Health and Safety

We are working hard to ensure our wedding is as safe as possible for everyone. If you're feeling sick or test positive for covid-19, we request that you skip wedding events and celebrate with us at a later date.
If you need covid tests, please let us know and we will drop some off.
❤Nicole and Avi

Nicole and Avi

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About Us

Nicole Rudisill and Avi Baron

Nicole and Avi met through their common friend, Raleigh Kibort at the Minnesota State Fair in 2018. Raleigh told Avi "her name is Nicole, and she's Jewish!" and she told Nicole "don't be offended if he doesn't like you, because he doesn't like most people."

The day after meeting, Avi called Nicole to ask her out. Schedules didn't align until two weeks later, when they were finally able to have their first real date at Hola Arepa. They extended their first date to a post-dinner walk and a few drinks. Avi got to meet Junie B. Jones (the cat, not the children's book character) on their second date where they watched Nicole's favorite movie, You've Got Mail. [editor's note: they watched Avi's favorite movie, Moon, 4.5 years later]

RSVP

RSVP online, reach out to us if you have any questions at [email protected].

Wedding Details

We're getting married at 4:30 pm on October 6, 2024 at Westwood Hills Nature Center in Saint Louis Park, MN.
We can't wait to have all of our people there!

  Dress

Cocktail Attire. The ceremony will be outside in the park, weather permitting, and the reception is indoors. Wear clothes to dance!

  Transportation

We will provide codes for ride sharing apps to ensure everyone has safe travels to and from the wedding venue.

  Guests

While we love children, we ask that your children be kept at home. Only people over the age of 18 are invited.

  Lodging

There are two hotel blocks, if you choose not to stay at one of these, we advise finding a space in Saint Louis Park or Golden Valley.

Officiant
Raleigh Kibort Professional friend of Avi since childhood and part of The Coven. Empathy radiates from her just as her happiness when in the sun's rays.
Bridesmaids
Katie Lazarski Maid of Honor    Best friend of 20+ years, Nicole’s sister in every way but blood, the only person who knows her better than she knows herself.
Ashley Larsen Best friend and college roommate, Nicole’s fiercest protector and defender, except when she almost burned their apartment down making mac’n’cheese.
Caitlin Bergstrom Best friend and fraternity sister. One of Nicole’s greatest cheerleaders, encouraging a healthy dose of laughter in every new adventure.
Groomsfolk
Jonathan Alter Best Man    Best friend since he paused a hike and had us listen to nature and asked if we were full. Thoughtful, instrospective, and unabashedly silly.
Michael Kane Best friend since our moms conspired to put us in the same cabin in Ha'Atid. The most generous person. He has literally taken the shirt off his back for others.
Mara Baron Sister    Best friends since she let me play Barbie with her. A strong advocate for others, even if that means pushing against the current.
Flower Dude
Joe Rudisill Brother    Brother since 1996, a true friend, biking enthusiast, and the biggest goofball Nicole knows.
Family
Alan and Jolene Rudisill Parents    Lovers of dogs, RVs, and really good tacos. They taught Nicole how to stand up for herself, speak her mind, and embrace going on adventures.
John and Lareda Ferguson Granddaddy and Nanna    A loving duo who taught Nicole to be politically engaged, constantly learning, and made sure she had access to creative outlets of all kinds.
Mary Rudisill Grammy    She patiently listened to Nicole singing lots as a kid, always gave an extra scoop of ice cream, and never once snuck broccoli into our food.
Gary and Sandy Baron Parents    Encouraged Avi to try new things (even if he didn't want to), modeled patience, and taught him how to advocate for himself.
Judy Baron ז״ל Grandma    The strong matriarch, a curious, creative, and caring soul who encouraged those qualities in others.

Vendor info

We took care in selecting vendors for our wedding that fit our values: 

  • Westwood Hills

  • Westwood Hills Nature Center has achieved a Zero Energy Certification from the International Living Future Institute, has a fully accessible building and grounds. EV Car chargers are available.

  • Sociable Cider Werks

  • Location of Rehearsal Dinner. Hidden gem of the Twin Cities!

  • Reverie

  • Local vegan restaurant with fun twists on comforts. Reverie is catering the reception on Sunday.

  • Muddy Tiger

  • Truly incredible Indian street food - every dish is the best dish. We found them at Veg Fest!

  • Chelsea Reeck

  • Chelsea is a local photographer who is shooting our wedding in addition to engagement photos.

  • Seed Kippot

  • These kippot are supposed to go in the ground when you're done! They can be planted!

  • Athena Hays

  • Athena is a local wedding planner who is coordinating the wedding day.

Visiting the Twin Cities

Gifts

We're excited to continue to build a life together, but have most of the physical necessities already. If you'd like to help us grow our lives or donate to a cause which we care about, you may do so below:

  • PayPalThis money will help us pay for:
  • Building a fence in our yard that can contain a future dog
  • Finishing our partially-finished kitchen
  • Hosting more dinner parties and Passover seders with friends and family
  • Fortifying the garden against the local squirrel warriors
  • CAA Compassionate Action for Animals is a local activism organization that: rescues non-human animals, advocates for plant-based alternatives, and does outreach in local communities.
  • Planned Parenthood Planned Parenthood is a healthcare organization that advocates for reproductive health and justice, abortion access, and gender-affirming care for all. They work to provide safe healthcare, no matter your financial status.