56 Brewing

Rehearsal Dinner

Wedding Day

Trellis Weddings and Events

Ceremony

Lowell Inn

Cocktail Hour

Dinner Reception

Spring

Our Wedding

Nicole &amp; TJ met in late 2022 while working in their current field of solar construction. They were quick friends, or as they like to say "pen pals". TJ and Nicole's friendship grew stronger as they bonded over more than just their livelihoods. TJ was drawn to Nicole's sense of humor and straightforward personality, and Nicole was fascinated by TJ's quick-wit and ability to always have the solution to any problem. TJ &amp; Nicole's dynamic is a steadfast force of activity and productivity. Whether it is biking, running, riding motorcycles, going for drives, wrenching on something in the garage, cooking, cleaning, fishing, reading, traveling, Facebook marketplace pick-ups--they really do everything together. They are the best of friends and simultaneously madly in love with each other.

Our Story

Photos

Emily & Nicole have been best friends since kindergarten, and they will make sure to tell you that if you see them together. Emily is a rugby coach and player, a teacher, a wife, a big sister, a lover of Pooh Bear, and the best friend a person could ever have. Nicole refers to her friendship with Emily as her greatest accomplishment, because twenty-three years of being best friends is pretty dang impressive! 

Emily Rees

Robbie and TJ met during orientation at University of Minnesota. They were both enrolled in the mechanical engineering program and spent all four years of college building, riding, and photographing bikes. Since college, Robbie is always there for TJ whether it be to celebrate or offer an extra hand. He’s the obvious choice for a Best Man.

Robbie Stemler

The "long story short" version is that Jenna and Nicole met at the Leesburg diner where they both waitressed during their teenage years. Distance has never been an issue for them--no matter how near or far in proximity, these two are always up to date with the latest and greatest details of each others lives. Jenna's super power is her ability to self-teach anything and everything. She is clever and funny, resourceful, down to earth, patient, crafty, and the most supportive friend a girl could have.

Jenna Dobson

Morgan and Nicole officially became family in 2020 when Nicole's dad married Morgan's mom. Morgan and Nicole always refer to one another as their "sister" because the "step" part isn't relevant. Morgan is the judgement-free type and a creative, whimsical soul. Morgan sees life through an artistic lens that Nicole finds refreshing. Growing up as an only child, Nicole is excited to say that her sister will be part of her big day.

Morgan Wile

Cole and TJ have shared almost all of their hobbies together throughout the last 16 years. What started as riding the L train home from middle school together has turned into a friendship that is not challenged by distance. Cole is the friend that’s always willing to dive into something with you, and will likely be teaching you about it when he’s done researching. He’s a consistent sounding board, a reliable friend, and someone that TJ was sure from the start he’d want as a groomsman. 

Cole Gartner

One of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet. Max is a dog dad, lover of fly fishing, and accepting of everyone. Robbie introduced Max and TJ through bicycles (what else would it be) and they were fast friends. Now, a handful of years  and plenty of bicycle builds, weekend trips, and fishing adventures later, Max has become such a close friend to both Nicole and TJ, and is someone they’re proud to have standing by them on their big day. 

Max Ridenour

Wedding Party

The local airport is Minneapolis-Saint Paul - MSP.

Lowell Inn is our reception venue. As a smaller, boutique hotel with only 35 guest rooms, they did not offer room blocks. Choose your exact room on their website, the sooner the better!

Lowell Inn - Hotel & Restaurant

Walking distance from our reception venue.

Hotel Crosby

Lora Hotel & Event Center

5-10 minutes from ceremony &amp; reception venues.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Stillwater, MN

AmericInn by Wyndham Stillwater

Travel

Downtown Stillwater, MN is a charming place to spend time walking around. There are tons of unique shops, antique stores, vintage sellers, and restaurants on the strip.