the venue
The ceremony and the reception are both located at Eden Gardens in Moorpark, California.
The ceremony begins at 5:30 on July 15, 2016 and the reception immediately follows.
Eden Gardens
3900 Brennan Rd
Moorpark, CA 93021
The ceremony begins at 5:30 on July 15, 2016 and the reception immediately follows.
Eden Gardens
3900 Brennan Rd
Moorpark, CA 93021
The people
Standing for the Bride
Gabrielle Smith
Gabrielle is two years older than me, so I've always looked up to her. I always wanted to hang out with her and her friends, borrow her clothes, and follow in her footsteps.
Kelly Allen
I met Kelly after she transferred to our school in fifth grade. She took over as my sister once Gab left for college, coming over for family dinners or playing tennis with me until dark.
Sasha McLaughlin
Sasha and I became friends through the Maize Rage. Whenever I need to talk, she'll pick up the phone and her door is always open. Before Alex, I did all my Michigan sports things with her.
Julia Fornetti
When Julia and I are together, the party really starts. I couldn't have made it through high school without her. Now, I can still talk to her about everything and nothing at all.
standing for the groom
Josh Kruger
Josh has been my best friend since grade school. He's been the brother I never had, and is a big part of why I was able to meet Maegan (he convinced me to apply to Michigan). We've always been able to talk about anything at any time.
Jon Wagenknecht
I met Jon freshman year in Bursley Hall. He almost transferred to MSU after his freshman year, but luckily he stayed. We bonded over Michigan basketball, and he's a big reason why I joined the Maize Rage and was able to meet Maegan.
Matt Ryan
Matt was also in my hall freshman year, and we lived together all 4 years at Michigan. Even though we differ on many sports teams, the back and forth about sports is always friendly banter, and we both love the Wolverines.
Elizabeth Liggett
Lizzie is three years older than me and for many years she was bigger than me (and she let me know it). Once I finally grew and passed her up we became friends and would do silly things together especially on family vacations.
the Stories
HOW WE MET
We met through a student organization, the Maize Rage. We went to all the same Michigan basketball games and attended all the same meetings for two years, but never actually met. Finally, one fine evening, we got talking and I asked for Alex's phone number. The rest was history! ♥M
OUR ENGAGEMENT
Naturally, we got engaged in a way that was true to how we met. Before our last home basketball game while we were both students, I proposed to Maegan in the Crisler Center. Our student section tenure ended with a thrilling victory over Rutgers, but our engagement had just begun! ♥A
the gifts
As our wedding day draws near,
We hope our sentiment is clear.
We need you there as we are wed,
To witness our love as vows are said.
But, as for gifts, please don't try,
To find the ideal thing to buy,
We have no lists of pots and pans,
Just hopes and dreams and future plans.
So please remember most,
Your presence with us in the West Coast
Is the greatest gift that we could get.
With that, we know our life would be set.
We hope our sentiment is clear.
We need you there as we are wed,
To witness our love as vows are said.
But, as for gifts, please don't try,
To find the ideal thing to buy,
We have no lists of pots and pans,
Just hopes and dreams and future plans.
So please remember most,
Your presence with us in the West Coast
Is the greatest gift that we could get.
With that, we know our life would be set.
the travel
HOTELS
We have rooms marked off at Best Western Pasada Royale, just mention your with the Mathew/Kemp Wedding! Rooms are $121/night for Friday and Saturday night.
If you're looking for something less expensive, we suggest a place to share! Take a look at www.airbnb.com or www.homeaway.com for house rentals.
If you're looking for something less expensive, we suggest a place to share! Take a look at www.airbnb.com or www.homeaway.com for house rentals.
CAR RENTAL
Midway Car Rental is right in LAX! Get 15% off when you book with them by entering "KEMP Wedding" in the notes. You can find more information about Midway Car Rental and book at www.midwaycarrental.com. The sooner, the better! Our contact says prices usually increase during the summer months, so book now to get the lowest price and if it gets cheaper, give them a call and they'll update your rate.