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I am extremely detail oriented,and therefore will ALWAYS go the extra mile to make sure that I exceed your expectations. Just doing a great job is not enough, I try to always give a little more than anyone would expect and it makes me feel good to make people happy. Most people are hiring me to relieve them of something so that they can either enjoy a party, event or just relax and know that everything is being handled. So for me, I LOVE to watch the person I'm working for, as they eventually start to unwind and begin enjoying themselves. It's awesome to know that something you did helped bring joy into someone's life, even if it's just for a moment.

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Hired 142 times

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1 employee

17 years in business

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Sun11:00 am - 4:00 amMon11:00 am - 4:00 am

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Beverage types

Beer

Liquor / mixed drinks

Wine

Non-alcoholic beverages

Event type

Birthday party

Event vibe

Upbeat / lively

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Excellent 4.9

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Aruna M.

Jan 3, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Michael worked off me mainly as a bartender for a small party I had. He did a great job and everyone at my party was happy with all the drinks he made. He was very knowledgeable and brought all his own bar tools. He was a reasonable price and overall I was very happy with his service.

Details: Adult birthday party • 25 guests or fewer • Partial planning (help in select areas) • Setup • Cleanup • Day-of coordination • Less than one month • My home, venue, etc.

Event Planning

Nicole D.

Oct 6, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: 50 guests or fewer • I'm flexible

Wedding Coordination

Suzanne R.

Jun 29, 2025

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Details: Baby shower • Bouquets • Peonies • Roses • Baby's breath • Ranunculus • Daisies • 25 guests or fewer • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Event Florist

Mandarin T.

Aug 14, 2024

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Details: 26 - 50 guests • Birthday party • Formal / elegant • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars not allowed • Setup / cleanup

Bartending

Cristina Z.

Jun 11, 2015

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I originally had hired Michael as the bartender for my upcoming birthday party. I called him to discuss logistics, and was very pleasantly surprised to find out that his skills, expertise, and creative energy stretched beyond bartending and into all areas of party planning. He met me at the space chosen for my party, and together we created a thematic vision and layout of the space. He was able to balance grand ideas with my moderate budget and found creative alternatives that kept me within budget. The days preceding the party, he prepped the space, staged, and set-up decorations, so that I could enjoy myself instead of worrying about party planning. He also kindly jumped in to help me pick up last minute supplies without hesitation. The night of the party he helped orchestrate the flow, all the while making sure I always had a delicious cocktail in hand. The following day after the party, he cleaned up and helped remove the furniture, decorations, et al. All in all, it was a joy to work with him. He kept me excited and relaxed, and executed a fabulous party.

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Michael Catalano

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Typically is just a straight hourly rate
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Depending on the client, we may choose to communicate strictly via text/email or speak over the phone. We discuss the event details, confirm times, # guests, and how I can best help to relieve them of any stress in preparation for the event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
-Certified mixologist -Restaurant/Bar experience for many years in a variety of roles -Garden and floral certification

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