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Easter Egg Hunts in Northern Colorado 2014

4/15/2014

My Big Day is known for our annual Easter Keg Hunt for adults. But many of our party participants have kiddos too, and look forward to an annual Easter Egg Hunt for little ones.

My Big Day did some research, and here are all the Easter Egg Hunts we could find in Northern Colorado for Easter weekend 2014.

The following cities have hunts for the kids:
Windsor, Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Estes Park, Longmont, Wellington, Milliken, and Berthoud.

4/18/14   Easter Bunny for the 8th annual Easter Eggstravaganza! - WINDSOR
Come join the Easter Bunny for the 8th annual Easter Eggstravaganza! There will be open gym activities for you and your child to enjoy together along with a gigantic Easter Egg hunt all around the Community Recreation Center, so bring your Easter Basket to fill up! (Easter egg hunt will be held outside if weather permits)
Ages 3 - 5 years (or at parents discretion)   Date: April 18    Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Windsor Community Recreation Center Address: 250 N. 11th St. Windsor, CO 80550
Contact: 970-674-3500     Cost: $3 - pre-registration (until April 17) $5 - day-of registration

4/19/14 Jaycees Annual Easter Egg Hunt - FORT COLLINS
Easter egg hunts for children, Easter egg hunts for infant, Easter egg hunts for toddlers, The Easter bunny will make an appearance, Visits and photos with the Easter Rabbit, FREE admission, Bring a basket to collect the eggs!,
207 Peterson Street Library Park, Fort Collins, CO 80524. Phone: 612-978-3570. Email: [email protected]. Event date and time: Saturday April 19, 2014 at 10:00am. Payment: Cash, Check, Debit cards, Visa/MasterCard, Discover. Volunteers are always appreciated! If you would like to volunteer please R.S.V.P to Laura at the email address above and be prepared to arrive at the park at 7:30 a.m. on the 19th. This Easter Egg Hunt is bound to be a huge success and bundles of fun! Hope to see you and your families there! Don't forget to bring your baskets and cameras to capture life long memories!. 0-12 years of age.

4/19/14 Longmont Easter Egg Hunt - LONGMONT
Roosevelt Park: The event is FREE and the hunt is open to all children ages 8 and under. We will have a bounce house/slide, face painting, balloon artistry, a puppet show, and more! This year we have more eggs, more prizes, and more fun planned for all participants. Please join us from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM for all events. The egg hunts have staggered starts by age group and will begin at 10:45. Please grab your Easter baskets and join us for a fun day in the park.Hosted by White Fields Community Church.

4/19/14 Easter Eggstravaganza Hunt, Carnival & Larimer County Food Drive - FORT COLLINS
at 11 a.m. April 19 at Foothills Assembly of God, 305 W. Swallow Road, Midtown Fort Collins. Free food, refreshments, raffle prizes and games. Information: www.foothillsassembly.com.

4/19/14 Gulley Greenhouse & Garden Center - FORT COLLINS
6029 S. Shields St., Fort Collins, invites the public to its annual Easter Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 19. The bunny bonanza will feature a number of free holiday activities, bunnines for petting, and free face painting. The Terrarium Fairy Garden class will be offered at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Information: www.facebook.com/GulleyGreenhouse.

4/19/14 Wellington Community Easter Egg Hunt- WELLINGTON
April 19th at 1:00pm located at Harvest Farm at 4240 East County Road 66 in Wellington. They will have Face Painting, Games, Prizes, Refreshments, and a Meet and Greet with the Easter Bunny. Ages 0-11 are welcome to participate, they will start with ages 0-3 and when they are done they will move to the next age group.

4/19/14 Redeemer Lutheran Church - FORT COLLINS
Easter Egg Hunt- April 19th at 10:30 and going through 12pm.
Redeemer Lutheran Church in Greeley Easter Egg Hunt - April 19th at 2pm and going through 3:30pm. They will have the Christian Entertainer Gene Cordova to provide ventriloquism, illusions, comedy and balloon animals before the easter egg hunt. The Easter Egg Hunt is available for 5th graders and under.

4/19/14 Jax Eggstravaganza! - FORT COLLINS & LOVELAND
On April 19th the North College Jax Location will be hosting the Easter Egg Hunt starting at 10am for the 3 and under age group, 11am for the 4-6 year olds, and 12pm for the 7-12 year olds. If you go to the Ranch and Home Location in Loveland they will be doing pictures with the Easter Bunny from 11am-1pm.

4/19/14 Annual Grace Place/Community Colorado Easter Egg Hunt - BERTHOUD
(Come rain, snow, wind or shine): FREE Saturday, April 19 11:00 am Berthoud High School
Huge Easter Egg Hunt for kids zero - 5th grade - Hunt divided by age, including a toddler spot - Free hotdogs, changes to win great prizes, games, Inflatables, crafts, face painting, live band & more
Special Prizes for the first 500 families through the gates - Sponsored by Grace Place and local businesses www.GracePlace.org

4/19/14 Easter Eggstravaganza - MILLIKEN
Description: What will you find? A free Easter Egg Hunt; to include prizes and pictures with the Easter Bunny. This is a community event that takes place in the springtime, and allows children (up to 11 years of age) and parents to run the fields of Sappington Park to search for Easter eggs. Enjoy the adventure of finding as many eggs as you are able and visit with the Easter Bunny. The Egg hunt will begin promptly at 10:00 am. Location: Sappington Park in Milliken, Colorado

4/19/14 Fox Run and Fox Creek Easter Egg Hunts - LONGMONT
Be sure to bring baskets for your children!
Fox Creek Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 19, 2014 - 10:00 a.m.
At the "Gulch" - the east end of Aspenwood Lane (east of Cedarwood)
Fox Run Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 19, 2014 - 11:30 a.m.
At the Park on Fox Run Blvd.
4/19/14 WIlder-Nests Retreats Easter Egg Hunt - LOVELAND
The Wilder-Nests Retreats Easter egg hunt will be 11 a.m. Saturday at 9144 N. Glade Road, Loveland, weather permitting. This is for children age 10 and under. Call 481-2563 for details.

4/19/14 Community Easter Egg Hunt - LOVELAND
Waypoint Church will host a community Easter egg hunt from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at Lucile Erwin Middle School, 4700 Lucerne Ave. Families will be treated to bounce houses, snow cones, popcorn, prizes, and more than 6,000 eggs. Festivities will be broken up by age group: toddlers age 3 and under; preschool age 4-5; kindergarten to second grade; and third to fifth grade. For details, email Nate Tyler, Pastor of Family Ministries, at [email protected].

4/20/14 2014 Easter Brunch and Easter Egg Hunt - ESTES PARK
Join The Stanley for Easter with an Easter Brunch 11 AM - 4 PM for $52 per person, Ages 5-12 are $26 per child and childeren under 5 eat free. The Easter Egg hunt starts at 1 PM sharp for your little ones!
Call 970-577-4001 for reservations.

4/20/14 Easter Sunrise Service & Easter Egg Hunt - LOVELAND
New Freedom Outreach Center, 175 S. Madison Ave., is having an Easter sunrise service beginning at 6 a.m. Sunday, followed by baptisms. An Easter egg hunt for children will be at the park close to the church. An Easter morning breakfast will be served to everyone that comes. For details, call 669-1480.

Event Catering Basics: Your Personal Event Cheat Sheet

4/1/2014

Often when we start planning an event, one of the first things we think about is food and beverages. These items tend to take up 25% - 50% of an event budget (sometime more).

Before you send out invitations, download our helpful cheat sheet, and meet with some caterers.

This is designed to help you consider all your catering options. Paying attention to the little details is very important to planning an exceptional event.

Many factors should be weighed when deciding on the right amount of food for your event. Of course, first you must know the number of people attending. However, the length of the event is also very important, as is the type of event and the type of food you plan to serve.

For example, an evening cocktail party requires considerably less food than an entire afternoon or all-day event. The longer guests remain, the more they’ll consume. It’s funny, but over time people get hungry and thirsty over and over again.

When estimating, always round up to be on the safe side. Some will eat more, others less. It will all balance out in the end. Try to anticipate which foods/drinks are most popular and will disappear quickly. Order more of these selections.

Here is a basic list of things to consider before meeting with any caterer:
-Determine your budget
-Make your guest list—this will help estimate your costs once you have chosen your menu
-Pick a location
-Set the date and time of the event
-Do your guests have any food allergies or dietary restrictions?

Download our helpful PDF below with seating, food presentation methods, bar features, and food and beverage quantities!

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Group Getaways on a Budget Spring/Summer 2014

3/3/2014

When planning for your Big Day, a big part of the prep can be the bachelor party, the bachelorette party, and the honeymoon.

Travel costs money, of course, but if you are looking for a fun time with your guys, gals, or a creative budget honeymoon destination, My Big Day can help.

Below are some links to articles we found on great places to celebrate, while trying not to break the bank!

Cheers!
-My Big Day

Cheap summer getaways in the Upper Midwest:
35 great vacations that cost $125 or less!!!
Great for the guys or the girls!
Article from MidwestWeekends.com

Visit the 'Great Lake State'! The Pure Michigan website offers monthly travel deals that will amaze you! Subscribe to receive deal alerts.
Here is a list of their current deals:
PureMichigan.com

Beaches is rolling out the red carpet for you and your girlfriends to go on a 4-night best friends vacation in paradise at very special rates, filled with special activities and special goodies. So, grab your girlfriends, kick back, relax and enjoy Caribbean-style fun at the Beaches Friends Forever (B.F.F.) Girls Getaway.
Go to Beaches.com for more info

If you are interested in someplace that requires a passport, check out this article from SmarterTravel.com:
10 Places to Go While They Are Still Cheap: 2014 Edition

Whether you're on the prowl for a perfect beach or a city bursting with culture, these cities and countries deliver big but cost little. Not all of them will stay cheap in the years to come, though, so if you're inspired to go, do it soon.
Go to the SmarterTravel.com site to see their top 10 list!

If a golf trip is more your style, GolfDigest.com wrote a great article on all the best golf courses for a buddies trip.

Whether you are interested in the best courses for couples, local nightlife, food, or on a budge, this article covers it all!
Go to GolfDigest.com to read more.

If the Caribbean is much more your speed, we found a great list from TripCurator.com with the TOP 10 CHEAPEST All-Inclusive Resorts in the Caribbean.

Sign us up!
All-Inclusive is the way My Big Day likes to go. no need to worry about the cost of each cocktail---it's included!
Click through the slideshow to learn more about each of the Top 10 places at TripCurator.com

PriceofTravel.com wrote a similar article, with a lot of additional detail. Go to PriceofTravel.com for more info

Make your own fun!
Pick the place where you know you'll all enjoy the weather, and plan an affordable trip through My Big Day's favorite vacation rental website, VRBO.com

You can rent a house, bungalow, condo, cabin... whatever suits your style for your size group. Find some affordable transportation, pick up some groceries, and make your own vacation!

Visit VRBO.com to start searching rentals today!

Affordable Event/Venue Rentals in Northern Colorado

2/24/2014

Looking for that needle in a haystack for your meeting or event? A good, affordable, flexible, centrally located venue is hard to find!
My Big Day receives requests from friends, clients and complete strangers weekly to pass on our 'little known secret' venues.
While we can't promise any of our favorite venues are secret, we can say that the places below do meet much of our commonly requested criteria.

Check out our recommended venues in Northern Colorado below.

And... to pull your event off without a hitch, consider hiring an event planner!

LOVELAND: The Rialto
The Rialto building and theatre in Downtown Loveland offers a variety of spaces for meetings and events large and small!
The variety of spaces can accommodate groups from 12 -1,000 people!
The beautiful, new rooms in the Rialto Theater Center are the perfect place for:

Business Meetings and Events
Fundraising Events
Holiday Events
Weddings
Anniversary & Graduation Celebrations
Learn More: http://www.cityofloveland.org/index.aspx?page=1178

FORT COLLINS: City Buildings
Whether your planning a wedding, a birthday party, business conference or corporate function the City of Fort Collins Recreation Department can offer you a clean, convenient and affordable location that fits your needs and your budget. Recreation’s primary rental facilities, Northside Aztlan Community Center and Fort Collins Senior Center, are equipped with the latest audio-visual technology, modular rooms and full-service catering kitchens. Their attentive facilities staff will be available during your event and prepared to assist you while making your event a success.
Learn More: http://www.fcgov.com/recreation/rentals.php?7#clubtico

Loveland: Mc C Ranch
Once a well kept secret, this ranch is now often booked every Saturday of the year for 'barn weddings'. An affordable and flexible event center indeed! You can bring your own caterer and alcohol, which few venues allow. A "DIY Bride's" delight!
Our only caution is that you may want to have some extra helpers on hand. Pricier venues have to account for staff. If you reserve the Mc C Ranch, you may want an event coordinator by your side, and some helpful friends!
Learn More: https://www.facebook.com/pages/McC-Ranch/122449521107894

GREELEY: Zoe's Cafe
Located in the heart of Downtown Greeley, Zoë's is a locally owned, non-profit coffeehouse & event center. Centered on the themes of beauty and justice, they are passionate about engaging the community on every level. Theylove the arts! So, there is an emphasis on supporting local artists and musicians through the art gallery and live music venue; they also host a wide variety of groups and community events through the use and rental of their space.
Learn More: http://www.greeleydowntown.com/businesses/zoes-caf%C3%A9

LOVELAND: The Majestic Gathering Place
The Majestic Gathering Place is in the Historic Building operated by the Fraternal Organization, Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Built in 1903, and listed on the City of Loveland Historic Places, this building is a great space for any event. With over 4,000 square feet of space and capacity for 250 guests, the Majestic is one of the largest gathering spaces in the Loveland area.
They are also located on 4th Street, in the heart of Downtown Loveland.
Learn More Here: http://www.majesticioof.com/index.html

FORT COLLINS: Crescendo
Crescendo is a fun place to come for tastings, gatherings or meet-ups. They are a surprisingly large space, and offer a great deal of flexibility for your event. Since Crescendo is located in Old Town, Fort Collins --- it is an ideal and centrally located establishment. Call, stop by or email them for pricing.
Website: http://crescendo-usa.com/partners
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Crescendo-Fort-Collins/391695417586243

LONGMONT: Firehouse Art Center
The Old Firehouse Art Center is a historic landmark in downtown Longmont. Renovated in 1999, the Firehouse Art Center is now a permanent art gallery and facility for art education and classes. The main gallery can hold up to 100 people standing, 80 people seated auditorium style and 40 people seated at tables. The back room/classroom features a kitchen with two sinks, microwave and small fridge. It can hold 40 people standing and 16 seated at tables. There are two bathrooms, one in the main gallery and one in the back room/classroom.
See more at: http://venueplease.com/venue/firehouse-art-center#sthash.KYM4aiqt.dpuf

FORT COLLINS: Elks Event Center
The Lodge Room in their new facility accommodates 220 people which makes it a perfect setting for most gatherings. The room has a very warm vaulted wood and beam ceiling with elegant lighting designed to create the perfect mood for your event. The walls are painted with warm shades of color and the terrazzo floor lends itself perfectly to dancing. The room is equipped with a handicap accessible stage ample for live music set-ups. Since they only allow one event in the Lodge Room per day, your event will have their staff’s full attention.
Learn More Here: http://www.fortcollinselks.org/facility

LOVELAND: B Sweet Cupcakes
This small space seats about 30... perfect for meetings, parties, clubs, small receptions, baby showers, birthdays, etc! And the best part, they only charge $25 an hour to rent the space!
Oh wait, the better part is that it's INSIDE of a cupcake shop!
B Sweet Cupcakes is a gem in Downtown Loveland.
The space is a private room, tables, chairs, private bathroom access, etc. It's quiet and smells like cupcakes. Need we say more?

Location: 425 E. 4th Street, Loveland, Colorado 80537
Website: http://www.bsweetcupcakes.com/index.html
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bsweetcupcakes/132419660136742

FORT COLLINS: Pappy's Corner Pub
This venue is great for small, private parties. They have a private room with seating for up to 35. Pappy's doesn't charge for the room as long as you are ordering some food from them. And their food is delish!
Although Pappy's is called a pub, it's a nice, clean restaurant, where many parties are help in the private room!
They tend to book up, so call ahead to reserve the room.
Learn More: http://www.pappyscornerpub.com/

LOVELAND: The Chilson Center
City buildings often offer the most flexibility at a great price.
The Chilson Recreation and Senior Center is one of Northern Colorado’s most complete facilities for meetings, wedding receptions, conferences and other activities both social & recreational.
There are a large variety of rooms of all sizes available for rent by the hour.
Learn More: http://www.ci.loveland.co.us/index.aspx?page=261

GREELEY: City Buildings
Just as with Loveland and Fort Collins, Greeley has a large number of rental options available through the city. The Recreation Division has several options to choose from when looking for the perfect space to host your event.
Click on the link below to see more. You won't believe the number of options!
Learn More: http://greeleygov.com/Recreation/Facilities.aspx

False Friends; How To Handle The Ones Who Disappoint You

12/28/2013

My Big Day follows a number of event sites and wedding blogs to keep up on the latest trends. One trend (or common theme) that just isn't going away is friend envy.

If you've ever had a BIG DAY or life event centered around you, perhaps you have experienced this sad phenomenon. It's said that those closest to you can hurt you the most. We see this time and time again... someone gets engaged, has a baby, gets a work promotion, etc... and all of the sudden ONE of your friends acts out. They are rude, try to one-up you, ruin a surprise, or just spoil something for you.

Who needs a friend like that?!? Not you.
The photo below is the best visual I've seen in a while of a friend showing her lack of support for her 3 close girlfriends who all got engaged. Funny, yes. But also hurtful.

So what can YOU do to protect yourself from a friend who turns foul?

Here are some tips:
1) Ask yourself, is it something I've done? Can I make the situation better?
2) Avoid assumptions or misinformation from others. Have a conversation, if you feel comfortable doing so. Try to fix what might be broken.

If that isn't the answer or doesn't fix things...
Consider where they might be coming from. They may have a reason for being jealous or raining on your parade. Either way, it's not acceptable. Protect yourself. So...

3) Don't invite them to any upcoming BIG events in your life. They will only disappoint you.
4) Surround yourself with positive, healthy people that will lift you up.
5) Don't be a gossip. Just smile and move on. Take the high road. It always feels better.
6) Restrict that friend on Facebook (and other social media) Block them from seeing your posts, without 'unfriending' them.
7) Read Oprah's article on Friendship Detox CLICK HERE
8) Realize that people change over time, and whether you changed or they changed, you'd rather have people in your life who are happy for you. If you have to try hard to get along, then something is wrong.

As an event planner for 16+ years, I've personally seen lots of bridesmaids gone bad, mothers who ruin surprises, family members who can't control themselves or set aside past issues for ONE day of celebrating their loved one/s, co-workers stealing thunder, exes showing up unannounced, the list goes on...
We even experience it as owners of a small business. There will always be people in your life who love and support you, and then there are the rare few who don't like to see you succeed.

When you hire My Big Day Events, you are hiring your own, personal advocate. Our #1 job is to make your BIG DAY the most memorable day of your life, and to help buffer those with friend envy from ruining your moment.

Cheers!
-Christine

Holiday Party Games - Fun for the Office or the Family!

12/11/2013

Are you hosting a party over the holidays, or have you been put in charge at the office of 'company fun' at the Christmas party? Then this is for you!

My Big Day has put together a long list of fun games that you can play with friends, family or co-workers.

You can view the long list of games below, or download the PDF and print the games for yourself!

Enjoy!
-My Big Day Events

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Gift Wrapping Game
Divide groups into pairs. Each pair of people stand around a table in front of a piece of wrapping paper, a roll of tape, scissors, ribbon, and shirt gift boxes. Each pair of players stands with one arm around the other person.
Say "Go!' and the players must race to wrap their box with one person using only their right hand and the other person using only their left hand. (Keep the other hand wrapped around the partner's waist.) The first pair to wrap their gift box wins!

Ornament Guess
A great way to start of your Christmas party is to have guests guess how many ornaments are on your tree when they walk into the party. The person with the closet guess wins!

Toothpick Tower Marshmallow Game
Supplies: Toothpicks, mini-marshmallows
Who can build the tallest marshmallow tower? It may sound simple, but you have to be super fast and some what creative to win. Suggested for ages 10 and up.

Shaving Cream Santas
Supplies: Shaving Cream, plastic spoons, and paper towels.
Divide into pairs. Each pair decides who will play Santa. The Santa covers his face with shaving cream. The other player is Santa's barber. Jingle a bell to start! The teams race to "shave" their Santas. The winning team is the first to have a clean shaven Santa and sit their spoon onto the table. To signify they are done, Santa lets out a loud "Ho ho ho"! Tip: Make this an edible game for kids with Non-dairy whipped cream.

Balloon Stomping Game
Grab a bag of Dollar Store balloons and give one to each player with some curling ribbon. The players blow up their balloon and tie them to their ankles. Now blow a horn or ring a holiday bell to start the stomping! Each party guest has to stomp the other players balloons. The more you stomp, the better your chances of winning the game. The last person to have a balloon wins! Use masking or painter's tape to mark a circle of play area on the floor.

Drunk Treasure Hunt
Hide two chests with gifts in them in two different location and keep clues leading to the treasure hidden around the property. This sounds like a normal treasure hunt game but this treasure hunt is better, with every clue a team finds in this game, a bottle of whiskey is awarded. Each member of the team will have a shot of whiskey before continuing on their quest of finding the treasure. With every clue they find it will be difficult for the teams to find the treasure as their judgment will be clouded with alcohol. The best part is both teams will get presents and every participant will enjoy, especially the ones who appreciate a drink or two.

Name those Logos
Go through several magazines and cut out advertisement symbols (ie. the VW logo dot, but not the word Volkswagon). Paste each on the white side of a 3×5 card and have everyone go around the room with an answer sheet and try to identify as many of the symbols as possible.

Dressing Up Santa
With Dress Up Santa, you'll need plenty of space to play this game - preferably a large room, where there won't be much furniture in the way.
Break everyone into 2-3 equal teams, assigning each one to its own little work area in the room. In each work area is a large cardboard box housing a Santa Claus outfit (costume, boots, hat, beard 'n all)
On 'Go', all the groups compete to be the first to dress up one of their team in the full Santa gear. Set the round for 3-5 minutes To win, teams need to use up all the items in their box and produce the best dressed Santa.

What’s in your Stocking
Divide the group in to teams of 3-5 people per team. Give each team a Christmas stocking full of holiday items that has been tied shut with ribbon. (Get the Christmas stockings ready ahead of time by filling them loosely with small non-fragile objects- candy canes, plastic holly/mistletoe, plastic non-breakable tree ornaments, etc.) Set a timer and give each team 3 minutes to feel the stocking and write down all the objects that they can identify by feeling them through the stocking. The team with the most correct items wins.

The Amazing Maze Game
This is a fun party idea for a child's party. Choose a variety of Christmas curling ribbon colors in a single roll or ball. One for each player. Tie a prize or party favor to one end of each ribbon. Hide the end with the gift on it somewhere in the house. Now, unwind the ribbon and wrap it all over the room, all around furniture, over tables, under doors, anywhere it will be a fun challenge. Tie a candy cane to the other end of the ribbon. Repeat for each player, tangling the ribbons if necessary. When the guests arrive, give each one a candy cane and have them follow the ribbon to untangle it (wrapping it around their candy cane as they go). Let them know it leads to a surprise! Then, let the fun begin!

Christmas Wrapping Pin the Bow
Wrap three large boxes. Line players up single file behind each box. Give each player a giant sticky bow, spin them around and jingle a bell to start. They must walk around the box and then pin the bow on top, return to the opposite end and sit down before the next team member goes. The first team sitting down wins.

Find Santa's Reindeer
Buy some cute Dollar Store holiday stocking stuffers. Reindeer, Angels, Santas, etc. Hide them around the house. The reindeers must be found to drive Santa's sleigh. Attach a clue to each stuffer of where the next one can be found. When they find a reindeer, they line it up next to the Santa. There are 9 reindeer to be found. When all reindeer are placed next to Santa you announce the winner. The winner is the one who found Rudolph and/or placed him in the lead position next to Santa. They win the prize of their choice!

Celebrities
This is a great game for mingling at a party. Write the names of celebrities, famous people or characters on pieces of paper and stick them to the forehead or on the back of all the players (use tape or office Post-It notes). Make sure players don’t see the name. Everyone else can see your forehead or back. The objective is to figure out who you are. Others can make sounds, give clues, or act out who you are. Very fun and interactive indeed!

Christmas Pinata:
Finding group Christmas party games that everybody is sure to enjoy can be tough, but this idea will certainly bring back fond childhood memories for all of your guests. Pinatas aren’t limited to kids’ birthday parties any longer! It is now easy to find one in the shape of an ornament or reindeer. Fill yours with holiday candy and small toys and let your guests swing away (just be careful not to knock over the Christmas tree!)

My Big Day Events on Pinterest

12/9/2013

A big, chocolate-covered thank you to all our Pinterest and Blog followers!
Our Pinterest page, and blog posts have been blowing up!
We're happy to know that our social media has taken off.
Keep following My Big Day for more on:

Bridal Showers
Baby Showers
Bachelorette/Bachelor Parties
Co-ed parties
BBQs
Weddings
Birthday Parties
Bar Crawls
Surprise Parties
Celebration of Life
Retirement Parties
Shopping Parties
Sporting Events
Anniversary Parties
Scavenger Hunts
Corporate Events
Retreats
New Year's Eve Parties
Trade Shows
Sweet 16 Parties
Tips & Tricks

We promise not to disappoint!
-Cheers!

Denver Broncos Blood Drive: Get the Chance to Meet Players! Oct. 22

10/20/2013

Are you a tried and true Broncos fan? Prove you bleed orange and blue by supporting Bonfils Blood Center’s and the Denver Broncos’ annual Drive For Life community blood drive on Tuesday, October 22 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sports Authority Field at Mile High.

Drive For Life donors get the chance to meet Denver Broncos players, alumni and cheerleaders as well as enjoy FREE stadium food and entertainment. Plus, donors receive commemorative t-shirts and lapel pins and are eligible for raffle prizes, including autographed Broncos memorabilia.

Parking is FREE in Lot C. Enter the stadium through Gate 2. This is the community’s largest one-day blood drive and a great way to meet the team.

Get into the Halloween Spirit by donating a little BLOOD! Vampires not welcome.

For more info, visit the Bonfils Blood Center website HERE

If you are looking for more Halloween Spirit in Northern Colorado, come to the wildest Halloween Party up north! "Slash-back to the 80's" will be sure to appeal to all horror fans! Learn more HERE!

Colorado Holiday Craft Fairs and Shows

10/17/2013

You can smell the cinnamon and spices in the air! The holidays are here, which means the season for holiday craft fairs and festivals.

My Big Day uses a great resource for researching and posting craft shows.
Mile High on the Cheap is a website that allows you to research and list holiday shows up and down the front range. All listings are for FREE fair, unless otherwise indicated.

From Castle Rock to Fort Collins, you can find a comprehensive list for every craft fair. You'll even find holiday festivals at schools, churches, small bazaars, and HUGE extravaganzas!

Shop for unusual gifts, many handmade by local artists and artisans, at upcoming holiday arts and crafts shows, festivals and bazaars. Because you usually buy directly from the creators, prices are reasonable — and sometimes downright bargains.

CLICK HERE to go to the Mile High on the Cheap website and see the interactive map of listings, and long list of shows by date.

Loveland Dress Shop will Give Away FREE Gowns!

10/16/2013

A Loveland bridal store that has given away hundreds of dresses in the past two years will do it again this Sunday, 10/20/13.

Loveland Wedding Center, formerly Wed Wisely, has set its third annual giveaway for 1-6 p.m. Sunday at the shop, 680 E. Eisenhower Blvd.

My Big Day is a BIG fan of Dianne, owner of the Loveland Wedding Center. She is a fantastic seamstress, and even altered the dress of Christine Kovacs on her wedding day.

If you know of someone deserving of a dress, who could otherwise not afford it for their BIG DAY, contact Dianne. Here is a link to the Reporter Herald Article: CLICK HERE