OUR WEDDING WEEKEND
As we began to plan our wedding, our number one priority became, “time.” That is, the ability to spend as much time as possible with all of you, our family and friends. A five hour reception just wasn’t enough! So we planned a four-day wedding weekend celebration in the Catskills. Each day will have a series of planned activities, with the fall season and beautiful foliage as our backdrop. We know not everyone will be able to join us for all four days, but we’d love to host you for as long as possible. When you RSVP, please be sure to note which events you plan to join. And please note, cell service in the area can be spotty. Be sure to download all GPS guides or print directions ahead of time. We look forward to celebrating this special time with each and every one of you.
Love, Ryan & Roe
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, October 4, 2018
Baseball, Beer, & Apple Pie
Group Excursion (Non-Hosted)
The Catskills are an incredible antithesis to the hustle and bustle of NYC. While we’re here, we want to visit the best of the area with you! We'll embark on a group tour of the National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum* in Cooperstown, about 45 minutes north of our venue. After our visit to the museum, we'll head to Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard* for a slice of Mill-made apple pie and a tour of the mill. We'll finish the day at Brewery Ommegang*, one of the area's most loved local breweries, for a tour and beer tasting. Transportation will be provided.
Departure Time: 12:00 PM
Meeting Point: Centennial Farm Manor, 195 Centennial Lane, Gilbertsville, NY 13776
Shuttle Service Pick-up Location & Time: Centennial Farm Manor @ 12:00 PM
Attire: Casual
*Pricing & Additional Details:
- National Baseball Hall of Fame & Museum: $23.00 per ticket.
- Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard: No cost for the visit.
- Brewery Ommegang:
- Tours are $5 and include a 5 oz. pour that you may redeem at any of the brewery bars.
- Tastings are $10 per person and include a souvenir tasting glass and five 3 oz. tasting pours.
- Closed-toe shoes and covered shoulders are required to tour the brewery.
- We have chosen a brewery/restaurant that is family-friendly, so that guests of all ages may join us.
Friday, October 5, 2018
"R Wars" Games
It’s the day before the wedding, and we could think of no better way to get to know one another than with a little friendly competition! Have you reminisced about the days of Meatballs, Poison Ivy, or your own sleep-away camp experiences? Then this is the event for you. All participants will be divided into teams, where we will compete in contests, games, ridiculous challenges, and relay races. There will be points awarded from our very official judges, and the prize will be bragging rights for the rest of the weekend. Snacks will be served during this outdoor event. (Note: In order to provide all guests, including parents, the opportunity to let their hair down and relax, we politely request no children under the age of 15.)
Games Start Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Natural Gardens, 304 Sutherland Road, East Meredith, NY 13757
Shuttle Service Pick-up Location & Time: TBC
Attire: Casual
Welcome Dinner
In lieu of a traditional “Dress Rehearsal Dinner,” we will welcome all of our guests with dinner and drinks for all at an outdoor Welcome Party. (Note: In order to provide all guests, including parents, the opportunity to let their hair down and relax, we politely request no children under the age of 15.)
Dinner Start Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Natural Gardens, 304 Sutherland Road, East Meredith, NY 13757
Shuttle Service Pick-up Location & Time: TBC
Attire: Casual
Saturday, October 6, 2o18
Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, & Reception
First, Roe & Ryan say, “I do” in an outdoor ceremony. Then the celebration begins! Drinks will flow and lawn games will commence during cocktail hour, while the paparazzi document the festivities. Work up an appetite for the indoors reception, then drink and dance the night away with the bride and groom. (Note: In order to provide all guests, including parents, the opportunity to let their hair down and and relax, we politely request no children under the age of 15.)
Ceremony Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Natural Gardens, 304 Sutherland Road, East Meredith, NY 13757
Shuttle Service Pick-up Location & Time: TBC
Attire: Semi-Formal
After Party
Weather permitting, after dinner and dancing wrap up, we’ll transition into an after party with s’mores and a bonfire.
Time: Immediately following Reception
Location: Natural Gardens, 304 Sutherland Road, East Meredith, NY 13757
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Farewell Brunch
Join us for mimosas and brunch fare, and help us relive the most epic moments from our wedding weekend.
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Centennial Farms Manor, 195 Centennial Lane, Gilbertsville, NY 13776
Attire: Casual
WHAT TO WEAR
The attire for the Baseball, Beer, & Apple Pie Group Excursion, "R Wars" Games, Welcome Dinner, and Farewell Brunch is casual. We plan to dress comfortably in our jeans and slacks and you should too!
The attire for the Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, Reception, and After Party is semi-formal. For ladies, that means cocktail attire and dressy separates. For guys, that means suits with ties. Dress to impress for the paparazzi!
Many of our planned events, including the "R Wars" Games, Welcome Dinner, Ceremony, and Cocktail Hour, will be hosted on the lawns of The Natural Gardens, weather permitting. The Natural Gardens encompasses more than 100 acres in the Western Catskills, and our events will be dispersed around the property. Please keep this in mind when planning footwear. But whatever you do, be sure to bring your dancing shoes!
During early October, the area experiences average high temperatures of 60-65° F, and average low temperatures of 35-45° F. However, in 2017, the actual recorded temperatures were 10-15° higher than average. Please keep this in mind when packing outerwear, and check forecasts before your visit. If all else fails, you can work up a sweat dancing with us!