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Old School Prom Party

We are going to bring back some ‘old school’ high school sweetheart LOVIN’! Its time to take your partner back in time to your high school prom by throwing an old school prom themed party! Invite all your friends and have them bring their dates or spouses!
Everyone should come dressed in an old 80’s (or [...]

Tequila Tasting

The latest rage in party planning is to have tequila tastings at your next cocktail reception or prior to a dinner party.  Martini parties are still popular and wine tastings will never go out of style, but if you want to be one of the first in your neighborhood to be up on the latest [...]

Michael Jackson Hits

I am a long time fan of Michael Jackson; I admit it.  I’ve loved his songs since I was in first grade doing a patty cake song to Rockin’ Robin, then in Girl Scouts when we sang the song Ben at a home for the disabled. From my junior high school days, when the girl [...]

Party of the Sexes

It’s the battle of the sexes! It’s up to you and your beau to see who is the more successful party animal! Have you and your man each plan a party separately. You invite all your gal pals and have him invite the boys over for the night. Go all out and show each other [...]

Votive Buds

I just saw the cutest idea for a table centerpiece.  Take an empty clear votive glass and stuff an ever-so-slightly-opened rosebud into it (without the stem).  It is so cute and clever! You have to look twice to see what it is, but I think it is ideal for cocktail rounds or on side-tables; really [...]

Children at Your Party

If you have space at your venue for children to attend, then why not have a few special activities and food for them? Depending on the type of party you are having, providing some activities will make it more fun for the kids and therefore the parents attending. These can include: an art station, [...]

Talent Show Party

Why is that shows like American Idol, So You Think You Can Dance, and America’s Got Talent successfully entertain many television viewers every year? I’d like to think it’s because people love to see regular and ordinary people showing off their talented skills and original performances.

How much more fun would it be to [...]

A Not-So-Trashy Party

One person’s trash is another person’s treasure! A fun way to exchange your trash for a treasure is to invite all of your friends over and make a fabulous party out of it!  Are you doing some summer cleaning and organizing your house? If you are, I bet you have come across a whole [...]

Boating Means Party Time!

You may sail in Newport, San Diego, or Bermuda. Or go ocean-racing in Miami or Catalina. Whether you go yachting in Nantucket or Lake of the Ozarks, or just like to cruise along on a nearby river or lake, this is the time of year for boating! Big blue skies, warm sun and [...]

Gourmet Three-Course Party

Sick of the same old recipes you keep recycling for every party you host? Well it’s time to spice things up and explore what else there is out there.  It’s time to host a gourmet three-course get together! Have your guests each go online and find a new and exciting recipe that they [...]