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Timothy Poirier
Tracey Ropp
Timothy Poirier
Tracey Ropp
October 20, 2024
Proposal
Tim proposed on our annual birthday vacation. As many know, and many don’t know, we have the same birthday, Sept 15. When we first began dating we decided instead of a gift exchange it would be more fun to give experiences together. Each year we pick a new place to venture to and do our usual balance of Tracey wanting a relaxing bougie vacation and Tim wanting to be in the wilderness camping. Early in 2023 Tracey’s coworker had breath taking pictures of his vacation kayaking to see Pictured Rocks National Shoreline, so kayaking sounded right up their alley. After a lot of research, a six hour kayak tour was booked for the Saturday after their birthday. Working around that timeline, next on the list was planning hiking. Every online forum said Presque Park was THE place for sunrise and sunset hikes. So, Friday morning they woke up and set out on their hike to find rocks, the theme of the trip. Hiking through the little coves of Presque Park was absolutely unreal. Unfortunately, Tim wanted to propose and a fellow hiker ruined his plans. In true Tracey fashion, she NEEDED Starbucks after this grueling (haha) hike. In true Tim fashion, he wanted to eat. Compromising, they grabbed lunch at a local diner followed by strawberry açía lemonade for birthday drinks at Starbucks. Tracey search for hikes and waterfalls, and alas! Dead River Falls was 10 min away and a moderate hike. Jokes still keep coming, the hike started straight up a gravel hill followed by stairs straight down to a small water fall. Directions on all trails said the hike continues in either direction, so they followed the people in front of them. The hike continued straight up a wall of tree roots to climb. Tracey being a chicken with a hurt foot decided to play it safe and suggested the other direction. So, they set off in the opposite direction. The path continued to get narrower and narrower as they continued until only one foot fit on the path and they were holding onto trees to stay upright. They got to the end and found another small waterfall but there were no tree limbs or rocks to hold a phone, so no selfies were acquired. Tracey was getting nervous and wanted to get back through the trail, but Tim still had an agenda unknown to her. Booking it back across the smallest path, Tim called for Tracey to turn around, she said absolutely not, too close to the edge. Tim asked from behind her if she wanted this life forever and Tracey being the most logical person said “we need to get back to the car before we fall to death” then turned around to Tim holding a ring. Now, Tracey also ruined this poor guy’s plans and told him “if you get your pants dirty or fall down the hill, you cannot get back in my clean car, but yes I want this life of staring down death hiking forever with you”. Tim did tell his family and her family but did not have any help picking a ring. Tracey was absolutely impressed with how good of a job he did and was thoroughly surprised.
Wedding
Hello friends and family! Please join us to celebrate our love on October 20, 2024. We will be hosting a beautiful and relaxed Sunday brunch in good ole Fishers, IN, hoping for the Midwest fall to show us a good time. This party will be to share our excitement and joy with our family and friends after our elopement on February 29, 2024- LEAP DAY! Due to Leap Day being on a Thursday and during winter, we are choosing a later date to celebrate to ensure safe travels and enough notice for family and friends to plan if they’d like to come. All ages are welcome to join! There will plenty of space for everyone to feel comfortable, mingle, eat, and drink! We are excited to spend quality time with those we love.
Photos
Schedule
Sunday, October 20, 2024
Reception
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Fishers, IN 46037
Sunday brunch
Registry
Amazon Registry
Target
Travel
Hotel
Hotel Nickel Plate Fishers, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Northeast/Fishers
Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis-Fishers
Hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Indianapolis Fishers
Hotel
Residence Inn Indianapolis Fishers
Hotel
Staybridge Suites Indianapolis-Fishers, an IHG Hotel
Hotel
Ironworks Hotel Indy
Hotel
Bottleworks Hotel
Flight
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Eat, Drink, and Do all the things!
Newfields
Harvest Nights is a fall light walking activity that is open to all ages. Volunteers for the art museum set up thousands of light displays throughout the courtyard each year filled with pumpkins, scarecrows, and other fall decor with fall snacks and drinks available. Tickets are required and sell out quickly. Sales open in September and can be purchased online.
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
Fan of the Indy 500? You’re in luck! We have the museum within driving distance! It looks like there are tours daily for the track.
NCAA Hall of Champions
Colts vs. Dolphins
Heyyyy! The Colts play at 10/20 at 1pm! Stop by and grab something to eat and make your way downtown! I promise we won’t be offended!
Pins Mechanical Co
Bottleworks District
If you feel like venturing to downtown Indianapolis, Mass Ave has a trendy food hall in a revamped Coca-Cola Factory! There are many different vendors in individual booths from fresh seafood, brewery bars, and of course plenty of dessert options! Mass Ave also has plenty of trendy restaurants and bars to grab snacks, meals, and drinks as well as wander older neighborhoods. There is so much more to do than just eat! Check out fun bowling, arcade, and more in the area.
The Fowling Warehouse Indianapolis
Ralston's
St. Joseph Brewery
Guggman Haus Brewing Co.
Eagle Creek Park
Indianapolis Zoo
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
The Children’s Museum in downtown Indianapolis is a lot of fun for humans of all ages. Check the website for the most up to date exhibits that will be at the museum the weekend you’re in town. Tickets can be purchased at the museum.
White River State Park
Maialina Italian Kitchen + Bar
Hotel Tango Distillery
Cute distillery located downtown. Made from scratch cocktails and bottled liquor on site.
Bluebeard
Java House (Midtown)
Monon Trail
Sun King Carmel
Savor Restaurant
Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream
Woodys Library Restaurant
Little hole in the wall restaurant and bar serving quality American fair in Carmel.
The Shop
Local Indiana merch on some of the highest quality fabrics. Local printshop that supports IU, Purdue, Colts, Pacers, and all things Indiana.
Penn & Beech Candle Co.
Looking for a more hands on activity and want to be creative? Penn & Beech is a make your own candles from scratch store. They have a wide selection of oils and vessels and walk you through every step of the candle making process. These candles are a same day pick up after setting for a few hours and they do take reservations online. Alcohol is also available at some locations. Penn & Beech have 3 locations - Mass Ave so if you’d like to wander down and check out The Garage at Bottleworks, this would be a great option to make the candles and grab some food while the candles set - Downtown Carmel has lots of local shops, restaurants, and bars to wander around and the Monon Trail if you want to get some steps in while you waited for your candle - Nickle Plate District downtown Fishers with plenty of restaurants and bars plus the Nickle Plate Trail if you wanted to get out and stretch your legs while you waited
Juniper on Main
Quaint lunch place in Carmel, but open 11-9
Truly Fragrance Bar
Indy’s first make your own fragrance bar! Stop in and mix up your own scent with a selection of different oils to choose from.
The Fashion Mall at Keystone
DeBrand Fine Chocolates
A Fort Wayne staple! A small shop is located in Indy, stop by if you need a fix!
Nickel Plate Station
Downtown Fishers has recently been updated to add new restaurants, bars, and shops. Along 116th you’ll find plenty of breakfast diners and coffee shops! Some of our favorites are The Roost, Mornings, and Another Broken Egg. You can stop and grab some coffee at Java House or MOTW. Don’t worry, we still have plenty of Starbucks and Dunkin’s if that’s more your speed. The Nickle Plate Trail is also a city walking/running path that stretches for miles and has many access points through the center of Fishers running north and south.
Topgolf
Topgolf is always a staple attraction in our little town. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended! Check out the website for all the different activities they offer.
Nickel Plate Trail
The Yard at Fishers District
East on 116 in Fishers, The Yard at Fishers District is a cozy nook full of our favorite places to eat and drink! Sun King Brewery, HC Tavern (lunch, dinner, dessert), 101 Beer Kitchen, and so many more options. There are also a few local boutiques for shopping and some group fitness establishments if you want to drop in for a class! Right off the highway, you can always just drop in at the beginning or end of your day.
Sun King Fishers Small-Batch Brewery
The HC Tavern + Kitchen
101 Beer Kitchen
The Roost | Fishers
Mornings Breakfast & Brunch
Another Broken Egg Cafe
MashCraft Fishers
Niyyah Coffee
Java House (Fishers)
Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
Hamilton Town Center
Outdoor shopping center with staple big names. Handful of local restaurants. Includes a Marshall’s and 5 Below because things definitely get forgotten! Also chain fast food restaurants in the area: Canes, Chikfila, and BJs. There is a small outdoor play park and a small dog park.
Ford's Garage Noblesville
Fort Harrison State Park
Wolfies Grill - Geist Lake
One of our very very few places to eat lunch or dinner with a view! Hopefully in October they’ll still be able to seat on the 3 season heated patio with views of the water.
Nickel Plate Express
Take a train ride through Hamilton County on a train! Board the train in Noblesville and take a tour to see the beautiful fall landscape Indiana boasts. Get tickets for Saturday at https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/nickelplateexpress/items/389362/calendar/2024/10/?_gl=1*14y27gz*_ga*MTE2MTkxMzI1NS4xNzE3NTQ5Mjk2*_ga_LJY0NPNT5X*MTcxNzU0OTI5NS4xLjEuMTcxNzU0OTYyNi4wLjAuMA..&ref=https://nickelplateexpress.com&back=https://nickelplateexpress.com/train-rides/%3Ffh-u%3D9ed888be-897e-4ca7-8b55-6b97c534fbd6&g4=yes
K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
There is an indoor go kart race track located in Fishers. There is no age requirement, but the participant must be 48” to be in the go kart. Passes can be purchased online. Rules and FAQs are also easily found on the website.
Adrenaline Family Adventure Park
A jump park for kids with many different activities including an arcade.
Birdies Miniature Golf Course & Sports Bar
Two different but challenging putt-putt courses. Great for adults and kids.
Liter House | Banquet Hall
Beer and BBQ. Depending on how Ms Indiana treats us, nice patio seating!
Flatwater
Local restaurant in quaint Broad Ripple with beers and a full kitchen. Very walkable area with the Monon Trail and paths along the river. Many shops and other restaurants.
Just Pop In!
Local popcorn shop that makes gourmet popcorn with different flavors. They’re prepared to serve up fresh popcorn as well as bagged popcorn of all kinds of flavors.
BRICS
The cutest little train car that was turned into an ice cream shop! Hard ice cream because I only recommend the best of the best. Great place to end your evening and walk around Broad Ripple.
The Shop
For all of my Indiana people who are looking for authentic IU, Purdue, Colts, Pacers and all other Indiana gear, this is a local print shop that make small batch Indiana merch. There’s also a location in Carmel! The shirts the use are that perfect “washed a million times” feel.
FAQs
Question
What should I wear?
Answer
You can wear whatever makes you feel comfortable! This is suppose to be a Sunday brunch with your best friends! Remember, this is October in Indiana, the weather could be anything. I highly suggest bringing layers for your whole stay in Indiana.
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Are you registered? Where?
Answer
We are registered at Amazon and Target.
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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?
Answer
There is plenty of free parking in a paved lot.
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What time should I arrive at the ceremony?
Answer
You can come and go as you please. There is no set schedule. Food will start to be set out at 11:30 and we will wrap up around 2:30.
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Are there any other events that I should know about around the wedding?
Answer
There are no formal events. This is a celebration with our close friends and our family to celebrate our Leap Day legal marriage. If you are staying here, there is a long list of suggestions for food and activists on this site.
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Are kids welcome?
Answer
Friends and family of all ages are welcome. We have done our best to plan for all family members so we just ask on RSVPs everyone planning on coming is accounted for, but we understand plans change! Much to Tracey’s dismay, animals are not permitted.
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Can I bring a date?
Answer
Yes! All of our single, married, and committed friends and family can bring dates and family members! We just ask that RSVPs are as accurate as possible. We don’t need names, just as close to an accurate count as possible.
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