Wedding Day

Ceremony

Nanina's In The Park

Ceremony & Reception

Our Wedding

We met in the summer of 2017 at a party at Quinnipiac University in Connecticut, thanks to some mutual friends. Jillian spotted Ben from across the room and instantly knew he was the one—so much so, she told him a month into dating that she was going to marry him (which freaked him out).That fall, Jillian heard there was a party at Ben’s house and made sure she was there. From that night on, we were inseparable. We officially started dating on September 23, 2017.Until Ben graduated, Jillian practically lived at Ben’s fraternity house—better known as “The Swamp”- an unofficial living arrangement she looks back on with disbelief and amusement. We shared some of our earliest adventures in Connecticut including welcoming our first rescue, Bean, a teacup Yorkie senior-citizen who brought so much love into our lives. He’s no longer with us, but he’ll always be part of our story.A few years later, we made our way to Florida: a longtime dream for Ben, and a perfect fit for Disney World fanatic Jillian. These days, Ben has actually matched Jillian in Disney knowledge and enthusiasm, a plot twist literally nobody saw coming. Fittingly, Ben proposed in Magic Kingdom. After a few years in Florida, we have made our way up to New Jersey along with our giant chaotic horse-dog, “Donkey”. Our lives now revolve around Donkey’s schedule- we’re lucky he’s letting us sneak a wedding in.As for what’s next? We’re not entirely sure where the road will lead—but we’re so excited to walk it together.

Our Story

Nanina's in the Park

540 Mill St, Belleville, NJ 07109<a href="https:" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://naninasinthepark.com/</a>

Timeline of Our Day

6:30pmCeremonyPlease arrive around 6:00. Chapel doors will close promptly at 6:30 7:00pm - 8:30pmCocktail Hour 8:30pm - 12:30amReception

Our Day

This link provides access to a discounted rate for a one or two-night stay, available to anyone who needs hotel accommodations (subject to availability). Room block closes April 1st.

Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel

Shuttle service will be available for hotel guests on a first-come, first-served basis, providing transportation to our venue as well as back to the hotel after the wedding is over. Full details, including schedule and pickup location, will be shared closer to the event.

Shuttle Service

Valet parking will be available at Nanina's in the Park, should you choose to drive to the venue.

Jillian & Benjamin

Jillian & Benjamin

Photos

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