Serendipity Garden Weddings

Ceremony Rehearsal

Rehearsal Dinner

Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel

Chinese Tea Ceremony

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Cocktail Hour

Reception

THANK YOU ALL FOR JOINING OUR WEDDING ADVENTURE!

Wedding Photos and Videos are now available for view and download on the 'Photos' tab

Our Wedding

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Our Story

Our Doors will open at 4:00pm with Welcome Drinks.The Ceremony will start promptly at 4:30pm, so all guests should be seated prior.Any latecomers will be escorted to view our Ceremony from the Terrace as the Ceremony area will be roped off once the procession begins. Guests may consider arriving 15-20 minutes prior to Doors Opening to allow time for parking and/or Golf Cart Transportation (if necessary).

Schedule

We're finally ready to share our wedding photos and videos!

Our Wedding Photos are Ready!

To view and/or download all photos from our Special Day, please visit our <a href="https://gallery.toucanweddings.com/-mjdtlaca/gallery" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Gallery</a>. Please note the files will be removed at the end of the year on December 31, 2025, so please download any photos you'd like keep before then.

Wedding Videos

Wedding <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CGvxrjs5kNd8Sok2J0_T-i9_XoJUjZEE/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Teaser</a> (1:11)Wedding <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CGvxrjs5kNd8Sok2J0_T-i9_XoJUjZEE/view?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Highlight</a> (5:50)Wedding <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UJue9qRDOwdY9N0Db7X3NxtvDnkfy8qP/view?usp=share_link" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Film</a> (43:55)Chinese <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UyBFdQGmaeQUw1yNU4A-RqsB5ulCPyxz/view?usp=drive_link" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tea Ceremony</a> (4:25) All Wedding Videos are available for download via <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1G66JX5Yjept8KZ_K4v9_Y2umxHS25f4Z?usp=share_link" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Google Drive</a>.

Help us relive our Wedding Day!

Do you still have any photos or videos from our Wedding Day?We'd love for you to upload them to share our Google Drive so we can reminisce the good times and fun with all of our friends and family! Any photos or videos will be appreciated, even if the bride and groom aren't in it! Please share them <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cwbMZpu3CbLXO9aHHKyaEpWshNlzjMXE?usp=sharing" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>.(Must be signed into your Google account to upload files)

Photos

Meet Our 'I DO' Crew!

Maggie and Jawad met in September 2012 in Shanghai, where they embarked on their academic journey for their Master of International Business. They knew they were going to be good friends early on when they received the results from their 200+ question personality assessment and their result maps were nearly identical when overlain on each other’s results. Little did they know how far along their friendship would grow and strengthen over 12 years! What Jawad loves about Maggie and Jeff is their mutual care, concern, and companionship for each other and looks forward to them completing this milestone through their journey through life together.

Syed Jawad - Man of Honor

Jeff and Bryan have known each other for 25+ years. They met in high school and became fast friends. From there they have experienced many major life events together and watched each other grow into who they are today. Through the good and the bad that life has thrown at them both they have always been there for each other and will continue to do so in the future. Bryan is happy that Jeff found Maggie and he is finally settling down. They both deserve the happiness they bring each other.

Bryan Thomas - Best Man

Maggie and Szuwei met in middle school where they stuck together for an ungodly amount of time despite being in different grades. During joint P.E., the two of them would ‘run’ around the track in Almansor Park. Both said, “Nope,” to running 8-minute miles. (Note, however, that Maggie went on to do half-marathons and races like Tough Mudder) Twenty years later, despite often being separated by hundreds, if not thousands of miles, the two have remained the kind of friends you can share your worst hottakes with. It brings Szuwei great joy that Maggie has found in Jeff a partner she can share even hotter hottakes with. These two are gonna go the distance—just look at how many miles they drive for all their trips to LA!&nbsp;

Szuwei Co - Bridesmaid

Maggie and Jeff are both passionate, driven, and exceptional individuals. They compliment each other perfectly, making them such a fun couple to be around. I have always loved the experiences we have shared and the memories we have made when the three of us have gotten to spend time together. I am looking forward to making more at the wedding in Southern California!

Robbie Hild - Groomsman

Similar to the feeling when you run into a great sale on chihuahua cheese at Costco, unexpected but beautiful. Maggie and Angela met through a mutual friend. Due to their mutual love of dumplings, their friendship started to bloom after their first camping trip in Oregon. What Angela loves about Maggie and Jeff is how they show up for the ones they care about, no matter the distance! Whether it was a surprise baby shower in Portland or our son’s first birthday party in Chicago, Maggie and Jeff were there! Angela is honored to stand by Maggies side on her special day, holding her hair as needed and collecting all the red envelopes from Jeff!

Angela Liu - Bridesmaid

I've known Jeff since the days that I used to live in Fremont CA. I had the opportunity to be Jeff's roommate when we decided to start our college life at DeVry University. Our friendship started when we realized that both drove Nissan 240SXs and as we got to know each other, we've discovered that we shared many things in common: great food, outdoors, and success. These memories have remained sentimental in my life because it was the first time we both moved away from our families, and although we live hundreds of miles apart, he always will remain like a brother to me. I am looking forward to finally meeting Maggie on her wedding day and thankful to be a part of their celebration.

Adrian Navales - Groomsman

Wedding Party

AIRPORTS

If you will be flying in to attend our wedding, the three closest airports to our wedding venue are: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)1 World WayLos Angeles, CA 90045 Ontario International Airport (ONT)2900 E Airport Dr Ontario, CA 91761 Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)2627 N Hollywood WayBurbank, CA 91505

ACCOMMODATIONS

We have reserved a courtesy room block at the Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel hotel in San Gabriel, CA for our out of town guests for the wedding weekend. Our Wedding will take place on Sunday, September 22, 2024.Our room block rates are applicable from Friday, September 20 to Monday, September 23, so please book as needed in accordance to your plans. Click the link below to book directly and take advantage of the pre-negotiated room block rate (you will be able to enter your personal details, your desired Check-In/Check-Out dates, and Marriott Bonvoy loyalty information).The cut-off for our room block is August 20, 2024 - so please book in advance accordingly to take advantage the pre-negotiated room rates. We will be arranging transportation between this hotel and our Wedding Venue in Oak Glen, CA (limited # of seats available, on a first come, first serve basis).Please reach out to us directly if you have any questions or are in need of transportation.

Other Overnight Accommodations*

*While we do not have any room blocks set up at these accommodations, you are welcome to explore these options to best suit your needs. Here is a list of other accommodations in the vicinity of the Wedding location: Khyra Beaucrest Ranch (Bed and Breakfast)&nbsp;~10 minutes by carAddress: 40335 Avenue Altejo Bella, Cherry Valley, CA 92223Phone: (347)-227-5835<a href="mailto:khyrabcranch@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">khyrabcranch@gmail.com</a><a href="https://www.khyrabeaucrestranch.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.khyrabeaucrestranch.com/</a> Stone Oak Manor (Bed and Breakfast) ~10 minutes by carAddress: 38433 Potato Canyon Road, Oak Glen, CA 92399Phone: (909) 255-1384<a href="mailto:StoneOakManor@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">StoneOakManor@gmail.com</a><a href="https://www.stoneoakmanor.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.stoneoakmanor.com</a> Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites Beaumont - Oak Valley ~15 minutes by carAddress: 1864 Oak Valley Village Cir, Beaumont, CA 92223Phone: (951) 769-3600<a href="https://rb.gy/pk23rf" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://rb.gy/pk23rf</a> Hampton Inn &amp; Suites Banning-Beaumont ~17 minutes by carAddress: 6071 Joshua Palmer Way, Banning, CA 92220Phone: (951) 922-1000<a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/bnghshx-hampton-suites-banning-beaumont/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/bnghshx-hampton-suites-banning-beaumont/</a> Ayres Hotel Redlands - Loma Linda (Pet Friendly) ~25 minutes by carAddress: 1015 W Colton Ave, Redlands, CA 92374Phone: (909) 335-9024<a href="https://www.ayreshotels.com/ayres-hotel-redlands" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.ayreshotels.com/ayres-hotel-redlands</a> Morongo Casino Resort &amp; Spa ~25 minutes by carNote: All guests must be over 18 years of age.Address: 49500 Seminole Dr, Cabazon, CA 92230Phone: (951) 849-3080<a href="https://www.morongocasinoresort.com/hotel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.morongocasinoresort.com/hotel</a>

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Travel

Visit the 626!

The 626, or the San Gabriel Valley, is the area (BUBBLE, as Jeff calls it), where Maggie was born and raised. Even with all the exploration to different cities and countries, the 626 still holds the #1 position in Maggie's heart. It has good food, wide roads, free parking, and will always be 'HOME' to Maggie.Jeff loves this place too... he just hasn't admitted it yet. Below is a list of some things in the vicinity to check out!

One of Maggie's all time favorite Ice Cream spots - all flavors inspired by travel, mimicking some of the best treats from each country/culture. Top favorites include:- Japanese Neapolitan- Sticky Rice + Mango

Wanderlust Creamery

Our FAVORITE Nashville Hot Chicken! Not for the faint of heart, our go to is 'THE SANDO' - Hot... but you already know we love spice, so order at your own risk ;)

Howlin' Ray's Hot Chicken - Pasadena

Visit one of our favorite Hong Kong 'cha chaan tengs' with good 'wok hei' (the wok thermal radiation or 'breath of the wok' that we typically look for in Chinese cooking).

Longten Cafe

Our favorite Chiu Chow noodles in the area! Dont forget to use the Satay sauce and pickled serrano peppers to intensify your bowl of noodles! (Its our fave, and we finish a jar of each together everytime we visit.)

Kim Kee Noodle Cafe

Visit one of our favorite Hong Kong 'cha chaan tengs' (or cafe) for a typical Hong Kong breakfast.There's a plethora of options to choose from, including Pineapple Bun sandwiches, Chinese porridge and Hong Kong style 'Cart Noodles' all paired with a side dish of your choice.Try the 'Yeen Yeung' (Coffee + Tea beverage) to complete the traditional HK Cafe experience! The line gets long on the weekends, so get there early before the 11:30am breakfast cut off.

Alice's Kitchen

Michelin Star Boba!We haven't had the pleasure of waiting in line for it, but we've heard good things (&amp; that it's worth the wait!)

CHICHA San Chen

Super cute Botanical Garden for a nice walk and photos.This is also down the street from the Shops at Santa Anita mall where Maggie spent most of her teenage weekends.

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Other Attractions in Southern California: 

While you're in Sunny Southern California, it's always a good opportunity to visit the Happiest Place on Earth!

Disneyland Park

Love In-N-Out as much as we do?!Visit the Original In-N-Out Burger replica in Baldwin Park for some cute photos and an amazing burger (across the street)!

The Original In-N-Out Burger Museum

Probably the best roller coasters you can find in California - not as intense or amazing as some of the rides we've discovered in our recent travels, but still one of Maggie's favorites (for a few years, she used to have an annual pass to visit every other summer weekend).

Six Flags Magic Mountain

Other Great SoCal Eats:

OUR FAVORITE BANH MI SPOT! (YES, we drive an extra hour from LA to eat this!!!)Must Order:Heo Quay (Crispy Skin Pork Belly) Banh Mi

Carrot And Daikon Banh Mi - Westminster

Jeff's favorite late night adventure in LA. LA Street Tacos &gt; ALL THE OTHER STREET TACOS, don't @us. Outside of the traditional Carne Asada and Al Pastor, feel free to be a little exotic and order the Cabeza (beef cheek) and the Lengua (beef tongue).

Avenue 26 Tacos

Things to Do

You can find the link to RSVP at the top of this website navigation bar, or in the center of the home page. Please note that you will need to enter your name as addressed on your invitation to access the RSVP portal. Please RSVP for our Wedding Ceremony &amp; Reception by Sunday, August 4, 2024.

HOW DO WE RSVP?

Our Wedding Ceremony and Reception will be held at:Serendipity Garden Weddings12865 Oak Glen Rd., Oak Glen, CA 92399

WHERE IS THE WEDDING?

Yes, although our venue is outdoors, all areas are handicap accessible. Golf cart service is available for the lower portions of the property.Please notify us ahead of time if there's a need for accessibility, so that we can make the proper arrangements.

IS THE WEDDING VENUE LOCATION HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE?

From the Eastbound 10 Freeway:Take Exit 85 for Live Oak Canyon Road, turn left.In 0.2mi, right onto Calimesa Blvd.In 1.2mi, left onto Wildwood Canyon RoadIn 6.6mi, left onto Oak Glen RoadLook for a yellow 40mph sign - the driveway is immediately after the sign on the right.Please pull in the gated driveway and park to the right. From the Westbound 10 Freeway:Take Exit 94 for Beaumont Ave., turn right.Continue for ~7mi on Beaumont Ave.Look for a yellow 40mph sign - the driveway is immediately after the sign on the right.Please pull in the gated driveway and park to the right.

WHAT ARE THE DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE WEDDING VENUE?

Parking is available and included for all our guests. Guests are also welcome to leave their vehicle overnight. If you choose to do so, please return no later than 11:00am the next morning to retrieve your vehicle. Please celebrate responsibly.

IS THERE PARKING AND CAN I LEAVE MY CAR OVERNIGHT?

Our doors will open at 4:00pm, with our Ceremony promptly starting at 4:30pm, and our reception to follow and be celebrated through the night. Please see the 'Schedule' tab for full details.

WHAT IS THE WEDDING DAY TIMELINE & ITINERARY?

Cocktail Attire - Elegance encouraged.Our venue is outdoors, please consider your footwear accordingly. We kindly request that guests refrain from wearing full white dresses or suits.

WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?

We're crossing our fingers that Sunny Southern California shines through on our celebration.Both the ceremony and the reception will be hosted outdoors, so please plan your #OOTD accordingly. Consider bringing a light jacket as the temperature may drop at night.We recommend checking the weather before packing and dressing for the day, in case of any unexpected weather changes.

WHAT WILL THE WEATHER BE ON YOUR WEDDING DAY?

Due to the intimacy of our venue, we are unable to extend invites for plus ones, unless otherwise specified on your invitation.Our goal is to keep our very special day as intimate as possible, we are choosing to celebrate with only our closest family and friends.Should there be any questions or concerns regarding a guest or 'plus one,' please reach out to us directly.

CAN I BRING A 'PLUS ONE'?

Kindly note that our wedding will be an adult-only affair. We hope that with this notice, you will be able to make arrangements to attend our wedding, and enjoy the 21+ celebration.

CAN I BRING MY CHILDREN?

Of course! There will be an assortment of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to choose from, including Wine, Beer, and Signature Cocktails. tldr;TF? HAVE YOU MET US??

WILL ALCOHOL BE SERVED?

All use of drugs, including marijuana, are strictly prohibited at our venue. Our venue has a zero tolerance policy, and we are contractually obligated to follow this regulation. Please be respectful.

ARE DRUGS ALLOWED?

There will definitely be an amusing interpretation of it.

WILL THERE BE DANCING?

We will have a team of professional photographers and videographers to capture our ceremony, and would love for you to enjoy our celebration and capture how the ceremony feels. We ask you turn off your electronics during our ceremony to ensure you are in the moment and not in the way of our photographers. These photos will be posted online and may be available for download afterwards. After the ceremony is complete and the wedding party has exited, you may turn on your devices and take pictures of whatever you wish!

CAN I TAKE PICTURES?

Although COVID-19 restrictions have loosened over the last year, we want to ensure our guests feel comfortable celebrating with us.We've worked closely with our venue and catering team to create a COVID-safe plan for our wedding. We've specifically chosen to host our event in an open outdoor space, with sanitizing stations around the venue, and individually plated meals. Currently, masks are not required, but we completely respect your decision to wear one if you choose to do so! We kindly ask that if you have any COVID-19 symptoms, or have been exposed to COVID-19 or other viral illnesses within 1 week of our wedding, to please stay home and toast with us from afar. We will be sure to celebrate together at a later time.

WHAT HEALTH & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE IN PLACE?

Yes! We have coordinated a Courtesy Wedding Room Block at the Sheraton Los Angeles San Gabriel hotel, with pre-negotiated rates from Friday, September 20, 2024 to Monday, September 23, 2024. Please see the 'Travel' tab at the top of the website's navigation bar for full details.

DO YOU HAVE A WEDDING ROOM BLOCK RESERVED FOR GUESTS?

Your presence at our wedding is really the greatest gift we could ask for! However, should you wish to honor us with a gift, we have a registry that can be found on the top navigation tab of our wedding website, or directly at: https://www.theknot.com/jcmlwedding2024/registry

Jeffrey & Maggie

Jeffrey & Maggie

J&M

THANK YOU ALL FOR JOINING OUR WEDDING ADVENTURE!

Wedding Photos and Videos are now available for view and download on the 'Photos' tab