Tidbits
How did you first meet?
Stephanie and Malik first met over tea and hot chocolate at a coffee shop in Atlantic Station.
Who made the first move? How?
We had been dating for at least a month or 2 when Malik made the first move. He attempted to kiss Stephanie who had turned her head leading him to kiss her cheek instead.
Who's going to take out the trash?
Malik will take out the trash.
What was your most memorable date?
When we went to Ashville for Malik's birthday. We went on awesome hikes, saw our first bear, and enjoyed some great food. We also had our dogs with us who protected us in the Airbnb we stayed at there.
What's your favorite activity together?
We love to work out together and go on hikes with our dogs Checkers and Louis.
Where are you going for your honeymoon?
We will visit Athens, Greece, and the Greek Island, of Crete.
What's the best meal you have eaten together?
The best meal we had was Pappardelle from Poggio in Sausalito, CA. It was Malik's first time visiting Northern California where Stephanie was born. It was both our first time visiting Sausalito and trying that meal.
What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?
When Malik first brought Stephanie to his hometown to visit with his family in Cleveland, OH for Thanksgiving.
We’re on the same page about
Our spiritual life and keeping God first and our financial goals.
A life goal of ours
Is to create our own software company and build generational wealth.
The most spontaneous thing we’ve done
Got tattoos together
The dorkiest thing about us is
We send silly and funny comics via SMS to one other trying to top each other
A social cause we care about
Racial injustice
We are regulars at
At the gym and Victory World Church
We take pride in
Our faith and our value system
Schedule
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Ceremony and Reception at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame - Invite only
5:45 PM to 11:00 PM
Doors to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to open by 5:45 pm.
Semi-Formal
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Easter Church Service at Gethsemane Baptist Church
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
11 am Easter Service starts
After Church Brunch
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location to be announced soon
Registry
We’re humbled by your presence on our special day. While your presence is truly enough, if you’d like to contribute, our wedding cash fund awaits. Thank you for your love and support.
Travel
Getting In
We recommend flying into Cleveland Hopkins International Airport!
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cleveland Downtown - Lakeside, Lakeside Avenue East, Cleveland, OH, USA
We recommend staying at the Double Tree Hotel which is located just behind the Rock Hall of Fame. This hotel also offers shuttle service to the Rock Hall of Fame. We also have a room block set which would gives us a slight discount. Rooms are $149.00 per night. Right now our room block is set from Friday to Sunday but if you need to increase the number of days for your stay, please let us know so we call inform the hotel and ask them about availability. Here is the room block link:
Complimentary Shuttle from the Double Tree to the Rock Hall of Fame
Mar 30
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
An 11-passenger van that is complimentary within a 1-mile radius for all hotel guests to use on a first come, first serve basis from 7:00am-11:00pm upon availability
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?
March 11, 2024
Are kids welcome?
Yes, kids with their parents are welcome.
What will the weather be like?
Although the event is indoors, Cleveland weather can vary greatly and could be anywhere from the high 40's to the low 70's so please pack accordingly.
Where should I park?
There are various paid meters and parking lots available around the museum on East 9th St., Erieside Ave., Alfred Lerner Way (in front of FirstEnergy Stadium), and at the Great Lakes Science Center. Metered parking will be free on the weekends. Oversized vehicles and RVs can park at Dock 32 (behind FirstEnergy Stadium). There is free motorcycle parking on Erieside Ave.
Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?
Yes, both the ceremony and the reception are located at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. There are wheelchair ramps, elevators, and escalators throughout the building.
What should I wear?
Black tie to Semi-Formal.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Both the ceremony and reception are indoors.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
During the reception it is fine but we ask you to please refrain from taking photos with your cameras during the ceremony to allow for our photographer to get the best shots possible. We will provide a link to our photos after the wedding for you to copy and keep.
Whom should I call with questions?
For wedding-related questions contact our wedding coordinator Teresa Arriaz at 818-339-8540.
For Rock and Roll Hall of Fame related questions contact our Events Coordinator Angel Romina at 216-515-1270.
For guest-related questions contact Alonzo Cray at 650-861-1416.
Wedding Party
Heidi Herrera
Maid of Honor
Massi Brown
Best Man
Sherri Jarrow
Mother of the Bride
Sherry Brown
Mother of the Groom
Alonzo Cray
Father of the Bride
Torrence Carlisle
Usher
Zahra Pelamoko
Flower Girl
Daylon Brown
Usher
Emmitt Lee
Officiant
Stephon Hall
Usher
Dillon Brown
Greeter
Layla Brown
Greeter
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