Holiday Parties

How to Be a Great Guest at a New Year's Party

By Sendblock

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People who plan and throw parties in celebration of the New Year often put in a great deal of time and effort in the planning and preparation. As a great guest, you're sure to be invited again... more »

How to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day With A Family Guy Marathon

By Tamika M. Murray

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St. Patrick’s Day is a big beer fest holiday! So why not gather a bunch of buddies together to get plastered and laugh out loud. In the steps that follow I will show you how to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Family Guy marathon... more »

How to Give the Perfect Christmas Present

By Amelie

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It is not long until the holidays fever will overcome all of us. As much as you promise yourself last year that the next one you will be more organized regarding Christmas presents, well, we all know that New Year’s Resolutions cannot be always ... more »

How to Make Doily Luminaries

By LyzB

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Luminaries add a certain panache to any party. For a shower or birthday party, simply decorate glass jars with paper doilies for a delicate look that shines... more »

How to Make Oobleck for a Dr. Seuss Party

By MelanieF

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There's no better theme for a birthday party for Dr. Seuss fans! Throw a Dr. Seuss party to celebrate Dr. Seuss's birthday. Theodor Seuss Geisel was born March 2, 1904, and died at age 87 on September 24, 1991. So, tip your hats to the most ... more »

How to Make Simple Candy Holders for Classroom Valentines

By milenna

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Classroom Valentine’s have been a tradition for many years. School children love to give yummy Valentine treats to their classmates. Making a unique candy carrier/holder is a fun way to make an exclusive Valentine for those special friends... more »

How to Make the Best Sweet Potato Casserole!

By AprilinParis

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This holiday season add a bit of dessert to your main course! No one can resist the tempting aroma of baked sweet potatoes mingled with a brown sugar crust to compliment turkey or ham. One bite of this Sweet Potato Casserole and you'll be hooked ... more »

How to Make Your Own Chocolate Truffles

By momoftwingirls

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Oh, the taste of a chocolate truffle is pure heaven. Some of the best chocolatiers make absolutely divine truffles. But if a chocolate candy maker can create such a decadent candy treat, why not you, in the comfort of your own home? Giving a ... more »

How to Manage Holiday Stress

By ctmem

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The big holidays have come and gone, yet they are right around the corner. While they can be the most amazing time of the year, full of memories and celebrations, they can also cause stress and nightmares. Managing holiday stress can make the ... more »

How to Plan Ahead for a Low-Stress Holiday

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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Every adult's fantasy for the month of December? A seamlessly organized and enjoyable holiday season where there's plenty of time for everything. The reality, of course, is that the holiday season is chaotic: chock-full of frenetic shopping ... more »

How to Play Reindeer Games

By Jane Smith

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Liven up your next Christmas party with reindeer games. These relays and challenges will show Santa who should be his lead reindeer this year. Read on to learn how to play reindeer games... more »

How to Prepare a Holiday Feast

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Food defines holiday get-togethers. Thanksgiving wouldn't be the same without turkey and stuffing, and crispy potato latkes during Hanukkah are mandatory. As your calendar books up during the holiday season, it helps to start the preparations ... more »

How to Survive the Holidays Without Narcotics

By Therese Haberman

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Here are some ideas for holiday survival during the crazed "holidaze". (Just a footnote to all you Vicodin-popping "House" lookalikes and wannabes, when I say without narcotics, I mean without more narcotics than usual. So don't raise your ... more »

How to Take the Stress Out of Making a Big Christmas Dinner

By MrCHUCK mrchuck999.blogspot.com

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The Holidays are a great time for family. Keep the times happy and the stress low by making your meal preparation more organized and not letting it take you over. My article will help you keep your head over the holidays and help you relax with ... more »

How to Tell a Great Story at a Party

By Ann Casano

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It's always easy to tell who is the life of a party--they're the people with laughing crowds around them. The most amazing experience can happen to you but if you don't know how to tell your story properly, you'll lose the audience. At a dinner ... more »

How to Throw a Halloween Lock-In Party

By nethopperz

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It's that spooky time of year again when ghost and ghouls walk the streets in search of fun and yummy treats. Keep children safe and sound this year while entertaining them and create long-lasting memories with a Halloween lock-in party!.. more »

How to Budget for Halloween Fun

By Denise Witmer

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Halloween is a major consumer holiday with retail sales in the billions. Americans spend at least half of that on candy alone! If you are like most people, you need to watch your budget. Here is how to make one, stick to it and still have a great ... more »

How to Celebrate New Years on a Budget

By Jason Whitaker

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New Year's Eve is a very special occasion, one that marks the passing of one year and the birth of a new one. Because of the significance of it all, it's easy to want to go "all out" on your celebration, but breaking into the new year ... more »

How to Eliminate Drunk Driving from Your Home

By klee13sb

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Everyone enjoys getting together with friends and family. A lot of parties and gatherings include alcohol. There is nothing worse than the thought of one of your loved ones hurting themselves or an innocent stranger while behind the wheel. ... more »

How to Have a Swinging Holiday Cocktail Party

By ESMenterprises

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The holidays are made for entertaining. Throwing a perfect Holiday Cocktail Party is easy and fun. Either spur of the moment or planned you can have an elegant party with great food and drinks. Cheers!.. more »

How to make a tent card to inform guests to leave your party centerpieces.

By abncparties

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How to make a tent card for a party when you do not want the guests to remove the centerpieces. You might have to return parts of the centerpiece (i.e. flower vase) or are contributing the items (food) to a shelter, etc... more »

How to Make Cranberry Liqueur and a Wicked Cosmopolitan

By Anthony Delgado

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The best Cranberry Liqueur are made with the best, fresh ingredients. Here is how to do it! And, make a fantastic Cosmo while you are at it... more »

How to Organize an Office Gift Exchange

By eHow Holidays & Celebrations Editor

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You've been assigned the task of organizing an office gift exchange. The thought of receiving yet another bottle of cheap cologne is making you shudder and you know your colleagues feel the same way. It is easy to make this year's exchange a success... more »

How to Small Talk

By Amanda Ford

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Trite, predictable and full of awkward pauses and stumbles, small talk is universally one of the most loathed social customs. I mean think of it, have you ever heard a person exclaim, “I’m so excited to go out and small talk this weekend?” For ... more »

How to Avoid Arguments at Holiday Dinners

By Eleonora Fatuzzo-Nord

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The holiday season can be depressing enough on it's own...let alone incorporating family drama and blow-out fights during a celebratory dinner. Don't fall victim to the many potential provocations...give yourself a good memory of the dinner as ... more »

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