Saturday August 19, 2023
Platte City, MO, USA
733 days 18 hrs 34 mins ago
Story
We first met in Aggieville in 2017. It was summertime and we were both living in Manhattan, Kansas while on break from Kansas State University. Although we saw each other often throughout that summer, it wasn't until a few years later until our story really began. <3
Tidbits
Who made the first move? How?
He made the first move when he texted me requesting to "meet up in Aggieville" after finding out we'd both be in Manhattan, Kansas for the weekend. We met up and the rest is history!
Who's going to take out the trash?
Ethan. :)
What's your favorite activity together?
We love traveling, watching K-State football, and spending time with friends and family.
Where are you going for your honeymoon?
We're currently deciding between Hawaii, Bali, and one of the islands in the Caribbean. Please let us know if you have any recommendations, insights, or suggestions :)
What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?
The Big 12 Championship in Arlington, Texas in December 2022. This trip was a spontaneous, last-minute decision and Ethan pulled off the ultimate surprise by popping the question before the football game. The game ended up going into overtime and K-State came out with a win, which capped off one heck of a Saturday! It was a weekend for the record books and one we'll never forget!!
We’re on the same page about
Our core values and beliefs. What's important to us - and that's spending time with the people we love most. (You all!)
A life goal of ours
To build our dream home. To travel somewhere new (at least) once a year. To have a family of our own (not anytime soon). To grow and build together. To be lifelong best friends.
The dorkiest thing about us is
We love being in bed by 9:00 PM.
We take pride in
The challenges we've overcome. The lessons we've learned along the way. Everything that brought us to this point. The relationship we have. Careers we love. Friends. Family.
Schedule
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Ceremony and Reception
5:00 PM
We're getting married! We'd like to share a few words with everyone. Drinks, dinner, and dancing to follow!
Cocktail Attire
Registry
Your presence is enough of a present to us! But for those of you who are stubborn, we've put together a wish-list to help you out. The couple is registered at Crate & Barrel and Target.
Travel
Getting In
We recommend flying into Kansas City International Airport (MCI)!
PSA
There's a concert at Arrowhead Stadium on our wedding day. Please make your arrangements as soon as possible for the best rates and availability.
Kansas City Airport Marriott, Brasilia Avenue, Kansas City, MO, USA
This is where we're having our room blocks, with a limited number of rooms available at a discount. Please use the website link (above) to book! Our wedding shuttle (party bus) will pick-up and drop-off to and from this location and the wedding venue.
Wedding Shuttle Bus
Aug 19
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Our complimentary shuttle (The Tuxedo) will depart from The Marriott (KCI) @ TBD. The shuttle has a 40 person capacity so we ask that you please notify our wedding coordinator if you plan on utilizing the shuttle. We’ll make multiple trips and communicate additional details as we get closer to the big day! The shuttle will leave promptly on time - don't be late!
Aug 19
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
We'll have a FUN time at the reception and after-party, then relax on our complimentary shuttles that will take you back to the The Marriott Hotel. Shuttles will be running 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM.
Our Favorite Restaurants
Things to do in Kansas City
Booking Assistant - Find Hotels Near Our Venue
Enterprise Rent-A-Car, N Madrid, Kansas City, MO, USA
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
When is the RSVP deadline?
Please RSVP by June 1, so we can have an accurate headcount. :)
Can I bring a date?
Due to limited venue space, we are only able to accommodate guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you received a plus one, they will appear under your name when you RSVP. Thank you for understanding!
Are kids welcome?
We love your little ones! Due to limited venue space, we've decided to make our big day an adults only event - with the exception of immediate family. We encourage you to use this evening as a date night.
What will the weather be like?
Where should I park?
There is plenty of free parking at the venue :)
What should I wear?
We'd love to see family and friends get dressed up for our big day. Dress code is cocktail attire. No jeans please!
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our wedding ceremony is outdoors, but our reception will be indoors :)
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
At the beginning of the wedding ceremony, we'll have a "Social Media Minute" to allow our wedding guests to take some photos. Please ensure your flash is turned off and refrain from stepping into the aisles. We'd also love for you to take photos during the reception and share them.
Wedding Party
Torrey Lonker
Maid of Honor
Weston Loder
Best Man
Taryn Lonker
Maid of Honor
Grant England
Groomsman
Taylor Wheelock
Maid of Honor
Holden Hendricks
Groomsman
Marissa Vickers
Bridesmaid
Austin Cook
Groomsman
Emily Keller
Bridesmaid
Cali Kowalski
Bridesmaid
Dayna Richards
Bridesmaid
Katie Martin
Bridesmaid
Mattie King
Bridesmaid
Ellie Loder
Bridesmaid
Nichole Davis
Bridesmaid
Hunter Cook
Groomsman
Ben Wiethern
Groomsman
Austin Valcoure
Groomsman
Jeff Martin
Groomsman
Dan Garrison
Groomsman
Austin Wheelock
Usher
Mitchell Packard
Usher
Zeus Rodriguez
Groomsman
Rashaun Owens
Groomsman
Message from the Couple
Brooklyn & Ethan are getting married!
Welcome to our wedding website, we can’t wait to celebrate our special day with you.
We’ve created this website as a convenient and interactive way to share all of the important details with you in the lead up to our wedding.
You can also read more about our love story, get to know our awesome wedding party, and check out our registry information too.
So have fun, take a look around and don’t forget to RSVP!
Finally – thank you for your ongoing love and support. We are so excited to share this day with you and look forward to dancing the night away with all of our favorite people!
