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It can be tempting to have children be allowed at the party. You might want your staff to be able to bring their kids and have them socialize without having to get a babysitter. However, understand that if something happens to the child, such as a slip or a cut at the office, then you could have liability concerns to worry about. Set Expectations Consider sending out a memo before the party, at least a week before the event. Set the expectations of what people can bring and how they can behave. You want them to let loose, but you don't want anyone to go overboard. With children, it can be helpful to let parents know if there will be entertainment or not, as this could be a way that they would decide whether or not they will bring them. If you’re going to be r enting out a bounce house or other similar entertainment for kids, be sure to let people explicitly know!  Alcohol Whether or not to allow alcohol is one of the bigger decisions you will have to make. If you d...

Typically, corporate parties are not a hotbed of exciting activities. If you want to change that perception, then use an approach that pairs your company culture with the right city choice for your next corporate party. If you are new to the corporate party planning world, here are a few tips to help you keep your party on a smooth track to success. Choose the Right City Narrowing down the best city for your corporate party is not an easy task. A good rule to follow is to choose a city where you would feel comfortable taking a corporate client. That means finding one that has a wide variety of activities. Philadelphia is a city known for its historical roots. You could spend weeks looking at all the activities located along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway alone. Art, sports, scavenger hunts, mystery themes and many more fun-filled activities are located along this stretch. Find a City with Transportation Available to Many Areas Choosing a city with access to many v...

Party favors are an excellent way to thank your guests and to add a personalized touch to any event. There are so many different ways to do party favors these days that your imagination is the limit. Here are some ideas to get you started. Personal Touch When thinking of favors for your next party, consider providing guests with items personalized for the occasion. You can customize any candy bag or candy wrapper  - while kids won't turn down a bag of treats if it's presented in a boring lunch sack, it would add an extra touch in taking the time to add special packaging and personalized wrapping . This will help create a memorable experience and make even a few small treats and toys feel like a grand prize. When personalizing, you merely need to pick out something you like, add a saying, date, or name and ta-da! You'll have a unique piece just for your party.    For a personalized favor, you could collect small items that are meaningful to the party host (e.g...

There are a good many ways to be a good neighbor, from keeping the noise down to keeping a nice lawn . But hosting a summer block party can be a great way to bring all of your neighbors together for a great time, and fall in their good graces. You might be interested in planning a block party, but you could be a bit unsure of how to get started. These are a few tips that can help you throw the perfect summer block party for you and all of your neighbors.  Focus on Safety First and foremost, it's important to focus on the safety of all of the guests who choose to attend the block party. After all, if someone happens to be injured on your property during your party, then you could be held liable for their medical expenses and injuries. Putting up barriers or talking to local law enforcement about shutting down traffic on the streets where the party will be held is an excellent way to help prevent vehicle and pedestrian accidents. For those who are willing, you can conside...

So, your kid is getting bored of the same birthday places as always. Well, don't worry! Your child's next birthday party does not have to be a chore! In this article, we will outline 5 ways to turn your child's birthday party into one your family and friends will remember for years to come. Know your kid This may seem obvious, but most parents forget this step because they are trying to surprise their child. Talk to your kid and figure out what they're into nowadays. Sure, you know their favorite color is blue, but if they told you that a month ago, you can forget it. Depending on their age, it has most likely changed since then. Find out their favorite hero, or what they like to do for fun. You can even ask their teachers to keep an ear out for what they get the most excited talking about to their friends. Keep in mind, fads and trends can change quickly, and it never hurts to know what your child likes. Get Creative The best way to get creative wi...

With summer and warm weather nearing, more events seem to take place outdoors. Especially for people who live in cold regions, to have an even outdoors and experience the sun is usually a highlight for party planners. Having an event outdoors gives you the opportunity to have more open-air facilities like sports and grilling. Guests get more energized in good weather and you have a lot more options when it comes to planning your event. In this article, you will learn five steps you need to follow to organize an outdoor event better and make things flow smoothly.  1. Plan Around an Outdoor Setting It is crucial to note that not all events work well outdoors. Before deciding to host an event, make sure you know the objective and the type of function. If some of your targets are un-achievable outdoors, indoors might be best. Consider the event, where you can host it, and if you have appropriate activities for hosting outdoors.   2. Get a Proper Venue The moment y...

New Year’s Eve? OMG! What am I going to do with the kids? The New Year is not just a time for adults to celebrate! There are plenty of family-friendly activities that kids can participate in. Make it a memorable final weekend before the little ones go back to school. Mock Countdown If the kids at your celebration are too young to stay up until midnight, you can have a more appropriately timed mock countdown. Simply change the clocks so that they will strike 12 when it is only 8 or 9 p.m. Hand out noisemakers, party hats, and confetti to toss when the countdown ends. This is a wonderful way for kids to be a part of the festivity but still get to bed on time. The Midnight Toast Kids want to be a part of the New Year’s Eve toast, too. Why not let them indulge with a fancy champagne flute or wine glass – made of plastic and filled with non-alcoholic drinks, of course. You can pour ginger ale, a kid-friendly punch or even milk into their fancy beverage cups, but my fav...