Perfect Party Planning

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or a enjoying a casual get together with family and friends, you can feel good with these handy tips and ideas that will help make any event a BIG hit!


The Adult Social

  • When sending invitations, be sure to include directions and parking details


  • Give guests an arrival time but be ready for early-comers so that you’re not caught off guard


  • Prepare anything you can, ahead of your event day – set tables, get out glasses and platters you’ll need; maybe even pull out key ingredients for that spectacular recipe you’ll be preparing


  • When planning your menu, ask guests about any special dietary needs you’ll want to consider


  • For irresistible dip and cracker platters, check out delicious Dare appetizer ideas in our Recipes section

  • Always make a little extra food in the event of unexpected guests


  • Have some quick cash available on your event day, just in case there are any last minute needs


  • Make mingling among guests easy by sharing a characteristic of interest for each one of your guests when making introductions


    • Plan fun party games to keep energy levels high – games like charades or guess my identity* are always event favourites


    • Music sets the mood. Pick your selection based on the energy you want to maintain, as well as the tastes of your guests
* Guess my identity involves each guest receiving a secret celebrity’s name on a label which they wear on their back throughout the night. Only other guests can see any person’s identity. Throughout the evening, each guest must try and guess what their identity is by asking other guests questions about the celebrity, which can only be answered by “Yes” or “No”.



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