Steps To Plan The Best Graduation Party

Graduation season is here! After the diplomas are handed out comes the fun part, the party! This is a guide for the graduates in your life. We will cover all of the things you need in order to impress your guests. Here are our essential steps for planning a memorable party for yourself or the grad in your life.

Food Preparation

Food is at the epicenter of every great graduation party. If you plan on cooking yourself, understand that this will be a full-time endeavor, leaving you with little else to do throughout the course of the function, so plan accordingly. Alternatively, catering can be a great option. Pizza restaurants offer brick oven trucks that can churn out pizzas all night, staffed by employees of the restaurant. Taco trucks can make the party as well. Regardless of your plan, ensure the right amount of tasty food is provided for the number of guests you plan on having.

Activities

A tasty menu of graduation libations is complimented well by a smattering of lawn games. This will give young and old guests time to play around instead of standing around. Spike Ball, Ladder Ball, KanJam, and Bocce are always crowd favorites. For homemade options, consider a game of washers, cornhole, or horseshoes! Cards are welcome as well, and if there is a sporting event local to your area airing on television, consider bringing a TV outside if you can.

Décor

This one is all in the eye of the beholder. But we will say more doesn’t necessarily mean better. We are always fans of simple balloons on the mailbox out front. Decor is a great way to spruce up your party.

Considerations

It is important to remember your neighbors! Ensure the music is not obnoxiously loud or explicit. Let those around you know what your plans are. Make arrangements for parking ahead of time, perhaps contacting your local police to get permits.

Gift Giving

Make it known ahead of time what the expectations are. Are your guests expected to bring a gift for the grad or just enjoy a nice evening? Make that known to avoid any dissonance.

Responsible Drinking

Please have some sort of system in place to prevent minors from getting hold of any drinks they should not have. Also, arrange for taxi services for guests who you believe should not be driving home. This is an unfortunate reality of these types of events, but being prepared can help remove some of this anxiety.

Book Your Graduation Party With Art Of The Event In New England

Congratulations to the 2024 graduates! If you plan on throwing a party to celebrate, keep in mind some of these steps and you are bound for success! If planning a party is too much to handle, event planning with Art of the Event is here! Let us plan your graduation event. Call us at 781-670-9292 or fill out our contact form.

Spring Party Ideas In 2024

Nothing builds stronger bonds than embracing the beauty of spring with a touch of uniqueness when you have a get-together. Whether it is an outdoor picnic or a mini indoor gathering, it doesn’t matter. Inspire your friends and family with the best spring party ideas in 2024 that align with the latest trends. This guide has the best spring party ideas for you. Read on to amaze your loved ones and guests with delightful springtime parties.

Begin with Originality

It is okay to borrow ideas from events you attended in the past, but don’t mimic their concepts. You will likely get one or two highlights to direct your steps to creating a unique theme for your event. In addition to this, you can check social media for more ideas to make your program one of the best for your guests. It is worth mentioning that the type of party you intend to organize directs your steps. For example, corporate parties should have an event name that gives the visitor a picture of what to expect.

Touches of Creativity

Next, be creative when setting out the activities for your spring party. Many party planners get it all wrong by wanting to nail it from the start. No, don’t be one of them. Include programs that make everyone get into the event frame. A good example is planning some jokes around the party theme to make people laugh and get into a fun mood. It comes in handy to get rid of every element of boredom in your party.

Friends of the High Line Spring Benefit

For 2024, The Friends of the High Line’s Spring Benefit offers a stylish and distinctive spring party concept. This event provides attendees with a unique experience amid the stunning setting of blooming flowers and breathtaking city vistas. It was held in the elevated High Line Park in New York City. It unites celebration with generosity to further the High Line’s goal of transforming urban areas into lively, green havens.

The Buzzworthy Bee-Themed Brunch

A fun and imaginative spring party idea for 2024 is the Buzzworthy Bee-Themed Brunch. This brunch honors bees’ vital role in pollinating flowers and maintaining ecosystems, making it ideal for both nature and food lovers. Guests are taken to a quaint spring oasis teeming with vitality and excitement. This event can be in an outdoor garden setting or a venue with colorful floral decor and bee-themed elements.

Cherry Blossoms

A themed celebration inspired by the famous cherry blossoms is a great way to get your party going. This dreamy event theme perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the season. It represents a celebration of renewal that allows visitors to experience the captivating glory of spring. For this theme, use delicate pink petals to cover the venue, representing the beauty of the blooms.

Contact Art of the Event For Your Next Spring Event In New England

There are countless ways to create magical and unforgettable springtime events that honor the season’s beauty. Remember that uniqueness, inventiveness, and attention to detail are essential to making it memorable. Art of the Event’s proficiency in organizing and carrying out events in all of New England allows them to offer insightful advice, helpful tools, and encouragement to make your spring celebration successful. Our founding partners boast over 25 years of experience in special event planning, event design, and production services. Contact Art of the Event through our contact form or call us at 781-670-9292.

Spreading Joy with Power of Flowers

By: Cierra Dubinsky & Alanna Lynch

man looking at flowers

The positive effects of flowers are immeasurable; they can brighten up a room, someone’s mood, and promote healing. They offer vibrant colors, fragrant smells, and a small reminder of the beauty of the world around us. Flowers are a celebration, and naturally, an important part of what we do at Art of the Event Inc.

Our florists are passionate about creating arrangements that perfectly capture the essence of whatever event they are featured at. But what happens to these fresh flowers when the event is over? Most companies and venues simply discard them without a second thought. We at Art of the Event Inc. want to avoid waste and spread as much happiness as possible; that’s why we’ve partnered with the Power of Flowers Project, founded by Joyce Bellefeuille.

two ladies behind bouquets

Located in Tewksbury MA and home to 75 volunteers, the Power of Flowers project takes lightly used flowers from events and services and delivers replenished bouquets to anyone who needs a smile. In their own words, they are “one small effort to reuse something beautiful and bring joy to others.”

bouquets of flowers

Not only does this project better the lives of surrounding communities, but it is done in a sustainable fashion. The Power of Flowers “renews and refreshes gently used flowers, recycled from weddings, banquets, business conferences, memorial services—any event where flowers are left behind or tossed in the trash while they are still fresh.” By reusing flowers, they are saving land, money, and water used to grow and maintain new flowers!

Art of the Event Inc. is thrilled to be donating to this admirable project. Every time flowers or centerpieces return to our warehouse, they find new homes with Power of Flowers. Want to help the Power of Flowers flourish even more? Click here to contribute! “Making a difference, one flower at a time.”