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You are cordially invited to celebrate the joyous union of Dn. Temesgen Habtegiorgis and Yodit Keshi Behata. This special occasion is hosted by their proud parents, Mr. Habtegiorgis Zerom &amp; Mrs. Leteberhan/Brhan, along with Father Behata Amine &amp; Mrs. Medhanite Mezenge. We would be delighted to have your presence to witness and share in the happiness of this momentous day. Please join us in honoring the love and commitment between Temesgen and Yodit as they embark on their new journey together.

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Our Wedding

We’re so excited to celebrate our wedding with you in Harrisonburg.Our wedding ceremony will take place in Dayton, Virginia, with the receptions in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Guests traveling from out of town may want to stay in Harrisonburg, which has the largest selection of hotels, restaurants, and nearby amenities..Nearby AirportsSHD — Shenandoah Valley Regional AirportThe closest airport to Harrisonburg and Dayton. It is small and convenient, but flight options may be limited.CHO — Charlottesville–Albemarle AirportApproximately 1 hour from Harrisonburg and offers more flight options.IAD — Washington Dulles International AirportApproximately 2 hours from Harrisonburg and generally offers the most flight options, especially for guests traveling from farther away.We recommend checking all three airports when comparing airfare.For guests traveling together, we also encourage coordinating rental cars, hotel rooms, or Airbnb stays with family and friends..Wedding LocationsChurch CeremonySaint Mary Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church230 Main StDayton, VA 22821Reception(Saturday &amp; Sunday)Sunny Slope Farm1825 Sunny Slope LnHarrisonburg, VA 22801

Travel

When is the wedding?The wedding celebration will take place over two days:Saturday, October 31, 2026Church Ceremony: 6:00 AM–11:00 AMTraditional Wedding Reception: 2:00 PM–9:00 PMSunday, November 1, 2026Sunday Reception: 2:00 PM–9:00 PM.Where is the ceremony?The church ceremony will be held at:Saint Mary Eritrean Orthodox Tewahedo Church230 Main St, Dayton, VA 22821.Where are the receptions?Both reception(Saturday/Sunday) celebrations will be held at:Sunny Slope Farm1825 Sunny Slope Ln, Harrisonburg, VA 22801.What should I wear?Saturday: Wedding / Formal or Traditional AttireTraditional Eritrean, Ethiopian, or other cultural attire is warmly welcomed.Sunday: Sunday Best or less TraditionalSunday will be a little more relaxed while still being a special celebration..Do I need to attend both Saturday and Sunday?We would love to celebrate with you for both days, but we understand that travel and schedules may make that difficult. Please join us for whichever events you are able to attend..What time should I arrive at the church?Because the Orthodox wedding ceremony begins early, we recommend arriving before the listed start time so everyone can be seated and settled..Are children welcome?If children are welcome, I’d simply write:Yes! Children are welcome to celebrate with us..Is there parking?Parking will be available at the church and reception venue. We recommend carpooling when possible, especially for larger family groups..What airports should I fly into?The closest airport is SHD, followed by CHO. Guests may also fly into IAD (Washington Dulles), which generally has more flight options..Can I bring a plus-one?I would make this answer depend on your guest-list policy. A polite version is:Due to venue capacity, we kindly ask that you RSVP only for the guests included with your invitation. If you have any questions, please reach out to us..When should I RSVP?Add your actual deadline:Please RSVP by 10/01/2026 through this website..Will food be served?Yes. Guests will be served food during the reception celebrations. Come hungry!You could make this warmer because food is going to be a big family part of your wedding:Absolutely! Food is an important part of our celebration, and we look forward to sharing a meal together with our family and friends.

Temesgen & Yodit

Temesgen & Yodit

T&Y

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