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Check if they need any information about access or transport \u2013\u00A0they may need level access, information about public transport links, or a parking space. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ECheck in the day before (or even on the day) to make sure everything\u2019s going to plan and they\u2019re still going to join you. \u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EMake sure everyone taking part is prepared \u2013 do they want to think about questions to ask the provider? 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The balls need to be even so you can juggle with them.\u00A0\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003EUse the funnel to pour the rice into the balloon. You could also use sandwich bags or cling film. \u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ETie or seal the rice-filled ball. You may want to cut any extra \u2018neck\u2019 off.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ECut the neck off a second balloon. Wrap the main part of the balloon around the rice-filled ball. It should fit snugly and cover any seals, knots, or openings.\u003Cbr\u003E\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003ERepeat step four with more balloons until the rice is tightly sealed inside. 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