A Dream Wedding, Made Effortless, thanks to Melissa and Simple Celebrations!…read more Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but Melissa and her team at Simple Celebrations turned what could have been a stressful process into something truly joyful. From the very beginning, Melissa took the time to listen, really listen, to our hopes, ideas, and vision. She then used her deep well of experience, creativity, and calm confidence to guide us every step of the way. Melissa is more than just a planner, she's a partner, a problem-solver, and a visionary. Her impeccable taste and design eye brought our wedding to life in a way that felt personal, elegant, and unforgettable. But what impressed us most was her ability to anticipate our needs before we even realized we had them. That level of foresight and attention is rare and absolutely priceless. Throughout the planning process and especially on the big day, Melissa was attentive, professional, and full of fresh ideas. She handled every detail with grace, allowing us to be fully present and soak in the magic of our wedding without worry. Everything flowed seamlessly because Melissa was running the show--and we knew we were in the best possible hands. We are endlessly grateful for her talent, poise, and passion. If you're looking for someone who will go above and beyond to make your day exceptional, look no further than Melissa and Simple Celebrations. BRAVA, MELISSA! You made our day truly spectacular.

Melissa helped my sister and brother-in-law plan their wedding and she was amazing to work with…read more She helped them prioritize what they really wanted in their ceremony and brought their vision to life. In addition, her rental items are pristine and stunning. She also helped me plan my sister's bridal shower. Melissa is also kind and supportive. She works hard and it shows in the final product. We won't soon forget her or how she made a special day even more lovely. Thank you, Melissa!

We hired Tara 2 years ago when my daughter got engaged. My daughter was very specific about the…read morekind of wedding she wanted. She wanted a wedding with multiple day events (wine tour, welcome party, ceremony on the Cornell campus, two cocktail parties, reception and a brunch). We were also challenged with having 160+ guests from out of town. My daughter didn't want a traditional wedding banquet hall look, she wanted to have farm tables with lush greeneries and flowers, and lounge sofas for people to relax. It was hard to find a place around Ithaca to accommodate so many guests. Tara spent days with us in finding a perfect venue for the wedding. On the day of, we had photographers videographers, multiple banquet coordinators, bus drivers. Tara was amazing in coordinating everything and getting everyone to work together. She had 7 pages of the event schedule. She worked tirelessly to refine it with us, down to when food would be delivered for the bridal party to eat before the ceremony. At the end of the reception, when she saw I was going back to the hotel by myself, she personally drove me back. She then delivered flowers for the next morning's brunch to our B&B at 2am. On top of that, she showed up at the brunch to make sure everything was ok and helped us pack up everything. We had few crisis (or we thought) during the wedding, Tara was able to take care of them for us and more importantly calmed us down. All of our guests told us how much fun they had at the wedding and how beautiful the venue was. I think a lot of it was due to Tara's careful planning and diligence. I would highly recommend Tara as a planner for any special event.

Tara (Terra Rosa) was such a wonderful and integral part of our wedding team! She came highly…read morerecommended by a close family friend and owner of a local florist company - if other vendors say somebody is great to work with, believe them! Our venue, the Ithaca Farmers Market, requires an immense amount of planning and organization as you must bring in everything (rentals, food, alcohol, decor) yourself. In addition, set-up time is very limited so it pays off to have a team of vendors who have worked well at the market before and know what they're doing and how run of show should go! While we signed on for the month-of package, Tara was so helpful in providing recommendations for additional vendors throughout our planning process who not only have worked market wedding before, but who would be able to help us create our exact vision for the day. Tara was responsive and always made herself readily available, whether it was well-before the month of our wedding or in the days leading up to it. As a self-described Type-A planner, I was so grateful to have Tara on top of everything especially the day before and the day of the wedding so that I could kick back and relax to enjoy such a special day. She executed everything perfectly, - including when a guest stepped on the bottom of my dress and broke off a bustle hook! Not only did she have safety pins of all sizes on hand, she perfectly pinned the dress back into its proper bustle so nobody could even tell! I can't recommend her highly enough - every couple should be so lucky as to have her support, eye for style, and organization on their big day!

Michael was super professional. His pricing packages vary from economical to the works…read more His pictures are fantastic!! My husband and I are still getting compliments on the photo we chose as our thank you card. (See below) I like how he sits you down to discuss your wedding vision. Then he asks you whats important to make sure he captures. I asked for him to get lots of photos of my mom with her family and siblings specifically since she was fighting cancer. We're glad he asked and we're glad he delivered! Make sure Michael is on your list for interviews when your checking out your photography options. You won't regret it!!

We are so happy that we chose Mike as our wedding photographer. Our pictures came out fantastic and…read moretruly captured the beautiful emotions of the day. Our families absolutely love them and numerous people have commented "what a great photographer" - we couldn't agree more! Additionally, Mike was great to work with. He was very organized, responsive, and helpful in many ways, such as helping us plan our itinerary. Thank you, Mike!

Mike was AMAZING. We hired him to DJ our wedding based off a friend's recommendation and were blown…read moreaway by him and his work. He legitimately enjoys what he does, is good at it, and does whatever he can to make his clients' day special. He was great at reading the crowd and playing music to get people on the dance floor, took guest requests, and made sure everyone had a great time. His son, Mike came with him and got guests on the dance floor and taught them line dances. Our wedding guests loved them and by the end of the night, they felt like family. Mike is a true professional and it's obvious he cares about his clients. I can't say enough good things about Spectrum Sounds and would recommend Mike to anyone!

From the owner: Spectrum Sounds is a premier wedding DJ company in Rochester, NY, known for exceptional service,…read moreaward-winning performance, and refined professionalism. We transform weddings into unforgettable celebrations through seamless coordination, attention to detail, and the ability to read the room so every moment flows effortlessly. With top-tier sound equipment and a polished presentation, we deliver a tailored musical experience that reflects each couple's unique style--from timeless classics to modern hits. At Spectrum Sounds, it's more than music--it's about creating lasting memories your guests will talk about for years to come.

This is a fun new place to take the family- highlights renewable energy sources and local arts as…read morewell. Good for a family or curious folks who like to see renewable energy in action. The rooftop has solar panels- there will be food and drink up there once the weather warms up. 2nd floor has a cycling/spin room that has bikes that generate electricity and show how much you are generating. There are 2 wind turbines right behind the building. The plan is to have the entire building operate on alternative / renewable energy sources. There is an atrium and skylight in the center of the building with a grow wall with plants. Local artists' work adorns the walls. Plenty more to say and see here- come check it out!

From the owner: Let us make your next celebration, business meeting or cocktail party memorable, beautiful space…read moreincluding the state of the art space surrounding art, science, and the rooftop with a view! Guided tours for all ages. Contact our event manager at (585) 266-1068. And Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 9am-10am for Story & Discovery Hour sponsored by Summit Federal Credit Union.