VoiceQuilts are created for many special occasions. Over the years, we’ve shipped many birthday keepsakes for 70th, 80th, 90th and even 100th birthdays. Our gift givers tell us of unique requirements to celebrate these milestone birthdays. Here are their top tips: 1.) Choose a date early. If friends or family live far away, choose a party date at least a month in advance. That way, everyone that has to travel can make appropriate hotel accommodations and secure inexpensive flights.
2.) Think “Day”. Brunches are nice because they can be casual and leave the afternoon open for the birthday boy or girl to relax from the event. And if there are many traveling, you may want to consider the event on a Saturday as opposed to Friday or Sunday, both heavy days for weekend travelers.
3.) Remember Access. If there are older guests attending, you need to choose a wheelchair-friendly facility. Wide hallways and easily accessible bathrooms are critical.
4.) Mellow Music. Pick relatively quiet music to set the party mood. Remember that guests with hearing issues may have trouble socializing if noise levels (or echoes) are high.
5.) Encourage Participation. One enterprising VoiceQuilt gift giver asked each guest to bring a favorite photo for a scrapbook. You can even also ask guests to help create the scrapbook there and then: have each each guest insert their photo and write an quick comment or inscription.
Another version of this is asking party guests to sign the matte frame for a photo – or the border of a poster - featuring the birthday celebrant, of course.
If Mom or Dad struggle with memory issues, you might consider this tea party idea here.
One final thought. Some parents “don’t want the fuss” of a big party. They struggle with health issues or prefer celebrating out of the spotlight. In that case, we recommend a VoiceQuilt Keepsake Box, of course. The collage of voice message memories and tributes is similar to the toasts given by party guests after a long and joyful meal.
Need a few more party planning ideas? Check out these links here. http://www.homeandgardenideas.com/entertaining/birthday-parties/adult-birthdays/90th-birthday-party-ideas http://www.zimbio.com/Birthdays+Party/articles/QzvT1qAeAcy/90th+Birthday+Party+Ideas+90th+Birthday+Gift http://www.livestrong.com/article/232100-how-to-plan-a-birthday-party-for-a-90-year-old-dad/ http://www.ehow.com/way_5297822_gift-ideas-th-birthday.html
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