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THE WEDDING

CEREMONY

Saturday, May 15th, 2027

at 5:30 in the evening

University Club of Chicago
76 East Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60603

COCKTAIL HOUR

To follow the Ceremony
The Gallery on the rooftop terrace

RECEPTION

Dinner and Dancing to follow
The Michigan Room

Countdown to I DO!

WEEKEND EVENTS

WELCOME PARTY

Friday, May 14th, 2027

We're so grateful you've traveled to be here with us!
Please join us for a welcome reception
Avli on the Park at 7 in the evening

ACCOMMODATIONS

PALMER HOUSE HILTON

Conveniently located across the street from the University Club, making it an especially convenient option for our guests. Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, the historic Palmer House is a beautiful, classic Chicago hotel known for its grand architecture and timeless elegance. First opened in 1871, the Palmer House was built as an extravagant wedding gift from Potter Palmer to his Bride, Bertha.

THE KIMPTON GRAY

Located just a 5 minute walk from the University Club, the Kimpton Gray is a stylish boutique hotel that blends historic architecture with modern luxury and a more intimate atmosphere. Housed in the former New York Life Insurance Building, the hotel dates back to 1894 and features beautiful historic details throughout the property. It's conveniently located near some of Chicago’s best restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. The Kimpton Gray is a great choice for guests looking for a chic, upscale stay with a boutique-hotel feel.

TO EAT + TO DO

We've included a few of our favorite Chicago spots to help you make the most of your weekend. Whether you're looking for a great meal, a cocktail with a view, or a chance to explore the city, we hope you enjoy some of the places we love!

Wendella Tours & Cruises

Architectural Boat Tour

One of our favorite things to do and the BEST way to see the city! If your time in Chicago allows, we couldn't recommend the architectural boat tour more!

Chicago Riverwalk

Lunch, Dinner or Drinks with a view

The Chicago Riverwalk is one of our favorite ways to experience the city, offering beautiful views of Chicago’s architecture right along the river. Take a leisurely stroll, grab a drink or bite to eat along the water and watch as all the boats go by. Some of our favorite spots for a bite to eat are Naia, Pizzeria Portofino, and City Winery.

Wrigley Field

Iconic Ballpark

If time allows, check out the iconic ivy on a tour of Wrigley Field.

Lincoln Park Zoo

A free zoo with some of the best views of the city?! What more could you ask for! No reservations required.

HOW WE MET

Our story started out like any good rom-com: two coworkers, a few mutual friends, and a lot of hallway run-ins that neither of us realized would eventually lead us to forever.

We first met in 2013 while working at the Fidelity phone site in Covington, KY. With friends on each other's teams, we'd often stop by to say hello during breaks and after long dreadful days of taking calls, happy hours at Keystone became a regular tradition. Somewhere along the way we were no longer coworkers, but good friends. In 2014 Megan moved from Covington to Chicago, but distance never changed our friendship. We stayed in touch, and whenever Megan would come home to visit family, we would make time to grab a drink and catch up. Then, one fateful Tuesday before Thanksgiving in 2018, what started out as just another night between two friends catching up, turned into WAY too many drinks. What started as a friendship six years earlier turned into something more.... and the rest, as they say, is history.

THE PROPOSAL

After weeks of vacationing through France—from Paris to Lyon, Annecy to the South of France—we thought our trip was ending with one last sunrise. Little did Megan know, Robert had one more surprise before we went home.

For two whole weeks, the most risk-averse person Megan has ever known traveled all over France with an engagement ring hidden in his backpack (uninsured, as we later realized... oops).

On the last day of our trip, which also happened to be Megan’s birthday, Robert begrudgingly convinced her to get out of bed at 6:30 AM to watch the sunrise. We walked two miles along the peninsula chasing the sunrise and nearly missed it, but as the sun came up over the sea, Robert asked Megan to marry him.

Megan was completely shocked—mostly because Robert had somehow managed to carry the ring around France for two weeks without giving anything away.

And somehow, the most risk-averse man she knows decided that was risk worth taking.

REGISTRY

We've been fortunate to build a wonderful life together over the years. Your presence on our special day is truly the greatest gift we could ever ask for! For those who have asked about gifts, we've put together a small registry with a few items we'd love to add to our home, along with experiences we'll enjoy together as newlyweds.

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