caboose farm wedding

Anna and Paul met in 2013 but began dating in 2015. “We were both working at Barrington Stage Company in the Berkshires in Massachusetts – Paul was a stage manager and I was the wardrobe supervisor. We would hang out a lot, but it wasn’t until the summer of 2015 that we realized we were supposed to be together.”

In June 2019, Paul took Anna horseback riding in upstate New York. ”When we got to a scenic part of our trail ride, he asked me if I wanted to get down and take a photo. I said, ‘Nah, I want to stay on the horse.’ So he ended up getting off his horse and walking over to me — still sitting on my horse– to propose.”

EIghty-two guests, including a four-person wedding party, helped the couple celebrate their June 2021 wedding. “We were married in The Glade at Caboose Farm which is a breathtaking clearing in the woods. Paul and I wrote the ceremony ourselves. My best friend was our officiant, which was incredibly special. We also had a handfasting ceremony where we literally ‘tied the knot.’ 

Anna and Paul’s decor choices were inspired by their love of the many colors in nature in late June in Maryland. “I joked with people that my wedding colors were ‘yes’ because I truly wanted all colors represented in our bouquets, boutonnieres, and our tablescapes. We discussed the importance to us in keeping both our food and our flowers local.”

Anna is an on-set costumer for television and movies in New York and Paul is transitioning from audio and visual sales for events in New York to dog training here in Frederick. The couple has an apartment in Brooklyn, NY, and a home in Frederick.

First dance: Always, Patsy Cline

Honeymoon: Chesapeake Bay

Vendors

Venue: Caboose Farm**

Catering: Monica Kelso Catering

Photography: Brad Barnwell Photography

Dress: Schone Bride

Flowers: Wildflower Weddings at Bend in the River Farms 

Hair: Amber Vetsch from Dahlia Noir

Entertainment: DJ Ahmad Ibrahim at IDProDJ

Candles: Mithras Candles

Liquor: Village Spirits in Smithsburg

Groomsmen belts: Fiddler Leather

Bride’s ring: Catbird NYC

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William and Robin met in 2017 when they both auditioned for the Frederick-based production of “Into the Woods”. “We both love musical theatre and had mutual friends auditioning. We became best friends during the run of the production, texting constantly and cracking jokes. After the production ended, we stayed friends and started dating.”

William proposed in March of 2019 during a hike to White’s Ferry with their dog. “Right before Billy got down in one knee, our dog decided to poop, so I ended up being proposed to with a dog waste bag in my hand. I didn’t even care, it was still the best moment, poop bag and all.”

13 guests were in attendance for their August 2020 wedding at Caboose Farm. “We chose to only have immediate family in attendance due to Covid, but it was absolutely perfect. Our ceremony was held next to a creek in the woods and we had our friend officiate. It was quiet and beautiful, just what we wanted. We were supposed to get married in May, then had to push it back to August, then we decided to cut our guest list way down. It was probably the most stressful time in our life, but the fact that we got through it and still had the most amazing day with our close family really put into perspective what the day was really about.”

The couple chose a colorful palette for their wedding day decor. “We love color and are definitely not afraid of some quirky touches. From my two-colored wedding dress to Billy’s Captain America boutonniere, to our lightsaber exit,  we wanted both of our personalities to show quite clearly. Everything was pretty laid back, we just wanted the day to scream ‘joy’ and make people smile and have fun.”

Billy is a high school drama teacher and Robin is a coordinator with the Humane Society of the United States. They currently reside in Poolesville, Maryland. 

First dance: “Run Away With Me”- The Spring Standards

Honeymoon: Asheville, NC

Vendors

Venue: Caboose Farm**

Photography: Photography By Brea

Catering: Monica Kelso Catering

Flowers: Rocking Bird Flower Co.

Videographer: Swehland Productions

Attire: Lace and Liberty

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Katy and Adam’s Maryland micro wedding at Caboose Farm in Sabillasville, Maryland. July 4, 2020. Photo by Love Charm Photo.

Katy and Adam began dating in 2014 when they were both attending the University of Delaware. “I sent an awkward text asking her out, and we were set for that Friday. On a whim, Katy sent me a message the next day asking if I wanted to meet her at a coffee shop where she was studying. Although we initially planned to study, we spent the entire time talking, only stopping when the coffee shop closed.”

After five years of dating, Adam proposed in December of 2017 outside the Washington Botanical Garden. “While touring the gardens, I texted Katy’s friends to get into position outside. There was a snag in the plan– Katy wanted to leave before her friends could arrive. Looking for any reason to stay, I pretended to really enjoy the cactus exhibit and insisted we take another look at it. Katy’s friends assembled outside just in time to take photos as I knelt down and proposed.”

The couple had originally planned for a 125-person gathering in April 2020, but due to COVID-19, chose an intimate nine guest wedding. “We each had wedding parties of five of our dearest friends, but some of our wedding party celebrated with us from afar. Safety concerns were our number one priority.”

Within a few weeks of making the decision that they wanted to elope with a larger reception at a later, safer date, Katy and Adam started planning their ceremony. “Our wedding ceremony came together as a bright and joyous oasis amidst the uncertainty of the pandemic. My matron of honor stepped in as our officiant and our siblings read poems. It was truly a team effort.”

After the ceremony, the couple was greeted by a surprise car parade of some of their dearest friends. “After the parade, some of the participants pulled up their picnic blankets and stuck around for dinner, the slideshow, and speeches. The party ended as the sun went down with a masked sparkler sendoff that couldn’t have felt more magical.”

Katy is a speech-language pathologist in Montgomery County Public Schools and Adam works for the government. They currently reside in Greenbelt, Maryland.

Vendors

Venue: Caboose Farm**
Catering: Celebrations Catering
Photography: Love Charm Photography
Coordination: Once Upon a Time
Dessert: Touchet Touchet Bakery
Videographer: Fine Art Wedding Films

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