The Rickhouse at Long Road Distillers

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

John and Dani met through friends of friends on Torch Lake during the summer of 2020. After a boat ride featuring mostly Pitch Perfect songs, Dani knew they had to stick around for the bonfire. Later that night, John worked up the courage to ask Dani to take a ride with him on the dinghy. That little trip turned into a long conversation as they drifted away from the dock—unable to start the motor.With only a few weeks of summer left, the two crammed in family events, boating adventures, and even one unexpected hospital visit. The timing, however, was less than ideal. John was heading back to school, and so was Danielle—but to colleges 13 hours apart. Not exactly great timing to fall in love. But somehow, they made it work. There were multiple road trips, countless FaceTime dates—including starting a movie at the exact same time just for one of them to fall asleep on the other end—and a whole lot of patience.Despite the distance, Dani and John only grew closer and ended up with a lot of great stories to tell. Fast forward 4 years later John brought Dani back to the spot where they first met, got down on one knee, and believe it or not she said yes!

How it all started 

Our Story

Photos

Brad Gill

Haley Hope

Zach Spencer 

Elizabeth Heinz

Brian Gill

Sarah Scheretie

Ryan foster

Lucia Vieites

Kevin Godwin

Ally Misiak

Brady O'shea

Lexi Kaiser

Patrick Carpenter

Jenney-Ayn Gill

Zac Straton

Claire Sysko

Nick Gwisdalla

Wedding Party

Q + A

Listed below are a few hotels within 10 minutes of our wedding venue. Also feel free to check out Airbnb or Vrbo for additional lodging accommodations in the Grand Rapids area

Featuring a bar, Embassy Suites By Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown is located in Grand Rapids in the Michigan region, a 9-minute walk from DeVos Place and 0.6 miles from Devos Hall. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. The hotel features an indoor pool, fitness center and room service. Selected rooms here will provide you with a kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Popular points of interest near Embassy Suites By Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown include Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids Art Museum and Van Andel Arena. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 12 miles away.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI

Featuring an indoor pool, the Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown is located along the Grand River and across from the Grand Rapids Public Museum. It features an on-site bar and grill. All guest rooms include a 55-inch flat-screen TV with in-room movies and are furnished with a work desk. The rooms also include free WiFi and a coffee maker. Select rooms provide a microwave and refrigerator. Guests at the Holiday Inn Downtown Grand Rapids have free access to the fitness center. A business center and free newspapers are available. The Burger Theory and Lounge serves a variety of American cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. A convenience store is available on site. Van Andel Arena and DeVos Place are within a 10-minute walk from the Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown hotel. Frederik Meijer Gardens is a 15-minute drive away.

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

This hotel features an indoor swimming pool and fitness center in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. Modern amenities in each room include cable TV and an iPod docking station. The spacious accommodations is fitted with chic furnishings. Luxury bathroom amenities are offered in each elegant, marble bathroom. Room service is available upon request at JW Marriott Grand Rapids while drinks and refreshments can be enjoyed at our hotel bar. Our on-site restaurant, Margaux, serves french-inspired cuisine daily for breakfast and dinner. Starbucks is onsite offering a variety of refreshing beverages and snacks Gerald R Ford Airport is a 15-minute drive away. Public parking is provided by Grand Rapids JW Marriott for a fee. Valet available upon request.

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

Located one mile from DeVos Place, Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Grand Rapids Downtown offers 3-star accommodations in Grand Rapids and has a fitness center, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are free shuttle service and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel features an indoor pool, hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Grand Rapids Downtown offers a buffet or continental breakfast. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the accommodation. Devos Hall is 1.2 miles from Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Grand Rapids Downtown, while Grand Rapids Art Museum is 1.2 miles from the property. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is 11 miles away.

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

Located off Exit 88 and Ann Street, the Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront is a boutique Grand Rapids hotel less than 1.9 mi from downtown Grand Rapids near U.S. Route 131. The property is entirely nonsmoking and offers complimentary WiFi to all guests. Guest rooms feature a 42-inch flat-screen TV, microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator. Select rooms rooms include a sofa bed. Some rooms have river views. A business center providing printing and browsing services is available to all guests. guest laundry services are also available at additional cost. The Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront is less than 1.9 mi from downtown Grand Rapids. It is less than 5 minutes' drive of Comstock Riverside Park, De Vos Place, and The Van Andel Arena.

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

Danielle & John

Danielle & John

Q + A

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Can I bring a plus one?

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May children attend the wedding?