For years now, our family has been enjoying All Saints Day parties with friends, but we have not always been able to do so at the same location. So, flexibility has been key!
We've been able to adapt our plans to three basic spaces:
1. Indoor areas, such as halls and gyms
2. Homes, such as when a friend graciously hosted a small All Saints Day party for several families who were sick on the day of our local homeschool group's party)
3. Parks, such as when we enjoyed a potluck pincic and play All Saints Day Party
Each of these spaces has its perks and drawbacks.
Of course, having your party at a hall or gym means you'll have plenty of space to set up games, food, prizes, and more. However, somtimes, there is a rental fee, and, always, there is more behind-the-scenes organization, set up, and clean up that needs to happen.
Hosting your party in a home can reduce the need for as much behind-the-scenes organzation and potential rental costs, but can also mean fewer people can partake in the fun and one family tyoically ends up bearing the burden of extra work. For, let's face it: even if others help with set up, facilitation, clean up, etc., those that live in the home always end up with extra pre- and post- party tasks.
Parks offer more show-and-go ease for hosting your All sints Day party, so long as you have dependable people to bring games, activites, food, etc.
Also, bear in mind that weather happens. So, set a rain/bad weather date.
Further, recognize that other park goers may wonder what you are doing or ask to join in. (Consider it an evangelization opportunity!)
I'd love to hear your favorite venues for hosting All Saints Day parties. Be sure to comment with your ideas and tips.
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Saints in Heaven, pray for us.
