Saturday February 22, 2025
Tampa, FL, USA
71 days 8 hrs 48 mins ago
Story
Paddy and I originally met in high school! I went to an all-girls' school and used any excuse to talk/ hang out with boys. So, I'm pretty sure my friend and I at the time made up a "school project" where would we get to interview boys from Jesuit and Plant. She suggested we talk to Paddy and Graham, whom I had heard of before. We went to Paddy's house and chatted on Carol's back porch. He followed up that meeting with a Facebook message - see attached pictures.
Tidbits
Who made the first move? How?
Cove Party had us both make the first move - IYKYK
What's your favorite activity together?
Taking our dog, Milo, out on walks to Gadsden Park by our house.
Where are you going for your honeymoon?
Ideally, South America!
What's the most memorable trip you have taken together?
The first "birthmass" trip to Napa Valley, California
Schedule
Friday, February 21, 2025
Rehearsal
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
We will have a rehearsal prior to the welcome party. Anyone in the wedding party or that has a part in the ceremony should attend.
Transportation from the Epicurean will arrive at 4:30, please go down to the lobby before then to ensure you do not miss the bus. You may also uber directly to the Academy of the Holy Names.
Less than Cocktail attire
Welcome Party
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
This event will be for any out of town guests. There will be light bites and libations, so if you want something heartier, I would suggest you eat dinner prior. There is a list of restaurant suggestions on the travel tab.
We will have a bus picking up from the Epicurean at 6:30 and 6:45 * on SOUTHVIEW. There will also be a bus dropping back off at the Epicurean at 8:45, 9, and 9:15 following the welcome party. Please contact Olivia or Paddy with any questions!
Less than Cocktail attire
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Wedding Ceremony
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
There will be transportation for anyone staying at the Epicurean. Please be downstairs by 3:10 PM, the bus will be leaving by 3:20 PM.
There will be parking at Academy of the Holy Names and Palma Ceia if you choose to drive.
Black Tie Optional
Wedding Happy Hour/ Reception
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
There will be parking available at Palma Ceia. If you choose to Uber to Academy, there will be a bus taking guests from Academy to Palma Ceia for the reception.
Following the reception, there will also be a bus dropping back off at the Epicurean. Please contact Olivia or Paddy with any questions!
Black Tie Optional
Registry
Welcome to the registry - feel free to do what is best for you and your family. Don't break the bank 🐖
Travel
Getting In
We recommend flying into TIA in Tampa. You can also fly into PIE in St. Petersburg.
Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection, South Howard Avenue, Tampa, FL, USA
This is where we are having our room block, with a limited number of rooms available.
The Westin Tampa Waterside
Complimentary Shuttle
Our Favorite Restaurants - So many to list, probably forgot some!
Things to do in Tampa
walk Bayshore Boulevard
stroll Hyde Park
Tampa Riverwalk
Ybor City
Busch Gardens
The Florida Aquarium
Sparkman Wharf
take Ferry to St. Petersburg
ZooTampa
Tampa Bay History Center
Hard Rock Casino
Curtis Hixon Water Front Park
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 January 13, 2025
Are kids welcome?
As much as we love your little ones, we will not be including them in the ceremony or reception.
What will the weather be like?
HOPEFULLY low 70s and high 50s
Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?
Yes!
What should I wear?
Wedding will be back tie black optional.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our wedding ceremony and reception will be indoors, but our cocktail hour will be outside.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes! We would love for you to take photos and share them with us afterwards.
However, please refrain from taking photos during the ceremony.
Wedding Party
Maddie Pohlmann
Matron of Honor
Graham Smith
Best Man
Bethany Stone
Bridesmaid
Travis Christenberry
Groomsman
Mady Katz
Bridesman
Colin Kendall
Groomsman
McCall Mullee
Bridesmaid
Matthew Kendall
Groomsman
Julianne Grove
Bridesmaid
Clark Russo
Groomsman
Katie Peterson
Bridesmaid
Joseph Cannella
Groomsman
Michelle Twomey
Bridesmaid
Brant Peterson
Groomsman
Emerald Folsom
Bridesmaid
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