Hamline United Methodist Church

Wedding Day

Avalon Saint Paul

Reception

Our Wedding

Blake Hinch and Samantha Unger met when they were students at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana.Blake was studying Agribusiness Management and Supply Chain Management Technology while Samantha was studying Computer and Nuclear Engineering.Their first date was April 10th, 2021 at the Purdue Memorial Union (specifically, at the underground bowling alley). What started as a round of bowling subsequently turned into a game of pool followed by a game of air hockey (all of which Samantha won, unfortunately).Nonetheless, it was the start of something special. Blake and Samantha continued to date, connecting on their knowledge of Latin, thirst for thrill-seeking, love of dogs, enjoyment of Mario Party, and so much more.Blake graduated in 2021 and began his first job in Chicago. When Samantha graduated from Purdue in 2022, she took a job in Tucson, Arizona. Tucson was a long way from Chicago. Blake followed his heart to Arizona 6 months later, where they live happily today.One of Samantha's and Blake's favorite things about themselves as a couple is their shared competitive spirit. For the past 6 years, they've been keeping each other on their toes, whether it's tennis, volleyball, swimming, fishing, golfing, etc. Samantha has gotten so tired of kicking Blake's butt, so now she's going to take his name.

Samantha & Blake

OUR STORY

Photos

Samantha Taylor Unger

Blake Charles  Hinch

Amelia Armstrong

Sabreanna Unger

Sarah Bowden

Katherine LaPlant

Tucker L. Hinch

Julian Gammon IV

Jonathan Kesler

William Murphy

Michael Panico

Evan Raye

Mitchell Cook

Sean O'Dell

Father  Mark Scannell

Jackson Unger

Brody Unger

Cole Unger

Lyla Unger

Kim Lee Unger

Lynnette Barnes Hinch

John Thomas Unger

Jeffrey Blake  Hinch

Mrs. Maureen Unger

Aunt Laura & Uncle Terry Jones

Wedding Party

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We’re celebrating in Saint Paul on June 26, 2027 — please join us in formal attire. Think classic, elevated looks with a nod to our summer floral palette and blue accents. For men: suit, dress shirt, tie, and polished shoes. For women: long gowns, cocktail dresses, or dressy separates; dressy jumpsuits are welcome. White dresses are reserved for the bride, but any other color dress is welcome. We can’t wait to see you dressed up and celebrating with us — Samantha &amp; Blake

Dress Code

Q + A

The&nbsp;Dates&nbsp;are&nbsp;June&nbsp;25-27,2027The&nbsp;Unger&#39;s&nbsp;WeddingCode&nbsp;Type:&quot;group\code&quot;CODE:&nbsp;2467205ORCall&nbsp;1-800-292-9292Ask&nbsp;for&nbsp;Code&nbsp;2467205,&nbsp;Unger&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;rate.Please&nbsp;lock&nbsp;in&nbsp;your&nbsp;reservation&nbsp;now&nbsp;while&nbsp;rooms&nbsp;are&nbsp;still&nbsp;available&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;rate&nbsp;of&nbsp;$159&nbsp;plus&nbsp;tax&nbsp;a&nbsp;night.You&nbsp;have&nbsp;up&nbsp;to&nbsp;24&nbsp;hours&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;event&nbsp;to&nbsp;cancel&nbsp;if&nbsp;your&nbsp;plans&nbsp;have&nbsp;changed&nbsp;with&nbsp;no&nbsp;penalties.If&nbsp;you&nbsp;missed&nbsp;the&nbsp;deadline&nbsp;for&nbsp;booking&nbsp;a&nbsp;room&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;Saint&nbsp;Paul,&nbsp;we&nbsp;may&nbsp;be&nbsp;able&nbsp;to&nbsp;reserve&nbsp;a&nbsp;small&nbsp;number&nbsp;of&nbsp;rooms&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;sister&nbsp;hotel,&nbsp;The&nbsp;Intercontinental&nbsp;at&nbsp;the&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;rate.&nbsp;However,&nbsp;you&nbsp;must&nbsp;contact&nbsp;us&nbsp;no&nbsp;later&nbsp;than&nbsp;February&nbsp;1,&nbsp;2027,&nbsp;to&nbsp;guarantee&nbsp;your&nbsp;room.The&nbsp;Intercontinental&nbsp;Hotel&nbsp;is&nbsp;in&nbsp;walking&nbsp;distance&nbsp;also&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Avalon,&nbsp;where&nbsp;the&nbsp;wedding&nbsp;reception&nbsp;will&nbsp;take&nbsp;place.

The Saint Paul Hotel

Located&nbsp;in&nbsp;St.&nbsp;Paul&nbsp;city&nbsp;center,&nbsp;this&nbsp;hotel&nbsp;is&nbsp;20&nbsp;minutes’&nbsp;drive&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;Mall&nbsp;of&nbsp;America&nbsp;and&nbsp;Minneapolis-Saint&nbsp;Paul&nbsp;International&nbsp;Airport.&nbsp;It&nbsp;features&nbsp;2&nbsp;on-site&nbsp;restaurants&nbsp;and&nbsp;free&nbsp;WiFi.&nbsp;Citizen&nbsp;restaurant&nbsp;is&nbsp;located&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;lobby&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;InterContinental&nbsp;Saint&nbsp;Paul&nbsp;Riverfront&nbsp;and&nbsp;is&nbsp;open&nbsp;for&nbsp;breakfast,&nbsp;lunch,&nbsp;and&nbsp;dinner.&nbsp;It&nbsp;has&nbsp;a&nbsp;full-service&nbsp;bar&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;casual&nbsp;atmosphere.&nbsp;Lavazza&nbsp;offers&nbsp;coffees,&nbsp;bakery&nbsp;items,&nbsp;and&nbsp;sandwiches.&nbsp;Guests&nbsp;can&nbsp;work&nbsp;out&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;on-site&nbsp;fitness&nbsp;center,&nbsp;complete&nbsp;with&nbsp;floor-to-ceiling&nbsp;mirrors,&nbsp;mounted&nbsp;TVs,&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;variety&nbsp;of&nbsp;cardio&nbsp;equipment.&nbsp;The&nbsp;Science&nbsp;Museum&nbsp;of&nbsp;Minnesota&nbsp;is&nbsp;less&nbsp;than&nbsp;10&nbsp;minutes’&nbsp;walk&nbsp;away.

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG

Travel

Long-running&nbsp;source&nbsp;for&nbsp;locally&nbsp;grown&nbsp;flowers&nbsp;and&nbsp;produce&nbsp;as&nbsp;well&nbsp;as&nbsp;cheeses&nbsp;and&nbsp;honey&nbsp;from&nbsp;area&nbsp;growers&nbsp;and&nbsp;ranchers&nbsp;(&nbsp;some&nbsp;organic).On&nbsp;Sunday&nbsp;time&nbsp;8:00&nbsp;am-1:00&nbsp;pmIt&nbsp;is&nbsp;just&nbsp;minutes&nbsp;from&nbsp;both&nbsp;hotels&nbsp;in&nbsp;St&nbsp;Paul,&nbsp;MN

St. Paul Growers'

Mall&nbsp;of&nbsp;America&nbsp;has&nbsp;500+&nbsp;stores,&nbsp;enjoy&nbsp;world-class&nbsp;dining,&nbsp;and&nbsp;experience&nbsp;thrilling&nbsp;attractions.

Mall of America®

The&nbsp;Cathedral&nbsp;of&nbsp;Saint&nbsp;Paul&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;stunning&nbsp;architecture&nbsp;beauty&nbsp;especially&nbsp;inside.&nbsp;The&nbsp;main&nbsp;walls&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;Chapels&nbsp;are&nbsp;finished&nbsp;in&nbsp;Italian&nbsp;Botticino&nbsp;marble.

Cathedral of Saint Paul

Historic Cave Tours

Summit&nbsp;Avenue&nbsp;is&nbsp;home&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;longest&nbsp;stretch&nbsp;of&nbsp;Victorian-era&nbsp;homes&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;United&nbsp;States.&nbsp;There&nbsp;are&nbsp;original&nbsp;440&nbsp;homes&nbsp;in&nbsp;a&nbsp;mere&nbsp;4.5&nbsp;miles.