Get the Best Winter Activities
—Use photos as party favors. At the beginning of the party, take a digital group photo of the birthday child and guests. Arrange in advance to have a helper sneak away to the computer and print out the pictures before the party is over. Then slide copies of the photo into inexpensive paper frames for guests to take home as a party favor.
—Hiring a professional clown or magician can make for a special party. You can also ask a friend with a special talent (a potter, gourmet cook or musician) to do demonstrations or lead the kids in fun learning activities.
—Party food for youngsters can be tricky. Mid-afternoon is a great time to plan your child’s party. Serving only cake and ice cream is a practical solution since the kids have already eaten lunch and it is too early for dinner. If you want to serve more, light finger foods (pretzels, popcorn, fruit slices) should suffice.
