Birthday Party Planner
Akron Fossils & Science Center
2080 S. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Akron
330-665-3466, kids@akronfossils.com
www.akronfossils.com
Party place/facility
Hold a dino-mite birthday party in a private party room with its own fossil dig pit. Enjoy free admission to the outdoor adventure land, Truasic Park, which includes a 56-foot slide, 200-foot zip line and a helicopter swing. Science experiments are optional. The birthday child gets a free gift, and guests get treat bags.
And Everything Nice
info@and-everything-nice.biz, www.and-everything-nice.biz
Party supplies
We specialize in high-quality photo birth announcements, invitation, favors, thank-you notes and more. From birth to weddings, to everything in between, we’ve got you covered. You’re sure to find everything you need here. Use coupon code AKRONFAMILY to get 10 percent off.
Andy's Parties
330-497-3FUN, 330-266-1441, steve@andysparties.com, www.andysparties.com
Entertainment
We do it all from set-up to clean-up. Andy’s Parties is a full-service children’s party and event planning company. Our parties include great games, craft activities, music, awesome stuffed goodie bags, all food, drinks and supplies, set-up, clean-up and more, all led by our fun and energetic staff.
Beary Fun Parties
216-990-2538, BearyFunParties.com
Entertainment
Teddy bear stuffing parties are available at any location. We come to you. Choose from a wide assortment of animals.
The Bill Gang Magic Show
440-979-1468, WJGMagic@hotmail.com
Entertainment
Bill provides entertainment for all occasions, featuring a magic show, close-up magic, strolling magic and balloon sculptures. It’s always amazing, always fun and always age-appropriate. Bill has been a professional magician for more than 30 years.
Bojangles Clown
216-346-5016, bobojangles@sbcglobal.net, www.bojangleshome.biz
Entertainment
Professional clown entertainment for children’s party’s, corporate, church or school functions, weddings, festivals, etc. Entertainers are skilled and can provide balloon sculpturing, face painting, clown magic, song and dance, storytelling, stage shows and minstrel shows. Events can be themed or tailored to fit your needs. You bring the smiles; we’ll bring the fun.
Brian West Enterprises
440-429-5650, brianbeth84@yahoo.com, BrianWestEntrprises.com
Entertainment
Pony Parties. Our ponies and horses start at very small to larger ones for bigger kids. Our ponies come dressed for a party with ribbons, hats and bows. Get us the theme of the party, and we will make every attempt to have the pony in that party hat and design.
Capt'n Williie's Pirate Parties & Boardwalk Gifts
440-871-5070
captnwillie63@aol.com
www.captnwillie.com
Entertainment
Capt'n Willie "The Great Lakes Pirate" is not your traditional birthday party entertainer. By combining education and entertainment, he provides children ages 3-8 with an edutainment experience. Are you ready to "get silly with Capt'n Willie and learn something too."
Center Stage Studio
6928 Hillside Road, Independence
216-901-1914
centerstage6928@att.net
Party Place/facility
Center Stage Studio of Dance offers classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, musical theater, pointe and contemporary for ages 2 1/2 to adult. We also host birthday parties or themed parties (i.e. Hawaiian luau, princess and butterfly adventure), which include a 45-minute dance session, pizza and pop.
The Children's Museum of Cleveland
10730 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
216-791-7114
birthdays@clevelandchildrensmuseum.org
clevelandchildrensmuseum.org
Party place/facility
The CMC is a wonderful place for birthday parties. Choose between a large ($200) and a smaller ($150) party room and have the type of party you want. Bring your favorite foods and play in the museum anytime. Rooms are available for two hours, but guests can play until the museum closes.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
3900 Wildlife Way , Cleveland
216-661-6500, ems@clevelandmetroparks.com, clemetzoo.com
Party place/facility
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is the wildest place for birthday parties. Special surprises and a full day of excitement mingling with more than 3,300 animals guarantees a grrr-eat party. Our attentive staff takes care of the details; it’s that easy. Call for reservations, 216-635-3306 or visit us online at www.clemetzoo.com.
Close To My Heart, Stow
Laura Dame, independent consultant
330-524-6444, soccermom_1963@yahoo.com, www.ldame.myctmh.com
Entertainment
Looking for something new for your child’s birthday party? Give your guests a chance to create a mini-scrapbook album. Guests can use their creativity to personalize their album. Best of all, they will have something special to take home. The kids will love it.
Diana Hadley, Party Caricatures
216-732-9506 or 216-322-1028
dianahadley04@yahoo.com
www.cartoonportraitcaricature.com
Entertainment
Caricatures are entertainment for the family and appropriate for all occasions, such as birthday parties, family events, pet shows or corporate events. Diana draws based on intuition to capture the essence of an individual, plus she's dependable, experienced, fast, affordable and fun.
Family Karate
8901 Mentor Ave., Suite E., Mentor
440-255-7300, contactus@Karate4Family.com, www.Karate4Family.com
Party Place/Facility
A Family Karate birthday party for children or adults provides karate lessons, games and demonstrations as well as invitations, paper goods, goodie bags, pizza, cake and beverage. Our events have professional supervision in a family-friendly facility. All for only $10 per participant. Call to reserve your date and time.
Flower Entertainment
440-944-0278, fax 440-944-2453, flowerclown@hotmail.com, flowerclown.com
Entertainment
A full-service entertainment agency booking Cleveland’s best including Flower Clown, Sparkles, Bette Bee, Petals, Jo Jo D. Klown and many more professional entertainers. Call us for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, school festivals, daycare shows, company picnics or any time you want to have some fun.
Fun-n-Stuff
661 East Highland Road, Macedonia
330-467-0820, info@fun-n-stuff.com, www.fun-n-stuff.com
Party Place/Facility
Birthday parties are the best at Fun-n-Stuff. Our packages are designed for you. Choose how many activities you want … roller skating, laser tag, go karts, mini golf, eurobungy, rock climbing or inflatables. Choose your tokens and your food. We provide everything and clean up the mess.
Great Lakes Science Center
601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland
216-621-2400, www.glsc.org
Party place/facility
Celebrate your child’s special day at the Great Lakes Science Center. Your birthday party can include fun-filled, hands-on activities and exhibits exploration. With packages starting at $175????, the new party packages have many options to fit every budget. Choose from many exciting themes.
Jungle Terry
440-275-1331, Jungle@adelphia.net, JungleTerry.com
Entertainment
Hello, my name is Jungle Terry. Traveling with me are some wonderful animal friends from around the world that my son Jungle Jr. and I have raised and trained. For this reason, we offer a totally exciting, interactive, educational program for all ages. Thank you very much for the last 20 years.
Karate Institute
7667 Mentor Ave., Suite 102 , Mentor
440-951-0463, kika@mentorkarate.com, www.mentorkarate.com
Party place/facility
The Karate Birthday Party is one of the most popular ways to give your child a memorable experience. We take care of all the details and clean up; you just enjoy the event. For more information, check our Web site or call for Saturday and Sunday availability.
Lake County Captains
35300 Vine St., Eastlake
440-975-8085, ext. 116, jyorko@captainsbaseball.com, www.captainsbaseball.com
Party Place/Facility
The Lake County Captains are an affiliate of the Cleveland Indians. Schedule your birthday party for April-August 2009. Birthday parties include box seats, food, baseballs, a message on the scoreboard and the birthday person is sun “Happy Birthday” by the entire crowd and recognized on the field.
Mack Starkey, Family Entertainment
440-364-1864, mackstarkey@mackstarkey.com, www.mackstarkey.com
Entertainment
For family entertainment for all ages, it’s The Magic of Mack. Contact us for birthday parties, block parties, corporate outings or festivals. We’re perfect for any occasion. Enjoy magic, comedy, clowning, balloon sculptures and more.
Mad Science
330-498-0033
madscience@neo.rr.com
www.madscience.org/northeastohio
Entertainment
Our Mad Scientist comes to your location to provide an awesome, interactive 45- to 60-minute presentation. Parties are perfect for ages 5-12, and each child goes home with a self-made experiment. Customize your party with amazing finales like cotton candy making, hovercraft rides, bubbling potions or a rocket launch. Invitations and good bags are available.
Magic Man Dan
330-962-4773, www.magicmandan.com
Entertainment
Let Magic Man Dan make your child’s party unforgettable. Dan’s birthday show includes comedy, ventriloquism and plenty of audience participation. During the show, Dan has the birthday children assist him with a few tricks that make them look like a magician and the star of the show. Dan’s birthday package includes eight free gift bags.
Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show
216-381-1130, ray@outbackray.com, www.outbackray.com
Entertainment
Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show is fun, exciting and very educational. This hands-on show is extremely entertaining for kids of all ages. It is perfect for any event such as birthday parties, schools, day cares, libraries and seniors. With Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show, we bring the outback to you.
Party for a Living
330-835-4652, cheryl@mypartyforaliving.com, www.MyPartyforaLiving.com
Entertainment
Party for a Living is your entertainment headquarters in Northeast Ohio. We provide unique costume entertainment for birthdays, special events, holidays and more. From super heroes to storybook characters, we have the entertainer you need. We supply jugglers, magicians, look-a-likes, caricature artists and more.
Romp n Stomp Inflatables
900 Medina Road (Rt. 18), Medina
866-655-JUMP (5867), info@rompnstomp.net, www.rompnstompcenter.net
Entertainment, Party Place/Facility
Romp n Stomp Inflatables & Fun now offers an activity center specializing in birthday parties, family fun nights youth group outings, lock-ins, field trips, kid’s night out, toddler time and much more. Our packages are all-inclusive. You invite the guest and we do the rest. “Get your party jumpin’ with Romp n Stomp.”
Sugar and Spice Occasions
440-570-2926, party@sugarandspiceoccasions.com, www.sugarandspiceoccasions.com
Entertainment
Have your next birthday party in the comfort of your home without the work. We offer complete party packages including invitations, crafts, food, tableware and favors. Themes include princess tea party, diva, cheerleader, spa and more. We have animal- and doll-stuffing parties, Girl Scout badge parties and church groups, too.
Summer Wind Stables, Tack and Gift Shoppe
11770 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland
440-729-1849, summerwind1@roadrunner.com, www.summerwindstables.com
Party Place/Facility, Entertainment
We give pony rides at your place or ours. We have parties here at our stable in our viewing room or outside in our picnic area in nice weather. We can bring ponies and horses to block parties, birthday parties and company picnics. Stop in our store and see our great gifts.
Teddy & Me Parties
440-986-2876, teddynmeparties.com
Entertainment
Let us help your child celebrate his/her next birthday or special event. Parents can sit back and enjoy while we do all the work. No need to take the kids anywhere, we'll come to you. We offer several party themes to accommodate all ages, such as stuff an animal, lil' chef, luau, puppy and tea party.
Tiaras and Treasures, Inc.
330-697-7885, info@tiarasandtreasuresparties.com, www.tiarasandtreasuresparties.com
Entertainment
We provide all-inclusive, hosted parties with top-quality costumes and accessories at your location. Book elegant tea party complete with fine china, linens and chair covers. Our fun themes include princess, diva, spa, mermaid, pirate, knights, spy and stuffable animals. New to our themes: Hannah Montana Party, Shopping and “My Style” parties. Now offering fairytale princess and pirate character visits. See our web site for great party photos.
Tumblebus
330-923-3866, penneyre@earthlink.net, tumblebusohio.com
Entertainment
Tumblebus is a school bus turned into a mobile gymnasium filled with exciting equipment. We bring fun and fitness to you for birthday parties or events. For children ages 18 months to 6 years. We provide instructor. A fantastic and healthy option that kids will talk about for days.
Zap Entertainment
440-843-8749, Durante@zapHQ.com, www.ZapHQ.com
Entertainment
We offer fun-filled acts featuring The Bubble Lady and her Wonderful World of Bubbles Show, and Zap the Wonder Chap and his Wild Balloon Show. We also have magicians, jugglers and many other variety acts to fill your party needs. Visit us online and make Zap Entertainment your one-stop party shop.