Birthday Parties

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New for 2010 - New Projects! New Add-On Options!

A TeachArt2Me birthday party is a unique experience, great for any age! Our 2 hour parties include a 45 minute "arts & crafts" project within the theme you choose, leaving your guests 20 minutes for cake and treats and ample time for present opening and "transitioning". Our host staff will assist in all aspects of your party and an experienced instructor will join you for the project portion of the party (parties under 10 guests may only have one staff member). All our projects are age appropriate and educational. Party size is limited to 20 children including the birthday child and siblings.

Party size is limited to 20 children including the birthday child and siblings. Due to space constraints we ask only a few necessary adult guests remain in the part room for the duration of the event - We typically have additional classrooms available for adults to use. Host families are welcome to provide refreshments for adult guests but please make us aware that you intend to use an additional room at time of booking.

1/3 deposit required for reservation. Dates without deposit are held for 48 hours. Balance to be paid in full at end of party. Gratuity, if desired is not included. Parties cancelled less than one week before date will forfeit deposit. Rescheduling may be possible without penalty. Host Family assume responsibility for guests behavior and supervision. A 10% military discount will be given to all active duty military, spouses, and immediate family upon proof of military identification card.

Parties available from 10am - 8pm Saturdays and 11am - 6pm Sundays. Fridays and weekends are subject to studio availability.

Standard Birthday Party Packages

Several party packages are available. Add-ons can be accommodated per request.

Basic Party: Includes project materials; table banner; party favors for each child; craft kit for the birthday child; invitations & thank yous. $160 for up to 10 children. $9.25 for each additional child.

Apprentice Party: Includes project materials; table banner; loot bags for each child; craft kit for the birthday child; paper products for cake and drinks; a balloon bouquet for the birthday child; invitations & thank yous. $190 for up to 10 children. $11.25 for each additional child.

Master Party: Includes project materials; table banner; deluxe loot bags for each child; craft kit for the birthday child; paper products for cake and drinks; a balloon bouquet for the birthday child; Party hat ‘project’ materials; invitations and thank yous. $224 for up to 10 children. $13 for each additional child.

Specialty Parties

Specialty parties follow the same format as our standard parties, however special attention is paid to each party's particular theme. Party projects are performed 'workshop' style as the children move from station to station. Projects typically include 'dress up' props and themed accessories. Specialty parties are not recommended for broad age range parties. $235 for up to 10 children. $14 for each additional child.

Full Service Remote Parties

Sit back & enjoy your child’s celebration, we'll do it all. Recommended for parties of more than 10 children. Pick any our standard party options; specialty parties are not available for remotes.

Basic Remote: $195, 10 child minimum, $10.00 for each additional child.

Apprentice Remote: $230, 10 child minimum, $12.00 for each additional child.

Master Remote: $280, 10 child minimum, $14 for each additional child.

We are able to provide tables & up to 16 chairs at no extra charge. Canopy Rental is available at $20 per 10x10 canopy per party. Additional tables, $5 each, chairs are $1 each.

Driving radius for a remote or offsite enrichment is 25 miles, over 25 mile radius is an additional $2.50 per mile as reported by MapQuest.com. Note: we make exceptions for Military parties at Groton Sub base.

Offsite Party Enrichment

Looking for Arts & Crafts enrichment at your child's party, in your home? We can provide projects and activities on an hourly basis plus materials. This option does not include our full service party package & hosting, just the projects with an instructor. Standard projects incur a $2 per child fee for materials, T-shirt projects incur a $5 per child materials fee. Projects may be chosen from our standard party package options only.

Flat rates per hour/materials:

Paint Your Own Pottery Parties

Paint your own pottery in our lead free studio! You can choose from a 'Functional', 'Decorative', 'Non-Functional' or 'Bank' theme. Paint your own pottery is a fun, creative way to celebrate your special day. All pottery will be fired after the party and will be assigned a pick up date. You may choose any of our standard party packages and purchase a 'pottery add-on' or have a 'Hot Pot' pottery Package.

Themes

'Hot Pot' Party

Our 2 hour party includes all pottery, glaze and firing, table coverings, paper products for cake and drinks, invites and thank-yous, a plate your guests 'sign' and decorate for the birthday child and a party favor for each guest.

$280 for up to 10 guests. $12 for each additional guest.

All pottery parties are for 6 and up ONLY.

Standard Birthday Party Project Options

For Ages 3 to 5

For Ages 6 to 8

Ages 9 and up

Ages 12 and up only

Specialty Party Options and Descriptions

For Ages 3 to 5

For Ages 6 to 8

For Ages 9 to 11

Food Package Options

Pizza Package: Add a Pizza Package to any of our standard party packages for an extra $75. All pizza packages add an extra half-hour of party time and include two large pies and two 64 oz. juices with choices of apple, grape, or fruit blends, and all paper products for pizza. Pizza topping $2.50 each. Extra pie for $16 each and $3 for each extra juice. Pizza provided by Cavros Pizza in East Hartford.

A note about cakes and other snacks: Unfortunately TeachArt2Me is unable to provide birthday cake due to lack of refrigeration space. We ask that families provide their own cakes. Parties not booked with pizza package may purchase 64 oz juices at $3 per bottle or bring their own beverages. Only snacks in sealed packages may be brought in per with board of heath regulations.

Other Add Ons

New Add on Packages

We now have fun add ons for your remote or offsite birthday parties. Note that these options are weather permitting and require adequate space. These add ons are not available independently, only as an add on to another party option.

Mini Moonbounce (for ages 6 and under): Enjoy your little tikes canopy mini moonbounce. Our moonbounce allows 3 to 4 children ages 6 and under (total weight not to exceed $260 pounds) to jump and bounce and expand all that extra energy. Easy step up to enter, and slide down to exit. Must have soft surface on lawn to state moonbounce into. Not for parking lots or concrete surfaces.

Parachute (for ages 7 and under): Fill it with balls, stuffed animals, or other fun toys to toss. Gather around and pop the parachute, pop it again and run underneath. Play duck-duck-goose parachute style. Fun for everyone!

Inflatable "Basket" Ball (for ages 10 and under): Enjoy our fun inflatable giant hoop and all the balls to go with it. Toss for points or just for fun!

Giant Inflatable Bowling Game (for ages 10 and under): Join the fun in knocking down our giant inflatable bowling pins with our giant inflatable ball. You've never seen anything like it!

Get both ball games!

Face Painting Add Ons

Please see our Face Painting page for more information about Face Panting party ad ons and individual bookings.