AleSmith Brewing Company

Welcome Party

Ida and Cecil Green Faculty Club

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

I first saw Kyle in the Fall of 2016. I had just moved to Washington State and was doing public health outreach at the Wenatchee Run Club. I volunteered for four Thursdays in October, hoping I’d get the courage to talk to him but was too shy. I ended up nick-naming Kyle, “ginger dude,” since I didn’t know his name. (At the time, his beard looked red.)&nbsp; We officially ‘met’ in the Fall of 2017 after matching on Bumble, an online dating app. I was over the moon! Kyle would send me paragraphs of text and I would spend the whole day drafting a perfect response. Our first date was at Tastebuds, a local wine bistro in Wenatchee. We shared a bottle of wine and then walked along the Apple Loop Trail. Kyle walked me to my car, kissed me, and the rest is history! Don’t worry, a couple weeks after we started dating I did confess my ‘stalker’ story to him.&nbsp; Over the past six years we’ve enjoyed traveling throughout Washington state, hanging out with friends, and spending time with family. We survived COVID, moved back down to California, and completed our Master’s degrees. Kyle is the most supportive, loyal, and loving person I know and I’m so lucky to have ‘matched’ with him.&nbsp; Kyle proposed on the Winter Solstice during my winter break. I was reading on the couch and he came over and popped the question. What I loved about the proposal is that Kyle completely surprised me. I thought I was going to see the proposal coming from a mile away, since he talked about making all these ‘special’ plans. In the end it was simple, intimate, and perfect.

Paige's Version 

I met Paige through the dating app Bumble. I was looking for someone, like what many others seek out: common interests, well-educated, driven, funny, and many more. When we matched around Labor Day 2017, I had a suspicion that she would check off all the boxes. Of course, she did, and more! That same weekend I had plans to go backpacking with friends and would not be within cell service to talk to the woman I just met. I was extremely nervous she would lose faith in me due to weekend silence, and without any formal plans for a first date, so I told her ahead of time that I wanted to meet up the following week. I was so excited to get back home to be able to see what she had to say. Luckily she found me considerate and thoughtful that she continued talking! Later that month was our first trip together to Seattle. Paige's car needed servicing (the nearest place to Wenatchee was the Seattle Volvo) and I convinced her to let me come with. The weekend was full of adventure together, including walks around Gas Works Park, Pike Street Market, meeting family friends in West Seattle, and of course a Mariners game! Since that initial trip six years ago, we have met each other's families, including: parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents, and many more people in each other's lives. We continued to make our yearly trip to Seattle for the car services, trips to the mountains, concerts, trail races, and visiting friends/families over holidays. We made it through the pandemic and graduate school together, relying on each other when times got tough. I was the first one to get a job in the San Diego area in November 2021. Paige moved to California as well to finish her Masters degree at home in Thousand Oaks. While we were still two hours from each other, it provided comfort that we could see each other on a semi-regular basis. In December 2022, I was living in Encinitas and Paige was in town before our trip to Washington State for Christmas. Paige knew I would eventually propose, and I was trying to avoid a cliché holiday proposal. However, I just felt the timing was right, and as we're sitting on the couch, I asked her to marry me. Her first reaction was of shock; I think she wasn't expecting the timing, but she said yes!

Kyle's Version 

How We Met

Paige & Kyle's Adventures

Six years worth of fun dates and trips!

Engagement Photos

August 2023 at Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier in La Jolla.

Photos

Jaclyn Belleville

Dan Almekinder

Sarah King

Matt Ruder

Rachel Keith

Garrett Neiss

Emily Peterson

Brent Bartholomew

Wedding Party

Remaining rooms : 0 Note: the hotel will serve as wedding headquarters for the weekend, so if you are not staying at the hotel, you will have to make separate travel arrangements to the hotel for shuttles to/from the venue, etc.&nbsp; Includes: complimentary internet and discounted overnight self-parking of $25 per car, per night.&nbsp;Cancel 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid one night room and tax penalty.

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

Note

For those wishing to book a room with double beds, at this time, go ahead and book your room, even if it may only appear as a single bed room. During the confirmation process, there will be a place for specific requests. Check this box and this will trigger a notice to the hotel. It will be solved. (See the screenshots below.) If you have any questions, please email us at kapb.wedding@gmail.com.

Hotel Block

There are endless options of activities to do in Southern California over the wedding weekend. Below are some of our to-do favorites in the area.

Beaches

Paige's Pick: La Jolla Shores BeachKyle's Pick: Moonlight (Encinitas) Others: Mission Beach / Pacific Beach, Sunset Cliffs, Torrey Pines

Attractions

Paige's Pick: Petco Park, San Diego Zoo, San Diego Botanic Garden (Encinitas)Kyle's Pick: Balboa Park, Universities (SDSU, USD, UCSD), USS Midway / Embarcadero Others: Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Cabrillo National Monument, Liberty Station, Legoland (Carlsbad), Sea World, Torrey Pines State Park

Food

The Taco Stand, various locations $$Paige's Pick: California Burrito with everythingKyle's Pick: California Burrito, no guac / sour cream. In-N-Out, various locations $Paige's Pick: Cheeseburger, Animal Fries, Strawberry ShakeKyle's Pick: Double Double (plain + cheese), Chocolate Shake Eddie V's (La Jolla) $$$$Paige's Pick: Kung Pow Calamari, Ahi TunaKyle's Pick: Maine Lobster Tacos Buona Forchetta, various locations $$Paige's Pick: Spaghetti bologneseKyle's Pick: Giulia pizza

Drink

Stone Brewing, Liberty Station $$Paige's Pick: Imperial Notorious P.O.G.Kyle's Pick: Fight On! Pale Ale Burgeon Beer Co, Downtown/Carlsbad $$Paige's Pick: Sex on the PeachKyle's Pick: Juice Press Hazy IPA

Cities & Neighborhoods

North CountyIf you would like to take a drive up the coast and see the area we call home, head north on the Coast Highway 101 ('the 101') through La Jolla, Del Mar, Solana Beach, and Encinitas. Stop at some of the aforementioned restaurants, beaches, and attractions during your trip. There are many places along this drive where you can stop, go for a walk along the coast, or sit and enjoy the view. San DiegoSan Diego is known for its various neighborhoods, each with their own unique culture and offerings. Downtown / Gaslamp QuarterHillcrestLa JollaLittle ItalyNorth ParkOcean BeachOld TownPacific Beach

Greater Southern California Area

Los Angeles AreaGriffith Park (Observatory, Dodger Stadium)HollywoodMalibuSanta Monica PierUniversity of Southern California Orange CountyAngel Stadium (Anaheim)Disneyland (Anaheim)Huntington BeachKnott's Berry Farm (Buena Park)Laguna CoastNewport Coast

Things to Do

There are multiple options to get to La Jolla / San Diego based on your preferred method of transportation and travel plans.

Airports

San Diego International Airport <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/ZEuHFiCaapzyD7Ug7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Maps</a> Los Angeles International Airport <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/adEXuEzr1GHputpt5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Maps</a> John Wayne Airport <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/939nowEVMypbthjD6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Maps</a> Hollywood Burbank Airport <a href="https://goo.gl/maps/hmsET9gtEpjq7wzC7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Maps</a>

SAN DIEGO TRANSPORTATION

Once in San Diego, there are many ways to around, such as: Lyft / UberPublic TransitRental Cars

Public Transit

<a href="https://www.sdmts.com/getting-around/airport" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Airport Flyer</a> The San Diego Airport Flyer is a free shuttle from the San Diego airport to Old Town Transit Center. The Flyer runs every 20-30 minutes, from 4:45am until 12:30am, timed with MTS Trolley and Coaster schedules.

<a href="https://www.sdmts.com/transit-services/trolley#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MTS (Light Rail Trolley)</a> The 'Trolley' can take you across nearly the entire San Diego metro area, including La Jolla, Downtown, US/Mexico Border, and East County. Cost: $2.50 one way (free transfers within a 2-hour window) Directions to Marriott La Jolla: Blue Line northbound (to UTC), getting off at the Executive Drive station.

<a href="https://gonctd.com/maps-schedules/trip-planner/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">North County Transit District Coaster</a> The Coaster is another great way to get to and from Downtown San Diego to various parts of North County, including Oceanside, Carlsbad, and Encinitas. We love taking the Coaster from Encinitas to Downtown for Padres games, concerts, and avoiding airport parking. Unfortunately the Coaster has more limited stops due to its shared track usage with Amtrak. The nearest Coaster stop for the hotel/venue would be Sorrento Valley. Cost: $5.00 one way (for one zone), $5.75 (two zones), $6.50 (three zones)

Rental Cars

All rental car pick-ups and drop-offs serving the San Diego International Airport occur at the Consolidated Rental Car Center. Free dedicated shuttle busses run continuously to ferry customers between the airport terminals and the Rental Car Center. If you don't want to rent a car- Take the Flyer to Old Town- Hop on the Blue Line northbound (to UTC)- Get off at the Executive Drive station- Walk 0.3 miles to the San Diego Marriott La Jolla

How To Get Here

Registry

Thursday, July 4 - Independence Day

While there are no official plans for Independence Day, we would love to get together with anyone who would be interested. Please let us know if you will be arriving early and want to hang out.

Friday, July 5 - Welcome Party / Hotel Block Check-In

The hotel block at the La Jolla Marriott will begin on Friday July 5. Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. All are welcome to attend the welcome party at: AleSmith Brewing Company9990 AleSmith CtSan Diego, CA 92126 Food and drinks will be provided.Dress code is casual.

Saturday, July 6 - Wedding

3:30 p.m. - Take your seats4:00 p.m. - We say "I do!"4:30 p.m. - Drinks, dinner, and dancing 3035 Muir LnLa Jolla, CA 92023Attire: Semi-formal

Sunday, July 7 - Baseball

The hotel block will end on Sunday, July 7, with a check-out time of 11:00 a.m. Also, the Padres will have a home game at 1:10 p.m. against the Arizona Diamondbacks. We are planning on going. Please let us know if you are interested in joining. Contact: kapb.wedding@gmail.com

About The Weekend

What is the dress code?

Wedding: Semi-formal / dressy casual

What's the Weather Like?

We won't bore you with the specifics (it's very scientific), but as you can imagine, the climate of San Diego is considered pleasant year-round. In July, the temperatures can reach the mid 70s with lows in the high 50s / low 60s.&nbsp;Ocean breezes can provide some chill in the air that could have you wishing for a jacket. One thing to keep in mind is the marine layer. The daily ebb-and-flow of clouds is what keeps this area cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. Don't be surprised to see a cloudy morning, sunny afternoon, and a cloudy evening. It can be so cloudy, even in summer, that we have monthly nicknames, such as "May Gray", "June Gloom", and "No Sky July". The ocean will take some time to fully warm up, with peak temperatures in August to September. The average temperature in July is 68 degrees Fahrenheit. For some, this is wetsuit weather while others enjoy the brisk dip. We would recommend you still plan on bringing your swim attire and sunglasses!

The hotel block is full. Can I still book and get the block rate?

If the block is full and you would like to stay at the hotel, please let us know as soon as possible. We will contact the hotel and they will try to accommodate on a case-by-case basis, with no guarantees.