Lora Hotel and Event Center

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Dinner & Reception

Our Wedding

<p>What a crazy story it is! We have known each other for almost 20 years. We first met when we worked together at a little bar in downtown Minneapolis. We always had a good friendship and kept in touch over the years. Fast forward to December of 2021 where we both found ourselves single. We leaned on each other through a hard time in both of our lives. Our friendship evolved into companionship and love. We got engaged in Costa Rica at our favorite spot, Villa Del Sueño in December of 2024. We are so excited to celebrate our commitment to one another with our family and loved ones. Cheers!</p>

Our Story

Photos

Grace Kirvida

Kalie’s college roommate and best friend. 

Amanda Burton 

Jill Anderson

Christina Biagini

Carson is Kalie’s pride and joy…Her 8 year old son

Carson Schlick

Phoenix is Jonathan’s pride and joy, his 20 year old son

Phoenix Merz

Jonathan and Chris have been friends for 20+ years

Chris Buhler

Josh and Jonathan have been close friends for the last 6 years

Josh Wood

Sam and Jonathan work together and have become good friends 

Sam Stolt 

Ari Culp

Courtney McGill

Wedding Party

Lora Hotel & Event Center

<p>Located in Stillwater, 27 miles from TCF Bank Stadium, Lora has accommodations with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Stillwater, like hiking. U.S. Bank Stadium is 27 miles from Lora, while Target Field is 28 miles from the property. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is 27 miles away.</p>

Kalie & Jonathan

Kalie & Jonathan

K&J

Wedding Day

4:00 PM–5:00 PM

Ceremony

6:30 PM–11:00 PM

Dinner & Reception