Here you will find more information about our wedding. We'll be posting details about hotel reservations shortly, and providing a form for you to confirm guests you are bringing, meal choices, and to provide information on dietary restrictions. We look forward to seeing you at our wedding!

Saturday, the 22nd of August 2009

11:00 a.m.

Ceremony officiated by Professor Allen Renear, Associate Dean for Research at the Graduate School of Library and Information Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Dr. Renear has known us for many years not only as professor and advisor, but also as a respected colleague and friend. He was there at the beginning, when we attended our first conference together— the 2003 Extreme Markup Conference in Montreal— and we are honored that he is part of this milestone in our lives.

11:30 a.m.

Champagne toast on the Riverwalk overlooking the Chicago River and downtown Chicago.

12:30 p.m.

Lunch reception in the Mayfield Room.

8:00 p.m.

Noraebang at Lincoln Karaoke in the Lincoln Square neighborhood. For those who are interested in singing Karaoke, we'll be heading up to the north side. Lincoln Karaoke is about 10 miles from the hotel (approx. 20 minutes by taxi). We have reserved their largest room which seats 25 people.

Please let Cameron know if you want to join so we can coordinate rideshares.

Lincoln Karaoke :: 5526 N Lincoln :: Chicago, IL 60625

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10:00 p.m.

Drinks and chatting back at the Sheraton Hotel

Gift Registry

We have some put together some information about where we are registered.

Sheraton Hotel in Chicago

301 E. North Water Street, Chicago, Illinois | website

Get directions from to the Sheraton

Valet parking at the hotel is available for $22/event, or $42/night. the use of public transportation and carpooling is encouraged.

We have reserved a block of rooms at a discounted rate at the Sheraton Hotel for guests wishing to stay overnight. The rate is $129/night. Reservations must be made on or before 22 July 2009 in order to guarantee the discounted rate. A link for booking rooms will be provided shortly.

Attire

We request guests dress in semi-formal attire. Gentlemen should be in suits appropriate for the season. Weather permitting, we will be having sparkling wine outside on the Riverwalk and Chicago can be hot and humid in late summer. Please dress accordingly.