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New Year Celebrations, part two
The last party I threw was for 25 nine-year-olds in October – five years ago. My husband and I transformed our basement into a haunted house, the kids played games like wrap the mummy, ate pizza and birthday cake – and then for the grand finale, the “slumber” party. It was the last great birthday hurrah for our daughter after a long line of birthday parties. We had told her after this party she could invite a few friends or we could have quiet family parties. Her friends still talk about the Halloween/birthday party. The party “threw” me and I haven’t gotten back on the horse. Although the party was successful and creative, I wish the recently published book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Throwing a Great Party by Phyllis Cambria and Patty Sachs had been around. It’s probably a little late to be planning a New Year’s Eve party, but get this book for next year. Or if one of your resolutions is to give more parties this year, you have plenty of opportunities. The book’s authors list all the U.S. holidays. Or if you’ve decided to put together a little impromptu get-together to mark the year’s passing, take a look at Cambria’s and Sachs’ web site at http://www.partyplansplus.com. They provide ideas for Munchies-in-Minutes and a multitude of drink recipes for alcoholic, non-alcoholic and ice cream beverages. They also feature some great New Year’s party themes. Throughout the year, they will also update information to help you plan parties for upcoming holidays. Sign up for their newsletter. You can also order their book at this site. After reading this book, you will most likely look for the next holiday or excuse for a holiday to throw a party. I admit that after reading the book, I was inspired to begin thinking about another party, perhaps the second Tuesday of February when the Academy Award Nominations announcements are made (I found this in the book’s holiday calendar). I’m usually ready for something diverting about then, after all the festivities around December and January are long gone and just about the time cabin fever sets in. These professional party planners let their readers in on all the secrets to hosting a wonderful party. They have even provided plans for a year’s worth of parties with ideas for you to imprint these gatherings with your own special brand. They also indicate when it is a good idea to hire professional help and how to work with caterers and other professionals. Go To Page: 1 2
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