- The backyard is a perfect location for a barbecue and a theme party.Backyard barbecue bbq image by Nicky Jacobs from <a href='http://www.fotolia.com'>Fotolia.com</a>
When throwing a party for friends and family, it is important to organize an event with food, recreation and activities. When choosing to throw a theme party, choose a theme that is appropriate for all ages of guests. It may be ideal to choose a theme based on seasonal activities and food, which makes it easier to find decorations, food and games appropriate for that time of year. - Celebrate any occasion with an old fashioned ice cream social, suggests the WAHM Connection website. An ice cream social is also an excellent opportunity to invite the neighborhood over and get to know the members of your community. Set up folding tables in the backyard (or living room in bad weather). Cover the tables in brightly colored paper tablecloths. Purchase large tubs of basic ice cream flavors at the local bulk grocery store. Purchase toppings such as fruit, nuts, whipped cream, caramel sauce and chocolate sauce. Give each guest a plastic bowl and encourage them build their own ice cream sundae.
- Turn your home in an adventure by hosting a murder mystery party, suggests the Celebrations website. Prior to the party, assign guests a particular role to play and provide them with information about their character. Encourage them to dress in their dinner party finest. Invite them to your home where someone will mysteriously "die." Guests will then have to work their way through the home collecting evidence and clues about the murder. The first guest to correctly guess who, what, when and where wins the grand prize.
- Fourth of July, Flag Day and Veterans Day are just a few examples of an appropriate occasion to throw a red white and blue party. Virtually any time of year is ideal for a celebration of patriotism, suggests the WAHM Connection website. Encourage the party guests to come dressed in red, white and blue attire. Set up a series of backyard games like horseshoes and t-ball for kids and parents to play. Celebrate by serving classic American barbecue fare and serving a red, white and blue dessert. Make strawberry and blueberry shortcakes or serve cupcakes decorated with red, white and blue sprinkles.
- The 1980s were a decade known for glam rock, hair bands and crazy fashion. Encourage friends and family to take a trip back in time to the 1980s, suggests the Celebrations website. Dress in acid wash jeans, high top sneakers and slouchy socks. Have ladies crimp their hair or wear a side ponytail. Play music from the 80s and host a dance party in your living room.
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