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WreathWreath

Mat Palmen

&

Alana Alderson

Mat Palmen

&

Alana Alderson

October 12, 2024

Milwaukee, WI

Itinerary

We're so excited to share our joy and celebrate with you! Here's everything you need to know for the day-of: Our ceremony will begin promptly at 5:00 PM at the Nature Center's outdoor pavilion. Kindly plan to arrive between 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM to secure parking and take in the scenery! There will be a cocktail hour following the ceremony from 5:30-6:30 PM. Doors to the Nature Center will open for the reception at 6:30 PM and dinner will be served at 7:00 PM. Finally, we hope you will join us in dancing the night away from 8:00 PM-12:00 AM! You can find a parsed-down order of events and the venue details below. We look forward to seeing you there!

Saturday, October 12, 2024

Guest Arrival

4:30 pm

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI 53217

Ceremony

5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center - Outdoor Pavilion
1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI 53217

The dress code is formal attire. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions!

As the ceremony will take place outside, please bring shoes comfortable for walking on grass, stone, gravel, or woodchips!

Cocktail Hour

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Reception

6:30 pm - 11:45 pm

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Bayside, WI 53217

Our reception will have a formal buffet with 3 main dish options (chicken, steak or veggie), and four vegetarian sides - no need to make selections in advance!

Accommodations

The following hotels are all located roughly 10 minutes from the venue!

Hotel

Hampton Inn Glendale Milwaukee

7065 N Port Washington Rd, Glendale, WI 53217
 (414) 928-3858

Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Milwaukee North

7035 N Port Washington Rd, Glendale, WI 53217
 (414) 446-5900

Hotel

Residence Inn by Marriott Milwaukee North/Glendale

7003 N Port Washington Rd, Glendale, WI 53217
 (414) 446-4295

FAQs

Question

Do you Have Directions?

Answer

Please use Google Maps! Directions: Schlitz Audubon Center 1111 E Brown Deer Rd, Bayside, WI 53217 Manual Directions: From I-43 N / I-94 W take the Good Hope Road Exit Right on Good Hope Road Left onto Port Washington Road Right on Caulmet Road Left on Lake Drive Look for Schlitz Audubon Nature Sign Right on Brown Deer Road Left on Bay Street If Lost: Head East towards the lake until you hit Lake Drive. The venue is north off of Lake Drive and Brown Deer Road.

Question

When should I RSVP by?

Answer

Please RSVP online no later than Sunday, July 21st 2024!

Question

Is there parking for the ceremony & reception?

Answer

Free parking will be available in the Nature Center's main lot!

Question

What is the dress code?

Answer

The dress code is formal/cocktail attire. Aim for elegant, but comfortable! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the bride or groom for details!

Question

Do you have any hotel recommendations?

Answer

We have 3 hotel options within 10 minutes of the venue listed under the 'Accommodations' section of our website!

Question

Can I bring a date?

Answer

Due to limited space, please no plus-one's unless otherwise specified in your invitation!

Question

Are kids welcome?

Answer

Our wedding will be adults-only (16+), we hope you will enjoy a night off with us!

Question

What beverages will be available?

Answer

We will have an open bar with beer, wine, soda and juice options!

Question

Are there plans for inclement weather?

Answer

In the case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held on a cozy roofed veranda on the side of the Nature Center!

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