Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all thine heart
and lean not unto thine own understanding;
in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he shall direct your paths.
KJV
Our Wedding
Game Time
January 10, 2026
Rutgers-Camden University
3 PM
Athletic & Fitness Center
301 Linden Street
Camden, New Jersey 08102
Ceremony
January 11, 2026
3:30 In The Afternoon
Canaan Baptist Church
5430 Pulaski Ave.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144
Make sure to arrive early for parking.
If you do not find parking on the street, there is a parking lot available for use.
Charter School Picket Campus
5700 Wayne Ave.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144
This is a 6 minute (a block and a half) walk to Canaan Baptist Church
Cocktail Hour
January 11, 2026
5:30 In the Afternoon
Elkins Estate
1750 Ashbourne Rd.
Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
Reception
January 11, 2026
6:30 In The Evening
Elkins Estate
1750 Ashbourne Rd.
Elkins Park, Pennsylvania 19027
Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
PHL
8500 Essington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153
Accommodations
The Elkins Estate
Elkins Estate offers onsite rooms guests can utilize at their convenience. These rooms are perfect to stay close to all the action and enjoy the comfort of the property.
The Estate has 68 overnight guest rooms.
Please email to book: stay@theelkinsestate.com
Only Available 1/10 and 1/11
Last day to book is 12/27
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
Established Old City roots in this friendly town full of passion and personality.
Reservations can also be made by calling 1-800-Kimpton. Reference Group Code “LZ2”.
The booking link will be active until the block cut-off date (December 10, 2025) has expired.
25 minutes from venue
Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
Reservations can be made by calling the Hotel at (877) 411-7634 or emailing Reservations.Philadelphia@Sofitel.com by
December 19, 2025. Please ask for group reservations and identify as members of the Shaw-Blackmon Wedding Room Block.
25 minutes from venue
Transportation
Rental Car
Rent a vehicle for your small or large group.
Rideshare
When you arrive at the airport in Philadelphia, the easiest transportation you can choose is an Uber/Lyft.
Black Tie Formal
We request the pleasure of your company at an evening of elegance and celebration. Please join us in your most exquisite formal wear to make this night truly special.
All Black Requested
We would love to see ladies in floor length black gowns and gents in black tuxedos. Show out, we can’t wait to see you in your most royal attire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Arrival
The ceremony will start promptly at 3:30 PM.
Be there or be square.
Can I Bring A Plus One?
Those who are invited will be named on the invitation you have received. We can't wait to make beautiful memories with you!
Children
As we all know, we love the kiddo's, but our special day will be adults only.
With the exception of those who are apart of the wedding party.
What Is The RSVP Deadline?
If you do not RSVP by November 8, 2025, we will assume you can not make it.
No worries, we understand that you may have other commitments and things may come up.
