This summer we found many block parties that had Intex pop up pools. They are not expensive and have a huge variety of sizes. They come complete with filter, and larger sizes come with ladders, cleaning kits, volley ball sets and much more. This is the best addition to recent block parties that we have seen. I give it 4 1/2 stars. We found them cheaper on amazon than the manufactures site. Free shipping is also available. We purchases a 6500 gallon pool for under $500 complete and use it almost every day. We were the top stop on our block party. enjoy it and be safe
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Friday, July 22, 2011
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Summer Heat at the block party
Block parties in the summer months can be really hot and you need to provide plenty of fluids for your guest as well as a place to cool off. We found these misting fans to be a great addition to a block party event.
on top of this, if the block does not have any blow up water slides you might want to get an inexpensive kiddie pool that's hours of fun for the kids
or
remember that sitting in the sun for 6+ hours can take a toll on the body and even more if you are drinking alcohol.
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on top of this, if the block does not have any blow up water slides you might want to get an inexpensive kiddie pool that's hours of fun for the kids
or
remember that sitting in the sun for 6+ hours can take a toll on the body and even more if you are drinking alcohol.
www.TheBlockPartyHome.com
Friday, April 9, 2010
Tips for setting up a block party
Here are some personal tips on getting a block party started.
First I would come up with 2 or 3 different days to have it and leave at least 1 to 1 1/2 months to plan. You don't want to ask each neighbor a day you will have to many.
1)You will need to survey your neighbors to see if there is any interest.
a) you can simply walk door to door
b) you can send a mailing
c) you can use a party planning service
At this point you also find out which of the 2 or 3 days you choose is better for your neighbors.
2) Once you compile a list of "yes" or no" it is time to decide what the majority
wants. I would say if 70% of the block says yes, then go forward.
3) The next step is to find out if your local township or government requires a permit.
You can call you local town or check here on our site to see if a permit is available for free.
PERMIT AREA click here to open a new page
4) Most towns require you to collect signatures from your neighbors to show participation and approve the street to be closed on that day. This is your opportunity to go back to all neighbors, collect signatures, go over the date that majority wants, survey them to find a what kind of activities they would like on the block that day, and get a head count. You may also want to collect some money at this point because the whole block shares in all expenses like DJ, entertainers, Inflatable Rides, ETC. Let them know the figure can go up or down and you will get estimates and SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS.
5) At this point it is time to shop around for your activities and entertainment. You can ask friends, search in phone books, or look online.
At TheBlockPartyHome.Com we have growing list of DJ's, clowns, magicians, other entertainers, pony rides, inflatable rides, food, portable toilet rentals and more.
CLICK HERE TO GET A LIST OF VENDORS ON THIS SITE
6) At this point you should have a list with prices of at least 3 companies in each category you plan to have (DJ, clown, magician, slides Etc. Get the total cost for the block sharing expense and see it figure fits into everyone's budget.
You may need to collect more money at this time before you book so you don't get stuck with a big out of pocket expense.
7) By now, you should have collected signatures and mailed back the form to your town. .
You should have a set date
You should have a head count
You should have a budget
You should know what activities you will have and booked them
Now you can almost relax. Almost there is more.
8) About a week before the block party, call your vendors to make sure they are still coming. If they can't you will need to get new entertainment.
Continue speaking with your neighbors and start giving task if you would like
MORNING OF PARTY DAY:
Have all neighbors move cars off the block. There is going to be a lot going on
plus you will have lots of kids riding bikes, ponies, and other things. You don't want to hurt them or damage your cars.
You might want to confirm one more time with your hired vendors.
You will need to close your street. (We have road blocks and caution tape in our party store).
Start setting up tables, chairs, games, BBQ's and HAVE FUN.....
Other things to consider
1) See if your town can send a street sweeper the day before to clean your block
2) Hold a 50/50 raffle at the party. The is a great way to make back some money for the party or
put the money towards next years party.
What you do is get some raffle tickets ( you can find them in our party store). Mid day at your party, start walking up and down the
block selling tickets. Most parties do 1 ticket for $1.00, 6 tickets for $5.00 and 12 for $10. At the end of the party you pick a winner. The money in the pot is split between the winner and the block. (check the legality of this in your township)
3) Invite lots of friends and family to spend the day. Have each person bring a food dish, dessert, or drink to the party to share in the festivities
4) If there is left over money in the blocks budget, you might want to open a checking account and title it "annual block party account"
It is safe, you get records of transactions and checks to give to vendors.
www.TheBlockPartyHome.com
First I would come up with 2 or 3 different days to have it and leave at least 1 to 1 1/2 months to plan. You don't want to ask each neighbor a day you will have to many.
1)You will need to survey your neighbors to see if there is any interest.
a) you can simply walk door to door
b) you can send a mailing
c) you can use a party planning service
At this point you also find out which of the 2 or 3 days you choose is better for your neighbors.
2) Once you compile a list of "yes" or no" it is time to decide what the majority
wants. I would say if 70% of the block says yes, then go forward.
3) The next step is to find out if your local township or government requires a permit.
You can call you local town or check here on our site to see if a permit is available for free.
PERMIT AREA click here to open a new page
4) Most towns require you to collect signatures from your neighbors to show participation and approve the street to be closed on that day. This is your opportunity to go back to all neighbors, collect signatures, go over the date that majority wants, survey them to find a what kind of activities they would like on the block that day, and get a head count. You may also want to collect some money at this point because the whole block shares in all expenses like DJ, entertainers, Inflatable Rides, ETC. Let them know the figure can go up or down and you will get estimates and SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS.
5) At this point it is time to shop around for your activities and entertainment. You can ask friends, search in phone books, or look online.
At TheBlockPartyHome.Com we have growing list of DJ's, clowns, magicians, other entertainers, pony rides, inflatable rides, food, portable toilet rentals and more.
CLICK HERE TO GET A LIST OF VENDORS ON THIS SITE
6) At this point you should have a list with prices of at least 3 companies in each category you plan to have (DJ, clown, magician, slides Etc. Get the total cost for the block sharing expense and see it figure fits into everyone's budget.
You may need to collect more money at this time before you book so you don't get stuck with a big out of pocket expense.
7) By now, you should have collected signatures and mailed back the form to your town. .
You should have a set date
You should have a head count
You should have a budget
You should know what activities you will have and booked them
Now you can almost relax. Almost there is more.
8) About a week before the block party, call your vendors to make sure they are still coming. If they can't you will need to get new entertainment.
Continue speaking with your neighbors and start giving task if you would like
MORNING OF PARTY DAY:
Have all neighbors move cars off the block. There is going to be a lot going on
plus you will have lots of kids riding bikes, ponies, and other things. You don't want to hurt them or damage your cars.
You might want to confirm one more time with your hired vendors.
You will need to close your street. (We have road blocks and caution tape in our party store).
Start setting up tables, chairs, games, BBQ's and HAVE FUN.....
Other things to consider
1) See if your town can send a street sweeper the day before to clean your block
2) Hold a 50/50 raffle at the party. The is a great way to make back some money for the party or
put the money towards next years party.
What you do is get some raffle tickets ( you can find them in our party store). Mid day at your party, start walking up and down the
block selling tickets. Most parties do 1 ticket for $1.00, 6 tickets for $5.00 and 12 for $10. At the end of the party you pick a winner. The money in the pot is split between the winner and the block. (check the legality of this in your township)
3) Invite lots of friends and family to spend the day. Have each person bring a food dish, dessert, or drink to the party to share in the festivities
4) If there is left over money in the blocks budget, you might want to open a checking account and title it "annual block party account"
It is safe, you get records of transactions and checks to give to vendors.
www.TheBlockPartyHome.com
The Start
As the owner of www.theblockpartyhome.com and what some call an expert in the block party area, I have decided to help others as there is very little on the web with 100% focus on Block Parties.
I love to spend time with my neighbors, and through the years I have met so many people and got many new friends. Our block is 11 years in a row with a block party that keeps growing. It is the event of the year that people can't wait to come.
I look forward to sharing some tips and helping others to start up this great activity
THE ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY
check out our site
www.TheBlockPartyHome.com
I love to spend time with my neighbors, and through the years I have met so many people and got many new friends. Our block is 11 years in a row with a block party that keeps growing. It is the event of the year that people can't wait to come.
I look forward to sharing some tips and helping others to start up this great activity
THE ANNUAL BLOCK PARTY
check out our site
www.TheBlockPartyHome.com
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