Doug McCaskey
Danielle Schroeder
Doug McCaskey
Danielle Schroeder
October 4, 2024
Schedule
Friday, October 4, 2024
Wedding
5:30 pm - 11:00 pm
222 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Semi-Formal: Tuxes and gowns are welcome, and so are suits and cocktail dresses.
Please use the 20th street business entrance on the ground floor (not up the iconic steps). For those parking in the garage, there will be an attendant to help guide you to the planetarium for the ceremony. A shuttle will be available from the Logan Hotel to the Franklin Institute starting at 4:00 pm then every half hour to 6:00 pm. Then will be available back and forth throughout the night. Ceremony 6-6:30 PM Cocktail hour 6:30-7:30 PM Dinner and dancing 7:30-11 PM
Travel
Hotel
The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton (0.2 miles away)
This is where our hotel block is located. It is a short walk to the Franklin Institute. Note, the hotel block has closed, although you may still be able to reserve a room not within our room block. A shuttle will be available from the Logan Hotel to the Franklin Institute starting at 4:00 pm then every half hour to 6:00 pm. Then will be available back and forth throughout the night. On Friday, there will be a small shuttle bus that will go between the Logan and the Franklin Institute for those who have difficulty walking.
Hotel
Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square (0.5 miles away)
This is a hotel recommended by The Franklin Institute.
Wedding Party
Alexandra Murianka
Maid of Honor
Alexandra and I have known each other since high school. We were both on the tennis team though she is infinitely better at tennis than me.
Jesse Hanlan
Best Man
Jesse and I have known each other since first grade. While we were not in the same school since second grade, we remained best friends and I consider him as my brother.
Scott Schroeder Jr.
Bridesbro
I met Scott when he was born. Bonded over having the same parents.
Parth Patel
Groomsman
I met Parth (second from left) in Drexel's BS/MD program along with Marg (not pictured), Nikil (left), and Akshay (second from right) and would spend much of my time outside of classes as their 5th roommate.
Catrina Ziska
Bridesmaid
Catrina and I have known each other since high school. Bonded over our love of Avril Lavigne and more recently, our love of snow sports.
Daniel Hsu
Groomsman
Daniel (center) and I met in med school and played PokemonGo together long after it's prime.
Kirsten Banach
Bridesmaid
Kirsten and I have known each other since high school. We were in all the Fall plays together including our senior year when we did a play based on the events of the Titanic.
Denise Wang
Groomswoman
Denise (center) and I also met in med school and with Daniel (right), we were 3D. Now with Danielle and another Daniel, we are 5D!
Egla Qori
Bridesmaid
Egla and I met during college. We were both in Drexel's Engineering Learning Community our first year and we were in the same Senior Design project our last year. She's the most fashionable person I know!
Joseph Uwazota
Groomsman
Joseph (center) and I met in residency. He's a ping pong boss!
James Udovich
Officiant
James and Dani have known each other since high school. James and Doug bonded over making fun of Dani :P
Wedding Party Jr.
Cole
Program Attendant Nathan and Micah Ring Security Hailey Flower Girl
Things To Do
The Franklin Institute
The Franklin Institute will be a required stop on your tour of Philadelphia! We love the many science exhibits, science after hours, and rotating special exhibits like King Tut, Body Works, and Game Masters. While you'll experience a small portion of the museum at our wedding, we encourage you to check it out further while you are here!
JFK Plaza (Love Park)
An iconic spot in Philadelphia near City Hall at the end of the parkway.
Mario the Magnificent
We met briefly on our first day at Drexel and had a few other times we crossed paths before dating and Drexel remains a special place for us. There are a number of excellent food trucks near Mario.
Cucina Zapata
Speaking of Drexel food trucks, we recommend the Asian-Mexican fusion food truck Cucina Zapata behind Drexel Main building and engineering building.
Victory Brewing Company Philadelphia
Very close to the hotel with a good beer and chicken sandwich!
Reading Terminal Market
A classic place to visit while you're in Philly with many shops to check out. Enjoy a Beiler's donut while you're here!
El Vez
Queso Fundido con Carne is our favorite starter!
Dalessandro's Steaks
A great cheesesteak spot out by the old Drexel med school campus.
The Franklin Fountain
One of our favorite places to get ice cream - Mt Vesuvius is a blast!
SPIN Philadelphia
Spin is a fun ping-pong venue and bar
Spruce Street Harbor Park
We went on a few dates here, snacks, drinks, wonderful view of the river from the park (and was an excellent Pokemon Go spot).
The Mütter Museum at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
The first med school social was here at the museum of medical history from the College of Physicians of Philadelphia.
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
Many Drexel socials at the Academy of Natural Sciences. They have a wonderful gallery of dioramas and we recommend stopping through the Butterfly "wing"
Wissahickon Valley Park
Near the med school campus is a fantastic park for running, hiking, or cycling with beautiful fall colors. Head on over to Dalessandro's afterwards now that you've worked up an appetite!
FAQs
Question
CAN I BRING A GUEST?
Answer
If your invitation says “and Guest,” then yes, if not, we would prefer if it was just you.
Question
ARE CHILDREN ABLE TO ATTEND?
Answer
We have invited only a few children to be in attendance who are in the Wedding Party as this is primarily adults only. If their name is not included in your RSVP, they are not able to attend.
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WHEN IS OUR RSVP DUE?
Answer
All RSVPs are due by September 4th. If we do not hear from you by then, you will be marked as "not attending."
Question
WHAT'S THE DRESS CODE?
Answer
Semi-formal. Tuxedoes and gowns are welcome, but so are suits and cocktail dresses. Just make sure to bring your dancing shoes!
Question
WHERE DO I PARK?
Answer
While there is street parking nearby, there will also be parking available in the garage at the Franklin Institute or at the Logan if you are staying there. A shuttle will be available from the Logan Hotel to the Franklin Institute starting at 4:00 pm then every half hour to 6:00 pm. Then will be available back and forth throughout the night. Since we are fans of public transportation, the nearest train stations would be Suburban and 30th Street. Rideshare will be accessible.