Freeport Harraseeket Grange No. 9

Welcome Party

St Joseph’s Church

Marriage Ceremony

Purpoodock Club

Wedding Reception

Our Wedding

Will and Michaela met in June of 2021 as many people do now, via a dating app! Michaela made the first move and asked Will to go hiking and get ice cream, and they spent the afternoon hiking in Great Falls, VA and sharing their love of the outdoors. From there they alternated having dates in their respective “homes”, Michaela in Washington DC and Will in Laurel, MD. Jokingly, Will asked Michaela “how long would you want to date before you are engaged” and Michaela answered “2 years” a bit arbitrarily. Well Will took that to heart and on their second anniversary Will proposed during a sunset cruise in Annapolis, MD, one of their favorite places to visit. Since then theyve traveled to both the mountains and the ocean; and decided to call Maine their home in 2023.

How it began…

Our Story

Photos

Katie Connolly

Sarah Board

Alyssa Yapp

Ellie Brewers

Annabelle Larson

Alex Humphreys

Alex Stroh

Thomas Connolly

Tommy Sheets

Konnor Young

Wedding Party

Q + A

The Portland Jetport is the closest airport, located in Portland, ME. It is 15 minutes from the Old Port, easy to navigate and close to hotels.

Portland International Jetport

Boston is about 2 hours from Portland and another great travel option if Portland doesn't have flight options for you. You can hop on 95 and be in Portland, ME in no time!

Boston Logan International Airport

If you are looking to avoid renting a car and flying into Boston, the Amtrak Downeaster is a great option. The Downeaster does 5 round trips daily from Thompson's Point in Portland to North Station in Boston.

Amtrak Downeaster Train

The Doubletree by Hilton is located conveniently right off of Interstate 95 and is only a 6 minute drive from the Portland Airport. The hotel is an easy 15 minute drive from both the ceremony venue and the reception venue!

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Portland, ME

Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites is located in South Portland, a 15 minute drive from the Airport, 15 minute drive to the church and 20 minute drive to the reception venue. It is also 15 minutes from the Old Port, the best of all locations!

Holiday Inn Express & Suites South Portland by IHG

Holiday Inn by the Bay is located in Portland's Old Port, the heart of the city! We have reserved a block of rooms at the Holiday Inn; you can reserve online or by phone By Phone: Please call 1-800-HOLIDAY and refer to Booking Code: IUWED Booking Online:o Please visit: https://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/portland/pwmdt/hoteldetail?fromRedirect=true&amp;qSrt=sBR&amp;qRms=1&amp;qCiD=25&amp;qCiMy=082025&amp;qCoD=27&amp;qCoMy=082025&amp;setPMCookies=true&amp;qSHBrC=HI&amp;qDest=88%20Spring%20St,%20Portland,%20ME,%20US&amp;qpMn=0&amp;srb_u=1&amp;qRCC=CD010&amp;qPm=PWMDT&amp;qRad=30&amp;qRdU=mi-Choose your Check-In and Check-Out Dates-Hit View Prices on your desired room type-Use the Select button on the Wedding Rate to select-Complete your Reservation

Holiday Inn by the Bay - Portland

We recommend renting a vehicle to get around Portland and Freeport, unfortunately public transportation is not accessible for all locations. Please reach out if you have questions about renting cars or are looking to rent with other guests and we can connect groups!

Transportation

Travel

If you’re looking for a quintessential New England coastal experience, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visitportland.com/blog/2020/01/24/portland-maine-neighborhoods/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Old Port</a>&nbsp;in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.visitportland.com/visit/neighborhoods-towns-regions/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Portland Maine</a>&nbsp;is a must-see. With winding alleys, cobblestone streets, and the scent of the salty sea, it’s all the best of the Northeast in one package.

Old Port Shops and Restaurants

Explore the islands in and around Portland via Casco Bay lines! Hop on the Peaks Island ferry, the mail run or see the sunset on their sunset harbor cruise.

Tour Casco Bay

Visit one of Maine's most famous headlights, the Portland Headlight! The Portland Headlight was built in 1891 and automated in 1989, but is still available for tours. Located in Fort Williams park in Cape Elizabeth, visiting the lighthouse, walking the cliff walk and flying a kite are an absolute must.

Lighthouses of Casco Bay Region

You can't visit Maine without trying our trademark crustacean, lobster! You can have it in mac n' cheese, on a roll or straight from the shell, you decide! Here are some of our favorites: Luke's Lobster - PORTLAND PIER60 Portland Pier, Portland, ME 04101, USA Eventide Oyster Co.https://www.eventideoysterco.com/ Bite Into Maine50 Industrial Way, PortlandCan be found at the address above or at Fort Williams park at their food truck!

Have some lobster!

There are over 30 breweries, wineries and distilleries in the greater Portland area, you are sure to find a beverage you enjoy!

Breweries

No visit to Portland is complete without visiting the LL Bean flagship store in Freeport, ME!

L.L.Bean

Things to Do

Registry

Our events would not have been possible without the following parties. Thank you! Lori &amp; Michael Connolly Carol &amp; Russell Sheets Laura Corell About Face Skin Care Salon &amp; Cosmetics Hair By Caitlin Purpoodock Club Diocese of Portland, St Pius X Church and St Joseph's Cathedral Maine Made Weddings | Maine Vibe The Mainely Custard

Michaela & Will

Michaela & Will

Registry

Thank you so much for taking time to celebrate with us! We cannot wait to start the next chapter of our lives with you.