Donuts, Pies, and Karaoke... Oh My!

Stefanie and Jesse’s October wedding at the Charles River Museum of Industry and Innovation was a true labor of love – over 25 friends, family members and vendors came together to create a one-of-a-kind celebration that beautifully captured the couple’s vibrant and fun-loving personalities! 

The stunning images below are courtesy of Ben Schaefer of Silver and Salt Photography.

​Stefanie and Jesse’s wedding day kicked off with a beautifully-orchestrated ceremony in sun-dappled Landry Park along the banks of the Charles River.  Despite the chill in the air, the bride was radiant in her elegant dropped-waist gown, fur wrap and floral crown as she processed down the aisle escorted by her parents.  Acting as officiants, friends Lesley and Colin led the proceedings with humor and grace, incorporating readings and personal stories from friends and family members in a unique and moving ceremony.  Of course, the absolute highlight of the afternoon was the exchange of thoughtful, handwritten vows from the bride and groom!   

​The lofted reception space was a testament to Stefanie and Jesse’s creativity - from Seacoast Event’s amazing bistro lighting to the clever signs scattered about the room to the floral garlands created for each guest table by the groom’s family, no detail was overlooked!   Beautiful place settings from New England Country Rentals were accented by napkins made by the bride’s mother and the custom table numbers featured photographs from the couple’s many outdoor adventures.  Marquee letters were also used throughout the space to add additional personality to this unique celebration.   

​Following the ceremony, guests were treated to delicious sweet and savory donuts courtesy of Union Square Donuts while enjoying Stefanie’s favorite 90’s smooth jams among the museum’s antique car and steam engine exhibits.  The make-your-own dog tag hammering table was also a huge hit during cocktail hour.  After sampling a donut or two themselves, the bride and groom invited their guests to tuck in to a family-style feast from Blue Ribbon BBQ followed by a scrumptious pie buffet featuring Petsi’s Pies.  Premier Bartending was on hand to ensure every guest had a cocktail and plenty of cornbread!  

​Before kicking off a lively evening of karaoke and dancing, Stefanie, Jesse and their guests enjoyed incredible toasts from friends and family, and perhaps most entertaining of all, a mic-dropping rap entitled “Blessed Union of Soul Mates” from an awesome bridesmaid!  
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Stefanie and Jesse did not stop smiling the entire day and we are so honored to have been a part of their celebration!  We have a feeling these two will be celebrating their 50th anniversary with another karaoke bash!