How to Celebrate Frank Sinatra's Birthday

The Chairman of the Board. Old Blue Eyes. Frank Sinatra won the hearts of millions with his lilting lyrics and Hollywood mystique. Cozy up on December 12 with a martini and 1,000 Sinatra memories in celebration of this legend's birthday.

Things You'll Need

• Frank Sinatra Biographies
• CD Players
• Portable CD Players
• Jack Daniels Whiskey
• Gin
• Olives
• Drinking Glasses
• Martini Glasses
• Martini Shakers
• Frank Sinatra CDs

Instructions

1. Pour yourself a nice, sturdy glass of Jack Daniels or a martini. While Frank's lounge-style music is often epitomized by the martini, he also enjoyed a good swig of Jack any day.

2. Light a fine cigar and puff away throughout the day. Frank enjoyed the fine life, and good cigars were no exception to the rule.

3. Rent some of Sinatra's films and invite a few friends over for a celebratory screening party. Some of his most famous movies include "From Here to Eternity," "The Man with the Golden Arm" and "The Manchurian Candidate."

4. Rent "The Godfather." Watch carefully and you will find a slew of intriguing, subtle references to Sinatra's alleged ties with the Mob.

5. Visit Englewood, New Jersey, for a peek into the early days. Frank spent the late 1930s waiting tables and acting as emcee at a local dinner club called the Rustic Cabin.

Tips & Warnings

• Pay tribute to Frank via Ava Gardner, whom many claim was the love of Sinatra's life.

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish