Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour 

Dinner 

Dance 

Our Wedding

Ben and Brittany’s paths first crossed in an unexpected way—through a dating app. Though they both attended Grand Rapids High School, their paths hadn’t intersected back then. But in July of 2021, fate brought them together when they matched online. What followed was a whirlwind of unforgettable moments: cozy movie nights, home-cooked dinners by Ben, Brittany learning to play cribbage, adventurous four-wheeler rides, fishing trips, and countless sunsets shared together. It wasn’t long before Brittany, smiling but a little impatient, asked Ben when he was going to make their relationship “official.” Ben, with a grin, replied, “I thought you were my girlfriend already.” In September of 2022, they made it official and became a couple. The connection was undeniable, and Brittany quickly found herself spending nearly every evening and weekend at Ben’s house. Ben would jokingly ask, “When are you just going to move in?” Well, in September 2024, Brittany took the leap and moved in, bringing along her cat, Gigi (who Ben adored, by the way). On September 3rd, 2024—a beautiful Tuesday evening. The sky was painted in stunning hues as the sun set over the horizon, and Ben, who had always loved sunsets, was enjoying the moment with Brittany. After a delicious dinner, Brittany suggested they take a walk with their sweet dog, Bear. As they neared the end of their stroll, Ben guided Brittany to stand on a rock for a better view of the sunset. With his arms wrapped around her, they took in the breathtaking scene together. Then, as Brittany turned around, Ben was down on one knee, holding a ring. With a smile, he asked the question that would change their lives forever: “Will you marry me?” Brittany, stunned and in disbelief, wondered if Ben was joking—after all, he had always said he never wanted to get married. But the ring wasn’t fake, and Ben wasn’t kidding. Of course, Brittany said “YES!” It was the moment she had been waiting for, and it felt as magical as she had always imagined. Now, Ben and Brittany are looking forward to building their life together, making more beautiful memories with friends and family, and embracing whatever the future holds for them. They can’t wait to celebrate their love with all of you this coming September!

A Love Story Between Ben and Brittany

Our Story

Photos

Wing Chambers 

Alex Badavinac 

Brooke Czerny

Krystl Sigfrinius

Katie Cullen 

Abby Hermann 

Erek Akre 

Matt Coatsworth

John Boller

Josh Drewes 

Shawn Heinen 

Jarred Kacon

Wedding Party

Q + A

Timberlake Lodge is Grand Rapids premier full service hotel. A three-story craftsman style building with 84 unique and beautifully furnished guest rooms caters to the business traveler, couple on a getaway and vacationing family. Amenities for business meetings, family vacations, and specialty events. Food service open Monday - Saturday 11am-10pm, closed Sundays. For your business meetings, corporate events, weddings, birthday parties and social gatherings, Timberlake has the right space to host you in either the lodge or our Grand Event Center

Timberlake Lodge

Best Western Plus Grand Rapids MN is offering accommodations in Grand Rapids. Featuring a fitness center, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel provides an indoor pool and a shared lounge. At the hotel, every room includes a closet. All guest rooms in Best Western Plus Grand Rapids MN are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. The accommodation offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Free private parking and a business center are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Chisholm-Hibbing Airport is 39 miles away.

Best Western Plus Grand Rapids MN

My Place Hotel-Grand Rapids, MN is a 3-star property located in Grand Rapids. The hotel provides an indoor pool and a shared lounge and free WiFi. At the hotel, all rooms come with a closet. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at My Place Hotel-Grand Rapids, MN can enjoy an American breakfast. Free private parking and a business center are available, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The nearest airport is Chisholm-Hibbing Airport, 38 miles from the accommodation.

My Place Hotel-Grand Rapids MN

Located in Grand Rapids, 1.4 miles from Blandin Park Beach, Hotel Rapids has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a closet, a coffee machine, a fridge, a microwave, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Certain rooms contain a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a stovetop. At Hotel Rapids rooms have bed linen and towels. The accommodation offers 2-star accommodations with a sauna. Chisholm-Hibbing Airport is 36 miles from the property.

Hotel Rapids

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

Pulled Pork Chilled Smoked Turkey Pork & Beans Mac & Cheese Coleslaw Cornbread

The Piggy BBQ

Dinner Menu 

Brittany & Ben

Brittany & Ben

Dinner Menu

The Piggy BBQ