"MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS AT A BLOCK PARTY" >Page 1, 2
Suggested Activities
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Invite the local police and fire departments to visit and give safety demonstrations and tours of their vehicles.
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Organize contests such as a dance contest; a food-eating contest; three-legged races; potato sack races; basketball shooting contests; volleyball tournament.
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Kick off the day with a parade comprised of floats for the little children and a dressed up bike parade for the older ones.
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Hire a clown or magician to entertain the children with balloon sculptures, magic and face painting.
Don't Forget
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Nametags - yes they're goofy, but it's a lot easier than trying to remember everyone's names or doing self-introductions.
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A bullhorn if there will be organized contests and activities.
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Tubs with ice for chilling beverages.
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Coolers for storing perishable foods. Store meats separate from other food to protect against contamination.
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Clean up when you're done!
Quantity
Recipe Collections
Peggy Trowbridge, About Guide to Home Cooking, has assembled a fabulous
collection of links to recipes for large quantities.
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