Grimes Events and Party Tents have been serving the community for years, providing event rentals to create functional designs for clients. With the many events we have serviced, there is a certain level of purpose behind all of them. Big or small, the purpose is present at every event. Even though there is an intention behind every event, the nature behind the intent is what makes the event truly purposeful or not. With the many things going on in the world, we are offered many opportunities as event professionals to make changes with the events we create.
Purposeful events
When planning an event with purpose you or the planner is thinking about it from a non-commercial mindset. The value of this event has a bigger effect than anything we can physically see or gain capital on. An event can be private, corporate, or charitable, all can be done purposely if intended. If the event creates change or brings awareness to a challenging area it successfully served a purpose that ultimately serves the community’s greatest good.
How can I make my event purposeful?
There are a few things that can qualify your event as one that embodies purpose. The more important strategy behind creating a purposeful event is the intent behind the function. Why are you having this event? How is it going to have a long-term positive effect on others? These answers can be very simple or more complex but regardless, the pure intention behind the answers ensures the event is yielding a level of purpose. If you want to give back through your event there are so many ways to do this. Some examples are having a reputable speaker, inviting members of your community who sit in high places, as their presence is a resource to uplift the purpose. Lastly, using admission to give proceeds to an establishment in need.
What makes a purposeful event special?
Having a purposeful event also offers some hidden perks besides being overall beneficial to a cause. One of the biggest highlights of a purposeful event is the transformation it brings. If you promote a purpose at your event, you are also creating a space for the public to engage with the topic or purpose. This engagement works as a catalyst to educate and inform your guest about a purpose you find important. Another thing that makes an event with purpose stand out is the feedback you’ll get after the event. Feedback gives your event exposure that continues far after the event is over. This feedback can also manifest itself as new followers, subscribers, sign-ups, or donations. Overall, this is giving your purpose the support it deserves.
Examples of a purposeful event
When we think of purposeful events, we automatically think of a charitable type of event. Food drives, raising funds for cancer research, helping the homeless, etc. All these events are clearly doing something to give back to a moral cause. Although this is a direct way to create a purposeful event, there are other subtle ways to incorporate purpose in any event.
For example, a wedding. Depending on your theme and time of year for a wedding, the host can incorporate purpose through their personalization. Incorporating information on an important cause in the wedding favor, asking guests to donate to a cause rather than gifts, or ensuring all materials and vendors you’re working with have an ethical and sustainable background, are just some of the ways to bring a deeper purpose to a wedding day.
Here at Grimes Events & Party Tents, we believe in incorporating purpose into everything we do. When we provide essential and well-equipped tent and party rentals, the purpose does not stop there. We are more than creating exceptional event designs. We pride ourselves on being woman-owned and operated. We support women’s rights, encourage power in all women, and support our community. We put this essence in every event we service. Contact Grimes Event & Party Tents to create a beautiful event with a purpose.
A table setting can say a lot about the quality of an event. It’s important to find different details to incorporate into your festivities that will wow guests. This can be easily achieved with a unique table setting at any event.
Linens
Linens are common at many events to give a solid color and finish to any table. It’s important to have basic linens even if they are just white, they are handy to protect tables and party rentals from damage during the event. Not only are they essential for functional purposes, but they also add an element of multi-textural design to tabletops at any event. Event planners can stack colored linens on textured linens to create the desired effect as a base for other toppers on the table setting. In comparison to plastic table covers, quality linens are sure to bring your casual event to an upscale environment.
Serving Dishes
Your table setting is only as good as your serving wear. If you are looking to create a formal atmosphere having decorative serving dishes will create the essence of excellence. Detailed serving dishes that match the color or theme of your event will surely impress guests. Although there are a lot of plastic dupes for table wear that look great, if you’re looking to go formal, heavier materials like metal, glass, and ceramic will give your event an expensive feel even on a budget! Using these materials is also helpful in creating less waste with their reusable nature of the serving dishes. Grimes Events and Party Tents’, Antique Chargers are a great example of a luxurious design element.
Pop of color
Working with color on your table setting is sure to take a table setting to another level. Small splashes of color can add a personal touch while also catching the guest’s attention. Colors can range from bright to subtle when considering a formal layout for your event. Flowers, napkins, nameplates, and chargers are a few personal touches that can be paired with a signature color for your event.
Greenery is a foolproof addition to take your table settings go from casual to formal. A variety of plants can add a fresh and elegant look to any table setting no matter the event. Paired with neutral linens and gold and bronze serving dishes, you can create a beautiful earthy but formal table setting.
Grimes Event & Party Tents works to combine all these decorative elements to create the perfect event specialized for the client. With extra care and detail, you can take these elements and amplify them to go from casual and cute to a formal extravaganza.
Cooking for a large group of people just got easier! Grimes Events & Party Tents has everything you need when it comes to catering rentals.
Cook the Food
Convection Oven – Our portable convection ovens work similarly to the oven found in most homes. They use a fan and exhaust system that circulates hot air to ensure the dishes on every rack cook evenly. Our convection ovens come in large or small and both options are equipped with wheels for ease of use.
Propane Grill – It’s time to fire up the grill! Whether you’re grilling up some hamburgers and hotdogs or grilling some vegetables, our propane grill can handle anything you need.
Gas Deep Fryer – The options are endless when it comes to our deep fryers! From French fries to fried chicken, churros to fried dough, rent a dent a deep dryer to give your guests both sweet and savory snacks!
Popcorn Machine – Add a bit of fun to your party by renting a popcorn machine! Its carnival-themed look provides a pop (pun intended) of color to your décor while delivering a tasty treat that all your guests will enjoy!
Keep It Warm
Warming Cabinet – You’ve cooked the food, now it’s time to keep it warm. If you’re hosting a sit-down dinner, all the food must be ready to serve at the same time. Warming cabinets keep prepared food safe and warm until it’s time to be served.
Steam Table – Perhaps you’re planning to serve food to your guests buffet-style. Our steam tables come with three pans to hold food. The food is kept warm using steam that comes from boiling water directly beneath the pans.
Chafing Dish – Similar to a steam table, chafing dishes keep food warm for roughly 2 to 6 hours using the steam from boiling water. Individual chafing dishes are more portable than a steam table and allow for a more customized buffet layout. Chafing dishes can also be used to keep food chilled by filling the bottom tray with cold water and ice.
Heat Lamp – Sometimes the simplest of products offer the best solution! If you anticipate only needing to keep dishes warm for a short time, consider renting heat lamps.
Grimes Events & Party Tents has everything you need to throw the perfect party – tents, tables, chairs, tableware, and so much more! Contact us today at 561-853-8368 to get started!
Event planning is not for the faint of heart. Hiring an event planner can help bring the event you’re dreaming of to life while simultaneously relieving much of the stress that comes with the planning process. If you’re working with an event planner, make sure to get the most out of the experience by keeping these things in mind!
They’re On Your Side – Trust Them
Event planners do this for a living! Having experienced all the ups and downs of numerous events, they know what will result in a major success or a total failure. Your event planner should be listening to your desires but remember to take their advice if they say something won’t end well and work with them to come up with a creative solution!
Be Honest
It’s important to speak openly and honestly with your event planner. They are there to help create a perfect vision for your event! The only way to do this is to share your wants, goals, and opinions with them. If they suggest an idea you’re not crazy about, just tell them! It’s better to be honest in the beginning than to end up with an event that doesn’t turn out how you dreamt it would.
Let Them Do the Work
One of the most beneficial parts of hiring an event planner is getting the chance to relax and enjoy your event! While it may be tempting to have an active hand in the planning process, remember, you hired them for a reason. Especially with large-scale events, there are simply too many details for any one person to tend to. By hiring an event planner, you must be prepared to relinquish part of the control.
While providing chairs for guests at an event may seem like a mundane task, there are plenty of opportunities to have fun with it! Decorating chairs is a great, cost-effective way to add to your event décor. Depending on what your event décor style is, there are several ways you can decorate your chairs!
Play With Fabrics
One of the most popular ways to decorate chairs is by using fabric. There is a wide variety of fabrics that you can use including satin, lace, chiffon, or burlap. Chiavari chairs are the best option if you plan on using fabric to decorate. The fabric can be draped over the top of the chair and collected behind it using a decorative tie. It could also be interlaced through the back of the chair in an intricate pattern. Another idea is to wrap the fabric around the back of the chair and tie it in a big bow.
Wrap It in Ribbons
Ribbons are a highly underrated décor piece. They can be used for any number of things, including decorations for your chairs! Ribbons come in a myriad of colors and textures to match whatever the aesthetic of the event is. Try tying several ribbons to the top bar of the chair and allowing them to hang down the back, creating a sort of curtain. Or tie a single ribbon into a bow on one of the top corners of the chair for a simple yet elegant look.
Fabulous Florals
As always, florals are a great way to decorate any event. They are highly versatile and allow you to incorporate natural elements into your décor. When it comes to decorating chairs, one idea is to hang small bouquets or floral wreaths off the back of the chairs. For chairs that won’t be moving during the event, try hanging small vases filled with flowers from one of the top corners of our white padded chairs. For example, if you have rustic event décor, hang a mason jar using twine and fill it with wildflowers.
Make It Personal
One of the big trends for events in 2021 is personalized elements. The more personal an event is made to be, the more likely your guests are to remember it! Consider having personalized signs made to hang on the back of the chairs. At the end of the event, let your guests take them home as a party favor!
No matter what your event is or what aesthetic you are going for, Grimes Events & Party Tents can help bring your vision to life! Contact us today at 561-853-8368 to get started!
