We Got Married!

Official pictures won't be around for another month, but here are a few pics that family took for us. It was a very smooth weekend! As a part of our beautiful/personal ceremony, we decided to forgo a unity candle and instead plant a tree together. The tree behind the arbor with the leaves changing is "Our Tree" we named him Brian. This way we may visit our tree on Ryan's parent's land for years to come.

The LA Reception is coming along very shortly. It is a casual open-house reception with snacks and drinks. Also featuring LisasCocina cakes!!! Please join us between 5-10pm. Complimentary Valet will greet you as you pull up.

Let us know if you have any other questions: Ryan 323.356.2383, Jennica 714.906.5590

LA Reception: all invited!

5pm-10pm Saturday October 10th, 2009

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Registry Problem Information

We are registered at both Target and Bed, Bath, & Beyond. No pressure, but some people might ask.

This post is to explain that Target is a little stupid. Some things on our registry no longer exist, are temporarily unavailable, or only in stores. I am sorry, they are generally wrong. Target online and Target stores are owned by different companies so...when it says that something is temporarily unavailable online, it MAY mean that it is definitely in stores...which it is. So, if you just send a gift card and write on it: "This is a set of Plates," we would understand that you disliked the website's stupidness and did your own thang. We support you. AND if it says it no longer exists, it may mean it is just in stores and you won't know what it is unless you print the registry AT a store, online has deleted it from view. Don't register at target unless you are okay with these gliches.

Bed, Bath, & Beyond is fine. Target stores are fine. But we understand you may not want to FLY with a present, but just ship it...so online would be easier for most people.

This was a rant, not necessarily an important post. Thanks.

Photographer Info

We have decided to book Phillip at The Novo Studio, LLC in Rogers, AR. He is great, check out his site at www.Novo-Studio.com if you ever need a photographer in that area. We have several family members who regularly use him there, so he came highly recommended.

He wanted all the guests to know that during the 'breakfast for Dinner," he would like you to use that time to ask him to take pictures of your various family groups or anyone else you'd like to have a picture taken with. Instead of him shooting all of us mid-bite or eating in general, he'd like you to feel comfortable and request some pictures--that way we have more of YOU!!! Use him, he's there!

**ALSO, for you picture-takers who carry your own camera:

Please be sure an send us all your wedding photos you snap as soon as you get home. Ryan and I want to have a pile of pictures to show in a slideshow at our LA Reception the week after the AR wedding, but we will not get any professional NovoStudio photos for a few weeks after that. So, as a favor to us, snap what you can and please send them to us on e-mail or facebook or whatever you use, so we can share those memories with our family and friends in LA!!! Thank you for your help.

We will also be using a few of the photobooth pictures, so have-at-it!

Map from XNA to Devil's Den State Park

I know many of you will be flying into XNA and driving to Devil's Den State Park, here is a map you can use! **Click on the pictures and they will come up full size.

A map from Devil's Den State Park to Carnall Hall, The Wedding site (Ira & Sherry Schwartzman's home), and The Post Wedding Brunch will be located in a "Schwartzman/Hampson Wedding Packet" you will receive when you check-in at Devil's Den. It will also include wedding day info, local restaurants/shops information, and any other details you may need when you are there. Be sure to let them know you are with our wedding, so you can have all the information you need!

Map from XNA to The Cosmopolitan Hotel

I know many of you will be flying into XNA and driving to The Cosmopolitan Hotel, here is a map you can use! **Click on the pictures and they will come up full size.

A map from the Hotel to Carnall Hall, The Wedding site (Ira & Sherry Schwartzman's home), and The Post Wedding Brunch will be located in a "Schwartzman/Hampson Wedding Packet" you will receive when you check-in to your hotel. It will also include wedding day shuttle times, local restaurants/shops information, and any other details you may need when you are there. Be sure to let them know you are with our wedding, so you can have all the information you need!

Fayetteville’s Best Dining

Information provided by the Fayetteville Visitor’s Bureau

21 South Block Avenue, Suite 100 Fayetteville, AR 72701

479.521.5776, www.ExperienceFayetteville.com

--it’s right off the Fayetteville square, really close to the Cosmopolitan

For more dining info: check out www.nwaMenus.com

Dickson Street is a great spot for walking - Go out of the Cosmopolitan, take a right, walk about 3 blocks and there is Dickson Street. Take a left - it has many shops, restaurants (all different kinds - Mexican, sushi, coffee shops, brew pub) - many with tables outside on the street, Dickson Street Book Shop is there, Walton Arts Center has a nice gallery, post office, drug store, art galleries. It is the heart of the Fayetteville Entertainment District - bars with music are there also - the street leads right up to the university. Again, nice street to stroll on.

Walking distance from The Cosmopolitan Hotel

Hugo’s Sandwiches, good atmosphere, bar. Good college town place to go. Recommended by Ryan and me. Right off the square.

Willy D’s piano bar on Dickson street. Fun place to go.

Tiny Tim’s Pizza Delicious, right in the town square a block away from the hotel with a bar attached. The bar is open late.

The Flying Burrito Voted BEST PLACE EVER by Jennica Hampson, Its Chipotle times 10. Its very good, build a fantastic burrito and thank me later! Kate (Ryan’s Sister-in-law here in Los Angeles) eats there numerous time per visit, so she would probably agree with Jennica’s recommendation.

Arsaga’s: good café owned by old family friends of the Schwartzman’s who live on the land next to Ryan’s parents. Carrie Arsaga, the owner, used to change Ryan’s diapers then when Ryan went to college he had to learn to change his diapers himself. Voted best LOCAL coffee shop by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition

Bordino’s voted best fine dining, best romantic restaurant, and best wine selection by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition. It is right on Dickson street!

Theo’s Ira and Sherry's favorite restaurant (everything is delicious) - nice bar, nice outdoor seating - just off Dickson Street. They just went there for their 36^th Anniversary dinner.

Uncle Gaylord's restaurant - right off the square - definitely in walking distance - good for breakfast and more. This is where Shawn and Anita (Ryan’s brother and Sister-in-law) had their rehearsal dinner when they got married.

A Taste of Thai: good Thai food. Scratch that-- Great Thai food. Voted best Oriental food by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition.

Driving distance from The Cosmopolitan Hotel (or a long walk)

Greenhouse Grill Very California J It’s filled with all organic, vegan friendly, vegetarian friendly, and very healthy options. It tastes great. I highly recommend it! This is a very doable walk, not too long.

Café Rue Orleans Cajun food. Good food.

Penguin Ed’s Barbeque: Ryan says it is a local favorite Owned by family friends. Delicious BBQ foods!!! Worth the drive or slightly long walk. Voted best BBQ by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition

Chick-fil-A: Voted best fast food restaurant by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition. Numerous around town, find one, its worth it.

Harp’s grocery: for all your grocery needs. Voted best grocery store in Northwest Arkansas by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition.

Jason’s Deli: voted best deli by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition. www.jasonsdeli.com 479.442.5500

Sonic America’s Drive-In: Voted best hot dogs and best happy hour by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition. The happy is from 2p-4p all drinks are half off (non-alcoholic). Ryan is a fan of the slushes.

Pesto: good Italian food. Local, Finalist for best Italian food.

Noodles: good Italian food, lower price.

Mermaids: voted best business lunch venue by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition. Its where the Merrow/Schwartzman family celebrated Clinton Freemont Merrow’s 90^th birthday last September!

Fayetteville's Walking Attractions

*Be sure and drop by the visitors center to pick up a Fayetteville Free Weekly Entertainment guide and a Free NightFlying Entertainment Guide. Totally worth it, I’m flipping through one right now with good weekly updates of what’s going on in that crazy town!

Dickson Street is a great spot for walking - Go out of the Cosmopolitan, take a right, walk about 3 blocks and there is Dickson Street. Take a left - it has many shops, restaurants (all different kinds - Mexican, sushi, coffee shops, brew pub) - many with tables outside on the street, Dickson Street Book Shop is there, Walton Arts Center has a nice gallery, post office, drug store, art galleries. It is the heart of the Fayetteville Entertainment District - bars with music are there also - the street leads right up to the university. Again, nice street to stroll on.

For Banking: Arvest Bank, voted best bank by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition

Farmer’s Market Right next to the Cosmopolitan, Fayetteville’s delicious farmer’s market is open from April through November on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays 7am-1pm. Find out more about the locally grown produce and location at www.FayettevilleFarmersmarket.org. It’s a great idea to check it out before the wedding on Saturday!!! Voted best fresh produce by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition.

Wilson City Park home of the castle, greenhouse, and gardens. 675 N. Park Avenue. It has plenty of picnic space and recreation sports fields. Check it our for a good walking trail! It was highly recommended by the Schwartzman family and voted best park in Fayetteville by Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition.

Fayetteville Trails for walking or jogging were voted best in Northwest Arkansas by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition. (This is for YOU DAD) A Trails guide brochure can be picked up at the visitors center in the town square. The best (closest) trails are the Dickson Street/U of a Loop, Wilson Park, and Mt. Sequoyah/Historic trail. http://trails.accessfayetteville.org Also check out jogging around lake Fayetteville, it’s a driving attraction, but may be worth it!

Dickson Street book shop: Ryan’s favorite bookstore, its huge, seriously huge! Specifically here for Lisa Farnham! Used and Out of Print books - Fantastic

Historic Walking Tour a brochure/tour can be picked up at the Visitors center and begins at The Old Post office. The self-guided tour takes a little over an hour and fills you in on 26 different buildings of notable historic interest. This scenic step back in time takes you through downtown and stops by Carnal Hall, Old Main, Old Washington County Jail, The Ozark theatre from the 20’s, and Fayetteville’s oldest standing home. Visit www.fayettevilleTourism.com

Carnal Hall (1906) Previously an all women’s dorm, it has been converted to a hotel (The Inn at Carnal Hall) and restaurant (Ella’s). Voted best Bed & Breakfast by the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Northwest-Arkansas Edition. This is where our rehearsal dinner will be.

Old Main (1875) One of Arkansas’ best-known and loved academic landmarks. It is the oldest building on the U. of A. campus. It once housed one of President Clinton’s most memorable campaign stops in October of ’92. SEE CLINTON HOUSE MUSEUM

Blair Public Library (2004) The Fayetteville Public Library is one of the most comprehensive and modern in the region. The lobby hosts a locally loved Arsaga’s Coffee Shop. In 2005 this library was voted Library of the Year by the Library Journal.

Bikes, Blues, and BBQ is the sixth largestmotorcycle festival in the country. It roars into Arkansas the weekend before the wedding, so if you’re early—come have some BBQ on Dickson street with us. It’s a big deal. A complete list of events is on www.nwatourism.org

Shopping

*Nice local shops right off the square, on Block Street and on Mountain Street

Cheap Thrills Fun resale shop, on East Street (right off the square)

Dark Star Visuals - owned by a good friend of the family

The Dragon's Lair - gift shop on South School (close to the square) - owned by a family friend. She does beautiful art glass and has many lovely gift items, including her own jewelry.