Found 6 posts tagged as "Entertaining"
Sleepovers are a favourite way to celebrate a child’s birthday and other special occasions. Since the last thing kids want to do at slumber party is sleep, you’ll want to plan a bunch of exciting activities to tire them out. With these imaginative party ideas you can throw a great bash without spending a lot of cash. While mom and dad may lose sleep, at least it won’t be over the price.
- Save on party supplies. Get the party started with invitations, plates, napkins, and decorations in bright colours and cool designs. Check out the Walmart flyer on Flyerland.ca for outstanding prices.
- Choose a fun theme. Wake up the celebration by choosing an entertaining theme like Academy Award Night. Roll out the red carpet, have guests dress in their Hollywood best, watch Oscar winning films and decorate with gold and glittering stars. Or select another popular theme like Lost, Twilight or Canadian Idol—it’s fun to get creative! Michael’s has all of your theme-party supplies.
 A family reunion is a wonderful way to stay in touch with your entire family from near and far. You may think it’s expensive to get the whole gang together, but there are lots of options for hosting this special occasion to suit every budget. Whether this is an annual event or the first time you’re planning a gathering with all your relatives, these ideas will make your reunion an event to remember…and you won’t have to spend your children’s inheritance.
- Reserve a spot. Determine how many relatives will be attending and choose an appropriate venue—a park, local hall, restaurant or someone’s home. When choosing a public park, contact your local parks and recreation office to find out if you require a permit. Take advantage of summer sales, and stock up all your outdoor entertaining needs at the Bay, Sears or Walmart.
- Divide and conquer. Planning a family reunion can be a lot of work, so get all the relatives involved. Ask people to handle different responsibilities like food, accommodations, games and more. Create an agenda for the day or weekend, but be flexible too—the idea is to relax and have fun!
- Camp out. If your reunion is a weekend affair, people will need a place to sleep. Look for bargains on tents, sleeping bags and flashlights in the Canadian Tire flyer on Flyerland.ca. The kids will love camping out with their cousins, although they may not get much sleep!
 Pool parties are a traditional summer event everyone enjoys. You want to make a splash at your soirée with lots of fantastic food, drinks, and festivities. But you’re concerned the cash will run through your fingers like water. With these eight great ideas your pool party can be the hottest—and coolest—of the season without draining your savings.
- Plan a theme pool party. A fun theme can make an ordinary pool party extraordinary! Plan a luau with leis and grass skirts, a Hollywood party with everyone dressed as their favourite celebrity, or a seventies theme complete with teased hair and colourful loungewear. Choose popular beach music or tunes inspired by your theme. Stores including Michaels and Fabricland have all your party crafting supplies to make fun and memorable costumes.
- Prepare an imaginative menu. Grilling up burgers and hotdogs is great for the kids. But to make your celebration extra-special, cook up creative cuisine—you’ll find recipes online or in-store featuring fish, chicken, pork and more. Complete the menu with salads and sides, and don’t forget cold, sweet treats for dessert. Check out the Loblaws and Save-On-Foods flyers on Flyerland.ca is full of super ideas and savings.
- Design your own drinks. Create cocktails with entertaining or exotic names to match the theme of your party. Stock up on mixes and pop—it’s a good idea to have plenty of non-alcoholic drinks on hand. See the Metro and Food Basics flyers on Flyerland.ca for beverage bargains.
 The eyes of the world are on South Africa where players from around the globe are competing in the World Cup of Soccer until July 11. As a multi-cultural country, Canadians from coast to coast are cheering on their favourite teams. But gathering with fans in local pubs and restaurants to watch all the action can get pretty pricey. With these tips you can get a kick out of the World Cup without receiving a red card for spending.
- Sport your team’s colours. There’s no better way to show support for your team than to outfit yourself in their colours and apparel. Check the Zellers flyer on Flyerland.ca for deals on jerseys, hats, flags for your car and more.
- Cheer on your team. The little ones can get involved in the World Cup excitement by making colourful and creative signs to support your family’s favourite team. See the Michael’s flyer on Flyerland.ca for all the supplies you need at championship savings.
 The smoky
scent of sizzling steaks and juicy burgers grilled to perfection means barbecue
season is here at last! And there is no better time to get out and get grilling
than the Victoria Day holiday. But if celebrating the long weekend with a BBQ
party seems like a lot of work, read on. These tasty tips will make it fun,
easy and affordable to plan a party your friends will be talking about all
summer long.
- Finish yard work early. Victoria Day weekend is the traditional
time for planting, opening the pool and dusting off the patio furniture.
Plan to complete your yard cleanup early so you can relax and enjoy the
rest of the long weekend.
- Shop for delicious deals. Plan your BBQ party by visiting Flyerland.ca
to view the flyers for all your favourite stores like Metro and Sobey’s. Fill
your freezer with grilling greats, and be sure to stock-up on condiments,
beverages and other staples as well. For a new twist on old barbecue
favourites, indulge in the many gourmet grilling sauces and marinades.
 It’s your child’s birthday and time to celebrate! These days kids’ parties are becoming more and more extravagant…which can sometimes come with a huge price tag. But planning a fun and original event with an awesome activity and all the trimmings doesn’t have to be stressful or expensive. With these tips you can give your little one the party of their dreams…and the best gift of all is the memories you’ll make, and the money you’ll save.
- Try unique, affordable activities. Many party places cater to children’s special interests including indoor play centres, gymnastics, dance, science, sports and more. If your child loves animals, a PJ’s Pets party is a unique idea. Or try a cooking party at Real Canadian Superstores—the best part is, there’s no mess to clean up.
- Clip coupons for party places. Check online for coupon deals to the most popular entertainment venues. Flyerland.ca is the perfect place to start your search. If you plan your party during the week, you could save over higher weekend rates.
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