HELP!!

Finally got a hold of awesome magician. He has time available between the kids' birthdays. $150. Probably the top of my price limit, but he will be WELL worth it. Before contacting him, had no idea if it would even be reasonable.

After talking to him, think this has to be an indoor party. Magic show is 1 hour.

So, what to do for the rest of the party? For CHEAP?

Kids are turning 6 and 8.

We've always done at home parties. When younger? No entertainment needed. Well, last couple of years were out of the house.

He told me inside was better for the birds and rabits. {What have I got myself into?}

Unfortunately, going outside is out of the question. No matter which day we choose, it is ALWAYS 110 degrees, and we have no shade during the day. Later in the day may be bearable. IF we can do a late afternoon type party and send them outside at 5:00 or something - the stragglers - after all the magic, eating and presents. Of course, if it is just stragglers, there are video games inside. So, maybe that works. Hmmmmm...