7.1.17
Garfield Park Conservatory
Chicago, Illinois
WELCOME
Hello friends and family!
After over 6 years of dating, 5 nieces & nephews, 4 light-up frisbees (surprisingly easy to lose), 3 apartments together in 2 different states, and 1 brush with tuberculosis, we’re making it official — we can't wait to dance the dance and celebrate with all of you!
The Venue
Garfield Park Conservatory is one of the largest greenhouse conservatories in the country.
We’ll have the entire site for our ceremony and reception, so we hope you enjoy exploring the many gardens featuring plants from around the world.
The conservatory is located at 300 N. Central Park Avenue in Chicago, IL. It’s conveniently located next to the Central Park Drive Green Line stop, and there’s a free parking lot next to the venue.
The big day
Our ceremony will begin at 6:00 in the evening, followed by a cocktail hour at 6:30 and dinner at 7:30. We’ll continue with drinks and dancing until 11:00 PM.
(And then stay tuned for the after party!)
The players
We’ve asked some of our friends and family to help make our big day even more special...
Dr. James Cornwall
Officiant
TB diagnostician/literal sawbones. Hopefully he'll have the necessary power vested in him come July.
EriC Kennedy
MC
Mickey’s cousin-in-law and the lead singer of The Kennedy Compound, the famous family band.
Sarah Scholz
Maid of Honor
Jill’s big sister, role model, and BFF since birth. She's a marriage pro with over 10 years of experience.
Hawley braswell
Bridesmaid
Jill’s BFF from Wash U, old roommate from St. Louis and Brooklyn, and soul mate.
Alli Novak
Bridesmaid
Mickey’s younger (yet stronger) sister. Hit her up for some Gatorade if you're feeling dehydrated.
Neal Hamer
Best Man
The Novak family won't get rid of a couch they've had for nearly twenty years because it's 'Neal's couch.'
Brad Ruzicka
Groomsman
Jill’s super smart big brother, saving the world one brain sample at a time. Thanks Brad!
Owen Scholz
Ring Bearer
Jill’s oldest nephew, who may propose to Mickey if things do not go according to plan.
Annie Scholz
Flower Girl
Jill’s oldest niece. Ask her to break out some of her Irish Dance moves on the dance floor!
Peter Scholz
Flower Girl Attendant
Jill's nephew and one of Mickey's biggest fans. Although he's a bigger fan of Slimer from Ghostbusters.
Esme Ruzicka
Flower Girl
Jill's youngest niece, coming all the way from Boston. She eats veggies that Mickey hasn't even tried.
Ivan Ruzicka
Flower Girl Attendant
Jill's youngest nephew, also from Boston, and the back-up officiant (he's one eloquent 3 year old).
Erick Lee
Guitarist
Mickey's first college friend and fellow endurer of Everton. Who will fall asleep first? Jill or Erick??
Alex SChiff
Keyboardist/Pianist
Goes by 'Coach' in the BK streetball scene, Jill's BFF on gchat, and may be wearing two belts right now.
PAtrick Smith
Bassist
Don't let his youthful locks fool you, this guy's at least 25. Answers to 'New Mickey' and 'Sergeant Smith.'
Alex Raderman
Drummer
A musical genius with upwards of five beats in his beatbox. Chant his last name and he won't disappoint!
Where to stay
Please use coupon code “Wedding15” for 15% off at The Robey Hotel and their sister hotel, The Hollander. The Robey is best for singles and couples, and The Hollander is best for groups of 3 or more.
REGISTRY
If you feel like getting a gift (thank you!) and you need a little inspiration, we're registered at Zola.
