How to Throw aThanksgiving Potluck

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Throw aThanksgiving Potluck

When the guest list begins to grow, it is time to start sharing responsibility. A Thanksgiving potluck can bring unity to a group of friends/family while instilling pride in every individual. It also takes a huge load off the host/hostess. Thanksgiving is about being thankful for one another and there is no better way to show this by a Thanksgiving Potluck. Keep reading for some tips to create an organized and effective Potluck.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Organization
Communication with Guests
A giving spirit

Step 1

DIVIDE RESPONSIBILITY!! The best part of a Thanksgiving Potluck is that the host does not have to take sole responsibility for the success of the party, it is a combined effort. Ask non-cooks to take responsibility for decor, candles and wine. Kids can plan a family activity focused on being Thankful or a Thanksgiving play. Send those who want something easy to do to the store for the shopping list. And accept help setting and cleaning up.
Step 2

ASSIGN THE MENU!! One of the best parts of a potluck Thanksgiving is seeing where your guests really shine. More than one of them will have a Thanksgiving specialty to share. Be specific when signing guests up for dinner duty and make a list. Assign appetizers to guests who will be on time. For guests who work all day assign something which can be frozen over night. As host, you may be expected to provide the turkey, but if there is a talented chef on the guest list, you may want to consider opening up your kitchen for them.
Step 3

PROVIDE THE EXTRAS!! Be prepared with extra utensils, serving dishes, chairs, etc. Find out how much refrigeration and table space you will need in advance, so renting can be done if needed. Urge guests to have their dishes as table ready as possible. Enjoy the combined effort of a family working together!

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listenhere101 said

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on 11/13/2008 Great article. I love family potluck. Everyone get to chip in on the Thanksgiving dinner. Even if it is homemade fruit cake. Thanks a lot, for the article. I brings be back to being back in California.