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Bay Area Birthdays

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About
My business is a bit different than the other kids' entertainment websites in the SF Bay Area because I'm the only website that doesn't advertise on google AND I'm not just the owner, I'm the LEAD performer. Meaning: the gal you see in photos and whom answers your phone call or text message- IS THE SAME PERSON who shows up to perform at your party!! I don't send sub-contractors or a random girl in costume, like some of the bigger companies do. So you NEVER have to worry about who's coming. You also won't need to worry if who is coming has experience, or is brand new to working with kids- it's always me! And I've been entertaining kids for more than 7 years!! Added bonus: when you hire me, you have MY DIRECT PHONE NUMBER at all times. So if anything comes up, or you need to change something about your order (even on the SAME day as you party) you can reach me. When you hire a Big company- they can't give you the phone number of who's coming (because sometimes they don't even know!), and unless your actress calls you to confirm (a lot of times they don't) before the party- you just hold your breath and hope she shows up, and that whoever shows up is good. When you hire me- all that stress can be avoided. The only drawback: I'm not *always* available to pick up the phone. I'm lucky enough to be hired to go to parties almost every single day (Ask about the weekday discount!!), plus, I'm a real person who has to go grocery shopping, and to Dr./dentist appointments, and yoga class, and so I may not always pick up the first time you call- but I do return phone calls/texts within 24-hours, during the week. Often quicker, for urgent requests, on the weekends. But I can promise, if you hire me, I have a 100% reliability rate for showing up, and I'll be there :) I love what I do so much, I have to pinch myself sometimes. ITS MY JOB to help parents make their kids really happy on their birthday (Or at their parents' company picnic, store opening, pre-school spirit day, etc.), and there's nothing better than the sound of happy children. Is that cheesy? I take great pride in my work, and know that there's a really small window in a child's life that they ACTUALLY BELIEVE in magic & make-believe. And I know that it is REALLY REAL for them. I make it my mission to preserve that belief for as long as possible. I've had parents tell me often, after their events, that their child believes they met the "REAL" Elsa, Anna, Ariel, Tinkerbell, Snow, SuperGirl, etc. It's really the highlight of my week when I check my emails to find another happy parent has left a 5-star review or emailed to tell me how their kid just can't stop talking about me. One time, a mom sent me photo of her sleeping child because she wanted to show me that she refused to remove the necklace she received from me (as her magic bday gift, in the magic show), and insisted on wearing it to bed. She was clasping it between her two tiny hands. Too cute :)
Overview

Hired 325 times

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2 employees

13 years in business

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2019

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2016

Services offered

Event type

Birthday party

Festival

Holiday party

Halloween

Balloon art type

Simple balloon twisting

Doesn’t offer: Detailed balloon art

Face Painting services

Yes

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

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Jonathan M.

Aug 14, 2017

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Jen was such a great communicator when planning our son's third birthday party. She always responded quickly and she helped us think about what activities would be appropriate for a group of 3-year-olds. Jen made me feel very comfortable with all the logistics. She was on time and did exactly what we discussed. We did a puppet show and made balloon animals with 20+ young kids. They were all immersed in the story and Jen made it very participatory. The kids did wander around at times during the story, but that's to be expected with such a young audience. I liked with her balloon animals/figures and she made one for each kid. It got a little chaotic with a long line of 3-year-olds waiting for balloons, so my one recommendation would be to have it be more free-form rather than have everyone wait in a line. The young kids just can't do it well without a lot of adult supervision to maintain the line. Perhaps they could all go play until it's their turn for a balloon. But everyone got a balloon in the end and the kids were happy! We finished a little earlier than we thought, and rather than just leave, Jen helped round up all the kids to sing Happy Birthday and get cake. She was fully engaged the entire time she was at our party. The other parents also gave positive feedback, so all in all it was a success. Thanks for making it a memorable birthday party!
Puppet Show Entertainment
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Praveen L.

May 14, 2018

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Work quality, responsiveness and punctuality - 10/10 marks. She really kept kids engaged. Kids from nearby area in the park also joined her and she accommodated them happily. Though I feel it would have been nicer if the dance/song was a bit short (because kids started to lose interest) and more balloon making was done.

Details: Birthday party • Party host • 11 - 20 guests • 4 - 6 years old • Younger than 4 years old • Outdoors • Simple balloon twisting (e.g., one-balloon dog) • Detailed balloon art (uses several balloons)

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Debbie S.

May 2, 2016

Hired on Thumbtack

Jen was fantastic! I hired her to do balloon twisting at our school's fun fair. From the minute I contacted her through the entire event she was professional, responsive to calls/texts and very personable. Would definitely recommend her.
Balloon Twisting
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Eileen L.

Oct 16, 2017

Hired on Thumbtack

It was very easy working with Jen at Bay Area Birthdays. She was very professional and responsive, and the children adored her. We had a big party so we only had time for balloon twisting. But we would definitely consider hiring her again for a smaller party with a magic or puppet show.
Balloon Twisting
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Rebecca S.

May 18, 2015

Hired on Thumbtack

Jen was magical! She was the last event at my daughter's 5th birthday party, when the kids were both tired and full of sugar. But they sat enthralled in her show and loved every moment of that and her balloon tying. What a great entertainer. Communication before and during the party was clear, fast and friendly. I would absolutely recommend Jen to my friends (and already did after the party). Thanks, Jen!
Puppet Show Entertainment
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Jennifer Lee Broderick