The greatest time of the year is upon us again and we are all ready to get out of the house and enjoy the company of our friends and family again, aren’t we? That means it’s time for parties and gatherings and get-togethers of all shapes and sizes. Think Small The smaller your party, the […]
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How to Design Your Backyard for Entertaining
Whether hosting a backyard barbecue or a birthday bash, your lawn is the perfect spot for outdoor entertainment. To create the right atmosphere, all you need are some simple decorations and an understanding of layouts to create a relaxing space that maximizes fun, comfort and entertainment for you and your guests. Easy Backyard Decorations That […]
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Paint Parties — An Artsy Pastime for a Long Winter Night
The room buzzes with excitement as people gather, serve themselves some refreshments and find their seats. The artist instructor prepares palettes of paint, distributes brushes and socializes with each of the guests, and then the fun begins. Most of the time, everyone in the room will be following the artist’s instructions, step by step. At […]
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Holiday Entertaining
The holidays are upon us, and that means parties and gatherings and get-togethers of all kinds. Whether that’s your own Christmas dinner, a company party or a client-appreciation event, we’ve broken it down so you know just what to do to make your party stand out among the rest. Ready? When throwing a holiday party […]
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Punch It Up this Holiday Season
If you are looking to host an unforgettable holiday cocktail party, punch can make a memorable impression on your guests and bring your get-together to the next level. Punch reached the height of its popularity during the Victorian Age. Originally made with alcohol, it ultimately became a nonalcoholic drink largely due to the preference of […]
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Scrabble Party
From Thelma Higbee’s 1959 dictionary to CJ’s Evergreen General Store rhubarb strawberry pies — it was a wild Scrabble game. This isn’t my first rodeo, I mean Scrabble party. Over the years, I have had a few of the giddy, giggly get-together events. One Scrabble gig was a yard party with some 20 folks and […]
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How to Throw a Wine Party with Wow
Wine, food and music. These are the key elements of any great party and as the height of party season, you’ll want to get your party A game dialed in. First and foremost is wine. Select a few different bottles to complement the food you’ll be serving as well as to provide enough variety, so […]
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Holiday Appetizer Soiree
Growing up in the ’50s and ’60s, Trudy Northover recalls her parents always hosting get-togethers for friends and family. Christmas was a massive celebration at their home. “Tech has taken so much away (web, email, etc.),” Northover says. “It’s such a gloomy time of year, so our appetizer party is a wonderful time to host […]