Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to some questions you have probably thought of and some answers to those questions you probably haven't thought of (so lucky we did).

  • Your save-the-date and invitation were so cute and they rhymed but can I just double check on the details with you?
    Why, thank you! Yes, of course. We're getting married at the Summit Lodge in Killington, Vermont at 4pm on Saturday, April 4th. Dinner, dancing, and various forms of entertainment will follow. On Friday, April 3rd, there will be a welcome party at Hôtel Vermont, the Holson family’s home, to which you are also invited. The party will start around 6pm and we'll be going till late so come over when you can. Directions from the Summit Lodge to Hôtel Vermont will be emailed out to those who RSVP to the party.
  • Are you having a Jewish wedding?
    No. Ollie isn't Jewish and Amy constantly questions her relationship to religion. Our wedding will be officiated by Amy's aunt, Susan, a Justice of the Peace in the state of Vermont, who is even more ambivalent about Judaism than Amy is. That having been said, we're planning on incorporating some Jewish traditions; we're breaking a glass, both our parents will be walking us down the aisle, and we may or may not do a hora at the reception.
  • Breaking a glass?
    It's a Jewish tradition with multiple possible derivations and meanings. Some think it commemorates the destruction of the Second Temple and acts as a reminder that joy is fleeting. We just like to break stuff.
  • Can I bring a plus-one?
    We're limited on the number of people we can have at the wedding. If your invitation is addressed just to you, then just you are invited. We recognize that you're coming a long way and we don't want you to be lonely; we're pretty sure you've got friends who are also on the guest list, so you won't be on your own!
  • Is there an open bar?
    We've got an open bar for our cocktail hour and also for a couple of hours after dinner. Wine throughout the meal is included. If you're still in need of some giggle-water after that then I'm afraid you're on your own.
  • Umm, you know its Easter, right? Also Passover?
    Yes. We gave our wedding date a lot of thought and decided that tying the knot over a holiday weekend would make traveling easier for some of our very-far-out-of-town guests. We did not intend to cause any offence in choosing April 4th as our wedding day and we understand if you're unable to attend due to religious obligations. So that you are aware, we're working with our venue to ensure that some menu selections are enjoyable for those who keep Passover, and there is an awesome sunrise service at Killington Peak on Easter Sunday (usually followed by a mountain-wide Easter egg hunt and pond skimming).
  • Can I sing/play/perform at your wedding?
    We'd love to have you! Amy's mom, Nancy, is in charge of the entertainment. You should get in touch with her.
  • What should I wear?
    Early April in Vermont will be very cold and is likely to be snowy. Please bring appropriate clothing and footwear for your trip. That having been said, the ceremony and reception will both be inside, at the Summit Lodge, with no travel required. We would like our guests to dress in what we're calling "mountain formal." This means men should wear a jacket and tie or suitable alternative (bow ties are cool!) while women should consider cocktail attire (with very warm tights).
  • Where have you registered?
    We haven't. Ollie has a most impressive crockery collection and Amy likes to collect kitchen gadgets so we already have everything we need around the house. We're planning to have a honeymoon fund as an alternative. More details will be made available closer to the wedding.