Rehearsal Dinner

The Star Barn at Stone Gables Estate

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Derrick and Lauren’s story started when Lauren went away to college in 2019. Rumor has it Derrick had noticed Lauren from afar for some time, or at least from cross court (the tennis court). From the very beginning, Derrick only had eyes for Lauren. The first time Derrick met Lauren was as her tennis partner at practice with the men's team. It was not until the teams traveled together to their first away match that Derrick built up the courage to not only talk to Lauren, but find optimal seating with her on the bus, and manage to get her number for “tennis practice”. Lauren was onto him, and was struck by not only his persistence, but his attentiveness. Lauren recognized these qualities can be hard to find, especially a man who wore his faith in God on his sleeve. Lauren did not want to date first semester at college, so Derrick went into the semi-friendzone. For now, Lauren had found a new friend.

What happens after GAME, SET, MATCH! 

Their first date was ice skating, and before she knew it, Lauren found herself falling over and over (literally). Derrick and Lauren found themselves in a long-distance relationship for over 5 years, traveling between Hamburg/Reading and Mechanicsburg. In September 2024, Lauren and Derrick found themselves in the Outer Banks. Derrick had planned many romantic activities, jet skis, horse-back riding, kite flying on the dunes, and drives all along the coast. On the last day, Derrick maintained a strong cover story, making her think everything was impromptu. In a true romantic fashion, Derrick scheduled a special dinner stop that led to a walk out onto the pier at sunset (on Ocracoke Island), where Derrick finally proposed. To celebrate, we ended up at the Cape Henry Lighthouse to end our trip, I guess his plan worked! Just like that, the rest is history!

One semester later....

OUR STORY

Photos

This is the bride's younger sister. Leah has never been shy on her opinions. She is bringing her bold personality and decisive nature into action to make sure everyone feels confident supporting the bride on the big day! 

Leah Noss

Naomi Zalitschi 

Katy Hedderick 

Heather Perna 

Dylan Boltz

Chris Keyes 

Luke Noss 

Alex Hedderick 

Wedding Party

Q + A

THE BIG QUESTION: Where to Stay? 

At the end of the day, the answer to this question is: where you feel most comfortable! We appreciate all of our guests making the trip to celebrate our special day with us, no matter where you stay!

When you Arrive on Property this is the map! 

Travel

If you are looking for an activity to do with your whole family, there is something for everyone at Hersheypark! Hershey Gardens is beautiful to walk, and you can even pop in just to enjoy the butterfly atrium! (see website) You don't even have to go into the park to enjoy some affordable pitstops like: Chocolate World or Zoo America!

Hersheypark

Hershey Gardens

If you're looking for some friendly competition, then this might be worth checking out! Derrick and Lauren have had some tight games here! They offer mini golf, water bumper boats, outdoor laser tag, batting cages, go karts, and some arcade opportunities!

Adventure Sports In Hershey

Indian Echo Caverns

Tanger Outlets Hershey

Laserdome

For our guests staying closer to Lancaster, you can get a lot of shopping diversity in just one place! This was a common Lauren and Derrick meet-up location! In addition, you can stop by the indoor bowling alley, Round1 for some casual group fun! It is a 2-in-1 experience, bowling alley and arcade.

Park City Center

Things to Do

Registry

Dress Code

Lauren & Derrick