Wedding Day

Providence Vineyard Event Barn

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Matt and Maria met at Illinois State University in August of 2014. While living on the same floor in Watterson Towers, during Maria's freshman year and Matt's sophomore year, the two became inseparable. Their connection started as a close friendship, and quickly developed into a beautiful relationship. Matt and Maria started dating on December 15, 2014. After college, in 2018, Matt and Maria moved home and lived with their families for a while (luckily, their family homes were only 5 minutes apart!). Matt began work at Millenniumm Information Services and Maria became an elementary school teacher in Palatine's District 15. Through moving home and beginning careers, the couple leaned on each other more than ever. In August of 2020, Matt and Maria moved into an apartment in Deer Park, IL. The two built a home and a life together that they loved. In May of 2021, Matt and Maria added a little more chaos into their lives... and welcomed their fur baby, Marshall! Marshall is named after the floor in Watterson Towers where Matt and Maria met. Marshall finally got his own backyard in September of 2022 when Matt and Maria moved into their first house together. The little family of three moved to Buffalo Grove, IL. to start planting their roots.

Matt & Maria's Story

The Proposal

Matt proposed on June 24, 2022 in Colorado Springs. Matt and Maria enjoyed the most beautiful trip together with plenty of hiking and adventures. When on a hike, Matt pulled out a ring and popped the question! The couple soaked in their intimate engagement and celebrated throughout the weekend in Colorado. The whole trip was so special and one that will never be forgotten.

A Trip Down Memory Lane...

Our Story

Photos

The Girls

Maria & Alissa have been best friends since they were 5 years old.

Alissa

Maria & Erica have been best friends since high school. 

Erica

Maria & Shelly have been best friends since high school.

Shelly

Maria & Taylor have been best friends (and next door neighbors) since they were 5 years old.

Taylor

Ashley

Brittany

Brianna

The Guys

Matt & Ched have been best friends since college.

Ched

Matt & Brian have been best friends since college.

Brian

Matt & Bailey have been best friends since college.

Bailey

Matt & Riley have been best friends since college.

Riley

Matt & Ryan have been best friends since college.

Ryan

Carter

Vincent

Wedding Party

Q + A

We have a block of rooms available at Bella Vista Suites in Lake Geneva. There will be a shuttle provided that will transport guests to and from the venue. Guests must call the front desk to be a part of the block and receive the block discounts. Mention the "Pietrzak Wedding Block" when you call.

Bella Vista Suites

There are other beautiful hotels in Lake Geneva, but unfortunately, they require a 2 night minimum stay. Bella Vista Suites is the only hotel we found that does not enforce a 2 night minimum. If you'd like to stay through the weekend, feel free to check out these alternate accommodations.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa

There will be transportation to and from the Grand Geneva, as well.

The Cove of Lake Geneva

The Geneva Inn

The Abbey Resort

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake Geneva

We know hotels in Lake Geneva in the summertime are expensive and sell out quickly, so airbnb.com could be another helpful option.

Maria & Matthew

Maria & Matthew

M&M

Wedding Day

4:30 PM–5:00 PM

Ceremony

5:00 PM–11:00 PM

Reception