PARTY PLANNER

badge requirements

NOTE: Before the party, discuss all the plans and preparations with the leader. Keep a record of everything and, if possible, take some photos at your party. Afterwards, talk with the tester about the whole experience.

1. Make a chart showing the dates and titles of at least ten different festivals. These should be a mix of at least three different religions, faiths or cultures.

2. Either on your own or with a group of other Guides doing this badge, organise and throw a party. Decide on a festival you would like to celebrate or choose a party theme. Of the following clauses, five may be completed as a group, but three must be done individually to show the tester that you are capable.

• Produce a budget and a breakdown of how much money you will need to spend on the party. How will you raise the money?

• Write a letter to invite a special guest to give a talk or show you and your friends something new at your party. Who will it be?

• Write a letter asking permission to use (or hire) your Guide hall, home, or wherever you decide to hold your party.

• Produce invitations in keeping with the theme of your party.

• Produce some sample decorations to show the tester.

• Create a menu and cook one dish to show the tester.

• Think of three activities that you could use at your party and explain them to your tester.

• Write a letter thanking your special guest for coming to your party