http://www.valuablecontent.com en-us http://www.valuablecontent.com N/A frun04@gmail.com Wed, 07 Jan 2009 03:21:06 PST 20 http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/35935/1/Why-Hiring-An-Event-Planner-For-Your-Event-May-Not-Be-Your-Best-Option Many people make mistakes when hiring an entertainer for their wedding reception, birthday party, etc.. One of the biggest mistakes is assuming that going through an entertainment agency is the best route to take. This article provides the pros and cons of using an agency, and will give you the ammunition you need to make an informed decision. Terrence LeBlanc Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/31653/1/How-to-Choose-the-Right-Date%2C-Time-and-Place-for-Your-Child%92s-Birthday-Party Useful tips on the first steps of planning your kid's birthday party from a professional. Shawn Chua AKA Captain Amazing Sun, 13 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/30719/1/How-to-Avoid-a-Wedding-Planning-Disaster So, you're getting married. Marriage can be a great and wonderful experience, but planning for a wedding is always hectic. Flowers, bridesmaids, music, locations. You're no doubt going to need help figuring things out and getting things ready. Read on for several tips on how to avoid wedding planning disasters. Greg Jost Mon, 26 Nov 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27510/1/Zen-and-the-Art-of-Crafting-a-Fabulous-Guest-List Shot In The Dark Mystery Games' Mystery Maiden shares secrets to crafting the perfect guest list for your murder mystery game party. Mystery Maiden Thu, 31 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27420/1/How-to-Keep-your-Surprise-Party-a-Surprise Tips to keep the surprise party you're planning under wraps! Mystery Maiden Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27419/1/In-Your-Honor%3A-Tips-for-throwing-a-party-in-someone%26%2339%3Bs-honor Tips for throwing a party in someone's honor. Mystery Maiden Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27418/1/How-to-play-a-murder-mystery-game This article clears up the mystery of murder mystery games! Mystery Maiden Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27417/1/5-Electric-Tips-for-Creating-a-Buzz-about-Your-Party Create an electric buzz about your upcoming party by following these tips from Shot In The Dark Mysteries! Mystery Maiden Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27416/1/8-Simple-Ways-to-Draw-Non-Suspect-Guests-into-your-Murder-Mystery-Game Easy ways to ensure extra guests are involved in your murder mystery game party! Mystery Maiden Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27415/1/Easy-Murder-Mystery-Game-Party-Prop-and-Decoration-Ideas Tips to decorate for your murder mystery game party! Mystery Maiden Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/27414/1/7-Sanity-Savers-for-Savvy-Hosts-from-Shot-In-The-Dark-Mystery-Games   Mystery Maiden Fri, 25 May 2007 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/22959/1/Honeymooning-in-Jamaica If you want to honeymoon in of the most gorgeous and romantic spots on earth, then let me suggest Jamaica, an island nation in the Caribbean, known for its scenery and amazing weather.   Diane McCalley Fri, 27 Oct 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21028/1/How-To-Wish-Happy-Birthday-In-Different-Languages When it comes to wishing Happy Birthday, originality and uniqueness can make the happy occasion even more special. Wishing your near and dear ones on their happy birthday in different languages can be a fun and educating way for the kids and the adults alike. Here is how, you can wish happy birthday in different languages around the world. Sean Carter Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21027/1/Understanding-The-Zodiacs----Birthday-Ecards-Shine-Light-on-Sun-Signs It is interesting to explore the Zodiacs to have a deeper understanding of human psyche. The ways your friends and family members behave are the consequences of their particular zodiac signs; so it's a nice idea to send a Zodiac birthday ecard that acknowledge the zodiac sign of your dear one, after all, if you really believe in it then the person is what he is because of his zodiac sign!  Sean Carter Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/21026/1/How-You-Can-Forget-About-Forgetting-Birthdays----Three-Easy-Ways-To-Remember-Birthdays Do you always forget the birthdays of your near and dear ones?Remembering someone's birthday and wishing him or her on that day is the easiest way to make someone feel special. Remembering birthdays was a difficult thing until now. Here are a few tips on how you can wish your loved ones right on their birthday! Sean Carter Tue, 01 Aug 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/20945/1/How-To-Throw-An-Unforgettable-Halloween-Party Halloween is one of the biggest "party throwing" occasions of the year, but how do you make your party stand out from the crowd? Get some unique and creative ideas to make your Halloween bash a big hit. John Lenaghan Wed, 26 Jul 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/19458/1/Oktoberfest--Celebrations--Worldwide "Can't make it to Munich, Germany to the official Oktoberfest" "Why not check out one of the many other Oktoberfests celebrated around the world" Jane Roseen Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/19457/1/The-History-of-Oktoberfest Learn about the humble beginnings of Oktoberfest and the grand celebrations held today in Germany. Jane Roseen Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/19046/1/Create-Your-Own-Bastille-Day-Celebration Not everyone has the luxury to travel to France for Bastille Day, but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate the French version of Independence Day right from your home town. Here are some ideas to get you started Jane Roseen Wed, 03 May 2006 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/17964/1/Baby-Shower-Games-Can-Be-Fun-AND-Inexpensive If you are planning a baby shower and are wondering what games to play that are fun for the guests and easy on your budget, there are several types of games for every type of baby shower. Jennifer Barnett Sun, 19 Feb 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/17695/1/Valentine%26%2339%3Bs-Day-for-Dummies Saint Valentine's Day rolls around just once a year. And if you've been married as long as I have, your chances for sex don't come much more often. 'There's always next year' is a fine mantra for a Cubs fan or a Libertarian, but not for a lover. So don't miss your amorous opportunity this year -- heed the following Valentine's Day advice. Charlie Hatton Sat, 04 Feb 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/17343/1/Creative-Valentine-Gifts-for-Her---4-Ideas-That-Will-Make-Her-Adore-You You want to impress her, don't you? You want her to think you're the most amazing guy in the world, don't you? You want her to shower you with hugs and kisses, don't you? Here are 4 creative ideas that can achieve all of those things. Judy Hardaway Tue, 17 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/17114/1/Great-Christening-and-Baptism-Keepsake-Ideas Keepsakes are a wonderful way to honor the memory of a baby's christening or baptism through the years as they grow, both physically and spiritually. Sara Haese Fri, 06 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/17043/1/Buy-Baby-Gift-Items-That-Are-Personalized Get help finding the perfect gift for that special baby.  By personalizing your gift you will be sure to stand out with a gift that will be remembered. Aaron Benbaruch Tue, 03 Jan 2006 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/16687/1/Alcoholic-Drinks-And-Its-Effect-on-Your-Weight-Loss-Program Did you know that the alcoholic drinks and cocktails that's being offered to you contain an incredible number of calories? If you are not careful, the party drinks can be an absolute killer for your weight loss plans during this holiday season. Tracy Lee Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/6928/1/Memory-Foam%3A-The-Perfect-Christmas-Gift-Idea-For-Your-Sweetheart Christmas shopping for that special someone and don't have a clue?  Here are some very popular ideas, in memory foam products, that are guaranteed to please the girl of your dreams.  Select one of these and be her hero. Charles "Chuck" Harmon Mon, 12 Dec 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/1442/1/Fall%92s-Fresh-Flowers-%96-All-About-the-Mums Chrysanthemums are to the fall what tulips are to the spring. Florists have long relied on chrysanthemums because of their long life span of up to two weeks. Fall gardeners enjoy the vitality of the fresh flowers in the yard, while decorators enjoy the flowers' versatility in the home. With their many colors, and various forms, mums have provided happiness for thousands of years.<?xml:namespace prefix = o /><o:p></o:p> Josh Grossman Tue, 11 Oct 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/1341/1/How-to-Write-Your-Own-Baby-Shower-Verses Verses and poetry are a great way to spice up your baby shower invitations and birth announcements. Here are some ideas on how to create your own baby shower verses. Criss White Sun, 02 Oct 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/1340/1/Crafts-for-Baby-Shower-Decorating If you are an artistic or crafty person, then here are some great ideas for crafts to decorate for your baby shower. Criss White Sun, 02 Oct 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/1316/1/How-to-Make-Your-Printable-Bridal-and-Baby-Shower-Games Having a baby or bridal shower? Here are some easy games that you can make for your shower. Criss White Fri, 30 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/1315/1/Types-of-Baby-Shower-Invitations Planning a baby shower? Here are some different types of baby shower invitations that you can give to your guests. Criss White Fri, 30 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/1314/1/Types-of-Baby-Shower-Invitations Planning a baby shower can be a fun but challenging task. One task crucial to many baby showers is picking the right baby shower invitations. Below are some ideas for baby shower invitations. 1) Themed Baby Shower Cards - Baby shower invitations cards are the most common way to invite guests to your special occasion. These cards come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and themes. Some printers will even print your own personalized text onto the card. 2) Candy Wrapper Birth Announcements - Candy wrappers are another popular way to announce a baby shower. The guest will receive a candy bar or other tasty treat and the wrapper will contain the information for the baby shower. 3) Invitation in a Bottle - The invitation in a bottle is a more expensive, but fancy baby shower invitation. A baby shower invitation card will be inserted into a plastic baby bottle. Colored paper and other goodies can also be inserted into the bottle before it is delivered to your guests. 4) Baby Shower Save the Date Magnets - A baby shower magnet with the date of the shower is another great way to invite your guests. When they receive the magnet, they can stick it on their refrigerator to remind them of the date of the shower. 5) Personalized Fortune Cookie Invitation - Yet another unique way to invite your guests is to have the invitation inside a personalized fortune cookie. Invite your friends to dinner and the fortune cookies will contain the surprise baby shower invitation to top off the evening. About the Author - Criss White is a professional web writer on baby and new mother topics for baby and pregnancy websites. To see other related items, go to Baby Shower Themes (http://www.101babyshowerideas.com/themes.htm) and Baby Shower Invitations Wording (http://www.101babyshowerideas.com/invitwording.htm). Note: If you find this article useful, you may reprint it on your website, e-zine, or in your newsletter as long as the credits above remain in tact and the hyperlinks stay active. Criss White Fri, 30 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/909/1/Online-Monument-%96-An-Ever-lasting-Tribute-to-Your-Departed-Loved-Ones In the traditional way, a monument erected in the burial ground would be the most appropriate way to pay tribute to the departed. However beside so, there are actually also lots of other truthful and meaningful way to remembering our loved ones. Ever thought of an online monument? A virtual monument specially erected in memory of your loved ones? Rick Valens Wed, 07 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/908/1/Online-Memorial-%96-A-Dedication-of-Love-for-Your-Departed-Loved-Ones Memory would be considered the best gift you could ever dedicate to your dearly departed loved ones. Don't you like to share with your friends and family, all those wonderful memories you have and so dearly cherished? Telling the world how proud you are to have them, as your most dearly loved ones and how you will always remember them? Rick Valens Wed, 07 Sep 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/791/1/Glow-Stick-Party-Ideas Find out how to brighten up your next party or event. Jill Nelson Sat, 27 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/555/1/Nine-Questions-To-Ask-Yourself-Before-You-Head-To-The-Office-Party Essential business tips for the obligatory office party. Lydia Ramsey Wed, 17 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/514/1/HOW-TO-GET-THE-BEST-ENTERTAINMENT-FOR-YOUR-PARTY%2C-DINNER-OR-EVENT As a professional entertainer with over 20 years experience entertaining at prestigious events in which my audiences have included Movie Stars, Celebrities, U.S. Presidents, Politicians, International Royalty and the Social Elite, I have had the opportunity to see what makes some of these "high end" events successful and others flops, and I would like to share this information with you. Harry Maurer Wed, 17 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/513/1/HOW-TO-HAVE-A-GREAT-PARTY Any party that a business presents is important. It is a reflection of your company's professionalism and care. A bad party can do more damage to morale, business relationships and your corporate image than having no party at all, but the benefits of a successful party are overwhelming! Harry Maurer Wed, 17 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/392/1/Wedding-Day-Hair-Styles---A-Top-Ten-Checklist Ensure your wedding day hair is a delight, not a disaster, using this ten point checklist. Mike Jones Mon, 15 Aug 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/9597/1/Choosing-Wedding-Decorations-To-Fit-Your-Theme Wedding decorations are a very important part of your whole overall theme. It sets the mood for this special day, and presents your guests with a beautiful and memorable setting. From simple and casual to formal and traditional, choosing the right decorations will add drama and style to any wedding. Rose Smith Mon, 27 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/9596/1/Wedding-Invitations---Tips-and-Advice You\'re well into planning your wedding and have finally decided on the design of your wedding invitation. The wording has been chosen and the guest list is well on its way to completion. Here are some additional wedding invitation tips and advice that you should also be aware of. Rose Smith Mon, 27 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/9573/1/Las-Vegas-Catering-for-your-Wedding No wedding celebration will be complete without a delicious repast for the couple and their guests. Whether a simple picnic, hors d'oeuvres, or a complete banquet, your wedding meal should be part of the memories of this exquisite day. Check out the delectable Las Vegas catering options that will accent your festivities. Randy Wilson Sat, 25 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/9491/1/Baby-Shower-Planning-and-Hosting Hosting a baby shower? Here are some tips and suggestions to get you started. Criss White Tue, 21 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/9278/1/How-to-Make-Your-Own-Printable-Invitations-for-Any-Occasion Trying to save money on party invitations? Follow these guidelines to create your own professional invitations, even if you have no art skills. Criss White Sat, 04 Jun 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/9171/1/How-to-Save-Money-on-Wedding-and-Baby-Shower-Favors Buying decorations and favors for weddings and baby showers can be quite costly. Here are some tips that you may want to consider to lower your expenses. Criss White Sat, 28 May 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/8917/1/Love-%3D-TIME-TOGETHER My first real question about love was directed at my mother, when I was about six years old. For some reason I remember it well. The radio was on, my mother was ironing, and I had been listening to the songs. youstop Mon, 09 May 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/8765/1/Wedding-Dresses----How-to-Buy-Dreamy-Wedding-Gowns-Online Wedding dresses are difficult to find online, but you can choose the right wedding gown for your bridal gown needs. Stacey Martin Tue, 26 Apr 2005 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/8332/1/Family-Spring-Outing%3A--Wildflowers-in-Texas Looking for a great weekend outing for the family? Come see the wildflowers in Texas in the spring. The highway medians and hillsides are full of color - bright red, yellow and blue, pink and cream - but you better look out because cars are always pulling off the side of the highway to ogle and take photographs. Susan Dunn Sun, 06 Mar 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/8257/1/%93Let%5C%27s-Celebrate-National-Women%5C%27s-History-Month%21%94 March is National Women\'s History Month and this year\'s theme is \"Women Change America.\" During this month, we acknowledge and honor the role American women have played in our history, with their influence in culture, politics, the family, religion, art, science, education -- in every facet of our lives. If you think it's largely been an "unsung" song, now's your chance. Focus on women's contributions this moth. Educate, inform and praise - yourself and others. Susan Dunn Wed, 02 Mar 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/8124/1/Essential-Advice-for-Your-Wedding-Day You\'ve been engaged for months, you\'ve made it through planning the ceremony, the attire, the reception, the honeymoon, and you haven\'t killed each other yet. The worst is over. When you wake up on the morning of your wedding day, your only job is to go along for the ride, enjoy every moment and make some memories. Read on for essential advice for your wedding day. Keith Kingston Wed, 09 Feb 2005 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/7773/1/Decorating-for-Holidays-When-Short-on-Time-%26-Money Lucky you if you live in the north (of the US). Lucky all of us that nature is plentiful in providing free supplies for decorating our homes for Thanksgiving no matter where we live. Susan Dunn Fri, 12 Nov 2004 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/7760/1/Ten-Tips-for-Affordable%2C-Efficient-Holiday-When-You%92re-Busy-%26-Broke Fall is harvest time so take advantage of the bounty of nature. It's Thanksgiving time, so take advantage of the generosity of others. Some clever hunting and gathering can help you save time and money and still have a festively decorated home for the holidays. Susan Dunn Thu, 11 Nov 2004 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/7750/1/Tips-for-the-Thanksgiving-Pre-Game-Jitters No, I'm not talking about the football game, I'm talking about everyone's coming to your house this year for Thanksgiving and you're getting the pregame jitters. Susan Dunn Tue, 09 Nov 2004 00:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/7574/1/The-Gift-My-Brother-Couldn%5C%27t-Give Midwestern humor and inspiration writer Gary Anderson offers the story of a touching Christmas gift from his brother, who thought he had no gift to give. From his book A Heartland Christmas Collection (Miracles, Marvels, and Mayhem). Gary Anderson Wed, 29 Sep 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/7199/1/Top-Ten%2B-Ways-to-Avoid-Gift-Shopping-Overload Give to charities in your in-law's, employer's, anyone who's got everything's, name. Use mail order: museum catalogs, alternative catalogs. Shop year round: Buy two gifts on each person's birthday and save one for Christmas. Cindy Morus Sun, 25 Jul 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/7164/1/Valentines%5C%27-Day Valentine\'s Day is known as \"the day for lovers\", chocolate candies and roses. It is also considered on of the most distressing days for single women who\'ve yet to embrace it on their terms. Embrace it? Regina English Fri, 23 Jul 2004 00:00:00 PDT http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/30930/1/Ready%2C-Set%2C-Shop-%28Safely%29%21 There's so much happening in the holiday season, and even when we're doing fun things like shopping at the mall, we need to be aware of what' happening around us so we can stay safe. Valerie Nay Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/30928/1/Tips-for-Safe-Driving-During-the-Holidays During the holiday season it is especially important to be mindful of other drivers and take extra precautions on the road for the safety of you and your family. Valerie Nay Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 PST http://www.valuablecontent.com/articles/28788/1/Complete-Guide-To-Wedding-Invitations-%26-Wording A wedding invitation is used to ask guests to attend a wedding. It should provide all the necessary details and the invitation should give your guests an indication of what to expect. Devlin Graham Wed, 31 Dec 1969 16:00:00 PST