This Grandparent Dinner was served up last week. Simply stated: "A great night filled with lots of fun memories." - Kim
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PURPOSE
An opportunity for the youth to build relationships with the Grandparents in their ward. Something they can build on each Sunday (but definitely not limited to Sundays :)).
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INVITATION
(to come)
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DECOR/AMBIANCE
We went with a classic "Old Time Western" theme. Here are some of the pictures I blew up and placed around the gym for deco.
I also made some post card sized prints, placing them along with the vases on each table.
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TABLES
This is how we decorated each table:
- red and white checkered table cloths
- mason jar filled with fresh cut sunflowers (as well as another yellow flower I found in the fields)
- a basket lined with red and white gingham fabric (for rolls)
- a jar of homemade jam (with a red fabric lid insert)
- place settings for each person (salad already at table upon arrival)
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MENU
MENU
Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
Green Salad and Fresh Baked Rolls
Warm Apple Crisp with Vanilla Ice Cream
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YOUTH ASSIGNMENTS
We put four youth and four Grandparents at each table. The youth were in charge of serving and cleaning, as well as conversation with the Grandparents.
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MUSIC FOR THE NIGHT
Bar J Wranglers (Thanks to our papa). Set the mood for the night.
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Bar J Wranglers (Thanks to our papa). Set the mood for the night.
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YOUTH PROGRAM
After dessert was served, each class (Priests, Laurels, Teachers, Mia Maids, Deacons, and Beehives) took the stage and presented a skit of their choice. They did such a great job!
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AFTER THOUGHTS
- It would have been cute to have a simple sunflower boutonniere and corsage for the youth to present to the grandparents as they arrived.
- A western themed photo opportunity also would have been fun. A group photo of all the Grandparents and the Youth.
