Pre-Party Dinner

The Harris Building

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Winter

As our day draws near we want to remind our guests that if you’re actively or have recently experienced any COVID 19 symptoms please stay home for the health and safety of the rest of our guests. We hope to see ALL your smiling faces and share our day with you, but we realize that might not be possible this year. We appreciate your love and support even if it’s from afar.

Our Wedding

Our Story

Engagement Photos

Logan and I have been best friends since elementary school. We played numerous sports together throughout high school, were roommates after college, and I can always rely on Logan to be there for me when it matters most. 

Logan Mathews

Ben and I met both Beth and Jaime, our Officiant, when we first started dating and our group friendship blossomed immediately. The Swanson’s have always been down for late night Grand Rapids adventures, camping excursions, and long days on northern rivers. Our friendship has always felt like one big family and we are so excited to have them both at our wedding. 

Beth Swanson

Alex and I became friends while on our high school golf team. We spent many days and nights golfing, playing ping pong, watching Family Guy and the Chappelle show. Alex has remained a steadfast friend throughout my life and has always made it a point to check in and maintain the great friendship that we have.

Alex Watkins

I moved in with Andi my last year of college and had some of my best times in Grand Rapids with her. Andi has always been such a supportive friend and is down for pizza in sweats on the living room floor or a night on the town. Her admiration continues to push me to be the best version of myself. 

Andi Rozell

Arvell and I became coworkers when he moved to Michigan from NYC. We quickly became friends when I invited him to a MSU tailgate and I realized he could drink Michigan craft beer like a champ! After that he became my number 1 drinking buddy and confidant. Since then we’ve made many great memories, with many more to come.

Arvell Harris

Necee and I became immediate friends after Arvell introduced us at a friends wedding. We like to keep our men on their toes and take trips together. Even with the distance between us every time we see each other it feels like no time has passed. 

Necee Jennings

Where do I start... Miles is my adventurous older cousin who’ve I’ve always looked up to.  We’ve had more  skiing, backpacking and kayaking  adventures than I can count. He’s always down for a good time but you better keep up! If you’re looking for the party during this wedding look no further than Miles. 

Miles Glendening

Loganne is someone I seek out for a good time and an even better conversation. Her love and care for those around her is unmatched and I am so thankful she has welcomed me into the family with such open arms. Not to mention her extra hands with wedding help, thank you for everything!

Loganne Glendening

Wedding Party

Q + A

Welcome to our big day! Please see travel instructions below for further assistance.   VENUE: We will have both our ceremony and reception at The Harris Building in downtown Grand Rapids. The address for this location is: 111 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids MI 49503   PARKING AND ENTRY: The day of the event will include a complimentary valet service. Once you pull up to the venue your car will be serviced curbside on Division Ave. Your car will be parked in a gated lot for security and there will be a private coat check inside. When entering the venue please let security at the door know you are here for the Burny-Glendening wedding and they will direct you to the entrance.   HOTEL: Our preferred hotel with room block is the Canopy by Hilton below. This is the closest hotel with the most convenience for the event. If you do not feel comfortable staying here we have listed recommended hotels both in and out of the city. Uber / Lyft is available throughout the city if you do not want to drive to the venue.  HEALTH AND SAFETY NOTE: As our day draws near we want to remind our guests that if you’re actively or have recently experienced any COVID 19 symptoms please stay home for the health and safety of the rest of our guests. We hope to see ALL your smiling faces and share our day with you, but we realize that might not be possible this year. We appreciate your love and support even if it’s from afar.   Hotels are listed below from closest to furthest from venue.

This is our preferred hotel and the only hotel we will have an official room block in. The Canopy is the closest hotel to our venue and we want to be able to give our guests the ease of close access.There is no requirement to stay here and we have also listed other hotel options for your convenience.

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Brand new hotel to downtown GR. Close to Ionia bars and restaurants.

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Located across the river but still only a short drive to the venue.

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown

A ‘downtown feel’ while not being in the heart of the city. Very close to the Omelette Shoppe which is a great breakfast place after a long night out.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids

A short 10 minute drive out of the city to a main crossroad, Beltline Ave. Includes a great restaurant next door, Gravity, for lunch / dinner.

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

Located the furthest away, about a 20 minute drive, the Red Roof is perfect for budget travelers. Since it is located so close to the airport there are many amenities near.

Red Roof Inn Grand Rapids Airport

Travel

Our favorite bars and restaurants are listed below! If you have an extra day in the city we would love for you to visit some of our favorite spots.

Shanel & Ben

Shanel & Ben

Eat + Drink

Founders Brewing Co

Blue Dog Tavern

Brewery Vivant

New Holland Brewing - The Knickerbocker

Butcher's Union

Rockwell Republic

Donkey Taqueria

Two Beards Deli

Downtown Market Grand Rapids

Omelette Shop

Westsider Cafe