Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Save the Date

Our Wedding

We kindly request that the celebration be adults-only unless prior approval has been given.

Please plan to arrive on time. Once the ceremony begins, the doors will close to ensure an uninterrupted and intimate experience. Thank you for honoring this special moment with us.

We are excited to share that our reception will feature a limited open bar for guests to enjoy. Cheers to celebrating with you!

Wedding Date and Time June 13th, 2026, at 3:00 pm. Location: Suffolk Cultural Arts Building

No plus ones allowed. Unless agreed upon by the couple No white dresses

Wedding Colors: Navy Blue and Gold

Kindly sit at your designated table as indicated on the seating chart. Seating will be tight.

Wedding Details

Al had only seen Yaz once before—but that one moment was unforgettable. There was something about her smile that lingered in his mind long after she left the room. From that day forward, he couldn’t stop asking his friend to introduce them properly.After a little (okay, maybe a lot) of convincing, Yaz finally agreed to meet Al for dinner at Bubba’s Restaurant. What started as a casual meal quickly turned into hours of laughter, conversation, and undeniable chemistry. By the end of the night, it was clear that this wasn’t just dinner—it was the start of something special.From that evening on, they both knew they had found something real—proof that sometimes, one moment really is all it takes.

First Plates & First Impressions: Yaz & Al at Bubba’s

Our Story

We have secured a room block at the Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront for our wedding weekend. Guests who plan to stay overnight are encouraged to reserve their rooms using the official Hogwood Wedding group link below to receive the group rate and ensure availability.Please use the link to book your reservation for June 12–14, 2026. <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=ORFSHGI&amp;groupCode=HOGWED&amp;arrivaldate=2026-06-12&amp;departuredate=2026-06-14&amp;cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&amp;fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Link</a> Code: HOGWED

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Semi-Formal(men: Suit and tie, women: Cocktail dress or elegant skirt + top)

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Q + A

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Tracy Blackstock

Stephanie Pitts

Issac Artis

Blake Hughes

Charlie Holloway

Domonique Pretlow Jr

Melvin Jones

Charise Hill

Danell Stith

Kyla Cooper

Cynara Manley

Drew Cooper

K'arter Pretlow

Arielle Blackstock

Chelsea Jones

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Located 26 miles from Norfolk Botanical Garden, Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront offers 3-star accommodations in Suffolk and features a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. MacArthur Memorial is 17 miles away and Frank D Lawrence Stadium is 17 miles from the hotel. Topgolf Virginia Beach is 25 miles from the hotel, while Mount Trashmore Park is 29 miles away. Norfolk International Airport is 25 miles from the property.

Hilton Garden Inn Suffolk Riverfront

Red Roof Inn Suffolk is located in Suffolk, 26 miles from Norfolk Botanical Garden and 25 miles from Topgolf Virginia Beach. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The property provides a 24-hour front desk and an ATM for guests. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Mount Trashmore Park is 29 miles from Red Roof Inn Suffolk, while MacArthur Memorial is 17 miles away. Norfolk International Airport is 25 miles from the property.

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"Your chair may be empty, but your place in our hearts never will be. We love you, miss you, and honor your memory on this special day. Though you are no longer with us, your love, guidance, and legacy live on in the hearts of your family and all who knew you. Today, we celebrate not only our union, but also the lasting impact you have had on our lives."

Yasmin & Dr. Al

Yasmin & Dr. Al

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