Grace Celebrations

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Introduction

I work personally with my clients to get a clear idea for what kind of feeling and look they want their event to have from a simple dinner party to a 500 person wedding. I enjoy the whole project from start to finish, its such a joy to work through each piece of the puzzle and then enjoy the end product. I like to call myself the planner for people that don’t think they can afford a planner ! A planner for the working mom who needs a extra hand at a reasonable price . A planner for the bride that is trying to make every penny count !

Overview

Hired 49 times

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10 employees

20 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2023

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Rick B.

May 7, 2023

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We were so blessed to find Grace Celebrations and have Kris transform our backyard wedding into a gorgeous setting for our most memorable day. What she was able to do with just 3 months of planning left us and our guests in awe. She was helpful in finding all our vendors and always available for any questions we had. On the day of, the hard work put in by Kris and her assistant, plus their attention to detail, was beyond impressive. Everything ran smoothly, and we were able to just enjoy our special day. We would highly recommend that you choose Grace Celebrations for any event you may have. Sasha & Rick

Details: Wedding • Fewer than 50 guests • 2-4 • Pass hors d'oeuvres / serve food • Clear / bus plates • Setup / cleanup

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Eric B.

Sep 23, 2024

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Grace sent a lovely woman named Celine who was incredibly helpful at our party. She arrived on time, had a polished appearance, an excellent demeanor, and was super helpful with everything we asked for.

Details: Birthday party • Fewer than 50 guests

Event Help and Wait Staff

Mike O.

Oct 2, 2023

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Hired on Thumbtack

They did a very good job Kris was very good at making sure I knew what I need to do on my end, she made sure I knew what she was getting done. She was very prompting getting back to me despite a lot of other serious personal events going on in our own life, she was able to get the job done. And the person she had helping me Selena was wonderful. She was so good that somebody at my party wanted Salinas business card because they wanted to use her for hosting also

Details: Special event / party • Fewer than 50 guests

Event Help and Wait Staff

Emma Y.

Oct 24, 2016

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I highly recommend Kris from Grace Celebrations. She is amazing! She recently did my daughter's 7th birthday with Shopkins theme. I was pressed with time on planning and she worked with me to create a dream party for my daughter in less than 2 months planning! She is rock star! She even put up with my ambitious set-ups and all the details. What truly separates her from other event planner is her passion and hands on approach to make the event memorable and still cater to the client.

Grace Celebrations's reply

It was a super fun party to do, I love Shopkins its fun and friendly and the kids love it.

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Terry G.

Oct 24, 2017

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Chris, of Grace Celebrations, did a great job helping plan and coordinate my daughters wedding. She responded in a very timely manner when she was contacted and engaged immediately talking with the bride. She was brought onboard very last minute after the bride suffered the loss of a close family member. After the bride described the rustic outdoor wedding that she, herself, was trying to plan, Chris picked up and did a wonderful job of carrying on the brides concept. She coordinated and assisted with the arrival of all the required tents, tables, chairs, etc . On the day of the event, challenged by high winds, she decorated the venue and directed the day’s events seamlessly. She was professional at all times and worked well with all the company personnel providing services. Thank you Chris.

Wedding Planning

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Kris Zielinski Ghassemi

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Pricing depends on the project. I don't have a set price. It depends on how many hours would be required to research , coordinate and work the celebration. Once we discuss the details I will be able to quote a price.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We discuss the kind of event, the feel and look that the client is trying to achieve. Whether it be for a small dinner party to a large event. We review the budget and start moving towards the goal. Depending on the budget and depth of the event will determine what next steps we take.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been planning events for over 20 years from small intimate dinner parties to weddings with 300 guests. I also do corporate luncheon events.