FAQs
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Section 1: Invitations and RSVPs
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What you need to know about saying you can make it!
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How do I RSVP?
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You can RSVP by mailing back the RSVP card in your invitation.
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When should I RSVP by?
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We ask that you please respond for every member in your party on or before March 7, 2024.
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Can I bring a date?
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Our wedding is small and our venue has a limited capacity. Please only attend with the people who are included on our invitations.
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Are kids invited?
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Yes! We love your children and are excited to see them.
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Section 2: Event
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More about the ceremony and wedding day.
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When is the wedding?
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April 7, 2024
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What's the dress code?
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Cocktail attire is suggested but we want you to be comfortable to dance! April weather in Brooklyn can be unpredictable but we expect it to be in the 50s during the day, and 40s after the sun sets around 7pm. Our venue has heating and air conditioning so will be a comfortable temperature. We hope to have the windows open!
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Will the ceremony and reception be indoors or outdoors?
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The ceremony and reception will be held indoors at the Picnic House. Everything is all under one roof!
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
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There will be a cocktail hour beginning at 3pm. The ceremony will begin promptly at 4:30pm so please arrive no later than 4pm to be seated.
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Can I take pictures during the ceremony?
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We have paid for professional photographers to capture all the amazing moments during the ceremony. We invite you to enjoy yourself and experience the ceremony with us. We ask you turn off or silence your electronics during our ceremony to ensure you are in the moment. After the ceremony is complete and during the reception, you may turn on your devices and take pictures of whatever you wish! We will also have a photo booth and disposable cameras for capturing additional memories during the event!
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Is the venue ADA compliant?
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Yes! The venue is wheelchair accessible and features wide doorways with no lip or stairs. There is one wheelchair-accessible bathroom with grab bars and enough room to turn around comfortably.
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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?
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Catherine and Jeffrey are hosting a brunch the morning of the wedding for all guests. Anyone who is interested should reach out to Catherine at (919) 605-7879 to learn more. More information about this event is available on our Schedule page.
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I'm visiting from out of town. What can I do while I'm in NYC?
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Welcome! We are happy to have you here. A list of recommended things to do, places to eat, and some of Rachel and Nate's favorite places in NYC and Brooklyn are included on the things to do page.
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Do you have a registry?
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Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for! If you would like to purchase a gift for us as well, here are some things we would love as newlyweds: https://www.zola.com/registry/nateandrachel2024. We are fortunate to have a home full of love and furniture so ask physical items be purchased off our registry.
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Section 3: Food
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Questions About the Meal
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When will we eat?
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Dinner will follow promptly after the ceremony.
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Is the food at the wedding kosher?
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Yes, we are having a kosher dairy meal certified by the OU.
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Will there be an open or cash bar?
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Our venue will have an open bar for you to enjoy.
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Section 4: Transportation
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Questions About Getting to Our Venue
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What is the addresses of the wedding venue?
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40 West Dr, Brooklyn, NY 11215
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
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There is limited free public parking available at the Litchfield Villa lot, a short walk from the Picnic House. In addition, we have a very small number of permits for vendors and guests to park just outside the Picnic House. Please reach out to Rachel if you need one.
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What is the easiest way to get to and from your wedding venue(s)?
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We will have a shuttle running between the hotel and venue throughout the evening. We anticipate shuttles leaving the hotel every 30 minutes leading up to our ceremony. Alternatively, there are rideshares available (Uber/Lyft) for those staying elsewhere or who are local.
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Is there transportation to and from the hotel to the ceremony?
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Yes! There will be a shuttle running every 30 minutes from the hotel, at 3pm, 330pm, and 4pm. Return shuttles will happen at 7pm, 730pm, 8pm, and 830pm.
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Any questions we haven't addressed?
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Please reach out to us! Rachel's phone number is 9197603749.