Rehearsal Dinner

The Silver Fork

Welcome Party

The United Church of Dorset

Wedding Ceremony

Dorset Field Club

Reception

Gringo Jack's

After Party

We are getting married and are so excited to have you all join us in one of our favorite places!

Our Wedding

Our Story

Wedding Party

We know getting to Vermont can be a journey, and we’re so grateful to everyone making the trip to celebrate with us. Your time, effort, and presence means the world to us, and we can’t wait to share this special place and weekend with you.

AIRPORTS

If you are flying in for the weekend we suggest the following airports for your travel: Albany International Airport (ALB) | 1 hour 15 minutes from Manchester, VTBradley International Airport (BDL) | 2.5 hours from Manchester, VTBurlington International Airport (BTV) | 2 hours and 15 minutes from Manchester, VT

A rooming block and discounted rate has been arranged at this hotel for our guests. The Hampton Inn by Hilton is located in the Center of Manchester, a great location and quick walk to shopping and dining. To make a reservation please call the hotel and reference the Kyritz &amp; Gruseke Wedding Block or Code KG6 when speaking with the booking agent. Click the button below for the direct reservation booking link. Please note a two night minimum is required at this location. The block will be available until August 18, 2026.

Hampton Inn & Suites Manchester

A rooming block and discounted rate has been arranged at this hotel for our guests. The Reluctant Panther is a small luxury hotel located in the center of Manchester within walking distance to local attractions. This hotel offers onsite amenities with elegant design. To make a reservation please call the hotel directly and reference the Kyritz &amp; Gruseke Wedding Block when speaking with the booking agent. Please note a two night minimum is required at this location. The block will be available until June 19, 2026

The Reluctant Panther Inn & Restaurant

A rooming block and discounted rate has been arranged at this hotel for our guests. The Kimpton Taconic hotel offers full amenities, shuttle service to downtown shopping, dining and is pet friendly. To make a reservation please call the hotel and reference the Kyritz &amp; Gruseke Wedding Block or Code D12 when speaking with the booking agent. Click the button below for the direct reservation booking link. Please note a two night minimum is required at this location.

Kimpton Taconic Hotel

OTHER ACCOMODATIONS

The following are a list of hotels to consider for additional overnight accommodations. These hotels are some of our favorites and are in the Center of Manchester and Dorset and are within walking distance to shopping and dining. We encourage you to book your accommodation as soon as possible as rooms in Manchester/Dorset Vermont sell out quickly during peak season May-October. - The Equinox Resort &amp; Spa www.equinoxresort.com- The Palmer House Resort www.choicehotels.com- Hill Farm Inn www.hillfarminn.com- The Dorset Inn www.innsofdorset.com- Barrows House &amp; Restaurant www.innsofdorset.com AirBnB and VRBO are also recommended with a number of great options in the Manchester area

Manchester, Dorset Vermont and the surrounding towns DO NOT offer taxis, Ubers or rideshares. Please ensure you have arranged a rental car if you are flying in for the weekend.

Taxis & Ubers

Travel

Manchester and Dorset are very near and dear to our hearts, we hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Merck Forest - for an easy walk with great views, check out Merck Forest, 3,500 acres of beautiful Vermont scenery. Located just beyond Dorset in Rupert, Vermont. Bromley Mountain - for a moderate hike with views of Stratton Mountain, park at the base of Bromley Mountain for a scenic hike (typically about an hour from the base). Mount Equinox Skyline Drive - an unforgettable scenic drive to the summit of the highest peak in the Taconic Range. From historic Route 7A between Manchester and Arlington, Vermont, Skyline Drive — the longest privately owned, paved toll road in the United States — ascends 3,248 feet over 5.2 miles to the top of Mount Equinox.

HIKING & OUTDOORS

The Vermont Country Store - Located in nearby Weston, VT, the Vermont Country Store offers a wide range of unique and classic New England products. Going here is like going back in time. The Northshire Bookstore - Located in downtown Manchester, Courtney and Andrew have spent hours here shopping for books and goodies. The Dorset Farmers Market - Located at H.N Williams General Store on Sundays from 10-2PM. Courtney and Andrew never miss a Sunday. Check out Earth, Sky, Thyme for great sourdough. Southern Vermont Arts Council- Located in Manchester, explore a sprawling, recently renovated art gallery. Curate Cafe is great for brunch! Hildene - Historic, picturesque estate of Robert Todd Lincoln. The Orvis Flagship Store - A premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts. American Museum of Fly Fishing - Celebrates the rich history and conservation of fly fishing.

LOCAL TREASURES

The Manchester area has two excellent public golf courses: The Golf Club at the Equinox - This scenic 1927 Walter Travis design will test a player's ability to hit a variety of shots to well-manicured, undulating greens. This Par 71, 6,423 yard Vermont gem is consistently rated one of the top courses in the state. Stratton Mountain Golf - Golf Digest describes it as one of the top resort courses in New England with three distinct nine hole layouts, giving you 27 reasons to play Stratton.

GOLF

Some of our favorite spots to grab a bite to eat: Charlie's Coffee House - We recommend the Maple Latte!Lost Marble Brewery - Located next to the Hampton Inn, brand new to town brewing great beer and bar bitesThe Works Bakery &amp; Cafe - Casual spot for bagels and breakfast sandwiches to goAl Ducci's Italian Pantry - A variety of Italian favoritesZoey's Deli &amp; Bakery - Great for a sandwich on the go.The Crooked Ram - Our favorite casual outdoor yard experience.Mystico Cucina Italiana - Hand crafted pastas in a warm, inviting settingLola Mediterranean Woodfire - Authentic Greek, Mediterranean cuisine and woodfired pizzaReluctant Panther - Gourmet cuisine in an intimate settingRoad Runner - Courtney's favorite spot in town, be sure to try the Fried Chicken SandwichBen &amp; Jerry's - A Vermont favorite! The Dorset Inn - Dinner or brunch in a charming, historic innH.N. Williams Store - A great general store with food and local offeringsDorset Union Store - Andrew's favorite egg sandwich!

DINING

The Equinox Resort has a fantastic Spa offering massages, facials &amp; nail treatments. Appointments are required in advance. For hair services, Stellas Salon Plus in Manchester and Hygge Spa in Dorset are great salons. Appointments are required in advance for these locations (recommended 2 months prior to book).

Courtney & Andrew

Courtney & Andrew

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