How long are your parties and what do the kids do?

Our parties are two hours long and include an art project based on your child’s party theme, as well as time for cake and opening presents. Guests also have use of our playroom.

How is the party structured?

• The Birthday Child’s family may arrive 15 minutes before the start of their party time to set up whatever food items, decorations, or other party supplies they would like to use. We have a microwave available for your convenience but plan to bring a cooler if necessary.

• Our parties begin with a warm up time where guests are encouraged to explore the toys in the playroom (15 minutes).

• Guests are then welcomed by the teacher and encouraged to come to the project table. Projects often include 2-3 different types of art materials (painting, drawing, collaging, or sculpting). Children work on the first part of project. When children are finished they may once again choose to play or eat snacks.

• When all guests are finished, the next part of the project is set up and children are called back. The party continues in this pattern until all project parts are completed. Some assembling is usually necessary by the teacher for completion.

• Typical timing for cake and presents is usually around 15 minutes for each. We tend to reserve the last 30-45 minutes for this.

• Families can request variations to the schedule (examples: presents, add snack/meal time) that are easily accommodated in most circumstances.

• Guests have up to 15 minutes after the party to finish basic clean up (clear food from tables and cabinets, gather decorations, presents, and personal items).

What is the maximum capacity?

We can accommodate up to 12 children participating in the art activities and about 30 total people in the space (children and adults combined.)

Do adults need to attend?

For parties with guests 5 years old and younger, we recommend that a few adults attend the party, in addition to the party hosts. If your guests are older and are used to “drop off” parties, we ask that the party hosts stay to assist, but do not require extra adults. For our Mouse Play House parties we request that each child has a dedicated adult chaperone.

Our studio is a working preschool during the week. We ask that parents be mindful of this, especially during clean-up times. The party teacher may ask you and other parents to assist children in putting away toys in the play area. We also ask that your guests exit promptly at the end of the party so that the teacher has enough time to clean up and prepare for the next event.

Are siblings welcome?

Yes! You can have up to 12 children participating in the art projects. Siblings who will only be using our play area do not need to be included in the participant count. If older siblings attend, please know that the art activities are geared toward the age of the birthday child, but they are welcome to participate (as long as they are included in the 12 max participants) or they can hang out in the play area or bring a book to cozy up in our little reading nook. Our party teachers will be assisting the birthday child and their friends and will be unable to create new projects outside of the party theme you reserved.

How much do your parties cost? How do I pay?

Cost of an art party is $240 for a maximum total of 12 children participating in the project. Parents of guests are welcomed to stay during the party especially if their child will be more comfortable that way. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required and may be paid through our online reservation system. The remaining balance must be made prior to the event date.

Can I tip the party coordinator?

Absolutely! We love our teachers and value the time and creative energy they put into every party. If you think you might want to tip your party coordinator, we ask that you bring cash.

What is the space like? Will I have room to serve cake or food?

Our studio is a large room divided into two sections, the art room and playroom. The art room includes not only space for the party project but a place to celebrate your child’s birthday. Families will have access to two long tables and chairs, two side cabinets (for food), and we even have a special place for gifts. Our toys in the play room are available during the party, allowing the children to explore the art project at their comfort level and speed.

Anything else I need to know?

• Optional: you may bring an mp3 player/phone to play during the party. You supply food, drinks, paper plates, cups, utensils and a tablecloth. A standard plastic table cloth almost fits across the two tables (about 10 inches is exposed).

• We are a nut free facility so please keep that in mind if planning a menu.

• We are located very close to the Roosevelt neighborhood (Whole Foods, Starbucks, Bartells, etc.), convenient for picking up snacks, balloons and other birthday supplies.

• Two parking spaces are available in front of our studio and there is plenty of street parking.

What’s your cancellation policy?

Your party deposit is non-refundable. Notice of party cancellation by parents must be given at least three weeks in advance. Any parties cancelled after three weeks will be subject to a cancellation fee. (Any parties cancelled by Roaring Mouse due to inclement weather or natural disaster will be rescheduled or refunded.)