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Keeping Kids Entertained

The age-old question of how to keep a child entertained is one that continues to pose challenges in the event planning industry. However, there are several creative options that suit a variety of events!

Craft Table

One common idea used to entertain children at events is to set up a craft table. There are many options when creating a craft table. One idea is to gather all the necessary materials for a specific craft and put them in a goodie bag. That way, the children have all the supplies organized and sorted before starting their craft. An even easier way to set up a craft table would be to purchase a butcher paper roll, lay it on a table, and provide crayons. This big, blank canvas can provide children with hours of entertainment!

Movie/Game Room

If you have the space available, consider setting up a movie room! This will help keep kids entertained with minimal disruption to the adults enjoying the event. Another option is to set up a game room. Depending on the ages of the children, you could include toddler toys, board games, or even activities such as ping-pong or air hockey tables!

Outdoor Games

With the beautiful Florida weather, many events in the area are held outdoors. Consider providing outdoor lawn games such as ring toss, corn hole, or giant tic-tac-toe. Not only will these games help to keep the young ones entertained, but they are also becoming a popular trend amongst weddings for adults to enjoy as well!

Photo Booth

Photo booths are another current trend in the event industry. These are a great way to entertain both children and adults, giving them something to do during downtime. Make your photo booth extra fun by making it themed according to your event or by providing props for people to pose with. Not only will people have a blast while using the photo booth, but it is also a great way to provide party favors!

At Grimes Events & Party Tents, we can provide you with all your event rental needs including tents, restroom trailers, tables, chairs, and more! Give us a call today to find out what we can do to make your next event the best one yet!

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Pantone Color of the Year 2021

Pantone, a company best known for its Pantone Matching System (PMS), created a language of colors used by a variety of industries including graphic design, fashion design, product design, printing, and manufacturing. Since 2000, Pantone has chosen a color (or two) each year that they deem fitting for the current times. How do they decide which color should represent the prediction of the next 365 days? Pantone states that the Color of the Year is actually “… a color snapshot of what we see taking place in our global culture that serves as an expression of a mood and an attitude.”

Colors of the Year 2021

Only once before, in 2016, has Pantone decided to match two colors for the Color of the Year. This year, once again, two colors have been chosen.

PANTONE® 17-5104 Ultimate Gray, a color that reflects dependability, composure, and strength.

PANTONE® 13-0647 Illuminating, a color that projects energy, joyfulness, and hope.

After a year filled with hardship, many are looking toward the year 2021 with a refreshed sense of strength and hope. Ultimate Gray might represent the strength we have found within ourselves this past year while Illuminating yellow provides us with hope for the future.

How to Use Them at Your Next Event

Pantone’s Color of the Year 2021 choices can create a great aesthetic for any event. Ultimate Gray will help your guests to feel calm and confident while Illuminating will help them to feel energized and happy. Here a few ways you can mix these colors at your next event:

  • Create an interesting contrast by putting brilliant yellow flowers in gray vases.
  • Use gray tableware to maintain elegance but lay down yellow linens to add a pop of color.
  • If you are renting lounge furniture, incorporate the colors in by adding gray and yellow throw pillows.

The opportunities for this color combination are endless. If you need help planning your next event, reach out to us today! At Grimes Events & Party Tents, we have all your rental needs!