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Near Midwest Genealogy CenterMake yourself at home in one of the 87 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.With a stay at Quality Inn & Suites Kansas City - Independence I-70 East in Independence, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Kauffman Stadium and Arrowhead Stadium.  This hotel is 10 mi (16.1 km) from Crown Center and 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from T-Mobile Center.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Midwest Genealogy Center - 3.2 km / 2 mi  Independence Square - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi  Historic Truman Courthouse - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi  Harry S. Truman National Historic Site - 5.7 km / 3.6 mi  1859 Jail Marshal's Home and Museum - 5.9 km / 3.6 mi  Kauffman Stadium - 6.5 km / 4 mi  Arrowhead Stadium - 6.6 km / 4.1 mi  Silverstein Eye Centers Arena - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi  Adventure Oasis Water Park - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi  Harry S. Truman Library and Museum - 7.2 km / 4.5 mi  Vaile Mansion - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi  Cave Spring Interpretive Center - 12 km / 7.5 mi  Negro Leagues Baseball Museum - 15.2 km / 9.4 mi  American Jazz Museum - 15.2 km / 9.5 mi  Blue Room - 15.2 km / 9.5 mi  The nearest major airport is Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 52.8 km / 32.8 miBe sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center.Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Independence? This hotel has facilities measuring 2800 square feet (260 square meters), including conference space. Free self parking is available onsite.Meet other guests and eat at the complimentary reception. A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Quality Inn & Suites Kansas City - Independence I-70 East

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Mercedes' Wedding Party

Haylee Cook

Alexis Benson

Allison Price

Trina Hernandez 

Briana Griffin

Kyle Benson

Zak Ranburger

Paulina's Wedding Party

Jacqueline Wentworth 

Phyllis N

Kristin Newcomb

Logan Caffey

Kaitlin Reynaga

Sancia De Leon

Trisha Ashford

Wedding Party

Photos

Registry

1. What time should I arrive to the ceremony? While the official wedding ceremony start time is at 3:30pm. Guests may start showing up at 3:00pm for a pre-cocktail party and to get things settled at a table for you. 2. What is the dress code? Semi-formal: Cocktail dresses and jumpsuits, dark suits and ties, etc. 3. Will the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception take place indoors or outdoors? The ceremony will take place outdoors. The reception will immediately follow, the reception will be indoors. The ceremony and Reception are being held at the same location. So you do not have to worry about driving to two different places 😊 . The wedding is in November so I recommend ensuring you have any warm items for the ceremony that you can take off during the reception. 4. What will the weather be like? In Kansas City the weather is typically a high of 54° and a low of 36° in November. 5. What will your wedding-day timeline look like? 3:00PM - Pre-Cocktail3:30PM - Ceremony4:30PM - Cocktail Hour5:30PM - Wedding Party Arrival6:00PM - Dinner 6. Is there parking available at the wedding venue? There are over 200 parking spots available for all guests who will be driving themselves. And it's FREE 7. Can I bring my kids? Of course, you can bring your kids! We will have a kids table with activities to engage our little ones while we are celebrating! 8. What type of food and drink will be served during the cocktail hour and reception? TBD - Check back soon 9. I have dietary restrictions/allergies. What's the best way to let you know? Guests who are gluten-free or have other dietary restrictions and/or allergies don't worry! Please let me know (573) 356-4102 as soon as possible. 10. Will there be an open bar? Drinks are on us! The hangover is on you. 😊We just ask you bring cash to tip your bartender! 11. Have you booked hotel room blocks for guests? No reserved room block, but there are multiple hotels in the area if you go to the "Hotels (Lodging)" page we have listed a few. 12. Can I take pictures during the ceremony to post on social media? If you know Mercedes, you know she loves pictures! But, with that being said we definitely want to allow our photographer to get some great photos of the ceremony without phones! So, we are going to try to have a no phone policy during the short and sweet ceremony and as soon as we are done, we want all pictures and videos with our wedding hashtag #WentworthTheWait 13. What's the best way to RSVP? We will be sending out wedding invitations July 31st, we hope to get responses by September 23rd! Please let us know with the RSVP card! 14. When is the RSVP deadline? September 23rd, 2023 15. I'm visiting from out of town. What can I do while I'm in Kansas City? There is a "Things to Do" page on this website. We have uploaded a few things you can do around the city! 16. Do you have a wedding registry? Yes, the "Registry" page has all the registry information. 17. Can I bring my gift to the wedding? Your presence is present enough, but should you wish to bring a gift to our wedding, there will be a gift table for your convenience. 18. What's your wedding hashtag? #WentworthTheWait 19. When will the reception end? Will there be an after-party? As long as we are partying, we will continue! But, with that being said we will be leaving the venue around 11:30PM. Everyone and everything has to be out by 12AM 20. What's the best way to contact you if I have additional questions? We have an email you can contact and one of us will respond within 24 hours.mercedes.paulinawentworth@gmail.com If it is an emergency, you can text or call Mercedes 573-356-4102

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Mercedes & Paulina

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