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Andre's Banquets & Catering @ Sunset Hills

Wedding Reception

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Our Wedding

Once Upon A Time...

In Cape Girardeau Missouri, there was a prince who had been attending Southeast Missouri State University. In the fall of 2014, Prince John started his Junior year and a princess had just moved to campus from a far away land, St. Louis. Prince John and Princess Ariel continued their lives as normal. He was attending classes with a focus in TV and Film, while she was studying hard on how teach the next generation. Their paths never crossed, at least that they know of. They could have been in the same class, they could have passed each other while walking across campus, they could have bumped into each other amongst the other members of the kingdom of Southeast. Alas, Prince John went on to graduate in 2016 and it was not until that magical summer their meeting would finally happen. Their love is truly a match made in heaven. On a chilly fall day, October 15th 2016 to be exact, Prince John and Princess Ariel were to meet and have dinner at the finest restuarant in the kingdom, Sugarfire 44. After their first meal together, they continued on with the evening's festivities. Now, while they did not attend a fancy ball as other royalty would, they attended a gathering much more exciting, Fright Fest. This night was quite exciting for the young prince and princess, and what started their journey together. As time passed Prince John and Princess Ariel went on many adventures together. They visited each other's kingdoms, met one another's royal families and even attended a ball or two. From Disney World to Las Vegas and Holiday World to Bennett Springs, these two have traveled to many magical places together. And now, as much time has passed, the prince and princess are busy at work preparing for their own royal ball. This gathering will take place on the 10th of May in the year of 2025. In attendance will be their most loved ones, the hall will echo with laughter, happy wishes and happily ever after.

Our Story

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Zoe, the Bride's sister, is standing in the role of Maid of Honor I.  Zoe has been there through all of the ups and downs with Ariel throughout their lives growing up.  Zoe works at Wally's, because it is more than just a gas station.  Ask her about her cat, Simon!  He is the most expressive cat we have ever had.

Zoe Jennings

Jenna {Snoopy} is our wonderful second Maid of Honor.  Jenna and Ariel met at Girl Scout Camp several years ago where they bonded over horseback riding, singing songs, and eating smores.  Jenna has a dog named Bear and is currently a Veterinarian in St. Peters.

Jenna Vance

Emily {Dot} one of our lovely Bridesmaids.  She and Ariel also met at Girl Scout Camp and bonded over horses and the love of outdoors.  Dot is currently a Theater teacher at Parkway West Middle School and has a dog named Tucker.  Emily will also be getting married to her fiance , Clayton, in November 2024.

Emily Kremer

Catherine (Katie) is another beautiful bridesmaid.  Katie and Ariel met in college while attending SEMO, getting closer while studying Family and Consumer Science Education and later continuing on to complete their Master's together.  Katie currently teaches cooking at a local high school in St. Charles.  When Katie is not teaching she and her husband, Ben, are playing with their dog Iroh.

Catherine Calascione

Wedding Party

Q + A

Please book your room no later than May 8th, 2025 to ensure you get the room block rate.To get the rate please call the number above and reference "Jennings, Blest Wedding" or use block code, "JON" when booking online.Breakfast will be available from 7:00am-11:00 daily. Menus can be found in each guest room or and online at Twisted Tree's website for "Wakey Wakey."

Ariel & John

Ariel & John

A&J

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Wedding Reception

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6:00 PM–10:30 PM

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