1 month before the birthday party

• Set a realistic budget – a small budget doesn’t mean a dull party. It just means you have to be more creative.

• Pick your party date – avoid party dates on holidays and vacation dates because some of the invited friends may be out of town

• Select a party theme – popular party themes are beach, Hawaii, popular movies

• Make your guest list – the size of your guest list should be limited by your budget and the location of the party. If your house can only accommodate 30 people don’t invite a 100 people.
  

• Purchase party supplies, party favors, and decorations.

2-3 weeks before your party

• Purchase your party invitations and mail them. - If your guests have e-mail, you may be able to save a tree and go digital. Just e-mail your invitations to your guests.

• Collect party game ideas – keep in mind your guests. If you are inviting kids to your party, your games should be different than games for grown ups. Have a selection of games available not just one. Some games may work better with some than others.

• Plan what kind of food will you be serving. – If you have a limited budget, you could have a potluck party. A potluck party gives your guests a chance to shine by bringing their own special food creations.

• If you need help with preparation ask friends and family.

1 week before the party

• Order the birthday party cake – if you bake your own cake, you don’t need to worry about this.

• You can save time by cooking food in advance and keeping it in the freezer until the day of the party.

2-3 days before the party

• Make sure you have film in the camera or that you have enough batteries for the digital camera

• Try to get an exact guest count – contact key people and confirm that they will be able to make it to the party.

• Get decorations ready and make sure you have everything you need.

1 day before the party

• Get a good night’s sleep – parties are fun but they require a lot of work and you have to be strong

• Decorate and prepare the food.

• Make sure the party area is safe for all – keep children and people with disabilities in mind.

The Big Day - Party Time!

• Get the balloons ready

• Prepare foods ready

• Make sure you take pictures – if you are busy put a friend in charge of taking pictures and making the video.

Enjoy, relax and have fun! You have worked hard to create a special time for you and your guests.

Written By George Meszaros

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