How to Make a Retirement Party Enjoyable and Fun
Although leaving a familiar place of employment can be a bit scary, its also the beginning of a new life.
When someone reaches retirement, it should be celebrated with friends and family. This significant milestone is a special time in a person's life. It's a great time for the guest of honor to walk down memory lane and share his most unforgettable stories that have occurred on the job or at home with guests. Use fun ideas to make this party one to remember for years to come.
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Select a venue based on the retiree's personality. For example, if the retiree loves barbecues, throw the party outside. Or if he loves animals, throw the party at the zoo. If he enjoys bowling, hold the party at the bowling alley.
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Select a theme by focusing on the retiree's personal interests, hobbies or goals that he wants to accomplish during his retirement years. Decorate the party with this theme in mind so the retiree feels special.
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Give each party table a theme that signifies the roles that the guest of honor has had over the years. For example, she may have been a photographer, waitress, veteran or a wife. Decorate each table with items that represent these roles so your guests can see all the things that the retiree has done in her life.
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Allow each person to stand up and tell their favorite story about the retiree that focuses on the retiree's good qualities.
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Enlarge a photo of the retiree. Play games such as "pin the tie" or "pin the name tag" on the photo.
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Create a Powerpoint presentation about life after retirement with pie charts. Forecast what the retiree's likely activities will be now that he isn't tied down to work. Try to come up with funny activities so that everyone has a good laugh.
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Set up a large poster board on a table. Instruct your guests to write messages to the guest of honor for a great keepsake.
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Hold a ceremony that bids good-bye to the alarm clock. Wrap an alarm clock in a bag and let the guest of honor smash it with a hammer. This ceremony signifies that he no longer has to get up out of a cozy bed and get to work.
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References
- Photo Credit retirement fun image by Pix by Marti from Fotolia.com
