Appalachian Brewing Company of Lititz

Engagement Party (FAMILY)

Engagement Party (FRIENDS)

The Skinner Barn

Wedding Day

The Opener (Ceremony)

First Set (Cocktail Hour)

Set Break (Dinner)

Second Set (Reception)

Encore

Our Wedding

Once upon a time in 2012, Chelsie was a freshman at Millersville University, and Sean was in his Junior year. Just two days after starting college, Chelsie and some new college friends were invited to a "social gathering." Chelsie was drinking some "liquid courage," when Sean walked into said gathering. The two bonded over their love of EDM (at the time) - Bassnectar to be exact. By "bonded," I mean Chelsie pretty much forced Sean into conversation &amp; taking photos with her digital camera (photo evidence above).Fast forward: The two kept in touch here &amp; there over the years but ultimately, the two had different agendas leading them to move to various states &amp; take on different jobs.Fast forward again: Sean moved to Vermont in 2019, just months before the pandemic, to pursue his dream of living the ski-bum lifestyle (he was successful). In 2021, Chelsie moved to Vermont to pursue her dream of working as a Child Life Specialist (she was also successful). The two reconnected in Vermont, &amp; by Fall of 2022, Chelsie told Sean to "commit or quit" (obviously, he opted for the correct choice). The two have been dating, adventuring, breaking bones &amp; organs, and obsessing over their cats together ever since!

From Pennsylvania to Vermont

Our Story

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BRIDESMAIDS

Amber Miller 

Believe it or not, Chelsie and Amber weren’t always friends. In fact, neither was thrilled when their cheerleading coach placed them next to each other during games. It didn’t take long, however, for them to bond over teenage shenanigans—and for Chelsie to introduce Amber to the infamous “one cheek sneak.”Their friendship quickly escalated to near-daily hangouts after school and on weekends, filled with parties (and the occasional trouble), beach trip plotting, concerts, countless McDonald’s drive-thru runs, and time spent at their favorite local spot, The Sanctuary.After high school, they made time to visit each other at college for Halloween parties, birthdays, and concerts. Following graduation, both returned home for a few years and started a tradition known as “Best Friend Mondays” at The Kutztown Tavern—meeting up every Monday after work for a beer.Over the years, Chelsie and Amber have celebrated countless milestones together, from earning advanced degrees to buying homes, navigating relationships, and everything in between. Though their high school days and early twenties are long behind them, their friendship has remained—surviving distance, time, and hundreds of miles apart.Amber has collected many nicknames along the way—Mimber Aller, McAmber, Amburger Happy Meal, and BFFFFL, just to name a few. But through it all, one thing has remained constant: Amber has always been, and will forever be, one of Chelsie’s very best friends.

Alexa Croft 

Alexa and Chelsie first met in third grade on Bus #4, where their friendship began by “quizzing” each other and playing all the classic coming-of-age bus games. As they grew older, their bond only deepened—especially during Chelsie’s annual beach trips with Alexa and her family. One particularly unforgettable moment from those trips includes the time the two accidentally walked into what can only be described as the most horrendous port-o-potty scene imaginable.Beyond beach trips, Alexa and Chelsie spent countless nights at sleepovers, often dabbling in something spooky—like the time they thought bringing a Ouija board to a cemetery was a great idea (don’t worry, they chickened out).In adulthood, the two discovered a shared love for camping, traveling, and exploring national parks. In 2020, they took an unforgettable road trip to Montana and Wyoming, camping in 20-degree temperatures and bundling into their sleeping bags with every layer they packed. During this trip, Chelsie also learned that Alexa can rap “WAP”—and yes, there is video evidence of this iconic moment.Alexa is truly a lifetime friend to Chelsie. Their friendship has spanned more than 20 years and countless milestones, including graduations, moves, relationships, and everything life has thrown their way—remaining as strong and meaningful as ever.

Shelby Hetrick 

Chelsie met Shelby during their high school years through a mutual friendship. While they often crossed paths in group settings throughout high school, it wasn’t until their late teens and early twenties that the two truly bonded one-on-one. Shelby would visit Chelsie at college, and the pair eventually settled into a weekly tradition of movie nights together. In addition, the two took several trips together, including a road trip to West Virginia &amp; Virginia, combining their love of wine, hiking, and history, and to Thailand, experiencing the culture, beaches &amp; hot springs, monkeys &amp; elephants, and yoga.Beyond movie nights &amp; traveling, Chelsie and Shelby could often be found exploring local watering holes—especially Captain’s Cove, one of their favorites—where they spent evenings throwing darts, playing Jenga, and taking shot-skis. Shelby also proved herself a true ride-or-die teammate during the annual Gettysburg Bar Hopping Challenge, using her impressive drinking stamina and historical knowledge to help the team win. At one point, she famously declared, “When it comes to the G.A., leave it to M.E.”Shelby is the total package when it comes to friendship—equal parts wild child, responsible adult, and just the right amount of spice. She’s the kind of friend who will always stick up for you, no matter what.

Mariah Lapinski

Mariah (which rhymes with Papaya) and Chelsie were a dynamic duo of shenanigans as college roommates, randomly—and very successfully—paired together in Gaige Hall their freshman year at Millersville University. Despite coming from different high school experiences, the two bonded quickly over similar upbringings and a shared love of parties.One of their earliest memories together involved a bottle of wine and absolutely no corkscrew. Naturally, they improvised by using a tube of mascara to push the cork into the bottle—as any educated college students would. It worked… though the mascara went in too. Luckily, freshmen have no boundaries, and mascara-flavored wine somehow tasted just fine. By the end of freshman year, they had built bunk beds, adopted a dorm-room fish (RIP Totes McGoats), and supported each other through “study shots” and countless cups of jungle juice.Mariah and Chelsie went on to live together for three of their four college years. Between classes and restaurant shifts, they always found time for parking-lot jam sessions, dance aerobics, and late-night trips to Ho-Pi and Jesus Dogs. They also shared unforgettable moments at the Renaissance Faire—where Mariah famously declared, “F*** gingers!” when asked whether she would cheer for England or Ireland.After college, their friendship continued strong with annual trips to Mariah’s cousin’s beach house, spontaneous nights out in Lancaster City, and even flying to Miami for a weekend of unforgettable memories. Through every phase, Mariah has remained one of Chelsie’s cherished friendships—proof that the best pairings are sometimes the random ones.

Ashlei Tracy 

What began as a unique friendship—one that survived plenty of sisterly disagreements during college—has blossomed into a lifelong bond. Ashlei and Chelsie were roommates for three out of four college years and shared countless memories filled with parking-lot jam sessions, dance aerobics, and late-night trips to Ho-Pi, The Village, and Jesus Dogs. Ashlei also likely holds the record for witnessing Chelsie pee outside more than any other friend.Beyond the college tomfoolery, Ashlei and Chelsie continued their friendship after graduation with nights out in West Chester and weekends spent at the aforementioned beach house. One of their most unforgettable adventures was a ski trip to Vermont in their early twenties—taken despite neither of them having ever skied before. The weekend can best be summarized by Ashlei tumbling down the mountain, removing her skis entirely (yes, there is video proof), and spending the rest of the trip poolside and at the bar. Ashlei truly is as good as they get. She’s exceeded the expectations of friendship in multiple ways, but the most memorable one is when she dropped everything and flew across the country to help Chelsie leave a relationship, and then drove all the way back with her—proving that her friendship is built on loyalty, strength, and unconditional love.

Alyssa Updike

Alyssa and Chelsie first met as coworkers at their very first “adult” jobs after college, where they quickly bonded over the shared chaos of working in a psychiatric rehabilitation program for young adults. Navigating mid-twenties life crises together, they became each other’s steady support while dreaming bigger—traveling, pursuing advanced degrees, and eventually moving out of Pennsylvania.Their friendship grew through a shared love of music, yoga, and a willingness to be just a little unhinged—like meeting for 6:00 a.m. yoga before work, teaming up as beer pong partners, or driving to Philadelphia on a worknight to see MGMT. Alyssa quickly earned her title as the most supportive (and best) colleague of all time.Even as life took them to different jobs and different states, their bond never wavered. They’ve continued to visit one another, schedule hours-long phone calls, and even get matching tattoos. Alyssa is one of the few people Chelsie can share absolutely anything with—and always be met with unconditional love, encouragement, and support.

Groomsmen

Colton McLaughlin

James Kelly

Tim Juliano

Nikita Maizet 

Andrew LePine

Kyle Lang

Wedding Party

Q + A

Accommodations for our Wedding Weekend

We have blocked all of the rooms at The Mad River Lodge in Waitsfield, VT. The Mad River Lodge is 6 miles (approximately 12 minutes) from our wedding venue at the Skinner Barn.To book your room, please go to <a href="https://www.madriverlodge.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Modern Vermont Inn | Cozy Lodging in the Mad River Valley</a>. Hover over the "Groups and Events" tab, and then click on "Book with Room Block." You must enter "LMW" in the promo code to access our room block. The block will be held through July 25. Please note, this option is not pet friendly. We have blocked the rooms from September 25-27. If you plan to lengthen your stay, you may do so by entering the desired dates. Please note, while the rooms are secured specifically for our wedding guests from September 25-27, all other dates before and after are open to the public. If you are planning to stay longer, please book well in advance, as this lodge will sell out!Of note, the majority of lodging in this area (and Vermont in general) sells out at this time of year due to the Fall foliage. If you plan to travel locally or statewide, please secure overnight accommodations well in advance.

Mad River Lodge

This accommodation is pet-friendly and is just 3 minutes away from the Mad River Lodge (where we have our room block). It is 5 miles (10 minutes) from our venue at the Skinner Barn. A restaurant &amp; bar is attached.Rooms will not be blocked at this location; Please book on your own accord &amp; consider doing so sooner rather than later, as lodging in the area will sell out.

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Travel

Things to do within the Mad River Valley

This is where Sean works, seasonally, and where the two of them ski. Check the website to see what events are happening while you're in town.

Sugarbush Resort

Local bar with live music, burgers, pool table, and eventful bingo.

afterthoughts

Located in the same building as Afterthoughts.

Valley Meade Weed Dispensary

Great local spot for a sauna and/or cold plunge experience.

Savu at Madbush Falls

Delicious cocktails and a nice indoor and outdoor environment.

Barr Hill Distillery 

Attend a yoga class, fitness class, or workshop at the studio where Chelsie teaches! Check the schedule to see what offerings are happening while you're in town.

The Sanctuary - Northfield

Things to do within 30 minutes

Our favorite music venue with the best local bands, nightly, and tasty cocktails.

Zenbarn

Zenbarn Farms

Take a tour and taste some ice cream, fresh from the headquarters!

Ben & Jerry’s

Feeling crafty? Day Breaks is a nearby glass studio that offers one-day workshops. Check out their calendar to see what they're offering. Chelsie has attended several of their stained-glass workshops.

Day Breaks Glass Studio

Things to do about 1 hour away

Get on top of Vermont’s greatest views the easy way – in the famous Stowe Gondola SkyRide. From the top of Mt. Mansfield – Vermont’s highest mountain – you can access the Cliff House restaurant, visit the Summit Retail Gift Shop and enjoy a sweet treat at The Waffle.Book tickets well in advance, as this is a major tourist attraction!(This is along The Notch Road).

Stowe Mountain Resort & Gondola 

A beautiful, meandering scenic drive through Fall foliage! This route passes along several additional attractions, including Smuggler's Notch Resort, a hike at Sterling Pond, a stop or swim at Bingham Falls, and/or a visit to Stowe Mountain Resort. Nearby is downtown Stowe with plenty of restaurants, breweries, and shopping.

The Notch Road Scenic Drive (& more!)

These hills are alive with hiking and mountain biking trails, von Trapp history tours, the von Trapp brewery, and onsite restaurant and lodging.

von Trapp Family Lodge & Resort

A beautiful hike for Fall foliage!

Stowe Pinnacle Trailhead

One of Vermont's most iconic mountains, and the third highest peak. A beautiful hike for Fall foliage! Arrive early to avoid crowds.

Camel's Hump State Park

Drive to Underhill State Park to access trails to Mount Mansfield, which is Vermont's highest peak!

Underhill State Park

Burlington's iconic marketplace, with shops, restaurants, breweries, music, and bars. Within walking distance is Lake Champlain.

Church Street Marketplace

Vermont's most iconic lake! Take a stroll along the bike path and visit one of the many parks or beaches along the way - Red Rocks Park, Oakledge Park, Perkin's Pier, the downtown waterfront park, North Beach, and/or Leddy Beach. Stop to get a creemee (Vermont's version of soft-serve ice cream) or a beer at Foam Brewers on your walk.The path is many, many miles long and can be enjoyed on foot, bike, or roller blades. A great spot for fishing, too!

Lake Champlain

A beautiful pathway with Lake Champlain on both sides, with opportunity to dip into the water. You can opt to take the "bike ferry" over to the Champlain Islands for more exploration, including breweries and wineries. This trail is connected to the path along Lake Champlain (mentioned above) and can be added for more adventure. See the website for more details.

Chelsie & Sean

Chelsie & Sean

Travel

Accommodations for our Wedding Weekend

Mad River Lodge

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