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About
Set & Serve Event Planning with Waitstaff
Bringing special events to life thoughtfully, locally, and at a scale that feels right. Creating a memorable event is an art, but all the moving pieces can quickly become overwhelming. That’s where Fruits of Labor steps in with a savvy, mindful, and professional approach built over years in business.
I especially love event setup and bringing the vision to life. From setting the room and preparing guest spaces to coordinating vendors and those final finishing touches, I help piece together the details so you can host, celebrate, and enjoy your event.
Services include event setup, planning, coordination, waitstaff, wedding weekend planning, guest experience coordination, welcome events, rehearsal dinners, vendor support, and Hudson Valley concierge services.
Grill cooks, bartending, catered food, and venue sourcing are also available upon request.
Making more moments together matter!
Overview
Hired 30 times
Serves New Paltz, NY
Background checked
8 years in business
Business hours
Sun11:00 am - 10:00 pmMon8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Jen S.
Sep 30, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Lisa was wonderful! Given it was a cultural event, she did her absolute best to accommodate all the requests as well finishing tasks efficiently! I recommend 💯
Hudson Valley Event & Wedding Concierge's reply
Thank you, it was so fun learning all the details of your cultural event. Wishing you all continued health, prosperity, and happiness as you carry the spirit of Onam forward! : )
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Helen S.
Jun 6, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack
Lisa was excellent and I would highly recommend her. She took care of everything while I was running a bit behind for the arrival of our guests. I was able to go get ready and I can downstairs to the entire food spread being laid out beautifully. She took care of our guests and was also very kind and delightful considering there was so much going on. I would love to work with Lisa again.
Details: Special event / party • Fewer than 50 guests
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Brenda j.
Dec 13, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Lisa and her staff were exactly what I was looking for! They prepped to get our party food ready and did a beautiful job organizing the table. They worked during the entire party so that I could enjoy myself! Lisa was great to work with, accommodating and had some great suggestions. I received many compliments on the food presentation. Everything was cleaned up when they left. Thank you, Lisa!!
Details: Birthday party • Fewer than 50 guests • Clear / bus plates • Setup / cleanup
Hudson Valley Event & Wedding Concierge's reply
My pleasure, it was a lovely and festive birthday! Great turnout and eloquent menu!
Enjoy the Holidays : }
Lisa
Fruits of Labor
Event Help and Wait Staff
Larry P.
Jul 20, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
I would hire them again with no hesitation. Lisa & Christine were amazing. I come from a catering family so I was a bit nervous about hiring people I did not know. I will tell you If I was still catering I would scoop them up in a minute. I actually enjoyed my own party with no worries at all. They were on point with everything. Ladies, YOU ROCK!!!! Thank you so very much
Thank you, we really enjoyed serving you and your guests. Congrats on the official wedding :) Great party spot. Love !
Event Help and Wait Staff
Jordan S.
May 30, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Fruits of Labor did an incredible job with my wife’s birthday! From the setup to the presentation, everything was thoughtful, beautiful, and professional. They made the day feel extra special, and we couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out. Highly recommend!
Details: Birthday party • Fewer than 50 guests
Hudson Valley Event & Wedding Concierge's reply
Thank you! It was our pleasure. I'm glad you all had a nice birthday celebration. Enjoy the new space. : )
Event Help and Wait Staff
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Lisa Christie
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What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Humbled by a fruitful background of hands-on experiences, I give credit to all my back in the day stomping grounds. : )
Started off-premises catering in 11th grade in High School servicing the New England Coast.
Studied at Johnson & Wales University earning Hospitality & Resort Guest Resort Leisure Degrees, Providence, RI
Marriott Corporate trained. Year-round National Meeting & Conference Planner. I also book hotels and venues for group planning nationwide.
Embrace Diversity & encourage Event Sustainability.
