The ladies at the Tacoma chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs sure know how to help us put on a party! As mentioned in the post earlier today, they sponsored today and sent us enrichment for a Cinco de Mayo party. And a party we had!
Along with some beach/summer-themed enrichment, the ladies sent us a Safeway gift card so that we could get some yummy produce for the party. So, on the Mexicali menu was tortillas, avocados, tomatoes, cabbage, and leeks (a chimp favorite!). In addition, we juiced some limes and added Key Lime Sparkling Water for our own version of virgin margaritas, poured into tiny plastic shot glasses, of course.
The margaritas smelled just like the real thing! In my opinion, they tasted WAY too tart, but the chimps loved them!! Here’s Jamie going for as many “shots” as possible:
And Annie, relaxing with the last drop of hers:
The tortillas were a big hit, too. I unfortunately didn’t get any photos of her, but bread-loving Negra was SO excited!
The ladies sent lots of festive beach bags and towels. We added a few beach appropriate things to the bags to fit the theme, such as magazines, combs (for when your hair gets messy after swimming), mirrors, hair clips, plastic shovels for the kids, an extra pair of sandals, etc…
Here’s Missy checking one out:
And how could this possibly be a real party if Foxie didn’t get some new trolls:
Thanks so much, ladies!! We’ve had a great day– and it’s not over! On tonight’s menu is beans and rice with corn on the cob! YUM!
Marcia Douthwaite says
What a fabulous party—-they all look so happy. I bet there were lots of hoots and pants. Well done!
leslie sodaro says
great great great pictures … compliments to the phototog and do the party goers BK
Julie says
What FUN for these seven beautiful beings!!! Thank you ladies from the Tacoma chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs!!! Awesome pictures, Jackie!!! R-R-R-R-R-R-R-R-R-R-Rrrrrreeeeeeba!!!!
Patricia Meek says
Wonderful. Looks like everyone had the best time. Love Foxie’s trolls and the margaritas especially xx
marie cross (uk) says
aw i loved looking at these pictures ! i love the amazing ideas for parties you guys come up with ! i love Jamie lining up her shots and Foxie looks so happy with her new trolls , what a wonderful sponsor day thank you ladies xxx
Candy (Tyler, TX) says
To the Tacoma chapter of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs, thanks for sponsoring the day, you are simply the best!