Makayla & Drew

are getting married
Today!
Makayla and Drew sitting together outside on a flight of brick stairs.

The Event

When?

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Friday, August 18th, 2023
Doors open at 4:30 PM
Ceremony 5:00 - 5:30 PM
Cocktail hour, dinner, and reception to follow.

Where?

The Lafayette Grande
The Lafayette Grande
1 Lafayette St
Pontiac, Michigan
48342
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Hotels

A few of many options near our venue in the center of downtown Pontiac, Michigan!

Hampton Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn & Suites
Drive time: 9 minutes
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Holiday Inn Express

Holiday Inn Express
Drive time: 5 minutes
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Mariott Courtyard

Mariott Courtyard
Drive time: 9 minutes
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Crowne Plaza

Crowne Plaza
Drive time: 7 minutes
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Our Story

Drew and Makayla met back in 2016 after a friend of Drew's transferred from Drew's high school to Makayla's high school. She set up Drew on a blind date with one of her new friends, but it wasn't with Makayla. After some redirecting and "friend of a friend"-ing, they were finally put in each other's paths. A short year later, they would begin dating in the midst of a laser tag game. The next few years would provide memories of traveling to Seattle, Tennessee, and Toronto together. They would also celebrate many birthdays together; their birthdays are only two days apart! After lots of long drives back and forth from each other's homes and a brief trial run of living together during COVID, they would eventually buy a home together in November of 2021. In June of 2022 the long awaited question was asked... and here we are!
We are so excited to have you with us on our wedding day to celebrate our love and our future life together as spouses. Thank you all for your support and love to us over these past years and many years to come.

Wedding Party

Her Side

Sara Meissner

Sara Meissner

Maid of Honor
Katie Reitzel

Katie Reitzel

Bridesmaid
Breanna Early

Breanna Early

Bridesmaid
Alyssa Morby

Alyssa Morby

Bridesmaid
Jillian Scroggins

Jillian Scroggins

Bridesmaid
Cheyenne Thomachefski

Cheyenne Thomachefski

Bridesmaid
Mia Meissner

Mia Meissner

Flower Girl

His Side

Isaac Scroggins

Isaac Scroggins

Best Man
Matthew Powers

Matthew Powers

Groomsman
Chris Brooks

Chris Brooks

Groomsman
Phillip Morby

Phillip Morby

Groomsman
Eric Vargo-Chaudoir Jr.

Eric Vargo-Chaudoir Jr.

Groomsperson
Coke Smith

Coke Smith

Groomsman
Ian Smith

Ian Smith

Groomsman
Nate Williams

Nate Williams

Groomsman
Ian Meissner

Ian Meissner

Groomsman
Benjamin Wenzel

Benjamin Wenzel

Ring Bearer

FAQs

What time should I arrive?

If you would like to observe the ceremony from the seated audience, we suggest arriving by 4:40pm. The ceremony will begin promptly at 5:00pm. If you arrive after late, you will be able to watch from the balcony.

How is parking?

The venue has a designated parking lot and an overflow lot. The ceremony and reception are being held at the same location, so your cars will be safe and accessible throughout the evening.

Are kids welcome?

All members of your party will be listed under your party name when you RSVP, including invited children.

Do I have a plus one?

All members of your party will be listed under your party name when you RSVP. If you have a plus one, you will be prompted to enter their name.

Can I take photos during the ceremony?

We have hired a wonderful photographer and videographer for our ceremony. Please refrain from taking any photos or videos while our ceremony is taking place. We will happily share photos with you once we recieve them. As for the reception: feel free to take as many photos as you would like!

How should I dress for this event?

Our wedding will be a formal event so please abstain from jeans or loungewear. It will likely be warm outside, but the ceremony and reception will be held in an air-conditioned building.