Salvage One

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Liz and Andrew met while pursuing their Master's Degrees in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Roosevelt University in Chicago where Liz was one year ahead of Andrew. Liz was immediately attracted to Andrew's intellect and the fact that he swore a lot in class, and Andrew was really into Liz's boots. The two remained casual friends throughout Liz's last year in the program and did not really become close until after Liz had finished the program. On their first date they drank adult dreamsicles (orange soda and whipped cream vodka) while sitting in camping chairs in Andrew's studio apartment. Liz knew then that Andrew was the one for her. Andrew proposed to Liz in June of 2013 over dinner at Cucina Paradiso in Oak Park, Illinois. He kindly waited until after she had finished eating as he had been advised that she would be too excited to eat anything after the proposal. They had talked extensively about getting married before that day but Andrew surprised Liz with a lovely and intimate moment that she was happy to share with the 20 other people in the restaurant.Liz and Andrew currently live in Berwyn with their two rescue cats, Beef and Butch. Liz cooks and makes martinis, Andrew does the dishes and makes the coffee. They are happy.

Love In the Time of Grad School 

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Andrew and Dustin grew up together and have been friends since 6th or 7th grade. After high school Andrew and Dustin attended film school together where their friendship continued to grow. They are best buds. Dustin is a professional filmmaker with his own production company, Ready Freddy Films. He lives in Chicago with his cat, Derek. 

Dustin Puehler 

Kyle and Liz have been best friends since college. Liz actually sent Kyle a Facebook friend request before they had been introduced in person and, perhaps against Kyle's better judgement, she accepted. Since becoming friends they have gone on countless adventures, collaborated on artistic projects, and generally ensured the other's continued survival. Kyle is currently finishing a Master's Degree in Special Education at National Louis University. She lives in Mundelein with her husband, Anthony, and their dog, Hamilton.

Kyle Fiorelli 

Rachael and Liz have known each other since they were in a 4th grade play about the creation of humankind. Their mutual participation in middle school band and show choir helped strengthen their friendship, which has continued to grow since then. Rachael and Liz have driven across the country together, traveled abroad together, and seen each other through life's ups and downs for nearly two decades. Rachael and Liz currently share a two-flat that they affectionately refer to as 'best friend's house.'   Rachael is currently finishing her Master's of Social Work at Erickson Institute in Chicago. She lives in Berwyn with her dog, Franklin Beans Bernard.

Rachael Villasenor

Shawn and Andrew grew up together and have been friends since 4th grade. Shawn used to live down the street from Andrew. Despite having lived in different states for most of their adult lives, Shawn and Andrew have maintained a close friendship. Shawn plays in a band in Grand Rapids, Michigan where he lives with his cat, Cody. 

Shawn Blight

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Hotel Wedding Block

The Carleton Hotel 

We have reserved a block of 27 rooms at the Carleton Hotel (1110 Pleasant Street in Oak Park, Illinois). Rooms are available for both Friday June 9th and Saturday June 10th.You can check out the Carleton<a href="http://www.carletonhotel.com/"> here </a>To reserve a room please follow these directions: -Phone (708) 848-5000 and ask for the Sales and Catering Office and speak with Katie Fox or Dana Schuster. Office hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am-5:00pm central time.-You must mention our group number: 2669 -Rooms will be held until May 12th, 2017 at which point any remaining rooms will be released to the general public. Check in time at the Carleton is 3:00pm and checkout time is 11:00am (late checkout can be arranged by phoning the front desk). Downtown Oak Park has a variety of delicious restaurants, exciting bars, and fun shops. Additionally, there are many historic sites (Hemingway's House, the Frank Lloyd Wright Unity Temple and Walking Tour) if you wish to add some extra fun to your trip. Check out this list of <a href="http://www.carletonhotel.com/areaAtractions-en.html"> local attractions </a>

Getting to Salvage One from the Carleton Hotel

The Carleton Hotel is less than 10 miles away from Salvage One (our ceremony and reception venue) and is easily accessible via public transit. Driving Directions from the Carleton to Salvage One From the Carleton get on I-290 East Once on I-290 take exit 28A for Damen Ave Merge onto W Congress Parkway Use the Left 2 Lanes to turn onto Damen Follow Damen until W Hubbard St Take a Right onto W Hubbard St the destination will be on your left (1840 W Hubbard St.) <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/The+Carleton+of+Oak+Park+Hotel,+Pleasant+Street,+Oak+Park,+IL/Salvage+One,+1840+W+Hubbard+St,+Chicago,+IL+60622/@41.8803241,-87.8094002,12z/am=t/data=!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e34c45bd32221:0xa3688e1314167e6c!2m2!1d-87.802929!2d41.885751!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e2d36c9cae78d:0x442cf45257838803!2m2!1d-87.6735079!2d41.890045!3e0">Here is a link to googlemaps for driving directions</a> Public Transit from the Carleton to Salvage One The CTA Green Line is located just steps from the Carleton and runs every 10minutes (it takes about 30-35 minutes to get to Salvage One from the Carleton via the Green Line) Exit the hotel and walk North until you arrive at the CTA Harlem/Lake Station Take the Green Line toward Cottage Grove Get off at Ashland (11 stops from Harlem/Lake) Salvage One is little more than half of one mile away from the Ashland Green Line. <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/The+Carleton+of+Oak+Park+Hotel,+Pleasant+Street,+Oak+Park,+IL/Salvage+One,+1840+W+Hubbard+St,+Chicago,+IL+60622/@41.8800197,-87.8124,12z/am=t/data=!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e34c45bd32221:0xa3688e1314167e6c!2m2!1d-87.802929!2d41.885751!1m5!1m1!1s0x880e2d36c9cae78d:0x442cf45257838803!2m2!1d-87.6735079!2d41.890045!3e3">Here is a link to googlemaps for public transit</a>

Post Wedding Brunch

Liz and Andrew will be having brunch on Sunday at 11:30am at Poor Phil's (located in the same building as the Carleton and accessed through the lobby.) You are welcome to join us, Poor Phil's is a casual place and brunch entrees average between $10-$15 per plate. Check out the <a href="http://www.poorphils.com/bfast.html">bruch menu here</a>

Elizabeth & Andrew

Elizabeth & Andrew

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