Schedule
Welcome Reception
Chicago Athletic Association
The Library (Lobby)
Thursday, November 4th from 4 - 6 PM
The parents of the bride, Paul and Mary Blessing, will be graciously hosting a welcome reception in the Library Lobby of the Athletic Association on Thursday as our guests arrive. We hope to see you there to kick off the wedding weekend!
Shuttle to Ceremony
Chicago Athletic Association
Madison Entrance (71 E Madison, the north side of the block)
Friday, November 5th
Trollies begin boarding at 3:00 PM and will leave no later than 3:15 PM
Ceremony
St. Alphonsus Church
Friday, November 5th at 4 PM
Our wedding will take place in this beautiful church on Friday afternoon. Note that the ceremony will not be a mass.
Transportation will be provided between the Chicago Athletic Association and St. Alphonsus before and after the ceremony.
Reception
Chicago Athletic Association
White City Ballroom
Friday, November 5th at 6 PM
The historic White City Ballroom will be the site of our reception. Enjoy a view of Millenium Park as we celebrate with a formal dinner and dancing.
After Party
Chicago Athletic Association
Game Room
Friday, November 5th immediately following the reception
There will be space reserved in the Game Room of the Athletic Association for our guests to have some late-night bites, have a last drink (or two), and continue the revelry after the formal festivities end.
[Unofficial] Brunch
Chicago Athletic Association
The Drawing Room (Lobby)
Saturday, November 6th from approximately 11 AM-1PM
We will be brunching in the lobby of the Athletic Association on Saturday from about 11 AM-1 PM. While nothing formal is planned, please feel free to stop by and join us for a cup of coffee, brunch, or just say hello on your way to a spectacular spot in Chicago or on your way out of town!