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| Subject | Date Asked |
| English afternoon tea party | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I read it somewhere that traditional English afternoon tea should serve only finger foods, all ... A: There's a lot of snobbery around these things ..... but traditions and rules created by some are ... | |
| School Auction Theme | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: I am on an auction committee team to organize a school auction and the first step to this event is ... A: Joann As you will know ... I am in the UK and I am uncertain, therefore, whether my advice will be ... | |
| summer wedding with a costume reception | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: My wedding is set for June but my fiance and I have decided that we would really like to have a ... A: There's nothing wrong (or difficult) with a costume party in June. I'm assuming you are in a part of ... | |
| Joint birthday of my husband and son. | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I am in deep confusion.Am clueless about what to do,how to celebrate my husband's (whose turning 31) ... A: Great to get a question from the UK .. most are from America! Mary... PEOPLE make the party ... | |
| 16th Creative Moroccan Invitation Wording | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I have been searching for creative Moroccan inviation wording ideas and am coming up short. Do you ... A: Michelle I am confused why a Moroccan theme has Indian food ..... ! However, it sounds great! ... | |
| Ideas | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: John, Thank you for giving me the opportunity to ask questions. We are in Ontario, Canada. June 22, ... A: Brigitte The event sounds wonderful and, of course, for a wonderful, needy cause. Sounds like the ... | |
| My 21st Birthday Party. | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: :) I am turning 21 this November and I am having a small party with family and a few close friends ... A: <i> I am turning 21 this November </i> Congratulations! It's SO difficult to give REAL help when ... | |
| Baby shower gifting | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: Since you are from the UK, I thought you may have a better perspective on my current request. Our ... A: Debbie Not sure about that as I guess that the invitations are for Americans - so you should ... | |
| My Sweet 16 | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: I am turning 16 in a little over a month and i will only do it once so i want it to be the one to ... A: Happy 16th! Yeah...we only do ALL our birthdays just once LOL! I'm not sure what theme you need. ... | |
| theme party | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: we are organising a ladies club party and the theme is 'ARABIAN NIGHTS', the party will be attended ... A: I'm not sure how I can be of any help ... as you seem to have a great theme and all the details ... | |
| Joint Bithday Party | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I want to have a joint birthday party next month for my husband who is turning 30 and my stepson who ... A: Joint parties can be a great idea ..... and your family and friends will embrace this without any ... | |
| birthday party | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: Hey... I'm having a birthday party for my daughter who is turning 5. We are having it at a local ... A: Great idea for a party. It's such a good novel idea you don't need anything too clever wuith the ... | |
| Birthday in Barcelona | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: My boyfriend and i are going to spend his birthday in Barcelona,Spain.I am going to buy for him a ... A: I am in the UK (an hour from London) and don't have detail about what is available in Barcelona. ... | |
| Birthday in Barcelona | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: My boyfriend and i are going to spend his birthday in Barcelona,Spain.I am going to buy for him a ... A: I love Barcelona .... one of my favourite cities! Why have you chosen Barcelona? I'm not certain ... | |
| Sweet 16 | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: jugglers, acrobats, little games an tuddy bear prizes. I want candy apples big loddypops and a ... A: Firstly ... you've started planning this nice and early ... which is great. SO let's get down to the ... | |
| Arabian Nights Dinner | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: A friend, an Afghan, has a carpet shop(Persian carpets) and would like to invite people to come to a ... A: Sounds like a wonderful, authentic evening. And THAT tells me that I shouldn't even try to come up ... | |
| Graduation Party | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: I'm holding my high school graduation party in May. It will be in a smalltown train depot that now ... A: I'm sure you've now got useful tips from people with the same customs.... and hope the party is a ... | |
| Graduation Party | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I'm holding my high school graduation party in May. It will be in a smalltown train depot that now ... A: I have a feeling that being in the UK means I don't fully understand your question. Musical themes ... | |
| Father/son birthday party | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: ....Im trying to have a father/son birthday party.But the big thing is trying to have a surprise ... A: Shannon I think that as the situation is perhaps delicate and you don't want to spoil the surprise ... | |
| welcoming party idea | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: i'm having a welcoming party for new members in my english club. it's basically for catching up and ... A: I imagine that the primary purpose for the club (ie catching up and meeting people) IS the primary ... | |
| bridal shower | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Iam planning a bridal shower for my sister at a beauty pallor. Kindly advise what kind of games, we ... A: Now I'm lost .... You sister is "converted"? Don't know what that means. Drinks needn't be ... | |
| bridal shower | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Iam planning a bridal shower for my sister at a beauty pallor. Kindly advise what kind of games, we ... A: No problem...now I understand. Don't know how many you need to keep occupied or for how long - or ... | |
| bridal shower | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Iam planning a bridal shower for my sister at a beauty pallor. Kindly advise what kind of games, we ... A: No problem...now I understand. Don't know how many you need to keep occupied or for how long - or ... | |
| bridal shower | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Iam planning a bridal shower for my sister at a beauty pallor. Kindly advise what kind of games, we ... A: I'm really unsure what you are asking. It sounds a great shower - holding at a beauty parlour .... ... | |
| Wrestling Banquet Centerpieces | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: We are planning a High school Wrestling banquet. And are looking for any ideas for centerpices. We ... A: I'm going to pass on this one as I think cultural differences mean I don't understand this event! ... | |
| April party theme | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm having a problem coming up with a catchy name for a party I will be throwing in April. I want ... A: Well...ideas like this are very personal and even regional. I suspect that what is suitable here in ... | |
| 20th bithday | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: i cant think what to do for my birthday because i am so bored of our town to go up there and get ... A: I agree..it's not 'special' to just go and do what you said...you probably do this anyway for ... | |
| High school sports silent auction | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: John, I could really use your help with decorating ideas for a sports fundraising party. It is ... A: I'm not certain what your problem is. Sounds ;like a large event and a large space that needs ... | |
| Middleastern themed 40th bday party | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I am throwing a huge surprise 40th bday party for my husband in March and will have a middleastern ... A: It sounds as if you have enough info for the wording .... without knowing about the venue, names, ... | |
| birthday invite: Urgent help required | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I'm organising my 33rd with an Arabian Night Themed birthday party. i'd like some help on wording ... A: I'm not certain what problem you are having with the wording. The KEY to a party invite is to make ... | |
| Baby shower | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I'm having my second baby and we are moving before i have it so i wanted to have a shower with all ... A: Just be frank and honest! If you think it's "rude" to simply ask for money ..... then don't do it at ... | |
| Party ideas | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: august 2nd I want to do kind of a cirque theme I was wondering if you had any ideas of acrobats and ... A: A Circus Theme should be wonderful and open to lots of ideas. I cannot really offer an event plan ... | |
| incitation | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a question im planning my daughter (Isabella)'s first b0day and baptism on the same day i am ... A: I'm sorry but I dont understand what problem you are having. Simply make it a Double Event ... | |
| Arabian Nights Birthday party | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I have belly dancing chimes and clothing pecs for party favors. The girls will have a belly dancing ... A: I'd use phrases like Come To The Casbah .... a night (or afternoon) of Magic and Wonder ... | |
| Party Theme | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: i'm having a 21st in December and i stuck on a theme i want to have just a fancy dress party but not ... A: Love to help .... but there's SO little information. Some comments and question so that you may ... | |
| struggling to come up with a Gala name | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I am co-chairing a fundraising Gala for an all-boys,private catholic high school. Having a difficult ... A: Firstly.... you addressed m as John but hav sent in non-private mode. Please resend privately IF the ... | |
| 21st birthday party | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: My 21st birthday is on December 20th. I have no clues to how to go about planning a party. I really ... A: Angela It's really impossible to give any help without knowing ANYTHING about what you want (apart ... | |
| Joint bday party | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to help my sis in law with wording for my brother and his daughter's joint bday party in ... A: Sorry.... still confused. You say you found a cute rhyme but want a cute rhyme! Don't understand. ... | |
| Pantry Party | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: My boyfriend, Lonnie, just moved into a new home and I want to throw him a stock the pantry party. ... A: I'm in the UK ... and guess this kind of party is some regional style that I have no idea about. ... | |
| Gala Theme - tagline | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: I am the ball chair for our local symphony ball. It is the 40th anniversary of our organization so ... A: Hmmmmmmmmm...not sure I can help. Sounds a good theme though! I'd recommend Googling 40s theme, 40s ... | |
| Combining a 30th Birthday Surprise with a Baby shower | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: Birthday/ baby shower Originally the parties were going to be seperate but they were going to fall ... A: I don't think it tacky at all..... however, don't have experience of such parties. Regarding ... | |
| 34 Bday Celebration | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: i will be married in Decemeber this year and therfore i would really like to have a super birthday ... A: I maybe CAN help but would need some more info: How many people to be involved? What age range? ... | |
| Planing a suprize roast for my boyfriend | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I am planing a surprise party for my boyfriend. The party is planned for Oct.30 2010 it is a semi ... A: Not certain what help you are loooking for. I don't give food / menu advice as tastes vary all over ... | |
| BDAY IDEAS | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: OK MY SON TURNS ONE IN NOV. AND HIS FATHER TURNS 20 IN DEC. THEIR BIRTHDAYS ARE 6 DAYS APART AND THE ... A: No idea what "booking on the rental" means. I think that any father / son / parties will have an ... | |
| Preschool Auction Theme | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I am co-chairing the annual auction for my daughters preschool, this is the only fundraiser of the ... A: Themes are best based around what is popular in your part of the world and with the community in ... | |
| How organise my 18th B'day party | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: . I am turning 18th for June 28th 2010. I wanted to have a pool party but the party starts at around ... A: Must say...sounds wonderful. The problem I have in answering is that this kind of party is almost ... | |
| Birthday/Fundraiser party | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I'm wondering how to advertise tastefully for a 50th birthday for my husband in combination with a ... A: My initial thoughts are that I dont really understand the problem. OK... so you will haold a party, ... | |
| office party for doc going to Iraq | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: He doesn't want a "big fuss", but who cares what HE wants? I work for a surgeon who is in the Army ... A: I think the best thing you can do is to have a simple small get together (in some suitable meeting ... | |
| Joint Father and Son Birthday Party | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I recently received a response from you regarding my husband turning 37 and my son turning 2. Thank ... A: Tried hard to come up with something clever or smart or suitable and drew a blank. Not easy with so ... | |
| Wording for Arabian Nights invitations | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: my 21st is in 2 months and i need help with some wording to go on my hookah/hubbly bubbly in a ... A: I t6hink you should go to websites to do with Arabian themes, food and markets and holidays etc and ... | |
| Stuck for part ideas | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I'm having my 13th birthday parties in a few days. I invited about 14 of my friends. I need some ... A: Part ideas? Is that Party? Will this be indoors or outside? What your friends like doing ... | |
| Beach Party | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I want to have a beach party theme, literally at the beach. For Promotion. Yes, I go to school. I'm ... A: It's great you are planning this so everyone has a memorable amazing time. I've created many Beach ... | |
| Out of town baby shower | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: 2 years ago I moved out of state. All of my family is back in NE. After the baby is born I plan on ... A: I think I'll opt out of this question as I am in the UK and such subtleties as customs and language ... | |
| Combining a 40th and 50th birthday party into a 90th birthday party | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to combine a 40th birthday party and a 50th birthday party. I thought it would be fun to ... A: Interesting idea however I'm not sure where the idea of a 70s and 80s theme comes from. It would be ... | |
| How to make or purchase | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: Need scale of justice table top center pieces for law school graduation open house. A: Difficult for me to help specifically (from the UK) but here's what I'd do here: 1) Contact the ... | |
| red white and blue theme ideas | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: John, you have helped me once before and i need your help again. I am working on a fundraiser for ... A: Liz Thanks for the question ... I see nthat whilst this is addressed to me it is in Non-Private ... | |
| need your help with some music picks | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I am going to have a birthday party for my wife who is going to be the big 40. I will have about 30 ... A: .... I don't know whether I can be of such specific help then. Here are some thoughts though: 1) ... | |
| 1920's Themed Wedding Shower | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I am hosting a wedding shower for my son %26 his bride in April. I am looking for ideas for games, ... A: Sherry I am going to pass on this one ... but didn't wish to ignore your request. The reason is ... | |
| need your help with some music picks | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I am going to have a birthday party for my wife who is going to be the big 40. I will have about 30 ... A: Love to make suggestions but certainly need to know more about what the music is for! You'll have ... | |
| Combined 60th Birthday and 30th wedding anniversary party | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I am planning a combined party for my father who turns 60 and my parents' 30th wedding anniversary. ... A: Mandy I should say now that I don't advise on food. However, this is more about 'occasion' and ... | |
| 25th bday party | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: im madz,im a filipina and im turning 25 this may,id like to throw a party,cud u suggest a theme or a ... A: Problem with suggesting themes is that they may not suit you, your friends or your culture. Right ... | |
| invitation wording needed | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: CAN YOU PLEASE SUGGEST WORDING FOR AN INVITAION FOR AN ARABIAN NIGHT/MOROCCAN PARTY FOR 19 TO 20 ... A: Still tricky without knowing more about the event to form the meat so here's my best shot from what ... | |
| invitation wording needed | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: CAN YOU PLEASE SUGGEST WORDING FOR AN INVITAION FOR AN ARABIAN NIGHT/MOROCCAN PARTY FOR 19 TO 20 ... A: Happy to suggest any wording but don't know what challenges you have in doing it. Also..... would ... | |
| Wording for invitation | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I need catching wording for my son's 25th Birthday invitation. He is a special needs child, and he ... A: I don't know if I can really crack this for you. I tink the impact you look for would actually come ... | |
| gala fundraiser | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: This is my first year planning a gala event for our company's Foundation. We are having a silent ... A: Congratulations .....I am sure the event will be a great success and you'll get much praise. After ... | |
| Party questions for nominations | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: We're trying to develop a list of questions for party attendees to nominate people in advance. Then ... A: I think I understand what you are doing .... but not waht the actual question is! Is your problem ... | |
| burns supper | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I've been tasked to organize a burns supper for approximate 170 people... I'm looking for balloons ... A: James I think you'll need somewhere near you and I don't know where that is. Best way ... Google! ... | |
| Turning 13 | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I am turning 13 on February 1st and I really want to have a big party. My parents are on a low ... A: Erika Thoughts: BIG party and LOW budget maybe don't go together! What is the real problem you ... | |
| Gift Basket Ideas | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: I'm responsible for coming up with a list of items for inclusion in gift baskets for our upcoming ... A: I'm afraid this is out of my scope. I also feel that the differences in cultures (I am in the UK) ... | |
| dinner party question | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I'm not sure if you can answer this or not, but I have a couple of questions about dinner parties. ... A: You haven't said how many people the party may be for. This will make a difference. IF it's only ... | |
| sweet 16 theme | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I would like to have a Broadway themed party for my sweet 16. Can you help me with ideas of how to ... A: Caroline Why Broadway? Withpout knowing what you think it represents and why you want it, it would ... | |
| 20th Birthday Party | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I need help planning my 20th birthday party. It isn't until february but nonetheless I'd like to ... A: Kristin I'm sure you'll get lots of help on this (as it isn't a personal request to just me)..... ... | |
| Friend is going away | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: my friend just found out he has to leave in a week and a half to France because he plays ... A: Bit short notice. My guess is that at your age you'll want a simple gathering of friends doing what ... | |
| going away party | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I'm moving away and i will like to throw a party to tell everyone how much i will miss them... I'm ... A: Wow Tiffani You are moving pretty soon .... my guess is that you'll have SO much to talk about with ... | |
| 16th birthday party | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: What if you want to have friends over but not like a big party with everyone in there like you doing ... A: Wesley Nobosy can help you decide what to do. People are different..... tastes, styles, cultures. ... | |
| party help | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: My name is Molly and my son is going to be 1 on Christmas day!!! The worst day of the year to be ... A: What I am unable to understand about the party you describe is who it's for. I guess it's for the ... | |
| function | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I am a volunteer fundraiser for a childrens charity in Cape Town, SA - organising a ladies lunch - ... A: I think I would translate Diamonds into all kinds of decor items thyat are glass, silver, ... | |
| Help | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I am a New York socialite, and I am planning a huge Christmas party. But there are two family's I do ... A: I'll reply quickly as I don't really understand the problem and you'll no doubt get answers that are ... | |
| november auction theme | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have unwittingly become the fundraising chair for my daughter's pre-school and we have our annual ... A: I am not sure where you live so Autumn may be quite different where you are. I think that changing ... | |
| My 17th birthday party | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: My 17th birthday is in a 3 months but i want to start coming up with ideas.. I have a few ideas but ... A: Kati I can't help directly ... but have a solution! You see, if your 16th was not good .... I have ... | |
| Surprise 30th Bday for my husband | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I am organising a surprise 30th bday for my husband. It will be held at a lounge/club in the city ... A: I love surprise parties .... well, not for me, but for others. DO LOTS of them and it's great to see ... | |
| Table-top Role-playing Game Party | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I chose you off the list of Advisors because you specifically stated that you are familiar with the ... A: I am familiar with unusual party ideas, but have never yet created games nights like this. However ... | |
| Theme needed for annual fundraising event for a private Catholic High School | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: This is the 40th anniversary year for the annual fundraiser at our all boys High School. This 130 ... A: The things to play with that immediately come to mind are: 40 in Roman numerals is XL = Excel GYM ... | |
| Dinner Auction Theme name | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I am planning a Catholic Church/School dinner auction. Our theme at this point is "music". We are ... A: I think the theme idea is great ande does offer many opportunities for names as well as graphics ... | |
| Mixed aged mystery party about 75 people | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: We are throwing a large Scooby Doo Mystery Party for our family. We have 4 September birthdays: ... A: Didn't want to ignore your request but I have to say that I don't really understand the problem. I ... | |
| Costume Wedding | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: My fiance and I would like to do a costume wedding. We want the bridal party to be a specific theme ... A: Firstly, congratulations! EASY.... broaden the theme. If you use something like 'Heroes' or 'Movie ... | |
| 80th birthday party | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: Our dad's 80th birthday is coming in about seven months. There are twelve children and we would ... A: It's always difficult to help with such a personal party ... but I'll try to add to the already ... | |
| Auction Theme | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: We are having an auction and need a theme. We are using a new piece of technology for bidding in ... A: OK..... so if it's not for specific reasons ... and you are embracing high tec with the auction ... | |
| Auction Theme | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: We are having an auction and need a theme. We are using a new piece of technology for bidding in ... A: Please help me understand why you need a theme. Is it because: => all prizes will fit this theme ... | |
| costume wedding | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: My fiance and I are getting married next year, we haven't set a date yet but we're looking at the ... A: Sounds like you are creating dilemmas for yourselves! People DO love to dress up, whether ... | |
| Party Planning | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I would like to do something different for my birthday. I would like to throw a themed "All black, ... A: I LOVE giving creative ideas for people's parties, celebrations and events. But you know, to make ... | |
| name tags | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: We are hosting a elegant "Evening in the Healing Garden" as a kick off fundraiser for our soon to be ... A: Ho Colleen The evening sounds wonderful! I am a spiritual person myself and indulge in healing as ... | |
| Catholic Grade School Auction | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: In arriving at a theme we're into a "green" idea, as it is scheduled near St. Patrick's Day. We ... A: Yes, I agree that green is a nice link across several ideas but a message is always more powerful ... | |
| 20th Birthday Confusion | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm turning 20 in two weeks and am having trouble coming up with ideas for what to do. I want to do ... A: Hey Ashna Unfortunately the best ideas come from having brainstorming chats with the people you ... | |
| 25th Birthday Party | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I am going to be turning 25 in September and I want to have a blow out. A friend of mine has been ... A: Amanda A surprise....and you know about it? Hmmmmmmmh! Sounds like you shouldn't be planning ... | |
| Party ideas | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I am turning 14 in august and am brainstorming ideas right now. One of my ideas is to have a party ... A: Hey, happy birthday. You should definately have some drinks on arrival and maybe some small snacks, ... | |
| Birthday party | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: a theam idk what to do and I'm 13 and well I'm stuck A: Wow...just got this requast and it's Thursday. Problem is I have no idea what kind of party you ... | |
| 25th Anniversary | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I'm planning a 25th anniversary vow renewal and reception for 6/23/2012. I'm estimating a guest list ... A: Wow...that's pretty close, especially where I work in the IK. We'd need to book a function room of ... | |
| Daycare Auction Themes | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: ..I am the Chairperson for our local daycare. We have children aging from 6 mos. to 6 years ... A: Love to help but not sure I understand the situation or problem. What have the ages of the children ... | |
| Circus themed sweet 16 party | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm in the uk and planning my sweet 16 (my 16th birthday is next year August 22nd). I have decided ... A: BEKKY I am in the UK too ...... the CIRCUS theme is a GREAT idea. I know what you mean about 'sexy ... | |
| 19th Birthday Party Theme | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: So my friend and I have the same birthday (May 9th) and we want to have a joint birthday party. It ... A: Sounds a fun fun party. You haven't said what age group you are .... but my guess is youngish. I ... | |
| Burns supper decortion | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: As part of a college report i have to plane and develope a burns supper i have most of it done but ... A: Linzi I am not a specialist in table top decor...I outsource that. However, I don't understand why ... | |
| 50th birthday party | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I am planning my own 50th birthday party, I was born in 1960 (hippie style). It will be for around ... A: The thing I find about music tastes is that...of course 60s music is popular and had several ... | |
| scavenger hunt | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: i am trying to organise an army themed scavenger hunt. i'm hoping the activities involved have army ... A: Rather than do the reserach for you on this, why don't I( tell you all I'd do: enter scavenger hunt ... | |
| planning law scool graduation party (female) | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: wanted to get some ideas on organizing some sort of either roast for my 24 yr old daughter's law ... A: I think it would be fun to have her on trial and find her 'guilty' of everything! However, I think ... | |
| Hospital Gala Fundraiser | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: I am the Chair of a hospital gala black-tie fundraiser that nets about $175k annually. It is held ... A: I think your answers will come from researching on the internet. If you search for images you'll ... | |
| need party ideas- adult | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: i am planning my 50th birthday party.... formal attire, rented a penthhouse suite at a hotel..... ... A: Do you mean SHOW stopping? What kind of entertainment you mean? How many people? What amount of ... | |
| Conference Theme | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I'm overseeing the planning and registration of an "annual" conference. The purpose of the ... A: Robin You'll need to look fro a common thread ...IF the graphics atc are to represent broad areas. ... | |
| Conference Theme | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I'm overseeing the planning and registration of an "annual" conference. The purpose of the ... A: Robin An Annual conference is an important event! I have worked at many many including several in ... | |
| Decorating for birthday dinner | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: I'm having a 18th surprise birthday dinner for my daughter at a restaurant. Any ideas on how to ... A: Susan I guess the answer would depend upon the style of venue, the cuisine and your budget etc. Of ... | |
| marquee hire enquiry | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: have you come across www.3dmarquees.com I think you'll love them, but are there any drawbacks in ... A: I do know of 3dmarquees and have worked in and under some of their structures as well as similar ... | |
| My Sweet Sixteen | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: So my best friend and I are planning our sweet sixteen in May. Our birthdays are one day apart and ... A: Well..I'd have thought that now it's so easy to have your own music playing via an iPod through a ... | |
| 15th Birthday Party!!!! | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: ok>>>>>>>>> i am turning fifteen on march 4th >>>>>>>>>> i know i am going to have a big bombfire in ... A: Lauren..... several points 1) IF you have a bonfire ...PLEASE ensure you have at least one ... | |
| black and white gala | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: Good afternoon, I am new to event planning and I wanted to have a Black & White Gala in September. ... A: Tell me what you ned to decorate and something about the skills and budget you have to get an idea ... | |
| corporate party | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: John: Seen anything unique in hat parties lately? A group of health care VIPs are toasting a CEO who ... A: I haven't seen anything that you ask, but it's always time to create. Not certain what your ... | |
| not-for-profit fundraiser | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I am a volunteer for a not-for-profit senior center---I am planning the fall auction which raises ... A: Yes...Seniors love the Good Old Days ....so theme it around a period they loved. This will depend ... | |
| funny 50th birthday theme | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: okay, i am really good friends with my boyfriends parents and we are about to start planning a ... A: Well....as someone over 50, I wouldn't say that 50 is getting old! Humor is so personal it's hard ... | |
| nature-themed silent auction | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: here's hoping you can help.. private school holding a dressy but not formal evening silent auction ... A: What is difficult about the theme is me not knowing WHY it were chosen? There must be a reason but I ... | |
| Party Planning - Where do we start | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: My friends and i have been looking into becoming party planners but not big organisational planners ... A: Where do yiu start? First .... get my name right! It's John Gordon! Seriously .... where are you ... | |
| Theme for A Black Tie Silent Auction Function | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: Our foundation is having their 1st black tie affair. We will have live and silent auctions. I am ... A: Jusi Don't really understand the question. The theme for any event is best inspired by the type of ... | |
| Rabbie Burns party decorations | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I am planning a Rabbie Burns dinner in a very plain church hall and need to make it look ... A: I have to admit, I cannot see the problem after all, there is such a wealth of info and graphics and ... | |
| Private School Auction | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I am chairing our school auction in Feb. 2010. The auction is done every other year and is a ... A: I read this with interest but don't understand what the problem is. I think, especially in today's ... | |
| Dad's 70th Surprise Party | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I, along with my dad's girlfriend, are planning his 70th b-day party and it's a surprise in late ... A: I don't give food advice as tastes vary around regions and the globe. What's popular and available ... | |
| Surprise 70th Birthady Party of my mother | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: My mother is turning 70 in about 3 months. I want to give a surprise birthday party. I'll be ... A: Candice Sounds like you already have it sorted. Why not stay with the number 70 as the ... | |
| My husband's 40th b/day | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: my name is Annelie and I am writing from South Africa. I am planning my husband's 40th surprise ... A: Annelie Not sure what help you need. Clues to what? Clues in what form? If you mean clues in ... | |
| 20th bday party. | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: It's wed. night, and my party is supposed to be on saturday....i have no idea what to do!!! i sent a ... A: Sara What's the problem? You are 20 and should be full of ideas!!!! Stop thinking of things they ... | |
| Gala Event-Fundraiser | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: We are planning our annual event and have decided to try a theme that incorporates "denim and ... A: Great theme idea...... I don't know why you are stuck ... it's such an opportunity to have a mix ... | |
| Daughters 16th birthday party | 11/16/2008 |
| Q: Our daughter will be 16 in January and she would like a girlie sleepover with her friends but our ... A: I doubt if anyone can help you with this without knowing where you are and then being familiar with ... | |
| Need some ideas for a graduation party | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I was writing to possibly get some expert advise in reference to a graduation party for my loving ... A: I agree that the school colors have other connotations and may be misunderstood by guests and ... | |
| Suprise 25th Birthday Party | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: Hey John, It's my boyfriend's 25th Birthday this January 2009. I'm going to be throwing him a ... A: Sounds great so far. Can't help with venues as I am in UK! What makes a party special is not any ... | |
| Event/Conference Theme | 11/7/2008 |
| Q: I would like help with a theme. I am helping to host a 4 day conference/event with a gala Banquet ... A: Susan It sounds to me as though your New Jersey theme would be great. However, I am unable to ... | |
| 16th surprise birthday party | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I am wanting to have a surprise birthday party for my 16 year old daughter. I had not really ... A: It sounds to me as though you do have everything you need. Advice I give and also see here is about ... | |
| mama mia! bridal shower | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: My older sister is getting married in June 2009. My family is swedish on both sides and my mom's ... A: I think the best way I can give brief advice is to suggest you do research. I haven't seen Mama Mia ... | |
| Hockey minor hockey Fundraiser | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: I am planning a fundraiser for our local minor hockey league. I want to know the best way to put ... A: I am involved with a LOT of fundraising events, mostly very large National and International events ... | |
| Rocket Science | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: we are twins and we are having a sweet sixteen!!!! It's a boy girl party, so we tried to think of a ... A: Well, I think you already made a creative start and cannot think why you are stuck. After ... | |
| School Auction Theme | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: This year our school will be putting on another auction (both silent and live). These have not been ... A: Normally I'd ask a lot of questions first but I think this is easy: HEART & SOUL That's the theme. ... | |
| What should i do for my 20th birthday | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: My name is Alicia, I live in Bronx, New York. My birthday is on October 6 in two weeks! I'm stuck of ... A: I'm afraid I'm going to have to give the same answer as others I get exactly like this. There's no ... | |
| My Dad's 70th Birthday party | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: My 4 siblings and I are planning a surprise 70th birthday party for our Dad in January and want it ... A: I agree that for such an important occasion - a 70th - a joint look back by family and friends is a ... | |
| 21st Birthday | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I am having my 21st Birthday Party in November at a Club in boston.MA called the estate i rented out ... A: I'm afraid that it is customary to offer a drink on arrival! That's why you must suffer for having ... | |
| 21st Birthday | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: I am having my 21st Birthday Party in November at a Club in boston.MA called the estate i rented out ... A: I cannot possibly reflect YOUR style without knowing YOU. How could I? So .... if you were a paying ... | |
| DARES! | 9/6/2008 |
| Q: ok. my mother is latting my invite 2 people to my birthday party. TWO!!! how frickin lame is ... A: Jen I've just received a kick from AllExperts to respond to this, so here goes: There is obviously ... | |
| Church Dedicaion | 9/1/2008 |
| Q: We're having our church dedication on the 13th of September. I really need to find some fun things ... A: I don't know that I can help. I am in the UK and my guess is that things have different meaning ... | |
| Throwing a Surprise Party, but can't decorate | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I was writing because I have a slight problem regarding the party I am plannig. I am throwing a ... A: Carrie Why no balloons? What else do they or do they not allow? Perhaps you should have what you ... | |
| Large Hall Decoration | 8/18/2008 |
| Q: We are coordinating a large ball for 600 people (3 course seated) in what is essentially a sports ... A: Moulin Rouge parties have been really popular here for a few years ... since the movie was a hit. ... | |
| husdband's 40th birthday | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: i am planning a party for my husbands 40th birthday with about 170 guests. The party is semi-formal ... A: I'd go with a Paparazzi theme. I think it's one common element at Red Carpet events. Create a ... | |
| 20th birthday | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: My family is a little old fashion, well my father is and this is the first time they said yes to a ... A: OK Crystal I'm in the UK .... and I guess that whilst it's very different here in many respects, ... | |
| 20th birthday | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: My family is a little old fashion, well my father is and this is the first time they said yes to a ... A: Crystal Hard to even get a vague picture of you and your friends without knowing some more. Answer ... | |
| 40th | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: Please help me word an invite for a my cousin. She is going to be 40 in January we are having an ... A: Kande I can't think of anything clever either! So .... don't go for clever! So .... I'd call it a ... | |
| 40th | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: Please help me word an invite for a my cousin. She is going to be 40 in January we are having an ... A: Difficult to know what to say without knowing more: => What problem do you have with wording? => ... | |
| 55 birthday party | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: My boss is turning 55 years old next month and I need some ideas for a party. She would like ... A: Can't help without more detail: => How many is lots? 50, 100, 125, 400? It clearly makes a ... | |
| Mom's 70th Surprise Party Decorating Ideas | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I live out of state and helping plan this party has become quite difficult. I have been working with ... A: Sounds like you have plenty of ideas. I don't really understand what you are looking for here. What ... | |
| Gala Theme Ideas | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I am the Gala Chair for 2009 and I was thinking of Fly Me to The Moon as a possible theme...Frank ... A: Why not use the name Big Band Bonanza or similar rather than trying to find a song title from that ... | |
| I need some help planning boyfriends 25th surprise birthday party. | 7/26/2008 |
| Q: So I recently started planning my boyfriends surprise birthday party. He is turning 25 on the 25th ... A: It's a smallish number and the answer to it is IF they are dancing people. IF you think they are of ... | |
| 70's Themed Retirement Party | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: My sisters and I are having a surprise retirement party for our mother. She started with the company ... A: Janelle Your mother will be surprised. Wording ....tell me more and I'll come up with something: ... | |
| I need some help planning boyfriends 25th surprise birthday party. | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: So I recently started planning my boyfriends surprise birthday party. He is turning 25 on the 25th ... A: Rene Problem in helping you is I have no idea of the size of the party at all! Sounds like, with ... | |
| Adoption | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I are adopting our 12 year old niece. She came to live with us about 5 years years ... A: Shawna What a wonderful story. I understand the importance of such an occasion and think your plan ... | |
| Olympic Birthday | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I'm planning on having an Olympic themed birthday party in honor of the 2008 games. I'm having a ... A: OK .... here goes: => Wheelbarrow race (done in pairs teamed up) = Tug Of War - 60 rope two teams ... | |
| Olympic Birthday | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I'm planning on having an Olympic themed birthday party in honor of the 2008 games. I'm having a ... A: Heather I could have a go .... but what games have you got already and what rejected (for what ... | |
| 80th birthday party - for twins! | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: My grandmother & her twin sister are turning 80! Their combined 6 kids (yes an even three each) & ... A: This already sounds like a GREAT party. The entire theming sounds perfect and I cannot think why you ... | |
| clueless | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: i was thinking of renting a yacht for about 40 people and have a night out in NYC but that comes out ... A: Estefany $4000 on a $500 budget ... hmmmmh, even my magic can't help you there! 40 people divided ... | |
| 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 info helps a little but to be honest, with so many gaps it isn't easy as, without that info, I ... | |
| 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 |
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| 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 ... | |
Party Planning
John Gordon
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Expertise
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.
Experience
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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