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Can an Outdoor Bounce House be Moved Indoors?

Inflatable bounce house rentals are in high demand for children’s parties of all types. Unfortunately, the South Florida weather may not cooperate with your party plans. It can be too windy to operate a bounce house or an unanticipated storm can develop. Be aware that some inflatable rental companies will allow clients to move the rental unit to an indoor space.

Potential Locations

Providing there’s enough room to accommodate the rental bounce house – and ensure the safety of users – the inflatable can be set up in a garage, underneath a patio overhang or carport, or indoors. It will still need to be anchored to preven it from tipping over and sand bags can be used to accomplish that task.

Ask the Company

Always ask the rental company if they allow one of their bounce houses to be set up indoors when talking to them about booking the entertainment. Ask to determine specific locations the company would recommend. If it’s allowable, the size of the bounce house will often be a deciding factor.

Size and Safety

Bounce houses are available in multiple sizes. There will have to be sufficient room around the inflatable for children’s safety and to ensure no damage will be sustained by the bounce house. Homeowner’s insurance is another important consideration if someone is injured. Your homeowner’s insurance may not extend to an amusement designed for outside usage if it’s placed indoors.

Best Solution

Even though some companies will allow their bounce houses to be set up inside a home or other area, the best solution is always outdoors. That’s where bounce houses are designed to be used. A bounce house can’t be operated in the rain or when the wind is strong enough to blow around soil. Take those variables into consideration when planning on a bounce house for your party.

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Bounce Houses are Perfect for Backyard Family BBQs

Most people think of a bounce house in terms of fairs and carnivals. Anywhere there’s a
gathering of children age 6 to 12 is a good venue for a bounce house, including a backyard
family BBQ.
Keep Kids Occupied
There’s an inherent appeal in a bounce house that can’t be denied. It’s a great way to keep kids
occupied, entertained, and away from grills or smokers. It’s also an excellent opportunity for
children to work off excess energy that can easily find an outlet in less appropriate ways.
Health Benefits
While the health benefits of a bounce house aren’t usually high on a priority list, the inflatables
are a healthy outlet. They stimulate the circulatory system and represent a healthy aerobic
workout. They help kids improve coordination and balance skills, while strengthening muscles.
Rules and Precautions
Hosts need to know that a bounce house needs to be monitored by a responsible adult at all
times and must be set up in a certain way.
 Set up away from fences, structures, low-hanging tree limbs, and overhead utility lines
 On flat ground free of sticks, rocks, sprinkler heads and similar sharp objects
 Limit the number of children using the bounce house at one time to 3 to 4
 Only use a bounce house in sock feet
 Have kids remove glasses, jewelry and remove any sharp objects from their person that
might damage the bounce house
 Children of the same size, age and weight should use the bounce house at the same
time to minimize the ripple effect
 Never let kids under age 6 use a bounce house or youngsters over the age of 12
 Never use a bounce house in the rain or if the wind is strong enough to blow dust
around
With responsible monitoring and precautions, a bounce house is a wonderful addition to a
backyard BBQ. It provides entertainment for the younger set and gives adults a chance to catch
up on family news.

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Summer Mocktails for Poolside

Nothing beats relaxing by the pool with a cold beverage and a poolside drink doesn’t have to be alcoholic. There are dozens of mocktails available that have all the taste and aesthetic appeal of their alcoholic cousins and youngsters enjoy the “fancy” drinks as much as adults. It makes them feel special and it’s a great way for anyone to enjoy a helping of fruit.

Mocktails are especially beneficial for the body when South Florida temperatures climb and humidity levels increase. They’re cool, refreshing, and are an excellent way to stay hydrated while remaining clear-headed. A quick Internet search will turn up dozens of mocktail recipes that incorporate ingredients encompassing ice cream, cotton candy, juices, and a wide variety of fruits. Some of the most popular mocktails include the following.

Fantasy Float

The two-ingredient goodie combines rainbow sorbet and any preferred flavor of club soda – or clear soda if club soda isn’t available. Place ice cream in a hurricane glass, pour soda over the mix and add a straw. For an extra special treat, garnish with edible glitter.

Feel Good Mocktail

A variation of the Painkiller Mocktail, it contains pineapple juice, orange juice, and coconut cream. Combine the ingredients and mix well before pouring over ice and then shake some more to mix the ingredients. Use toasted coconut flakes to rim the glass, pour over ice, and garnish with maraschino cherries and a pineapple wedge.

Ocean Blue

Blend ice, blue Powerade®, and lemon-lime soda together. Additional ice can be used to “stiffen” a mix that’s too watery. Pour in a clear glass and add a couple of gummy sharks to happily swim around the beverage.

Sparkling Watermelon Kiwi

Lime soda, kiwi slices, watermelon cubes, and ice are all that’s needed for a quick and healthy beverage. Thoroughly mix the ingredients together, serve in a tumbler with a “fancy” straw, and garnish with kiwi slices.

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Host a Carnival Party!

Everybody loves a carnival and with today’s inflatables and food machines, it’s easy to turn a backyard, playground or other space into an environment with all the excitement of a live carnival. Inflatables offer a perfect solution for every aspect of carnival entertainment and appeal and they’re equally applicable for schools, non-profit fundraisers, grand openings for businesses, or a summer party just for the fun of it.

Bubble or snow/foam cannons provide multiple opportunities for play and to turn an ordinary event into a “winter” carnival with special effects. Water slides and dry slides are available and no carnival would be complete without a bounce house. Models are available for youngsters of all ages to fit the theme of the event or set up a bungee trampoline and watch the fun ensue as guests bounce and spin.

Games are an integral part of any carnival and there’s a wide range from which to choose. Individuals can select axe throwing games with Velcro® brand fasteners, basketball toss, tic-tac-toe, ring toss, darts, fish bowl, and a wealth of others. Party planners can choose from the ever-popular skee ball, electronic zap a mole, and strong-man challenge. Carnival-goers can test their pitching speed with a radar gun and life-size lawn and board games are also available.

An increasing number of commercial carnivals are introducing electronic and interactive elements to their offerings and now individuals can do the same. Rock walls, virtual roller coasters, corn mazes, mini golf, and human hamster balls are offered, along with interactive space adventures, mechanical bulls, and surf, snowboarding and skateboarding challenges.

Part of the fun at a carnival is the fun food offerings. Today’s fun food machines enable event organizers to offer treats ranging from snow cones and cotton candy to freshly popped corn and steamed hot dogs. After a snack, a cash cube is always a top attraction to the festivities and don’t forget a photo booth to let everyone commemorate the event in style.

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Simple School Lunch Ideas for the Kiddos

 

School lunches are the bane of parents everywhere. There’s no guarantee that even if you prepare your kid’s “favorite” foods that they’ll eat them. Trying to create healthy selections can be even more difficult. The good news is that there are multiple combinations that can be created with some ingredients that are cost effective, visually appealing, and healthy.

Any type of fruit or vegetables that kids like should be on the menu. One of the tricks parents can use to persuade kids to eat their veggies is to cut them into interesting shapes. Boiled eggs and cheese sticks are always welcome. Kids also need carbs and they can be found in the form of mini muffins and items such as Goldfish crackers.

To add variety, instead of a plain sandwich turn the fillings into a wrap using tortilla shells – a grilled cheese roll up, for example. You can also create unconventional options such as a peanut butter, jelly and banana burrito. Pizza toppings on toast are also delicious.

Sliders that are perfect for little hands are easy using dinner rolls. There’s something about food on a stick that’s particularly appealing. Try placing favorite sandwich ingredients on a mini skewer. Just because its lunch time doesn’t mean the meal can’t encompass breakfast foods. Combine sausage links, mini pancakes or waffle sticks, with fruit and a container of syrup.

Don’t overlook the value of leftovers like tacos and chicken wings. The idea is to offer variety so kids aren’t bored, ensure they’re eating a healthy lunch, and you know they will be since you prepared it yourself. It should incorporate a combination of protein, fruits, veggies, and carbs.

When preparing kids’ lunches you shouldn’t underestimate the value of sauces and dips, along with items like single serve, prepackaged hummus, veggies and fruits. They’re nutritious, convenient, and you don’t have to worry about keeping them refrigerated.

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South Florida Family Outdoor Activities

Heat and humidity levels are high in South Florida and that naturally leads to a desire to cool off. That means that many of the family-friendly outdoor activities will revolve around the water. There are also dozens of other activities that are available to enjoy a fun day out for those that want a land-bound experience. The number of options is so varied that in many instances even residents may not be aware of them.

You don’t have to own a boat, personal water craft or even a paddle board to enjoy the ocean, lakes, and rivers. Numerous rentals are available for varying lengths of time whether you just want to spend a few hours of quiet fishing, go snorkeling or even learn to surf. Florida has a very active surfing community and some of the most accomplished surfers in the world trained at one time in Florida.

Kayaking/Canoeing – Rivers abound in South Florida, providing ample space and scenic views. Some areas pass through wildlife refuges and federally designated wild and scenic locales that feature unique birds, wildlife and plants.

Fishing – From largemouth bass to sea trout, South Florida has a species for a mouthwatering feast. Trophy fishing is also allowed.

Paddle boarding – Better known as standup paddle boarding (SUP), a variety of locations have been designated as good places to take a board and enjoy the scenery that includes rivers, inlets, and established paddle boarding trails.

Boating – From the ocean to dozens of quiet waterways, boating is one of the most popular activities. There are small islands to visit, park waterways to sail, and a wealth of lakes that provide the opportunity to use a personal water craft.

Snorkeling – John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park is the nation’s first undersea park and offers an underwater wonderland to explore. Florida’s reefs are home to starfish, octopus and squid, rays and urchins, along with some of the most brightly colored fish in their natural habitat.

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Event Planning

Party on a Budget

From birthdays to holiday celebrations, people like to party. If you’re expecting a large number of guests or have a limited budget, it’s possible to throw a blow-out party for kids or adults without breaking the bank. All it takes is a little creativity.

Forget the Fancy Venues

Renting a special hall isn’t your only option. You can hold a party at home or in a park and some organizations offer low-cost rentals for the use of their space. If the wear and tear on furniture is a concern for a home party or the weather won’t cooperate, it’s worth considering a low-cost rental.

Digital Invitations

Today’s invitations can easily be sent via invitation apps developed specifically for that purpose. You can issue the invitation and receive RSVPs all online.

Feeding the Masses

Food will be the biggest bite out of your budget so keep it simple and plan your menu carefully. Make it clear in the invitations how long the party will last, which will significantly reduce the amount of food you need. You can also choose to make the snacks yourself if you’re handy in the kitchen.

In some instances, a potluck is the best option. The work doesn’t all fall on you and you can have everyone indicate what they’ll bring, which means you can fill in the “holes.” You can create food categories in your invitations and do be sure to keep everyone informed if there are any food allergies.

Decorations and Supplies

Parties don’t have to have a theme to be successful. If you do choose to decorate or simply want to add a few interesting touches, head to the closest dollar store. You’ll find centerpieces and streamers to seasonal decorations. The dollar store is also a good place to find inexpensive plates, saucers, napkins, cups and utensils.

Entertainment

Music will set the tone and it’s easy to create a playlist for any type of party. A dollar store is also a good place to find inexpensive lawn games, indoor pursuits, or even a piñata for kid’s parties. The same is true for adult fun.

Share the Responsibility

Parties are fun, but the planning can be stressful. Don’t micro-manage or try to do everything yourself. Enlist kids and spouses to help. The whole point of a party is to spend good times with friends and family. You don’t have to decorate elaborately or serve costly appetizers to hold a party that will be remembered for its fun and warmth.

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Hot Dogs From Around the U.S.

Hot dogs are a staple of backyard BBQs and they’re no longer the one-size fits all that you may remember from your childhood. Available in regular lengths of six inches to foot-longs, they can be smothered in any condiment imaginable. The only unvarying constant is that hot dogs come in packs of 10 and hot dog buns remain an eight-pack.

While there are dozens of hot dog brands, some are more popular in certain regions of the U.S. and even the choice of condiments and buns can be a bone of contention among die-hard enthusiasts. The following words of authority on hot dogs come from the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council.

New York Dog

It’s topped with sautéed onions and tomato paste, sauerkraut, and spicy brown mustard, though all-beef franks are typically completed with sauerkraut, melted cheese and Thousand Island dressing.

Chicago Dog

A Chicago dog has chopped onion, pickle relish, yellow mustard, medium-hot pepper, tomato slices, and a dash of celery salt served on a poppy seed bun.

Coney Island Dog

A Michigan favorite, the hot dog is smothered in chili sauce, mustard and onion.

Cleveland Polish Boy

The Polish Boy can be a hot dog or kielbasa. It begins with the meat, followed by a layer of French fries, sweet BBQ sauce or hot sauce, and a layer of coleslaw.

Sonoran Dog

Popular throughout the southwest it originated in Hermosillo, Mexico. It’s a bacon-wrapped hot dog topped with grilled onions, green peppers, relish, chopped tomatoes, mayonnaise, mustard, jalapeno salsa, shredded cheese, and pinto beans.

Rockie Dog

The foot-longs are topped with onions, grilled peppers and sauerkraut.

New Jersey Dog

An Italian hot dog rests in a pizza bread bun, topped with onions, peppers and deep-fried potatoes.

Texas Dog

It’s a hot dog covered in chili, cheese, and jalapenos.

Kansas City Dog

These are topped with melted Swiss cheese and sauerkraut on a sesame seed bun.

Fenway Frank

Boiled and grilled, it’s served with mustard, relish, and Boston baked beans on a New England-style bun.

Reindeer Hot Dog

The hot dog is typically made of caribou, served in a steamed bun, and onions that may be sautéed in Coca-Cola®.

West Virginia Dog

The hot dog is topped with chili, coleslaw and mustard on a steamed bun.

Philadelphia Dog

This is an all-beef hot dog with a fish cake, topped with spicy mustard and sweet coleslaw.

Cincinnati Coney

Hot dogs are topped with chili and grated cheese.

Hot Dogs for All

There’s a hot dog for everyone in the U.S., from the cream cheese covered dogs in Seattle to the coleslaw and Vidalia onion-topped dogs favored in the south. No matter what they’re topped with, they’ve been a hit since German immigrant, Charles Feltman, sold the first hot dog on Coney Island in the 1860s.

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Ways to Reduce Your “Single Use Plastic”

The U.S. generates more than 30 million tons of plastic waste each year and it’s not even the top producer. Those levels continue to escalate and only seven percent is recycled. It breaks into trillions of little pieces that pollute the ground, water, and kills wildlife. Plastic waste is a severe environmental hazard around the globe.

You don’t have to alter your lifestyle to be environmentally responsible. Just a few small changes can make an enormous difference. The following are some of the easiest ways to make a difference and reduce single-use plastic.

  1. Don’t use plastic straws, even at eateries. Buy a reusable glass or stainless steel straw that you can take with you anywhere you go.
  2. Buy a plastic or insulated steel water bottle instead of purchasing bottled water. It can be refilled almost anywhere and you’ll be saving money.
  3. Instead of disposable razors, invest in one that uses replaceable blades.
  4. Bring a reusable, cloth shopping bag to take home purchases at stores or farmer’s markets and remember to wash them often. Plastic grocery bags take 1,000 years to degrade. Say no to plastic produce bags and containers.
  5. Choose matches over disposable lighters or use a metal lighter that can be refilled.
  6. Forgo plastic silverware at home. You can also request that restaurants not include plastic utensils in take-out orders.
  7. Consider keeping a set of bamboo eating utensils for dining at informal eateries and on the go.
  8. Take lunches and snacks to work, school or outings in reusable plastic containers and bags.
  9. Not all plastic jugs can be recycled. Purchase products such as juice and laundry soap in recyclable packaging whenever possible.
  10. Buy fruits, veggies, pasta and cereal in bulk and repackage at home in reusable containers. It also saves money.
  11. Don’t buy fruits and veggies in individually packaged cups. Buy a large can and preserve leftovers in reusable containers.
  12. Rethink frozen meals and convenience foods.
  13. Learn what’s recyclable and what isn’t. Most cities offer curbside recycling programs.

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Uniquely Florida Mother’s Day Gifts

Millions of children are racking their brain for a unique Mother’s Day gift, but they may not be thinking far enough afield. There’s a wealth of unique gifts for Moms living in Florida, along with those that find themselves transplanted to other locales around the world. Here are some suggestions to make Mom’s day extra special.

Key Lime

Floridians are serious about key lime and there are a number of shops throughout the state that will deliver a basket of lime-based goodies direct to Mom ranging from lotions to sweets. Or you can take her for key lime pie on a stick.

Garden Gladiators

Florida is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse botanical gardens and arboretums in the U.S. Consider an outing to one of the state’s many gardens specializing in tropical plants, roses, orchids, herbs or collections from six continents.

Sports

Let Mom display her team spirit with jerseys, jackets, sweatshirts and hoodies, totes, bags and footwear from the Miami Dolphins, Jacksonville Jaguars or Tampa Bay Bucs.

Mystery and Puzzle Fans

Take Mom into a real-life mystery that’s part puzzle and part scavenger hunt to locate clues in an hour-long escape room adventure. No one will be disappointed with one of these adventures.

The Need for Speed

For the Mom that doesn’t believe in slowing down, take her on a Walt Disney Driving Experience. Mom can take a ride-along for six laps with a professional driver in an exotic high-performance car.

Dolphins and Manatees

Mom can swim with dolphins at Discovery Cove, Dolphins Plus, Gulf World Marine Park, and Miami Seaquarium. If Mom is a fan of manatees, adopt one for her at Save The Manatee that works to preserve the gentle, endangered national treasures of Florida.

Bounce House and Slides

For a day at home that lets Mom rest or join the fun as she desires, South Florida Bounce has water slides, bounce houses, interactive games, photo booths to commemorate the day, and food machines so she doesn’t have to cook.

Stand-Out Gifts

It’s easy to give Mom a uniquely Florida gift for Mother’s Day. Entertainments and activities abound that cater to a wide range of interests that will create memories that will always be remembered.

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