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Chapter 1: Canadian Girl Meets American BoyBrett &amp; Lauren grew up on opposite sides of the border - Brett, in Portage, Indiana &amp; Lauren, in Georgetown, Ontario - playing any, and every sport, with a shared dream of one day playing soccer in college. Who would of thought that they would follow this dream all the way to the unlikely city of Fort Wayne, Indiana where they would become members of the men's and women's soccer team for the IPFW Mastodons. Brett &amp; Lauren met when Brett was a sophomore and Lauren was a freshman. They were nothing more than friendly acquaintances who would say "hi" in passing (sometimes) for the first year that they knew (of) each other. It wasn't until Brett was a junior and Lauren was a sophomore that they caught each other's eye, and although they disagree on who made the first move, sparks flew at the Soccer Dons rookie party in the fall of 2009. Then, Brett, along with a few other college friends, made the Northern Trek to spend New Years 2009-2010 in Georgetown/Toronto. This trip, and the awesomeness of Canada, were the catalysts for their relationship and through the best of times and the worst of times, they fell in L-O-V-E and became each other's lobsters... and the rest is history! GO DONS.Chapter 2: Canadian Girl Living in a Portage World After college, Lauren was so obsessed with Brett that she decided to take in his home town and "live with a boy" (another Friends reference) in Portage. Within weeks of moving in together, Brett &amp; Lauren did what everyone told them not to and GOT A PUPPY!!!! Cooper is their absolute favourite (favorite for the Americans), and if you have seen their pictures or have been around the 3 of them, it's beyond obvious that Brett &amp; Lauren are obsessed with everything about their Coop. He is wonderfully weird and they are quite sure that he thinks he is a human. Don't worry, everyone will get their chance to fall in love Cooper, because would Brett &amp; Lauren's wedding day really be complete without Coop as a ring bearer? Of course not, duh!Brett &amp; Lauren spent 2 years from May 2012 - August 2014 living in Portage together. Throughout this time, they really got to know and love each other's friends and family. They also go to know each other better and the "I can't stand this about you, but love you anyways" kind of things...living together will do that, but hey, it works! Brett furthered his education and obtained his Master's in Sports Administration at Valparaiso University. Lauren expanded her healthcare experience and then got in to the Physician Assistant program at Butler University, bringing them to the next chapter of their lives... Indianapolis. Chapter 3: American Boy Proposes in Canada Brett, Lauren &amp; Cooper moved to Indy in August of 2014 and quickly fell in love with the city, as it offers all the big city fun with a small town feel. Lauren started year 1 of 3 in PA school and Brett landed his dream job with the NCAA. It had always been their plan to get married, but Lauren just figured they would wait until she was done with school in 2017 to get engaged. Brett &amp; Lauren are obsessed with Christmas - like 24/7 Christmas music and Christmas decorating starting November 1st obsessed. Yes, they are those people that many others hate, BUT Canadian Thanksgiving is at the beginning of October so technically, they have an excuse (don't judge). They were spending Christmas 2014 with the McCrackens and on December 24, 2014, Brett asked Lauren if she wanted to take Cooper for a walk in the ravine behind her parents' house (one of her favourite spots) before attending the family Christmas Eve festivities. The weather was rainy and blah, and Lauren was a little reluctant to go because of how muddy Cooper would get, but Brett insisted and Brett always gets what he wants (typical). Lauren put on her best outfit (no makeup, wet hair, clashing sweat pants and sweatshirt, parka, and snow boots) and away they went. Lauren thought it was odd how distressed Brett was over the fact that it wasn't snowing, as the weather had initially called for (Lauren loves the snow, and Brett knew this). Lauren also thought it was odd how SUPER nice Brett was being to her (weird) and how he was even holding her hand (he only does this when they are in crowded places so he doesn't lose her). The thought of Brett proposing crossed her mind, but she quickly dismissed it because she "knew" this wasn't happening for another 3 years. MUCH to Lauren's surprise, as they were walking with Cooper on the boardwalk along the river, the following conversation ensued:Brett: "Want to know a secret?"Lauren: "Always."Brett: "I decided not to wait any longer. (Brett gets down on one knee with the ring in his hand) Will you marry me?"Lauren: "Is this real life?! Ahhh, get up here you fool!!!" (They're pretty sure Lauren never actually said yes)They continued their walk and Lauren was so overwhelmed with happiness and surprise, she looked like a deer in headlights and repeatedly said "I can't believe we're engaged!! Is this real life?! Is this really happening?!" Brett was overwhelmed with happiness and relief too, but couldn't figure out why Lauren, the crier of all criers, had not shed one tear. Not one. Finally Lauren said, "Brett, I am so happy and so excited, and I have so many butterflies, but I don't know why I am not crying. I think I am just that surprised...I'm in shock!"Brett: (With a smile on his face) "Yeah, what the hell, you asshole!'Lauren: (With a smile on her face) "There's the Brett I know!"Ahhh, romance. BEST. DAY. EVER. Chapter 4: Life As We Know ItBrett and Lauren are still currently living in Indy and are looking to settle down in Indianapolis and buy their first home, with a backyard for Cooper to play in. Brett is doing really well for himself with the NCAA and Lauren is on clinical rotations for her last year of school at Butler. After over a year and a half of being engaged, and hitting the 1 year mark until their Wedding Day, Brett &amp; Lauren have put aside their procrastination habits (kind of) and finally started planning their special day (slow and steady). July 1st, 2017, which happens to be Canada's 150th Birthday and the USA's Independence Day weekend (how appropriate), is quickly approaching and will be here before they know it! So, from the soon to be Bride &amp; Groom:"We CANNOT WAIT for all of you wonderful people, who mean SO MUCH to us, to come together and help us celebrate our marriage!! Get ready for one of the best parties ever to send us off into the next chapter of our lives!!" To Be Continued...

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Sisters by birth, best friends by choice, and as Tory says... Maid of Honor by default (not true). Tory is Lauren's little sister and because of their inseparable nature, they are often referred to as The LaurTor. They get each other, and are known to break out into fits of  laughter when they're together, just because.  Tory is thoughtful, artistic (thank goodness she's the MOH), funny and super supportive. Lauren often wonders how she would make it through life without her sister, and is so thankful that she has Tory standing beside her on her big day!  Fun Fact -  Tory has had to wear an eye patch on two separate occasions... and not for costume purposes. 

Tory-Beth McCracken

Raphael and Brett have been best friends since as far back as Brett can remember. Fortunately for Raph, he was in the right place at the right time and was asked to join the greatest soccer team of all time, the Portage Predators, and the rest is history. Brett and Raphael have done just about everything together and Brett couldn't be more excited for Raph to be his best man. Fun fact - Raph has no middle name. 

Raphael Martinez

Courtney is Lauren's one and only soul sista. They first met as fellow, awkward-looking  members of the S-P-I-R-I-T Sqaud (believe it) in middle school.  Their friendship blossomed (and so did they, thankfully) throughout high school and they have created a unique and everlasting bond.  Lauren adores how caring, witty, spontaneous and sassy Courtney is, and could not be happier to have Court as her bridesmaid on her wedding day!  Fun Fact - Courtney was a child prodigy and danced alongside Jessica Alba in the movie, Honey.

Courtney Napper

Brooksie is Brett's second oldest brother. Brett and Brooks are probably the most similar of the Gorden brothers - handsome devils but sometimes a bit cranky and hard to get along with. Brett and Brooks have been on many adventures  (the majority on Brooksie's dime) and Brett couldn't be happier to have Brooksie be a part of the most exciting one yet. Fun fact - Brooks' dog, Ruby, is Cooper's sister. Also, Brooksie is the last man on earth to still rock cargo shorts. 

Brooks Gorden

Jeremy is Brett's third oldest brother. Brett says he and Brooksie may be the most similar, but that is probably up for debate considering Brett and Jeremy were nearly identical for the majority of their childhood, each rocking the shaved head/bangs combo. That changed, however, when Jeremy thought it would be fun to Hulk out. Despite the change in appearance, Jeremy and Brett are still quite similar and hangout whenever they have the chance. Fun fact - much to Jeremy's chagrin, he and Lauren share the same birthday. Jeremy can also go sonar when agitated. 

Jeremy Gorden

Kyla was Lauren's first friend in kindergarten and in high school, through many sleepovers and PCP parties, they built a forever friendship. No matter how far apart, Lauren and Kyla always stay involved in each other's lives, and love spending time together whenever possible!  Kyla is honest, responsible (Lauren is very grateful for this), generous and spunky. Lauren is so excited to return the favour and have Kyla as her bridesmaid on her special day!  Fun Fact - Whether it is Three 6 Mafia or Bette Midler's "The Rose," Kyla has the voice of an angel.  

Kyla Proto

Adam is Brett's oldest, hairiest, and longest-armed brother. Despite the difference in age, Brett and Adam have always been close and do quite a bit together (Adam being the only other Gorden boy in Indianapolis). With the recent move to Indianapolis, Brett and Adam have had even more time to hang and do so whenever they have the chance. Brett, Lauren and Adam are all members of the Big Lebumpski's - Indianapolis' Premier Recreational Volleyball team. Fun Fact - Adam has a beard, something no other brother can boast. 

Adam Gorden

Katherine and Lauren have been making memories together since high school. They have a special friendship that has stood the test of time and distance, and they love making awesomely questionable decisions when they are together (#NoRegrets).  Katherine's kindness, sarcasm, intelligence and silliness are a few of Lauren's favourite things about her. Lauren is truly elated to have Katherine standing up with her on her wedding day!  Fun Fact - Some of Katherine's hidden talents include rapping, speaking with an accent, and impersonating gerbils.

Katherine Deschamps

Tyler is Brett's only little, not so little, brother. Brett and Tyler are the closest in age so unsurprisingly, their childhood was filled with many, many, many downstairs wrestling matches. Although they drove each crazy at times, Brett knows that Tyler would do absolutely anything for him (except call him when he visits Indy). Unfortunately for Brett, Tyler being tall makes Brett the shortest of his brothers. Brett couldn't ask for a better little brother and is excited for Tyler to be a part of his big day. Fun fact - Tyler has streamed all available content on Netflix.

Tyler Gorden

Tara and Lauren first met in college and have had the pleasure of being teammates, lab partners, roommates, partners in crime and best friends. They have a knack for making the "couldn't make these stories up" kind of memories together, and are always there to support each other.  Lauren is so thankful for Tara's sense of humor, loyalty, boldness and compassion, and is so lucky to have Tara as her bridesmaid throughout the wedding process!  Fun Fact -  Tara once had her neck stuck to the side with no ability to move it for a week... it was particularly entertaining to watch her grocery shop.  

Tara O'Toole

Danni and Lauren were college soccer teammates and besties who have been "twinning since the beginning."  They love to harass each other and get into all sorts of shenanigans when they are together. There is never a dull moment!  Danni is sharing (she always lets Lauren borrow clothes), sarcastic, free spirited and fun. Lauren is so happy to have Danni as her bridesmaid! Fun Fact - At one time, Danni had the largest collection of Ugg boots than any other human being on the planet... she's probably too cool for them now. 

Danielle Bishop

Kevin is Lauren's oldest brother. Brett and Kevin first met in 2009 during Brett's first trip to Canada. It was that fateful New Year's Eve trip that started it all for Brett and Lauren. Luckily for Brett, Kevin showed no qualms and seemingly approved of the budding romance. Unfortunately, Kevin lives in Vancouver so he and Brett don't get to see each other very often, but when they do, it is always a great time and Kevin being a part of Brett's big day will be no exception. Fun fact - Kevin's self proclaimed nickname is the "Big Rig".

Kevin Rigney

Brett and Crombie met at IPFW and became best friends overnight. One would probably disagree with that statement given the amount of time they spend arguing about basketball (for whatever reason Crombie is a LeBron fan), but they really are great friends and have had too many great times to count. Someday in the near (distant) future, Brett and Crombie will release the first episode of their podcast, "Agree to Disagree". There is one thing Brett can't disagree to, Crombie being a part of his big day. Fun fact - Crombie narrowly escaped death at the Indianapolis Mini Marathon... he also has a PhD. 

Kevin Crombie

Ashley and Lauren first met in 2012 while watching their boyfriends, now husbands (woah), play soccer.  They bonded instantly over their mutual love for puppies, medicine (nerds) and raunchy jokes. They are practically the same person and have become amazing friends!  Lauren loves how friendly,  hilarious, easy-going and thoughtful Ashley is, and is so excited to have Ashley (and her wedding expertise) by her side on her wedding day!  Fun Fact - Ashley can fall asleep anywhere.  Rumor has it, she's even fallen asleep on the toilet. 

Ashley Sabedra

Will, Will, Will, Will, Will! Hey Will! Will and Brett become good friends on the soccer field and even better friends off of it. Brett and Will have had many great memories together - from playing/coaching together at Portage to writing sonnets worthy of a Pulitzer. Will is absolutely one the the best guys out there, even though he is 28 going on 65. Fun fact - Will puts a few back and feels the urge to start some kind of chant... don't encourage him.

Will Fortenberry

Kristin and Lauren both share a mutual love for good friends, good drinks, good times and Gorden boys. Kristin is now married to Brett's brother, Brooks and Lauren is so excited to be able to call Kristin, her sister-in-law! Lauren and Kristin both started dating their Gorden boys in 2009 (the elite club known as the 2009-ers) and they became friends right away.  Kristin is so caring, organized (thank goodness for that), helpful and lively, and Lauren is so happy to have her as her bridesmaid!  Fun Fact - Kristin chipped her front tooth at her bachelorette party.

Kristin Gorden

Like Lauren and Kristin, Ginny also decided to do life with a Gorden boy and she has been together with Brett's brother, Adam since 2009 (2009-ers!!!). Ginny and Lauren get along wonderfully and Lauren is so happy to have Ginny  (and their adorable son, Lincoln) so close to her in Indianapolis.   Lauren loves Ginny's thoughtful, quirky, laid-back and sweet  personality and she is excited to have Ginny as both her bridesmaid and sister-in-law!  Fun Fact - It is well known that Ginny has the ability to shatter glass with just one sneeze.  

Ginny Weiss

Brett and Casey became friends through soccer; playing together in club and college. They were college roommates and shared many  great nights together. Unfortunately, Casey moved to Colorado after college so the two haven't been able to see as much of each other as they'd like, but despite the distance, Brett and Casey remain close and are still great friends. Casey has the knack for a putting together a good chant, so if you're in the mood don't hesitate to get him going! Fun fact - Casey has never been on the losing end of a 50-50 tackle... yet surprisingly, he has no broken legs to his name!

Casey Bowman

Kari was Lauren's first friend in Indy and over the past 2 years, they have created an amazing friendship!  Kari and Lauren both lack a "girly side" and love watching/playing sports, hitting the town, petting dogs, and pointlessly asking each other about outfits, hair and makeup (as if either of them have any idea).  Lauren loves how adventurous, caring, outgoing and genuine Kari is and could not be more excited to have Kari as a part of her special day!  Fun Fact - Kari is secretly obsessed with the Karate Kid (if it's on Facebook, it has to be true). 

Kari Sanchez

Cooper (aka. Coop, Scoop, Super Cooper, Coopy, Scoopy, Cooper Brett Maxwell Lewis Gorden) is Brett &amp; Lauren's handsome, 4 year old pup.  Coop is a 55lb lap dog that is basically part Lab, part Awesome.  Cooper loves toys, especially his stuffed animals, going for walks, snuggling and playing with his sister, Ruby.  He is always happy and loves to be around/on people, especially his people, who LOVE to spoil him (can you tell?).  Coop is known to give hugs and the most sensual kisses while looking into your soul.  Brett &amp; Lauren couldn't imagine their special day without their favorite boy, who will most likely steal the show and be the best dressed, as usual!  Fun Fact - To spite us when we leave him alone, Cooper will tear up a single sheet of used paper towel and shame himself for it when we get home.

Cooper Gorden

Lincoln is the son of Adam and Ginny - he is the best! He is a quite, curious little boy and absolutely loves the water. Uncle Brett and Auntie Lo love that they get to see their little nephew so often and can't wait to watch him walk down the aisle in his little bow-tie! Fun fact - Link survived a chandelier to the head at only 6 months old!

Lincoln Gorden

Elise is the daughter of Lauren's cousin, Alanna and her husband, Drew.  Lauren and Brett have loved watching Elise grow up into the smart, playful, sweet and social little girl that she is today.   They are so happy to have their family here to celebrate their wedding and are so excited to show off Elise, who will be the most beautiful and funny little Flower Girl! Fun Fact - Elise can make just about any animal noise... ask her what a donkey says, it is ADORABLE.  

Elise Hartery

Jack is the son of Lauren's cousin, Meghan and her fiance, Mike. Jack is full of personality and spunk, and has the most adorable chubby cheeks you have ever seen! He has become such a funny little dude and Lauren &amp; Brett love watching him continue to change and grow.  They are so happy to have their family join them on their big day and cannot wait to have handsome little Jack as one of their Ring Bearers! Fun Fact - Jack holds the world record for newborn baby with the most hair!

Jack Tregunna

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For anybody thinking about flying to the wedding, the closest airports to Valparaiso are Chicago O'Hare Airport and Chicago Midway Airport, which are both approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes away. ***Canadian friends and family, we recommend flying Porter Airlines into Midway. We have always had really good experiences! They often have good deals available and their direct flights are quick, making it easy to navigate through the airports... oh, and free alcohol on the flight***

Flying In

We have 30 rooms blocked off at the Best Western University Inn At Valparaiso-Block: McCracken-Gorden Wedding-Dates Available: Friday, June 30th, 2017 and Saturday, July 1st, 2017-King Room (15 available): $95.99/night + taxes-Double Room (15 available): $99.99/night + taxes-Check-in Time: After 3:00 pm -Check-out Time: Before 12:00 pm -Booking: 1.) By Phone: Call the hotel at the above phone number and book under the "McCracken-Gorden Wedding"2) Online: Coming Soon :) -Amenities: Free high-speed wifi, complimentary hot breakfast served daily (7am-10am), 24 hour fitness room -Cutoff Date: Block will be available until June 1st, 2017

Best Western University Inn At Valparaiso

There is a shuttle service that will be transporting guests to and from our wedding. It is a school bus, so look for the big yellow bus! Food and drink (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages) ARE permitted on the bus - please do not bring them into the venue, as it violates their liquor license. Please note that this schedule is tentative, and it is possible that the shuttle may be a tad bit earlier or later. The schedule is as follows; Shuttle schedule TO our wedding: Saturday, July 1st, 2017<ul> <li>4:15-4:20 pm – Pick up guests at the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Valparaiso<ul><ul><li>1451 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul><li>4:20 - 4:25 pm - Pick up guests at the Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Valparaiso<ul><ul><li>1251 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul> <li>4:30 – 4:35 pm – Pick up guests at the Best Western University Inn At Valparaiso<ul><ul><li>760 W Morthland Dr., Valparaiso, IN, 46385</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul><li>4:40 - 4:45 pm – Drop guests off at Aberdeen Manor &amp; Ballroom <ul><ul><li>216 Ballantrae St., Valparaiso, IN, 46385</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul><li>4:55 pm - 5:00 pm – Pick up guests at the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Valparaiso<ul><li>1451 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>5:00 pm – 5:05 pm - Pick up guests at the Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Valparaiso<ul><li>1251 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>5:10 pm – 5:15pm – Pick up guests at the Best Western University Inn At Valparaiso<ul><ul><li>760 W Morthland Dr., Valparaiso, IN, 46385</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul><li>5:20 pm – 5:25 pm – Drop guests off at Aberdeen Manor &amp; Ballroom <ul><ul><li>216 Ballantrae St., Valparaiso, IN, 46385</li></ul></ul></li></ul><div> </div><ul><li>5:30 pm – Ceremony begins</li></ul><div> </div><ul><li>5:30 pm – Midnight – Wedding takes place</li></ul><div> </div><div>Shuttle Schedule FROM Our Wedding </div><ul><li>11: 00 pm – Shuttle bus picks up guests at Aberdeen Manor &amp; Ballroom <ul><ul><li>216 Ballantrae St., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul> <li>11:05 pm – Drop off guests at the Best Western University Inn At Valparaiso<ul><ul><li>760 W Morthland Dr., Valparaiso, IN, 46385</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul><li>11:15 pm - Drop off guests at the Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Valparaiso<ul><ul><li>1251 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul><li>11:20 pm – Drop off guests at the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Valparaiso<ul><ul><li>1451 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul><li>12: 30 am – Shuttle bus picks up guests at Aberdeen Manor &amp; Ballroom <ul><ul><li>216 Ballantrae St., Valparaiso, IN, 46385</li></ul></ul></li></ul><ul> <li>12: 35 am – Drop off guests at the Best Western University Inn At Valparaiso</li><ul><ul><li>760 W Morthland Dr., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></ul></ul><ul><li>12: 45 am - Drop off guests at the Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Valparaiso</li><ul><li>1251 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></ul><ul><li>12: 50 am – Drop off guests at the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Valparaiso<ul><li>1451 Silhavy Rd., Valparaiso, IN, 46383</li></ul></li></ul>

Shuttle Service For Our Wedding Day!

We have 10 rooms blocked off at the Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Valparaiso. We are able to block off more rooms once the first 10 are reserved - Please let us know if the block is full when you are trying to book. -Block: McCracken-Gorden Wedding-Dates Available: Friday, June 30th, 2017 and Saturday, July 1st, 2017-King Room: $109.00/night + taxes-Two Queen Room: $109.00/night + taxes-Check-in Time: After 3:00 pm -Check-out Time: Before 12:00 pm -Booking: 1.) By Phone: Call the hotel at the above phone number and book under the "McCracken-Gorden Wedding" or under "McCracken" or "Gorden"2) Online: <a href="https://www.hiexpress.com/redirect?path=hd&amp;brandCode=ex&amp;localeCode=en&amp;regionCode=1&amp;hotelCode=VPZIN&amp;_PMID=99801505&amp;GPC=MGW&amp;viewfullsite=true" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&amp;q=https://www.hiexpress.com/redirect?path%3Dhd%26brandCode%3Dex%26localeCode%3Den%26regionCode%3D1%26hotelCode%3DVPZIN%26_PMID%3D99801505%26GPC%3DMGW%26viewfullsite%3Dtrue&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1479337864802000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFxmQ2tlISd16ers3w6k6usEpaLtg">McCracken-Gorden Wedding</a>-Amenities: Free high-speed wifi, complimentary hot breakfast served daily , fitness room, heated indoor pool, heated indoor whirpool -Cutoff Date: Block will be available until May 30th, 2017

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Valparaiso

We have 20 rooms blocked off at the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Valparaiso. We are able to reserve more rooms once the first 20 have been reserved. Please lets us know if the block is full when you are trying to reserve. -Block: McCracken-Gorden Wedding-Dates Available: Friday, June 30th, 2017 and Saturday, July 1st, 2017-King Room: $129.00/night + taxes-Two Queen Room: $129.00/night + taxes-Check-in Time: After 4:00 pm -Check-out Time: Before 11:00am -Booking: 1.) By Phone: Call the hotel at the above phone number and book under the "McCracken-Gorden Wedding" or under "McCracken" or "Gorden" 2) Online: <a href="http://group.hamptoninn.com/mccrackengordenwedding" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&amp;q=http://group.hamptoninn.com/mccrackengordenwedding&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1479337864719000&amp;usg=AFQjCNF_a4gLxIAyWdl0qA-0iNDwmVl7fw">http://group.hamptoninn.com/mccrackengordenwedding</a>-Amenities: Free high-speed wifi, complimentary hot breakfast served daily, fitness room, indoor heated pool -Cutoff Date: Block will be available until May 29th, 2017

Hampton Inn & Suites Valparaiso

Here is a list of additional hotels in the area, all of which are within 10 minutes from the venue:*Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites Valparaiso*Quality Inn &amp; Suites Valparaiso*Country Inn &amp; Suites By Carlson, Valparaiso*The Inn at Aberdeen (Next door to the venue - Suite rooms available)Thank you!

Additional Hotels Within 10 Minutes of the Venue

Travel

Here are some of the things we love in Northwest Indiana: FOOD &amp; DRINK*Tomato Bar (Brett's FAVORITE restaurant - Pizza &amp; More) - Valparaiso, IN*Stacks Bar &amp; Grill - Valparaiso, IN*Fuji Sushi - Portage, IN*El Cantarito (Mexican) - Portage, IN and Chesterton, IN*Old Chicago (Pizza &amp; More) - Merillville, IN*Figure 8 Brewing Company - Valparaiso, IN*Aftermath Cidery &amp; Winery - Valparaiso, IN*Shoreline Brewery - Michigan City, IN*Industrial Revolution - Valparaiso, IN ACTIVITIES*Many beaches along Lake Michigan: Indiana Dunes State Park, Porter Beach*Golf: The Course at Aberdeen, Robbinhurst Golf Course, Duck Creek Golf Course*Zao Island (mini-golf, laser tag, go-karts, batting cages, alligator exhibit, arcade) - Valparaiso, IN*Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets (shopping) - Michigan City, IN*Southlake Mall - Merrillville, IN

Things To Do In Northwest Indiana

Chicago is located approximately 1 hour west of Valparaiso!TRAVELRide the South Shore Train Line westbound from Northwest Indiana to Millennium Station in Chicago, IL*Dune Park is the closest station to Valparaiso*Other close station options include: Portage/Ogden Dunes &amp; Miller*Schedule information can be found at <a href="http://www.NICTD.com">www.NICTD.com</a> FOOD &amp; DRINK*Lou Malnati's (Deep Dish Pizza)*Gino's East (Deep Dish Pizza) ACTIVITIES*Navy Pier*Millennium Park*The Magnificent Mile*Shedd Aquarium*Field Museum of Natural History*Chicago Fire at Toyota Park (MLS)*Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field (MLB)*Lincoln Park Zoo (It's free!!)*Wrigleyville

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