I had the pleasure of working with Cindy Shanholtz of Effortless Events for our company's 100th…read moreanniversary dinner and celebration, and I cannot recommend her highly enough! From the moment we began planning, Cindy's attention to detail, professionalism, and creativity shone through at every step. Cindy took the time to truly understand our vision for the event and worked tirelessly to bring it to life in a way that exceeded all expectations. She seamlessly coordinated every aspect, from the venue selection and decor to the catering and entertainment. Her recommendations were spot-on, and her organizational skills ensured everything ran smoothly on the day of the event. The 100th anniversary dinner itself was nothing short of spectacular! The atmosphere Cindy created was elegant and celebratory, perfectly reflecting our company's history while looking forward to its future. Our guests were wowed by the thoughtful touches, from the custom table settings to the beautifully designed timeline of our company's milestones. What really set Cindy apart was her ability to handle every challenge with grace and poise. Despite the complexities of planning such a significant event, she kept everything stress-free for our team, managing all logistics and vendors without missing a beat. It was clear that Cindy and her team truly cared about making this milestone event unforgettable. If you're looking for an event planner who can turn your vision into a flawless reality, Cindy Shanholtz and Effortless Events are the way to go. She made our 100th anniversary celebration an extraordinary experience, and I can't wait to work with her again in the future! Holly Both VP Sales & Marketing, Plymouth Tube Co.

This is my 2nd posting for Cindy and her team at Effortless events. I recently hired them for…read moreanother wedding celebration in Chicago for my daughter who got married in DC. Again, they did not disappoint. Cindy's attention to detail is remarkable. She recommended the venue and took the reigns. From the flowers, decor and layout it was perfect. She suggested so many fun things...like a s'mores bar for dessert where guests assembled and "cooked" their own! We had mini individual cast iron skillets with fresh chocolate chip cookies and guests could top them with ice cream. Everyone raved about it and EE did it all...I just showed up and enjoyed it. Thanks Cindy + team!

As a wedding photographer I am directly affected by how good or bad the wedding planner is... and…read moreKristina is terrific! She is incredibly professional, organized and positive. Getting everything in order before the big day is one part of her work, she gathered vendors months in advance and made sure we were all on the same page. But the day of is critical, there is so much going on behind the scenes and keeping the couple happy and calm PLUS maintaining a friendly and helpful demeanor isn't easy. Kristina does it with ease! She is a pleasure to work with, not just a great planner but also a lovely person. I have had the pleasure of working alongside her at two weddings now, both days were a success from start to finish and I am sure the photos were also better because of how smooth things went. Thank you Kristina, I look forward to teaming up again soon! -Bethany Fritz; Maypole Studios Photography

Kristina is awesome!! She was our wedding planner and we loved her! First she has great vendors…read moreto recommend. She has been in the business for a long time and knows what a wedding entails. From the save the date to saying goodbye to all the guests after it is all over. Before the wedding she is creative, organized, accommodating, on top of everything, gives good advice, tells you how it really works, gives you lots of options to consider and such an educator in the wedding world, and again has great references of vendors. The day of she becomes the personal assistant for whatever you need and makes sure everything runs smoothly by taking care of all issues behind the scene. We loved working with her and she made our outdoor ceremony and tented wedding reception run completely smooth. Not an easy job!

We hired Best Price Rental for a family event and rented a tent, tables and chairs. They were…read moreprofessional, efficient, accommodating and reasonably priced. I highly recommend Best Price Rental and will use them again for future events!

We were so pleased with the setup and take-down of the tent, tables, and chairs we rented this past…read moreweekend. As always, the team from Best Price Tents Inc. was on time, fast, efficient, and an absolute pleasure to work with. They've helped us with multiple events now, and every experience has been seamless. Best Price Tents never disappoints--highly recommend them for any occasion! Joe LeSanche Carnival Grocery Lincoln Park/Chicago

First time here and right from the start they impressed me with the friendly atmosphere. We were…read moreput in our own room with a TV (that we control) and fireplace. They seat you and give you a menu of services to choose from. Then they bring you a menu for drink selections, We chose the mojitos! Next comes the snack choice...wow we felt like royalty!! They even brought me a polish menu to choose from It's not only beautiful here but clean too!! I would recommend Coco Nail Bar!

I decided to give Coco another try but it was not a great experience again. Within 4 days a dip…read moremanicure has chipped - again. Once, ok it happens. Twice. Not returning.

Fazia, at Rose Lane Styling, is amazing. My son's birthday theme was dog and Fazia had great,…read morecreative ideas. For example, incorporating (clean new) doggie bowls to use as serving ware. She had an excellent eye for detail and extremely organized (she sent me weekly email status updates and action items to do). She was able to negotiate great deals with the vendors and directly dealt with them which was amazing to get off my plate. I also had certain things that I wanted for the party (i.e. i try to be as sustainable as i can do that meant little waste, compostable plates, etc) and Fazia was able to source these items that met this demand (ie the plates matched the color theme and were cute!). Further, Fazia was very responsive. The theme, colors and vision came out so well. I definitely would work with Fazia again.

Fazia at Rose Lane is amazing. My mom found her when we were looking for someone to help plan my…read morebaby shower and although I wasn't hugely on the back end of the planning process she listened to all my ideas throughout the process and helped my dream shower come to life. I wanted it "instagram worthy" and she blew my expectations out of the water with all her little details we would have never thought of. So much so, we will be using Rose Lane for my next event which is my bridal shower.

Barbara runs a flawless, classy company. Anything you would…read moreneed, Barbara comes up with as creative ideas. I hired Barbara for my mothers 90th birthday party, 75 people in attendance. I don't live in Downers Grove so I had no recommendations of who to hire by friends. I took a chance and was so lucky to have picked Barbara. She was in constant contact with me, came when she said she would and provided everything she said she would provide. She coordinates and oversees everything. I can't wait to have my family use Barbara's elegant Touch for future events.

Barbara is the absolute best! If you're looking for someone who is both creative and genuinely…read morecaring, she's the perfect choice for event planning. Her attention to detail and personal touch make every event unforgettable!

Waste of money--don't go, kids hated and normally they are easy to please…read more When we showed up, the gentleman who said nothing to us seemed genuinely confused on why we were there, and when I tried to give him my last name, he asked for a five digit code to log us in. When there was no code given, I had to have my wife forward an email to show them to start the process. The "games" prompt you each time by asking if you want to buy sodas. We booked two 90min experiences and left after 35min.

Visited with a group of 9 on a Thursday to enjoy 90 minutes of game time! The person working did a…read moregreat job at explaining games and options our group had. We ended up dividing the 90 minutes into (3) 30 minute games so our groups could keep rotating. They have lockers to lock belongings in, rooms can host up to 6 people and have options to order simple beverages while you play. Our first game was Box Party which is their version of a Mario Party. There are a couple of mini game options as you work through the map. This by far was our group's favorite game! We chose the 30 minute game but easily could have played it for the full 90 minutes. Our second game was Floor is Lava. This one was fun but a bit harder than I was expecting it to be. There are parts where you bump into other players so I recommend playing with good friends or family. This is more of a group task game. Our third game was Angry Birds. This overall was the group's least favorite as it wasn't very physical. The game takes on the classic idea of launching birds at towers to get points. This was more individual tasks than team tasks. Overall, this was such a fun experience! They offer games for any aged guest and for any comfort level of players together. I enjoyed having the personalization of our "meeps" to play in each game too.

We came here because Naperville didnt offer any choices our daughter and I wanted to paint ... much…read moremore spacious more big screen TV's helps painters see from different angles different choices for paintings makes traveling a lot farther than a couple miles worth it

From the owner: Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun! At Pinot's Palette, you'll discover your inner artist…read morewhile sipping on your favorite beverages with friends and loved ones. Pinot's Palette is the upscale paint and sip studio where anyone can express their creative side. No art experience required! Our talented local artists will lead you step-by-step to create your own masterpiece. Whether it's a girls' night out, a romantic date, an anniversary, a bachelorette party, or a corporate event, Pinot's Palette is the ideal backdrop for any special occasion. Paint. Sip. Have Fun. Book now and make memories that last.

Kristen did an amazing job with my wedding floral design! She was the first florist I met with and…read moreright away I knew I could trust her with my wedding day. I tend to be very particular but she helped me choose a beautiful combination of flowers and showed me examples along the way (which was VERY helpful). On the wedding day, not only was she a HUGE help with setting up but I was also beyond impressed at how perfectly she matched my vision. Kristen was great at working with my budget and thought of creative ways to cut costs by incorporating "diy" vases/urns. I highly recommend Kristen France as your wedding florist!

Kristen is amazing florist! Kristen help plan for wedding with all her great ideas and keeping me…read moreat my budget. I highly recommend Kristen for your wedding florist!! Thank you

We went to a friends birthday party here recently and my daughter had a great time!…read more We aren't from the area, so we were a little confused walking in, not realizing it was inside this community center and not a free standing business. But the staff in the front/lobby area were super helpful to direct us to the right place. There is a lot for a child to explore inside and perfect for ages 3-7, I'd say. Some of the slides are VERY FAST. So be aware of that if you have really little ones climbing up. The graphics of the waterfall and lazy river is a cute touch! And the party vestibule in the same area is so handy. It's a perfect venue for a kids birthday party. I am so glad our friends invited us! There is ample parking and the bathrooms are very clean.

Such a cute and fun indoor play place. My son loved the theme, climbing and the slides! The slides…read moreare super tall and FAST. They even have a crash pad under one because the kids shoot out so fast. It was hilarious to watch! The price as of this review is $10 per child resident or non resident which I thought wasn't bad. We were here playing over 2 hours! It was the perfect way to beat the cold weather. It was very clean and the equipment was in good condition. I would gladly return!