Pelham House Resort

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Attire: Black Tie Invited

Our Wedding

In the spring of 2016, Anna was a freshman at the University of Richmond and joined a friend from high school on a tour of campus. Despite Anna encouraging her to pick a different tour guide, her friend picked Mike's tour group. On the tour, Anna noticed Mike's sense of humor and energy and thought he was cute. Flash forward to the fall when Mike was studying abroad in Dublin. Anna became friends with Mike's good friends Kyle and Catharine who promised to set them up when Mike returned, but they never did. Despite crossing paths and a few (unmemorable according to Mike) introductions, Anna and Mike didn't truly meet until the fall of 2017. The first week of school, their mutual friend Matt asked each of them to be color war captains for their respective grades. At a bar the first night out, Anna saw Mike and decided there was no time like the present to shoot her shot. She went up to Mike, re-introduced herself, and asked if he was also a color war captain. After some competitive bantering (Anna competitive? never!) the two made a friendly wager: the loser of color wars would have to buy the winner lunch every time they saw each other on campus (specifically at Tyler's, Mike's favorite and Anna's least favorite campus dining establishment). Mike asked for Anna's number (real smooth!) to ensure he could cash in on his prize and the two went about their respective evenings. Later that night, Mike texted Anna asking if he could buy her a drink. Then when trying to gauge if Anna was into him, Mike asked if she was "chinchillen" (translation: are you having fun with me). Anna said she was chinchillen and the rest is history. Since that night, the two of them have been together, despite Mike's color wars victory and their friends worrying about their collective volume levels. From finishing college and being long (really just an inconvenient) distance, to building a life together in DC, Anna and Mike have become best friends. In the last 6+ years, they've navigated new jobs, traveled together, gotten close with each other's friends and family, and in May 2022, moved in together. In the fall of 2022, Mike decided he wanted to propose. After months of scheming, his plan was ready: he got a coworker to email Anna that she had extra tickets to a show, then photo shopped fake tickets to a real show, and then casually told Anna they should get drinks before the show. He popped the question in March 2023 on the roof of the Kennedy Center in DC; Anna's favorite place where the couple has made countless memories together. Mike then surprised Anna even more with their parents, siblings, and a few close friends. They are so excited to keep the celebration going. Anna's family has had a long, meaningful relationship with Cape Cod and over the course of their relationship, Mike has grown to love the Cape as well and the two have shared some of their happiest moments there. They are so excited to start the next chapter of their lives at a place that means so much surrounded by their favorite people.

Chinchillen forever

Our Story

Over the years

Our Engagement Day

Ring handoff. T-4 hours until proposal.

Photos

Kyra Benforte

Mikey Bishof

Sophie Despins

Zach Smith

Greer Thelander

Matt Isenburg

Catharine Sciolla-Schechter

Kyle Schechter

Ellery Robinson

Brian Kenneally

Casey Flanigan

Chris Mather

Nell Flanigan

Nathaniel Lowenthal

Tess Flanigan

Jared Lowenthal

Naomi & Dan Lowenthal

Kim & Mike Flanigan

Wedding Party

Friday, September 27

Welcome Party

8:00-10:00pm

Join us around the pool of the Pelham House Resort for bites, beer, and wine hosted by Kim & Mike Flanigan to kick off the wedding weekend! Attire: Cocktail Casual

Saturday, September 28

Wedding Ceremony

4:30PM

Weather permitting, the ceremony will take place on the lawn at the Pelham House Resort, so make sure to bring a jacket or wrap to stay warm and be mindful of footwear choices. Attire: Black Tie Invited

Cocktail Hour

5:00PM

6:00-10:00PM

After Party

10:00PM - ??

Keep the party going at the bar before heading out to the beach for a late night bonfire.

Sunday, September 29

Farewell Breakfast

9-11am

Grab some food and coffee at the Pelham House before heading home or spending the day exploring the Cape.

Itinerary

Accommodations

Approximately 5 minutes from the Pelham House Resort. We have reserved the entire hotel for the weekend. We will have a shuttle running back and forth from this hotel and to the resort. There is a two night minimum. To reserve a room, please call the number above or follow the directions below after clicking the website tab and use the block code: 0927LOWFLA 1. At the bottom of the page it says add code. Click the drop down and change “Discount Code” to “Group Attendee” 2. In the second box, enter your group code (0927LOWFLA) and select ADD. 3. The wedding block name will appear – click “Select &amp; Go To The Next Steps” and follow the prompts.

Pelham on Main

Approximately 5 minutes from the Pelham House Resort and down the street from the beach. We will have a shuttle running back and forth from this hotel and to the resort. As of now, this hotel is fully booked.

Pelham on Earle

This is where all of our wedding events will take place. As of now, this hotel is fully booked.

There are tons of other local hotels, rental properties, and resorts on the Cape, including on Airbnb and VRBO. If you have any questions or need recommendations, please reach out to Anna (or really Naomi). All wedding guests, no matter where they're staying, are invited to use the Pelham House property throughout the weekend to swim, relax, and eat even when there aren't wedding events going on.

travel

If you're flying, the closet major airports are Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)and Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD). Trains and buses are also available to get to Boston and Providence from NY, PA, and DC. If you're training or bussing, you should go to Providence over Boston. Both Boston and Providence are about 90 minutes from the Pelham House by car. In order to get onto the Cape from either of these cities, we recommend renting a car or looking into <a href="https://peterpanbus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Peter Pan</a> and <a href="https://www.p-b.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Plymouth &amp; Brockton</a> bus schedules. Ride shares and taxis are available to get onto the Cape and once you're on the Cape but are not reliable. There is also a small airpot in Hyannis (HYA) on the Cape with a few direct flights. The flights to Hyannis fill up quickly so make sure to book far in advance!

Accommodations & Travel

A great spot to grab fresh seafood all day right on the water. It's casual and BYOB and impossible to beat the view.

Sesuit Harbor Cafe

A Cape Cod classic. Reservations recommended. Overlooking the water with delicious food. Go early for drinks at the beach bar and you won't be disapointed.

The Ocean House Restaurant

Dan Lowenthal's 2023 favorite restaurant on the Cape. How can you beat that recommendation?!

Old Yarmouth Inn

A great spot for dinner not far from the Pelham House properties.

The Oyster Company

A fun, casual spot for dinner not far from the Pelham House properties, often with live music!

Chapin's Fish & Chips and Beach Bar

One of the best spots for breakfast on the Cape! It holds a special place in Anna's heart because her and her coworkers used to go here when tennis camp was rained out.

Red Cottage Restaurant

Widely regarded as the best ice cream on the Cape, the Lowenthals/Mintzes have been going for generations since it first opened. Check out the website before going for off season hours.

Four Seas Ice Cream

A local brewery that is a can't miss stop for the Lowenthals every year. Ask Nathaniel for his recommendations before you go. Mike is a big fan of both their beer and their merch.

Devil's Purse Brewing Co.

Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf

Bass River Kayaks and Paddle Boards

Dennis Highland Course

In full transparency this picture was not taken at Mid-Cape Athletic club, but we couldn't pass up the opportunity to share Mike's tennis talents. The photo was actually taken at the Lowenthal's tennis club (where Anna used to work)!

Mid-Cape Athletic Club

For our friends and family who want to run or bike during wedding weekend (looking at your NYC marathon runners), this is a great route. Jared will be running at least 10 miles Saturday morning so let him know if you want to carpool.

Cape Cod Rail Trail Parking Station Ave.

There are tons of nearby towns worth checking out too! Harwich, Chatham, and Hyannis are all close and have fun and charming main streets where you can eat, shop, and explore. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you want more recommendations or have any questions!

Anna & Michael

Anna & Michael

A&M

Wedding Day