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: Party/Group Ideas It doesn’t always have to be holiday time! Here are some great ideas:
Visit the Patch Products Facebook page to post your game events going on across the country! Families - On average children spend just 38.5 minutes each week engaged in meaningful conversation with their parents compared to 1,197 minutes spent in front of TV, video games or computers. Increase your meaningful time together by playing a board game each week for 20 minutes. This casual environment includes all members of the family from preschoolers to teenagers and even grandparents. It also opens lines of communication, creates memories and teaches valuable life lessons. Schools and PTOs - Classrooms could spend 20 minutes each Friday playing a board game as a reward for hard work and good behavior all week. Use the lesson plans from our website to incorporate board games into your classroom teachings. Schools can host a once-a-month game evening as a way to help families become familiar with the staff and facilities, lead into discussions of various matters or upcoming events, and establish and maintain a line of communication with parents. Host a trivia night fundraiser using board games. Encourage families and businesses to purchase a table and play as a team. Another fundraiser could be a Game Night Lock-In that allows kids to play their favorite games with their friends in a safe and secure environment. Groups could change games each hour or so, or conduct a giant tournament where everyone plays together! Parents - Begin a “Parents' or Moms' Night Out,” in which a different family hosts other adults. It gives the adults a chance to get to know each other and discuss school, work and student issues. It's also a good chance to introduce some fun games to non-gamers. Senior Living Apartments/Assisted Living Facilities - Keeping the mind active keeps a person young. Offer weekly game activities in a common area and invite family for a potluck. Put it on your calendar of events and hang posters around the facility. Learn more about the Benefits of Intergenerational Play and invite grandkids in for a day of Buzzword. Libraries/Museums – Host various game events for seniors, tweens and families to celebrate National Game and Puzzle Week™. In 2011, National Game and Puzzle Week will be celebrated November 20 – 26. Provide the history behind games, set up a timeline display of games and offer books about game inventors. Scout Troops - Use board games as an icebreaker at the start of your meetings or for entertainment during camp. Host a game day as a community service event and collect non-perishable items for your food pantry. Award a badge for their accomplishments. Religious Organizations - The lessons learned in playing board games often enforce the values your religious leaders are trying to stress. Board games are excellent tools as icebreakers and conversation starters. Hold a “Singles Game Evening” or an afternoon “Game Social” to encourage fellowship among parishioners. Games work great at Youth Group events too! Print the information in your weekly bulletin. Game Clubs or Restaurants - Single adults and couples are looking for ways to meet new friends. Games are a great way to start a conversation in a relaxed environment. Offer menu specials and mixers to move people to the different gaming tables. Advertise the event as a way to increase business during slower times. Thanksgiving - It’s the ultimate family holiday, tailor-made for game get-togethers: Who’s the Turkey?: After Thanksgiving dessert, the women take on the men in a rousing game with the loser doing the dishes! I Survived Shopping: After holiday shopping the Friday after Thanksgiving, get together with friends and neighbors to relax and unwind with your favorite games. Guest Game Hour: If you have guests staying during the holidays, entertain them with a “Game Hour.” Adults can battle wits while youngsters enjoy their own fun game. Retailers - Many local game retailers schedule regular nights for customers to come in and play new and classic games. Use the posters from our Organizer Kit to advertise the event and attract customers to your store. Neighborhood - Fun and Games Parties are great ways to stay in touch with your neighbors. You can have events for the neighborhood kids too. Parents rotate hosting duties and the kids come over bringing along their favorite game. Have a Fun and Games Party whenever someone new moves into the neighborhood. It’s an excellent way to get to know new faces. There is no limit to the type or size of group, so come and join the fun! Share your idea with us. Back to Get Involved |
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