Keeping things casual and planning ahead of time will make it easy for you to host a party. A thoughtful menu and guest list will make hosting a party run smoothly. By Amy Brantley |
Living in a rural community, we have no local theaters, malls, or "teen clubs." When he was little, our son Vince attended a bevy of birthday parties, and of course I hosted his annual event at a variety of venues. By Connie Earl Robertson |
You as the holiday party host always want to make sure your guests are happy and satisfied at your party. But it's not easy task to host a party alone and accomplish this. In fact it can be overwhelming. By Conny Manero |
Learn how to create a great party planning checklist to ensure the perfect party. By April Dawn Shinske |
You can savor the experience of hosting a grown-up party with equally boundless enthusiasm. The secret? De-stress for success. By April Dawn Shinske |
You can afford a party. With current economic realities leaving many of us short on cash, planning a party may at first seem like an extravagance that simply won't fit into your family's budget. By April Dawn Shinske |
Read on for some fabulous party planning time savers. By Erin M. Huffstetler |
Rather than looking back after an event and wishing we had taken the time to enjoy memories in the making, why not plan parties that allow us to enjoy memories as they happen? Parties can incorporate fun techniques for capturing memories. Oftentimes, guests will enjoy these activities so much that they will quickly become traditions. By April Dawn Shinske |
There are several great party planning tips to follow if you find yourself in the midst of a multi-host party. By April Dawn Shinske |
Whether the end of a small gathering, or the end of a party, there comes a time in many hosts' experience when the party is over, and it's time to make it clear to a guest in a tactful way. Although you may give subtle clues, sometimes certain guests need to be told more directly that it's time to leave. By Alice Langholt |
