The French Bee Events

Meet the Dynamic Duo Behind The French Bee Events

Make your day a breeze with French Bee Events. This all-inclusive wedding planning and floral design service is based in downtown New Bern. Anne Griggs and Christa Tarver, both certified wedding planners, have decades of experience between them and built their business on a foundation of genuine friendship. They serve Eastern NC and the Triangle area, although they’re willing and have traveled to surrounding areas and states. Feel safe knowing this duo is dedicated to crafting your dream day. All it takes is a visit to their beautiful historic office to know these ladies are all about the details!

Anne is a classically trained floral designer. In fact, she studied with Kate Middleton’s wedding florist and Oprah’s go-to florist! She carefully crafts artful arrangements, deeply rooted in your story as a couple. Anne also loves to source natural elements like grasses and branches to give arrangements an organic feel.

Christa brings her technical approach to planning. Indeed, she ensures that no stone is left unturned and all the pieces fall perfectly into place. Between Anne’s creative eye and Christa’s thorough care, you can relax through your wedding planning journey. 

The French Bee Events Wedding Planning Packages

French Bee Events is one of the only companies selected as designated planners for New Bern’s Tryon Palace. They love working with this New Bern venue to bring the past to life and craft beautiful modern weddings rooted in North Carolina’s rich history.

In addition to their work at the palace, French Bee offers a multitude of personalized planning options for couples at all venues, including: 

Wedding Planning: Seamless, personalized planning allows you to sit back, relax and enjoy your engagement stress-free. From researching vendors to handling logistics to managing budgets, Christa and Anne will take care of it all. The French Bee is exceptional at offering this full service experience.

Wedding Design: With Anne and Christa’s guidance, discover your event vision, style and aesthetic preferences. Then, they’ll craft a design plan makes your dream day a reality. 

Wedding Coordination: Do you know what you want, but need a little extra guidance in the final weeks before the day? Christa and Anne provide month-of coordination to help you gain industry insights. Plus, they’ll finalize design for your event and provide day-of management assistance.

Florals: Personal creations will be crafted to tell your love story on the big day. Anne will design floral arrangements that are personal, unique and memorable for your day. This might range from lavish floral chandeliers to simple arrangements.

Custom Stationery: From save-the-dates to invitations, Anne and Christa will create a cohesive aesthetic reflective of your style and ensure your paper goods are of the highest quality.