Apple Holler

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Nightcap

Day After Visit and Farewells

May 17th, 2026

9:00 AM - 12:00 PMHotel Verdant Lobby, 500 Main St, Racine, WI One last chance to visit and laugh with us before everyone goes their separate ways . Café Verdant, in the hotel lobby, will have coffee and grab-and-go food items available for purchase.

Our Wedding

Bryce and Erica: A Tale of Joy, Adventure, and Love!

Were there ever two such lovers such as these? The tale of Bryce and Erica, is one that shall withstand the tests of time, and soldier forth into the annals of romantic history! Forsooth... 'Twas March in the Year of Our Lord 2022, when Bryce and Erica did meet at a mutual friend's birthday celebration. Bryce sported his classic blue button down t-shirt with sharks on it, while Erica was garbed in a beautiful black dress with colorful flowers on it. Bryce was immediately stuck by Erica's vivacious nature, and joie de vivre. Erica was taken by Bryce's witty charm, and the way he wiggled his rump whilst pretending to a be a wizard. After a brief flirtation, the clock struck midnight and Erica was wisked away! Bryce, having missed his chance at courtship, promptly found Erica on the Book of Faces, and sent her a message, inquiring as to the possibility of a date. Alas! Alack! Erica was not a frequent user of the Book of Faces and did not see Bryce's inquiry for two weeks. Bryce feared that their romance was not to be... But ay, Zuckerberg did smile upon our lovers! After speaking with a friend about the cute boy she had met at a party, Erica eventually logged into the Book of Faces to spy upon him, and only then did she see that his correspondence awaited her! And so it came to pass, that Bryce and Erica did meet at Monk's Pub and dine upon fried pickes! Did embark upon many camping, hiking, and geocaching adventures! Did enjoy many moonlight swims in the Lake of Michigan (along with a rambunctious sprite known as "Water Erica")! Did travel to Arkansas, Branson, Massachusetts, and back again! Did paint and fish! Did sing, dance, eat and make merry! Did fall deeply in love. And lo, this brings us to July in the Year of Our Lord, 2024! Our lovers found themselves on a camping trip on Washington Island, in the County of Door, in the Land of Wisconsin. Bryce had purchased an engagement ring, and planned to propose by hiding it inside a geocache during one of their island adventures. Alas again! Alack again! Bryce was suffering from foot maladies, including gout-- the disease of kings! He could not easily. nor painlessly, venture to a geocache without his beloved Erica knowing. Instead, on the day of our nation's birth, Bryce and Erica found themselves sitting in the water at the beautiful, and geologically signifficant (pollished limestones!), Schoolhouse Beach. Bryce excused himself, and hobbled onto the beach to grab something from his rucksack. Erica presumed that he was retrieving his photographic device, but instead he returned with an emerald ring. He sat back down next to her, and proposed to her there in the waves, as Water Erica--that rascally water nymph-- no doubt watched in the distance. Even she would not disturb such a beatiful moment. Erica enthusiastically agreed to the proposal, and that night, our lovers watched fireworks with the rest of the islanders to celebrate. Marriage was on the horizon, and now, it will soon be here...

Our Story

Photos

Bryce and I met at Salem State University where we were both studying the Theater arts. He was and is hilarious and unique. We quickly became friends, and I was happy to discover that he was also kind, thoughtful and loyal. We were in a few plays together, started an improv troupe and even became college roommates for a time. We partied, created art, and went on long nighttime walks through Salem discussing the nature of existence. By the end of college Bryce was one of my dearest friends, practically a brother. 
 
I moved to NYC to pursue Improv and Stand-Up Comedy and upon my return to the Boston area I promptly became Bryce’s roommate for a second time. We Partied, created art, and went on long nighttime walks though Sommerville. I have moved on to a career in Beer, for ten years I have been a Guinness Brewery Ambassador, visiting Irish Pubs across the country. I have a beautiful wife Meaghan and two amazing daughters Nessa and Fia. I’ve always dreamed that someday Bryce would move back from Chicago, we would yet again become roommates, party, create art and go on nighttime walks… Unfortunately, the roommate ship has probably sailed, I’m not sure that I could get permission from my wife. 
 
I’ve had the pleasure of meeting Erica several times and I consider her a friend. She is silly, unique, kind, thoughtful and loyal. I am honored to be part of their wedding day and cannot wait to experience the joy of celebrating with them. 
 
p.s. I am a better talker than a writer, please introduce yourself at the wedding, I love a good chat. 
 
Cheers! 


Mike Reardon

 I’m the groomsman who hails from the St. Louis Area (Illinois side of the River) and has done a bunch of shows and improv with Bryce. In our first show together, I cast Bryce as a character who gets his brain turned to jelly, and Bryce nailed it. He ate a pen onstage for me. I won’t forget that. I’ve also been assured that even though I have stated “My presence is presents enough!” multiple times, this is in fact untrue and I should still bring a wedding gift. 

Judson Russell

I met Bryce many years ago while we were both working at the Museum of Science and Industry—back when we still had dreams and knees that didn’t pop. We became friends later through improv, which I eventually stopped doing. Bryce didn’t hold that against me, so we stayed pals anyway.

I met Erica not long after she and Bryce started dating. I became friends with her when she started feeding me. (Pro tip: If you want to get to know me, snacks are the fastest route.)

I’m honored to be standing with Bryce on their big day. He’s one of the best people I know—thoughtful, loyal, the kind of guy you call when you need help moving a couch or making a life decision. And Erica brings out a version of him that’s somehow even more grounded, more joyful. Being witness to the love they’ve built is a gift—and I couldn’t be happier to celebrate them.


Ian Vytlacil

I met Bryce in third grade and we quickly became friends bonding over a shared admiration for Animaniacs and Jurassic Park. We started performing comedy sketches with our friends and then Bryce started acting on stage. I got into theater too, something I never would have done if I didn’t have Bryce as my friend, and I discovered I loved it! We have always been a great duo: Bryce likes to make people laugh and I have a very loud laugh. 

I had the pleasure of first meeting Erica when she and Bryce came to visit me and my family. I was immediately struck by how well matched they are. Two silly, kind, sharp, thoughtful, wonderful people joining forces is really something to celebrate and I’m so overjoyed to be a part of their wedding!

Charlie Gerrior

Hi I’m Alex and I have been a goofy goober with the bride since I was 3! Which I love because I’m convinced she remembers more of my childhood than me!  We have gone through so much together. From mermaid fazes to college days and now wedding bouquets. I knew from the first time I met Bryce that he was going to fit right in with the goofy goober club. I couldn’t be happier to celebrate such wonderful humans! I love a good party and at the wedding you will likely find me on the dance floor! I can have a conversation on just about anything, however, if you bring up cats, good road trip destinations , or shark week, we are guaranteed to have excitable conversation! I can’t wait to celebrate Erica and Bryce’s big day!

Alex shear

MAAAAAH! Brides peep Ginny is so fricking excited for Erica and Bryce’s big day! Erica and Ginny share a deep love of painting, music, and mushrooms and going on adventures together. Ginny also loves joining Erica and Bryce occasionally on a hike for a hidden Geocash. Things to know about Ginny for the wedding: she loves dancing, singing out loud, getting to know people, and desserts- so if you need someone to break the ice in a conversation, get moving on the dance floor, or just a buddy to get pies with- she’s your GAL!!! 

Ginny Weant

Erica and I forged our friendship in the fires of higher education! Through the many trials and tribulations of studies, recitals, and operatic shenanigans, we still managed to bond over our love for Doctor Who, painting, and the crazed wavelength that keeps us in sync. Eventually, Erica left the warm shores of New Jersey for the Wild West (aka Chicago), and we kept in touch via car trip phone calls and writing music with our band, Mandibles. It was in this new place where she met the love of her life, a man who brings a smile to her face a giggling lilt to her voice. Every day is an adventure with Erica and Bryce, and I can’t wait to celebrate their wedding!!

Devin Kempson

Erica and I worked together managing The Old Post Office. Soon after I started there, I simply would not go anywhere in the building without her. I need to check something out on the roof. Erica’s coming. I need coffee/HBEs
from the café. Erica’s coming. Need to check on a construction project. Erica’s coming. Walgreens for snacks. Erica’s coming. Being inseparable at work turned into book club, happy hours, dinners, weekend brunches, comedy shows, and the sweetest friendship. Often you have coworkers that are your friends at the office and once you both leave that job you never speak again, but if you are
as lucky as me you get Erica. Now I live in San Diego, but the distance hasn’t changed a thing, except our wine nights are now virtual. I am so honored to be a part of her and Bryce’s day and cannot wait to celebrate these two love birds!

Morgan Blofsky

I first encountered Bryce years ago while working at the Museum of Science and Industry but didn't really get to know him until 2022 when he cast me in his sci-fi comedy show: Portal Prov! That was my first step back on stage after a ten-year hiatus and Bryce's decision undoubtedly changed my life for the better. Erica arrived on the scene shortly thereafter and I had the privilege of forging a friendship with the couple as they grew closer. The comedy show has come and gone, but Bryce and Erica remain my dear friends and continue to be a source of comfort and joy. I am honored to officiate their wedding ceremony.

Mark Soloff

Wedding Party

Q + A

The Venue and Reception...

*Please arrive no later than 2:45 PM*Apple Holler is a beautiful orchard and farm park. Upon arrival, you will board a tractor-pulled trailer and be driven though the orchard out to an oak grove where the ceremony will take place. After the ceremony is over, you will re-board the tractor trailers, and be brought to the reception in one of the barns! Food, dancing, and merriment will commence! Apple Holler is about a 1 hour and 30 minutes drive from Chicago, or about at 35 minute drive from Milwaukee.

Hotels...

This is the hotel Bryce and Erica are staying at. Its beautiful, with lots of plants and local artwork. We are also hoping that some folks will meet us back here for a night cap after the wedding at the hotels rooftop bar. You can use the website button to book rooms in our block. Hotel Verdant is about a 25 minute drive from the wedding venue (Apple Holler).

Hotel Verdant

We have also set up a wedding block rate with Homewood Suites Oak Creek. This is NOT the hotel at which Bryce and Erica are staying, but it is also nice, and includes a continental breakfast. You can use the "website" button to book rooms in our wedding block. Homewood Suites is about a 19 minute drive from the wedding venue (Apple Holler).

Homewood Suites by Hilton Oak Creek Milwaukee

Travel

Activities

Any road trip from Chicago to Wisconsin, or vice versa, makes a pit stop here. All the Cheese, beer, wine, cheese, gifts, local foods, and cheese you could ever want...in a castle.

Mars Cheese Castle

Yes, this is the wedding venue, and no, it won't be apple season. But Apple Holler is also an awesome place to visit on your own time. In addition to being an orchard, it has a restaurant, a bakery, a gift shop, and a family fun park (complete with goats you can feed!).

A small, but good contemporary art museum! If you're staying at Hotel Verdant, it's literally across the street.

Racine Art Museum

A zoo on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan! A woman at the local jewelry store told us that they used to have an elephant. But that was long ago.... Still, we hear it's a good zoo!

Racine Zoo

A cool, old lighthouse that is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Why not take some photos and learn a little Great Lakes maritime history? Regardless of whether or not you go to this specific lighthouse, you should really find a spot along Lake Michigan and walk around. Its wonderful.

Windpoint Lighthouse

Restaurants

The restaurant inside Hotel Verdant. Great hearth-fired pizzas and more!

Marguerite

The rooftop bar inside Hotel Verdant. Great cocktails, mocktails, and more! Also great views of the city during the day, and fire pits at night. (This is no longer the spot for the Nightcap-- we're moving to Evelyn's Club Main!)

Eave

A great breakfast and lunch spot right next to Hotel Verdant.

The Maple Table

Fancier dining. Steaks, chops, ribs and more. Just a short walk from Hotel Verdant.

Butcher & Barrel

A fun dive bar, complete with a popcorn machine. Just a short walk from Hotel Verdant. This is where we will meet for a nightcap after the wedding reception!

Evelyn's Club Main

Things to Do

Registry

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JQPokAWcD_M" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WEDDING VIDEO!</a> Erica and Bryce have been documenting their adventures together for over four years, and now, on May 16th, 2026, they are GETTING MARRIED! Please enjoy this video journey through their past 4 years together. Cheers!

Bryce & Erica

Bryce & Erica

B&E

Wedding Day

2:45 PM–4:15 PM

Ceremony

4:30 PM–5:30 PM

Cocktail Hour

5:30 PM–10:00 PM

Reception

10:30 PM–1:00 AM

Nightcap

Day After Visit and Farewells

May 17th, 2026