New Haven Party Magician

Hary Potter Magic Birthday Party

2010-09-02T18:35:00.000-07:00

Hi Folks...

Today we're going to be talking about one of my favorite topics...Harry Potter! If you or your kids have read the books or seen the movies chances are you know how popular Harry Potter has become...It's amazing!

I myself have read the books numerous times and I'm really looking forward to the new movies coming out soon! Plus I have some exciting news for this Halloween season!

For the first time ever, I'm offering my special Wizards School Show to the general public! This is the same program that I performed for 1000's of Harry Potter fans at event put on by Barnes Nobel Books, Walden Books, Ponderosa Restaurants, Lakewood Mall and many others!

Here is a photo from Barnes and Nobel in Danbury

As you can see it was a huge Success! Standing room only!

Here are a few of the magical effects included in this program!

·         The Gryffindor Sword…The Gryffindor Sword appears suddenly in the Sorting Hat! This is just like the second book and movie!

·         The Brown Bottle…Clearing the table, the magician suddenly vanishes a Brown Bottle from his table just like the third movie!

·         First Year Potions Class…In a standard #2 Caldron a member of the audience mixes a quick Polyjuice Potion that turns a stuffed animal into a live dove as in several of the books!

·         Transfiguration Class…Members of the audience change a live dove into a live rabbit using a transfiguration spell from the books!

·         Divination Class…One member of the audience reads another audience member’s mind by gazing into a crystal ball! They won’t believe their eyes when they see this one!

·         Herbology Class…The magician is completely shocked and surprised when a magical flower disobeys his commands. This is hysterical for the kids who see everything that is going on behind the magicians back!

·         Advanced Charms Class…In this advanced magic class the audience attempts to float one of the audience members in the air on a ancient carpet! All I can say is that this is a very pretty piece of magic that everyone will remember.

This program will be available for private parties birthday parties and Halloween parties though the month of October! But you must contact me by Sep. 13th to book your party! To lock in your date simply send me a email with the date, time and place of your event and I will send you complete instructions How to bring this amazing program home! Send your email to: ted@bestpartymagic.com

If your going to do a Harry Potter theme you might as well go all the way with it! That's why I've included the following article below! It is filled with great ideas for your turning your home into Hogwarts for an evening!

Plan the Party

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      Two to three weeks before the party begins:
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            Make Wizard Maps for invitations. Round the edges of parchment paper with scissors. Write the party details to Hogwarts School (AKA your house), using invisible ink felt pens (available at the craft stores). Roll the invitation into cylinders, insert into mailing tube, along with a decoder pen, and mail to Muggles.
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            Begin preparing the props, costumes, and decorations (see below).

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      Party Set-Up - A few hours before the party:
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            Welcome the guests with a sign at the front door that reads "Platform 9 3/4."
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            Decorate your party room like the Great Hall at Hogwarts School.
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            Make "snitches" by spray painting Styrofoam or rubber balls gold, then glue feathers on each side, and hang them from the ceiling.
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            Cover the walls and ceiling with glow-in-the-dark stars, moons, and lightning bolts.
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            Set out stuffed toy owls, broomsticks, magic wands, and potions (candy-filled bottles).
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            Cover the table with a paper cloth featuring stars, moons, and lightning bolts, and add matching paper products.

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      Party Time - Welcome the Wizards and Muggles:

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            Ask the guests to come dressed as a Harry Potter character from the series, such as Harry, Dudley, Hermione, Ron, Draco Malfoy, or Nearly Headless Nick.
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            Have costume parts ready so guests can dress up when they arrive, such as wizards, creatures, ghosts, goblins, owls, and Muggles.
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            Provide the guests with wizard caps, cloaks, and magic wands.
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            Give everyone Harry glasses and "tattoo" a lightning bolt on their foreheads with felt pen.

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      Join Harry Potter in some Games and Activities:

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            Play a version of Quidditch, Harry's favorite game, by providing the kids with a ball, some broomsticks, and a large area to play in. Divide the group into two teams, set up two goals on either side of the yard, and have the kids try to brush the ball over their own goal line.

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            Have a Harry Potter Trivia Contest and ask questions based on the book - or a 'Who Said What?' game based on Harry Potter quotes.

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            Have a Flavor Bean Tasting Contest. Buy a variety of jellybeans and place them in small paper cups covered with foil so they aren't visible. Pass one cup around at a time and have each player taste a jellybean without looking at it. Players must try to identify the flavors.

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            Make Potter's Magic Potion by combining 2 cups white glue and 1 1/2 cups water together. Add a few drops of food coloring. In a separate container, dissolve 2 teaspoons borax in 2/3 cup warm water and mix well. Mix the borax and glue solutions together, and let the kids watch what happens to the mixture. Pass out handfuls and let the wizards work their magic. Wear smocks for this activity - it's messy, but fun!

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            Let the kids create their own Wizard Capes and Magician Caps. For capes, cut length of inexpensive silky lining fabric and let the kids decorate it with felt-tip pens, glue-on glitter, and decals in the shape of stars, moons, and lightning bolts. For caps, give them lengths of felt, cut into rectangles. Fold the felt into a cone shape, staple it closed, trim off a straight edge, and decorate with glue-on sequins, glitter, puffy paints, and decals.

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      Serve Cauldrons of Snacks and Wash them down with Magic Potions:

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            Buy a plastic cauldron or use a black pot for serving the food. Fill it with soup, macaroni and cheese, or beef stew.

Serve "magic potions" in plastic goblets. Offer multicolored drinks - red, blue, green, orange - for added fun. Called them Rum-Runners.

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            Offer the guests a variety of Harry Potter snacks and treats - Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans (assorted jelly beans), Fizzing Whizbees Levitating Sherbet Balls (green and orange sherbet balls), Droobles Best Blowing Gum (blue gum), Creepy Chocolates (in the shape of frogs, bats, and rats), and Peppermint Humbugs (peppermint candies.)

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            Make Harry Potter cookies using a Harry Potter shaped cookie cutter.

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            Provide Harry Potter desserts, such as apple pie, trifle, jam donuts

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      Say Good-Byes with Hogwarts Gift Bags:

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            Give the kids magic wands, jellybeans, wizard caps and capes, copies of Harry Potter books or tapes, Harry glasses, and press-on tattoos.

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            Place them in small fabric bags tied with ribbon or velvet cords.

About the Author
Carol Selva
More free ideas, tips, party planning checklists and advice on http://www.iparty.com!

Don't forget! The Deadline to bring the Wizard School program to your castle is Sept. 13th! So send your owl via email to reserve your date!

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas

2010-08-26T14:56:00.000-07:00

Last week we talked about the Five To Party Themes for Girls. This week were going to talk about a favorite boys theme...The Fun Pirate Birthday Party!

I came across this great article by Mike Dougherty on how to have a super fun and successful Pirate Party of your own! If you get the chance take a look at some of Mike's other ideas on his website, http://fun-kid-birthday-parties.com

Here's the article...

Thar be fun pirate birthday party ideas ahead me buckos...AAARRRH! So haul in the gang plank, trim yer sails and be watchin' for ships flyin' the Jolly Roger.

"Avast and ahoy maties, this here be yer captain speakin to ya... Captain Grandpa Mike says me."

Yer birthday child and all their guests will be havin' a swashbucklin' good time with this here adventure on the fun kid birthday parties high seas!

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Invitations

Yo Ho A Pirate's Treasure Map

Your party guests will really get into your Pirate theme when you send them an invitation that looks like an old Pirate Treasure map...

Cut a brown paper bag into a square.

Then, with a black marker write something like "Captain__________'s (insert your birthday child's name) treasure map"...

"Ye be invited to a swash-buckling good time matey... (then give the party date, time, length of the party and any other details) then close the invitation by saying something like...

"If you dare, you'll be findin the party by followin this here treasure map... And remember this me buckos... "X" marks the spot!"

The map is actually directions to your party location and the "X" is the actual birthday party address...

Then crumble up the paper so your map looks old and mail it to your guest... You can even be creative with the envelope.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Treasure Map

Have some fun with your Pirate Party Invitation buy constructing another treasure map for a real treasure hidden somewhere at your party location.

Cut this map up into puzzle pieces (one for each child you're inviting).

Include a piece of the treasure map in the envelope and instruct your guests to bring their piece of the treasure map to the party.

When your guests arrive, have them put their puzzle pieces together, then they can all hunt for the treasure you've hidden...

Make sure you keep a copy of the map in case one of your guests doesn't show up.

For treasure, put some chocolate coins (always a big hit with our kids) in a box and hid them somewhere for your guests to find together with their map. Here is a great source for Party Supplies.
Fun Kid Pirate Costume

Your birthday child will love wearing a special pirate costume at their party.

*A Tip From Grandpa Mike

When I was a boy, one of my favorite Halloween costumes was a pirate costume.

You can find a head bandanna at your local thrift store, a colorful old shirt and grey stripped pants.

Cut the shirt sleeves to 3/4 length and fray the edge of the sleeves so they look worn... Cut the pant legs to 3/4 length and fray the edges so they look worn and "ship wrecked".

You can make an eye patch out of a small piece of black card stock or black cloth... Attach a black string or shoe lace to the eye patch and tie it around your child's head.

A wide black belt with a large buckle (you can make a buckle) can be cut to fit around your child's waist.

Here is a great resource for pirate costumes!

Fun Pirate Make-Up

You can complete your child's pirate look by putting black smudges on their face with an eyebrow pencil. Smear it around to look like a beard on a rough pirate face.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Decorations

Black, red, yellow, orange, blue and white are great pirate colors.

Use streamers and balloons to decorate your party area.

You can also pick up some pirate flags and make treasure maps and swords to put on the walls.

Fish nets, star fish and sea shells will help give yer party a sea goin' look.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas - Pirate Pinata

Imagine the fun when one of yer ship mates breaks open a pirate treasure chest pinata aaarrrh, an all kinds ah "treasures" fill yer pirate ships cabin. You can easily find online stores that feature pinatas for just about any party theme.

Fun Pirate Birthday Party Ideas

With these ideas to get your creative juices flowing, you'll be able to come up with lots more great ideas that will make your child's Pirate birthday party adventure a great success.

"Shiver me timbers, this be Captain Grandpa Mike sayin have a swashbucklin' fun Pirate birthday party, AAARRRH!"

Mike Dougherty has lots more fun pirate birthday party ideas waiting for you at http://fun-kid-birthday-parties.com where you'll discover just about everything you'll need for a successful fun kid birthday party.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Mike_Dougherty

Don't forget...with Pirates of the Caribean still so popular a pirate party is a great idea for your Halloween theme too.

If you'd like to add some great magic and entertainment for your party click here to see all of the great kids magic programs that are available to you!

See ya next week when I'll be talking about one of my favorite party themes...Harry Potter!

Top 5 Girl Birthday Party Ideas!

2010-08-19T12:55:00.000-07:00

Hi Friends...

It has been a Hot and crazy summer! I hope you have been getting out with your family and enjoying the sun!

Tracy and I just got back from taking the kids to see Tom Petty in concert in Hartford!

It was the boys first big concert. And Tracy has been waiting 20 years to see them so it was really special for all of us!

Have lots to share with you this month so lets jump in!

Here are the Top 5 Girl Birthday Party Ideas!

If you want to throw a wonderful birthday party for your little girl but don't seem to have the perfect fit, this article will give you plenty of options for you to choose from.

1- Make the party an outing.

Instead of having a party at home, why not take the kids where they can have lots of fun? You can make it a day at the zoo, an amusement park or a picnic at a lake. The great advantage of having a party this way is that you won't have to clean or decorate the house. Ask your little girl which of these options she would enjoy the most and then plan for it. If there will be many kids you definitely want to have a few adults help you out. Kids love boats so if you're going to a lake, you might want to find one that offers boat rides.

2- Have a princess party.

What little girl doesn't want to be a princess? If so, this kind of party will be quite the ticket. It's best to make it an all girl party since boys will probably not enjoy this theme too much. However if you want to have boys come, each one can dress up as a prince. Have your guests wear princess costumes or fancy dresses to the party. Hire a "princess" to come to the party and tell her princess stories. The girls can learn a princess dance and wave. They will be in awe with the real life "princess".

3- Have a pony party.

Almost universally, girls love ponies. If you don't have a ranch near by, it might be possible to rent a pony to come to your house or apartment. Everyone gets a ride and parents get a good photo opportunity.

4- A luau party is a great idea - especially if it's warm outside.

Get your birthday girl a grass skirt to wear over her swimsuit. Have some for the guests and their parents. Play seaside games, such as limbo or a ring toss. If you don't have a pool, a fun idea is to get two or three blow-up pools they can splash around in. If you do decide on contests, make sure there is a prize for every participant. Five year olds will cry if someone else wins and they don't get a prize..

5- Have a spa party.

With a smaller group you are able to do something extra special. A spa party is usually well received. The little girls get manicures and pedicures, a mud mask and flip flops to spare their freshly painted toenails. You can do all the work yourself and with other mommies, or hire someone to come in. Contact the beauty school, or if you know a manicurist or a beauty consultant, ask her to plan the activities.

Bonus Idea-Have a Magic Princess Party complete with a interactive magic show! You know who to contact!

If you would like to have more ideas for kids birthday parties you will love these finding nemo birthday and backyardigans party supplies articles that are filled with resources and pictures.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Ginger_Myers

See ya soon!

P.S. I will be performing on the Green in Prospect CT on Aug. 24 at 11:30 pm...Bring the family and enjoy the show!!!

P.P.S. Are you ready for Halloween???

Best Ideas For A Successful Scooby Doo Party

2010-07-28T11:27:00.000-07:00

Hi Friends...

Do your kids love Scooby-Doo as much as my nieces and nephews! It is so cool because when I was a kid Scooby-Doo was my favorite cartoon and now I get to experience that love again with them! Scooby- Doo is a great theme for kids Birthday and Halloween Parties!

Here are 5 of the best ideas you can do for your Scooby Doo party:

1. Set the Theme for Your Party! You can do this really easily by picking up a few Party Supplies! One of the best ways to really get the party started are by using brilliant Scooby Doo party supplies. With the use of the Internet you can now have everything delivered for your convenience, straight to your door after you have comfortably and easily chosen everything for your party from you favorite arm chair. Just Use This Link!

You can order everything from balloons, tablecovers, invitations, piñatas and everything in between. You can even have a cake artfully designed to imitate the beloved dog’s face. You could also play some spookie Halloween music to further set the mood! Here's the Link Again!

2. Consider a Costume Party or Play Dress Up. Scooby Doo is part of a gang, including his loyal owner Shaggy. You can ask all your guests to dress up as their favorite character. You might want to think about designating characters to make sure everyone does not come dressed as Scooby.

Then you can prepare a special presentation where you will call all the “casts” and have them act out their favorite Scooby Doo memory.

3. Go for a Marathon. Are you a bit strapped for cash at the moment or is your venue on the small side? A good way to still keep up with the theme is to obtain some DVD's and schedule a movie marathon with the kids.

You have a huge choice to pick from as there are lots of movies and endless cartoons for you to choose from. Don’t stress too much about your choice, as long as the kids see Scooby Doo you will be fine.

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4. Invite Scooby Doo To The Party. Try contacting your local entertainment agency and see if they could send a costume character along to the party. You could even get them to perform a song or being extra treats for the party guests.

You may want to look into getting a children's entertainer such as a magician, facepainter or balloon artist to do a live show at your party! Kids love magic! And the show will keep the kids entertained and occupied for an hour or so giving you a chance to relax and spend some time with your child on their special day!

For a great magic show contact Ted, Connecticut's Favorite Magician here!

5. Make A Photo Wall. I can’t think of a better way to ensure your child really remembers their Scooby Doo party than starting a photo wall. They can pose with a cardboard version of Scooby Doo for as long as they want to.

That's it for now! I hope you have a Fantastic Party! I'll see you again next week!

Ted Peterson
Connecticut's Favorite Kids Magician

Best Party Magic
ted@bestpartymagic.com

P.S. I had some emails last week asking if I could share the "Learn Easy Magic" program link again! This is one of the best ways for you or your child to learn some of the most amazing magic and mind reading take a look at the Easy To Learn Magic Ebooks!

Here's the link again: http://dld.bz/k7eC

How People Choose Unique Birthday Party Plans For Kids!

2010-07-22T10:09:00.000-07:00

Hi Friends...

Hope your having a Terrific Summer...The last few weeks have been pretty busy for me performing at a number of preschools in Connecticut including Kindercare and others...It's been a lot of fun! And I still have a number of these shows over the next few weeks...If this type of program interest you, you can find more info at New Preschool Magic...So be sure to check that out or share it with your daycare, preschool or early learning center!

There is still time to save some money with our special Rush Discount Contest! You can see all the details on that in my previous post below!

I came across the following article on, "Choosing A Unique Birthday Party Plans For Kids" and it is filled with Great ideas! Here is a short excerpt...

"If you would like to get out of the house for the birthday, there are lots of different places where you can throw a birthday party for groups huge and little. You can bring the whole gang bowling, to an indoor playground, or have a football birthday party any time of the year at an indoor facility with instructors to lead the children thru activities, cake and pizza and the rest."

You can read the whole article by clicking here How People Choose Unique Birthday Party Plans For Kids!

I hope you enjoy the article and have a Great Birthday Party!

See ya soon!

Ted & Best Party Magic

RUSH Discount Contest!

2010-07-19T10:20:00.000-07:00

That's Right! Tonight Tracy and I are going to see the Greatest Band ever! RUSH! I can't wait! Even though I've seen them 16 times over the past 25 years! I just can't get enough of them...Every show is different!

It has been my dream for many years to open for one of their shows! You know come out and do some really kick ass magic...Birds appearing! Floating someone from the audience in the air! Maybe some fire! And then RUSH explodes out of no where! Sweet!

I may never get the chance to open for Rush but that doesn't mean we can't still have alot of Fun! I still have a few dates left in July and some more in Aug. So here is what were going to do...

Post your favorite RUSH song in the comments below and you will SAVE $50 off your booking in July or August! Just for the record mine is Cygnus X-1!

So don't forget to check out all of my great Birthday program at Best Party Magic! Enter your favorite Rush song in the comments below, and you'll Save $50 on your program in July or August! Deadline to Save is July 30!

See ya soon!

Ted Peterson
RUSH Fanatic!
http://bestpartymagic.com

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Explosive 4th of July Issue!

2010-07-05T12:07:00.000-07:00

Unbelievable as this may sound, there are still some folks in Connecticut who are not getting our free monthly Newsletter! SO I thought I would re-post this months issue here on our blog just to give you a free taste of what your missing!

I hope you enjoy and leave me a comment as to what you think!

Thanks for visiting!

Explosive 4th of July Issue!

Hi...CT's Favorite Family Magician here! I hope you had a Fantastic 4th of July! Tracy and I went to Uncle Bill's for a family barbarque! The food was terrific...The weather was hot! And the company was blown away with Kent's music and of course some of my mind-numbing magic and mind-reading! It was a wonderful day to celebrate the birth of our nation!

I have alot of things to share with you in this explosive 4th of July issue so let's dive right in!

As many of you know, my partner of 17 years, "General" the magic bunny pasted away a while back...Tracy and I have been looking for a suitable replacement but as you know Magic Bunnies are not easy to come by! The search has been very frustrating to say the least. We decided to try open additions to help find our new star but that turned out tlike a bad version of America's Got Talent!

We had to tun down a very sad looking snake, a dancing poodle, the Trix bunny who over turned a breakfast table as he hopped off stage and Larry the cable guy! They were not all bad though! We met a very talent chimp who was a cleaver mind-reader that I plan to colaborate with in the near future! But still no Magic Bunny!

Then while out celebrating our fourth Anniversary, Tracy and I stopped at a new pet shop that had opened at the Brass Mall! It was like fate was lending us a hand! There we soon discovered not one but two very magical Bunnies! Sisters in fact and we knew that our searching was over!

You can see them here below!

Samantha is still a little shy and is very happy just being cute and adorable! While Claudia is a born performer and can't wait to get out of her cage and start working on our show! In fact she is helping to create not 1 but 2 new programs coming the end of Auguest first part of September! For more details and sneak previews follow our blog!

Ever made a really Big Mistake? I made a HUGE mistake back in March! One that may have effected you! Let me explain...

Back in March I added yet another website to my existing hosting account but I forgot one crucial tiny step! That tiny step changed my core website, BestPartyMagic.com ...As some of you are aware I accidentally overwrote the main folder on my hosting account!

Due to this mistake, many new clients and some of my long term clients ran into problems getting to our Magic website! Many of your referrals were sent to a completely different site!

I want to apologize if you have had any problems accessing the site recently!

I'm happy to report that the problem is now fixed and BestPartyMagic.com is back up and running smoothly now!

It's Just in time too...As Claudia, Samantha and I are planning a complete over-haul on not just the website but each of our Magic Birthday Shows! Keep reading new issues of this newsletter for sneak previews and some really cool Free Gifts coming soon!

Wow! I just realized its already July and half the year has blown by like a hurricane! The last 2 months of have been a blur for me.

Our eldest son, Stuart, graduated from Warren High School! My brother Trevor, a 20 year vetran of the army just under went major surgery again from the injuries he sustained Apr 2009. One of my favorite Aunts passed away. Tracy and I celebrated our Forth Anniversary! And this list keeps going and going!

I'm going to have to really hurry because I have alot planned for the coming months and the rest of the year! Here's what we have coming very soon!

1) New Magic Video's I have been promising these for a while now but they are coming! Check out our site, blog, Facebook or Youtube Channel!

2) New Birthday Party Website including 2 new Magic Programs! The kids will love it!

3) New Walk-Around Magic Package! Cool intimate magic and mind reading that's perfect for after dinner parties and corporate or formal banquets!

4) Which Bunny Contest and Free Gifts!

In honor of the 4th of July here's an Explosive Special Offer just for our Newsletter Readers and Back Stage Members! For a very limited time (7-23-10) you can get the Super Fun Magic Program for $50 off regular fee! This offer is limited to the first 10 people who respond by email! If you are currently not in the market for some Fantastic Birthday Party Entertainment you may forward this crazy offer to a friend or business associate who might be looking for Connecticut's Favorite Kids Magician!

Email: ted@BestPartyMagic.com to Save Some Real Money!

"Jackson had a blast! You put on a great show! I'm giving out your cards to the elementary school and preschool! Thanks Again!"

Heather Rodgers

Want to Make your 4th of July A Blast

2010-06-03T12:21:00.000-07:00

Creative 4th of July

Celebration Ideas

Even though the the 4th of July is a month away, its still not too early start planning your party, trip to see your local fireworks display or plan that family cook out. With that in mindbelow are a few creative ideas to make your 4th a Blast!

Patriotic Accessories

1. Patriotic flip flops and toes
2. Fabric hair clip
3. Fabric Headband tutorial
4. Kids T-shirt tote tutorial

4th of July Home Decor

5. Fourth of July pinwheel centerpiece tutorial
6. Flag Party Favor
7. 4th of July ring toss
8. Fourth of July hanging star tutorial made out of a napkin

A Red, White, and Blue Party

13. Pretzel place cards
14. Red, White, and Blue cupcakes
15. Outdoor party table decor
16. Casual fourth of July dinner party

As you know, if your looking for an Amzingly Fun Magic show to entertainer the kids and your guest, please check out Best Party Magic online! Now is the perfect time to book your entertainment early!

See ya soon!

Ted Peterson
Connecticut Magician
ted@bestpartymagic.com

Is Your Company or Firm Planning a Company Picnic?

2010-06-02T07:11:00.000-07:00

Is Your Company or Firm Planning a Company Picnic?

Here's how to make your Company Picnic a Huge Success!

Is your company or firm planning a company picnic for this summer? If not, maybe they should! In this tough ecconomy with more and more companies cutting back a company picnic can really show appreciation for hard working mom and dad's who are now pulling double duty trying to get everything done with fewer people. Many employees while happy about still having a job feel they are being taken advantage of, under-appreciated and overwhelmed with seemingly impossible work loads.

A company picnic is a great way of showing appreciation for all your employee's extra efforts. It can also help to build better relationships between management and your company teams! A fun and exciting event like a company picnic can also help rejuvienate the people that work for you, boosting moral and productivity.

With that in mind I came across this artical on planning a successful company picnic. I hope that you or your company find it useful in planning your next company picnic!

The company picnic is a beloved tradition at many firms.
It's an opportunity for employees to mingle and "let down their hair."
A well organized company picnic with planned activities can help integrate employees with each other. This is particularly important if the company has undergone recent reorganization. As such it functions as a "team bonding" mechanism.
A company picnic can be held for an entire firm of thousands or for a single department of 30.
In my role of party entertainer (and prior to that corporate employee), I have attended countless such events. Here are some observations, tips, and ideas I picked up along the way.
General Considerations
Like any other type of event, you need to decide what you want your picnic to be like and how much you want to spend.
As with any event, it is important to keep the needs and tastes of your attendees paramount.
Allow yourself sufficient time to book your venue if the picnic is offsite. Demand for some venues is at a premium during peak periods. It is not uncommon to make reservations several months or more in advance of a given date.
You'll need to plan food and beverages, and activities and entertainment and, in some cases, transportation to the picnic site.
Allow enough time so you can give your employees sufficient advance notice to include the picnic into their plans. This is especially important if you'll be inviting family members or if it is held on a weekend.
Company picnics and company picnic ideas can range from the very simple to a pull-out-all-stops extravaganza. My observation is that people have a good time at both.
Do you want to have a theme? A theme is fun! Plus it makes it easier to organize food and activities.
WHEN do you want to hold you company's picnic?
Here, in the Philadelphia area, companies hold their picnics beginning in June through early October.
Considerations such as your company's workflow, availability of a desired venue, etc., will help you determine the date. Employees are less apt to be away on vacation in June or September, but they will really enjoy the chance to kick back in July or August.
There are pros and cons to weekday picnics versus weekend picnics.
Company picnics held during a workday will ensure a greater attendance for employees when they would normally be in the office. And, they don't cut into precious personal time.
But spouses and children are generally more available for a weekend date.
WHOM do you want to invite?
Staff only? Members of the employee's immediate family? What about significant others, friends? Decide where to draw the line.
Family picnics are a great way for employees to meet co-workers' families. It humanizes co-workers by allowing them to relax their at-work personas.
On the other hand, single or divorced employees can feel like the odd wheel at a very family oriented event. That can be overcome by planning activities suitable for people of all ages.
Activities that require participants to form groups can help integrate the attendees. And it keeps your guests occupied.
WHERE do you want to have your company picnic?
While many picnics take place under a tent in the company's parking lot, offsite venues can make people feel more relaxed. If you're on a strict budget, one option is a nearby state park. Many have large pavilions ideally suited for such events.
I've also been to company picnics given at the home of the firm's CEO or owner. This kind of setting adds a homey touch to the festivities. In some instances, facilities were set up so that the guests attend to their needs without entering the host's private home.
An excellent option to consider is a venue that is set up especially for hosting the company picnic. Generally these picnic parks come complete with in-house catering and lots of games and activities for kids both big and small. Some day camps rent out their facilities on weekends when they are otherwise not in use.
Amusement parks and river cruises are other options.
Tip: Have a Plan B in the case of rain.
Some Plan B options include:
o A tent with walls or access to an on-site building
o Event insurance
o A rain date
Keep in mind that if you opt for a rain date, your vendors and entertainers may require additional payment to reserve the second date. That is because they have to turn down other clients during the busy summer season to keep that time open for you.
Food and Beverages
If you choose to have the food catered, you don't have to worry about preparation or cleanup. Many venues such as picnic parks have in-house catering. And many caterers specialize in handling company picnics.
The best part of picnic fare is that it is simple and satisfying. Hot dogs and hamburgers are extremely popular at picnics. But they are not compulsory and caterers will cater to your every whim.
Keep the menu flexible enough to accommodate those with special needs and preferences. These days you'll find many meat eaters and vegans, not to mention devotees of Atkins, South Beach, and other diets. Muslims and Jews may not wish to eat pork.
So having at least one non-pork and non-meat option is an excellent idea. If your picnic has a theme, your menu can reflect that.
Decide whether you want to permit alcoholic beverages. If so, make sure there is a way to ensure that anyone who drinks a bit too much makes it home safely.
Have age appropriate activities and games
Some venues such as picnic parks make it a point to supply many activities. Nonetheless, you may want to supplement them. Entertainers such as DJs, caricature artists, Tarot card readers, Magicians, Mind Readers, face painters, clowns are some popular additions.
Door prizes are a cherished company picnic idea at many firms. Door prizes work both as employee appreciation and an incentive for the employees to linger.
Examples of some prizes I've seen include certificate good for a dinner for two at a local restaurant, gift certificate at a local department store, a day off with pay, even a free vacation complete with round trip airline tickets.
These are some company picnic ideas and planning tips to get you started.
But the most important tip is the one I save for last. After you've worked so hard to organize and plan your event, be sure to go and enjoy the festivities yourself!

Want to learn more? Visit my blog, http://coolpartyhost.com where you can find cool party tips and tricks and observations of author, Ellen Zucker, who has entertained at hundreds of parties and special events of all kinds for over 15 years.
mailto:Ellen@facesandfortunes.com or (215) 722 2453

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If you or you company is planning a company picnic this summer and want to make it fun and exciting for all who attend one of my Magic or Mind-Reading entertainment packages might be right for you! Check out our website at: http://BestPartyMagic.com or http://yourminwaves.blogspot.com/
and we can discus your event!

Should You Hire a Professional Event Planner for Your Kids Party

2010-04-09T09:10:00.000-07:00

I came across this great article on Hiring a Professional Event Planner for your Kids Party! It is chock full of great ideas, tips and information for throwing the perfect kiddie party! If you are looking for ways to make your child's party Fun, Exciting, and of course Stress Free, this article is for you!

And if you are looking for a professional magician for that Guaranteed WOW factor please Click Here to find out about all of our Funny and Interactive magic programs for kids Birthday Parties, First Communions, Family Reunions and Special Family Gatherings!

Here's the article!

Any parent would hope and want to have their kids remember their parties as fun and exciting. Unfortunately, not all parents would have the luxury of time and perfect skills to plan and execute the perfect kiddie party they envision. If you have been grueling yourself to find out ways in making your child's birthday bash memorable or you just have a very little time off from work then hiring an professional event planner who specializes in children's parties may just help you make your child's party one event to remember.

A lot of things have to be considered in the process of event planning for your kid's party. From food, entertainment, games, activities, invitee list to the overall theme of the event. The ages and genders of guests are also important for you to be able to finalize the games and activities. If you are looking at inviting a bigger group, then tasks may get too overwhelming. This is the time when you have to consider of getting the right event planner that can give you advices on all the details and assist you on the day of your kid's dream party with that suitable themes, activities, games and entertainment for the kids' age group.

Hiring an event planner for children's parties would basically provide you a professional service for the big day of your child. Entertainment is also included usually in their packages so you can choose from the different of types of entertainment and themes such as costumed characters, princesses, superheroes, clowns, magicians and a lot more. The good thing about the top performers they make sure to give the children a good show. Some cheap entertainers will just do a fast show and then leave. But if you hire an events planner, you are guaranteed that the entertainers will be the life of the entire party from start to finish.

In reality, there are parents who still feel a bit apprehensive in getting a professional entertainer since this person may be tough to manage. On the other hand, the right performer may just truly lessen the stress that usually goes along with throwing a party. The experienced entertainers are attuned to dealing with big groups of kids. Moreover, they can manage varying types of character and personality. They are skilled in handling the attention span of young kids. Apart from these, they are experts in handling children activities to run smoothly, on time and keep the kids happy. Parents will just have to enjoy the party while seeing the children having a great time and keeps them from being too busy and stressed out with the other details of the party
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The services of an event planner do not end with entertainment. They also cover other important details in making the day even more exceptional. A variety options include magic shows, pony rides, costumed mascots and inflatable bouncers. In addition, they can provide catering services as well, releasing you from all the hassles of cooking in the kitchen.

It is very important to do your homework too when finding a party planner. The best way is for you to ask your network of friends and colleagues who may have hired event planners in the past for references and recommendations. It is important to choose a service that specializes in events for kids. Anything unexpected may happen when it comes to having kids around. This will be the primary reason why the entertainers and event planners you have to hire must be capable of handling kids while having fun and excitement.

If you have done all the details right, then you are set to have an extra special party for your child and will surely be remembered in the next years to come. Parents may initially feel that they are up to handle all the tasks needed to be done by themselves, but not until they realize that they can completely benefit from all the possible resources and expertise of a professional event planner. Only if you have hired the right event planner to address your needs, then you can relax and have a good time while planning and during the party. You can trust that your kid's special day is being taken care of by a professional which is considered to be the greatest gift to your child.

For more information on where to find a good event planner refer to this site: http://www.bidmyservices.com/. We have a variety of different services that will match your needs.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Patrick_Kurt_Tyler

See you next week! And I hope you have a Fantastic Party!

Kindest Thoughts,

Ted & Best Party Magic

Connecticut's Favorite Kids and Family Magician

ted@bestpartymagic.com

BestPartyMagic.com

Save Money on Your Kids next Birthday Party

2010-02-22T13:08:00.000-08:00

Hi,

Connecticut's Favorite Family Magician here with some exciting things to share with you! We have several new projects in the works and our best sale ever on my magic services!

Ok, first up...I'm in the process of putting together a new instructional magic dvd. This will include most of the magic tricks from my Magic School Workshop program. There will be footage taken from a live program and studio versions of the magic tricks making it even easier for your kids to learn some really FUN magic!

Most of you reading these newsletters know that I almost never run sales but I had some personal things came up over the last couple of weeks that required some extra money to deal with and Feb. has been a bit of a slow month. So for that reason I've decided to run a one-time only Slowest Month of the Year Sale!

Here's the details and how this event can benefit you or someone you know!

When you call by March 7, 2010 to book your party, you can save $100 off my regular low prices on the Fun Magic Program or the Super Fun Magic Program!

What's the catch?

Because I'm trying to raise some additional cash right now, I'm going to ask you to pay for 50% of your program upfront at the time of your booking (as opposed to the normal 20% deposit). That's it! You can book your magic program for next week or next year and still Save $100 off either magic program!

As an added Bonus I'll send your child a free copy of my new Magic DVD as soon as it is released!

Just remember that it is $100 off the regular price (no other discounts apply for Back Stage Pass Members as this is the biggest discount I've ever offered for my services).
If you are not planning a party or event at this time you may want to forward this Special Offer to a friend or co-worker! Just be sure to have your friends mention your name, and I'll take good care of them!

You can click here to book your magic show online or call me direct at:

203-723-7295.

Just remember to enter the words "slow month" into the Other Comments section of the form or tell me what a slow month Feb. is when we speak to each other on the phone.

Remember... The Deadline to book your program is March 7th, 2010! March 8th we go back to my regular fees! Now is the perfect time to save money if you're planning a party in the near future. Contact me TODAY to get your child's party on the calendar and get your $100 discount!

Next month we will be updating our website with some new content and pages! There will be a new client page, new video and a cool contest! I'll also be posting another Secrets of Magic video for the kids and launching a new live broadcast "Magic Show" on Ustream! Its going to be alot of FUN!

To make sure you don't miss anything, I encourage you to follow me on Facebook or Twitter! The links are listed below!

So that's it for now. I hope the rest of your February is a magical one! I have been spending some extra time with the kids thanks to winter vacation! We have a cool game of Magic the Gathering planned for later this afternoon! Hopefully I will last longer than 10 minutes in this game! My kids can be very brutal but its a lot of FUN!

With kindest thoughts,

Ted

Connecticut's Favorite Kids and Family Magician!
203-723-7295
Ted@BestPartyMagic.com

Super Party Tips 5-How Much Should I Spend?

2010-01-22T07:50:00.001-08:00

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Hi Everyone,

One of the things I'm constantly asked about is pricing. This has been a consistent question even before the economy took a turn for the worst. This is a difficult question as there is no real black and white answer. If you were to contact 10 doctors in your area and said, I have a broken arm how much will it be to fix it, you will get 10 different answers! Same applies here! But you can make an informed decision!

In this video I try to give some solid guidelines for pricing your children magician for your Birthday Party! These are thing that you need to consider to avoid having a bad experience with your birthday party entertainer!

I hope that you find the video informative and that you use it when the next time your planning a party or event! You can find more fun and informative videos here on or blog or on my youtube channel.

Or if your kids would like to learn some great easy to do magic tricks that will blow their friends away! I have 5 different magic tricks they can learn on my website!

Please feel free to leave your comments or suggestions below! I love to hear from our viewers and readers!

And don't forget to follow me on Facebook!

Ted Peterson

Connecticut's Favorite Family Magician

203-723-7295

ted@bestpartymagic.com

http://bestpartymagic.com

P.S. Be on the look out for Super Party Tips 6!!! Coming Soon!

http://bestpartymagic.com Master Connecticut magician and entertainer Ted Peterson shares some guidelines for pricing a children' entertainer. Are you paying too much? Find affordable professional Kids entertainment for your birthday party or family event! Distributed by Tubemogul.

Happy New Year

2009-12-29T19:07:00.001-08:00

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http://funmeetingsnow.blogspot.com/ Ted Peterson wishes everyone a in Connecticut and beyond a very Happy New Year. Ted specializes in helping small business' get more clients and customers. For more details contact Ted at http://fnmeetingsnow.blogspot.com Distributed by Tubemogul.

Future CT Magician Shawn Myers

2009-12-09T07:58:00.001-08:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Shawn Myers puts on his first magic show for his family in Connecticut! Shawn has been helping magician Ted Peterson with his shows for the last 2 years. This is Shawn's first magic show! In this video Shwan makes a sponge bunny appear, changes a candle to a silk and has alot of fun with the family! Distributed by Tubemogul.

Cool Magic Trick-Turn Water to Ice

2009-11-25T20:34:00.001-08:00

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Hi!

It's Connecticute's Busiest Kids Magician with another easy to learn, Fun to perform magic tric! In this video I teaches kids how to turn water into ice! Kids will love to perform this one for friends and family! So watch the video, spend some time learning the magic then have a bunch of fun showing to your friends! Kindest thoughts, Ted Peterson http://bestpartymagic.com

203-723-7295

Super Party Tips 4-How Much Space Do I Need To Set Up!

2009-11-23T13:48:00.001-08:00

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Hi this is Ted Peterson, Connecticut's Favorite Family Magician! As promised I have a new party tips video for you. Super Party Tips 4 is finally here!

Lately I've been getting a bunch of phone calls and emails asking about the space requirements of setting up and performing my show!

So with that in mind I took my camera to a real magic show I performed in Burlington CT and shot a live video of my set up, showing the perfect area to have my magic program.

Now not every show is going to have the same space which is ok because I'm extremely flexible. I'm just showing you the ideal space.

Ohhh and at the end there is a really magical appearance of my Dove Ciniamon! I hope you enjoy!

I'll see you soon with Super Party Tips 5!

Thanks for checking us out and leave a comment if you please.

Kindest thoughts!

Ted Peterson P.S. If you are looking for entertainment for your holiday party contact me soon! December is filling up very fast now!

P.S. 2 If your Daycare or Preschool is looking for a great children's program for the holidays let them know about my Frosty program! It is filled with silly magic, music and live animals! You can share all the details with this link www.newpreschoolmagic.com

http://bestpartymagic.com Connecticut Magician Ted Peterson shares his best party planning tips with parents in Fairfield CT. Ted shows you how much space is need for his magic show at your party! Distributed by Tubemogul.

Super Party Tips 3-Where to Have Your Party!

2009-11-03T13:09:00.001-08:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Connecticut Magician Ted Peterson shares his best party planning tips with parents in Fairfield CT. Ted list alternative places to have a party outside of the home. Where will your party be? Watch for Super Party Tips 4 soon! Distributed by Tubemogul.

Secrets of Magic 5

2009-10-28T21:38:00.001-07:00

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Here is another cool Magic Trick for you or you children to learn as promised earlier this week! I had alot of Fun putting this together and even included a Blooper at the end! I hope you enjoy the video, the amazing magic and fooling your friends with it! Please leave your comments below and let me know what you think. Thanks!

http://bestpartymagic.com Connecticut Magician Ted Peterson shares another Fun and easy to do magic trick! In this video you will learn how to tear and restore a newspaper. This classic magic trick is Fun to perform for friends and family. Learn it now!

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Happy Halloween! My Ghost

2009-10-22T17:23:00.001-07:00

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Happy Halloween! Here's a fun video of my Ghost! Hope you enjoy it and please leave a comment! Thanks very much!

http://bestpartymagic.com Do you believe in ghost? Connecticut Magician Ted Peterson does. And I'm not the only one! Frank is a ghost I met in Randolph NY. He followed our family when we moved to CT. For years I have tried to capture his image. This is the best I have managed so far!

P.S. Don't forget, If your planning a holiday party now is the time to contact me to perform at your event! Dates are filling up fast for December already!

Ted Peterson CT P.M.

Connecticut's Professional Magician

203-723-7295

ted@bestpartymagic.com

http://bestpartymagic.com

Free Magic Show/Halloween Contest

2009-10-20T05:21:00.000-07:00

Stepney Elementary School Halloween Program!

2009 Halloween Contest! Who Wants to Win a Free Magic Show!

Its time for our annual Halloween Contest! This year were doing the contest a little different! There will be two types of entries instead of one. The first is best Halloween costume! The new category is best Halloween lawn display! The winner in each category will win a free platinum magic program (value $327) and I will also donate a free magic program for your favorite charitable organization!

Here's How It Works!

To enter, you must be a follower of this blog or a subscriber to our newsletter. You can sign up for our newsletter by filling in the form to the right! Take a picture of your best Halloween costume (can be you, friend, family member, family group shot or someone you saw at a Halloween Party) and email the photo to: ted@bestpartymagic.com Do the same for your favorite lawn display! The winners will be announced on Mon. Nov. 2nd!

The Rules

1. Must be a follower of this blog or subscribed to my newsletter. To sign up fill out the form to the right. 2. When emailing photo's you must include your full name and mailing address. 3. By entering your photo or photo's you are giving Ted Peterson and Best Party Magic the rights to use the photo's for the next year (expires 11-30-10) 4. You may enter as many photo's as you like! 5. Prize Packages will be mailed to the winners on Nov. 10, 2009! 6. The deadline to enter is October 31st at midnight!

Thanks for playing and good luck to everyone! Don't forget our second Super Party video is coming this week. Be sure to check it out for some great party planning tips you can use for the upcoming holiday parties! To your Best Party, Ted Peterson CT P.M. Connecticut's Professional Magician 203-723-7295 http://bestpartymagic.com

Back from North Carolina

2009-10-15T20:04:00.000-07:00

Some of you maybe wondering what happened to Connecticut's favorite magician over the last week. Wasn't there supposed to be another Super Fun Parties video? Weren't you going to share some Halloween Show pictures? I thought you were going to teach the kids another magic trick?

Yes I was. I just got a little side-tracked over the last week.

You see, yesterday I made it back home from a visit with my brother and his family in North Carolina! I had a great visit with him and his kids, Jake & Morgan. The weather was beautiful but a little cold at night. Not like the snow we are getting here in Connecticut though.

I was able to spend some real quality time with my brother, Trevor. He is doing much better now after being injured in Afghanistan 5 months ago. He is up and around now and able to take his new dog for walks around the neighborhood. We spent some time talking, had taco soup for dinner and took a trip to the bookstore.

Morgan is really into scary movies so we watched a few horror movies I took with me. She also showed me how to check my email with my cell phone! Jake likes chess and has one of the biggest sets I've ever played with! It is huge! Jake is getting really good and even beat me once! We had alot of fun!

Now that I'm back I can get back on track. There will be another Super Fun Parties Video coming really soon. The next one will be on When and How to send the invitations! It will be filled with tips to make your next party Magic!

I'm also going to be posting that magic trick video soon! Its a neat torn and restored newspaper routine anyone can learn in few minutes! The kids will love it!

There will also be some new demo clip videos coming soon to our website, Best Party Magic.com

I have already posted a number of photos on my Face Book profile. You can check them out here: http://www.facebook.com/ted.peterson3?ref=profile

There is one at the top of this post to get you in the Halloween Spirit! (No pun intended!)

Thanks for joining me again! Please leave me a comment below and let me know what you've been up to lately!

To Your Best Party,

Ted Peterson

P.S. I will also be announcing our Halloween Contest over the weekend! It's going to be a good one so be sure to check back on Monday!

Thanks 4 the Follow I'm Ted

2009-09-26T17:21:00.001-07:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Ted Peterson. Master Marketer, Speaker & Entertainer in Connecticut says Thanks for the Twitter follow! Twitter introduction video! Distributed by Tubemogul.

Thanks for Following me on Twitter! Please leave a comment below and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Thanks! http://bestpartymagic.com

How To Know Your Getting a Great Entertainer!

2009-09-26T09:52:00.001-07:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Super Fun Party 1 In this series of video's Connecticut Magician Ted Peterson shares the secrets to throwing a Fun Party! Video One How To Know Your Getting a Great Entertainer. Just Follow these 3 simple tips and you will be a lot less likely to be disappointed! Distributed by Tubemogul.

As I said earlier this month I'm getting back to the party planning tips and ideas. In fact I'm creating an entire set of videos called, Super Fun Parties! In these videos I'll be covering, How to make sure you get a great entertainer, When to send the Invitations, How many should I Invite, Where to Get Decorations and Party Favors, How to Structure Your Party for Maximum Success and much more.

The first video, How To Know Your Getting a Great Entertainer, is posted above. Over the years working as a professional magician, I've encountered some real horror stories from clients who have been burned by a lousy entertainer. Follow the 3 simple steps in this video and that will never happen to you!

I hope you enjoy our first Super Fun Parties video and find the information useful the next time your planning a Birthday Party, Family Reunion, Company Picnic or Holiday Party!

Please leave your comments below and if you have any ideas or suggestions for our next video, please share those to! I'll see you in a few days with another Super Fun Parties video!

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P.S. If your in the Connecticut area and are looking for a great magician for your upcoming event please visit Best Party Magic to see all of my new magic shows! Each one is covered with my 100% money Back guarantee!

A Review Of Eric Pauls Ultimate Motivation Show

2009-09-23T09:28:00.001-07:00

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http://bit.ly/w6Dnz Connecticut Master magician & motivational speaker Ted Peterson reviews Eric Paul's Ultimate Motivation Show! Magicians looking to get into professional speaking should get this terrific program by marketer & speaker Eric Paul! Hope you enjoy. Feel free to post you comments. Distributed by Tubemogul.

The Secret to Making this Halloween the Best Ever!

2009-09-16T12:19:00.000-07:00

Here are the 3 Key Elements

To making Your Halloween

Spooktacular, Fun & A Huge Success!

The Secret to Making this

Halloween the Best Ever!

Hi Friends,

It's tough being put in charge of planning the Halloween program isn't it. There's so much to do and so little time. Lets face it, the summer is barely over and you need to get your fall schedule finished quickly, as the holiday season is right around the corner.

Now another year has passed. You need to make sure this Halloween event is the best ever. So how do you top last year's event?

Here are 3 Elements that will Practically Guarantee

You Have A Fantastic Halloween Event!

"There was lots of Fun and Excitement! The Best

Part was the interaction with our clients and staff!"

Stacy Strassel-Day Break Waterbury CT

First of all you want to create the proper Halloween Atmosphere for your guest. This should include decorations. You can pick these up fairly cheap at a Dollar Store or if you're like me, you can use the ones from last year. I use Jack O Lanterns, Cobwebs, hang Bats and Ghost! If you have a fog machine you can easily set it up on a timer. Some spooky music will go a long way in setting the mood. If you have younger kids you may want to use funny Halloween songs like "The Monster Mash". Another thing that helps set the mood is the food you serve, for example a cake shaped like a headstone filled with gummy worms! You can finds all kinds of thing to serve by doing a quick search on google.

Next you should make sure you have some kind of contests with some prizes! This is huge! Don't forget the prizes. Again you can pick up some really good stuff at your local Dollar store. If you're having a larger community event, you could even approach some local business and ask them to donate a prize for your event! A restaurant would donate dinner for two gift card. A health club might donate a free membership! Check around you'll be surprised! You can do the classic costume contest. You could have a raffle. You can do a coloring contest for kids! You can even do door prizes! Have fun with it and your guest will have fun too. Here is another great place to pick up some prizes: Click Here!

"Thanks for making my Mom's 80^th Birthday Something She will Always Remember!"

Bonnie Waring Seymoure CT

The Third key is to hire a professional entertainer to perform at your event! But how do you chose a good entertainer? Sure, you'll find a lot of entertainers out there. But how do you know which to choose? How can you be sure they know how to provide family-appropriate solutions to your group's needs? And how can you feel certain you'll get the best possible value for your investment?

The answer: Hire a Family-Show Specialist.

For family events, you want entertainment that's visual, easy to understand, and (of course) extremely funny. You don't want someone who just recycles old "jokes" the kids won't understand. Children love situational comedy, where crazy stuff happens and everyone enjoys the fun.

You also need to make sure that there is something for the adults to enjoy as well, and not just a 'kiddie show' that bores them and makes them want to chit chat during the program.

You want someone who's spent years working on and perfecting their programs - preferably someone's who's performed thousands of times in front of live audiences. You don't want a part-time entertainer, you want someone who's good enough to work as a FULL-TIME Family Show Professional!

Only by hiring an experienced professional who specializes in kid-appropriate, family friendly entertainment can you be certain you'll get the quality and value your group deserves.

The show was excellent! The best Part was the involvement with the children!

Mandy Sullivan Plantsville CT

How to Host A Halloween Event That Children & Their Families Will Never Forget!

I'm Ted Peterson with Stage Left Magic. I'm a professional magician and mind reader who specializes in making family and children's events unforgettable and fun! My entertainment programs consist of magic & illusion, comedy, and audience interaction. Best of all, they are literally guaranteed to make you look great as the event planner! In the past, I have used my Halloween programs to boost business and attendance for clients such as: Walden Books, Borders, the Silas Bronson Public Library, Waterbury CT Trumbull YMCA, Alfred State College University, Maple Hill Elementary School and the Buffalo Family Fun Day!

Here Are Two Interactive Halloween Programs That Are So Mystifying and Funny That The Whole Family Will Want To Be Part Of The Show! Guaranteed!

It sounds to good to be true doesn't it? Listen carefully because this much fun magic could be Banned by the state of Connecticut soon!

This Halloween season I will be performing two Brand New Halloween Themed programs. The "Freaky Halloween" program and the "Houdini Lives" magic program!

The Freaky Halloween Program!

This is one of the best theme programs I've ever put together! This is a kids program. It is appropriate for children ages 5-12 years old. Freaky Halloween is 45-55 minutes in length that will astound and tickle every child who attends! Freaky Halloween is literally themed to the spirit of Halloween and is not the same old magic show with a couple of Halloween lead-ins. It includes funny interactive magic that kids will beg to be a part of, Halloween music which really sets the mood of the show, storytelling that will have kids and adults on the edge of their seats and of-course silly ghost and goblins that will amaze everyone with their antics!

Here Are Some the Things Kids Will See and Experience!

· Kids will be Amazed as they make silly Ghost Appear From No Where!

· Funny and Creepy stories will leave kids hanging on the edge of their seats with anticipation of the next amazing surprise!

· They will clap and laugh- out- loud at the Worlds Strangest Magic Trick!

· Kids will Ohhh and Ahhh when they make "General the Magic Bunny Appear!

· They will be Amazed when they Discover that Ghost Really Do Exist! And Much More!

The "Freaky Halloween" program is a complete entertainment program. What do I mean by "complete entertainment program"? Remember when I said that I was going to save you time, money, and hassles putting your event together? This is going to be so easy your going to love it.

Once you decide to book any of my programs you don't need to worry about anything else to do with the program. I only need two things. I need a space to perform the show with an electrical outlet. That's it. I bring everything for the show with me such as: a portable backdrop which transforms any area into a stage, a professional sound system (which saves time and money-you don't need someone to show me how to work your sound system or if you don't have one, you don't need to rent one), I provide all the tables for the show and all of the colorful props. You don't even have to have someone to help me carry things in. I will take care of everything for you, which will free up more of your time so you can actually enjoy the event you have worked so hard on.

The Houdini Lives Program!

Mention magic and most people think of Houdini. Houdini is still the Father of magic even over 50 years after his death. The "Houdini Lives" program is an adult/family program, 1 hour in length, that highlights some of the master's greatest magic effects. The program is geared towards older audiences and explores some of the most famous magic made popular by Houdini! Houdini was also into the supernatural side of magic such as reading minds and trying to establish if it were possible to communicate with those who had past on. He spent many years of his life exposing fake mediums and spiritualist and the "Houdini Lives" program explores these aspects of magic as well. The performance includes incredible stunts and magic made famous by Houdini, including his world famous Straight Jacket escape, a short History of Houdini, a mock séance to try and contact the spirit of Houdini and much more.

Here's Some of the things You Will See and Experience!

· A short History of Houdini the Legend!

· Cringe as you see The Razor Blades effect performed right before your eyes!

· Unbelievably One Spectator will pick up the Thoughts of another Spectator!

· A Séance to try and contact Houdini!

· They will clap and laugh- out- loud at the Worlds Strangest Magic Trick!

· The Spirit of Houdini makes his presence known!

· Witness the Legendary Straight Jacket Escape!

"Ted made our Festival even better than the previous year! He is so easy to work with and well worth his fee!"

Joyce Weiner-Director of International Education-Alfred State College NY

The "Houdini Lives" program is also complete entertainment program. I will take care of everything pertaining to the program and do everything I can to make your event super easy and enjoyable for everyone who attends!

Ok Ted, Everything Sounds Great But What's The Bottom Line?

In the past I have offered my Halloween Theme Shows for $375 and I could easily do so again. Just look at everything you're getting with these programs! You're getting a full hour of unbelievable entertainment with comedy, storytelling, live animals and super fun and interactive magic. And Did I mention every performance I do comes with my Money Back Guarantee?

Often I'm asked by perspective clients, what is the number one reason I should book you rather than some other entertainer. Here's where the rubber really meets the road. I offer a No Questions asked Guarantee on every program I present. What that means to you, is if your not happy with my program or your audience doesn't have a great time you get your money back. I will tear up your check on the spot!

"Ted's professionalism was very impressive, he covered all the bases and made sure I was completely Satisfied!"

Siobhan Paltary-Redding CT

You see, after performing hundreds of programs for kids and families I know what makes a great show and how to deliver it every time! Did you know that in the past 10 years that I have offered this Guarantee not one person has ever asked for their money back. Not one!

Other entertainers have tried to tell me I'm crazy to make such a Guarantee, that eventually someone is going to take advantage of me. They might be right. But my focus is on my clients and my ultimate goal is for them to be 110% satisfied. If their not I'd rather they keep their money. Try finding that kind of Guarantee with a DJ, a band or another magician. For me, having that kind of peace of mind is worth penny.

As I've said earlier, in the past I have charged $375 or more for similar programs but for a limited time, until Oct. 1^st, you can get either one of these programs for $225 saving you $150! After Oct. 1^st the fee will go back to the regular price of $375.

Why am I offering these programs at such a huge discount?!

We are very blessed to sell-out every year! It's not unusual for us to fill our entire schedule by the end of September. Many organizations re-book us year-after-year and have already reserved their dates for this year immediately after last year's assembly!

However, I prefer to concentrate on performing the shows rather than booking them. If you book a program with us before October 1st, we'll take off a hundred & fifty

Dollars Off!!! This way, we can fill our calendar and get on with our true mission of performing!

Of course, you don't have to have the show by October 1, only book it before then.

Clearly, the value of these programs dwarfs the price of booking me. But, unfortunately, this price won't last long. The deadline is Oct. 1st. Please don't mistake this for sales hype. That's not my style.

"I was overwhelmed by how wonderful your show was. You performed beautifully with all of the kids and six of them had special needs! You kept the children memorized for an hour! You absolutely made my son's birthday special and he will never forget his 10^th birthday! You were so easy to work with and a pleasure to have in our home. I would enthusiastically recommend you to anyone who wants a show they will never forget! Thank you for making the day so special!" Margaret Bartiromo-Fairfield CT

I'm mailing this same letter to hundreds of other schools and organizations in the area. Plus I have advertised these programs in papers and local parenting magazines. The dates for these programs are going to go fast.

To avoid being disappointed you need to act quickly and call me right now. If you want to save some real money on your program this is doubly so. After Oct. 1^st it goes up to $375.

Here is the phone number: 203-723-7295. For a quicker response email me with the date and time that you would like to book and which program you are interested in. Send email to: ted@bestpartymagic.com

I'd like to thank you for your time and interest in my special Halloween programs. I'm really excited about meeting with you and helping you with your event!

Sincerely,

Professional Magician "Motivating With MAGIC" 203-723-7295 ted@bestpartymagic.com

P.S. Don't forget! The Deadline is October 1^st 2009 to save $150!

"3 Powerful Reasons You Should

Book Stage Left Magic..."

Your Audience Will Have A Great Time

"Ted did one of his shows this year for our Co. picnic and it was a great success. The audience included the very young to the old and all were entertained. If you choose Stage Left Magic Productions I'm sure you won't be disappointed!"

Thomas E. Holt CEO Lutheran Social Services

"Interactive and captivating! The best part of the show was Ted's energy."

Liz Handley, Ice skating coach International Skate Competition Jamestown NY

Your Audience Will Be Involved

"Not only do you see it, you are part of it."

Virginia Haskins C.C.W. Gustavus Adolphus Children Center, Jamestown, NY

"Excellent Interaction with the children and adults. I liked how you geared the show slightly differently for the younger students vs. the older students."

Rochelle Mole' Frewsberg Elementary, Frewsburg, NY

You Will Get Rave Reviews

"Everyone is still talking about your show!"

Jack Swedler NWHD, Jamestown NY

"Your tricks were very entertaining and we still have people talking about your magic!"

Gerrie Reid Harley Davidson of Jamestown, Inc. Jamestown NY

Get Motivated Seminar in Hartford CT!

2009-09-10T15:55:00.000-07:00

Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending the Get Motivated seminar in Hartford CT. It was a sell out at the XL Center with over 19000 attendees! We had to get up really early, 4 AM to make sure we got there ahead of all the traffic and get a good seat in the platinum section on the floor. It paid off and we were in the front row when things kicked off at 8 AM! The speakers included Zig Ziglar, Tamara Lowe, General Colin Powell, Phil Town, Laura Bush, former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, Steve Forbes and James Smith! Truely some of the most successful men and woman of our time! Joe Montana was the first speaker and talked about the importance of team work. The whole event was just fantastic. Zig Ziglar was an inspiration to everyone. Several month ago while speaking he fell and sustained a head injury that effects his short term memory. His daughter was there to help support him. He gave a very touching presentation on what he calls the "Home Team Advantage" , that encompasses the importance of family, love and marriage to achieve life succes! James Smith took the stage like a firecracker. He talked about real-estate and the importance of getting in the game! His ideas on achieving success almost mirror my own. In my opinion his presentation was the best. He was energetic, straight forward and very funny! If you get the chance to see him live just do it! He is that good. Steve Forbes was incredible. This man should be our next president. If he changes his mind about running he has my vote. If you get the chance to hear him speak just do it. I'll be keeping a close eye on him from now on. I could go on and on about this event and each of the speakers. I picked up alot from attending this event and hope that they have it again next year. I'm always trying to learn more about improving myself and my business. I go to live events like this whenever I can and highly reccomend it. I always get so much more than what I have to invest to go. In fact Tracy and I invested in two other workshops at this event and can't wait to go. I posted a picture of Zig Ziglar above. If you would like to see the rest of the pictures I took please check out my profile on Facebook! Here is the link: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=35615&id=1163910639&saved#/profile.php?id=1163910639&ref=profile As always please share your thoughts about this post and let me know your out there! Thanks Ted Peterson P.M. Professional Magician http://bestpartymagic.com ted@funmeetingsnow.com

Free SEO Software!

2009-09-08T11:49:00.000-07:00

Hi, Have you ever dreamed of starting your own business. Maybe you already have one, along with a website and a blog. Maybe you have a great product or service but your just not getting any traffic. Your probably wondering what this has to do with parties or magic? Please keep reading because Connecticut's favorite Magician is going to share with you one of his secrets for generating more traffic...like magic! This is the ONLY software I ever use for SEO, and it's Free. Click below to get the free software: Check it out: http://www.undergroundtraininglab.com/go.php?1052226 Here are the details The smartest SEO guy and power affiliate I know is giving away a his new Traffic Getting 2.0 software to his best friends and Jeff has given me permission to give you the software too. Jeff will ask for your email address to send you more videos and free training. Give it to him. Jeff is a high quality marketer and I recommend his trainings 125% I have learned everything I know about SEO and affiliate marketing from this man. So Check it out: http://www.undergroundtraininglab.com/go.php?1052226 Go there now, Ted P.S. Jeff will not give this software away for long. Please don't wait another minute, duh...it's free. Don't be a schmuck. Click here to get the free software http://www.undergroundtraininglab.com/go.php?1052226

Ted's Summer Reading List!

2009-08-26T07:38:00.001-07:00

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Take a look into Teds Summer Reading List for Success. Connecticut marketer and speaker Ted Peterson shares what he is reading this summer! You'll find alot of good recommendations for a good book to curl up on the beach with! http://funmeetingsnow.com Distributed by Tubemogul.

Saving You Money!

2009-08-24T14:06:00.001-07:00

Dear Friends,

Ted here.

Often I'm asked, "Is there any way we could save some money on our booking?" Great question. I'm glad you asked.

If your getting my monthly newsletter via email, you've no doubt noticed each one contains a special discounted rate for one of my programs.

Here's another way to save some money right now! From now until my Birthday, Aug. 31, you can save an additional $10 off any of my 3 Birthday programs (Click Here for Details!) just for following my blog! You see, I need more traffic to my blog and I thought this would be a good way to pass some savings on to my clients!

Just go to Best Party Magic Blog and subscribe to the feed or click the follow button! Then when you contact me about your next party simply mention you are a blog subscriber to get your extra $10 off!

Please feel free to forward this to your friends! Then they can save some money too!

Thanks so much & I'll see you in September!

Ted Peterson P.M.

Professional Magician

203-723-7295

http://bestpartymagic.com

P.S. Don't forget...I'm started taking Halloween Booking 2 weeks ago! Please contact me soon to reserve your Halloween Party!

P.P.S. Here is a great place to pick up your party favors, decorations and much more!

Click Here!

Mom's Birthday! Special Offer!

2009-08-13T07:06:00.000-07:00

Today's my Mom's Birthday! So a very special Birthday Wish to my Mom from our whole family! We wish we could be there with you to celebrate. Save me a piece of chocolate cake! We love and miss you and hope to see you again real soon! And in honor of my my Mom's birthday, I have a Special Offer for Mom's and Dad's planning a party for their kids. For a limited time you can make your child's party the best ever with Connecticut's favorite magician and save a ton of money! Just go to Best Party Magic and fill out party request form. When you fill in your child's name add /mom (ie. John/Mom ) to save $50 off great regular investment for either the Gold or Platinum party package! But you must act quickly. This special offer ends this Sunday, Aug. 16th at midnight! Of course you don't have to have your party by this weekend. You just need to book your party by this Sunday and have the party when ever you like! So go to Best Party Magic and save $50 off our Gold or Platinum party packages! Ted & Best Party Magic 203-723-7295 http://bestpartymagic.com magic113@gmail.com P.S. Don't forget the Deadline is this Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009! P.P.S. Here is a great place to pick up the decorations and party favors! http://tedsmagic.makesparties.com/Home.aspx

Party Planning Tip 6

2009-08-13T06:53:00.000-07:00

Best Party Magic’s Tips for A Great Party

Part 6

Hi,

We’re going to continue with our Tips for a Great Party. Today's tip is going to save you a lot of stress by helping you to manage all the kids who come to your party.

Great Party Planning Tip #6

Cake and Ice Cream Last!

This might be one of those things where parents look at me and say, "What?" Believe me when I say that this bit of advise is worth its weight in gold! It has the ability to reduce your stress level more than anything else in these emails.

Why? Having cake and ice cream as the last activity ensures that you'll have the LEAST amount of time to deal with all those sugar-filled bodies!

I've seen parties where the charming group of 20 five year olds suddenly turn into sugar "blurs" because they're running around so much after the cake. It really becomes quite difficult to handle them all sometimes and it can reduce the best planned party to chaos in a heartbeat!

You want to have cake and ice cream about a half hour before the party is scheduled to end. Then by that time the parents will be there to pick up the little ones. It is far easier for them to deal with their child than it is for you to deal with all 20!

You'll be glad you decided to have cake later rather than early.

I'll see you soon with our final tip to having a great party!

Sincerely,

Ted & Stage Left Magic

http://bestpartymagic.com

203-723-7295

magic113@gmail.com

P.S. Don't forget the party favors & decorations! This link will help you find

what your looking for: http://tedsmagic.makesparties.com/Home.aspx

Ted Saws Director In Half

2009-07-27T10:26:00.001-07:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Master of magic Ted Peterson saws the director of the Guilford Parks & Rec in Half with a buzz saw at a recent town picnic at Jacobs Beach in Guilford CT! Check it out and let me know what you think about the magic & video! Distributed by Tubemogul.

2009-07-26T19:28:00.001-07:00

Ping fm Rocks!!!

Ghost

2009-07-26T09:51:00.001-07:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Do you believe in ghost? Frank is a ghost I met in Randolph NY. He followed our family when we moved to CT. For years I have tried to capture his image. This is the best I have managed so far! Please let me know what you think. Good or Bad. Let me know you are alive! Distributed by Tubemogul.

2009-07-10T07:27:00.000-07:00

My Sisters Wedding in front of the Jefferson Memorial, Washington D.C.! Tracy and I just returned two days ago from Washington D.C. and my sister's wedding. The wedding was wonderful. As you can see the we had a lot of fun! The best part for me was catching up with and spending time with my family. I had a rare opportunity to re-connect with my grand-father who just turned 84. Believe it or not he still rides a Harley-Davidson! We really didn't realize just how much we really miss each other until it was time to come back home. Tracy and I also went to see my brother Trevor, who was severely wounded in Afghanistan, a few weeks ago at Walter Reed Hospital. It was just so good to see him and talk with him after everything he has been through. He has a long road ahead of him before he will be up and around but he is doing a little better each day. I'm just grateful he is home and getting the care he needs and for everyone's support and prayers. Thank you so much! Here's what to look for in coming post and a Special Offer! There will be a few new video's coming soon and I will be getting back to our party tips that will not only save you time and money but practically guarantee that your party or event is a huge success! I also have a new entertainment package in the works. This one is going to be huge! So watch for that as well! In honor of my sister's wedding here's a Special Offer! from now until July 25, 2009 take $40 off my Gold or Platinum entertainment packages. You can see the details of these packages at http://bestpartymagic.com To take advantage of this offer, just mention my sisters wedding when you contact me. These magic programs are perfect for kids birthday parties, first communions, family reunions, and any type of family event. Of course you don't have to have your event by July 25th, just book the event by that date. Keep in mind, this is one of my busiest times of the year. To ensure you get the date you want please contact me 3-4 weeks in advance. Ted & Best Party Magic http://bestpartymagic.com magic113@gmail.com

Happy Father's Day!

2009-06-21T13:23:00.001-07:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com I just wanted to wish my Dad & brother a very Happy Father's Day from Naugatuck CT. I wish you could be here and spend the day with us. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Death of the Jedi

2009-06-21T11:12:00.001-07:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Shawn and Taran Decided to make this movie for their Grandpa on Father's Day! They had a lot of fun making it in our back yard in Naugatuck CT. We hope you enjoy it, especially our Dad's and Grandpa's! Distributed by Tubemogul.

Party Tips 5

2009-06-04T15:28:00.001-07:00

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http://bestpartymagic.com Ted Peterson shares part planning tip 5 from his party planning guide. Ted uses his experience as a children's entertainer and party magician to help parents plan their kid's birthday party. He shares tips and tricks to create a successful party in Fairfield Connecticut. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Party Tips 4

2009-05-27T12:52:00.000-07:00

Stage Left Magic's Tips for A Great Party

Part 4

Hi,

Today were going to be talking about one of the best things

you can do to ensure you have a great party!

Great Party Planning Tip #4 How to Structure the Party!

Let's face it. In my opinion, this is the key to the vault. There have

been so many parties I've been to where the kids are just left alone

to run around for an hour or so until the meal is served.

To me, this is a HUGE mistake. To maintain control (as well as your sanity), its necessary to structure the party from top to bottom. This will keep the kids focused and occupied throughout your party.

Here is a good structure to follow. For example, a 1:00 -3:00 party

would go something like this: 1:00-1:30 Games, 1:30-2:15

Entertainment (pinata, magic show, movie, etc.), 2:15-3:00

food/refreshments, 3:00-3:30 Cake and Presents...More on cake

and Ice Cream later.

You may notice that the major activity is scheduled at least 30 minutes

into the party. This is important due to traffic delays and other minor

mishaps that could cause a few of your guest to arrive late. This gives

you an additional 30 minutes for guest to arrive. You might want to use

this time for a quick game of Simon Says or Duck-Duck-Goose.

By structuring the entire party, the event will be more memorable and special for your child because his/her friends will remember all of the 'cool things' they did at your party. You will become Super Mom or Super Dad, the hero and envy of all the other parents!

Be on the look out for Quick Tips for A Great Party - Part 5!

Sincerely,

Ted & Stage Left Magic

203-723-7295

magic113@gmail.com http://bestpartymagic.com

P.S. Don't forget the party favors & decorations! This link will help you find what your looking for: http://tedsmagic.makesparties.com/Home.aspx

Secrets of Magic-Linking Safety Pins!

2009-05-21T22:55:00.001-07:00

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http://www.bestpartymagic.com From Naugatuck CT, Master Magician Ted Peterson teaches another fun and amazing magic trick you can learn in minutes from home! You will see Ted magically link two safety pins together right before your eyes! Have fun! Distributed by Tubemogul.

Secrets of Magic 4-Reading Minds

2009-05-20T12:12:00.001-07:00

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http://www.slmagicproductions.com Master Magician Ted Peterson teaches you how to read a friends mind using a regular deck of cards. This magic trick is easy to learn and fun to perform. You have the power to read minds!This free online video shows how. Distributed by Tubemogul.

Part 3 Tips for a Great Party

2009-05-18T13:30:00.000-07:00

Tips for A Great Party

Part 3

Ted here with anther Quick Tip for planning a Great Party!

Great Party Planning Tip #3 Where to Have the Party!

While there's nothing wrong with having the party at your home, I've seen much lower stress levels when the party is held at a separate location.

Here are some other places you might want to consider for your party. Churches. Fire Halls. Country Clubs. Community Rec Centers. Daycares and Schools.

If an out-of-home party is not possible for you, try to keep the kids to central area such as a large downstairs Family room or a finished basement. This will help you keep an eye on little ones and keep things running smoothly at your party.

Again, Thank you so much for using Stage Left Magic!

Be on the look out for Quick Tips for A Great Party - Part 4!

Sincerely,

Ted & Stage Left Magic http://www.slmagicproductions.com magic113@gmail.com

Are you getting Results like these for your Kids Party?

2009-05-15T12:00:00.000-07:00

The title says it all. If you'd like to get the same kind of results as this family did with their daughter's birthday party why not take a look at the complete entertainment solutions we offer. If your planning a kids party or event I can help you make it a huge success! All of my entertainment programs are backed with a 100% Money Back Guarantee! If the kids don't have a wonderful time at our show you get your money back on the spot! To find out more about my kids magic shows and how to make your child's birthday super special go to: http://www.slmagicproductions.com You and your kids will be glad you did! Ted & Stage Left Magic "Where Kids Live the MAGIC!" 203-723-7295 magic113@gmail.com

Quick Tips Continued

2009-05-14T17:26:00.000-07:00

Stage Left Magic's Tips for a Great Party! Part 2 Hi! Ted here with another quick tip for planning a successful party! Great Planning Tip 2-Find Someone to Help! Let's face it. Your own children can be a handful...what happens when you have twenty 5-year-olds to contend with? It can be enough to fray anyones nerves if you're not prepared. I've seen many Mom's and Dad's try "to go it alone" for the party. But think about it. There are so many other things to worry about: decorations, food, games, cake and everything else! By getting some trusted, reliable help, not only will you have a more stress-free party but you will actually get to watch and participate in the activities and enjoy your child's special day! Thanks again for using Stage Left Magic. Be on the look out for tip 3 coming soon! Ted & Stage Left Magic 203-723-7295 http://www.slmagicproductions.com magic113@gmail.com

2009-05-07T18:04:00.000-07:00

1. Don't forget the Invitations!

This is one of the problems I see with planning a great party. The parents

forget to mail the invitations early enough.

Send the invitations as soon as you can. 3-4 weeks prior to the party is

the perfect time-as this will give the other parents time to plan around your party,

and with RSVP's, will let you know how much food you will need and so forth.

Don't forget to mention that there will be a fun and exciting magic show and any other

activities that you may have planned as well. This will help create excitement and boost

attendance at your event.

Again, Thank you so much for using Stage Left Magic!

Be on the look out for Quick Tips 2!

Sincerely,

Ted & Stage Left Magic

203-723-7295

magic113@gmail.com

http://www.slmagicproductions.com

P.S. Don't forget the party favors & decorations! This link will help you find what your looking for:

http://tedsmagic.makesparties.com/Home.aspx

Quick Up-Date

2009-05-04T16:55:00.000-07:00

First off, we had a great Easter! Those of you I talked with seemed to have a good one too...If I didn't get a hold of you personally I apologize...Part of the reason for this update...I hope everyone had a great Easter! Second. For those of you that don't know, I now have the auto responder system in place that I have been talking about getting for the last 6 months...Its already making my life immensely easier...I booked a show today with one mouse click! How cool is that...Here is the sign up link for any of you that maybe thinking of adding something like this for your own business use: http://www.1shoppingcart.com/app/?af=958672 I've also made alot of changes to the website...There are new videos and I've added a lot of stuff to the kids only page...This is a precursor to a complete over haul on the website...Check it out if you get the chance and let me know what you think...I'm also selling copies of my magic book on the site now too...I used Timmy in the Book video, very cool! You may also download a free chapter of the book just to check it out if you like...Here is the link: http://www.slmagicproductions.com I have a bunch of shows in the coming months including another wedding...Should be Fun! Tracy has been just as busy with her work...She barely has time to turn around...I find myself looking forward to the end of June just so she can take a break... We have a few trips planned for this year... May-Visit My Mom? End of June-Take Kids to Dads End of June- Visit Ben & Jessie July-Fishing Trip August-Pick Up Kids/Visit Mom & Friends November-Super Conference I have alot of projects planned for April and May including another on- line video, Magic Workshop Program, New Website, Motivational Program, and hopefully finish my new Marketing book...Will also be adding my own magic set to my new website for sale... That pretty much covers things...It's getting late...So I'm going to run... Hope to talk with all of you soon! Ted & Stage Left Magic