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[quote=Anonymous]My daughter has had no gift parties in the past. One year she asked guests to bring a donation for the local animal shelter in lieu of a birthday gift - we gave them a list of suggestions from the shelter. One year, she said she was collecting gifts for Cole's Closet, a local charity that donates items to children in hospitals, and one year we did a book swap -- everyone brought a wrapped book, and then picked a different one when they left. (Two birds, one stone -- also served as a party favor.). The latter worked particular well at a birthday party for multiple kids -- she shared a birthday with 2 other kids in her preschool so we joined efforts with one big party. Most people brought cards for her -- one brought some flowers for her, which was sweet but completely unnecessary. She may have gotten a few gift cards, but since we had an "in lieu of" thing, she didn't get many gifts.[/quote]
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