As of this writing (8/28/2021), the venue is not requiring masks. The CDC has recommended that everyone wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status. As healthcare providers, we encourage everyone who has not gotten vaccinated and is able to get one as soon as possible as this is the best way to protect yourself against the rapidly spreading Delta variant of COVID-19. We kindly ask that if you or any of your family members are exhibiting COVID symptoms or have been exposed to a COVID positive person and do not have a negative COVID test remain at home to reduce the risk of exposure to others.
If you are unfamiliar with Catholic celebrations/Mass, please follow this link to read about the general order of a Catholic ceremony and what happens at each point. http://www.catholicweddinghelp.com/topics/order-wedding-outside-mass.htm
The dollar dance (or apron dance) is a tradition in many cultures (in our case Polish). The guests are invited to dance with the bride and any monetary gifts are collected by the maid of honor in an apron she wears. A monetary gift is completely voluntary and can be any amount if you so choose to give. Please follow this link to read more about the tradition! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Money_dance