James & Stasia

It must have been fate that day in the Washington Alexandria Architectural Center when Anastasia and Leafy chose those two empty desks just beyond the newly refurbished front door to James and Patricks studio.

"How the hell are we supposed to focus on our thesis now?"

Everyday since that may not have been the easiest but any day shared together was far better than a day apart and we wouldn't have it any other way.

James and Anastasia

James and Stasia: Istanbul, Turkey

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Save the Date

Save the Date.... James and Anastasia are getting married!

The Kaaterskill

Catskill, New York State

10.10.10

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The Kaaterskill

The wedding and pre-wedding events will be held at our favorite escape from NYC the Kaaterskill.

http://www.thekaaterskill.com/

Map link to the Kaaterskill

Come visit Apple the Pig!

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Activities

Storm King - http://www.stormking.org/

The awesome outdoor sculpture park featuring Goldsworthy and Serra to name a few. Near West Point on your way up 87. Just past Woodbury Commons if you need to fulfill your desire to go outlet shopping.

Dia: Beacon - http://www.diabeacon.org/

The Nabisco factory turned modern gallery featuring Warhol, LeWitt, Flavin and more Serra. On the other side of the Hudson accessible by amtrack.

Orange County Choppers - http://orangecountychoppers.com/

A little side trip for Harold... See where Sr. and formerly Jr. did their work.

Map Link to OCC

Tuthilltown Spirits - http://tuthilltown.com/

Micro distiller of Hudson Whiskey, just outside of New Paltz on your way toward Catskill.

Hunter Mountain Zipline

http://ziplinenewyork.com/index.html

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Events/Schedule

Saturday / 10.09.10

Access to site -12:00 pm

Cookout and campfire - 5:00 pm

Sunday / 10.10.10

Pre-ceremony gathering -1:30 pm

Wedding Ceremony - 3:00 pm

Cocktails - 4:00 pm w/barn reception to follow

Check back soon, More info to come....

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Travel Information

Directions to the Kaaterskill

http://www.thekaaterskill.com/

Google Map Link

By Car:

From NYC take the George Washington Bridge to the Palisades Parkway North. Get off at the I-87/I-287 W Exit (Exit 9W) towards Albany. Merge onto New York State Thruway North and follow until you reach the Saugerties Exit (Exit 20). Turn left at the first light after the toll booth. Veer shortly afterwards to the right after the Stewart's to stay on rt. 32. Take rt 32 north 5 miles to blinking red light. veer to the right to continue on rt. 32 . in 2 more miles you will see Angela's Restaurant and Red Ranch Motel on the left, Take the next right , High Falls Road(note: this is the second High Falls Rd you will pass on rt. 32). 1/2 down is your first left, High Falls Extension. Take that 1/4 mile over the bridge and waterfall until you reach a long white picket fence on your left and a large open majestic farm property. You have arrived at The Kaaterskill.

By Train, Bus or Air:

For more info check out the link below but the best alternative to driving is Amtrak or Bus from NYC/Washington D.C. to Hudson which is nearby Catskill. Rental cars in the region are inexpensive compared to NYC so you may want to check out Enterprise in Hudson.

More info....

http://portraitsandpaintings.net/newfarm/directions-map.htm

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Accommodations

There are lots of options to stay near the Kaaterskill. For proximities sake check out Hudson and Saugerties. Saugerties is a few miles closer to the venue but Hudson has a much more interesting town to explore. We have secured some good room rates noted below. We are looking into getting some more info but please check out some of the options/notes below. Please email us if you have any questions.

Chain Hotel Options

Comfort Inn - Saugerties

http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-saugerties-new_york-NY016

We have secured a block of rooms here for a rate of $119.99 per night (min two night stay the 9th/10th). Just call 845.246.1565 and mention James and Stasia Wedding. To secure this rate you should book before 9/25.

Hudson B&B options

Inn @ Ca’Mea
http://www.camearestaurant.com/innatcamea.html

This is a great option option right in the center of Hudson. The inn has 8 available rooms, 7 queen bedrooms for $150 per night and a 2 bedroom w/ shared bath available for the weekend $240 per night (min two night stay the 9th/10th). Reservations receive 20% off at the Ca'Mea restaurant. Just contact Bridget @ 518.822.0005 for reservations.

Mount Merino Manor
http://www.mountmerinomanor.com/

The Inn at Hudson
http://www.theinnathudson.com/

The Croff House
http://www.thecroffhouse.com/

Union Street Guest House
http://www.unionstreetguesthouse.com/

Saugerties B&B options

The Inn at Cafe Tomayo
http://www.cafetamayo.com/inn.html

Village Inn & Suites
http://www.villageinnsaugerties.com/

Renwick Clifton House
http://www.renwickclifton.com/


Hudson Valley Motel/Lodge Options

Hotel Mountain Brook - Tannersville ***
http://www.hotelmountainbrook.com/

Catskill Mountain lodge
http://www.catskillmtlodge.com/index.html

Catskill Lodge
http://www.catskilllodge.com/Home.asp

Bavarian Manor
http://www.bavarianmanor.com/

Washington Irving Inn
http://www.washingtonirving.com/

Sunview Motel
http://www.thesunview.net/index.htm

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Registry

As NYC archi's we don't have much time to use stuff or space to keep/store it. Sadly we dont need a bunch of cookware or china and Stasia wouldn't allow me to put Madden 11 on the registry.

Any gifts would gladly be accepted godfather/goodfellas style but if you don't roll like that we have added some items here...

Amazon Registry

Check back soon, Updates to come....

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RSVP

Invitations with formal response cards are on their way but you can always get in touch with James or Anastasia via email at jamesandstasia@gmail.com

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