Penrose Brewing Company

Rehearsal Dinner

Welcome Party

Riverside Receptions

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing to follow!

Brunch

Our Wedding

It's a tale as old as social media, yes we are that old! Girl swipes right on boy, boy begins conversation on Christmas Eve, and the rest is history! Thomas and Maggie began talking in December of 2022. Their first date was at Bad Apple where Thomas, instead of flowers, brought a recipe for one of his many baked goods! This was quickly followed up by a date to their favorite place, the Shedd Aquarium, to ring in the new year. After two years, many baked goods, adventures, new jobs, new apartments, and regular arguments about if the Southside or Northside is better, Thomas proposed! In December 2024, on a perfectly rainy Saturday among the sparkly Christmas lights at Morten Arboretum, Thomas got down on one knee and Maggie said yes!

Thomas & Maggie 

Our Story

Photographer: Eight Hands PhotographyLocation: Morton Arboretum

Photos

Officiants

Dean Knieps

John Kramer

Bride's Side

Stephanie Stadler

Louis Kramer

Erin Swardenski 

Emily Gibson

Groom's Side

Nicole Knieps

Chris Knieps 

Tim Trahey

Jason Ruzic

Kevin Swift

Scott Ruzic

Greek 

Wedding Party

Q + A

This hotel offers a shuttle to and from the venue. There will be two trips offered to the venue at the start of the festivities as well as two trips back to the hotel at the end of the evening.

Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton 

If the website shows the hotel block is booked, you can call the hotel directly and book over the phone. Let them know that you are with the Kramer/Knieps wedding and they will be able to add you to the list for the shuttle.

Fairfield by Marriot Inn & Suites 

If you are staying at the Hampton Inn and Suites, there will be two shuttles to the venue and two shuttles back from the venue. At the venue, there is free parking directly next to the building as well as accross the street for anyone choosing to drive or carpool to the wedding. Ubers and Lyfts are also an option for getting to/from the venue.

Transportation/Parking

Travel

Explore unique boutiques, specialty shops, and anitique stores. Two of our personal favorites include the All Chocolate Kitchen for a sweet treat and Harvey's Tales for a good book!

Downtown Geneva Historic Shopping District

Learn about the town's rich past through exhibits and artifacts.

Geneva History Museum

Discover a historic villa and a serene Japanese garden, both offering glimpses into different eras and cultures.

Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden

Head outside to enjoy biking, cross country skiing, ice skating, kayaking, or scenic walks depending on the weather, you might get to do all of these in one day!

Fabyan Forest Preserve

Enjoy a beer or a flights from the local brewery boasting of Belgian-style brewing and tasting room.

Cozy tasting room showcasing their premier Northern Michigan wines by the flight, plus beer and cider.