At long last, it is with great pleasure that Dr. Umang and Mrs. Paragi Patel would like to extend an invitation to you to celebrate the marriage of their daughter Dr. Namrata Patel to Benjamin Sanchez this Labor Day weekend. Following their romantic engagement in Paris in May 2019, both of their families gave their blessings for the upcoming nuptials during a traditional Hindu ceremony called Vivah. Since then, the couple has been waiting until it was safe to tie the knot in the presence of family and loved ones — and that time has finally come! California guidelines are constantly changing, but as of now, we’ll need all guests to provide proof of vaccination or a negative test within 48 hours before the first event. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Westin St. Francis, San Francisco
~ Family & bridal party only ~ Graha Shanti (Ganesh) 11:00 am This prayer ceremony honors Lord Ganesh, the removal of obstacles and harbinger of good fortune. Lord Ganesh's blessing on this auspicious occasion is thought to bring prosperity to a couple's married life.
Pithi (Haldi) 12:00 pm This joyous family occasion is a purification ritual, where family members apply a turmeric paste on the bride and groom to protect them before they journey into their new life together. --Luncheon to follow for family and bridal party members.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Westin St. Francis, San Francisco
Mehndi 7:00 pm
Nami & Ben invite you to a Mehndi Welcome Dinner to start the weekend’s celebrations. During this party, mehndi, also known as henna, is applied in an intricate design to decorate the arms and legs of the bride. Guests are also invited to participate in the festivities by adorning their hands with mehndi.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Pier 27, San Francisco
Sangeet 6:00 pm
Drs. Priyanka & Dallas Schepers together with Mr. Eddy & Mrs. Paula Sanchez invite you to celebrate the forthcoming union of their siblings at the Sangeet.
In Hindi, sangeet means "sung together" and it is where loved ones come together before the wedding day to dance together with traditional dances, such as Garba and Raas.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 San Francisco Botanical Garden
Wedding Ceremony 10:00 am
Baraat (Groom’s entrance): 10:00 am Ceremony: 11:00 am Dr. Umang & Mrs. Paragi Patel together with Mr. Benjamin & Mrs. Edica Sanchez request your blessings at the wedding ceremony of their daughter and son. They will be wed in a formal ceremony that will include traditional rituals to symbolize their union as a married couple, followed by a luncheon for all guests.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Westin St. Francis, San Francisco
Reception 6:30 pm
6:30 pm Cocktail Hour 8:00 pm Dinner Join us in welcoming the newlyweds, Dr. Namrata Patel & Mr. Benjamin Sanchez!
RSVP by July 25th
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