Friedman Farms

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

We met when neither of us was looking, a chance conversation that turned into something neither of us expected. Our first date was at a cozy sushi restaurant down the street; between shared rolls and easy laughter, we realized we wanted to keep finding reasons to see each other. Since then we’ve built a life filled with small adventures like camping on the beach and driving around North Eastrn Pennsylvania looking for farmers markets. Anthony proposed on New Years Eve under a frozen waterfall tucked away in the woods, it still feels like a dream. We are excited to share this next chapter and day of celebration with our family and friends in the state where our forever started.

How We Met 

Our Story

Ava and Dakota have been best friends since they were 13 years old. Having grown up together, Dakota has been by Ava’s side through everything together—the weird emo kid phase, prom, breakups, and moving into Ava's college dorm— and was the first person Ava called after Anthony proposed. Dakota brings steady support,  and a lifetime of shared memories; having her up there on the big day is something Ava wished for since she was a little girl.

Dakota Christoffel

Ava and Nadia have been best friends for 8 years. They met becuase of a stupid high school boy and decided to leave him behind and help each other grow into the headstrong young women they are today.
Nadia brings humor, dependability, and a lifetime of shared memories. Ava can’t imagine celebrating without her by her side.

Nadia Tamez

Ava and Sophia have been best friends for 8 years after an unforgettable first meeting in a school bathroom — they clicked instantly and never looked back. They quickly connected over shared music taste and niche internet drama.  The two of them have seen the good bad, and the ugly together. Sophia brings infectious laughter and true honest advice. Ava cant imagine saying "I do" without her there. 

Sophia Ramirez 

Wedding Party

Q + A

Hotel Options

Most hotels are located in Wilkes Barre, which is about 30 minutes away from the venue.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilkes-Barre

Courtyard by Marriott Wilkes-Barre Arena

Residence Inn by Marriott Wilkes-Barre Arena

Holiday Inn Express Wilkes Barre East by IHG

Spark by Hilton Wilkes Barre

Travel

Registry

Things to Do

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We ask that you do not wear jeans to our wedding, thank you!

Dress Code

Photos

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Ava & Anthony

Ava & Anthony

Q + A

Are children welcome at the wedding?

What time should I arrive?

Is the event indoor/outdoor?

is there parking?