WeekDate Weekly Planner and Calendar
Wednesday April 30, 2008
Good organization is key to planning a successful party. You need to keep track of when to send invitations, buy favors, purchase groceries, decorate, cook, etc. But unless you have ... Read More
It's Fiesta Time
Monday April 28, 2008
Cinco de Mayo has always been a favorite holiday in our house. There's always something on the menu that's a favorite for someone at the party. Let's face it, most ... Read More
Plan Your Block Party
Friday April 25, 2008
The nice weather has a way of reacquainting us with our neighbors. After hibernating in my cave and car all winter, I'm now looking for excuses to delay just a ... Read More
I Need to Buy a Hat for the Kentucky Derby Party!
Thursday April 24, 2008
The 134th running of the Kentucky Derby will be held a week from this Saturday, on May 3rd. Since I will be attending a friend's annual party for this event, ... Read More
Special Celebrations
Wednesday April 23, 2008
Spring is a wonderful time for celebrations, which probably explains why so many fall in this season. And whether it's a baptism, a confirmation, baby's first birthday or little girl's ... Read More
Bright Ideas from Readers
Tuesday April 22, 2008
I'm always impressed by the clever tips submitted by the readers of this site for making our parties better. Today I'm sharing two new reader tips; one is an etiquette ... Read More
Garden Critter Cakes for Springtime Parties
Friday April 18, 2008
My daughter's class Earth Day Party went well today. Everyone had fun, and the games and the projects turned out great. Even the healthy selection of food was appreciated by ... Read More
What Would You Bring to this Beautiful Party?
Thursday April 17, 2008
A reader in our Forum posted this question, and I thought I'd share it to get suggestions, as well as to bring attention to this wonderful party. It sounds fabulous ... Read More
Tuesday April 15, 2008
It's always nice to send guests home with a little remembrance from your party. For little kids these favors take the form of candy and small toys. For adults, traditional ... Read More
Surprises Happen - Be Prepared
Monday April 14, 2008
We attended a family party over the weekend hosted by family members who I consider to be among the more hospitable and experienced home entertainers I know. However, after years ... Read More
Celebrate Earth Day
Saturday April 12, 2008
My daughter's class will be celebrating Earth Day next week with a class party including crafts, games and food. It will tie in nicely with the earth and environmental ... Read More
RSVP - Is it Just the Term that Confuses People?
Wednesday April 9, 2008
Who thought invitations could be so controversial? I received more comments in my mail on the topic of how to get guests to respond to a request for an RSVP. ... Read More
Remember the Titanic
Monday April 7, 2008
I can't help being fascinated by the story of the sailing and sinking of the Titanic. Such extraordinary luxury, such monumental tragedy, it's no wonder that the 1997 movie won ... Read More
Lords of Salt
Friday April 4, 2008
I'm always intrigued by new specialty foods, especially sea salts, because they provide an easy way to accent your cooking, and sometimes work as hostess gifts, as well. Barhyte Specialty ... Read More
A First Holy Communion Brunch
Wednesday April 2, 2008
Although the official Easter holiday has passed, the Easter season is still in full swing at many churches. This is especially evident with the groups of children receiving their first ... Read More