Real NYC Wedding | Rachel + Glenn {part two}

We're back for part two of Rachel and Glenn's ceremony and reception at the illustrious Angel Orensanz. Built in 1849 on a quiet Lower East Side street, this striking Gothic synagogue was modeled after the Cathedral in Cologne and has become one of New York City's most desirable venues {its popularity grew immensely after Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick were married there in 1997}. The venue's mix of old and new was the perfect stage for Rachel and Glenn; it was important for them to have a traditional Jewish wedding ceremony - and also a contemporary fun-filled celebration with family and friends.
Editor's note: All vendor details can be found on part one of Rachel and Glenn's wedding.

From the bride: Glenn and I met at the 27th birthday of our mutual friend at a bar that no longer exists, called "6's and 8's." We were introduced early in the night by another friend who told me I HAD to hang out with this guy... which I did all night. We ended up on a brownstone stoop at four am eating falafel and flirting some more. Glenn took me out dancing a few days later... and we've been together ever since. We got engaged on December 30th of 2008 - just in time to bring in the new year!"

About the photographer: Shira Weinberger is a New York based photographer and member of the prestigious Wedding Photojournalist Association {WPJA} and WPPI. Through her photojournalistic style, she captures the spontaneity, joy, emotion and ambiance of a couple's most cherished moments with true passion and devotion. To learn more about Shira's wide breadth of work, please visit her Web site.

Photos courtesy Shira Weinberger.