Glen Sanders Mansion

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Our Wedding

The story of Michael and Michelle begins back in 2012. They had just recently arrived in the Albany area for job opportunities and needed to find something to pass the time when they weren't at work.As fate would have it they both found a kickball league (drinking league with a kickball problem), joined with a friend, and were both placed on the 'misfits' team. Through the dirt, sweat, alcohol, and chicken wings Michael quickly became quite smitten with Michelle, while Michelle at the time thought Michael was "a nice guy".After some prodding by friends and plenty of liquid courage Michael finally took action and cornered Michelle in the parking lot of the Elbo Room for what history will record as one of the most awkward invitations to coffee ever. Michelle agreed but made Michael wait over a month for that date. (She was extremely popular and had some vacations planned and then was moving to a new apartment). Luckily for Michael, Michelle did not forget him and was able to overlook his horrible texting grammar.Shortly after they began dating Michael realized just how lucky he was because Michelle survived her first infamous 'Hudson Summer Party' with his college friends with only a few bruises and still decided to stick with him! 5+ years with many happy memories under their belts they are still going strong! As they continue to build on the pillars of their relationship (like food) and work through the kinks (Giants vs. Eagles) they are excited for the future. They are each other's best friends. They look forward to the future and the many adventures to come, and actually have still never gone out for coffee...

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The man most commonly known as Jim 'Turningstone' is the younger brother and best man of Michael. There is no better younger brother than Jim who is always quick to buy you a drink and to give you crap while doing it. He has been a best friend and an inspiration to Michael and there is no one else in the world he'd rather drink 10 – 15 Long Island iced teas with. 

James Kramek

Alison is Michelle's sister and Maid of Honor. She is also Michelle's main fashion consultant, as she has been for the past many years as Michelle continues to go through her awkward tom-boy phase. Through many years of family vacations, cross-country flights (thanks for always taking the middle seat), failed attempts at playing Barbies, and watching each other's sports games or school plays, there is nobody better than Alison to be by her side on her wedding day.

Alison Wien

Sam and Michelle go way back to Story Hour pals at the public library (so I'm told, I cannot remember that far back). They have been best friends and proud nerds together through many classes, the one year of Girl Scouts that Michelle tried, and countless nights hanging out at the Connolly residence critiquing trashy TV shows.

Samantha Connolly

Michael met Ben ' the Laugh' Lockspeiser in 2005 via the Albany crew team they hit it off early on and enjoyed many escapades, which include but are not limited to: Living together for two years, experiencing a boat sinking, and losing Mike in Philadelphia for an evening. Ben has proven to be one of those rare individuals who you know will always be in your corner no matter what. Besides, he makes really really good limoncello.

Ben Lockspeiser

Ange and Michelle have been partners in crime since their middle school gym teacher Miss Murphy decided that they were volleyball all-stars and made them captains. They spent many a practice, game, and bus ride together where Ange taught Michelle how to gossip and talk on the phone like a good Millennial teen. 

Angelica Piccolo

Michael met Andrew in 2005 via the Albany crew team. Although initially just a matchmaker for Michael and his then girlfriend, Andrew has become one of Mike's best friends. He also lived with Mike and Ben and by some miracle, made it out with only minor emotional and physical trauma. Since 2012 Mike and Andrew have been working at the same company (poor kid can't escape) and continue their misadventures regularly. 

Andrew D'Agostino

His family knows him as Brian but the world know him as Bacon. Mike met Bacon in 2004 via the Albany crew team (sensing a pattern here?) Bacon was a varsity member and whatever misguided reason took a liking to this novice rower. So much so that Michael was the only one allowed to sleep on his couch after each crew part…err I mean book club meeting. Since then through their love of food, libations, NY giants and all things comic books Mike and Bacon have built what some would call a healthy 'bromance'. 

Brian Conley

Mal and Michelle met waaaay back in elementary schooldays, where they were both proud wearers of overalls. They were both in the school band together for a brief moment, but even when Mal retired her horn she continued to be the artistic muse of the group and a loyal friend of the band while Michelle carried around the saxophone until graduation.

Mallory Tolomieri

Jill is Michael's younger sister and arch-nemesis. Despite Michael's persistence to be the favorite sibling, Jill has still endeared herself to Michelle. It might have had something to do with the margarita bowl at their first Thanksgiving together.....

Jill Kramek

There are some friends in the world that no matter how long it's been since you've last seen them, you pick up right where you left off. Glen is one of those people. Mike and Glen first met in in their first period 7th grade science class. Over the years Glen has proven time and again to be one of Mike's best friends and his 'go-to' ginger for fun.

Glen Calvin

Good ol stinky feet is Michael's oldest friend. Mike and Brian met waaaaay back in kindergarten. Through the years they built many fond memories of summers on the beach, playing in the neighborhood and playing soccer. Brian now lives in South Carolina and although they don't see each other as much as they'd like, this day would not be complete without Brian here. 

Brian Murray

Emily is Michael's youngest sibling and, even though she is in college, is still his baby sister. Emily and Michelle keep a safe distance from the sibling rivalry at family gatherings and instead enjoy a mutual interest in pizza, cheesesteak, and burgers.

Emily Kramek

Ashley is Michelle's sister-in-law to-be and shares the special experience of joining the Kramek clan around the same time as Michelle. They have spent many a holiday together already, and are both pretty sure that they were implanted with tracking devices during the Kramek family vacation in the Florida Keys. No negative side effects have been noticed yet.

Ashley Kramek

Eric is Michelle's younger brother. Mike could not help but chuckle when he first met Eric because he is "cut from the same mold" as Jim. Despite being polar opposites in many ways Eric and Mike have bonded over many common interests such as old school video games and Michelle being a 'solid OK'. 

Eric Wien

Wedding Party

Photos

Q + A

Registry

Hotel is 1 mile away from the venue and we have a group rate!

If booking by phone: 

Call phone # and mention you are part of the Wien/Kramek wedding

If booking online use the link below:

<a href="http://group.hamptoninn.com/wienkramekwedding">http://group.hamptoninn.com/wienkramekwedding</a>There will be a shuttle for those staying at the Hampton Inn - please ask at the front desk for details on departure times!Uber and Lyft are also available in the area.

Hampton Inn Schenectady

Travel

Right in downtown Albany near the capital building and scenic Empire State Plaza.. and it's free!

New York State Museum

A 40 minute drive from the wedding venue - even though it won't be track season, beautiful downtown with shops, restaurants, and parks

Saratoga Springs, NY

Lots of hiking opportunities in the area! If you're feeling adventurous you can go check out the view from the top of Sleeping Beauty mountain where we got engaged.

Adirondack Mountains

Cute town right on the lake with plenty to do and beach areas

Lake George, NY

Relatively new casino. On the smaller side but&nbsp;you can get food, drinks, and spend some time on the slots or at the tables.

Michael & Michelle

Michael & Michelle

Registry