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Some parents are asking guests to tip at their children’s birthday parties, and they are putting the request on the invitation. Victoria Perry , a home baker in Inman, South Carolina, described the invitations in a video posted in January 2025. that set off months of argument online, and racked up nearly 50K views. “There is a little spot on the bottom that says, Tipping is encouraged,” she said. One gave a reason underneath. “If you bring your child and they plan to eat and play, please send along cash with your child for the tip bucket to go towards party expenses.” As children’s...