Party Planning
by Mrs. Party... Gail Leino

Be organized by planning ahead.  First do the guest list.  Next, think of a fun theme like western BBQ, fiesta, luau or Mardi Gras.  Then, plan menu taking into account any special food requirements that your guests might require.  Create a shopping list from the menu or hire a caterer.  Also, make a decoration and party favor list.  Plan party games, activities, and crafts.  Decide on the music and any addition entertainment.

Purchase party supplies online to save time and gas (and sometimes tax)!  Shop for the food and any remaining needed party decorations.  Buy party games and supplies for the crafts and activities.  Rent necessary tables, chairs, etc.  Get music or hire musicians.  For pool parties, hire certified lifeguards.  If having entertainment, disc-jockeys and bouncy bouncers, hire them.  Organize the seating arrangement.  For sit down dinners, place-cards are a nice touch.

Do as much of the setting up in advance as possible.  Don't plan on any store runs the day of the event.  Make sure your camera has memory (or film) and batteries.

Have fun at your party and so will your guest!

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