Hi I’m Party Charlie, the author of Party Planning Secrets, the ultimate guide to a successful party. Today’s party planning tip is on Toasting Tips. There are so many ways to give a toast. When we hear a toast, we usually think of a wedding, where the best man gives a short, eloquent, and wonderful…

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When choosing the date for your party, don’t look at the date. Instead look to see if there are any championship games or events. If you plan a party on a day with a big event, your party will most likely tank. Make sure there are no holidays, birthdays, town events. Take your time to…

Theme parties are a great way to get your guests involved. The theme party should always start with a highly creative invitation to get your guests in the mood so they know what the party is about. Make sure to let the guests know if they need to dress- up in costume or if there…

Safety – Making It a Priority Using the Fire ExtinguisherFollow the fire department’s “PASS system”1. Pull the pin.2. Aim the extinguisher nozzle at the base of the flames.3. Squeeze the trigger while holding the extinguisher upright.4. Sweep the extinguisher from side to side, covering the area of the fire with the extinguishing agent. NOTE: Be…

Start creating the energy for your event by tempting your guests with the invitation. Get your guests excited! Your invitation must have some high-energy words, terms like fun-filled, enchanting, and casual but exciting. Make people want to attend. Just a time and a date will not stimulate excitement or energy. As hard as it may…

Here’s the deal – money isn’t funny, and you won’t be laughing if you spend more than you have to. Trust yourself. You can throw the Party Charlie Perfect Party. Here are some general party planning tips: * Consider co-hosting your party with friends or relatives. A joint party takes some coordinating, but sharing in…

An important – and often overlooked – element in planning a party is to establish an appropriate budget. When putting a budget together, keep in mind that there will always be last-minute, unanticipated costs, such as additional guests or sudden bad weather that calls for tenting and heaters.By Charlie Scola Let’s face it, you won’t…

Party Planning Secret No. 6 – Know Your Crowd – consider what your guests like.By Charlie Scola. The key to all Five Steps is to know your crowd.Instead of planning your party around what you like, consider what your guests like. This goes for all stages of your party, such as your theme, music, and…

Food and beverages are important for a great party. A simple BBQ or buffet with chicken can be just as rewarding as a full-course gourmet meal. Offer a variety of foods. Giving your guests choices is key to any great menu. Presentation is everything. Use a variety of colors and textures when creating your menu.…