There isn't any dress code per se, but there are those of us in the wedding party who might be looking a little bit Western. That means, it's free game for everyone else. While we don't mean for it to turn into a costume party (I'm talking to you, Shanan), we certainly don't mind if things are a little bit on the casual side.
Men, your suits are certainly welcome at our wedding, but if you prefer nice jeans and a blazer, that's cool too.
No Motley Crue T-shirts please.
Women, I'm sure you'll all look great and police yourselves accordingly.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Monday, October 12, 2009
5K? More like no K.
Que? What's that you're talking about?
Well, we had previously mentioned the possibility of a 5K the day of the wedding. Sanity has prevailed and that's been scrapped entirely.
However, a hike on Friday morning is planned and we will probably drive up to Tent Rocks:
It's super cool and weird. You'll like it.
Well, we had previously mentioned the possibility of a 5K the day of the wedding. Sanity has prevailed and that's been scrapped entirely.
However, a hike on Friday morning is planned and we will probably drive up to Tent Rocks:
It's super cool and weird. You'll like it.
Welcome to Albuquerque: Bring cash
Hi all, a note about the reception: we're planning to provide all legal adults with two tickets redeemable for an alcoholic beverage of your choice (wine/beer/margaritas only, no liquor), but once those are gone, our host Ben Michael only takes cash. Just wanted to give you a head's up.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Name that song
Name a song you want to hear at our wedding, and we'll put it on the playlist. I mean, we'll consider it ... if I doesn't hate it.
Just comment on the site or send the song to agjones76@gmail.com.
Pick out your favorite dance hits or love ballads and let us know!
Looking forward to seeing you all, best,
Andy
Just comment on the site or send the song to agjones76@gmail.com.
Pick out your favorite dance hits or love ballads and let us know!
Looking forward to seeing you all, best,
Andy
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Registry
For those inclined to purchase wedding gifts (it's certainly not a requirement), we went ahead and registered at the following locations: Bed, Bath and Beyond, Target, Dillard's and REI.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Kristina's Wedding Day 10K Run!!!
Lace up those sneakers and dust off those sweatbands, it's time to start training for the Big Day 10k. Listen, bishes, if I am gonna fit in that dress, I've gotta run my ass off. Please join me at 8am on Saturday, October 17th. Finish line drinks: Bloody Mary or Mimosa, your choice. Let us know if you are going to participate so we can get you a swag bag of awesome treats. :)
Friday, August 7, 2009
Albuquerque, much better than you think
A press release I received earlier, I thought it might provide some insight into our fair city:
One of the summer’s best cities to visit offers an affordable, authentic getaway
Families can learn and discover in Albuquerque without breaking the bank
ALBUQUERQUE, NM (August 7, 2009) – Travelers seeking an affordable vacation packed with activities should consider Albuquerque for their next getaway. Others are touting how great Albuquerque is on the “best city” lists for several attributes, why not bring your family for a vacation and add Albuquerque to your “best cities to visit” list?
The city was recently named:
• 6th Best City in America for 2009 in Outside magazine
• Top 10 Best Cities to Live in 2009 in U.S. News & World Report
• 2nd Best City of 2009 in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
• One of the 10 Best Cities for Local Food in The Huffington Post
• 5th Best Big City Art Destination in American Style magazine
• 5th Fittest City in the United States by Men's Fitness magazine
• 2nd Most Affordable U.S. Destination by AAA in 2008 with daily food and lodging rates at just $179 per day
Albuquerque is an ideal family vacation destination with activities for children of all ages including a zoo, botanic gardens, aquarium, 16 museums, accessible outdoor recreation, and a variety of restaurants all under sunny, blue skies with a mild climate. Albuquerque’s distinctive blend of culture also creates an intriguing atmosphere for visitors to discover.
The city’s array of family activities is especially appropriate for those on a tight budget. Here are some sample Albuquerque itineraries for a family of four (two adults, two children) looking to spend less than $100 per day on activities:
Day One - Museums
• Explora offers hands-on science experiences for children of all ages $20
• Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum $10
• New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science $22
• Finish up the day with a free concert in Old Town Free
Daily total for a family of four: $52
Day Two - Outdoor Adventure
• Begin the day with a hike at the Petroglyph National Monument $2
• Venture into the Sandia Mountains Free
• Albuquerque Biological Park (zoo, aquarium and botanic gardens combo) $34
• Albuquerque Isotopes AAA baseball game $24
Daily total for a family of four: $60
Day Three - History & Culture
• Albuquerque Museum of Art & History $10
• Indian Pueblo Cultural Center $18
• An evening concert at the Rio Grande Zoo Music Series $20
Daily total for a family of four: $48
Interested in checking out all of Albuquerque’s incredible attractions for free? Enter a $600 sweepstakes by August 31, 2009 to win a trip for four at www.affordable.itsatrip.org.
Find out about all of Albuquerque’s rankings at http://www.itsatrip.org/albuquerque/top-rankings/.
One of the summer’s best cities to visit offers an affordable, authentic getaway
Families can learn and discover in Albuquerque without breaking the bank
ALBUQUERQUE, NM (August 7, 2009) – Travelers seeking an affordable vacation packed with activities should consider Albuquerque for their next getaway. Others are touting how great Albuquerque is on the “best city” lists for several attributes, why not bring your family for a vacation and add Albuquerque to your “best cities to visit” list?
The city was recently named:
• 6th Best City in America for 2009 in Outside magazine
• Top 10 Best Cities to Live in 2009 in U.S. News & World Report
• 2nd Best City of 2009 in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
• One of the 10 Best Cities for Local Food in The Huffington Post
• 5th Best Big City Art Destination in American Style magazine
• 5th Fittest City in the United States by Men's Fitness magazine
• 2nd Most Affordable U.S. Destination by AAA in 2008 with daily food and lodging rates at just $179 per day
Albuquerque is an ideal family vacation destination with activities for children of all ages including a zoo, botanic gardens, aquarium, 16 museums, accessible outdoor recreation, and a variety of restaurants all under sunny, blue skies with a mild climate. Albuquerque’s distinctive blend of culture also creates an intriguing atmosphere for visitors to discover.
The city’s array of family activities is especially appropriate for those on a tight budget. Here are some sample Albuquerque itineraries for a family of four (two adults, two children) looking to spend less than $100 per day on activities:
Day One - Museums
• Explora offers hands-on science experiences for children of all ages $20
• Anderson-Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum $10
• New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science $22
• Finish up the day with a free concert in Old Town Free
Daily total for a family of four: $52
Day Two - Outdoor Adventure
• Begin the day with a hike at the Petroglyph National Monument $2
• Venture into the Sandia Mountains Free
• Albuquerque Biological Park (zoo, aquarium and botanic gardens combo) $34
• Albuquerque Isotopes AAA baseball game $24
Daily total for a family of four: $60
Day Three - History & Culture
• Albuquerque Museum of Art & History $10
• Indian Pueblo Cultural Center $18
• An evening concert at the Rio Grande Zoo Music Series $20
Daily total for a family of four: $48
Interested in checking out all of Albuquerque’s incredible attractions for free? Enter a $600 sweepstakes by August 31, 2009 to win a trip for four at www.affordable.itsatrip.org.
Find out about all of Albuquerque’s rankings at http://www.itsatrip.org/albuquerque/top-rankings/.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Amendment to the note regarding the addendum to accommodations post
Effective August 6, the deal with Rio Grande Best Western is final. Just call them and ask for the Ortez Jones wedding block rates!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Addendum to Accomodations:
The Rio Grande Best Western, listed below, has made us a wedding party deal and will have rooms available for $88 a night, up until Sept. 18.
Here's the info:
Ortez/Jones Wedding Reservation Process
Individuals must make reservations via our toll free reservation number 1 (800) 959-4726 or our direct number at 1 (505) 843-9500. Individuals must identify themselves with the “Ortez/Jones Wedding” group to receive the negotiated rate. Individuals who check availability and rates without requesting a room assignment from the “Ortez/Jones Wedding” block may be told that there is no availability or may be quoted much higher rates. Reservations that are made at higher transient rates will not be amended after the cut-off date of September 18, 2009. All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card at the time of confirmation and no reservations will be accepted by e-mail or fax. Room and tax and all incidentals will be paid by individuals directly to the hotel.
Concessions
• Room rates valid three days prior/post event block dates
• Group receives 20% off our restaurant breakfast menu when dining in the Albuquerque Grill
Room Block
Dates Day Single/ Double
October 16, 2009 Fri 10
October 17, 2009 Sat 10
October 18, 2009 Sun C/O
• At cut-off date, September 18, 2009, the hotel will release any unreserved rooms for general sale. Any reservation received after the cut-off date will be accepted on a space and rate available basis.
Sleeping Room Rate
Room One Adult Rate Two Adults Rate Three Adults Rate Four Adults Rate
Per Night /Per Room USD $88.00 + Tax $88.00 + Tax $88.00 + Tax $88.00 + Tax
• Sleeping room rates are subject to the appropriate state, local and occupancy taxes in effect at the time of the Group's meeting. These taxes are currently 12.875% per room night.
Here's the info:
Ortez/Jones Wedding Reservation Process
Individuals must make reservations via our toll free reservation number 1 (800) 959-4726 or our direct number at 1 (505) 843-9500. Individuals must identify themselves with the “Ortez/Jones Wedding” group to receive the negotiated rate. Individuals who check availability and rates without requesting a room assignment from the “Ortez/Jones Wedding” block may be told that there is no availability or may be quoted much higher rates. Reservations that are made at higher transient rates will not be amended after the cut-off date of September 18, 2009. All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card at the time of confirmation and no reservations will be accepted by e-mail or fax. Room and tax and all incidentals will be paid by individuals directly to the hotel.
Concessions
• Room rates valid three days prior/post event block dates
• Group receives 20% off our restaurant breakfast menu when dining in the Albuquerque Grill
Room Block
Dates Day Single/ Double
October 16, 2009 Fri 10
October 17, 2009 Sat 10
October 18, 2009 Sun C/O
• At cut-off date, September 18, 2009, the hotel will release any unreserved rooms for general sale. Any reservation received after the cut-off date will be accepted on a space and rate available basis.
Sleeping Room Rate
Room One Adult Rate Two Adults Rate Three Adults Rate Four Adults Rate
Per Night /Per Room USD $88.00 + Tax $88.00 + Tax $88.00 + Tax $88.00 + Tax
• Sleeping room rates are subject to the appropriate state, local and occupancy taxes in effect at the time of the Group's meeting. These taxes are currently 12.875% per room night.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
Accomodations
Here's a list of accommodation options in the Old Town neighborhood of Albuquerque:
Hotels
Hotel Albuquerque, right across from the reception site: Phone - 505-843-6300
Holiday Inn Express Albuquerque Old Town, a little further away and next to the Interstate, but fine for those who are fans of the Holiday Inn brand. 1-877-863-4780
Best Western, Rio Grande Inn, just down the street from the reception, seems very serviceable. 505-843-9500
EconoLodge Old Town: it's a lodge, econo-style.(505) 243-8475
Bed and breakfasts
Casa de Suenos, a very nice bed and breakfast with several room options. Most likely where the bride and groom will be staying. 1-800-665-7002
Bottger Mansion: they say it's a mansion but I think you just get a room, plus breakfast. 505-243-3639
Old Town Bed and Breakfast: 1-888-900-9144
Hacienda de Colores: (505) 247-0013
La Perla Bed and Breakfast: 800-695-8284
La Casita Rosada: (505) 504-2601
Another helpful site for info on Albuquerque lodging could be http://www.nmtravel.com/
Other than that EconoLodge, I might stay away from places on Central, there's a lot of old Route 66 dives down that stretch of road. They have cool neon signs, but other than that, I think they're mostly for unsavory characters, so, on second thought ... it would probably be perfect for some of you. :)
Hotels
Hotel Albuquerque, right across from the reception site: Phone - 505-843-6300
Holiday Inn Express Albuquerque Old Town, a little further away and next to the Interstate, but fine for those who are fans of the Holiday Inn brand. 1-877-863-4780
Best Western, Rio Grande Inn, just down the street from the reception, seems very serviceable. 505-843-9500
EconoLodge Old Town: it's a lodge, econo-style.(505) 243-8475
Bed and breakfasts
Casa de Suenos, a very nice bed and breakfast with several room options. Most likely where the bride and groom will be staying. 1-800-665-7002
Bottger Mansion: they say it's a mansion but I think you just get a room, plus breakfast. 505-243-3639
Old Town Bed and Breakfast: 1-888-900-9144
Hacienda de Colores: (505) 247-0013
La Perla Bed and Breakfast: 800-695-8284
La Casita Rosada: (505) 504-2601
Another helpful site for info on Albuquerque lodging could be http://www.nmtravel.com/
Other than that EconoLodge, I might stay away from places on Central, there's a lot of old Route 66 dives down that stretch of road. They have cool neon signs, but other than that, I think they're mostly for unsavory characters, so, on second thought ... it would probably be perfect for some of you. :)
Sunday, June 28, 2009
The big day is getting near
Kristina and Andy will get married on Oct. 17, 2009, at the Old Town Gazebo in Albuquerque, NM.
As of now, the plans are for a reception to follow at Ben Michael's, a restaurant in the Old Town neighborhood.
A list of things to do in Albuquerque, and some nearby hotel and housing accommodations soon to come.
As of now, the plans are for a reception to follow at Ben Michael's, a restaurant in the Old Town neighborhood.
A list of things to do in Albuquerque, and some nearby hotel and housing accommodations soon to come.
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