It's almost JULY!

Wow...

I just read through my blog and it has been a very busy month of June. It has also been VERY hot lately!

Last Friday, I went and visitied with some new friends at the Town Of Wilmington Summer Program, where we did two shows...the first for the four and five year olds, and the second for the six and 7 year olds. Although it was warm, it was a great day for bubbles and great music. Even the teachers and volunteers were dancing and having a great time with the kids. We did the limbo and even made some really BIG bubbles.

This weekend, I worked a wedding for Rich and Heather, a very nice couple in Connecticut. No bubbles though, but a fantastic wedding celebration with a beach theme. (By the way, did you know that our company does more than JUST Bubble Parties? check out http://www.robpetersentertainment.com/ for more information.)

Today I visited the KinderCare in Sharon and had fun with about 30 children and 10 toddlers dancing in bubbles and some great music. I also met two new friends: Dale, who is five years old helped me with the Chicken Dance, and Aleka who led the limbo. Also Miss Tori was our "high five" buddy and helped me keep the kids moving in the Limbo line in the right direction.

This week is the week of July 4h...one of my favorite times of the year. I like meeting with friends at cookouts, or going to the beach and enjoying a relaxing day in the sun or even seeing a parade. I also have been to see the Boston Pops and fireworks in Boston twice over the past few years. If you have never been before, it is quite an experience, and can be a great day with your family.

I also like the music that they play as part of the July 4th celebration...very patriotic. In fact, for the rest fo this week, we will be using some patriotic music as we set up and get ready for the show.

Whatever your July 4th plans are...I hope you enjoy! And remember, nothing completes a July 4th party better than BUBBLES!
~BMM

Where has the Bubble Music Man been?

Greetings everyone...

I have been a very busy person over the past week, so I am now catching up on all of the excitement since I last wrote.

Last Friday (6/20) I was at the Wollaston Child Care Center for 3 shows. In addition to the many bubbles we did, the kids during one of the shows did a special chant when the train went by. It was also a very hot and sunny day, and we had loud animals during "The Monkey" song by the Wiggles.

This past week was very busy...between the end of school and beginning of Summer Camps at some of the day cares in the area, I have been all over the state. Monday (6/23) began with a visit to my friends at KinderCare in Norwell. Unfortunately, we were inside due to the chance of rain, and we did a special session for the toddlers. The children in the second session were very enthusiastic and dancing the whole time. It was so much fun that I didn't want to leave.

Tuesday, I visited the KinderCare in South Easton. The toddlers loved the bubbles as much as the teachers during the first group. The second group I performed for was very loud and full of energy. Miss Stephanie was also celebrating her birthday, so I let her pick the children for the Hula Hoop activity, and my friend Jonathan was great in helping us with the Chicken Dance.

Tuesday afternoon was very stormy! So stormy in fact that the graduation and party for Bright Horizons in Marshfield had to be moved indoors, and our show was held in a separate room inside the church. I would like to thank the Pastor for making this room available so we could have our Bubble Party. I also made many new friends, including Luke and Evan, who were very nice because they helped me with moving my gear from the van in to the room inside. There were also many parents who came to watch their children graduate, and stayed to dance in the bubbles with their kids.

Yesterday (June 25th), my day started with a trip to North Reading to visit Bright Horizons. We had a special session for the toddlers, then the preschool children came out. The teachers were very helpful in getting the children organized for me, and we had a VERY long line for the Limbo!

Wednesday afternoon, I visited with the children at KinderCare in Plymouth. I made many new friends, including Allison who led the limbo for us. Allison did a great job, even with her arm in a cast...I really liked the color of her cast...PINK! They even gave me an apple to eat for the ride home!

Today...I was at KinderCare in Canton. What a great day with the toddlers! Some of the kids at the day care centers I visit come up with special ways to begin the show, including the toddlers, who today made up a very special Bubble Song for my visit. The group of pre-school and pre-kindergarden kids were great, including my new friend Tyler, who lead the limbo around the playground. I could tell that the kids really enjoyed my visit today, because they all wanted me to stay longer, and took the time to thank me and say goodbye!

So as you can read....it has been a very busy week. I am really looking forward to a couple of days off, which will come next week with July 4th weekend. I may even put a bubble machine on to watch when I watch the fireworks in my neighboorhood.

Remember...watch the bubbles....I hope everyone is having a happy and safe summer!

~BMM

What a Thursday!

Today, I visited my friend Miss Jen and her children at the Carriage House Nursery School in Cohasset. We had a great time in the partly cloudy weather with Miss Kelly, Miss Sarah and Miss Charlie.

I even made some new friends and enjoyed Chloe helping me lead the limbo, Sohhia who I got to Twist with and Dylan who helped identify animals before the Chicken Dance.

Today was my first of several visits to the Carriage House Nursery School this summer. The kids were by far the loudest during "Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes", and we even enjoyed cold drinks while I did Big Bubbles for them.

I am also really happy about the Boston Celtics winning the World Championship that I was able to watch some of the parade today on TV. I also spent the rest of my day getting ready for next week. Can you imagine that in one week, I will be visiting 10 different day care and pre-schools?

Some frequently asked questions...and the answers

Hello again...

I figuered that since there are no Bubble Parties on Wednesday, that I would answer some of the most frequently asked questions I am asked during Bubble Parties.

Q: Where can I get one of those Bubble Swords you use for the "Big Bubble" part of your show?

A: In years past, I have been able to find these at Wal-Mart. This year, they have been hard to find. However, I did find them at Amazon.com. Here's a link for you:

Q: Do you do other parties in addition to Bubble Parties?

A: Yes I do. I also operate the Rob Peters Entertainment Group, where we perform for Weddings, Company Events, Anniversaries and more. Check out our website at www.robpetersentertainment.com for more information, or to see if we're available for your event.

Q: What happens to the bubbles at the end of the show?

A: Any unused bubble juice is stored in special containers where they stay until the next show. The bubbles that come out of the machine are usually popped by the time we are done, however, some still float on, beyond where we can see!

Q: Can I send you pictures from a Bubble Show for your Blog?

A: YES....PLEASE! In fact if you do, I will be happy to use it here. Feel free to e-mail it to me. (Any pictures that will be used will require an authorization form and a signature from a grown up authorizing us to use it!)

Did you also know that you can leave a comment here ?

Do you have a question you would like to have me answer. E-Mail me at bubblemusicman@yahoo.com

Wow...Where does the time go?

Hi everyone...

I am sorry it has taken me so long to get back here. I have been very busy with Bubble Shows and other events, so I have not been on my computer much. I can't wait to tell you about where I have been, so I will get right to it!

Last Thursday (6/12), I did two shows for the kids at the Lutheran Nursery School in Hanover. Our morning group was very loud when we did "The Monkey" by the Wiggles, and Mrs. Hayes even helped out as our "High Five Buddy." Our afternoon group was very excited during the limbo, and enjoyed the Hula Hoops too!

Did you know that there is more than one "Bubble Music Man"? My friend Peter did a Bubble Party at KinderCare in Norwell on Thursday evening and had a great time with the teachers, parents and kids, as part of an Open House Event.

Last Friday (6/13), I performed two shows. The first was a pre-school graduation party for Julianna and her friends at her mom's home in Reading. Not only did we have bubbles, but we had a luau too, complete with grass skirts, maracas and some great food, courtesy of Julianna's dad. (It was REALLY good...I got to try the chicken!)

My second show was very rewarding, as I experienced something new. When I arrived at Milestones Children's Center in Tewksbury to set up, they were getting ready for a party with food, a bounce house, and a book fair. This event was their end of the year party, and was going to be a fun time. But what happended to me when I arrived made me smile!

I arrived, got out of my van and heard one of the children shout "The Bubble Man is here!" After checking in with Caroline, I heard the repeated chanting of "Bubble man" from the playground. About 20 children were so excited to know I was there that the continued to shout "Bubble Man" as I was setting up!

My friend Peter also did a show on Friday, which was the end of the year party at Growth Unlimited in Kingston. I know that there were many bubbles and lots of fun, mostly because when Peter dropped off the Bubble Machines, they were completely empty! And Peter told me that the Hula Hoops were a big hit with everyone.

Today, I was at Bright Horizons in West Greenwich, Rhode Island. We started with a small group of toddlers who enjoyed the bubbles, and almost had my new friend Hannah who wanted to crawl over and help me during our "Big Bubbles" segment. The older kids joined us after about 15 minutes, and we had alot of fun. My thanks to all of the kids, especially Crystal who helped me get the Limbo started.

I hope you are enjoying learning about my adventures. Feel free to leave your comments about how you enjoyed the show!

It's Wacky Wednesday!

Today, I was at the first of several shows at Creative Kids Academy in Walpole, which used to be known as Stepping Stones Pre-School. The new owner, Siobhan, and the staff were very excited, and I saw many familiar faces from my previous appearances there.

My new friends Emily and Joseph were very helpful with Limbo and the Chicken Dance, and the weather was perfect...not too hot, and very sunny.

I hope everytime I go to Creative Kids Academy, the weather is just as nice!

By the way...feel free to add a comment to my blog if you or your children saw the show!

What A Crazy Few Days...

As the Bubble Music Man, it has been a crazy couple of days!

Last Friday, I was indoors again...this time for my first (and only) visit to the Holy Nativity Pre-School in Weymouth with Miss Kerri and Miss Karen and friends for some indoor fun. Even some of the children's parents came to our party, and everyone had a great time with the music and bubbles.

I was sad to learn that Holy Nativity is closing its doors this week. However, I have heard from some parents already and have heard that the kids will not see the last of the Bubble Music Man!

As you know, these past few days have been HOT and sticky. I love the sun, I even like the warm temperatures, but the humidity can sometimes be a little much. Thank goodness the forecast is calling for cooler temperatures for later in the week!

Yesterday morning(Monday 6/9), I was back at Wilder Nursery School in Hingham for another 2 shows with the kids at Club Wilder. It was VERY hot yesterday, and even though we set up in the shade, keeping cool was very hard. I brought along some squirt guns for the staff to "mist" the kids during the show. My friends Shane and Mya did a great job with the limbo.

Yesterday afternoon was a show with a different twist as I performed for Girl Scout Troop 40 in Marshfield. Joanne, the troop leader, had this deck that also served as a carport, which kept us out of the hot temperatures and direct sunlight. Ava, Mariah, Victoria, and the other girls from the troop, including the two "Lilys", had a great time with the bubbles, hula hoops, and even some extra BIG bubbles!

Today I was lucky to go and visit Miss Carol and my friends at the Congregational Pre School in Mansfield! Today was my third year visiting this school...it's nice to visit places I have been to before, even if I get a little lost (Every year, I seem to miss one turn and end up lost in the middle of Mansfield.) Still, I arrived with plenty of time to set up in the back playground and had a ball with the kids and parents who came. Even in the hot heat, we still danced and fun! I would also like to say "Good Luck" to the kids who are graduating from Congregational Pre School tomorrow!

Stay cool in this heat! I think I am going to go for a swim!

Another Inside Bubble Party...

Today, I was back at Family Ties in Walpole for another Bubble Party. With the cloudy skies and mist, we had to enjoy the bubbles indoors again today.

Today, we had a smaller group than yesterday, but they were just as loud, especially when we did "The Monkey" by the Wiggles. They also know how to do hard "High Fives", especially when Cynthia led the limbo. My new friend Colin was a little shy during the "Chicken Dance", but got some great animal ideas with the help of Miss Sandi.

I sure hope the sunny weather comes back soon! Rain, rain go away....

Rainy Days and Wednesday!

There are days where being the Bubble Music Man has its disadvantages!

Rainy days can be one of them, but we learn to make the best of it.

Today, even with the rain, I was at Family Ties in Walpole for another Bubble Party. With the rain and bad weather, we were forced to be indoors, and had a great time.

Before the show, the kids did their "ABC's" and sang songs while I set up. Then we had our Bubble Party. 5 year old Sam helped me with the Chicken Dance and we were wow'd when 5 year old Karen and Miss Sandi had a hula hoop contest.

Even with the rain, you can have a good time...just add some good music and bubbles!

Welcome To The Bubble Music Man Blog!

Well, here we are! Throughout this season, I will be blogging about some of the interesting places I visit and perform Bubble Parties! be sure to check back often, especially after I visit your day care center or school, and feel free to leave me a comment about how you liked the show!

It's going to be a great summer, and the season is just beginning!

In fact, even though we have visited some schools and day care centers already, yesterday (June 2nd) began our busy season with a stop to Morton Park in Plymouth and the end of the year party for Miss Joanne's Bright Beginnings Pre-School! I always like the backdrop that the pond at Morton Park provides for our show. We congratulated Olivia, who missed her Pre-School graduation because she was on a family trip to Oklahoma, by having her come out in her cap & gown and receive her diploma. She even helped me with the Chicken Dance!

Today (June 3rd) was a stop to the Wilder Nursery School in Hingham for two 30 minute sessions. Talk about energetic...these kids loved the bubbles! Max and Maria led the limbo and we had fun dancing with the staff at Camp Wilder!

I also want to comment on my trip last Friday to Four Seasons Creative Learning Center in West Bridgewater. When I arrive at a school, I usually hear the kids shout that "The Bubble Man is here" which usually echoes throught the school and gets the children excited. While I was setting up at Four Seasons, I actually had a parent come tell me that the kids had been counting down the days until I was coming! WOW!

Stay tuned...and enjoy the great weather!