Party Resources

Having a birthday party at home is a great way to cut costs and to put your unique stamp on your child’s birthday. And you don’t have to rely on a few balloons and a Pin the Tail on the Donkey game—you can either make it festive yourself, or bring in pros that can do anything from pony rides to laser tag. Or, of course, you can combine the best of both worlds.

Looking for a new idea for a birthday party? Whether it’s a party for a boy or a party for a girl, there’s one thing that all kids like to do—move. Even if they spend their time in front of video games, getting kids moving with a great birthday game is a fun way to celebrate a birthday. Luckily, there are plenty of resources in Central Maryland that will help you plan a party that encourages kids to get up and at ‘em—whether it’s a sports-themed fete or a dance-based blast, there are plenty of local resources that will help kids shake, rattle and roll their way to a good time.

Choosing a gift to give for children’s birthday parties should involve the preschool and elementary school age child invited to attend the birthday party. Two invitations came in the mail today. A preschool classmate invited 3-yr-old Casey to a birthday party and a soccer teammate invited 8-yr-old Travis to come to a party. If you are the parent of one or more of the invitees, you play an important role in the process of giving an appropriate gift.

My 11 year-old girl/boy twins started middle school this year. It was a huge adjustment for me … er, them … okay, for all of us. For me, gone were the hands-on days of volunteering at the elementary school and meeting all my children’s friends and most of their parents. For the children, the new school meant meeting lots of new people. Realizing the importance of friends during this adjustment and developmental time in my twins’ lives, I decided to throw them a party...

Whether you have months or minutes to plan, creating the perfect party for your birthday boy or girl can be a snap. Given everyone’s busy schedules, it may seem tempting to outsource the party to a local amusement park or sports complex, but taking whatever time you have to plan a great celebration will make it more enjoyable for everyone involved … and yes, that means you, too.