Atlantic Sands

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party!

Baywood Weddings

Wedding Day

Transportation Pick Up

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Grand Exit and Transportation Pick Up

Tiki Jacs Street Eats and Brews

After Party!

Summer

Our Wedding

Where to begin... Rewind all the way back to 13+ years ago, we met in the fall of my freshman year of high school (Mike’s sophomore year). He would come to my lunch table to ask my friend for help with Spanish homework, when really he was using it as a reason to come sit next to me every day. During the winter, we would hang out at the high school basketball games and talk every day. We then started dating in March of 2012, the end of our freshman and sophomore years. We have remained by each others side through so many major life events. From years of college recruiting and campus tours, SATs, homecomings, proms, high school graduation, college games, internships, college graduation, grad school graduation, first jobs, promotions, and to now raising our puppy together and getting engaged, we have made so many amazing memories together while also growing up alongside each other. On August 9th, 2024, Mike proposed at the place where it all began, Century High School, and it was the sweetest and most intimate proposal surrounded by friends and family. It was the perfect moment to bring us back to reminisce where this crazy ride started and an amazing reminder of just how far we've come together. We have been through so many ups and downs, beginnings and endings, and celebrations and hardships over these past 13 years, and we are so thankful to have such an amazing relationship and strong foundation to start our marriage. I cannot wait to marry my best friend and high school sweetheart, and have a lifetime to continue making more amazing memories together &lt;3 We hope you can be there to witness and celebrate the start of our new journey together!

Maddie and Mike's Love story 

Our Story

Julia is the best friend I never knew I needed, until I met her after college and now I couldn't imagine life without her. We met in 2019 through her husband Tom, who was Mike's college roommate. We got each other through some of the hardest times, like having our last college sports season cancelled due to covid and quarantining together. We also have celebrated some of life's greatest moments together, from her wedding to my grad school graduation, there's no one I'd rather celebrate big moments with. Julia is the friend I can go to for any occasion, big or small, happy or difficult, I can always count on her to be my wing woman. She's also a phenomenal doggie Aunt to Rip! I can't wait to have her my by side on my big day!

Julia Whalen

Nicole is the definition of a life-long best friend! Her and I have been besties since the elementary and middle school rec lacrosse days. She is such a bubbly, kind-hearted, and altrustic person that I am so lucky to call a best friend. We have been by each others sides during every life event you can imagine. Middle school sports, football games, homecoming, prom, high school and college graduation, you name it, and she has been there for it. Not to mention, back in 9th grade, Nicole knew I liked Mike before I even knew it (little did she know he would end up becoming my husband one day). With everything Nicole has stood my by side for, there is no way I can marry the man of my dreams without her next to me again! 

Nicole Entenberg

Kate (aka Monty) is my forever college bestie! Throughout college and our early adulthood, when we're together we are always laughing, goofing off, and making the best memories. She and I played lacrosse together at Towson and were a dynamic duo on and off the field. Even though we have lived states apart for the past few years, we always keep in touch and every time we are together, we pick up right where we left off. Monty is such a selfless person who has such a big heart and cares immensely for those around her. I am so lucky to have her as a friend (big thanks to Towson Lax) and honored to have her next to me on my wedding day!

Kate Montalbano

Liv is another amazing friend that I was so fortunate to meet through Towson Lax. Her and I instantly connected during my last year of college when she was a freshman, and we have been by each others side through so many experiences since then. She is always there as a person I can call on when I need advice, a shoulder to cry on, or even a fun night out filled with dancing and karaoke. Liv and her family have been so accepting and welcoming to both Mike and I over the past few years and we are so thankful. Not to mention she's a beast in the weight room and pushes me to be my best! I am so excited to have her as one of my bridesmaids!

Olivia Lepage

Sabrina (aka Sab) was my PT school roomie and best friend during our time at UMB. We met the first semester of grad school and instantly clicked. We lived together in Baltimore during most of our time in school, and I am forever thankful for her. We have delivered each other through some of the hardest educational and mental challenges, which have bonded us for life, and we some how still managed to have fun and make the best of it. We have so much fun doing life together. Whether it's making fun of each others accents, exploring new cities, dancing for hours at a bar, or going out for food, we always have the best time that's filled with laughter. I am forever grateful to UMB for introducing me to Sab and happy to have her by my side!

Sabrina Ness

Aisha is another one of my best girls that I met in grad school. We quickly became friends at the start of school and became closer and closer as the semesters went on. She is my go to girl for planning fun get-togethers, taking photos, celebrating life events, and traveling new places. She always provides great advice and I know she's always only a phone call away if I need her. Aisha is such a great balance of work hard and have fun and she inspires me to always balance work and life as much as possible. She is a very thoughtful person and always makes sure those around her feel special and celebrated and goes out of her way to do so. I am so thankful for our friendship and having her as a part of my big day!

Aisha Alam

Sarah is another college best friend that I am so thankful to have gained from Towson lax. Sarah was my roommate in college sophomore year-senior year and was the best friend and teammate a girl could ask for.  She also lived with both Mike and I senior year, and it was so amazing to see how they became best friends as well and we have so many funny memories and inside jokes together. Sarah is such kind, level-headed, and genuine person that I know I can go to for anything. Sarah and I have lived many states apart since we graduated in 2019, but every time we are back together it feels like we haven't missed a beat. I am so thankful to have her by my side!

Sarah Willard

Nicole is another amazing woman I was so fortunate to meet through my time in grad school at UMB. We didn't get to see each other much during our first semester due to being online,  but once we started class in person, Nicole and I grew to become close friends very quickly. I was so fortunate to witness Nicole get married to her middle school sweetheart during grad school, and having a long term relationship is something we so meaningfully get to bond over. Nicole is one of the nicest and most upbeat people I have ever met and I always have so much fun when we are together. I am honored to have her as a bridesmaid!

Nicole Sandruck

Rachel is someone I am lucky enough to now call my future sister-in-law! Like my maid of honor, Nicole, Rachel has been there through Mike and I's entire relationship and has seen how we have grown from high school kids that needed rides to our dates, college athletes, entry level working adults, and to now being engaged, living on our own, and raising our puppy together. Rachel has been there to support us through every step of not only our relationship but our individual lives. I know I can always count on her (even if its just to take her brother off my hands for a few hours). Not to mention, she is an amazing Mother and she has given us two handsome Nephews and two beautiful Nieces! I am so excited to have Rachel be apart of my wedding day!

Rachel Ashwell

I am so thankful for these amazing women that have been by my side through so many life events, and I am so honored to have them throughout all of the wedding celebrations and stand next to me on the biggest day of my life!

Tom is one of my best friends I gained in college from Shenandoah football. We roomed together freshman and sophomore year, and man were they wild. From telling people that our dorm room was haunted, wrapping a car in 800 yards of saran wrap, to prank wars with our teammates, we made the most of our college years. We were the team Captains of Shenandoah football our senior year and always remained close even after graduation. He has seen Maddie and I's relationship grow so much over the years. When Julia came into Toms life, I knew we were going to stay close friends, especially after seeing Maddie and Julia become so close, which was something truly special. Tom is one of those friends I can go to for anything and will always have my back. I am so thankful to have him by my side on this special day. 

Tom Whalen III

Tom "Bolly" Bollinger is another best friend I gained from Shenandoah football. Bolly is more than a friend to me, I consider him a brother, especially since almost everyone gets us confused, even our own coaches.  We roomed together for a semester my junior year of college, and we did almost everything together; from lifts, going to Maddie's lacrosse games and getting stuck in a parking garage for 45 min, to sheets runs at 3 in the morning for the most random food because we couldn't sleep, we could make the best of any situation.  Bolly and I don't see each other as much anymore, but I know if I ever need anything he will always be right there. I am thankful I met my brother through SU football and that he will be standing next to me on my big day.  

Tom Bollinger

Caleb is another groomsman from Shenandoah football. He was our All-American Center at SU and we just always clicked, both on offense and socially outside of practice. My last semester at Shenandoah, I actually moved in with Caleb and slept on a mattress on his floor. It was quite a last semester living with Caleb and some other teammates, and I made some of the best memories. Between family dinners and scaring Caleb around every corner of the house, it was one of my favorite years of college. Even though we live in different cities, every time we hangout its like nothing ever changes. Caleb is someone no matter how far away you are, he will always make time for you. I am very fortunate to have him as a friend and proud he is standing next to me on such a big day. 

Caleb Hudson

Billy is another Groomsman of mine and also Maddie's older brother. I am so fortunate to have a brother-in-law I consider a really good friend. I actually played basketball with Billy in high school and knew him before I knew Maddie. Billy has watched me and Maddie grow closer and closer together through all the years. He has seen us through our entire relationship, from little high schoolers dating, to now young adults living in the city; he has always been very supportive. Billy is the type of guy you can always count on. He treats all of his friends like family and would do anything for them, not to mention he is hilarious to hang out with and is your go to guy to talk/watch sports. I am thankful to have grown up with Billy and very thankful he is going to stand next to me and become family. 

Billy Dickman

Nick is actually one of my longest lasting friendships. I started training for football with Nick back when I was in high school and continued to train with him through college. After college, we didn't talk or see each other as frequently, but still kept in touch. Since Maddie started to work as a PT in his gym last year, we started to see each other a lot more. Now, I actually work with Nick in his gym in the evenings, helping current young athletes reach their potential. When Nick and I started training together, I knew this was going to be a long friendship. Nick is dependable and always there for me if I need him. Nick always pushed me to reach my potential not only in football, but as an individual. I am very lucky to have a friend like him and honored he going to stand next to me on such a big day.

Nick Campanaro

Brad is one of my longest friendships. We met way back in the day in Winfield football rec league. Brad and I became close friends very quickly, from summer football camps, QB camps where I was his receiver, to High school football, we were a dynamic duo together. Brad and I went to separate colleges and didn't see each other for a couple years, but when we get together it's like nothings ever changed. Brad is the type of friend that is always in your corner and cheering you on. He always checks in about family to make sure everyone in your family is doing good, and if he needs to help with anything, he would without 
hesitation. He is not only a stand up guy, he is also always a great time to hangout with, especially when he has a Miller Lite in hand. I am extremely lucky to have him stand next to me on such a special day. 

Brad Macfee

Noah is one of my friends that I met when Maddie was at UMB for her doctorate degree in PT, as he was also in her program. Noah and Maddie instantly clicked in school both academically and socially, and Noah quickly became a part of the friend group. Through those three years, Noah and I grew very close. Noah is the type of friend that is down to do anything, he is so easy going, but also loves to have a good time. Whether its going to the gym, Ravens games, Capitals games, country line dancing, last minute trip to the beach, all inclusive trip to Puerto Rico, or going to a concert on a random Tuesday night, Noah is the go-to guy for any occasion. I am very lucky to have Noah as a friend, someone who it doesn't matter where you are, he will make the effort to always be there. I am honored to have him next to me on my special day. 

Noah Shrago

Jaiden is my oldest nephew, and I consider myself so lucky to be his uncle. We have created a bond that is different than one I have with anyone else, he teaches me as much as I teach him. Maddie and I started dating when Jaiden was only 1 year old. Maddie was fortunate enough to see him grow up to be an amazing respectable, kind, and loving kid, alongside me. I love seeing the bond those to have created. She helps him in any way she can, from teaching him lacrosse, giving him PT for an injury, and even helping him get recruited into high school, she helps him to be his best. Jaiden is a very special kid that I had the privilege to coach for many years in football, and to see the young athlete and leader he has become is very special. Not to mention, he is a great friend, son, and brother to his 3 younger siblings. I am very lucky to have him stand next to me on such an amazing day. 

Jaiden Neal

Luke is another groomsman, who is also my brother in-law, and I am fortunate to say that. Luke and my sister Rachel have given me 1 amazing Nephew, and 2 other beautiful Nieces. Luke is an amazing Dad that does anything for his children. He works hard to provide them the best life possible and always makes sure they are taken care of. Luke and I have grown closer and closer over the years, always going to sporting events together, going out when the girls say no, and going to ocean city for lacrosse tournaments; I always enjoy hanging out with Luke. I am happy he is apart of this family and it is great to see how amazing of a Dad he is. I am honored to have him stand next to me on this truly special day. 

Luke Bell

The Boys! I am very thankful for this great group of guys that will be next to me on the biggest day of my life and have been by my side through so many different walks of life.

Rachel and Luke's Youngest Son (our Nephew)

Adrian

We couldn't get married without our best boy there! 

Ripken 

Rachel and Luke's Oldest Daughter (our Niece)

Kennadi

Rachel and Luke's Youngest Daughter (our Niece)

Grace

Joan & Bill

Judy & Mike

The best parents we could have ever asked for! We cannot begin to express our gratitude for everything they have done for us. We love you!

Craig Calton

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Recommended Hotels

No matter where you decide to stay, please book ASAP as the rooms will get booked up and will go up in price with the demand of 4th of July weekend down at the beach. We hope that you can stay in our recommended hotel(s) so we can keep our guests together, however with it being a holiday weekend, we do understand if you need to use other accommodations, especially since we are unable to get a room blocks at all locations. Please note, we chose an oceanfront boardwalk hotel as our recommended hotel as it is very comparable in price to hotels more inland, and we want our friends&amp;family to be able to enjoy the beach for our 4th of July beach weekend wedding! Traffic will be very heavy in the downtown areas and closer to the beach; staying down towards the beach will require less driving as most attractions are walkable. Please save ample time for transportation this weekend! There are multiple hotels and lodging options in the Dewey and Rehoboth areas, in addition to extensive lodging options down in Bethany beach and Ocean city as well. AirBnB and VRBO provide many more accommodations as well. For your convenience, we listed other hotel options on the "Additional Hotels" tab, listed by location; some are slightly more budget friendly whereas others are more high-end options. There are still many more options than listed here.

Closer to the beach, fireworks, downtown, afterparty

Price listed above is as of Nov '24 via Expedia website Check in: 4pmCheck out: 11am The Bride &amp; Grooms hotel as well as many family and wedding party members! Transportation will pick up and drop off at this hotel! If you are not staying here, you can meet the bus at this hotel to use our provided transportation. Please note, this is the biggest beach weekend of the year, traffic will be heavy!! Please provide ample time to get to your location! This is the preferred hotel for the wedding weekend! We will have many events (dinner/drinks, welcome party, after party) near this hotel, so guests can come and leave as they please without having to worry about driving and parking as they will be walkable from this hotel. We do not have a room block as they do not provide them on holiday weekends. Please book soon so the price does not increase, they only require one nights rate deposit to book! This hotel is located on the boardwalk and is ocean front. This hotel also has an indoor and outdoor tiki bar/restaurant, pool, fitness center, breakfast shop, complimentary beach chairs/umbrellas, and parking for 1 vehicle. It is located in the downtown Rehoboth area and is walkable to many great places! The fireworks are visible from this hotel; you can watch from the tiki bar, pool, boardwalk, or beach as they are set off about 4 streets down at 9:30pm. We recommend booking through Expedia or Booking.com for best price - see link below to check out the Hotel's website.

Atlantic Sands Hotel & Conference Center

Check in: 4pm-midnightCheck out: 11am Next choice recommended hotel that is slightly more affordable and in a great location. We do not have a room block at this hotel so please book ASAP to get the best price. Located 0.2mi to Atlantic Sands Hotel and located right in downtown Rehoboth so it is walkable to many shops, restaurants, bars, boardwalk, beach, the main hotel for transportation and proximity to other guests, and is in a great location for fireworks. This hotel has an indoor pool, free breakfast, parking, multiple room-type options, and shuttle service. We recommend booking through Expedia or Booking.com for best price - see link below to check out the Hotel's website.

Breakers Hotel & Suites

Closer to the venue

Check in: 3pmCheck out: 11am Pet Friendly! (extra fee) We have a room block at this hotel under code DAW. This block of rooms will be released to the public if not booked by June 4th. This hotel is located more inland and further from the beach, but it is still located on the main highway near other hotels, bars, and restaurants and is closer to the venue. Traffic will be less of an issue driving from this hotel to the venue, but it will be heavier if you plan to drive down to the beach at any point. There are king and double bed options available, free breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, large lobby area, and is only a block from the Tanger outlets! There is a two night minimum for this room block, however it is a much better price than some other hotels in the area even if you want to book for one night at the normal rate. We only had a handful of guests book this block, so transportation will not stop by this hotel. Please use Uber/Lyft from the hotel to the venue as it will be quicker and will avoid beach traffic. Here’s how to make reservations:Online Booking LinkBooking Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=RBHDEHX&amp;groupCode=CHHDAW&amp;arrivaldate=2025-07-04&amp;departuredate=2025-07-06&amp;cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&amp;fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Reservation Booking Link- Hampton Inn Rehoboth Beach DE</a>Please note that Hilton has updated its group websites to show the average group rate, which may include tax.&nbsp;Be sure to click on the room type to view the agreed-upon rate and any applicable taxes.&nbsp;ORDirect Reservations by PhoneCall the hotel at 302-645-8003, and provide your arrival and departure dates along with your group code:&nbsp;DAWTo secure the group rate, please make reservations by&nbsp;June 4, 2025.

Hampton Inn Rehoboth Beach

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The Knot Website has provided us with discounts on rooms if you book through this link, since they were unable to get us a room block at our top choice hotels:<a href="https://hotelblocks.theknot.com/204026404/EventPage7984294" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://hotelblocks.theknot.com/EventPage7984294</a>

Additional Rehoboth Hotels 

High-End Options:

Hotel Rehoboth Avenue Inn &amp; Spa Brighton Inn &amp; Suites Bellmoor Inn Coast Rehoboth Beach - Tapestry Collection by Hilton The Henlopen Canal Side Inn

Budget Friendly Options: 

Cooper Cottages Boardwalk Plaza Hotel Crosswinds Rehoboth Beach The Admiral on Baltimore Ocean Glass Inn Cape Suites Beach View Hotel Brinkmeyer's Drift Inn

Downtown Dewey Hotels

High End Options:

Hotel Dewey Hyatt Place Dewey The Surf Club Oceanfront Country Inn &amp; Suites

Budget Friendly Options:

Beach House Dewey Atlantic Oceanside Dewey The Bay Resort Waterfront Hotel

Inland Rehoboth Hotels

Cambria Hotel Rehoboth Beach Residence Inn Rehoboth Beach Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites Rehoboth Beach

Microtel Inn &amp; Suites by Wyndham Rehoboth Beach Comfort Inn Rehoboth Beach Hotel Wave Rehoboth Beach EconoLodge Inn &amp; Suites Rehoboth Beach Avid Hotels Millsboro - an IHG Hotel

Additional Hotels

We wanted to provide a little depiction of the venue location in reference to the beach and hotels to help orient our out of town guests!

Madelyn & Michael

Madelyn & Michael

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