Parties Archives - Page 2 of 2

Sparkling Birthday Lemonade

Heidi Billotto,

Sparkling homemade lemonade makes for a colorful and refreshing treat.

Double Up on Fun: Host a Dual Birthday Party

Malia Jacobson,

Pair parties for more excitement and less work.

7 Goody Bag Ideas

Laura Amann,

Easy alternatives to goodie bag trinkets and candy.

4 Fabulous Birthday Party Themes

Michele Huggins,

Four local moms share tips for budgeting, planning, creativity and how to make the parties special.

Birthday Parties for Babies

Penny Warner,

Tips and ideas for throwing a birthday party for a little one.

How to Make Your Child's Birthday Special When it Falls in the Middle of the Week

Tania K. Cowling,

Honoring your child's birthday as a family.

10 Birthday Party Gifts Under $10

Katie Toussaint,

Does it seem you're scrambling to get a birthday gift wrapped and ready to go? Here are some ideas for fun gifts that won't break the bank.

Birthday Party Entertainment: Tips to Finding the Right Entertainer

Lorena O'Connor,

Don't panic at the prospect of amusing a group of kids at your child's birthday party. Instead, hire an entertainer.

Birthdays that Benefit: Sharing Cake, Candles and Care

Janet Cooper Haas,

Birthday Blessings brings joy and support to homeless children and families through birthday celebrations and more.

Local Moms Share Their Birthday Party Pet Peeves

Charlotte Parent Readers,

Recently, we asked our readers about what bugs them at birthday parties. Here's what they said!

It bugs moms when...

Birthday Party Ideas: Pirate & Scavenger Hunt Fun

Kelly Yale,

Is your son seeking a fun birthday party with his pals, or is your daughter wishing for a cool and exciting way to celebrate her big day with her friends? We have two easy party themes for you that are sure to be a hit and keep kids active and on the hunt.

Men Join in Fun at Baby Showers

Sheila Mulrooney Eldred,

Couples showers are gaining in popularity and transforming traditional, frilly all-female gatherings into gatherings that both male and female parents-to-be find enjoyable -- and often quite meaningful.

Birthday Party Guests: How Many Is Too Many?

Kelly Yale,

Like most children, my son, Ryan, was discussing his dream birthday party for months leading up to the actual event. He was certain that he wanted a Spiderman theme and ice cream sundaes in lieu of a birthday cake. He wished to fill our backyard with pools and waterslides and have all of his friends there. Everything seemed simple enough until we started the guest list.

Birthday Party Do's and Don’t's: A Parent’s Refresher on Party Etiquette

Penny Warner,

Parties are the spice of life – a time to gather with friends, laugh, talk, play games and enjoy one another’s company. Still, there are some rules of etiquette when it comes to hosting or attending a party that you need to be aware of. Here are some tips for handling common party concerns to make sure you and your child are invited back!