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The Wedding Website of Elianna Ward and Clayton Shaffer
If you have any other questions other than what we've listed here, please reach out to our wedding planner/mother of the bride, Debbie Ward, at 941-662-8928.
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Are children welcome?

Answer

With Respect... Due to limited capacity at our venue, and with exception of the wedding party and immediate family, we have decided to have our wedding be an adult-only event. ( No children under age 18, please!) We hope this advance notice means you are still able to share our special day with us! Thank you for your understanding.

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Is there parking for the ceremony?

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Yes! There will be a separate area for parking and guests will be shuttled by golf carts to the location. So no need to bring your walking shoes!

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by September 12, 2023 at wedding website: zola.com/wedding/eliannaandclayton OR by RSVP card enclosed with wedding invitation.

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Are you registered? Where?

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Yes, we are registered with Zola, Walmart and Amazon! Please see the Registry section located at the top of the website for more information.

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Can I bring a date?

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Your invitation will note whether you can bring a guest.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Yes! Please see the Travel tab located at the top of our website for more details.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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None available.

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Is there a dress code?

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Yes, dressy casual to include: Men- collared shirt, dress pants, khaki's, jeans, boots (jacket optional). Women- dresses, skirts, dress pants, sandals. No jeans with holes, shorts, tank-tops, spike heels, or flip-flops.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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Ceremony starts promptly at 4:30pm. Guests should schedule time to arrive no earlier than 4:00pm for the ceremony.

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Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?

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The wedding ceremony is held outside on a beautiful farm under the oak trees. The cocktail hour will be held immediately following the ceremony outside on the property. The reception is held inside the elegant barn that is closed in with windows with screens. The barn doesn't have air condition but does have fans to keep it comfortable in November.

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Can I take photos on my phone at the ceremony?

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Welcome to our unplugged wedding. We invite you to be fully present with us during our ceremony, so please turn off all phones and cameras until after the ceremony. Thank you!

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