St. Mary's Church

Wedding Day

Wedding

Knights of Columbus

Reception

Our Wedding

In full disclosure, Eric and I&nbsp;had met a few times before this at UNH parties, but it hadn't been the right time for our story to really begin. But I'll take you wayyyy back to the Summer of '14....

It was late August&nbsp;and UNH classes hadn't started yet. My apartment senior year was all about the location--it was downtown and&nbsp;above The Knot,&nbsp;one of the only three bars on UNH&nbsp;campus.&nbsp;&nbsp;It&nbsp;was a peaceful summer evening in Durham and&nbsp;I&nbsp;was walking back to my apartment from a pre-classes meeting on campus.&nbsp;Naturally,&nbsp;I decided that on the way&nbsp;back to my apartment I should&nbsp;stop into the The Knot&nbsp;to see if anyone I&nbsp;knew was hanging out downstairs.&nbsp;

This is where&nbsp;I&nbsp;found Eric and we struck up a conversation, mostly about our&nbsp;mutual friends,&nbsp;and had a good time!&nbsp;We left this conversation with each other's phone numbers and plans to hang out when everyone came back to UNH -- and that's exactly what we did :)&nbsp;We would meet up at Scorps for Kick the Keg and Libby's for Dollar-Drinks,&nbsp;and dance the night away to the Top 40 hits played by DJ Downstairs!&nbsp;

I can't help but add a romantic aside I&nbsp;learned later - Eric had been interested in me from those few times before I mentioned&nbsp;and he was hoping to run into me at The Knot&nbsp;that night! I am so glad he did!&nbsp;

I'd say the rest is a happy blur of dating - one of our first dates was autumn apple picking, Eric said he liked to pick apples but didn't like to go alone...SO&nbsp;CUTE! Eventually I graduated and got a job in Boston like Eric, so we moved to the big city together&nbsp;in the fall of 2015&nbsp;for our next Chapter...

Yep, we met at a bar!

We moved to Boston in fall 2015 and had even more fun exploring the new city together. Adventures down cobblestone alleys and walking along the Freedom Trail, we discovered more about each other as we anchored deeper into Boston.&nbsp;

On the first weekend in June&nbsp;2017, we found ourselves northward bound on I-95&nbsp;for a fun Saturday night out in Portsmouth with a bunch of friends. If you remember,&nbsp;2017 had been a long winter into a cool&nbsp;spring, and&nbsp;this was set to be&nbsp;the "first good weekend of summer" --&nbsp;I was tickled pink to return to Portsmouth to&nbsp;see everyone!

We had a blast seeing friends and family&nbsp;throughout the night - from dinner&nbsp;at The Gaslight to&nbsp;beers at Harpoon Willeys, and then&nbsp;rum buckets&nbsp;at Lazy Jacks! At some point&nbsp;someone told me, "Kayla, there are guys with telescopes in Market Square;&nbsp;its a really clear night so&nbsp;you can see Saturn!" and naturally I&nbsp;said, "LETS GO!!"&nbsp;

So the group of us proceeded to the center of downtown Portsmouth to see the celestial treats. I waited in line to see Saturn and noticed Eric talking to the street musicians.&nbsp;After looking at the distant stars, I&nbsp;rejoined Eric, putting my hands in his, looking up at him&nbsp;smiling, and asking what he wanted to do next. The music had changed a little and there was romantic Celtic&nbsp;music playing now;&nbsp;Eric didn't say too much&nbsp;more before dropping to one knee!!

And that was it! I&nbsp;was shocked and THRILLED! On&nbsp;the first good weekend of summer, in front of dear family and friends, my best friend had proposed to me &lt;3 and I couldn't ask for anything more.&nbsp;

Stars Align - The Proposal

Ceremony Program & Music

Ceremony Schedule

The wedding ceremony will incorporate a full Catholic Mass, approximately 1-1.5 hours long. The ceremony begins at 4:00 PM.&nbsp;Check back closer to the date for a detailed ceremony program.&nbsp;

Music Selection

Lyrics for the Hymm of Praise

This song&nbsp;happens after the exchange of rings; everyone shall sing along!

Joyful, joyful, we adore Thee, God of glory, Lord of love; Hearts unfold like flow'rs before Thee, Op'ning to the sun above. Melt the clouds of sin and sadness; Drive the dark of doubt away; Giver of immortal gladness, Fill us with the light of day!

All Thy works with joy surround Thee, Earth and heav'n reflect Thy rays, Stars and angels sing around Thee, Center of unbroken praise. Field and forest, vale and mountain, Flow'ry meadow, flashing sea, Singing bird and flowing fountain Call us to rejoice in Thee.

Our Story

Attire

Summer Semi-formal

Please dress somewhere&nbsp;between formal and casual -- anything you'd wear to a nice restaurant on a summer night&nbsp;is appropriate. Opt for light colors and fabrics for our&nbsp;summer afternoon&nbsp;wedding.&nbsp;He should wear:&nbsp;A&nbsp;suit and tie or khakis with a crisp button-up; no jacket required.&nbsp;&nbsp;She should wear:&nbsp;A cocktail dress or a dressy skirt and top. Warm colors appreciated - corals, tangerines, and honey.&nbsp;

Food & Drink

Cash Bar Prices & Info

Top Shelf: $8.00&nbsp;

Two-Liquor Drinks: $700



Mixed Drinks: $6.00





Imported Beers: $6.00





Domestic Beers: $5.00Water: $1.00&nbsp;Coffee & Tea:&nbsp;Free all night.&nbsp;





The Knights of Columbus prohibits bringing&nbsp;ANY&nbsp;beverages (non-alcoholic or not) on premises during events. Please leave your nips at home!



There is an ATM inside the Knights of Columbus.&nbsp;

Appetizers & Dinner

After the ceremony is finished, guests are encouraged to walk or&nbsp;take the "shuttle"&nbsp;bus back to the KoC where traditional appetizers (cheese, crackers) will be available upon arrival.&nbsp;

**Updated 6/15**&nbsp;Dinner will be an Italian&nbsp;buffet and is set to start around 7:00&nbsp;PM and continue until everyone is full.&nbsp;

Contact

If you have any questions...

...to all our guests, please if you have any questions about the wedding in the days leading up, please feel free to call us! We want this to be a smooth and special day for all!&nbsp;Call/Text: (774) 248-0312

Details

Photos

Mary Houghton

Nick Wons

Kelsey Santello

Our furthest traveling guest -- coming all the way from Japan!

Jeff Hadley

Al Dewsnap

Chris Schwab

Nicolette Bottesini

Nick Deal

Johnny Erdlen

Taylor Walter

Alexandra Hadley

Jesse O'Conner

Meg Burke

Wedding Party

Q + A

Registry

We have a deal at this location.&nbsp;Reference:&nbsp;Santello & Hadley Wedding Room Block&nbsp;Cut Off Date:&nbsp;Friday, May 31, 2019 at 5 PM

Holiday Inn Boston Bunker Hill Area

***PLEASE&nbsp;CARPOOL&nbsp;AS&nbsp;MUCH&nbsp;AS&nbsp;POSSIBLE***Constitution Center Parking Lot 

Address: 2 Constitution Plaza, Boston, MA 02129 Distance to St. Mary’s: 0.3 walking miles / 6-7 minutes&nbsp; Rates: Comparable to Nautica Garage (see section&nbsp;below)





5th Ave Garage (Navy Yard) Address: 5th Ave, Boston, MA 02129 Distance to St. Mary’s: 0.8 mile walk / 15-18 minutes Daily Rate $18&nbsp;











Medford Street Parking by Barry Field Approx. Address: 190 Chelsea St, Charlestown Distance to St. Mary’s: 0.8 mile walk / 15-18 minutes Rates: Free 2 hour street parking from 8 AM to 6 PM Monday to Friday; free on nights and on weekends.&nbsp; So if you park anytime after 4 PM you’re all set for the night.&nbsp;











US Coast Guard Base If you work for the DOD you can park here for free.&nbsp; Address: 427 Commercial Street, Boston, MA&nbsp; 02109 Distance to St. Mary’s: 1.0 mile walk / 20 minutes&nbsp;





Nautica Parking Garage Address: 88 Constitution Road, Charlestown Distance to St. Mary’s: 0.3 walking miles / 6-7 minutes&nbsp; Rates: See website and chart below.&nbsp;







North Station Garage Address: 140 Causeway St, Boston, MA 02114 Distance to St. Mary’s: 0.7 mile walk / 13-16 minutes Rates: See website and chart below.&nbsp;



Shuttle Bus See additional info and secondary map&nbsp;below.&nbsp;&nbsp;



Public transit options and mobile taxi app suggestions are&nbsp;outlined below.&nbsp;

Summary of Parking Options in Area

School "shuttle" bus will pick-up guests&nbsp;in KoC parking lot&nbsp;at 3:00 PM and again at&nbsp;3:30 PM to bring up to 40 guests at a time to St. Mary's Church.&nbsp; (Note: KoC is&nbsp;not shown on map above.)

Bus will drop guests off adjacent to Bunker Hill Monument Square; it is a &lt;5 minute walk down hill on brick sidewalk from there to the Church. See map for details.&nbsp;





If you DO&nbsp;NOT take&nbsp;the bus, it's a 0.9 mile walk to the Church from the KoC (15-20 minutes); or, depending on traffic, a $8-14 Uber ride.&nbsp;**NEW&nbsp;INFO as of 6/15**The shuttle bus will ALSO take guests back to the KoC after the Wedding Ceremony is done. Pick-up location is the same as drop-off. Approximate shuttle times: 5:45 PM and 6:15 PM.&nbsp;

Shuttle Bus between Church & Knights of Columbus

We have a deal here! Use website to check out hotel; use telephone # to book reservation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Reference:&nbsp;Santello wedding&nbsp;Reservation block # 20031282&nbsp;&nbsp;Cut Off Date:&nbsp;Thursday, May 30th, 2019

La Quinta Inn & Suites Boston Somerville

We have a deal here!&nbsp;Reference:&nbsp;Santello Wedding Room BlockCut Off Date:&nbsp;On or before Thursday, May 23rd

Sheraton Boston Hotel

This is the ceremony venue. There is very limited parking (if any) around the church.&nbsp;Please plan other modes of transportation to the church to arrive prior to 4 PM. We are providing a bus to shuttle people between&nbsp;the church and the&nbsp;reception venue.&nbsp;

We do not have a room block with this hotel, however,&nbsp;&nbsp;guests can use&nbsp;the booking code “W14” which takes&nbsp;10% off the lowest selling rate, and there is no cut-off date.&nbsp; Each reservation includes&nbsp;daily hot breakfast + complimentary WiFi.&nbsp; This hotel is conveniently&nbsp;located closest (0.3 miles)&nbsp;to&nbsp;the Church venue.&nbsp;

Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Harbor on Tudor Wharf

This is the reception venue. ****Limited**** free parking on-premises 2 PM&nbsp;to&nbsp;MIDNIGHT for 30 cars. Additional free parking&nbsp;Additional parking available on the street and at front of 465 Medford with note on dash saying "K of C".&nbsp;Additional parking available&nbsp;nearby Sullivan Square Parking ($9-15&nbsp;all day).&nbsp;

As mentioned above, "shuttle" bus will pick-up guests&nbsp;in KoC parking log at 3:00 PM and 3:30 PM to bring up to 44 guests at a time to St. Mary's Church.&nbsp;







If you miss the bus, it's a 0.9 mile walk to the Church from the KoC (15-20 minutes); or, depending on traffic, a $8-14 Uber ride.&nbsp;

Water Taxi:&nbsp;0.2&nbsp;miles walk to St. Mary's Church (5-10&nbsp;minutes)&nbsp;

Take water taxi to Stop #43, Tudor Wharf;&nbsp;visit Boston Harbor Cruises website linked above for more info.&nbsp;

North Station:&nbsp;0.8 miles walk to St. Mary's Church (15-20 minutes)&nbsp;

Orange Line, Green Line, Amtrak, Commuter Rail

Bunker Hill&nbsp;Community College T-Stop:&nbsp;0.5 miles walk to St. Mary's Church (10-15&nbsp; minutes)&nbsp; 



Orange Line

Public Transit to St. Mary's Church

Distance to St. Mary’s: 0.3 walking miles / 6-7 minutes 

Daily Rate: $26

Nautica Parking Garage

Distance to St. Mary’s: 0.7 mile walk / 13-16 minutes

North Station Garage

We would recommend downloading the following parking and taxi apps prior to arrival. All apps require the input of debit/credit card information to use.



During peak demand/rush hour, sometimes it takes 5-10 minutes just for the driver to arrive to pick you up.

Parking Apps



SpotHero – used to help find nearby parking and pre-purchase time/space. Note: Charlestown is VERY limited.



ParkBoston – used to pay metered spots with credit/debit card.

Taxi AppsUberLyft

Kayla & Eric

Kayla & Eric

Wedding Party