Weddings and Engagements

October 6, 2023

They Met the Old-Fashioned Way: Playing Glow-in-the-Dark Dodgeball

Yan Fu and Leslie Hamilton, the marathon sea swimmer, were on opposing New York City teams. But after late-night hot dogs and a swipe of Chapstick, […]
October 6, 2023

A Co-Sign From Grandma Sealed the Deal

When Felix Allen III returned to his hometown, Waco, Texas, he was hoping to soon move again to a big city for his career. But after […]
October 6, 2023

They Saw Each Other at a Jazz Club and Never Looked Away

Robyn Green was drawn to Jeb Roberts during his guitar solo of a favorite song. The moment Mr. Roberts introduced himself, he knew he liked Ms. […]
October 5, 2023

Not Their Parents’ South Asian Weddings

Some couples who have a foot in two cultures are taking their ceremonies into their own hands. (See: a playlist that blends Bad Bunny and Bollywood.) […]
September 30, 2023

How to Have Fun When Attending a Wedding Alone

Attending a wedding alone can be anxiety-inducing. Here are some tips for having fun even when you don’t know most of the guests. Lucy Mary Taylor […]
September 29, 2023

Willie Francois, a pastor, and Dalijah Franklin, a pole dancer, Marry in New York

Dalijah Franklin first met Willie Francois after church. She was captivated by his sermon, and he was intrigued by her beauty. It was a seemingly unlikely […]
September 29, 2023

Two Houston Natives Marry After Several Years of Long Distance

When Carlos Paz Jr. saw “two realities” for his life — one with Abigail Diaz and one without — the choice was clear. Carlos Paz Jr. […]
September 28, 2023

Marry Me Chicken Recipe

Can a comforting dish called “Marry Me Chicken” really move a partner to propose? These home cooks say yes. The quickest way to someone’s heart is […]
September 22, 2023

Dr. Emilio Quines and Angie Cruz, both Octogenarians, Marry

A year ago, Dr. Emilio Quines Jr. — a widower who is now 83 — became engaged to Angie Cruz, who had never been married before. […]
September 21, 2023

Want to Attend an Indian Wedding? Now You Can Pay To.

Join My Wedding allows tourists to purchase tickets to Indian weddings. Some say it’s resulted in meaningful cultural exchange. Others believe selling the experience can be […]