Estia Restaurant

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Alex had been sharing a beach house in Fire Island with Jessie's friends for a whole 2 years. Jessie decided to join them that 2nd year, but in a different house. By chance, from what they remember, Jessie and Alex bumped in to each other one night during 4th of July weekend 2012 at one of their favorite summer locations, the Matthew's dance floor. After some chit chat and a couple of dance moves, Alex and Jessie went their separate ways. One week later Alex had a new Facebook friend request. Yes folks, Jessie friended Alex after remembering meeting him that weekend. Only a couple of months would pass until the two were again by chance, reunited. Meeting at a happy hour in Manhattan, Alex recognized the stranger who friend requested him. After some more flirting, Alex stole Jessie's phone and texted himself, pure class.The following months brought numerous interactions between the two which included plans to meet up, dance parties attended, and many public displays of affection. They both knew that something was there. It took Alex about 6 (long) months of trying to create something between the two. At a certain point, they both decided being "just friends" would be better for each of them. We all learned later that "just friends" meant let's hang in each other's apartments and fall in love. Jessie invited Alex over one night, Alex returned the favor, and they both knew they would be hanging out together for a long time.Fast forward almost 3 years, 7.2.15, Alex decided it would be romantic and appropriate to seal the deal at the place they met, the magical Fire Island. To kick off 4th of July weekend, Alex asked Jessie to do their favorite thing, and hang at the beach as the sun goes down despite the sun not being out. Jessie didn't suspect a thing even though Alex was guarding his backpack the ring was in all day. There was no better place to do it, and once the question was popped and she said yes, groups of people starting clapping on the beach. With Alex's friend Ryan trailing the couple acting as the beach papparazzi, the couple greeted Ryan, and all of their friends at the house they were staying. They had an amazing weekend including a surprise visit from the Regensburg and Lane families. One they will never forget. Alex and Jessie are overwhelmingly excited to celebrate their love story with all of you!

How we met, how we fell in love, and how he asked

Our Story

Our Wedding

Thank You

We we want to give a heartfelt thank you to our parents for all that they've done to make this day possible. Their support from day one means the world to us.

Other Events

Morning After Brunch

The wedding weekend wouldn't be complete without a post-celebration brunch. All are welcome to join us for breakfast at the Westin at 9:30 - 11:30 AM on Sunday . The perfect way to nurse your hangover and send us off on our honeymoon to Australia!

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Activities

Cheese Steaks

A trip to Philadelphia wouldn't be complete with out a Philly Cheese Steak. Jessie's personal favorite is Jim's Steaks, but there is a battle for the top between Pat's and Geno's. Steve's is a silent competitor, and also in walking distance from the hotel. If you want a real Philadelphia experience, you should try them all, but make sure not to fill up before the wedding!Jim's: 400 South St. Philadelphia, PA 19147 Pat's: 1237 E. Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19147Geno's: 1219 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 Steve's Prince of Steaks: 41 S 16th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 How to order like a Philadelphian you ask?Choose your cheese (whiz, provolone, american etc) and add "with" or "without" for onionsJessie's go - to is provolone wit...yum

ROCKY STEPS

It may be chilly in December in Philadelphia, but don't miss your opportunity to run up the Art Museum steps just like Rocky did.2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Liberty Bell

If you are a history buff, you can visit the iconic symbol of American Independence at 6th St &amp; Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Shopping

Forget your bow-tie? No worries, we have you covered. Just steps from both hotels is a ton of shopping.The Shops at Liberty Place - this mall is literally attached to the Westin! Can't beat it. Chestnut Street from 16th to 19th - tons of local boutiques including Knit Wit, South Moon Under, and Charlie's Jeans and your regular staples Nordstrom Rack, Forever 21, J.Crew, Uniqlo etc.

Reading Terminal Market

If you are a foodie, then this is the spot for you. <a href="http://www.readingterminalmarket.org/about-the-market/history">Reading Terminal Market</a>

PHILADELPHIA

Registry

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have secured a block of rooms with a discounted rate at Hotel Palomar. You can easily make your reservation by clicking the link below. Reservations need to be made by November 1st. Due to the busy holiday season we recommend booking as soon as possible to secure the low group rate. Transportation will be provided for guests from the hotel to the wedding location. Details regarding the shuttle service will be available upon check-in. Feel free to reach out to the Jessie or Alex directly if you are having any trouble with booking hotel rooms.

Hotel Palomar Philadelphia

For those driving to the wedding, there will be free valet parking available. DRIVING TO PHILADELPHIA: Paid parking will be available at the hotelTRAVEL FROM NYC:AMTRAK: 34th Street Penn Station to 30th Street Philadelphia. It will be approx. $5 cab ride to the hotel from the train station. <a href="https://www.amtrak.com/home">https://www.amtrak.com/home</a>NEW JERSEY TRANSIT: You can take the North East Corridor line to Trenton. At Trenton you would transfer to the Septa line towards Philadelphia. You can get off at 30th St Station or Suburban Station stops. Suburban station is walking distance to Hotel Palomar and the Westin.BOLT BUS OR MEGA BUS: from NYC to 30th Street Philadelphia. Take cab to hotel. <a href="http://www.boltbus.com">www.boltbus.com</a> and <a href="http://www.megabus.com">www.megabus.com</a> FLYING TO PHILADELPHIA:Fly into PHL- Philadelphia airport. Taxi into center city.

Philadelphia, PA, United States

The block at the Westin is now full as of 10.10. Please make sure to reserve your room at the Palomar!Transportation will be provided for guests from the hotel to the wedding location. Details regarding the shuttle service will be available upon check-in.

Jessie & Alex

Jessie & Alex

Registry