Party Tips for Entertaining in the Summer Heat!

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Are you planning any backyard summer parties this summer? With the recent soaring summer temperatures, you may need a few additional party tips for entertaining in the heat!

One of the first things you should keep in mind is safety. A summer party is one of the best ways to get all of your friends and family together, however, safety comes first! Keep in mind the ages of the guests who are attending your party and keep their needs in mind. If the sun gets too hot and it seems that your guests may be overheated, move the party inside. Also, plan your event for the time of day in which it’s the coolest.

Next, plan ahead! If you have a pool and you know it’s going to be a really warm sunny day, ask everyone to bring a bag of ice over and drop them in the pool to cool it down.  Make sure you have plenty of umbrellas over all outdoor seating so your guests are comfortable. If your event is inside, try and stay out of the kitchen and only serve “grilled and chilled” items.

It is also nice to incorporate seasonal items into your menu and décor. Have plenty of fruits and vegetables around for your guests to grab. Also, place flowers in small containers all around the backyard and house to add a special personal touch. Sprigs of woody herbs like rosemary and thyme are also nice to put on your table to add some fragrance. Frozen ice pop cocktails and berries frozen into ice cubes are also a great personal touch to cool off some of your older attendees!

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Interesting Ways To Keep Your Kids Entertained This Summer!

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The kids have probably been out of school for over a month now and you may be running out of ideas on how to keep them entertained! It may be time to turn those everyday summer activities into something new and exciting for the kids!

Here are a few ideas on how to make the summer more fun for your children! 

It’s more than likely that at one point or another, your kids have asked to put together a lemonade stand. How about changing it up and having a bike-washing station! After-all, the benefits are a little bit cooler in the blazing summer heat! The kids can stay cool while scrubbing down their bikes and anyone passing by!

Going to the beach always seems to be a popular request! However, after a while building sandcastles get a little boring! Next time you’re at the beach and are looking for some new things to do suggest drawing lines in the sand and playing hopscotch or draw a long line in the sand have the kids pretend to be on a balance beam! You can also bury a treasure and have the kids dig to find it. Another fun idea is having the kids do a relay race and fill buckets of water and dump them off to the next person! These games are sure to be a hit among your kids!

If you’re thinking about staying home for the day, consider setting up an obstacle course in the backyard and inviting some of the kid’s friends over!

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Many Tips On How To Stay Safe This Fourth of July!

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The Fourth of July is finally here! Put on your red, white and blue and let the festivities begin! Many people have the day off and usually plan a special day out celebrating with family and friends! Some other plans may include going to the beach, attending fireworks, relaxing with friends and family by the pool or firing up the barbeque!

No matter what your plans are for July 4^th, The American Red Cross wants everyone to have an enjoyable yet safe Fourth of July! They have issued a few simple steps that can insure you and your family stays safe this festive holiday!

Beach Safety: If you’re planning on attending the beach tomorrow, be sure to check the weather and water conditions before you leave and throughout the day. Also, only swim in designated areas and where lifeguards are present at ALL times. Also, watch the sun! You should limit the amount of time you spend in the direct sunlight between 10-4. Drink a lot of water and avoid caffeine and all alcoholic beverages while being in the sun. Make sure to wear plenty of sunscreen and sunglasses!

Other tips:

Actively supervise children at all times - even if a lifeguard is present. Stay within arm's reach of young children when they are in the water.

Have weak swimmers wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket. Don't rely on water wings or inflatable toys.

Always enter shallow water feet first. Dive only in areas marked safe for diving.

Rip Currents: Be aware of the danger of rip currents at all times!

Other tips:

If caught in a rip current, swim parallel to the shore until out of the current. Once free, turn and swim toward shore.

If someone can't swim to the shore, they should shout for help, float or tread water until free of the rip current and then head toward shore.

Stay at least 100 feet away from piers and jetties. Permanent rip currents often exist near these structures.

Fireworks Safety: With every 4^th of July celebration come fireworks! Here are some tips to follow to stay safe.

Never give fireworks to small children and always follow the instructions on the packaging.

Keep a supply of water close by as a precaution.

Make sure the person lighting fireworks always wears eye protection.

Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight "a dud."

Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets.

Never throw or point fireworks toward people, animals,

Grilling Safety: If you’re planning on heating up the BBQ tomorrow, be sure to follow these tips!

Always watch the barbecue grill when in use.

Never grill indoors - not in a house, camper, tent or any enclosed area.

Make sure children and pets stay away from the grill.

Keep the grill out in the open, away from the house, the deck, tree branches or anything that could catch fire.

Use the long-handled tools especially made for cooking on the grill to keep the chef safe.

Never add charcoal starter fluid when coals have already been ignited.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when using grills.

Have you ever followed any of these tips before? Do you have any additional tips on ways to stay safe this Independence Day? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE! 

Summer Activities Your Kids Will Be Sure To Love!

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With school being out for summer, you may already be out of ideas or ways to keep your kids entertained and happy throughout the day. There are only so many times you can tell him to “watch a movie” or “play in the yard” or “paint a picture!”

Here are some out of the box ideas that are sure to bring some excitement to your kids day and provide memories they’ll never forget!

Have you ever heard of a transit tour? Plan a day to head to your local city by taking all public transportation! Take a bus, train, ferry streetcar or taxi rather than taking your own vehicle! This will keep your kids exciting and going from place to place! Stop along the way for a picnic lunch in a park or by the water! When you’re in transit, take lots of pictures that you can make a scrapbook from!

“Geo-caching’” is another interesting activity to do with your family and friends. Gather all your friends and family to your place and ask them to arrive with five to ten small items and some water bottles. Set out on a treasure hunt at a local ravine, this is an activity fun for all ages! You can also incorporate a conservation trail walk into your day!

As we all know, sometimes our outdoor summer plans get put on pause to Mother Nature! There will be some rainy days! Museums and galleries are a great way to spend the day indoors. You can take your children to your nearby museum or gallery and let them learn about local history.

Do you have any other summer activity ideas? Let us know how you and your family like to spend your summer days on our Facebook page linked HERE!

Festive Ways To Celebrate July 4th!

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Do you have plans for the 4^th of July yet? If not, here are some places to go and join in the fun to celebrate Independence Day in a festive way!

SAG HARBOR -Saturday, June 30, 2012- Fireworks - Around 9:30 p.m. in Sag Harbor, fireworks will soar to the sky from a barge. You'll be able to watch from Marine Park, Haven's Beach, the Long Wharf, restaurants on the waterfront and more. (Sag Harbor Yacht Club members and invited guests ONLY at the Yacht Club.)

RIVERHEAD -Sunday, July 3 -5-9:30 p.m. Independence Day celebration on the Peconic Riverfront, Riverhead, NY. Family concert with Who Are Those Guys, followed by Brady Rymer and The Little Band That Could, and rock and roll superstars tribute band Rock & Roll Review. The evening ends with a spectacular fireworks display.

ELMONT -Sunday, July 1 - Belmont Park Family Fun Day/State Fair - Bring the whole family for Family Fun Day activities in Belmont's backyard. Rides, carnival booths and games, a petting zoo, DJ and karaoke, more. Belmont Park Racetrack, 2150 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY. More info: (718) 641-4700 or visit www.nyra.com.

OAKDALE -Sunday, July 1, 2012 - Firecracker 5K Race/Walk Time: Registration at 7:30 a.m. Race starts at 9 a.m. sharp at Dowling College, Curtin Center, 150 Idle Hour Boulevard, Oakdale, NY. $20 preregistered, $25 on the day of the race. Age Groups: 10 and under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 70-79, 80-89 More info, prices and online registration: www.islandrunning.net

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Summer Party Themes That Are Sure To Be A Hit!

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Throwing a themed summer party is a great way to gather your friends and family and enjoy the sunshine. However, sometimes coming up with a theme can be a bit of a challenge! Here are some summer party theme ideas for you to consider for your next summer get together!

A Hawaiian Luau theme is a great and festive theme for the summer and a warm summer night! Focus your menu around small, exotic dishes such as teriyaki beef skewers and sweet –and-sour chicken. If you’re looking to go all out, order a roasted pig from a local restaurant! As for cocktails, let the tropics inspire these! Feature Mai Tais or Pina Colodas at your luau! No luau would be complete without grass skirts, leis and tiki torches! So be sure to order those and have them ready for your guests when they arrive!

A simple cocktail party by the pool is another great way to celebrate the summer. This party’s focus should be drinks, appetizers and pampering your guests! Set up lots of lounge chairs and small tray tables surrounding your pool. Roll up plush pool towels on all the chairs so guests know they’re more than welcome to take a dip! Throw lots of colorful beach balls in the pool and light lots of pillar candles to really set the mood at nightfall! Serve up some tasty finger foods such as bruschetta, mini tacos and sliders. Serve some classic summer cocktail such as gin and tonics, margaritas and cosmopolitans!

Burgers and Beers, does it get any better than that!? Although it may sound simple, the burgers and beer bash is sure to be a hit amongst your friends and family! For the burgers, set up a fixing bar with toppings such as avocado, salsa, remoulade, pickled onions, spicy mayonnaise and crumbled blue cheese. As for the beer, set up a beer tasting! Pick up a few different types of varieties and let your guests rate each beer!

Would you use one of these themes for your summer party? Also, if you need portable restroom facilities for your summer event, contact Mr.Party Pooper or check out our Facebook page linked HERE! 

Will "Dullahan" Outrun "I'll Have Another" In The Belmont Stakes?

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This Saturday, June 9th,  marks the official date of the Belmont Stakes! What makes this year’s race so special is that there’s a chance for a possible Triple Crown winner. “I’ll Have Another” could be the horse to win the Triple Crown title. No horse has done so since “Affirmed” in 1978. 

“I’ll Have Another” is faced with some tough competition in this Saturday’s race, especially from “Dullahan.” “Dullahan” has established 5-1 odds becoming the second choice horse in the race. “Dullhan” had a good run in the Kentucky Derby, despite being knocked around at the start of the Derby.

Dale Roman, trainer of “Dullahan” has high hopes for his horse in the Belmont and comments that he is extremely happy with their position in the big race! He believes that “Dullahan” is the horse to beat!

If you’re hosting a Belmont Stakes Party, it’s not too late to contact Mr. Party Pooper for portable toilets for your event! Visit our website for exact phrasing!

Can “Dullahan” outrun “I’ll Have Another” in the Belmont Stakes? What are your thoughts?  Let us know on Mr. Party Pooper’s Facebook page linked here!