Welcome Party

Nicollet Island Inn

Rehearsal Dinner

Nicollet Island Pavilion

Wedding Day

Ceremony and Reception

Open House Brunch

Our Wedding

Our love story began in the same place all contemporary romantic classics do. On Bumble! If you’re unfamiliar, Bumble is the dating app where after a match is made, the woman has to make the first move within 24 hours or the match expires <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fdnz-T5cWyQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">forever</a>. After making Terry sweat for a few hours, Samm engaged and here we are! The end.&nbsp; Okay just kidding! There’s a little more to it than that. Terry, while bored in his apartment on a cold February day in Minneapolis, hopped on Bumble. It was a couple of days after his 34th birthday, which turned out to be fortuitous timing for Terry, as Samm had employed strict restrictions on her account that weeded out anyone more than one year younger, two years older, and absolutely anyone outside the main neighborhoods of Northeast Minneapolis. Conversely, Terry had never bothered with the restriction settings in his Bumble account and thus had a bit deeper of a pool to wade through to find Samm.&nbsp; Thankfully, Terry’s birthday aged him up just enough to get the greatest phone notification of his life. “Sammantha has matched with you on Bumble! [bumble bee emoji]”&nbsp; “Samm with two M’s,” Terry thought. “How classy!” After a witty back-and-forth, an incoming snow storm expedited their first date. A true Northeast night out where truffle fries at the Peacock Lounge (R.I.P. sweet prince!) were followed by beers at the famous 331 Club where Samm and Terry somehow managed to communicate over the screamo band destroying the house sound system as well as everyone’s eardrums.&nbsp; Fast forward to today, Samm and Terry have made a home, planted a garden, and built a sports bar in the garage, among other things, all while rarely venturing out of the haven that is Northeast Minneapolis.

Our Story

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Bridesmaids Mary Katherine Shreves - Matron of HonorSpent middle school passing notes with the Bride and getting caught. (Bride was never caught) Lisa Paul - Matron of HonorBonded over Taylor Swift's 1989 and sad desk lunches working 7 days a week trying to turn Texas blue&nbsp; Anna Loerch&nbsp;Decided she and Bride should be friends on their first day of freshman year at American University Diana AstizHas screamed (The Conjuring) and laughed (The Nun) at horror movies with Bride since the #Driveto25&nbsp; Sarah Cotton&nbsp;Had spiritual experience with Bride seeing Beyonce cover “I Will Always Love You”&nbsp; Ryan Jham&nbsp;Told Bride when they met that he wasn’t sure if he was scared of her or wanted to be her best friend&nbsp; Andy CobbBride taught him to read Jack CobbHe and Bride are on a quest to defeat all the Mario Worlds&nbsp; Groomsmen Joe Smaby - Best ManBabaganush! The big guy! Been best friend’s with the groom since they started annihilating the Kwan’s lunch buffet in elementary school. Andy Sonnesyn - Best ManGroom’s non-romantic life partner since they met in preschool&nbsp; JP BertramEnticed the groom into friendship in college with his subscriptions to NBA League Pass and MLB Extra Innings. Still thinks the groom should become a SoundCloud rapper. Iskindir MintesnotAn honorable man of the night’s watch Elliot NathanShared several classes in high school with the groom, probably backed out of a fantasy football trade with the groom in every one of them.&nbsp; Jake SchwartzAlmost got trapped one time in Billings, MT on a cross-country drive with the groom. They made it out, barely… Benny WehageBeen close with the groom ever since they went for sloppy steaks at Truffoni’s. Big rare cut of meat with water dumped all over it, water splashing around the table, makes the night SO MUCH more fun. After the club we’d go to Truffoni's for sloppy steaks. They'd say; 'no sloppy steaks' but they can't stop you from ordering a steak and a glass of water, before you knew it we were dumping that water on those steaks! The waiters were coming to try and snatch em up, we had to eat as fast as we could!&nbsp; Wade WuornosSaved the groom from an evil villain named Rough McGruff. Probably driving around Lake of the Isles with the groom and listening to Bone Thugs ‘N Harmony right now.

Wedding Party

What is the dress code? The dress code for our wedding is cocktail attire.&nbsp;Please, no jeans. Can my children come? We are unable to accommodate all our guest’s children. Please plan to make this a parents night out!&nbsp; Can I park at Nicollet Island Pavilion?&nbsp; Parking is free at the Nicollet Island Pavilion and the overflow parking lot. Please do not park in the Nicollet Island Inn parking lot unless you are a guest of the Inn.&nbsp;There is no valet.&nbsp; What is the schedule?&nbsp; The ceremony will begin at 4:00 pm followed by cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing.&nbsp;Weather permitting, the ceremony will take place outside, cocktail hour in a covered tent, with dinner served inside.&nbsp; Dinner will be family style with vegetarian and gluten free options.&nbsp; Open House Brunch&nbsp; Stop by Terry &amp; Sammantha’s and grab some breakfast before heading off. We’d love to see you!&nbsp;

Q + A

To book this room block, please put our block dates in the reservation, May 24-26, using the link. Hotel Indigo is a less than 10 minute drive to Nicollet Island Pavilion. Newly remodeled mid-century modern hotel is ideally located in the Central Business Distirct of downtown Minneapolis. There are two onsite restaurants, the Star Bistro and Star Bar, featuring classic 1960s décor. Menus are inspired by classic French cuisine with a modern American twist. Hotel Indigo also features an onsite concessions stand. For our history nerds: Hotel Indigo is located in the Northstar Center building, former home of Pillsbury and Cargill and the original Northstar Inn. The building is the birthplace of the Minneapolis skyway system, the world's largest contiguous system of enclosed second-level bridges.

Hotel Indigo Minneapolis Downtown an IHG Hotel

Stumbling distance from the venue. Please call to reserve your room with the Horstman Watson room block. Located on Nicollet Island and ruled by Island Law (bar closes at midnight,) the Inn features an onsite restaurant with outdoor seating. It is walking distance to Old Main Street in St. Anthony home to Aster Café and Jefe Urban Cocina. A few blocks away, you'll find Punch Pizza, Kramarzcuks, and Whiteys Old Town Saloon. For the history nerds: Nicollet Island Inn was constructed in 1893 as the Island Sash &amp; Door Company, one of the few buildings to survive the fire of 1894. The building served as home to serval milling companies and a Salvation Army shelter until the building was sold back to the city, under whose watch it enjoyed another rebirth as the Nicollet Island Inn.

Last day to book this block is April 23, 2025! (Use the link!) The Depot (a Marriott hotel) is less than 10 minute drive from Nicollet Island Pavilion. It is located in the Mill District and is near Gutherie Theater, the Mill City Museum, US Bank Stadium, Target Field, and the Stone Arch Bridge. Features an onsite restaurant, Milwaukee Road, and is near award winning restaurant, Owamni by The Souix Chef and late night spot, Crooked Pint Ale House. For our history nerds: The Depot is located in the old Milwaukee Road Depot building is on the National Register of Historical Places.

Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot

Closest Airport: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport Minneapolis is served by both Uber and Lyft. All wedding events take place in the same neighborhood, near all our recommended hotels. No need to rent a car unless you want to explore Greater Minnesota!

Travel

The Dates of Samm &amp; Terry: a tour of Nordeast First date: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/331+Club/@45.0011513,-93.2655022,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b32d88167a1d3d:0xb476d17b93485be!8m2!3d45.0011513!4d-93.2629273!16s%2Fg%2F12tb6wqpl?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The historic 331 Club</a> (if you’re looking for a dive bar and live music) First anniversary: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/All+Saints+Restaurant/@44.9877324,-93.2592655,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b32d4728ac2751:0x2afec23e47d28672!8m2!3d44.9877324!4d-93.2566906!16s%2Fg%2F11qh8_k4vb?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">All Saints</a> (if you’re looking for something fancy) Place Terry isn’t allowed to go to without Samm: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Centro/@45.0027315,-93.2540144,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b32d9054eafb3f:0x21829da7b9afaf6a!8m2!3d45.0027315!4d-93.2514395!16s%2Fg%2F11f10pcyw7?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Centro</a> (if you’re looking for our favorite tacos and margs) Most frequent date: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Element+Wood+Fire+Pizza/@44.99858,-93.2726309,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b332798e072aa3:0x9128a055fcb98fe3!8m2!3d44.9985801!4d-93.26776!16s%2Fg%2F1tj1m4lw?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Element Wood Fire Pizza</a> (if you’re looking for just really solid pizza) Second date: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Elsie&#39;s/@44.9951596,-93.268942,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b3327ed6d0007d:0x8535c29330ca744c!8m2!3d44.9951596!4d-93.2663671!16s%2Fg%2F1tcxp9s3?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Elsie’s</a> (if you’re looking for a bowling alley, sports bar, or meat raffle) Not nearly frequent enough date: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Northeast+Social/@45.0010122,-93.264304,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b32d886573956b:0x99b33662f0733900!8m2!3d45.0010122!4d-93.2617291!16s%2Fg%2F1tm68l0w?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Northeast Social</a> (if you’re looking for a really solid meal) Another frequent date: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Young+Joni/@45.0010473,-93.2692999,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b332777496c9d1:0x5c36fc012721f82c!8m2!3d45.0010473!4d-93.266725!16s%2Fg%2F11c2ldvlwk?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Young Joni</a> (if you’re looking for a place featured on the popular Netflix program ‘Chef’s Table) Another multiple dive bar date: <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Mayslack&#39;s/@45.0029347,-93.2643241,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x52b32d89aecde763:0x9d2c0bdeffac050b!8m2!3d45.0029347!4d-93.2617492!16s%2Fm%2F0k3c1df?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI0MDgyNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mayslack’s</a> (if you’re new in town and looking for pull tabs) For the sports fans (of which there are several of you): Even if the Timberwolves aren't playing in the Western Conference Finals in late May again, there will still be plenty of games to catch at many of our beloved sporting venues around town. The <a href="https://www.mlb.com/twins/schedule/2025/fullseason" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twins</a> have home games on Wednesday (12:10 pm), Friday (7:10 pm), Saturday (1:10 pm), and Sunday (1:10 pm) during wedding week. Target field is <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Target+Field,+1+Twins+Way,+Minneapolis,+MN+55403/Nicollet+Island+Pavilion,+Power+Street,+Minneapolis,+MN/@44.9837102,-93.2742266,16z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m14!4m13!1m5!1m1!1s0x52b3328dee3c8725:0xe4e25962132fc555!2m2!1d-93.2776292!2d44.981743!1m5!1m1!1s0x52b32d7dc689e485:0x683cff8b0bfc437f!2m2!1d-93.2601096!2d44.9847379!3e0?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDEyOC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">close</a> to Nicollet Island Pavilion, but maybe only try to make it to that Sunday game if you're speedy and are cool with leaving by the 7th-inning stretch (don't even think about it, groomsmen). The four-time/should be five-time WNBA champion <a href="https://lynx.wnba.com/schedule?season=2025&amp;month=all&amp;location=all&amp;opponent=all" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Minnesota Lynx</a> have home games on Wednesday (7 pm), Friday (6:30 pm), and Tuesday (7 pm). <a href="https://www.mnufc.com/schedule/matches#competition=all&amp;date=2025-02-22" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Minnesota United FC</a> (tha FACKIN' LOONS!) also have a home game on Saturday night at 7:30 pm. Grab a beer at one of Terry's favorite haunts, The Black Hart of Saint Paul before the game. For the Minnesota State Fair Fans: <a href="https://www.mnstatefair.org/kickoff-to-summer/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kickoff to Summer at the Fair</a> is back! Started during COVID, the fifth annual will run May 22-25. This slice-of-the-fair event features food and fun things to do – but with the laid-back patio vibe we all love about Minnesota summers. Favorite fair food and brews at nearly 40 vendors, music and entertainment free with admission, shopping at 20+ specialty Minnesota merchants, Giant Slide rides, yard games, history tours, free parking, and so much more!&nbsp;

Things to Do

Registry

In a nod to Sammantha’s Italian/Sicilian heritage, she and Terry will be wearing green the night before the wedding. Italian brides wear green the night before their wedding for good luck.&nbsp; Guests are asked to dress for a black and white party! [NOTE HERE ABOUT DINNER]

Sammantha’s grandmother, Luisa Maria Ponticiello (Louise Watson), is pictured above on her wedding day in Trenton, New Jersey in August 1958.

Sammantha & Terry

Sammantha & Terry

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