Help me count down from my wife's birthday to her Special Surprise. [more inside]
posted by Shepherd on Nov 23, 2009 - 6 answers

I'm going to a birthday party for a five-year-old tomorrow, one of my students. His mom said not to bring a present, but I was hoping to put something fun in the card. I love A.A. Milne's poem Now We are Six and I'm wondering if anyone knows of a similar poem about turning five.
posted by easy_being_green on Nov 20, 2009 - 7 answers

I'm turning 21 next Tuesday. My friends want to take me to a bar. I want to avoid the mediocre college bars. Tell me where to go! [more inside]
posted by elisabethjw on Nov 19, 2009 - 16 answers

GiftFilter: What would be a great present for someone who loves science, but not in a geeky/campy way? [more inside]
posted by daelin on Nov 16, 2009 - 19 answers

My son's first Christmas is approaching. Six days afterward he will turn one. Help me make an awesome wish list as the grandparents are already asking for ideas. [more inside]
posted by rebeccabeagle on Nov 11, 2009 - 28 answers

Birthday Party for a 30 year old. Need ideas for short, 10-20 minute games/activities to do. [more inside]
posted by royalsong on Nov 4, 2009 - 8 answers

Boyfriendbirthdayfilter: Do you know anything about buying mandolins? Please hope me! [more inside]
posted by radioamy on Nov 3, 2009 - 22 answers

Please help me figure out the name of this birthday song. [more inside]
posted by fellion on Oct 15, 2009 - 0 answers

My recently widowed stepmother just returned home after a long hospital stay for cancer treatment; the prognosis looks good, thankfully. I want to send her flowers for her birthday, but I know more about quantum physics than I do about flowers, and I was a liberal arts major, if you follow my meaning. I don't know of any floral preferences on her behalf, and can't really ask now. So... are there any specific types that are more appropriate than others?
posted by John Smallberries on Oct 10, 2009 - 21 answers

My wife's birthday is at the end of October, and I want to do something with two rings that we used to wear before we got married. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by SNWidget on Oct 8, 2009 - 9 answers

Birthday Gift Filter: Where to find a plush, luxury hotel style bathrobe on sale in Japan? [more inside]
posted by Ghidorah on Sep 27, 2009 - 6 answers

Suggestions for birthday party locations to rent in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by roxie110 on Sep 14, 2009 - 2 answers

I'm turning 30 this year, and my birthday is between Christmas and New Years. I live in central California, and may not have a lot of time for vacation. I want to do something interesting. What would you recommend to do in (central-ish) California, or possibly the greater West Coast, in the end of December? Sights to see, food to eat, events to attend? Lots of thoughts inside. [more inside]
posted by filthy light thief on Aug 30, 2009 - 10 answers

Unicorn party! Please help with ideas. [more inside]
posted by k8t on Aug 26, 2009 - 18 answers

70th Birthday Present Ideas Needed! [more inside]
posted by dzaz on Aug 16, 2009 - 8 answers

Throughing my wife a 40th birthday party... at a bar (in the Tampa Bay area), with our favorite band... we'll have an area for the catered food i'm bringing... but I need some other suggestions on how to make this event particularly special and unique, not only for the 50 or so guests, but also my wife. [more inside]
posted by foodybat on Aug 15, 2009 - 6 answers

My 25th birthday is coming up and I've been brainstorming on some projects I can do this upcoming year that I can blog about. Help me come up with some brilliant ideas to keep my 25th year exciting and productive. [more inside]
posted by mittenbex on Aug 13, 2009 - 8 answers

Birthday surprise from far away - I need help with ideas for a friend in NZ. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 12, 2009 - 5 answers

Birthday party favour ideas for kids under 8? I’m planning a party for my 5-year-old daughter. There will be about 18 girls and boys ranging in age from 4-8. What can I give them as party favours? I like to give one useful item rather than a goody bag filled with trinkets. I don’t want to spend more than $4 per favour. In the past I’ve given jigsaw puzzles, jump ropes, balls, Hot Wheels, and Polly Pockets. [more inside]
posted by yawper on Aug 6, 2009 - 35 answers

suggestions for celebrating my 40th birthday in san francisco? [more inside]
posted by roxie110 on Aug 2, 2009 - 3 answers

Help me throw an awesome Zombie Apocalypse theme party! [more inside]
posted by Help, I can't stop talking! on Aug 2, 2009 - 25 answers

NYCFilter: Group of four 20-something friends need a birthday activity for this Sunday! Conditions: not too pricey, preferably Manhattan or Brooklyn, nothing too physically strenuous. [more inside]
posted by rachaelfaith on Jul 30, 2009 - 7 answers

So it's my wife's birthday soon. She's quite picky when it comes to gifts, and likes shopping, so I'm giving her some cash for her birthday. Only thing is, this seems a bit lame/dull/lacking in thought, so I need a way to make it interesting, and, inspired by the 80s movie Brewster's Millions, I'm thinking about attaching some fun conditions/rules governing the spending of said cash. Now I need help coming up with said rules. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 27, 2009 - 20 answers

Hey, my sister is turning 21 and she just finished a 4-year undergraduate degree and has been accepted in Med School in the fall. What cool gift can I get her (possible Med School related) Thanks
posted by happydude123 on Jul 23, 2009 - 30 answers

It's my boyfriend's birthday soon, and I want to make the present giving AWESOME! Have already purchased presents and booked flights to be with him. Am organising special birthday meals for him, and a couple of activities too, so most of the day is pretty much sorted. But I really really want the present giving/opening experience in particular to be super fun for him. I'm thinking along the lines of a treasure hunt with clues so he has to hunt for the presents... Or wrapping the presents in a giant box and painting it like a cake with sparklers on top! Or multiple layers of wrapping disguising the present...Or, um, something else. But I don't know what exactly. I just want to make it a completely excellent fun surprise for him. [more inside]
posted by t0astie on Jul 21, 2009 - 10 answers

How can I orchestrate an awesome forest birthday party? [more inside]
posted by AsRuinsAreToRome on Jul 20, 2009 - 11 answers

Teach me how to be a great host. I'm hosting a dinner party for my SO's birthday in September. Give me some tips to make everyone (including the birthday boy and ME) feel relaxed and happy. [more inside]
posted by roomthreeseventeen on Jul 20, 2009 - 22 answers

Make the birthday cards I send to other people more interesting. What kind of cool, random stuff are you legally old enough to do at different ages? [more inside]
posted by marmaduke_yaverland on Jul 17, 2009 - 19 answers

I'm baking cupcakes for a toddler's first birthday, and I'd like to find an allergen-free recipe (no eggs, buttermilk, chocolate, nuts, etc) that is still tasty enough for adults to eat. [more inside]
posted by Viola on Jul 16, 2009 - 23 answers

Gift-filter: Help me think of an awesome birthday gift for someone who recovered my stolen purse.. and who happens to be my boyfriend? [more inside]
posted by pintapicasso on Jul 7, 2009 - 12 answers

How can I throw an epic 21st birthday party? [more inside]
posted by sarahj on Jul 2, 2009 - 17 answers

I need the perfect birthday gift for a seven year old girl. I don't know her well...i.e. what her interests are (so nothing too skewed). But she's clever and draws very well (though it doesn't need to be an arts/crafts item). I'd prefer something that would really make her eyes light up. But I need to be able to find and buy it easily tomorrow morning here in Suburbia (there ARE a couple "hip" toy stores not too far from here, if that helps). Preferably under $60. Thanks!!!!
posted by jimmyjimjim on Jun 26, 2009 - 34 answers

Our daughter is turning three next week, and we're looking for ideas for a fun time with her and her little friends, about eight to ten kids ranging from two to five years old. What makes for an excellent birthday for preschoolers?
posted by Pater Aletheias on Jun 24, 2009 - 16 answers

Birthday gift ideas for mom? [more inside]
posted by idyll on Jun 21, 2009 - 4 answers

A friend just texted me, "You turn 25 and you're all out of escapes...happy birthday!" Does that line come from a movie/song, or have some significance I'm missing?
posted by rbf1138 on Jun 12, 2009 - 8 answers

My girlfriend turns 40. How can I ensure she has a GREAT birthday? [more inside]
posted by IZ on Jun 11, 2009 - 6 answers

I know about my upcoming surprise birthday party - how should I handle this? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 10, 2009 - 31 answers

Gift ideas for an 80-year-old who's virtually a stranger? [more inside]
posted by Work to Live on Jun 10, 2009 - 12 answers

My oldest daughter is turning 13--I need birthday gift ideas! [more inside]
posted by midwestguy on Jun 9, 2009 - 22 answers

Nice London venue for baby son's first birthday in London [more inside]
posted by Mossy on Jun 8, 2009 - 0 answers

Both of my parents are turning 60 in early 2010, and I want to take the family (my brother (25), me (29), parents (... 60)) on a week-long vacation. Where should we go? [more inside]
posted by slide on Jun 5, 2009 - 9 answers

Help me come up with some fun/outrageous birthday relay race stations... [more inside]
posted by jasbet07 on Jun 5, 2009 - 9 answers

Where to go for a night out on the town next weekend in DC? [more inside]
posted by bluloo on Jun 5, 2009 - 4 answers

I'd like to take my girlfriend on a helicopter tour of New York City for her birthday. Any advice on booking and making the most of the experience? [more inside]
posted by andromache on Jun 4, 2009 - 3 answers

How to celebrate my birthday (without much $). So I turn the big 28 tomorrow and while I am planning on doing some great things, I'd love to start some new traditions as well. I have had a pretty rough year so this birthday is welcomed and I want to do it right! Any ideas? Ive looked though older posts and had a few tips but I thought ya'll might have some insight.
posted by Meemer on May 28, 2009 - 14 answers

I have a little less than 2 weeks to arrange for a birthday gift (i.e. stuffed animal or flowers) to be placed in front of an apartment in Matsumoto, Japan. [more inside]
posted by JakeLL on May 27, 2009 - 2 answers

My SO's sister is turning 15 in a few weeks and her parents have planned an extravagant quinceañera. I've never been to one before, and I'm pretty excited to go! I just have a few questions. [more inside]
posted by geekchic on May 20, 2009 - 8 answers

Ideas for a Recession/Depression themed Birthday Party? [more inside]
posted by Smarson on May 19, 2009 - 26 answers

What's a good gift for my little sister's 30th birthday? I'm arranging this from across the country, and she's going to be on a motorcycle in the middle of nowhere. More details inside. [more inside]
posted by mattybonez on May 16, 2009 - 6 answers

Fun/unique ways to present a list of things we like about a friend? [more inside]
posted by jrichards on May 12, 2009 - 14 answers