
Sign-up Parties
YOU can host a sign up party!!! Looking to build community while supporting essential resources for our kids' school? Signup Parties are a fun way to connect with others, enjoy themed events, and contribute to Friends of Alameda, the new fundraising branch of the Alameda PTA.
How Signup Parties Work:
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Hosted by Alameda families (YOU!!)—host solo or co-host a party with friends!
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Choose a theme/event, provide food/supplies, set the number of attendees, and determine the donation amount.
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Event Attenance can focus on (see ideas below):
- kids (pool parties, soccer games, ice cream socials)
- family-friendly (hikes, outdoor movie nights)
- adults (karaoke, progressive dinners, bike rides)
- more examples at the bottom of this page
100% of proceeds go to Alameda students.
Funds raised help provide:
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Reading tutors
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STEM programs & equipment
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Artists in Residency
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Field trip support
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Grounds maintenance & improvements
Want to Host a Party but need some help with ideas?
Family Party Ideas
🎥 Outdoor Movie Night – Set up a projector in the backyard or a park, provide popcorn, blankets, and hot cocoa, and enjoy a fun film under the stars!
🔥 S’mores & Stories Campfire Night – Gather around a firepit for s’mores, storytelling, and maybe even some sing-alongs.
🌮 Taco & Game Night – A casual evening with a taco bar and board games for all ages.
🧩 Puzzle & Pizza Night – Families team up to complete puzzles while enjoying pizza and drinks.
🏕️ Backyard Campout – Bring tents, roast marshmallows, and let the kids have a mini adventure close to home.
🎶 Family Karaoke & Dance Party – Set up a fun stage, play some crowd favorites, and let everyone take turns performing!
🏀 Sports & BBQ Day – Organize a friendly soccer, basketball, or kickball game at a park, followed by a cookout.
🎨 Art in the Park – A guided painting or craft session with picnic-style snacks for kids and adults alike.
🚲 Family Bike & Picnic Ride – A scenic ride to a park with a picnic lunch waiting at the end.
🍎 Farm or Orchard Visit – A fun afternoon picking fruit, feeding animals, or enjoying a hayride.
🎂 Cupcake Wars – A decorating competition with sprinkles, frosting, and fun themes.
🍦 Ice Cream Social & Sundae Bar – Kids pick their toppings and enjoy an afternoon of sweet treats.
⚽ Sports Spectacular – Soccer, basketball, or a mix of classic playground games like kickball and relay races.
🦕 Dinosaur Dig Party – A sandbox excavation site, dino crafts, and fossil fun.
🎭 Puppet Show & Storytelling Party – Kids make their own puppets and put on a show.
🥷 Ninja Training Camp – Mini obstacle courses, “stealth” games, and ninja headbands.
🦸 Superhero Training Academy – Capes, obstacle courses, and hero challenges to save the day.
Kid Party Ideas
🌊 Pool Party - Rent out a Swimply, Grab some Pizza, and let the kids turn to fish.
🎨 Messy Art Party – Let kids go wild with paint, slime, and sensory activities! Smocks and splatter zones provided.
🧪 Mad Scientist Lab – Hands-on STEM fun with volcano eruptions, slime-making, and cool science experiments.
🏴☠️ Pirate Adventure – A treasure hunt with maps, dress-up, and pirate-themed games.
👑 Royal Tea Party – Dress-up fun with fancy tea (juice), mini sandwiches, and craft-your-own crowns.
🎭 Talent Show Party – A stage, a mic, and a fun audience for kids to show off their singing, dancing, or joke-telling skills.
🏕️ Mini Campout Night – Backyard tents, flashlight tag, and s’mores for an early evening camping adventure.
🐉 Fantasy & Fairytales Quest – A magical scavenger hunt with dragons, knights, and fairy dust.
🎸 Rock Star Party – Microphones, a mini dance floor, and DIY rockstar makeovers with glitter and tattoos.
🏃 Obstacle Course Challenge – Set up a backyard or park course with tunnels, balance beams, and relay races.
🚀 Space Explorer Party – Rocket crafts, glow-in-the-dark activities, and an “astronaut training” course.
🎳 Bowling & Pizza Party – Rent a few lanes at a local alley and let the kids bowl the afternoon away.
🚜 Farm Fun Day – Visit a local farm for feeding animals, hayrides, and fresh cider.
🎨 DIY T-Shirt or Tote Bag Decorating – Fabric markers, stencils, and paint to create wearable art.
Adult Party Ideas
🍷 Wine & Charcuterie Night – An evening of wine tasting paired with delicious charcuterie boards.
🎤 Karaoke & Cocktails – A night of belting out classics with themed cocktails to match.
🏡 Progressive Dinner Party – Move from house to house, enjoying appetizers, mains, and desserts in different locations.
🍸 Speakeasy Night – A 1920s-themed cocktail party with vintage drinks and jazz vibes.
🎲 Casino Night – Play poker, blackjack, and craps with fun prizes up for grabs.
🌮 Taco & Margarita Night – A DIY taco bar and specialty margaritas.
🍺 Craft Beer Tasting – Sample a variety of local or homemade craft beers.
🎶 Live Music & Backyard Bash – Hire a local band or set up a chill acoustic night under the stars.
🍽️ Chef’s Table Dinner Party – A fancy, multi-course meal prepared by a local chef (or talented home cook!).
🖌️ Paint & Sip Night – Unleash your creativity while enjoying wine or cocktails.
💃 Silent Disco – Guests wear wireless headphones and dance to their own beat.
📚 Books & Bourbon – A relaxed evening of book discussions paired with whiskey flights.
🍕 Make Your Own Pizza Night – Fire up the pizza oven and let guests create their own gourmet pies.
🎭 Murder Mystery Dinner Party – An interactive whodunit with guests playing different characters.
🎲 Game Night (for Grown-Ups) – A night of board games, trivia, and maybe even some spicy card games.
⛳ Golf Scramble & 19th Hole Party – A fun afternoon on the green, followed by drinks and snacks.
🚲 Bike & Brunch – A morning ride followed by a delicious brunch and mimosas.
🍾 Champagne & Desserts Night – Bubbles and sweets for a decadent evening.
🔥 Bonfire & Bourbon – Cozy up around the firepit with good whiskey and even better company.
🎥 Outdoor Movie & Wine Night – A backyard screening of a classic film with wine pairings.
🛶 Kayak & Wine Picnic – A relaxing paddle followed by a wine and cheese spread.
