Questions & answers.
Travel
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You can fly into San Francisco (SFO), Oakland (OAK), or Sonoma County Airport (STS), a small regional airport. From there, you can either rent a car or Uber.
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We highly recommend staying in Sonoma Square, aka Sonoma Plaza. Hotels and Airbnbs here can book up quickly, so we've reserved a few different hotels and properties. Check out the accomodations page for details and how to book.
If you want to do your own thing, you're welcome to do that, too.
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☞ Welcome party: walkable for those staying near the Square
☞ Ceremony and reception: transportation will be provided
☞ Wind down (El Molino): if you're joining, you'll need to drive or Uber
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It should be nice! Did I just jinx us? The average high is 83°F/28°C and the average low is 51°F/10°C.
Kids & plus ones
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Yes – the more the merrier.
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Yep! Babies and children are welcome at all of our events. We just ask that you keep a close eye on them at all times – our event spaces aren't exactly kid proof.
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Sure will.
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☞ Welcome party: There won't be specific options for kids, but you can bring a snack or order from the restaurant.
☞ Ceremony: We will have fruit, pastries, and juice.
☞ Reception: There will be a kids menu.
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Care.com comes recommended from our friends in the area and our wedding planner.
Wedding
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The dress code is garden party. Tie is optional for men. Bright colours, light fabrics, and floral patterns are welcome. For the gals, opt for a chunkier heel or sandal, as the ground is uneven in places.
Don't forget your sunnies!
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The bus leaves Sonoma Square on Saturday morning at 8:45. We will let you know the exact location as the date gets closer!
We know it’s early, but there will be a hot cup of coffee (or tea) waiting for you when you get there!
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The drive from Sonoma Square to the ceremony will be around an hour. 30 minutes of it will be spent on a dirt road through a combination of parkland and private property. Expect a few bumps!
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Ideally, you don't. But if you do, go back to bed and we'll see you at the reception later that evening :)
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No, sorry.
Winery (reception)
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The dress code is cocktail attire, tie optional.
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The bus leaves for the reception from Sonoma Square at 5:15pm. We will let you know the exact location as the date gets closer!
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A short and sweet 10 minutes – just enough time for a beer or two.
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No problem – just grab an Uber.
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Parking is limited, so if you'd like to drive separately we recommend grabbing an Uber.
Menu & dietary restrictions
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Yep. Just make sure to let us know your restrictions or allergies when you RSVP.
Miscellaneous
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No registry here, folks! If you'd like to help us save for a home (one day, hopefully), we’ll have a wishing well at our reception in the evening.
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Nap, hike, wine taste – it's totally up to you.
Get a few ideas here.
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Special shoutout to Chris Wolfelt for sharing his talents with us! And also for being the entire reason we met in the first place :)))
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☞ Email us at joandblake123@gmail.com
☞ Text Blake or Jo