RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA
Evan & Marie WEDDING WEEKEND
WELCOME FAMILY AND FRIENDS
OUR HOME
823 WESTON STREET
We met on August 28th 2023 and signed on our house on October 27th 2023. A few renovations, homemade garden beds and layers of paint later - we're really looking forward to have you all over to celebrate.
Cozy Gathering at Our Place
Friday Night: The Welcome Party
Bring yourself, your significant other and your children! Hosted in our home, this night will kick off the wedding weekend celebrations. The welcome party is designed so all of our wedding guests can meet before the main event. Music and catered finger foods to please both vegetarians and meat-eaters.
*While less formal and more low-key than the wedding reception, toasts and the sharing of stories is absolutely welcome.
WHO The whole family (yourself, S/O, kids)
WHERE 823 Weston Street, Raleigh North Carolina 27610 (CLICK FOR MAP)
WHEN 7pm - 10:30pm EST
ATTIRE Business fancy. Marie is wearing a custom made dress and green boots (see image to right ) Everyone should look spiffy. Whatever you feel really good in is perfect :)
MENU The food for the event will be catered by the fabulous restaurant NOFO, known for its exceptional classic southern comfort cuisine. Stuffed mushrooms, crab cakes, pimento cheese, veggies, shrimp cocktail, fried chicken sliders..
TO DRINK beer, wine, signature cocktail created by Evan, sparkling flavored bevs, juices.
PARKING AVAILABILITY Plenty of street parking
ACCESSIBILITY Ramp access to front door. Single level home.
WEDDING CELEBRATION IN WAKE FOREST, NORTH CAROLINA
SATURDAY NIGHT: THE WEDDING CELEBRATION
WHO ADULTS ONLY, Please. We only have 38 seats total to work with.
EVENING CHILDCARE (COMING SOON)
WHERE AMALIA'S AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE 1248 South Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587
WHEN 5:30pm - until we're done! EST
ATTIRE Evening Wear. MORE DETAILS TO COME.
MENU We’ll enjoy a delightful spring salad and chilled asparagus to start, followed by a delicious mushroom ravioli course. For the main meal, guests can choose from salmon, chicken, or risotto dishes. We’ll also be indulging in our wedding cake, NY cheesecake, and other sweet selections. During the cocktail hour, a delicious cheese and charcuterie spread, along with light hors d'oeuvres, will be served.
TO DRINK Open bar at cocktail hour. Dinner includes classic reds & whites, beer and champagne
PARKING AVAILABILITY Private parking lot provided.
ACCESSIBILITY Ramp access to front door. Single level establishment.
The Agenda
5:30 - 6:30pm Guest Arrive to Cocktail Hour
6:00pm Evan & Marie Arrive venue
6:30pm Ceremony
7pm Dinner is Served
8pm Toasts, drinks, dancing to ensue!
BRIGHT AND AIRY LIGHT BRUNCH AT CORDELLA BRIDAL
SUNDAY: FAREWELL BRUNCH
We'd be delighted to have you join us for brunch and a casual studio showing. So many of you live out of state, we thought you may be curious to see the space. Tables and arrangements will allow for a fun and light-hearted sit-down brunch while perusing gowns in progress. We'd also love to see you one more time before we all retreat to our busy lives.
WHO The whole family (yourself, S/O, kids)
WHERE 1126 North Blount Street, Raleigh NC 27610
DIRECTIONS: Drive down North Blount street, turn right on poplar street, make a quick left into the alleyway directly next to the park. Drive slowly until you see 1126 on your left…. pull up into parking lot.
WHEN 11am - 1pm EST
ATTIRE Casual / dapper
MENU Light fare: selection of fruits, baked goods, coffee, tea. Finger sandwiches. Catered from Benchwarmers Bagels and The Fresh Market.
TO DRINK light fruit juices, coffee, champagne
PARKING AVAILABILITY Private lot and ample street parking
ACCESSIBILITY Tricky. Walking impaired will want to drive through the alley to gain entry
