Books for Planning Birthday Parties
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September 2002
Re: Cool birthday party ideas for 11-y-o
Try http://www.birthdaypartyideas.com/
You won't believe the number of bday party ideas they have...you
will surely be able to find one.
Hilary
Feb 2000
I'm seeking a recommendation for a book on planning birthday parties. There
are
probably lots out there, but before I dive into that pool, I'd love to know
if there
is a good guide that doesn't focus on big bash fantasy theme parties,
entertainment
for hire, or Bay Area locations to go to, but rather gives you ideas for
small group
games/activities/crafts at different age levels for a fun two hour event at
home. I
plan to have modest, enjoyful birthday parties for years to come, rather
than inviting
the whole preschool class to some organized program elsewhere. Is there a book
that fits this need?
I've had great success with the Penny Whistle Party Planner by Brokaw and
?.I'm a firm believer in unpretentious, home parties too. My 8 year old and 5
year old have nothing but good memories of the parties we planned from this
book. She came out with a later version, I think it's called the Penny
Whistle Birthday Book. This is equally as good. Good luck and have fun!
I like the book "That was the best birthday party ever" by Sharron Krull,
Mary Humphreys and Ann Williams. I attended a lecture by Sharron and was
very impressed. The ideas are fun and inexpensive, and she suggests things
for every age range. My favorite part is the games section, where she
suggests variations on classic party games so that no one loses or has to
feel left out.
Denise
Local Guidebook
For anyone planning a party I highly recommend the 'Here Comes the
Guide' book. I used it for planning my wedding and it rapidly became The
Book! I found a reception hall, caterer, photographer, and cake maker
through it. The editors are really careful about checking EVERY reference
a business lists which number something around 80 per business. The venue
section is divided into geographical locations and gives information
regarding capacity, costs, parking facilities, kitchen facilities, contact
people, and whether you can bring in your own caterer or if you must use
theirs. It is a wonderful resource that is published here in Berkeley.
You can find it at Barnes and Noble, probably Codys, or simply head to the
Oakland Public Library. I think it is a great resource for anyone
planning a party of ANY type whether its a wedding or a retirement party.
Good luck!
-- Jeanette (6/99)
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