As some of our readers may know, Peak Events was won Best Event planner this year! The readers of the Arizona Daily Sun vote in different categories on who they feel are the best in their area. Peak Events came out on top for Event Planners! Needless to say, all three of us were beyond excited! We have the newspaper insert listing us as Best Event Planners, I just need to get it framed! Now, this is the first time we’ve won Best Event Planner, might be because this was the first time we heard they even HAD a category for Best Event Planners. Well along with getting mentioned in the newspaper, we got invited to a dinner where we would pick up our award. Again, very cool! So we got all dressed up and ready to go! We show up, pick a table, which I might add we had ALL to ourselves and was in the FRONT row! We got a glass of wine, picked up some food and waited. We waited as other people were called and politely clapped. Then we looked at each other and decided that Deb should be the one to accept the award because there really was no need for all three of us to go up there. Well just when we couldn’t wait anymore, our name was FINALLY called! Mom got up, Christina and I yelled and clapped really loud. We were all so proud of ourselves. After last year, we needed this big boost! She brought it back to our table and we all took turns looking at the pretty paper that said OUR NAME! We kept it safe on a chair away from any beverages. The night continued with more presentations and then it was onto giveaways! And who doesn’t like giveaways! Well Christina won $20 to La Fonda’s, mom won a free cigar and I won the best prize EVER! ¼ page COLOR ad in the daily sun!!!!
We left that night feeling pretty proud of ourselves! Now, we just need to get that darn piece of paper FRAMED!
February 18, 2010
February 17, 2010
Findlay Volkswagen Grand Opening
Hi All,
I was going to blog about Flagstaff Blues, Brews and BBQs, however, I don’t have enough things nailed down for it to be a truly worthwhile effort – therefore I’m going to talk about our Grand Opening for Findlay Volkswagen.
On January 29th, the Findlay Family welcomed Flagstaff to a Grand Opening showcasing their wonderful Volkswagen autos. It was a fun night with Big Willie and the Polkameisters playing great German songs while people mingled around the cars and ate some wonder appetizers by Jotini’s on the Green.
Volkswagen’s colors are Blue and White and so we chose blue tablecloths on both the high tops and the tables set for people to sit and relax. Findlay Volkswagen played the perfect hosts with Robby and Sandy Findlay welcoming guests and participating in the Chicken Dance to the delight of the crowd.
To all that attended –thank you. For all that missed this fun evening stop by the showroom and test drive a Volkswagen.
Next time I should have more on Blues, Brews and BBQs.
Deb
I was going to blog about Flagstaff Blues, Brews and BBQs, however, I don’t have enough things nailed down for it to be a truly worthwhile effort – therefore I’m going to talk about our Grand Opening for Findlay Volkswagen.
On January 29th, the Findlay Family welcomed Flagstaff to a Grand Opening showcasing their wonderful Volkswagen autos. It was a fun night with Big Willie and the Polkameisters playing great German songs while people mingled around the cars and ate some wonder appetizers by Jotini’s on the Green.
Volkswagen’s colors are Blue and White and so we chose blue tablecloths on both the high tops and the tables set for people to sit and relax. Findlay Volkswagen played the perfect hosts with Robby and Sandy Findlay welcoming guests and participating in the Chicken Dance to the delight of the crowd.
To all that attended –thank you. For all that missed this fun evening stop by the showroom and test drive a Volkswagen.
Next time I should have more on Blues, Brews and BBQs.
Deb
February 8, 2010
February 2, 2010
Flagstaff Bridal Expo
Weddings and flowers and chocolate OH MY!
Jen and I had SO MUCH FUN at the Radisson Bridal Fair this weekend! It was so great to have fun and enjoy all the company and new Bride’s. What a busy expo, but what a great place for me talk, talk, talking all day!! There were so many great wedding vendors there!
Peak Events is looking forward to new weddings in new places! We were located next to Flagstaff Ranch and Melissa Dunstan Photography! Talk about LOTS of giggles! Jen and I had a few minutes to walk around and see some old and new friends! Melissa Dunstan’s booth was amazing as always; we saw many brides’ sit and relax a moment in her cozy booth. Kim with Flagstaff Ranch was busy, busy, busy, what a beautiful property! Garret Dauphers had some of our most favorite photos displayed! Jaclyn from Mormon lake Lodge had a beautiful, colorful display with yummy chocolate covered strawberries! And across from her was the amazing an talented Kirsten from About Memories and More, did you know she can do a fabulous invitation in 30 seconds!?! We made a new friend with the Photobooth, everyone took a picture! Tim from Nordic Center was there with a squirrel! Kim Duncan from KD events had the most amazing display with linens, runner and backdrops! Carrie from Carrie’s day salon had a great beauty display! We made a new friend with On Occasion from Phoenix, fantastic linens!!!
We had a great turn out with so many brides’, and man isn’t 10-10-10 a popular date! We are looking forward to meeting all of our new friends again for coffee! And we are looking forward to next year’s show with all the new ideas we have!!!
Jen and I had SO MUCH FUN at the Radisson Bridal Fair this weekend! It was so great to have fun and enjoy all the company and new Bride’s. What a busy expo, but what a great place for me talk, talk, talking all day!! There were so many great wedding vendors there!
Peak Events is looking forward to new weddings in new places! We were located next to Flagstaff Ranch and Melissa Dunstan Photography! Talk about LOTS of giggles! Jen and I had a few minutes to walk around and see some old and new friends! Melissa Dunstan’s booth was amazing as always; we saw many brides’ sit and relax a moment in her cozy booth. Kim with Flagstaff Ranch was busy, busy, busy, what a beautiful property! Garret Dauphers had some of our most favorite photos displayed! Jaclyn from Mormon lake Lodge had a beautiful, colorful display with yummy chocolate covered strawberries! And across from her was the amazing an talented Kirsten from About Memories and More, did you know she can do a fabulous invitation in 30 seconds!?! We made a new friend with the Photobooth, everyone took a picture! Tim from Nordic Center was there with a squirrel! Kim Duncan from KD events had the most amazing display with linens, runner and backdrops! Carrie from Carrie’s day salon had a great beauty display! We made a new friend with On Occasion from Phoenix, fantastic linens!!!
We had a great turn out with so many brides’, and man isn’t 10-10-10 a popular date! We are looking forward to meeting all of our new friends again for coffee! And we are looking forward to next year’s show with all the new ideas we have!!!
Christina Clark
I am Christina Clark, I have been with Peak Events for a year now! (Wow I can’t believe how time flies when you are having fun!) I was introduced to Debbi Grogan when I first moved to Flagstaff and instantly fell in love with her bubbly personality and BIG dreams! It didn’t take long for her to introduce me to her partner Jen Grogan, and the connection was INSTANTANIOUS, Jen and I quickly bonded forming a friendship and unique partnership. I was brought on as Peak Event’s Wedding Coordinator, and quickly discovered I had found the 2 perfect partners in not only wedding coordinating but event planning. I began planning weddings in Las Vegas, at the beautiful Lake Las Vegas. But Las Vegas could not hold a flame to the beauty of Flagstaff; I fell in love with the beauty that Flagstaff had to offer and the natural wonder of having a few of the Peaks form all angles.
I grew up in Southern California, spending every minute I had at the beach. I know when I was 10 years old that I wanted to throw parties for a living, (specifically tea parties at that age). I never got bored of throwing parties for my dolls, stuffed animals, friends, family and anyone who would come. And I had a least a wedding a week for my Barbie’s. I began community college while in highschool with University of Las Vegas Hospitality School in my sites. I excelled in school with my goal always in view. I finally got to UNLV and was quickly excepted into the Hotel College. I always knew my major would be meetings and special events. I loved school, but I loved the real life experiences more. It did not take me long to make the right contacts and begin working for the City of Las Vegas doing events for the mayor and city council. Which led me to a design company doing weddings and events and was immediately offered a position as the wedding coordinators assistant. Before long I had fallen in love with wedding planning and designing and was a natural at it.
As you will see in my “blogging” I am chatterbox. My husband Matt and all my friends, old and new, will be quick to tell you that I have the gift of gab. Sometimes I amaze myself at the amount I have to talk about sometimes. And although most people laugh at this, I think it is my blessing! I can make friends with anyone, anywhere, anytime. I am never bored, and know ALL KINDS of interesting people. After living in Flagstaff for a year, I find myself doing the same thing I teased Jen about all the time, I cannot walk into a place and not know at least someone! My husband still laughs at this, but secretly I think he loves it! I also crack myself up, and I truly think I am hilarious. In fact in the time that I have been writing this blog I have been giggling like a school girl.
I recently got married last year to my husband who is my best friend. When we first came to Flagstaff we knew it was the perfect place for us. We had been looking for a place to have our wedding and we didn’t have to say a word about how perfect of a place we had found. We are still enjoying the snow, even after all the shoveling! We have two wonderful dogs, Lucky and Penny (get it lucky penny??). They love the snow and are living the good life!
I am beyond thrilled to begin this stage of my life in Flagstaff and with Peak Events, and flagstaff’s wedding coordinator. I look forward to making many more blogs filled with giggles!
I grew up in Southern California, spending every minute I had at the beach. I know when I was 10 years old that I wanted to throw parties for a living, (specifically tea parties at that age). I never got bored of throwing parties for my dolls, stuffed animals, friends, family and anyone who would come. And I had a least a wedding a week for my Barbie’s. I began community college while in highschool with University of Las Vegas Hospitality School in my sites. I excelled in school with my goal always in view. I finally got to UNLV and was quickly excepted into the Hotel College. I always knew my major would be meetings and special events. I loved school, but I loved the real life experiences more. It did not take me long to make the right contacts and begin working for the City of Las Vegas doing events for the mayor and city council. Which led me to a design company doing weddings and events and was immediately offered a position as the wedding coordinators assistant. Before long I had fallen in love with wedding planning and designing and was a natural at it.
As you will see in my “blogging” I am chatterbox. My husband Matt and all my friends, old and new, will be quick to tell you that I have the gift of gab. Sometimes I amaze myself at the amount I have to talk about sometimes. And although most people laugh at this, I think it is my blessing! I can make friends with anyone, anywhere, anytime. I am never bored, and know ALL KINDS of interesting people. After living in Flagstaff for a year, I find myself doing the same thing I teased Jen about all the time, I cannot walk into a place and not know at least someone! My husband still laughs at this, but secretly I think he loves it! I also crack myself up, and I truly think I am hilarious. In fact in the time that I have been writing this blog I have been giggling like a school girl.
I recently got married last year to my husband who is my best friend. When we first came to Flagstaff we knew it was the perfect place for us. We had been looking for a place to have our wedding and we didn’t have to say a word about how perfect of a place we had found. We are still enjoying the snow, even after all the shoveling! We have two wonderful dogs, Lucky and Penny (get it lucky penny??). They love the snow and are living the good life!
I am beyond thrilled to begin this stage of my life in Flagstaff and with Peak Events, and flagstaff’s wedding coordinator. I look forward to making many more blogs filled with giggles!
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