Are the parents of my guests required to stay?

No, parents are not required to stay during the event, unless their child is under 4 years old. 

Can siblings and friends younger than 3 participate? 

Yes, however, children 3 & under MUST have a chaperoning adult with them for the duration of the event. 

Which package should I choose if my child is turning 5?

If the majority of participants will be under 5, then it’s best to choose one of our Little Chefs packages.

How many people can you accommodate?

At our Newtown location, we can accommodate up to 18 participants with minimal room for adults. We can fit approximately 10-12 parents comfortably. We highly recommend parent drop off due to limited space in the facility.

At our Warrington location, we can accommodate up to 24 participants with plenty of room for parents.

We require a minimum of 6 participants at both locations.

Do you require waivers?

Yes, ALL guardians will be required to complete and sign a participation release prior to the event. A digital link will be shared about 7 days prior to the event for you to pass along to your attendees.

What do I need to supply?

We supply standard (non themed) plates and utensils for menu items. We will also supply a small water bottle for each participant. We suggest that you bring additional beverages (water bottles/juice boxes) for the children.

Can I bring my own cake/dessert?

Yes, you are welcome to bring a dessert. If you choose to do so, you will need to supply your own plates and utensils. Depending upon employee responsibilities during the event, you may be responsible for cutting and serving any outside dessert yourself.  If the kids are making a dessert during the event, we can and often do use that dessert to sing. PLEASE NOTE: We do not have space to store an ice cream cake.

Do you provide time to sing?

Yes, we always provide time to sing to the birthday child. We supply 1 generic candle. You may bring your own if you wish. 

Do you supply take home containers?

Yes, we supply take home containers for the extra dessert items. As all is not usually consumed there.      

Do the children eat what they make there?

Yes, we allow time to eat the food that is made.

Can I bring outside food?

Yes, you are welcome to bring outside food. However, we cannot heat, cook, refrigerate, or keep frozen any outside food items. Alcohol is NOT permitted. You will also be responsible for serving any outside food and supplying paper products and utensils for them.

Can I bring decorations?

Balloons are permitted. We recommend they be tied to a weight (floor or table height). Three side tables will be set up and available for your use. They are covered with stretchy colorful tablecloths, which you can cover over if you wish. Tablecloths are not permitted on main tables. Centerpieces may be placed on side tables only. Banners, piñatas, and streamers are NOT permitted, as nothing can be adhered to the walls, tables, or windows. PLEASE NOTE: The space at our Newtown is limited.

Can I bring my own favor bags?

Yes. However, we do provide a dessert recipe sheet for each child. We also offer packages which include measuring spoons and a chef hat or they can be added on at an additional fee. The measuring spoons will be individually wrapped in a clear bag with ribbon. Hats are given out during event for kids to decorate.

Do you provide aprons?

Yes, we supply aprons for all participants to wear during the event. We also offer custom aprons for purchase. 

When should I arrive for my event?

We recommend arriving 15 minutes prior to your event start time. To allow staff to prepare please do not arrive more than 30 mins prior. 

Can you accommodate food allergies?

We do not use peanuts/tree nuts in any of our recipes. However, we may use items processed around peanuts/tree nuts. Therefore, we are not considered a peanut/nut free facility. We can typically make substitutions for gluten, eggs, dairy, artificial dyes, and/or meat products. Food substitutions will incur additional fees and must be communicated 7 days prior to your event. Please note: we do not have designated allergy free equipment.

How much downtime is there during the event? What exactly will the children be doing?

There is very little down time. The routine can vary. It depends upon menu selections, age of children, and the overall group. We have coloring pages and games if necessary to fill any wait time. 

Can I bring in an outside vendor for entertainment?

Yes, however depending upon the number of participants in attendance and menu selections, additional time may be required. We charge $75 for an extra 30 mins. Extra time can ONLY be added to Friday night events and Sat/Sun 3pm slots. Please also keep in mind that the space is limited at our Newtown location.

Can I request a recipe off your menu selections?

We will consider off menu requests. However, they may incur an additional fee.

When do I need to provide you with my final headcount and menu selections?

You will be contacted via email 7 days prior for your final headcount and menu confirmation. Adjustments to your headcount or menu cannot be made beyond that point.

When is my final payment due?

Your final payment is due on the day of the event. You will be obligated to pay for the number of participants indicated on your final invoice, whether or not all are in attendance.

What form of payment do you accept?

We prefer electronic payments through our invoicing system. Invoices are emailed a few days prior to the event. The email comes from Acuity Scheduling. We will also accept checks made payable to Silly Spoons LLC and exact cash payments for final balance only. We do not have a card processing system on site. 

Should I tip the party hosts?

Tipping is not required but customary and very much appreciated.

Can I come see the facility before my event?

We don’t have regular business hours. We are essentially only open when hosting events/classes. For this reason we do not coordinate on site visits. However, you are welcome to stop by anytime to peek in the large front window. The space is all one room and can be seen from the window. You can also check out our Facebook and Instagram pages where you will find many event pictures. 

What is your Cancellation Policy?

Cancellations will be refunded as CREDIT ONLY. If you need to cancel your event, we ask that you provide us with written notice ideally 48 prior to the start of the event.  Credit can be used for rescheduling or towards classes /camp.