We had Reverend Wendy marry us in Brookings. She did such a personalized beautiful ceremony and…read moreeven took amazing photos from our phone and hers!! All the special touches were so amazing!! Can't say enough what a great job she did and what a wonderful person she is!!

Charlene married my cousins at Asilomar beach last weekend!…read more Charlene Murphy is extremely professional, graceful and has a charming personality. She helped my cousins to form their own wedding ceremony and vows that fit their rock star personalities. She has a great deal of experience, advice and location scouting that made their special day unique. Everything flowed seamlessly! I highly recommend Charlene to help make your big day both special and worry free. Check out the pictures on her website of the wedding!

Alegria was great to work with while planning our wedding ceremony! She is very organized and…read moreprofessional, but is also fun to talk to! We don't live in the area, so our meetings were all via video chat, which worked out really well. She made sure that the ceremony was exactly what we were hoping for! She also arranged our photography, our dinner after the ceremony, and my hair and makeup. Thank you, Alegria, for making the day so magical!

My partner and I are SO HAPPY that we decided to hire Gala Events for our day of coordination…read more Alegria was such a blessing in our experience. I am getting teary even as I write this, thinking of her support. We are a queer couple who's wedding was postponed 2 years in a row due to the pandemic and a medical emergency in the family. We also had to change venues and caterer during all of the challenges. The path to our wedding day was not simple or easy, but Alegria's support and expertise made it all manageable. She was immediately responsive and loving about our concerns related to potential homophobia we might experience through our process. We never once felt othered or treated differently as a queer couple, something we are sensitive to. My spouse is non-binary and uses they/them pronouns, and Alegria was immediately honoring and respectful. All of this makes a big difference when you've experienced prior homophobia in the place where you grew up. And when medical emergencies and the pandemic kept throwing up big barriers, Alegria was the calm in the storm. She joined us in grounded decision making, was thoughtful and informed, and really demonstrated so much care during the hard parts. When we had challenges with our past vendors that we ended up not working with, she had such helpful advice. And on our actual wedding day, which was so beautiful and perfect, Alegria joined us in our vision of a big community celebration. She and her staff were so so kind and thoughtful, so supportive. They made us feel special while reducing decision fatigue and stress. She worked with our vendors beautifully, and the day of we were able to truly relax and be present. We could not have asked for better. Thank you, Gala Events!! xo Erin + Ames

Avigail was our wedding planner, day-of coordinator, and florist for our perfect July 2025 wedding…read more We enjoyed every aspect of working with Avigail: her resources to the greater event planning community, recommendations of vendors and potential locations, general experience in wedding planning, and her eye for floral and event design. She and husband Noel worked together on our wedding setup and day-of coordination. Between the two of them and the service team they brought, every aspect of the day was covered and super easeful for me and my husband. Noel was especially helpful for set up and A/V, which was a big relief for us because we did not hire a DJ or MC. The entire team, from set-up and service to breakdown, was incredibly professional and made the day feel seamless. Avigail's florals were jaw-droppingly beautiful and to this day we get compliments from our friends and family. We were looking for a mix of tropical meets romantic for our bouquets and table arrangements. She hit the nail on the head for absolutely every arrangement (see photos). A day-of coordinator is the most important vendor you could look for, and we couldn't recommend Avigail more! As far as florals go, there is NO better option locally than Avigail. She has the experience, resources, and natural talent to meet any and all budgets, visions, and expectations. You truly made our wedding the best day of our lives! We cannot thank you more.

Avigail is absolutely incredible! Our wedding wouldn't have been the same without her!…read more From the moment we started planning, she listened so carefully to my vision and brought it to life in a way that completely exceeded my expectations. Every single flower was stunning--I am still in awe. Her attention to detail was impeccable. From the color palette to the placement of every arrangement, she understood exactly what I wanted. She jumped on calls with me every single week to make sure we were always on the same page. That level of dedication and communication made the entire process feel so much more manageable. On the day of the wedding, I didn't have to worry about a thing. Everything ran so smoothly, it was clear how much thought and care she put into every element of the day. If you're looking for someone who has the talent to make your dream wedding a reality--hire her. We're still getting compliments from our guests about how beautiful our wedding was. Thank you Avigail for making our day so beautiful and unforgettable!

Paul is wonderful . We felt so comfortable with him from the moment we started working with him…read more Both of our 1st marriage, so we were a bit lost and he put at ease immediately. He was also so professional as my dog, Sunny barked the whole time. Thank you, Paul! Mark and I are so happy we found you.

Our elopement in the Redwoods would not have been the same if not for Paul. Communication and…read moreplanning was effortless leading up to our ceremony and Paul made many great suggestions which helped shape our day. He hiked with us through puddles in the pouring rain and smiled the whole time. He truly helped us create a moment we'll remember for the rest of our lives. Thank you Paul!!

Hired Genie as the officiant for our beautiful wedding surrounded by the redwoods a couple months…read moreago and she was absolutely the perfect person to do it. Her attitude is bubbly and positive and she was an excellent addition to our vacation/wedding. You can tell she has a passion for this and does it because she truly believes in love. Thank you so much Genie.

Genie did an AMAZING job on our perfect day! 07/14/2021 She is a gifted officiant. She turned a few…read moreshort emails, and phone calls with our brief answers to her questionnaire into a beautiful ceremony that perfectly captured and expressed our love. She found a way to say everything we wanted to say without adding anything that didn't feel real. We received so many compliments from our guests on the beauty of our ceremony, the way it expressed our love and relationship, and how perfectly it suited us. From even color coding with us to match our attire. Just beautiful. Her passion and talent shows through in the ceremonies she crafts and leads. She is a wonderful officiant and we highly recommend her! Thank you again Genie for such a magical day!

Courteous, professional, knowledgeable, on-time, efficient…read more Will be my first call for notary next time, too. Recommended.

Stunning woman, a lioness this Kathleen of Kats Deed Preparation, is very professional and so fun…read moreto talk to and do business with. I def. suggest you hire her for whatever services she can provide. I had some docs I needed to file correctly bc self prep. is NOT advised imo, ever! She is a PRO so do not do this work yourself or you will pay ( maybe double ) a lot more in the end! You get what you pay for, with Katheen you get it done right the first time! She is a great person, great American and business, a mfing top tier service 3 thumbs up!

We contacted Terri though her business' Facebook page and she was quickly able to contact and book…read moreus for our chosen wedding date. Terri also gave us the option to have our own unique wedding vows written for especially for us.

From the owner: Terri L. Richards - Wedding Officiant is a highly experienced and professional wedding officiant…read morebased in Medford, OR, specializing in creating personalized and meaningful ceremonies for couples. With a focus on attention to detail and a warm, personable approach, Terri ensures that each ceremony reflects the unique love story of the couple, making their special day truly unforgettable. Whether it is a sign and go, intimate elopement or a grand celebration, Terri's expertise and dedication to creating beautiful ceremonies make her a trusted choice for couples looking for a memorable and heartfelt wedding experience.

I truly don't know where to begin. Rachael and her team are the absolute best. She goes above and…read morebeyond to make sure your day is everything you want it to be. They executed my vision completely and did it better than I could have ever imagined. They anticipate everything that could go wrong and make sure it's solved before you ever find out. I promise this is an absolute must when planning a wedding. You will never regret a planner/coordinator but Rachael and her team are top tier.

We were married June of 2022 and hired Ryan to perform our ceremony. He did a great job! He and…read moreRachel went above and beyond to help with things that weren't even their responsibility. They truly cared about us and we could tell that they just wanted our big day to be a success. We can't recommend them highly enough!! The absolute best! Coal and Heidi Shingleton

Jess is very passionate about everything she does and is full of compassion. It's obvious how much…read moreshe cares about each individual she works with and how much she wants to help them. I had a session with her and I still can't believe how big of an impact she made on me. I would highly recommend her services to anyone. She's great!

We met Jessie at a local wedding expo, and my now-husband and I felt an immediate connection with…read moreher. After a discussion about the services she offered, we did a lap around the expo to discuss our thoughts and both agreed Jessie felt like the right fit for our wedding. We immediately returned and booked her for our desired date, which was the first reservation we made for our wedding (even before the venue!). I am so glad we did! Jessie has been amazing to work with. She is so kind and communicative. She wrote us a beautiful ceremony that really fit us and our wants. She gave great options for things that we could include in the ceremony if we wanted and even created a special hand blessing for us based on a different tradition we had mentioned we thought was cool. I loved that she kept some of the ceremony script a surprise until the ceremony itself as it made it feel even more special and impactful to me. We invited Jessie to stay for the remainder of our wedding, and she fit right in with our family and friends. She added a lot of positive energy and love to a magical day. Our guests all loved her and made many positive comments about her ceremony and her as a person. In addition to officiating, we also asked Jessie to lead a morning yoga class on the morning of the wedding. Again, we are so happy we did! I enjoy yoga but don't do it as frequently as I should, and I was on the fence about attending because I was starting to get stressed about wedding logistics. I decided to go, and it was exactly what I needed. Her class was appropriate for all levels, so I didn't feel pressured to do something that was too difficult. Those who are more advanced had options to do things at their level too. After I felt so calm and ready to take on anything that came my way, which significantly helped with my ability to be in the moment for the wedding and let go of control of all the logistics (something I struggle with). All our family in attendance loved the class, including my Mother In Law that is a yoga teacher herself. If you are considering taking her class or having her lead one at your event, do it! We also have been working with Jessie on resilient relationship coaching. It has been very helpful so far in deepening our understanding of each other, supporting each others personal growth, and improving the communication issues we have struggled with over the years. It can be very hard for me to be vulnerable in front of others, but Jessie creates a loving and accepting space that makes it possible to be open and honest in our sessions. Since we are not in the area, we have been able to do the sessions via Zoom, which has been very convenient. Our experience with Jessie has been very positive and we would both highly recommend her to anyone looking for officiating, coaching, or yoga. In fact, I have already recommended her coaching to a family member.