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Pre-Planning is Key

3/18/2019

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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Fun Seniors 2018

5/30/2018

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When you’re in the business of “Fun,” it’s rare that a post gets to you. We try to offer tips and tricks to make your events great, we show you behind the scenes glimpses of us and what we do…. we don’t get sappy. Sappy isn’t FUN! However, once a year, I try to do a post honoring the seniors that have worked for us throughout the years.

Usually it’s just a quick blurb in the middle of another blog. These kids truly do become part of our families – and it’s not unusual to see them come back and visit us here at the office when they come home from college.
This year, it’s a little different. This year, one of “our own” is graduating, along with 6 other amazing kids. This means that I’m working on a tent, tables and chairs rental of my own. This means I’m scouring our blog for tips on how to plan a great open house. And around Fun Services in June, it means scheduling that open house and hoping we don’t get too crazy busy!
Without further ado – the Fun Services Graduating Class of 2018.

Also, graduating from Olivet College this year are two amazing young men who worked for us, not only on events, but in the warehouse for the last few years. Jesse and Mike were both a great help as warehouse workers and supervisors. Mike has returned home to continue working, and Jesse will be moving to New York at the end of the summer to pursue a graduate degree and help coach a college wrestling team.

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