Free Valentine's Day Weddings Offered in Mystic

Connecticut Justice of the Peace Marie Tyler Wiley will once again be on hand in Mystic to perform free wedding ceremonies for couples this Valentine’s Day, which falls on a Sunday this year.

“On the most romantic day of the year I love to give couples who are ready to take the plunge, but may have limited resources, a special and unique wedding experience,” said Tyler-Wiley.

Olde Mistick Village offers the space free of charge for the day each year. Couples can come to the Meeting House at Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, from 2 to 4 p.m. Tyler-Wiley will perform an individual ceremony for them. People who want to renew their vows are also welcome.

The only requirement is that the couple must present an official wedding license from the Town of Stonington. Licenses can be obtained at Stonington Town Hall, which is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stonington Town Hall can be reached at (860) 535-5060 and is located at 152 Elm St., Stonington.

“You simply show up with both your driver’s license or passport,” Tyler-Wiley wrote on her website. “You fill out a form, they type it up, ask you to proof it and swear to its accuracy. It’s easy as pie.“

This will be the 8th year Tyler-Wiley has performed the Valentine’s Day love fest and she’s married dozens of couples each year. Mary Beth Morrissey from Capture Photography will be on hand and couples can purchase photographs if they choose.

Interested parties may contact Marie Tyler Wiley at 860-941-9519 or visit her website.

(Photo by sparktography, via flickr creative commons)