The Patterson Family Barn

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Brianna and Nicholas met at Rider University in September 2018. Brianna was a senior and Nicholas was a sophomore. Brianna and her friend Taylor went across the street to University House to say hi to their friends in the fraternity Theta Chi. They also heard a rumor that there was a room with Air Conditioning, which Rider did not usually provide. Brianna and Taylor quickly found the air-conditioned room and claimed it as their own. Brianna claiming what would be Nicholas' side. After that first meeting, Brianna and Nicholas hit it off and became quick friends. Brianna would often find herself going to University House to play 20 questions with Nicholas and get to know him more with each conversation. Finally, by October 23rd, Brianna and Nicholas went out late that night to try to find shooting stars from the Orionid Meteor Shower. From there, Brianna had a different set of questions and asked Nicholas if he wanted to be a couple to which he said yes. From there, they made it through a pandemic, rented an apartment for nearly 2 years, bought a house together, and adopted two beautiful cats named Raisin and Milkweed. Now, just before their 6 year anniversary on October 21st, Nicholas proposed to Brianna at Sayen Gardens in Hamilton, NJ. They are excited to make it official and continue the rest of their lives together!

It all began at Rider.

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Loves being a mom to her two furbabies Raisin and Milkweed.

Brianna Buck

Can always find him dawning a fun pair of socks for "Fun Sock Friday with Mr. Z."

Nicholas Zolkiwsky

He's either at a car show with his other child, The 1965 Ford Galaxy 500 XL, or rocking out at a concert with Brianna.

Bradley Buck

If he's not at the gun range, he can be found spoiling the family dogs: Lita and Teddy, with McDonald's Drive Thru visits for ice cream.

Dave Zolkiwsky

Can be found creating timeless and unique home decor pieces in her craft room or snuggling her furbabies.

Donna Buck

Is always ready to spend time with family, friends, and offer advice when needed. 

Carla Crea

Was told he can't share any embarrassing childhood stories about the Bride.

Michael Buck

Can strike you out with her softball pitch and squeeze you in for a wash, cut, blow dry at the salon.

Cara Zolkiwsky

Loves watching Pokemon with Nick and begging Brianna for treats.

Raisin

Loves embracing the iPad kid lifestyle of watching Cat TV and parkouring off walls.

Milkweed

The Families

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Please note that we are working with the hotel to get an earlier check in time for guests. Also, the online link shows an average rate for Saturday &amp; Sunday. Saturday's Rate: $209Sunday's Rate: $159

Brianna & Nicholas

Brianna & Nicholas

B&N

Wedding Day

2:30 PM–3:00 PM

Ceremony

3:00 PM–4:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

4:00 PM–8:00 PM

Reception