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Secrets to throwing successful parties, planning reunions, entertaining house guests and commemorating just about any special event or festive occasion. Find basics on catering, decorating for theme parties and even advice for hosting unexpected visitors. No matter what the event—debutante ball or a 50th anniversary party—eHow’s How To articles will help make your party a smashing success. eHow also offers valuable tips for developing your own personal party style, from how to be the life of the party to making a tactful exit.

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How to Have a Late Summer Grilling Party

By Clem-Media

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Before the grill is stored in the garage or covered up for the season, consider one last group cookout. Take advantage of the season’s best home-grown food. Making use of late summer and its bountiful harvests is a fun occasion... more »

How to Have a Leonardo DiCaprio Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Born in November 1974, Leonardo DiCaprio started out in film playing Toby in 1993's "This Boy's Life," which co-starred Robert De Niro. Prior to this role, he was seen in 1985 as the homeless boy Luke in the TV series Growing Pains. Since then, ... more »

How to Have a Massie Style Sleepover With Your Clique

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Massie Block is the rich, fun-loving and trendy girl who is the envy of so many girls her age. Even if you don't have Massie's cabanas, pool and tennis courts, you can still have an awesome sleepover with your clique girls if you follow some ... more »

How to Have a Matt Damon Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Born Matthew Paige Damon in 1970, Matt Damon made his first appearance on screen with one-line in the 1989 film "Mystic Pizza." Playing a Gulf War vet-turned-heroin-addict in the 1996 film "Courage Under Fire" got him noticed by Hollywood, and ... more »

How to Have a Memorable Teen Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Make a fun, unique party for your teen by thinking outside the box. Consider what your teen's favorite activities are and build on them. Make sure the activities are safe, fun and a little out of the ordinary and your teen's party will be a good ... more »

How to Have a Michael Cera Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Born in June of 1988, Michael Cera is making a name for himself by playing the lovable nerdy geek with a witty way of expressing himself. Best known for his role of George Michael Bluth on the television show "Arrested Development," Michael has ... more »

How to have a movie night at home

By klnygaard

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Having a movie night at home can be a great experience. It allows the family to be together. It can create a tradition. Having a movie night at home can also cut entertainment costs... more »

How to Have a Muppets Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Muppets are the popular menagerie of puppets created by the late, endlessly talented Jim Henson. The word "Muppet" itself was coined by Henson when he combined the words "marionette" and "puppet" to describe his lovable creatures. The most ... more »

How to Have a Musical Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Musicals came to the screen in the 1930s, and are often associated with Broadway in both style and content The main characters sing songs to illustrate major plot points, often addressing the camera directly, much as they would an audience from ... more »

How to Have a Night Out in Edinburgh's Historic Bars

By Garry Crystal, eHow UK

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Edinburgh boasts some of the oldest bars in Britain. The Old Town is the heart of Edinburgh's historic city and you will be spoilt for choice here... more »

How to Have a Patrick Dempsey Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Born in January of 1966, Patrick Dempsey is best known nowadays as "Dr. McDreamy" on the television series "Grey's Anatomy." However, Patrick can be seen on the big screen as well in various roles that are sometimes overshadowed by his ... more »

How to Have a Reese Witherspoon Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Born in Louisiana in March 1976, Reese Witherspoon landed her first major movie role in the 1991 drama "The Man in the Moon." She became well-known thanks to her portrayal of bubblye blonde Elle Woods in 2001's "Legally Blonde" and the 2003 ... more »

How to Have a Responsible Party

By Savvyone

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Anyone can pull off a fun event with some safety planning involved. Adults that have alcohol involved at parties should be mindful of possible concerns for the event. After getting the venue selected, make sure to decide how much alcohol will be ... more »

How to have a romantic dinner under the stars

By klnygaard

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It is a beautiful night, the stars are shining-perfect for a romantic dinner. here are some tips on how to make the most of the evening... more »

How to have a sidewalk chalk party

By Elizabethknows

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A way to meet neighbors... more »

How to Have a Sleepover

By SnappyLauren

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Are you nervous about your upcoming sleepover? Do you need tips to make your sleepover a HUGE success? This article should help you out... more »

How to Have a Spit Party

By pianistic

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Next time you have a party, invite friends and family over to your house for a Spit Party that will guarantee to be an entertaining night. What is a Spit Party? It is a party where everyone uses a Retail DNA kit to spit into a tube to find out ... more »

How to Have a Summer Olympics Party

By MomReesa

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You find yourself glued to the TV watching Michael Phelps as he wins yet another gold medal. You are entranced by watching the rebirth of the historic Chinese nation. You hold your breath through Wei Yang's amazing performance on the rings. If ... more »

How to Have a Tailgate Party

By Tricia Goss

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Tailgate parties before football games are a uniquely American tradition. Whether you're at a big NFL showdown or to cheer on your state college, you can have a blast at a tailgate party... more »

How to Have a Teen Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Teen movies have plots based on issues concerning young adults, such as first love, friendship issues, conflict/rebellion with parents or other adult figures, bullying, teen angst, moving from middle to high school or high school to college, ... more »

How to Have a Tom Hanks Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Born in July 1956, Tom Hanks is a 2-time Oscar winner who has been entertaining audiences on the big screen since the 1980's. In 1996 he starred in as well as wrote and directed "That Thing You Do," which established his presence behind the ... more »

How to Have a Well Stocked Bar at Home

By ChristiB

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From daiquiris to margaritas, cognacs to brandies, you enjoy a good cocktail. You entertain often, and wish for your guests to have a varied selection of alcohol to enjoy. This article will show you how to have everything you need in your home bar... more »

How to Have a Will Ferrell Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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Born in July 1967, Will Ferrell has been making audiences laugh since the 1990s. On "Saturday Night Live" from 1998 to 2001, Ferrell and Chris Kattan took their SNL characters Doug and Steve Butabi to the big screen in the 1998 comedy "Night at ... more »

How to Have a Wine Tasting Party

By Tonig

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Give yourself time to ‘smell the roses’, or in this case ‘enjoy the bouquet of wine’. Give a toast to all the positive ideas, joys, and family you have surrounding you... more »

How to Have an 80's Movie Marathon

By Angela DeFini

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The '80's were full of memorable trends like leg warmers, teased hair and the Rubik's cube. That's just to name a few. However, as VH1 has documented various times through the "I Love the 80's" installments, the movies made during this time ... more »