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EASY WAYS
to Make a Kid Feel Special Birthdays don’t have to be blow outs. Celebrate your child with a special outing or experience she’ll love by knowing her temperament. The day your child was born is a day to celebrate and to make him feel special. Birthday parties are fun, but they can be a lot of work and the costs can quickly add up. If you decide to skip the birthday party, it doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate big. Here are some ideas to make sure your child’s birthday is special. (please turn the page)
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Celebrate Without a Party • Go to the movies • Visit an amusement park • Have dinner out at a favorite spot • Go bowling • Take a day trip to a neighboring town • Attend a sporting event • Visit the zoo or favorite attraction • Let your child pick a place to go
How to Make a Kid Feel Special: You bake the cake
A great way to make your child feel special is to bake his cake yourself. Choose flavors and colors or themes your child loves and get siblings involved in the preparation. Kids typically don’t care about whether the cake is perfectly decorated, they are happy with a cake that is made just for them.
Balloon avalanche
When your child goes to sleep the night before their birthday, decorate the house with balloons or birthday decor. Try taping a disposable tablecloth to the outside of the door jam and fill the space between with balloons. When your child opens the door, they will be greeted with a balloon avalanche that is sure to put a big smile on his face.
Kid’s choice
When you are planning the day, consider your child’s favorites. Plan the day’s meals around your child’s favorite foods. Choose things that you typically do not serve to make the day more special. If you will go on an outing or if you will be dining out, let the child choose the location.
Document the day
Create a list of questions to ask your child on their birthday such as “Who is your best friend?” or list TV shows, songs, foods, etc. Record the answers in a safe place and repeat each year. It’s fun to look back and see how your child has changed and matured over the years.
Tell their story
Kids love to hear stories about the day they were born, the cute things they did as a baby, or how you prepared for their arrival. Spend part of the day telling favorite stories about your child, they are sure to love it. As parents, we often feel like we have to spend a lot to make our child’s birthday special when this is truly not the case. With a little extra planning, your child’s day can be just as special — if not more special — than any party you can throw.
Know Your Child’s Temperament To Plan the Day
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ny parent of more than one child knows that every child is different and will react differently when faced with the same situation. While it is important to be fair to all children, adjusting your parenting style to fit the needs of each child can help with their development and behavior long term. One of your children may wish to have a small celebration such as an outing with one friend to the zoo, while another may want the whole world to know that she’s turned 6. As a mom of six, I have to constantly check myself and my interactions with each child to make sure I am using the best techniques to fit the individual child. I have one child who will almost always do what I ask, the first time I ask. I have another that needs repeated reminders to complete the same task and another that forgets to do the task, but is hurt by reminders because it makes him feel incompetent. For this child I have to wait for him to remember on his own or ask questions that prompt him to remember such as “Do you have practice today?” which causes him to
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remember that he needs to bring the clothes he would have otherwise forgotten. How does one go about adjusting your parenting style to fit your child? As a parent, you are the expert on your child. Take note of how they respond to different kinds of discipline, rewards, and encouragement. What types of situations are the most troubling for them and where do they excel the most? Read articles and books on parenting and discipline styles, talk to their teachers and other caregivers, and ask your child about their feelings. This will help you understand their temperament and give you an idea of what might work best when it comes to helping them face challenging situations and even celebrating them. How kids handle stress can be a great indicator of the best way to judge what type of response they need most from you. I have one child who needs a hug when he is upset, another who finds physical activity is the best way to release stress, and another who wants someone to listen while she talks about her feelings.
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A Smashing 1st Birthday Party Babies don’t require a lot for their first birthday — but you might. Avoid the tendency to over-do and keep your party easy and light. 18january june 2021 14 2022
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he best tidbit of news you’ll hear about a first birthday party for your baby is THEY DON’T CARE! They don’t care if you knock yourself out or if you just have a few friends over. They won’t be aware if it’s a huge party or a little one, but you can guarantee if they start wail-
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Top Tips for Baby’s First Party Easy does it is the modus operandi for your baby’s first birthday. It’s about HIM, afterall. • When planning, start three weeks ahead by choosing a weekend date. Jot down guests (keep it small), decorations, refreshments and activity ideas. Mail evites or snail invitations • Make sure Baby is well-rested before the party • Dress Baby in a cute party outfit • Take photos of your sweetie before guests arrive. • During the party, have someone else take photos so you can tend to your child • Inside or out, you don’t really need a theme, but if you want one, stick with something your baby loves — a story book or color can be a theme
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he big moment for the smash cake can be anticlimactic if Baby doesn’t want to cooperate! Of course, guests will want to
• If you can’t stand the idea of smashing a beautiful cake, opt for a cupcake instead • Play games that Baby likes to play like “Patty Cake,” and have activities she enjoys, too, like bubbles, rolling balls, a water table, a swingset or sand box, fingerpainting. Also, play children’s music (not adult rock and roll!) • Know that you may need to whisk Baby away in the event she becomes overwhelmed by people, noise and expectations
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with the cake. To make a successful smash, follow these guidelines from local photographers: • Be aware of Baby’s mood. An energetic and happy baby is a playful baby, not a tired or grouchy (tired!) one. Know that happy baby = good photos. • Make sure your smash cake is at room temperature — Baby can’t smash a frozen cake! • Have towels, paper towels and baby wipes nearby. • Prepare Baby for the cake. Give your little one bites of cake in the days before your party to prepare her for the smash cake moment. • Do your smash cake on the floor and have guests sit, too. • Strip Baby down or put her in a t-shirt and diaper cover so she can make a mess. Don’t spoil her birthday outfit with blue icing! • Relax and prepare to have fun! • Let her get dirty! • Prepare yourself to get dirty, too, since smash cakes can be very messy. • Be sure your photographer is ready and have him take LOTS of photos. • Some babies don’t like certain colors of cakes. Try sticking with a white smash cake.
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BIG BOOK OF BIRTHDAYS! NASHVILLE ADVENTURE PARK AT NASHVILLE MYADVENTUREPARK.COM 801 PERCY WARNER BLVD, NASHVILLE | 615-610-9500 Includes all necessary climbing equipment, a reserved picnic table and more. $33 per person during the week; $37 per person during the weekend.
ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER ADVENTURESCI.COM 800 FORT NEGLEY BLVD. NASHVILLE | 615-862-5160 Get the party room for two hours, general admission to ASC and an educational program for 10 (min.) - 50 (max) kids. Cost is $400 for members, $450 for non-members. ADVENTUREWORKS ADVENTUREWORKS.COM 1300 NARROWS ROAD KINGSTON SPRINGS
615-297-2250 — AND — 4129 WHITES CREEK PIKE WHITES CREEK 615-297-2250 Regular admission applies, but special rates may be available upon request. ALTITUDE TRAMPOLINE PARK ALTITUDETRAMPOLINEPARK. COM 3432 LEBANON PIKE NASHVILLE | 615-455-5800
Cost is $199.99 per 10 jumpers on weekdays; $239.99 on weekends; $389.99 per 20 jumpers on weekdays, $439.99 on weekends. Includes two hours of jump time and a reserved table in the main party room. BELLE MEADE HISTORIC SITE BELLEMEADEPLANTATION. COM/BIRTHDAY-PARTIES 110 LEAKE AVE., NASHVILLE 615-356-0501, EXT. 31 Kids can celebrate their birthdays (please turn the page)
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Parties! the frontier way with four different themed parties: Fishing at the Creek, Tea Party, Pony Party and Civil War Soldier. Parties are $25 per child with a 15 child minimum. Gift bags are an extra $5 a child. BEST PARTY EVER FACEBOOK.COM/NASHVILLESBESTCHARACTERS 615-922-0025 Rent from more than 60 costumed characters. BOOST GYMNASTICS NASHVILLE.BOOSTGYMNASTICS.COM 11 VAUGHNS GAP ROAD, NASHVILLE 615-352-8533 The cost is $300 for up to 16 kids (birthday child gets in free). for one-and-a-half hours with a coach for trampoline, obstacle course and rope swing as well as balloons, refreshments and more.
BRUSHFIRE POTTERY STUDIO BRUSHFIREPOTTERY.COM 4004 HILLSBORO PIKE, STE. 150, NASHVILLE | 615-385-5334 Five packages range from $194 $226 for up to eight artists, plus a create-your-own with a $7 studio fee and $15 pottery minimum per child. Packages include the party area, balloons, a handprint plate to decorate, a free studio fee coupon for each painter and more. Bring your own food and drinks. BUMBLEBEE RENTALS BUMBLEBEERENTALS.COM 615-999-2168 Rent an assortment of bounce houses, personalized yard signs, giant Jenga, giant Connect 4 and more. CENTENNIAL SPORTSPLEX NASHVILLE.GOV/PARKS 222 25TH AVE. N., NASHVILLE 615-862-8480, EXT. 72502 Cost is $90 - $100 for up to 10 kids ($7 each additional) includes skate rental and party areas. Add private instruction for $50. Each
party area has two picnic tables for your use. Swim parties start at $140 for 10 kids. CHARLES HARDING GYMNASTICS CHARLESHARDINGGYMNASTICS.COM 1200 NORTHGATE BUSINESS PKWY., MADISON 615-860-0190 One hour of games & gymnastics, plus 30 minutes of food, ice cream and presents. $195 for 10 kids ($10 each additional). CHUCK E. CHEESE’S CHUCKECHEESE.COM 5312 HICKORY HOLLOW PKWY. ANTIOCH | 615-731-0271 — AND — 2070 GALLATIN ROAD N. MADISON | 615-589-0859 Four packages range from $13.99 - $18.99 a child and include pizza, party host, games and other activities. Each package has a $50 non-refundable deposit. CLIMB NASHVILLE CLIMBNASHVILLE.COM 3600 CHARLOTTE AVE. NASHVILLE | 615-463-7625 Cost is $300 for 10 kids ($16 each additional) includes gear, belayers and a party area for two hours duration time. Bring your own food.
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DANCE IN BLOOM DANCEINBLOOM.COM 7982 COLEY DAVIS ROAD NASHVILLE | 615-662-4819 Cost is $175 for up to 15 kids ($5 each additional) includes studio space for one-and-ahalf hours. You get 45 minutes of activity — themes are ballet, hip hop and general movement.
DAVE & BUSTER’S DAVEANDBUSTERS.COM/ NASHVILLE 540 OPRY MILLS DRIVE, NASHVILLE 615-970-3800 Five party packages range from $23.99 - $33.99 per person. Includes gaming, food, unlimited soft drinks and more. D-BAT NASHVILLE DBATNASHVILLE.COM 7006 WESTBELT DR. NASHVILLE | 615-866-3228 Two hours of baseball birthday fun where kids get to do hitting drills, play wiffleball, kickball and dodgeball and enjoy fun in a party room. D-Bat does everything except food and drink. Flat rate of $300. FORD ICE CENTER/ NASHVILLE PREDATORS FORDICECENTER.COM 5264 HICKORY HOLLOW PLACE ANTIOCH | 615-742-4399 7638 B HWY 70 S, NASHVILLE 615-744-6640 Parties start at $350 for 10 kids (Predators season ticket holders get 15 percent off). Includes skating, rental, pizza, drinks, ICEEs, decorated party room and host. Birthday child gets a Kids Club Rookie membership plus a Preds autographed puck. Add on a visit from Gnash, private skate lessons and more. GABY’S GYMNASTICS SCHOOL GABYSGYM.NET 1186 ANTIOCH PIKE NASHVILLE | 615-331-8111 Get 45 minutes of gymnastics, trampoline, games and rope swinging fun followed with 45 minutes in the party room with balloons. Cost is $150 for up to 10 kids ($5 each additional). HERMITAGE STRIKE & SPARE FAMILY FUN CENTER STRIKEANDSPARE.COM/HERMITAGE 3436 LEBANON ROAD, HERMITAGE | 615-883-8900 The Basic party is $13.95 per child for one hour of bowling while the Ultimate party is $17.95 for two hours. Pizza and soft drinks included. Both packages must meet a six-person minimum. Pizza, drinks, ice cream and balloons, too. You bring the cake.
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KNOCKERBALL (WALK WITH JOHN ENTERTAINMENT) WALKWITHJOHN.COM/KNOCKERBALL-MIDDLE-TENNESSEE RIVERGATE MALL 1000 RIVERGATE PKWY., STE. 1831 | 615-800-7266 Two-hour party packages start at $175 for five kids ($15 each additional). Includes set up, celebration, a one-hour art project and more. LITTLE ART HOUSE LITTLEARTHOUSENASHVILLE. COM 2104 ACKLEN AVE. NASHVILLE | 615-933-9644 Two-hour party packages start at $175 for five kids ($15 each additional). Includes set up, celebration, a one-hour art project and more. MUSIC CITY INDOOR KARTING MUSICCITYINDOORKARTING. COM 400 DAVIDSON ST., STE. 403, NASHVILLE | 615-242-3275 Two racing packages with mini golf and more ranging from $45 - $58 per child (minimum of eight racers). Must be 4’6” to race and 4’ for inflatables. MUSIC CITY ALL STARS MUSICCITYALLSTARS.COM 215 GOTHIC COURT FRANKLIN | 615-915-1047 One hour of dancing/guided activities for children; 30 minutes in the party room; custom invitations; party host; princess dress up and more for $229. NASHVILLE SHORES NASHVILLESHORES.COM 4001 BELL ROAD HERMITAGE | 615-889-7050 Splash Bash Party Package is $525 for 12, pizza, water, lemonade, cake and private party area for four hours. NASHVILLE SOUNDS AT FIRST TENNESSEE PARK NASHVILLESOUNDS.COM 19 JUNIOR GILLIAM WAY, NASHVILLE | 615-690-4487 Parties for 10 or more kids are $30 per person. Parties include one general admission ticket, reserved party space in the Pepsi Pavilion with hospitality host, a free round of mini-golf, a Happy Birthday scoreboard message in game, a Sounds Mini-Bat for the birthday kid, pizza, hot dogs, drinks, ice cream and more.
NASHVILLE ZOO NASHVILLEZOO.ORG 3777 NOLENSVILLE ROAD, NASHVILLE | 615-833-1534 The Zoo is reconfiguring its birthday parties at press time. Call for parties which should be booking fairly soon. RIVERGATE SKATE CENTER RIVERGATESKATECENTER.COM 119 GLEAVES ST. MADISON | 615-868-7655 Cost is $199 for 10 guests, which includes 45 minutes in the party room, skating, rental, pizza, soft drinks, paper products & invites ($16 each additional guest). Rent the entire rink for $520 for 40 guests for two hours, and you control the music. TREETOP ADVENTURES AT NASHVILLE SHORES NASHVILLESHORES.COM 4001 BELL ROAD HERMITAGE 615-889-7050 Cost is $449 for 12 guests ages 7 & older and includes zips, tunnels, bridges and other challenges. Plus, pizza, private guide, cake and bottled water.
CHUCK E. CHEESE CHUCKECHEESE.COM 1720 OLD FORT PKWY. MURFREESBORO 615-907-6446 Four packages range from $13.99 - $18.99 a child and includes pizza, party host, games and other activities. Each package has a $50 non-refundable deposit. CLIMB MURFREESBORO CLIMBNASHVILLE.COM 1660 MEMORIAL BLVD. MURFREESBORO 615-280-8460 Cost is $300 for 10 kids ($16 each additional) includes gear, belayers and a party area for two hours duration time. Bring your own food. DISCOVERY CENTER AT MURFREE SPRINGS EXPLORETHEDC.ORG 502 S.E. BROAD ST. MURFREESBORO 615-890-2300 Adventure parties on weekends with your choice of five different themes are $175 for 20 guests. Private parties are also available for $335 for up to 40 guests. See amenities and themes online.
Parties! LANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES LTADEPOT.COM 450 BUTLER DR. MURFREESBORO 615-663-9927 Party packages ranging from $80 for a pizza/bowl party to a Super Glow Party for $25 per guest. SKY ZONE MURFREESBORO SKYZONE.COM/MURFREESBORO 1220 NW BROAD ST. MURFREESBORO | 615-987-0102 Choose between four party rooms (for your size group). Six different party packages range from $49 for six kids up to $459 for 18 kids. Pricing depends on length of time, food & drinks. PHAZER KRAZE PHAZERKRAZELASERTAG.COM 252 RIVER ROCK BLVD. MURFREESBORO (please turn the page)
WAVE COUNTRY NASHVILLE.GOV/PARKS 2320 TWO RIVERS PKWY., NASHVILLE | 615-885-1092 Available daily, parties cost $150 for 10; up to $300 for 25. Parties include a private area, reserved floats and a shout-out to the birthday child.
RUTHERFORD BEYOND AQUATICS BEYONDAQUATICS.COM 236 ROBERT ROSE DR. MURFREESBORO 615-962-9500 Pool parties for two ($385) three ($589), or four ($785.81) hours. Enjoy a private heated pool that glows in the dark, sensory experiences, LED lights, music, pool toys and reception area. Bring your own refreshments.
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Parties! 615-895-6950 Lazer game party packages from hourly to lock-ins and ranging in price from $175 for five guests to $425 for up to 50 guests. THE POTTERY PLACE THEPOTTERYPLACEAVENUE. COM 2615 MEDICAL CENTER PKWY. STE 470, MURFREESBORO 615-893-5556 Choose the “Orange Ya Happy” party for $17 per painter with a minimum of eight painters or the “Hot Tamale” for $22 per painter. Both include the party foom for 90 minutes; one pottery piece created and fired. BYO refreshments for “Orange Ya Happy.” SKATE CENTER WEST SKATEANDPLAY.COM 849 COLLEGE ST. MURFREESBORO 615-895-1403 Parties available. SMYRNA OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CENTER SMYRNAOUTDOORADVENTURECENTER.ORG 100 SAM RIDLEY PKWY., E. SMYRNA | 615-459-9710 Rent a party room for up to 24
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Parties range from $100 - $549, which can include bowling, skating, bumper cars, glow golf, pizza, cupcakes and more. Lots of add-ons.
SMYRNA SKATE CENTER SKATECENTERSMYRNA.COM 1505 PLAZA DR. SMYRNA | 615-459-7655 Saturday skating parties are booked between 12 and 4 p.m. $199.95 for the first 10 kids; $16.95 for each additional child. Included are admission, skate rental, 45 minutes in the party room, soft drinks, one slize of pizza, paper goods, a hostess. You bring the cake.
ALL AIR EXTREME TRAMPOLINE PARK ALLAIREXTREME.COM 170 E MAIN ST #200 HENDERSONVILLE 615-537-2510 Cost ranges from $235 - $510 and includes: one hour & 30 minutes Flight Ticket. Exclusive use of the party room for 30 minutes. Party hostess, plates, utensils, cups, and napkins (guests are welcome to bring any themed paper goods or decorations). Complimentary grip socks for every jumper. Drink for every jumper. Birthday surprise for the birthday jumper.
SPORTS*COM MURFREESBOROTN.GOV 2310 MEMORIAL BLVD. MURFREESBORO 615-895-5040 Rent the indoor pool for $50 per hour for up to 50 swimmers. Boro Beach’s opening is delayed due to construction.
SUMNER ADVENTURE ALLEY ADVENTUREALLEY.COM W. MAIN ST. HENDERSONVILLE 615-590-4386
CHEERVILLE ATHLETICS CHEERVILLE.COM/FACILITIES/ HENDERSONVILLE 330 ROCKLAND ROAD HENDERSONVILLE 615-447-3299 Cheer-themed parties cost $180 with no minimum on guests and includes bounce house with slides, 40’ trampoline that leads into a crash pit, 11,000 square feet of added play space for activities and two hours in the gym playtime. Add-ons available.
GIGGLES & GLAM SALON GIGGLESANDGLAMSALON. COM 300 INDIAN LAKE BLVD., STE. D200, HENDERSONVILLE 615-989-1335 Eight themed parties for girls are $350 each for 10 kids, ranging from “Splendid Spa” to “Magical Mermaids.” Includes party hosts, decorations and favors, cupcakes, balloons, hair & makeup salon services, and more. Lots of add-ons. HENDERSONVILLE STRIKE & SPARE FAMILY FUN CENTER STRIKEANDSPARE.COM/HENDERSONVILLE 90 VOLUNTEER DRIVE HENDERSONVILLE 615-824-5685 Five packages start with the Private Softplay Party for ages 6 & younger (starting at $200) up to the Extreme Party ($21.25 per child) that includes bowling, unlimited wristband for skating, trampolines, laser tag, go karts, bumper cars and more. HOLDER FAMILY FUN CENTER HOLDERFAMILYFUN.COM 683 S. WATERS AVE., GALLATIN | 615-575-4386460 Parties range from $60 - $150, which can include bowling, laser tag, cosmic bowling, pizza, cupcakes and more. HOPPITY HOP INFLATABLE PLAY CENTER HOPPITYHOPINFLATABLEPLAYCENTER.COM 143 NEW SHACKLE ISLAND ROAD, HENDERSONVILLE 615-265-8020 Parties for eight - 24 kids range from $189 - $399 and include private bouncing for two hours. Lots of new items like the mechanical bull and prospector gem mine. Add-on options include food, balloons, ice cream and more. KNOCKERBALL (SEE NASHVILLE LISTING)
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BRENTWOOD SKATE CENTER BRENTWOODSKATECENTER. COM 402 WILSON PIKE CIRCLE BRENTWOOD | 615-373-861 Book a “Prime-Time Party” for Saturday (between 11 a.m. 5:30 p.m.) or Sunday (between 1 - 5 p.m.) for 45 minutes in the
party room for 10 guests ($199). Price includes admission, skate rental, one slice of pizza per child, cold drinks, paper products, two free chaperone tickets and a light-up necklace for the birthday child. You provide cake/ candles (cannot bring without reserving a party room.) CHIC PETITE CHICPETITEBRENTWOOD. COM 4916 THOROUGHBRED LANE BRENTWOOD | 615-703-7108 Princess Parties ($300 for minimum of five girls) include spa services and live princess activities; Oh LaLa Tea Party ($250); Princess Storytime ($200) or Rock-n-Roll Girls ($250). Includes drink and free digital invites. Bring your own food. Extra kids are $30 each. CHUCK E. CHEESE CHUCKECHEESE.COM 3073 MALLORY LANE FRANKLIN | 615-771-0708 Four different party packages ranging from “Star”to “Ultimate Super Star” include game tokens, pizza, drinks, a birthday show and more. Packages range from $15.99 - $30.99 per child and include pizza, party host, games and other activities. DEFY NASHVILLE DEFY.COM 1945 MALLORY LANE BRENTWOOD | 615-619-3544 Save 20 percent on weekday parties. Three different party levels include jump time, private party room, party host, invites, pizza & soda and more, starting at $23 per jumper for a minimum of 10 jumpers. DIGITAL WORLD DIGITALWORLDSVR.COM 1647 MALLORY LANE BRENTWOOD | 615-538-7514 Book the whole location for your event and enjoy seven virtual reality stations. One hour on weekdays is $250; weekends (including Fridays) is $299. Can also book up to three hours. Table provided for refreshments and presents. EXTREME GAMES EXTREMEESCAPEGAMES.NET 1735 GALLERIA BLVD. #1015 FRANKLIN | 615-332-5535 Groups of any size can party here; party rooms hold 12 people, but a big party room can be used for celebrations with larger groups.
Lucky Ladd Farm offers farm parties for kids and you can add on activities, too. LET IT SHINE GYMNASTICS LISGYM.COM 1892 GENERAL GEORGE PATTON DRIVE FRANKLIN | 615-369-3547 Parties on Friday evenings or Saturdays. “Tiny Tumblers” party for ages 2 - 4 (Tiny Tumbler’s Room) ($250/$225 for active members) includes one hour and forty-five minutes of playtime followed by refreshments in a party room. Trampoline, bounce house, roller coaster ride, toddler gym equipment included. Parties also available for ages 4 - 12 (Main Gym). Parties for older children by special arrangement. LUCKY LADD FARM LUCKYLADDFARMS.COM 4374 ROCKY GLADE ROAD EAGLEVILLE | 615-274-3786 Farm parties with unlimited play time, a pony ride for the birthday child, four picnic tables for two hours, animal feed for the group, lemonade. Party add-ons available include pony rides for all kids, gem mining, coloring books and more. Cost is $19.99 per guest with a minimum of 10; $16.99 for a minimum of 20 guests.
THE MONKEY’S TREEHOUSE THEMONKEYSTREEHOUSE. COM 91 SEABOARD LANE, STE. 103 BRENTWOOD | 615-942-7911 For children 8 and younger. Parties can be semi-private or private, weekday or weekend. Price depends on choice. Weekday with party room is $139; weekend is $279. Parties include party room, paper products, party host (except for weekday semiprivate). Additional items for extra fees. MY GYM BRENTWOOD MYGYM.COM/BRENTWOOD 330 FRANKLIN ROAD BRENTWOOD | 615-371-5437 615-371-5437 Party is $290 and includes two party specialists, one-and-a half hours for 15 kids, balloons, paper goods. SPARK - AN ART STUDIO PINSPIRATION BRENTWOOD SPARKARTBRENTWOOD.COM PINSPIRATION.COM/LOCA213 FRANKLIN ROAD TIONS/BRENTWOOD BRENTWOOD 91 SEABOARD LANE , STE. 108 615-483-9847 | 629-202-7498 BRENTWOOD Children’s glassinclude art parties are Splatter Parties private $250 space for up for to 10 6 party 1.5guests hours, ages Splatter -Experience 12 and $20for per additional guest. all guests, an alco-
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