Saturday November 25, 2023
Asheville, NC, USA
Story
Meeting that special someone can be a difficult thing in a perfect world, let alone a pandemic world. Yet one fateful swipe to the right set things in motion for Kara and Brooks. After some texting back and forth, Kara—growing weary of Brooks’ passive nature (shocker!)—took matters into her own hands and planned a trip to Greenville, SC where they would finally meet. The first date was sushi and drinks on a rooftop, that somehow turned into a 1v1 flip cup battle. Neither willing to lose and talking smack the whole time, it was like we’d known each other forever.
And as they say the rest was….wait that’s too cheesy. It was inevitable from the jump that we’d be together and could get through anything (including long distance and making that awful drive through I-85 construction every weekend!) After a year of making long distance work, Kara told Brooks to get his butt to Charlotte or find someone else to play flip cup with (Editor’s/Kara’s note: this is only half true). And so, Brooks packed his bags, took a new job, and moved to Charlotte (best decision(s) ever). And things were better than ever.
Fast forward to October 2022 at Badin Lake, when passive Brooks finally made the big move to ask the easiest question of his life to Kara. While no one knows what he actually said as he was a rambling mess (who didn’t know where to place his hands)—Kara said yes! Their parents were there to celebrate (Sue Reinke dawned a ghillie suit and fought off wildlife in the woods to capture the moment). While some may say “about time,” patience is a virtue! And that virtue is tested daily by our child, Louie, the Labradoodle, who joined the family in December 2022 (what we’re we thinking!)
If you’ve made it this far, congrats and you’re still invited to the wedding (if you didn’t read this far, it’s a cash bar for you)! We are so excited for this day and can’t wait to celebrate with all our family and best friends!
Travel
Getting In
We recommend flying into:
- Asheville Regional Airport
-OR-
- Charlotte/Douglas International Airport
Asheville Regional will be the closest airport to hotels and the wedding venue. If you're flying into Charlotte, the drive will be about 2 hours and 15 minutes to Asheville.
Since the wedding is technically a holiday weekend, we recommend booking as soon as possible.
Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown
We have a room block reserved at Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown for November 24, 2023 through November 26, 2023. Just follow the link below.
We're looking forward to seeing you in November!
hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/avladgi-rmww2-56122009-b08a-4538-9669-d39633b13a8f/
Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville-Tunnel Rd
Group Name “Reinke and Miller Wedding”. There are two ways you can book. You can call the hotel directly at 828.252.5400 and mention the group name with group code “RMW” OR you can use the direct personalized reservation link below:
hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/
A valid credit card is required for all reservations.
This special rate is ONLY valid until midnight on Thursday, November 2, 2023, any reservation booked after this date will be subject to availability and the best available rate at that time.
Hotel Options Outside the Wedding Room Block
Here is a list of hotels in the Downtown Asheville vicinity that are not in our wedding room block but gives you more options for places to stay. The wedding venue (The Crest Pavilion) is 5 miles from downtown for reference.
**Just a reminder: The shuttles will only pick up guests from Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown, Homewood Suites by Hilton Asheville-Tunnel Rd, and DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville Downtown
- Crowne Plaza (Closest to The Crest Center and Pavilion but not downtown where the wedding room blocks are located)
- 828.254.3211
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- Hotel Indigo (Downtown)
- 828.239.0239
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- Haywood Park Hotel (Downtown)
- 828.252.2522
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- Cambria Hotel Downtown Asheville (Downtown)
- 828.348.4850
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- ALoft (Downtown)
- 828.232.2838
- aloft-hotels.marriott.com
- Renaissance Asheville (Downtown)
- 828.252.8211
- renaissance-hotels.marriott.com/renaissance-asheville-hotel
- Four Points by Sheraton (Downtown)
- 828.253.1851
- marriott.com/hotels/travel/avlfp-four-points-ashevilledowntown/
- The Windsor Boutique Hotel (Downtown)
- 828.242.8029
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- The Foundry Hotel (Downtown)
- 828.552.8545
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- The Omni Grove Park Inn (located not far from downtown. eautiful property built in 1913 with amazing views of the Blue Ridge Mtns- also a great option for brunch on Sunday after the wedding)
- 828.252.2711
- omnihotels.com/hotels/asheville-grove-park
There are also plenty of Airbnb's in the area. When searching on Airbnb, be sure to use the map feature, this will help you see how close your house is to The Crest Pavilion (22 Celebration Place Asheville, NC 28806).
- airbnb.com
Yonder Luxury Vacation Rentals
This is a good option if you're looking to stay Thanksgiving week!
Asheville Cabins of Willow Winds (Biltmore Forest)
Another great house option located in the Biltmore Forest, about 20 minutes from the venue.
Our Favorite Restaurants
Favorite Breweries Downtown:
-Burial
-Green Man
-Wicked Weed/Funkatorium
-Dssolvr
-Catawba Brewing South Slope
-Thirsty Monk (bar)
-Storm Rhum Bar
-Antidote (cocktail bar in historic builidng)
Things to do in Asheville
Schedule
Saturday, November 25, 2023
Shuttle to the Venue 🚌
3:30 PM
Buses will be picking up guests from:
-Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown
Buses will be at Hilton Garden Inn Downtown at 3:30 and departing from the hotel promptly at 3:45 for the Crest Pavilion.
The buses will be bringing guests back to the hotels at the end of the night.
Cocktail Attire **Bring a coat as the ceremony will be outside (weather permitting).
Ceremony-Cocktail Hour-Reception
4:30 PM to 9:30 PM
We're getting married! Drinks, dinner, and dancing to follow!
Venue: The Crest Pavilion
22 Celebration Place, Asheville, NC 28806
Cocktail Attire
Sunday, November 26, 2023
Post-Wedding Brunch/Brewery Crawl
11:00 AM
For all of you who are staying a day longer, we are going to do a brunch/brewery crawl on Sunday for anyone wanting to explore downtown more!
We will start at 11:00am at The Funkatorium
(see address below)
Dress for the weather as some places are partially outside
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 Friday, October 20th, so we can have an accurate headcount. :)
Can I bring a date?
Please check your RSVP option on the website
Are kids welcome?
As much as we love your little ones, we will not be including them in the ceremony or reception (other than little ones included in the ceremony). However, we recognize that some of you will be traveling with your kids, so please know they are welcome at the Friday 'Welcome Party' and Sunday brunch/brewery crawl! Please reach out if you have questions!
What will the weather be like?
Welcome to Asheville, all of you out-of-towners (including us)! The weather will most likely be cold and the ceremony is outside so dress accordingly.
Where should I park?
There is plenty of free parking right outside the Crest Pavilion and to the left when you get up the big hill. There will be people out front directing you if you get confused :)
Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?
Yes!
What should I wear?
Please see our Schedule for the dress code.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our wedding ceremony/cocktail hour is outdoors, but our reception will be inside.
What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?
There is a gravel pathway to the ceremony site so wear shoes that work for you.
Wedding Party
Abby Gray
Matron of Honor
Sierra Reinke
Bridesmaid
Chelsea Duke
Bridesmaid
Kinsey Fabrizio
Bridesmaid
Carrie Decker
Bridesmaid
Rob Victor
Best Man
Eric Baffour
Groomsman
Nate Decker
Groomsman
Phil Fabrizio
Groomsman
Luke Reinke
Groomsman
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.
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