The Penthouse

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Arbor Midtown

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Hyatt Regency Rochester

Farewell Breakfast

Our Wedding

It all started back in 2014 when we met on a local kickball team. Kara was a last-minute sub, recruited mainly to help fill the female player requirement, and Dave was very serious about the game. Kara didn’t quite realize what she had signed up for...it turned out to be an all-day tournament. Somehow, our team ended up winning! In true Dave fashion, he told Kara she was the MVP and handed her the trophy for the victory photo… even though, let’s be honest, she definitely wasn’t the secret weapon behind the win. Fun fact: Dave kept that trophy all these years, and it’s now a staple in our home decor. After that day, we stayed connected as Facebook friends, occasionally seeing each other pop up in our feeds. Then in 2021, fate (and the algorithm) brought us back together! both single, both ready to reconnect and the rest is history. Since then, we’ve built a life full of laughter, adventure, and plenty of inside jokes. We love traveling together and exploring new places. And somehow, Dave managed the impossible..he turned Kara into not just a Buffalo Bills fan, but an actual football fan (crazy). In 2025, we welcomed our golden retriever, Cheddar, into our world, and life has only gotten more fun (and a little furrier) ever since. One of the things we love most is spending time with our friends and family. They’ve been such a big part of our story cheering us on, laughing with us, and always showing up with love and support. We feel so lucky to be surrounded by the best people and can’t wait to celebrate with everyone on our wedding day. Here’s to the kickball game that started it all, the adventures that followed, and the people who’ve been there through it all. Cheers!

Our Story

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Wedding Party

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Travel

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Fall Activities 

Powers Farm Market

Wickham Farms

Schutt's Apple Mill

Take in the spectacular colors of the season from new heights on a Fall Sky Ride at Bristol Mountain! *45 Minutes from downtown Rochester*

Bristol Mountain Fall Sky Rides 

Local Food & Drink Recommendations

Tony D's

Peels On Wheels Pizza Garage

Vern’s

Good Luck

Living Roots Rochester

Fiorella

Genesee Brew House

Pearson's

Pittsford Farms Dairy

Pane Vino on the Avenue

Things to Do 

Radio Social will always have a special place in our hearts — it’s where we went on our first date! Between the bowling, full bar, and great food, it’s become one of our go to date night spots. Definitely recommend checking it out!

Radio Social

The Strong National Museum of Play

City of Rochester Public Market

The Playhouse // Swillburger

George Eastman Museum

Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

Things to Do

Registry

Welcome Party at The PenthouseFriday, October 23rd at 8pm1 East Ave. Rochester, NYPlease join us for cocktails and appetizers as we welcome you to Rochester and kick off our wedding weekend! We can’t wait to celebrate with you. The Penthouse is just a short walk from the Hyatt, making it easy to join us for the evening. If you’re driving, you’ll find parking instructions below.

Wedding Ceremony and Reception Saturday, October 24th 4pm-11pmArbor Midtown183 E Main St, Rochester, NYThe celebration begins at 4:00 p.m. with our wedding ceremony, followed by cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing. We are so excited to celebrate this unforgettable day with our favorite people.

After PartySaturday, October 24th at 11pmBar Bantam 1 South Clinton Ave Rochester, NYAfter the reception, join us at Bar Bantam, conveniently located across the street in The Metropolitan, to keep the celebration going.Farewell Breakfast Sunday, October 25th 8am-11amThe Hyatt 125 E Main Street Rochester, NYBefore you head home, we’d love for you to join us for a farewell breakfast at the Hyatt Regency. Stop by to enjoy a delicious breakfast, share a few more laughs, and say your goodbyes before the wedding weekend comes to a close. Breakfast will be available from 8am-11am, so come whenever works best for you! We hope to see you there!

Weekend Itinerary 

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Kara & Dave

Kara & Dave

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