Detroit Yacht Club

Wedding Day

Wedding

Reception

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we have made the difficult decision to proceed with our marriage on September 26, 2020 with our immediate family present. However, we look forward to celebrating&nbsp;our vow renewal&nbsp;and one-year anniversary celebration with each and every one of our extended family and friends on October 16, 2021. We are saddened that we will not be able to celebrate with you this year but, please know, we are greatly&nbsp;anticipating our overdue celebration for when we are all safe to gather again.&nbsp;

COVID-19 UPDATE

Valerie and Jerry&nbsp;met during their time working for a public&nbsp;charter school in Detroit. Valerie&nbsp;knew&nbsp;Jerry as the incredibly smart and hard-working "data guy." Jerry knew Valerie as a cute&nbsp;first-year teacher who had no idea what she was getting herself into.&nbsp;Their first official interaction is still something they joke about - the poor guy had to come to Valerie's school and break the news that she&nbsp;was going to have to make a major adjustment in her teaching. Little did he know that his kind and caring demeanor during that conversation was already changing her heart. Fast forward a few months, a few awkward conversations, and a few sneaky comments from their&nbsp;co-workers, and they were on our first date at Shangri-La. The rest, as they say, is history. They bonded on that first date over their love of education, social justice, long-term goals and ideas,&nbsp;and interesting family stories. They laughed and joked and Jerry even had Valerie trying new foods (which, if you knew her before Jerry, this&nbsp;was not an easy thing to do). As they now&nbsp;prepare for their wedding day, they are increasingly excited to share such a special day with each and every one of you.&nbsp;

How We Met

Our Story

Our Wedding

Details

RSVP

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Please respond for each guest invited. You may fill out the form for up to 2 guests (you and your partner, spouse, guest, etc.). If you need to RSVP for more than 2 guests, submit the form once and then submit the form again with your additional guests. If you would prefer to RSVP an alternate way, please call or text Valerie: 248.224.6621

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Directions

Directions to the Detroit Yacht Club

- Traveling east on E Jefferson Ave: keep right onto E Grand Blvd, toward&nbsp;the MacArthur Bridge to Belle Isle

- Traveling west on E Jefferson Ave: turn left&nbsp;onto E Grand Blvd, toward&nbsp;the MacArthur Bridge to Belle Isle



-&nbsp;Traveling south on E Grand Blvd: turn left&nbsp;onto E Grand Blvd, toward&nbsp;the MacArthur Bridge to Belle Isle 





























 







Cross the bridge and keep left onto Casino Way - If park attendants are there,&nbsp;let them&nbsp;know you are attending&nbsp;a wedding at the Detroit Yacht Club 











In 0.6 miles, at the roundabout, take the second exit to continue straight&nbsp;onto Central Ave 











In 1.4 miles, turn left onto Lakeside St











In 0.8 miles, turn right - When you arrive at the bridge to the Detroit Yacht Club, let the attendant know you are there for the Murrell/Giordano Wedding











Valet service is provided

Registry

Tracy Murrell

Ethan Strickler

Steve Graul

Mary Reinhardt

Colin Greaney

Angela Walters

Parker Hawkins

Laura Schafer

Elisa Graul

Graham Sager-Gellerman

Linda Giordano

Dave Vessella

Julianna Graul

Michael Graul

Alexis Graul

Wedding Party

Photos

Q + A

To book reservations over the phone, call (877) 901-6632 and mention the Murrell-Giordano WeddingTo book reservations online, click "Book a Room" below or go to https://book.passkey.com/go/murrellgiordanowedding

Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

Transportation to and from the ceremony and reception will be provided for guests staying at the Detroit Marriott. Please sign up for a time slot during check-in when you arrive.

Shuttle Service

Travel

Things to Do

Valerie & Jerry

Valerie & Jerry

V&J

Wedding Day

5:00 PM–12:00 AM

Wedding

Reception