Farmer's Table

Bridal Shower

Rehearsal Dinner

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour & Reception

Breakfast

Our Wedding

Melanie and Ryan first matched on a dating app and spent almost two years talking on and off before ever meeting in person. They would occasionally re-match, pick up the conversation again, and promise to set up a date—but timing never quite lined up. Finally, on April 6, 2025, they made it happen, and it was absolutely worth the wait.Within the first month of dating, Melanie and Ryan packed in as much fun as possible—playing pickleball, going to an arcade, visiting a speakeasy, topgolf, and more. Very quickly, it felt as if they had known each other forever.They bonded over their shared love of music, especially country, and have since gone to many concerts together. They also love attending sporting events, traveling and spending time with family—especially with their beloved nieces and nephews. Melanie and Ryan's families also immediately got along incredibly well, blending together as if they had known each other for years. Melanie and Ryan enjoy time with friends, exploring new places, or hosting a competitive (but loving!) game night.It didn’t take long for Melanie and Ryan to know they had found the person they wanted to marry. Ryan spent months driving from Delray to Fort Lauderdale for dates until Melanie, along with her dog Maci and her cat, stayed with him in Delray for a few weeks. After that, they both realized she wouldn’t be moving back—living together just felt right. Since then, the four of them have made a happy home in Delray.On November 26, 2025, Ryan proposed to Melanie during a romantic beach setup in Delray, the perfect beginning to their forever.

Our Story

Photos

Nicole Antonio

Stephanie Birkholz

Bride's best friend since college & college roommate 

Carma Goldstein

Bride's best friend & neighbor for many years

Amy Kaladi

Miles Oakner

Best friend of groom since meeting on Birthright in 2016

Joe Greenberg

Groom's best friend, college roommate and fraternity brother 

Max Blumstein 

Groom's former co-worker turned best friend 

Alex Amorose

Mckenzie (Kenzie) Birkholz 

Aria Antonio 

Robbie Birkholz

Dante Beauplant- Antonio 

Wedding Party

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Dress Code

Q + A

Please make sure to utilize the link below to book within the hotel block at the discounted rate. You can book anywhere from 1-3 nights within the hotel block. If you are interested in a suite or other room type not mentioned please contact Melanie Wolfson or Karen Wolfson. Please note the following:Rooms reservations cut-off date:&nbsp;8/1/26

FTL airport is the closest airport to the wedding location.

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

Travel

Melanie &amp; Ryan have attended many concerts at Hard Rock. There are several restaurants, bars, clubs and a casino there as well.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, FL

Enjoy shopping, restaurants, art and bars. Melanie lived on Las Olas for 8 years and enjoyed many dates with Ryan here!

Las Olas Boulevard

This is where Melanie and Ryan's first date was

Doc B's Restaurant

Great local restaurant on the beach. Melanie &amp; Ryan have enjoyed going here for happy hours!

S3 (Sun Surf Sand)

One of Melanie's favorite locations! Enjoy nature walks and a fun restaurant on the ocean, Park &amp; Ocean.

Ryan & Melanie

Ryan & Melanie

Travel

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport