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Saturday, September 3, 2011

Birthday Party Bounce

September is a crazy time of year for parents with school starting and reestablishing bedtimes. It also happens to be the month my son was born. Somewhere in between the lists of school supplies to be bought and school clothes to be organized, I had to plan a birthday party.
I will never forget his 10th birthday slumber party with 10 boys. My biggest mistake was not having enough activities to occupy those sugar-fortified dynamos! When the lights went out; pillows went flying and there was a giant dog-pile with a bloody nose on the bottom.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Here are some ideas for your Tweens party to kick the school year off with some serious fun!
  1. Ask your tween to help plan the party. Agree together on a budget so there are no false expectations. If you do this, the rest will fall into place.
  2. How many guests will be invited? Is your son or daughter the life of the party, or are they happier with a few close friends?
  3. Where will the party take place? Now that you know the who and the how much, you are ready for the where. The weather, time of day, and type of event will need to be considered along with any space requirements.
  4. Remember who the party is for. 
    • Do you find your tween singing into her curling iron? Then a Karaoke Contest and Dance Revolution (interactive dance video simulation) with Glitter Tattoos for that extra glamour might be perfect. Roll out the red carpet and make it a Grammy Award Theme complete with Trophies for the best Karaoke performer and Dancer. Be sure to include the theme on the invitation so guests can dress in style.
    • If your tween is a daredevil with sports on his mind; your in the zone with Inflatable Laser Tag, or an Inflatable Rock Wall followed up with a hot dog roast and bonfire for S'mores. The invitation should advise the guests to come dressed appropriately. Have blankets on hand in case someone is cold. 
    • Wanna keep it small but special, rent a Pinball Machine, Foosball, and/or some video games. Load up on finger foods; Nachos, sliders, popcorn, snow-cones and cupcakes. 
  5. Final Tips: 
    • If the party is co-ed keep it casual and have lots of activity to act as ice breakers.
    • Evites are an excellent way to save money and get creative. Try your hand at making your own video invite.
    • Teens want to feel independent; staying on the sidelines to supervise will be much appreciated by your birthday guests.
If you need help with planning a Birthday Party: we are here with Event Planners, Party Packages, and many more ideas! Give us a call.

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