Central Library - Kansas City Public Library

Wedding Day

Wedding

The Guild Kansas City

Reception

Our Wedding

<a href="http://stacey-kyle.wisdomwatsonweddings.com/">http://stacey-kyle.wisdomwatsonweddings.com/</a>Our amazing photographer was a journalist in a past life and wrote a wonderful story to go along with our engagement photos!

Our Story By Erin Wisdom-Watson

We met at McCoy's in the Westport area of Kansas City on September 18th, 2014. He walked me to my car and asked me out again for later that week. We've been pretty inseparable ever since. Because we're both horrible at keeping track of dates, for a year we thought our anniversary was the 17th!

The Meet

Bald is beautiful. At least that's what he tells everyone... He found a girl who believed him and he didn't let go.

Kyle

Anyone who knows Stacey knows she is the ultimate dog-lover.... so it was no surprise when her puppy love landed on a large, hairy human.

Stacey

He had planned to propose on a riverboat on the Mississippi as we passed by the Gateway Arch on July 13, 2016, but the weather had other plans. After a summer of constant rain, with another storm that day, the river cruise was canceled. It was a good thing too. In a rush to get out of the house, we left the dogs outside and had to turn around to let them back in. We would have missed the boat! We decided to go ahead and go through with our dinner plans in downtown St. Louis anyway. By the time we got there, the storm had cleared and it had turned into a beautiful evening. After having dinner at the Bud Brewhouse we walked a few blocks to see the Gateway Arch where Kyle popped the question on the lawn in front of the Arch. Spoilers... she said yes!

The Proposal

Wedding FAQs

What Should I Wear? We ask that you stick to semi-formal dress. No jeans, please! MEN: A dark suit and tie. WOMEN: A cocktail dress or a dressy skirt and top. There is a garden area at the Guild where there will be outdoor games and a photo booth, so wear comfortable shoes!

What's your theme? With our love for reading and of the Kansas City Library we will be having a vintage literary theme!How do I get to the venue? How do I get from the ceremony to the reception? The Central Library is located in downtown Kansas City at 14 W 10 St, Kansas City, MO 64105 and is accessible by car. The Library and the Guild are only one mile apart! Please make sure to move your car out of the Library parking garage as it does close!Where can I park? Isn't it going to be hard to park downtown? Parking is simple! Parking is being provided by the bride and groom at the awesome parking garage located next to the library! It's that building with the giant books on the side of it right across the street! There is plenty of parking lots and street parking around the Guild as well.What time should I arrive? The Central Library is in operation and we cannot access the building until after it closes at 5:00 p.m. Please do not arrive before 5:30 p.m. as library security will not allow you to enter the building until then! The reception will start right after the ceremony ends! Can I bring my kids? Yes. Since the ceremony hall has a big echo, the bride and groom do ask that you be considerate of the officiant and other guests on the bride and groom's special day. Where should I stay? There will be several blocks of rooms reserved at different price points and for guests traveling with pets. The bride and groom have had wonderful experiences with sites like <a href="http://airbnb.com/" target="_blank">airbnb</a>, <a href="http://vrbo.com/" target="_blank">vrbo</a>, and <a href="http://homeaway.com/" target="_blank">homeaway</a> and suggest renting an apartment/house for your stay! This is often cheaper and doesn't typically have added costs for things like parking. (Each listing is different so make sure to check what is included in a place before you book it!) There is also a KOA with kabins and spots for campers on the outskirts of the Kansas City suburbs the bride and groom highly recommend! Complete with playgrounds, swimming pool and bounce pad for the kids (and adults)!

Our Story

Getting from Ceremony to Reception

From Central Library to The Guild

Coming out of the parking garage: Turn LEFT on Baltimore At the light turn RIGHT on 9th St. At the next intersection turn RIGHT on Main St. Make a RIGHT on 10th St. Go 4 blocks and turn RIGHT on Oak Street Make a LEFT on 16th St. Take first RIGHT on Locust The Guild KC will be on the left If you reach 17th you've gone too far.

Details

The Bride and Groom are not having a traditional wedding party where the girls stand on one side and the boys stand on the other. Instead, they will be having an "I Do Crew" to stand around them and celebrate them coming together as a couple. 

I Do Crew

Martin and Stacey met in SOC 101 at Eastern Michigan University their sophomore year and lived on the same floor in the dorms, quickly&nbsp;becoming&nbsp;good friends.&nbsp;The next year Stacey became "the fifth roommate" taking over Martin's couch on
many occasions. They even took a bowling class together, twice.&nbsp;Stacey and Martin have stayed in contact over the years even when&nbsp;living on opposite sides of the country at times. Kyle and Stacey met up with Martin and his girlfriend&nbsp;Abby
in D.C. one summer and when discussing officiants Kyle and Stacey both couldn't think of anyone better than Martin! Martin is well spoken and outgoing, so get ready for a fun ceremony!&nbsp;

Martin Peters 

Matt and Kyle grew up together in Elsberry, bonding over nerdy pursuits such as fantasy novels and computer games. They've remained very close friends their entire lives despite often times living far away from one another. 

Matt Bazzell

Sister-in-law to Kyle, Stacey can't wait to have a "sister"! 

Jessica Boedeker

Kyle has quite literally known Jason his entire life, since Jason is his older brother!

Jason Boedeker

Shin-Howe and Stacey met in 1997 in middle school band and had a friendly rivalry over first-chair trumpet. The unlikely duo stayed friends through the years and bonded over their love of baseball. They reconnected in 2010 when Stacey moved back to southern California and Shin-Howe was there to offer a drop-off or pick-up at the airport, to help with a move, or of course catch a Padres game. Shin-Howe has always known Stacey better than she knows herself and was the first to tell Stacey the new guy in her life was the real deal. 

Shin-Howe Chen

Chris and Kyle grew up together in Elsberry. They got close during their time together in the ALP program and then during high school, finding trouble mostly in Chris' basement. They've remained close over the years and still manage to get into some trouble every now and then. 

Chris Evans

Katie and Kyle grew up together in Elsberry, sharing many of the same classes and even riding the same bus home (I5 represent!). Eventually, Chris decided that she was the one for him, which meant Katie became an integral part of our small group! A welcome part! After that, Katie and Kyle became and remain great friends.

Katie Evans

Stacey and Jessica met when Stacey moved to Kansas City and became fast friends, bonding over being two  females working in the sports industry and a mutual love of country music. Though most of their friendship has consisted of one or both of them working 16 hour days, 6 days a week with trips out of state, they have stayed close. Jessica and Stacey get together as much as they can even though they are now separated by an entire state. 

Jessica G

Kyle and Eddie met freshman year at Mizzou and became fast friends, even traveling to Belgium together for four months during a study abroad program. They've done a lot together and have forged an irreplaceable friendship from their life experiences.

Eddie Itkin

Lindsey and Stacey first met in 1997 at Meadow Brook Middle School in Poway, California through mutual friends. In the three years they lived in the same place at the same time, there were many sleepovers, road trips with each other's families and, of course, talks about boys. So of course Lindsey was the first person Stacey told about Kyle. Even though for most of their friendship they have been separated by 1,000+ miles, it's rare for them to go a day without talking. 

Lindsey Solenberger

Rob and Kyle met freshman year of college in good old Cramer hall. After clarifying that he preferred to be called Rob and not Robert, Kyle and Rob were inseparable, even living together for a few years. Many beers and games of Call of Duty  later, their friendship was cemented for good.

Rob Wilder

Jeff and Kyle became friends during the summer that shall not be named. He started hanging out with Matt and Chris and I and was gladly accepted as one of us. Today he and Kyle are great friends, bonding over music and video games and great beer of course. 

Jeff Bazzell

Stacey and Kyle met Abby through their officiant Martin on a trip to D.C. in 2015, where Stacey told Martin he better marry that girl! (Don't worry he is!)  The couples have enjoyed a vacation together to Chicago and can't wait for many more to come!

Abby

Kenzie

Kendyl

Wedding Party

Photos

Q + A

Registry

<a href="http://mapq.st/2kqHbVB" target="_blank">Directions from Library to The Guild</a>

Directions

If you need help booking accommodations please contact Kim Sharp, mother of the bride

$169/night Parking: $18/night 5 miles from venues. Walking distance to the Plaza with shopping, dinning and bars. Close to museums. Group rate available for Friday, September 8 and Saturday September 9 (surrounding dates may also be available). <a href="http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/group-corporate-travel/groupCorp.mi?resLinkData=Sharp%20-%20Boedeker%20Wedding%5Emcipl%60sbwsbwa%7Csbwsbwb%60169.00%60USD%60false%604%609/6/17%609/12/17%608/18/17&amp;app=resvlink&amp;stop_mobi=yes" target="_blank">Book Online Here</a> phone: (800) 810-3708 Mention Sharp Boedeker Wedding Guest Block Must be booked by August 9, 2017 to receive group rate

Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza

$179/night Parking: $23/night Group rate available for Friday, September 8 and Saturday September 9 (possible to book surrounding dates at discounted rate as well!) Located less than 1 mile from ceremony and reception venues.Reserving online at <a href="http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/MCIPRHF-Hilton-President-Kansas-City-Missouri/index.do" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&amp;q=http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/MCIPRHF-Hilton-President-Kansas-City-Missouri/index.do&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1488570120561000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHVic550rh4AKhhW2UTKiVcRCCVFw">Hilton President Reservations </a>After clicking the link above, enter your dates of stay Click "More Options" located below the dates of stay Click "Add Special Rate Codes" Enter your unique group code, SBW, in the Group Code box Click "Check Availability" The rooms available within the group block will show up. Verify group rate. Complete reservation by selecting room type and entering personal information. Must be booked by August 9, 2017 to receive group rate.

Hilton President Kansas City

$89.10/night King with microwave and mini-fridge $98.10/night 2 beds with microwave and mini-fridge Free Breakfast Free WiFi Free Parking Pets stay free 15 miles from venues (about 20-30 mins) Close to i70 and fast food Group rate available for Friday, September 8 and Saturday September 9. Must book by phone: Mention Group Code: 6396GROIFX 731 Must be Booked by August 18th for discount!

La Quinta Inn & Suites Blue Springs

$179/night Parking: $18/night 5 miles from venues. Walking distance to the Plaza with shopping, dinning and bars. Close to museums. Group rate available for Friday, September 8 and Saturday September 9 Booking Online: Enter arrival and departure dates and click "Book Now". On the left hand side, click on group code box and enter the group code which is SBW and then click "apply". Group rate will appear, choose room type and continue booking. Booking via phone: Mention Sharp Boedeker Wedding Block Must be booked by August 9, 2017 to receive group rate

Intercontinental Kansas City At The Plaza

Short-term apartment and house rentals.

airbnb

Apartment and home short-term rentals.

VRBO

Short term apartments and houses.

HomeAway

About 30 minutes from ceremony and reception venues. Small cabins, space rentals for RVs and campers of all sizes. Pet friendly! Playground, pool and bouncy pad for the kids.

KOA Kampgrounds

Travel

Kansas City Zoo

The Royals offer a variety of tours that will give you an inside look at the 'crown jewel' of baseball stadiums. All tours feature a look at the Royals Pressbox, Dugout and Interview Room. Select the tour that works best for you!

Tour Kauffman Stadium

Offered on Saturdays only. A 90 minute guided tour of the press box, Scout Investments Club Level, locker room, field, and the Chiefs Hall of Honor presented by Time Warner Cable.

Tour Arrowhead Stadium

Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun combine for a 235-acre amusement park boasting roller coasters, thrill rides, live entertainment &amp; a Snoopy-themed kids' area.

Worlds Of Fun & Oceans of Fun

National World War I Museum and Memorial

Children of all ages and their adults are welcome to create art together at free 40-minute Family Art Sessions. These sessions are offered throughout the year based on area school schedules. Check the website for information and the session schedules!All children must be accompanied by an adult and all adults must be accompanied by a child. We require a minimum of one adult for every 6 children in your group. Tickets are FREE on a first come basis until a session fills.

Kaleidoscope - Free

A wonder for all ages, SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium is home to more than 5,000 sea creatures. Explore interactive touch pools, walk through an underwater tunnel with 180-degree views, and get astonishingly close to a blacktip reef shark swimming alongside graceful rays in the ocean exhibit.

SEA LIFE Kansas City Aquarium

With fun for all ages, this is the ultimate indoor LEGO® attraction and is ideal for families with children between 3 and 10 years old.Dive into hands-on activities for visitors of all ages including a DUPLO® Village play area with softer bricks for the youngest builders in your family. Check out a miniature replica of Kansas City with city landmarks built from more than a million bricks and then follow Professor Brick-a-Brack on the LEGO® Factory Tour to watch real LEGO® bricks being made.On the Kingdom Quest Laser Ride, test your skills with a laser-zapper as you help vanquish skeletons and trolls from your chariot. Then pedal to the skies on Merlin's Apprentice Ride. You may pick up some new skills from the LEGO® Master Builder Academy's workshops and test your creations on the speed ramps and earthquake tables at the LEGO® Racers Build &amp; Test zone.Grab a seat and a pair of 3-D glasses to experience the wind, rain, and lighting effects in the 4-D Cinema as your favorite LEGO® characters come to life before your eyes. Clamber on the climbing wall, fly down the slide, and play on the giant colorful jungle gym at the LEGO® Fire Academy.

LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Kansas City

You are invited to discover some of the 34,500 pieces in the collection of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. From ceramic objects found in ancient Chinese tombs to whimsical sculptures of badminton birdies, the Nelson-Atkins collection spans over 5,000 years of humanity.The Nelson-Atkins aspires to create a glorious environment--the ongoing experience which is in itself as compelling as a single "blockbuster" event. Each visit to the Nelson-Atkins brings different connections and unique experiences. Whether you are exploring the collection for the first time or the hundredth time, there's always something new.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

The sleek exterior of Kansas City's Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, designed by Gunnar Birkerts, only hints at the activity within its walls. The open, light-filled atrium provides a striking setting for art activities in the Museum, which is accessible to all, free of charge, year-round. The permanent collection, temporary exhibitions, free public programs, special events, and the ever-popular Café Sebastienne provide endless opportunities for education and entertainment.The heart of the Museum is its permanent collection, which has more than tripled to nearly one thousand works in just over ten years time. At the core of the permanent collection is the Bebe and Crosby Kemper Collection, a gift by the Museum's founders R. Crosby and Bebe Kemper and the Kemper Foundations. Encompassing art created from the time of the 1913 New York Armory Show to today, the collection includes works by such renowned artists as Dale Chihuly, Petah Coyne, Morris Louis, Georgia O'Keeffe, Fairfield Porter, Jaume Plensa, Matthew Ritchie, Wayne Thiebaud, and Andy Warhol.

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

One of only 13 U.S. Presidential Libraries, the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum's two permanent exhibits chronicle the Missourian's private life and political career -- with exhibits depicting his most difficult decisions like using the atomic bomb, the Cold War and recognizing Israel. President Truman and his wife, Bess, their daughter Margaret Truman Daniel and her husband E. Clifton Daniel, are buried in the museum's courtyard. Museum visitors can also see two of Truman's offices -- the actual office he used at the Library from 1957-1966 and a replica of his Oval Office with a recorded message from him about the contents.The museum's historical collection consists of approximately 30,000 objects -- including hundreds of Truman family possessions, political memorabilia, diplomatic gifts and 1,300 letters from the Truman courtship and marriage.

Harry S Truman Library and Museum

Movie theater featuring new &amp; classic films with cocktails &amp; creative bites served seat-side.Strict no talking and no cell phone policy.

Alamo Drafthouse

Spots on our Public Tours are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are available only on the day of the tour. Tickets become available at 10 a.m. every day in our gift shop, and tickets can only be claimed in person. One person can claim up to four spots.Friendly heads up: Because Boulevard fans are the best fans, our tours fill up quickly, especially on weekends! Tickets for each day's tours become available at 10 a.m., and are often gone shortly thereafter.Details: Enjoy a 60-minute walking tour of our production facility. Along the way, you'll learn about the history of our company, our brewing process, and our approach to beer and business. The tour concludes in our Tasting Room where you can sample a variety of Boulevard beers. Visit their website for more information!

Boulevard Brewing Co - Take a Free tour!

We go to great lengths to bring you the best <a href="https://www.theroasterie.com/coffee">coffee</a> in the world. And nobody does it like we do. Come by for a complimentary tour and learn all about our <a href="https://www.theroasterie.com/about/story/cupping">cupping</a>, <a href="https://www.theroasterie.com/about/story/air-roasting">roasting</a> and blending processes. You might even get to start up one of our roasters yourself, or try your hand at cupping coffee.Complimentary tours:Monday - Friday at 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.Saturday at 8:30 a.m.,10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.Sunday at 10:30am and 12:30pm.

The Rotisserie

Dine, Drink and play.With more than 50 unique and captivating restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment venues, the Kansas City Power &amp; Light District offers something for everyone. Walk through the eight blocks of the Power &amp; Light District, and you will discover a variety of local boutiques with the latest fashions and trends and an array of cuisines at the many restaurants and cafes. For those looking for a fun night on the town, check out KC Live, an entertainment plaza with two levels of high-energy bars, restaurants and nightclubs plus live music and more. Features free concerts during the summer!

Power and Light District, Kansas City

Dine, drink, shop, play and stay! InterContinental Kansas City and Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza both have blocks of rooms for guests and are walking distance to the Plaza!Take in the sights and sounds of this 15-block area with a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride or a gondola float on the adjacent Brush Creek. Two nationally renowned art museums are located nearby, <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/nelson-atkins-museum-art">The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art</a> and the <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/kemper-museum-contemporary-art">Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art</a>. It's been said, and bears repeating: no trip to Kansas City is complete without shopping on The Plaza. Seasoned shoppers will find high-end labels like Michael Kors, <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/kate-spade-new-york">Kate Spade</a> and <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/burberry">Burberry</a>. Local-vores will love Hallmark-owned <a href="http://www.hmk1910.com/" target="_blank">HMK</a> as well asa Scandia Down—home to lush bedding and soothing bath salts—and <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/three-dog-bakery">Three Dog Bakery</a>, which began in KC and now has locations around the globe, not to mention a gigantic menu of treats for man's best friend. For antiques, venture to <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/visitors/things-do/treasure-hunting-kc">45th &amp; State Line</a>, where you'll find a charming collection of traditional and vintage. Sidewalk cafes and patios on the Plaza just can't be beat. See for yourself and rest your heels at local institutions like <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/classic-cup-cafe">The Classic Cup</a> (seafood and sandwiches), <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/zocalo-mexican-cuisine-tequilleria">Zócalo</a> (modern Mexican cuisine) or <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/gram-dun">Gram &amp; Dun</a> (comfort food with libation pairings). <a href="https://www.visitkc.com/business-detail/plaza-iii-steakhouse">Plaza III Steakhouse</a> is an iconic local establishment, serving local farm-raised beef and those famous Kansas City Strips.

Stacey & Kyle

Stacey & Kyle

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