February 29, 2012 – 9:00 am
Today’s a day we haven’t seen since 2008 – February 29th! Normally of course February only has 28 days, except for when it is a Leap Year, when one extra day is added. But it’s also a day full of strange traditions and legal oddities.
February 28, 2012 – 9:00 am
Oh, please do excuse me there for a moment… I was just having a quick snooze. Well, today is ‘Public Sleeping Day’ after all! That’s right, February 28th is traditionally the day to have a quick snooze somewhere other than your bed.
February 27, 2012 – 9:00 am
Birthday party loot bags are an essential part of any child’s birthday party, but the cost can easily be quite alarming. In this post we look at ways of lowering the cost of party bags by well over half.
February 24, 2012 – 9:00 am
A few days ago I described a really cool, completely impromptu and very puzzling magic trick which you can do easily next time you’re eating out. As promised I am now going to put you out of your misery and reveal the cunning secret to this fiendishly puzzling stunt.
By jarnold
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Posted in Party Tricks
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Tagged bar, betcha, burger, chip, magic, magic trick, magnet, McDonalds, sachet, sauce, tomato, trick
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February 22, 2012 – 3:32 pm
Well, it had to come around sometime soon, and what better time of year than a miserable, cold wet February weekday? Today is Margarita Day! Here to help you on your way are two Margarita cocktail recipes, including one non-alcoholic version, ideal for the designated driver!
February 20, 2012 – 9:00 am
Today, February 20th, is ‘Love Your Pet Day’. Yes, today is the day you can go all out to pamper your pooch, fuss your feline, love your lizard and treat your tortoise.
By jarnold
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Posted in Party Planning and Entertainment, Party Themes and Occasions
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Tagged animal, animals, cat, decorations, dog, farm, frog, horse, party, pet, pets, piñata, pony, tablecover, tortoise
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February 17, 2012 – 9:00 am
Like her or loathe her, today, February 17th, is Paris Hilton’s birthday and is also Ruth Rendell’s birthday. Here are a few ideas for parties inspired by these, rather contrasting women.
By jarnold
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Posted in Film and Movies, Interesting Party Facts, Party Planning and Entertainment, Party Themes and Occasions, Seasonal Parties
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Tagged 17, birthday, celebrity, February, Hilton, Hollywood, movie, murder, murder mystery, Oscar, Paris, Paris Hilton, party, pink, popcorn, Ruth Rendell
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February 16, 2012 – 9:00 am
I thought I’d share a really cool little trick which can be done almost anytime, anywhere, if you happen to have a sachet of sauce and a bottle of water. Let’s assume you’re in that burger place which has a large yellow ‘M’ above the door..!
By jarnold
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Posted in Party Tricks
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Tagged bar, betcha, burger, chip, MacDonalds, magic, magic trick, magnet, sachet, sauce, tomato, trick
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February 15, 2012 – 9:00 am
Today is the 448th birthday of Galileo Galilei, the well known scientist, mathematician, writer and astronomer. Most children have a fascination with the stars, planets and space in general, so here are some star themed ideas they’ll love.
By jarnold
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Posted in Interesting Party Facts, Party Games and Ideas, Party Themes and Occasions, Seasonal Parties
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Tagged bracelets, decorations, drums, Galilei, Galileo, glow, glow in the dark, guitar, music, party bag gift, rock, rock star, star, stars
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February 14, 2012 – 9:00 am
In the spirit of love and romance we thought it might be fun to have a look at a few forgotten facts and traditions which centre around February 14th and St Valentine.
By jarnold
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Posted in Party Themes and Occasions, Seasonal Parties
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Tagged 14th, card, cards, February, love, marriage, marry, romance, tradition, Valentines
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