Quick Tips:Hostess of the Shower?Anyone can plan the shower -- family members, friends and/or co-workers. A mommy-to-be can have many showers but it is wise to consult her or her mother (if it is a surprise) so that the themes can all be different -- this also avoids duplication of gift items. Before the Baby or [...]
Baby Showers are joyous celebrations of Mother and Baby... but if the thought of planning or attending one causes you regrets because of the boring themes and foolish games, we have exciting new ideas for you! The "showering" of a the "Mommy-to-Be" has been popular in many countries for hundreds of years but not in the [...]
Party Plan Milestone Anniversies (10th, 25th, 50th and more) Let this day be a celebration of a lifetime!Whether a 25th or 60th Wedding Anniversary, Milestone Anniversaries are meant to be celebrated.Often times, "surprise" parties are hosted by the children to honor their parents, although married couples enjoy planning and hosting their own celebrations because it is so [...]
Party Plan Milestone Birthday Celebrations (30th, 40th, 50th and more) Milestone Birthdays are cause for special "create memories" parties -- they only happen once in each person's life, whether it is their 30th or 90th birthday. A few easy ideas can turn this special birthday party into a memorable celebration for both the honoree and the guests! 30, 40, [...]
ADULT BIRTHDAYS Are you looking to throw an adult birthday party for someone reaching that "milestone" age? Adult birthdays can be one of the most memorable events in a person's life, provided you throw them the best party ever! Check out our tips and ideas in adult birthday parties for the ultimate party experience... 30, 40, 50, and [...]
Copyrite 2003 by Kimberly Lainson and Mary Ann Ross While cleaning up litter from the roadside,ask each volunteer to let their imagination see each item in a new perception... does the item fit one of the countries listed on the form below?Examples of how to play:Mexico -- Jalapeno Pepper or a can of beans or [...]
Copyrite 2001 by Kimberly Lainson and Mary Ann Ross ...When each piece of litter can be a real find!Examples of how to play:Write the litter found next to each applicable alphabet letter-and-circle the Extra Point Items Contest Results:Awarded by the same group that cleaned up using a show of handswhile eating a no-host lunch at a [...]
Make It Your Story! If there is a nursing home or convalescent center near you, think about holding your hunt on the lawn outside the building (be sure to request permission ahead of time). This is a great hunt for toddlers and pre-school children. One reader wrote this to us: The patients helped and/or watched the staff and parents hide the [...]
We only received a few ideasdevoted to children with physical challenges---We would very much appreciate any ideasyou can share with us so that we may makethis category worthwhile! Email to maryann@thepartyworks.com Blind Children* Place buzzers inside or near plastic eggs*Ask sighted people to ring bells or clap their hands where the eggs are located Children in Wheel [...]
Ideas More on the Traditional Side... While many of these ideas are workable and fun,we suggest reading through them in abrainstorming mode to createthe best of the best of all hunts -- YOURS! Teenagers and Adults Backwards Hunt!Give each child the same number of eggs in a basket and tell them they areto hide all of the eggs [...]