December 26th - Night Before Welcome Party
As lots of guests will be traveling from out of town, we want to maximize our time with everyone. Feel free to come and hangout with friends and family. It will start at 6pm and end at 8pm. There is no dress code. The bride and groom plan to be in sweatshirts! We will have dips, meats, cheeses, and desserts. Your RSVP will have a spot to mark your attendance for the wedding and the open house.
Address: 3502 Jasper Ct NE, Rochester, MN 55906
Where are the ceremony and reception taking place?
The ceremony will be at Calvary E Free Church (5500 25th Ave NW, Rochester, MN 55901) starting at 4pm. The reception will be at our venue (121 N Broadway Ave, Rochester, MN 55906) following.
Can I bring a plus one?
Please check your invite for your +1! If you don't see one but would like to bring a guest, reach out to Anna!
Can I bring my kids?
Yes! We love kids! If there is a mistake with your RSVP and your children are not apart of it, please reach out.
We do ask that if your child becomes fussy during the ceremony that you take them out of the room to help limit distractions.
If you would prefer, we do have names of babysitters that are family friends of the Lashes. They would be happy to watch your kids.
What will the weather be like?
This is a tough question! It could be in the mid-thirties to single digit temps. However, the venue is heated and everything will be inside. Just shuffle in and out fast and it won't feel any different than back home.
Minnesota winter weather can be somewhat unpredictable in regards to snow. Our airports should remain fully functioning without delays unless there is an active snowstorm when you land!
What about my coat?
We will have a coat check in place at the venue and feel free to hang your coat up on the coat racks in the church.
Where should I park?
There is a parking lot across the street from the venue. Downtown parking is free after 5pm on the weekends!
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
You are more than welcome to! However, please be mindful about if your sound and flash is on. Additionally, try and be mindful to keep it tucked away during times that your phone might be in the way for our hired videographer and photographer to get the big shots. Feel free to take pictures during any other time.
Allergies and Food Restrictions
Please indicate any allergies in your RSVP. We will do our best to accommodate allergies but can not make any promises. We will connect with you once looking at the RSVP comments.
The reception food is Italian themed, but the meat will be separate from the pasta so it can easily be made vegetarian.
Attire
We’re so excited to celebrate with you during our cozy winter wedding! To match the feel of the season, we’d love for guests to wear formal or semi-formal attire in rich, wintry tones. Think elegant and warm — and feel free to leave the neons and beachy brights at home. If you have any questions, feel free to ask Anna!
Since the only people looking at this section probably think similar to me, the bridesmaids are in black dresses and the groomsmen are in black tuxedos. Please fully feel welcome to wear black as it is always a stunning choice, but I know some people like to be in a different color! Here are some ideas if you want: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bTHBvNt8wTPa-xfs9OPRebF_iG-7A_sO/view?usp=drivesdk
