Matt at Elemental Events PDX was the best decision I made for my wedding. With event planning…read moreexperience myself, I was hesitant to hire a wedding planner, but after feeling overwhelmed, a friend and colleague recommended Matt, and I knew he was a necessity after our first meeting. Matt completely took the pressure off, helped me feel confident about my decisions, confirmed all details with every vendor, distracted "overexcited" guests from disturbing me on the big day, and was a much-needed comic relief. He was incredibly responsive, professional and my husband and I both agreed his support was worth every penny. I would highly recommend Matt and Elemental Events PDX for your event!

From the owner: Matt and Don, owners of Elemental Events PDX, each have over 30 years of food & beverage, event…read moremanagement & production, advertising, marketing and design experience in the hospitality and entertainment industry. Cumulatively, we've been an integral part of well over 1000 events including galas, fundraisers, weddings, seminars, conferences and trade shows of virtually every style, theme, variety and size. By partnering with us you'll be tapping into this wealth of event planning and management experience.

I can't put into words how grateful I am that Katie Wilgus was our wedding planner for our wedding…read morelast month. After our first coffee meeting, I knew she is IT. She is super dialed into the wedding industry and was able to easily rattle off recommendations for vendors that matched our style, wants and needs. I also found her to be very thoughtful, strategic, smart, and extremely calm, not to mention super experienced. And the proof is in the pudding -- if you look at photos of her events, they are so incredibly beautiful, put-together and stylish. We were originally supposed to be married in May 2020, and having to put off our marriage several times due to the pandemic was a huge disappointment. But Katie stuck by us through two rounds of rescheduling and helped us through it ALL. She understands events and the industry so well that even though the pandemic was uncharted territory for all of us, her knowledge and gut instincts saved us many times. She was always quick to answer emails and phone calls, and there was never a loose end on her watch -- she is so organized and focused. And we could always count on her to be super honest and transparent with her advice; if spending money on something added a lot of value or made a lot of sense, she would tell us, but she would also let us know where we could easily save money. I was happy with every one of her recommendations -- vendors, decor, paper goods, everything! I will also never forget the many examples of kindness and empathy that Katie showed us, including literally HOLDING a plate of cheese and fruit for me to eat from between photos on my wedding day! Her compassion and positive energy are honestly humbling. When we were planning our event with all these masking and safety restrictions, I was worried that after all this work and all these postponements, the resulting event was going to feel like a compromise. But our day was honestly perfect and stunningly beautiful, and a lot of the credit for that goes to Katie. I am forever grateful and would heartily recommend her to anyone planning an event.

I knew I wanted a day-of-coordinator from the beginning and Katie at Gather Event Planning was…read morerecommended to us by our photographer and thank god for that! The moment we met with Katie we knew she would be perfect for us. At the time of our meeting with Gather Event my anxiety was high. I felt like I had nothing under control and wasn't sure how I was going to handle everything, but by the end of the meeting I felt much calmer and confident that Katie would make our day run perfectly. Through the entire process she was cool, calm, and collected. Her team made sure every detail was covered, thought about, and managed. They helped create our wedding timeline and made sure all vendors were aware of timing and facilitated those relationships from start to finish. I didn't have to think about much during the last couple of weeks before the wedding and what a gift that was; to be relaxed and confident before the big day! I am so thankful we decided to have Gather Event Planning be a part of our day. I received so many compliments on how smooth everything ran, and how perfectly calm the wedding atmosphere seemed. That was all thanks to Katie and her team. I couldn't have asked for a better day. Do yourself a favor, and hire a day-of-coordinator and make sure it's Gather Event Planning!

What a find it is!! Intrigued by their menu I had to try them. The punch of granita, the creaminess…read moreof hummus and the crunch of a perfect bread in a tartine is delectable. The selection isn't huge and they keep rotating their menu with a mix of new and old favorites. We ordered everything from their menu as most of the dishes were vegetarian: A flavorful chicken biryani (the chef special and non-veg item), refreshing watermelon salad perfect for soaring heat wave Temperatures, mandatory try sweet and creamy hummus with their home made artisan bread, a very modern three way leeks and oyster mushroom tartine, fusion Matar paneer with laccha parantha and a beautiful roasted pineapple mint and lime granita which was perfect to finish the meal on the hot day like today. Today's chef special was chicken biryani which I couldn't eat but my friend got to try. It was served with mint chutney, and fresh radish, cucumber and onion salad. She said, it had a perfect blend of spices which didn't overpower the flavor of chicken, or rice or saffron and the salad added a perfect crunch and freshness to the dish. The tartine was my husbands favorite which had leeks three ways and umami from oyster mushroom on a perfectly baked artisan bread. Definitely unique. The hummus was my favorite and they were generous to ask if we want another box to go as we rave about it. The sweetness from onion, the sour from the spices and creamy hummus was perfect over the baked to perfection artisan bread. The matar paneer could have been better but it was their take on the household fav dish of northern India. The pickled salad lighten the buttery parantha and complemented the dish well. The granita was poetic. They are inventing and exploring flavors at the same time presenting us in a humble setting. The speak food and you don't want to let go it without trying. They are only open on Friday's between 4:00 pm-9:00 pm. They do take catering orders as well. I would suggest, try for yourself and you wouldn't be disappointed. They mentioned their Instagram handle is most updated always: @theskinnychefpdx

We hired her for a party and it was superb! Delicious and creative menu, plus she was really…read moreorganized, friendly, and cleaned up so nicely! Will hire her again in the future!

Used Peter Corvallis several years ago (Aug 2012) for a rehearsal dinner luau for 70 guest in our…read morebackyard. They were very easy to work with, very organized and their workers were very courteous and polite. Went so well that I am planning to see if they will be able to do my other son's rehearsal dinner in August 2021. My son and his fiancé want to do the same thing for their rehearsal.

Would've loved to potentially rent from them as they have decent prices. Unfortunately when my…read morefiancé called to ask if they had tents available for a weekend, Courtney laughed at him instead of politely telling us they didn't. This place really needs better customer service, responding like that to potential customers is a real bummer

I bought a living social deal a few months back for Jennifer Wells Design. My husband and I used…read moreour vouchers yesterday. What a cute place! I got to make a plate, sun catcher, pendant and ring. We're waiting for them to be fired. Jennifer is EXTREMELY nice and what a great way to de-stress and have some fun. Can't wait to try her open studio night. $6.00 to get in with cosmo's following freely. You just pay per piece that you make. She also does parties!

This place! Are you looking for a fun thing to do for a girls night, but tired of the typical bar…read moreor spa scene? This place is perfect - Becca has the greatest environment for getting your creative juices flowing - chocolate, wine and great music! I came here with a group of gals looking for a fun time that wasn't your usual "Girls Night Out" - exactly what we received! Her studio is a great space where you can create anything you like - earrings, jewelry, belt buckles, coasters, trivets, display pieces, and anything you can think of! Becca has an incredible assortment of glass, colors, frit, and the possibilities are endless. Becca is a great instructor that encourages everyone to just go with the flow - she can help generate ideas, but is also in great support of letting you do your thing. Let her know what you need and she will have 5 ideas for you! She has lots of examples and visuals on the wall that help you get some ideas. Jennifer Wells Design is a hidden gem - the decorating pottery thing is so cliche, this is not! Once you complete your item(s), she will fire it in her kilns on site and have it ready for your pick up. The piece I made turned out awesome and I can't wait to get back there to make something else!

Paint nights are great, but one can only do with so many canvases…read more. I found Cork and Craft through a meetup, and loved the experience! It's a great way to get crafty and de-stress, with a glass of wine if you so choose :) Marina (founder and teacher) does a great job of breaking down the activity. Also, I've been a fan of the locations - it's been a great way to explore new venues or restaurants I haven't been to. Check out the website or see if a meetup has any deals or codes you can use when purchasing a ticket to an activity. I will definitely mention this to my work, as this would be a great offsite activity!

From the owner: Join us on a weeknight for a great escape from the norm. We host craft and wine events at various…read morewine bars and pubs all around Portland and beyond. All of our projects are listed on the website so choose a craft you'd like to make, reserve your seat and meet us at the venue for an evening to remember. Socializing is central to our events, so many awesome crafters come solo and leave with a whole new crew of friends. We invite you to indulge in a glass or two of your favorite libation while we move through a step by step project with display worthy results! We go beyond painting with huge variety in projects. Think of us for birthdays, corporate events, bridal events and beyond.

There is a reason why Modern Event Solutions and DJ Zimmie have raving 5 star reviews. He truly is…read morethe best DJ and MC in the biz. I'm a wedding photographer and have worked with Zimmie and witnessed how he packs a dance floor, so when it came time to plan my own wedding it was no question who I wanted to have as our DJ. We had a non traditional wedding ceremony precessional with several toddlers (chaos) and unusual music choices and he made it happen for us without a hitch. And when it came time for dancing, Zimmie got everyone on the floor immediately, pretty much as soon as formal dances were over everyone flooded in to dance and didn't stop til the last song. It was exactly what we wanted. I've always known the importance of having a professional DJ your wedding but Zimmie really goes above and beyond. If you want someone who is great at communicating, listens to what you want, and isn't one of those traditional cheesy wedding DJs, then contact him first. You won't regret it.

From the owner: Modern Event Solutions is THE premier wedding and private event company servicing the greater…read morePortland, OR region, the Pacific NorthWest and traveling to other areas of the United States. We can provide custom-tailored DJ services, sound and lighting for your event!

Right from the start my experience with this camp was poor. I am new to Portland and was very…read moresketched out dropping my child in Kelley Point Park/ bum camp/ meth den. I had driven all the way and decided I would be leaving him with staff who would care for him. I take note of the Do Not Swim in Water signs. We arrived early as there was no traffic on the Monday before the 4th. I chatted briefly with the girl with a clipboard. Then I stood there while she checked in a returning camper. I had to inquire if I could check in my son. Her response " well we don't start till 9am". Yes, I realize Im early but do I stand here, while you stand here till then. Sigh. When my wife picks up my boy she is informed that my son lagged behind the group with a friend, the group turned and they went straight. So, they lost him! In this park I was already none too keen on. The wife also is informed he spent the day in the water and being buried in the sand. She immediately came home and googled the reason why there is no swimming. Luckily it was not a Hep A outbreak just that 2 people drowned! My son hops in the shower and when he gets out we are able to see his face is scorched. My wife was told they tried to shade him with sticks as he was buried in the sand. Hmmm couldn't borrow sunscreen or have the camp stock it? We expect a lot of responsibility from my son and work hard on independence. We discussed his role in getting lost but at best it is only half his fault, he is 8years old. Final complaint, my son did not even complete the bone activity because he said "you don't even have to do the activities". If you want your child to participate in this type of invaluable education chose Trackers PDX. My son went and gained confidence and knowledge. I was very pleased with their program. I was so disappointed with Rewild my son did not return. My wife couldn't sleep due to her concerns of what could go wrong the rest of the week. Next summer, only Trackers.

The Ivy Basket Class was absolutely superb! I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in…read morebasket weaving, wild-crafting, or just wanting to learn a new skill. Peter is an excellent instructor and a wealth of knowledge on all things ecology. The best part of the class was all of the other wonderful people that it attracted. I can't think of a better way to spend a day. Be careful though... after doing one of these classes, you're going to want to do more! The class was just yesterday (3/9/13) and I've already signed up for another by Rewild on Animal Tracking.