Wedding Day

Church of The Good Shepherd

Ceremony

Glen Island Harbour Club

Reception

Our Wedding

Our story...

Chris and Gabi grew up in the small town of Collierville, Tennessee. They attended the same schools and events throughout childhood but while they knew each other, they were never close. Gabi eventually left for New York City to attend NYU. Chris initially stayed behind and started his career in Memphis until the wise counsel of his great aunt inspired him to move to New York. For over ten years they both lived in the city, each building their own independent lives. Their paths never crossed, but a subtle connection persisted. Small gestures—a passing thought about each other, a familiar name, a social media post liked but never commented on—kept that connection alive. Everything changed on April 2, 2024. Gabi liked an Instagram photo of Chris and his father Michael at a Mets game. In that moment, 2 margaritas deep at Rosa Mexicana, Chris noticed it and decided to reach out. What began as a simple message soon unfolded into a love that felt destined all along. As they now prepare to join their lives in marriage, Gabi and Chris do so with full hearts and a deep sense of gratitude. Their story is a reminder that love often arrives when we least expect it, but always when we are ready. They invite you to share in the celebration of this next chapter, knowing that it is your love, support, and presence in their lives that helped bring them to this moment.

Our Story

Photos

Nicole Alicino Snepar

Jacob Russell

Melissa Allen

Hashim Alsaffar

Saba Landmann

Adam Coats

Rachel Leibman

Christian "CJ" Fleming

Kristan Luchansky

Brent Halford

Jessell Posada

Riz Kermaly

Talia Schwartz

Jake Shuler

Yelena Tonkonogy

Dr. Cyrus Tanhaee

Wedding Party

For those of you who wish for accommodation closer to the wedding reception, this hotel is located in New Rochelle, roughly 5 minutes from Glenn Harbor Island Club. The booking link is below, and the cutoff for booking as part of the wedding block is October 13th: <a href="http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/00800?checkInDate=11/13/2025&amp;checkOutDate=11/15/2025&amp;groupCode=111325ROD" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/00800?checkInDate=11/13/2025&amp;checkOutDate=11/15/2025&amp;groupCode=111325ROD</a>

Hotel NoMa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Located in Midtown Manhattan for those of you who wish to enjoy all New York City has to offer during your visit. This hotel is within the vicinity of Columbus Circle and the southwest corner of Central Park, directly across the street from Lincoln Center. The booking link is: <a href="https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=40996&amp;Chain=30656&amp;config=Corp&amp;theme=EMPIRE&amp;arrive=2025-11-13&amp;depart=2025-11-15&amp;adult=1&amp;child=0&amp;group=VALLDE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=40996&amp;Chain=30656&amp;config=Corp&amp;theme=EMPIRE&amp;arrive=2025-11-13&amp;depart=2025-11-15&amp;adult=1&amp;child=0&amp;group=VALLDE</a>

The Empire Hotel

Accommodations

Transportation Recommendations

For transportation to the Church of the Good Shepherd (4967 Broadway, New York, NY 10034) we recommend the following: 1) Subway: A train to 207th street. From Midtown Manhattan, you can board the A train to 207th St from the Times Square (42nd St) station or the Columbus Circle (59th St) station. This lets you off right in front of the church. 2) Uber 3) Lyft 4) New York Taxi For those driving, the church does not have a parking lot however Sherman Parking is located 2 blocks away at 207th and Sherman Street.Sherman Parking: 212-544-7275 From New Rochelle, the Church is approximately 11 miles away (25 to 45 minutes by car depending on traffic). From Midtown Manhattan, the Church is approximately 9 miles away (25 to 45 minutes by car depending on traffic). For transportation from the Church to the reception at Glen Island Harbour Club: 1) We will have charter buses waiting at the church at the conclusion of the ceremony to transport our guests to the reception at Glen Island Harbor Club (50 Glen Island Park, New Rochelle, NY 10805). 2) If you drove to the church and would like to drive to the reception, the estimated drive time is approximately 45 minutes (assuming heavy traffic). The driving distance is approximately 11 miles. 3) Uber or Lyft are recommended as alternative transportation options if you are unable to drive or take the charter bus for any reason. The venue has free parking. Departure Transportation (from Glen Island Harbour Club): For guests who are staying in the Hotel Noma or Empire Hotel, we will have 1 shuttle at 11:30 dropping off at these locations. For all other guests- because our guests will be staying in a variety of locations, and given the roundtrip travel time to midtown Manh﻿attan and back, chartered transportation will not be provided after the reception (which concludes at 11:30 PM ET). We kindly recommend reserving return transportation in advance through one of the following services: <a href="https://www.carmellimo.com/WebApp/Reservation.jsp;jsessionid=3D026A3DE0490E729859417AEBD005C6?uqid=-6062246740586626884&amp;EditMode=false" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CARMEL (Black Car Service) </a>- 1-866-666-6666. They offer sedans, vans and SUVs which can accommodate any party size. This vendor tends to have the most competitive pricing. <a href="https://dial7.com/index.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dial 7 (Black Car Service)</a> - 1-212-777-7777. They offer sedans, vans and SUVs which can accommodate any party size. Uber (Scheduled Ride) - Within the Uber app you can reserve a car days in advance for pickup at a specified place and time. There may be long wait times for Uber at the end of the reception, so it is strongly advised to book in advance if you wish to use Uber. Lyft (Scheduled Ride) - Within the Lyft app you can reserve a car days in advance for pickup at a specified place and time. There may be long wait times for Lyft at the end of the reception, so it is strongly advised to book in advance if you wish to use Lyft.

Transportation

The Edge offers breathtaking views of Manhattan, from the highest outdoor observation deck in the western hemisphere.

The Edge Observatory

Get into the holiday spirit with the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular show.

The Rockettes 

Take a ferry to see Lady Liberty up close and explore the immigration museum at Ellis Island. Be sure to plan your visit in advance.

Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

Glide on The Rink at Rockefeller Center, a quintessential NYC holiday experience, open by mid-November with the iconic Christmas tree nearby.

Ice Skate at Rockefeller Center

Stroll through Central Park to see fall foliage at Bethesda Terrace or the Ramble, or take a horse drawn carriage tour. The crisp November air enhances the park's beauty.

Explore Central Park

Catch a performance in the Theater District. Check broadway.org for a list of shows and information on purchasing tickets.

See a Broadway Show

Pay respects at the reflective pools and explore the museum's moving exhibits honoring the victims of September 11.

Visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum

The Bryant Park Winter Village in New York City is an annual event that typically opens in late October and runs through early March.&nbsp;In 2025, the Winter Village is scheduled to&nbsp;open on October 24, 2025 and will run through March 2025. The main attractions include an open-air holiday market, an ice skating rink, and various food and beverage options.&nbsp;

Visit Bryant Park Winter Village

Marvel at the stunning architecture and celestial ceiling of this historic hub. Grab a coffee and explore the various shops.

Visit Grand Central Terminal

Experience the bright lights and energy of Times Square, ideal for people-watching or grabbing a bit. Visit at night for the full effect.

Explore Times Square

Things to Do

Registry

Q + A

Help us relive the magic (and catch what the photographers miss)!

We know you've go the good stuff on your phones, those candid dance moves, the behind-the-scenes selfies, and all the special moments. We would love if you could upload your photos in real-time or after the event using our photo app. Uploaded photos will be shown in real time during the wedding reception. You can use the provided QR code (see below) or web address (app.kululu.com/GabiChris) to upload your photos:

Chris & Gabriela

Chris & Gabriela

Q + A

What is the dress code?

What time does the ceremony start?

What time does the reception begin?

How far is the Ceremony and Reception facilities from Manhattan?

Where can I find your registry?

What if I have additional questions?

What are the transportation options?