Events Beyond
Astoria, NY 11102
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Services: Wedding Planning

 
About

Events Beyond
Courtney B.Kern
Founder & Event Coordinator
www.eventsbeyond.net
Info@eventsbeyond.net
(518)229-5683
 
Over 10 years of experience in the arts, and event planning industry, a BS in Business Management with a Specialization in Marketing from Mercy College in Manhattan. In addition to founding Events Beyond, Courtney is employed at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia. She enjoys making connections and cultivating relationships with the many talented individuals and businesses within the event community.
Courtney’s passion for beauty, rigorous training, detail-oriented eye, and extensive experience has culminated in Events Beyond. Whether you are looking for Courtney to help you get started, or you need Courtney to guide you through every detail of your special day or event, Events Beyond has the resources and passion to make your vision become a reality. Courtney would love the opportunity to make your dreams come true. To learn more about the event planning services Events Beyond can provide, or to set up a consultation, please email info@eventsbeyond.net.

Wedding Packages
 
Events Beyond offers several different packages to fit every couples needs. Keep in mind, most brides have never had to plan a large and complex event before now. Your wedding day is not a good time to take on one of the biggest days of your life. Leave your special day up to Events Beyond. We put the finishing touches on your ceremony and reception to make your wedding special and memorable.

Package 1
Services start from the time the contract is signed and the deposit has been received.
Events Beyond will be with the couple from day one until the day after the wedding day.

- Meeting(s) leading up to the wedding
- Go over all of the vendor and contact them with any last minute details
- Time line for the wedding day
- Meet and greet the vendors
- Check set up and décor
- Make sure the ceremony location is set up and decorated
- Greet the guests at the ceremony
- Check on the bridal party
- Assist the bride and or groom
- Line the bridal party up
- Make sure everything is looks beautiful at both the ceremony location/reception sit
- Gather everyone up for photo’s
- Emergency kits
- Collect vendor payments/ tips
- Break down
- Pack cameras, toasting glasses, cake knife and server, gifts, cards, flowers, shoes, guest book, centerpieces, cake,
desserts, and anything else that may have been left behind.

Package 2
Simply elegant- Month of Service (Events Beyond does not offer "Day of" Planning )
This is for a couple who have planned there whole wedding and now they just need someone to make sure the wedding goes perfect. The couple has made all of the preliminary planning. The details on the big day are what bring the whole day together. I will add the finishing touches and sparkles to your wedding.

- Meeting(s) leading up to the wedding
- Go over all of the vendor and contact them with any last minute details
- Time line for the wedding day
- Meet and greet the vendors
- Check set up and décor
- Make sure the ceremony location is set up and decorated
- Greet the guests at the ceremony
- Check on the bridal party
- Assist the bride and or groom
- Line the bridal party up
- Make sure everything is looks beautiful at both the ceremony location/reception sit
- Gather everyone up for photos
- Emergency kits
- Collect vendor payments/ tips
- Break down
- Pack cameras, toasting glasses, cake knife and server, gifts, cards, flowers, shoes, guest book, centerpieces, cake,
desserts, and anything else that may have been left behind.

Package 3
It’s never too late. Wedding services available up to one month before the event.
The Starting Stage
Is a package that is perfect for a couple who want to plan their own wedding, but just needs a point in the right direction. I will provide tons of advice, ideas, answer questions, and guide the couple through the starting phase of their planning.
This service is a flat rate of $500.00 this service includes the following:

- 2 consultations
- Email, and phone interaction
- Customized wedding plan
- Come up with budget
- Ideas for theme, style, colors, décor
- Vendor referrals
- Time line/check list
- Etiquette advice

  A La Carte
  Additional services that can be added if desired:
- Venue selection for ceremony and reception
- Floor plan
- Seating charts
- Wedding favors
- Consultation to format invitations
- Centerpieces
- Announcements
- Bridal attire
- Bridal Registry
- Honeymoon
- Guest accommodations
* All packages can be customizable to fit your needs

Events Beyond provides local & destinations planning services for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events. Preference for the five boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and Staten Island) and the tri-state area (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.)

Endorsements
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your network. We look forward to building a beautiful relationship with you in the near future! JB Yong Photographer - www.SweetDreamsStudio.com

Frequently Asked Questions for Wedding Planning
What types of weddings do you accommodate?
Civil, Destination, Double Weddings, Eco-Friendly / Green, LGBT
 
What wedding planning services do you offer?
Full Planning, Partial Planning

Additional Questions and Answers


Events Beyond
Wedding Planning FAQs

Why hire a wedding planner?
Every couple should seriously consider hiring a wedding planner. Planners have experience selecting the best vendors, balancing budgets, and coordinating the special details that make an event memorable. The task of a planner is to ensure that your day is as flawless as can be, within budget, and with minimum drama. Events Beyond is beside you ever step of the way so that you, your family and your friends are able to relax and cherish the day.

Do you offer “day-off” planning services?
No; however, we offer “month before service.” Events Beyond wants your special day to be as flawless as can be. To that end, Events Beyond needs sufficient time to get to know you and understand your needs and preferences. It also allows us time to confirm vendors, diligently examining contracts to ensure the players will be ready and accounted for come your wedding day.

Do you suggest venues and vendors?
Events Beyond can suggest as many or as few venues and vendors as you desire. We recommend working with our preferred vendors; they are preferred because over the years they have proved to be experienced and reliable. Once you sign a contract with Events Beyond, we provide a list of venues and vendors to fit your budget.

Do you offer planning services for destination weddings?
Yes! After your consultation and once you sign a contract with Events Beyond, we will prepare a proposal suited to your budget and vision. Events Beyond prepares two proposals. If you change your mind about the destination or scale of the event, we do charge for additional proposals.

Do you offer customized packages or set packages?
We offer both traditional packages and custom services. Events Beyond prefers to do customized packages to fit your needs and budget. We prefer not to be a cookie cutter service. Events Beyond will personalize every event to reflect you and your fiancé’s personality and style.

Do you require a deposit, and if so, how much?
Events Beyond collects a 50% retainer fee at the sign of contract. Payment is due in full two weeks before the wedding day.

How many staff do you bring on the day of the wedding?
Staffing depends on the size, budget, and type of wedding. Events Beyond will determine the amount of staff needed during your consultation.

Do you recommend purchasing wedding insurance?
Yes! Events Beyond strongly encourages every couple to purchase wedding insurance. Weddings are expensive and require a great deal of effort. Unfortunately, as much as you hope all will be well on your wedding day, the weather, the economy and unforeseen sickness and injury are facts of life. The nominal amount (usually a few hundred dollars) you invest in wedding insurance is well worth considering.

Do you meet with vendors?
Yes! Events Beyond can attend vendor meetings and review proposals and contracts. Tastings are an excellent way for your planner to help you determine whether the venue or vendor is suited to your budget, style, and theme. We can also help guide the best menu and cocktail choices for your wedding.

Do you plan engagement parties, showers, bachelor and bachelorette parties, rehearsal dinners, after parties, and the day-after brunches?
Yes! Events Beyond is experienced and able to plan nearly any kind of event. We specialize in coordinating the entire wedding process, from engagement to honeymoon. If you book three or more events with Events Beyond, you will receive a discount on services. If you refer a client and they book their event with Events Beyond (before your event takes place), you will receive a discount on service.

Events Beyond provides planning services for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, and corporate events. Preference for the five boroughs of New York City (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and Staten Island) and the tri-state area (New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.)

To start planning, please contact Courtney Kern at (518) 229-5683 or email info@eventsbeyond.net