Knowing that the BSC has lasted and come back to reach a whole new generation of readers makes me happy. What better way to share the BSC love than to throw a BSC-themed party? Whether it’s a birthday, random sleepover, or just a fun get-together, a party celebrating the Baby-Sitters Club might be easier than you think. The most important thing, as the Baby-Sitters Club knew, is friends and friendship. No matter what you decide to do at your BSC-themed party, being with those whose company you enjoy will make it a fun time. Kristy was eating pizza when the idea for the BSC hit her, so pizza is a great idea for a party food, and generally a popular choice. Depending on your guests, if any of them are vegetarian like Dawn, you might want to have something else like salad, veggie burgers, or veggie stir-fry. Jessi is a dancer, so break out the Wii or Playstation, or turn on YouTube and play a dance game or take a dance class. It doesn’t have to be ballet like Jessi, just something fun and new that everyone can try for some entertainment! If it’s nice weather, channel your inner Kristy and play some softball. Claudia is also an artist, so break out those canvases and paints and have a painting activity! If you’re of age, why not do a sip-and-paint activity with adult beverages? You can also add Dawn’s laid-back California vibe to the fun and tie-dye some shirts in the backyard, if the weather’s nice. To pay it forward, you can also keep in mind Stacey’s diagnosis of type 1 diabetes and make a donation in honor of your guests to a pediatric diabetes foundation, like the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Don’t forget to check out this post about planning a bookish party or if comics are more your thing, this post about Wonder Woman party supplies is great, too.
