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Event Management

Notes Place all details from address of hotel to everyday schedule on the website of company.
Distribute brochures among invitees.
Note down the schedule of workshop.

Start finalizing everything one by from guest list to food menu.
Give instructions to volunteers and staff members.
Arrange some entertainment stuff for guests.
Handover different responsibilities to concerned people by providing them with every
minute detail.
Check out your entire checklist in order to determine whether anything is left out or not.

7.9 Birthday Party Planning

Birthday party planning is different for people with different age groups. When you are planning
party for elders you can find change in basic things like music, activities, food, decoration, etc.
For the age group of above 50 the inviting songs would be those which relates to 60’s and
70’s.

For the age group of above 20 songs would be absolutely rocking.
Again the selection of music also depends on the theme of party.

If the theme is retro, then everything from costume, decoration to music will get changed.
Good decoration creates proper ambiance so never compromise on the overall look of
birthday party.
It’s your child birthday when you want to make him or her feel special. How will you do
that? By throwing some party for them but are you aware of organizing birthday parties.
Birthday parties come with complete package of fun as this is what kids always look for.
Now first you have to decide whether you want party to be at your residence or want to
select some another venue. Answer to this depends on your budget. Parties at home can
also be made rocking and that on other places like resorts, restaurants, etc can also be
made rocking.
Here are some of the things which you need to consider while carrying on with birthday party
planning:
1. Budget for party: Depending on your budget of party, activities like gaming, food, etc can
be carried out. According to budget prepare the list of things to be done in the party and
get the estimated cost. After getting estimate amount you can add things or deduct
unnecessary expenses. Good food adds to the charm of party so whether you are arranging
party for your child or for grandparents, see to it that delicious food is served.
2. Food to be served: Menu of food depends on person for whom you are throwing party.
Along with different eatables make arrangements for beverages as people of all age like
to have cold drinks. In case you are arranging party for kid then make sure there are
enough number of tissue papers, napkins, disposable glasses, plates, etc present in the
party. Also do not forget to add favorite dish of your kid.

3. Entertainment related activities: If the party is thrown for kids then there must be
entertainment related activities like magic shows, fancy dress competition, etc. In case of
elders you can arrange for some dance, singing competition, games, etc. If the theme of

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