The Graduate Athens

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Our Wedding

Andrew and Christy met through a group of friends in high school. The two groups joined forces Andrew's junior year and Christy's sophomore year (the exact location is unknown, but the obvious assumption is the Stelling's basement).  From that point on they were inseparable throughout high school for all of the fun events from football games to prom, and even the occasional game of capture the flag (you know, like most normal high school kids).  After graduation, Andrew went on to UGA and Christy followed the next year. They remained great friends and attended many functions together.  Christy was a staple in the Baxter Commons Apartments where Andrew and Colin would throw epic band party pregames and play music that you wouldn't find at other parties around town. After college, Andrew moved to West Palm Beach, Florida to start his career in a place conveniently near some great fishing.  Coincidentally, Christy's family  would vacation in Jupiter, Florida every year during the summer.  Andrew, presumably missing Christy, would always call her to hang out and take her fishing on his roommate, Jeff's, boat known as "Blue Steel".  The motive, as it was confirmed later, was driven by Andrew's hopes that one day there could be something more between them.  The finale each summer was the Dave Matthew's concert at the Cruzan Amphitheater in Wellington, Florida with all of their friends from near and far.  After Andrew and his twin brother Tyler came down off of their high from Dave's sweet melodies, it was always time to say goodbye to Christy and each year it got harder.  Finally, over the Christmas holidays in 2014, Andrew mustered up the courage to ask Christy to come to a concert in Athens with him and his friend Clarence.  It was not presented as a date, but Andrew had a feeling it could end up as one.  The name on the Georgia Theatre bulletin that night was Charles Bradley, who is about as close to a James Brown reincarnation as you can find.  The perfect band and setting for sparks to fly.  After a night of dancing, reminiscing in their college town, and meeting Charles Bradley himself after the show, the two of them realized they were much more than just friends.  It was a wonderful start to a friendship turned love story.  The rest of the story ya'll know.  Andrew and Christy are excited to see everyone on June 17th to celebrate in the town that means so much to them!

Our Story

The Proposal

Christy thought they were taking a spur of the moment bike ride because the weather finally felt like Fall. What she did not realize was, Andrew had been planning this occasion for months. They road bikes across the bridge on to Palm Beach Island. Christy wanted to stop and take pictures along the way, but Andrew said to wait and that it would be worth it. Finally they stopped at the Kapok Tree. While Christy was distracted by a cat and the stunning view, Andrew got down on one knee. When she turned around, he popped the question, and all she could say was "yes, thank you, thank you!" Next thing she knew, Jeff had jumped out from a bush and had been taking pictures the whole time. Jeff's fiance, Carrie, came strolling around the corner with their dog, Kayle, champagne, flowers, and a balloon. They all celebrated and took more pictures. Afterwards, Christy and Andrew biked down to the beach and called all their family and friends. Eventually, when the bike ride ended, the two of them had a late dinner at Hullaballoo, which is where they had their first date!

Details

Greg Maxey

Ali is Christy's oldest sister and the mother of Wallace, one of the ring bearers. 

Ali Murdock

Mandy is Christy's middle sister and the mother of Britten, the flower girl, and Benjamin, one of the ring bearers. 

Mandy Baldree

Tyler Maxey

Christy and Katherine became friends in the sixth grade. 

Katherine Abrams

Colin and Andrew went to high school together and were college roommates. 

Colin Bobinski

Stephen Braue

Meghan and Christy were sorority sisters at UGA.   

Meghan Bobinski

Mack Brown

Hannah and Christy were sorority sisters and roommates at UGA. 

Hannah Costantino

Tommy Robinson

Lindsay and Christy became friends through Tyler one weekend at Auburn. Lindsay will be Christy's sister-in-law. 

Lindsay Maxey

Clarence and Andrew met down in Florida  while working for the same company. 

Clarence Solodkin

Elizabeth and Christy became friends in kindergarten.

Elizabeth Mitchler

Drew Stelling

Lorna and Christy were sorority sisters and roommates at UGA. 

Lorna Parkinson

Nick Thompson

Lisa and Christy became friends in the fourth grade. 

Lisa Robinson

Jeff and Andrew met when Andrew moved to West Palm Beach. 

Jeff Zito

Christy met Carrie through Andrew and Jeff in Florida. Christy feels lucky to have such a great friend in her new city! 

Carrie Zito

Ansley and Christy became friends in the 6th grade. Ansley is expecting a baby boy on June 1st! Christy is excited to meet this sweet friend's little boy! 

Ansley Reynolds

Britten Baldree

Benjamin Baldree

Wallace Murdock

Wedding Party

Photos

Q + A

Registry

This hotel is within walking distance to the wedding ceremony and reception. Block code RMW

Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area

Block Code RM0617The wedding ceremony and reception is located at this hotel.

Graduate Athens, formally The Foundry

This hotel is within walking distance to the wedding ceremony and reception. Block Code: 00RMW

Hilton Garden Inn Athens Downtown

Travel

There is a great rooftop deck with great views of the city.

Georgia Theatre

The State Botanical Garden of Georgia

Copper Creek Brewing Company

UGA's Founders Garden 

The most amazing food and dessert you will ever experience.

Last Resort Grill

Creature Comforts Brewery

The University of Georgia is located a few blocks from the wedding site and hotels. It is a beautiful campus! We recommend starting at "The Arch" located on the edge of downtown. GO DAWGS!

Explore University of Georgia's North Campus

The wedding venue has a wonderful spa if you're interested in some pampering!

Christy & Andrew

Christy & Andrew

Travel

Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown - Univ Area

Graduate Athens, formally The Foundry

Hilton Garden Inn Athens Downtown