Tandale Nature Barn

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

As told by Anthony:Our love story began at Eastern Michigan University. I was finishing my undergraduate studies, and Lauren was working on her master’s degree. We started working together in the summer of 2015, and I quickly realized that shifts with Lauren were the best part of my day. Study sessions in the library, post-work workouts, and sharing meals soon became our weekly routine. The next year, we took our first leap of faith as friends and became roommates. Living together showed me just how lucky I was to have Lauren in my life—living with my best friend felt like home. Eventually, I finally worked up the courage to ask her out, and our love story truly began. Nearly a decade later—after building a life full of laughter, countless memories, and finally buying our first home—I knew I wanted forever with her. In 2024, during a trip to Boyne Highlands, I proposed against the stunning mountain backdrop. She said yes! We are beyond excited to begin our forever together. Our ten-year foundation of friendship and love is something I deeply cherish, and we can’t wait to celebrate this special day with all of our family, friends, and loved ones. As told by Lauren:An unlikely beginning, with the sweetest ending. It's funny to look back and think that this all began with two co-workers, who couldn't stand one another. Anthony and I ended up getting scheduled to work the majority of our shifts together in the summer of 2015, where we realized we were more similar than expected. Having one empty spot in his Fantasy Football League, Anthony asked for my email to join - but was unexpectedly provided with my phone number. Knowing few people in Michigan, outside of my occupational therapy program, Anthony quickly became my confidant and tour guide. From Detroit sporting events, a trip to Canada, and camping throughout the mitten, he helped me learn to let go of the reigns and explore life - the calm to my storm! We've been co-workers, neighbors, and roommates (think Jess and Nick from New Girl) - but above all, Anthony has always prioritized being my best friend. This foundation seamlessly transitioned into a future of working towards our goals and creating a life together. Here's to a decade of laughter and a lifetime of love, xo!

Our Story

Photos

Krista Holtcamp

Brad Holtcamp

Stephanie Schlosser

Mitch Kittle

Rachel DeMaagd

Andrew Wentz

Greta Bolhuis-Collins

Tyler Antio

Alyssa Fleites

Andy Pfeuffer

Wyatt Holtcamp

Hayley Holtcamp

Avery Holtcamp

Wedding Party

Q + A

- Block: There is no code, but the booking link (<a href="https://group.homewood-suites.com/vl5q1f" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://group.homewood-suites.com/vl5q1f</a>) includes the hotel block rate. Please contact the bride (440-821-0585) if the block fills, as they have agreed to add additional rooms at the same rate when they receive an expansion request from Lauren/Anthony.- Check in: 3:00pm- Check out: 11:00am- Dates: Guests can book for any dates they need within the designated range. An extension was added before/after the wedding, to accommodate guests traveling further.- 1 King Bed Studio Suite Non-smoking: $109 plus tax- 1 King Bed 1 Bedroom Suite Nonsmoking: $119 plus tax- Amenities included: Continental breakfast served from 6:30-9:30am on weekdays and from 7:00-10:00am on weekends, wireless high-speed Internet, self-parking, fitness center, and pool. *Group Cut-Off Date: November 1, 2025 *Guest agrees that any rooms not used in the block after the “cut-off” date will be returned to hotel inventory. At that time, the block will be over, and reservations will be available for booking at the standard rate based on availability. *Individual Guest Room Cancellations must be made by 3:00 p.m., 7 days before arrival. Cancellations received after this time will be subject to one (1) night’s room and tax.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Brighton

- Current block: There is no code, but the booking link (<a href="https://group.hamptoninn.com/25d9np" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://group.hamptoninn.com/25d9np</a>) includes the hotel block rate. Please message bride (440-821-0585) if the block fills, as they will add additional rooms at the same rate when they receive an expansion request from Lauren/Anthony.- Check in: 3:00pm- Check out: 11:00am- Dates: Guests can reserve for 1 or 2 nights; blocked rate is for the full weekend.- Two queen standard: $139 plus tax- King standard: $149 plus tax- Amenities included: Continental breakfast from 6:00-10:00am, wireless high-speed Internet, self-parking, 24-hour coffee in the main lobby, fitness center available from 7:00am-11:00pm. * Individual Guest Room Cancellations: Must be made by 11:59pm 72 hours prior to arrival. Cancellations received after this time will be subject to one (1) night’s room and tax. * Hotel block will be held until 10/21/25 at wedding rate. After this date, rooms will be returned to hotel inventory. After this time, guests may then reserve rooms based upon hotel availability and sold at standard rate.

Hampton Inn Brighton

Travel

If you're traveling to join us, we've put together some of our favorite local places (eat/drink/activities), as well as some more notable Michigan tourist stops that are within an hour of the venue. Each line is linked directly to their website. We hope you love them as much as we do! Brighton (location of the wedding):Food + Drinks- <a href="https://brewerybecker.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brewery Becker</a>- <a href="https://www.elarboltaco.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">El Arbol</a>- <a href="https://www.singlebarrelsocial.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Single Barrel Social</a>- <a href="https://bourbonsmi.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bourbons</a>- <a href="https://labelkitchenandbar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Label Kitchen and Bar</a>- <a href="https://www.sidecarsliderbar.com/brighton" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sidecar Slider Bar</a>- <a href="https://www.grandriverbrewery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Grand River Brewery</a> Activities- <a href="https://www.brightoncoffeehouse.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Brighton Coffeehouse and Theatre</a>- <a href="https://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=462&amp;type=SPRK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Island Lake Recreation Area</a>- <a href="https://www.metroparks.com/kensington-metropark/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kensington Metropark</a>- <a href="https://miartwalk.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Oaken Transformation Art Park</a>- <a href="https://www.thelingenfeltercollection.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Lingenfelter Collection</a> Ann Arbor (nearby ~35 minutes):Food + Drinks- <a href="https://fritabatidos.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Frita Batidos</a>- <a href="https://www.cherryrepublic.com/pages/cherry-republic-in-ann-arbor?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA0rW6BhAcEiwAQH28IqwnKiE5r4jacdf_tVLiH8jX-qAwllZFY85REF5nSa33ezDKjYMnTxoCfDYQAvD_BwE&amp;hsa_acc=7725637035&amp;hsa_ad=651695277726&amp;hsa_cam=6629244951&amp;hsa_grp=143722436097&amp;hsa_kw=cherry%20republic%20ann%20arbor&amp;hsa_mt=e&amp;hsa_net=adwords&amp;hsa_src=g&amp;hsa_tgt=kwd-625468247938&amp;hsa_ver=3&amp;utm_campaign=CR%20-%20Brand&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_term=cherry%20republic%20ann%20arbor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cherry Republic</a>- <a href="thegrottobar.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Beer Grotto</a>- <a href="https://www.zingermans.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooC1q0CW81X_BGV1IMeUSf6G2gBgGma3b5xuHHAOC2MJz-4PXnl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Zingerman's Deli and Bakery</a>- <a href="https://www.hopcat.com/ann-arbor/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HopCat</a>- <a href="https://www.unionrec.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Union Rec</a> Activities- <a href="https://mgoblue.com/sports/2017/6/16/facilities-michigan-stadium-html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Big House</a> (Univ. of Michigan Football Stadium)- <a href="https://umma.umich.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">UMMA </a>(Univ. of Michigan Art Museum)- <a href="https://kerrytown.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kerrytown Market and Shops</a>- <a href="https://quadrangle.michigan.law.umich.edu/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Law Quadrangle Architecture</a> (Univ. of Michigan)- <a href="https://www.annarbor.org/listing/nickels-arcade/1108/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Nickels Arcade</a> South Lyon (nearby ~20 minutes):Food + Drinks:- <a href="https://blakefarms.com/blakes-south-lyon/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Blake's Orchard and Cider Mill</a>- <a href="https://www.witchshatbrewing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Witch's Hat Brewing Company</a> Frankenmuth (~1 hour from wedding venue):Food + Drinks- <a href="https://frankenmuthbrewery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Frankenmuth Brewery</a>- <a href="https://frankenmuthcheesehaus.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Frankenmuth Cheese Haus</a>- <a href="https://www.cherryrepublic.com/pages/cherry-republic-in-frankenmuth" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cherry Republic</a> Activities- <a href="https://www.bronners.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bronner's Christmas Wonderland</a>- <a href="https://www.bavarianinn.com/stay/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bavarian Inn Lodge and Indoor Waterpark</a>- <a href="https://frankenmuthriverplace.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Frankenmuth River Place Shopping</a> Detroit (~1 hour from wedding venue):- <a href="https://downtowndetroit.org/experience-downtown/downtown-detroit-parks/campus-martius/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Campus Martius</a> (downtown: Christmas tree, Cadillac Square shopping market, and ice skating)- <a href="https://easternmarket.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eastern Market</a>- <a href="https://dia.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Detroit Institute of Art (DIA)</a>- <a href="https://www.thehenryford.org/visit/henry-ford-museum/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=organic&amp;utm_campaign=gmb&amp;utm_content=museum" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Henry Ford Museum</a>- <a href="https://www.motownmuseum.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Motown Museum</a>- <a href="https://www.thehenryford.org/visit/greenfield-village/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=Admission-Branded-WFX&amp;utm_content=&amp;utm_term=greenfield%20village&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiAjKu6BhAMEiwAx4UsAqMhJIqFtkaFgwWEcvVFTgBig5o4pjkfWzNCwmjOcV-NTV3sBbgprRoC4OoQAvD_BwE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Historical Henry Ford Greenfield Village</a>

Things to Do

Registry

Anthony & Lauren

Anthony & Lauren

A&L