What a beautiful botanical garden! If you like flowers, rare and exotic plants, and a bit of…read morehistory of the area, this is your place. Upon checking into the Kingston area for places to visit, this one popped up in my search, another hidden secret, none of my Washington native coworkers seemed to know. Well, being the plant nerd I am, it was quickly placed first on my list of adventures in the Kingston area. Beautiful entrance, not easily seen if you're flying by. Lots of hidden treasures throughout, plants and additional ornaments ( like the old dump truck or piano) some of the gardens, especially around the old homestead are well developed, but there are quite a few newer additions and more being developed. Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable, Norma Jean was great! Not only with the history and plants of the gardens, but other places to check out in the area as well. The Port Gamble S' Klallam tribe purchases the gardens in 2012 and with the assistance of one of the originators, Dan Hinkley, it has been restored, rejuvenated, and additional gardens are growing. It's worth multiple visits during the year as the many rare plants go through blooming seasons and the colors of new growth and flowers change. They also cultivate a nursery of quite a few of the rare and unusual plants, definitely there will be some purchasing in future visits. This garden is easily walkable and not large, well worth the ten dollar ticket. Enjoyable for anyone who loves nature and being outdoors. It alone was worth the ferry ride over to Kingston. Enjoying the beautiful weather and flowers. Happy Yelping!

I got married at Heronswood! This was some while ago, before same-sex marriaged became legal…read morenationally, Washington state being ahead of the curve. On the first day it was legal, we and a half-dozen other couples were hosted by the S'kallam tribe, who went all out for us, and covered all the costs. What a gift to the local LGBT community! Burpee bought out the original nursery many years ago, and it went downhill for a while, but since it was sold to the S'Kallam tribe, they've restored it to its former glory, and even hired the original founder (well-famed Dan Hinkley) to help maintain, restore, and manage it with a group of volunteers. Dan once again travels in search of unusual plants ideal for temperate gardens. This is worth visiting just for its park value, and definitely worth a special trip even from far off, though always make sure of the hours before setting out; they keep limited public hours (generally Fridays 10 am to 3 pm, but sometimes other days and longer hours depending on events and special sales and such). The plant collection is unique; the park areas and buildings can be rented for weddings and private events; and the nursery arranges all sorts of seasonal public events worth attending. Take their tour, it's incredibly informative in addition to simply beautiful.

My wife and I got married here yesterday and let me tell you, THIS PLACE IS WORTH THE MONEY! They…read morewere so open to working with us on everything. It's a very well maintained venue and that was very obvious to us and all of our guests. Everyone kept raving about how beautiful it was, along with me and my wife. We were so happy with how the day went and can't wait for our wedding photos to be done so we can see how gorgeous everything turned out from behind the camera lens! Thank you Port Gamble Weddings & Events for making the most important day of our lives so perfect.

We were married at this spot 12 years ago and things have certainly changed. The layout of the…read moreproperty is different, and some things feel more cramped, less spacious and open. There is also more gravel rather than lawn, which limits the usable space of the "backyard". The water views are still lovely and the bushes, flowers, shrubbery nice and well-maintained. Years ago, we were unable to use our own caterers without a lot of negotiation, additional costs and proof of insurance, not to mention covering the costs of the caterers transportation (which we offered to do). The staff over a decade ago felt impersonal and stand-offish, unfriendly and not wishing to be bothered by confirming reservations, nor addressing any questions we had in regards to our wedding day and the property. I hope things have gotten better, and that the people one works with now are more communicative, friendly and happy/willing to help.

I can not say enough about these two!! Ink&Ivory made all my…read morewedding day dreams come true. They were with me through the planning process to keep me on track with timelines and open to bounce ideas off of, which was such a help! The day before the big day they lead the rehearsal and put all my anxiety at ease! On my wedding day when I walked through the property I was amazed at how beautiful it looked and their attention to detail. They truly brought my vision to life! I truly could not have pulled it off with out them! Forever grateful for such an amazing day! Thank you for making it possible :D

We were so thrilled to find a duo of wedding coordinators on the Penninsula to work our Bainbridge…read morewedding at a family home. Not only did they work with us for 2ish years due to our pandemic reschedule without raising their rate, but they made it super easy to continually update details as things changed, were very responsive to vendor recommendation requests, and were overall lovely to work with. Thanks to them the day of went pretty smooth (despite some vendors being late) and they made sure that as the bride I was not put in the middle of problems. I heard nothing but positive things from family members, the bridal party and guests about them as well. Thanks so much Carissa and Kelsey!

Working with Bixby + Pine for our wedding was one of the BEST decisions we made. From the very…read morebeginning, their team brought creativity, calm confidence, and genuine excitement for our vision. They didn't just plan details--they curated an experience that reflected us perfectly. Their communication was clear and reassuring every step of the way, and their ability to take our ideas and elevate them beyond what we could have imagined was incredible. On the wedding day, we were able to be fully present, knowing they were behind the scenes making everything seamless, gorgeous, and stress-free. Every little detail--from the aesthetic styling to the timeline flow--felt intentional, personal, and beautifully executed. Our guests are still talking about how stunning and meaningful everything felt! If you're looking for a team who is wildly talented, deeply caring, and brings all the magic (with a healthy dose of fun and professionalism), Bixby + Pine is the dream team. We are so grateful for them and would choose them again in a heartbeat.

If you're looking for a team that's fun, creative, organized, and truly invested, look no further!…read moreAs a bride, I know how stressful it can be to find the right wedding planning team, but I can say without a doubt that I couldn't have had my dream day without this amazing group. From the start, they gave me so much helpful info and guided me through every step of the process. They really take the time to understand exactly what you're envisioning for your big day -- from the vibe to the design -- and then they bring it all to life perfectly. Plus, their strong relationships with other vendors make everything run smoothly. I can't recommend them enough! If you want a team that will make your dream day happen, these are the people you want by your side!

My husband and I just had our wedding last week and wanted to give a huge shout out to Meghan! We…read morebooked her for day of coordination services after having a zoom meeting to get to know each other a bit and found her to be a great fit for us. We had 1 zoom meeting to discuss what we wanted and she provided a spreadsheet to help us with planning and creating our schedule. We then also had an in person meeting 1 month before the wedding to discuss the plan for the big day. Meghan had great input while being considerate of our needs. She is extremely punctual and organized and made sure to keep us on track throughout both our rehearsal and the day of. On the wedding day she asked me maybe a total of 3 questions about decor adjustments and otherwise I just sat back and let her take the wheel. She did an amazing job helping set up decor, keeping the wedding party organized, communicating with vendors, and keeping everyone on schedule. She was present throughout the night whenever we needed her and made sure to direct us where we needed to go and when. I didn't have to think about the itinerary at all and was able to just sit back and enjoy the day with my husband, family, and friends. At the end of the night we headed out and she helped pack everything up along with some of our family so we could just go enjoy our wedding night without any worries. Overall, I would 100% recommend Meghan for anyone looking for someone organized, a good problem solver, and also a kind/down to earth personality. Thank you so much for making our wedding day one to remember ! Amanda & Kavier Lo

Meghan helped us plan our wedding starting just 6 months in advance. She was very responsive with…read morecommunication right from the start, and gave us the option to have meetings in person or over zoom. Sometimes we did in person, and other times virtual! The wedding day went super smooth and everything was so well organized that we were able to start the ceremony a few minutes early. Meghan helped the whole day and night move forward smoothly and it would have been so much harder without her. She started cleaning up elements of the ceremony ahead of time so that by the time the night was coming to a close clean up was fast for our family and friends. We highly recommend her, thank you s much Meghan!! :o)

We had a great experience working with Holly for our couple Kristen & Nathan's wedding! They kept…read moreus updated throughout the day, so we were able to focus on capturing all of the beautiful moments. She was organized, helpful, and made sure everything ran smoothly, which made our job stress-free and ensured the couple enjoyed their big day. We'd be happy to work together again and recommend Holly Rohrbacher Events to any couple looking for a great Coordination company!!

Holly did a fantastic job from beginning to end! I hired Holly for partial wedding planning and not…read moreonly did she start helping me lock down vendors from day one, she beat out the competition in her price by a mile, heck 20 miles! She charged me almost half what other vendors were charging. Our wedding was on Bainbridge Island and Holly was extremely familiar with all the vendors in the area and all of the vendors that have worked with our venue in the past. She was always ready for recommendations and emailed me consistently throughout the process so we were continuously moving forward with planning. She was such a positive presence to have at our wedding and I especially loved that she told everyone in our bridal party to go to her with questions and allow us to have our special day in peace. I cannot thank Holly enough for how beautifully she set up all the decorations I purchased. I was worried that things would be placed incorrectly or that something would be missing, but Holly captured my vision perfectly and did not miss a beat! I would not hesitate to recommend Holly for wedding planning services!

Emily is an exceptional person to bring into your wedding planning. She is professional,…read morethoughtful, detailed and truly advocates to create the best day possible. She works well with a variety of personalities and really allows the bride and groom to enjoy themselves. I'd highly recommend her services!

We were lucky to collaborate with Emily as our wedding planner, and we would have been lost without…read moreher. Emily was deeply involved from very start (scoping out potential venues) to the very end (making sure we had pizza at the after party). Our wedding was a complicated three-day event that took place in Oregon, and Emily made the process fun and unforgettable. Emily helped us to creatively execute our vision, solve problems and find solutions when we needed alternatives, was patient with us when we changed our minds, went the extra mile to make things happen, coordinated the on-the-ground activities during the wedding weekend, and did this all with so much care. Among many things, Emily is an expert at making people feel heard, resolving tension, and advocating for the couple with sincerity. If you want to work with someone who plans a wedding with love and heart, you won't regret choosing Emily as your wedding planner!

The Market Fresh Banquets & Catering service at The Point Casino and Hotel is super amazing, and…read morewhat my staff and colleagues use for our retreats at least once a year. Very easy to book and contract with. Never a problem. Very attentive staff from the Sales Manager, Ms. Shelby Nelson, to the hospitality folks who set up, greet my team, put all the food and beverages out, and tear down. Absolutely top notch! One of my favorite things in life to do is eat. I'm the person who generally works to get the contract solidified between my organization and the catering service. Therefore, I get to choose from an awesome array of things to eat for our visit. We have breakfast and lunch catered for our retreats, and usually choose to eat dinner in the Bistro. Check out my Yelp review of the Bistro! We are always provided very tasty and fresh food. As I write this review, in the moment, I'm reminiscing about the pesto quarter chicken, dinner rolls, salad bar and nacho bar we had for lunch during one of our retreats there! Oh, and they have absolutely accommodated every allergy and dietary need that has been requested by me. I love the service, the food, the conference room, the hotel, and everything related. My entire staff do as well. Yes, I am a betting person so let me say....I bet you will love everything about them too! And, if for some odd reason you don't, just let them know...they will do all they can to satisfy you and make your experience not only a good one, but a trusted one as well.

The ease if booking the cater job is great. The performance by the cater staff is lacking. They…read morecame to the event on April 1st ill prepared, no silverware and no punch like the contract stated. They needed help setting up and maintaining the lines by a member of the family during a memorial service. There is no excuse for cold coconut fried shrimp, which was greasy or the cold chicken satey with an 1/8 in of peanut sauce, it was actually unappetizing. The butternut tartlets crumbled and did not have the bacon or chives on them. The crustini was tough; the bruschetta almost broke my tooth. The food was prepared several days prior to the event and was just awful due to the number of complaints we had. The fact the the commodore of the Yacht club mentioned how bad the food was, embarrassed my grieving mother and a former member of the Yacht club. I have contacted the caterer several times to get the run around or is it the out of sight out of mind.

Megan Bird - HOLY BUCKETS! I am going to have so much more…read moreto post after our upcoming April wedding. But in the meantime there are things that have to be stated about this amazing women. From the beginning Megan has been one of the most reassuring and comforting things about wedding planning. If not the only thing at times. Megan paid for herself at our very first meeting with our location and catering vendor. She saw something in the signed contract that entailed us to a better food package. Not just better food selections but more of it. When the vendor said it was a typo and they would fix it she said 'nope this is the contract that you had them sign. Typo or not you need to stick to this, they are entitled to this food at this price.' At that point in wedding planning i was so beyond exhausted i absolutely would have just rolled over and let the vendor adjust the signed contract. She stuck to her guns and we got the benefit of it. Woo Hoo We have the Week of Package, which really means that she takes over several weeks out. Following up with our vendors and asking me questions about details I never would have considered. Megan as been available for all of the silly questions and concerns that we have had and is prompt in her email response. She is able to offer suggestions on everything, babysitters in the area, vendors, when to do things, how to include family wishes along side our own, how to get Dicks Cheese Burgers to your wedding reception and everything in between. Megan is so friendly and easy to work with, she is prompt and organized. You just want to be her friend. I can not imagine getting through this wedding process without her, and its not even over yet. Wedding Planning Advice Number One - Get yourself a planner Number Two - Get Megan Keller MORE GOOD THINGS TO COME So, the wedding has happened. It was all smooth and amazing. Megan made everything work. As I was standing in my dress with my flowers about to walk down the isle I turned to my mom and said 'how would we have done this without Megan?' She said 'We wouldn't!' She was so right! Megan did so many things that made all the difference that I didn't know about. She was the first one there and the last one out. She loaded gifts and flowers and all kinds of things into car at the end of the evening. I can't not imagine that this day would have worked without her and we are so glad that we had her along for the ride!

Let's get straight to the gushing: Megan is spectacular!! Super organized, thoughtful, a creative…read morevisionary, and steady support (not to mention super fun and hilarious)! I started my quest to plan my own wedding in early 2010 and realized that, being an anxiety-prone control freak, I should probably seek some assistance. I found Megan Keller & A Kurant Event while link surfing through a wedding website. I immediately checked her out on Yelp, loved the reviews, and promptly set up a meeting. Loved this woman right away! She was so friendly, listened to me carefully, took notes, and proceeded to explain how she could help me, what my options were, and the prices. I loved it! Get straight to the point, and let's do this thing! Needless to say, I hired Megan and she worked with me step-by-step to put together a wedding and reception that exceeded my husband's and my dreams. All the while, keeping us on schedule and on track. The day of, especially, was so stress free - she took care of everything and I was able to fully enjoy the best day of my life. I highly recommend hiring Megan for your wedding planning needs, especially for the day-of, if not the whole shebang - she's totally worth it!