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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 Plan a Family Reunion

By MulberryGirl

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It's easier than you think to plan a great family reunion. With a bit of thought and enthusiasm it can be done and enjoyed by all!.. more »

How to Plan a Girl's Night In

By brandif

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Rough day at work? Not in the mood to go to a crowded bar? Have a Girl’s night in! Sometimes, this twist on the typical night on the town can improve your mood and give you and your girlfriends an excuse to get together and have a ball... more »

How to Plan a Girls Night Out

By brandif

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Ladies, it’s time to party! Gather up your best girlfriends, tell them to put on their favorite party dress, and throw their cares to the wind. It’s time for a girls night out. Read on to learn how to plan a girls night out... more »

How to Plan a Mardi Gras Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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This crazy New Orleans festival provides the perfect theme for a memorable party. Bring the best of Louisiana home with a cultural celebration everyone is sure to love. Read on to learn how to plan a Mardi Gras party... more »

How to plan a party.

By tassie

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Need a list on what needs to be done to plan a party? Big or small, this list is a must!.. more »

How to Plan a Picnic for Children

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Kids love the finger foods, fresh air, games and freedom from table manners that come with the picnic experience. It's a great escape from your normal routine, giving you the opportunity to spend some quality family time in the great outdoors. ... more »

How to Plan a Recognition Ceremony Party

By krismllr

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You will learn how to throw recognition ceremony party that will honor the person being rewarded in front of his or her peers... more »

How to Plan a Retro Cocktail Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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If you're running out of fresh ideas for entertaining, consider taking a step back with a retro-themed cocktail party. Your soiree can have the style and classic flair of a simpler time, when cocktail parties were all about having a drink and ... more »

How to Plan a Slumber Party for Women

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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A slumber party isn't just for kids. There's no reason that grown women can't get together for a slumber party, no matter what their ages. A well organized slumber party can offer a refreshing escape from the daily grind. Don't wait for an ... more »

How to Plan a Sock Hop

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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50's-themed sock hops can be fun and entertaining parties. Kids and adults alike can enjoy the fun trip back in time to the rocking 1950's. The key to planning a good party is in the details. Look below for more information on throwing the ... more »

How to Plan a Spring Fling Party

By brandif

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The flowers are blooming and beach season is on its way. As spring approaches, celebrate the season with a spring fling party. Gather up your friends, throw on your favorite spring dress and party it up spring fling style. Read on to learn how to ... more »

How to Plan a Stock the Bar Housewarming Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Moving is one of those activities that is on nearly everyone's list of top ten least favorite things to do. The lifting, loading, packing and unpacking is tedious and time consuming. In the end, after everything is in its new place and all the ... more »

How to Plan a Super Bowl Party

By favefive

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If you are planning on entertaining during the Super Bowl, here are some tips to help you put it all together... more »

How to Plan a Team Themed Super Bowl Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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For the passionate football enthusiasts there is nothing like a good Super Bowl party to support their team. From wings to nuts, finger foods make munching more fun. Celebrate your team spirit with raffles and door prizes for your guests. Be a ... more »

How to Plan a Teddy Bear Tea Party

By ChantelAlise

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Children love parties. They love birthday parties, Halloween parties, Christmas parties and tea parties for their best friend in the world--Teddy! But how do you plan a teddy bear tea party? It is actually quite easy and a whole lot of fun. Read ... more »

How to Plan a Trip to Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse

By Maria Scinto

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Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse is a chain restaurant located in the Eastern United States (from Maine to Georgia) that boasts "the taste of the Canadian Rockies" with items such as roasted prime rib and grilled salmon. These restaurants also have very ... more »

How to Plan Activities for a Stag Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Traditionally, a stag party is an engaged man's last hurrah, held as he prepares to say goodbye to the single life. Activities commonly held at a stag party are as diverse as bachelors themselves, and the possibilities are limited only by the ... more »

How to Plan an Office Pot Luck.

By JL B

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The next big Office Party is coming up and you are in charge of organizing the Company Pot Luck. To assure that there will be a variety of different foods in the same category, careful planning is needed... more »

How to Plan and Host A Potluck Dinner

By Tonig

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Invite neighbors, family and friends to bring a different dish and join each other for the wonderful flavors of a meal that usually isn’t made in their own home... more »

How to Plan and Host a Speed Dating Party

By AlyWright

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Got a lot of single friends? Do they all know each other? Why not throw a party--better yet, a speed dating party! This gets everyone talking to each other and there might even be potential for romance!.. more »

How to Plan Fun and Easy Baby Shower Games

By sugaredup

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Go ahead, plan a baby shower for that precious little one on the way! Add some smiles with these easy and fun baby shower games... more »

How to Plate Game for Baby Showers

By expertvillage

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Learn the plate game, a fun couples game for coed baby showers - free video... more »

How to Play "Box Of Stories" To Kick Off A Party

By SexyAngel82

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Want to kick up your Party. Try this fun yet memorable game to get everyone laughing so hard they’ll be crying :) It’s a good way to pass the time, remember the ’good old days,’ & have a good time that will bring everyone together. This is a ... more »

How to Play Baby Shower Games

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Everybody expects to play at least one game at a baby shower. Pick a game that fits your shower, keeping in mind the number of guests and their tastes. Keep your guests entertained and make sure they have a good time by choosing from any of these ... more »

How to Play Mafia at a Party

By Ang1216Red

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If you have at least 10 people, try out Mafia with your party guests. It gets everyone involved, and can wind up being played multiple times with different hosts, Mafia members, stool pigeons and civilians each game... more »