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10 Non-Traditional Ways to Celebrate Thanksgiving in 2021

11/9/2021

 
Blog by Sarah Biekert, Punctuation Prodigy
​Local regulations have changed significantly since Thanksgiving last year (with a bit of back-and-forth). We know many of you aren’t ready for a big indoor gathering this year. We’re big fans of finding a way to celebrate no matter what – so here are 10 non-traditional ways to observe Thanksgiving 2021.
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​1. Share a meal with a neighbor. This isn’t a new tradition, but it’s especially suited to this year. Many of your older and/or immunocompromised neighbors have been spending lots of time alone for the past year and a half. And, let’s face it – most of us, whether we live alone or not, could use some extra kindness these days. What better way to cheer someone up than to bring over a warm Thanksgiving dinner plate?

​2. Share a meal with a stranger. The pandemic has also been especially isolating for those who are homeless. If you have qualms about giving out cash, why not share a warm meal instead? Prepare a few extra plates this year, and give them to others in need.  

3. Drive-by decorations. To share some holiday cheer with anyone who drives by, consider decorating your yard or home exterior for Thanksgiving. Purchase your own decorations for a DIY project, or hire a company like Card My Yard for decoration and cleanup services. You can even order decorations for a loved one’s yard! Card My Yard Wellington serves Fort Collins, Laporte, Windsor, Timnath, and Wellington; Card My Yard Greeley serves Greeley, Evans, Windsor, Severance, Johnstown, Milliken, Eaton, and Loveland.  
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4. Video call with built-in games. New video-call apps are multifunctional. Developed with the pandemic in mind, apps like Bunch and WAVE allow you to video chat while playing real-time screen games with participants. Game options range from family-friendly classics like Uno and Scrabble to video games like Call of Duty.

5. Or...play a board game on video with friends and family. If figuring out a new app sounds more like a chore than good entertainment, use the video platform you’re most comfortable with and play with a real board and cards. Make sure the other participant has the same game available. Bingo is an easy video call game for all ages; simply take turns calling. You can even find Thanksgiving-themed Bingo games.

6. Simultaneous movie night. Cue up a Thanksgiving film or favorite holiday movie while on the phone with a friend (make sure to press play at the same time!) or use an app like Teleparty (previously Netflix Party) that synchronizes video playback for a group and adds a group chat (compatible with Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and HBO.  

7. Send thank-you notes.
Thank-you notes aren’t just for Christmas and birthdays. Take some time to consider the people you are thankful to have in your life, and make Thanksgiving an opportunity to show them how much you appreciate them. Show gratitude for friends, family, coworkers, and your neighborhood trash pickup workers and postal workers. A handwritten note is always extra meaningful.

8. Recipe exchange. Switch things up a bit this year by adding someone else’s favorite recipe to your Thanksgiving meal. Before the holiday, swap a recipe with a friend or family member who won’t be at your house for Thanksgiving. Each participant cooks the other’s recipe – extra fun if you’re on a video call while you’re doing it. You may just find a new favorite recipe.
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​9. Outdoor games. Colorado weather permitting, let the family burn some energy (or calories) with outdoor games. Outdoor air circulation means you can invite the neighbors over, too. Games like cornhole, Badminton, horseshoes, and charades are fun for adults and kids.  

​10. Surprise someone with their very own parade.
Cooped up grandparents and at-risk family and friends will love watching from the front porch as you drive by in decorated cars or strut down the sidewalk (in full costume, of course). Share some Thanksgiving cheer with those who aren’t comfortable with or able to leave the house this year.  
Happy Thanksgiving from the My Big Day team!
 
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Celebrating Our Own Big Days

11/6/2021

 
Congratulations to MBD's own Carrie and Kathy.
Carrie is celebrating an engagement! Kathy is celebrating a BIG birthday!
​We gathered together to surprise them this week and shower them with some love!

10 Tips to Party Safely

9/23/2021

 
At My Big Day Marketing & Events, event safety is important to us. As an all-women team, some of us have experienced firsthand dangerous situations – and even sexual assault – at parties. While we’re all about fun, everyone needs to feel safe to enjoy themselves.
 
As we enter the holiday party season, here are some tips for both men and women to celebrate safely.
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1. Use the buddy system. If you’re going with a large group, divide into pairs so each person is responsible for one other. It’s much easier to keep track of one person after a few drinks than to try to remember who you came with and be sure everyone is accounted for. So buddy up, and look out for your partner throughout the night. Make a plan for how you’ll get home at the end of the night, and don’t leave until your partner is accounted for.
 
2. Never leave drinks unattended. It takes less than a second for someone to slip a substance into your drink without your knowledge, and date rape drugs are designed to be odorless, tasteless, and colorless. Don’t trust that your friend or acquaintance watched your drink the whole time you were in the bathroom or getting some fresh air.
 
3. Don’t accept drinks from others. For the same reasons you should never leave your drink unattended, you also should not accept drinks from others. This includes your friends, who may have set the drink down and inadvertently given someone else the chance to add unwanted substances to it. Likewise, don’t drink from communal containers.
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4. Maintain situational awareness. Be aware of your surroundings. This is easier said than done when you’ve been drinking, which is why it’s important to utilize the buddy system and pace your consumption.
 
5. Keep an emergency kit with you. Have a small kit with your ID, phone, keys, and cash or credit card that you can keep on you at all times. Do not set this down or keep it in a loose pocket. If you have space, a phone charger or backup battery is also a good idea.
 
6. Eat and drink (water) first, and throughout the night. Not only will this give you energy to get through the night, it will lessen the negative impacts of drinking alcohol.
 
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​7. Set limits and pace yourself. Decide before you start drinking how many drinks you plan to have. Keep a tally on your phone or have a sober buddy keep track for you. Picking a number and having someone keep you accountable are the easiest ways to keep your intoxicated self from having “just one more.”
 
8. Avoid conflicts. Small arguments can escalate quickly into physical altercations with alcohol in the mix. If someone tries to provoke you, walk away and do not engage them. If you’re being harassed, it’s time to leave, but make sure to leave with a group.
 
9. Trust your gut. Sometimes your gut knows more than you do. If a situation feels “off” or uncomfortable, don’t hesitate to leave. It doesn’t matter if you just arrived, or if the party is ending in just a few minutes. It’s never too early or too late. Put your safety first.
 
10. Avoid alcohol. If you’re in an unfamiliar place and surrounded by strangers, skip the booze. You will be more alert and aware of what’s going on around you. Drinking is best reserved for when you’re with a group of people you know and trust.
 
Put yourself first, and get home safe this holiday season. Our team looks forward to celebrating safely with you for many years to come. Get in touch now and let us plan your next event!
 
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Celebrating 4th of July in Northern Colorado

7/1/2021

 
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While the world may be opening up after a year of isolation, fire season in Northern Colorado is forcing another alteration in many July 4th plans.
There aren't very many fireworks displays planned to honor our nation's Independence, but that doesn't mean that there aren't other entertainment options!
We've pulled together a list of 4th of July festivities for families and people of all ages. Make your holiday weekend plans here:

Fort Collins
  • FireKracker 5K - A scenic, flat and fast running course through Fort Collins City Park, 5:30 am https://local.aarp.org/event/firekracker-5k-2021-07-04-fort-collins-co.html
  • Old-Fashioned Fourth of July at the 1879 Avery House - Celebrate an old-fashioned Fourth of July at the Avery House. Admission is free., 10:00 am - 2:00 pm http://poudrelandmarks.org/events/2021/7/4/old-fashioned-fourth-of-july-at-the-1879-avery-house
  • Liberty Marches On -- Fort Collins Symphony at Holiday Twin Drive-In Theater - The Fort Collins Symphony will present a concert before movies under the stars. https://www.visitftcollins.com/event/liberty-marches-on-fort-collins-symphony-july-4th-concert/22781/
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Loveland
  • Loveland Liberty 5K - This hybrid race begins on July 4th and runs through the 15th. https://www.trisignup.com/Race/73812/Sponsor/234295
  • Fireworks at The Ranch - Fireworks will begin at 9:15 pm while patriotic music will be played by Big Rob on local radio station 96.1 FM. This is a Drive-In fireworks show. https://www.visitlovelandco.org/event/july-4th-fireworks/
 
 
Wellington
  • American Legion Post 176 4th of July Beer Garden - Take part in the post-parade activities at the Wellington Community Park, hosted by the American Legion Post 176. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/american-legion-post-176-4th-of-july-beer-garden-tickets-159055283635
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​Greeley
  • Greeley Stampede Activities -- Demolition Derby: Spend the afternoon watching cars race and crash and smash, 2-7 pm https://www.greeleystampede.org/p/events/demoderby
  • Independence Day Fireworks Show, 9:45 pm at the Greeley Stampede
 

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Happy Mother's Day from MBD Marketing & Events

5/9/2021

 
We all love our moms, many of us are fortunate to be moms... and we want to recognize all moms this Mother's Day!
Happy Mother's Day!
We are thinking of you....

Mothers who have lost children
Those who have lost Mothers
Mothers of fur children
Those with strained Mother relationships
Those with strained Child relationships
Those yearning to be Mothers
Those who have chosen not to be Mothers

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15 Ideas for Celebrating a Business Anniversary

4/16/2021

 
MBD Marketing & Events celebrates the big 1-5 in June – fifteen years of fun, dynamic, groundbreaking events powered by a team of outstanding women. We’re ready to start celebrating our achievements for the remainder of this year, so we’ve come up with a list of 15 (see what we did there?) ideas for celebrating a business milestone. 

Keep your eyes on MBD’s social media and website for our upcoming 15th anniversary celebrations, and in the meantime, enjoy these ideas for celebrating work milestones with your employees, coworkers, bosses, and customers.
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Update company branding
A big anniversary is a great time to implement updates to your company logo, website, tagline, and even name to better reflect your company’s current image and goals. If you haven’t noticed, MBD’s own website and logo have undergone some updates this year, and there’s more to come!

Create a timeline to show off business achievements
A timeline of business achievements is a great way to reflect on how far your business has come and remind longtime customers of (and introduce new ones to) your company’s history. Looking back on growth is a morale booster for employees and owners and shows current and potential clients that your company is constantly developing, expanding, and achieving goals. 

Buy anniversary-branded company swag
Dress up your employees in some new company swag (think: anything from pins to t-shirts) with a special-edition logo. This could include additional logo elements, like anniversary numbers, new or additional colors, and/or decorative accents.

Offer anniversary-themed, short-term offers or discounts
For companies that offer buy-it-now products, a discount percentage or amount to match the anniversary is a fun offer to retain customers and attract new ones. For example, a mattress company might offer 20% off a new mattress to celebrate a 20-year anniversary. Businesses that provide services can still find fun ways to incorporate anniversary numbers into offers; a home cleaning service might offer the fifth cleaning free to celebrate a five-year anniversary.

Give out humorous and/or sincere employee awards
Smaller companies especially can create a fun, morale-building night out of hosting an employee awards ceremony. Awards can be humorous (i.e. “always wears the coolest glasses to work”) or serious, or both.

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Take a commemorative photo
If your company doesn’t take a yearly team photo already, an anniversary is a great time to do so. For small companies, one photo can capture the entire team – larger corporations can divide employees and supervisors by department for a group photo. We especially love this commemorative customer appreciation “Thank You” photo collage, which is social-distancing friendly since it can be done remotely.
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Involve customers in a company trivia game
Engage with customers in a social media-friendly game of company trivia. Start by compiling a list of fun company facts, then create a question for each fact. These can be multiple choice or open-ended. Offer a prize, experience, or discount for the trivia winner, and post one question per day on social media for a predetermined number of days or weeks. If you’re worried about missed posts or participation on social media, another option is to have people opt-in to play by email.

Design a commemorative logo
This one takes some design investment, but a commemorative logo can translate to a full marketing campaign and is useful for a variety of digital and print goods – employee t-shirts, pins, website decoration, social media profile images, email marketing, etc. 

“A Look Back” infographic by the numbers
This fun infographic follows the “before and after” format with two columns: one for the year your business began, and one for the anniversary year. You can choose which items to compare: number of services provided, number of happy customers, number of employees, etc. 

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Have a “Do Good Day”
Giving back is a great way to highlight a company’s years of positive impact in a community and continued emphasis on community contribution. Volunteering doubles as a valuable team-building exercise, and has been shown to increase morale and self-esteem of participants. It’s important for companies to align with and support causes and demonstrate value to a community outside of the products and services they provide. MBD has made it a point for 15 years now to contribute something to our community with every event we create. 

Display company awards and accolades
Take this milestone opportunity to remind current and potential customers of any awards or accolades your company has received over the years. These could be displayed in a front office, listed in a social media post or blog post, or (if they aren’t already) featured on your website. Share and celebrate your company’s achievements!

What was popular in your company’s first year?
This equal-parts-funny, equal-parts-nostalgic infographic highlights popular music, movies, slang, fashion items, you name it – all from the year your company was founded. You can ask employees to contribute their favorites from that year, or use a research tool to find the biggest pop culture phenomena by the numbers. Share with customers for an amusing, relatable experience.

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Record a video message or interview with the company president
This could be directed toward employees, customers, or both, and can take a lighthearted or serious approach. Ideas include a thank-you video message, a business-centric interview, or a personal or humorous interview (with questions like: What is your favorite guilty pleasure TV show?) Feature your video in a blog post or social media post for followers to enjoy.

Host a celebratory anniversary event
In the age of Covid, this may mean a small get-together in someone’s backyard or a larger, virtual meeting or team-building activity or class online. Virtual cooking classes and virtual escape rooms are just two of the many options available for safe, morale-boosting work events. If you’re a NoCo local, consider an after-work party in the work parking lot or someone’s neighborhood with drinks from a local bar like On the Rocks. 

Compile fun facts
Create an infographic or list of fun facts unique to the services or products your company provides. Fun facts can include business items – for example, gallons of lemonade served or number of a product sold – and/or personal items like “number of shows binge-watched by our employees during lockdown.” 

Visit My Big Day’s anniversary celebration Pinterest board for even more ideas to celebrate a company anniversary or milestone. Celebration is our business, and we look forward to celebrating 15 years of memories and achievements with you!

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Virtual Family Holiday Celebrations

12/13/2020

 
We know there are many families who will not be gathering together over the holidays this year. Even though families won't physically be together, there are still ways to honor special traditions and celebrate with one another, virtually!
Here are some ideas to spruce up your family’s online celebrations this year:

  • Dress up! Halloween might be a thing of the past, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have some good old dressin’ up fun! Why not dress up like Buddy the Elf or another favorite holiday character (The Grinch, anyone?). You could also dress every family member in a series of ugly Christmas sweaters - heck, you could even turn this into a contest between groups! 

​If crazy dress up is not your style, use this gathering as an excuse to ditch the covid sweatpants and fix yourself up a bit!

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  • Get in the mood early with some creative and festive cocktails. The possibilities are endless when it comes to festive spirits and drinks. Share your recipes among family members and toast each other online - together, apart!
  • Play some games! There are so many options when it comes to online group games. You can download fan favorites, Jack Box Games, and play a series with your family members near and far! 
For families with younger children in the mix, you can adapt “Simon Says” to “Santa Says” and create a new favorite activity!
Create a Christmas BINGO game, Christmas Pictionary, or a Christmas Scavenger Hunt. The possibilities are endless!
  • Sing Christmas Carols together!  There probably won’t be any carolers stopping by houses this year, due to the pandemic, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy this experience. Try singing a few together online - or have each family perform their favorite Christmas song for the others watching on zoom!
  • Invite Santa to join! This will surely be a hit with families that have a lot of younger children. Invite your favorite Santa to join in on your Zoom (or twist your Uncle’s arm to dress the part!) Kiddos will be excited to see Santa on the Zoom screen, for sure!
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Ways to Say Good-Bye to the Dumpster Fire That Was 2020

12/11/2020

 
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Wow! 2020 - what a year?! There aren’t quite enough words to describe all of the feelings, emotions, and happenings of this past year. We have a few new words and meanings to add to our vocabularies and vernacular - pandemic (not really new, but used more this past year than probably ever before), virtual, socially distanced, hybrid, and Zoom.

As event planners, New Year’s Eve is typically the perfect excuse to throw an awesome party! This year we won’t be throwing any huge gatherings or celebrations. 2020 was quite a ride of ups and downs. But - we’ve survived and made it, and that is something worth celebrating!

We’ve come up with an extensive list of ways to say good-bye to this dumpster-fire of a year, and welcome in 2021 - what we hope will be a year full of healing, health, and goodness!

  • Burn Sage. All of the sage.  This suggestion might be a bit tongue-in-cheek, but there are actual cleansing practices and rituals around burning sage. It has to do with centering the self and cleansing the energy that surrounds us. Some people who use this practice note that they sense a change in their environment. They sense less negativity around them, and a boost in positivity. We think that anything that puts someone in a positive mindset is a good thing - especially after this often dark year.
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  • Make a 2020 Pinata. What better way to work out your frustrations with 2020 than to beat the heck out of them with a rubber bat? This could be a fun, family centered activity, too! You can make a pinata in any shape that suits you and your family, but we think a Pandemic Pinata is the perfect way to say goodbye to 2020! You’ll literally be beating Covid-19 with a stick!
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  • Dance it out! Get your body moving and your blood pumping, and dance 2020 away! Get everyone you’re celebrating with to choose a song, and then have one big dance party playlist! You can even do this during a virtual party. Spotify has a feature that allows multiple users to edit a playlist. What a fun way to celebrate together - apart!
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  • Hold a virtual Festivus Party with friends. Ah, Festivus. If ever there was a year to celebrate this holiday, it would be 2020! Hold a virtual Festivus Party where everyone has a chance to air their grievances. We’ve got some great Festivus ideas on our Festivus inspired Pinterest Board.
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  • Create a Vision Board for 2021 and beyond. Vision boards are a great tool in helping you reach your goals. A collage of images, a vision board represents your goals and dreams. It can be a great way to center yourself, focus on good things to come, and prepare for the new year. ​
 
  • Support a local Chinese restaurant. Order take-out and ask for extra fortune cookies. You are bound to get some good news, right!?!
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  • Dedicate the day to random acts of kindness.  What better way to drum up good vibes and karma for yourself than to offer goodness and kindness to others? Spend New Year’s Eve or another day of your choice, seeing who can spread the most kindness. A kindness contest if you will. 2021 will surely be better because of it!  Book recommendation: 365 Ways to Live Generously
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  • Research and book sessions with a life coach or therapist. Mental health is important for everyone. This year, more than ever, paying close attention and nurturing our mental states has been even more important. Making a resolution to focus on mental health is a good way to start 2021 off right. Here’s a list of Life Coach Therapists located in Colorado.
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  • Go Axe Throwing. Yet another great way to get your 2020 frustrations out! There are axe throwing establishments and bars opening up all over Northern Colorado. When it is safe to gather, get out and throw a few axes. You can pretend that the bulls-eye is the coronavirus, your failed hopes and dreams of 2020, or anything that vexes you - it’s a safe alternative, and a fun way to celebrate with friends!

However you choose to say goodbye to 2020 and welcome 2021, we at My Big Day Marketing & Events wish you all the best - health, happiness, and fortune in the New Year!

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Celebrating Missed Milestones in Covid

8/27/2020

 
While the physical toll of this pandemic has been highly publicized and studied, we are just beginning to understand the social and emotional effects of this pandemic. Isolation and social distancing, while proven to help limit the spread of the virus, can also have long-term effects on individuals and society alike. One of the most visible social effects of this pandemic is the cancellation of many important milestone celebrations. This has been an issue that is at the forefront of our industry, but it has been felt far beyond. Milestones and events like weddings, graduations, anniversaries, birthdays, and funerals have all been impacted.
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Why celebrating and acknowledging milestones is important:
Celebrating milestones is how we as a society commemorate the progression of life. These celebrations serve as a connection - with family and friends and beyond. Missing these events can prove to be more than disappointing - they can affect emotional and social development milestones as well, especially in children and youth. 
While one benefit of social distancing is more dedicated time with family, we miss out on the connections with others that contribute to our development and emotional well-being. Important milestones are visual and experiential representations of growth. Without them, we miss opportunities for growth.

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Practical solutions:
Cancelling important events and milestones can be hard to process - not just for children and youth, but for everyone involved. Milestones are typically “once-in-a-lifetime” events. Processing the disappointment of losing these moments is extremely difficult.
Some strategies that might help ease the pain of these missed milestones are:
  • Focusing on the positive - Acknowledge achievements, even when larger celebrations must be postponed
  • Embrace virtual celebrations - Utilizing virtual resources to help loved ones celebrate with you can help reduce feelings of isolation, and they can help enhance a feeling community.
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  • Explore alternative options - Many communities, schools, and organizations are hosting or planning different ways to celebrate. Virtual concerts, highlighting individual talents, or geographically distant check ins, can still provide means for community celebrations. 
  • Acknowledge disappointments and feelings - Covid has proven that many things are out of our control. Dealing with the aftermath of cancellations and missed milestones is rough. It is natural to grieve these losses.
  • Plan for the future - Although we may not know when we will “get back to normal”, we don’t have to put off planning for the future. There is no rule that we can’t celebrate some of these events - graduations, weddings, funerals - in the future, when it is safer to gather.
Ideas and recommendations for celebrating during Covid:

As experts in the event planning industry, we have been tasked with coming up with creative solutions for celebrating milestones during these unprecedented times. We have developed and discovered ways in which our clients can safely celebrate life’s most important events. Here are just a few examples of alternative celebration opportunities:


Birthdays
We’ve already highlighted a variety of ways in which you can help someone feel special on their covid birthday. Our blog “10 COVID-Safe Ways to Make Your Child’s Birthday Special” is full of great ideas that can be adapted to celebrate someone at any age!

Graduations
Graduations bring a feeling of pride for both graduates and their families. Cancelled graduation ceremonies are difficult to replace, but there are some alternative options that will still allow you to celebrate these great accomplishments!
  • Go live with your own graduation at home. Get dressed up. Rent a cap and gown. Take pictures and post on social media or show live on zoom.
  • Create a video full of photos and snippets from high school or college.
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Weddings
If Covid has forced you to postpone your dream wedding and reception, why not consider the following as an alternative?
  • Elope and celebrate later! Find the perfect spot, and hire an officiant (or see if your state allows you to marry yourselves) and a professional photographer. Personalize your vows and private ceremony, and capture it in lovely photos to share later. Plan a larger, special celebration later down the road when social distancing is a thing of the past.
  • Plan a virtual ceremony. Similar to our elopement advice, you can plan a smaller ceremony with close family and friends. Invite others to join in live on social media. And again, plan a larger celebration with everyone in the future.
  • Make your postponed wedding a vow renewal ceremony. If you had your heart set on a large wedding but don’t want to wait to start your life together, why not plan a small intimate ceremony now, and then plan to celebrate with family, friends, food, and dancing at a vow renewal ceremony down the road?
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Anniversaries
While anniversaries tend to be celebrated by just the couple alone, COVID restrictions can still make planning a fitting celebration difficult. There are a ton of special date night options that can be planned to mark this milestone, but here are a few ideas that go beyond ordering in dinner and a movie:
  • Invite family and friends to participate in your anniversary celebration by emailing or snail-mailing you bits of marriage advice, memories, or family traditions that you can adopt in the future.
  • Go beyond Netflix and Chill by seeking out a livestream concert. Musicians all over the world have been hosting virtual concerts. Find one that interests you both and make a night of it!
  • Get ready to Re-Create! Why not try to recreate your first date? If you went out for dinner - try to make that meal together at home. If you first met with friends, try and gather them together on a zoom celebration where you can reminisce about that first meeting all together. How about recreating your first wedding dance in your living room?

Funerals
Funerals might just be the most difficult event to miss. Families and friends often need the closure and social support that a funeral provides. Social distancing guidelines and the nature of a funeral make it even more difficult to plan. While postponing may be a viable option, some families might not want to delay or prolong this part of the grieving process.

  • Consider live streaming. Immediate family members could gather together and live stream the service for distant family members, friends, and colleagues at home.
  • Create social media pages or groups in honor of your loved one where friends and families can leave messages, post photos, and share memories.
  • Plan meal trains and card remembrances. While this doesn’t take the place of actually being there for the mourning family, planned meal trains and card showers will still let them know you care and are thinking about them during this difficult time.

Social Entertainment
Just because you can’t frequent your favorite bar or restaurant together, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some fun together while keeping safely apart!
  • Virtual Movie Night - Set up a video chat and talk with each other while watching the same movie or tv show. Netflix Party is a great way to watch as a group. It synchronizes video playback and offers a group chat while you watch together.
  • Online party games - Jackbox Games can be purchased and downloaded on a wide variety of digital platforms. Set up a zoom game night and have a blast playing games with friends.
  • Pick a penpal. Use this time of social distancing to bring back the art of letter writing. Send cards and letters to friends and family near and far.

When it comes to celebrating missed milestones, creativity provides limitless possibility. While we know that nothing will ever bring back the actual missed opportunities of these special moments, planning to intentionally acknowledge them is a good practice to adopt. Everyone deserves to celebrate these special times. If you would like help in planning a virtual milestone celebration, please reach out to our talented team of event planners and memory makers. We can help you plan an event that you and your family and friends will remember forever.
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A Christmas Story Themed Holiday Party

1/15/2018

 
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Ooooohhh Fuuuuddddgggee!  We don’t like it when we have to pack up all things magical and twinkly after Christmas and New Year’s is over.  

Lucky for us, our clients at Blue Federal Credit Union like to prolong the good cheer and fun by hosting their employee holiday party in early January! 

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The Christmas spirit was extended into early January with Blue’s holiday party, built around the storyline from the classic holiday tale - A Christmas Story!  Guests were transported back to a simpler time with specialized photobooth backdrops, food, and decor reminiscent of Ralphie’s childhood home in the 1950’s.

The Marriott Fort Collins hosted us again and tables were decorated with kitchen colanders in honor of Mother Parker’s holiday culinary feats, Red Ryder BB guns, and of course, the famous “Fragile” Leg Lamps. The only thing missing was a bar serving large glasses of Ovaltine!  (Note - there were three open bars for the guests to imbibe from!)

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The evening was full of fellowship between all the various bank branches, company recognitions and awards, and of course dancing!  Music and emceeing was provided by our favorite entertainer - DJ Kaaos!  Activities also included a costume contest, and door prize drawings for all of the table centerpieces.
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Blue Federal Credit Union is one of our favorite clients to work with, and we were once again pleased to be part of the planning for their always fun company holiday party!  If you’ve liked what you’ve seen and heard here - consider using our team to plan your next corporate function, retreat, or party!
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