~So we have gone paperless for wedding invitations. We sent out our save the dates that have a QR Code on them that you scan and it will take you to this website. Go to the RSVP Tab and it will have you type in your name and will give you all of the RSVP Options.~

~Please go to the RSVP page on this website and enter your answer by March 1st.~

The Wedding Ceremony and Reception will be at Shadybrook Acres Hitching Post 15374 Co Rd T, Napoleon, OH 43545 All entrances are Wheelchair and Walker Accessible! Follow this Link for Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wZi5N7umF592cps69

For those who are going to be staying nearby in the Hotel we have blocked. You can park in the spacious parking lot on-site on the side of the Reception Barn. From Toledo, OH Area I-24 is best route to get to the venue. From Fort Wayne, IN I-469 to I-24 is the best way to get to the Venue it is right off of the Expressway in Napoleon, Ohio.

Yes, there is parking on the side of the Reception Barn for all vehicle types.

Our Ceremony will be Outdoors at the Venue's Pavilion Dock. The Reception is a combination between the A.C Controlled Barn Indoors for dancing and eating, as well as Outdoor exploration of the extensive Gardens, Fire Pit Swings, Lavender Field, and Waterfall Bridge. In event of Weather everything will be arranged Indoors.

As of now we have 10 rooms blocked off at The Holiday Inn Express and Suites in Napoleon, Ohio 1290 Independence Drive, Napoleon, OH, US Phone Number to call: (419)-599-0850

Dressy Casual: "We want you to be comfortable at our wedding. The dress code is dressy casual attire. For this time of year in Ohio, may we suggest the following attire: Women: sundresses, lightweight separates and flats, comfy sandals, or wedge heels for the outdoor ceremony on the lawn. Maybe A cardigan or sweater in case of cold weather. Men: light dress shirt with khaki or other lightweight slacks; jackets and ties optional. A warmer jacket in case of cold weather."

"We are having a Naturalist, Star Trekkie, Nerd wedding. Our Color Scheme is Dark Blue, Dark Red, Dark Purple, and Silver. As per tradition we don't want anyone in White. However other then that we want you to be comfortable and wearing whatever style of dress shows your Nerdy, Natural, and Out of This World Selves! <3"

An April in Ohio, can be anywhere from sunny and mild to rainy and cold. We cannot forecast into the future all the way to next April. However, April in 2024 was seasonably nice around our wedding date. If a bit chilled After Dark.

For all of our Guests that we have invited we will discuss for those who are single whether they would like a plus one. Our married friends, and families will include their spouses in the invitation together.

For our Friends and Family. It is up to your discretion. We have spoken with many and some have said they are bringing their kiddos and some are not. We love all of the kiddos and will have things set up for them to be entertained and having fun<3

We at this time will be having snack items on the tables and for the main dinner a taco bar provided by D and J Catering

As we receive allergies, we will adjust what options will be available to those who need accommodation.

We have settled on a Bartending company called On The Rocks run by a great guy named Tim. We will have canned beer, seltzers, and two signature His/Hers Cocktails! (His- Long Island Iced Tea/ Hers- Margarita) and plan to have staples as well as a few different options for wine.

Our Wedding Registry is on this Website there is a Tab along the top of the Menu Navigation Bar.

If you are bringing a gift that you have purchased outside our registry you may bring it to the wedding, cards as well. There will be a table to receive both. If you are purchasing from our Registry on this Website it will be mailed directly to our house.

Arrival between 2 and 3pm. Ceremony 3pm to 330pm. Photos from 330pm to 430pm. Cocktail hour from 4pm to 5pm. 5pm to 10pm Reception. Cleanup 10pm to 1130pm.

2:00pm to 2:30pm, Ceremony starts at 3pm.

The Wedding Reception will end Promptly at 10pm to begin tear down of the venue and shuffling of guests to respective rides home. As for an After Party yet to be determined by Us or the Bridal Party.

Wedding Ceremony Begins at 3pm. The Handfasting Ceremony and readings should take no more then 30 minutes or so where guests will be directed into the Reception Barn. After that a Brief period to take photos of the Bride, Groom, and respective formal Family shots requested by the Bride and Groom the reception will begin.

Yes!!! This is encouraged. We have hired a company called Confetti who will take all of your Candid shots and put them on a live feed during our wedding that we hope to project onto a wall during the reception. Afterwards they will make us a photo album of all of your lovely photographs.

We don't have any issue with anyone celebrating our Nuptials! We are Celebrating! Shout it to the world if you want:)

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We will be doing a Facebook Live Feed of the Ceremony Only for those of our Family and Friends for various reasons could not make it out.

If you have any health concerns or immune problems we have no qualms with you wearing a mask to protect yourself. We will not be wearing masks or mandating it's requirement to our Guests. Hand sanitizer and constant access to bathrooms is available otherwise. We want you to feel comfortable.

They will be posted directly to the website or by either the Bride or Groom directly to you via your method of contact preferred.

Until the wedding the Bride or Groom will be happy to answer any and all questions. The day of the wedding someone will be appointed as a point of contact within the Bridal Party, and Bride's Family to be a liaison of the Bride and Grooms wishes to the Guests and the Day of Coordinator.