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Birthday Party Planner

 

Awesome Inflatables Rental

12411 Durkee Road, Grafton

440-759-9928, awesomeinflatables@hotmail.com, www.awesomeinflatablesrental.com

Party supplies

We rent inflatable fun for all occasions. Kid and adult inflatables are available, including bounce houses, Velcro walls, slides and challenge arenas. We also have interactive games, concessions, tents, tables and chairs. Rental coverage includes Cuyahoga, Lorain and Medina counties.

 

Beary Fun Parties

440-899-1936, www.BearyFunParties.com

Entertainment

Teddy bear stuffing parties are available at any location; we come to you. Choose from a wide assortment of animals.

 

The Bill Gang Magic Show

440-979-1468, WJGMagic@hotmail.com

Entertainment

Bill provides entertainment for all occasions, featuring a magic show, close-up magic, strolling magic and balloon sculptures. It’s always amazing, always fun and always age-appropriate. Bill has been a professional magician for more than 30 years.

 

Bojangles Clown Co.

216-346-5016, bobojangles@sbcglobal.net, www.bojangleshome.biz

Entertainment

Professional clown entertainment for children’s party’s, corporate, church or school functions, weddings, festivals, etc. Entertainers are skilled and can provide balloon sculpturing, face painting, clown magic, song and dance, storytelling, stage shows and minstrel shows. Events can be themed or tailored to fit your needs. You bring the smiles; we’ll bring the fun.

 

Brian West Enterprises Inc.

440-429-5650, brianbeth84@yahoo.com, www.BrianWestEntrprises.com

Entertainment

Pony Parties. We are accepting bookings for the 2007 birthday calendar. Our ponies and horses start at very small to larger ones for bigger kids. Our ponies come dressed for a party with ribbons, hats and bows. If a parent gets us the theme of the party, we will make every attempt to have the pony in that party hat and design.

 

Capt’n Willie’s Pirate Parties & Boardwalk Gifts

440-871-5070, captnwillie63@aol.com, www.captnwillie.com

Entertainment

Capt’n Willie "The Great Lakes Pirate" is ready to hoist anchor and set sail to your buccaneers’ next birthday party. He’ll bring along a treasure chest full of nautical nonsense and Great Lakes knowledge. Boys and girls (ages 3-8) will be delighted to "get silly with Capt’n Willie and learn something too."

 

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo

3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland

216-661-6500, ems@clevelandmetroparks.com, www.clemetzoo.com

Party place/facility

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is the wildest place for birthday parties. Special surprises and a full day of excitement mingling with more than 3,300 animals guarantees a grrr-eat party. Our attentive staff takes care of the details; it’s that easy. Call for reservations, 216-635-3306 or visit us online at www.clemetzoo.com.

 

CoCo Key Water Resort at Cherry Valley Lodge

2299 Cherry Valley Road, Newark

800-788-8088, www.cocokeywaterresort.com

Entertainment

Looking for an unbelievable birthday party for 10 or even 100? Look no further than CoCo Key Indoor Water Resort. With private party rooms, an all-weather indoor waterpark, restaurants, game arcade and more, CoCo Key Water Resort is the perfect place to host a birthday party your child won't forget.

 

The Great Brad

Brad Schreiber, 440-442-5933

Entertainment

The Great Brad has been entertaining audiences with his fun and interactive magic for 17 years at birthday parties, holiday events, schools, camps, festivals and fairs. He has appeared on television and received a B.A. in theater from Cleveland State University and a teaching certificate from Baldwin-Wallace College. He teaches magic and theater classes and camps.

 

Great Lakes Science Center

Cleveland

216-621-2400

Party place/facility

Celebrate your child’s special day at the Great Lakes Science Center. Your birthday party can include fun-filled, hands-on activities and exhibits exploration. With packages starting at $175, new party packages have many options to fit every budget. Choose from many exciting themes. Call 216-621-2400 for information and to reserve your party.

 

Jungle Bob

216-475-0703, junglebob0703@yahoo.com, www.junglebob.tv

Entertainment

Kids of all ages can learn about different animals and bugs; how they live and what they eat. Even better, it’s all hands-on. Bob Tuma has more than 20 years of experience dealing with reptiles, mammals, amphibians and insects. Call, e-mail or go online for rates and availability.

 

Jungle Terry

440-275-1331, Jungle@adelphia.net, www.JungleTerry.com

Entertainment

Hello, my name is Jungle Terry. Traveling with me are some wonderful animal friends from around the world that my son Jungle Jr. and I have raised and trained. For this reason, we offer a totally exciting, interactive, educational programs for all ages. Thank you very much for the last 20 years.

 

Kaman’s Art Shoppes

440-708-1909, jeremym@kamansart.com, www.kamansart.com

Entertainment

Kaman’s Art Shoppe provides theme park artists for birthdays and engagements. Our skilled caricature artists can craft up to 20 drawings per hour. Kaman’s also provides portraits, face painters, silhouettes and more. Our artists are the best in the business and guaranteed professionals.

 

Karate Institute

7667 Mentor Ave., Suite 102, Mentor

440-951-0463, kika@mentorkarate.com, www.mentorkarate.com

Party place/facility

The Karate Birthday Party is one of the most popular ways to give your child a memorable experience. We take care of all the details and clean up; you just enjoy the event. For more information, check our Web site or call for Saturday and Sunday availability.

 

Lazer Xtreme

13409 Smith Road, Middleburg Heights

440-842-6044, info@lazerxtreme.com, www.lazerxtreme.com

Party place/facility

Plan your next birthday or private party here and get ready to experience the latest in XTREME fun. Playing laser tag in our 10,000-square-foot, two-level arena is like being in a high-tech virtual video game filled with special effects, lighting and fog. It’s fun for the whole family.

 

Mack Starkey - Family Entertainment

440-364-1864, mackstarkey@mackstarkey.com, www.mackstarkey.com

Entertainment

For family entertainment for all ages, it’s The Magic of Mack. Contact us for birthday parties, block parties, corporate outings or festivals. We’re perfect for any occasion. Enjoy magic, comedy, clowning, balloon sculptures and more.

 

Magic Man Dan

330-962-4773, www.magicmandan.com

Entertainment

Let Magic Man Dan make your child’s party unforgettable. Dan’s birthday show includes comedy, ventriloquism and plenty of audience participation. During the show, Dan has the birthday children assist him with a few tricks that make them look like a magician and the star of the show. Dan’s birthday package includes eight free gift bags. Call now to book your next event.

 

Memphis Kiddie Park & Championship Miniature Golf

10340 Memphis Ave., Brooklyn

216-941-5995, kiddiepark@aol.com, www.memphiskiddiepark.com

Party place/facility

Cleveland’s landmark fun park and Ohio’s only amusement park especially for little people features 11 rides, miniature golf, a game arcade and old-fashioned amusement park concessions. It’s a great place to share a few hours any day or to celebrate a birthday. It’s always affordable, with free parking and no entrance fees. Call for party reservations.

 

Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show

216-381-1130, ray@outbackray.com, www.outbackray.com

Entertainment

Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show is fun, exciting and very educational. This hands-on show is extremely entertaining for kids of all ages. It is perfect for any event such as birthday parties, schools, day cares, libraries and seniors. With Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show, we bring the outback to you.

 

Pigtails & Crewcuts

9179 Mentor Ave., Unit O, Mentor

440-974-9941, pandcmentor@sbcglobal.net, www.pigtailsandcrewcuts.com

Party place/facility

Pigtails & Crewcuts is the latest in children’s hair salons. Equipped with an airplane, fire engine and police car, kids can cruise and watch a movie as they get their hair cut. Adults are welcome, too. Birthday party packages can include up-dos, makeup, nails, face painting, games, goody bags, cake and fun. Call for details.

 

Romp n Stomp Inflatables

866-655-JUMP (5867), info@rompnstomp.net, www.rompnstomp.net

Entertainment

Get your party jumpin’ with an inflatable bouncer, combo unit, obstacle course or slide. We are fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind. All units are delivered to your event, on time and clean. Why not have us at your next birthday, family reunion, fundraiser, church event or corporate function? Spring specials are available. Call for details and press 6.

 

Sugar and Spice Occasions

440-570-2926, party@sugarandspiceoccasions.com, www.sugarandspiceoccasions.com

Entertainment

Have your next birthday party in the comfort of your home without the work. We offer complete party packages including invitations, crafts, food, tableware and favors. Themes include princess tea party, diva, cheerleader, spa and more. We have animal- and doll-stuffing parties, Girl Scout badge parties and church groups, too.

 

Tiaras and Treasures

330-697-7885, info@tiarasandtreasuresparties.com, www.tiarasandtreasuresparties.com

Entertainment

We provide all-inclusive, hosted parties with top-quality costumes and accessories at your location. Book elegant tea parties complete with fine china, linens and chair covers. Fun themes include princess, diva, spa, mermaid, pirate, knights, spy and stuffable animals. We also offer princess character visits. See our Web site for great party photos.

 

www.customart.bz

216-741-6234, david@customart.bz

Entertainment

Keepsake kids’ cartoon portraits for parties, caricature gifts, murals, portraits, email prints and lawn flags add a fun and welcome dimension to a party or gift-giving. Imagine how thrilled they will be to receive a professionally drawn keepsake. Caricatures and illustrations also can be ordered online.

 

Zap Entertainment

440-843-8749, Durante@zapHQ.com, www.ZapHQ.com

Entertainment

We offer fun-filled acts featuring The Bubble Lady and her Wonderful World of Bubbles Show, and Zap the Wonder Chap and his Wild Balloon Show. We also have magicians, jugglers and many other variety acts to fill your party needs. Visit us online and make Zap Entertainment your one-stop party shop.