Bridal Shower

The Point kitchen + cocktails + sunset

Cocktails with the Couple

Wedding Day

St Mark's Episcopal Church

Ceremony

Plantation Golf and Country Club

Reception

Spring

Our Wedding

Of all the places we could've met, we met on a dating app in September 2024. We decided to go to OfKors Bakery in downtown Sarasota for our first date--in between hurricane Helene and hurricane Milton! After hurricane Milton we had our second date and very quickly started spending every day together. It didn't take long for us to decide to move in together and realize we'd found our other half.

Our Story

Photos

Mia is Mary's younger cousin, but she's really like a little sister--God just knew their mothers couldn't handle having both of them at the same time! Mia is an aspiring Doctor and will graduate from her Undergrad program just a few weeks before the wedding!

Mia Bright

Summer is Braxton's sister and welcomed Mary into the Hannah family with open arms. She's currently exploring the country with her kitty Casper and puppy dog Fay. 

Summer Hannah

Mary has been dating the Bride's brother, Thomas, for a few years now, and in that time she's truly become family. She's always fit right in, and it's always a special treat when she visits everyone in Florida!

Mary Strohecker

Katie and Mary have been friends since elementary school, so they've seen each other through every phase of life so far. Mary is blessed to have her be part of this next chapter of her life!

Katie Bennett

Abigail and Mary have been friends since the first day of kindergarten, and there's not much they don't know about each other. It would be hard to imagine Mary getting married without Abigail by her side!

Abigail Hughes

Grayson and the Groom have been friends for over 5 years since Braxton joined First Watch. Since becoming friends, the two have been on countless adventures in the Tampa Bay area, so Braxton is thrilled to have Grayson by his side on his wedding day.

Grayson James

Ethan and Braxton met at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) where Ethan became Braxton's big when he joined the Fraternity Sigma Chi. Often referred to by Braxton as "Bigee" they formed a life-long friendship during their years at FAU together. 

Ethan Aparicio

Jack is the Bride's cousin and connected with Braxton immediately. Jack is a true outdoorsman--enjoying hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping regularly--so it was only fitting he got Braxton to go fishing within a week of meeting him. 

Jack Bright

Thomas is the Bride's brother and is currently working towards becoming a Master Carpenter. Since meeting Braxton, Thomas has truly made him feel part of the family.

Thomas Babinchak

Vince is the Groom’s cousin and currently lives out west. Throughout their childhoods, Vince and Braxton were always connected with each other and have countless fond memories together.

Vincent Hannah

Wedding Party

Q + A

In order to get the block rate for the wedding, rooms must be booked by April 20, 2026.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Venice

Travel

As a coffee fiend, Braxton's favorite coffee shops in Venice are:Black &amp; Gold Coffee RoastersSeven Coffee &amp; PastriesBy the Bay BistroCoast to Coast Coffee

Braxton's Coffee Picks

The Upper Crust Cafe &amp; Bakery is a perfect spot for breakfast or lunch. The Upper Crust is also located on Venice Ave, which is known for its gift shops!

Upper Crust Cafe & Bakery

Max's Table

Café Evergreen Restaurant

Pop's is a great restaurant for anyone looking to dine on the water and enjoy some live music.

Mary & Braxton

Mary & Braxton

Places To Eat

Braxton's Coffee Picks

Upper Crust Cafe & Bakery

Max's Table

Café Evergreen Restaurant

Pop's Sunset Grill

Dockside Waterfront Grill

Nokomo's Sunset Hut

Venice Art Caffe