Mar
06
The calendar reads March. Although spring does not come until the 20th of the month, it is already showing signs of its impending visit. The days are noticeably longer and the bitter, bitter cold of recent weeks has passed. It’s still winter–at least in these parts–the threat of snow has not ended and nights are [...]
Mar
15
Philadelphia has been deluged by the equivalent of a month’s worth of rain in just four days. I look at the calendar, and , no, it’s not April. But it is the Ides of March. Today is a New Moon and Spring is around the corner. Both are signals to think ahead and plan for [...]
Feb
27
Bringing in a psychic or fortune teller to a party to provide light-hearted fun is a highly popular form of entertainment. In this environment, readers generally use a tool such as Tarot cards or palm reading to give short, pithy readings for the enjoyment of party guests. Generally, the reader is sequestered in a corner [...]
Feb
12
There are lots of reasons to get together for parties in the winter; couples still marry, people still have birthdays… In other words, life goes on during all four seasons. Nonetheless, the winter of 2009/2010 has to be the strangest that I’ve ever seen. Here in Philadelphia, we have had the snowiest winter on record. [...]
Jan
20
The right kind of party entertainment will make your party. Guests will remember the party and they will remember you. Choose wisely and a little can go a long way. Here are some examples: A magician’s 45-minute show entertains the audience and becomes a focal point to the event. Caricatures work well at family events. [...]
Jan
16
Book a Caribbean cruise during January and you’ll quickly learn the meaning of the term “peak season.” Like the travel industry, the party and special events industry has its own peak times. And keeping these in mind is handy when planning your event. Just like making the decision whether to book a Caribbean cruise in [...]
Jan
15
Creating a children’s tea party is easy and fun. And, it is a great way to teach children etiquette as well as creating lasting memories. Here are some ideas to get you started so you will be ready for the little ladies and gentlemen. But do not limit yourself to these. Use your imagination and [...]
Jan
14
This is a true story. I frequently entertain at parties and events by drawing caricatures for the guests. The guests have a fun time while they watch me draw the candidate in the ‘hot seat’ and then he gets a ready-made souvenir to take home. I entertain in all kinds of environments ranging from fancy [...]
Jan
14
Part of the challenge of planning a party dealing with the ‘what ifs.’ And probably the number one concern that most people have when planning an event is bad weather. Bad weather can gum up the works in a number of ways. If the event is in the winter, a harsh storm can make driving [...]
Jan
11
Hiring party entertainment? The right kind of party entertainment can take your event from so-so to fabulous and give your guests something to remember. Musicians playing the piano or strings elevate the atmosphere and communicate that your event is special. DJs or a band provide dance music and a master-of-ceremonies function to make important announcements [...]
