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We all need to Celebrate!

4/13/2020

Spring has sprung and we all are looking forward to getting back to life as "normal". Everything has a had temporary shift this year and school years, vacations, festivals are coming to a different end. What doesn't change is the need to connect and celebrate with family, friends, co-workers and community.

So let's look forward to our Michigan fabulous summer & fall and go outside and celebrate! Family will still celebrate birthdays, graduations, weddings and life's special events. Corporations will thank their employees with company picnics, Open Houses to proudly highlight their facilities and all of the other events they support and connect to community with. Schools are already planning their Back to School events and hosting a Fall Festival or Halloween event. Churches and communities need to embrace one another and connect to strengthen bonds and support one another. Festivals, family days, vacation bible schools are all great ways to come together.

Fun Services has been here for over 50 years and we are here for Michigan special events and needs. We are committed to enhanced cleaning and disinfecting procedures and keeping you safe and fun during events. From our family to your family - we are here for you! Call or email us to plan your event needs. Choosing LOCAL, small businesses is critical in these economic times and Fun Services if your Michigan source for fun!

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Pre-Planning is Key

3/18/2019

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But it's only March - do I already need to book my summer event?

Many customers wait until a week, or a couple of weeks, before their event to call us. That's ok during our off season, and we can usually get you the equipment you want. However, if you're looking at a weekend between May and September, it's a whole different ballgame. There are dates that we are already blacked out for delivered or staffed events. Why?

Well, it's a variety of reasons. First, it can be an equipment issue. We have a lot of options, but there are limited quantities of individual pieces of equipment. Bigger pieces, like the Wacky Millennium Obstacle Course, are first come first serve. On the other hand, we do have several 40' Obstacle Courses - but you won't get one on a Friday if you call in May or June. It's field day season, and those are the most popular options with our school customers.

Secondly, and most importantly, it can be a staffing issue. Our people are AWESOME, and they seem to pull off magic a lot, but they can't be in more than one place at a time, as hard as we try. We are limited, especially when it comes to delivery personnel and supervisors. A lot of the time, we will try to work with you to drop your equipment off a day or so before your event, or have you hold on to it until a day or two after to make it work. A favorite quote around here - we can always find more equipment, but we can't knit good people.

What can you do to help ensure you get the event you want?

Decide your date early - 6 months in advance sounds like a long time, but it goes quick!
Call us with your date and equipment wants - we will hold what is available for you and put together a price quote.
We will then work together as the event draws closer to lock down the details. You have until 4 weeks before the event to finalize.
Sign your contract! This is an important step, as this is what notifies logistics to assign staff, create loading sheets, etc.
Find those volunteers! If your event is not fully staffed by Fun Services, you will want volunteers for set up, running the event, and tear down. We will let you know how many you need, if it helps!
Have a great event! Relax, knowing your event is in the hands of a company with over 50 years of experience!

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Carnival and Fun Day Ideas for Schools

1/30/2019

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Feeling a case of the winter blues?

While we can't change Michigan weather from January to March, we can help you turn your school into an indoor playground of fun!

The winter months are a great time to plan indoor events. Typically, there are fewer school events and sports to compete with for scheduling. Kids need to get active and schools like to bring families together for fun, social, community building activities. So, why not plan a carnival?

That may sound like a lot of work, but not with Fun Services! For over 50 years, Fun Services has been helping schools and groups with events. We are your One Stop Shop for everything you need for fun; inflatable rides, carnival games and prizes, sweet treats (like cotton candy), and sports challenges are the most popular options. Want a package that is tried & true? We can help choose a package to match your school’s enrollment or suggest you opt for a wristband carnival.

Inflatable rides set up great in gyms (no weather to worry about) and you can choose from a bounce house, obstacle course, or slide (or more!). Get moving with sports challenges like indoor football toss, baseball, soccer and golf themed games.

“FUN” Fact: Fun Services’ carnival games rent for FREE with prize purchase. All prizes can be matched and packed for each game with an easy to use instruction game sheet. The game sheet tells volunteers how to set up and run the games and what prizes to award. Add on red & white striped game booths for extra pizazz and game control (perfect for set ups in gyms or cafeterias). With over 80 different carnival games to choose from, the sky is the limit. Fun Services has games that throw, roll, hoop, plinko, fly, slide – and we have themes kids love, like Avengers, Pokemon and MSU / U of M games.

Carnivals can be run for fun or funds and can be a great fundraiser for your school.

Call today for a free prize & game catalog and set up a meeting to find out more.

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