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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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Hot Tips for the Best Quinceanera

Your daughters Quinceanera is one of the biggest parties you’ll ever throw. From the dress to the entertainment, this is one of those times in your child’s life where you get to shine. The fiesta where a young girl becomes a woman is told in many cultures. If you’re from Latin roots, then you know this festival is called a quinceañera. In this week’s blog, we give you some hot tips on how to throw the best quinceañera.

  1. Decor and Color schemes are mostly pastels for the Little ladies. This year the hottest tip we can give you on decor and dress colors is peach and gold. While there are many gorgeous colors to choose, this seems to be the best for 2017 parties.

 

  1. Help your daughter with her guest list. Unless you have all the money in the world, don’t let your child announce her Quinceanera on places like Facebook. This is a big party where the parents have to be involved in the majority of the planning. Help your child by making a guest list with family and a separate column for friends.

 

  1. It’s all about the lighting when it comes to the decor. Glowing orbs, draping lights over a large dance floor and candles give just the right illumination for a festive evening that’s soft and pretty and super feminine.

 

  1. Selecting the right photographer is crucial. Your daughter’s event should be captured with someone who understands lighting as well as how to frame your princess. These pictures will last forever, so make sure you don’t miss the event.

 

  1. Don’t forget to remember the little ones. While this party is typically thought to be for young teenage girls, often the toddlers and the smaller children are left in the dust. Rent the best bounce house, and they’ll be out of everyone’s way for hours.

 

These are just a few tips on how to throw the best celebration for your daughter. We’re sure you want to make this event as special as possible since it only happens once in a lifetime for her.

And before you know it, she’ll be getting married, and you’ll get to do it all again.

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8 Steps to Planning Your Child’s Bat Mitzvah

Many of the Bat Mitzvahs today are now being designed with extraordinary features and festivities. Although this is still respect for the young woman and more so, the religion there’s plenty of reasons to celebrate. We wanted to put together a few tips that should help you when planning your child’s to helping your daughter enjoy this milestone without you heading for the hills.

While the exact meaning mustn’t be misled, celebrating your child’s Bat Mitzvah can be both exciting as it can be nerve wrecking. With these quick tips, you can turn you daughter’s celebration into one she will never forget. Ready, set Mazal Tov!

  1. Challah bread Ceremony
  2. Lighting of the Shabbat Candles
  3. Prayer
  4. Set a meaningful activity such as volunteering to help someone in need.
  5. Your Daughters Speech
  6. Gifts
  7. Kosher Foods to be served
  8. The party

Since the making of the Challah is an important part of the ceremonies, plan your recipe ahead of time and don’t forget to take pictures as the first time your daughter is breaking bread as a woman. You can find plenty of recipes online or perhaps you have one handed down for generations, either way, help your little girl to know how special she is and how important carrying tradition is to her personal connection.

Lighting the candles are another part of this time for young girls to know the significance of the mitzvah. Check YouTube for the proper method of lighting the candles if you’re unsure.

Prayer is an obvious part of the preparations. Since women were the first to teach prayer, it’s important to continue to carry out the religious aspects and what daily prayer can mean.

Volunteering your services isn’t only a great trait to teach our young girls today, it’s also good to set the tone of reminding our daughters how important they are. But, by reaching out to others in need, it provides the lesson of grace and love.

Giving a speech is a part of the mitzvah, and your daughter may have a hard time if she’s shy. Help her out by assuring her you were the same and gave her confidence to accomplish this task.

Gifts to give at a Bat Mitzvah can vary but most common would be money and religious gifts. Don’t forget the rule of 18 which is very popular. Beautiful candlesticks make wonderful and suitable gifts, but they often come from the parents or grandparents.

We’ve seen a real variety of foods served at these types of celebrations. Of course, it’s good to have cake and pastries but keep in mind the rest of the food should be kosher.

The party can include beautiful decorations, inflatable rentals and lots of cool grab bags to pass out to guests. This is the part where you can become creative, and your guests will love it. More importantly, your daughter will remember this celebration for years to come.

Be sure to contact us for items you may need such as tables, chairs and of course an excellent bounce house rental!

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Parent Teacher Fundraising the South Florida Bounce Way

It’s safe to guess that every school year can be filled with lots of fun and activities filling up the calendar. If you have the honor of serving on the board or committee that’s involved with planning events, then this blog is for you. We want to give you a plethora of tricks to store in your fundraising toolbox that will keep things bouncing as well as have the kids wanting more.

Fundraisers don’t just have to be carnivals. Although the school carnival or bazaars are some of the most memorable, they’re not the only sure fire to raise money. On the contrary to the memories, things like restaurant fundraisers, Family School Nights and Auctions have become more popular over the years. In other words, don’t box yourself into thinking there’s only one type of fundraiser. Visit places like Pinterest to get in depth ideas with all the details if you’re in a rut.

Next, if you’re raising money for a cause, be sure to have a dollar amount in mind and set this as the school’s goals. Keeping a mile mark in the front of the line can help lead the others to be motivated and wanting to attend.

Use Choice Boards as a way of getting your student body to be involved. Give them choices for committees to belong to, such as clean up committee, set up, facilitators, and student body council. This idea will not only help you to get things done, but it will also ensure kids will feel they are relevant to the cause.

If you’re looking for an easier method than throwing a big ole celebration, then consider doing a candy drive or some other sales event where the kids will raise foundation funds. Large enterprises such as See’s Candy and Krispy Kreme has excellent ways to build your teams dollars. You’ll, of course, must contact them directly for more details.

We love the idea of facilitating a Pancake Breakfast or a Family School Night. Of course, you can plan a Pancake Breakfast anytime of the day or night but most likely would be on a morning weekend. With Family School Night, you can expect a big screen movie showing along with popcorn sales and have the parents and kids wear pajamas! With nighttime attire, both parents and kids can jump into bed right after the film.

These are some of the less obvious ways to build a trust for your school or board. By thinking outside of the usual, you can learn a lot of ridiculous ideas. Of course, you can always call us for making your party spectacular!

Catch you next time!

 

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Dealing with the After-Holiday Blah’s

The season has come and gone and now everyone who is blasé with vacations, toys, sweets, etc., is now looking for anything to say those horrific words “I’m bored.” As a parent, these words muttered together with that sniveling whine can make you quiver with angst. What do you do? We’ve got the answers right here in this week’s blog.

Hint, Hint: (of course, we’re not going to tell you to rent a bounce house or anything until the end, where you’ll be looking to put us on speed dial)

There are a million, gazillion, trillion answers online. By visiting places like Pinterest and Parenting Magazine, you can find a ton of great games, projects or whatever else floats your kid’s boat. Here’s a one we found ideal for staying home.

The Fizzy Candy Cane Experiment is totally awesome and a great way to rid your children of cavities. Plus, it’s a science project, so it’s okay. You’ll need the following to conduct the process:

  • Leftover Candy Canes
  • 1 Box Baking Soda
  • 1 Bottle Vinegar
  • Any Color Food Coloring
  • A baking pan that’s deep
  • Measuring Cup
  • Spoons

Follow these steps:

  1. Spread all the baking soda out on the sheet.
  2. Place Candy Canes on top of the baking soda and try to spread them out evenly.
  3. Mix food coloring with a cup of vinegar.
  4. With a spoon have each child drop vinegar mixture onto the baking soda in the pan.

If all goes well, there’s going to be a lot of fizz and the colors from the food coloring plus whatever dye is in the candy canes will create beautiful designs of foamy color. If you didn’t like the idea of this project, let’s move onto the next.

Another idea to keep in your boredom briefcase is local activities online.

  • Take your kids to an outdoor yoga camp for a day.
  • You can do a Google Alert for free events in South Florida or Coral Springs.
  • Consider visiting one of the many museums in South Florida. Check to see if they have any days open to free admittance for kids.
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Best Kid-Friendly Apps for 2017

Take a look at the Google Store or iTunes, and you’ll soon realize there’s an app for just about anything. You’ll certainly never run out of apps to select when it comes to parents and adults. But, for 2017 we found some of the best ‘kid-friendly’ apps for your child to enjoy.

The Toca Life Vacation App is available for iPad, iPhone and Android devices. What’s cute about this interactive game is it allows your child to take a vacation and travel to different destinations and includes plenty of touch screen activity such as changing clothing, emptying luggage and a ton of other fun stuff. This app isn’t free but can be purchased for a flat fee. This one is super cute and guaranteed to keep kids entertained for hours.

Duck, Duck, Moose has plenty of learning apps that allow kids to interact with puzzles for everything from learning new vocabulary to games like “PuzzlePop.” These types of games are fantastic for hand to eye coordination as well as memory skills. Just about any of their apps are sure to be a winner for your son or daughter.

Who doesn’t love Angry Birds? We just think the little piggies and all the fun graphics are a hoot! Again, these types of games promote hand to eye coordination as well as memory and depth of perception if you want to get technical. All we know is both kids, and grown-ups love this app!

This app is a little on the steep side as far as price goes, but it’s a great one for teaching kids their multiplication tables in fun and easy to learn menu. If you’re son or daughter is having a difficult time remembering their time’s tables then this app might help as it’s rap for kids that’s friendly and clean. The music helps them learn through a different channel of their cognition.

PBS Kids app is another learning tool that allows your child to brush up on skills like spelling and even science. There are mixed reviews that had to do with upgrading that seem to have been fixed now, and the app is FREE, so it’s worth a try.

Bounce House Arrow is another great game where the kids have to bounce a ball to a victory line. Not as much fun as renting one of our monster bounce houses or waterslides. But hey, it’s still a good time for kids of all ages when they’re bored.

These are a few of the best apps we could recommend for 2017. Let us know what apps your kids love by leaving us a comment.

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Just Common Sense?

In a recent article found in Parenting Magazine, the author highlights some excellent points for do’s and don’ts of taking photos of your child. Rather than adhering to photography 101, they mention the safety issues of making her son’s pic and then distributing it across all your social media channels. Today’s world has become hazardous when it comes to places such as Facebook and Instagram. While we don’t want to discourage anyone from sharing family events and the like, we do think many of the tips in the article were valid. As parents, ourselves, we want everyone to have a safe and happy life without putting our kids in danger. In this blog, we expound on some of the important points you should know.

The first point they make is not to take pictures of your kids during their bath time. It’s downright sad to say they have a point that these types of photos can get into the wrong hands. While we think, kids are adorable, it’s their safety that counts.

Next, up, posting shaming videos may seem innocent but, it’s also something that can make a real mess. We’ve all seen a few videos on Facebook and Twitter where a child pouts or tells off a parent. The article claims this can be devastating in the long run. Not exactly sure how or why but they also advise this type of photo opportunity can cause a child to become stressed or develop anxiety. While this may be true, we do think this is an over the top statement by the author.

Now we know shaming and bath time are out, when do you know when to take a photo? The time may not be right if your child attends a private school where uniforms are worn with a school logo. This can tell perpetrators where your kids go to school. Be sure to give your kids proper instruction when babysitting or attending events. Children should be taught that people can find them online and places like Facebook aren’t good to advertise addresses, situations where they’re home alone or what school they go to. It may seem like common sense to you, but to your kids, it might be a different story.

Lastly, the author gives some excellent advice on not taking photos during unsafe activities. The picture isn’t the important part, the safety of yourself and your children are. People taking pics of your kids while you aren’t looking at all angles of a situation can be dangerous. Parents could be reported if they’re taking photos of their children sitting on their laps while driving a car when they should be in a car seat, can get you into some serious trouble, on top of backlash from your followers. The best suggestions we should think twice before grabbing your smartphone.

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