When is the RSVP deadline?
The favour of your reply is requested before May 29th, 2024.
Can I bring a date?
If your invitation envelope says "and guest", you have a plus one! When you mail in your response card, please make sure to let us know if your guest is attending so that we have an accurate headcount.
How do I reserve a room in the room block?
Click the “Travel” tab on our website! After you click the "website" button, you’ll be taken to our room block reservation page where you can reserve a room. You can also call the Hilton reservation number at 800-445-8667 or the hotel directly at 678-240-9222 to book a room. Just be sure to mention that you're with the "Merlino-Oetting Wedding"!
What should I wear?
We love getting dressed up, so the dress code for our wedding reception is black-tie optional! For ladies, floor length dresses, evening gowns, or formal jumpsuits are appropriate! When making your shoe choices, be aware that the cocktail hour will be on a grass lawn. Gentleman can wear a suit and tie, and if you feel so inclined, break out the tuxedo! Keep in mind Georgia in June will be warm, and remember don’t wear white!😉 We can’t wait to see everyone dressed up and ready for our evening of celebration!
Will transportation be provided?
Yes! We will have transportation to shuttle our guests from the Hilton Alpharetta Atlanta to the ceremony, reception venue, and then back to the Hilton at the end of the night. If you prefer to drive yourself, both the Church and reception venue have parking available (although parking at the reception venue is very limited)! Before you mail in your response card, please reserve your seats on the back of the card so we can plan accordingly.
I am not Catholic, what should I expect during the wedding ceremony?
Our wedding will not include a full Catholic Mass, so there will be no Holy Communion offered. There will be two readings (one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament), the Gospel reading, the homily (sermon), and the Rite of Marriage. The duration of our ceremony will be about 45 minutes.
Can I take pictures with my phone during the ceremony?
Please refrain from taking pictures or videos during our ceremony. Our photographer and videographer have us covered!
Will any part of the wedding day be outside?
The cocktail hour is the only event that will be outside. Our venue is seated in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains, so we want our guests to have a chance to take in the scenic views. But don't worry—there will be a tent to shade everyone from the sun.
What time will the reception end?
The bride and groom send-off will take place around 10:00pm. For guests that have chosen to take our transportation, the shuttles will be leaving the reception venue at 10:30pm to head back to the Hilton Alpharetta Atlanta.
What if I have a dietary restriction?
There will be a plated dinner at our wedding reception. Be sure to fill out the back of your response card with any dietary restrictions. As an added precaution, please inform our catering staff of food allergies the day of, so they can accommodate you accordingly.
Who should I contact if I have any additional questions?
Please feel free to contact us if you have any other questions or concerns!
The Bride ~ 908-210-7191
& The Groom ~ 706-564-2416