Dress code
Cocktail attire. Our palette is blushing pink, ice blue, and dusty blue — those tones and soft neutrals are welcome. Comfortable shoes for a barn venue are a plus.
You're invited
Emelie & Francesco
We're getting married
Join us for a daytime celebration of love — soft blues, blushing pink, and the rustic charm of Millburn Stables.
The Venue at Millburn Stables
Save the date
Sunday, May 23rd, 2027
The Venue at Millburn Stables · Old Mill Creek, IL
Good to know
Celebration details
Everything your guests need — from dress code to travel — in one place.
Children
We love your little ones, but this celebration is adults-only. We kindly ask that no children attend.
Parking & accessibility
On-site parking is available, including handicap parking. The venue is climate-controlled and accessible throughout.
Getting there
Millburn Stables is roughly 15 minutes from I-94. Our hotel block is at the Hampton Inn in Waukegan — see Stay for details.
The day
Program
Sunday, May 23rd, 2027
Ceremony starts promptly at 12pm
Ceremony
Ceremony starts promptly at 12pm — please arrive a little early.
Cocktail hour
Drinks and mingling after the ceremony.
Lunch
Lunch is served.
Desserts, coffee & tea
Sweet treats and a little pause before the dance floor.
Dancing & late-night snack
Celebrate with us until six.
Location
The Venue at Millburn Stables
A rustic barn wedding venue in Old Mill Creek, IL
19203 W Grass Lake Road
Old Mill Creek, IL 60046
Sunday, May 23rd, 2027
Ceremony starts promptly at 12pm
About 15 minutes from I-94 and from our hotel block in Waukegan.
Stay
Hotel block
A room block is reserved for our guests at the Hampton Inn in Waukegan.
Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago/Waukegan
438 Lakehurst Rd
Waukegan, IL 60085
- Rate $121 per night plus tax
- Room Double Queen Beds
- Block name Rodriguez-Melendez Wedding
Please mention our wedding block when you book. Availability is limited — reserve early if you can.
Open hotel in MapsMoments
Emelie & Francesco
A few frames from our engagement — more to come as the day gets closer.
The people we love
Wedding party
Standing beside us on our day — and the family who raised us.
Bridal party
- Matron of HonorDesi Cruz
- BridesmaidGracie Palencia
- BridesmaidErika Burnside
- BridesmaidMaegan Valencia
- BridesmaidKarina Almodovar
Groom’s party
- Best ManMario Galvan
- GroomsmanEmanuel Melendez
- GroomsmanMatteo Rodriguez
- GroomsmanRamon Petit
- GroomsmanSalvador Rufino
Family
- Parents of the BrideRicardo & Joana Melendez
- Parents of the GroomMilton Rodriguez & Angie Cacucciolo
- Grandmother of the BrideFrancisca Soto
- Grandfather of the GroomFrancesco Cacucciolo
Before the big day
Wedding Shower
“Love is Brewing”
RSVP Information
RSVP
We can't wait to celebrate with you. Please reply with your full name and the number of guests attending.
Please reply by April 23rd, 2027
Gifts
Registry & contributions
Your presence is the greatest gift. Store registries and our gift list are coming soon — for now, you're welcome to send a contribution via Zelle.
Coming soon
Store registries
We're putting together our Amazon, Best Buy, and other store registries. Check back soon.
Zelle
- ZelleEmelie
630-329-4005Please include your name in the memo.
Coming soon
Gift list
Our curated gift list will appear here shortly. Thank you for your patience.
At the door
Guest QR code
Scan this code to open the wedding website — schedule, venue, RSVP, and more. Feel free to save it on your phone or print it for welcome signs and table cards.
