Rehearsal dinner

Darrell and Vickie’s residence 

Wedding ceremony

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Michael and I actually met through our kids! Graham, Reese and Brynn all attended the same daycare. The kids were all best friends and also attended each other’s birthday parties through out the years. Eventually Michael worked up the courage to ask me  to have a play date with the kids all together. The play “date” went so well that we decided to test out a play date without the kids! 😜  What began as simple moments- drop-offs, conversations, and shared time- quickly turned into something neither of us expected. It didn’t take long to realize there was something different about us. Some might say it happened fast, but when you know, you know. Our lives blended just as naturally as our connection grew, and before we knew it, we weren’t just building a relationship-we were building a family. Through every laugh, every chaotic moment, and every quiet in-between, we found something real and something worth holding on to. Now, we can’t wait to celebrate this next chapter with all of you- because our story is only just beginning.

How did Michael and Vanessa meet?

Our Story

Photos

Vanessa’s best friend since the first day of college!

Brianna Giese

Amanda Schiller

Olivia Fischer

Tanya Cimenski

Jennessa Runia-Bade

Whitney Rodeberg

Reese 

Brynn

Navy

Graham

Gretchen

Teagan

Denver

Derrek

Hadley

Patty

Steve

Judy

Carl

Tavis

Amanda

Lee Ann

Shayne & Cheyenne Carlson

Tyler

Wedding Party

Q + A

We appreciate everyone that is making the drive to celebrate with us! We will have onsite parking, but it is limited. There will also be a shuttle coming from the hotel, if you would prefer to park there and ride the shuttle to the ceremony/reception.

Travel

We have a 32 room wedding block (Bartz/Welinski) at the Grandstay Hotel DO NOT book through our website on The Knot, it will say the rooms are way more expensive. YOU WILL NEED TO BOOK BY SEPT. 1ST 2026.

Grand Stay Hotel

FIRST book your room and RSVP! SECOND go to the Q&amp;A tab on our website to answer all your questions! THIRD go buy yourself a new black outfit to rock all night! LAST come celebrate with us and spend your night laughing and making memories!

We are so excited to have you celebrate with us in Glenwood! If you’re spending a little extra time in the area, here are some of our favorite places to relax, explore and enjoy a little fall magic while you’re here! Take a walk along Lake Minnewaska- perfect for crisp fall views Visit Barsness Park for trails, lake views and fresh air Rolling Forks Vineyards- beautiful vineyard, great wine, and amazing fall scenery Minnewaska House Brewing Co.- local brews and a laid-back vibe Gather Coffee + Bistro- The cutest little coffee shop Lakeside- Bar and grill right off the lake with a beautiful view

Things to Do

Registry

We’re doing an all-black dress code — feel free to style it however you like!Keep in mind that the ceremony is going to be held outdoors! (Closed toe shoes in case of snow, dressy coats)Reception will be in a heated shed.

Dress Code

Vanessa & Michael

Vanessa & Michael

Things to Do

Grand Stay Hotel