Weekend Schedule
Friday, May 3, 2024
Rehearsal Dinner (by invitation only)
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Families of the bride & groom, as well as the wedding party, are invited for dinner at the Weymouth Center. Toast Laura & William as the weekend begins!
Cocktail
Welcome Party
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Welcome to Pinehurst! All guests are invited to gather at the historical Weymouth Center in downtown Southern Pines to kick off the weekend. Graciously hosted by Dr. and Mrs. Richard Oliver.
Please RSVP to truittoliver@gmail.com.
Coat, no tie
Saturday, May 4, 2024
Wedding Ceremony and Reception
6:00 PM
Our ceremony will begin promptly at 6pm and will be held on the first tee box of No. 2.
Additionally, with the U.S. Open taking place in June, please note that there could be various equipment set up in the area like tents or grandstands. We are excited to be a part of history in the making!
Cocktail hour will follow the ceremony at 6:30pm on the Outlook Veranda. Dinner & dancing will take place at 7:30pm in the Outlook Ballroom at the Member's Club.
Black Tie Optional. Block heels or wedges are recommended for ladies due to the ceremony taking place on the golf course.
Sunday, May 5, 2024
Muffins, Mimosas, & More
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Join the newlyweds for one last farewell cheer! Light breakfast and libations will be served at The Village Wine Shop. Hosted by the Caputos, the Croushores, the Mitchells, the Pharrs, the Thompsons, and the Siegels.
Please RSVP to thehealthybuzz.b@gmail.com.
Travel, Stay, & Play
Getting In
If you're not driving directly to Pinehurst, we recommend flying into Charlotte, Raleigh-Durham, or Greensboro Airports. From there, you will need to rent a car or Uber to Pinehurst.
Spring is peak season in the Pines for golfers. With the 2024 U.S. Open being hosted at Pinehurst No. 2 in June, please make your arrangements as soon as possible for the best rates and availability.
Airbnb
Carolina Hotel, Carolina Vista Drive, Pinehurst, NC, USA
Pine Needles Lodge & Golf Club, Midland Road, Southern Pines, NC, USA
To book golf at Pine Needles or Mid Pines, you will have to stay in their lodging.
Hampton Inn & Suites Southern Pines-Pinehurst, Columbus Drive, Aberdeen, NC, USA
We have a room block at the Hampton Inn!
Click this link to access special rates: ,
You can also call 1-800-HILTONS and mention the Faenza Oliver Wedding Group Block.
Booking cut-off date for special rate is 4/3/24.
Hilton Garden Inn Southern Pines Pinehurst, S Hill Rd, Aberdeen, NC, USA
We have a room block at the Hilton Garden Inn!
Click this link to access special rates: ,
You can also call 1-800-HILTONS and mention the Faenza Oliver Wedding Group Block.
Booking cut-off date for special rate is 4/3/24.
Pinehurst Resort
A Ride Transportation, Pinehurst Avenue, Southern Pines, NC, USA
Pinehurst Taxi and Transport
Golf
Downtown Southern Pines
Favorites in the Pines
Our Registry
We are registered at the following stores:
Fragile:
Pottery Barn & Williams Sonoma:
MacKenzie Childs:
Weezie Towels:
Amazon:
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 23.
Can I bring a date?
Please check your invitation for your +1!
Are kids welcome?
As much as we love your little ones, we will not be including them in the ceremony or reception. Please reach out if you have questions!
Where should I park?
If driving to the wedding, please park in the regular parking lot on the right side of the road as you drive down Carolina Vista.
Are the ceremony and reception locations wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
What should I wear?
Please see our schedule for the dress codes.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
Our wedding ceremony is outdoors, but our reception will be inside :)
What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?
Block heels or wedges are recommended due to the ceremony taking place on the golf course.
Whom should I call with questions?
Laura Faenza (Bride) - 404-695-5563
Christy Faenza (Mother of Bride) - 404-308-1013
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