Rehearsal Dinner

Brick and Beam

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Cocktail Hour

Farewell Brunch

Our Wedding

Met at Mandarin High School, 1992

Reconnected in Japan, 2008

Together in Japan, 2009 - 2010

Back in the U.S. Together, 2012

Jes with the D.O.S. in Vietnam, 2016

Jes Turns 40 in Paris, 2017

CATS!!! Zamboni 2018 / Dr. Fartz 2019

All Around Andalucía, Spain, 2019

Bought Our Forever Home, 2020

The Ring with the Bling on Christmas Morning, 2023

Our Story

Ross McDonough

Jack Hyatt

Shana Novinski

Chris Maurice

Kelly Sharkey

Dave Kelly

Renee LeMoyne

Adam Perrucci

Wedding Party

Pre-Wedding Photos

Wedding Day Photos (ALL Y'ALL!)

Roy William KlineNovember 21, 1932 - August 19, 2001Lois Virginia KlineOctober 7, 1931 - June 26, 2011

Lois Jean Kline BeauchaineMay 10, 1954 - December 15, 1994

Ted CarrollJanuary 6, 1956 - October 30, 2016

Daniel Joseph BacknickMay 21, 1977 - July 4, 1998

Clark SchumacherFebruary 11, 1934 - June 18, 2017

Theodore OlsenOctober 29, 1929 - March 19, 2005Sally Jane HyattJune 17, 1927 - December 29, 1995

Helen Lorraine HyattFebruary 21, 1931 - November 24, 2024

Shelly Louise KerschJune 29, 1959 - January 23, 2025

In Memory

Q + A

AIRPORT

Out of town guests arrive at Jacksonville International Airport. Jacksonville is a large, decentralized city with few public transport options. Visitors may wish to rent a car for ease of local travel. Transport to and from JAX can be made via ride-share or taxi to nearby accommodations and ride-share is readily available throughout the city. Guests wishing to see other parts of Florida during their travels may choose to fly into Orlando International Airport (MCO), less than three hours' drive from Jacksonville. Orlando is central to most visitor attractions within the State and will provide numerous direct flights to your home city or other destinations.

VENUE ACCESS

On-site parking will be available at the wedding venue. Overnight parking is NOT permitted, although nearby street parking within the Springfield neighborhood is readily available. Local ride-share options to and from Brick and Beam are generally accessible 24/7.

BLOCK HOTEL (BOOKING RATE VALID THROUGH 2/27/2025)

This river front hotel is most proximal to the wedding venue with wide riverfront views and rooftop pool. Rate is not inclusive of meals, taxes, parking, or transportation.

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront

VISIT: <a href="https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/JAXRJ/G-MBR4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/JAXRJ/G-MBR4</a> Upgraded room type 2 days pre/post block (block is two queen beds $199.00 per night) can be done by calling Central Reservations at&nbsp;1(800) 233-1234, use Group Code: G-MBR4

OTHER NEARBY HOTELS (BY PROXIMITY TO VENUE)

Located Downtown on the North Bank - on the same side of the river as the wedding venue, only a few blocks away from the Hyatt. Not a river front hotel, but is a high-rise with great views.

Marriott Jacksonville Downtown

Located on the South Bank of the Riverwalk in San Marco - directly across the Main Street Bridge from the wedding venue - RIVER FRONT HOTEL with expansive views of Downtown Jacksonville.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Jacksonville Riverfront

Located on the South Bank of the St. John's River in San Marco - not a river front hotel - right across the Main Street Bridge from the wedding venue.

Hampton Inn Jacksonville-Downtown-I-95

Located on the South Bank of the St. John's River - not a river front hotel - across the Main Street Bridge from the wedding venue.

Extended Stay America - Jacksonville - Riverwalk - Convention Center

Southbank Hotel Jacksonville Riverwalk

Hilton Garden Inn Jacksonville Downtown Southbank

Located on the South Bank of the St. John's River in San Marco - not a river front hotel - right across the Main Street Bridge from the venue.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Jacksonville Downtown-Southbank

OTHER ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Apartments and entire homes are available via AirBNB, VRBO, and other Vacation Rental sites - Springfield, Downtown, San Marco and Riverside are the most proximal areas of town to the wedding venue (Brick and Beam, 1101 N. Main Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206)

Travel

Jacksonville offers a myriad of dining and sight-seeing opportunities. For our out-of-town guests, these are some of our favorite things to do and places to see in and around Jacksonville and throughout the region. We hope you will take the opportunity to enjoy even one or two while you are here!

***IN JACKSONVILLE***

Contemporary art museum with permanent collection, traveling exhibitions, and children's experiences. Located in Downtown Jacksonville, with metered and garage parking.

MOCA (Museum Of Contemporary Art), Jacksonville

Science and History museum with Planetarium. Located in San Marco area of town on the South Bank of the St. John's River with dedicated parking lot.

MOSH (Museum Of Science & History)

Art museum with permanent collection, traveling exhibits, historic riverfront botanical gardens, and children's experiences. Located in Riverside area of town, adjacent to Downtown, with limited dedicated parking and nearby street parking.

Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens

Museum of African American History inside the Ritz Theater. Located in Downtown Jacksonville, with metered parking.

LaVilla Museum

Decommissioned US Naval Destroyer docked as a museum ship. Located on the river front in Downtown Jacksonville, with metered parking.

USS Orleck Naval Museum

Tickets must be purchased online prior to arrival.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

River front art-lined walk with city views.

Southbank Riverwalk

Riverfront fountain on the Southbank Riverwalk with hourly light shows in evenings - see website for schedule. Parking available near MOSH Museum.

Friendship Fountain

Our nation's second largest Veteran's Memorial Wall (second only to the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington, D.C.), located in downtown adjacent to the EverBank Stadium.

Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Wall

Jessie Ball DuPont Park is located on the Southbank of the St. John's River.

Treaty Oak

Located in the Arlington area of town, 50 acres of forest and wetland walking trails with indoor nature center, gift shop, amphitheater, and dedicated parking.

Tree Hill Nature Center

Located in the Arlington area of town, award-winning forest and wetland walking trails with picnic area and dedicated parking.

Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Gardens

120 year old gallery with Oriental rugs and fine art both for display and sale. Dedicated parking.

Mussallem Galleries

PARKS, PARKS, and MORE PARKS! Jacksonville has a STAGGERING number of parks.

Are There Parks In Jacksonville?

Website links to the March 2025 events calendar.

Are There Concerts or Sporting Events in Jacksonville?

***OUTSIDE OF JACKSONVILLE***

Things to Do

What goes in, must come out. 

Our favorite places to eat and imbibe in and around Jacksonville.

Jacksonville offers a surprising depth of places to dine and debauch in mostly un-fussy settings that require little more etiquette or attire than Florida can easily muster. Don't wear flip-flops and a hat, but don't worry about button down shirts or suits either (with one or two exceptions). Usually easy going and unpretentious, due to a recent influx of new residents Jacksonville restaurants lately may need reservations in advance to secure a seat (as noted below). These are just a limited few of our absolute favorite spots... so many more places beyond these deserve a visit as well.

Restaurants

Restaurant OrsayOur long-time favorite and a local's mainstay in Jacksonville. Enjoy French/Southern fusion with the best offering of both land and sea and a brilliant selection of cocktails, bourbon, and wine. [Reservations recommended. Bar seating, especially at happy hour, and walk-ins are usually accommodated.] <a href="https://www.restaurantorsay.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.restaurantorsay.com/</a>

NorikaseAs former guests of The Rising Sun, we attest that this is, hands-down, the finest sushi and Japanese cuisine you'll find anywhere in the Southeast! Be prepared to layout some coin, but you do get what you pay for. If you want the full ride with all the whistles and bells, reserve well in advance for the 'omikase' (chef's course) experience where you are at the mercy of the chef for seventeen servings of sushi flown in direct from Tokyo that day along with samples of sake and cocktails and convivial company. Norikase recently expanded to now include a regular ala carte menu at accessible prices for conventional dining. Whether you are a Japanese otaku food-fiend or new to the cuisine, this joint is going to wreck your standards for sushi. [Reservations HIGHLY recommended for 'omikase'. Regular dining can be had on a walk-in basis with wait.] <a href="https://norikase.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://norikase.com/</a>

Cowford ChophouseEponymously named for Jacksonville's original moniker, Cowford will be your most decadent and conveniently located restaurant to the venue and hotel. Ironic that at the very site of the old cow ford for which we were named you can now feast upon sumptuous hunks of the same beast ye olde Florida Crackers once herded across the St. Johns River. On the higher end of the "Do I gotta put on my fancy pants?" scale, Cowford offers cuts of spinalis and wagyu, as well as wood-fired crab and oysters, cocktails, wine, and generously appointed and spacious architecture situated in the heart of downtown. While reservations are advised, if you are spontaneously inspired to beef, don't fret! A little-known local secret is that you can readily grab a spot at one of the three bars right at opening. In good weather the rooftop bar and dining area is an optimal place to enjoy exquisite food and views. <a href="https://cowfordchophouse.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://cowfordchophouse.com/</a>

Gators BBQEvery southern city claims to have the best BBQ, but we'll spare you the bluster and let the meat speak for itself. If you want to monkey around with Amateur-Hour BBQ, pick any other place in town... you'll have to drive to get to this one, but it is the proper thing to do. If you want to gorge on local smoked meats and not cry yourself to sleep afterwards because you chose some second-rate hack job, head to Gators. Check hours and get there early.<a href="https://gatorsbbq.net/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://gatorsbbq.net/ </a>

Gemma Fish &amp; OystersAcross the river in San Marco awaits Jacksonville's newest and, arguably, best seafood in town. Fish and oysters. It's in the name. If it is seafood you want, you won't regret this one... reservations recommended, but walk-ins usually accommodated.<a href="https://www.gemmafishandoyster.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.gemmafishandoyster.com/</a>

13 Gypsies Peasant KitchenTruly a hidden gem that only locals know, 13 Gypsies serves up Andalusian ambrosia in small portions tapas-style so that you can practically try the entire menu in one sitting! Bread, cheese, and cured meats are all made on site by world class culinary masters. Spanish comfort food judiciously served in small portions... you will be hastily and unceremoniously unfriended if you leave without sampling the best tres leches you've ever experienced! [Reservations mandatory due to extremely limited seating. Walk-ins usually cannot be accommodated.] <a href="www.13gypsies.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.13gypsies.com</a>

Bar MolinoGet some beautiful Spanish tapas for light snacks or a full meal complete with a full bar and an amazing wine selection. Cured meats and sausages are hand made from local pork raised here in North Florida.[Reservations are not usually necessary, especially early and for happy hour.] <a href="https://barmolino.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://barmolino.com/</a>

Bar and Brew

Ruby Beach Brewing CompanyKick back in this cozy historic brick building one block from the Hyatt Regency for a cold local brew. Ruby represents all that is right in Jacksonville microbrews. Both indoor and outdoor seating, food truck, and a small selection of liquor are available. <a href="www.rubybeachbrewing.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.rubybeachbrewing.com</a>

The VolsteadOur go-to bar downtown for luxurious cocktails and whiskey flights in a seductive speakeasy setting. Don't be confused by the unadorned, signless entrance. Look for the big "V" on the ground in front of the door.<a href="https://www.thevolsteadjax.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thevolsteadjax.com/</a>

Manifest DistillingJust a few blocks east of the Hyatt Regency is Jacksonville's best local distillery where one can sample local gin, vodka, and surprisingly good whiskey (among other spirits). A small tasting room and onsite bar offers The Goods neat or mixed, along with bottles and other merchandise to take as souvenirs. Tours available during select hours.<a href="https://www.manifestdistilling.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.manifestdistilling.com/ </a>

Intuition Ale WorksDirectly adjacent to Manifest Distilling is another outstanding Jacksonville brewery complete with indoor and outdoor seating and a wide-variety of beers on tap. Check out the schedule at their Bier Hall, where small and mid-size bands frequently show off their shit.<a href="https://intuitionaleworks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://intuitionaleworks.com/</a>

Aardwolf BrewingWe often say Aardwolf has the best beers in town AND some of the most... adventurous beers in town. Their Belgian Pale Ale and the Styrofoam Pony Stout are best in class for Jacksonville. If you like to go off-script, they can certainly satisfy your tastes for the unconventional as well, with a rotating supply of wild yeasted experimental brews and sours to explore for hours. Conveniently located a short walk from Bar Malino (tapas) and V Pizza, if you want a bite followed by a brew for desert. Food trucks are usually on-site as well.<a href="https://www.aardwolfbrewing.com/home" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.aardwolfbrewing.com/home</a>

UnderbellyThey got booze. They got music. They got BBQ.While not our FIRST choice for BBQ (see Gators above), this will be your closest place for clogged arteries and glorious carcinogenic, slow-smoked delights. This is primarily a staple downtown music venue and unpretentious watering hole. Check their schedule for live music.<a href="https://www.underbellyjax.com/ " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.underbellyjax.com/ </a>

Still Under Construction - More to Come

Worthy of Consideration

If adventuring for other places to eat and drink not mentioned here, check out San Marco, Riverside, Springfield, and Downtown for establishments near the hotel. Restaurant Honorable Mentions:Matthew's - Put on your fancy pants.Rodrigo's Pizza - Hands down the best pie in town.City Grille &amp; Raw Bar - Name says it all.O-Ku - SushiKravegan - Vegan food you won't know is vegan. Bar Honorable Mentions:Sidecar - Great drinks and adjacent to JAX's SECOND best pizza, V Pizza.Bold City Brewing - Jacksonville's OG microbrewery with a location right in the heart of the city.River &amp; Post - Best rooftop bar in town.Estrella Cocina - Upscale rooftop bar."The Elbow" - Bar district downtown with a number of places to eat and drink.

Things to Poo

1101 N Main Street Jacksonville, FL 32206

<a href="https://brickandbeamjax.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://brickandbeamjax.com</a>

This beautiful historic building was a little alternative club called "The Pearl" from 2005 to 2012. Many of our honored guests have danced and partied there under the boughs of the giant tree that was erected through the former bar space. As a treasure trove of memories old and new, located only three blocks from our home, this was a natural choice for our celebration. 5:00pm Cocktail Hour6:00pm Nuptials6:30pm - 10:00pm Reception

Rehearsal Dinner - by invite onlyFriday 3/21/20256:00pm - 9:00pmThe Viss Residence236 W. 6th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206*street parking (anything goes) Farewell BrunchSunday 3/23/202510:00am - 1:00pmThe Carroll/Taylor Residence1127 N. Liberty Street, Jacksonville, FL 32206*street parking (DO NOT park on the same side as our home - you will be ticketed)

Jessica & James

Jessica & James

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