Love notes from our happy couples!
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Brynn & Ryan / June 2015
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"I am so happy that we found Brenda! She reached out right after contacting her and she was so reliable from the first conversation until the very end of our wedding. She went above and beyond and responded to my many emails promptly and always with helpful answers. I had a lot of DIY decorations and she displayed them all beautifully. She was friendly, reliable, full of ideas and has a passion for the wedding industry. She also donated a part of her fee to a good cause of my choosing which is extremely giving and thoughtful. My Mom also really liked her and was so thankful I found her!
Thanks Brenda!" - June, 2015
Thanks Brenda!" - June, 2015
Brynne & Ryan
Rooftop Wedding / June 2015
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Brenda Cali with Gatherings for Good helped me create our perfect wedding. We hired Gatherings for Good at the beginning of our 9 month engagement and throughout the engagement process she kept us on track and made the engagement care free! We trusted Brenda and Gatherings for Good for our most important day and it truly was perfect! I would highly recommend Gatherings for Good - the price point was reasonable and most importantly Brenda was kind and super fun to work with! We are now fortunate to say that our wedding planner has become one of our friends! Thank you for all you did for us and we know other brides will be lucky when they can call you their wedding planner! - June, 2015
Angela & Shaun
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Brenda was wonderful in overseeing my wedding reception. I also appreciated her officiant suggestion for my vows. It really made all the difference! At the reception, Brenda kept us right on task for the event flow: opening with the MC, food being served, timing for champagne toast, cake cutting, and other logistical items.
She was fantastic in setting up the venue and responsible for event "break down", making sure I had all the items I needed to take with me after the event. She was personable with my family members and friends. - August, 2015
She was fantastic in setting up the venue and responsible for event "break down", making sure I had all the items I needed to take with me after the event. She was personable with my family members and friends. - August, 2015
Shannon & Ross
Rose Garden Wedding / August 2015
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Brenda is just so amazing and a delight to work with from beginning to end. Not only was she professional, timely, super competent, and responsible, but she was also very warm, creative and charming. It felt like we were planning an exciting fun event together. Brenda seemed to understand intuitively the kinds of things that we were interested in and collaborated with her own suggestions and ideas. It really took so much stress out of planning the our special day to have her right on our side. Now, I wouldn't think of organizing a big party or event without consulting with Brenda at GATHERINGS FOR GOOD!!!! Brenda we can't thank you enough for being so amazing!!!!! - October, 2015
Marissa & Danny
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Words could not describe how amazed I was with Brenda and how everything turned out on my wedding day. I hired Brenda for the day of and Wow...I was very pleased. Brenda is an amazing professional women/coordinator, always on top of things. I didn't realize there were so many little details that needed to be covered, but yet Brenda was there to assist me in that. Her attention to detail is by far amazing. I had a lot of personal items and items that I didn't know where to put, but yet she made them look great. Brenda was always available when I needed to ask a question. Her response times on emails are very quick and as a bride, man was that a great thing. Or when I met with vendors and ask her last minute to join me, she was there. I didn't worry about anything on my wedding day as she kept the evening flowing. It went as smooth as can be. At the end of the evening we were able to leave with all of our items gathered and organized into all the boxes they came in. I was truly blessed with finding her and having her as my wedding coordinator. On top of all her work she does, she donates to charity, which is beyond amazing, as she deserves every penny that is paid to her. I can't thank Brenda enough for the work she did. As she did by far more then what she was hired to do. - February, 2016
Ana & Miguel
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Brenda is the consummate professional. Her organizational skills are incomparable. Her attention to detail, ability to stay calm and execute to the tee is unmatched. Most importantly is her empathy and ability to provide the bride and couple support. Top top notch service. - February, 2016
Brittany & Eddie
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Gatherings for Good truly helped to make our wedding seamless and unforgettable! I started working with Brenda over 6 months before our July wedding, and she was excellent about proactively checking in to make sure we were on track. She was always willing to talk through process and vendors with us, which was so helpful as we were planning our wedding remotely. Her vendor recommendations also saved us significant time, and gave us a lot of peace of mind since we knew she had worked with them.
We had a large backyard wedding on a private ranch, which presented a lot of logistics to figure out and a whole lot of day-of coordination. Brenda and her team were absolute CHAMPS in figuring out process, directing other staff, and making the wedding even more beautiful than I ever imagined in my dreams. They came in 3 hours before things started and totally transformed the reception area into the most beautiful space - it really wowed me. They kept the whole night on track and on time as well.
We would highly recommend Brenda and her team to anyone planning a wedding. If they can handle all of the curveballs we presented, they can handle anything! And make it look easy! - July, 2016
We had a large backyard wedding on a private ranch, which presented a lot of logistics to figure out and a whole lot of day-of coordination. Brenda and her team were absolute CHAMPS in figuring out process, directing other staff, and making the wedding even more beautiful than I ever imagined in my dreams. They came in 3 hours before things started and totally transformed the reception area into the most beautiful space - it really wowed me. They kept the whole night on track and on time as well.
We would highly recommend Brenda and her team to anyone planning a wedding. If they can handle all of the curveballs we presented, they can handle anything! And make it look easy! - July, 2016
Monica & Crister
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Being active duty military air force stationed overseas (japan) and a single parent and then my fiancée (at the time) is a full time nursing student in California, planning for a wedding is very challenging. We knew we needed a lot of help especially the day of the wedding. We found Brenda from Gatherings for Good and the reviews really sounded promising. first, the website provided very detailed description of what services you're paying for. After talking to her on the phone describing to her our challenges, I didn't expect she'll take the job. She kept us on track and was very quick on replying to our e-mails. When we finally met her (just 2 weeks before the wedding), we went over at the venue and talked about the timeline of the wedding.
Brenda is very detail-oriented which is an asset for this once in a lifetime event. She was also there on our rehearsal. On the wedding day, while the bridal party was getting ready, Brenda picked up all our décor. When I came to the church, I saw everything and it was everything that I envisioned as far as the arrangement of the décor I gave her. It was the same at the reception. She was there with another staff, Karina, and they kept us on schedule on everything. They stayed there until the end to let us know that all our stuff has been packed up and delivered to our hotel room.
We didn't have to do anything. We were able to spend our valuable time having fun with our loved ones.
I definitely absolutely recommend this vendor. Also, same sex friendly.
Top of the line service. - August, 2016
Brenda is very detail-oriented which is an asset for this once in a lifetime event. She was also there on our rehearsal. On the wedding day, while the bridal party was getting ready, Brenda picked up all our décor. When I came to the church, I saw everything and it was everything that I envisioned as far as the arrangement of the décor I gave her. It was the same at the reception. She was there with another staff, Karina, and they kept us on schedule on everything. They stayed there until the end to let us know that all our stuff has been packed up and delivered to our hotel room.
We didn't have to do anything. We were able to spend our valuable time having fun with our loved ones.
I definitely absolutely recommend this vendor. Also, same sex friendly.
Top of the line service. - August, 2016
Maria & Jabrielle
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It was really easy to work with Brenda and her team and it definitely made our wedding day run so much smoother. We couldn't have been more pleased with how everything turned out. - September, 2016
Katherine & Matthew
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I had a lot of DIY elements and Brenda and her Assistant were very helpful about placing things where they were supposed to go. She was very responsive, flexible and willing to help and give suggestions. Everything stayed on schedule and she was on top of everything. I would recommend Gatherings for Good for your wedding in Santa Barbara. - October, 2016
Melanie & Tetlo
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I cannot say enough about how amazing Brenda was from very first time I called her all the way up to the wedding. She is very helpful, has tons of suggestions, she is SUPER organized, attentive to details and gets back to you right away. She is also very good at problem solving; we ran into a few issues (not on her part) that were very stressful but she was there all the way and we were able to solve the problem really quick. I also really loved the fact that you are able to choose a package at a very affordable price and get a lot of help which I noticed other companies charge an arm and a leg for the help she gives. If you are lost, like me when it comes to planning an event, she is your gal.
The day of my wedding was perfect. My husband I did not stress one bit because Brenda and her amazing team took care of everything. All we had to worry about was mingle and enjoy our day. We literally did not stress that day.
I highly recommend Brenda (Gatherings for Good) for any event. She is hands down the best. - September, 2018
The day of my wedding was perfect. My husband I did not stress one bit because Brenda and her amazing team took care of everything. All we had to worry about was mingle and enjoy our day. We literally did not stress that day.
I highly recommend Brenda (Gatherings for Good) for any event. She is hands down the best. - September, 2018
Gisselle & Danny
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Brenda and her team went above and beyond in providing Last Stage Planning & Wedding Day Coordination for my wedding.
In addition to being readily available for consultation, Brenda recommended vendors and went out of her way to advise and answer all my questions. I planned my wedding cross country, sight unseen, Brenda provided exceptional assistance in advising on the local Santa Barbara area (such as hotels, restaurants, dry cleaner, bridal shower venues, dinner/ brunch locations, etc.).
Also applauds to her associate, Karina, who has the perfect upbeat personality fit to keep things running during my 'braindead- mind going a mile a minute- all over the place' bride moments. My husband also appreciated her large tequila shot pours.
Definitely an asset to making our wedding so amazing and easy transition given our lack of familiarity with Santa Barbara. - November, 2018
In addition to being readily available for consultation, Brenda recommended vendors and went out of her way to advise and answer all my questions. I planned my wedding cross country, sight unseen, Brenda provided exceptional assistance in advising on the local Santa Barbara area (such as hotels, restaurants, dry cleaner, bridal shower venues, dinner/ brunch locations, etc.).
Also applauds to her associate, Karina, who has the perfect upbeat personality fit to keep things running during my 'braindead- mind going a mile a minute- all over the place' bride moments. My husband also appreciated her large tequila shot pours.
Definitely an asset to making our wedding so amazing and easy transition given our lack of familiarity with Santa Barbara. - November, 2018
Lisa & Jeff
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Mother of Bride
I am so happy and grateful that Brenda and her team were available for my daughters wedding. I can’t stress enough how they made the night a dream come true and by allowing our immediate family a stress free event, we all had such a great time! It was the best decision I’ve made in a long time! - April, 2019
I am so happy and grateful that Brenda and her team were available for my daughters wedding. I can’t stress enough how they made the night a dream come true and by allowing our immediate family a stress free event, we all had such a great time! It was the best decision I’ve made in a long time! - April, 2019
Danielle & Andrew
Andrew & Danielle / Company
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- I had a small wedding of only 50-60 guests with a limited so I didn’t originally think I needed a coordinator. This is the best money I spent on the wedding because even though I selected all the vendors and negotiated the contracts myself, Brenda followed up with everyone to make sure everything arrived and was executed the way they where supposed to the day of the wedding. All of the details that I would have not realized to do myself, she took care of.
With a smaller guest list I didnt want to assign a guest the duty of helping clean up or get us down the aisle or make sure that the cake was cut or champagne was poured at the right time. Brenda made all of that happen so everyone, myself included had a care-free, fun-filled night.
I also had a few last minute decor items I received that I didn’t know how I wanted to use them and she found the right place for everything. Everything came together beautifully with the beach theme!
Her organization, responsiveness, check lists and run of show details she provided a month leading up to the wedding where great so I had no surprises during our rehearsal ceremony or the day of my wedding. So glad I choose Brenda and her helpful and sweet assistant Karina for the the best day of my life! - May, 2019
With a smaller guest list I didnt want to assign a guest the duty of helping clean up or get us down the aisle or make sure that the cake was cut or champagne was poured at the right time. Brenda made all of that happen so everyone, myself included had a care-free, fun-filled night.
I also had a few last minute decor items I received that I didn’t know how I wanted to use them and she found the right place for everything. Everything came together beautifully with the beach theme!
Her organization, responsiveness, check lists and run of show details she provided a month leading up to the wedding where great so I had no surprises during our rehearsal ceremony or the day of my wedding. So glad I choose Brenda and her helpful and sweet assistant Karina for the the best day of my life! - May, 2019
Shannon & Cameron
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I can't say enough good things about Brenda! She helped make my wedding day run SO smoothly and was readily available to provide consultation and support in the months leading up to it. Brenda is very organized, has great attention to detail, and is so helpful in working with your vendors to make sure everyone is on the same page for the big day. Our wedding day was amazing and stress free thanks to Brenda. I highly recommend her to others looking for a wedding coordinator, she's the best! - June, 2019
Allison & Cris
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Parents of the Bride
Brenda was an exceptional wedding planner! The service she provided was above and beyond our expectations. She is organized, detail oriented and professional. She helped us to secure vendors and assisted with obtaining contracts. Brenda is experienced in planning weddings and gave us some valuable tips. Her communication was clear and timely. She also ensured that we stayed within our budget. On the wedding day, she and her assistant made sure everything went off without a hitch. She helped us stick to our timeline and was kind as well as professional in coordinating the wedding party as well as guests. Her dedication and passion were evident in helping to plan and make our wedding unique. We would love to work with Brenda again in the future.
- October, 2019
Brenda was an exceptional wedding planner! The service she provided was above and beyond our expectations. She is organized, detail oriented and professional. She helped us to secure vendors and assisted with obtaining contracts. Brenda is experienced in planning weddings and gave us some valuable tips. Her communication was clear and timely. She also ensured that we stayed within our budget. On the wedding day, she and her assistant made sure everything went off without a hitch. She helped us stick to our timeline and was kind as well as professional in coordinating the wedding party as well as guests. Her dedication and passion were evident in helping to plan and make our wedding unique. We would love to work with Brenda again in the future.
- October, 2019
Angie & Chris
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