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Cherith & Benjamin

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What time should I arrive to the ceremony?

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Try to arrive at the venue 20-30 minutes prior to the ceremony to ensure you find parking and seating in plenty of time.

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Have you booked hotel room blocks for guests?

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Yes. We have reserved a hotel room block at Residence Inn West/Lexington. Click on the link below to book the group rate we have reserved for our guests: https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1711116881926&key=GRP Should you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the mother of the bride, Minda Garner, at 610-996-9961.

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What is the dress code?

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Our dress code is semi formal/cocktail.

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Will the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception take place indoors or outdoors?

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95% of our time will be indoors. At the reception, there are outdoor areas that may be used, but the large majority of the reception venue is indoors.

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What will the weather be like?

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Columbia, SC gets very hot and humid during the summer months. Please be prepared for weather in the 90s with 50-60% humidity.

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What will your wedding day timeline look like?

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Please refer to our schedule in the “schedule” tab. Any specific questions regarding the schedule on the day of may be directed towards the maid of honor, Ainsley Serfass (610-314-6902).

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How do I get to the wedding venue? Will transportation be provided?

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If you are in from out of town and do not have an accessible car or method of transportation, please reach out to Cherith (484-366-6971) at least 2 weeks prior to the event. If it is within 2 weeks of the event and you have last minute transportation questions, please contact the mother of the bride, Minda Garner (610-996-9961).

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Is there parking available at the wedding venue?

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There is free parking at both the church and the reception venue.

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Can I bring my kids?

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We would love your kiddos to be part of our special day. Please note, however, that we will not be providing childcare and we ask that you make the necessary arrangements if you would not like your children to attend. Please contact Cherith (484-366-6971) or Reese Hudson (803-605-1517) with any questions regarding childcare.

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I have dietary restrictions/allergies. What's the best way to let you know?

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Please let the bride/groom know of any dietary restrictions/allergies upon the time of your RSVP. Benjamin McIntosh - 843-676-5372 Cherith Garner - 484-366-6971

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Will there be an open bar?

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No. There will not be an open bar, but we will be providing a cash bar. Please bring money and your ID with you to the reception venue if you wish to partake of alcoholic beverages.

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Can I take pictures during the ceremony to post on social media?

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We would ask that you would refrain from using your cell phone at all during the ceremony. Not only does it disrupt your view, it disrupts the photographer and the members of the bridal party.

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What's the best way to RSVP?

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Please RSVP using our link to Zola: https://www.zola.com/wedding/benjaminandcherith

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When is the RSVP deadline?

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Please RSVP by no later than June 27.

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I'm visiting from out of town. What can I do while I'm in Columbia?

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Please refer to the “Things to Do” tab on our website.

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Do you have a wedding registry?

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Yes. Please refer to the “Registry” tab on our website.

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Can I bring my gift to the wedding?

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Your gift to us is your presence at our wedding! But, if you should happen to graciously give us a gift, we will have a spot for you to put it at our reception.

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Will there be any other events to attend during the wedding weekend?

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Please refer to the schedule in the "Schedule" tab on our website for details.

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When will the reception end? Will there be an after-party?

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The reception will have a hard end time at 9pm. We will not have an after-party.

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What's the best way to contact you if I have any additional questions?

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Please contact one of the following people with any additional questions: Benjamin - 843-676-5372 Cherith - 484-366-6971 The Mother of the Groom - 843-687-5977 The Mother of the Bride - 610-996-9961 The Best Man - 843-917-7647 The Maid of Honor - 610-314-6902

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