Dress Rehearsal & Dinner

The View at Mt. Adams

Dress Rehearsal

Hotel Covington

Rehearsal Dinner (Hosted by The Lipman's)

Wedding Day

Guest Arrival

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception & Dinner

Farewells

AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks

Late Night Hang Out

Day After Hang Out

Wedding RSVP

We’re so excited to celebrate with you! Please use the <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0sOx_yUvPXCLeF9vGjjvTh2BDPlKv0Z4l9D4PP-Hy8SuxPA/viewform?usp=header" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RSVP form linked here</a> and below to let us know whether you’ll be joining us for our wedding weekend. We kindly ask that you complete your RSVP by July, 17th, 2026 so we can finalize our plans. <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf0sOx_yUvPXCLeF9vGjjvTh2BDPlKv0Z4l9D4PP-Hy8SuxPA/viewform?usp=header" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">RSVP Form</a>

Our Wedding

Our Story

Groomsmen 

Colin Klayer

Abraham Ameh

Tony Blankmeyer

Fabian Alejandro Rodriguez

Michael Donovin Hake

Matt Lenahan

Adams Ibrahim

Mikey Taylor

Antonio Rodriguez

Rick Lipman

Jay Rodriguez

Buttons "Happy" Lipman

Bridesmaids

Sara Victoria Useche De Abreu

Holly Jean Hake

Lina Itenberg

Sasha Itenberg

Karen Sue Lipman

Megan Fingerman

Samanta is Maria’s cousin, she remembers babysitting her as a well-behaved toddler and playing pretend games of Mary Poppins. Samanta is driven and aspirational. She completed double majors at Johns Hopkins and pursues mountain climbing and other physical challenges regularly. Her mental toughness, paired with quiet confidence make her an inspiring source in Maria’s life.

Samanta Lopez

Sofia is Maria’s cousin and has been part of her life since childhood. Maria remembers the tiny baby who would "sing opera". Now a bright-eyed, intelligent young woman, Sofia is wise beyond her years and destined for national success. A true renaissance girl, she combines beauty, academic distinction, athleticism, and quick wit; her thoughtful conversation and warm presence make her a pleasure to be around.

Sofia Lopez

Maria’s mother is a devoted, warm-hearted presence in everyone’s life you can call her a spiritualist, a trusted friend, and a steadfast supporter of all things exciting and bright.  She is curious, joyful, and remarkably kind, raising three children who remain close and loving toward one another. An intelligent technologist, she inspired Maria’s path into technology through her encouragement and example.

Celix Velaides

Maria’s grandmother and family matriarch. Now 80, she still lights up a room with her smile and youthful presence. Raised with very little, Cenith worked tirelessly to raise three daughters and provide a better life for her grandchildren her strength, kindness, and quiet determination inspire us every day.

Cenith Castro

Wedding Party

Wedding Day Dress Code

In the spirit of an elegant Art Deco evening, we kindly request that our guests join us in black tie attire. We are so grateful for your effort in helping us create a beautiful and memorable evening, and we cannot wait to celebrate with you!

Groomsmen and Wedding Party

For the men in the wedding party, we have selected Generation Tux for wedding day attire. Please use the special link below to order your tuxedo for the wedding. This will ensure that everyone is fitted in the correct style and that all attire is coordinated for the day. This link is only for the GROOMSMEN and WEDDING PARTY:<a href="https://gentux.me/x6xw09" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Generation Tux Special Link</a>

Bridesmaids and Wedding Party

Please see the following Google Document for all dress and makeup information. <a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QE3kZQ_JoBuDOF9AcRGYWs1afs4sBjFPVqyW8ubNoNQ/edit?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bridesmaids &amp; Honored Mothers - Primary Document</a> We are building out the rest of the Wedding Party page, here are a few pointers about when to arrive the day of the wedding. 12:00 pm to get dressed 2:00 pm (this time may change) and finish getting ready by and prepare for photos, etc. The hair and makeup schedule is still pending.

Dress code is business/cocktail attire (nice dresses or pants for women, and nice pants, shirts, sports coats for men; no tie required). The couple is hoping for an elevated vibe without being stuffy (for that evening).

Dress Code

Hotel & Room Block Information

Registry

Additional Questions

Use This Link: <a href="https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1779829185019&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Booking Link</a> Located in downtown Cincinnati, AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks is just steps from Great American Ball Park and the Freedom Center. The hotel offers modern rooms, a fitness center, restaurant and bar, terrace, business center, private parking, and 24-hour front desk service. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast and easy access to nearby attractions, including Paycor Stadium, Newport Aquarium, and the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. Block Code: <a href="https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1779829185019&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">6M9RJFSRP</a> DO NOT USE THE BUTTON BELOW TO BOOK USE THE ONE THAT IS ABOVE, IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY USE THE BUTTON THEN USE THE BLOCK CODE -<a href="https://app.marriott.com/resview2?id=1779829185019&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">6M9RJFSRP</a> I KNOW IT'S ENTICING TO PUSH THE BUTTON BUT DO NOT

Primary Airport For Cincinnati, Ohio

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)

Travel & Hotel

Getting Around - Driving distances and timesAirport → Venue: 15 miles, about 19 minutesAirport → Hotel: 13 miles, about 18 minutes A funny thing if it's your first time visiting Cincinnati is that the CVG airport is shared between Northern Kentucky and Ohio! But don't worry it's not that far from Downtown Cincinnati where the wedding is. Reminder to add extra time in case of traffic, these are just standard driving times.

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport

Getting Around - Driving distances and timesAirport → Hotel: 13 miles, about 18 minutesVenue → Hotel: 1 mile, about 5 minutes The AC hotel is right in front of the Reds baseball stadium if you ever need a reference point! And theres lots of restaurants and parks around. Although keep in mind that in this area most food places close around 10 pm.

AC Hotel Cincinnati at The Banks

Getting Around - Driving distances and timesAirport → Venue: 15 miles, about 19 minutes Venue → Hotel: 1 mile, about 5 minutes This is our wedding venue! we'll have the ceremony and reception at the same location. The driving distance is really short between the AC Hotel and the venue, however, it is not walking distance. And the venue is at the top of a historic Cincinnati area called Mt. Adams (aka. mountain) so we'll get some great views of the city. The area around the hotel and the reds stadium is certainly walkable to get to restaurants.

Brandon & Maria

Brandon & Maria

Engagement Photos

At Cincinnati Tennis & Golf Center - Mason, Ohio