Coast

Wedding Reception

St. Marcus Lutheran Church

Wedding Ceremony

Spring

*Important Message from the Bride and Groom* Inclement Weather: Please check this website frequently to see if there are any changes to the outdoor ceremony due to inclement weather. This will be posted in the morning on Thursday, April 28th. If it rains, the ceremony will take place a couple miles down the street at St. Marcus Lutheran - 2215 N Palmer St, Milwaukee. Parking Reimbursement: Please save your receipt and grab a QR code slip at the Coast entrance. When it is time to pay, first use the receipt and then chase with the QR code slip. COVID Statement: Additionally, with the recent spike in COVID cases, it is strongly recommended that everyone complete a COVID antigen self-test and please refrain from attending if you have had a fever within the last 5 days. We have many older adults, infants, and toddlers joining. Thank you so much for understanding and we cannot wait to celebrate with you all!

Our Wedding

In January of 2020 (pre-COVID), the destinies of two Packers fans crossed in Lincoln Park, Chicago during the Packers playoffs game. Although a Nebraska native, Nick had been a lifelong Packers fan ever since he got a Brett Favre jersey at a garage sale when he was in 1st grade. Lauren, originally from the Greater Milwaukee Area, WI, was born a Packers fan. Nick and Lauren met at Ranalli's bar and bonded over the Packers as well as their similar careers of physical and occupational therapy. As Lauren left the bar, Nick humbly asked for Lauren's number by saying, "Honestly though, I would really like to take you on a date sometime." Even though they met 45 minutes from their apartments in Chicago, it was soon discovered that Nick and Lauren only lived 5 blocks from each other. Nick became a dog Dad to Lauren's dog, Frank, they tackled a 14,000 ft mountain together, started brewing beer, crafting cheese boards, and were living the Wisconsin Dream. #GoPackGo

How We Met

Our Story

Book this hotel if you like artistic, modern, and quirky—On Water Street and the Milwaukee River! Only 0.7 mi from the venue. *Book before 4/1/2022 to get the guaranteed room and block rate* Make yourself at home in one of the 219 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and irons/ironing boards. With a stay at Saint Kate The Arts Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Milwaukee, steps from Pabst Theater and 10 minutes by foot from Wisconsin Center. This 4-star hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Fiserv Forum and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Riverside Theater. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Grab a bite at the Bar at Saint Kate, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/café. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Distances from nearest attractions: 0.6 km / 0.4 mi The Shops of Grand Avenue - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Milwaukee Boat Line - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi St. John's Cathedral - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi The nearest airports are:General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 17.5 km / 10.9 mi Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 30.8 km / 19.1 mi Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 55.9 km / 34.7 mi

Saint Kate The Arts Hotel

Walking distance from the venue (0.2 mi) and near many attractions such as the Milwaukee Art Museum, Veteran’s Memorial Park, and more. *Book before March 29, 2022 to receive guaranteed room and block rate* Make yourself at home in one of the 220 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with double sofa beds. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. A stay at The Westin Milwaukee places you in the heart of Milwaukee, within a 10-minute walk of Discovery World and Milwaukee Public Market. This 4-star hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Milwaukee Art Museum and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Riverside Theater.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. US Bank Center - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Betty Brinn Children's Museum - 0.4 km / 0.3 mi Lakeshore State Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Discovery World - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi St. John's Cathedral - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Milwaukee Public Market - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Milwaukee Art Museum - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Milwaukee Boat Line - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Milwaukee County War Memorial Center - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Marcus Center for the Performing Arts - 0.7 km / 0.4 mi Cathedral Square - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Riverside Theater - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi ArtAsia Gallery - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Milwaukee Chamber Theatre - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Veteran's Park - 1 km / 0.6 mi The nearest airports are:General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE) - 17.8 km / 11.1 mi Waukesha, WI (UES-Waukesha County) - 31.1 km / 19.3 mi Kenosha, WI (ENW-Kenosha Regional) - 55.6 km / 34.6 mi The preferred airport for The Westin Milwaukee is General Mitchell Intl. Airport (MKE). Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Milwaukee? This hotel has facilities measuring 4838 square feet (449 square meters), including a conference center.Satisfy your appetite with Italian cuisine at Stella Van Buren, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/café. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a fee.

The Westin Milwaukee

The Plaza is 0.7 mi from Coast, the reception venue. 129.00 per night - Classic Queen room155.00 per night - Deluxe King room160.00 per night - Deluxe Double Queen room Please book by March 30th, 2022. Rooms will be released thereafter. Check in is at 3 pm, check out is 11 am.

Lauren & Nicholas

Lauren & Nicholas

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