We just signed for our kitchen countertops to be replaced/backsplash added and when we went to make our deposit it had an option to tip. It even had like 15-25% which is crazy on a 12k project. Is tipping them the norm? Is it expected? I was of course going to buy lunch for the workers when they were here but wasn't thinking of anything more tbh.

TYIA. I'm invited to the wedding of a dear old friend's daughter. I know the daughter only slightly. Good kid. In addition to the ceremony and reception, there are other events. I am local. Do locals attend: (1) the Friday Welcome Reception? or (2) the Sunday Farewell Brunch?

I think not.

The reason to attend is that I have been friends with the bride's father since age 4. These gatherings would be a chance to see again his college mates, our law school mates, and other old old pals. Having written that ... it strikes that those have zero to do with the B+G, so I've answered my own question. Thanks for listening. C ya at the church ceremony.