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• Ester P. Sent on 01/25/2024
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  Dream come true!

  Evan did an amazing job planning our beachfront wedding. She was intimately involved in every aspect of our big day, and made the process so simple for us. Evan brought great ideas, a great network, and great organization to the event ensuring it went just as we dreamed. I highly recommend Evan!

  Evan did an amazing job planning our beachfront wedding. She was intimately involved in every aspect of our big day, and made the process so simple for us. Evan brought great ideas, a great network, and great organization to the event ensuring it went just as we dreamed. I highly recommend Evan!
• Lisa B. Sent on 01/25/2024
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  The best person to work with!

  We had the absolute pleasure of working with Evan and One for the Books as our wedding coordinator, I can't express how grateful we are for the incredible experience it was. Evan brought unparalleled joy, professionalism, and dedication to every aspect, she went above and beyond making sure every detail was thought through and taken care of. What truly stood out was her ability to handle unexpected challenges, like the rain that surprised us on our big day. Evan's presence and effortless decision making helped me remain calm and gave me the ability to enjoy my wedding even more.
  
  Her passion for her work and her clients is truly commendable. Hiring Evan for our wedding was the best decision we made!
  Evan, thank you for making our special day truly magical!

  We had the absolute pleasure of working with Evan and One for the Books as our wedding coordinator, I can't express how grateful we are for the incredible experience it was. Evan brought unparalleled joy, professionalism, and dedication to every aspect, she went above and beyond making sure every detail was thought through and taken care of. What truly stood out was her ability to handle unexpected challenges, like the rain that surprised us on our big day. Evan's presence and effortless decision making helped me remain calm and gave me the ability to enjoy my wedding even more.
  
  Her passion for her work and her clients is truly commendable. Hiring Evan for our wedding was the best decision we made!
  Evan, thank you for making our special day truly magical!
• Elena V. Sent on 07/29/2023
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  Best planner out there!

  When my husband and I first got engaged, I knew literally nothing about weddings except for the handful I had gone to. I did not know remotely where to begin to plan one. Naturally, I tried to do a bunch of googling, which only seemed to intensify all I did not know. I then contacted a handful of planners, all of whom would send me a pamphlet with packages and prices and would also tell me how busy they were. Evan was the only one who called - she actually called me the next day. She walked me through everything, asked a lot of questions about me and my husband, and told me that she would be with me every step the way - and she followed through non that promise. She went to all my venue viewings with me, assured me that everything was my decision when I was getting pressure from vendors I didn’t know, and emphasized the things that were most important to us. Evan was very transparent and straightforward when needed, taking charge when we did not know what to do. She was also very loving and kind, knowing that as much as this was an event, it was also a symbol of a new beginning. She did not make us feel like we were just one of her clients, but more like family. If you are in need of a planner and/or a friend, please do not hesitate to reach out to Evan - she is a miracle worker.

  When my husband and I first got engaged, I knew literally nothing about weddings except for the handful I had gone to. I did not know remotely where to begin to plan one. Naturally, I tried to do a bunch of googling, which only seemed to intensify all I did not know. I then contacted a handful of planners, all of whom would send me a pamphlet with packages and prices and would also tell me how busy they were. Evan was the only one who called - she actually called me the next day. She walked me through everything, asked a lot of questions about me and my husband, and told me that she would be with me every step the way - and she followed through non that promise. She went to all my venue viewings with me, assured me that everything was my decision when I was getting pressure from vendors I didn’t know, and emphasized the things that were most important to us. Evan was very transparent and straightforward when needed, taking charge when we did not know what to do. She was also very loving and kind, knowing that as much as this was an event, it was also a symbol of a new beginning. She did not make us feel like we were just one of her clients, but more like family. If you are in need of a planner and/or a friend, please do not hesitate to reach out to Evan - she is a miracle worker.
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• William F. Sent on 11/05/2023
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  Truly one for the books! The best

  Evan & her team were exceptional. We planned a distant wedding as we were out of state and Evan accommodated all of our requests AND over-delivered along the way.
  If you are fortunate enough to have her plan your wedding you will be blessed with care, attentiveness and attention to detail. Great communication and care along the way. Truly one for the books!

  Evan & her team were exceptional. We planned a distant wedding as we were out of state and Evan accommodated all of our requests AND over-delivered along the way.
  If you are fortunate enough to have her plan your wedding you will be blessed with care, attentiveness and attention to detail. Great communication and care along the way. Truly one for the books!
• Michelle M. Sent on 11/07/2023
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  Best Decision Ever - Hiring OFTB!!!

  We couldn't imagine having had our wedding day / weekend go as smoothly as it did without Evan's help! We are forever grateful to her, and so glad we took our friend's recommendation to use her for planning services. I am a type A bride who is very organized but wedding planning is a LOT to take on so my partner and I enlisted Evan's help for planning + day of coordination. She was a life saver and really made it so we could fully enjoy our special day when it came and not have to worry about a thing - she handled it all and kept everything running smoothly, coordinated with our many vendors along the way and helped create a timeline that we were able to stick to so that us and our guests had an amazing wedding experience that we will cherish forever! There are SO many other things she helped us with along the way - I couldn't even list them all out here, but she was truly someone we relied on during our planning process.
  
  Not to mention her ability to handle a very non traditional wedding with grace and compassion, we had a fusion Pakistani / Persian / American wedding with so many unique aspects to our weekend. She took the time to really understand the different customs and traditions and make sure we could incorporate the things we wanted and that were important to us!
  
  Trust us when we say you will NOT regret hiring Evan / One for the Books to help you with wedding planning and day of coordination services! A true gem and so worth it to fully enjoy your special day!

  We couldn't imagine having had our wedding day / weekend go as smoothly as it did without Evan's help! We are forever grateful to her, and so glad we took our friend's recommendation to use her for planning services. I am a type A bride who is very organized but wedding planning is a LOT to take on so my partner and I enlisted Evan's help for planning + day of coordination. She was a life saver and really made it so we could fully enjoy our special day when it came and not have to worry about a thing - she handled it all and kept everything running smoothly, coordinated with our many vendors along the way and helped create a timeline that we were able to stick to so that us and our guests had an amazing wedding experience that we will cherish forever! There are SO many other things she helped us with along the way - I couldn't even list them all out here, but she was truly someone we relied on during our planning process.
  
  Not to mention her ability to handle a very non traditional wedding with grace and compassion, we had a fusion Pakistani / Persian / American wedding with so many unique aspects to our weekend. She took the time to really understand the different customs and traditions and make sure we could incorporate the things we wanted and that were important to us!
  
  Trust us when we say you will NOT regret hiring Evan / One for the Books to help you with wedding planning and day of coordination services! A true gem and so worth it to fully enjoy your special day!

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• Richa C. Sent on 03/18/2024
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  Indian wedding Mystic Marriot/Pequot Museum

  We were slow to write this review for our wedding back in May 2023 because we struggled to find the words to describe the gratitude and pure joy we felt in getting to meet and work with Evan. Evan joined in our wedding planning 6 - 8 months prior to the date, and our only regret is that we didn't involve her from the start. She single-handedly made our wedding weekend run as smoothly as possible and kept us sane throughout the entire process. We had a large (400+ guest) Indian-American wedding spread out over 3 events and Evan and her team were truly phenomenal in helping us make our vision into reality. She had planned South Asian weddings before, and she was both knowledgeable and also incredibly humble, consistently learning from us and ensuring that she was respecting our traditions and wishes. My partner and I are Indian but also wanted some more classic American elements to our weekend, and Evan was able to truly understand the melding of our cultures that we were looking for. When she needed to listen, she listened, and then when she needed to guide us and advocate for us with vendors, she went to bat in a heartbeat. She also did a wonderful job of listening to our families and supporting them through the hectic process. Her attention to detail and her expertise are unparalleled, and she responded to all texts, emails, phone calls generally within minutes to hours and truly always within 24 hours. You don't just get the One for the Books team, you get Evan devoting herself entirely to your event. We always joked that it felt like she was planning our wedding and our wedding alone, because of the level of attention she gave us (though of course, in fact she was booked all season!). Evan will always remain a fond memory and integral part of our wedding experience. On top of her professional perfection and her going above and beyond as our planner, we must also mention that Evan is simply a kind, compassionate, and wonderful human being. We actually enjoyed meeting with her because of this, and consider her a friend for life!

  We were slow to write this review for our wedding back in May 2023 because we struggled to find the words to describe the gratitude and pure joy we felt in getting to meet and work with Evan. Evan joined in our wedding planning 6 - 8 months prior to the date, and our only regret is that we didn't involve her from the start. She single-handedly made our wedding weekend run as smoothly as possible and kept us sane throughout the entire process. We had a large (400+ guest) Indian-American wedding spread out over 3 events and Evan and her team were truly phenomenal in helping us make our vision into reality. She had planned South Asian weddings before, and she was both knowledgeable and also incredibly humble, consistently learning from us and ensuring that she was respecting our traditions and wishes. My partner and I are Indian but also wanted some more classic American elements to our weekend, and Evan was able to truly understand the melding of our cultures that we were looking for. When she needed to listen, she listened, and then when she needed to guide us and advocate for us with vendors, she went to bat in a heartbeat. She also did a wonderful job of listening to our families and supporting them through the hectic process. Her attention to detail and her expertise are unparalleled, and she responded to all texts, emails, phone calls generally within minutes to hours and truly always within 24 hours. You don't just get the One for the Books team, you get Evan devoting herself entirely to your event. We always joked that it felt like she was planning our wedding and our wedding alone, because of the level of attention she gave us (though of course, in fact she was booked all season!). Evan will always remain a fond memory and integral part of our wedding experience. On top of her professional perfection and her going above and beyond as our planner, we must also mention that Evan is simply a kind, compassionate, and wonderful human being. We actually enjoyed meeting with her because of this, and consider her a friend for life!
• Alexa L. Sent on 10/04/2023
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  Hire evan chestnutt - you will not regret it.

  I had a call with Evan early in my wedding planning process as I originally was searching for venues in the CT area - my fiance lives in NY and I am from RI. We IMMEDIATELY hit it off in our very first conversation. I ended up booking a venue in Hudson Valle yet I STILL insisted on hiring Evan and her team, although states away & despite the fact the venue provided a day of coordinator, because of the impression she made on me that initial call.
  
  I signed up for the 3-month engagement with OnefortheBooks & I can genuinely say it was worth every. single. penny. Evan truly cares. We had countless text exchanges leading up to the wedding, had a great site visit where she drove 2+ hours to see the venue/area with me, spent an hour+ on a final details Zoom call to go over everything so I could just enjoy the final week, & I can honestly say I owe the entire success of my wedding weekend single-handedly to Evan (+Lindsay). She brought the perfect combination of calm + support + execution, exactly what you want on the biggest weekend of your life.
  
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  1. I arrived the day of my rehearsal dinner later than expected and was against a time crunch. My parents & I met Evan SUPER frazzled with cars to unload, set up to do, and only an hour to do it. Evan immediately greeted us, insisted she take everything, sent me to my hair appointment, and when I returned literally everything was unboxed & setup for me.
  
  2. The morning of my wedding, Evan went to check in on the reception venue as vendors were getting things set up. She quickly realized that a backdrop that was intended to be behind our head table literally said the WRONG LAST NAME. Evan immediately reached out to the vendor & got it resolved without me ever knowing.
  
  3. During my reception, my bustle completely broke and several times Evan was there to the rescue to resew it up with fishing line.
  
  4. Evan was always looking for moments where my now husband & I could tuck away to breathe and have a moment - something we didn't truly appreciate until after the fact.
  
  5. Evan personally hand-delivered the cards from our guests to our hotel room at the end of the night with a bottle of champagne for us to enjoy post-planning days as a married couple.
  
  The entire day of my wedding Evan executed. Plain & Simple. The timeline we outlined, the chaos of so many personalities, 20+ vendors she'd literally never worked with, and everything in between. She truly cares about her brides & I miss her already!! She became such a great friend and made me feel like the most special person in the world. I wouldn't have traded Evan being there for anything.
  
  YOU NEED TO HIRE HER - TRUST ME.

  I had a call with Evan early in my wedding planning process as I originally was searching for venues in the CT area - my fiance lives in NY and I am from RI. We IMMEDIATELY hit it off in our very first conversation. I ended up booking a venue in Hudson Valle yet I STILL insisted on hiring Evan and her team, although states away & despite the fact the venue provided a day of coordinator, because of the impression she made on me that initial call.
  
  I signed up for the 3-month engagement with OnefortheBooks & I can genuinely say it was worth every. single. penny. Evan truly cares. We had countless text exchanges leading up to the wedding, had a great site visit where she drove 2+ hours to see the venue/area with me, spent an hour+ on a final details Zoom call to go over everything so I could just enjoy the final week, & I can honestly say I owe the entire success of my wedding weekend single-handedly to Evan (+Lindsay). She brought the perfect combination of calm + support + execution, exactly what you want on the biggest weekend of your life.
  
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  1. I arrived the day of my rehearsal dinner later than expected and was against a time crunch. My parents & I met Evan SUPER frazzled with cars to unload, set up to do, and only an hour to do it. Evan immediately greeted us, insisted she take everything, sent me to my hair appointment, and when I returned literally everything was unboxed & setup for me.
  
  2. The morning of my wedding, Evan went to check in on the reception venue as vendors were getting things set up. She quickly realized that a backdrop that was intended to be behind our head table literally said the WRONG LAST NAME. Evan immediately reached out to the vendor & got it resolved without me ever knowing.
  
  3. During my reception, my bustle completely broke and several times Evan was there to the rescue to resew it up with fishing line.
  
  4. Evan was always looking for moments where my now husband & I could tuck away to breathe and have a moment - something we didn't truly appreciate until after the fact.
  
  5. Evan personally hand-delivered the cards from our guests to our hotel room at the end of the night with a bottle of champagne for us to enjoy post-planning days as a married couple.
  
  The entire day of my wedding Evan executed. Plain & Simple. The timeline we outlined, the chaos of so many personalities, 20+ vendors she'd literally never worked with, and everything in between. She truly cares about her brides & I miss her already!! She became such a great friend and made me feel like the most special person in the world. I wouldn't have traded Evan being there for anything.
  
  YOU NEED TO HIRE HER - TRUST ME.
• Jackie F. Sent on 02/18/2023
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  Absolute no brainer!

  Hiring Evan was the best decision we made in the lead-up to our wedding, which took place in October 2022. From providing valuable advice, to calming us down when things seemed rocky during the planning process, to all of her crucial behind-the-scenes work on the actual day, she truly helped us pull off our dream wedding. We can’t understate how helpful it was to have someone like her advocating for us and helping everything fall into place. But the best part of our experience of working with Evan was her passion and that she was as invested in our day being as special as possible as we were.

  Hiring Evan was the best decision we made in the lead-up to our wedding, which took place in October 2022. From providing valuable advice, to calming us down when things seemed rocky during the planning process, to all of her crucial behind-the-scenes work on the actual day, she truly helped us pull off our dream wedding. We can’t understate how helpful it was to have someone like her advocating for us and helping everything fall into place. But the best part of our experience of working with Evan was her passion and that she was as invested in our day being as special as possible as we were.
• Maria C. Sent on 10/15/2022
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  A jewel to work with

  I had the pleasure of working with Evan on one of my weddings in New Haven. Even was professional, helpful and just an all around wonderful person to work with. Even though the location was not available for a rehearsal, she made a rehearsal possible for the couple. She ensured that their special day was carefree and that we all were able to provide the bride and groom the best day ever.

  I had the pleasure of working with Evan on one of my weddings in New Haven. Even was professional, helpful and just an all around wonderful person to work with. Even though the location was not available for a rehearsal, she made a rehearsal possible for the couple. She ensured that their special day was carefree and that we all were able to provide the bride and groom the best day ever.
• Amy S. Sent on 11/07/2022
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  Stop Looking for a Wedding Planner Now, Evan is the BEST!

  I can't stress enough how much we looked working with Evan and One for the Books! From our initial phone call, we felt so comfortable talking to Evan, it felt like we’ve known her for years and she understood what we were looking for out of our wedding. In the months leading up to the wedding she regularly checked in to see how the planning process was going and made suggestions and notes of things we hadn’t thought of. Evan put together the most perfect wedding day timeline and helped keep all of my vendors to it no matter how hard they resisted. We had a few issues with our vendors (things that couldn’t have been predicted), and Evan was able to problem-solve and make sure we didn’t know about the issues until after the wedding. I literally can’t imagine our wedding without Evan there she was the absolute best!

  I can't stress enough how much we looked working with Evan and One for the Books! From our initial phone call, we felt so comfortable talking to Evan, it felt like we’ve known her for years and she understood what we were looking for out of our wedding. In the months leading up to the wedding she regularly checked in to see how the planning process was going and made suggestions and notes of things we hadn’t thought of. Evan put together the most perfect wedding day timeline and helped keep all of my vendors to it no matter how hard they resisted. We had a few issues with our vendors (things that couldn’t have been predicted), and Evan was able to problem-solve and make sure we didn’t know about the issues until after the wedding. I literally can’t imagine our wedding without Evan there she was the absolute best!
• Chloe N. Sent on 10/23/2022
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  Best Organized Planner!

  Where to begin on our amazing experience with Evan?!
  She is the planner of the century!
  Evan jumped in head first after our first meeting and continued throughout the months leading to our wedding by being detail oriented, communicative, organized, thorough, and thoughtful with everything she did.
  Evan was looped in with all our vendors and immediately took charge so we didn't have to sweat any of the little details..all the behind the scenes stuff that no one wants to worry about on the day of. Evan also listened to what we wanted and what our wants/needs were and she made sure that when she was working with our vendors that she emulated our vision.
  We had multiple check ins & she was always available for a quick text or call if we had a question at anytime. She reassured us that everything was confirmed and created an extremely detailed timeline that was spot on for our day of -- helpful for me learning that i needed to add an additional H&M stylist !
  We could not have had our amazing wedding as perfect as it was without Evan. She came in and saved the day multiple times at the Wedding...moments before we walked down the aisle she sewed a button on a groomsman shirt- I mean come on!! Evan you are a gem!! Following our wedding we heard from numerous family members and guests about how much they loved Evan - they saw her helping, jumping to every task and making sure everything was constantly on point.
  
  We truly recommend One for the Books Enough-- Evan as she is a perfectionist and we can't thank her enough for making our wedding absolutely perfect !!!

  Where to begin on our amazing experience with Evan?!
  She is the planner of the century!
  Evan jumped in head first after our first meeting and continued throughout the months leading to our wedding by being detail oriented, communicative, organized, thorough, and thoughtful with everything she did.
  Evan was looped in with all our vendors and immediately took charge so we didn't have to sweat any of the little details..all the behind the scenes stuff that no one wants to worry about on the day of. Evan also listened to what we wanted and what our wants/needs were and she made sure that when she was working with our vendors that she emulated our vision.
  We had multiple check ins & she was always available for a quick text or call if we had a question at anytime. She reassured us that everything was confirmed and created an extremely detailed timeline that was spot on for our day of -- helpful for me learning that i needed to add an additional H&M stylist !
  We could not have had our amazing wedding as perfect as it was without Evan. She came in and saved the day multiple times at the Wedding...moments before we walked down the aisle she sewed a button on a groomsman shirt- I mean come on!! Evan you are a gem!! Following our wedding we heard from numerous family members and guests about how much they loved Evan - they saw her helping, jumping to every task and making sure everything was constantly on point.
  
  We truly recommend One for the Books Enough-- Evan as she is a perfectionist and we can't thank her enough for making our wedding absolutely perfect !!!
• Joelle L. Sent on 11/07/2022
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  Best Planner - Evan goes above and beyond!

  Hiring Evan was by far the best decision we made during wedding planning! She truly enabled us to actually enjoy all of the special moments that happened during our engagement and planning process and wedding day rather than stressing about logistics and back and forth with so many vendors.
  
  For our wedding we decided on a church ceremony and reception at a second location. Evan seamlessly coordinated all of the details from the hotel for our guests to stayed at, to transportation, to both venues, and evan made possible some special photo opps that we dreamed of. During the day plenty of things went wrong but Evan resolved all of them without us ever knowing there was a problem! Two days before the wedding our transportation company cancelled and Evan didn't miss a beat. Immediately she started contacting other companies and found two other options for us. We ended up booking one of them the day before the wedding and everything was seamless the day of.
  
  From setting up our decor to getting our bridal party food during the day Evan was on top of every single detail. At the end of the night she even packed up everything so that we didn't have to return to the venue the next morning. Beyond the wedding day Evan helped us to arrange our rehearsal dinner, welcome party, and farewell brunch. When we got to brunch on Sunday we saw she had taken all of the centerpieces from the wedding and set them up so they wouldn't go to waste! She truly handled every detail of the weekend so that our family, bridal party, and us could all just enjoy and take in the weekend.
  
  Evan also worked to fully understand our vision and taste. She recommended great vendors that she knew could help us achieve our vision. She even put together presentations to show the vendors with our inspiration to ensure everyone was working towards the same goal. When I first saw how everything came together at the reception I immediately began tearing up. It was like my vision and pinterest boards had come to life!
  
  If you truly want to plan your dream wedding and then actually be able to enjoy it hiring Evan is the best decision you could make!

  Hiring Evan was by far the best decision we made during wedding planning! She truly enabled us to actually enjoy all of the special moments that happened during our engagement and planning process and wedding day rather than stressing about logistics and back and forth with so many vendors.
  
  For our wedding we decided on a church ceremony and reception at a second location. Evan seamlessly coordinated all of the details from the hotel for our guests to stayed at, to transportation, to both venues, and evan made possible some special photo opps that we dreamed of. During the day plenty of things went wrong but Evan resolved all of them without us ever knowing there was a problem! Two days before the wedding our transportation company cancelled and Evan didn't miss a beat. Immediately she started contacting other companies and found two other options for us. We ended up booking one of them the day before the wedding and everything was seamless the day of.
  
  From setting up our decor to getting our bridal party food during the day Evan was on top of every single detail. At the end of the night she even packed up everything so that we didn't have to return to the venue the next morning. Beyond the wedding day Evan helped us to arrange our rehearsal dinner, welcome party, and farewell brunch. When we got to brunch on Sunday we saw she had taken all of the centerpieces from the wedding and set them up so they wouldn't go to waste! She truly handled every detail of the weekend so that our family, bridal party, and us could all just enjoy and take in the weekend.
  
  Evan also worked to fully understand our vision and taste. She recommended great vendors that she knew could help us achieve our vision. She even put together presentations to show the vendors with our inspiration to ensure everyone was working towards the same goal. When I first saw how everything came together at the reception I immediately began tearing up. It was like my vision and pinterest boards had come to life!
  
  If you truly want to plan your dream wedding and then actually be able to enjoy it hiring Evan is the best decision you could make!

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• Yogen P. Sent on 06/29/2022
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  Very professional and excellent event planning services

  As the Hindu Wedding Priest I had the opportunity to work with Evan Chestnutt ("One for the Books Events") in officiating a wedding recently. While my interaction with her was from an Officiant's perspective, she came across as very professional and courteous. She was very detail oriented in her execution, she knew and anticipated every need in advance and addressed it in a very timely manner. I was very happy that she took care of all my needs before and during the wedding. I noticed that she was providing the similar level of service to the entire event. I would highly recommend having Evan Chestnutt on your team.
  
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  As the Hindu Wedding Priest I had the opportunity to work with Evan Chestnutt ("One for the Books Events") in officiating a wedding recently. While my interaction with her was from an Officiant's perspective, she came across as very professional and courteous. She was very detail oriented in her execution, she knew and anticipated every need in advance and addressed it in a very timely manner. I was very happy that she took care of all my needs before and during the wedding. I noticed that she was providing the similar level of service to the entire event. I would highly recommend having Evan Chestnutt on your team.
  
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• Colleen V. Sent on 05/29/2022
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  Best planner in the industry!

  Where to even begin. Hiring One for the Books to plan our special day was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding. We honestly cannot recommend Evan & her team more to couples looking for someone to plan their wedding.
  
  Our wedding was not an easy one to plan. Our wedding was intercultural (American & Indian), and Evan was so respectful and created an event where the cultures were woven beautifully together. My husband and I were living out of the country for 99% of the wedding planning process. However, we felt that our wedding was always in such good hands, and whenever Evan needed to make a decision on our behalf, we knew it was the right one. One for the Books sourced the BEST team of vendors for our special day, while at the same time being very mindful of our budget. Evan always came up with amazingly creative and cost-effective solutions for us. We also faced some significant hurdles along the way. First, due to Covid, we had to postpone our Sept 2021 date to May 2022. It was a big disappointment for us, but Evan swiftly jumped in and took care of all the arrangements. Then, three weeks before the wedding, due to my husband’s international travel (visa) issues, it looked like we would have to postpone for a second time. Luckily it was all resolved, but throughout those last few very stressful weeks, Evan guided us along with such grace and empathy. She kept us grounded and always reminded us that at the end of the day, the most important part of the wedding was our relationship with each other.
  
  Her attention to detail is incredible, and her enthusiasm for wedding planning is infectious. Evan took all the stress out of the wedding process and made it a fun experience. She was always extremely responsive and got back to us with any details and questions as soon as possible. We always looked forward to our planning calls with her. No matter what stress we were facing, we always felt better after talking with Evan. One for the Books was there the entire process to celebrate the small wins and help us overcome any obstacle standing in the way of our big day.
  
  Evan guided us through every decision and helped create a day that not only perfectly fit our vision but who we are as a couple. The day-of execution by the One for the Books team was absolutely flawless. After the wedding, both of our families specifically remarked that it was one of the best events they had been a part of. We are so grateful for the experience we had with Evan and her team at One for the Books, and could not have been happier with them.

  Where to even begin. Hiring One for the Books to plan our special day was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding. We honestly cannot recommend Evan & her team more to couples looking for someone to plan their wedding.
  
  Our wedding was not an easy one to plan. Our wedding was intercultural (American & Indian), and Evan was so respectful and created an event where the cultures were woven beautifully together. My husband and I were living out of the country for 99% of the wedding planning process. However, we felt that our wedding was always in such good hands, and whenever Evan needed to make a decision on our behalf, we knew it was the right one. One for the Books sourced the BEST team of vendors for our special day, while at the same time being very mindful of our budget. Evan always came up with amazingly creative and cost-effective solutions for us. We also faced some significant hurdles along the way. First, due to Covid, we had to postpone our Sept 2021 date to May 2022. It was a big disappointment for us, but Evan swiftly jumped in and took care of all the arrangements. Then, three weeks before the wedding, due to my husband’s international travel (visa) issues, it looked like we would have to postpone for a second time. Luckily it was all resolved, but throughout those last few very stressful weeks, Evan guided us along with such grace and empathy. She kept us grounded and always reminded us that at the end of the day, the most important part of the wedding was our relationship with each other.
  
  Her attention to detail is incredible, and her enthusiasm for wedding planning is infectious. Evan took all the stress out of the wedding process and made it a fun experience. She was always extremely responsive and got back to us with any details and questions as soon as possible. We always looked forward to our planning calls with her. No matter what stress we were facing, we always felt better after talking with Evan. One for the Books was there the entire process to celebrate the small wins and help us overcome any obstacle standing in the way of our big day.
  
  Evan guided us through every decision and helped create a day that not only perfectly fit our vision but who we are as a couple. The day-of execution by the One for the Books team was absolutely flawless. After the wedding, both of our families specifically remarked that it was one of the best events they had been a part of. We are so grateful for the experience we had with Evan and her team at One for the Books, and could not have been happier with them.

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  Thank you Colleen & Ankit! You two hold such a special place in my heart. I truly appreciate your kind words and more importantly, your trust!! What an amazing day it was.
• Frank Sent on 06/07/2022
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  The best!!

  Evan is the absolute best. She was the wedding planner for a long time friend of mine‘s wedding. Evan had sent me a beautifully detailed itinerary weeks before the wedding and asked me if I needed anything to please let her know. I spoke to Evan a couple times before my friends big day and she was so on track with everything and so well organized!
  
  During the wedding she was all over the place making sure everybody was where they were supposed to be and making sure everything was going smoothly! She has a great personality, runs a great business and I cannot recommend her enough!

  Evan is the absolute best. She was the wedding planner for a long time friend of mine‘s wedding. Evan had sent me a beautifully detailed itinerary weeks before the wedding and asked me if I needed anything to please let her know. I spoke to Evan a couple times before my friends big day and she was so on track with everything and so well organized!
  
  During the wedding she was all over the place making sure everybody was where they were supposed to be and making sure everything was going smoothly! She has a great personality, runs a great business and I cannot recommend her enough!

  One for the Books Events's reply:

  Frank, you are a rockstar!! It was so awesome working alongside you for this special day. Can’t wait to work together again soon.
• Jennifer C. Sent on 05/19/2022
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  Exceptional

  As a photographer it is always great to work with a wedding planner who is efficient, sticks to a timeline, and keeps the ball rolling when plans change at the last minute. Evan hit all of these marks and more! We had to change locations for some our formal portraits because the original spot was too crowded and she instructed everyone to the new location seamlessly. She was so kind and easy to work with it honestly felt like we were already friends. There were so many beautiful details about this wedding and I know Evan put in a lot of hard work to make the day truly perfect. If you are looking for a wedding planner do not hesitate to contact One for the Books Events!

  As a photographer it is always great to work with a wedding planner who is efficient, sticks to a timeline, and keeps the ball rolling when plans change at the last minute. Evan hit all of these marks and more! We had to change locations for some our formal portraits because the original spot was too crowded and she instructed everyone to the new location seamlessly. She was so kind and easy to work with it honestly felt like we were already friends. There were so many beautiful details about this wedding and I know Evan put in a lot of hard work to make the day truly perfect. If you are looking for a wedding planner do not hesitate to contact One for the Books Events!
• Brewport B. Sent on 09/30/2020
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  An Event Planner & More

  We don't even know where to begin - working with OnefortheBooks was an absolute breeze and an undeniable pleasure. If you're looking for an event planner that is exceptionally organized, detail oriented, and overall incredible to work with - look no further. Evan made everything so easy and streamlined. The event went off without a single hitch. Thank you, Evan!

  We don't even know where to begin - working with OnefortheBooks was an absolute breeze and an undeniable pleasure. If you're looking for an event planner that is exceptionally organized, detail oriented, and overall incredible to work with - look no further. Evan made everything so easy and streamlined. The event went off without a single hitch. Thank you, Evan!
• Sean M. Sent on 09/29/2020
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  Great folks

  I had the pleasure of working with EVAN and her team last weekend. It was an absolute Pleasure working with these ladies. Very thorough Easy to work with. As an entertainer it was very refreshing to work with this team. I look forward to doing it again soon!!! Thanks Evan and MOM!!

  I had the pleasure of working with EVAN and her team last weekend. It was an absolute Pleasure working with these ladies. Very thorough Easy to work with. As an entertainer it was very refreshing to work with this team. I look forward to doing it again soon!!! Thanks Evan and MOM!!
• Caralee Sent on 03/25/2022
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  Wedding of a Lifetime!!

  Planning a wedding is not easy. But when you hire One for the Books, your wedding will really be one for the books!! Evan not only made all the communication for the venders easy but fun at the same time. She made sure that my wedding day was perfect and everything leading up to it. Evan took my vision of what I wanted and made it happen. Without her my dream wedding would have never happened!

  Planning a wedding is not easy. But when you hire One for the Books, your wedding will really be one for the books!! Evan not only made all the communication for the venders easy but fun at the same time. She made sure that my wedding day was perfect and everything leading up to it. Evan took my vision of what I wanted and made it happen. Without her my dream wedding would have never happened!

  One for the Books Events's reply:

  Caralee, YOU are a dream!! You deserved that very special, unforgettable day!! It was an honor to be a part of it.
• Dj Cj Sent on 11/22/2021
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  DJ for Wedding

  I had the pleasure of working with Evan as the DJ for a wedding in Greenwich she was coordinating. She was great! Organized, responsive, positive, and upbeat. Everything you could ask for when working with a planner. I definitely recommend One for the Books to any couple looking to hire someone for their big day! Looking forward to working together again in the future!

  I had the pleasure of working with Evan as the DJ for a wedding in Greenwich she was coordinating. She was great! Organized, responsive, positive, and upbeat. Everything you could ask for when working with a planner. I definitely recommend One for the Books to any couple looking to hire someone for their big day! Looking forward to working together again in the future!

  One for the Books Events's reply:

  DJ CJ! You are the BEST! Thank you for your kind words - hope to work with you again soon! Keep rockin'.
• Emily D. Sent on 01/20/2022
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  Incredible!!!!!

  Evan was an absolute joy to work with for my wedding in September! She was the best addition to an already magical day. Evan is organized, efficient and johnny on the spot. To any brides out there planning a wedding during a pandemic it can be very stressful but Evan took every ounce of stress away. Don't miss out on an amazing planner!! Thank you for all you do Evan!!

  Evan was an absolute joy to work with for my wedding in September! She was the best addition to an already magical day. Evan is organized, efficient and johnny on the spot. To any brides out there planning a wedding during a pandemic it can be very stressful but Evan took every ounce of stress away. Don't miss out on an amazing planner!! Thank you for all you do Evan!!

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  One for the Books Events's reply:

  Emily, you & Tom brought all the magic that day!!! What an honor to be a part of it. Thank you for your trust & friendship!
• Mary D. Sent on 11/05/2021
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  One for the Books is One for the Ages!!

  I am so delighted to provide a review for One for the Books Events! From the moment we connected with Evan, we knew we were in good hands. We engaged One for the Books for Wedding Coordination for our daughters wedding in September and were absolutely amazed at the extent of Evan's knowledge and expertise on all things wedding. The wedding was held at an historic site that required us to hire many outside vendors including catering, tents, portable restrooms, music, flowers, photographers,etc. Although we did much of the initial vetting, Evan was a great resource throughout the process with referrals, contract hints and tips, and negotiating strategies. It was so comforting throughout the process to hear from all of the vendors how much they admired Evan and enjoyed working with One for the Books Events! As the wedding date approached, One for the Books kicked into high gear and took the reins from us; confirming all deliverables for each vendor and coordinating day of time line and activities. This allowed us to enjoy the ramp up to the wedding and focus on our family! We had complete confidence in the team we had put together with One for the Books! The wedding was exactly what we had hoped; an elegant celebration of love in a gorgeous historic garden setting with a rustic barn for a rockin' dance party! It took lots planning and attention to detail for us to choose the right partners and I credit Evan and One for the Books Events for helping us to strike the perfect balance. Like every event, we had a hiccup or two but neither the Bride or me(Mother of Bride) had to fret about anything. One for the Books was on the scene and handled everything with grace and complete professionalism. I believe that in all of our planning for this grand celebration, the single best decision we made was choosing One for the Books to be our Wedding Coordinators! From the bottom of our hearts, thanks for your expertise, positive energy and attention to every last detail!!

  I am so delighted to provide a review for One for the Books Events! From the moment we connected with Evan, we knew we were in good hands. We engaged One for the Books for Wedding Coordination for our daughters wedding in September and were absolutely amazed at the extent of Evan's knowledge and expertise on all things wedding. The wedding was held at an historic site that required us to hire many outside vendors including catering, tents, portable restrooms, music, flowers, photographers,etc. Although we did much of the initial vetting, Evan was a great resource throughout the process with referrals, contract hints and tips, and negotiating strategies. It was so comforting throughout the process to hear from all of the vendors how much they admired Evan and enjoyed working with One for the Books Events! As the wedding date approached, One for the Books kicked into high gear and took the reins from us; confirming all deliverables for each vendor and coordinating day of time line and activities. This allowed us to enjoy the ramp up to the wedding and focus on our family! We had complete confidence in the team we had put together with One for the Books! The wedding was exactly what we had hoped; an elegant celebration of love in a gorgeous historic garden setting with a rustic barn for a rockin' dance party! It took lots planning and attention to detail for us to choose the right partners and I credit Evan and One for the Books Events for helping us to strike the perfect balance. Like every event, we had a hiccup or two but neither the Bride or me(Mother of Bride) had to fret about anything. One for the Books was on the scene and handled everything with grace and complete professionalism. I believe that in all of our planning for this grand celebration, the single best decision we made was choosing One for the Books to be our Wedding Coordinators! From the bottom of our hearts, thanks for your expertise, positive energy and attention to every last detail!!
• Butch G. Sent on 09/23/2021
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  I was the DJ at an event that Evan coordinated.

  Evan is fantastic! One of the best vendors that I have ever worked with. She cares for her clients and the people working with her. It was an exceptional event because of her hard work.

  Evan is fantastic! One of the best vendors that I have ever worked with. She cares for her clients and the people working with her. It was an exceptional event because of her hard work.

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• Pentimento Sent on 08/20/2021
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  Organized, Kind, Savvy, Lovely to work with!

  Evan is absolutely lovely to work with! She's organized, prompt to respond, savvy (filled with great ideas and tips), kind to vendors, flexible with change and passionate about weddings and events! I absolutely recommend her services to any and all. The investment is well worth it!

  Evan is absolutely lovely to work with! She's organized, prompt to respond, savvy (filled with great ideas and tips), kind to vendors, flexible with change and passionate about weddings and events! I absolutely recommend her services to any and all. The investment is well worth it!
• Catie G. Sent on 08/24/2021
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  Working with Evan is a dream!

  Evan came to the Wadsworth Mansion to bring Ishita and Chris's wedding to life on August 7, 2021, and she exceeded our expectations. She was so organized, thoughtful, and wonderful to work with. We were impressed with her work ethic and willingness to be with the couple every step of the way -- from the beginning of their day to the very end as we were closing up. If you're looking for someone who will be part of every moment, absolutely choose Evan from One for the Books Events!

  Evan came to the Wadsworth Mansion to bring Ishita and Chris's wedding to life on August 7, 2021, and she exceeded our expectations. She was so organized, thoughtful, and wonderful to work with. We were impressed with her work ethic and willingness to be with the couple every step of the way -- from the beginning of their day to the very end as we were closing up. If you're looking for someone who will be part of every moment, absolutely choose Evan from One for the Books Events!

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