Blog Posts for Parents
10 Activities for The Countdown to Christmas
It’s the most wonderful time of year and that’s why counting down to Christmas can be especially fun for all. The countdown begins on December 1st and activities can run from outdoor festivities, faith-based events, help at a local charity, to arts and crafts. Where do you begin? Check out our top 10 activities to help […]
10 Unique Hamantaschen Recipes
Hamantaschen are often associated with the Jewish holiday of Purim. The story behind the holiday was Haman, the Persian king’s advisor wanted to exterminate all Jews. He was stopped when Esther, the Queen of Persia pleaded to the king to stop him. Many say the triangular-shaped cookie pastry is highly symbolic. Some say the three […]
5 Tips to Hiring a Real Santa Claus
The holidays are here and what are most people, especially children, looking forward to? The sight of Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and his crew of elves! Santa Claus knows how to bring out everyone’s holiday spirit with his bright red outfit and joyous laughter. Hiring a professional Santa Claus for your business or holiday party […]
6 Food Gifts to Celebrate Purim
One of the many tradition when celebrating Purim is the giving of food gifts, known as mishloach manot. Mishloach manot is typically given before the Purim feast is held later in the day. Traditionally, it’s a packaged gift bag or basket filled with cookies, candies, snacks, wine, and fruits. It’s given to strengthen the love […]
6 Modern Updates To Traditional Party Activities
There’s nothing quite like the magic of a child’s birthday party — the sight of giant grins, wide-eyed wonder, and unbridled excitement on every little face. For kids, a birthday celebration should always feel like pure, effortless joy. As a parent, however, you now realize the planning that goes into throwing the perfect party, and […]
6 Tasty Ways to Serve Kreplach at Your Purim Party
When celebrations begin for Purim, kreplach is one of the traditional food items you can expect to see served during the holiday meal. Kreplach is like dumplings. Dough is filled with ground meat, chicken, vegetarian or dairy filling. Sometimes kreplach may be served with soup, while other times it may be baked or fried as […]
A Guide to Collaborative Socialization Among Parents
Proper socialization is vital in early childhood. Early socialization has many long-term benefits for things such as collaboration, language development, and the development of interpersonal relationships in general. Ideally, parents and caretakers should facilitate this aspect of early childhood development. While socialization with parents or caretakers and family is important, it is also important to […]
Best Characters to Book for Your Halloween Party
Spooky characters are the perfect way to liven up a Halloween party, but kid-friendly ghouls and villains can be hard to find. Don’t worry, because we have some great character suggestions for giving your guests a safe, familiar experience with just a touch of spookiness and mystery. Take Draculaura from “Monster High”, a studious, optimistic […]
Best Games for the Eight Days of Chanukah
Chanukah is a joyful holiday with rituals like menorah lighting each night of the eight-day celebration. There’s also fried food as well as fun and games. Some of the best games are played when you have a large gathering of friends and family over for your Chanukah party. With eight days of celebration, here are some […]
Clowns.com Participates in Brooklyn Barclays Center Event, Disney on Ice: Follow Your Heart
With a proven reputation for entertaining, the characters at Clowns.com have been given a great opportunity. Disney On Ice: Follow Your Heart has invited them to participate at their event at the Brooklyn Barclays Center. This year’s event includes character from Frozen, Inside Out, Finding Dory and Toy Story, just to name a few. The […]
Considerations for Children With Sensory Sensitivities at Parties
Parties can be a challenging space for children with sensory sensitivities. They often want to join in the fun but don’t feel safe doing so because of an overwhelming amount of sensory input. There are many reasons why a child might have sensory sensitivities, ranging from being on the autism spectrum, to developmental phases. As […]
Five Tips for Renting a Bounce House for Your Childs Party
Want to throw a Bounce House party that will be a blast for both adults and children? Think about renting a bounce house for your end of summer bash! Here are five tips to consider when renting a bounce house: It’s important to decide which size, type, and theme of bounce house to rent. It’s also good […]
Hanukkah Easy DIY Craft Ideas
Fun holiday crafts are a great way to spend time with friends and family and to get into the holiday spirit, especially for kids. This Hanukkah, decorate your home with some easy DIY craft ideas. And if you’re hosting a Hanukkah party, there are many craft ideas that will work well for the party, too! With […]
History Of Bounce Houses
Flash back in time to when you were a kid pulling up in your family’s station wagon for a church event or neighborhood birthday party. Remember the awe and excitement you experienced if in the front yard or parking lot there was a bounce house. Your heart leapt and you undoubtedly spent the next few […]
History of Clowns
The Roles of Clowns throughout History – While clowns are the highlight of many parades, circuses and carnivals, the history of clowning goes back much further. From ancient Rome and medieval times to the North American Indians, the history of clowning around can be seen throughout the ages. Today, we recognize clowns as over-the-top figures […]
How Events Can Be Used To Build Social Connections Between Children
Socialization, a skill we use throughout our entire lives, starts in early childhood development. Often, parents, caregivers, and teachers are essential roles in building this skill in kids. There are also a variety of methods parents and caregivers can cultivate socialization in a variety of ways. In addition to regular, daily socialization efforts, parents can […]
How to Host a Fun Party to Celebrate Purim
Not all Jewish holidays generate as much thrill and excitement as Purim. Purim is an occasion to celebrate the victory of the Jewish people over evil. Haman, an advisor to the Persian king wanted to eliminate all Jews, but was stopped by the efforts of Esther, the Queen of Persia, who was also Jewish. The […]
How To Keep a Party for Kids Organized With Minimal Intervention
Kids’ parties are an important way to celebrate milestones and promote socialization among kids. With all of their benefits, however, there are just as many challenges. A group of kids can be boisterous and chaotic at the best of times, and will often be even more so during the excitement of a party. It’s also […]
How To Make, Live, and Record Memories at the Same Time
Film and photography are both great ways to preserve and share our most valued memories — and thanks to the evolution of technology — it’s never been easier to take high-quality photos and videos of life’s important moments. You can relive your best moments through photos and videos, and share your joy with family and […]
Planning a Kid’s Halloween Party
When it comes to one of the most decorated holidays of the year, Halloween, planning a party for your kids Halloween Party may be a great alternative than going house to house. Clowns.com is a team of party experts who understands everything that you need for your next New York kids Halloween party. Allow them to bring […]
Purim Costume Ideas for a Fun Time
There are many Jewish holidays, but Purim is one that is especially festive and fun. Kids parties and carnivals are often held to celebrate Purim. During this occasion, adults and children may dress up in costume as they attend events, as well as to work, school, and synagogues. Purim is known as the “Festival of […]
Spring into Easter & Celebrate!
Easter is all about springtime celebrations, chocolate bunnies, and fluffy marshmallow chicks! It’s the perfect time for families to gather, celebrate, hunt for hidden eggs, and stuff themselves with deliciousness. Plus, for kids especially, Easter bunny traditions are just the icing on the (Easter) cake! Easter and Passover are just a few weeks away–and it’s […]
The Ultimate Kids’ Halloween Party Planning Guide for NYC (and surrounding areas) 2024
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for kids, and what better way to celebrate than with a fantastic party? Planning the perfect Halloween party for your child and their friends in the NYC Tri-State area can seem daunting, but don’t worry! Clowns.com has years of experience with seasonal and holiday […]
Things to ask when you rent a party concession for kid’s parties
Throw a kid’s birthday party that goes beyond cake, ice cream, and party hats when you hire Clowns.com for children’s entertainment. Along with the performers, clowns, magicians, and party characters, add concessions like Snow cones, cotton candy, and buttery popcorn. Before you hire any concession rentals in New York, here are a few things to […]
Tips For Planning a Witch Themed Halloween Party
If you’re as big of a fan of “Hocus Pocus” as we are, then you’ll definitely want to have a witch-themed Halloween party at some point in your life. And since the Sanderson sisters are no longer around to guide us, we’ll give you some help. Here are some go-to-tips for planning the witchiest Halloween […]
Top 10 Christmas Party Treats Kids Will Love
Christmas is a time of year that many children look forward to, and we can easily see why between the parties, presents, and of course, the sweet, decorative treats. From Santa, snowmen, reindeers, candy canes, Christmas trees, to the elves, Christmas party treat ideas are plenty. If you’re hosting a Christmas party this holiday season, consider these […]
Top 10 Christmas Song Playlist
There are so many holiday Christmas songs to select from that narrowing it down to a playlist can be challenging. When you have a Christmas party with both adults and children, it’s important to find the right balance. Try to mix in some old-school holiday classics with the songs of today (or modern takes to the classics). […]
Top 10 Reasons to Hire Clowns.com
When looking to plan the perfect kids’ birthday party, holiday or events, Clowns.com is the best option. There are ten distinct reasons why they are the best choice when planning a memorable experience for you and your party guests. Commitment to Excellence Clowns.com prides themselves on making each event perfect. They enjoy bringing a smile […]
Top 10 Songs for Your Kid’s Halloween Playlist
Whether you’re throwing a party, or just want to get in the mood for Halloween, there’s nothing like a playlist to get your blood pumping. The challenge is finding kid-friendly tracks that are not too graphic or scary. Fortunately, there are plenty of spooktacular songs out there that evoke the mystical wonder of Halloween without […]
TOP 5 Kids Halloween Party Ideas
Each and every Kids Halloween party will require different types of entertainment, depending on the theme, the guests and your particular vision for what the event will be. Here are the TOP 5 Kids Halloween Party Ideas: Have kids come dressed in their preferred costume. This is the classic kids Halloween party. Hire Kids Entertainment, […]