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Student Activity Workbook
Life Skills: Planning Parties
Curriculum That Matters, Inc. Bakersfield, California
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Table of Contents
Types of Parties 5 U.S. Holiday Parties 9 Countries Religious Holidays 15 Party Venues 21 Event and Party Planners 24 Process of Planning a Party
Theme
27 Venue/Location 29 Invitation 30 Entertainment 32 Calculating the Cost of a Party 34
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Types of Parties
U.S. Holiday • There are __________ annual U.S. federal holidays on the calendar designed by the United
States ________________________.
• Unlike many other countries, there are no ‘national holidays’ in the United States because
Congress only has constitutional authority to create holidays for federal institutions.
• _____________________________________________________________________________.
Countries Religious Holiday • More than 80 countries favor ____________________________________________.
• In 10 countries, the government officials seek to _____________________________________
religious practice. A few examples are China, Cuba, North Korea, and Vietnam.
• A slightly smaller share of countries (20%) have a preferred or favored religion.
Work Party • A get together-celebrating holiday, _________________________, shower, etc.
• _____________________________: On time, wear appropriate attire, act appropriately- smile
and keep eye contact, socialize, eat moderate quantities, avoid vulgar language and actions.
• Depending on the party food may be provided or it might be a potluck.
______________________________________________________________________________.
School Party • _______________________________________-celebrating holidays or birthdays or events:
school dances, back to school, etc...
• Depending on the school level games, _______________________________________________.
Food may be provided or it is a potluck.
Watch the presentation Types of Parties.
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Dinner Party • A chance for friends or family to gather and have a small get together.
• Around dinner time, food is provided or it is a potluck, games and socialization.
• ______________________________________________________________________________.
House Warming Party • Held after moving into a new residence. With the host presenting their new home to friends and
family.
• ______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________.
• Food is normally provided. Formal or casual is dependent of the host.
Baptism Party • To celebrate and congratulate a person being baptized into their church.
• Food is ___________________________________, gifts may be suggested depending on the
host. Formal or casual is dependent of the host.
• ____________________________________________________________________________.
Graduation Party • A celebration of someone graduating a stage of schooling and accomplishments.
• Food is sometimes provided, _________________, and gift and attire are usually suggested
depending on the host.
Sport Party • A get together to ___________________________________________ team play or a
celebration after a family member, _______________________________________________.
• Food is provided or a potluck is requested. Games may be played. Usually casual attire.
Sometimes décor is out.
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Baby Shower Party • An event where family and friends spend time with the expecting parents. Giving support, gifts,
and advice.
• Games, food, décor, and gift are usually expected.
• Usually ____________________________________________, depending on the invitation.
Bachelor and Bachelorette Party • ______________________________________________________________________________.
• Sometimes gifts are suggested, food id normally provided, and games are usually played.
• It can be casual or formal depending on what the person getting married likes. This can also be a
fun trip or a one-day event. Location also varies.
Wedding Reception Party • Normally held after the completion of a marriage ceremony.
• Family and friends come to celebrate with gifts, ____________________, _________________,
and sometimes games.
• Location and if it is ________________________________________ depends on the invitation.
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Types of Parties Assignment Find a type of party that was not listed and research the party. What happens at the party,
what needs to be provided, where the party can take place, and why you would throw this party. Write about your findings. Provide pictures.
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U.S. Holiday Parties
U.S. Federal Holidays • When a federal holiday falls on a Saturday, it is usually observed on the preceding Friday.
• _______________________________________________________________________, it is
usually observed on the following Monday.
• In addition to the ten annual federal holidays, Inauguration Day is an eleventh holiday
designated by Congress for observance every four years on January 20 following a U. S.
presidential election.
• It is only observed by _____________________________________________ in Washington D.C.
and the border counties of Maryland and Virginia.
• Inauguration Day was created to help relieve the congestion that occurs around Washington
D.C. with the events surrounding the swearing-in of the President and Vice President of the
United States.
New Year’s Day • ____________________________________________________________________.
• ____________________________________________________________________.
• Americans remember the previous year.
• Schools, ______________________________________________________________.
• A common symbol is a white male baby dressed in a diaper, a hat and a sash with the new year
on the sash. The baby ages through the year and is an old man that hands his role over to the
next baby new year.
• Heralded by fireworks and __________________________________ which are often televised.
• Some towns hold paraded and special football games are played.
• Many people make ______________________________________________; promises to
themselves that will improve something in their own lives- lose weight or stop smoking.
• Many people stay up _______________________________________ before celebrating the
whole life.
Watch the presentation U.S. Holiday Parties.
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Inauguration Day • January 20th.
• The candidates who won the _______________________________ in the previous year are
sworn into office. The president and vice-president.
• The ceremony takes place at the U.S. Capitol and is organized by the Joint Congressional
Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies. Followed by a parade that is televised.
• ____________________________________________________________________________.
• Washington DC there can be considerable disruption to public life, massive security operations,
business affairs and celebration.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day • ______________________________________________________________.
• Celebrates the ______________________________________________ of Martin Luther King Jr.
• Most well-known for racial equality in the U.S.
• Day _____________________________________________________ and most businesses.
• A day some people promote equal rights for all Americans. Some give up their time as
volunteers in citizen action groups.
Presidents’ Day • ________________________________________________________.
• Honors presidents of the United States. Starting with George Washington being the first.
• Many businesses are open holding sales, most schools get the day off. The post office is also
closed this day.
Memorial Day • Last _______________________________________________.
• Commemorated all men and women who have died in military service.
• People visit cemeteries and memorials of those. Placing American flags on each grave.
• Schools and most __________________________________________________________.
• Tradition is ________________________________________ of the united states at half-staff
from dawn until noon.
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Independence Day • ________________________________________.
• Anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence from Great Britain in 1776.
• Schools ______________________________________________________________________.
• Families and friends celebrate with picnics and barbecues. Eating competitions, sporting events
and swimming activities.
• Many people display American flags outside their homes and buildings.
• Communities celebrate with fireworks and patriotic music or parades.
• ______________________________________________________________________________.
Labor Day • First Monday in ___________________________________.
• Originally organized to celebrate carious labor unions’ strengths of and contributions to the
United States’ economy.
• Schools and most _______________________________________________-.
• A day of rest or last chance for many people to go on trips before the summer ends. Barbecues,
public arts or sports events and parades.
Columbus Day • Second __________________________________________________________.
• Remembers Christopher Columbus’ arrival to the Americas.
• Some areas it is a day off from school and most business are closed.
• Some towns celebrate with church services, parades and large events are held.
Veteran’s Day • November 11th.
• Anniversary of the signing of the armistice, Veterans are thanked for their services.
• Schools and most businesses are closed.
• Marked by parades and many places the American flag is hung at ________________________.
• A period of silence lasting _____________________________________ may be held at 11am.
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Halloween • 31st of October.
• Is not a _______________________________________________- but is celebrated in the U.S.
• Originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and
wear costumes to ward off ghosts.
• Now evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, festive
gatherings, dressing up in costumes and eating treats.
• Schools and businesses stay open this day. Though it is celebrated at work places and schools
with dressing up in costumes, carving pumpkins or/and food.
Thanksgiving Day • 4th Thursday in November.
• It precedes ______________________________________- which many stores do large sales for
Christmas shopping.
• Families and friends get together for a special meal. The meal often including turkey, stuffing,
potatoes, _______________________________________, gravy, pumpkin pie, and vegetables.
• A time for people to give thanks for what they have.
• Some _______________________________________________________.
• Most businesses, schools and organizations are closed on Thanksgiving Day. Some business are
closed the Friday after.
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Christmas Day • December 25th.
• The day celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ.
• __________________________________________________________________________.
• Often celebrated with customs from pre-Christian winter celebrations.
• People visit family and friends and exchange gifts.
• Days or weeks before people decorate their homes with lights, Christmas trees and much more
decoration.
• It is common to have special means, often consisting of turkey and other festive foods.
• Children especially receive lots of gifts for family or friends and the mythical figure Santa Claus.
• Many churches, schools and communities organize special events- Nativities, concerts or
performances.
• Some groups arrange meals for shelters or charitable projects for those with very little money or
no homes.
• Symbols that represent Christmas: Baby Jesus, the Nativity and the Three Kings, also Santa
Clause, reindeer and elves.
• Common objects at this time: pine trees, holly, and candles.
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U.S. Holiday Parties Assignment Pick a holiday and plan a small party for family and friends in your home. Include how
many people, what you are providing, decorations, and games. Make a presentation about it or write about it provide pictures.
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Countries Religious Holiday
Religious Holidays • Most religions have specific holidays celebrated throughout the year.
• Islam is the most common government- ____________________________________________.
• But an additional 40 governments around the globe unofficially favor a particular religion, and in
most cases the preferred faith is a branch of Christianity.
• More than _________________________________________ and territories have no official or
preferred religion.
Chinese New Year • The first day of the _______________________________________ in the Chinese calendar.
• Every year is represented by a zodiac animal sign.
• Is the most important and longest of all Chinese festivals, celebrated in Chinese communities.
• Activities: Making offerings to household deities, wearing new clothes-particularly in red,
hosting a large banquet for family and friends, taking part in lion and dragon dances, as well as
festive parades- acrobatic demonstrations, beating gongs, and clashing cymbals.
• Many children receive “_________________________________” in red envelopes. Household
doors are open to let good luck enter.
• Include _______________________________________________- people hang them in temples
and carry them to an evening parade.
• A public holiday in countries such as Brunei, _____________________________, Malaysia,
North Korea, Singapore, _________________________, and Vietnam.
• Some business may close early and some streets may be closed shortly for parades.
• Plum blossom flowers are part of the New year décor(___________________________), and
water narcissus (_____________________________).
• Tangerines and oranges are displayed in the home and stores as a sign of luck and wealth.
• Writings on _____________________________ that refer to good luck are displayed in homes.
Watch the presentation Country Religious Holiday.
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Groundhog Day • February 2nd.
• A _________________________________________ celebrated by mostly American’s.
• ___________________________________________________________.
• Some states have in some cases adopted their own groundhogs, the official groundhog,
Punxsutawney Phil, lives at Gobbler’s Knob near Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
• ___________________________, visitors and news reporters await Phil’s appearance and
weather prediction.
• Tradition has it that if the groundhog sees its shadow on February 2 it will be
__________________________ by it and will then return to its _____________________,
indicating that there will be ______________________________________ of winter. If it does
not see its shadow, then spring is on the way.
Holi • _______________________________________: (Dolyatra, Doul Jatra, Basanta-Utsav).
• Hindu festival colors or festival of love that celebrate the triumph of good over evil, good
harvest, and fertility, throws off the gloom of winter and rejoices of spring originating from
India.
• Falls in the later part of _______________________________________.
• Starts celebrating the night before- __________________________________, perform religious
rituals in font of a bonfire, and pray that their internal evil be destroyed.
• The next morning is celebrated as Rangwali Holi- a free-for-all festival of colors; people smear
and drench each other with colors.
• Groups _______________________________________ and other musical instruments from
place to place singing and dancing.
• Some family and friends get together with traditional food and drinks.
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Passover (Pesach) • Commences on the 15th of the Hebrew month of Nisan and last for either 7 or 8 days in Israel.
• Commemorates the emancipation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt.
• Celebrated by eating Seder meals: matzah (_________________________________), maror
(________________________________) and 4 cups of wine. Chametz
(______________________) is strictly avoided.
• People also retell stories of the ________________________________-.
• Divided into 2 parts: The first 2 days and last 2 days are full-fledged holidays.
• Holiday candles are ______________________________________, and Kiddush and sumptuous
meals are enjoyed both nights and days.
• No work, ______________________________________, writing or use of electric devises. They
cook everything themselves.
• The middle four days are called Chol Hamoed, semi-festive “intermediate days”.
Día De Los Muertos • “_______________________________________________________” celebrated throughout
Mexico or people with Latin American heritage elsewhere.
• Celebrated on November 1st.
• Focuses on gatherings of family and friends to ____________________________ for and
remember friends and ___________________________________________ who have died and
help support their spiritual journey.
• Including building private alters with calaveras, ____________________________________,
favorite foods and beverages of the deceased, visiting those graves with gifts.
• Familiar symbols are _____________________________________ and calaveras (skeletons and
skulls): they appear in candied sweets, ____________________________________________,
and dolls.
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Samhain • Originated in ancient Europe as Celtic Fire Festival.
• Usually end of October beginning of November.
• Festival of the Dead. Meaning “Summer’s End”. The end of the growing season.
• Celebrated by Pagans everywhere.
• Other names it is known by: Celtic Wiccans and Druids call it Calan Gaeaf, Calan Gwaf, Kala-
Goanv, or Nos Galan Gaeof. Welsh, it is Nos Cyn Calan Gaual. It also is known as Oie Houney.
• A few ways to celebrate:
- ______________________________: meditative natural walk near your home.
- __________________________________________: Décor of seasonal symbols pumpkins,
cornstalk, acorns, apples.
- __________________________________________: A Samhain dinner nearby an alter for
the Dead inviting the deceased love ones to dine with you.
- ________________________________________________: Using Tarot, Runes, and Scrying
seeking guidance for the year to come.
Diwali • A Hindu festival of lights. Celebrated in Autumn.
• Symbolizes the spiritual ‘Victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over
ignorance.”
• Temples, _______________________________, homes are decorated with lights.
• ________________________________________________________________. Fireworks, gifts
performing religious rituals, feast and sweets, and puji worship ceremonies.
Bodhi Day • Buddhist holiday that commemorates when Buddha ______________________________
enlightenment.
• Is observed on schools of _____________________________,
_______________________________, Japan, and ____________________________________.
• _____________________________________________________________________________;
some celebrate with a traditional meal of tea, cake and readings.
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Hanukkah • A ____________________________________ commemorating the rededication of the second
temple in Jerusalem. Also known as the Festival of Dedication.
• For 8 days starting the 25th day of Kislev according to the Hebrew calendar.
• Observed by lighting the __________________________________ of a candelabrum with nine
branches- A Hanukkah Menorah. One branch is typically placed above or below the other
candles and is used to light the other 8 candles.
• The __________________________ is called the shamash- each night one additional
________________________ is lit until all are lit together on night 8.
• Some festivities include playing dreidel and eating oil-based foods and dairy foods and giving
Hanukkah gelt.
Kwanzaa • Held in the U.S. and other nations of the African diaspora in the Americas-
_____________________________________________.
• Honors the 7 principles of African heritage and is from December 26th to January 1st.
• Celebratory symbols include a mat which a Kinara(candle holder), Mishumaa
Saba (__________________________________), mazao (____________________), Muhindi
(______________________), a Kikombe cha Umoja (unity cup) for commemorating and giving
shukrani (thanks) to African Ancestors, and Zawadi (gifts) which are placed on the mat.
• Families decorate their house with objects of colorful art, African cloth, and fresh fruits that
represent African ____________________________________.
• Ceremonies are held including drumming, ___________________________________________,
______________________________________, and reading of the African Pledge.
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Countries Religious Holiday Assignment
Find a countries religious holiday party that was not listed and research the party. Or research more on one already listed. What happens at the party, what needs to be provided, where the party can take place, and why you would throw this party. Write about your findings. Provide pictures.
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Party Venues
What are Party Venues? • Party Venues are for special events weddings, __________________________, baby showers,
and any other celebrations.
• They can have catering and wait ________________, food, decorations, attire is determined by
party ____________________.
• Can be located in different areas: outdoor spaces, ____________________, restaurants,
________________, bowling alleys, churches, sometimes nice hotels and sport events.
Chuck E. Cheese • You can book a party with different party packages.
-Mega Super Star, Super Star, and Star. Cost varies.
• All packages include: Reserved table for 2 hours, tablecloth, ___________________________,
utensils and dedicated server/host. ___________________________ of pizza and unlimited
drinks per child. ______________________________ or tokens to play games and win cool
prizes and a Ticket blaster experience and birthday show recognizing the birthday star.
Stockdale Affairs Event Center • A central location for events and meetings.
-____________________________________________: accommodates 150 people,
professional dance floor, reception area.
-____________________________________________: accommodates 40 people, large
white board, Wi-Fi, projection hook-ups.
-____________________________________________: accommodates 11 executive
chairs, coffee/water set up, portable work chart.
-____________________________________________: accommodates 100 people,
lantern lighting, shade trees with evening illumination.
Watch the presentation Party Venues.
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Buck Owens Crystal Palace • ___________________________________________________________. Choose a date, time,
and party size. Price is varied per party. Food and servers are provided.
• You can do it by live events and shows being shown at the palace.
• It is also known as a museum and store of famous and memorabilia of famous people who had
played there.
When to Start Looking for a Venue • Budget out your party.
• Book a venue at least _______________________________________________ in advance.
• Estimate event size and space requirements.
• Start to plan other important things needed for the party; catering, invitations, décor, etc.
What to Consider When Finding a Venue • ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• ________________________________________________________
• Cost and Flexibility on Event Date
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How to Search for a Venue • Contact the area’s local Convention & Visitor’s Bureau to inquire about venues that best suit
your needs.
• On event listing websites, such as 10 times, eventful, etc., find similar local events to yours and
see where they host events.
• Use an online tool. They help you parse through the many venues to find the right for you.
Party Venues Holiday Assignment Look up a party venue in your area and research what they do at this venue. Pick what
type of party you would like and how many people can fit in the venue, how much it is, what you are providing at the party. Write about it.
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Event and Party Planners
Party Planners VS. Event Planners • ___________________________________________. Just a few different reasonability of each.
• An event planner will plan and execute all aspects of the meeting or event.
• A party planner generally deals with the social aspect of the party.
• The both can help plan everything in an _____________________________________________
_________________________________. It can also depend on what type of party you are
throwing.
Event Planning VS. Event Coordinating • The planner makes the decisions of the what, __________________________, who and how.
Works directly with the client, designs an event “____________________________”, and
ensures the clients happiness.
• The coordinator is responsible for making sure all the details are executed. Does not get
involved with the design of the event itself. Manage the individual components,
____________________________________, organize delivery dates and handle logistical tasks.
Where Can You Locate One • You can google planners near your location of party. There might not be a planner in your city-
you might have to travel to find one. Sometimes word of mouth.
• _______________________________________________: Do they have reviews or a
reputation?, A legitimate website?, Do not just pay to a random website.
When Should You Locate One • If your event is larger than you might be able to schedule, plan and coordinate. Define why you
want to hold an event in the first place.
• Know your budget, your reason for hiring externally, and available candidates for the job.
Provide them with brief details at first- be prepared.
• ___________________________________________________________________________.
Watch the presentation Event and Party Planers.
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What are the Planners Certifications? • The American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) is the American Planning Association’s
professional institute.
• AICP certifies professionals in the U.S. in the fields of Urban planning and assists planners on the
area of ethics.
• A planner must have a specified combination of relevant education and professional experience,
must pass an examination that tests skills and knowledge, pay an annual fee, and a member of
American Planning Association.
Events by Planners • Some examples of some parties or events that planners arrange are:
- _______________________________________________
- _______________________________________________
- _______________________________________________
- _______________________________________________
- _______________________________________________
Average Event Planners Salary/Cost • An average event planner salary is 45,695. This varies per city/country and experience/ skill
level.
• ________________________________ is 0-5yrs. Total compensation of $40,000.
• ________________________________ is 5-10 yrs. Total compensation of $50,000.
• ________________________________ 10-20 yrs. Total compensation of $53,000.
• ________________________________ >20 yrs. Total compensation of $55,000.
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Event and Party Planners Assignment Find a legit party or event planner in your area. See what they offer. Pick a party and write
about what you will bring to this planner to help you with your party- minor details.
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Process of Planning- Theme
What is a theme? • A theme of a party is what __________________________________________________ are
made to according to a particular setting or ambience.
• The theme is chosen by the host of the party.
• For EX: A Star Wars theme birthday party.
Choosing a Theme- What to Consider - Details related to the theme.
- ______________________________.
- ______________________________.
- ______________________________.
- Guest dress.
- If the party is not a surprise, let the guest of honor choose.
- __________________________________________________________________________.
- Visit large party stores for ideas or items.
- Make sure the theme suits the occasion.
- Consider color schemes.
- __________________________________________________________________________.
Consider your guests that will be attending- how many? What will the majority like?
Watch the presentation Process of Planning a Party- Theme.
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Theme Assignment What party are you going to plan? Pick a party that might be coming up in your life-
wedding reception, birthday party, baby shower, bridal shower, etc. After learning about themes of a party now pick a theme for this party. Research this theme- make sure the décor, food and all else going to the theme of the party is written down, find pictures related.
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Process of Plan- Venue and Location
Picking a Venue or Location • The availability of space for your party can dictate the number of guests, the theme of the party,
entertainment and length of the party.
• Depending on wants, budget or formality you may want to rent a space or do it in your own
home.
• Understand the tone of the event to help you find the venue or location to place this party.
• The cost
• The location
• _________________________________________
• Style
• Layout
• _________________________________________
• Services and Facilities
• Inside/outside
• _________________________________________
• What about a small party at your house?
• Things to consider:
- ______________________________
- __________________________/__________________________
- __________________________/__________________________
- __________________________________
- __________________________/__________________________/______________________
Watch the presentation Process of Planning a Party- Venue and Location.
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Process of Plan- Invitation
What is an Invitation? • An invitation is a paper or electronic writing about information of a party the guest is invited to.
What is on an invitation:
• Date/ Who or What the party is for
• ____________________________________________
• Location/pictures
• ____________________________________________
• Gift detail/ RSVP
Venue and Location Assignment Pick a venue or location for your party- describe what you are looking for. Research and
make sure it meets all of your requirements for your party. Inside or outside? At your house or at a venue? Cost? Style? Capacity?
Watch the presentation Process of Planning a Party- Invitation.
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Tips When Writing an Invitation • If there is something that is sponsoring your event _______________________________ them.
• Include important information that might not be indicated already- for example dress, what will
be at the event, or specific gift items.
• If your guests are not familiar with where the event is held- provide the address or directions.
• ______________________________________________________________________________.
• What time to arrive and the length of the party if you are concerned about to long of a stay by
guest.
• RSVP is important if you want to know ________________________________________ will be
attending- put a date and person to contact before the party.
• If you are planning to _________________________________ or do not have an indoor backup
and there might be bad weather- include that on the invitation and to dress appropriately.
• Be specific about ______________________________ if you desire- only adults or just address
the first and last name of person you would like to attend not the whole family’s name.
• ___________________________________- be sure to write that, or if a special guest will be
attending, or if the event is for a specific person i.e.: shower or wedding list the names.
• Send invitations anywhere from 8-2 weeks in advance depending on formality.
Invitation Assignment Create your invitation. List important details needed for this: Date, time, where, what, if
there is a theme. Any detail- create a decent background that matches the theme. If you are throwing a party for someone you do not have to list the name. Put a “Jane Doe”.
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Process of Plan- Entertainment
What is Party Entertainment? • Party Entertainment provided amusement and activates for party guest to enjoy.
• Some examples of entertainment:
- -Music/ bands/ singers/ DJ
- -Food/ drinks/ party favors
- -Comedians, public speakers, clowns, etc.
- _____________________________
When Do You Plan Entertainment? • You should plan entertainment for any event you are planning for guest to come over or go to a
different venue.
• Just a few examples:
- ______________________________________________
- ______________________________________________
- ______________________________________________
- ______________________________________________
Entertainment from Home • Are you planning a party from home?
You can entertain from home- just plan ahead.
• Make sure you know how many people will be attending to provide.
• Plan out to the best you can- if it is more of a casual party you do not have to worry.
• Ask in advance if you have speakers or other sources of entertainment.
Watch the presentation Process of Planning a Party- Entertainment.
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Entertainment Assignment Time to pick the entertainment for your party- Wither at home or at a venue, how will you
entertain your guests? Plan for games, music, or speakers, party favors. Add all of your entertainment that you plan to have.
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Process of Plan- Calculating a Party
Different Sizes of Parties • You can have a small, medium or large party depending on the event.
• ____________________________________________________________________________-
will determine how much your budget for a party can be.
• You can base this off of how many guest you plan to have at your party.
- Small: 50 people or less/ Medium: 50-200 people/ Large: 200-600 people attending.
The Cost of Your Own Party • The average American cost for each size party is:
- Small: 300-500 dollars
- Medium: 500- 1000 dollars
- Large: 1000- 5000 dollars
• ___________________________________________________________________________-
select what size party you will be having and this will be your budget for the last steps in
planning your party.
Theme and Decor • The theme should go towards everything in your party- especially your décor.
• Décor depends on the party you are planning for.
- Small: average cost: _________________
- Medium: average cost: __________________
- Large: average cost: ___________________
• Find the décor needed for your theme and size of party budget to the cost listed.
Watch the presentation Process of Planning a Party- Calculating a Party.
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Locations and Venue • The price of location and venue can vary depending on your choice of location. If it is at your
house it will be different then when you are renting a place. Say you were renting a place or you
need to consider electrical cost at your house.
- Small: average cost: 125
- Medium: average cost: 250
- Large: average cost: 1,250
Invitations and Food • Invitations can cost some money if you are not doing an electronic invite- consider the cost by
how many people you send out to and who you print with. As well as stamp cost.
• Before budgeting out cost of food make sure you have all of your RSVP guest on a list to budget
out the correct amount of food needed.
• The food cost can very per guests invited but an average of each party size are:
- Small: average cost: 125
- Medium: average cost: 250
- Large: average cost: 1,250
• Plan your budget accordingly towards your selected party. It is always safe to have a little bit of
extra food in case of last-minute changes.
Entertainment • Entertainment cost is also dependent on what entertainment you are wanting for your party.
• On average these are the cost for each size of the party:
- Small: average cost: 125
- Medium: average cost: 250
- Large: average cost: 1,250
• Plan your entertainment budget to what you have chosen for your party.
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Calculating a Party Assignment Time to write the final steps of your party. Now that you have the cost of each section you
need for planning your party- budget it out to meet those required numbers. Write about what was easy to plan, what was hard? What did you think was going to be easy? Did you go over budget? Did you go under budget? Was everything necessary on your list to have a successful party? Provide Pictures of your “Party”.
