Things to Know

Our ceremony begins at 5 pm in a beautiful setting on our front yard under the trees. Please arrive early enough to explore the grounds, mingle with others, and settle into the afternoon. A reception will follow, then we’ll move into our backyard for a formal dinner, music, dancing, and photo opportunities.

Where: 560 Trumbull Avenue, Novato, CA 94947

When: Ceremony – 5 pm | Dinner – 6:30 pm

Dress: Cocktail Dress Attire
Women please be aware that the ceremony takes place on our front lawn and heels may be challenging to wear.

Fragrance Free: The bride has asthma so please do not wear any
scented perfumes or body products that contain chemical fragrances.
Even the smallest amount of chemical fragrance will prevent her from
being able to breathe. Organic essential oils are fine.

Parking: Street Parking Only

RSVP: Complete RSVP form by September 15th at the latest, the sooner the better!

Gifts: No Gifts

Accommodations: We have reserved a block of rooms at the Novato Oaks Inn Best Western - 415-883-4400. Refer to Chris Rauen wedding. Call Chris for details at 925-200-9033.

Dinner Menu Options:

  1. Vegetarian | Spring Soba Bowl - Buckwheat soba noodles tossed in a citrus-miso vinaigrette shaved farmers market veggies, daikon sprouts, black sesame seeds crispy shallots

  2. Fish | Alaskan Cod glazed with yuzo-miso, served over buckwheat soba noodles and bok choy

  3. Chicken | Mediterranean Braised Chicken Thighs - Meyer lemon sauce with artichoke hearts and olives served over pink pitaya pearled couscous with cucumbers, tomatoes, mint and lemon
    – or –

  4. Meat | Rib Eye served with chimichurri and rosemary roasted red potatoes

Our Contact Info:

  • Cathy – cathy@cathylocke.com or 415.328.3562

  • Chris – chris_rauen@yahoo.com or 925.200.9033