FOURTH OF JULY

With the 4th of July only 4 days away, I thought it would be the perfect time to share some of my last-minute ideas that can make hosting a celebration a little more fun and way more memorable!

Remember, you don’t have to plan for a long time to have a GREAT time. If want to enjoy the holiday with the special people in your life, you can make it happen (even if you start tonight).

CREATIVE DECORATIONS

If you’re planning last minute, decorations are how you’ll make it feel festive quick. Keep it simple by making your practical items be the focal point of your theme. Napkins, drink stirs, plates, cups, and more can end up being the star of the event.

If you want to go traditional, you can still keep it simple.
Some red and blue tableware gives your party extra patriotic flare. And colorful fruits are a simple centerpiece and an effective way to add interest to your table.

If you need some more inspiration or last-minute supplies, come visit the CTE Shop at NEWMARKET. But no need to stick with just the stars & stripes. Yes, flags are the go-to 4th of July theme but consider giving your celebration a twist this year. Like the POW of a superhero theme or the beauty of celestial stars.

UNIQUE ENTERTAINMENT

Create a Glow-in-the-Dark Water Balloon Toss

Fireworks always make for a festive time but not everyone loves them. So, glow in the dark balloons can bring some colorful sparkle to the celebration without all the noise.

It’s super easy to do yourself. Just fill a water balloon with water and add a glow stick.

Need some balloons, head over to the CTE Balloon Bar at NEWMARKET. We have all the colors in the rainbow to pick from or you can go traditional with red, white & blue.