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Start with a Plan Select a committee with like-minded people, discuss dates, themes, objectives, a budget, atimeline, marketing and write up a plan . Delegate tasks, to either individuals or small groups of 2 or 3 committee members, monitor the plan and record the details for future reference. Having a common goal like refurbishing the playground, will keep the school community motivated. What’s in a Name? Although the event might be the annual ‘school fete’ with usual content like food stalls, bric a brac, and amusement rides, the name of your event should reflect the theme and suggest fun and excitement. For example, seasonal names like Spring Fair, in the evening, Twilight Fair or Sundowner. Other suggestions – Funfair, Funfest, Carnival. Just be sure it lives up to its name and be wary of using terms like Monster or Mega Fair unless that’s what it is going to be! For more details, please visit -  https://gymbus.com.au/a-guide-to-planning-a-fete-in-melbour...

1. The Committee – choose your committee carefully with one chief, 3 sub chiefs and at least 6 Indians. The chief overseas the entire event from start to finish, the sub chiefs head-up various sub-committees for example, one sub-committee takes care of finding and booking the amusements, one for advertising, one for food and so on. The Indians do all the legwork. Delegate tasks with a completion date and following up to make sure they have be done on time. 2. The Theme – decide on a theme in the early stages, as this will determine the direction of many other decisions, like the season, time of day, type of amusements etc. 3. The Date – Get the Indians to thoroughly research other events in your area that may conflict and compete. If your school is on the same property as a church for example, make sure there isn’t a wedding or mass on at the same time as the fete. You could find amusements are hard to get, or it could impact on attendance and therefore profits if there is...

Forget the pony rides, bouncy castles, centerpieces and tiered cakes, here are 10 tips to help plan a successful children party without the stress. 1. RSVP – 1. Consider sending a “save the date” message prior to sending the actual invitation. 2.    Make your RSVP date with ample time for late replies. Perhaps word it “please reply” instead of “RSVP”. 2. BIRTHDAY CAKE – 1. Buy a cake from the supermarket freezer section. 2. Make a simple cake or cupcakes decorate with icing and smarties. Read more.....  10 Tips to Hosting a No Fuss Children’s Birthday Party

An Internet search will provide you with a number of amusement rides available for hire for a child’s birthday party. However exciting they might look, there a number of factors to consider before making a decision. For example, the number of children attending, their ages, their physical ability, how many children can be entertained at one time, of course the cost, and value for money. Choose something that is not suitable and you could risk injuries, boredom and disappointment. Children’s Rides are one possibility. Merry go-rounds, cup and saucer, swinging rides are all good fun for the first ride or two, but sitting and going round in circles won’t entertain them for long. You will need space and someone to supervise and operate the ride, and the rides are very age-specific. For more details, please visit -  https://gymbus.com.au/choosing-the-right-amusement-for-a-childs-birthday-party/

I’ve listed decorations as No 5 of the “5 Essential Ingredients for a Kids Party in Melbourne because after the birthday cake, the entertainment, the food and the presents it’s the last thing to be considered and probably the only thing that is not absolutely essential. If you’re a time-poor working Mum the decorations are the one thing you can do without. Party Supply Shops The quickest and easiest way of decorating your home for your child’s birthday party is to go to a party supply shop. I like to visit in person because I can browse the isles for exactly what I want and perhaps see things that I would not have thought of. Disposable plates, serviettes, drinking cups, table clothes all add to the ambience as well as enhance your chosen theme. Take it a step further by adding balloons, tissue balls, streamers and disco balls, The trap is getting carried away and buying more than you had budgeted for.  Read more about........ Decorations – 5 Essential Ingredients . ...

If you plan to cater yourself for your child’s birthday party, keep the food simple and wholesome, fresh fruit in the form of fruit kebabs, vege sticks and dip, homemade pizza, maybe some cupcakes, a few potato crisps and cheezles, a birthday cake and you are done. Prepare and freeze as much as possible beforehand and have some extra help on the day to prepare and serve. If your a working Mum with a family, you’ll have enough to do the planning and organising invitations, decorations, presents, and the entertainment, so you could do with some help with the catering. One option is to order in from a fast food store like Dominoes Pizza, Kentucky Fried, Macca’s or Chicken Treat. It is simple and cost effective. Pre-order, arrange a collection time, get hubby to go pick the food up, easy! And what kid doesn’t love fast food!! For more details, please visit -  https://gymbus.com.au/the-food/

Timing – the younger the children are the shorter the duration of the party. Even though 3-5 year olds take longer to organise at a party their concentration span is shorter so 1 -3/4 hour party is usually long enough. Broken down into 15 minutes meet and greet, 45 minutes play or entertainment, 20 minutes for food, 15 minutes for the cake because almost all the kids will want a turn at blowing out the candles, and 10 minutes for round up and collection. For older children, 2 hours is good, allowing 1 hour for play or perhaps formal entertainment like a magician or the GymBus. Party Day – have a backup plan for rain if you’re having an outdoor party at home or at a park. Be sure to have all your guests contact details for last minute changes like if the birthday child wakes up with gastro! In the days leading up to the party, make up a contact list for parents in case of emergencies like injuries or allergic reaction to you party food!  For more details, please visi...