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Haley and Erik met on April 15, 2023... well, actually, they met a few days before that on Hinge and began talking.&nbsp; Erik asked Haley to go to an Italian restaurant he thought looked classy enough to impress her. The two met and talked until the restaurant slowly closed around them.&nbsp; At the end of the night, Erik discovered that Haley’s favorite dessert was Crème Brûlée. The Italian restaurant didn’t have it, but he offered to take Haley to try his favorite Crème Brulee on a second date.&nbsp; Haley was suspicious when she found out it was at an Irish Pub just a few minutes from his house, but she was intrigued by both Erik’s personality and wondered what an Irish Crème brûlée would even taste like. She quickly agreed to a second date. It was another great date with lots of talking and laughing.&nbsp; The pair didn’t want the night to end, so Haley helped Erik walk his parents' dog, whom he was pet-sitting. It was at this point that she noticed he did not have central AC in his house. She told him she wasn’t sure she wanted to date someone without central AC in the Virginia Summers (she was being a brat, but it does get hot!) Erik assured her that his through-the-wall units were just as good, if not better than AC! “You can set each room to whatever temperature you want!”&nbsp; Somehow, he convinced her to stick around. Of course, Haley was right to be concerned. Erik’s living room AC unit broke later that summer, and he didn’t get it fixed for months. But by this point, Haley was head over heels and had decided that Erik was worth the limited AC. Haley and Erik went on several more dates before she asked him if they could be exclusive, but not official. And try as she might, she could not explain to Erik how being “exclusive, but not official” was different from being his girlfriend.&nbsp; Erik accepted that this was just part of Haley’s personality and said, “Sure.” A few weeks later, Haley told Erik that she was ready for the official title of girlfriend. Erik, however, had already been calling her as such anyway because he thought the whole distinction was splitting hairs.&nbsp; Erik’s and Haley’s patience and understanding of each other’s quirks are one of the many reasons they fell in love.

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Anna and Haley have a friendship that is officially old enough to legally drink. They met in 7th grade when Haley moved to Livonia. Anna took one look at Haley and decided they were going to be friends no matter what. - This seems to be a common occurrence in Haley's friendships-  Anna made the move to Livonia less lonely and scary.  They had many sleepovers in high school where they would giggle till the early morning hours over "Bunicula" or beg Haley's mom to let them go to Taco Bell.  Luckily got the pair Haley's mom never got annoyed with the pair.  Over the years, the two have developed a deep and protective bond.  They got matching tattoos and have gone on many vacations together.  Anna is not just a friend of Haley's but has become ingrained in the Horan family. 


Anna Prouty

Marissa and Haley met in 2009 during their freshman year at SUNY Oswego.   Marissa and Haley became instant friends when Haley showed up at Marissa's dorm, crying, looking to get away from her roommate.  Haley was initially looking for another friend, but Marissa was the one at home. She took Haley in and dried her tears. Since then, the pair have become inseparable. They eventually moved off campus together, where they nailed a current to a wall because they were great problem solvers.  Even though Marissa currently lives on the other side of the country pursuing her dreams, the two share a close bond, proving that distance does make the heart grow fonder. 

Marissa Wimer

Haley and Mary met through friends in 2022, they found they had so much in common and became good friends themselves.  Within just a few hours of meeting each other, Mary had invited Haley to her wedding that was just weeks away. Haley initially thought Mary was just being nice and joking around. They hung out again a few weeks later, where Mary fiercely declared that 1- She was not joking, Haley was invited to the wedding, and 2- She was sure she and Haley would be lifelong friends. 

Mary Parfetti

Haley met Robin through Mary, and like nearly every other friendship, the bond was instant for both ladies. Robin and Haley both have a deep love for fashion colors in their hair, and have spent many hours dying hair together.  Robin was also the first person to give Haley her now trademark undercut.  

Robin Seymour

Out of all the bridesmaids, Haley has known Bettina the longest.  Bettina's mom babysat Haley and her siblings while she was pregnant with Bettina.  After she was born,the roles switched, and Haley's mom babysat Bettina. Haley loved to help her take care of  Bettina. Haley and Bettina maintained contact over the years, seeing each other at holidays mainly. Then, a few years ago, Haley saw that Bettina was at a concert for one of her favorite bands (A Day to Remember) - Shocked that she was old enough to know who they were and be at a concert for them, Haley reached out, and found out that despite the age difference, the two had a lot in common. 




Bettina Bauer

Erik met Andres while volunteering with the Citizens’ Climate Lobby, but their friendship really took off when Erik helped with Andres’s first political campaign. The two quickly bonded over long days of door-to-door canvassing (the open mic of politics), DC United and Caps games, and late-night hangs around the fire pit. One of their biggest adventures together was exploring Glasgow while being in Scotland for COP 26. Erik knew he wanted Andres standing with him because he’s the kind of friend who always shows up and never lets you down.

Andres Jimenez

Andrew is Erik’s younger brother and favorite sibling. Growing up together meant sharing everything from childhood Christmases at grandma and grandpa's to long adult conversations about life, family, and whatever else happened to be on their minds. Andrew always manages to come up with something clever to say. He also blew up most of your brackets by getting married before Erik did. Having his brother standing next to him on this day means a lot, and Erik wouldn’t have it any other way.

Andrew Fessler

Erik met Jason while working together on Andres’s political campaigns, and the two kept hanging out long after the yard signs came down. Whether it’s sitting around the fire pit, talking about life over good bourbon, or getting recommendations for the best places in New York City, Jason is always someone Erik can count on for an honest opinion and ride home. You never have to guess what Jason is thinking, which is one of the things Erik appreciates most about him. He’s the kind of guy who always has your back, and Erik wouldn’t want to celebrate this day without him there.

Jason Ascher

Erik met Dylan in college when they were both in Delta Upsilon, and the friendship stuck long after graduation. When they both ended up living in Alexandria, the two spent a lot of time cycling together, usually followed by craft beer and big plans for the next trip. Dylan even gave Erik a bike to get started! One of the most memorable adventures was a bike camping trip up the Potomac where they were accidentally fed themselves to be eaten alive by mosquitoes, which somehow didn’t stop Dylan from wanting to do it again. Dylan has always been the kind of friend who pushes Erik to do cool stuff. Erik was really glad to have him nearby in Virginia for those years, and he’s even more glad to have him standing with him now.

Dylan White

Erik met Sean all the way back in elementary school when they were neighbors, but the two really became close in college. Erik even convinced Sean to join his fraternity, Delta Upsilon, which led to plenty of good stories and more than a few ingenious decisions we can't quite remember. Over the years, they’ve stayed close through visits, and it always feels like no time has passed. Sean has always had a way of balancing out Erik’s pessimism with his optimism, which has probably kept Erik sane more than once. Having Sean standing with him on this day just feels right after all these years.

Sean Davis

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Avon is a small town in Western Upstate New York. There are not many hotels in the town, but there are several within 20 miles of the venue. Rochester is where you will want to look for chain hotels. There are also several small and local hotels in the area. We are not organizing a room block anywhere, as people have various loyalty cards and points. Please find a place that makes you happy! You can try to look at Verbo or Airbnb as well, but be aware that most of the rentals on the lake require a whole week rental. I have found a few off the lake in Geneseeo that might be for a weekend. As Avon is a small town, there is often no Uber or Lyft service available in the area. Please plan accordingly and make sure you have a DD. We have 2 Rochester, NY taxi services listed below. Please call ahead to schedule a ride if you think you will need one!

The Beachcomber is 20 minutes from The Wells Estate. The Beachcomber is right on the water of Conesus Lake. It has a beautiful view of the lake and is next to the Bar and Restaurant owned by the same people.

Beachcomber Inn

The Rodeway is 11 minutes from The Wells Estate. While the Rodeway inn is a national chain it is attached to a local restaurant called Leisure’s.

Rodeway Inn Lakeville

This hotel is located in Rochester and is with in 20 minutes of the venue

Comfort Suites Rochester Henrietta University Area

This Holiday Inn is also in Rochester and within 20 minutes of the venue

Holiday Inn & Suites Rochester - Marketplace by IHG

Another Rochester area hotel with in 20 minutes of the venue

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

This hotel is also within 20 minutes of the venue

Homewood Suites by Hilton Rochester/Henrietta

-Since Uber and Lyft are not regularly out in Avon, you may want to try and book a taxi.

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Haley & Erik

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