Alayna Slaton
Philip Brust
Alayna Slaton
Philip Brust
October 20, 2024
How We Met
We met while working on the late shifts at Jimmy John's and became good friends immediately. As we spent almost every day together at work (and often outside of work), our feelings for each other began to grow. Finally, on New Year's Eve, we closed the store and went out as a group to ring in 2019, and Phil asked me on a date! Though we'd been out plenty of times before that, we decided to have our first official date on Saturday, January 5th, 2019 ♥️
The Proposal
I love astronomy and star-gazing, so Phil organized a trip for both of us (and a friend, to catch the moment on camera!) to spend several days hiking and nights stargazing in Okefenokee swamp, where the stars are the brightest in the state! On one of our hikes, Phil tugged me to a stop and got down on one knee! Of course I said yes! We're so excited to celebrate this next chapter in our lives with you. See you in October!
Parking Info
Travel Note
On-Site Parking
The businesses around the Tree Room are largely closed on Sundays & have given us permission to use their lots. This includes: Frog Stomp, Love.Craft, Allegro, The Studio, Pink Goblin, Honey's Salon, Used Cars Athens, Classic City Guitars, and Ignition Diecast. There is also street parking on Tracy St *Please leave space for customers at Canopy, which is open all day!
Wedding Party
Alayna
Bride
Philip
Groom
Dana
Maid of Honor
Dana was the first friend I made when I moved to Athens, and we've never let each other go since! As the one who recorded Phil's proposal, Dana was the obvious pick for MVP--er, maid of honor.
Pat
Best Man
As one of the Jimmy John's crew who celebrated that fateful New Year's Eve, Pat had to watch me and Phil make heart eyes at each other for long enough that he certainly earned his place as best man.
Erica
Bridesmaid
My hiking, camping, and crafts fair buddy of four years, Erica makes a perfect addition to our party!
Mike
Groomsman
Mike and Phil have been friends for several years, and we're excited to have him with us on our big day!
Andy
Officiant
Dana's brother & a good friend of ours, Andy has already officiated the weddings of many of his friends, and we can't wait to join the club!
Hannah
Photographer
Hannah has been a talented artist as long as I've known her. We were so pleased with her work on our engagement shoot, we had no doubt who we wanted to capture our big day!
Things To Do
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
We did our engagement photos here. Always a worthwhile visit!
Sandy Creek Nature Center
Another slice of nature just outside the city.
Georgia Theatre
If you're in town Saturday night, see what's playing at the Georgia Theatre. Check out the rooftop bar!
40 Watt Club
Home of Athens locals REM and B-52's, and early stop for southern acts like Matchbox 20, Black Crowes, and Gregg Allman of Allman Brothers Band. Check out a local show!
Lyndon House Arts Center
If art galleries are your thing, this one is a local fave!
Georgia Museum of Art
The crown jewel of Athens museums!
Wuxtry Records-Athens
Georgia's oldest record store is right here in Athens, opened 1976!
The Rook & Pawn
Table game cafe! Bring a group & enjoy board or card games--maybe order a meal!
Restaurants in Athens
Athens has tons of amazing restaurants. Check this website for local recommendations!
Athens Beer Trail
If you're a beer connoisseur, try this self-guided tour across 6 local breweries!
The Tree Room
Check out the venue!
Registry
Honeyfund
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