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| If anyone wants to be listed in the book versions just send the answers to the questions that apply to you(Goods, Location or Entertainer) and send them to me thebirthdaygurumama@gmail.com. UPDATE 8/24/09: almost ready to start writing- all companies will be listed with basic contact info unless they say no---the questions for an expanded listing(also free, just answer and send via email) are below Also if you would like to be interviewed (or reviewed- South Central or Eastern MA and Northern RI only) let me know. For reviews I like to observe a party in progress(from a distance, you won't even know I'm anything but a mom watching her kids take part in the activity at your location) and have my children, if it's age appropriate, try out your activity. Questions: All: please include your basic contact information: website, phone, email, address(at least town and state), fax is optional, and contact person. For Sub-Categories: I have had some question as to what exactly I am looking for-basically the main category you would fall under(ie: Dance, Sports, Art, Museum, Clown, Facepainter, Magician, Interactive Fun, Gymnastics, Unique, Princess/Beauty, Animals, Rentals, Bakeries, Balloons, Party Goods etc) Locations: 1. Are your packages described on your website and in print(for those who do not have internet access) 2. Do you have any special policies for your packages, such as discounts for excluding certain items or guests who do not show up but were included in the guest count? Extra items or services that can be added to the package? 3. Is food included in the package, if not do you have food available on premises and do you have any policies regarding children with food allergies. If no, do you have a contract or deal set up with a local restaurant? 4. What is your cancelation policy, including “bad weather” related cancellations? 5. Which(can pick more than one) of the following age groups do you recommend your parties for: * Toddlers to Prekindergarten(1-4) ____ * Early Elementary(5-7) _____ * Youth (8-10) ____ * Preteen (10-12) ___ * Young Teen(13-16) ___ * Young Adult(17 & up) ___ 6. How far in advance do you recommend customes contact you to reserve a date? 7. Do you perform background checks and what do you do to ensure your customer’s safety-both in regards to staff and the safety of your location(insurance and procedures at your location) 8. Are your prices competitive? 9. What are your operating hours? Do you have a way to reach you outside of business hours for emergency contact? Goods Vendors: 1. Do you have a wide selection of product options and are they listed on your website and in print, for those who do not have internet access? 2. Are your prices competitive? 3. What is your cancelation policy? 4. What are your business hours and do you have a way to reach you outside of these hours for emergency contact? 5. How far in advance do you recommend customers contact you to reserve a date for your products and/or services? Entertainers: 1. Do you have a variety of performance options and are they described on your website and in print for those who do not have internet access? 2. Do you have any special policies you would like your customers to know about? 3. What is your cancelation policy, especially weather related. 4. What is your policy if you are unable to make the event? 5. How far in advance do you need to be contacted to reserve a date? 6. What safety measures do you have in place to protect your customers and their children? 7. Are your prices competitive? 8. Which(can pick more than one) of the following age groups do you recommend your parties for: * Toddlers to Prekindergarten(1-4) ____ * Early Elementary(5-7) _____ * Youth (8-10) ____ * Preteen (10-12) ___ * Young Teen(13-16) ___ * Young Adult(17 & up) ___ 9. What are your business hours and do you have a way to reach you outside of these hours for emergency contact? |
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