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Family Reunion Fun Time in South Florida

Drive through just about any neighborhood park or recreation center, and you’ll see the groves of people hanging out, grilling and having fun. In addition to the community, the beaches are full of families who are celebrating their togetherness. One thing sure is South Florida is full of family events including reunions and why shouldn’t it be? With warm weather, plenty of sunshine and beautiful landscape it’s the ideal place for every type of party. In this blog, we point out some excellent tips for planning your family reunion that will keep you smiling in the sun!

Most reunions tend to be an annual event. But, if this is a new tradition you’re starting, you may want to give you family plenty of time to plan. Preplanning is crucial 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.

Next, plan your reunion carefully. If you don’t want the Hatfields and the McCoys starting family world war III, then be sure to 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.

In addition to your guest list, be sure to plan a great meal with all the fixings. Be sure to consider religious and food preferences as not everyone enjoys the same types of diet.  A great place to find excellent recipes for these kinds of parties is Pinterest and Martha Stewart’s Online site.

Besides the food, don’t forget games and activities. 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.

For more ideas about planning your next event including fundraisers and church bazaar’s, we’ve got a huge selection of party favors. With a little help and a large selection, you can have the best family reunion yet to come.

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Best Bakeries Near Coconut Creek for Your Kids Birthday Parties

When it comes to your child’s birthday party or any other family event, you want to know you’re using the best. We’ve found 5 of the best bakeries in and around Coconut Creek that will make your special day a huge success. After all, the cake is the most important part, right?

  1. The Batter Co. has two locations one in Pompano Beach and the other off Lyons road in the Promenade. These folks bake everything from gourmet cupcakes to Old Fashioned layered cakes with a unique twist. Did we mention their variety of French Macaroons? Whether you are going to be on location for your party or throwing you kid’s birthday bash at your house, this is a bakery that you must check out. We absolutely love everything from the fresh flavors to the presentation. Be sure to visit their website at batter.com for more details.
  2. Next, we have the wonderful confectionary compilations of Robbie E. Custom Cakes and Pastries to consider and well worth your consideration indeed! Chef Robbie is a grad from Le Cordon Bleu so you can expect nothing but the very best when it comes to sugary treats such as Lemon Blueberry to Pink Champagne. No matter what your desire, they are sure to have a pleasant surprise waiting for you. If you like what you see on their website at recustomcakes.com, then make sure you book a consultation with them. You’ll love the service along with the variety of desserts custom made for you.
  3. In addition to Robbie E, Publix has some of the best selection and oftentimes if you’re running late or forgot to put your order in early, they are always willing to accommodate. They don’t use the slogan “Where Shopping is Always a Pleasure” for nothing. We think this is a really great place to shop and save if you’re on a budget. publix.com
  4. DIY by finding plenty of recipes and ideas on places such as Pinterest as well as Martha Stewart and more. Also, there’s a plethora of Mommy Bloggers online who give you their tips and tricks to make planning a celebration a cinch! Don’t forget to check out sites like Spaceships and Laser Beams to give you a boost. spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com

These are the best places in town that can make your kids favorite part of his or her party the highlight of the day. Eating a slice of decadent cake or smashing a cupcake up your nose is always the greatest way to complete any celebration.

While you’re at it, check out our Food Machine equipment for rental today too!

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5 Arts and Craft Party Ideas for Your Kids

It seems there are a plethora of ideas when it comes to your child’s birthday parties. Visit places like Michael’s Crafts or Pinterest, and you can quickly be overwhelmed by the multitude of favors to recipes from people like Mommy Bloggers to manufacturers. In fact, there are so many different themes, it’s astounding. However, one idea that seems to be sweeping South Florida children’s events is one we’re highlighting in this week’s blog. The Art Party is all encompassing when it comes to loads of activity and fun for your celebrations.

Tip 1.) Go to your local craft or dollar store and buy a few plastic palettes used for mixing craft paint. Use this to decorate cupcakes by adding fun toppings such as sprinkles and edible glitter. Kids love to decorate their food with interesting products.

Tip 2.) Pick Your Craft Activity Carefully. Which art you choose can be rather tricky as you know because kids tend to spill, break and do all kinds of thing that can make a mess. If the paint is going to be used look for something that’s non-toxic. Put tarps down from the Home Depot or Lowes to secure flooring from becoming a hot mess, and keep plenty of large garbage bags around.

Tip 3.) Set up Work Stations. Have parents help out at multiple tables with different crafts at each one. Having several stations allows each child to work on a couple of various works and it also keeps the party moving. If you are going to have a few different craft tables, be sure to keep the crafts simple. If it’s too complicated, you might lose their attention. But, you might also lose your mind.

Tip 4.) Decorate with Interesting party favors, such as streamers, tissue paper flowers, and a cute banner. Use vinyl paper instead of crepe paper or poster board for a durable yet waterproof surface.

Tip 5.) Assign a clean-up crew to help you. If there’s going to be other parents around, give each person a unique cleaning task to make your party end a happy one.

By following these quick and easy steps, your child’s arts and crafts party will be a huge success. Another great point to make is while your kids are outside playing in one of our fabulous inflatables, you can kick back and relax after a birthday well done.

Until next time, be sure to contact us directly for your largest selection in Bounce Houses, Waterslides and more.

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OMG! 5 of The Best Fundraisers Ever!

When it comes to organizing fundraisers, there’s are almost too many options, making it a challenge for event planners. There’s everything from silent auctions to kiss offs and pretty much everything in between. We can appreciate how finding the right fundraiser can make or break your non-profit or charitable cause. So, to help you out, we’ve put together five of the best fundraisers to help launch your thoughts.

  1. Garage Sales
  2. Silent Auctions
  3. Sporting Event
  4. Scavenger Hunt
  5. Bean Bath

Garage sales are one of the best ways to raise funds for your philanthropy causes fast. Organize a location, collect the items for the sale and then, start meeting your goals. In some cases, this type of sale, can raise in the ballpark of $1000 or more even if you select one day for the event. Any leftover items can be donated to thrift stores or other non-profit organizations.

Next, is the Silent Auction. It’s profound how much someone may be willing to bid on your old junk. Don’t forget, you can organize an event such as an auction by creating the event page on Facebook or Google Hangouts. Wait till you see how quickly your goal is met.

In addition to silent auctions, sporting events have become rather popular with fundraising efforts. Get together celebrities from your schools or churches and the local community, sell tickets and paraphernalia and watch the crowd go live! These types of competitions are not only a great way to raise capital, they’re super fun to attend.

Now that we’ve discussed a few obvious events to raise money for your charity, think a little more on the ingenious side by hosting a scavenger hunt. Don’t forget to include local businesses who may want to donate products or services such as dinner for two at a local restaurant. These events used to more popular and now are making a comeback.

Lastly, some may find this fundraiser a little on the crazy side. But, let’s face it when it comes to raising money, crowds love to see people squirm. Just picture your principals or teachers having to step into a tub filled with Pork and Beans. What a hoot!

These fundraisers always work best when they’re well planned and include other activities or attractions such as bounce houses and waterslides, so don’t forget to include us!

We hope these suggestions have sparked some ideas and will help you raise money to meet your organizations goals. Let us know how they worked out for you if you decide to take our bouncing advice!

 

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Plan a Science Party for Your Child’s Birthday

As a parent, you already know that keeping kids occupied during a party can be sometimes challenging. You want to keep the activity going without breaking the momentum or the bank. We’ve put together a few tips on what how to throw your child a ‘Science Party’ that will not only keep the kids amused it might teach them something as well.

Kids love to craft and make stuff.

There are recipes online for homemade slime to crystal Geode eggs that are beautiful to look at when finished. You can find a ton of great ideas by visiting a few blogs and Pinterest. If you are planning on throwing your son or daughter a Science Party then be sure to plan up to three or four experiments for the kids to conduct. In fact, the DIY projects are going to be the highlight of your party.

Here’s a few of the links for these fun crafts your guest might like:

  • DIY Crystal Geode Eggs done by Sweet Paul look like a hoot to put together. One thing you’ll love about this site is Professor Figgy makes videos demonstrating exactly how to put the experiment together. Be sure to visit the site and practice making these cool eggs.
  • Next up, we have what’s called Elephant Toothpaste which was found on Preschool Powol Packets which is an excellent resource for teachers. Actually, mom blogger, Carla is a certified teacher who teaches biology. Her experiment called Elephant Toothpaste may get a little messy or sticky since it’s made with soda. Be sure to have plenty of space and set down some tarps before letting the good times roll with this crazy foam. Word to the Wise: If your kids are allergic to soap, this might not work so well.
  • Most parties there will be a limit on the experiments. Ask your child which they think look like the most fun and what their friends would enjoy.

In addition to the entertainment, be sure to include things like Earth Day cookies and a variety of another edible yet, scientific theme. These cookies found on Tammilee Tipps are delicious and the kids love them because of the funky blue and green colors. Give them a try as they are a real treat!

  • You can find fun plates and cups from places like Party City and the dollar store. The popular show ‘Despicable Me is the perfect companion to a science party as the Minions continue to steal children’s hearts today. If you pull up Minions, Birthday Party you’ll find a plethora of incredible ideas suitable for kids of all ages to accessorize.

In closing, we’d like to say these are just a few of the many ideas out there on how to throw your child a terrific birthday party with a science theme.  Of course after all of the science fun, your party goers will be ready to PLAY!  Check our our huge selection of waterslides and bounce houses!  We are ready to deliver to your home, church, or local park so that your party is sure to be a hit.  Be sure to check out the rest of our blog for other tips on celebrating.

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referenced websites hyperlinked in article:

http://www.sweetpaulmag.com/crafts/diy-crystal-geode-eggs

http://preschoolpowolpackets.blogspot.com/2012/01/science-experiment-elephant-toothpaste.html

http://www.tammileetips.com/2014/04/earth-day-cookies/

https://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=minions%20birthday%20party&rs=typed&term_meta[]=minions%7Ctyped&term_meta[]=birthday%7Ctyped&term_meta[]=party%7Ctyped

 

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South Florida Bounce Has You Hopping in April

From the jelly beans to the colored eggs, Easter Sunday has always been a favorite celebration for both families and friends in the South Florida area. The weather is still perfect for outdoor activities such as egg hunts and picnic style parties. This is also the time of year when people are planning their summer and fall parties. In this week’s blog, we help you think of ways to keep the month of April hopping to get your through your party celebrations without messing up one ‘hare!’

First, be sure to decorate with lots of love and pastels. Stop by a place like Michael’s crafts or drop into Pinterest to get fantastic decoration ideas for your home or office. If you get a head start on things like hanging up wreaths and floral arrangements, you’ll have more time to enjoy the décor.

Remember those who are alone or elderly. This holiday doesn’t have to be spent only thinking about chocolate bunnies and peeps. The real PEEPs are the ones who need you most. Stop in and visit one of your neighbors by bringing them a special treat or a cute little gift and watch how much your heart is warmed. Let this time be peaceful and joyous as a little lamb by doing good things for others.

Next, plan the perfect family meal. While ham and scallop potatoes are a tradition in some households, your party doesn’t have to include those items. Get creative. Don’t forget the holiday champagne. Passover or Pesach Seder is shared by lovely bowls of Matzah Ball Soup and who can’t resist braised brisket? No matter what you serve for your family’s dinner you’ll savor it more with every bite since you’re loved ones are there to share with you.

Lastly, be sure to keep the festivities going with lots of activity. Find fun games other than your egg hunts and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Games such as bunny bowling and making Easter slime can be just fun for your little ones.

If you’re planning on throwing a large party at one of the local parks, be sure to give us a call. We’ve got an extensive variety of attractions to make your outdoor event one your family and friends will always remember.

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Retirement Party? Don’t forget the Kids!

It seems that many of us today are constantly on the go. When it comes to planning a party or an event, it makes perfect sense to work smart and not hard. Whether you’re organizing your child’s graduation party or a retirement party for your elderly father, it’s important to remember the kids. Rather than sticking them in another room with their video games, why not open the party for participation amongst all ages? In this week’s blog, we’ve got a few tricks to show you how.

Children tend to get bored easily, and in most cases, parents won’t even want to bring them to an adult themed party. However, today’s society has changed, and it’s more common now to invite the whole family rather than just colleagues and co-workers to such a milestone event. The biggest dilemma and one that is often overlooked is what to do for entertainment? One of our first solutions is, of course, to introduce you to the idea of having a bounce house on site. Whether it’s set up in a front yard or at a park, this is the main attraction amongst both kids and adults.

Next would be a waterslide. Since you live in a place like South Florida, it only makes sense to cool everyone off in the hot tropical weather with a splash of fun. While the children are out having, fun playing in the water, the adults can focus on telling stories about the guest of honor’s accomplishments. Think about it. This is the perfect solution to eliminating whining kids during grandfather’s speech.

Lastly, we’d like to mention; our obstacle courses are an excellent way for adults to participate and compete. As a corporate event planner, you can incorporate some team building skills along with saying goodbye to the employee. Using our many features at your next grown-up party will not only show you’re organized and can handle some pretty unusual tasks, but it will also make you a company hero!

Whether you’re looking to facilitate a phenomenal adult party or one where kids are involved, we have a multitude of solutions to make the day enjoyable for everyone. Contact our staff who specialize in celebrating to make your next party or even a smashing one!

Don’t forget to ask us about table and chair rentals too!

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Great Photo Resources Kids Parties & Events

With technology being in the palm of everyone’s hand, it seems almost redundant to speak of photo resources. Everyone appears to be an instant photographer with the quality of picture taking with your smartphones. However, there are times where finding a good photographer is important. Or perhaps you don’t know how you’ll cover 240 guests when it comes to taking pictures. Well, don’t fret, we’ve got some hot tips for you that will help to capture your son or daughter’s birthday party or any other event, and you won’t have to go bonkers doing so.

Hiring a good photographer may seem easy, but when it comes to covering your child’s event, you want to know you found the best person possible who’s been vetted. Places like Craigslist, might seem reputable and for the most part, they are, but you have no idea who you’re getting. If you do decide to take your chances and hire the photographer from places such as Facebook Marketplace, then ask for up to five references of previous customers. Once you get these references, do your due diligence and check these people out!

Next, you can find a variety of skill sets such as kid photography on the Thumbtack App or Website. Thumbtack does have photographers who have passed a background check for parents wanting to ensure they’re getting someone who is responsible around children. Be sure to check out this app.

Photo booths are another nice way to allow for picture taking where you’re not interrupting facilitating the rest of the party to snap a few shots with your cell phone. Another benefit to renting a photo booth is these individuals works perfectly for large parties. The reason they are ideal for volume guests is that they sit off to the side when people want their photo taken they can do it in a unique way, giving them a hard copy to hang. For fun, you can request all the files to be delivered from the photo booth and then post to Facebook or other places for sharing.

These are a few places for you to consider next time you’re planning a party or event. We’ve got a multitude of different party favors that can make your celebration complete. Be sure to give us a shout if there are any further questions. Until then, happy planning!

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6 Kid Party Ideas for Spring 2017

Each year there’s a trend that streams across South Florida with kid party themes. We try to do our best to inform you of those trends so you can throw the most awesome parties for children around. Whether you’re an event planner or a parent, these kid party ideas will make you a rock-star this spring!

First trend is the Batman Party. Everything can be done in black and white with a bat cake, black balloons and a slew of other party favors that will make your son or daughter think you’re a superhero. Be sure to check out this link from Mom Blogger and Author, Cristy Mishkula.

Next trend is the fairytale-unicorn theme. Your little princess will love the pastel colors along with delightful decorations of rainbows and pinwheels. Don’t forget to create magic horns for hats built just right with colorful streamers to make the kids feel like they’re in their own fairytale kingdom. We just love the ideas that come from Heather’s blog “The Caterpillar Years” with the multitude of great pictures!

For older kids why not turn them onto a Boho party. This is great if your child is a real fashionista. The ideas found on this blog are so adorable and even use wooden pallets for tables. The hot trend in the Boho Party is flowers! If you notice this year’s fashions all lean toward floral and these party ideas are chocked full of pretty little flower arrangements to top it off. This article was found on the “Catch My Party” blog where you can find boat load of other smashing ideas.

Little guys aren’t always the easiest to please when it comes to birthday party decorations. You want something that’s cute and masculine so they aren’t feeling too left out. Jennifer Carroll finds ways to make your child think he’s about to meet Captain Hook with her extraordinary ideas. Be sure to check them out on both Pinterest and Etsy.

Rather than baking cupcakes, these days everyone seems to be leaning toward donuts. Who can blame the masses for the love of these confections? Yumsicles for sure! While we feel, the décor found on the Catch My Party blog regarding Donuts With Abby, we do think these decorations can be applies to older parties as well.

Last trend is perfect if your kids love puppies or kittens. You can have a ton of fun with these super adorable gift ideas such as giving away a stuffed animal for your child’s thank you gifts. Place some faux fencing and pretend these puppies or kitties are up for adoption. Ton’s of excellent features can be found on Heather’s blog, “The Green Way Life and Home”.

We hope these cute ideas will help you plan a totally cool party that is right up there with the latest party themes around. For additional party ideas be sure to book your bounce houses and waterslides at southfloridabounce.com

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Most Expensive Kid Parties in the World!

It’s safe to say that most of us parents wants what’s best for our children. We work hard to give them whatever they want or desire, and that is especially true when it comes to birthdays, graduations, and any other event. Don’t feel bad if you’re still paying off your credit card from your son’s 5th birthday even if he’s in his twenties. If you think you may have overdone it or are curious what the affluent spend on their children’s parties, then read on.

  • The first major expensive blowout party that comes to mind is Elizabeth Brooks where her loving father spent a ballpark of $10 million. His baby girl was turning 13 so David Brooks hired a few bands such a 50 Cent and Aerosmith to party it up with his kid. Insanely enough the cost of the private jet was 1/10 of the budget on Brook’s plane. Next time you open your checkbook, think about the Brooks and tell yourself, you’re getting a deal.
  • If Chuck E Cheese is more your speed, then this next citing will certainly blow you away. Just imagine Wolfgang Puck whipping up tacos in your kitchen. Tom Cruise threw daughter Siri Cruise her second birthday that included butterflies and Puck catering. Insane in the membrane Tom.
  • Granted your kid is graduating is a huge deal. Without a doubt, many of us are thriving on the idea; they will get jobs one day. However, DJ Cuppy must have been proud when he rented the entire restaurant for daughter, Otedola’s big day. Forget the bar be cue; I want what they’re having at $200 a plate! This place is so Boosie; world-renowned Chef Alain Ducasse is the head of the kitchen. Must say, impressive.
  • Just like the graduating kid theory, equally is the wedding for your child. The tradition of the bride’s parents flipping the bill for the ceremonies is one alive today. However, not too many parents can say they fronted $7 million dollars making it one of the most expensive weddings for the US. Although it might be safe to guess, many of these parties rented entertainment of some type we just wonder if any of these parties included bounce houses? We’d like to think they did.

If you’d like to learn more about these parties, visit the individual links to their stories. These are all excellent ways to celebrate, even those with a budget can agree, it’s not the party, it’s how much you love them that counts.

 

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