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1. Etiquette says you should not expect free food, except the tradition of cake (and candles and Happy Birthday song) at birthday parties.

2. At children's parties, parents should not expect food for themselves.

3. If the birthday party spans lunch or dinner, the host or hostess should provide something more substantial than cake, but again, you cannot expect it.

4. Be aware that some cultures have meals at completely different times. For example, in our country, lunch starts at 1pm and dinner at 7 or 8 pm. In Spain, it's even later. Since I've been here awhile, I know American children have lunch around noon and dinner perhaps around 6. But others may not know this.
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I fully agree with this!

So let me get this straight op... I am inviting Larlo to a party and j am expected to provide a full meal for Larlo, Larla, Larlo #2, you and your husband plus goody bags for all three? I can not afford to host my sons entire preschool class plus all the siblings plus meals for all and all of the parents. I want to have a simple party with cake and maybe a pizza for the kids celebrating the birthday. What is wrong with this or what do you suggest I do? [/quote]

There are several things you can do. Don't have the party at mealtime and state clearly that cake and punch will be served. Simple.

I still think if you are hosting a non-drop off party you can provide SOMETHING for the parents. A case of water is less than $5. A box of chips is less than $10. A bag of cuties is $5. A large one topping pizza from any large chain is less than $10. Ask them to cut smaller slices. [/quote]

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