UT Gardens Knoxville

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Our Wedding

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...

Kevin caught Bianca's eye on a dating app with a strategically posed photo and the promise of tax evas- ice cream. The catch was that Kevin was still in Europe, enjoying a summer trip with friends. Bianca on the other hand was clerking and taking summer classes at UT Law. So Bianca had to do something she's not very good at... wait. And after a week of waiting, the two finally had their first date. It wasn't long before the two of them started cracking jokes and diatribing on the characters and (lackluster) storytelling of the Star Wars sequels.They spent the rest of that date getting the promised ice cream and discussing a hypothetical tax evasion scheme.On their way homes from that first date, they both knew that this was going to be something special. Bianca knew because her ribs hurt from laughing so hard and Kevin knew because she could outdo his puns.After that first date, Kevin and Bianca built the foundation for a life partnership. Through their constant love and support of each other, they have made each other more loving, gentler, kinder, and more patient people.Kevin and Bianca are exceptionally lucky not only to have found each other, but to have such wonderful friends and family at their wedding to celebrate their love and their new life together. They cannot wait to see you at their wedding!

Ok, so it was Knoxville in the Summer of 2022...

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Bridal Party

While I technically knew Kevin first, Bianca shot her way into my life and my heart so fast that I couldn't imagine life without her.  The first time I met her she cuddled with my eldest daughter (only two months old at the time) all night.  Ever since then we've been bonding over good food and good musicals, and I never laugh as hard as I do when I'm with her.  I'm so thrilled to be a part of such a special day!

Julia Archemboult

If you know Bianca, you know she's fiercely competitive - whether it's a board game or in the courtroom.  Luckily for me, she won me over with her friendship.  It's impossible not to lover her or the best version of Kevin that she brings out.  I can't wait to celebrate these two and their wedding - it's going to be a win for everyone. 

Mia Roarke

Gus and I went on a double date with Bianca and Kevin shortly after they started dating.  While walking to the car after the date, I turned to Gus and said that Kevin has found a keeper!  Bianca and I have become close friends throughout the years sharing our love of books, TV shows, and stealing the microphones to chat while the boys are playing video games. 

Natalie Czernecki

Have you ever read Cinderella?  Wicked stepsisters... Am I glad that wasn't my reality or Bianca's... wait this is a bad example cause Carol isn't wicked either... back to the point.  Stepsisters can be bad, but not mine!  Bianca came into my life late, and as an older sister was I ready to bring such  a beautifully brilliant, stubborn girl into the fold?  You betcha!!!  It was love at first sarcasm.  Bianca is my sister and I love her, lucky for Kevin we love him too and have from the moment we met him (despite me ready to throw down if he didn't live up to the hype). 

Alina Strickler

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Groomsmen

Kevin and I met our freshman year in our dorm.  We bonded over our refusal to get enough sleep whether it be gaming until the cleaning staff kicked us out of the common areas or exploring the campus's indifference to putting locks anywhere.  As the years went on, we continued to disrespect the necessity of sleep, gaming late into the night despite our now adult responsibilities.  Now we are both lucky enough to have found intelligent ladies who prefer us sane and less sleep deprived, and we are better for it. 

Gus Jansen

I originally met Kevin in a college robotics group, but I really got to know him over plans to build a coal furnace to melt and cast metal.  To my surprise and delight he was just as serious about the plans as I was and we spent many good evenings becoming friends and burning holes in our clothing.  The forge project dovetailed into a long and lasting friendship that I treasure to this day.  I was thrilled when he found Bianca - they match so well and it is a great joy to see them build a life together. 

Josh Reed

Gerrit would like everyone to know that he loves Kevin and Bianca.  However, he did not submit a bio.  Gerrit is therefore "Drink Boy" and must bring the couple their drinks throughout the night.  

Gerrit Dolislager

Kevin and I met in seventh grade when we got sat next to each other in orchestra.  When I eventually switched schools guess who also switched at the same time?  AND WAS IN EVERY SINGLE ONE OF MY CLASSES????  It launched a friendship for the ages from eating our lunches with chopsticks to having him as the Man of Honor in my wedding.  I've loved getting to know Bianca and her goofy sense of humor, sharp intelligence, and her warm, kind heart.  I'm so excited to stand with Kevin on his amazing day as a groomswoman!

Laurel Siffring

I met Kevin sometime in Junior year of college.  Between our countless hours of video games, wandering around downtown Knoxville and our countless misery hikes we've become great friends.  Kevin introduced me to Bianca a few years ago and it did not take long for her to become my Tennessee Sister and me her Tenness3ee Brother!  I'm excited for their future and I can't wait to watch them start their new lives together. 

Caleb Wilcher

Wedding Party

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Directions to Venue

The address is 2518 Jacob Dr, Knoxville, TN 37996. You can type that or "UT Gardens Knoxville" into your preferred GPS application and follow the directions to the venue.

Accommodations

Although we do not have a hotel block for our wedding, there are several options for accommodations near UT Gardens. Nearby hotels:The GraduateCumberland HouseHampton Inn &amp; SuitesThe TennesseanMarriott Knoxville DowntownHilton KnoxvilleHyatt PlaceEmbassy Suites by Hilton Knoxville DowntownCourtyard by MarriottResidence Inn by Marriott Knoxville DowntownCrowne Plaza AirBnB/Vrbo Locations:Fourth and GillGay Street, Downtown KnoxvilleOld City, KnoxvilleSouth KnoxvilleFort Sanders - student housing neighborhood, we recommend bringing ear plugs or being prepared for post-finals revelry if you decide to stay here. If you want to stay closer, without the noise, we recommend taking a look at the Graduate or Cumberland House. Other options:If you don't mind a longer drive, there are more hotels at the Papermill Exit (I-40 Exit 383) or take a look at the Sequoyah Hills, Bearden Hill, or West Hills area. Anything in the Cedar Bluff area is going to be a longer drive than expected.

Travel

Downtown Knoxville

We highly recommend throwing on a pair of good walking shoes and strolling through Downtown Knoxville. We recommend starting in Market Square, then Gay Street, and then following Gay Street into the Old City. There's plenty of shopping and restaurants to keep you busy along with Suttree's Tavern on Gay Street which has arcade games and surprisingly good ramen. If you go to Market Square, there's a statue garden with a pretty waterfall. That's where Kevin proposed to Bianca on December 18, 2024. After you snap some photos, we recommend stopping at Tupelo Honey for their biscuits and shrimp and grits.

SMOKIES BASEBALL

Downtown Knoxville has recently become home to The Smokies, a minor league baseball team (Cubs Double-A Affiliate). There's not a bad seat in the house, so if you're looking for something to do check the 2026 season schedule.

RESTAURANTS

Breakfast-Pete's Diner (first come first serve)Tupelo Honey (get the biscuits)71 South (weekend brunch)Holly's Gourmet MarketRuby Sunrise Lunch/Dinner-Sevelli's (our favorite)Gus's Fried Chicken (Kevin's favorite)Stock and BarrelTupelo HoneyCafe 4ChivosSouth Coast PizzaThe KennedyLilouOsteria OstellaHarvestAnaba Dessert-The Pheonix Pharmacy (where Bianca and Kevin had their first date)

Bianca & Kevin

Bianca & Kevin

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