Entertaining

Have you seen those ads for "fake" cakes? From wedding cakes to anniversary and birthday celebrations, the idea of "fake" cakes are becoming more and more popular. A...

Hate waiting in those long night club lines for hours only to find out that you can't get in? Bouncers have the power to decide who gets in and who doesn't. Rejection can be embarrassing,...

Going out to eat in a restaurant can be expensive. Currently, more and more families are dining in due to cost. You don't have to be a part of the trend! AND, you can pass the savings on as...

Do you ever find yourself sitting on the couch, mindlessly staring at the television while yelling at the kids for the fifteenth time to knock it off? Try some of these ideas! You'll get a good...

This article might also be called "How to Be Obnoxious." It's simply a guide to bug people and waste their time by asking them silly, useless questions.

Want to play a prank on your friends? Want them to still be your friends when you've done it? This one is easy.

Before I get into explaining exactly how to use this method, allow me to debunk some of the worst myths about hypnosis: - Hypnosis is a perfectly natural state that everybody enters numerous...

How to have that perfect table setting for a romantic evening? Surprise your partner, set the mood right! It’s the perfect time to bring out those good stuff that have been hiding in your kitchen...

Anyone doing business in China will very likely be invited to dinner by the company that they are visiting. Don't fret! With just a little knowledge of what to expect and the do's and don'ts,...

Hosting a party can involve many variables including the number of guests, type of party and the menu. When determining servings sizes for catering, a combination of simple calculations and...

Camping is great recreation and fun for many who love the outdoors and simpler life! Here is a great, easy snack to make when you have some hot coals just beckoning to be used. You can eat these...

Let's admit it. EVERYONE gets bored in the car, especially on long trips. Even a routine trip to the grocery store can feel monotonous some days. Why not bring the whole family together (not like...

Keeping children entertained on a rainy day can be nerve racking, but it doesn't have to be challenging. A rainy day gives the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your kids. Leave the...

You will learn to play Octopus tag with a group of 6 or more kids

Hosting a great event or party involves more than just inviting over some people and putting out some chips and fruit punch. It is very easy to overlook certain things, or to make assumptions, or...

A couple decides to go out for a few hours and you have just been asked the dreaded question, "Will you watch my kids?" Of course you say yes, you're friends right? But once they're gone...

Sometimes the occasion for a party comes up at the last minute. Here are some useful tips on planning a party in a week.

I love my backyard, it is away from the watchful eye of the neighborhood where I can unwind and enjoy my time alone or with my family, pets or friends. I always have maintained a nice backyard as...

Staying with other people can be somewhat nerve-wracking. If you're staying with someone you've known forever, you probably mesh with them and their family easily and don't have any worries. ...

You might think that table decor is something that you only use at your wedding. However, this can add ambiance to any meal. It can turn a Thursday night into a dinner party. It can even impress...

How to Wine on A Dime & Beer on A Budget is your quick reference guide to choosing a great wine, and a fun beer on a dime. Get tips, useful information, and find out how to select the perfect...

Everyone hears about how great Whole Foods markets are. Whole Foods carries many organic products, eco-friendly products, tasty prepared items, and just plain old yummy food. The one downfall...

Ever had someone show up on your doorstep or even worse, walk right in like they own the place and never leave? Here's how to deal with a freeloader moving in. You got to nip this thing in the bud...

It takes a bunch of skill and know-how to pull off something as funny and thought provoking as this joke! Are you ready? Are you sure? This could change your whole life! Just remember that I...

Learn to speak the language that is more like the original 18th century English and Irish than any other used in the United States.

Hosting theme parties can be so much fun for party throwers party goers. Here's a few tips to help you throw a successful 70s theme party.

Being double booked is widely considered to be the "worst nightmare" of any event planner. Once you get past the initial feelings of shock, disbelief, and then subsequent near-panic,...

Whether you're with your mate, your friends or even your loved ones, what will make the moment of movie night even better is if both parties agree to watch the same film. Here's how it's done. Ready?

People love to talk about themselves. The word "you" is probably the single most effective individual pleasing term ever contrived. Starting a conversation is not about knowing what to...

Celebrity is not only a great ice-breaker, but it is also a big crowd pleaser at parties and casual gatherings. You can play this game with four or more players of any age, but to be fair and not...

Some people struggle with writing "Thank You" notes or cards. Whether you need to thank your boss, a friend, or your mother, it is important to express your gratitude well. To write a...

I can’t believe that Murphy had a law for everything. But unless you’ve been living in a cave, you have to admit that when you’re planning an event, anything can go wrong. We’ll look at what...

A good yard sale or garage sale is hard to beat. You get to clear out your clutter, socialize with your neighbors, and make some money to boot. Here's how to have the perfect yard sale.

Being treated poorly, or being ignored altogether, is really frustrating when you go to a doctor, mechanic or restaurant and pay them to serve you properly. A few tips can have them catering to...

Plan a ladies’ luncheon for a midsummer afternoon, and add a special touch. Yours will be a “Fancy Hat” luncheon with the theme carried out though an entertaining activity as...

In-N-Out (locations in CA, AZ, UT and NV) has been around since the late 1940's and people flock there for delicious burgers, freshly made fries and delicious shakes. The menu they offer is...

That is what eating a burger is all about. Thanks to the family whose style of serving up burgers & fries has come to shape a west coast tradition. Drive-Thru burgers, fries & silky shakes...

It's a good ice-breaker, and it'll get your friends every time (sometimes more than once).

This party for young children and their parents offers a low-key break from frantic holiday activities. It is probably best to hold the party in mid-morning with only a small number of children in...

Children like the surprises and silliness involved in this party where the order of nearly everything is reversed. They get into the spirit very quickly and often add unexpected elements of...

Here’s a nightmare for any hostess: the guests are arriving and the party is off to an extremely slow start. No one seems to be interacting, and the room is freakily quiet. However, with...

A zoo party is a natural addition for a group outing to the zoo. However, this party can provide lots of fun even when the zoo is only an imaginary one. Zoo animals provide the inspiration for...

A Bring Your Own Lobster party is an unforgettable experience. It involves fairly straightforward preparations and the whole evening is centered around the main meal. Here is how to throw your own...

Blizzards are part of winter life in a large part of the USA - and once in a while there's one big and bad enough to shut everything down. Instead of cursing the inconvenience, heed the old adage,...

Forgetting names is a common but embarrassing and sometimes insulting occurrence. Follow these simple steps and make a positive impression every time.

Don’t you hate it when you have a party or go to a party & people have pictures of you & you have pictures of them? Don’t you wish you all could have the same pictures? Well now you can....

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...

When my 84 year old Aunt tripped over her poodle the spring of 2005 we all thought that this would be the end of her. She spent months in "Rehab" which seemed to me like a nice word for...

"Pounce" is a fast-paced card game for two players or more. It combines the strategy of solitaire with the speed of "Spit". Great for rainy days during summer vacation!

Tired of sending the usual cupcakes, chips, & sodas to your child's school parties? Well here is a fun but healthy way to put a smile on a kid's face without it being the sugar :)