The wedding will be held at the beautiful, secluded Alumni Gardens at the University of Redlands, 1200 East Colton Avenue in Redlands. From Fwy 10 east, take University offramp, turn left on University, right on Colton Ave., right at Verdieck Court, left into the parking area. Proceed to the upper level, past the Alumni Mansion. From Fwy 10 west, take 6th Street offramp, turn right; another right on Colton Ave., right at Verdieck Court. The ceremony will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 8, 2007. Casual evening attire is requested.

Following the ceremony, at 6:00 p.m., a reception will be held at the Redlands Elks Lodge, 663 New York Street in Redlands. From the U of R, turn left on Colton Avenue to New York Street; turn left on New York and right into the Elks Lodge parking lot. A delicious Mexican buffet will be served; beer, wine and no-host cocktails will be available. Please note that the Elks Lodge does not accept credit cards or ATM; cash only for cocktails. High chairs are NOT available at the Elks Lodge, so please make arrangements if you are bringing infants. Following dinner, dancing will take place until 11:00 p.m.

As a convenience to our out of town guests, a block of rooms has been reserved at a group rate of $79.00 + tax per room at the Best Western Sandman Motel, located at 1120 W. Colton Ave. (near the Elks Lodge). To reserve the lower group rate, please mention the September 8 Conner-Diaz wedding. It is advisable to book your reservations early. Please call (909) 793-2001 to reserve.

Dear family and friends: we are looking forward to sharing our special day with all of you. Bring your dancing shoes and get ready to par-taay!!