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Stuck for ideas? I can help with ideas on theming, entertainment and anything creative. I specialise in the unusual and have created party experiences for small gatherings right up to large international corporations. I have a great original idea that is totally flexible and personalises the party in a way that touches people.

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I have been involved with Corporate and Private Events for many years. I both organise and provide entertainment at a wide range from house parties, anniversaries, celebrations, fun days, conferences, seminars, workshops and street parties.

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Questions Answered By Expert John Gordon
In Category Party Planning

Subject	Date Asked

Corporate Luncheon Banquet	7/2/2008
Q: Every year we have an annual conference. During that conference all employees that have reached a ... A: the answer is YES or maybe(!)... but that depends upon knowing more, doesn't it? What have you ...
50th birthday party - male	7/1/2008
Q: please could you suggest any entertainment for a small classy 50th - 30 adults - sit down meal - no ... A: There are a number of ways to make this work and a Murder Mystery may be the answer. However, the ...
70th birthday	6/24/2008
Q: The family has chosen James Bond oo7 as the theme. We are calling it a 0070 What can be used as a ... A: OK ... some of those ideas are expensive but I had no idea you weren't having a posh banquet. A fun ...
70th birthday	6/24/2008
Q: The family has chosen James Bond oo7 as the theme. We are calling it a 0070 What can be used as a ... A: Good theme idea anytime but I like the 0070 idea! When we do these, this is a selection of the ...
13y/old Gypsy Fortune Teller Party	6/23/2008
Q: I am planning on getting a fortune teller but what other activities can I have. I wanted to make ... A: Great theme for a party! Some questions though before I can offer you ideas: 1) Have you yet booked ...
housewarming party	6/17/2008
Q: do you give out favors at a housewarming party? If any suggestions as to what to give? A: Things like this have different customs the world over. What is suitable in Japan may be offensive ...
my 19th birthday	6/6/2008
Q: its my 19th birthday in september and although its about fours months away i want to get somethink ... A: Kirsty I attend and organise parts of events like this all the time. Here's what I suggest: => ...
Retirement Party Slogan for Cake	6/5/2008
Q: My mother is retiring from IBM after 33 years of service. I am ordering her a cake and can't come up ... A: I don't hon#estyly have a perfect slogan yet. Trouble is I keep thinking of more questions to ask as ...
Help!!!	6/5/2008
Q: My name is Kassidy Beckstrand. I am planning a boy/girl party and it will be my going-away party ... A: Firstly, I think 5 hours is a long time .... unless you have the period broken into sections. What ...
Theme for Gala Blacktie Fundraising Dinner	6/3/2008
Q: I work for a university that is celebrating its 60th anniversary. I know this is represented by the ... A: I did send a response to this but it appears to have not been logged and I have just received a ...
my 19th birthday	5/30/2008
Q: its my 19th birthday in september and although its about fours months away i want to get somethink ... A: I know that I say this on here all the time but the more info you give the better the answers you'll ...
Help!!!	5/30/2008
Q: My name is Kassidy Beckstrand. I am planning a boy/girl party and it will be my going-away party ... A: Kassidy It sounds fun whatever you do. It's hard to be specific as I have no idea where you are ...
20th birthday party	5/28/2008
Q: My birthday is in July and I want a way awesome party, but creative. I dont want a luau or that kind ... A: Lindsay There are SO many ideas and possibilities, the problem with suggesting them isn't coming up ...
Murder Mystery	5/27/2008
Q: Hey, can you help me plan a murder mystery dinner party? Do you have any tips on how to write my own ... A: Lindsay There are many ways these are staged and they range from being a structure for the entire ...
16 birthday	5/26/2008
Q: My son is a computer geek, and proud of it, when asked what he would like to do for his 16th he said ... A: Cathie As some will know from other responses I have given here ... people know best what they'd ...
graduation party	5/17/2008
Q: I am planning my brother's college graduation party for this summer. He majored in Journalism with a ... A: I still don't have any info re what you plan for them to do so cannot add ideas for food or music ...
graduation party	5/14/2008
Q: I am planning my brother's college graduation party for this summer. He majored in Journalism with a ... A: Heather Great idea .... love to help more as I am already buzzing with ideas ...lots. BUT .... ...
Event Insurance	5/8/2008
Q: I have taken the step of organising a private party for 400 people in Scotland, in the capacity of a ... A: If you are a professional event manager ... we should speak! Herewith a number of suggestions for ...
private school auction fundraiser	5/7/2008
Q: For the past several years the private years-8th grade school our 3 children attend has had an ... A: I don't know how much I can help you here as I am not familiar with the concept of a school auction ...
My mom's 80th birthday party	5/6/2008
Q: My 4 siblings and I are having a suprise bd party for our mother's 80th. We all live out of town so ... A: Marie The video is a wonderful idea. I have a similar gift idea that I use and recommend that ...
response to request for 16 -year old birthday	5/6/2008
Q: I thought you were rude and not at all helpful to the request for a 16 year-old's party. For someone ... A: It wasn't intended to be rude but a serious suggestion. I DID, of course read the entire post and ...
Circus Theme Party for Teens	5/2/2008
Q: .I saw that someone asked a similar question before, but did not see the answer. My niece is ... A: I've just received your request but unfortunately I cannot help you with suppliers as I am in the ...
Graduation Party Ideas	4/19/2008
Q: I'm a creative person but every year this gets harder as everyone in the family tries to outdo ... A: OK Julie You are totally right ....throwing money at something doesn't guarantee success and many ...
Graduation Party Ideas	4/16/2008
Q: I'm a creative person but every year this gets harder as everyone in the family tries to outdo ... A: Julie Wow, sounds like a problem. But you Know, I think THAT's the problem! You are probably ...
Husband's 50th Birthday -Theme:Unknown	4/14/2008
Q: I am planning a big 50th birthday party for my very humorous and social husband. He is a truck ... A: The best themes surely come from the person themselves. Hiowever, if he really has NO interests or ...
retirement party	4/9/2008
Q: We ars haveing a retirement party for our mom, who has taught school all her life. Any ideas for a ... A: Yes, use the countries she's been to as a theme and talking point. I bet some there will know about ...
70th Birthday Party	3/29/2008
Q: I want to have a birthday party for my mom not sure how to proceed with. The majority of her ... A: It's always impossible to recommend themes without knowing the people involved. What I always do is ...
surprise 60th b-day party	3/26/2008
Q: I have 38 guests attending (family and professionals) a surprise 60th B-day at a lounge and can't ... A: Bianca As I say in my biog, I don't do food and drink because of the wide range of international ...
Party ideas!	3/22/2008
Q: Well i've never had a birthday party apart from ones when I was younger because I have always been ... A: Rebecca I live in the UK in Warwickshire! You say "a bit different". But as you've had NO parties ...
gala event	3/16/2008
Q: its at night. about 400 ppl. the theme is denim and diamonds. i need ideas incorparating the theme. ... A: I have no idea what a mr and mrs is! Perhaps I could help if I knew and also what areas of help ...
please help	3/12/2008
Q: my mother wil be turing 70 and all of my brothers and sisters will be helping on giving her a ... A: I'd take 70 as the theme. Celebrate 70 wonderful years like this: Main 'carrier' for the theme is a ...
Swedish Themed Bridal Shower	3/11/2008
Q: My friend from Sweden, is getting married. I thought it would be fun to throw a Swedish Theme ... A: Lilian I am not Swedish either! I think the answer is to collect as much information on Sweden as ...
55th birthday	3/4/2008
Q: I need help with a theme for my dad's 55th birthday. My sisters and I are planning on a dinner and ... A: Always difficult with differing tastes and styles, certainly without knowing more about your ...
Baby shower RSVP	2/28/2008
Q: My sister provided us with a guest list of 60 for a baby shower (which is totally ridiculous). They ... A: I don't understand why your feelings about this event are different from hers and that you are ...
My Husband's 40th Surprise Birthday	2/27/2008
Q: I have a picture of my husband at about the age of 2 dumping a bowl of pasta over his head. I would ... A: I'm unable without more info to help with particular center piece designs without any idea of the ...
Leap Year Luncheon Ideas	2/19/2008
Q: I need help with fun menu ideas for a one-hour office "leap year luncheon" for 25 people. This is a ... A: Gret idea having such a lunch but unfortunately I cannot be any help with menu ideas as I do theming ...
centerpiece for round tables	2/14/2008
Q: I'm looking for an inexpensive idea for a centerpiece related to fashion..something cute and ... A: With so little info this is hard ... and I would bet that any ideas would meet with disapproval. ...
centerpiece for round tables	2/13/2008
Q: I'm looking for an inexpensive idea for a centerpiece related to fashion..something cute and ... A: Is this just ONE centre piece for one table or needed in multip;es for perhaps 30 dinner tables? It ...
NEED IDEAS	2/13/2008
Q: I'm turning 16 in March and I need ideas of what to do for my party. I'm only having about 6 people ... A: Roaslie I'd have thought that the expense of loads of pillow cases and the special fabric paint etc ...
NEED IDEAS	2/9/2008
Q: I'm turning 16 in March and I need ideas of what to do for my party. I'm only having about 6 people ... A: It's hard if not impossible to help without knowing more. You say that there are only 3 things to ...
son's 16th birthday party	1/22/2008
Q: Help! I need inspiration/ideas for my son's 16th birthday. He would like to invite around 10-14 ... A: I always feel that a party is for having fun and enjoyment. A celebration ... so why NOT get at ...
Basketball Banquet	1/17/2008
Q: I am in charge of decorating a school cafeteria (ugh!) for an upcoming, end of year boys basketball ... A: Sally, Approx what? How big, how many? When you say Banquet ... to me that means a Black Tie ...
Librarian retirement	1/17/2008
Q: I'm looking for ideas on decorations for the retirement party of a school/district librarian. This ... A: Before I can possibly offer sensible ideas I must know something about the venue and event. As you ...
Leap Year Sweet 16	1/8/2008
Q: I am a lucky girl born on February 29th so my leap year birthdays are extra special and my sweet 16 ... A: I have no idea whether your party is in a hopuse, on a boat, in a hotel etc so am limited by the ...
40th b'day	1/8/2008
Q: i want to have a party for my 40th and here are my concerns: i don't want to have it at home; I ... A: It's so hard to suggest venues when I know nothing about you and your lifestyle, tastes atc. Worse ...
centerpieces for 30th surprise party	1/3/2008
Q: Any ideas for centerpieces for 30th suprise party...no real theme, so stuck for good idea. A: I would always suggest finding a theme and then having touches of that theme featured in the ...
Husband's 30th birthday party	12/28/2007
Q: My husband is not an avid party person, but I would like to commemorate his 30th birthday with an ... A: Not sure what a "practice chanter" means. I don't think that a dinner with good venue, food and ...
decorating for a Ball	12/13/2007
Q: I am decorating a ball for around 1600 people, set in historic grounds, with a variety of tunnels, ... A: Hannah LOVELY idea ..... Smoke ... as any lights (lasers) will then show more. Living statues ...
"Monte Carlo Night" Fundraiser	12/12/2007
Q: Our education foundation is hosting a Monte Carlo Night in March at our local community center, ... A: Melissa Of course smart, classy casinos don't have tacky dice etc images all over. The tables ...
Planning a reception for physicians	12/12/2007
Q: I have taken a position where I will be planning my first physician reception, I have a venue, but ... A: Several comments / questions: => It's great you have time .... so many leave it until the last ...
Retirement Party	12/11/2007
Q: I'm throwing a retirement dinner for my boss. The place I want to use is only available on a Sunday ... A: Kelly I 'do' a lot of parties of all kinds on a Sunday. In fact, it's most populat for BarMitzvahs ...
Holiday Party For jrRotc program	12/3/2007
Q: 100 students and 100 parents. I want to serve room temperture food/desserts. Any ideas? We want to ... A: I do not help with food ... I am in the UK and too many regional taste differences and availability ...
need help dude	12/2/2007
Q: ok so im having a party where there are more girls than boys. and i want dancing to be goin on. but ... A: Hey Ricky As you didn't say what kind of party it is I can only offer limited suggestions. I have ...
holiday housewarming and mixer! :)	11/26/2007
Q: Me- 24 y.o. Single blk artistic fem. I have a cozy 1 BR in philly and I am having a housewarming on ... A: WOW .... sounds like it's gonna be just great. Firstly .... I don't do help with food or drink. Not ...
Decorating for Auction	11/14/2007
Q: John, I am in charge of decoration at a school Auction. Our theme this year is Starry Night by Van ... A: I think I've got the picture (pun intended) now! I have no idea how large the event is (ie numbers ...
Decorating for Auction	11/14/2007
Q: John, I am in charge of decoration at a school Auction. Our theme this year is Starry Night by Van ... A: before I can help you please tell me: 1) And auction to me doesn't have decoration. What do you ...
40th Birthday invitation wording help	11/12/2007
Q: I'm having a 40th birthday party, and was looking for some unique, funny wording (rhymes sound ... A: Stacey Not a poet but I have some ideas: 1)Write a long list of all relevant words and phrases 2) I ...
Parties	11/7/2007
Q: Looking for party ideas for my nightclub. What kind of giveaways? Planning a scavenger hunt already. ... A: Paul Love to help IF I understood the question more: If I am correct you run a nightclub and have ...
Mom's 70th Birthday	11/1/2007
Q: We are hoping to make a scrapbook for our mother for her 70th birthday. We want her brother and ... A: Ann, As you may know I love the 'scrap book' vehicle for celebrations. I am unable to provide ...
welcome home party	10/25/2007
Q: My sister and I (26 and 28) are throwing a party for our parents. We want to have a surprise dessert ... A: I have no idea what a dessert party is. What wording do you need help with? Is it the invitation? ...
Tea Party Bridal Shower	10/23/2007
Q: I will be planning my own bridal shower for July. I am set on the theme of an adult tea party, but ... A: It's a shower ..... so it's an April shower! May mean nothing to you but in the U\|K (where I am) ...
retirement party	10/21/2007
Q: I am having a surprise retirement dinner for my dad. It will be held in an old gjmnassium with no ... A: Susan Retirement Party "I am having a surprise retirement dinner for my dad." I'm sorry your dad ...
New husband's 23rd Surprise Birthday Party	10/16/2007
Q: Shortly after our wedding, I asked my husband what he wanted to do for his birthday this year - he ... A: Catherine I thinks you've already done a lot to make it very special, congratulations. But STILL ...
help with party theme	10/15/2007
Q: I want to do an OZ theme with foods that would coincide. It will be buffet style for about 100 ... A: I'm afraid I'm lost on two counts: 1) I don't really get involved with food (various reasons) and ...
Husband's 30th Birthday Party-Theme Ideas	10/10/2007
Q: I am throwing a surprise 30th birthday party for my husband. His favorite beer is Guinness, so I ... A: Bridgette Sometimes simple is best. I'd go with the colors to establish and cement the theme rather ...
party for my 13th birthday	10/9/2007
Q: I cant think of what to do for my thirteenth birthday, it is less than 2 weeks away!! I need ... A: Amy 2 weeks!!!!! wow you left it late! Problem for me is I know nothing about you or your friends ...
Lost on Planing My Sweet 16- Need Help	10/9/2007
Q: I am turning 16 on November 9 of this year and I have no idea what to do. I am going to keep it ... A: 9 November .... hmmmmmmh, left it a bit late! I'd guess by the $$$$ amopunt that you are in the USA ...
PArty planning	10/6/2007
Q: Well you must be really good at the stuff and i am so glad i have somebody finally agreeing with me ... A: I've been involved with events for many many years ... and of course the experience tells (so long ...
Boss' Day Party	10/2/2007
Q: John: I work at a large church and the administrative staff and I area beginning to think about ... A: Lorinda How many are attending? In what kind of venue / environment / location? Where in the ...
responses to holiday party invite	10/1/2007
Q: I am planning a holiday party to introduce our daughter-in-law to our friends and family....our son ... A: Wow .... impossible question. With my experience I have discovered that clients want to get as good ...
Dad's 80th Birthday	9/30/2007
Q: We want to do something special for my Dad but we need ideas..maybe something small. We recently ... A: IO understand ... but I have used the idea and many variations on many many occasions and it can ...
St Andrews day Ceilidh Party HELP!	9/27/2007
Q: I am on the school PTAand we are having a St Andrews Day Ceilidh Party in our school hall. We have ... A: Some observations an thoughts on your ideas: 1) I personally dislike balloons on table or (worse) ...
Decorating for a Diamond Ball	9/26/2007
Q: I have been put in charge of decorating for a 60th anniversary event for a Women's Auxiliary group ... A: Stacy Thanks for the request and the info. Sounds like it will be a great event. The neutral ...
My 19th Birthday	9/24/2007
Q: I will be turning 19 on December 14 and I am stuck for ideas. In the past my friends and I have had ... A: Adrianne I just got a big party gig today fro that same date (in a massive Museum The Natural ...
Theme	9/23/2007
Q: It's my grandmother's 90th surprise birthday celebration. This celebration will be held indoors in ... A: Still uncertain what YOU want (it's not about what I want!). The solutions would need to be quite ...
Theme	9/22/2007
Q: It's my grandmother's 90th surprise birthday celebration. This celebration will be held indoors in ... A: Although you say you don't have a theme ... you're doing pretty well with ideas already! I must say ...
Dad's 80th Birthday	9/21/2007
Q: We want to do something special for my Dad but we need ideas..maybe something small. We recently ... A: Oh dear ... I wrote a long answer to this a while ago but it seems to still be here. Did you get any ...
St Andrews day Ceilidh Party HELP!	9/19/2007
Q: I am on the school PTAand we are having a St Andrews Day Ceilidh Party in our school hall. We have ... A: pologies fro the delay but I have been away running workshops for the summer. Hard to give any ...
MyDaughters13th	9/11/2007
Q: my daughter's 13th is comming up soon. and she wants to do something special maybe a party but we ... A: Lesley A party for 11 people (plus a couple of adults) wouldn't need a large space ... however, ...
party	9/10/2007
Q: i am taking part in an adoption party as a worker do you have any ideas on a finale last year we ... A: Wendy Thanks for the additional info ... I now have some idea what the event is FOR but not how ...
Wedding Reception for 200	9/7/2007
Q: I am trying to put together food for about 200people. It's a low budget thing. What I need to know ... A: Wendy I'm afraid I am unable to answer catering questions. You'll see on my resume that I ...
16 year old boy birthday party ideas	9/6/2007
Q: My son is turning 16 in March and I need some cool ideas for a 16 year old party. I see a lot of ... A: Sorry for the delay ... I actually posted a reply to this but it doesn't (again) seem to have been ...
belated wedding reception at home	9/4/2007
Q: I am hosting a belated wedding reception at home for our daughter. Is there any kind of ... A: I don't really do etiquette as it varies across the globe. Here in the UK the 'normal' is to wait. ...
belated wedding reception at home	9/3/2007
Q: I am hosting a belated wedding reception at home for our daughter. Is there any kind of ... A: Cecile You see the problem when yopu don'r give me info! Although it may be outside ... I know ...
belated wedding reception at home	9/3/2007
Q: I am hosting a belated wedding reception at home for our daughter. Is there any kind of ... A: Cecile Without knowing more about all of you and the gusts I am only able to quote what I see ...
guests	8/28/2007
Q: I would like to know how many guests to expect approx 190 ere invited, no R.S.V.P. on invitation it ... A: I'm afraid there is no way I or anybody can answer your question! With some events, the 'no show' ...
1st Birthday Party - How to decorate a restaurant?	8/27/2007
Q: My goddaughter is turning one next month and I am helping with the party planning. Her parents have ... A: Billy Always difficult without seeing the vanue but before now I've done this in a couple of ways: ...
30 questions to ask.	8/16/2007
Q: I need to ask a group of 30 employees questions in order to determine who comes up to the front to ... A: It's easy to come up with hundreds .... but would be helpful to know who they are and why you are ...
school fundraiser	8/16/2007
Q: Our elementary school is celebrating their 50th year. We always have a theme for our annual auction ... A: Karen Whilst I CAN come up with ideas it's not really the way to generate them. I could guess ...
Surprise Anniversary Party	8/13/2007
Q: My parent's 40th Anniversary is in November, but I would like to give them a party in October due to ... A: Sounds like the info on a reception etc was a waste of time! Invitations: when woulod you loike to ...
Daughter 16 year old birthday party	8/7/2007
Q: I decided to throw a party for my daughter but from what I gathered, a BBQ and cake doesn't really ... A: Laura I am involved with many parties for all age groups. For 16 year olds these have ranged from ...
Going away party	7/31/2007
Q: My daughter and son in law will be moving along with their two boys ages 4 and 10 months. My son in ... A: I have to say I'm a l;ittle stuck on this as there are so many questions and possibilities. I don't ...
Sweet 16 theme party	7/30/2007
Q: We want to do a theme with black & white but are stuck on a theme. At first we thought of classic ... A: Cheryl The B&W theme is a great idea and I would keep it at just that. Don't narrow it any further ...
50th ballroom birthday party	7/26/2007
Q: its my mothers 50th birthday I need ideas for the decor of the hall and for entertainment I thought ... A: I have no idea where you are but Ballroom dancing is rising in popularity here in the UK thanks to ...
going away party	7/25/2007
Q: i'm moving to San Antonio sometime in early august. I need to find a place to host my going away ... A: Firstly I guess you'll want to hold it where you are now and not in SAntonio? As I have no idea ...
HELP! idea for 16th surprise party	7/24/2007
Q: My boyfriend is turning 16 and a bunch of us want to give him a surprise party, the problem is, he ... A: Here's an idea I've offered before and they LOVED it bacause it got them to think differently about ...
pool party invitations	7/23/2007
Q: I have always been so creative with the parties i have hosted in the past. i must say, i am stuck ... A: Create a simple typographical invitation. Smudge it creatively so that the important bits cannot be ...
Invitation help and creative ideas	7/21/2007
Q: I am having a Summer Barbecue/Pool Party at my home. I will be supplying hamburgers, hot dogs and a ... A: A cookout? Must say it dopesn't sound too difficult to me .... I'd just ask. I'm sure they are down ...
Invitation help and creative ideas	7/21/2007
Q: I am having a Summer Barbecue/Pool Party at my home. I will be supplying hamburgers, hot dogs and a ... A: The problem with answering questions about personal matters (like wording suitability) is that, ...
50th birthday party	7/14/2007
Q: I am planning a surpirse 50th party for my husband in the Fall. I have a hall and a DJ. Too us a ... A: You've made this tough. I get the clear message about what you want, but no clues about taste, ...
A surprise party for my boyfriend.	7/10/2007
Q: My boyfriend is turning 19 in October and I want to have a surprise party for him. His family ... A: I'll try to help .... some questions fro you: Where are you both? How many people would it be for? ...
75th bday surprise fling	7/6/2007
Q: "My mom will be 75 April 4 2009. I have book a place for her. her colors are Maroon & Gold. we will ... A: Sounds like you have it all working wonderfully! I'm in the UK and not sure what the menu represents ...
my husbands 30th bday party ideas	7/5/2007
Q: i am having trouble planning my husbands 30th. i want a surprise him. but guys are hard to plan ... A: Allison Nobody (I hope) knows your husband better than you do! I could spend hours coming up with ...
coming home party	7/3/2007
Q: I will do the best I can to give you as much info as possible. I am trying to plan a suprise coming ... A: I like to help people find their own solutions, after all, you know types, tastes, location, seasons ...
Formal Leap Year Dinner	6/26/2007
Q: John, The organization I am interning with is hosting a party for the President/CEO that will be ... A: I'm sure there must be ideas galore .... and perhaps a little brainstorming between us will generate ...
21st party	6/25/2007
Q: I want to surprise my daughter and make her birthday a fun and special one. The last party I did was ... A: No idea what a 15ner is. I(s that a 15th party? Anyway ..... first taste of alcohol ... at a party ...
surprise party for best friend!	6/19/2007
Q: I am throwing a surprise party for my best friend stormy on the 30th of june. She is turning ... A: Aubrey I sent an answer before but it looks as thougyh it didn't go through (as I just received a ...
surprise going away part	6/8/2007
Q: My friend and I are planning a surprise going away party for our best (girl) friend. We live in the ... A: the problem with the question, and why I can't give you an answer of any value, is that you've not ...
surprise party for best friend!	6/8/2007
Q: I am throwing a surprise party for my best friend stormy on the 30th of june. She is turning ... A: Surprise parties can be great. Before I can come up with suggestions I've gotta know a little more: ...
Book Themed Invite- Wording?	6/6/2007
Q: My daughter is turning one & we are having a small backyard BBQ for her party. Instead of the ... A: Great idea. If I understand correctly it's for them to go and find a copy of a book that was great ...
Ideas for planning a party	6/5/2007
Q: m here to some qusetions ok i'm doing a summative for my spanish class and i choose the topic ... A: Ricardo Of course I have tons of thoughts, ideas and opinions on party planning ..... but what I ...
decorating Ideas	5/31/2007
Q: This is my ? I would like to know decorating ideas for a belated wedding reception and a 40th ... A: Sharon Hi ....... No, I got that info before, but I was wanting something to go on! How could I ...
School auction	5/30/2007
Q: I am helping to organize a Casino themed auction for my daughters private school. We wanted to try ... A: I'm at a loss to know WHY they left flowers and to come up with something for such guests. Is it ...
party invitation wording	5/24/2007
Q: I'm creating a party invitation for my brother-in-law. He's giving a party for his wife to show her ... A: Cassandra The problem I have is that I don't know you or those being invited ... so I can have no ...
70th birthday party for both mom and dad	5/23/2007
Q: My sisters and I want to throw our parents(born 2 days apart) a 70th B-day party. We are planning ... A: Music ideas .... Yes ... as it's a 70th, obtain some tracks from each decade ie the 30s, 40s, 50s ...
50th Birthday party..	5/20/2007
Q: My mother and I are planning a big party for my Dad's 50th birthday. We are doing well with the ... A: What you need to do is to use Googloe and search for the closest 'Ring' of The International ...
50th Birthday party..	5/14/2007
Q: My mother and I are planning a big party for my Dad's 50th birthday. We are doing well with the ... A: You need me! I specialize in an adult magic show and I tailor it to the event. SO I would find out ...
50th Birthday Party	5/4/2007
Q: My name is Vicki, and I live in the Chicago area. I'm throwing my husband a 50th birthday party in ... A: Vicki Sorry ..... can't help. As you'll see from my expertise and experience, I deal with creative ...
80th Birthday party	5/1/2007
Q: I'm giving my mother an 80th birthday party (mostly church folks) at a ballroom, 150 people. I need ... A: Sounds great. For 150 people you'll need some very visual things. They can get out of hand unless ...
wedding shower	4/26/2007
Q: I'm 25yrs old, and hosting Parisian-theme wedding shower for 75people at my house. We're using the ... A: Michelle Wityh something like this you need to use imagery and ideas that sum up Paris for you. I ...
50th birthday party for my husband	4/25/2007
Q: I am throwing a big party to celebrate my husband's 50th birthday. He knows about the party. He ... A: Sounds like it's progressing well. I thimk the best idea would be to disguise them as waiters / ...
50th birthday party for my husband	4/25/2007
Q: I am throwing a big party to celebrate my husband's 50th birthday. He knows about the party. He ... A: (I have a daughter called Kellie!) Anyway .... I am sure I can help but not without knowing ...
40th birthday for husband	4/21/2007
Q: I AM STUCK--I AM HOSTING A NON SURPRISE PARTY FOR MY HUSBAND'S 40TH BDAY-HE IS A GOLFER SO I AM ... A: I presume a 'Save The Date card' is something to do with a pre announcement and for people to ...
40th birthday for husband	4/18/2007
Q: I AM STUCK--I AM HOSTING A NON SURPRISE PARTY FOR MY HUSBAND'S 40TH BDAY-HE IS A GOLFER SO I AM ... A: Whilst I understrand the pun I don't understand what you are asking me. Perhaps there was an error ...
Wording for retirement/birthday party cake and toast	4/13/2007
Q: I am planning a retirement/birthday party for my father. He worked for 38 years at IBM. It is also ... A: OK ...... Just a quick thought then ...... As you've gone with the general computer theme as ...
Wording for retirement/birthday party cake and toast	4/12/2007
Q: I am planning a retirement/birthday party for my father. He worked for 38 years at IBM. It is also ... A: I wondered how you got on with the slogan on the cake? Perhaps this same thing could be used as a ...
Wording for retirement/birthday party cake and toast	4/11/2007
Q: I am planning a retirement/birthday party for my father. He worked for 38 years at IBM. It is also ... A: Just seen your reply as I'm shutting down after an egvening with family. Sorry I was unable to help ...
Wording for retirement/birthday party cake and toast	4/11/2007
Q: I am planning a retirement/birthday party for my father. He worked for 38 years at IBM. It is also ... A: Cara Today? Wow .... it's 18.07pm here now. Where are you? I can't possibly come up with something ...
auction fund raiser circus theme	4/7/2007
Q: I am the decorating chair for our bi-annual auction that supports the local Montessori school. The ... A: Ho MOlly I just sent an answer and am uncertain the system actually sent it ... so I'll keep it ...
Theme Idea for a Promotion of a Corporate Executive	4/6/2007
Q: I am new to party planning and was charged with the task of planning a party for a corportate ... A: I didn't see a response from my reply to you, nor any feedback on the site (both important to me). ...
Bridal Shower	3/29/2007
Q: My mother and I are planning a Bridal Shower for myself in May. For the food, we are going to buy ... A: Congratulations. Unfortunately I am unable to help because (as my expertise description says) my ...
50th wedding anniversay party	3/24/2007
Q: John could you recommend a party planning checklist for a 50th wedding anniversary party for aprox. ... A: As you'll see by my expertise description I cannot. I am only involved with themes and entertainment ...
Husband's Surprise 40th	3/22/2007
Q: Here is what I have so far....neighborhood bowling alley from 1-5pm where people can bring their ... A: Sounds like it's shaping up. I'm being asked quite personal questions that I don't mind but must be ...
nautical party theme ideas	3/17/2007
Q: I'm having a most unusual party event at my school. This is my 5th year hosting and coordinating ... A: Anita Sounds like you come up with great ideas, that's usually my job! Actually I do more with live ...
Surprise 40th Party for my Husband	3/11/2007
Q: I want to throw a surprise 40th party for my husband. To tell you the truth, I really don't know ... A: Wow Stacey .... you seem concerned but I'm certain it will be wonderful. I am unable to comment on ...
bridal shower	3/9/2007
Q: What is the closest bride's or groom's relative who may give the bride a shower? A: I'm sorry but this question is not in my area. I specialize in creative design and entertainment ...
21st birthday planning	3/7/2007
Q: Could you please send it to me again? Thank you for your time! -----Question----- Hie John, like ... A: Just a quickie as it's almost 3.00am here in the UK! Parties are all about people, so a bunch of ...
Etiquette regarding mother of the groom	2/27/2007
Q: I have more than one question. I will present this one first and submit any others separately.My son ... A: I am sorry but I am unable to help you. My experience and credentials are in creative event ...
80th birthday party plans for a garden club	2/14/2007
Q: The party will be outside under a canvas cover in case of bad weather. We live north of Boston a ... A: Laurie Sounds like it's goint to be great! You answers gave me a little insight into the event. ...
80th birthday party plans for a garden club	2/14/2007
Q: I am palnning a party outside for our local garden club this spring. I need ideas for the garden ... A: Love to help with suggestions but would need to know about it before being able to. 1) What part of ...
burns supper	1/11/2007
Q: ive been asked to decorate a church hall for a Burns Supper (scottish celebration about Robert ... A: I get asked questions that there ARE solutions to but I only stand a chance of coming up with ...
banquet	1/8/2007
Q: I may have the hanging fabric panels figured out but do you have any other ideas how I could take a ... A: Kimberly This is almost impossible being able to see nothing. Here are some random comments and ...
banquet	1/7/2007
Q: The ceilings are too high so my panels would have to be on a wood frame. I was wondering if you had ... A: This highights a problem. If I spend time on something it may be that you reject because I don't ...
Welcome Home party	1/6/2007
Q: We are all in our late 20's, and would like to go for a few cocktails. We are in Saskatoon, SK, ... A: Lindsay It sounds to me as though some coctail and dinner would be great. Obviously mexican is good ...
Welcome Home party	1/6/2007
Q: My friend's sister is moving home and I've offered to plan a Welcome Home party for her. I've got a ... A: Lindsay Pleased to help but gotta know more. After all, I don't know what ages, what part of the ...
40th suprise	12/11/2006
Q: my best friends husbands wife is turning 40 and he wanted to throw a surprise party for her and me ... A: I'm not certain I understand the question. 1) Your "best friends husbands wife"???? Doesn't that ...
Diamond Jubilee Auction decorating ideas	12/6/2006
Q: We are hosting our annual auction March 25, 2007. This is our school's 60th anniversary so we are ... A: I usually give people theme ideas and how they can carry them out. In this case you have yours ...
Surprise 50th for Dad	12/3/2006
Q: My dad is turning 50... I want to throw him a surprise party at his new house. He just bought a ... A: I replied but heard nothing. How did it go? "Hope you like it .... do let me know and please leave ...
Fire Department Appreciation Dinner	11/29/2006
Q: I am trying to help plan our Appreciation Dinner for our FD. We are a good group who likes to have ... A: I answered but heard nothing: "Hope you like it ... let me know and DO leave comments on the ...
Planning a 55th Birthday Party	11/21/2006
Q: I did not recieve anything - should it come to my email? Yes I am still looking for ideas for the ... A: I LOVE your idea about involving others and the poem etc and I think this is right on the right ...
Planning a 55th Birthday Party	11/12/2006
Q: I thought why wait till 60, when she really needs something nice this year. Her birthday is really ... A: Erin I just logged in to the site again and see that this seems to have been unanswered. I ...
75th birthday	11/8/2006
Q: My 5 siblings and I are planning a surprise 75th birthday party for our mother. Her birthday is in ... A: So, in brief: + Surprise 75th birthday for mother + In a hall ? daytime or ? evening + Family and ...
fundraiser	10/30/2006
Q: You have a very good point. Yes is a free footial (and yes Jafra is a cosmetics line). The link to ... A: Lety Thanks for returning for help. I'll see what I can offer now: >> The link to the school is ...
Planning a party...	10/29/2006
Q: Okay, so maybe this is getting a little specific, and actually it makes me laugh, BUT my friend ... A: Shane I usually give people theme ideas and how they can carry them out. In this case you have ...
fundraiser	10/24/2006
Q: John, I am organizing a fundraiser party at my home and I'm hoping you can help me. The theme is ... A: Lety I have no idea what Jafra is! Do I understand that it's some kind of cosmetics that are sold ...
School Auction Theme/Name	10/11/2006
Q: ------------------------- Thanks John for the quick reply! The auction will be at the end of ... A: I didn't hear any more nor did I receive any ratings or comments on the site. Was there a problem? ...
School Auction Theme/Name	10/11/2006
Q: We are in charge of the theme, location and decorations for our elementary school auction. We think ... A: I'd love to help you but you've told me more about what you'll not do than helpful info. Let me ask ...
need party ideas for the adoption of my 10 yr old son from his stepfather	10/8/2006
Q: My husband is adopting my 10 yr old son who he has raised since he was 1.5 yrs old. This is a very ... A: I didn't hear back so wondered if there was a problem. Please let me know as I open files on people ...
Table Centerpieces	5/8/2004
Q: Something different for a 60th Birthday female (my Mum) around 8-10 tables round of 10 people each ... A: Monica You are right to be concerned about every detail...but....the centre pieces will not really ...
80th Birthday Party	5/7/2004
Q: I am planning to have a surprise birthday party for my father-in-law this August. He will be a very ... A: Karen The BEST theme is your father-in-law.....or the number 80! Obviously I cannot comment on ...
Pool Party Cookout	5/4/2004
Q: I'm in the process of trying to plan a party for the 3rd of July 2004. I'm planning on an outside ... A: Angel I'm afraid you've asked the wrong person here as I am in the UK and your climate worries are ...
Hosting a masked ball	5/2/2004
Q: I would like to host a Venetian style masked ball. Where can I find some information concerning ... A: Actually I was going to recommend some galleries and a museum. However, I DO think that's your best ...
Initation Ideas	4/28/2004
Q: I'm looking to create some inexpensive 25th Anniversary invitations. I was hoping to send out ... A: Melanie I have no idea whether you will require just 8 invgitations or 800. This factor of course ...
high sch graduation party	4/24/2004
Q: My son graduates from high school on a Sat evening. My family is coming from NY and TX to celebrate, ... A: Lisa I am sorry but, as my profile says, I really specialise in creative theming and other related ...
50th birthday party for my husband (not surprise)	4/22/2004
Q: I need a theme or focus. He sells softwear, is avid golfer and tennis player. Subscribes to Muscle & ... A: Deirdre My guess is that, with so many skills and interests he has a wide and diverse range of ...
50th wedding anniversary	4/20/2004
Q: How to word invitations A: robinson Firstly I'd use wording that suits you. I am a little concerned, though, that this may not ...
Birthday Celebration	4/20/2004
Q: John, I am planning a party for my Mother who is turning 80 late this May. So far I have picked the ... A: Claire I am near London in the UK. I have no idea where you are and therefore know nothing about ...
Ladies Luncheon	4/20/2004
Q: Our office is hosting a thank you luncheon for ladies, who volunteer for us, at a turn of the ... A: Irene I am not aware of what is available in your part of the world, as ready available gifts. I am ...
French Riviera Theme 40th Birthday	4/13/2004
Q: John - I'm planning a surprise 40th birthday party for a friend which will take place on the beach ... A: Marianne The problem with the theme is that there is nothing particularly special about the ...
Blues Clues Bday Party	4/8/2004
Q: I'm looking for creative, fun ideas for my son's Blues Clues 2nd Birthday Party. I already thought ... A: Sorry Linda....I have no idea what a Blues Clues Party is. I guess that it's somethimng in your ...
Party idea	3/16/2004
Q: Gordon, My office has about 220 people in it and it is our 25th anniversary in May (We are an ... A: Alison Why not take the magical number of 25 and organise 25 different small things...each ...
Ballroom party	3/15/2004
Q: Gordon, i'm a representative of an international student organization AIESEC. This weekend we're ... A: igor You seem to have it all sussed out. I don't know how I can possibly help. firstly it's very ...
Thinking about a party planning business in MA	3/11/2004
Q: My friend and I have been doing some research on starting a party planning business in our area. I ... A: Yolanda Of course you have to start somewhere. Just making a start is essential. This will give ...
Client appreciation party	3/10/2004
Q: I am responsible for planning my law firms client appreciation party. I am a very new employee and ... A: Theming is always difficult without knowing more about what you do and therefore who the clients ...
Party Themes	2/28/2004
Q: My best friend is turning 13 and doesn't know what to do for her birthday party. Please help! A: Get her to write in to me and ask. But yshe'll have to tell me more than you have!!!!! ...
Adoption party	2/22/2004
Q: If this helps, I'm planning on about fifty people on and off through out the day. Moira (daughter) ... A: I don't know what happened as I sent a reply already but it doesn't seem to have been received / ...
Adoption party	2/21/2004
Q: My husband will be officially adopting my seven year old daughter. I would love to throw a party to ... A: Paula Wow..what a fantastic party this will be.....and the celebration of a milestone in all your ...
Leap Year Dinner Party	2/16/2004
Q: Any suggestions for invitations, decorations, menu or mixers for a Casual Leap Year Dinner Party? A: Carol My problem is I know nothing about the party. it might waste a lot of time getting creative ...
Birthday Party	2/11/2004
Q: John, My boyfriend and I are planning to celebrate our 22nd birthdays together. We wanted to have a ... A: Mariam I am in the UK and suspect that things may be different for me! I don't know what kind of ...
Casino party decor ideas	2/10/2004
Q: It's a 40th wedding anniversary party held in a banquet/meeting room at a lodge for 60-70 people. ... A: Wow Pat You have got it all sorted already. I have so little to suggest! Fun + Elegant + Cheap = ...
80th Bday Party	2/6/2004
Q: My sister, Mom and I are planning an 80th Birthday party for my Father March 14th. It is a surprise, ... A: Linda A surprise party is a great idea. I am not sure that the poster boards idea is funerial. This ...
Bachelor Party	10/23/2003
Q: I am going to be the best man for my best friend. So of course it is my duty to plan the bachelor ... A: James I am in the UK and it is my guess that things are very different here. I also have a problem ...

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