Anonymous
Post 07/25/2015 09:32     Subject: Re:August birthday--nobody's coming to the party
I have an August birthday too, and I think my parents came up with a good solution: We never had a big birthday bash for me, but instead hosted a big Halloween party. People are always in town, and eager to show off their costumes. And there was lots of candy. What's not to love?

Anyway, just an idea for next year!!
Anonymous
Post 07/24/2015 14:14     Subject: August birthday--nobody's coming to the party
DD has a mid August birthday and hasn't had a party in August since she was 5 because of this. One year we did a half birthday in February. That was in mid elementary years. She's in high school now so not a big deal.
Anonymous
Post 07/24/2015 13:31     Subject: August birthday--nobody's coming to the party
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Don't need a backyard -- we had a Bday for my 4 year old and about 9 of her preschool friends just in my house. Set out bagels and brunch stuff for adults and kids alike, and the kids mostly just played with toys in our family room. Everyone enjoyed it. Also, kids that age really like to be the "host" for their friends. I had a few small things planned, like a craft project and pin the tail on the donkey, but they mostly just wanted to play. Get a couple balloons and let them play volleyball.

Also, I'm surprised how many people would be offended by the OP cancelling the party...we're all just trying to do the best we can here, no need to get offended so easily! I would not be offended if you decided to have the party on a date when more folks can come. (You could even invite the folks that did RSVP over for a little playdate.)



Not to stereotype here, but 9 4 year old girls in a house with toys *might* be doable. Try 9 4 year old BOYS in a small house with no backyard and just crafts? Uh, not in my house. Yes I COULD do it but if I had the resources, I would do the party elsewhere.


OP here, just to say that I can barely fit my immediate family in my house!! Plus four-year-olds come with parents who understandably stay.

Anonymous
Post 07/24/2015 13:26     Subject: August birthday--nobody's coming to the party
Also, it not "nobody." It's just low by your expectations. Your child will be happy with 4 other kids to play with.
Anonymous
Post 07/24/2015 13:25     Subject: Re:August birthday--nobody's coming to the party
There are always last minute RSVPs. I would also personally reach out to the ones who have not yet RSVPd.

Did you have an RSVP date?