#littledittyboutMattandDiana
What&When
Thursday, July 4, 2019
Welcome Dinner
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
519 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
Casual
If you'll be in town on the 4th, please join us for dinner and socializing! After enjoying a visit and a meal, we'll head to the coast to see the fireworks display..that we've planned for you all, but have also invited all of Portland to enjoy.. ;c) UPDATES: -Dinner will be served by local BBQ joint-Elsmere BBQ & Wood Grill. Offerings include: fish, chicken, and beef as well as delicious (and vegetarian friendly!) sides. -Additionally, locally-made Humpty Dumpty potato chips (make sure to try all the different flavors!) and crudites will be available. -Our friends at Portico are providing some tasty brews...wine, and plenty of non-alcoholic options also available! *Upon arrival, please pick up your "welcome bag" containing treats, a souvenir, and some day-after necessities for your convenience. FYI: If you are in the hostel, your gift will be on your bed.* ***Because it is 4th of July weekend, please keep in mind that walking or taking a taxi/Uber is highly recommended.***
Friday, July 5, 2019
The Ceremony
4:00 pm
Bunker Lane, South Portland, ME 04106
Oceanside/Lane-side Formal
TRANSPORTATION: 3 buses will arrive at the Hampton Inn and 1 at the Clarion around 3:00 and will depart for Fort Preble at 3:15pm. Following the ceremony, all 4 buses will be loaded up to head over to Bayside Bowl for cocktail hour. AT THE LOCATION: -You will be greeted by bluegrass extraordinaire: The Royer Family Band. You're welcome! :c) -The ceremony will take place on a grassy landing by the ocean, please keep that in mind as you make your shoe choices... a spiked heel may help to irrigate the grass but may prove difficult for you. -If we have our way, it will be a beautiful sunny day...and there is no shade. Use sunblock and bring a hat or umbrella, if necessary. -At the end of the ceremony we will need some assistance breaking down some of the chairs. If you are willing and able, we would really appreciate your help!
The Celebration
5:30 pm
58 Alder St, Portland, ME 04101
Oceanside/Lane-side Formal
TRANSPORTATION: -4 School buses will leave Fort Preble to arrive at Bayside Bowl for cocktail hour beginning around 5. -At 9:30pm shuttles will begin bringing people back to their hotels and will run on a loop for the duration of the evening. AT THE LOCATION: -Cocktail hour will take place on the rooftop patio and the mezzanine. A menu of complimentary beverages will be provided as well as tacos and other snacks. -The reception is inside of Bayside Bowl on the mezzanine and main floor. There are two cash bars... with a few deals and draft options, just for us! -Dinner, dessert, and late night pizza will be served. -The bowling lanes will be open and we will have a bin of socks for your convenience. AFTER PARTY - For those interested, we will head to Bubba's Sulky Lounge (about 3 blocks away) to keep the dance party going at 80s night. -Bubba's is a cash only establishment. They have an ATM but the line is usually ridiculous. Please plan accordingly.
Saturday, July 6, 2019
The Day After
11:00 am
103 Fox Street, Portland, ME 04101
We hope you'll stay in town for the weekend and take advantage of all Portland has to offer but, if you can't, please at least stop by for a hug (and potentially a mug) on your way home! UPDATE: -Join us for bagels and brews! -The amazing Rose Food's, dealer in smoked fish, bagels, and fast coffee, will be our offering to you all to say thanks for your love... and a great weekend. -Also, bring your A-game for giant Connect Four and tossing bags in Corn Hole.