Rehearsal + Dinner

Crystal Point Yacht Club

Wedding Day

River Rock Restaurant & Marina Bar

After Party

Brunch

Kavanagh Home

College Football Kegs & Eggs

Our Wedding

HOW WE MET

On a snowy, MLK weekend Sunday Funday, Ashley and Matt crossed paths in the most unlikely of places - Green Rock (if you know, you know). Despite being at the same table with their large group, the two did not speak until the walk through Hoboken to the best bar in town - Mike's Wild Moose Saloon, where their love story really began. While at the Moose, the two had bonded over their jobs in the same industry, they were "networking" Ashley would later say. Matt got Ashley's number and asked her out for margaritas a few days later. Fast forward a few weeks, Ashley invited Matt on a 2 hour drive to Philly to watch her Tar Heels in the Sweet 16. That's when they knew it was meant to be - and the rest is history!

LIFE IN HOBOKEN

Ashley and Matt quickly realized that their lives merged together seamlessly. They spent nights cooking at each other's apartments, going on walks at the Waterfront, and exhausting all options to get free sporting event tickets. They got along great with each other's friends, spent their first summer weekends at Aunt Alice's house on Manasquan Beach, and Matt really secured the stamp of approval after driving 8 hours with the Kavanaghs in the minivan to Dennis and Lydia's wedding in Ohio. From there, the couple grew together through promotions, Valentine's Days at Augustino's, moving into their apartment, and attending countless weddings with each other. They are each other's best friends and make each other laugh more than anyone else. They also will always celebrate all milestones with margaritas at East LA.

THE BEST SUMMER EVER

On May 16th, Ashley and Matt were working from home, preparing for a delicious meal at Spano's to celebrate TJ's birthday. While Ashley was looking at the menu online asking Matt what they should get for dinner, everyone else in the house was hiding from her and Matt was internally panicking about the weather. Julie and TJ played their parts perfectly, getting Ashley very excited to go to dinner. Much to Ashley's surprise, they were NOT going to Spano's. Matt proposed on May 16th at their favorite spot - the beach house followed by a party at the Boatyard with their favorite people. The fun didn't stop there - on June 8, 2025, Matt and Ashley traveled to Binghamton, NY to pick up their first born, Rosie! Being such big Bruce fans, there was no better name for her than Rosalita.

Our Story

Photos

OUR WEDDING PARTY

MAID OF HONOR

Julie Hohenstein

BEST MAN

Alex Bloom

OFFICIANT

Jessica Kavanagh

BRIDESMAIDS

Lorena KoidlJamie GilmoreAllie LembergerMara ZankmanKelly LennonKatie Foster

GROOMSMEN

Greg BloomKyle KiernanPete PozoSandro CastellaniDan KavanaghBill Kavanagh

Wedding Party

Q + A

Recommend staying at the venue if you will be in town for only the night of the wedding - the hotel cannot accommodate for additional nights due to other weddings. You can call the venue any time starting April 1st through September 16th to book in the room block.

The Crystal Point Inn

For those traveling with a group, or for more space to yourself, we recommend checking out Airbnb or Vrbo properties in the area. We recommend looking for rentals in Point Pleasant Beach, Bay Head, Brielle, or Manasquan.

AIRBNB OR VRBO

Point Pleasant Manor is less than a 10-minute drive to the venue and less than 5 minutes from the boardwalk!

Point Pleasant Manor

The Grenville is less than a 10-minute drive to our venue, and is a local landmark!

The Grenville Hotel & Restaurant

The Bentley Inn is a boutique hotel in Bay Head and is less than a 10-minute drive to our venue and local attractions.

The Bentley Inn

For those (like us) who are loyal to specific hotel brand, the Courtyard Marriott is about a 20-minute drive to the venue and to the beach.

Courtyard by Marriott Wall

For those (like us) who are loyal to specific hotel brand, the Hilton Garden is about a 15-minute drive to the venue and to the beach.

Hilton Garden Inn Lakewood

Travel

We hope that you can take the time to explore the place we love! We are including all our go-to spots, with our absolute favorites in bold.

FOOD & DRINK

COFFEE + BAGELS

Divi Tree BatchRookBaron's BagelsAll Star Bagel

BARS + RESTAURANTS

The Committed PigBoatyardFinsAtlantic Offshore FisheryShore FreshJoe Leone's (grab and go)B2Amendment 21Point LobsterLeggettsLast Wave BrewingThe Idle HourMartell's Tiki BarThe Beanery

ICE CREAM

Hoffman'sPoint CreamerySundaes

ACTIVITIES

SHOPPING

Downtown Point Pleasant Beach and downtown Manasquan are very cute to walk around with plenty of shops and restaurants to pop in and out of. Ashley's favorite store is Sunshine Daydream and lunch at The Beanery!

JENKINSON'S BOARDWALK

The boardwalk is a great place to go if you want the "Jersey Shore" experience. It has beach access, several arcades, boardwalk games, a ride park, an aquarium, putt-putt golf, restaurants, bars, ice cream, candy, and souvenir shops.

ASBURY PARK

Check out the Stone Pony where Bruce Springsteen got his start, walk along the Asbury Park boardwalk, and check out the bars and restaurants!

JERSEY SHORE HOUSE

It wouldn't be a weekend at the Jersey Shore (for you first-timers) without a trip to see the iconic Jersey Shore house! It is located about 20 minutes south of Point Pleasant.

Ashley & Matt