Wedding Day

Ceremony

Boilermaker Hospitality

Reception

Our Wedding

<p>Tina was the hot girl writing papers at Vienna Coffee Shop, and Matt was the nerd who was passed out on a table at the Neon Cactus. The lovely couple met at the coffee shop, fell in love there, got engaged there, and each year together has been better than the last. Whether driving across the country, yelling at Purdue's basketball team from the couch, getting lost in New Orleans' French Quarter, or just going on a short grocery trip, Matt and Tina's relationship has a quality that is special: the ability to love and enjoy each other's company no matter what they're doing.</p>

Our Story

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<p>5/24/21: Masks will be required at all times throughout the ceremony, so please remember to bring yours! We will have disposable masks at the door in case you forget. Masks will also be required throughout the reception unless you are actively eating or drinking.</p>

Covid Updates

All good things begin at Vienna Coffee Shop, including this friendship.    Of course, two region rats couldn't stay apart from one another. Mackenzie had me as her Maid of Honor, so there's no way she wouldn't be my Matron of Honor now that it's my turn!

Mackenzie Smith

The two Matts' friendship began on the playground, in the days of Beyblades and kickball, powering through to 00s, 10s, and into the 20s with a bond only brothers can have.  Despite there being 5 Matts in our second grade class, this one is the designated survivor, the one who gets to embarrass the groom with a champagne toast speech.

Matthew Timmons

15 years of friendship helped Chris to get this coveted spot. Even though he still may be jealous that I won the spelling bee in elementary school by getting the word "mitochondria" right, he has been there for me. From the playground to college bars, we have helped pick each other up when we are down (with countless bottles of wine, no doubt).

Chris DeJesus

With his amazing performance in our high school play, the 39 Steps should've been renamed the 39 Teps. Instead of going through the copyright issues that would bring, he has taken on the role of groomsman in Matt and Kristina's wedding. A sharp, witty guy, Tep will be there, be square, and will no doubt remember his lines.

Tep Junyanid

We have been friends since we were wearing studded belts outside of our t-shirts (and I know we both still have those belts). She introduced me to great music as we shared headphones on the bus to school and helped me adjust to cheerleading in high school. There's no one else I'd rather call to go to Growler's with and cheering me on on my big day.

Olivia Applegate

With his wits, boldness, and instantly recognizable laugh, this farm boy should never be underestimated. As per Ross-Ade stadium's policy, Conner will have to wear shoes during the ceremony, but during the rest of the day, expect to see him getting footloose and making sure everyone is having a fantastic time.

Conner Smith

Just like Matt and Mackenzie, I was blessed by the coffee gods to meet this beautiful woman at Vienna Coffee Shop. What started as me being a regular customer to us becoming coworkers, I have grown so much through knowing Ali. She is part of the reason I have stayed sane working in the food industry knowing I can come complain to her after a tough night and have her understand Neither of us may be good at sappy paragraphs, but she knows how excited I am to have her by my side. 

Ali Williamson

All the way across the Atlantic and through the Caucasus Mountains, let's give a warm welcome to Mehran from Tehran, Iran. Although he will be banned from programming in any computer language during the wedding, Mehran lifts the atmosphere anywhere he goes with his gift of Persian prose.

Mehran Einakchi

An inspiration to us all, Colleen came around and showed me what a strong young woman looked like. One of the most caring individuals I have ever met, she has always been a beautiful person inside and out, and always has a bottle of wine ready to go! Especially when our boyfriends wouldn't leave us so we could listen to Taylor Swift and be sad.

Colleen Denunzio

Before Justin was a dog dad to a pug named Peanut, he was known as the founding father of Grand Prix, the patron saint of Jack Daniels, and Lord Protector of the Neon Cactus. Justin's cool-headed swagger has a tendency to make every celebration a great time.

Justin Arscott

I had always wanted a little sister, and instead I had a baby brother. Now, I get what I have always wanted! To have not only a friend, but a little sister for my life.  As our two families come together, I couldn't imagine not having her by my side to shake things up and have the wittiest comments amongst us all!

Kaitlyn Bliss

Part warrior, survivalist, and card game enthusiast, Joe specializes in strategizing under pressure, making him the perfect groomsman to have by your side on the big day. Everyone knows that wedding planning can be a hectic time, and Joe's presence is sure to make the day run smoothly.

Joe Anderson

These two cuties are going to be the prettiest ladies at the entire wedding. Twirling and dancing the night away in their princess dresses, I cannot wait to have them lead me down the aisle! They will help make the day full of giggles and excitement (and all of the aww's). 

Ava and Audrina Mantel

Vish is a powerful character, and by the power vested in him, he plans to pronounce the lovely couple as husband and wife. Having married the groomsman (Conner) and matron of honor (Mackenzie) as well, Vish does a fantastic job of making the ceremony all it should be.

Kristina & Matthew

Kristina & Matthew

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