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Weddings Amy Stufflebeam & Nicholas Tecosky October 21, 2017 Amy and Nicholas first met through mutual friends in the Atlanta writing community, and then followed each other from reading to reading. After two years of dating, Amy, who was never one to stand on tradition, proposed to Nick during a beautiful summer evening on the Charleston Harbor with a full moon and warm breeze. Nick was confused as Amy started her proposal and became worried she was breaking up with him, but was soon relieved when she popped the question. The ceremony was held at Foster’s Pointe outside of Charleston. Since Nick’s great-grandfather Earl Foster bought the property, family traditions followed, such as drinking out of a silver cup used by four generations and a sing-along to Billy Joel’s “Piano Man.” Popular food truck Roti Rolls catered the wedding, so people could eat or dance as they pleased. The two continue to live in Atlanta. Amy is a licensed esthetician, and Nick is a writer and audiobook narrator. JOSH RIGSBY PHOTOGRAPHY
Judi Lynn Shetler & Stephen McRae Jr. February 18, 2018 It was a typical Thursday for Stephen—working on the farm then delivering veggies and meats to Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery. But when Chef Judi came around the corner, he didn’t hesitate to email the manager to learn this lovely woman’s name. One farm tour later, and these local food aficionados were hooked. After a wonderful 18 months of dating, Stephen popped the question one night while the two were cuddled up by the fire. Although he didn’t yet have a ring, the moment was right, and Judi replied, “Yes!” A few weeks later, a ring secretly arrived with a rock Judi’s brother had mined in California. Their ceremony was held at East North Church in Greenville, with a three-day celebration that included gatherings at Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery, Southern Growl, and GB&D, as local food is a core part of their story. The two live in the Monaghan Mill Community; Judi is a chef at Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery, and Stephen is a farmer and porter at the café. JACK ROBERT PHOTOGRAPHY
Leah Yokel & Marc Kelley February 17, 2018 Leah and Marc met as freshmen students at Clemson University but didn’t start dating until the end of their senior year. Fast forward five years to a magical weekend getaway in Asheville, North Carolina, where Marc proposed on a hiking trail at the Grove Park Inn. The remainder of the day was spent celebrating their new engagement and enjoying the delicious local food Asheville has to offer. The ceremony was held in the Gold Ballroom at the Westin Poinsett, where they exchanged their own written vows in front of family and friends, and included family heirlooms during the Jewish service. Atlanta designer Linda Gillentine transformed Leah’s gown, originally strapless, by adding a stunning top with personal touches. The reception included cupcakes (the couple’s favorite), beautiful speeches, and dancing long into the night. The couple lives in Greenville. Leah works in commercial innovation at Georgia Pacific, and Marc is a spine specialist at Globus Medical. SPOSA BELLA PHOTOGRAPHY HEARING WEDDING BELLS? TOWN Magazine wants to publish your wedding announcement. If you currently live or grew up in the Upstate and were recently married, please write to us at TOWN Magazine, Attn: Weddings, 581 Perry Ave, Greenville, SC 29611, or e-mail weddings@towncarolina.com. Due to space constraints, inclusion is not guaranteed. 44 TOWN / towncarolina.com
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