Starting A Children’s Party Planning Business by DA Southern
Event Planning is a business for adults, everyone knows that. As an Event Planner who has done my fair share of Corporate Event Planning that are usually themed towards adults, I have been mistaken in the assumption that the “Kids” market is mostly left towards those stay-at-home moms with lots of time on their hands.
To say that a themed Event aimed towards a segment of the sector that seeks to raise funds for children is not a Children’s Party. It is still usually an adult themed Event that serves to get adults involved with some aspect of raising funds for a children’s charity. Trust me, I have come across Event Planners that see it in that vein.
So, I have turned my idea around as of late, as I have gotten to know some in the Children’s Party Planning business fairly exclusively, or at least, those who do a fair chunk of their business in the kids market. I guess the biggest drawback I always saw as a Children’s Party Planner was that most parents didn’t want to spend that much for Kids Party Planning.
I was wrong.
There are plenty of parents, and not just “Rich Folks,” who want to give their kids a memorable experience for one reason or another. It doesn’t really matter the reason. As a fantastic Party Planner, it is your responsibility to give the best Event you can plan no matter who is your client.
So what are the basics of setting up a great Party Planning business? Well, as I have mentored others to do, the basics are fairly similar to setting up any Event Planning Business; Niche, Operations, Marketing and Execution.
So, your Niche. Well, you have already decided to be someone who does Children’s Party Planning. That is all well and good. But really take the time to discover what aspect of that market will you do. What I mean is are there certain Party Themes that you love to do? Are there certain monetary limits that you must insist on to make it profitable? You see, you have to ask yourself serious questions or you will be running around doing a bunch of small events that you end up hating to do.
Operations comes from the question I ask most who are starting an Event Planning Business. How are you going to operate your business? Where? In your home? An office of some kind? There are a myriad of scenarios that you could do, but please be very careful if operating from home. It is imperative that you carve out a space that is solely for your business and nothing else. This may be hard to do, but make it so. If your family knows that the area is your “Work Space” and when they see you in it, they will come to know when you are “Doing Business.” You have got to set the groundwork for that mindset to happen.
The Marketing aspect is usually a monetary one at first glance. People always equate how much money they have to what and how they can market. That is a terrible approach and one that should be avoided. You have to be creative at the outset and there are fantastic ways to let the people know that you are doing what you do. Now, notice that the Marketing is third on the list as you can not Market until you have a pretty clear picture of who you are and how you will operate.
Finally, Execution is paramount and funds everything else. Face it, if your Execution is lacking, the rest does not matter. This is why it is clear who you are, how you will do business and how will you Market yourself.
Eventually, your Execution will be that part of you that will be the true measure of how you interact with your clientele. This will be your “Calling Card” and will get you countless opportunities to do more Event Planning.
One thing that I must advise you on due to the nature of Children’s Party Planning. Be as professional as if you you were Planning a Corporate Event. People will appreciate you for it and you will be considered the “Pro” for what you do.
Remember…Every Event in Your Life Should Be A Party.
About the Author
DA Southern has been involved in Fundraising Planning And Event Planning for over 18 years and has spent many years as a Managing Director for various Community Theatres where he learned the beautiful aspects of Event Planning out of necessity. Visit him at his blog for great tips and sign-up and get involved in one of the fastest growing Event Planning communities on the web.
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A Kid’s Guide to Washington, D.C. $5.91 For children on school trips or traveling with their families, here is kid-friendly information about popular monuments, museums, exhibits, shopping, sporting events–and even day trips outside the immediate metropolitan area. Originally published in 1989, this handy guide now features completely updated text and photographs, along with the puzzles, games, and wonderful tidbits of trivia that have made it one of the most useful D.C. guidebooks for children. "A Kid’s Guide to Washington, D.C." is the perfect traveling companion for any youngster who wants to play an active role in planning a family vacation. Includes: PuzzlesGamesTriviaAnd More |
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Kid’s Birthday Cake Hat – Birthday Party Accessories $19.76 Have your cake and wear it, too. We will all sing loudly Happy Birthday to you! Fabric lining, velcro size adjuster. Made of velvet and satin. |
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Party Girl $3.95 When life hands her lemons, she makes a French martini. Life is one big party for event planner Isabel Serranti. Armed with cell and laptop, she’s game to field any fete-including her next nearly impossible gig: an impromptu themed party. Five hundred guests? (No problem.) On a country estate? (Lovely ) Near her girlhood home and hosted by her infamous childhood tormentor Simon Monkwell? (Uh-oh. . . .) Luckily, Simon is away for most of the planning, which leaves Izzy to cope with his kindly, eccentric family and their curious secrets. But when Simon-looking good enough to eat-makes a surprise visit, he’s not quite the wretched oaf she remembers. And he needs her help to pull off something daring that requires clever planning, devious imagination, and a lot of panache. Naturally, they’ll be working together very, very closely. . . . "Hilarious and touching." -Romantic Times, about Playing James |
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Party Games $3.49 If only life were one big party. Sara would be looking forward to her sixteenth birthday, but thanks to her mom’s party planning business, she’s way too wrapped up in someone else’s: spoiled socialite Dakota London’s. Sara would much rather spend her summer hanging out with Ian, an up-and-coming guitar player and her new crush. But Sara is so busy catering to Dakota’s every wacky whim, she’s got no time to spend with him. And then, the icing on the cake: Dakota wants Ian to be her date for the big bash, and she wants Sara to play matchmaker! Sara’s not sure she’s game for this task, especially because she thinks she’s falling for Ian. Will this birthday end up more bitter than sweet? |
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Party People $18.09 How did quirky brother and sister, who left school at fifteen, come to be running the UK’s leading events company, numbering among their clients some of the biggest celebrities in the World? The answer involves a lot of hard work, a lot of good judgement, a lot of learning and a lot of mistakes, and above all, an awful lot of fun. In this entertaining, inspirational and often hilarious book, Secret Millionaire, David Jamilly, tells the story of how he and his sister Kim went from Children’s entertainers to heads of multi-million pound events empire Theme Traders. His searingly honest, warts and all account, which details their mistakes as well as their triumphs and gives hard-learned, practical insider tips on all aspects of party planning, will appeal to budding entrepreneurs, professional event organisers, and anyone who just wants to throw an unforgettable party. |
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Celebrating Party Foods $14.59 Hosting parties for lots of different occasions will be a breeze for even the novice cook with this collection of menus and recipes. Thirteen themes are featured, including a chocolate party, holiday open house, fruity wine and cheese reception, baby shower, bridal shower, girls’ night pasta party, game watch party, teen fiesta, kid’s birthday party, Halloween party, kids’ Christmas party, New Year’s brunch, and a book club luncheon. Each party theme provides a starter menu with complete recipes and gives suggestions for other types of foods and drinks that could be added to enhance the fun. General cooking tips are included, along with expert advice for Success with Parties. |
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Plan a Fabulous Party in No Time $3.95 Have to plan a party? Whether you’re planning the social event of the season or a meeting with your book club, getting organized, cleaning, shopping and cooking can take more of your time than you can afford. "Plan a Fabulous Party In No Time" can make party planning easy and fun With more than 45 different party themes to choose from, and instructions on how to create your own, you will be supplied with all the shopping lists, to-do lists and menus you’ll need to plan the perfect party. Even find out how to make store-bought foods and favors look like it took you hours of intense-labor to create at home Some of the party ideas include: Holiday Parties Bitter Party (with an ex-boyfriend bonfire) Luau New Year’s Eve Cocktail Party Wedding and Baby Showers Housewarming Party Retirement Party You’ll be able to step out of the kitchen and actually enjoy your next party with the help of "Plan a Fabulous Party In No Time," |
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The Everything Fondue Party Book $8.59 The Everything Fondue Party Book is ideal for your entertaining needs! Written by food expert Belinda Hulin, The Everything Fondue Party Book takes you from planning what kind of party you want to what you should serve and even how you should decorate. Fun fondue facts include: Broth fondues for dinner Dessert fondues (and yes, this means chocolate!) Cheese fondues for appetizers Cocktail suggestions to match your theme Planning your perfect fondue party décor Impress your guests with a fabulous fondue party! Let The Everything Fondue Party Book help you dip into an evening’s worth of delicious food, friends, and fondue! Belinda Hulin has contributed articles on food, dining, and entertainment to a wide range of newspapers, magazines, and online venues. |
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Party Hearty $17.99 Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is tough enough but when special occasions roll around most people throw up their hands and dive into the Super Bowl snacks Fourth of July hot dogs Halloween treats and New Years champagne–knowing that theyll regret it later. In Party Hearty actress and healthy-living expert Marilu Henner offers other choices. Marilu shows us how easy and fun it is to prepare healthful meals for family and friends for special occasions and holidays year-round. As in her other bestselling health books Marilu throws out the red meat dairy and refined sugar and fills the kitchen with the freshest fruits and vegetables grains soy seafood poultry and "legal" sugars. But denying ourselves is not on the agenda: Start the year right with delicious New Years Day recipes such as Asian Grilled Salmon and Sautéed Asparagus with Shallots–and pamper your guests with a spa party. Enjoy a romantic Valentines Day with Honey-Baked Chicken Warm Wild Mushroom Salad and Cupids Chocolate Cake made with healthy sugars to keep you in the mood. Pack some of these treats for a delicious Fourth of July picnic: Sugar Snap Pea and Cucumber Salad Curried Tuna Salad and Blueberry Cobbler with a Cornmeal Crust. Prepare a mouthwatering feast for Thanksgiving that gives a healthy start to the holiday season–including Roast Turkey Henner Holiday Dressing Pecan Sweet Potatoes and Pilgrim Pumpkin Pie. Along with hundreds of delicious energy-packed recipes Party Hearty offers dozens of creative twists on our favorite celebrations. Learn the three habits that will keep your Christmas healthy–and fill out the Henner Family Christmas Survey with your family. Act out a juicy scene with your partner for the Academy Awards. Throw a grab-bag Halloween party and laught when your husband ends up as Little Bo Peep. Explore the eight traditional themes of Hanukkah as an opportunity to incorporate healthy habits that will change your life. Chock full of terrific recipes innovative menus and party ideas and activities for adults and kids alike Healthy Holidays is your complete event and holiday planning resource for great celebrations the healthy way. |
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How to Host a Killer Party $3.95 Don’t let murder crash your party. Presley Parker was just happy to get her party planning business off the ground. Now she’s gotten the gig of the year, planning Mayor Davin Green’s sumptuous "surprise" wedding for his socialite fiancA(c)e, to be held on Alcatraz. But when the bride is found floating in the bay and the original party planner is found murdered, Presley becomes the prime suspect. If the attractive crime scene cleaner, Brad Matthews, doesn’t help her tidy her reputation, she’ll be exchanging her formal wear for prison stripes… |
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Marvin The Martian Kid’s Costume from Warner Bros. $34.95 Start planning world domination with this Marvin the Martian kid’s costume! Includes jumpsuit, headpiece, mask and gloves. Ray gun is sold separately. Available in kids’ sizes Small, Medium and Large. |
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The Party: A Guide to Adventurous Entertaining $3.95 The parties of Sally Quinn and her husband, Ben Bradlee, are legendary In The Party, Quinn takes readers behind the scenes, revealing how to avoid or gracefully cope with everything from seating-plan debacles to scandalous behavior from otherwise respectable people. Quinn supplies a wealth of advice for any type of party, including sending invitations, selecting the menu, planning the entertainment, and seating the guests. Her guidelines are sprinkled with playful accounts of party disasters she witnessed, and, on occasion, caused. Lighthearted, reassuring, and filled with great gossip, The Party will strike a chord with timid party givers, inspiring them to enter the fray and pull off unforgettable parties for their own A-list. |
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Theme Birthday Parties for Children: A Complete Planning Guide $3.94 Every parent wants to make a childs birthday party a special and fun experience. This resource for party-planners contains complete instructions for 18 parties with themes ranging from the barnyard to the jungle, and from pirates to princesses. Each themed party includes detailed instructions and ideas for invitations, decorations, games, crafts, refreshments, music, and everything else needed to create a delightful and memorable occasion. The easy-to-follow ideas are simple and economical enough for any party-planner–but definitely fun for kids. Also included are helpful general tips for making any childs birthday party a delight rather than an ordeal, including schedule suggestions, planning tips, appropriate party sizes and lengths for various age groups, advice on how to entertain early arrivals, suggestions for dealing with a difficult child, and much more. Tons of illustrations and diagrams are incl |
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Lalaloopsy: Party Time! $5.9 Sew magaical . . . sew cute A sweet storybook featuring the hottest new dolls–Lalaloopsy In this sweet storybook, the Lalaloopsy girls are planning a party. Each girl uses her special talents to make the party a success, but Mittens Fluff ‘n’ Stuff can’t figure out how to help. Afterall, she loves snow and winter sports Mittens tries to help Crumbs bake cupcakes, but they come out burned. Next, she tries to help Jewel make party tiaras, but that’s a mess, too. In the end, Mittens thinks about the thing she loves most–snow She decides to make mint snow cones, which are the hit of the party |
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Tinker Bell’s Tea Party $3.95 No one throws a better tea party than the fairies of Pixie Hollow Join Tinker Bell and her friends as they set about preparing for the perfect fairy tea party. All of Pixie Hollow pitches in: from the garden-talent fairies to the baking-talent fairies, every talent group has lots to do to make this the best tea party the fairies have ever had This charming picture book, with its delightful illustrations and sweet story, offers readers a glimpse into the intricacies and whimsy of fairy life–and includes plenty of tips from the fairies for planning your very own fairy tea party |
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Kid’s Trip Diary $3.95 Good for hours of entertainment, this interactive travel and trip planner contains activities to get children involved in the planning, games and puzzles to keep them busy en-route and enough space to record up to three weeks of special memories. |
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87 Ways to Throw a Killer Party $14.67 Want an excuse to get friends together? Or looking for an idea for a party your friends will never forget? This ultimate party-planning book for teens includes eighty-seven original ideas (and original takes on classic ideas) for great bashes. Inside you’ll find parties of all kinds, such as an Anti-Valentine’s Day soiree, a haunted house party, and a season finale get-together. Also includes party-planning tips, hosting etiquette, and how to avoid typical party pitfalls. Each idea contains some historical background information, a description of what you’ll need, and guidelines of how to set it up. Fun illustrations and safety and money-saving tips included. |
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Party Vamps $14.38 Caro Connery has worked hard the last five years to make her party-planning company a success in both mortal and immortal business worlds. Now she’s secured the Stoked account, a feat that could catapult her small company into the big leagues. But the major account comes with a major catch-she must share it with her half-vamp bloodmate, Alexander King. Alex hasn’t seen Caro since she walked out of his life years ago. Back then, Alex "The Party" King was immature and reckless, a member of vamp royalty who gave little regard to anyone and anything…including Caro’s feelings. Now a respected business owner, he’s excited about working for Stoked, but even more excited over the prospect of having Caro back in his bed. Amidst a scorching reunion with her ex, threats from a vicious vampiress, dealing with her over-sexed satyr partner and a wedding client from hell, Caro must decide if she can trust the new and improved Alex. She decides a test is in order-and she’s got just the thing. |
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Best-Ever Party Food Cookbook / Perfect Party Food (previous title) $2.99 This book includes over 75 recipes for fabulous finger food, nibbles, dips, party snacks and buffet dishes, shown step by step in 300 stunning photographs. It also features information on planning and preparing for the perfect party, as well as helpful hints and tips throughout. |
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Aurora: The Perfect Party $4.35 Series Description: Each Disney Princess gets her own story in this wonderful line of early chapter books. With original tales and beautiful color illustrations throughout, these engaging books are perfect for young readers who have grown up with the Disney Princesses and are ready for longer stories to read on their own. Book Description: Princess Aurora is planning a party. But it’s not just any party–it’s a secret celebration in honor of the fairies, Flora, Fauna and Merryweather. Aurora has to sneak out of the castle to gather all of their favorite things to include in the celebration. |
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Emily’s Tea Party $7.72 The sweet and lovable Emily can now be found in the fun and popular Sticker Stories format Emily and her friends are planning a tea party. Oh, no Here comes rain Will the party be ruined? With 75 full-color, reusable stickers and big, inviting full-color spreads to decorate, Sticker Stories give young children the tools and freedom to create their own stories time and again. |
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Secrets from a Caterer’s Kitchen: The Indispensable Guide for Planning a Party $17.8 From the author of "Secrets from a Caterer’s Kitchen," the only 55 recipes you’ll ever need to entertain with style and confidence. Features: a 55 essential dishes with lots of variations for every occasion a 38 versatile menus-from casual meals to elegant repasts a The basics of how to roast, grill, or steam meat, fish, and vegetables a From napkins to utensils-what every home entertainer needs a Hints and tips from the professionals to make every gathering as much a pleasure for the host as it is for the guests a Crowd favorites and exotic cocktails a Expert wine selections |
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Fast Track to Fine Dining: A Step-By-Step Guide to Planning a Dinner Party $10.95 You’re busy. You’re tired. You want to entertain. You don’t cook. This cookbook solves that problem, providing sixteen menus with wine pairings, prepare ahead instructions, presentation tips, grocery lists and detailed timelines. Just follow the step-by-step directions, and you too will host and enjoy terrific dinner parties. |
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Jade and the Surprise Party: Jade’s Adventures $9.39 It’s the White Cat’s birthday Everyone in Enchantia is planning the perfect party but something seems to be going wrong–guests keep disappearing, and there’s a mysterious photographer who might not be who she seems. Can Jade solve the mystery, or will the party turn into a birthday disaster? |
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Lily’s Ultimate Party $3.95 Sixth grade is finally over and Lily’s planning the "ultimate" party in celebration of the occasion, as only Lily can. As usual, Lily insists on making this a project for the Girlz Only Club, and gets a less than enthusiastic response. Lily will stop at nothing. She even starts her own business to pay for it, and meets Otto in the process. But it’s not long before Lily’s plans begin to unravel, and instead of the "ultimate" party, it’s turning into the ultimate disaster.Lily learns the importance of allowing others to be who God made them to be, rather than who she wants them to be. And, when Lily finally has her party, it turns out differently than anyone could have imagined |
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Robyn’s Party in the Park $7.96 When Robyn starts planning her birthday party, her mother makes just one rule: everyone from Robyn’s class has to be invited. This isn’t what Robyn has in mind, mostly because of the Three G’s who can make a lot of trouble when they are all together. When Robyn delivers the invitations, her best friend Marie acts very strangely. Then Robyn delivers the last invitation to Jessica Johnston only to find out that Jessica is having a birthday party the same day. Her parents have ruled that she is allowed to invite only six friends. Robyn isn’t one of them, but Marie is. Now Robyn can see the wisdom in her mother’s rule, but she is determined that this won’t ruin her party. In the newest story, Robyn shows how an unexpected event doesn’t have to derail her party but can be used to make new and better party plans. |
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Kids Party Music Cd Each $4.99 Our Kids’ Party Music CD will set the mood for a funtastic kid’s party. Each kid’s music CD includes seventeen lively kids songs and has a play time of over 55 minutes. Use the Kids’ Party Music CD at birthday parties, in classrooms or play a great game of musical chairs. Kid’s Party Music CD includes: What Time Is It? Pumpin’ Up the Party That’s Just the Way We Roll Umbrella The Hampsterdance Song Teardrops On My Guitar Hey There Delilah Cha Cha Slide Rockin’ Robin Vacation Electric Slide How Low Can You Go What Can I Do Do the Doo Run Run Sky High Water Dance |
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How to Start a Home-Based Event Planning Business $7.8 This informative book reveals how to use organizing and party planning skills as vehicles for a successful home-based business. Jill S. Moran, a Certified Special Events Professsional, shares her insider knowledge of the industry and offers advice on such things as finding customers, purchasing supplies, writing a business plan, marketing your talents, and more. Also included are details on professional organizations to join and "war stories" from other event planners. |
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The Best Birthday Party Ever $7.09 My birthday is 5 months 3 weeks 2 days and 8 hours away. Today I’m starting to plan my party. So what if the Big Day’s not exactly around the corner? This little girl is planning her party now. She has to if she wants to have the best birthday party ever. She’ll have the tallest birthday cake in the world plus camels elephants a ferris wheel (of course) and a castle . . . with a moat. Kids will laugh out loud at the girl’s wild plans and love the oh-so-sweet ending which involves a modest but fun party. Jennifer LaRue Huget and LeUyen Pham brilliantly capture what it feels like to be the Birthday Girl-a feeling many children will relate to. From the Hardcover edition. |
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Party Food: Small & Savo $3.94 From nibbles for four to food for a crowd, bestselling cookbook author Barbara Kafka offers partytime recipes for the harried, the hurried, and the helpless. This is the book for the host or hostess who wants to create parties that are an unqualified success, with an array of food that is simple to prepare, reasonably inexpensive, and always delicious "Party Food" gives you more than four hundred recipes for finger foods, ranging from the quick and the easy to those that are more lavish and intricate, for party givers who enjoy spending more time in the kitchen. Party Food is as simple as focaccia and as unusual as Mini-Moussaka Rolls; as elegant as classic French PĊte en Croute and as basic as the perfect Papaya Salsa to serve with chips."Party Food" is beautifully illustrated, brimming with 150 color photographs that show you not only individual dishes, but magnificent spreads and buffets.Barbara Kafka has created exciting foods that will tantalize everyone’s taste buds: Fresh Tomatillo Salsa, Roasted Red Pepper and Mushroom Salad, Vegetable Skewers, and Grilled Marinated Shrimp, which let your guests enjoy sensuous flavors while they mingle and help themselves from bowls and platters. The variety of recipes is astounding — take your pick from fifty different dips and let your planning evolve from there. In addition, "Party Food" is chock-full of vegetarian recipes, which are highlighted in green.One of the most important goals of party planning is making sure that throwing a party doesn’t interfere with enjoying it. Barbara Kafka offers explanations of how far ahead a recipe can be made, how dishes can be frozen and/or reheated, and how much of a given item you will need perperson. She shares secrets such as freezing chicken to make it easier to cut into strips for kabobs, and using your microwave to reduce preparation time. She also offers a host of flexible recipes such as Sun-Dried Tomato Dip, which can be served by itself, used as a pasta sauce, or enlisted as a base for dozens of other dishes. "Party Food" is simply the single, perfect party reference for any occasion. |
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The Dinner Party Diary $32.49 Introducing the perfect entertaining and party planning journal for today’s hosts. The Dinner Party Diary is a wonderful tool for creating memorable events because it combines the best of planning ahead while looking back. Use it to organize key components for your next soiree and to recall important lessons from parties past. Personalize your parties by keeping an ongoing record of guests adorations and aversions. And record those things that went spectacularly well, and those that aren t worth your time and effort to repeat. With The Dinner Party Diary, you ll always enjoy hosting, and you ll never miss an opportunity to celebrate. The Dinner Party Diary will help you: – Record lessons from parties past- Plan fabulous menus and drink pairings- Note guests aversions and adorations- Create perfect seating arrangements- Coordinate centerpieces, music and decor- Schedule never-miss timetables- Remember last-minute essentials- Organize vendor contacts- Preserve favorite recipes- Cherish memorable momentsTake a peek inside and read the latest buzz at www.thedinnerpartydiary.com |
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Billy Conn – The Pittsburgh Kid $32.07 There has never been a fighter like Billy Conn. Handsome as a movie star and tough as a junkyard dog, Conn threw combinations with the beauty and speed of later masters Sugar Ray Robinson and Muhammad Ali. The kid from the East Liberty section of Pittsburgh began boxing professionally at age 16, as his manager Johnny Ray fed him older, more experienced pros in a "baptism of fire." Conn developed quickly. At age 19 and 20 he defeated most of the world’s best middleweights, a division rich with talent. Still growing, by age 21 he won the world light-heavyweight title. After dominating that division, he sought greater challenge in the heavyweight division. He beat three of the best heavyweights, one by knockout and two by easy decision. Only one challenge remained – the great heavyweight champion Joe Louis. Their first fight remains one of boxing’s all-time classics, ranked by some as the greatest fight ever. Conn’s story transcends boxing. He pursued and eloped with the love of his life, the beautiful Mary Louise Smith, despite her father’s vehement and public opposition. Conn and his father-in-law tangled in a chaotic brawl at a lavish christening party at the Smith home. Billy starred in a Hollywood movie, The Pittsburgh Kid, and developed friendships with big stars like Bob Hope, Robert Taylor, and Frank Sinatra. Through all the glamour Billy remained the unpretentious "kid" from gritty Pittsburgh, the city he loved. He became an icon of that city, of the downtrodden Depression-era working class, and of the American Irish. Conn’s place in boxing and American folk history has been neglected and forgotten in recent decades. His story of a poor kid with talent and spirit who went for itall is one worth reading. |
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Party Food for Vegetarians $3.94 With millions of vegetarians in the US, and countless more joining the ranks every week, chances are, there is at least one at the dinner table or a cocktail party. Party Food for Vegetarians is packed with 80 easy recipes that are short on complications and long on flavor and style. Elegant menu plans and advice on planning and timing complement a deliciously broad range of recipes. The canapes and cocktail bites chapter features artichoke toasties and aubergine & olive truffles. Heartier main dishes like ricotta & herb dumplings with vodka and porcini butter sauce combine with scrumptious small courses, like no-knead honey seed bread & hot brie fondue or ginger-spiked avocados to build the perfect feast. |
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To Be a Kid $3.95 Children from around the world celebrate the joys of being a kid. |
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Piper Reed, Party Planner $2.99 Piper Reed and her fellow Gypsy Club members are in need of a clubhouse. Raising money to buy one proves a challenge. Piper, being the resourceful fifth grader that she is, launches her own party-planning business and gets her first job throwing young Brady’s birthday celebration. But things don’t go as expected on the day of the big event. Fortunately for Piper, her friends and family come to her rescue! |
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Gargoylz Go To A Party $5.59 Max and Ben need a plan of escape! Maxs parents are planning a terrifying princess party for his sisters birthday. Its going to be pink! Its going to be horrible! Luckily the Gargoylz come to the rescue with disguises tricks and a whole heap of mischief! Dont miss the fun! Join Max Ben and the Gargoylz in these four new adventures. GARGOYLZ ARE VERY NAUGHTY AND WON’T KEEP STILL FOR LONG. THEREFORE THE TOY INCLUDED MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS SHOWN. |
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Sesame 1st Party Game Each $5.99 This Sesame 1st Party Game features every kid’s favorite Sesame Street character Elmo. The object of the Sesame 1st Party Game is to place the number one stickers on Elmo’s party hat. This Sesame Street version of pin the tale on the donkey includes one game board measuring 37 1/2 inches high x 24 1/2 inches wide and six 2 3/8 inches wide x 3 3/3 inches high stickers. Keep lil’hands busy at your Sesame Street themed birthday party with the Sesame 1st Party Game. |
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Silly Party String (3.5 oz. Can) $2.99 Silly Party String makes any time in to party time! Large 3.5 oz Size One can contains over 500 ft of party string Non-Toxic and kid friendly Shoots over 10 ft Vibrant Colors Ship Assorted |
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Party in a Cup!: Easy Party Treats Kids Can Cook in Silicone Cups [With Silicone Cups] $4.55 Party in a Cup has all the secret ingredients girls need to throw 4 unforgettable parties–a slumberparty, tea party, summer party, and spa party. This cookbook comes with easy-to-follow recipes for 25 totally tasty treats, party favors, and decorating ideas, as well as 6 party-ready silicone cups that are easy to clean, and safe for ovens or microwaves. Party-planning has never tasted so good |
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Planning for Empire: Reform Bureaucrats and the Japanese Wartime State $45.53 Japan’s invasion of Manchuria in September of 1931 initiated a new phase of brutal occupation and warfare in Asia and the Pacific. It forwarded the project of remaking the Japanese state along technocratic and fascistic lines and creating a self-sufficient Asian bloc centered on Japan and its puppet state of Manchukuo. In Planning for Empire, Janis Mimura traces the origins and evolution of this new order and the ideas and policies of its chief architects, the reform bureaucrats. The reform bureaucrats pursued a radical, authoritarian vision of modern Japan in which public and private spheres were fused, ownership and control of capital were separated, and society was ruled by technocrats. Mimura shifts our attention away from reactionary young officers to state planners-reform bureaucrats, total war officers, new zaibatsu leaders, economists, political scientists, engineers, and labor party leaders. She shows how empire building and war mobilization raised the stature and influence of these middle-class professionals by calling forth new government planning agencies, research bureaus, and think tanks to draft Five Year industrial plans, rationalize industry, mobilize the masses, streamline the bureaucracy, and manage big business. Deftly examining the political battles and compromises of Japanese technocrats in their bid for political power and Asian hegemony, Planning for Empire offers a new perspective on Japanese fascism by revealing its modern roots in the close interaction of technology and right-wing ideology. |
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Be a Party Plan Superstar $10.49 The 'party plan' model of direct selling introducing products through home parties social gatherings and fund raisers has been the route to financial freedom for millions. This inspiring hands on manual written by an author who has achieved unprecedented success herself shows other women how they can generate more bookings more sales and more business leads at their parties as well as build a team of independent party planners and drive up their own commissions. Exemplified by powerhouse brands like Tupperware Pampered Chef and Mary Kay the party-planning method is an unparalleled opportunity for anyone to live the life they dream about and deserve. In "Be a Party Plan Superstar" readers will discover step-by-step how they can transition from selling to friends and family to building a profitable business develop a who's-who customer base create an environment of fun be an engaging host and close sales effortlessly. This is the one book that shows women how to become direct-selling superstars! Simply by being the life of the party. |
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The Baby Animals’ Party $3.95 This brand-new series is launching with reissues of four proven classics. Engaging art, simple kid-friendly text, sturdy board construction, and a perfect 8 x 8 size give Classic Board Books enduring appeal to toddlers and parents alike. Come join the celebration for the new baby in the forest Adorable baby animals prepare gifts and scamper off to welcome the new arrival with an exciting baby animals’ party. |
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Excellence in Wedding Planning: The Preliminaries…the Wedding Proper…the Celebrations $31.58 EXCELLENCE in WEDDING PLANNING takes the reader on a journey that leads to a destination It begins with how to set up a wedding planning business and ends with the final good-bys at the wedding reception Written from decades of personal experience, plus the knowledge gained by working with hundreds of students in thirty-five countries, the business part of the book will save a person desiring to be a wedding planner many hours of research. It spells out exactly what has to be done to start a wedding planning business and how to keep it successful. Those already working as wedding planners will find refinements to help take their business to a different level. Brides who are working without a professional planner will find EXCELLENCE in WEDDING PLANNING a great guide for what has to be done and when, information to give the wedding party and etiquette and guidelines for wording and addressing invitations in today’s society. There is information about the choosing the most flattering gown for different figure types as well as a discussion of products in a Bridal Registry. Ever wonder why a bride wears,"Something old, some new and a lucky sixpence in her shoe?" Or, when wedding bands came into vogue? Why a wedding gown is white? Have they always been white? The origin of these and many other wedding traditions is discussed in a chapter written to enlighten and amuse the reader. If there is a wedding in your future, either as a planner or a bride, EXCELLENCE in WEDDING PLANNING is a "must read" book |
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Hey, New Kid! $3.95 Cody’s father is an F.B.I. agent, he’s got a pet emu, and he’s an ace on Rollerblades. At least, that’s what Cody tells his class on the first day at his new school. Being Super Deluxe Cody is great, until someone throws a skating party. And suddenly, the game may be up |
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Debbie Brown’s 50 Easy Party Cakes $23.17 If you’re planning a party and pressed for time, look no further This collection of striking yet simple cake designs is guaranteed to provide the solution. These eye-catching cakes are surprisingly easy to make. |
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Party Girl: A Novel $9.29 When life hands her lemons, she makes a French martini. Life is one big party for event planner Isabel Serranti. Armed with cell and laptop, she’s game to field any fete-including her next nearly impossible gig: an impromptu themed party. Five hundred guests? (No problem.) On a country estate? (Lovely!) Near her girlhood home and hosted by her infamous childhood tormentor Simon Monkwell? (Uh-oh. . . .) Luckily, Simon is away for most of the planning, which leaves Izzy to cope with his kindly, eccentric family and their curious secrets. But when Simon-looking good enough to eat-makes a surprise visit, he’s not quite the wretched oaf she remembers. And he needs her help to pull off something daring that requires clever planning, devious imagination, and a lot of panache. Naturally, they’ll be working together very, very closely. . . . "Hilarious and touching." -Romantic Times, about Playing James From the Trade Paperback edition. |
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The Enlightened Party Planner: Guides to Creating Parties from the Heart – The Six Elements of a Successful Party $27.51 Does the thought of planning a party feel overwhelming, intimidating, or like one more thing you have to do? Have you ever wondered how to create a fun and memorable party? The Enlightened Party Planner: Guides to Creating Parties from the Heart is a series of books based on the notion that being of service and coming from the heart will not only make for an amazing party your guests will remember for a lifetime, but will also leave you feeling happy and fulfilled.The Six Elements of a Successful Party is based on one fundamental principal: show your guests how important they are to you With a special blend of "heart-centered" party planning teachings, unique party plan ideas, invaluable resources and examples, journal pages, and a 30-page all-inclusive Planner Pack, this book is the perfect companion for planning any gathering or celebration with grace and ease. |
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Gargoylz Go to a Party $3.49 <p>Max and Ben need a plan of escape! Max’s parents are planning a terrifying princess party for his sister’s birthday. It’s going to be pink! It’s going to be horrible! Luckily, the Gargoylz come to the rescue with disguises, tricks and a whole heap of mischief!</p><p> </p><p> Don’t miss the fun! Join Max, Ben and the Gargoylz in these four new adventures.</p><p> GARGOYLZ ARE VERY NAUGHTY AND WON’T KEEP STILL FOR LONG. THEREFORE, THE TOY INCLUDED MAY NOT BE EXACTLY AS SHOWN.</p> |
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Magic Ballerina: Jade And The Surprise Party $6.29 Its the White Cats birthday! Everyone in Enchantia is planning the perfect party but something seems to be going wrong – guests keep disappearing. And theres a mysterious photographer who might not be who she seems… Can Jade solve the mystery or will the party turn into a birthday disaster? A delightful new Magic Ballerina story from Prima Ballerina and guest judge on Strictly Come Dancing Darcey Bussell. Age 5+ |
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The Polka Palace Party: An Adventure in Teamwork $3.95 Join the Backyardigans in this exciting new adventure Cowboys Tyrone, Pablo, and Austin, along with Cowgirl Uniqua, are on their way to the Polka Palace Party in Wyoming. But when they run into danger and lose the instruments that they’re planning to play at the party, they realize the importance of working together as a team. This full-color 8 x 8 storybook is perfect for young readers between the ages of 3 and 7. |
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Party On $10 Party On – Mistah F.A.B. |
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Integrated Library Systems: Planning, Selecting, and Implementing $51.07 This is the book you’ve been waiting for. "Integrated Library Systems: Planning, Selecting, and Implementing" is an all-inclusive guide to acquiring a new ILS. Detailed and practical, the book covers every step of the process, from cost-benefit analysis, to evaluating software, writing the request for proposal, and implementation and training. You’ll learn about different types of integrated library systems-standalone, turnkey, hosted, software-as-a-service (cloud computing), and open-source-and how to assess your facility and staff to find the best fit. The book also covers evaluation of software and hardware; third-party add-ons, such as RFID; and writing successful budget proposals and justification statements. There is even specific, headache-saving advice on working with sales reps, such as the warning not to "ever" accept the statement: "The vendor will not be held accountable to the contents of the RFP." Even if you’re working with a consultant, this book will help you understand the process and make informed decisions. |
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A Kid’s Guide To Washington D.C.: Revised And Updated Edition $9.29 For children on school trips or traveling with their families here is kid-friendly information about popular monuments museums exhibits shopping sporting events–and even day trips outside the immediate metropolitan area. Originally published in 1989 this handy guide now features completely updated text and photographs along with the puzzles games and wonderful tidbits of trivia that have made it one of the most useful D.C. guidebooks for children. A Kid’s Guide to Washington D.C. is the perfect traveling companion for any youngster who wants to play an active role in planning a family vacation. Includes: Puzzles Games Trivia And More! |
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The Ultimate Appetizers Book: More than 450 No-Fuss Nibbles and Drinks Plus simple party planning tips (Better Homes & Gardens) $8.99 The only appetizers book you’ll ever need! Make every party unforgettable with this collection of small bites and savory snacks. No matter the occasion, these delectable morsels and drinks will entice and delight all of your guests. Delicious and creative appetizers and drinks from the experts in the Better Homes and Gardens Test Kitchen. More than 450 party bites and beverages – including classic cocktail party small plates, dips and quick snack mixes, pastries, and bite-sized sweets. More than 300 luscious full-color photographs. Bonus: quick tips and helpful hints for putting your party together with ease, including party menus, style ideas, and super-easy last minute recipes using versatile pantry staples. |
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Kid A $15.62 It was virtually impossible to ignore Radiohead’s Kid A when it was released in early October 2000. But the Album was more than just a ten-track collection of songs written by five musicians from Oxfordshire, more than the weird follow-up to the critics’ fashionable go-to record of choice OK Computer, more than what the Village Voice described as the biggest, warmest recorded go-fuck-yourself in recent memory. Kid A was an event. By pulling Kid A from its canonical status and grounding the album in various contexts, Marvin Lin explains not only why Radiohead suddenly adopted a new songwriting methodology, but also how properties like genre and authenticity distracted us from understanding our reactions to it. From bovine growth hormones and neurological impulses to Dada poetry and bandwidth throttling, the book articulated the politics behind both Radiohead’s music and our listening experiences. But in a period of socio-political unrest, is listening to Kid A a waste of time? In and through the album, Lin seeks to answer this question by examining what Kid A does to us over time, what Kid A tells us about the future, and whether it’s possible (or even desirable) to use Kid A to transcend time altogether. |
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SAP Planning: Best Practices in Implementation $58.84 Everything a company needs to know to plan, organize, and perform an SAP implementation in one book This is the only book available that shows the reader how to actually plan an SAP Data Center, install mySAP components, and set up the tools and processes necessary to monitor and manage a productive SAP system. It covers how to perform a Total Cost of Ownership analysis to help refine your SAP Solution Vision, and then how to leverage SAPAs technology partners to work through the SAP system landscape sizing process. Staffing the project, from the SAP Steering Committee all the way down to the primary SAP basis and computer operations teams, is covered as well. It also covers building high availability and disaster recoverability into your solutions, addressing critical training required by the SAP support team as well as end users, and how to use SAP-provided and a host of other 3rd party tools to manage your mySAP landscape. Finally, this is the only book that covers in detail how to address both functional and stress testing of your solution prior to going live. Throughout the book, knowledge and processes are provided that will help you hit the ground running and help you save money. The book is written by an SAP Technical Certified Consultant with seven years of experience in SAP design and implementation who offers tried and proven approaches, scripts, and tools similar to those used by new and existing SAP customer sites. The accompanying CD of documents, presentations, scripts, checklists, and various tools valued at $50,000 saves time and makes the reader productive fast. Coverage includes notated screen shots of real productive systems; custom checklists, how-to procedures, organization charts that can be leveraged immediately for staffing teams; PowerPoint presentations that can be used by management to sell, present, and provide status updates on their mySAP projects internally; tools, utilities, and XLS spreadsheets used to design, size, and understand SAP system architectures; actual Microsoft Project plans and implementation schedules to get the customer and 3rd party Project Manager’s started quickly; and documentation templates and approaches that may be used at once. |
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Let’s Have a Sales Party: A Complete Guide to Success in Party Plan Selling $33.71 Party plan selling offers a great mix of making money with having fun by selling your products or services at a party. "LET’S HAVE A SALES PARTY" provides a complete step-by-step guide on how to do it, with tips for both the newcomer and the old-timer who wants to further expand the business. The book includes tips on how to: choose your product and company, develop your sales pitch, recruit prospects for your party, plan a great party, increase your sales, expand your business by creating a sales organization, and more. It provides practical information on: avoiding the mishaps that befall some party plan sellers, creating advertising to help you find hosts and customers for your parties, developing a presentation and a marketing campaign, finding a host, choosing a location, planning the menu, mastering a solid sales pitch, building to a strong close, asking for the sale, taking orders, getting referrals, confirming orders, and managing deliveries. Additionally, it offers expert tips on how to avoid scams and choose a reputable party plan company, a directory of major party plan companies, and more. |
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Holiday Parties for Children: A Complete Planning Guide $3.94 Holiday parties are a treat for both children and adults, but putting together a holiday-themed party may seem daunting. These plans for celebrating 16 different holidays can turn any parent into a well-prepared party-planner. Holidays covered are New Years Eve, Chinese New Year, Valentines Day, Mardi Gras, St. Patricks Day, Easter, Childrens Book Day, May Day, Cinco de Mayo, Fourth of July, Grandparents Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa. Each party description includes suggestions and directions for themed invitations, crafts, snacks, and decorations. Also included are ideas for games, songs and other activities. Each holiday has plenty of suggestions so that the party-planner can choose the best combination. Suggestions also are given for customizing a party for a school, church, or family event attracting children of all ages (including grown-ups ). This helpful guide also provides clear and proven ideas for making any party safe, successful, and fun, and includes ideas for other special days, instructions for any-occasion games, and directions for making a piata, a welcome addition to nearly any party. |
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Barty The Kid: Curiosity Killed The Cat $1.19 In this issue, Barty returns home to find the Lady and her entourage waiting. Planning to throw him into the Tower for the rest of his life, Barty flees with the intent of taking the Wizarding Lines to Colorado. But closed by the Lady and the authorities, Barty is forced to find other means and ends up another victim of the Wizard Thief. |
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Perfect Party Games $5.8 <p>- Are you planning a children’s party?</p><p> </p><p> – Do you need some ideas for games that will keep everyone entertained?</p><p> </p><p> – Do you want to make sure you’ve remembered the difference between ‘What’s the time, Mr Wolf?’ and ‘British bulldog’?</p><p> <i></i></p><p> <i>Perfect Party Games</i> is essential reading for anyone who has a party to plan. Whether you need some ideas to keep everyone entertained at a family get-together or you’re organising a big do for your child’s whole primary school class, you’re bound to find inspiration in this collection of over 200 fun-filled games. With easy-to-follow instructions for everything from ‘Alphabet tales’ to ‘Yes or no’, and an indispensable guessing games section offering film, book and TV programme titles, <i>Perfect Party Games</i> will help provide hours of fun for everyone. </p><p> </p><p> The <i>Perfect </i>series is a range of practical guides that give clear and straightforward advice on everything from getting your first job to choosing your baby’s name. Written by experienced authors offering tried-and-tested tips, each book contains all you need to get it right first time.</p> |
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House Party Iii Dvd from Warner Bros. $6.99 Play throws Kid the ‘mutha’ of bachelor parties when the high-haired one decides to get married. Starring Kid ‘n Play, TLC and Bernie Mac. |
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The Best Wedding Shower Book: A Complete Guide for Party Planners $3.95 "This new edition contains more fun activities, party recipes, decorating hints, gift ideas, and planning tips than any other book" Practical party-planning checklists Designs for invitations and name tags Decorating ideas that don’t cost a bundle Creative ideas for "couples" showers Engaging party games that won’t embarrass your quests Dozens of delicious, nutritious recipes and menu ideas Attractive serving suggestions Tips on choosing a party location Updated planning section More creative, contemporary shower themes And much more |
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Birthday Parties: Best Party Tips and Ideas $3.95 Here is a great collection of tips that can be used year after year when giving kids birthday parties. The book includes age-related party information, planning-ahead hints, cake and mealtime recipes, party themes, favor and prize ideas, party hunt ideas and lots of howto’s. Most importantly, there’s help for organizing games, songs, and craft activities to keep kids busy and having a terrific time. Revised and expanded in 1995. Embossed cover. |
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Party Vegan: Fabulous, Fun Food for Every Occasion $16.13 More than 120 scrumptious, animal-free recipes, covering 25 entertainment situations and occasions, from an elegant Valentine’s Day dinner to a children’s birthday party to Thanksgiving, Christmas and Hanukkah. "Party Vegan" will contain delicious, animal-free dishes like Spinach and White Bean Phyllo Cigars with Walnuts and Figs, Devil’s Details Chili, and Confetti Cornbread Muffins, and Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake that will appeal to vegans and omnivores alike. Extensive notes on party planning and preparation in the front matter and throughout the book. |
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The New Kid on the Block $5.12 Open this book to any page to begin your exploration. Here are poems about things that you may never have thought about before. You’ll be introduced to jellyfish stew, a bouncing mouse, a ridiculous dog, and a boneless chicken. You’ll learn why you shouldn’t argue with a shark, eat a dinosaur, or have an alligator for a pet. You’ll meet the world’s worst singer and the greatest video game player in history. You’ll even find an invitation to a dragon’s birthday party….Your friends are invited too.Over 100 hilarious poems about strange creatures and people–from jellyfish stew to a bouncing mouse, and a boneless chicken. "The illustrations bring the frivolity to a fever pitch."–School Library Journal. Index. |
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Scaredy Squirrel Has a Birthday Party $14.38 In the fifth book, Scaredy Squirrel plans his own birthday and surprise … things get very crowded. Scaredy Squirrel is planning his own birthday party for one – but despite his detailed plans, things get out of control when the party animals arrive. He’s back Scaredy Squirrel, the loveable worrywart, returns for another nutty adventure. Scaredy never plans big birthday parties. He’d rather celebrate alone quietly in the safety of his nut tree and avoid those pesky party animals (ants, clownfish, ponies and Bigfoot). When all his excessive plans are thrown up in the air like confetti, will Scaredy play dead and cancel? Or will he face the music? |
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What Goes with What for Parties: Planning Made Easy $5.94 In What Goes With What for Parties, lifestyles editor and writer Bo Niles shows you step-by-step how to plan for your next party. First, a short quiz about your entertaining tastes, will help you determine what entertaining style you fall into. Once you know your entertaining style, you will learn about all putting together a great party in accordance with your style. |
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Hey New Kid! $3.99 Cody?s father is an F.B.I. agent he?s got a pet emu and he?s an ace on Rollerblades. At least that?s what Cody tells his class on the first day at his new school. Being Super Deluxe Cody is great until someone throws a skating party. And suddenly the game may be up! Betsy Duffey is the author of numerous books for young readers including How to Be Cool in the Third Grade The Math Wiz and Utterly Yours Booker Jones. She lives in Atlanta Georgia. Ellen Thompson has illustrated over one hundred children?s book jackets and her work has appeared in numerous magazines. She lives in Franklin Park New Jersey.Cody?s father is an F.B.I. agent he?s got a pet emu and he?s an ace on Rollerblades. At least that?s what Cody tells his class on the first day at his new school. Being Super Deluxe Cody is great until someone throws a skating party. And suddenly the game may be up! Betsy Duffey is the author of numerous books for young readers including How to Be Cool in the Third Grade The Math Wiz and Utterly Yours Booker Jones. She lives in Atlanta Georgia. Ellen Thompson has illustrated over one hundred children?s book jackets and her work has appeared in numerous magazines. She lives in Franklin Park New Jersey. |
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Banana Kid $39.99 Banana Kid |
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COWBOY KID $19.99 COWBOY KID |
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Ketchup Kid $39.99 Ketchup Kid |
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CA Kid $999.99 CA Kid |
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Mustard Kid $39.99 Mustard Kid |
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Kid and Waitress $10 Kid and Waitress |
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Kid Rock $10 Kid Rock |
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Delirium’s Party: A Little Endless Storybook $14.69 Award-winning writer and artist Jill Thompson returns to these kid-friendly versions of the characters from the bestselling SANDMAN series. Upset that her sister Despair is unhappy, Delirium throws her a party and invites her Endless siblings. Each sibling brings a gift that’s unique to his/her/its realm in an effort to cheer up Despair. But what could possibly cheer up the anthropomorphic representation of hopelessness? |
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Politics and Planning: A National Study of American Planners $46.05 Vasu analyzes the attitudes of a national sample of both public and private planners, using a questionnaire he devised and administered, and contrasts the results with a nationwide sample of the American public. He finds that planners are a distinct interest group with ideological orientations, political party affiliations, and political participation that differ significantly from those of the American public. |
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The Fairy Party Book: Magic Meg & Lucy Loveheart $3.95 "A charming handbook on how to host fairy festivities." Nobody parties like the fairy folk. Now, for the first time among mortals, The Fairy Party Book reveals the impish secrets of those partying pixies. On these enchanted pages kids (and their parents) will find everything they need to know to plan, organize and throw a successful fairy-themed party. Ideas include: a planning party, where fizzy fairy juice is served to help inspire ideas for themes (a flower party? how about a masked ball?) how to make invitations (pressed blossoms and sparkles are a must) planning games (Dizzy Pixie anyone?), plus tips on decorating and dressing up, and a delicious recipe for Fairy Party Cake. Just reading the book is ticklish fun, but the real magic happens when the party brings fairyland to life — perfect for birthdays, sleepovers, or even for playtime. With Meg Clibbon’s whimsical wit and Lucy Clibbon’s lavish illustrations, The Fairy Party Book ensures that an enchanting time will be had by all. |
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Putting on a Party: Adventure Parties for Kids $3.95 The newest title in our popular Children’s Activity Series Kids love parties, no matter the occasion Putting on a Party: Adventure Parties for Kids teaches kids how to throw great parties, from organizing and planning to cleaning up and everything in between. Organized by individual party themes, Putting on a Party gives kids all the information they need to host a Polar Expedition, Westward Trek, Space Voyage, High Seas Adventure, or Sensational Safari. Outrageously creative activities await each partygoer-who doesn’t want to make alien slime, drink rainforest refreshers, crack open moon rocks, munch on Oregon Trail pizza, or run a penguin race?-and kids will love the active role they play in planning and running their own celebrations Included are ideas for games, prizes, refreshments, party favors, crafts, invitations, decorations, and more-all the information a busy mom or dad needs to help put together a party that children of all ages will love. The book also includes important information on being a good host, helping kids avoid hurt feelings and social blunders, and making sure no kids are left out of the fun-in short, it gives kids and parents all the information they need to know to make sure everyone has a good time. As a teacher, Lori Bonner began collecting games and activities to accelerate learning in her classroom. She now tries out new ideas on her family, neighbors, 4-H group, and other groups with which she volunteers. Lori lives with her husband and two children in Lehi, Utah. Fran Lee has illustrated and designed nine titles in this popular series. A native of Chicago, Fran currently lives with her husband in Portland, Oregon. |
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Baby Shower Ideas – Perfect for your party - $4.91 Ideas on absolutely everything you need for a perfect Baby Shower party. A complete guide absolutely crammed full of useful ideas hints and tips from choosing themes planning invitations food decorations activities games favors and gifts plus advice on the correct etiquette to follow when hosting this type of party. The ultimate guide that no host should be without! |
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Magic Ballerina (20) – Jade and the Surprise Party $6.99 Dance your way to the magical world of Enchantia in the delightful fourth series of Magic Ballerina by Darcey Bussell! It’s the White Cat’s birthday! Everyone in Enchantia is planning the perfect party but something seems to be going wrong – guests keep disappearing. And there’s a mysterious photographer who might not be who she seems Can Jade solve the mystery or will the party turn into a birthday disaster? A delightful new Magic Ballerina story from Prima Ballerina and guest judge on Strictly Come Dancing, Darcey Bussell. |
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Dog Parties: Entertaining Your Party Animals $3.95 Hit the hottest parties for posh pups with Kimberly Schlegel Whitman’s new entertaining book exclusively for dog-lovers Life of the Dog Party is just the ticket to planning high-society dog soirees. After all, dogs bring so much joy into our lives-shouldn’t we pay them some special attention every now and then? Our love affair with dogs is everywhere these days, from luxury dog carriers, collars, and clothing, to dog specialty spas, fitness centers, and camps. From fashion (sunglasses, fresh-flower collars), to cuisine ("Dogiva" carob candies, "Dog Perignon" champagne, party cake) to super party activities (a romp in a specially prepared fountain, a "pet-icure"), see how these dog-doting party planners pamper their pets. From a birthday party to a backyard spa party to an afternoon art gallery soiree, the parties in this book capture all breeds of dogs at their fluffiest, and photographic best You’ll learn great tips in planning and executing every detail: Making "doggie" bags Fun themes Picking dog-friendly music Great location ideas Dog food People food Special grooming tips Table settings Invitations Festivities and favors Fashion Canine couture |
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Party™ $29 Download the Party™ font for Mac or Windows in OpenType, TrueType or PostScript format. |
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House Party Ii Dvd from Warner Bros. $6.99 When Kid’s college money is stolen by a crooked music promoter, Play’s solution is to stage the ‘mutha’ of all pajama parties. Starring Kid ‘n Play and Martin Lawrence. Produced and directed by Doug McHenry and George Jackson. |
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Party Bee – Party Queen $10 Party Bee – Party Queen |
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Party Vegan: Fabulous, Fun Food For Every Occasion $7.99 <b>The first and only vegan celebration cookbook on the market</b><p>It’s one thing to cook vegan for yourself, but what about hosting parties and holiday get-togethers for friends and family? <i>Party Vegan</i> has you covered with more than 140 scrumptious animal-free recipes for parties of every kind. Whether you’re hosting a child’s birthday or a sophisticated cocktail party, you’ll find many vegan options that even omnivorous guests will love.<p>But this is more than just a cookbook. It’s a detailed guide to hosting vegan parties, covering everything from party planning to food presentation to shopping lists. Virtually every big special occasion is includedFourth of July, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and even the Super Bowl.<ul><li>Includes handy tips on planning your themes, menus, and trips to the market<li>This is the first cookbook dedicated to vegan party recipes<li><i>Party Vegan</i> is ideal for people with vegan family or friends, as well as those who are watching their diet or have food allergies</ul><p>For any occasion, this is a perfect cookbook for hosting fun parties that will delight vegans, vegetarians, and anyone who loves healthy, tasty food. |
