FAQs

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When should I RSVP by?

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Please RSVP by August 31, 2020. Otherwise, you can bring your own lawn chair and sandwich. You can RSVP online on this website or via mail with the RSVP postcard included in your invite.

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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We have blocked rooms at The Proximity in Greensboro. It's about 20-30 minutes from the venue. You can book a room at a discounted rate by calling (336) 379-8200 or clicking on the "View" link on the travel page. These rooms will need to be booked by October 16th, 2020 for the discounted rate.

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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?

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The ceremony will start at 2:00 PM Eastern. You can arrive as early as 1:30 PM Eastern.

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What should I wear? Is there a dress code?

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Yes. The dress code is Semi-formal to Formal. This includes little black dresses, dressy jumpsuits, floor-length gowns, formal cocktail dresses, and suites and tuxes with neckties or bowties. Please don't wear white, cream, beige, or ivory. Any other color is acceptable. The ceremony is outside and uncovered. The reception is outside but partially covered. In November it will be warmer during the day but will be chilly towards the evening.

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Can I take photos at the ceremony?

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The ceremony is unplugged. Please don't use any cell phones, cameras, or other devices. We have a photographer, videographer, and will live stream the ceremony for those who can't make it. Please enjoy the moment with us. We will make sure to share the photos with you once we receive them. As for the reception, you can take as many photos as you would like! Please share them with us through the app SamSaidYes. The event code is qtbuu9x

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I took photos during the reception! Can I share them? How should I send them to you?

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First, thank you for taking and sharing photos of your night celebrating with us. Second, you can definitely upload them to the app SamSaidYes with event code qtbuu9x If you post photos online, please use our hashtag! #GrantingEmiliesWishes (Before you ask, it was Emilie's idea)

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request for my meal?

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Yes, we can have a special meal made for you. Please let us know when you RSVP in the provided spot.

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Can I bring my kids and/or a plus one?

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We would love to have everyone's children and plus one's. We unfortunately do have a strict guest count limit and did our best to make sure children and partners were included in it. If you need to bring someone who was not on your invite, please request this before August 31st.

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May I take a centerpiece/candle/flowers home with me?

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We ask that you please don't take any of the decorations or flowers home with you. We are renting certain pieces and would like to keep others. We are also planning on dropping the flowers off at a nursing home the next day.

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Is there parking for the venue?

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There is parking at the venue for you. Park at the top of the hill and take the steps down.