The Starling

Wedding Rehersal

Merriment Social

Dinner

CEREMONY & RECEPTION

Our Wedding

High School

Lauren and Brett met each other in Junior High and became good friends. They became even closer freshman year of High School as they had a lot of classes together. During sophomore year, their friend groups connected and hung out a lot, so they were able to spend more time together. When turnabout came around sophomore year, Lauren decided to make the first move and ask Brett to the dance. After that, they officially started dating on March 12, 2010!

College 

After senior year of High School wrapped up, Lauren and Brett started their long distance relationship when they went away to college. While there were long stretches, they made the most of the holidays &amp; weekend visits. After four years of long distance dating, they both were excited to be back home and close to each other again!

Post Graduation

After graduation, Lauren and Brett made up for lost time by traveling with each other and friends! After a few years working full time, they got their first apartment together. It was exciting finally being able to be with each other all the time. Lots of memories were made at our first place!

Our First Home & Dog

After a few years of living with each other, they were ready to take the next step and buy their first home in Arlington Heights. After months of Lauren begging for a dog since they were in a house, they finally got Benny! Benny is an energetic, big personality miniature golden and made them officially a "family".

Engagement

Lauren and Brett took a vacation to Jamaica in April 2022 for some much needed R&amp;R. Brett planned a thoughtful proposal on the cliff at the resort followed by a private dinner for two! It was an unforgettable trip and many memories were made. Lauren and Brett are so excited to now take the next step and officially become "The Walter's" on June 23, 2023!

Our Story

Gianna Rossi

Michael Trachsel

Makayla Digan

Ryan Maro

Tanya Gaylor

James Gaylor

Kaila Thierjung

Tony Thierjung

Michele DiFatta

Brandon Hill

Erika Katzenmayer

Jason Johnson

Eric Nordstrom

Wedding Party

Photos

PLEASE PLAN ON EXTRA TRAFFIC AND PARKING TIME DUE TO SUMMERFEST!

We have not reserved a room block as there are many hotel and airbnb options within a mile of our venue! We recommend choosing whatever you are most comfortable with. Below is a list of the top hotels nearby. We do suggest booking as EARLY as possible due to Summerfest in Milwaukee during this time. We will be staying at the Saint Kate. Unfortunately with rooms being taken from the fest, you may need to look into hotels that are outside of MKE (10-15 minutes away) if none are available.

HOTELS

Located .8 miles away from The Starling

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Located .3 miles away from The Starling

Homewood Suites By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

Located .2 miles away from The Starling

Kimpton Journeyman Hotel

Located .4 miles away from The Starling

Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown

Located .5 miles away from The Starling

Cambria Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Located .6 miles away from The Starling

Residence Inn Milwaukee Downtown by Marriott

Located .7 miles away from The Starling

The Pfister Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Milwaukee Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Downtown

The Westin Milwaukee

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Milwaukee Downtown

Travel

Q + A

Brett and Lauren would love to celebrate the weekend with our guests after the wedding. We plan on possibly going to a brewery Saturday during the day and heading to Summerfest Saturday night. Stay tuned for more details.

Lauren + Brett

Lauren + Brett

Things to Do