Dayton Arcade

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After-Party

Summer

Our Wedding

The Story of Us 

When Anna downloaded Tinder on a sunny July day, the last thing on her mind was meeting the love of her life. After all, it was the middle of a pandemic, and she had been quarantined for months, unable to see anyone outside of her family. Little did she know her future husband was just about twenty minutes down the road and had recently downloaded the app as a joke with a friend. Though hopeful he may meet someone, Cam didn't believe he would meet the one. On the morning of July 19th, 2020, Anna encountered Cam's profile, describing him as the guy at the party petting the dog, and saw his notably curly blonde hair and swiped right without a second thought. Later that afternoon, Cam stumbled upon Anna's profile; which described her as fun-sized and a lover of crappy book-to-movie adaptations. He thought she looked cute and found her bio charming, so he swiped right with the hopes of a match. It was a match! A "slick" pickup line later, the couple began to chat. After a few days of messaging, the couple decided it was time to set up a virtual date—it was at the height of COVID-19 after all. Their first Facetime call lasted for over six hours, into the wee hours of the morning. Long Facetime calls would become a staple at the beginning of their relationship, with the average call lasting over five hours. While Anna would like to say they both did equal amounts of talking... Cam likes to say otherwise. Soon, Anna broke COVID-19 quarantine for the first time since coming home in March to go out on a date with Cam. Despite worries from her mother, Anna decided to meet the man she had met online and had never seen in person in a park she had never been to. Their first date happened in a very empty Armco Park on July 31st and was socially distanced. Cam brought hammocks and set them up so they could do their favorite thing: talk. Many socially distanced, virtual, and (eventually) real dates later Cam and Anna took the leap and made their relationship official on August 31st after Anna asked the all-important question what are we? Though the initial answer was boyfriend and girlfriend both suspected that they would eventually become more. Over the years, Anna and Cam experienced a lot together but continued to stand by each other's side. From being in a long-distance relationship while Anna finished up her degrees at Ball State (which involved countless car trips traveling to and from Muncie as often as they could) to shared illnesses (i.e. mono &amp; salmonella) to even the joys of traveling the world together. Anna and Cam have experienced so much joy, laughter, and love together and they cannot wait to share a lifetime with one another. When asked to describe their love Anna points to a quote by John Green I fell in love the way you fall asleep: slowly, and then all at once.

slowly and then all at once 

Our Story

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The Bridesmaids 

Bri and Anna became friends in grade school and reconnected while attending the same high school; they have been close ever since. They can often be seen making spontaneous plans and supporting each other through thick and thin. For a fun Anna story ask her about her twenty-second birthday in Cincinnati! 

Bri Poland 

Sheridan and Anna became friends in kindergarten and have been close ever since. They were girls together and have supported each other in every stage of life. They can often be seen reminiscing about childhood memories while working on making new ones.  For some fun Anna stories ask her about dance routines and AHG meetings! 

Sheridan Lennartz 

Cass and Anna met and became friends through their sorority Sigma Kappa and were roommates for two years of college. Cass is Anna's sorority Big and they can often be seen supporting each other through life's ups and downs. For a fun Anna story ask her about when Anna came to her rescue on a street corner! 

Cassidy Riney 

Sarah and Anna met in an early-start college program and became fast friends. They loved living together during their junior and senior year of college. They can often be seen supporting each other across states and have been known to plan amazing girls' trips. For a fun Anna story ask her about her roommate experience sophomore year!   

Sarah Cobb

Emma and Anna met through their sorority Sigma Kappa and slowly became friends through hilarious conversations and spending time together at Brothers in Muncie. They can often be seen making weekly calls to one another and in college were known for grabbing cheap burgers and drinks together. For a fun Anna story ask her about the time she followed one of Anna's book recommendations. 

Emma Folkerts

Claire and Anna met during their freshman year of high school. They became friends during many shared lunchtimes and by the end of their freshman year they were inseparable. They can often be seen making long Facetime calls and have been known to fall on the floor in a fit of laughter. For a fun Anna story ask her about being on the stage crew together for many of their high school's plays and musicals! 

Claire Weiss

Jess and Anna met during sorority rush their Sophomore year of college. Despite not ending up in the same sorority, their friendship stayed strong all through college and beyond. They loved living together during their senior year at Ball State. They can often be seen sharing their love of Disney and supporting each other across states. For a fun Anna story ask her about the day she met her husband Chris!  

Jessica Raines 

Leanza and Anna met when they joined their college sorority Sigma Kappa! They joined at the same time and became fast friends. They were even in the same Greek family. They have been known to talk for hours at a time and bring the brightest smiles out of each other. They can often be seen supporting each other through all that life has thrown at them. For a fun Anna story ask her about Anna's mixed drinks.  

Leanza Toves 

The Groomsmen

Garrett is Cam's older brother, and the two have been close since they were kids, as they shared a room growing up. They can often be seen playing video games and disc golf together. For a fun Cam story, ask him about his leg cast. 

Garrett Ashdown 

Noah and Cam have been friends for over a decade and met while they were on the same soccer team. They can often be seen playing video games and going to sports games. For a fun Cam story, ask him about FIFA Pro Clubs. 

Noah Kozlowski

Dylan and Cam have been friends for over a decade and met while playing soccer. They can often be seen jamming and making music. For a fun Cam Story, ask him about the jamming in the basement.

Dylan Johnson

Eric and Cam became friends during the COVID-19 pandemic through Dylan and Noah. They can often be seen making music or playing Madden together. For a fun Cam story, ask him about the Busty Bash. 

Eric Maurer

Matt and Cam met when they were just eight years old through playing soccer together. They can often be seen playing Rocket League and scoring goals. For a fun Cam story, ask him about walking to speedway.  

Matt Heyse

Ian and Cam met through Garrett and have been friends for many years. They can often be seen jamming and playing video games. For a fun Cam story, ask him about his bachelor's party in Dayton. 

Ian Rike

Seth and Cam met through Garrett and have been friends for many years. They can often be seen jamming or having deep conversations. For a fun Cam story, ask him about when Garrett was pushed in Kroger's. 

Seth Oakes 

Chris and Cam met through Anna and are in each other's weddings! They can often be seen calling each other or going on double dates. For a fun Cam and Anna story, ask him about when Anna first told him about Cam.   

Chris Raines 

Bridal Party 

Stephen is Anna's youngest brother, and the two have been close ever since they were kids! They can often be seen cracking jokes and playing board games together. For a fun Anna story ask him about the Disney dragon/American flag show!   

Stephen Meister 

Andrew is Anna's younger brother and the two have been close ever since they were kids! They can often be seen watching awful movies with one another and playing board games together. For a fun Anna story ask him about driving back together from their family vacation in Hilton Head!  

Andrew Meister 

Matilda is Anna and Cam's adorable miniature dachshund. She is known for being an excellent cuddler and sock stealer. While she won't be there in person on the day of the wedding, she is so excited that her parents are getting married. She hopes that you all will enjoy the big day! 

Matilda Meister-Ashdown

Brooklyn is a bright and joyful third grader who brings so much personality wherever she goes. In the sweetest full-circle tradition, Anna’s mom was Brooklyn’s grandmother’s flower girl, and years later Brooklyn’s mom stood as Anna’s mom’s flower girl. Now Brooklyn gets to continue the tradition — and we couldn’t love it more.

Brooklyn  

Maxwell is a proud kindergartener and our official Ring Security. With previous ring bearer experience under his belt, he made sure to let Anna know he was more than qualified for the job. We’re confident the rings couldn’t be better protected!

Maxwell 

Wedding Party

Venue

Questions

Wedding Day 

RSVP 

Registry 

Questions 

Questions & Answers 

The Hilton Garden Inn is connected to the wedding venue! It can be found in the Dayton Arcade on the upper floors of the Third Street and Gibbons Buildings with a lobby entrance on Third Street. This hotel has blocked rooms. Here is the link if you would like to make a reservation. <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=DAYWDGI&amp;groupCode=MAW&amp;arrivaldate=2026-08-07&amp;departuredate=2026-08-09&amp;cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&amp;fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=DAYWDGI&amp;groupCode=MAW&amp;arrivaldate=2026-08-07&amp;departuredate=2026-08-09&amp;cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&amp;fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT</a>

Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Downtown, OH

Hotel Ardent Dayton Downtown, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

AC Hotel Dayton

Marriott at the University of Dayton

Travel

Activities 

This is the Bride and Groom's favorite date night spot in Dayton! The Dayton Art Institute is located in downtown Dayton, just off Interstate 75. The historic Renaissance-style building, with its distinctive red tile roof, is visible from the interstate. The Dayton Art Institute’s collection contains more than 27,000 objects, spanning 5,000 years of art history. At any given time, the Dayton Art Institute’s collection galleries display about 1,000 works from the collection. The museum is divided into three main wings: the Berry Wing of European Art, the Dicke Wing of American Art, and the Patterson-Kettering Wing of Asian Art. The Dayton Art Institute also features galleries devoted to African Art, Ancient Art, Oceanic Art, Art of the Ancient Americas, Native American Art, Photography and Glass, as well as Outdoor Sculpture.

The Dayton Art Institute

The National Museum of the United States Air Force collects, researches, conserves, interprets, and presents the Air Force's history, heritage, and traditions through engaging exhibits, educational outreach, special programs, and the stewardship of the national historic collection.&nbsp; The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force galleries presents military aviation history, boasting more than 350 aerospace vehicles and missiles on display -- many rare and one-of-a-kind -- along with thousands of historical items and powerful sensory exhibits that bring history to life and connect the Wright brothers' legacy with today's stealth and precision technology.&nbsp;

National Museum of the US Air Force

Carillon Historical Park inspires generations by connecting them with the unique people, places, and events that changed Dayton and the world. With more than 30 museum exhibits onsite, Carillon Historical Park showcases Dayton’s rich heritage of creativity, invention, and milestones in innovation that changed the nation and the world! The park houses the John W. Berry, Sr. Wright Brothers National Museum featuring the original 1905 Wright Flyer III, an impressive collection of NCR cash registers, the Carousel of Dayton Innovation, Gem City Letterpress, and so much more. It is a combined inside and outside experience- so bring your walking shoes!

Carillon Historical Park

Restaurants

Lunch 

This is also the groom's favorite lunch place in Dayton! Tony &amp; Pete’s is a locally owned sandwich shop named after the shop owners' dads, Tony and Pete, who were bona-fide sandwich lovers and Grade-A good guys. Tony &amp; Pete’s is a nod towards the old-school neighborhood sandwich shops of the past. They specialize in high-quality, old-school cold-cut sandwiches, beer, wine, and curated grocery goods. Grab a seat and stay awhile or take your sandwich to go. Either way, they got you.

Tony & Pete’s

This tavern, dating to 1839, offers American eats, craft beers &amp; cocktails, plus pool &amp; live music. The Trolley Stop is located in the Oregon District, the&nbsp;arts, adult playground, and entertainment center for Dayton.&nbsp;Surrounded&nbsp;by unique retail shops, fabulous restaurants, &amp; enticing taverns. The Trolley Stop is known for having great homemade food,&nbsp;a casual,&nbsp;fun atmosphere, and an amazing variety of&nbsp;music.&nbsp;The staff is friendly and the prices are excellent, with&nbsp;daily drink and food specials.&nbsp;There's a party room, a pool table, and&nbsp;free books to read.&nbsp;Come in to relax or enjoy the company of friends, you'll&nbsp;be happy you stopped in.

The Trolley Stop

Dinner

This is the Bride's favorite dinner spot in Dayton! An iconic institution of the Dayton community since 1947, The Pine Club is considered one of the great steakhouses in the United States. They cut, age, and meticulously prepare their steaks with an emphasis on unparalleled flavor and quality. Receiving national acclaim, they are proud of their excellent food, exemplary staff, and timeless atmosphere. The Pine Club has received accolades from the New York Times, the Food Network, USA Today, Gourmet, and others. To receive this recognition is a testament to their wonderful customers and serves as an incentive for all at The Pine Club to uphold the great traditions of their restaurant. The Pine Club we know and celebrate today is the vision of thousands of loyal customers, cultivated over seven decades.

Pine Club

Meadowlark is a chef-owned and operated neighborhood restaurant in the heart of Dayton, Ohio. Their menus feature high-quality ingredients cooked simply but imaginatively with lively, bright-tasting flavors. Their cooking is geared toward the American palate, which means fluffy, buttermilk mashed potatoes, homemade pickles and cornbread, great pancakes at brunch and yes, there will always be a burger on the menu. They also feature meat, fish, and vegetarian dishes that employ the flavors and techniques from around the world that they have all come to love. This is contemporary everyday cooking, from scratch, made and served with local pride.

Anna & Cam

Anna & Cam

Registry