Wedding Day

Ceremony

Port Jefferson Country Club

Cocktail Hour

Reception

Our Wedding

Kristen and Michael’s story is a reminder that some things are simply meant to be, just not always on our timeline. As if connected by an invisible string... they grew up in the same town, walked the same high school hallways, and shared many of the same friends, yet somehow never truly crossed paths until fourteen years later. A simple invitation from Kristen’s dad, Joe, led her to the event that changed everything. From the moment they met, there was an ease between them, like picking up a conversation that had been waiting years to begin. What started as a connection quickly deepened into something undeniable. They bonded over what matters most: health, family, snowy days on the slopes, time on the water, creativity, ambition, and a shared love of learning, while finding the most joy in the simplest moments: long walks with their dogs, time in nature, tea time on the couch and truly appreciating it all. Together, they’ve built a life rooted in gratitude, the kind found in quiet mornings and everyday moments. Today, they call Miller Place home with their two dogs, Maggie and Grady, and couldn’t feel more grateful to be celebrating this next chapter surrounded by all of the people they love most.

Our Story

Our trip to the Azores, Portugal!

Ski bum love

Late nights in Greece

If you can't find us... we're here on our little loveboat xx

Photos

Kaitlyn Suarez

Jackie Pitts

Tommy Pitts

James Suarez

Olivia & Sophia 

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Dress Code

There is no minimum night stay. Please use the link to reserve your room at the wedding rate! There will be a shuttle provided from the Hilton Garden Inn to the wedding and back. Located on the State University of New York at Stony Brook campus, this Hilton Garden offers on-site dining at the Northern Coast Kitchen &amp; Cocktails and there is an on-site lounge. Free WiFi is also provided. Each room at the Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook includes a flat-screen cable TV and refrigerator. A microwave is also supplied in each room. Guests staying at the Stony Brook Hilton Garden Inn can exercise at the fitness center or swim in the indoor pool. There is also a business center. Stony Brook Beach is 3 mi away and Long Beach Town Park is 9.5 mi away from the hotel.

Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook

Located on the water in the heart of Port Jefferson village, Danfords Hotel &amp; Marina features an on-site spa and wellness center as well as an on-site seafood restaurant. WiFi access is provided free of charge. A flat-screen TV is featured in each room at the hotel, which also provides a coffee machine and a desk for guest convenience. Select rooms feature a seating area and many rooms offer a balcony. Guests can dock their boat at the private marina, located on site. A meeting facilities are also available for guest use, and room service is offered. The Port Jefferson Train Station is 1.4 mi from Danfords Hotel &amp; Marina. Stony Brook University is 8 minutes’ drive away.

Danfords Hotel and Marina

Travel

SUMMER ON LONG ISLAND! There is a ton to do. Port Jefferson and Stony Brook Village are two lovely waterfront towns to explore during your stay. Enjoy a lovely walk through our favorite nature preserve or stroll on the beach, both of which are close to the hotel. Avalon Nature PreserveShep Jones Ln, St James, NY 11780 West Meadow Beach 110 Trustees Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790 Grab a coffee for the walk or a bite to eat nearby Georgio's Coffee Roasters131 Main St, Stony Brook, NY 11790Luca93 Main St, Stony Brook, NY 11790Crazy Beans97 Main St, Stony Brook, NY 11790Soul Brew556 N Country Rd, St James, NY 11780 Our favorite restaurants in Port Jefferson Village: Ruvo in Port Jefferson VillageOld Fields in Port Jefferson VillageBlack Pearl at Danfords in Port Jefferson Village(The chicken milense is Kristen's favorite)Dark Horse in Port Jefferson Village(Great for lunch and breakfast.. delicious coffee!) Neighborhood favoritesBeach day/ Live music nearby:Cedar Beach for a great beach day and live music at The Tikki Joe's Bar. (Long Island Sound Beach)223 Harbor Beach Rd, Mt Sinai, NY 11766 Ralph's Fishing Station for a bite to eat and live music250 Harbor Beach Rd, Mt Sinai, NY 11766 Near Ralphs and Cedar Beach is our favorite Italian restaurant and ice cream spot:Savino's Hideaway258 N Country Rd, Mt Sinai, NY 11766 McNulty's Ice Cream Parlor153 N Country Rd, Miller Place, NY 11764 (A few of our neighborhood spots, all just moments from our home, our marina, local beach, and our go-to restaurant and ice cream spot. These places hold so many of our favorite everyday moments. If you’re nearby, let us know; we’d love to join if we can. Enjoy our backyard favorites!) Making a trip out of it? Venture further east to the ocean or the Vinyards. (Make sure to stop at all the local farms on your way to the vineyards) Ocean beaches:Smiths Point Beach1 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967Cupsogue Beach County Park975 Dune Rd, Westhampton Beach, NY 11978 Vineyards:Kontokosta WineryOne of the only waterfront vineyards—insane views over Long Island Sound. Best for sunsets.Baiting Hollow WinerySparkling Pointe Vineyards &amp; WineryPindar VineyardsJamesport Vineyards Macari VineyardsRiverhead Cider HouseBriermere Farms(the greatest pies) We hope you have an incredible stay. We can't wait to see you all at the wedding! xx

Things to Do

Registry

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Kristen & Michael

Kristen & Michael

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