Green Acres Event Center

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

There are people in life that come and go, for those of us that have come to know Bobby and Kari, we understand the luck we've all felt to call them friends and family. For those of you who have not had the grace to get to know them both as we have, here is their story… Where does this all begin…well I just happened to be there on the very beginning of their journey. Even then, I could see a connection between two people that truly, simply care about the people around them. Whenever their family or friends needed them, they would show up, support you and help you, as you were navigating through some of life's biggest changes.&nbsp;&nbsp; Bobby always showed up for me, and I'll never ever forget that. Truly one of the greats I get to call a best friend and a brother.&nbsp;He's always had his head on right and is always prepared. I vividly remember the day Bobby told me about Kari, their connection, their happiness, and that he was really interested in a future with her. As time progressed, he began to fall in love with her as she is such a genuine, caring, hard working women and a great mom. As their journey continued not only did he fall in love with Kari, he fell in love with Liam and Nathan.&nbsp;&nbsp; As you can imagine, if you knew what a great man Bobby is, you'd understand, wow, Kari must be a pretty great woman too. Well, as their journey unfolded they started to travel all over together, spend time making memories with Liam and Nathan and you could really see the two becoming one. Kari obviously turned out to be the coolest gal I know. So, you can probably figure out by now how that adventure went for Bobby, and his now fiancé, Kari. I am looking forward to celebrating the love these two share on their big day! People go through life hoping to find that love that fulfills them like the love Bobby and Kari have found. Looking forward to meeting you all this October 4th in Eden Prairie, MN and coming together to share in this pure unwavering love story.&nbsp; Love you Bobby and Kari! &nbsp;-Mike Winkler - Groomsman / OG Family Friend

Our Story

Photos

Kelley Wagner

Dustin Panek

Lindsey Baumann

Mike Winkler

Brooke Marolt

Matt Peters

Kristine Rennaker

Jake Marolt

Jenna Harper

Chris Leslie

Nicole Panek

Wedding Party

Hi Everyone, Please use the below link to book your rooms with our wedding discount. Please note, you will need to adjust the dates to 10/4/2025-10/5/2025, then click update for the discount rate to show. https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=MSPENHT&amp;srpCodes=LHTP99 Love,Bobby and Kari

Home2 Suites by Hilton Minneapolis-Eden Prairie

There will be a First Class Transportation Shuttle Bus to take you to and from our wedding for the guests that chose to stay at Home2Suites! Transportation Timing To Venue: -3:15pm and 4:00pm Transportation Timing Back To Hotel: -9:15pm, 10:15pm and 11:30pm

Shuttle Bus To and From Green Acres Event Center

Hotel & Shuttle Info

Things to Do

Registry (OLD)

Q + A

We have combined two lives (and two houses!) into one brand-new dream home -- now we just need to fill it! Instead of the traditional wedding gifts, we are kindly asking for help furnishing our new space. If you were thinking of giving a gift, a little cash to help furnish our new home would be amazing and we would be forever grateful! Every cozy rug, comfy chair and coffee mug will remind us of your love and support! But honestly, just having you at our wedding to celebrate is gift in itself!

Gift Registry

Kari + Bobby

Kari + Bobby

Wedding Party