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Finding fun things to do with a bunch of kids call for thrifty creativity, especially where parties are involved. One theme that’s making a comeback is the ice cream social. Set on a weekend afternoon as part of a birthday celebration or a kids club activity, it’s a way to let children be creative, keep themselves busy and eat all at the same time.
What You’ll Need:
Plastic tablecloths
Bowls, spoons and napkins
Ice cream or frozen yogurt
Ice cream scoops
Slow cooker or electric hot plate
Dessert sauces
Toppings
1. Start by setting up a station covered in a colorful plastic cloth to hold the bowls, napkins and spoons. These items can be picked up for cheap at the discount store.
2. Have an adult serve up scoops of ice cream or frozen yogurt. Depending on the age group, you may wish to set a scoop limit or let the kids do it themselves.
3. Use small kitchen appliances to add some warmth to your sauces. You can set up a few slow cookers to hold hot fudge, caramel and fruit compote. Alternatively, set some mugs in a pan of hot water on an electric hot plate for a smaller crowd.
4. The toppings are the fun part. For the next station, set out a selection of chopped fruit, nuts, chocolate sprinkles, cereal toppings and whipped cream. Everyone gets to decorate their own sundae.
Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or you just need something different to do with a group of kids, an ice cream social is always a fun option. If you’re tight on your budget, you can invite guests to bring a topping to share.
I have never thought of using a hot plate to keep sauces warm. What a great idea.
We absolutely LOVE Deals and are lucky enough to have a Deals located just down the street from us. I love the idea of a ice cream social on a budget and out local Deals always has the best ice cream so what a perfect place to pick up supplies!
How fun! These are great ideas. I have been wanting to do this for my son’s birthday party.
I try to do everything on a budget. I have a couple of those very small slow cookers that are great for warming things like hot fudge sauce.
This is a cool post; I love ice cream. I am going to host one of these during the summer… never been to an ice cream social.
I never thought of using a hot plate either. Great idea! I want an ice cream party.
An ice cream social is a great idea. I know a little girl that would love this. I don’t think I have a Deals near me. I will have to look them up.
Love the hot plate tip. Would never have thought of it and it makes so much sense.
That definitely does sound like fun!
Ice cream social? Count me in!! Dollar Tree has awesome deals!