11201 CA-1, Point Reyes Station, CA, 94956, United States of America
Attire: Casual
This is small get together for anyone who will be arriving on Thursday for the weekends festivities.
I suggest getting dinner somewhere in town before meeting at the bar
The meet-up is very casual. Likely only about 20-30 people showing up. The gathering is pay-on-own (drinks at the bar).
Oyster Shucking For Love
Friday, July 26, 2024
1:30 PM–5:30 PM
Straus Home Ranch
22888 Highway 1, Marshall, CA, 94940
Attire: Picnic casual
We're inviting everyone to the wedding venue the day before for a relaxing day of picnicking, oyster shucking, yard games, music and getting to know everyone even more. This is a come and go as you please event. Stay as little or as long as you'd like. It will be very casual with blankets in the grass, walks through the property and water front. A photographer will also be attending to capture the day.
Food and beverage will be provided:
- Food Truck
- Oyster shucking
- Beer and wine will be the only alcohol served
- Non-alcohol options will also be served (water, sparkling water, along with a few other options)
The Drag Saloon Cabaret - Hosted by Venus Soleil
Friday, July 26, 2024
9:30 PM–12:00 AM
Old Western Saloon
11201 California 1, Point Reyes Station, CA, 94956, United States
Attire: Cocktail casual
This is a night out in down town Point Reyes. After everyone's dinner plans we invite all to the Old Western Saloon where we will be doing a small bar take over and drag show. The owners of the bar have welcomed our idea to bring our guests and keeping the bar open to the public for some fun and entertainment.
Bar show ends at 12 but bar closes at 2. It's a very local watering hole so bring CASH ONLY not only to buy drinks but to tip the entertainers.
More details to follow.
Wedding Day
July 27, 2024
Straus Home Ranch
22888 Highway 1, Marshall, CA, 94940
Attire: See description
Parking at venue can accommodate up to 50 vehicles
Once we have a good pulse on where everyone will be staying we may be setting up a shuttle service.
Attire:
- Women's Attire Inspo - www.pinterest.com/taylorjay21/gandyvalenti-wedding-womens-attire
- Men's Attire Inspo - www.pinterest.com/taylorjay21/gandyvalenti-wedding-mens-attire
3:00 PM–4:00 PM
3:00 PM–4:00 PM
Welcome Reception with beverages and music
Guests will be greeted with welcome beverages and music upon arrival
4:00 PM–4:30 PM
4:00 PM–4:30 PM
Ceremony
Guests will be directed to ceremony site atop a hill over looking eucalyptus trees and Tomales Bay
4:30 PM–5:30 PM
4:30 PM–5:30 PM
Cocktail hour before reception
Cocktail hour will be open bar with passed hors d'oeuvres in front of barn
5:30 PM–6:00 PM
5:30 PM–6:00 PM
Reception Start
Reception will start with guests being seated followed by a special performance
6:00 PM–7:00 PM
6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Dinner
Dinner will begin at 6pm with plated meal service
7:00 PM–11:00 PM
7:00 PM–11:00 PM
Disco Oasis
The party will begin at 7pm getting everyone out of their chairs for dancing the night away. The music will be a blend of disco, house and live instrumental.
Post Wedding Brunch for Family
Sunday, July 28, 2024
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Nick's Cove
23240 Hwy1, Marshall, CA, 94940
Attire: Brunch / Wine country casual
This will be a post wedding brunch for all family members of the grooms. More details to follow
Beach Bonfire Sunset
Sunday, July 28, 2024
6:00 PM–9:00 PM
Dillon Beach Resort
1 Beach Ave, Dillon Beach, CA, 94929, United States
Attire: beach cozy w/ layers
For the last night of the weekdend we'd like to invite everyone to Dillon Beach, at the Dillon Beach Resort, for music, bonfire and sunset. It's a byob event.
We suggest BYOB for booze, but Dillon Beach Resort does have a restaurant on property that is a short walk from the bonfire site where you can order food and beverage to go!
More details will follow.