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How to celebrate World Environment Day

Here are some fun ways you can celebrate World Environment Day!

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How to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II

The Diamond Jubilee to mark 60 years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign is on June 2nd. This is a great occasion for a party!

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Royal Photo Exhibition

The theme for this Royal Exhibition is: A Queen in the making.

May Pole Dance for 'MAY DAY'

The Maypole dance or Ribbon dance is a folkloric custom from Western Europe; England, Portugal, Basque Country, Sweden, Galicia and Germany.

Volunteers Luncheon Ideas

Whether you are having a luncheon or a morning tea in honour of your volunteers, show them how appreciated they are by one and all at your facility.

How to celebrate International Creativity and Innovation Week

This celebration has the purpose of uniting people of all cultures and backgrounds through creativity amongst other things.

Miss Mullet Contest

Nurses, support and leisure staff should compete in this fun contest.

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How to celebrate Australia Day

Have a party on Australia Day; quizzes, games, sing-along, beauty contest, movies, damper, billy tea, BBQ and lots of beer (and shandy) and laughter.

How to celebrate Elvis Presley's Birthday

January 8 marks the birthday of Elvis Presley, the King of Rock. Celebrate the King's birthday with an 'Elvis Presley Day'!

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Celebrating Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day in Australia is celebrate on the first Sunday of November.

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Herbal Scent Tea Party

Try inviting relatives for this activity; it is an enjoyable occasion.

Christmas Pantomime - Pinocchio

A funny Christmas Pantomime based on the classic tale of Pinocchio

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Cinderella Christmas Play

Based on Greyman's Panto and Road Dahl's poem 'Cinderella'.

How to Host an International Day of Peace

Some facilities may not want to lead worship services but may be happy to contribute to the important role of spiritual, social and moral issues of our daily lives. You may celebrate this date by holding a Christian or non-demoninational service.

How to host a Show Day

Host your very own show day party, with competitions, show bags and a day of entertainment and fun!

International Youth Day - how to celebrate

International Youth Day is celebrated every year on August 12. Its purpose is to draw attention to the problems young people face today and to unite and celebrate youth worldwide.

Tips on how to host an Italian Day

Italian themed days are a great way to celebrate special calendar dates of Italy

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Funny Skit for International Joke Day

A skit is a short comedy sketch or piece of humorous writing. It can be a parody or a musical act. The idea is to make people laugh.

How to celebrate International Joke Day

"A cheerful heart does good like a medicine: but a broken spirit makes one sick." Proverbs 17:22

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Mexican Fiesta

A Mexican Fiesta is a great theme to celebrate any time of the year. Whether you are celebrating 'Cinco de Mayo' or the Independence Day of Mexico, a fiesta is a fabulous cultural party for everyone to enjoy. Olé!

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Greek Themed Party

Throw a Greek themed party to celebrate the National Day of Greece!

Jamaica's Afternoon Delight!

Jamaica is an Island just south of Cuba. It is known for beautiful beaches, beautiful music and unique food. Unlike other islands in the Caribbean Sea (where Spanish is spoken), Jamaica's official language is English.

How to host a Chinese New Year Celebration

Hold your very own Chinese New Year Party to celebrate 2011 - the Year of the Rabbit

Pool / Snooker outing and Pub Lunch

Get a group of men together for an outing to enjoy each other's company.

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Guy Fawkes Night Celebration

Here are some ideas on how to celebrate Guy Fawkes Night

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Oktoberfest Party Ideas

Have some fun on Oktoberfest with your own party. Here a some great ides!

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Indian Themed Commonwealth Games party!

The 2010 Commonwealth Games are being held in Delhi, India from the 3rd of October to the 14th. Why not have an Indian themed day to celebrate with Indian food, music and dancing and of course lots of games.

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Fun ways to celebrate World Animal Day

The wonderful thing about World Animal day is that it can be celebrated indoors or outdoors. Here are some suggestions of fun things to do on World Animal Day.

Lucille Ball Look-Alike Competition

Lucille Ball was an immensely successful and popular comedian and actor during her lifetime and was most famous for her portrayal of Lucy Ricardo in the television program "I Love Lucy".

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How to host a Hawaiian Luau Party

A Hawaiian themed day can be as simple or as elaborate as you want it to be. It depends on your resources and enthusiasm. If you are doing it for the first time keep it simple and add new elements year by year.

Uncle Sam's Party!

Another way of celebrating the 4th of July!

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How to host a Christmas in July Party

Everyone loves a traditional white Christmas. However in the Southern Hemisphere, December is summertime and the thought of a heavy hot meal is enough to make you lose your appetite.

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How to host a High Tea Party

A regal and fun morning tea! Dressing up, fancy hats, petit fours, pastries, cucumber sandwiches and cakes all served on delicate china cups.

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Vive la France Party!

Here are some suggestions to help you put together your own Vive la France Party!

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ANZAC Day Service

Observe cultural festivities. Promote sense of purpose. Download full program!

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Olympic Day Activity

Dedicate a day of fun to the Olympics!

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Multicultural Food Day

Enjoy a multicultural food day to celebrate the life of Dr Martin Luther King Jnr.

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Hat Parade for Melbourne Cup

Get in the spirit of Melbourne Cup Day with a hat parade!

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Remembrance Day Celebration

Observe cultural festivities. Promote sense of purpose. Download full program!

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Cultural Awareness

To promote tolerance. To encourage acceptance and inclusion of cultural diversity.

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Taste Day

Stimulation of taste senses. Provision of enjoyment.

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