Monthly Archives: April 2020

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Budget Birthday Planning

A budget when it comes to your child’s birthday party seems like a very good idea. Parents seem to go overboard for their kids especially for their birthday. But you can easily rack up some unwanted debt if you don’t set a budget.  Here are some tips to help you plan.

Planning

Make a list of everything you can think of that is a priority for your family to have fun. Pinterest is a great resource and has many has checklists that are extremely helpful.

Creativity

Tablecloths can easily be made with giant rolls of paper or hit up the dollar store. Don’t get the most expensive plates and plastic ware; they are most likely getting thrown out at the end anyways. A cute way to make dollar store plastic-ware more expensive is to line a small basket with a decorative napkin and place the forks and spoons in there. No one will guess you spent your money on dollar store silver.

Food

Snacks and finger foods are great crowd pleasers. Cheese and crackers, chips and dip, chicken wings, and juice boxes are great ideas.  Set your food budget and hit the big box stores for deals on quantity snacks and appetizers for large groups.

Photos

Capture the event using your smartphone. No need for a photographer! Use a selfie stick if you have one, make sure the phone is turned sideways on not up and down, and take the same picture multiple times. These things will help you stay focused.

Decorations

Keep decorations simple.  Use lots of colors, get some balloons, set up streamers and go to town. Kids aren’t interested in this type of thing. But, you can make it look festive even with a couple of bucks.

Entertainment

If you can save on everything above maybe you want to spend the bulk of your budget on the entertainment. This is what the kids remember and enjoy most. A bounce house is a great addition to any birthday and there many to fit a variety of birthday budgets.

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Party at the Park

Planning your party is important especially if you project throwing your celebration outdoors. There are many parks in South Florida to plan your next party. All South Florida parks are NOT created equal, so do your research and make sure the park you choose has the amenities you require. Here are some tips for you to consider when organizing you party at the park!

Shelter

South Florida weather can be unpredictable. You may want to reserve a pavilion if you plan on hosting a large enough party. Not all parks have pavilions which can make things challenging. Give yourself ample time to locate one of these structures as they tend to get booked very fast. In most cases, there is a cost associated and the fees can vary from park to park.

Food

Plan your menu and definitely consider the South Florida heat. Anything that can quickly spoil in hot temperatures can cause your guests to become ill. Many of the caterers will supply the correct equipment to keep food cold or hot. Be sure to plan accordingly for both grilling’s. Some parks will not allow outside grills so to be sure to call ahead of time.

Critter Control

It seems strange to mention such a thing, but we should remember safety first. Snakes and alligators are present in most of the places where these natural parks are built so take the extra precaution necessary to keep friends and family safe.  There will always be nuisance critters such as bugs so prepare to cover food and have bug spray. Critters of opportunity such as birds, squirrels and raccoons may stop by as well but usually wait until the party is over.

Weather

In addition to the elements at the park, don’t forget to check the weather. We Floridians understand weather can change quickly and we must remember to take care. Be sure there are solid structures or leave the party if it becomes threatening with things like lightning.

Leave No Trace

Keep America beautiful and always clean up afterward. While there’s plenty of trash cans and other devices that will help you, do not forget to bring a few extra trash bags and leave the park like it was when you got there.

Entertainment

Parks have different rules when it comes to entertainment. Follow the rules and make sure the space you have can accommodate the party size. Bounce houses, water slides, music, face painting are all fun ideas for a crowd.

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Planning your Family Reunion

Family reunions are a fun tradition and families have unique ways to celebrate this tradition. South Florida is ideal for family reunions with warm weather, plenty of sunshine and beautiful landscape it’s the ideal place for every type of party. Here are some tips for planning your family reunion that will keep you smiling in the sun!

Preplanning is crucial for this type of event and applies in particular if there will be people flying in or driving long distances. Contact the local hotels to see if they offer any group discounts. In most cases, they will allow such a thing if there are multiple families lodging at the same time.

Invite those who can attend in harmony. In many instances, these are family gatherings that allow families to reconnect and that’s the whole idea.

The food and drink are an essential part of a family reunion. Be sure to consider religious and food preferences as not everyone enjoys the same types of diet.  Set a budget for food and consider catering with a local business so you can concentrate on other things.

Games and activities are paramount to keep everyone engaged and promote bonding. Keep the party going by offering both kids, and adult themed features such as charades, twenty questions to bounce houses and waterslides. The more thought and planning you do, the more successful your family’s event will become.

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Waterslide Party!

Have you ever thought of having a waterslide at your party? A waterslide will keep the kids entertained for hours and keep everyone from going home early.

Choose a Waterslide

Consider the company you are inviting and choose a waterslide based on this crowd.  Excellent choices include ‘The Hulk,’ ‘MudSlide,’ ‘The Twister with Curve,’ or the ‘Tsunami’. The Twister is a 40ft tall waterslide featuring two slides to make sure that your guests (both kids and adults) do not have to wait too long for their turn. It also features a curve at the end terminating in a landing pool. Guests at your party will remember the thrill of sliding from a height of 40 feet for many months to come. Alternatively, go for “The Hulk” variety that also comprises of dual slides with the fun beginning at 36 feet.

Don’t Keep it a Secret

Waterslides are not the preserve of kids alone. Adults too can have a great time. While sending invites, inform your guests that there will be a poolside surprise. Remind them to bring necessities such as sunscreen, bathing suit, towel, flip-flops, and sunglasses. Let the visitors come to your place with anticipation.

Ready to Go!

Have the waterslide ready to go when the first guest arrives. There is nothing worse than having guests wait for set up upon arrival. Plan for set up time and minor hiccups and you won’t have to stress if things come up. To create a break and provide variety, have a game of, say, badminton to keep the fun rolling.

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