Story
Matt and Erin met on the popular dating app Bumble. After they both swiped right, they chatted until 3am talking about their dogs Rambo and Ralphie. After their first date at Pallette 22, they realized that not even a pandemic could keep them apart. They were inseparable and supported each other through difficult times, including the loss of Matt's beloved dog Rambo. They spent time during the pandemic fostering dogs, binge watching trash reality tv, and getting to know each other. Matt supported Erin at her outdoor gigs and learned the art of managing a semi-professional part-time busker. Erin realized that she needed Matt in her life, not only because she loves him dearly, but also because she needed someone to tell her to stop adopting dogs. Matt decided to pop the question in Aruba when the two were taking a midnight stroll under the stars.
Schedule
Friday, May 19, 2023
Welcome Reception for Out of Town Guests
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
We will be hosting a Welcome Reception for out of town guests and family at the Renaissance Hotel, Glenview from 6-8pm with light appetizers, beer, and wine. Please join us for a pre-wedding celebration!
Casual!
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Shuttle Bus to Ceremony 🚌
4:10 PM to 4:15 PM
There will be limited shuttle service (14 people/shuttle trip) from the Renaissance Glenview hotel to the Grove. Shuttle busses will depart at 4:15pm to go to the ceremony which will begin promptly at 5pm--please arrive on time if you plan on using the shuttle to get to the venue.
Note: the venue is only three minutes away via car, so you can also uber/lyft. There is no crosswalk so do so at your own risk.
There will be shuttles leaving the reception back to the hotel from 11:00pm to 12:15 am.
Ceremony and Reception
5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
We're getting married! We'd like to share a few words with everyone. Dinner, drinks, and dancing to follow!
We will be live streaming our ceremony as well for our loved ones who aren't able to join in person. See link below to join!
Cocktail Attire
Shuttle Bus to Hotel after Reception 🚌
11:00 PM to 12:15 AM
Shuttle busses will leave the reception at 11pm, 11:45pm, and 12:15am to go back to the Renaissance Hotel, Glenview.
Travel and Accommodations
Getting to Chicago
We recommend flying into Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Getting to Glenview, Illinois, USA
There are lots of ways to get to Glenview, IL. Glenview is only 15 minutes from O'Hare International Airport. There are several car rental options, and Lyft and Uber are relatively inexpensive.
Renaissance Chicago Glenview Suites Hotel, Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview, IL, USA
This is the preferred hotel and is where we are having our wedding room block, with a limited number of rooms available at a discount. It is across the street from the venue and will have shuttle service to the wedding. If you are having trouble booking, please let Matt or Erin know, as we can add more rooms to the block. Please use this link to book your room:
marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi
Complimentary Shuttle from the Renaissance Chicago Glenview Suites
May 20
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Shuttles to the wedding will depart from the locations listed above every 30 minutes. Shuttles will leave promptly on time - don't be late!
May 20
11:00 PM - 12:00 AM
We'll have a good time at the reception, then relax on our complimentary shuttles that will take you back to the locations listed above. Shuttles will be running every 30 minutes.
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Glenview/Northbrook, North Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview, IL, USA
This is another hotel option across the street from the venue. You may use the link below to book a room at a discounted rate:
marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi
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 March 20, 2023 or earlier so we have an accurate headcount.
Can I bring a date?
Only if you were allotted a plus 1. Please do not bring any other guests, as we have a strict capacity limitation.
Are kids welcome?
As much as we love children, this is an adult only event and we have capacity/seating limitations.
Where should I park?
There is ample parking at the venue.
Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?
Yes
What should I wear?
Cocktail or formal attire.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
The wedding will be outdoors pending weather.
What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?
Much of the ceremony will be on grass, so please keep that in mind when making your shoe selections.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes, however, please refrain from taking photos during the ceremony.
Whom should I call with questions?
Please contact Erin or Matt with questions.
Registry
Dear friends and family,
We want to express our sincerest gratitude for your love and support as we embark on this new adventure. We feel so fortunate to have you all in our lives, and we can't wait to celebrate with you on our wedding day.
As we begin our new journey together, we wanted to let you know that we have set up a wedding registry. While we appreciate any gift you choose to give, we would prefer cash, check, or venmo donations to help us start our new life together. These donations will allow us to fulfill our dreams and create new memories as a couple.
With love and appreciation,
Erin & Matt