A great country setting, a huge yard, a tent, and buses to shuttle 175 awesome guests, a fantastic caterer, a dance floor and a DJ and you’ve got a rustic back yard wedding. Staying true to their easy-going, outdoor personalities,  that’s what James + Stephanie chose for their wedding.

The ceremony was in the quaint little First Congregational Church in Rowley, MA which dates back to 1639.  James attended the church as a young boy and shared some of his memories as his boutineer was being pinned in church classroom.

Following the ceremony we went to a nearby wildlife sanctuary for pictures of James, Stephanie and their bridal party, then on to the reception where cocktail hour was still in full swing. After introductions and the first dance guests enjoyed some delicious food  by the attentive and professional staff of Vinwood Catering as the sun set. The celebration continued with cake, dancing and even a performance of Let It Go by two young guests.

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Rowley, MA

Ceremony :: First Congregational Church, Rowley, MA

Reception Venue :: Family Home

Catering: Vinwood Caterers

Flowers :: Kim Perilli

Cake :: Old Town Bread

DJ :: DJ Wild Bill

Hair :: Cindy Bowman

Makeup :: Sean Powell

Dress :: David’s Bridal

Bridesmaid Dresses :: David’s Bridal

Tuxedos :: Men’s Warehouse