Carley & Zach

Real Wedding Stories

Carley and Zach exchanged vows at St. Rita’s Catholic Church, a beautiful testament to their shared faith and the beginning of their journey as husband and wife. Their ceremony was a sacred moment filled with love and reverence. Father Thomas Helfrich, a cherished family friend, led the ceremony with grace and warmth, as Carley and Zach declared their love before God and their loved ones.

Following the ceremony, guests gathered in the assembly hall at Forty Nine South in Jackson, Michigan, for a joyful cocktail hour. Glasses clinked and laughter filled the air as friends and family celebrated the newlyweds’ union. Guests savored delectable hors d’oeuvres and shared fond memories of the happy couple.

Inside the grand reception hall in Forty Nine South, adorned with glowing candlelight and lush greenery, Carley and Zach made their grand entrance with their wedding party which was made up of family and life long friends. Guests savored every bite of the delicious dinner, featuring red wine braised beef short ribs, cashew pesto chicken, and an array of gourmet side dishes, ensuring that everyone left the table with satisfied smiles and full hearts. Following dinner, guests delighted in a decadent dessert table from Dailey Sweets adorned with an array of sweet treats, from lemon and strawberry parfaits to cinnamon roll cupcakes. The dance floor came alive with energy as friends and family danced the night away, celebrating the union of two souls destined to be together. It was a day brimming with magic and memories, a testament to the enduring power of love and friendship. Congratulations to the happy couple, may your journey together be as vibrant and beautiful as your wedding day!

Written by Jennifer Yarborugh

Wedding Vendors:

Pineapple Punch Events: Month-of Coordination/Jennifer

Ceremony Location: St. Rita’s Catholic Church

Reception Location: Forty Nine South

Photography: Chelsea Lusk Photography

Videography: Brendan Santana Films

DJ: Andrew Lindsay

Hair: Hillary Kalahar

Makeup: Glam by Sam C. and Nicole Maynard Aesthetics

Florist: Black Dog Flower Co.

Catering: Sylvia’s Catering