The lights, sounds and excitement of a birthday party are a welcome event for most kids. But if your child deals with one or more sensory-processing disorders, a birthday party can be stressful and overwhelming for both them and you. Depending on the… Read More

Birthday parties are just for kids? Says who? It’s true that you may have outgrown bounce houses and costumed characters, but you should always feel special on the one day that’s all about you, no matter how old you are. At Stars & Strikes, we think all birthdays… Read More

A homemade cake, handcrafted decorations, and original games that are so inventive they’ll break Pinterest when you post them. It’s the perfect birthday party … in your head. In reality, you wish for a decorating fairy and hope you don’t end up one of those “Nailed it!” memes. Read More

A child’s birthday party is one of those events parents can both look forward to and dread all at once. Seeing the look of joy on little faces as they open presents and gobble cake is a gift in itself, but the planning, preparation and cost that can… Read More

Bowling birthday parties are a smart choice for many reasons — they’re super fun, they keep active kids busy, and you don’t have to prepare for an onslaught of excited children to descend upon your home. After your book your party, you’ll need to turn your attention to making it… Read More

Birthday party planning can be overwhelming, and if we’re being completely honest, it can be stressful and a bit of a drag. This is why a bowling birthday party is one of the best ideas you’ll come up with this year — it’s such a huge win-win for everyone involved,… Read More

Your child’s birthday party is fast approaching. Birthday party planning should commence as soon as humanly possible, but this can get pretty overwhelming, pretty quickly. Hosting at home can be convenient, but then again, it can be decidedly inconvenient. Here are a few ways hosting a kids… Read More

When you plan your child’s birthday party, there are dozens of things to consider — venue, activities, food, invitations and how to give the birthday kid the best day ever. If your posse of partygoers includes active children or teens, there are a few birthday party tips… Read More