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Music Now DJs have performed at over 40,000 events in the Santa Cruz, Monterey and San Jose area since 1987. We have close to 500,000 song titles in our music library. We specialize in weddings, plus perform for anything a client needs a DJ for!

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4 November 2019

I want to start of saying... most of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to! We ended up choosing Kennolyn after a friend recommended it to us. We were looking for a Redwood wedding that could be over the weekend and have lodging on site. Some other venues we had looked at had some restrictions that didn't work for us. We booked the Stone Creek Village location :) most of our guests stayed on site in cabins. We had a welcome dinner with everyone on Friday, had breakfast and lunch on Saturday, did yoga and opened the pool on Saturday before the wedding and reception, then had a final breakfast on Sunday. This was the perfect location for our friends and family. Most guests were flying in, so we were able to have them stay onsite and got to enjoy as much time as possible with everyone. I will say the planning process was a bit hectic. We went through 3 wedding coordinators with the venue because 2 of them got fired. Luckily we had our own wedding planner to help us. But, once we got assigned Caroline with the venue, everything started to fall into place. Her and the venue staff during the wedding were amazing. There was only one hiccup with the guest welcome bags when people were checking in to their cabins some of the bags weren't given to our guests. But, I'd say if that was the only mess up... things went perfectly! The food was very good! The location is magical, amongst the redwoods in a luxury camp-like setting. I definitely recommend this venue for the wedding of your dreams! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

21 April 2019

I don't even know where to begin with this review because our May 2018 wedding weekend at Stone Creek Village at Kennolyn was amazing! !! We knew we wanted to incorporate the beauty of the redwoods, an opportunity for our family and friends to spend quality time with one another, and a venue that would be mostly inclusive of all wedding needs - Kennolyn fit that bill perfectly!Working with Janine and her team was fantastic!! Janine is an amazing coordinator who is extremely professional, understanding, and patient. The Kennolyn staff was nothing but professional, helpful and accommodating. Along with Janine, they helped make our weekend wedding a superb success making sure to take care of all of the major and minor details. Janine coordinated with the outside vendors like a champ and never once did I feel like I needed to intervene, and I like to intervene.One thing that caused some concern was the fact that we had to sign a contract before a formal food tasting but all of that was alleviated the moment we stepped foot onto their site during one of their "meet and greet" events with their catering staff. We were invited to bring up to 2 guests and we met other couples who were also having their weddings at Kennolyn, meet vendors for services that Kennolyn didn't provide as well as sample a vast variety of their menu items before deciding what our wedding menu would be. The food was spectacular and we were able to leave the event with a wedding menu in mind. Our guests loved the options and the quality!!     There were some additions we added to our weekend package: the bonfire and s'mores package for Friday night and the ropes course on Saturday morning. Both are HIGHLY recommended and if you are considering and evaluating if both are worth the value, for the purposes of our wedding and giving our family and friends opportunities to have shared memories, get to know one another in different capacities, it was a complete SUCCESS!! If you're considering Kennolyn's Stone Creek Village I would 100% recommend it! To this day, our guests still speak about their experiences as "one of the most fun and memorable weddings/weekends" they've been to. My husband and I would recreate the whole weekend again @ Kennolyn if we had the chance!! More...

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27 January 2019

Santa Cruz area's best wedding and party mobile DJ service. Locally owned and operated. The real deal.

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2 October 2018

Our son's wedding at Stone Creek Village, Kennolyn Camp, Sept. 28-30th, 2018, surpassed our expectations. Everything was perfect, from the weather to the food to the clean cabins. We visited several sites in the Santa Cruz area and they decided on this site because it fulfilled their  concept of a wedding in a redwood grove, surrounded by family and friends. The site provided well lit and paved paths to the venue from the parking lot (you have to use a shuttle at night for off-site guests). For the older guests with walking or vision issues, they golf-carted them down to the wedding grove or to their cabins. What a help that was.The Friday barbecue was not your average BBQ; of course you pick the selections through a variety of options but it was more like a buffet-style catered meal at the round tables in the plaza, with two fire pits glowing, and acoustic guitar and bass humming, music provided by musician guests. A good lead-in to the wedding day festivities. It was a little chilly that night and guests did turn on the heaters in some of the cabins.The breakfast in the vintage great lodge where there is wifi was fantastic. The ceremony site was awesome. And the wedding dinner buffet was cooked and served to perfection, with meat, fish, and vegetarian options.We had 120 guests with 11 children, the little ones enjoying themselves with balls and hula hoops and the giant chess game. 85 guests stayed on site and I think that turned out to be the best option because it was a giant family gathering on both sides, with the friends staying up late and singing and talking.It was an international gathering, with guests from Australia, Paris, London, Hawaii and a dozen states. They were a sophisticated bunch yet all loved it and I heard no complaints. We all highly recommend Kennolyn and the great-lead-in by the staff, especially the food and wine tasting and bridal show prior to the wedding, where the shuttle companies, bakeries, etc etc etc are showcased.They offer a selection of packages which you can read about on the website. Right now we are eagerly awaiting the photos the photographer took of the bridal couple deep in the woods. More...

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19 August 2018

Very professional in presentation and information. Looks great.

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15 August 2018

Most amazing venue and top notch staff! We had our wedding up at the Hacienda 8/4/18 and we can't sing our praises enough. The staff, including Lauren and Hannah, were on top of everything and the day went very smooth. Food was tasty, views were unreal, and all our guests raved about the event. HIGHLY recommend! Best wedding day ever. More...

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10 August 2018

We couldn't have asked for a better, more beautiful and dreamy venue in the redwoods for our wedding. We were also sold on the all-inclusiveness of the venue. We worked closely with Janine on all the details leading up to the big day - she was very responsive and always had great suggestions for making our day perfect. I also had special circumstances given I was doing my own flowers, and I needed to be able to check in to Casa de Caldwell early - Janine and the other Kennolyn staff were flexible and were able to accommodate me! Jenn and Lauren were so supportive and helpful from the time we checked in to Casa de Caldwell - they took over handling of the final wedding details, and even put together some last minute decor so my bridesmaids and I could relax! They also arranged all the decor, put the flower centerpieces out, and even helped me pull off a T-Rex encounter/first-look prank - they did an amazing job! All of the food was delicious and plentiful - we chose the buffet option for dinner and all our guests loved it and were so happy they could go back for seconds (and thirds!). All of the staff went above and beyond our expectations to make it a fun and stress-free weekend - everyone was a real joy to work with. Kennolyn was amazing and we're so glad we chose to have our wedding there; you wont regret having yours there either! More...

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9 August 2018

Love Kennolyn

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9 August 2018

Love my job, like hear how Kennolyn events does a great job!

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9 August 2018

I have been to hundreds of events of all types at Kennolyn as a guest and as a service provider. They are 110% committed to providing their guests with a top-notch experience and have continuously demonstrated that they are willing to go the extra mile for people to make sure they are happy and taken care of. Highly recommended!

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9 August 2018

Kennolyn is the best venue around and I can’t wait to be married here!

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9 August 2018

Excellent!! Such a great time with nature, fun, fabulous, kind people?

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9 August 2018

I went to summer camp here 30 years ago and when I heard my friend was getting married here, I was a bit skeptical.. (married at a kids’ camp? !?) I returned for the first time since camp, and was surprised there was a completely separate Hilltop Hacienda venue specifically for events. Stunning venue, redwoods and ocean views! Our bridal party was well taken care of, the ceremony was flawless, and the reception was perfection. Ideal venue for a magical union. Highly recommend! More...

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6 August 2018

We had a terrific wedding and reception event under the very effective planning and execution oversight of the Kennolyn team (Anna, Lauren and Sydney). Our event (160 guests) was easily accommodated and coordinated by this terrific team. No drama, on time, smiles all around.The facility was perfect for our event. Redwood grove, courtyard cocktails, dining on the veranda overlooking the Monterey Bay. Grooms Casita and Brides Hacienda for pre wedding preparations. The food, beverage and service was excellent and without flaw.The affiliated vendor teams were seamlessly incorporated.The pricing was competitive and represented good value.Given the hundreds of details that go into a wedding, it was amazing that our days was as perfect as it was...Father of the Bride...... More...

Reviewed on Yelp

30 July 2018

We hired Jack for our very small wedding at Chaminade. He was very professional and fun to work with. I highly recommend him if you're looking for someone who is very experienced and professional.

Reviewed on WeddingWire

6 July 2018

Jack did an incredible job on our wedding. He was great to work with and very helpful as we prepared for the wedding, and was lots of fun during the wedding itself. He had all our friends and family dancing all night long, even the ones who "don't dance"! He was there on time and ready prior to the start of the ceremony and didn't miss a beat from start to finish. Very professional, and a lot of fun! More...

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21 May 2018

Kennolyn is fantastic! Love these amazing vendors all in one location! Cakes & Catering Tart and Tin Flowers Glam Garden Designs Groom & His Men - Epiphany Boutique Hair, Makeup & Beauty Cassandra McClure Jewelry Fire and Brilliance Paper Goods & Calligraphy- Altogether Lovely  Photographer - De Joy Photography Rentals View Point Rentals Venues - Kennolyn Wedding Dress - Epiphany Boutique

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13 March 2018

I don't know where to begin with Janine! She is the absolute BEST and I just adore her! She is such a joy to work with and makes the planning beforehand and day-of execute seamless and stress-free. Janine is helpful, quick to respond, flexible, reliable and a sincere kind heart. She made me feel calm on event day which is hard to do, but she has managed to do it 2 years in a row. I love her!!I absolutely love the venue as well. We've hosted a corporate leadership training at Stone Creek Village twice and it's been wonderful. So charming, plenty of space, and I love the camp style vibe that it gives off. I highly recommend Kennolyn, Janine and the rest of the Events team. I've had nothing but an amazing experience two years in a row. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

15 January 2018

Music Now DJ's was the BEST choice. We looked at DJ's ranging from the Silicon Valley to the Monterey Peninsula. Jack Crawford and his team provided the most personalized servicing for a truly great value. Jack was also the DJ for our event and as the bride, I knew I could completely relax with Jack "behind the wheel". If other brides are reading this, you'll understand the priceless value of being able to truly relax! Jack was so great to work with, very responsive, and truly made it his life's mission to ensure our music selection and MC schedule was perfect. The photo booth was also a hit. Thank you so much! More...

Reviewed on WeddingWire

17 December 2017

We appreciate everything Jack did to help make our day so wonderful! It was so awesome being able to combine contracts into one and not have to stress about multiple and different deposits etc. and of course he was truly an amazing officiant for us it was like he knew us our entire life. Thanks again Jack! More...

Reviewed on WeddingWire

12 December 2017

Great Service, Excellent knowledge of the site. I joy to work with.

Reviewed on WeddingWire

12 December 2017

Jack and his team know exactly what to do and how to help you. They make the whole process so easy and you just show up and enjoy your day. They know how to read the crowd and keep everything flowing so perfectly. Everyone had such a great time and danced the night away.
We also had the photo booth which was a big hit. We loved looking at all the photos of our family and friends having so much fun.
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5 December 2017

Jack was super accommodating and Music Now was a great value.
Thank you!

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5 December 2017

Jack was our officiant and wonderful from the beginning. He was professional and on point when it came to delivering exactly what we wanted.

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21 November 2017

Words cannot describe how incredible this venue is! My husband and I just got married here a month ago and we still can't stop talking about what a fantastic experience we had. The venue itself is absolutely stunning, but Janine and her team are hands down the best part! During the entire planning process, Janine made us feel completely at ease and truly listened to us. She took all of our ideas and turned the venue into our dream wedding!On our wedding day, she and her team took care of all of the set up and take down, which allowed us to really relax and enjoy our special day. They even packed everything up for us the next day! Our guests keep telling us it was the best wedding they have ever been to, and we couldn't agree more! THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING JANINE! More...

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5 November 2017

Kennolyn is incredible! The natural beauty among the redwoods and with a view of the Pacific Ocean is unmatched. The property is classy but not over-the-top. But probably most important, Janine and her staff are A+. Janine has a fantastic attitude and looks for opportunities at every moment to wow you. Our wedding day could not have been better and we owe a lot of that to Kennolyn. More...

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30 October 2017

This venue was absolutely perfect! Janine and her staff went above and beyond to make our wedding amazing. During our initial interviews, Janine was very helpful and knowledgable with ideas and suggestions for planning the event. Then once my husband and I had booked everyone she handled all the logistics which was a super helpful. The day the venue was gorgeous. Everything was set up perfectly, I just had to drop off any specific decorations to her and they took care of all the rest. I couldn't have asked for a more perfect location. Our family's are still raving about our wedding. TRULY AMAZING! Thank you Janine and staff!!! More...

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22 October 2017

I can't say enough about how wonderful Kennolyn and its staff are. The venue itself is so gorgeous - it overlooks the ocean and is situated in the Santa Cruz mountains surrounded by Redwoods. The staff is incredibly helpful and responsive - we worked with Janine for over a year. During that year, she would respond to our emails within 24 hours and continuously make us feel at ease. She coordinated with our vendors the day of and made sure we did not have to deal with anything the actual day of our wedding. The actual wedding went off without a hitch and was the day we both dreamed it would be. We feel incredibly lucky to have chosen such a wonderful place for our wedding! More...

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19 October 2017

W O W. Janine, Jen, and Courtney are such sweet hearts! I absolutely love them. Janine answered all of my questions. Courtney made me feel so calm during rehearsal and on the day of the wedding. We truly had an amazing experience. Hats off to these fantastic women!!!They do require you to use a specific DJ/MC, but Sound In Motion was fantastic to work with! And SIM has many services like photography, photo booth, and videography! Since Kennolyn is located in a tucked away area, it was so comforting to know they had many connections to local vendors. Also, all of our guests could not stop telling us how BEAUTIFUL the venue is!!! This place does not need much as far as decor is concerned. More...

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25 September 2017

My husband and I got married at Kennolyn in the Stone Creek Village in September 2017 and had an fantastic experience from start to finish. Janine Spediacci was the venue's event coordinator we worked with from the beginning and she was amazing to work with. Her attention to detail is outstanding and we always felt comfortable and that we were in good hands. We chose the Stone Creek Village for the unique venue location and had about 50 family/friends spend the weekend with us in the cabins located onsite. We loved the replica of an old western town and that we had the venue to ourselves for the entire weekend. Kennolyn Stone Creek Village does summer camps for kids and started doing weddings a couple years ago. Our ceremony was in an amphitheater in the redwoods and is such a beautiful location. If you want a truly unique wedding experience in the woods then this is the place. We loved having a campfire and s'mores the night before our wedding and our family and friends loved using the pool the day of the wedding, going hiking, playing corn hole, ping pong, basketball, and tennis. The food and service throughout the weekend was great. Thank you Kennolyn for helping make the wedding of our dreams possible! More...

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12 September 2017

Before we even booked Kennolyn for our wedding Jenn and Janine were very sweet and helpful. They offered us to attend their Wedding Day Overview which is typically for couples who have already committed to the venue and gives you the chance to sample their food/wine, meet other vendors from bakeries, florists, photographers etc. They were always quick to respond to emails if I had any questions and were very accommodating when it came to delivering décor. We had planned 300 guests which they had never had before so they were taking on a challenge, but they did a great job in making it work. Kennolyn is a beautiful venue with redwoods and views looking out to the ocean. It is mostly outdoors, but does have a small hall as well. There is plenty of parking and they let guests leave vehicles overnight if you partied too hard! What I loved about Kennolyn is what is included which were tables, chairs, linens, food, alcohol, set up/clean up and Jenn, Janine, and Courtney are there throughout the whole process and the day of which is very helpful so you don't have to designate someone from the bridal party to deal with questions/concerns.I'm so sad that the day is over, but happy with my experience. The only negative, and maybe the DJ could've done it, but seconds for dinner was not announced and a lot of people said they didn't get cake so I don't know if it didn't get announced or it didn't get passed around well enough. Also, my bridal party didn't get appetizers so it would've been nice if they set a plate like they did for us (bride & groom). Besides that, Kennolyn is a great venue!Event Date: 08.19.17Event Type: Wedding (Reception Only)Guest Count: 285 More...

Reviewed on Yelp

5 April 2017

Jack was perfect! He played the right kind of music to keep everyone out on the dance floor, and enough slow songs to keep my husband dancing. I found him at a bridal show along with several other DJ services. I talk to 3 others before I came across him. He and his partner were so easy to talk to, I stopped looking for anyone else. Better then that, his rates were almost 1/2 of the other hacks I spoke with. He kept everything moving, light, and easy. I will definitely hire him again if the need should rise. More...

Reviewed on WeddingWire

23 February 2017

Overall great DJ! We had to plan the wedding from another state which made it really difficult; however, Jack was extremely flexible with us and worked with us the whole way! Not knowing what to do or anything about wedding DJs he helped me understand and plan. Some things changed the day of the event and he worked with us. Overall, awesome! Thank you!! More...

Reviewed on WeddingWire

21 February 2017

We met Jack Crawford with Music Now DJ's at our venue, during a tasting/vendor event. My wife and I met with a few DJ's prior to meeting Jack. The DJ's we met with, came off as being a bit too loud, cheesy and were more interested in what they had to offer rather than listen to what my wife and I were looking for. Then we met Jack with Music Now DJ's. We spoke with Jack for about 30 minutes, but within the first 5 minutes, my wife and I both knew we found our DJ. Jack asked what we were looking for in a DJ, what we didn't want, and then listened to us answer. He got a feel for us, our guests, the type of music we wanted and then he told us how Music Now DJ's could meet/exceed our needs. He was never pushy or cheesy and the 3 of us got a long great. We specifically booked Jack to be our DJ/MC for 6 hours and the attended photo booth option for 4 hours. We could not have asked for a better DJ/MC for our wedding as Jack not only exceeded all our expectations, but he was able to help us with a few on the fly changes/requests and didn't miss a literal beat. I wish I had more space here to continue to tell you how awesome Jack and Music Now DJ's were for us and our wedding, because they were. But I will leave you with this, if you are considering Jack and Music Now DJ's for your wedding, stop "considering" them and book them! Jack was a big part of our event and everyone told us afterwards that he was amazing, played great music that kept folks on the dance floor and that they loved the photo booth. Thank you Jack and Music Now DJ's for being a part of our wedding and providing an experience that exceeded all our expectations! More...

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20 February 2017

Jack really listens to you, your tastes, the nature of the crowd. I would recommend booking early he is in extreme high demand.

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15 February 2017

Jack did a great job at our wedding. We had special music we wanted for the ceremony and he had no problem being emailed the mp3s. Everything was perfect!

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8 February 2017

We didn't do much corresponding before the wedding other than going over the completed wedding packet, but closer to the wedding he was very responsive an absolutely killed it on the day of! He made sure all of my special requested songs were played, even the ones that were difficult to find (i.e. special covers of certain songs). Plus, he included an awesome surprise for the cake cutting - he found out we were devoted Sharks fans a few days before the wedding and included the Jaws theme song for us at the cake cutting. I thought it was a surprise from my husband - but it was actually the DJ! He also took requests from our guests with the appropriate tact and judgment on what he knew we liked. I also got a lot of compliments on the dinner music. We hadn't even really picked anything for that, it was all the DJ. But family kept coming up to me afterwards and asking if we made it and could we send them the playlist. Really awesome DJ! More...

Reviewed on WeddingWire

8 February 2017

Jack with Music Now DJs is absolutely fantastic as a DJ and Entertainment Host. He is engaging, interactive, and thorough. Not only does Jack deliver dance floor enthusiasm, he also helps manage the rhythm of the evening and provides flawless transitions from toasting to dining to dancing. Prior to the big day, Jack was also a huge help to my husband and I, providing insight and advice that only a seasoned professional could provide. My husband are very happy to have found and celebrated with Jack at Music Now! More...

Reviewed on WeddingWire

8 February 2017

Wonderful to work with. I was stressed about picking the perfect music but Jack made it so easy and stress-free. He had many options and ideas

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8 February 2017

Jack is magical. Seriously. Not only does he spin some sweet tunes, but he has the wedding thing down pat! He found out I was a DIY, budget bride, and he worked his butt off for me. He walked me through the process and even helped out in other areas where I was having trouble. He was practically a wedding coordinator at times. During my wedding he was responsive, professional, fun and just all around awesome. If you're looking for the best DJ, you can stop now. Jack is it. More...

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8 February 2017

Dave was wonderful! I let him take the reign and go! I never worried about a thing!
He was on time and the whole event was a success! I highly recommend Music Now!

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8 February 2017

Jack was such a Pro! He handled a complex wedding setup and timeline with ease. Our guest had such a good time. He had them dancing all night long. He read the crowd perfectly. Jack was such a pleasure to work with. State of the art equipment. He was very prompt and efficient. We never worried about anything. Jack handled it all. More...

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11 January 2017

We loved having our reception at Kennolyn. The team there worked with us to create a wonderful evening for us and for our guests. From the very beginning, they were focused on making sure our day was as special as possible.The venue itself is gorgeous and doesn't need a lot to create a special event. It's also a photographer's dream. From the sunsets, to the redwood grove, and place itself, it's hard to take a bad picture.Jenn worked with us quite a lot on the menu. We're foodies. Some would say annoyingly thoughtful about food. And we had a lot of vegetarians at our event. Jenn and her chef worked with us to create one of our favorite recipes which received tons of complements from meat eaters and vegetarians alike. They also did a great job with all the other fare. One thing to be careful of, and we've already mentioned this to them, at the time of our event, they only worked with one DJ company. We found them to be professional, but slightly expensive. And as we have friends who are DJs, it was a bummer not to be able to work with someone we already knew and loved. Additionally, to get a DJ with a lot of experience, you'll have to pony up to their highest level.We also appreciated their vendor day. That's where we discovered our dessert caterer who did a phenomenal job on our cupcakes. We made it even more complicated for them by having a non-traditional schedule for our event. We did away with the garter tossing and cake cutting style moments. We wanted to focus on the dancing, eating, and drinking. Jenn helped us create a schedule that worked and kept us on time the whole day.Thanks to Jenn and her team for making our day as special as we imagined it could be. More...

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31 December 2016

I cannot say enough good things about Kennolyn! From the moment I got on the phone with Jenn I knew we had found our wedding site. She was so sweet, helpful, and in control- she was prompt and genuinely wanted us to have the best wedding ever. The venue is a good template for any style of wedding, but with the redwood forests, ocean views, and hacienda style courtyards we felt like it was the perfect spot for a "whimsical outdoorsy" wedding of 150 guests. The drive in is windy, so for some guests it might be a little out of the way, but since so many of our guests were staying nearby - it felt detached enough for it's own magical atmosphere while not being inconvenient. I loved that it was so pretty already, not many embellishments were needed. And the fact that your price is all inclusive means heat lamps, linens, even signage is all included. This is a "no fuss" site where your money goes a long way. More...

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17 December 2016

I knew the second that I walked onto the Hacienda patio that this was the place I wanted to get married, and it turned out incredible!  The Hacienda is warm and inviting and looks spectacular all lit up at night. We were married in the Redwood grove and our pictures are incredible.  Most of our guests were from out of town and they are still all raving about how breathtaking it was. Not only do you get a great venue, but you get your own wedding coordinator to walk you through the process. Jenn made planning everything so straight forward and easy. She was also a great calming presence on our wedding day. Just like most weddings not everything goes the way you planned it, but it felt better knowing that she could help coordinate my bridesmaids and help with managing the flow of the wedding. Everything ran so smoothly and it allowed me to relax and just dance the night away. More...

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11 December 2016

Jenn and her whole team are super sweet and easy to work with. They definitely have your best interest in mind and Jenn, the coordinator, responds quickly to any questions or concerns you might have throughout the process. It's so nice to not have to worry about being in charge of the ceremony and reception set up and break down so you and your family can just enjoy yourselves wedding weekend. The site is gorgeous no matter what type of weather. Enjoy and congrats on your marriage! More...

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31 October 2016

There aren't enough nice things I can say about the Kennolyn team; especially Jenn and Janine. They made our wedding seriously magical! We were married on 10.8.16 and also rented out the camp for an adult camp weekend, which I highly recommend. From start to finish in booking with them, they will be there during the entire process to help guide you. They are quick to respond to emails, thoughtful in their suggestions, hands-on during the wedding day, friendly and just lovely. They are the kindest, most thoughtful women I've ever worked it. They loved my dog as if it was their own and made sure all of our family and friends were taken care of.The venue itself is beyond beautiful with views to the sea, the food was delicious and we couldn't have asked for a better venue for our special day. I would highly recommend Kennolyn for weddings but really any event needs. You won't be disappointed with the service you receive! More...

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7 July 2016

Jack was a great DJ. We feel so blessed to have him on our big day. He cued the music perfectly for our ceremony, and kept the wedding on schedule. Jack also has a great personality in staying connected with the wedding party and the guests. He's very intuitive and makes everyone feel comfortable. I highly recommend his services! More...

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4 June 2016

Music Now DJs were amazing at my wedding! Seriously, my only regret is not hiring them for longer! They were so accommodating and really understood the type of music I wanted to play. I got so many compliments about how fantastic the DJ was, and really I can't think of a single thing they could have done for it to be more perfect. They were so friendly toward everyone, played to the feeling of the room, got everyone dancing, and never missed a beat.

Everything from the music for our entrance, first dance, daddy/daughter dance, mother/son dance, the special song for my mother, and the TWO farewell songs (I couldn't decide, so he played both and it worked SO well) were just perfect. I wish I could go back in time and tell myself "book them for longer, trust me" because I just can't get over how perfect it was. I also got compliments from my other vendors that needed a mic or amplification that Music Now DJs know exactly what they are doing. They have their job down to perfection. There is no curve ball they can't handle and everyone will thank you for picking a vendor so competent and talented. I can't say enough good things about them, so I will just say a big "Thank you! Our day went off without a hitch thanks to you!" :)
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4 November 2015

I can't say enough great things about Kennolyn! We had our wedding at Kennolyn in July and could not have asked for a better venue.  The view is breathtaking, the food was fantastic (the mashed potatoes were to die for), and most of all the event coordinators and staff were extremely helpful and easy to work with.   Our wedding was a success due to Jenn, our event coordinator and the rest of the staff on the day of the wedding.  Jenn communicated with us throughout our entire process, getting back to us right away with any questions.  Also, the day of the wedding, everything went smoothly due to Jenn and the staff taking care of things behind the scenes and keeping everyone calm and taken care of (down to finding a pin for my Mom's corsage when it broke).  She was a pleasure to work with and made what could be a stressful event into a stress free, enjoyable wedding.  All of our guests keep raving about our wedding and how beautiful the venue was and how smooth everything ran.  I wish we could do it all over again...it went by way too fast.  If you are looking for an outdoor venue to have your wedding, look no further, as Kennolyn is a beautiful spot in which you have all to yourself and your guests.  No other wedding is planned the same day.  Also, Jenn and the rest of the staff are extremely helpful, easy to work with and are flexible with your ideas.  It is a bit of a drive up to the venue, which could be a problem for some people, but we hired a shuttle service to take people to and from the wedding so they didn't have to worry about driving.  It all worked out perfectly.  Our only complaint...we wish it could have lasted longer, the venue stops at 9pm, but it was the perfect amount of time because it ended on a high note and everyone having fun.  Thank you Kennolyn for our perfect wedding!  A great start to our marriage. More...

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Anyone can play music, but it requires EXPERIENCE! An experienced DJ has the ability to read a crowd and know when to play certain songs, and knows what music to play. A vast knowledge of all genres of music is very important. Plus having a strong and clear voice is ideal.

We have a very versatile style. That is needed for the different musical tastes and ages. We are not cheesy. But we know how to entertain our clients and their guests without crossing the Cheesy DJ line.

The excitement we get from our clients and guests when we know we are playing the right kind of music for that specific crowd. Plus the positive response from guests when we play an obscure song they never thought we'd play. There's a specific talent we have in fitting in an obscure song while the dance floor is packed with out losing your dancers.

I went to Broadcasting School to be a Radio DJ/Announcer. I also played live music all over the bay area. One of the nightclubs we played at frequently, changed form having live music, to DJ'd music. I was able to adjust from singing and playing to being a live dance DJ very easily due to my music knowledge. I was one of 5 DJs that worked at this night club. Eventually, a newly engaged couple approached me about being the DJ at their wedding. Our community got such great positive feedback, that due to word of mouth, there was a huge calling for more DJs. So I hired several people and trained them to DJ. It turned into a full time business. We are still full time today!

We were the trend setters here in our area. Other DJs and DJ companies mirrored their services from watching how we conduct business. We are very versatile and can handle any musical taste and age ranges. We play music from the 20s to current music. Plus we have knowledge of all types of music. i.e. Latin, Country, 50s, 60s, Big Band, Bollywood, and much much more! We have over 25 years of experience and have seen many situations during that time. It has been quite the learning experience. We are licensed, insured, plus we have on call emergency personal.

Services

Portable PA systems, Projectors, screens, Portable Karaoke, etc.