How to Plan for a 50th Wedding Anniversary Party
Plan for a 50th wedding anniversary party that the happy couple will remember for the rest of their lives. They've persevered in sickness and in health, for better and for worse, so throw a party that celebrates their five golden decades together. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Guest list
- Party location
- Invitations
- Party supplies
- Party favors
- Menu/caterer
Instructions
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Compile a guest list. It should include the original members of the wedding party, family members and friends who attended the wedding and those who have since come into the couple's lives.
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Choose and secure a location for the party. Be sure to pick a place that's large enough to accommodate everyone. And keep in mind that many of the guests may be elderly and have trouble getting around--you want a place that can meet everyone's needs.
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Choose invitations that are specific to a 50th wedding anniversary party. Select gold lettering or a design with a golden color. Consider personalized invitations that include a portrait of the couple on their wedding day and perhaps a more recent photo. Mail the invitations at least six weeks before the party.
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Purchase party supplies at your local party supply store or online. Select items that are golden in color and have an elegant, classic design. Choose streamers, confetti and balloons that say "Happy 50th Anniversary" or something similar.
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Select party favors that will be given to each guest. They could be something that will be used frequently after the party such as personalized ornaments, custom photo T-shirts, notepads or even refrigerator magnets. They can be customized with the couple's names, wedding date and even photos.
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Plan the menu. If the party will be casual, you may want to serve hors d'oeurves and cocktails. For a formal party, a sit-down dinner might be best. Decide whether you'll do the cooking yourself, with the help of others, or whether you'll be hiring a caterer.
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Secure the final details. If you're hiring a caterer, give her a final count of how many will be attending. If you're cooking, figure out how much food you'll need. Decorate the party location the day before, if possible.
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Tips & Warnings
Allow plenty of time for final preparations the day of the party. And get there in plenty of time--some guests may show up early.
