The Monastery Event Center

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

Joe and I met on the very first day of Thomas More, August 16, 2017, to be exact. He turned to ask me where our 3D art class was located. There were two seats left when we walked in, but each at different tables. A few days go by, and Joe leaned over to me from a different table and asked me if he could "share my art textbook with me"... well played. We started as best art buds, to us complaining about the volleyball and baseball teams we were apart of, to best friends, to fiancés. The rest is history.

How we met 

Our Story

Photos

Morgan Read Griffin

Clayton Frank

Michelle Read

James Sorn

Amanda Warman

Connor Warman

Nicolette Goedde

Marcus Griffin

Justine Lampke 

Jacob Read

McKenzie Schlueter

Griffin Smallwood

Brooke Schrand

Noah Beard

Katie Bertke

Decker Schwartz

Jenna Murphy

Dave Armstrong

Rachel Blumberg

Adam Piccirilo

Ava Thaman

Justin Post

Kyle Crowe

Connor Hodge

Wedding Party

Where do you park for the wedding ceremony and reception? There will be well lit, free parking available in Mt. Adams.Upon guest arrival, a Monastery attendant will be stationed at the top of Pavilion Street &amp; St. Paul intersection to direct guests. There will also be personalized signage to help direct guests to the property's private parking.

Q + A

Located just a short distance from Fountain Square, this Cincinnati hotel offers Wi-Fi and rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, seating area, and work desk. The Great American Ball Park is half a mile away. Floor-to-ceiling windows along with plush bedding are featured in each modern room at the Cincinnati Westin. Tea and coffee-making facilities along with an in-room electronic safe are also included. Continental breakfast is served each morning and it features hot coffee or tea along with fresh fruit and pastries. McCormick &amp; Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can use the business center that offers fax and photocopying services. Plenty of shopping and dining are located within walking distance of the Westin Cincinnati. The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is half a mile away.

The Westin Cincinnati

In Cincinnati’s Business District, this hotel is a 10-minute walk from US Bank Arena and the Great American Ballpark. It features a hot continental breakfast and flat-screen TVs. The rooms at the Downtown Cincinnati Residence Inn come with free Wi-Fi and cable TV with HBO. They are furnished with a kitchen complete with stove, oven, and dishwasher. Cookware and dishes are provided. A gym, full-service business center, and an on-site bar are part of the facility at this smoke-free Cincinnati hotel. The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens is 10 minutes from Residence Inn Cincinnati Downtown. Eden Park and the Cincinnati Art Museum are a 30-minute walk from the hotel.

Residence Inn by Marriott Cincinnati Downtown/The Phelps

Located in Cincinnati, a 4-minute walk from Great American Ball Park, AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving American cuisine. The property is 500 yards from the city center and a 4-minute walk from Freedom Center. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cincinnati, like hiking, fishing and cycling. AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks also provides a business center and guests can use the on-site ATM machine at the hotel. Staff at AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks are available to give guidance at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Paul Brown Stadium, Newport Aquarium and Northern Kentucky Convention Center.

AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks

Located in Cincinnati city center, this hotel features an on-site restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. The Great American Ballpark and Paul Brown Stadium are both within 10 minutes’ walk. A flat-screen cable TV, refrigerator, and a coffee maker are included in every guest rooms. The rooms also provide a safety deposit box. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center or relax on the outdoor sun terrace. WiFi is accessible at the Cincinnati Hyatt Regency. The Red Roost Tavern is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The lounge offers a variety of drinks, while The Market has a variety of snacks and grab-and-go options. The Greater Cincinnati Airport is 15 minutes’ drive away.

Hyatt Regency Cincinnati

Well situated in Cincinnati, The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection has air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Featuring room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can enjoy American and Italian dishes at the restaurant or have a drink at the bar. All rooms at the hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. At The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection, all rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy an American breakfast. The reception at The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection can provide tips on the area. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Great American Ball Park, Freedom Center and Paul Brown Stadium.

The Lytle Park Hotel, Autograph Collection

Located across the river from Great American Ballpark, Paul Brown Stadium and the popular entertainment and dining scene at The Banks, this hotel is located in Covington, KY and features an indoor pool and on-site dining. Every room at Cincinnati Marriott at RiverCenter provides a flat-screen TV with plug-in technology and premium cable channels. Select rooms also include a balcony with scenic city views. Guests can take in river views while enjoying American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner at the on-site restaurant, Mash &amp; Oak. The café offers a selection of Starbucks drink, pastries and light fare, while the atrium bar serves an array of artfully crafted cocktails, along with a selection of beer and wine. A modern fitness center and laundry facilities are also offered on-site. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens is 6.8 mi away from the hotel. The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and the Newport Aquarium are both a 5-minute drive away.

Cincinnati Marriott at RiverCenter

Located in Cincinnati, 2.7 miles from Cincinnati Observatory Center, Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati Midtown has accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar. Offering a restaurant, the property also has free bikes, as well as an indoor pool and a fitness center. The property provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests. At the hotel, the rooms have air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati Midtown offers an à la carte or American breakfast. A business center and vending machines with snacks and drinks are available on site at the accommodation. Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is 3 miles from Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati Midtown, while Cincinnati Zoo is 3 miles from the property.

Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati Midtown

These are some hotels recommended by the Monastery, we will not be offering hotel blocks.

Travel

Things to Do

Registry

Madison + Joe

Madison + Joe

M&J

Wedding Day

5:30 PM–6:00 PM

Ceremony

6:00 PM–7:00 PM

Cocktail Hour

7:00 PM–11:00 PM

Reception