Thank you

Running a business is difficult but it makes it worthwhile when you get emails from past customers saying the kids still talk about the party and say "it was the best party ever"

I'm thankful for my returning customers and if your out there know that your business is appreciated!

Fun Father's Day Craft

Make this cute father's day card for your gramps, uncle, stepdad or dad...

Total Time Needed:
30 Minutes or less

Even if the dad in your house isn't a shirt-and-tie kind of guy, he's sure to love this stylish Father's Day card.

Materials
Decorative scrapbook paper
Glue
Scissors

Instructions
1. To make one, first cut a 4- by 12-inch rectangle from a piece of decorative scrapbook paper and fold it in half to create a double-layer 4- by 6-inch rectangle.

2. Form the collar by cutting 2 matching 1-inch-long horizontal slits about 1 inch below the fold.

3. Fold over the 2 flaps as shown, then glue them down with a 5-inch-long tie shape cut from another piece of decorative paper glued between them. Glue a pair of small buttons to the collar.

4. Once the glue has dried, lift the bottom front of the card and write a Father's Day greeting inside.

Party Tip of the day Birthday 3-6

Party tip of the day: 6th Birthday-Great age for traditional boy/girl party with pirates, princess, sports, tea, superhero or fairy Enjoy!5 minutes ago from web

Party tip of the day: 5th birthday-ACTIVE is the word that comes to mind! Great age for the CEC or indoor inflatable party -ACTIVE!8:57 PM May 7th from TweetDeck

Party tip of the day: 5th Birthday-They're old enough now to pick their own party theme & help with the planning. Let them get involved!10:31 PM May 6th from web

Party tip of the day: 4th Birthday - Great age to add activities like a gym, bubbles or even a messy art party! Time to get creative!12:08 AM May 6th from web

Party tip of the day: 3rd birthday traditional party games like duck-duck-goose work great no winner just fun and a pull string pinata!9:16 PM May 4th from web

Tip of the day: 2nd Birthday! Debate continues if a 2y/o needs a big character bash-if you have the funds then go for it! it's a great age!9:09 PM Apr 27th from web

Party tip of the day: 1st Birthday! Remember to have an activity that the birthday child can enjoy! Ballpit

Party Tip of the day April 7-13

Apr 13th
Party tip of the day: Be flexible!No matter how carefully you plan something unexpected will happen! Have a "Plan B" relax & have a good time!

Extra
http://twitpic.com/3a13i - Indiana Jones Theme Party!

Apr 10th
Party tip of the day: Need an activity for the little hands? use large, fat, washable crayons and a large roll of white paper for doodling

Apr 9th
Party tip of the day: Need a great theme for you next party? check out www.agaperabba.com we have most DIY theme ideas available! Have fun!

Apr 8th
Party tip of the day: Please teach your child manners BEFORE the party - greet guests, opening gifts, sharing etc. are all important!

Apr 7th

Party tip of the day: GET HELP! Kids or adult parties take work so ask friends/ family to help out the day of the event! www.agaperabba.com

Twitter Party Tip of the Day Mar 16 & 17

(Tues) AgaperabbaParty tip of the day: How long should a party last? 1hr is enough time for a toddler/pre-school party. Older children 2-2.5 is plenty!

(Mon) AgaperabbaParty tip of the day: Make the party manageable! A child's party should have guests that equal the age of the birthday child.

Jungle Safari or Reptile Party

Does your child love animals? Have a Reptile or Jungle Party!

REPTILE EDUCATION
Party Includes:Education on 4-6 different species of Reptiles or Arachnids - Habitat, Care & Safety

JUNGLE MANIA
Party Includes:Face Painting, 5-6 Jungle Party Games, Coloring Sheets, Fun Bags 1.5 Hours for 8-10 Guests

Deluxe Party Includes:Reptile Education Party Games Face Painting Full Size Party Bags Personalized Activity Book Decorations Stock Invitations 2.5 Hours for up to 15 Guests




Where we would be Happy to help with your upcoming party, here are a few DIY Jungle Party idea:

Fun Invitations for a Jungle Safari Party include:
Drawing or photo of favorite jungle animal (monkey, zebra, tiger giraffe, etc.)
Photo of your child in safari gear
Drawing or photo of safari vehicle (Jeep)

Fun Decorations for a Jungle Safari Party include:
Plastic or stuffed animal toys
Green, yellow & orange balloons
Green streamers
Real ivy, vines, palm fronds and other available greenery
Animal Cuts outs or posters

Fun Games & Activities for a Jungle Safari Party include:
Barrel of monkeys game
Safari (find pictures of animals)
Twister
Pin the tail on the zebra
Real Jeep or SUV that kids can play in
Jungle Book or Tarzan movies
Animal Bingo
Charades (animal of course!)

Fun Arts & Craft ideas for a Jungle Safari Party include:
Animal masks
Beading (wooden beads)
Modeling clay or pipe cleaner animals
Jungle scene mural
Animal Chalk
Pompom animal

Fun Foods for a Jungle Safari Party include:
Peanut butter & jelly sandwiches
Trail mix (nuts, raisins, m&ms)
Fruit kabobs or fruit salad
Cupcakes with colored sugar
Animal crackers
Veggie platter

Fun Party Favors for a Jungle Safari Party include:
Small plastic or stuffed jungle animals
Finger cuffs (woven straw party trick)
Disposable cameras
Toy binoculars
Animal finger puppets
Stickers

If we can help in any way please feel free to contact us at
agaperabba@msn.com 626.289.8184 http://www.agaperabba.com/

How to hire Birthday Party Entertainment

How to hire Birthday Party Entertainment

Introduction:
Don't stress out over hiring a birthday party entertainer. These tips will help you make an educated choice.

Step One- Finding the right entertainer:
There are several methods to finding the right entertainer to perform at your child's next birthday party:
• Yellow Pages Look under Entertainers/Entertainment, or Family Entertainment. If you prefer you could get specific and look under clown, or puppeteer or magician to expand your options. If you can not find any, try looking in the phone directory of the next largest town or city nearest your location.
• Cake Decorators – Party Rentals Entertainers often work closely with these kinds of industry related businesses and usually have a good reputation if they do, especially if the company is referring the entertainer.
• Internet Search Engine Save time and sanity by typing in specific searches. include your city in the search or the nearest big city along with birthday party entertainer or clown or magician or whatever kinds of entertainment you are looking for.

Step Two- Talking to your potential entertainers
Things You Should Ask:
• Experience level. Find out if performs basic, intermediate or specialty skills.
• How long has this entertainer been performing? Is he a kid himself, and therefore just beginning, or is he older with more experience? Keep in mind age does not mean better if older.
• What kind of an audience does he/she mostly perform? Does this entertainer frequently perform for children? What is his specialty? What is the one point of interest in the show that sets him apart from the competition? Is it personality, show contents, set up, experience, references, a combination?
• Content What kind of skills does the entertainer perform during the show? If clown, then magic? animal balloon twisting art? face painting? general merriment? games? perhaps a combination of all? How many children can be accommodated and what time is recommended to perform the services you are interested for the number of children you will have attend? If magician, Audience participation? Animal tricks? Cards tricks? Children love to be included, so ask your entertainer exactly how much audience participation is involved in his act. How long does his act usually run? Anything longer than 35-40 minutes is too long for most children's attention spans if you want only a show. Consider 1 hour to 2 hours to include the other goodies already mentioned to run smoothly for about 12 children. Remember time, features of show, and number of children should run smoothly for a successful party.
• References Who has this person previously worked for? Does he have any letters of recommendation? Anybody that you could call or email to inquire about their opinion of his act?
• Cost This will vary often with a performer's experience level. A person just starting out will charge less than a seasoned professional. In many larger cities, there are more entertainers to choose from and the rates may be more consistent. Some areas have heavy traffic especially on weekends. Some entertainers may charge more to go through these areas to get to your party due to needing leave much earlier than normal travel areas. If your party is at a park and the park charges an entrance fee, you should let the entertainer know this in advance to be financially prepared. Then reimburse the entertainer on arrival.

Step Three -Confirm Your Date:
When you have chosen the right entertainer for your event, make sure to get the Agreement in writing either by fax or email for promptness. You should look over the agreement to guarantee there are no errors or misunderstandings. You should expect to pay a small fee in advance to guarantee your desired date and time for the party. These days, most "real" business accept most major credit cards by phone or web. Your balance minus the advance pay could be asked for in cash on arrival or due within a week prior to your event by charging the remaining balance to your credit card. Print our your Confirmed Agreement and have handy on day of event. Keep the entertainers contact information handy and it would event be a good idea to enter the entertainers phone number on the cell phone with an assigned speed dial number for just in case you need to contact them on the day of the event.

Need more assistance, feel free to call (626) 289-8184 or email agaperabba.com

Serving all of Southern California with Birthday Party Entertainment www.agaperabba.com