The Bride and The Bauer

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Three things Ashlee would die on a hill about are: Buc-ees is a cult, if you keep eating avocado your body will learn to love it, and she belongs on Cole's apocalypse team. Cole may adamantly disagree with all of those things but he does know that Ashlee is his OOB and he is hers. What is OOB? OOB is a backwards BOO from the ghost in Reduced Shakespeare Company's backwards retelling of Hamlet. This early shared moment of silliness in their relationship sparked magic as they both thoroughly enjoyed the bit. They say sparked magic because Cole and Ashlee are so opposite of each other that whenever they discover something they both love: candy corn, Mike Birbiglia, hiking the camino; it becomes a treasured part of their relationship. OOB is a loving reminder that all their differences make the shared joys brighter. That opposites attract and give them opportunities to see new perspectives, try new things, and take new risks. Along with some references to RSC in the ceremony you might notice some for Alice in Wonderland. Cole picked that theme because of their adventurous spirit and that one cannot grow without risk and both he and Ashlee are very focused on that.

Our Story

Three things Ashlee would die on a hill about are: Buc-ees is a cult, if you keep eating avocado your body will learn to love it, and she belongs on Cole's apocalypse team. Cole may adamantly disagree with all of those things but he does know that Ashlee is his OOB and he is hers. What is OOB? OOB is a backwards BOO from the ghost in Reduced Shakespeare Company's backwards performance of Hamlet. This early shared moment of silliness in their relationship sparked gold as they both thoroughly enjoyed the bit. They say sparked gold because Cole and Ashlee are so opposite of each other that whenever they discover something they both love: candy corn, Mike Birbiglia, hiking the camino; it becomes a treasured part of their relationship. OOB is a loving reminder that all their differences make every shared joy brighter. That they are the epitome of opposites attract and they inspire each other to see new perspectives, try new things, and take new risks. Along with some references to RSC in the ceremony you might notice some for Alice in Wonderland. Cole picked this theme because of their adventurous spirit, their risk-taking growth, their value of each other’s unique qualities and strengths, and commitment to being together wherever life and the work takes them.&nbsp; Lastly, there has been a relationship long "Ashlee Delusion" or "Cole Bologna" on who is better at mini-golf. With your help the better player will be revealed at the reception. They can't wait to celebrate their forever with everyone!

Cole & Ashlee are endgame

Theme

Photos

Stan 

Matt

Monica

Victor

Mammoth

Austin

Lindsey

Alex

Aaron

Kaden

McKenna

Julianna

Ragan

Wedding Party

Where the bride and groom are staying, and home base for the weekend. This hotel is 1 mile from the venue. Use the website link for their hotel block and group rate. Cole &amp; Ashlee will be hanging out at the hotel's bar and lounge May 9th from 730-930p for any guests that want to meet up the night before.

AC Hotel Kansas City Downtown

If you prefer to leave your car at the hotel in lieu of open lot or street parking you may consider jumping on the KC street car at Library Stop and hopping off at Crossroads Stop then walking (.2 miles) 5 minutes to the venue.

Free Street Car

The KC airport is a 25 min drive from the AC Hotel. All the weekend events are walkable or a short Uber, so a rental car isn't necessary unless you prefer one to explore more of Kansas City.

Kansas City International Airport

Accommodation & Travel

&nbsp;The Rabbit hOle is the first museum of its kind in the United States. Spanning three floors, the Rabbit hOle brings countless works of children’s literature to life. Visitors become explorers in an immersive, multi-sensory, narrative landscape filled with discoverable environments.

The Rabbit Hole

Recommendation by our local KC resident, Ashlee's brother Alex

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

Recommendation by our local KC residents, Ashlee's brother Alex and cousin Devin

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Modern food hall on 3 levels offering a variety of casual &amp; creative dining options, plus 2 bars.

Parlor

Take the streetcar down and check out the farmer's market on Saturday mornings. Tons of little restaurants from all over the world, gourmet grocery stores, and the Arabia Steamboat Museum.

Rivermarket

KC's beautiful outdoor shopping district. Modeled after our sister city Seville, Spain!

Country Club Plaza

Ashlee hasn't been there since college, but still is a popular choice especially if you're a sports fan or love locally made clothing.

Kansas City Power & Light District

Always Bustlin' Alex says to get the Cheese Danish and Market Latte. Lindsey (his wife and one of Ashlee's bridesmaids) also likes the Very Berry Sunflower Toast.

McLain's Bakery

Travis Kelce's mom says you will love the cinnamon rolls here.

Hemma Hemma

Ashlee always pairs one sweet and one savory.

Seven Swans Creperie KC

Joe's KC BBQ

Q39 - Midtown

Billie's Grocery

Former speakeasy space, live music. Mostly jazz but changes daily.

The Phoenix

Nestled within Hotel Kansas City, Nighthawk is a vibrant live performance venue with playful cocktails, tasty snacks, a stunning red curtain stage for a variety of music, drag, comedy and experiences

Nighthawk

Roughly 20 minutes from the Bauer, Devin says Top Golf is always a good time.

Topgolf Overland Park

Same night as the wedding. Kids under 8 are free. Tickets for sale online.