Birthday Farewells

Birthdays and Farewell Parties: Show Employees You Care


Discover Shironda’s Picks for Office Essentials for Birthdays and Farewell Parties

Office Depot, Category Manager

Posted July 25, 2016

Throwing a birthday party or farewell get-together is a great way to show an employee your appreciation, but a good office party should be fun for everyone. How do you prepare the budget-conscious workplace for festive celebrations that go beyond the grocery store cake?

First, invest in a few reusable party supplies, such as birthday decorations, a wireless speaker for upbeat music, and a pitcher for serving drinks. Always keep cups, paper plates and plastic cutlery well-stocked, and buy bite-sized snacks and individually wrapped candies in bulk to give everyone at the party something to enjoy. Instead of a birthday card, have coworkers write well wishes on colorful sticky notes to place on the employee's desk. For a unique birthday or farewell gift, go for something useful such as a desktop organizer or a stereo headset.

Don't forget to buy heavy-duty trash bags, plastic zip-top bags and paper towels for easy clean-up after the party. However you choose to celebrate your employees, browse the hand-chosen products from Office Depot for all your party essentials.

 


Invite the Office

Build excitement for your office parties with project and display boards. Have fun with decorating the boards for each occasion, and place them in the halls, breakroom and individual offices to spread the word about your upcoming shindig.

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Make Sure No One Misses Your Party

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Stand and Deliver

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Plating Perfect Portions

Let your staff help themselves to hearty portions of party food with disposable plates. Choose square plates for pot luck meals or buffets so employees can pile on their favorite foods, or choose smaller round plates to serve cake for birthday or anniversary celebrations.

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1,000 Chances to Celebrate

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Dining Made Simple

Want to throw an office party without the hassle of washing a pile of flatware? Opt for disposable cutlery for office parties and luncheons. Keep an assortment of spoons, forks and knives ready for impromptu celebrations in your office.

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A Virtual Silverware Drawer

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Quick Cleanup

Serve barbecue, chicken wings, or pizza with confidence when you keep a supply of napkins and dispensers in your breakroom. Paper napkins are versatile options for cleaning up spills or messy hands after a tasty meal, and dispensers keep napkins neatly contained and ready for use.

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An Affair with a Touch of Formal Flair

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Raise a Glass

Whether you are serving eggnog during the holidays or iced tea for a summer celebration, cold cups offer a convenient way to serve tasty beverages to your staff. Keep clear cups in your break room for everyday use, and break out the colorful cups for special events.

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Add Some Color With These Cups

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Delight With Decorations

If you love decorating employee cubicles for office celebrations, keep a supply of craft materials in your supply closet. From balloons to colorful paper, these supplies make it easy to dress up a special employee's work area.

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Amscan "Happy B-Day" Cursive Balloon Banner

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Satisfy a Sweet Tooth

If your office staff has a collective sweet tooth, keep them happy with decadent chocolates. Whether you bring in delicious desserts for parties or you create goodie bags with wrapped candies, chocolates are perfect party pleasers.

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Sweet Snacks for All

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Recognize Employee Achievements

Whether your office has an employee retiring after a long career or one who is celebrating a milestone anniversary with the company, customized promotional products can show just how much hard work is appreciated. Choose from classic options such as plaques or clocks to celebrate great achievements.

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Hanging It Up

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