{"id":16425,"name":"Thornton","state_id":10,"county_id":618,"created_at":"2019-08-20T10:36:32.770-07:00","updated_at":"2024-09-20T12:07:47.387-07:00","meta_description":null,"head_tag":null,"tagline":null,"intro_section":"\u003cp\u003eBoasting 25 recreational parks and over 2000 acres of park space, Thornton, Colorado, is a dream location to tie the knot. You\u0026rsquo;ll love the welcoming atmosphere of this Rocky Mountain suburb, combined with all the fun activities and events available year-round. If you visit in fall, you\u0026rsquo;re sure to love the 20-acre \u003ca href=\"https://www.maizeinthecity.com/\"\u003ecorn maze\u003c/a\u003e, which features all sorts of fun from pumpkin picking to tractor train rides and even corn hole! If you love a good local bar, don\u0026rsquo;t miss the \u003ca href=\"https://www.mothertuckerbrewery.com/\"\u003eMother Tucker\u003c/a\u003e brewery, famous for its local hand-crafted brews. You\u0026rsquo;ll also be happy to know that the Thornton area offers a wide range of wedding venue options to fit your most extravagant wishes.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever your plans as a couple, AMM is here to guide you through the process of getting married in Thornton, from ordaining your chosen minister to completing the marriage license.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","officiant_section":"\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Get Ordained with American Marriage Ministries\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eLet\u0026rsquo;s start with the ordainment process. According to the office of the clerk and recorder, the following persons may perform wedding ceremonies in Colorado:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026ldquo;an officiant who has been ordained or recognized by a religious denomination, a judge of a court, a retired judge, a court magistrate, a public official whose powers include solemnization of marriages, a Native American tribal official, or a friend or relative who is ordained.\u0026rdquo;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nIf you do not fall into any of these categories yet, don\u0026rsquo;t worry! Just \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/ordination-application\"\u003eget ordained\u003c/a\u003e with AMM to qualify as an officiant within a religious denomination. The process is free and takes just a few minutes.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWhen it comes time to perform your duties as the officiant, Adams County may ask you to present documentation, which AMM provides for a fee. (You can call the office of the clerk and recorder\u0026rsquo;s office before you perform the ceremony to ask if they will require you to bring the certificate in person.)\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep 2: Prepare for the Wedding Ceremony in Shasta County\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNow that the formal application process is out of the way, we can help you prepare for the more personal aspects of officiating the wedding ceremony. Being asked to officiate a ceremony is an honor but requires a bit of preparation. You may want to check out our \u003ca href=\"https://theamm.org/officiant-training\"\u003ewedding training pages\u003c/a\u003e, which are a library of information to help you prepare for your first ceremony and ensure that it goes smoothly.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nHere you can find everything from sample wedding ceremony scripts to brainstorming prompts, preparation tips, and more.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nStep 3: Officiate the Wedding and Complete the Marriage License\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to signing the marriage license, it is the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibility to obtain it from the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office, fill it out, and hand it over to you to sign as well. Just make sure that the license is valid before signing and giving it back to the couple to return. The license should be filled out within 35 days of issuance and returned no later than 63 days after the wedding. Once the license is signed, you have fulfilled your legal duty as the officiant!\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","couple_section":"\u003ch3\u003eFile for a Marriage License from the Adam County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s Office\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eNow let\u0026rsquo;s turn our attention to the couple\u0026rsquo;s responsibilities. First, before both parties appear in person at the licensing office, you must complete an \u003ca href=\"https://recording.adcogov.org/landmarkweb/marriagekiosk/?title=Marriage%20Kiosk\"\u003eonline application\u003c/a\u003e. Then, schedule an appointment online with the Government Center.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen you go, remember to bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eA valid driver\u0026rsquo;s license or other state-issued ID\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePayment in the form of cash, check, money order, or credit card.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSocial Security Number\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\t\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n","wedding_tips":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Basics\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https://imperiumcenter.com\"\u003eImperium Event\u0026nbsp;Center\u003c/a\u003e is a perfect wedding venue if you are planning on inviting a lot of family and friends to your wedding as this venue hosts up to 500 people.\u0026nbsp;With remarkable views of the Colorado Rockies, \u003ca href=\"https://www.wedgewoodweddings.com/venues/colorado/brittany-hill\"\u003eWedgewood Weddings\u003c/a\u003e presents a rustic, lavishly furnished venue. This romantic location has all the amenities, from dressing suites to a gorgeous patio with outdoor seating.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003eTransportation\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe Regional Transportation District (RTD) provides bus, rail, and airport shuttles to Thornton and surrounding neighborhoods. Although this is a fairly reliable form of transit, you may want to rent a car for more independent travel. Rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft should also be available.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWeather\u003c/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nOne of the best things about Thornton and the surrounding area is the reasonably mild climate. The alpine desert\u0026rsquo;s altitude and proximity to the mountains keep Thornton pleasant year-round, with the state getting about 300 days of sun a year. During the winter months, it can cool down to the 30s and 40s in the day, but it\u0026rsquo;s not uncommon to have a 60-degree day in the winter in Colorado.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","faq":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre Internet ministers accepted in Colorado?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nYes. Officiants ordained through online ministries can solemnize marriages in the state of Colorado.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo ministers need to register their credentials with a state office?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nNo, the Colorado state government does not license or register ministers. As long as you are ordained, you can legally perform a marriage for a couple.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the acceptable forms of IDs to bring to the county clerk\u0026rsquo;s office?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nWhen you apply for your marriage license, you\u0026rsquo;ll need a valid driver\u0026rsquo;s license, passport, state ID card, military ID card, or alien registration card (green card). Birth certificates, social security cards, and voter registrations are NOT acceptable.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Colorado, is there a waiting period after you\u0026rsquo;ve completed the marriage license before you can use it?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\r\nThe completed marriage certificate (and attached license) must be returned to the County Clerk\u0026rsquo;s office for recording within 63 days after solemnization. After that date, late fees will apply.\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","content_live":true,"marriage_licensing_info":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssuance Office:\u003c/strong\u003e 4430 South County Adams Pkwy\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eFee:\u003c/strong\u003e $30\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaiting Period: \u003c/strong\u003eNone\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpiration:\u003c/strong\u003e 63 days\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eReturn:\u003c/strong\u003e by Couple\u003cbr /\u003e\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\r\n","meta_description_esp":null,"head_tag_esp":null,"tagline_esp":null,"intro_section_esp":"","officiant_section_esp":"","couple_section_esp":"","wedding_tips_esp":"","faq_esp":"","content_live_esp":false,"marriage_licensing_info_esp":""}