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American Heroes Party Activities

Strap yourself into the cockpit and prepare for some supersonic excitement. This party just won’t be complete without some games and activities that will test the combat skills of the junior military heroes! Get ready for some adrenaline-soaked fun.

Treat the birthday boy to an Army Commando Costume, and a Walkie Talkie Earphone Set. He’ll be ready to take command of his unit when the party starts!
Always a big hit, and both are perfect party starters. Let those who arrive early get “Funtooed” and play with Bubbles while they wait for all the guests to arrive. Our Funtoos are just right for all the little American heroes.
Our awesome 3-D Tank will do double-duty at your party! This giant cardboard prop will provide hours of fun for the party guests as they play in and around the tank, taking turns acting as General, and moving the barrel up and down. Have the kids put on their Army Helmets and grab a flag. Take pictures of each child alone, a group shot, and at least one picture of each child with the birthday boy. A formal pose where the soldiers are standing at attention, saluting the flag would be priceless. The photos can be sent to each guest at a later date with a thank you note.
Complete with an ammo belt and a water bomb launcher, a Camouflage Water Bomb Kit is the ultimate tool for super-soaked birthday fun!
Our American Heroes Ensemble contains two activities for your party: 100 Cannonball Water Bomb Balloons, and a Secret Decoder Activity. You’ll want to hit the bunkers when the water bombs fly!
We carry Face Paint Markers, which you can use to paint camouflage faces. The kids will get a kick out of this one.
Insert small pieces of wrapped candy into balloons before inflating them. Tell the kids that the balloons are the enemies. Encourage them to stomp the bad guys by popping the balloons. For a fun twist on the game, for “round two”, don’t allow them to use their feet! The prize? The candy they uncover!
Divide the party guests into two equal groups to play “Move, Move, Move.” About 25 yards away, create two lines with masking tape, and place mounds of inflated green and black balloons by the lines. These balloons should be over-inflated to make popping easier. At the sound of a whistle the first two soldiers, one from each infantry division, run through an obstacle course to get to the line and remove one balloon. Each must sit on a balloon until it pops. Once the balloon pops, the players run back to the starting line, and tag the next player in line. The obstacle course can consist of old tires, a rope climb on a play set, running through a wading pool, etc. The first team to complete the course wins this head-to-head combat game. Not a quiet game…but a guaranteed favorite!
Play “DEFCON 1” using the same concept as the classic game of musical chairs…one less hat than there are children for each round. Use our Red Beacon Light and a whistle in place of music, and turn the light off and on as the children play. Place Army Helmets on a table that the kids must walk around while the lights are flashing. When the light is turned off, the kids must scramble to put on a hat. The child without a hat must head to the barracks, and the game continues with one less hat until there is one child remaining – the winner.
If the children are over the age of 7, play “Mess Hall Mayhem”. Most kids have never peeled potatoes, but the army is legendary for having cooks who peel hundreds of pounds of potatoes in one sitting. Give each child a safe-grip potato peeler and a big potato, and see who can get the job done the fastest!
We offer some great Piñatas for this theme and we’ve yet to find a child who doesn’t want to engage in some precision pinata bashing, and goodie grabbing at a party!

 

 

Hollywood Party Planning Timetable



Stay organized and prepared with the planning timetable below! You can even print out the list and check off each item as you finish it.

3-4 Weeks Before The Party

• Set budget
• Rent tables and chairs
• Arrange for any special help
• Make a list of your basic supplies and needs
• Send out invitations
• Decide on theme and order decorations

2-3 Weeks Before The Party

• Plan your menu
• Prepare food ahead of time, if possible, and freeze
• Purchase favors and tableware
• Choose music
• Order any flowers
• Determine your event schedule for activities (games, mingling, food) - always have a few extra ideas in your bag

1 week Before The Party

• Finalize the headcount, but be flexible that it may change
• Purchase beverages
• Check camera equipment and purchase film

2-3 Days Before The Party

• Confirm all arrangements
• Purchase any fresh food
• Give helpers a specific task from your list
• Arrange your serving trays and dishes
• Arrange favors
• Decide on what you will wear!

1 Day Before The Party

• Decorate!
• Complete food preparation and pick up ordered food items
• Set tables
• Make room for coats and purses
• Purchase ice

The Day Of The Party

• Put out any outdoor decorations
• Set out bowls of candy and nuts
• Give last-minute instructions to helpers
• Set up the bar
• Prepare any last-minute food
• Put your camera out so you are sure to capture the memories
• Start the music, light candles, set the mood
• Get ready for the event – a bath, glass of wine, exercise – whatever gets you in the right mood
• Relax and enjoy the party!
 

 

Hollywood Party Activities

One element that is essential to a Hollywood Party is to have a photographer available to take plenty of pictures to capture the magic of the evening. Fancy clothing and a festive atmosphere . . . both deserve to be documented and preserved. Create a photo backdrop, and encourage all the guests to stop by to have a "formal" picture taken. Posing and "glamming it up" is highly encouraged! The photographs can then be used as a party favor, along with a Clapboard Frame imprinted with your party slogan to commemorate the evening.
For more informal photographs recruit a friend or hire an amateur photographer to come dressed as the "Stalking Paparazzi". Guests will genuinely feel like celebrities with this camera-toting hound on the loose!
This night is perfect for playing a movie-related trivia. If you are having a sit-down dinner, roll a sheet of trivia questions, and tie it with Metallic Curling Ribbon to match your theme colors. Set the little bundles at each place setting. If you are serving food buffet style, put them in a decorative basket or Top Hat, and let guests play during the party. Provide a list of movies and movie stars, and have guests match as many actors/actresses with the films they starred in, or have them try to match movie titles with the year the movie was released. Another fun "Hollywood" trivia game is to see who can name the most films that have won an Academy Award™ for "Best Picture".
Play a Hollywood variation of 20-Questions. As each guest arrives, pin a Die-Cut Star on his or her back. Each star should contain the name of a different Hollywood star (past or present). The goal for each guest is to find out who they are for the evening by asking only "yes" and "no" questions of the other guests. Limit each person to one question per guest. This is a fantastic game to play if all your guests are not well acquainted, as it encourages everyone to mingle!
Honor the guest of honor, and treat out-of-town guests like VIPs by renting a limousine to transport them to and from the party location! If you have the limo rented for several hours, offer "joyrides" to all the guests!
 

Outrageous Party Ideas
Looking for something different to do for your child or teen's party this year? Then you've come to the right place. The following party ideas come to us courtesy of you – our party-loving pals! We've taken your ideas – added in a few of our own – and come up with the most outrageous parties in town!

Play With the Pros
Attend a professional or semi-pro game (this idea works well for basketball, baseball and football games). After the game, have team members give a short "training camp" to teach kids the basic moves. This idea could also work for other athletic events, e.g. Karate, soccer, or your child's favorite sport / hobby.

Ballet Party
Take children to your local ballet troupe to watch a matinee performance. After the ballet, hire a professional ballet teacher to show the children special moves and a quick routine. Perform the routine for the parents when they come to collect their children!

Victorian Elegance
A wonderful idea for a summer party! Ask guests to dress in their finest party dresses and treat them to an elegant tea replete with dainty sandwiches and scones at a fancy hotel or restaurant. Finish the party by taking guests on carriage rides through the park.

Tour of Trains
Take a step back in time and experience the lost civilized mode of transportation. Take a day trip to another city via the train. Have a tour of the engine car, talk to the chief train engineer, and let kids discover what trains are really all about.

Toys Extravaganza
Rent out a large toy store after hours (we know of someone who rented out F.A.O. Schwartz for the evening!) and let the kids have a veritable field day in the store. After they have played to their heart's content, allow them to select one toy (under a certain dollar amount) as a favor.

Construction Time
The perfect party for young boys! Have trucks and other construction vehicles available to give rides to the children. Set up a giant sandbox for kids to maneuver their construction toys around.

Restaurant / Professional Chef Tips
Get a closer look behind the scenes at your favorite local restaurant, and spend a few hours with the head chef. Many restaurants will allow you to watch and test some of their recipes. Wrap the party up with an elaborate feast in the restaurant.

Fight Fire With Firemen
Take your fireman theme party to the next level and arrange for a tour of your local fire station. Allow kids to dress up in real firemen's coats, hats and boots. Let them slide down the pole, ride the fire engine and watch a short display by the firemen.

Balloon Adventure
Pack a simple picnic and head to the skies for a breathtaking ride your guests will remember forever. Be sure to inform all guests to dress appropriately.

Sky High Adventure
Charter a helicopter for the afternoon and tour your city in a whole new way. Take aerial photographs of your home and neighborhood with panoramic cameras, and fly over favorite locations.

Amazing Animals
Have a zoo to yourself for the evening! Arrange for a personal tour guide to tell special things about the animals, ride all rides, feed the animals, etc.

Formal Dinner
It's time to dress up! Tell all the guests to put on their finest evening clothes for this occasion. Have a fancy limousine pick up each guest at their home and take them to a fancy restaurant. Dine in the restaurant's private room for the ultimate luxury.

An Afternoon Indulgence
Perfect for teenage girls! Pick guests up in a plush limousine and deposit them at your local beauty salon. Schedule manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, hair styling, make-up application lessons and body wraps. Finish the evening off looking beautiful out on the town!

Cinderella for the Night
A Sweet Sixteen favorite! Rent out a large, ornate ballroom at your local country club or hotel and decorate it in Cinderella's favorite décor. Our carriage castle kit, glass Cinderella slippers, and other products will make your child's party fairy tale come true! Offer carriage rides at the end of the evening and mandate that guests don appropriate attire for the occasion.

Carnival
Bring the circus to your house! Set up a carnival in your backyard and let the games begin. Bring in real carnival rides including the zipper and bumper cars. Hire clowns, have face painting and award prizes to carnival game winners.

Petting Zoo
If you don't want to fight the crowds at your local zoo, then bring the zoo to your own home! Set up your very own petting zoo in your backyard for your child's next animal theme party. Be sure to have a variety of animals on hand, and include some exotic animals as well.

Skydiving Escapade
For fearless partygoers only! Check for guest's proneness to vertigo before you venture off with this theme party. Some skydiving companies will even videotape each person's dive – this will make an excellent favor for all the guests.

Your Own Indy 500
If you're lucky enough to live close to a large racetrack, then it's worth inquiring about track rentals. Many tracks will set up driving lessons, allow you to meet famous drivers and take a ride in a racecar.

Make Your Own
Rent out your local pizza place or ice cream parlor and invite guests to make their own pizza or ice cream sundaes.

Amuse Yourselves
Take everyone to a large amusement park for the afternoon. Give kids special T-shirts in a bright color with the party details imprinted on them (this will help you keep track of all the guests). Finish the party with dinner at the park.

Picasso Party
Spend the afternoon at your local art museum – modern, classical or otherwise. Purchase postcards of famous paintings for kids at the gift shop for inspiration. When you return home, arrange for a local artist to give kids pointers and a quick lesson. Easels for all will allow the creative juices to get into gear!

Rock Star for a Day
Rent out your local music studio and have kids make their own CD featuring their own original songs. Or, rent out instruments and let kids make their own band and music. At the end of the day, go to a special concert and get backstage passes to meet the band.

Fishing Extravaganza
Rent a large fishing boat, and have real fishermen help the kids catch large and unusual fish. At the end of the day, take the fish back home, clean them and cook them for dinner.

Get Down with the Dinosaurs
Check out your local history museum for a party that dates back in centuries! After the museum visit, set up a fake archeological dig in your backyard. Finish the party off with a real archeologist or historian to answer the kids' questions.

Get On the Air
Visit your local radio station for a day of audio fun! Arrange to have a professional teach kids how the radio equipment works, and let them record their own broadcast.

Golf Outing
Get the group together – dressed in stylish Tiger Woods garb – and head for the links. Start the outing with a quick lesson from the club's pro, and then it's off in the carts. Our custom-imprinted golf tees, balls, hats and T-shirts will make this day on the course one that will be remembered forever!
 

 

Fifties Party Activities

Party the night away like it's the era of the Fabulous Fifties! These activities are sure to keep your guests smiling!:

A dance contest is a sure way to get all of those grease monkeys and beauty school dropouts into the swing of things! Don’t forget about “The Twist”, “The Mashed Potato”, and “The Bop” to make sure they rock around the clock tonight!
Pull out the pink bubble gum and have a bubble-blowing contest!
How about a hula hoop contest for some hilarious entertainment?
Play “Name That Tune” using old 50’s songs – extra points are given to the team that can name the title and the artist. Reward the winner with a Rock Around the Clock Cola Glass filled with candy.
Have a “car hop” relay. Divide your group into two teams. Give each team a tray with french-fries, a hamburger, a bottle of Coca-Cola, and an ice cream sundae. Each guest must run down to a car window, touch the car, and run back - all without spilling any food. Once they are back, they hand the tray to the next person and so on. The first team to complete the “car hop” wins!
Set up a drive-in movie theater in your back yard and watch “Grease” under the stars!
Set up a great photo opportunity with our 1950’s Car Standee. Don’t forget to personalize the license plate for added memories.
 

 

Mother's Day Party Activites

There are hundreds of activities that would be perfect for a Mother's Day event - it just depends on the ages of your guests and how much activity you and your party setting are prepared to handle. Here are some ideas for you to choose from based on the atmosphere you are trying to attain!

Set up your room like a spa equiped for some major mom pampering! Prepare different spa type activities - have a manicure station, a massage station, and a facial/makeover station. Play relaxing jazz music and light a couple of aromatherapy candles for a smoothing scent.
Play Name That Tune - a perfect game for all ages. You will need a cd player and some compact discs with complilations of songs from different eras. Play the first few bars and see which guest can name the tune the fastest. Keep track of points and award the winner a CD Case.

 

אטרקציה - אטרקציות - אטרקציות אירועים

EVENTS  DICTIONARY - מילון מושגים

• אטרקציה - attraction משיכה; אטרקציה, מקור משיכה, דבר המעורר... אטרקציה - (נ') משיכה, פיתוי, קסם; מוקד משיכה, מקור משיכה, דבר מרתק, דבר המושך תשומת-לב; מופע מרתק.

.productionand expression of esthetics, creation and expression of representations of beauty (as in painting, music, theater, drawing, sculpting, etc.)

1 a: the act, process, or power of attracting b: personal charm2: the action or power of drawing forth a response : an attractive quality3: a force acting mutually between particles of matter, tending to draw them together, and resisting their separation4: something that attracts or is intended to attract people by appealing to their desires and tastes <coming attractions>

synonyms attraction, affinity, sympathy mean the relationship existing between things or persons that are naturally or involuntarily drawn together. attraction implies the possession by one thing of a quality that pulls another to it <felt an attraction to danger>. affinity implies a susceptibility or predisposition on the part of the one drawn <an affinity for mathematics>. sympathy implies a reciprocal or natural relation between two things that are both susceptible to the same influence <two minds in sympathy>.

 

• חתונה - marriage נישואים; חתונה, טקס כלולות; זיווג wedding חתונה; טקס נישואין; חיבור, שילוב, הצמדה nuptials כלולות; חתונה • חתון (>>חיתון) marrying נשיאה (לקיחת בן זוג); חיתון • חתונה (נ') נישואין, נישואים, קידושין, כלולות, חגיגת כלולות, טקס נישואים • חתון (>>חיתון) (ז') השאה, הבאה לנישואין, זיווג, הבאה לכלולות. חתונה nf. marriage, wedding, nuptials • חתון (>>חיתון) nm. marrying • חתונה (נ') נישואין, נישואים, קידושין, כלולות, חגיגת כלולות, טקס נישואים • חתון (>>חיתון). (ז') השאה, הבאה לנישואין, זיווג, הבאה לכלולות.

• בר-מצווה 13 - בר מיצווה בר מצווה בר מיצוה בר מצוה בר-מיצווה בר-מצווה בר-מיצוה בר-מצוה בן שלוש-עשרה, 13, נער שהגיע לגיל מצוות, מסיבה לרגל יום הולדת 13 של נער.bar mitzvah 13 - bar mitzvah bar mizvah bar misvah bar mitzva br mitzvah bar misva bar-mitzvah bar mizvah bar-misvah bar-mitzva br-mitzvah bar-misva Jewish boy who has arrived at the age of religious responsibility and adulthood (13 years old); ceremony celebrating this event

• בת-מצווה 12 - Bath Mitzvah 12 Jewish coming of age ceremony for girls bat mitzvah - bat mitzvah bat mizvah bat misvah bat mitzva bt mitzvah bat misva bat-mitzvah bat-mizvah bat-misvah bat-mitzva bt-mitzvah bat-misva בת-מצווה 12בת מיצווה בת מצווה בת מיצוה בת מצוה בת-מיצווה בת-מצווה בת-מיצוה בת-מצוה בת שתים עשרה, 12, נערה שהגיעה לגיל מצוות, מסיבה לרגל יום הולדת 12 של נערה.

• אירוע - שמחה, מאורע ארוע. event - שמחה, מאורע, מקרה; תחרות . occurrence . מקרה; התרחשות; מאורע . incident - מקרה, תקרית, אירוע, אינסידנט; אירוע... happening -  אירוע, הפנינג. occasion - הזדמנות; אירוע; מקרה, מאורע, תקרית

 • מתנה - (נ') מתת, מתן, שי, דורון, מנחה, תשורה, תשר, אשכר; נתינה מרצון, קרבן מרצון, קרבן מתוך התנדבות מתנה, שי; כשרון טבעיpresent - gift. present, offering; natural talent. display, demonstrate; bestow, grant, give; offer, serve, hold out; show, exhibit. gift, offering, something that is given to another person without compensation. nf. present, gift, offering, tribute, largess, largesse; voluntary sacrifice. adj. existent; in attendance, on hand; of the current times, pertaining to the current times. current time, now; tense expressing the current time (Grammar). present. (פ') להציג; להעניק; להגיש; להראות. (ת') קיים; נוכח; עכשווי. (ש"ע) מתנה; שי.

 צייר קריקטוריסט   ◄ ציור פורטרטים באירועים - אטרקציה - צייר - קריקטוריסט, אטרקציה לאירועים משפחתיים ועסקיים, חתונה, בר מצווה, תערוכות, קד"ם. ציור חיובי, מחמיא, משעשע, הומוריסטי, בצבע, בהליכה + תלבושת ססגונית!!!

  •   על כל דף מודפסת מסגרת צבעונית מצויירת המודפסת בבית הדפוס בצבע.  

  •   הציור עצמו מבוצע בסגנון קלאסי ( דקה וחצי )

או בצבע ( 3 דקות ), לפי המצב באירוע.

  •   160 ציורים על דפי A3 הכוללים מסגרת מודפסת ב  צבע .

  •   מתנה אישית, מזכרת פרסומת לנצח.
    צייר קריקטוריסט לציור פורטרטים באירוע, תוך כדי הליכה וריקוד בכניסה, בקבלת פנים ובהליכה בין השולחנות.
    ציור 160 ציורים בצבע על דפי A3 צבעוניים באירוע !!!
    פעילות אמנותית – הומוריסטית – חברתית הומוריסטית משעשעת שמכניסה הרבה אנרגיה חיובית, אווירה של אמנות, הומור, שמחה, אינטרקציה ותקשורת חיובית בין האנשים לכל אורך האירוע...
    כמו שרואים בסרטים צרפתיים. אלו עם הכינורות, שעוברים ומנגנים בין השולחנות. רק שבמקרה שלי, קוראים לצייר לפה, קוראים לצייר לשם, ובסוף גם נשאר לבן אדם ציור ביד.
    מראים אחד לשני את הציור. צוחקים, נהנים. אטרקציה באירוע – ציור מזכרת פרסומת לנצח.
    נ    יתן לבצע את פעילות ציור פורטרטים ב:
    בכניסה, בקבלת פנים, תוך כדי הליכה בין השולחנות, ליד רחבת הריקודים כדי למשוך את האורחים אל רחבת הריקודים, באוטובוס, בטיול, ברכבת, במטוס או בישיבה במקום כלשהו.

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הוספת  הקדשה , שתופיע על כל דף.

 בתוספת:  200 ש"ח.

 

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מצגות אנימציה

ארגון / הפקת אירועים, קד"מ קידום מכירות תערוכה תערוכות יום עיון ימי עיון, פסטיבל פסטיבלים הפקת אירועים אירועים כנס כנסים הפקה, תאורה תאורה לאירועים הגברה לאירועים שירותי בר קייטרינג אירועים, דוכני מזון פוסט פרודקשן קופירייטרים תפאורה עיצוב תערוכות, צילום אירועים זיקוקין קוסמים ליצנים במות אוהלים הצללה, הפקת אירועים - כללי, הפקת אירועים עסקיים, במאי אירועים / קריאטיב, מוצרי דפוס נוספים, יח"צ / פרסום אירועים וכנסים, מיחשוב / משחקים / אינטראקטיב, מעצבי אירועים / מעצבי תפאורה, מעצבים גרפיים, מרצים / סדנאות / מנחים / קריינים, מתנות / גימיקים / עזרי שיווק, פוסט פרודקשן / מצגות / אינטרנט ומולטימדיה, צילום אירועים, וידאו, סטילס, התקנת שלטים, שילוט, בינוי תערוכות, הפקה, יזום, שיווק תערוכות, עזרים לתערוכות, עיצוב תערוכות, תפאורה לאירועים - בינוי, קד"מ, הפקת אירועים, תערוכות.

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• קריקטוריסט - צייר קריקטורות - ציור פורטרטים באירועים קריקטוריסט צייר קריקטורות אטרקציות לאירועים קריקטורות קריקטוריסט קריקטורה קריקטוריסטים ציירי קריקטורות צייר קריקטורות ציור קריקטורה ציור קריקטורה בר מצווה בת מצווה מסיבת רווקות צייר קריקטורות קריקטוריסט (ש"ע) צייר קריקטורות, עיתונאי המעביר את המסר דרך תמונות קריקטורה, צייר פורטרטים באירועים, חתונה, בר מצווה, בת מצווה, תערוכות, אירועים משפחתיים ועסקיים, קד"ם. cartoonist יוצר סרטים מצוירים, יוצר סרטי הנפשה caricaturist

• קריקטוריסט (צייר קריקטורות) - צייר - painter צייר; אמן, צבע drawer מגירה; מושך; צייר; שרטט • לצייר - paint לצבוע; לצייר.

קריקטוריסט צייר קריקטורות אטרקציות לאירועים קריקטורות קריקטוריסט קריקטורה קריקטוריסטים ציירי

 קריקטורות צייר קריקטורות ציור קריקטורה ציור קריקטורה בר מצווה בת מצווה מסיבת רווקות צייר קריקטורות

קריקטוריסט (ש"ע) צייר קריקטורות, עיתונאי המעביר את המסר דרך תמונות קריקטורה, צייר פורטרטים באירועים, חתונה, בר מצווה, בת מצווה, תערוכות, אירועים משפחתיים ועסקיים, קד"ם. תערוכות, כנסים, ימי עיון, הרצאות, השתלמויות, הנפקות, השקות, פתיחות, קורסים, מועדים חוקיים, אירועי תרבות וספורט מרכזיים, חופשות ושבתונים ועוד...

• צייר - (ש"ע) אמן בציור, מומחה ברישום ציור אמנות artist n. one who creates works of art (paintings, sculptures, etc.) • לצייר - (פ') לעשות ציור, לרשום, לשרטט, לאייר, לעטר, לצבוע, לקשט, לשרבט, לצור צורה; לתאר, לדמות, לדמיין • להצטייר - (פ') להיות מתואר, להידמות, להיראות, להיתפס כ-, להיחשב, לעשות רושם של-; לצייר עצמו, להתחפש. ציור painting ציור; תמונה; צבעות drawing ציור, רישום; משיכה description תיאור portrayal תיאור; ציור; גילום(במחזה או סרט) picture תמונה; ציור; סרט; התגלמות • ציור - (ז') מלאכת הצייר, רישום, שרטוט, איור, עיטור, מעשה אמנות, צביעה; תיאור; תמונה, צורה, דמות, דיוקן.

• קריקטורה - caricature קריקטורה (רישום סאטירי; דבר מגוחך) cartoon קריקטורה: סרט הנפשה, סרט מצויר, קריקטורה (נ') ציור מצחיק, תיאור מעוות, ציור מופרז, תמונה המעבירה מסר, סיפור בתמונות. • caricature n. drawing that exaggerates certain physical characteristics; something absurd v. draw a satirical cartoon; distort and exaggerate reality (in cartoon or comic form) • caricature (ש"ע) קריקטורה (רישום סאטירי; דבר מגוחך) (פ') לעשות קריקטורה (להעמיד באור מגוחך); לצייר קריקטורה (רישום סאטירי). קריקטורה nf. caricature, cartoon • אמנות - art, artistry; mastery, artfulness

• פורטרט - nm. portrait • פורטרט - (ז') דיוקן, דמות, תמונת אדם, ציור פנים • דיוקן - nm. portrait, image, likeness, profile • דיוקן - (ז') קלסתר, פורטרט, מראה פנים, דמות, צורה, צלם, תבנית, בבואה, סמל קלסתר (ז') תווי פנים, פרצוף, צורה, הופעה, דמות; זיו, זוהר, ברק, בוהק, בהירות, אור, קרינהnm. physiognomy, features, mien; brightness פרצוף (ז') פנים, קלסתר, חזית הראש, מראה, תואר, דמות, צורה, טיב, אופי, תכונה, ברנש, אדם, מישהו, פלוניnm. face, visage פנים nmf. face, front nm. interior, inside, inward, within side, facet; characteristic • פנים - (זו"נ) פרצוף, חזית, קלסתר, החלק הקדמי, קדמת, שטח חיצוני, מה שנראה לעין, מראה, תואר, דמות, צורה, אופן
(ז') תוך, תווך, גו, קרביים, קרב, אמצע, עובי, עומק, גוף, בשר
• פן  - (ז') צד, צורה, אופן, עבר, כיוון, נקודת מבט; טיב, תכונה, אופי, מכלול תכונות, התנהגות • פרצוף - face פנים; פרצוף; פני-שטח; חזית; חוצפה... visage פרצוף; מראה (ז') פנים, קלסתר, חזית הראש, מראה, תואר, דמות, צורה, טיב, אופי, תכונה, ברנש, אדם, מישהו, פלוני. פורטרט portrait פורטרט, דיוקן; מצב אנכי של דף; (במחשבים)... • פורטרט - (ז') דיוקן, דמות, תמונת אדם, ציור פנים. feature מאפיין, סממן בולט; מבנה-פנים; סרט באורך...

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Tips for the Bride
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One of the most prominent mistakes which brides do is that they do not share the responsibility with anyone else. They take it to themselves. She may think that she can do everything on her own. She may turn down the offers from friends or family members.
But the real fact is that if bride delegate the responsibility to others, the things can work more smoothly than taking the entire responsibility to her. She must try to understand that everything should be perfect on the wedding day and if something does not go on exactly as planned she is likely to be the only one to notice. And the other people might be enjoying the situation. However, it can be difficult for a bride to delegate responsibilities and learn to let others help her.
Dress is the most important part of the wedding. It generally took months until the brides get some perfect dress to wear, so it is quite difficult to delegate the responsibility for the care of the dress. The presence of bride is very essential for the shopping of her wedding dress. She must be also present to take a trial in advance. However, she must delegate the responsibility of getting it cleaned and stored to someone else. It relieves her from the worrying about the wedding dress from being ripped or soiled. Generally every bride has a temptation to try the dress even once before the wedding. However, keeping the outfit in the hands of other person can minimize such changes and dress can be protected for the big day.
There are various last minute details that need to be taken care of. These details may include putting out the centerpieces, setting out the place cards and arranging the flowers. These tasks are not difficult to handle, but since everything should be perfect, some should be given responsibility to handle these tasks. This is the best opportunity for the bride to understand that other people are can do the jobs in a perfect way and if there is a little bit of mistake on their part, then it should be dealt with. If something is slightly remains unattended, then do not focus your entire attention on it. If a bride keeps worrying about the little things, then she might be robbed of her beauty and may not look gorgeous even after a wearing a costly costume or heavy make up, because the face is the mirror of mind and beauty comes from inside.
nce the bride is able to understand that she might be willing to let someone else take over the small responsibilities, there are fewer details to take care of. However it may not appear significant, but it can surely help you.
ddressing thank you cards after the marriage can be a tedious job. You might be tired after the hectic schedule that you have been undergoing since weeks and left with a little energy to do these jobs. You can ask some of your bridesmaid to do it for you. She might take this responsibility to her and write the cards on your part.
So, shed off your responsibilities and enjoy your wedding as well as your honeymoon

 

Tips to Make Your Wedding Unique

Planning a wedding can be exciting, hectic and frustrating all at the same time. Somehow, after all of the hours of hard work, a spectacular wedding emerges. Here are a few little touches to consider when planning your wedding.
Ask the florist to place two loose roses in your bridal bouquet. During the wedding ceremony, perhaps during a hymn or after the lighting of the candles, remove the two roses. Together, as bride and groom, walk down to both sets of parents. Greet the bride's parents first, and present the mothers with the roses. Give each parent (father and mother alike) a small hug and a quick word or two of love and thankfulness. ("Thank you for everything, I love you" - "Thanks for being such wonderful parents" - "Thanks for sharing your wonderful son with me") Return to the altar. If there are more then two sets of parents ask the florist for more "loose" roses in the bouquet and visit each set or individual. This entire process should be executed quickly.
Often times a receiving line at a reception can be very long, and the process can be tiring and tedious for the wedding party and guests alike. One way to have a brief visit with each guest is to usher guests out, aisle by aisle, as the new Mr. and Mrs.. After the big kiss and the recessional walk down the aisle, let the main ushers return for key family members…Moms and Dads and grandparents. Return down the aisle as husband and wife. Stand at the first row and invite the guests to leave the church. As they get up to leave, greet each guest and say a QUICK "thank you for coming – you look great – See you at the reception – save a dance for me – " etc. The guests can then proceed to the back of the church, where, if your parents wish, they can also say hello and thank the guests for coming. The key here is to keep the lines moving so no one is waiting too long. Guests are much more comfortable sitting and waiting to be greeted with beautiful music playing than they are standing in a long line!
Everyone always wonders who's who in the wedding party. Why not spell it out in the program. There is usually plenty of room on the back or inside of the program to give a brief bio of each individual in the wedding party. You might list how you are related, how you met, how long you've been friends, etc. It is also fun to add a small note to personalize each such as: Lynn and I have been friends since we were 3. She taught me how to make perfect mud pies and later double dated with me at the Senior Prom. She has been a dear friend for as long as I can remember. Lynn currently lives in Chicago and works for Quaker Oats. Remember, keep it clean and nice. What may seem like a good joke when you are working on the drafts may not be appropriate on your wedding day. Bear in mind that your grandmother will read this!
Another fun program addition is courtship highlights. List key locations, players, and events that lead up to the wedding day. Perhaps the name of the person who introduced you, the name of the first movie you went to, the location where you first said "I Love You". The list does not require explanation, as those close to you will know most of them and for others it is fun to figure them out as you wait for the ceremony to start.
If you will be moving, why not list your new address on the back of the program.
It can never hurt to thank your parents and friends in writing. For example: A special thank you to our parents for supporting us through the years. For being there through tears and laughter. You have made our lives special with your love and understanding. As we begin as two, we pray to follow the example of love and family commitment that you have presented to us. All our love."
Bubbles are a fun addition to a wedding or reception. Have guests blow bubbles as you leave the church or as you leave for your honeymoon.
Place a small basket of essentials at the church and at the reception for the wedding party. Place it in the restrooms. Most attendants will not be carrying a purse. Include in the basket items for makeup touchups, safety pins, brush and a comb, breath mints, bobby pins, perfume, you name it. This can save last minute panic!
Design a Wedding Recipe book. Pass it to friends/special guests and allow them to add their special recipes for a happy marriage.
If any young children are to be included in the reception, make plans to keep them occupied during the meal and special toasts. Prior to the wedding, leave a coloring book and package of crayons at each child's place setting. They will be excited…and quiet!
Scatter various herbs on the entry or dance floor so the air is filled with a delicious fragrance. Try thyme, mint, lemon balm or ground eucalyptus. Create an instant feeling of warmth and happiness.
Instead of using numbers for your tables, give them names. Use names of romantic figures, such as "Cupid", "Casanova", "Romeo" and "Juliet" and others. Or, choose names that are special to you – countries you have visited, cities located in the country you will honeymoon, etc.
Entertain your guests with a special video or slide show of the happy couple from childhood to current time.
Honor your parents by using the cake-topper from their wedding cake, displaying photos from their wedding day and by playing their wedding song.

 

 


 

Jewish Wedding

Culture and Traditions
A traditional Jewish wedding is full of meaningful rituals, giving expression to the deepest significance and purpose of marriage. These rituals symbolize the beauty of the relationship of husband and wife, as well as their obligations to each other and to the Jewish people.

In preparing for the wedding, the chatan (Hebrew for groom) and kallah (bride) should not only pay attention to the material and temporal aspects of married life, but should focus as well on ensuring their religious, spiritual and moral readiness for the future.

The following guide explains the Jewish wedding traditions to help you better understand the beauty and joy of the celebration.

THE WEDDING DAY

The dawning wedding day heralds the happiest and holiest day of one's life. This day is considered a personal Yom Kippur for the chatan and kallah, for on this day all their past mistakes are forgiven as they merge into a new, complete soul.

As on Yom Kippur, both the chatan and kallah fast (in this case, from dawn until after the completion of the marriage ceremony). And at the ceremony, the chatan wears a kittel, the traditional white robe worn on Yom Kippur.

KABBALAT PANIM

It is customary for the chatan and kallah not to see each other for the week preceding the wedding. Separate receptions, called Kabbalat Panim, are held just prior to the wedding ceremony.


Jewish tradition likens the couple to a queen and king. The kallah will be seated on a throne to receive her guests, while the chatan is surrounded by guests who sing and toast him.

At this time there is a tradition for the mother of the bride and the mother of the groom to stand together and break a plate. The reason is to show the seriousness of the commitment -- just as a plate can never be fully repaired, so too a broken relationship can never be fully repaired.

BADEKEN

Next comes the badeken, the veiling of the kallah by the chatan. The veil symbolizes the idea of modesty and conveys the lesson that however attractive physical appearances may be, the soul and character are paramount.

The chatan, accompanied by family and friends, proceeds to the kallah's room and places the veil over her face. This is an ancient custom and serves as the first of many actions by which the groom signals his commitment to clothe and protect his wife. It is reminiscent of Rebecca covering her face before marrying Isaac.

CHUPAH

The wedding ceremony takes place under the chupah (canopy), a symbol of the home to be built and shared by the couple. It is open on all sides, just as Abraham and Sarah had their tent open all sides to welcome friends and relatives in unconditional hospitality.


The chupah is usually held outside, under the stars, as a sign of the blessing given by G-d to the patriarch Abraham that his children shall be as the stars of the heavens.

The chatan and kallah will wear no jewelry under the chupah (marriage canopy). Their mutual commitment to one another is based on who they are as people not on their respective material possessions.

The chatan, followed by the kallah, are usually escorted to the chuppah by their respective sets of parents. Under the chupah, the kallah circles the chatan seven times. Just as the world was created in seven days, the kallah is figuratively building the walls of the couple's new home. The number seven also symbolizes the wholeness and completeness that they cannot attain separately. The kallah then settles at her chatan's right-hand side.

BLESSINGS OF BETROTHAL (KIDDUSHIN)

Two cups of wine are used in the wedding ceremony. The first cup accompanies the betrothal blessing, and after these are recited, the couple drinks from the cup.

Wine, a symbol of joy in Jewish tradition, is associated with the Kiddush, the sanctification prayer recited on Shabbat and festivals. Marriage, which is called Kiddushin, is the sanctification of a man and woman to each other.

GIVING OF THE RING

The ring should be made of plain gold, without blemishes or ornamentation (e.g. stones) -- just as it is hoped that the marriage will be one of simple beauty.

The chatan now takes the wedding ring in his hand, and in clear view of two witnesses, he declares to his wife, Behold; you are betrothed unto me with this ring according to the laws of Moses and Israel. He then places the ring on the forefinger of his bride's right hand. According to Jewish law, this is the central moment of the wedding ceremony, and the couple is now fully married at this point.

KETUBAH (MARRIAGE CONTRACT)

Now comes the reading of the Ketubah (marriage contract) in the original Aramaic text. In marriage, the chatan accepts upon himself certain marital responsibilities which are detailed in the Ketubah. His principal obligations are to provide food, shelter and clothing for his wife, and to be attentive to her emotional needs. The protection of the rights of a Jewish wife is so important that the marriage may not be solemnized until the contract has been completed.
The document is signed by two witnesses, and has the standing of a legally binding agreement. The Ketubah is the property of the kallah and she must have access to it throughout their marriage. It is often written amidst beautiful artwork, to be framed and displayed in the home. The reading of the Ketubah acts as a break between the first part of the ceremony -- Kiddushin (betrothal), and the latter part -- Nissuin (marriage).
In preparing for the wedding, the chatan (Hebrew for groom) and kallah (bride) should not only pay attention to the material and temporal aspects of married life, but should focus as well on ensuring their religious, spiritual and moral readiness for the future.
 

Wedding Toast Tips
Tips - Plan Your Reception
Wedding toasts are certainly much easier to prepare than a wedding speech is for your Richmond Hill wedding. Normally, the person proposing the toast will have a short humorous story to tell about the bride or groom (or whomever they are toasting) and will then proceed with the actual toast.
Here are some tips to help you get a start on preparing your wedding toast before the big day for your wedding:
Keep your toast short, no more than one to two minutes. Remember wedding toasts are not wedding speeches for your Richmond Hill wedding.
When you're ready to make your toast, be sure to stand up so people can see you in your Richmond Hill wedding.
Before toasting, give the guests time to refill their glasses in your Richmond Hill wedding.
If you are the one receiving the toast, stay seated in your Richmond Hill wedding.
Hold your glass in your right hand when proposing the toast and raise the glass toward the person you are toasting when you are finished in your Richmond Hill wedding.
After a toast, it is customary for everyone to clink glasses before sipping in your Richmond Hill wedding.
Humor is good, humiliation is not. Do not bring up old romances or other extremely embarrassing subjects, and keep the stories clean and appropriate for the audience. Keep in mind that there are usually older people (grandparents) and children present in your Richmond Hill wedding.
Practice your toast before the wedding. Some people have a knack for winging it, but it's best to be prepared in your Richmond Hill wedding.
 

 

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The age of maturity (12 years for girls, 13 years for boys) that child becomes responsible for him / herself under Jewish law. At this point a boy is said to become Bar Mitzvah, a girl is said to become Bat Mitzvah. In Biblical Hebrew, the word "bar" or "bat" could also mean "subject to," e.g., a particular tax, penalty, or obligation; therefore a more accurate translation of the term may actually be "subject to commandment."
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Hanukkah Party Activities
Here are a few ideas to make your party special for your guests:
Along with the custom of centering conversation around ancient miracles, ask each guest to come prepared to share an inspiring story of their ancestors, or something that has touched them in a special way in the past year. Giving guests the opportunity to prepare will make this a very special activity - encourage them to bring photographs or any other props that would be appropriate to their story. You might even want to record the stories on video tape, or on a tape cassette recorder.
Play the traditional Hanukkah game played with a Dreidel, a spinning top. Purchase these from us and pass them out as favors for your guests to take home.
Instead of a "Cookie Exchange" have a latke exchange! Have everyone make their favorite latke recipe (enough for everyone that will be attending the party), and then share everyone's favorite recipe!
Involve all your guests in singing all the traditional blessings. For a special treat, invite a Cantor into your home to sing for you. Two favorite Hanukkah songs are "My Dreidel" and "Hanukkah O Hanukkah".
A Chanukah party is the perfect occasion for all manner of board and card games. Choose your favorites, and then set up several small card tables around a room, so that guests can rotate, and choose their favorites. It would be perfectly appropriate to award prizes and/or favors for the skilled or lucky in your group!

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I Love Art Wedding

I love art. I live it and breathe anything artistic. So when I thought about getting married, the wedding clearly had to showcase this secret passion. Clearly, it was not going to be a small task to conjure up a wedding nuptials theme with the world of art as the centerpiece and foundation.
Things probably wouldn't have turned out so well if it wasn't for my husband, then fiancי, Daniel. We first met on a blind date three years ago when I was an art history student at the University of Minnesota majoring in studio art. We quickly connected when we learned that of the love for art was something we both had in common. Lucky for me, my favorite artist in the whole world, Picasso, happened to by Daniel's great uncle by marriage. Although Daniel had never met his great uncle, there were many family stories that he shared with me. Before we knew it, one date had turned into a dozen and a year later we were engaged.
As we sat down to plan the wedding, Daniel and I decided we absolutely had to have a ceremony and reception that reflected our artistic personalities, our religious backgrounds (he's Jewish and I'm Catholic), and our strong sense of family. Since the wedding ceremony was to be interfaith, we decided why not be unique and have it at our favorite art museum, the Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum at the University of Minnesota. The museum was the first museum designed by the famous architect, Frank Gehry, and has been hailed as one of "five most gorgeous galleries on Earth" by the New York Times. Without a doubt, this was a special place to share wedding vows and make our special day different and memorable.
The inside of the gallery is visually stunning lit by lofty skylights so we decided to keep it unadorned (no wedding accoutrements) as the space, with it's modern masterpieces throughout, spoke for itself. We felt decorations might diminish the splendor of the artwork and steal the thunder of the gallery's natural beauty. To acknowledge our appreciation for Picasso, his painting entitled, Guernica, was picked as the backdrop to our ceremony and played off the piece's rich oranges, yellows and reds for the wedding's color scheme. Our invitations, seating cards, and programs were printed in deep orange ink while all the maids of honor were dressed in persimmon silk strapless dresses and held sun-colored bouquets of calla lillies.
Holding family and friends dear to our hearts, we didn't want a wedding with a lot of sizzle and no time to mingle with loved ones--especially those who would be coming from across the country. Consequently, we decided to hold both the ceremony and the reception at the musuem to insure we would have lots of time to walk about our guests share pleasantries. There's nothing worse than inviting someone to your wedding and then never getting a chance to say hello or thank you because of all the bride and groom business. If anyone out there feels the same way, I highly suggest lengthening your cocktail hour to give yourself more time to mix and mingle.
Not forgetting our guests were inside a gallery, we made it a plan to encourage everyone to roam around the museum and admire the artwork. As much as there would be time and opportunity to dance, we also wanted music playing as background atmosphere for strolling through the museum. Thus, our music selection varied from favorite ballroom dance numbers to concert-like odes to the masters such as Beethoven and Bach. And to keep the color theme alive, we planned to hang Chinese lanterns of red, pink and yellow above the dining tables which would have centerpieces of brightly colored dahlias and vibrant viburnum berries.
As far as wedding traditions, we decided to forego the bouquet toss and the cutting of the cake. Once again, we felt it was more important to enjoy the moment and let the reception flow naturally rather than interrupt it for a photo opportunity. I wanted to be able to remember the events of the day as more of a sense-memory thing rather than being reminded of how everything went according to plan based on a set of pictures. So many of my married friends had warned me that the special moments can get away from you if you let the ends justify the means. Instead of the above mentioned customs, we planned to use the time to pull up a chair at each and every guest table, roll up our sleeves, and just connect with our guests.
Our wedding day came and passed and everything was beyond perfect. The museum backdrop was more than memorable, the ceremony was uncluttered and heartfelt, and the reception was amazing both as a celebration of our wedding and a super party/get-togther of family and friends. I still get e-mails from guests who can't stop talking about the wedding's warm and cozy feel. If I had to point to one thing as advice for the soon-to-be-married, I would suggest that you should plan your day around just having fun. Don't get hung up on all the "details" of planning and pulling off a wedding, they can consume you. Try to relax and keep your perspective on making it a special day even it that means adjusting a few things to keep the wedding low-maintenance. I truly believe that if the bride and groom are at ease--smiling and laughing and having fun, your guests will also feel at ease and follow suit. And there's nothing better than to look around your reception and see the people you love so much enjoying the moment. That in itself was the best present any couple could receive. Enjoy your day!
 

Tips for the Bride
Tips - Plan Your Wedding

One of the most prominent mistakes which brides do is that they do not share the responsibility with anyone else. They take it to themselves. She may think that she can do everything on her own. She may turn down the offers from friends or family members.


But the real fact is that if bride delegate the responsibility to others, the things can work more smoothly than taking the entire responsibility to her. She must try to understand that everything should be perfect on the wedding day and if something does not go on exactly as planned she is likely to be the only one to notice. And the other people might be enjoying the situation. However, it can be difficult for a bride to delegate responsibilities and learn to let others help her.

Dress is the most important part of the wedding. It generally took months until the brides get some perfect dress to wear, so it is quite difficult to delegate the responsibility for the care of the dress. The presence of bride is very essential for the shopping of her wedding dress. She must be also present to take a trial in advance. However, she must delegate the responsibility of getting it cleaned and stored to someone else. It relieves her from the worrying about the wedding dress from being ripped or soiled. Generally every bride has a temptation to try the dress even once before the wedding. However, keeping the outfit in the hands of other person can minimize such changes and dress can be protected for the big day.
There are various last minute details that need to be taken care of. These details may include putting out the centerpieces, setting out the place cards and arranging the flowers. These tasks are not difficult to handle, but since everything should be perfect, some should be given responsibility to handle these tasks. This is the best opportunity for the bride to understand that other people are can do the jobs in a perfect way and if there is a little bit of mistake on their part, then it should be dealt with. If something is slightly remains unattended, then do not focus your entire attention on it. If a bride keeps worrying about the little things, then she might be robbed of her beauty and may not look gorgeous even after a wearing a costly costume or heavy make up, because the face is the mirror of mind and beauty comes from inside.
nce the bride is able to understand that she might be willing to let someone else take over the small responsibilities, there are fewer details to take care of. However it may not appear significant, but it can surely help you.
ddressing thank you cards after the marriage can be a tedious job. You might be tired after the hectic schedule that you have been undergoing since weeks and left with a little energy to do these jobs. You can ask some of your bridesmaid to do it for you. She might take this responsibility to her and write the cards on your part.
So, shed off your responsibilities and enjoy your wedding as well as your honeymoon.

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A Guide to Bridal Showers
Tips - Before the Wedding

There’s the traditional Stag Nite for men when they wave goodbye to their bachelorhood. A night filled with drunkenness, disorderly behavior & who-knows-what-else. The hush-hush that surrounds the Bachelor Party has loomed for decades. Well, women can have their own brand of fun too. From a somber potluck shower to a wilder evening gala policeman-birthday-gift-for-Ally-McBeal, let your imagination run wild and have the mother of all bridal showers!

The Bridal Shower, or the Hen Party as it is so often referred to these days, appears to have first been given to a Dutch bride who married her lover, despite her father’s refusal to give her a dowry for she had intended to marry a poor man.

Toronto is great for all kinds of venus for these galas. Her friends got together and "showered" the lovebirds with gifts for their household, an attempt to help them start their new lives together. The power of love prevails and the practice of giving the bride gifts before her wedding has evolved into a wedding tradition
It is the role of the Bridesmaids and/or Maid-of-Honor to organize the party.

A good Wedding Consultant can also help in the preparation. Consult with the Bride who she would like to attend the party and make the necessary arrangements. When choosing a theme for the Shower, select one that reflects the personality & interests of the Bride. It is after all her party! It’s always nice to have the shower in someone’s house or check into a nice suite at any of the hotels.

Some Bridal Shower Ideas:

Lingerie Shower
Everybody brings and wears an article of clothing that is associated with sleep ware. e.g. pajamas, nightgowns, slips, teddies. Toronto is loaded with all kinds of lingerie shops to add a great variety to this special theme. Put your sense of humor to work if you wish to! For whatever you are bringing, give one to the Bride too as a gift.

Romantic Shower
Present the Bride with items that will inspire romance in her married life. IF you are a romantic person, visit some of Toronto’s finer shops downtown to amaze you. The Groom would approve of scented candles, candle holders, satin bed sheets, champagne, bath bubbles, aromatherapy products, his-and-hers massage vouchers at the spa.

Sweet Memories Shower

All guests take their turn to tell a story of how they met the Bride, their special moments together, the disappointments they may have shared.



Planning a Wedding Abroad


A wedding abroad may seem like a romantic but overwhelming idea, nearing on a nearly impossible dilemma.

But each year, thousands embark on enticing adventures that involve multi-cultural tidings and multi-level tasks. Weddings abroad, overseas, and in clandestine locations result in unforgettable memories. Jamaica, Italy, Barbados, South Africa, Austria, Bora Bora, the Caribbean islands and many other enticing locations are hotspots for Americans looking for a novel wedding adventure.

“I thought my fiancי and I were out of our minds when we decided to get married in Jamaica, but it was a spectacular and memorable event that no one will soon forget,” says recently-married Justine Stone.

Such a task not only involved several advance trips to the island of Jamaica but careful planning for other family members and friends who traveled thousands of miles.

“It was an awesome weekend, but it took a lot of work and planning to occupy our guests for three days and nights,” says the new Mrs. Stone.

The couple chose a resort location, Round Tree Hill – known for its celebrity draw and cushy amenities such as exclusive villas – and gave their 120-count guest list eight months advance notice in order to coordinate flights and hotel rooms.

“We sent a ‘Save-the-Date’ notice in early summer so people could either make a vacation plan or simply attend the three days we had already planned,” says Justine. The couple later sent out official, formal invitations for their Dec. 11 date.

While the Stones’ decided upon Jamaica due to many previous trips they had made there, other couples take a chance on a location never visited before and rely entirely upon wedding planners to coordinate their event.

“We plan everything from here,” says Lisa Jenkins, a coordinator for a Florida-based company called Weddings Abroad, which handles everything from the priest to passports to the cake for events in Italy and other European locations.

“We’ve done hundreds of weddings, and have encountered very few glitches,” says Lisa.

Advance planning is the key, and the expectation that costs may be significantly higher in a foreign country due to additional travel and hotel costs. But the additional advantage of wedding overseas is that the honeymoon begins immediately, and access to other locations for travel and vacation purposes is relatively simple, says Lisa.

For instance, a couple wed in Italy then hopped a plane in Rome for five days of romance in Paris.

“They killed two birds with one stone, and added to the magic of their adventure,” says Lisa.

Time is another factor to consider. While Americans are used to events happening in a timely manner, other cultures may be accustomed to moving at a slower pace.

“I tried to hire a flower person and she missed our appointment by an entire day,” says Adam Stone, Justine’s groom. “But in Jamaica that’s customary. She just showed up the next day as though nothing had happened.”

Lisa in Florida concurs.

“Americans are very schedule-oriented and very productive, while other cultures may be more relaxed about schedules, but the results are still magnificent, “ she says.

Also, language barriers can arise as couples try to coordinate events themselves. Most companies offer interpreters or work with wedding planners who are bi-lingual or tri-lingual.

“You have to have someone who knows the language and its nuances. Something that means one thing in Florence might mean another thing in Naples,” says Lisa.

Ireland, Greece and other Mediterranean locations have also become popular.

It is essential that all brides-and-grooms-to-be provide proof of their marriage eligibility and agree to the laws of the country regarding marriage. While many weddings are non-denominational, some countries or cities may require that the marriages take place in city hall or a church. Laws vary from country to country.

“You want to make sure that your marriage is legal, and the laws may vary from typical laws in the United States, ” says Lisa.

And if you do prefer a religious ceremony, the appropriate person may be hard to find. In Jamaica, only one rabbi was available for the Stone ceremony. In other countries a First United Methodist Church pastor may just as difficult to track down, but a Tibetan priest may be readily available for the ceremony, says Lisa.

Additionally, if family members or friends are unavailable to act as witnesses, local townspeople, or witnesses hired by the wedding coordinator may be available.

“It’s difficult for some people to deal with the idea of not being able to attend to all the details themselves until they arrive a few days before the wedding,” says Lisa. “They have to develop a rapport with their coordinator and trust that everything will go well.”

Some wedding coordinators leave travel coordination to the clients, but handle all other details. Airline tickets can often be found at bargain rates on internet services or with advance notice through regular airline channels.

Most international coordinators arrange a budget in advance but require a 50 percent deposit to get the ball rolling. Coordinators can also arrange for more exotic requests such as a hot-air balloon, a yacht or sailing ship, an African safari and a variety of requests that add an extra edge to wedding vows. Those special requests may add a few dollars to the arrangement, but the extra effort will be worth the memories.

And just like the Stone, thousands have discovered that a wedding abroad may become a dream come true.


Tips on purchasing your Wedding Dress
Tips - Plan Your Reception


One of the biggest decisions you will face as the big day approaches is choosing the perfect wedding dress and wedding attire. The process of shopping for a wedding dress can be a fabulous adventure, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming, particularly because a bride-to-be often starts shopping for her wedding aparel before many other details are determined. You might have had a clear mental picture of the perfect wedding dress ever since you were five years old. Take a few minutes to think about what you want. It will be helpful when you enter the maze of wedding dresses out there to know what your budget is, any details that are essential (i.e. I must have a full skirt, or my arms must be covered), and an idea of how traditional you want your dress to be. After all, if really a teal pantsuit would work best for you, it’s probably not worth your time to sort through racks of flouncy white gowns.
Give yourself ample time to plan- generally the rule of thumb is that you need to order your gown at least six months before your wedding. So you should ideally start shopping for your gown nine months or more before your wedding. (If you don't have this much time, its okay, just budget for some rush charges).
On your wedding day, you'll want to look great, but you'll also want to be comfortable- it will be hard to pose for all those pictures, dance, laugh and more if you're tugging your wedding aparel up or have boning jutting into your ribs.
First- consider which wedding dress is most appropriate to your day – for example- consider a shorter tea-length or cocktail length dress for a beach wedding. If you're the kinda gal who likes to dance with her hands in the air, and anticipates doing the limbo, perhaps a strapless dress is not the one for you. Look for wedding dresses with removable sleeves or straps to give you the widest range of options.
Think about your body type and what kinds of dresses generally look good on you. Take a look at what you regularly wear that makes you feel confident and beautiful, and then look for a wedding dress with similar lines.
If a friend is making your wedding dress, ensure that you have agreed on a fitting schedule and chances to make adjustments. If you're looking for a bargain at a sample sale, or discount outlet, you should budget money for taking the wedding dress dress to a good tailor. Many designers will ask for three fittings, and will closely tailor your wedding dress to fit you.
If money is an issue, remember that the most expensive kind of wedding dress is not necessarily the best kind. Many brides find a bridesmaids dress in white or off-white that works perfectly, and is hundreds of dollars cheaper. There are thousands of dresses to be had at sample sales, thrift stores, and ebay. Consider taking pictures from magazines to a friend who sews or seamstress and getting a price quote.
If you choose to make your own wedding dress , don't delay. The sooner you finish it, the sooner you'll be able to attend to the many other details of your wedding.
Don’t forget this is your wedding day. Wear whatever makes you comfortable and feels like you. And have fun shopping for your dress. It should be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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Dealing with wedding  Invitations

The mailbox holds mysteries of enchantment when an invitation to a party, an event or a wedding is uniquely designed and created.

But today, thanks to the evolution of electronics, an invitation can whisk through the ethers to thousands of potential guests in a matter of seconds by e-mail.

Surprisingly, an email invitation – or e-vite as it’s appropriately coined - can be just as uniquely designed and the right e-vite system can handle responses from hundreds without any need for stamps or delivery, or wasted phone time trying to confirm invitations.

“It was much easier to do it this way,” Alan Berg, who had a Sunday morning brunch before attending a Redskins, national league football game in Washington D.C. “I just didn’t have the time to put together an envelope, a card and lick 47 stamps. Besides, I already knew most of my guests’ email addresses by heart.”

And with a two-week notice, a reminder notice and an easy check-box rsvp, Alan and his roommate knew the day before exactly how many people would be coming. Only 10 turned them down.

Even wedding invitations have become less formal.

Some couples prefer more traditional methods using high-quality invitations such as Crane, William Arthur, or Stacy Claire Boyd -- each invitations requires two or three envelopes and two or three cards in one invitation. But others have felt the desire to handle the big day in their own way.

Similarly, wedding invitations or invitations for bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays, housewarming events and many other occasions may be ordered on-line through the internet. Personal photos of the happy couple or new baby can be downloaded and added to the invitation.

In California, where an afternoon wedding for the bride would be her second, Angie Carlton felt she wanted to make her own invitations. It cost less and it gave her the opportunity to be more personal.

By purchasing paper by weight or by the sheet at a national craft store such as Michael’s, Angie was able to pick the exact shade she preferred. Then she created her own wording by choosing a computer type-face that was both eloquent and inviting. And because she is especially crafty, she added tiny pieces of branches and dried flowers to give the invitations her very own signature.

“It took a little longer, I suppose, than just ordering some invitations, but I enjoyed doing every one of them,” she said.

When all 50 invitations were completed, Angie knew exactly what she had. There was no need to worry faulty printing and misinterpreted instructions. “They were very special,” she said.

But tradition can still speak volumes. One bride choose to create frame-able invitations befitting a princess, with bows and lace creating a delicate but undeniable presence. Each 8 x 11-inch invitation was placed in its very own box with a calligraphy label on the outside with the guest’s name.

Then a delivery person dressed in a tuxedo hand-delivered each invitation to the guest’s door. Any out-of-staters received their invitations via special delivery by UPS.

“It created a statement,” said Taylor Farrand. “I wanted everyone to know that this was my wedding.”

In another case, a wedding to be held sea-side used invitations with tiny seashells attached and a sprinkling of sand across the wording.

Invitations to children’s parties can be just as festive if not more fun. An invitation to a child’s birthday often sets the theme of the party.

Invitations to a young surfer’s birthday party were fashioned with a row of tongue depressors and a fake grass skirt to give it a Hawaii-like theme. For a boat party, a crafty mom created Styrofoam life rings with the party information attached in the center.

In other cases, an event or a destination party may call for some way-out invitations that involve a small production team. For a bon voyage party for a young graduate about to travel abroad for a year, friends including parents, neighbors and even some former teachers got together and created a video presentation that went out to all 100 guests invited to the send-off.

The vid-invite included a bunch of funny comments from friends, a silly plea from mom and dad, and comments from a few neighbors who kiddingly said they were glad to see the young man go. With dubs of VHS videos costing a few dollars, the invitations went out in padded envelopes.

“But the response was great. Every one looked at that video and got a chuckle out of Michael and his friends,” says Edith Confer, whose son boarded a plane a few days later to travel overseas. “The video was a keepsake for a lot of people who had known Michael since he was a baby.”

Even DVD’s have become available as invitations. Similar to a video, a DVD can be burned from video or film, and its packaging can include a gimmick as well. An invitation to a Hollywood charity event that centered around the Titanic included a tiny squeeze box inside the packaging that squeaked out a couple bars of the film’s opening song. Anytime someone pressed the packaging the box would squeak a few bars.

A cassette tape or CD is yet another alternative. CDs cost cents to burn, and cassettes can be copied nearly as inexpensively. An invitation that includes a song or just a voice can be slipped into a car’s CD or tape player while en route to work or while running errands. The novelty of a CD or cassette alone will usually draw attention to the party.

 

Wedding Anniversary Party Activities


There is nothing more nostalgic than creating a tradition of retelling the wedding story. Have the guests of honor include as many details as possible. Story telling is a traditional way to pass on information from one to another and it keeps the memory alive. If there are several generations, have each tell the story from their own viewpoint. What important details and funny things did Grandpa see at the wedding? Ask the same questions to the siblings of the bride and groom because each personal will have a different, yet colorful perspective.

Here are some other activities for the celebration:

Create a video presentation that spans the life of the bride and groom. There are many services out there these days that can take all of your old photos and put them into video form with background music of your choice. Be sure to include holidays, vacations, births, and other special events for a complete tribute to their lives together.
Dance through the years. Not everyone likes to dance, but most like to laugh and remember. Select different types of music from different years. Have each couple pull a style of dance or music from a hat and have them perform the dance. The other couples have to determine which dance they are attempting!
Place disposable cameras on tables and encourage guests to use them. You'll have plenty of warm memories captured to pass along to your appreciative friends. A nice touch for any celebration would be to set up a photo backdrop area - either with Columns, a Balloon Arch or a Metallic Curtain - so that the couple can have their picture taken with either individuals or groupings of their choice.
Visit the library and get copies of newspapers (front pages) from the wedding day, 5 years later, 10 years later, etc. Type a list of events from the front page of each and have the guests determine what year it was. Select some newspapers with dates far apart and some close together to make it harder.
Guess the price game. Have guests work as individuals or teams to guess the prices of key products dating back to the date of the event. What did people pay for a gallon of milk 50 years ago? What was the price of a new Ford truck? The team or individual with the closest guesses wins - but everyone will have fun reliving the past!
Create a Christmas Tree Keepsake. No matter what time of year you are celebrating an anniversary for a special couple, this keepsake can be presented at the party for a new seasonal tradition to begin. First, purchase an artificial Christmas tree of any size. Gather old and present photos of family members, special events, homes, etc. Create small ornaments by mounting these photos (or copies of photos) onto our Flat or Corrugated Paper cut into stars, ovals, or any other shapes. Use a hole punch to make a hole at the top of each ornament and tie ribbon through it for hanging. Have special guests present the ornaments to the couple that night by hanging them on the tree and saying a brief word about the photos. Each Christmas season after that, the couple will be proud to display their meaningful tree in their home.

 

 

Wedding Anniversary Party Activities



There is nothing more nostalgic than creating a tradition of retelling the wedding story. Have the guests of honor include as many details as possible. Story telling is a traditional way to pass on information from one to another and it keeps the memory alive. If there are several generations, have each tell the story from their own viewpoint. What important details and funny things did Grandpa see at the wedding? Ask the same questions to the siblings of the bride and groom because each personal will have a different, yet colorful perspective.

Here are some other activities for the celebration:
Create a video presentation that spans the life of the bride and groom. There are many services out there these days that can take all of your old photos and put them into video form with background music of your choice. Be sure to include holidays, vacations, births, and other special events for a complete tribute to their lives together.
Dance through the years. Not everyone likes to dance, but most like to laugh and remember. Select different types of music from different years. Have each couple pull a style of dance or music from a hat and have them perform the dance. The other couples have to determine which dance they are attempting!
Place disposable cameras on tables and encourage guests to use them. You'll have plenty of warm memories captured to pass along to your appreciative friends. A nice touch for any celebration would be to set up a photo backdrop area - either with Columns, a Balloon Arch or a Metallic Curtain - so that the couple can have their picture taken with either individuals or groupings of their choice.
Visit the library and get copies of newspapers (front pages) from the wedding day, 5 years later, 10 years later, etc. Type a list of events from the front page of each and have the guests determine what year it was. Select some newspapers with dates far apart and some close together to make it harder.
Guess the price game. Have guests work as individuals or teams to guess the prices of key products dating back to the date of the event. What did people pay for a gallon of milk 50 years ago? What was the price of a new Ford truck? The team or individual with the closest guesses wins - but everyone will have fun reliving the past!
Create a Christmas Tree Keepsake. No matter what time of year you are celebrating an anniversary for a special couple, this keepsake can be presented at the party for a new seasonal tradition to begin. First, purchase an artificial Christmas tree of any size. Gather old and present photos of family members, special events, homes, etc. Create small ornaments by mounting these photos (or copies of photos) onto our Flat or Corrugated Paper cut into stars, ovals, or any other shapes. Use a hole punch to make a hole at the top of each ornament and tie ribbon through it for hanging. Have special guests present the ornaments to the couple that night by hanging them on the tree and saying a brief word about the photos. Each Christmas season after that, the couple will be proud to display their meaningful tree in their home.
 

Wedding Anniversary Party Planning


Have you agreed to host a party and are feeling overwhelmed with the daunting task ahead of you? Would you like to throw a party but lack confidence in your party planning abilities? Don’t fret! By following a few simple steps, you can throw a successful bash in no time. Whether it is a formal affair or a “get down and party” type of event, we are here to help you with all of your planning needs.
Party Planning Questions
First of all, you should start by answering a few basic questions about your party. Your answers will help you get focused and point you in the right direction. You should think through these questions at least four to six weeks before your scheduled party date.

1. How formal a party do I want? Should it be a black-tie affair, a dressy event, or a casual gathering?
2. What type of theme do I want to center the event around?
3. How many people do I plan to invite?
4. How much money do I want to spend?
5. Will I host this at my home or another location?
6. Do I need to arrange entertainment for the party?
 

 

 

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party Tips


Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations are a religious commemoration of the "coming of age" of boys and girls when they turn 13 (sometimes 12 for girls). The religious commemoration of the event is typically noted at a Saturday morning (Sabbath) service in which a portion of the Torah is recited. While some Bar/Bat Mitzvahs are celebrated with a small casual brunch following the service, others are major "events" with all the stops pulled out!

It has become quite common for this "coming of age" celebration to last an entire weekend, with the following events:
Friday evening informal party
Saturday morning service
A luncheon following the service for a select group
A big event on Saturday night
A Sunday brunch
If you are expecting many out of town guests, or want to continue the celebration for the entire weekend, you may want to plan a few additional informal activities as an option for guests for some of the "down time". Some guests will choose to rest, and others will want to be involved in activities such as bowling, swimming, roller skating, biking or hiking, flag football, etc.

Determine first the number of events you would like your celebration to involve, and then proceed to choosing a theme or color scheme for the big Saturday evening event. The other events can share a similar theme, or just be casual affairs with simple decorating and food.

The following themes represent the 10 most popular choices for Bar/Bat Mitzvahs:

Celestial
Stars
Music
Sports – (either a general sports theme or one specific to the favorite of the individual: basketball, golf, tennis, football, wrestling, swimming, etc.)
Fifties
Luau/Beach
Western
Hollywood
60's & 70's Retro
Jungle/Rainforest
While these themes are the most popular, they are by no means the only choices available. We have assisted in planning "Outer Space", "WCW", "TV", "Butterflies", "Egyptian", "Skateboarding", "Rainbows", "Night on the Orient", "Nascar", etc. Bar/Bat Mitzvahs…anything your child is interested in, we can build a theme around, and help you with your planning. A general color scheme is also a very popular choice, and works well to help blend all the events of the weekend.

After you have selected a theme, or decided on a color scheme, select a theme slogan to use through all your planning. You will need this for invitation selection, favor imprints, and for any other printed materials. Our party tips that are created for specific themes contain some slogan suggestions, or you and your child can come up with something creative. If you are using a general color scheme, it would be perfectly appropriate to choose one of the following: "Join us as we celebrate Rachel's coming of age!" (For imprinting purposes on your napkins, favors, etc., "Rachel's Coming of Age Celebration – June 16, 2000"), or "Martin's Bar Mitzvah – August 4, 2000!"

For out of town guests, call a few local hotels to gather room rates, and don't hesitate to ask if they offer a group discount rate. Many will allow you to reserve a block of rooms for the weekend, and then guests can call in and pay for their own room. On a separate insert in your invitation, include hotel names, rates, and a code for your block rate, along with a small map of where the hotels are located in relation to where the events will be held.

Prepare a special gift basket for each out of town family, and have the baskets delivered to the hotel prior to their arrival. This simple gesture will show your appreciation for the effort they have made to honor your child.

Hire a limousine to chauffeur your child and his/her best friends to and from the events…this milestone in his/her life should be memorable!

After you have determined the number of events to be held, and also determined your budget for each gathering, prepare guest lists for each event. While some events will include everyone, others may include a smaller group. For example, a Friday evening party may include only family and out of town guests.

While it may seem like a thrifty and personal touch to plan on cooking or preparing some of the food for smaller gatherings, you may find that it is generally best to do as little cooking as possible. Whenever possible, hire caterers, and purchase prepared food from restaurants, delicatessens, and food service markets. There is no need to create extra stress when the parties are upon you, and you will have more time to mingle and enjoy the festivities.

Favors are an important part of a Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration. Check our "Decorating with Party Favors" tip for some specific ideas, and try to tie the favors to your theme slogan, or to your child's interests.

Along with your invitation, let guests know that you will be paying tribute to the guest of honor. Ask them to think of funny or heartwarming stories or important advise to live by to share at your party. Send out a card with each invite, and request that guests bring the completed "card" on the special day. At a specified time, possibly before you eat, have each person read the message they have prepared. Videotape each guest as they deliver the message to your guest of honor, and then present him/her with the videotape as a memento of the party. He/she will be tickled by the gesture, and you will have created a priceless treasure. As an alternative to reading and videotaping the messages, you can collect the cards and compile them into a scrapbook. You could add a photo of each person/family to their message, and the scrapbook would serve as a lovely keepsake.

If you don't like the idea of having guests come with a prepared message, you could set up a video camera in an area with a decorated backdrop, and ask guests to stop by at some point during the evening, and record a more spontaneous message. Have each guest start by saying "David, you are special to me/our family because…". Throughout the evening you will create a touching tribute, filled with warm memories, funny stories, and the smiling faces of those who came to honor your child.

Plan a "This is your life" or "Spotlight" segment during the party. Gather old family videos, photo albums, school pictures, artwork, trophies, etc., and take the time to "chronicle" the life of your child. Decorate a special chair for him/her to sit in.

A nice touch for the evening would be to set up a photo backdrop area - either a balloon arch, or a metallic curtain - so that the guest of honor can have his/her picture taken with either individuals or groupings of his choice. You will want to take plenty of photographs to document this important once-in-a-lifetime event!

 

 

 

Business Party Activities

Balloon Popping Contest
Divide guests into two equal groups. About 25 yards away, place two bags of inflated balloons in colors to match your theme colors. These balloons should be overinflated to make popping easier. At the sound of a ringing bell or whistle, the first two relay contestants, one from each team, run to the bag and remove one balloon. Each must sit on it until it pops. Once the balloon pops, the player runs back to the starting line, and tags the next player in line. The first team to complete the course wins. Not a quiet game…but a guaranteed favorite! This one may sound like it is just for kids, but your party will live on in your guests' memories forever if you play this game!
 

Hula Hoopla
Hula hooping isn't just for kids or 50's Sock Hops…but it will make grown-ups feel young again! Purchase or borrow a couple of hula-hoops. They are available at discount chains for about $3.99 each. Let guests know that at a specified time there will be a "hula" contest, and encourage them to practice during the party if the mood strikes.
 

Name That Tune
You'll need a CD player and some compact discs with compilations of songs related to your theme (Luau, 50's, retro) or just some good favorites of an era appropriate for your party guests. Play the first few bars, and see which guest can name that tune the fastest. Keep track of points and award the winner a music CD. If your group is large, play a variation on this game. Using famous songs, list song titles on one side of a page, and the original Artists or songwriters on the other side. Make enough copies for all guests. Challenge guests to match as many as possible. A challenging but fun adventure!

Trivia to Fit Any Theme Party
Trivia games are fun for everyone, especially if they are tied to the theme of your party. If you are having a sit down dinner, roll up various trivia quizzes, and tie with ribbon to match your theme colors. Set the little bundles at each place setting. If you are serving food buffet style, put them in a decorative basket. We have provided a few ideas to build a trivia quiz around, or you can come up with other creative ideas. Think of the interests of your crowd before choosing a topic. Try to include trivia related to the topic for a wide range of knowledge levels, so no one will feel left out. Let guests know when the answers will be read. Make the trivia quiz challenging, and your guests will leave the party a little wiser than they were when they arrived:

Sports – who holds what record in what sport, or match famous
Sports figures with the correct sport. Ask a sports fanatic to help you pull this together!

Inventors and Explorers – Provide a list, and have guests try to match inventors and explorers with their invention or discovery. Much more difficult than you might think!

Music – Either have guests try to match Artists with Song Titles, match Song Titles with the year the song was a hit, or match Songs with the decade they were from. Spend 45 minutes at a music store with a pad of paper, looking at the backs of compilation and "best of" CD's, and you'll have enough music trivia to fill the year 2000!

Movie stars/Movies – Provide a list, and have guests match as many actors/actresses with the films they starred in, or have them try to match movie titles with the year the movie was released. Another fun "Hollywood" trivia game is to see who can name the most films that have won an Academy Award for "Best Picture".
Make a list of the 100 most influential/important people of the 20th century. Ask guests to decide what significant contribution each made in order to make the list. The prize goes to the person who has all 100 or closest to it!

A great prize to award the winner of any of these trivia games would be a trivia game, such as Trivial Pursuit™, a subscription to a news periodical, or a coffee table book chronicling the 20th century.

To Speak or Not to Speak?
Give each player a bag or goodie box with 10 small treasures in it (candy, chocolates, little favors). Have bags labeled with players' names, so they don't get mixed up. Let players know at the start of the game exactly when the game will be ending—this game can be played throughout an entire party if you so choose. The object of the game is to catch fellow players saying one of the forbidden words or phrases:

Choose 5 or 6 words or phrases related to the theme of your party.
For example, for a New Year's party, you might select: MILLENNIUM, NEW YEAR, TWELVE, CENTURY, TIMES SQUARE
For a luau, you might select: PALM TREE, LEI, COCONUT, BEACH, TROPICAL
For a Retro Party, you might select: GROOVY, DISCO, FAR OUT, SMILEY FACE, PEACE, YEAH BABY
For a Wedding Shower, you might select: BRIDE, GROOM, GIFTS, HONEYMOON, RECEPTION
(Select words or phrases that would be natural for guests to say considering the occasion.)

To help players, post the words prominently on a board where they can be seen often. If someone is caught saying one of the words on the list, that person has to give up a treasure from their stash. The player with the biggest haul of goodies at the end of the game is the winner! Lots of fun!
 

 

Business Party Planning Timetable

Stay organized and prepared with the planning timetable below! You can even print out the list and check off each item as you finish it.

3-4 Weeks Before The Party

• Set budget
• Rent tables and chairs
• Arrange for any special help
• Make a list of your basic supplies and needs
• Send out invitations
• Decide on theme and order decorations

2-3 Weeks Before The Party

• Plan your menu
• Prepare food ahead of time, if possible, and freeze
• Purchase favors and tableware
• Choose music
• Order any flowers
• Determine your event schedule for activities (games, mingling, food) - always have a few extra ideas in your bag

1 week Before The Party

• Finalize the headcount, but be flexible that it may change
• Purchase beverages
• Check camera equipment and purchase film

2-3 Days Before The Party

• Confirm all arrangements
• Purchase any fresh food
• Give helpers a specific task from your list
• Arrange your serving trays and dishes
• Arrange favors
• Decide on what you will wear!

1 Day Before The Party

• Decorate!
• Complete food preparation and pick up ordered food items
• Set tables
• Make room for coats and purses
• Purchase ice

The Day Of The Party

• Put out any outdoor decorations
• Give last-minute instructions to helpers
• Set up the bar
• Prepare any last-minute food
• Put your camera out so you are sure to capture the memories
• Relax and enjoy the party!
 

 

Family Reunion Activities

Create a Family Time Capsule
Include:
Pictures
Old videos of family events
A new video with predictions or plans for the future

Make lists of each persons:
hobbies
favorite movie
favorite sports player
favorite star
favorite songs

Create lists of:
historical events
news headlines
famous people in history

Other Games:

Favorites of the Decade. Have the family select their top 10 favorites in a variety of areas. Top 10 sports persons, top 10 politicians, top 10 historical events, top 10 movies, top 10 TV shows, top 10 fads etc. Share everyone's selections and create a unified family list.
Game Day. Create a personalized family Charades Game.
Video Memory. Let all family members know ahead of time that they will be asked to share with the group what they are thankful for. Encourage family members to write down their answer. Before you eat, have everyone read aloud why he or she is thankful and videotape each person for posterity.
Family Trivia Quiz. Create your own family trivia game. Starting early, create simple multiple-choice questions concerning each family member. The questions can be simple or more difficult. You might ask favorite foods, music, or colors. Name of first pet, first grade teacher, childhood teddy bear, etc. Let each family member see how well they know his or her family. For fun, structure it from easy to hard like the TV show "Who Wants to be a Millionaire".
Create a Family Scrapbook. Have family members bring photos from the past few years and get started on a new book for the new year!
For a Craft for the children, we offer several kits that make a perfect quiet activity that is sure to keep them busy for a while!
 

 

Graduation Party Activities
Especially perfect for graduation parties are those activities that honor the graduate and his accomplishments. Add a little bit of humor into the mix and you have yourself a very uplifting and entertaining evening. Here are some suggestions on how:
Cover a wall with our Seamless Paper and allow the guests to leave messages, clever doodles, or creative outlines of themselves for the guest of honor. A really fun keepsake! Start by creating a message of welcome or a greeting to the graduate on the sign prior to the party. The graduate can clip the doodles and messages after the party and preserve them in a scrapbook!
Play old video's of the graduate from babyhood, childhood, and the most recent activities he has been involved in. Be sure to include things such as prom, homecoming, senior sports banquets, musicals, and more.
Create a Time Capsule to be opened in 10, 20, or 30 years. You could have the guests bring with them something that reflects the year in some way. For example - a grocery store receipt, a school program, a newspaper clipping, a movie ticket, or a favorite cd. Hold a small ceremony as you place all of these into the can to be opened by the graduate at a later date. Be sure to include a few notes of appreciation and pride to the graduate. He will certainly cherish these notes from influential people later in his life.