Rehearsal & Rehearsal Dinner

St. Joseph Catholic Church

Rehearsal

HomeGrown Brewing Company

Rehearsal Dinner

Rochester Community House Inc

"Welcome Party"

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Addison Oaks - Buhl Estate

Reception

INFORMATION ABOUT LIVE-STREAM

Since we are not all able to physically be together, we can be together virtually. We'd LOVE to see pictures of friends and family viewing our wedding from all over. Send a picture or join "The Guest" to upload pictures for all to see. mandkzix@gmail.comLINK TO LIVE-STREAM: https://mikestaff.com/livestream-your-wedding/katy-and-matthew/LINK to join "The Guest:" http://in.veri.com/to/katymatt2020?t=e

COVID UPDATE

COVID UPDATE for July 2, 2020. Dear Family and Friends, During this ever-changing time in our country, what we can &amp; can’t do has been in constant motion. We’ve recently encountered some additional unexpected hiccups &amp; at this time, the governor in Michigan has made some changes due to an increase in COVID-19 cases. Here is an update on numbers and how we are able accommodate people.&nbsp; The CeremonyWe are capable of having 200 people at the church based on the social distancing guidelines of the Archdiocese of Detroit. Masks are REQUIRED for everyone at the church, throughout the entirety of the ceremony. The church is working very hard &amp; taking every precaution to stay clean. When you enter the church, there are signs indicating safety protocols, social distancing guidelines and sanitizer is provided for all to use. Families will sit every other pew. There are also markers on the floor indicating how to proceed to communion should you choose to participate in the sacrament. We are capable of accommodating everyone who has indicated they are coming to our wedding at the church safely. Everyone is welcome.&nbsp; The ReceptionAs of now in regard to our reception, we are only able to accommodate feeding 100 people for an outdoor reception. The venue has put up a tent allowing for 100 people with social distancing based on the guidelines provided by the State of Michigan. Oakland County &amp; venue are working to help us accommodate the rest of our guests in a different tent. We are striving to make that happen and keep everyone safe. Currently a second tent is not guaranteed and if we cannot accommodate all our guests, we will have an additional celebration at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;If you would like to volunteer your seat(s) at dinner, please let us know ASAP. At this time, we know that with the increased cases nationwide, comfort levels are changing. Matt and I, with the support of our parents, would encourage you to make the best decision for your health and wellness. If you no longer feel safe traveling, please let us know. We know that it is last minute, but we have the ability to change numbers until Monday should you choose to change your mind. While it is our hope to share our reception with everyone, we understand the need to put your health and wellness first.&nbsp; Please know that we are still working hard to accommodate everyone that is coming at our reception. We will communicate again on Monday, July 6th should we need to make further changes.&nbsp; Should you have a change in heart, please email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:MandKZix@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MandKZix@gmail.com</a>

COVID-19 UPDATE as of June 2nd:Family and Friends,Yesterday Matt and I received news that Michigan is opening up more things. We have been in touch with our venue and are hopeful that we can continue with our special day. It is a very fluid situation. We know that several, if not most of you, have to travel and are trying to make decisions swiftly and quickly. At least time, we still remain optimistic. We should have a final decision early to mid-week next week on whether we need to go to plan B. At this time, Matt and I encourage you to make a decision to attend based on what is best for your family. We know that at this time, there is a lot of uncertainty and everyone's comfort level varies. While we want to share our special day with you, EVERYONE'S health and safety is priority number one. We will continue to update you all on this situation. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to text or call Matt or Katy. Katy's cellphone number is 248-752-9120.If you're worried about getting your RSVP card in by the 12th, don't stress. You can RSVP online. We also have wiggle room with giving the venue the final numbers.With love,Matt and Katy

Directions to the Reception from Church: We do not recommend following your GPS. It will take you down dirt roads to get to the venue. While this is the fastest route to the venue, dirt roads in Michigan often are extremely bumpy and dirty. Please follow the directions below. LINK FOR DIRECTIONS: https://goo.gl/maps/MdqeVfuvcsouGiyb6 From St. Joseph's parking lot. Head east towards M-24 S.Turn Right onto M-24 S (0.6 miles)Turn left onto W Flint St. (0.5 Miles)At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto Orion Rd. (0.8 miles)Turn left onto Stoney Creek Rd. (2.2 miles)Turn right onto Lake George Rd/Stoney Creek Rd (0.5 miles)Turn left onto Stoney Creek Rd. (2.1 miles)Turn left onto S Rochester Rd. (2.1 miles)Turn left onto W Romeo Rd. (1.7 miles)Drive to Addison Blvd in Lakeville (0.4 miles)Turn right onto Addisonoaks Rd (367 ft) Follow signs to the Buelh Estate.

We have recently had some problems getting ahold of the Crowne Plaza. First try this number 248-373-4550. If no one answers then call 1-800-227-6963 and when prompted ask for reservations. Make sure you tell them the name of block.

COVID-19 UPDATE as of June 5th: Family and Friends,IT'S HAPPENING!!! Thank you all for your patience. We have heard from our venue and we are a go! Matt and I are getting to have our wedding and our reception. There are still going to be restrictions. Everyone must wear a mask in the church. Masks will be required at the reception unless you are sitting at your table eating. There will be enough seating so that we can all be together but still safely social distance. We have the whole estate so there will be room for people to spread out. For dinner, all seating will be inside. There is space outside for people to go if they need a break.Thank you all for your patience in this very challenging time. Once again, Matt and I encourage you to make a decision to attend based on what is best for your family. We know that at this time, there is a lot of uncertainty and everyone's comfort level varies. While we want to share our special day with you, EVERYONE'S health and safety is priority number one. There shouldn't be much more to update you all on. But if something comes up, we will continue to update the wedding website. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please do not hesitate to text or call Matt or Katy. Katy's cellphone number is 248-752-9120.If you're worried about getting your RSVP card in by the 12th, don't stress. You can RSVP online. We also have wiggle room with giving the venue the final numbers.Lastly, it has been hit or miss with making reservations at the Crowne Plaza. While this is the "preferred" place for our guests to stay, we would encourage you to get a room at the Embassy suites if you cannot get a room at the Crowne Plaza. To my knowledge, it has been challenging to get ahold of them because they are not fully opened. We have been in touch with them to see when they will open back up. I imagine it will be soon since the Governor of Michigan continues to open businesses up. But if you're worried about waiting, we would encourage you to go to the Embassy Suits. Both blocks have plenty of rooms left in them.Thanks,Katy

Our Wedding

For Matt, it was love at first sight. For Katy, not so much. But it was a modern day love story that all started online. Matt and Katy met on Match.com. Both were looking for a nice Catholic with goals and dreams. It started with dinner. Katy was late. Matt was nervous. Katy was super chatty. Matt was so nervous, Katy couldn't understand what he was saying but she was determined to get to know this person to make an informed decision. After dinner, Matt suggested a walk. Something that Katy later learned was just one of many tests Matt would put girls through. Katy agreed. On that walk, they both discovered that there was something about one another that drew them in. They wanted to continue to get to know each other. Little did Katy know, Matt was about to put her through another test. There second date was with Matt's friends on a peddle wagon. That night, Katy kicked Matt's butt in beer pong and showed that the Irish can keep up with the Germans. The rest is history. They continued to chat and see each other. Eventually establishing their "Wednesday Date Nights." A night midweek set aside for the two of them to have dinner and spend time together.In their time together, they have gone to several sporting events and work charity functions. They opened each other up to new things. When they asked each other where the turning point for each of them was in their relationship, they both surprisingly came up with the same answer. Their first trip to the cottage. If you know Katy well, her family's property in Northern Michigan is incredibly special to her. She decided that it was her turn to put Matt through a test. She invited him to come to the cottage over New Years with a portion of her family. She figured that if he could be trapped in a house with several of her brothers with minimal to do and decide to stay around, he might be a keeper. And she was ready to share this special place with Matt. From there, their love continued to grow. They continued to share special moments together and have created lots of memories.

Modern Day Love Story 

It was a blistering hot fall day in Cincinnati, Ohio. Matt had just finished coaching a soccer game and the couple was headed to a local pumpkin patch. Matt and Katy had talked about how it had been forever since they actually picked pumpkins and how that would be a great Fall activity. Katy LOVES the fall. Matt and Katy walked around and got apple cider. They hoped on the hay ride. In this moment, Katy learned how Matt is absolutely TERRIFIED of bees. Or so Matt told Katy that was why he was anxious/nervous. In Matt's defense, there was a bee that landed in his cider. They got up to where the pumpkins were located at the top of the hill, and Matt encourage Katy to walk down to the little pumpkins so they could get a picture together. Katy didn't think twice about it because she was frequently asking Matt to take a picture with her at various events. Just the night before, they got a picture together at the UC Football Game. As they walked over, Katy squatted down to take a picture of the pumpkins. Matt got on the ground and said, "I think I shall build a pumpkin snowman." Katy responded, "Umm...no you are. That's stupid. They have stems on them." In that moment, she turned and looked at Matt who was on one knee with a ring pop in his hand. Katy started to shake and asked if this was real and if it wasn't she was going to be angry. In that moment, Matt pulled out of his pocket Katy's actual ring. Her only response was "OMG, yes!" She was overwhelmed with emotion and excitement. Katy still doesn't actually remember if she actually said, "Yes!" Matt assures her that she did and that he did actually say, "Will you marry me?" And that rest is history. Matt had been planning this since his family's trip to the cottage over the Fourth of July. That was when he asked Katy's dad for permission for her hand. A couple weeks later, he spoke with her mother about the ring and what it should look like. He got input from his mother and a couple friends. It was absolutely perfect. Matt, always thinking, arranged for a photographer to capture the moment too so they they always have it.

The Engagement

Our Story

UPDATE:  We have had some guest that have had an issue getting a room within the block at our other hotel. As of 5/18/2020, there should be enough rooms available for all to get a room via the discounted rate. Please contact Matt or Katy if you have issues. We will work to get it resolved.

We have recently had some problems getting ahold of the Crowne Plaza. First try this number 248-373-4550. If no one answers then call 1-800-227-6963 and when prompted ask for reservations. Make sure you tell them the name of block. 

For ease of booking your room, it is recommended that you call the hotel directly to book your room. The website is often confusing. Breakfast is not included in this booking. We have a block of rooms reserved here. Block of rooms is under Zix/Durkin. Free Transportation to and from reception to hotel is available for people who book ONLY through the block of rooms. We recommend that if you are going to use the shuttle, go to the hotel after the ceremony to drop off car and take shuttle to the reception.

Crowne Plaza Auburn Hills

UPDATE: We had some guest that have had an issue getting a room within the block. As of 5/18/2020, there should be enough rooms available for all to get a room via the discounted rate. Please contact Matt or Katy if you have issues. This issue has been resolved. We have a personalized link but for ease of booking, please call hotel directly. Block of Rooms will be under Zix/Durkin. Rooms will accommodate up to 4 people. There is a free shuttle to and from the reception but ONLY for people who book through the block of rooms. They will take two trips to the venue and two trips back to the hotel at the end of the night. Free breakfast is included with rates of the rooms at this hotel. We recommend that if you are going to use the shuttle, go to the hotel after the ceremony to drop off car and take shuttle to the reception.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Auburn Hills

Travel

Rochester Mills Beer Company

Sumo Sushi & Seafood

CASH ONLY Omelets the size of your head. This was the breakfast place Katy used to go to in High School

Stuffed Bun

Red Ox Tavern

Alfoccino Italian Restaurant

Buddy's Pizza

The Henry Ford is a large indoor and outdoor history museum complex and a National Historic Landmark in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan, United States. At the time of the wedding. They will be hosting an one of a kind Marvel exhibition. 

Henry Ford Museum 

There are breweries and unique shopping. It is a little bit of a drive but it is worth it!

Birmingham, MI, USA

Campus Martius Park

Village Of Rochester Hills

Detroit Zoo

Yates Cider Mill

This is just one of the many golf courses in the area. This is one that is frequently golfed by Katy's younger brothers. They also help with the greens there.

Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club

Greenfield Village, Dearborn, MI 48124, USA

Detroit Institute of Arts

Somerset Collection

Topgolf Detroit 

Things to Do

Matthew 's wedding party

Brian Zix

Nick Ross

Geoff Burroughs 

Sean Bostater

Kurt Lehecka

Chris Wiethe

Kathryn's wedding party

Cousin of the Bride-Katy and Michele are a month apart in age. They are travel buddies and sisters with different misters.

Michele Ferguson

Best Friend of the Bride-High school friends who's friendship goes back to when they met at basketball camp at NDP as middle schoolers.

Sara Zelinski

Best Friend of the Bride -High school friend who turned into a lifelong friend.

Kristin Cangemi

Friend of the Bride-Mother of Sofie, the German Shepherd frequently on Katy's instagram and Snapchat.

Matthew & Kathryn