Harvard Club of Boston

Rehearsal

Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

The Harvard Club of Boston

Farewell Breakfast

Spring

Our Wedding

When this Southern™️ woman moved up to Boston, she did not expect to meet and fall in love with a New Jersey Italian-American man. Caroline had pretty much given up all hope. Hinge was a desolate wasteland of obnoxious Bostonian sports fans 5'8 and under. Then Michael swiped on her profile, and responded to her prompt about Star Wars. He asked if she preferred the prequels or the sequels, and Caroline answered that she refused to acknowledge the sequels as canon. Michael asked her out. They said I love you on the fourth date, and Caroline knew he was the one from the second date. Early in the relationship, Michael and Caroline had discussed the 2 year rule. Two years minimum before a ring, but anything longer than three years may indicate commitment issues. Caroline knew he was the one by the second date, so for nearly two years, she was quite antsy. Michael is methodical and likes to take his time. When Michael asked Caroline if she would like to go to Condgons in Maine after her early morning Pilates class on Labor Day weekend, she knew what was happening. She packed an extra outfit for after Pilates...just in case. They enjoyed their donuts and coffee on the seawall in Wells, Maine, the site of their fourth date. That became a late summer tradition. He got down on one knee and asked her to make him the happiest man alive. I love you. I know.

How we met, how he proposed

Our Story

Justin and Caroline have been friends since their Stetson days. They reunited after college, only for Caroline to move to Boston as he established himself in Jacksonville. 

Justin Baumann

Greg is Michael's brother. Despite taking wildly different paths, they still remain close, and enjoy discussing film with each other. A lifetime of brotherly banter has prepared him well to be the Best Man.

Greg Tango

Lindsey is Caroline's sister-in-law. They're quite similar in their interests, attitudes, and reading/sleeping habits. They operate on the same brainwave, and Caroline is delighted to have another sister in the family.

Lindsey Rouner Williams

Buddy & Michael met in college, and share a love of video games, TTRPGs, and all other manner of nerdery. They have co-hosted a podcast together for over 8 years, despite the fact that no one listens to it.

Buddy Sola

Rachel is Caroline's sister. They're exactly opposite, but like yin and yang, they work wonderfully together and balance each other out. 

Rachel Eichholtz

Manik lived upstairs from Michael freshman year of college, in the legendary dorm known as Griffin House. The two bonded over competitive gaming, and a love of long, thoughtful discussion. They've kept in touch over the years, despite distance, and Michael is helping Manik out with a game he is developing.

Manik Bhat

Lonnie and Caroline have been friends since elementary school. They went to college not far from each other, and although they live on opposite sides of the country, they are still good friends.

Lonnie Marts III

Alex and Michael met in high school, and have maintained a long running friendship ever since. Constant 'discussion' over chat keep both of them sharp, as steel sharpens steel.

Alex Zhao

Laurel and Caroline share a singular brain cell when they are together. Laurel is Caroline's cousin, and when they were younger, they looked remarkably alike. Despite being on opposite sides of the country, their friendship has not felt that strain.

Laurel Williams

Akshay lived one dorm house over from Michael in freshman year of college, and had many adventures together across the JHU campus. Post-college, Michael joined Akshay in the Bay Area to pursue the dream of Silicon Valley, but Mike gave up and came back east after a few years. Akshay still keeps in touch, despite this failing.

Akshay Krishnaswamy

Caroline and Justyna met through a Boston women's group on Facebook. From that group, they formed the nucleus of book club, and formed a friendship out of their shared love for reading and a desire to try new things.

Justyna Malz

Michael met Alex at the perpetual startup known as Revinate, where they labored for countless hours in the code mines in the service of generating monthly recurring revenue. Both escaped that wretched place, and still find the time to play games and exchange industry war stories.

Alex Leigh

Jill and Caroline braved the Stetson English department together. Years later, they discovered they both lived in Boston, and reconnected via social media. Jill is also part of book club. 

Jill Crotty

Mark & Michael met deep in the bowels of Charles Commons as members of the newly formed Hopkins Pen & Paper Gaming Club. The two have been been playing games together ever since.

Mark Stuczynski

Wedding Party

Q + A

ATTENTION: Beginning May 7, 2025, any individual boarding a domestic flight in the United States must have a REAL ID or present equivalent documentation, <a href="https://www.tsa.gov/news/press/releases/2025/02/06/tsa-reminds-public-real-id-enforcement-deadline-may-7-2025" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">per the TSA. </a>Visit the homeland security website to determine if you are "<a href="https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/are-you-real-id-ready" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">REAL ID ready.</a>"Acceptable IDs inlcude:•REAL ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued ID.&nbsp;•U.S. passport.&nbsp;•U.S. passport card.&nbsp;•DHS trusted traveler cards.&nbsp;•U.S. Department of Defense ID.&nbsp;•Permanent resident card.&nbsp;•Border crossing card.&nbsp;•Acceptable photo ID issued by a federally recognized, Tribal Nation/Indian Tribe.&nbsp;•HSPD-12 PIV card.&nbsp;•Foreign government-issued passport.&nbsp; We would hate for anyone to miss our wedding because their ID credentials don't fly.

Boston Logan International Airport

Note: We do not recommend renting a car if you are not from New England. Boston is notoriously difficult to drive in and Massachusetts drivers are mean. (They're called Massholes for a reason). Boston never burnt down, so the roads never had to be rebuilt. The streets are really meant for horses and carriages, not cars.Public transport in Boston is relatively easy to navigate. It is actually quite a small city so it is easy to get from A to B. It is also very walkable if you would prefer to get some steps in.Charlie card: this is the card you tap at the gate to enter each station. There are kiosks in each station where you can buy them. You have a few options:•a day pass•a two day pass•a week long pass•a general card that you can purchase and put whatever amount of money you wish.Inbound: refers to the direction going toward downtown Boston.Outbound: refers to the direction going away from downtown Boston Street level stops: parts of the green line go above ground. When boarding the train, you tap your card on the kiosk next to the driver. At the street level, drivers are not required to stop at each stop. If you would like to disembark at a street level stop, you have to ring the bell right after your train leaves the platform one stop before your destination. The bell is a black or yellow line located on the wall of the carriage.

MBTA - Hynes Convention Center

To book in the hotel block, you can:1. Call at&nbsp;617.267.1607 and ask for the Tango Williams Wedding room block,2. Email reservations@eliothotel.com and ask for the Tango Williams Wedding room block, or3. Use this link: <a href="https://be.synxis.com/?adult=2&amp;arrive=2025-12-05&amp;chain=10237&amp;child=0&amp;currency=USD&amp;depart=2025-12-08&amp;group=1951449&amp;hotel=8712&amp;level=hotel&amp;locale=en-US&amp;productcurrency=USD&amp;rooms=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tango Williams Wedding room block</a> The block closes on November 7th

The Eliot Hotel

To book in the hotel block:Use our link: <a href="https://book.passkey.com/e/50972257" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tango/Williams Wedding room Block</a>Alternatively, call 1-800-325-3535 or 617-236-2000. The block closes on November 7th

Sheraton Boston Hotel

Travel

Black tie attire is for formal evening events. It does not mean you have to wear black--in fact, we'd love to see a myriad of colors! Just be mindful that the bridesmaids are wearing dark green velvet. You are invited to wear black tie attire, but formal attire is also appropriate. We would love to see everyone looking and feeling their most elegant! See <a href="https://www.brides.com/story/black-tie-wedding-guest-dress-code-long-gowns" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">this website</a> for a more detailed explanation of black tie attire.

What do I wear? 

Caroline's Favorite Things 1. <a href="https://book.squareup.com/appointments/sfdcbl3tyhs7lx/location/LFVT6X7J5CCD3/services" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SheShe Nail Studio</a>- if you have time and you're curious, go here for a Russian manicure. It'll last 6 weeks and the attention to detail is immaculate. Book ahead because they fill up fast. 2. <a href="https://taosbeauty.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tao's</a>- Japanese/Korean/Chinese beauty store with the good sunscreen. Caroline can waste a paycheck here (but she hasn't yet). 3. <a href="https://www.skascalp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SKA Boston</a>- Chinese scalp management spa. They put a small camera on various areas of your scalp, then recommend treatment. It's relaxing and makes your hair feel luxurious. 4. <a href="https://bellasante.com/?srsltid=AfmBOootnCz9anA4WJdYeOTOP6w_Beg8ieLEMmTvrkmR4AW-JtWse88P" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bella Sante Spa</a>-this is on the pricier end of spas, but they do facials, massages, and other wellness treatments. Beautiful facility and kind, professional staff.

SOWA Winter Festival: this is a large Hallmark movie worthy Christmas market in South Boston. You have to pay an entrance fee, but you can walk around with a cup of spiked hot chocolate or mulled wine, admire the beautiful lights, and buy various and sundry items from local vendors.

SoWa Winter Festival

Boston’s high end Seaport neighborhood transforms into a winter festival of its own, much like SOWA. Here you can try delicious foods, go ice skating on their mini rink, and shop for the holidays.

Holiday Market Seaport

The Boston Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker is stunning, and the Opera House is a beautiful venue. I recommend purchasing tickets well ahead of time, because they fill up quickly. The performances are beautiful and well worth it.

Citizens Opera House

The Boston Pops does their Christmas concert all December long.

Boston Symphony Orchestra

The Boston Public Library does afternoon tea and while the regular afternoon tea is nice, they do a special festive holiday tea during December. The setting is beautiful, and the staff is incredibly accommodating for dietary restrictions. Book ASAP for a table, as they reserve quickly. Their reservations usually open a month in advance.

Courtyard Tea Room

The ISG is the former home and private collection of Isabella Gardner, a wealthy socialite of the late 1890s and early 1900s. She specially constructed her home to be reminiscent of an Italian villa, with a stunning open courtyard in the middle of the home around which the rest of the house is centered. This is also the site of the biggest, most nefarious art heist in the world.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

This is a more traditional museum with varying collections from around the world. Perhaps their most famous is their ancient Egyptian collection, which is the largest in the world outside of Cairo.

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

An absolutely stunning public library with incredible architecture and dark academia vibes. The courtyard feels like you’ve been transported to Italy.

Boston Public Library - Central Library

This one is a little hokey, but you can interact with historical reenactors as they inform you about the history of the Boston Tea party. You can board a replica of the ship and throw chests of tea overboard like a real American patriot.

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

A famous bookstore on Harvard Avenue in Brookline. It always has bargain tables with good deals, an amazing gift shop, and a substantial used books section in the basement.

Brookline Booksmith

A multi story bookstore on Charles Street, a quaint and picturesque street in the upscale Beacon Hill neighborhood. The interior reminds me of Bridgerton House. They also offer afternoon tea but only on Sundays--if you wanted to try it the morning of the wedding, make your reservation about a month in advance because they book fast.

Beacon Hill Books & Cafe

A cute bookshop on famous Newbury Street. They also have a yummy cafe and usually good deals on popular books.

Trident Booksellers & Cafe

Located just across the street from Long Wharf, this is a large marketplace with all kinds of food and goodies. More people enter these doors per year than at Disneyworld.

Quincy Market

This is a fun little aquarium by the wharf. There is a giant fish tank in the middle of the room surrounded by a spiral ramp so you can see marine life at various levels. You can also pet sting rays. It is also close to Long Wharf, the North End, and Quincy Market.

New England Aquarium

If you have little ones (or you're a nerd), the Museum of Science is quite fun. It is interactive and educational, and they do shows in the beautiful planetarium.

Museum of Science

Japanese karaoke studio in Caroline's old neighborhood. You can rent a private room for your group and sing to your heart's content without having to worry about strangers witnessing your endeavors. Book ahead, because they do fill up quickly.

Stage Karaoke x Studios

Things to Do

Restaurants<a href="https://bbqchicken.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1. bb.q chicken:</a> this is a Korean fried chicken chain. Michael said it’s the best fried chicken he’s ever had. Several locations in Boston. <a href="https://www.isshindoramen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">2. isshindo:</a> a hole in the wall ramen place at the back of the Super 88, the big Asian grocery store in Allston. <a href="https://www.langhamhotels.com/en/the-langham/boston/dine/grana/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">3. Grana:</a> upscale Italian food in the beautiful Langham hotel. Their brunch and cocktails are excellent. <a href="https://tascatapasrestaurant.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">4. Tasca:</a> Spanish tapas on commonwealth avenue in Brighton. If you have a large party of people with differing tastes, this is perfect, as you can order multiple small plates off an extensive menu. <a href="https://helmandrestaurant.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">5. The Helmand: </a>upscale Afghani food in Cambridge. The décor is lovely and you can watch them making fresh bread in the stone oven. <a href="https://happylambhotpot.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">6. happy lamb:</a> Mongolian hotpot. Another good one for people with varying tastes. We go to the one in Allston, but there are locations throughout the city. <a href="https://www.marielofficial.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">7. Mariel:</a> upscale Cuban food in a stunning setting. <a href="https://phobasilboston.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">8. Pho Basil:</a> delicious, inexpensive thai food. <a href="https://www.wusongroad.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">9. Wusong Road:</a> tiki bar with delicious drinks and apps in Cambridge. <a href="https://contessaristorante.com/boston" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">10. Contessa:</a> upscale rooftop Italian restaurant on Newbury street with sweeping views of the city and amazing cocktails. <a href="https://bangkokbento.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">11. Bangkok Bento:</a> affordable Thai food and sushi in a cozy spot on Newbury street. We went here in full cosplay after Anime Boston. Bakeries and Coffee Shops1<a href="https://bovabakeryboston.net/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Bova’s: </a>authentic Italian pastries and goodies in the north end. Open 24/7. 2<a href="https://www.clearflourbread.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Clear Flour:</a> a teeny hole in the wall bakery in Brookline, consistently highly rated for their sublime bread. Caroline’s dad really likes the black pepper and cheddar scone. 3<a href="https://www.jaho.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Jaho: </a>coffee roaster and wine bar. They offer a unique selection of food and drinks. Locations all over Boston. 4<a href="https://www.cafeamaroboston.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Cafe Amaro: </a>very small restaurant in the north end. Caroline’s brother declared it the best cappuccino he ever had. 5<a href="https://tljus.com/menus/all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Tous les Jours: </a>a French-Korean bakery chain all over Boston. Bars1<a href="https://thebellinhand.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Bell in Hand:</a> the oldest continuously operating pub in the United States. Founding fathers have enjoyed libations here. 2. <a href="https://www.parlaboston.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Parla</a>: small Italian restaurant with an excellent bar. You can obtain a small card, have the waiter roll the dice, and make you a drink that corresponds with that number. Once you've tried all the drinks, your next one is free. (Neither of us have filled out card yet). 3. <a href="https://loyallboston.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Loyall Counting Room:</a> a true speakeasy experience. You have to ask at the hotel, obtain a secret password, and then go through a hidden door to partake of colonial-era inspired cocktails and snacks. <a href="https://www.redfoxnorthend.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">3. The Red Fox: </a>Italian restaurant with a speakeasy vibe. 4<a href="https://hecatebar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Hecate: </a>a Greek mythology themed speakeasy. It is exclusive and only seats 24 people at a time, but the drinks are wonderful. 5<a href="https://www.carrienationcocktailclub.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Carrie Nation:</a> a 1920s themed bar with fun drinks (and sometimes drag shows). 6<a href="https://www.wigshopboston.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. The Wig Shop:</a> another speakeasy hidden behind a fake wig shop. 7<a href="https://www.hobgoblinbar.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. Hobgoblin:</a> this bar feels like you’ve been transported to Hogwarts. Unique drinks and nice appetizers. 8<a href="https://www.thecateredaffair.com/map-room-tea-lounge/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">. The Map Room: </a>the Boston Public Library’s bar. Beautiful atmosphere, and they offer charcuterie.

Good Eats

Registry

Photos

Our RSVP page is acting a little funky, so it is not open for responses yet. So sorry to anyone who has already received an invitation. Michael and Caroline will endeavor to have it back open by the end of 9/19/2025.

Note on RSVPs

Friday, December 5th7:30 p.m.Citizens Bank Opera HouseThe NutcrackerCaroline and her bridesmaids and friends will be continuing the tradition of seeing The Nutcracker at the Boston Ballet. While they will be going as a group, you are more than welcome to attend and join them for drinks afterward. For those who would prefer something more laid back, the bride's family will be renting a Japanese karaoke room in Allston. Contact Lisa Williams if you'd like to do karaoke. Saturday, December 6th4:00 p.m.Rehearsal and Rehearsal DinnerThe wedding party and their plus ones will be rehearsing and enjoying dinner together the night before the wedding. Unfortunately only the wedding party and their plus ones are invited to this event, but you can see our "Things to Do" and "Good Eats" page for Saturday night ideas. Sunday, December 7th 4:30 p.m.Harvard Club of BostonWedding ceremony and receptionThe ceremony will start at 4:30 p.m., but we recommend getting there are 4:00 p.m. to find parking, mingle, and gather your bearings. Monday, December 8th11:00 a.m.Harvard Club of BostonFarewell BreakfastJoin us for a farewell breakfast before your flight, drive, or T-ride home!

Caroline & Michael

Caroline & Michael

C&M

Wedding Day

Farewell Breakfast