Registering for Kidiquette Classes is easy. Simply fill out the Registration Form here and mail with your check. Contact us for schedules and pricing at a location near you. See Spring and Summer Schedules for Bellaire Recreation Center in our "Articles" section here. Or, book a private class. Use the same form for Kamp Kidiquette. Checks are to be written to "Celebrations By Samara, LLC." and mailed to: Attn: Samara Hurley Kidiquette 5730 Benning Drive Houston, TX 77096 Thank you for joining us in etiquette … [Read more...]

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD CELEBRATIONS BY SAMARA'S FLYER We look forward to hearing from you soon! ~ Celebrations By Samara … [Read more...]

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FLYER Build Confidence in Your Kids with Kamp Kidiquette this Summer at the Bellaire Recreation Center! 5125 Laurel, Bellaire, TX 77401 … [Read more...]

Featured Adult Event Friends and family joined this party to celebrate a 40th birthday and religious ceremony. Guests savored desserts, cordials, wine and coffee while laughing until it hurts during an interactive Jeopardy game. … [Read more...]

Throwing an upcoming party this holiday season? Here are a few ideas to get your party thriving before the guests start arriving! We’ve got a few things up our sleeve that we are thrilled to share with you! We can not wait to feature them at your upcoming holiday parties. Here is one of our holiday party features that we are most thrilled about! The Strolling Live Tables! … [Read more...]

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FLYER Learning Manners and Etiquette can be FUN! Imagine a world where your kids say “please," "thank you, " "excuse me," and “you’re welcome.” One where they respect their friends, siblings, parents and other adults. They feel less embarrassed and shy meeting new people, know how to have proper table manners, and show good sportsmanship. Sign your kids up for an interactive and FUN Kidiquette© class taught by Samara Hurley. Mother of two and owner of Celebrations By Samara, Samara coordinates and … [Read more...]

Budget-Friendly Tips for HolWe know the holiday bill tends to add up quickly this season! Here are a few budget friendly tips to squeeze in a holiday party or two to keep you & your guests happy. … [Read more...]

When hosting a sizable party, most people automatically think of booking a hotel ballroom or restaurant for the venue. I love working with hotel ballrooms and restaurants because they have in-house catering and rentals; while with other venues you may need to bring these items on-site. The first thing I tell my clients when we start to discuss event location is to remember that we can create any theme or ambiance at any venue. So, when scoping out venues for your own event, you need to see beyond what is right in front of your eyes. One … [Read more...]

Even if you are not hosting an upcoming party, chances are you might be attending one. I often get asked about appropriate gifts to bring to the party hosts. A host's gift is a token of appreciation for their time, effort and hospitality. It simply needs to say "thank you." It is not meant to "reimburse" the host for the cost of hosting you. Flowers or a small plant are always a nice choice as is a bottle of wine. And if your host doesn't drink, a beautiful bottle of herbed dipping oil with seasoning is a wonderful alternative. … [Read more...]

If you are thinking about throwing a party, here are a few tips for a successful, budget-friendly event. B.Y.O...W? One of the biggest bills of the night usually is the bar tab. Why not skip it altogether and suggest each guest bring their favorite bottle of wine? Simply add a line to your invitation like "Bring your favorite bottle of wine to share!" Add some fun by giving guests a ticket for each bottle they bring and have a drawing during the event for a fun prize. You and your guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a wide array of … [Read more...]