The Stevens Estate

Wedding Day

Wedding

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Our Wedding

The Story

Jen and Kendall met in high school and dated for six months before parting ways for college. It was your typical high school romance, chock full of cheesy mixtapes and LiveJournal posts. They joke that they took an eight-year break but really they both just did their own thing -- they remained friends, went to school, lived in different states, and casually stayed in touch thanks to Facebook posts here and there.In Fall 2011, Kendall was living outside Boston and Jen was living in DC, but she was drawn back to Massachusetts to be with her family during her Dad's much-too-short battle with pancreatic cancer. During the first week back in Massachusetts Jen called Kendall to hang out (just as friends), but after a hike at Callahan Park and some mac n'cheese, they were well on their way to dating again!The last five years of their relationship have been a whirlwind of fun road trips, brewery visits, snowshoe treks, ice fishing expeditions, waterfront camping trips, quiet nights on the couch, hikes in the White Mountains and the addition of their pup, Omar Little. In between all of the excitement, they picked up quite a few important lessons about life and love with family and friends.Kendall popped the question during a surprise weekend he planned in Portland, ME. He took Jen on a ferry to Peaks Island where they rented bikes to take around the island. Halfway through their ride, they took a break on a jetty overlooking Wharf Cove. Kendall offered Jen a snack from his bag, but she wasn't in the mood for one. When he pulled a ring from his bag, however, she changed her answer and gave an enthusiastic "yes," complete with a big smile and more than a few tears. The rest of their weekend was spent celebrating with tasty Maine beer and excited phone calls to family.Over the last year they've been busy planning a wedding celebration to bring their family and close friends together on Saturday, October 1, 2016 to witness their love through marriage. &lt;3

Jen & Kendall

Our Story

FAQs

Answers to Your Questions

When is the RSVP deadline?
September 1st, 2016What time should I arrive?
The ceremony begins outside on the lawn at 5:00PM. Please arrive so we can begin the ceremony promptly.Is there transportation being provided between reception and hotel block? Yes, in the form of a big yellow school bus! The bus will arrive at The Courtyard Andover at 4:00PM for a 4:15PM departure to The Stevens Estate. The return bus will leave the venue after the last song at 10:00PM. Just follow the bride and groom!I am coming from out of town and/or I want to take the shuttle. Where should I stay? A block of rooms has been reserved at the Courtyard Marriott at a rate of $119 per night. Please reference the *Hudon/Hatch* wedding when reserving your room. You can reserve by calling (978)794-0700 or visiting their website <a href="http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=Hudon%20Hatch%20Wedding%5Emhtch%60whhwhha%60119.00%60USD%60false%603%609/30/16%6010/2/16%609/9/16&amp;app=resvlink&amp;stop_mobi=yes" target="_blank">here</a>. Please book by September 9, 2016 to secure this rate. If you need more information, please feel free to call us or email us.If I plan to drive, where should I park?Behind The Stevens Estate there is a large parking lot with ample spaces available for all guests.Parking is free. Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible? YesWhat should I wear?
Wear what makes you comfortable, but if you need guidance, the dress is formal cocktail.What should/could I do between the ceremony and the reception?
There will be a cocktail hour inside <a href="http://www.stevensestate.com/">The Stevens Estate</a> in the Music Room and Front Function Room. You are also welcome to explore the historic Estate and Grounds.Will food be served?
Yes. There will be passed hors d'ouvres and a stationary cheese display during the cocktail hour and a New England inspired buffet dinner during the reception. Will alcohol be served?
Yes. There will be an open bar of carefully selected local craft beer and wine. All cocktail beverages will be cash bar.What if I have a dietary restriction?
Please let us know by contacting jen.hudon@gmail.com.Will there be dancing?
Yes, there will be lots of dancing so bring your dancing shoes!Where is the after party?
The hotel lobby! Actually, we technically can't call it an after party, but there will be a post-wedding "gathering" at <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/mhtch-courtyard-boston-andover/">The Bistro Bar</a> at the Marriott
 Courtyard in Andover, MA.What is the wedding hashtag?
 
#gettinghatchedWill last names be changing after the wedding?
Yes. Jen has her new gmail account reserved and ready.

Details

Jess is Jen's sister and best friend since 1987.

Jess Hudon

Dave is Kendall's best friend since the age of 4. They met at a Girl Scout Troop meeting. It's a long story. 

Dave  Melusky

Wedding Party

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Registry

Q + A

<a href="https://www.google.com/maps?q=723+Osgood+Street+North+Andover,+MA+01845&amp;es_sm=93&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;sa=X&amp;ved=0CAcQ_AUoAWoVChMI1Lny-7_qyAIVAnU-Ch3n2g1R">Directions</a>Traveling NorthFrom Route 495:<ul><li>Take Route 495 North to Exit 43 (North Andover/ Mass. Ave).</li><li>Take right off ramp onto Mass Ave. </li><li>Follow Mass Ave to the 2nd set of lights (the intersection of Mass. Ave. &amp; Route 125)</li><li>Take a left onto Route 125 North. Look for the McDonald's on the left and North Andover High School on the right.</li><li>Turn right at the next set of lights onto Prescott Street.</li><li>The entrance to The Stevens Estate is directly across from Prescott Street. Follow drive up the hill. The parking lot is on the right behind the Stevens Estate.</li></ul>From Route 93:<ul><li>Take Route 93 North to Route 495 North.</li><li>Take Route 495 North to Exit 43 (North Andover/Mass. Ave.)</li><li>Take right off the ramp onto Mass Ave.</li><li>Follow Mass Ave to the 2nd set of lights (the intersection of Mass. Ave. &amp; Route 125)</li><li>Take a left on to Route 125 North. Look for the McDonald's on the left and North Andover High School on the right.</li><li>Turn right at the next set of lights onto Prescott Street.</li><li>The entrance to The Stevens Estate is directly across from Prescott Street. Follow drive up the hill. The parking lot is on the right behind the Stevens Estate.</li></ul> Traveling SouthFrom Route 495:<ul><li>Take the Merrimack St./Mass Ave. exit (exit # 44)- toward Sutton Street.</li><li>Take the ramp on the right toward Merrimack Street.</li><li>Turn left onto Merrimack Street.</li><li>Merrimack Street becomes Sutton Street in North Andover.</li><li>Continue straight on Sutton Street. At the second light, take a right onto Rt. 125 South.</li><li>Take next left onto Osgood Street.</li><li>The entrance to the Stevens Estate is the first left. Follow drive up the hill. The parking lot is on the right behind the Stevens Estate.</li></ul>From Route 93:<ul><li>Take Route 93 South to Route 495 North.</li><li>Take Route 495 North to Exit 43 (North Andover/ Mass. Ave).</li><li>Take right off ramp onto Mass Ave.</li><li>Follow Mass Ave to the 2nd set of lights (the intersection of Mass. Ave. &amp; Route 125).</li><li>Take a left onto Route 125 North. Look for the McDonald's on the left and North Andover High School on the right.</li><li>Turn right at the next set of lights onto Prescott Street.</li><li>The entrance to The Stevens Estate is directly across from Prescott Street. Follow drive up the hill. The parking lot is on the right behind the Stevens Estate.</li></ul>

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Courtyard Marriott at a rate of $119 per night. Please reference the *Hudon/Hatch* wedding when reserving your room. You can reserve by calling (978)794-0700 or visiting their website <a href="http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=Hudon%20Hatch%20Wedding%5Emhtch%60whhwhha%60119.00%60USD%60false%603%609/30/16%6010/2/16%609/9/16&amp;app=resvlink&amp;stop_mobi=yes" target="_blank">here</a>. Please book by September 9, 2016 to secure this rate. If you need more information, please feel free to call us or email us.We will also be offering transportation between the hotel block and venue in the form of a big yellow school bus! The bus will arrive at The Courtyard Andover at 4:00PM for a 4:15PM departure to The Stevens Estate. The return bus will leave the venue after the last song at 10:00PM. Just follow the bride and groom!

Jennifer & Kendall

Jennifer & Kendall

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