It's A Party-ful Life!
Planning a graduation open house for your favorite grad?
Look no further ~you will find tips,ideas, and helpful links for casual and formal invitations, graduation announcements, decorations, activities, party favors (and diy party favors), how-to grad card box, and menu ideas ~everything you will need for a party they will not soon forget!
Location Ideas:
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local parks often have pavillions with picnic tables. (They also have tennis courts, etc.. )
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country clubs
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banquet halls
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your home
Note: Allow at least 4 months prior to reserve space..graduations, reunions, showers, and receptions usually take place during the summer months so space is usually limited.
Graduations
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Hire a photobooth company to take fun photos of guests and a take home souvenir too! Like this one.
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Make a scrapbook for the graduate. Start the book with baby pictures and all through school, with photos of friends and family, as well as, sports, awards, and activities. On the last pages, include what the graduate's aspirations and college plans are. Display on the gift table for all to enjoy.
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Videotape the party! They will have a keepsake to treasure and to share with others later.
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Decorate a box with an opening for cards for guests to put cards for the graduate.
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Hire a fortune teller or caricature artist for a unique and fun activity.
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Ask a friend or family member to take candid photos during the party. Then -- add pages to your scrapbook later with photos from the party!
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Set up volleyball, or croquet for all to play.
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Set a child's mini pool on top of a table and fill with ice. Place bowls of salads on top of ice to keep cool throughout the party.
Graduation Open House Invitations and Announcements:
Many recipe websites have suggested menu items for a graduation open house. Here are a few of our favorites: