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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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About Broadway Shows

By Love to Write

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Broadway shows are full of excitement, song, dance, and a theme that attracts patrons to buy a ticket to come see the show. Broadway shows exclusively represent the famed theater district of New York City. There are over thirty nine professional ... more »

About Formal Dinner Parties

By Mechele Pellebon

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Unlike celebrations of the past in which formal dining demanded fine china and food served by crisply uniformed butlers and maids, 21st century formal dinner parties require only a perfectly cooked meal and a flawlessly set table. Whether you ... more »

About Thank You Letters

By Meredith Kreisa

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Thank you notes are an important, polite courtesy. They serve as a pleasant way to show your appreciation for something or someone. Writing a thank you note is a quick, easy task that can yield positive results. A simple thank you note goes a ... more »

About Wine and Cheese Parties

By Naomi Judd

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Wine and cheese have always gone hand in hand. As wine critic Luigi "Gino" Veronelli (1926-2004) said, "The flavor of a food almost always reveals the quality of a wine and exalts it. In turn, the quality of a wine complements the pleasure of a ... more »

Baby Shower Memory Games

By Angela Atkinson

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A baby shower is a rite of passage for first-time moms and is a wonderful way to celebrate the impending birth of a new baby. To make the experience unforgettable for the parents-to-be, plan inventive and fun games to create fantastic memories ... more »

Facts on Face Painting

By Ariana Cherry-Shearer

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Face painting is a fun activity that has been around for years. This fun activity began many thousands of years ago by tribes who used it to identify themselves. Today, face painting is used all over the world to entertain kids. The art of ... more »

Fishing Theme Parties

By Tricia Goss

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If your little one is hooked on trying to catch the big one, bring that hobby home. You can have a fishing theme birthday party for your child that will be easy on your wallet, not too taxing to organize and oceans of fun for your child and her ... more »

Glitter Tips for Face Painting

By expertvillage

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Here are some tips on how to add glitter to face paintings for your party in this free video clip... more »

Hollywood Party Theme

By Angela Atkinson

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Theme parties are always a hit with any crowd. If you're looking for an exciting party idea, consider throwing a Hollywood-themed party. There are many stylish and entertaining ways to pull off this type of party. Your friends will be impressed ... more »

How to Appreciate Classic Salsa

By mchapman

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Classic Salsa is not something you eat. It is probably the best form of music out there. Incorporating the beat(ra ta,ta,ta, ta) of the music with the heart of the listener it will have you and your guest wanting to get up and dance. Classic ... more »

How to Arrange a Kids' Crafts Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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If your kids are envious of the time you spend crafting with friends, let them express their own creativity by arranging a crafts party just for them. Try these methods to host an inexpensive party that also gives you the opportunity to use some ... more »

How to Arrange Meals at a Family Reunion

By Bobbi Holmes

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If you are planning a one day family reunion, the traditional pot luck is a fairly easy and inexpensive way to feed the entire family. But, if you are planning a family reunion vacation, where there will be four or more (or less) dinners, then ... more »

How to Arrange Proper Security for a Rave Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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If you have decided to throw a rave, you need to think about keeping the people who attend your party safe. You should always arrange proper security for a rave... more »

How to Attend a Rave

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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Raves are parties where the music flows and the lights flash. The enclosed parties generally pack in several hundred partiers. While raves are traditionally known for open drug use, there is no need to use drugs in order to attend a rave party. ... more »

How to Attend Carnivals in Milwaukee

By AMidnitewriter

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Looking for some outdoor family fun this summer in Milwaukee? Why not attend a carnival complete with music, rides, food, beverages and games. Some are often as unique as being held in an unusual environment such as a quarry, church, or even a ... more »

How to Avoid a Hangover

By classicalgeek

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Many of us go to parties or a club and really pay for it the next day--but you don't have to! A hangover is caused by dehydration. In order to avoid a hangover, you must stay hydrated and slow down the rate at which you consume alcohol, and slow ... more »

How to Avoid Gaining Weight During The Holidays

By Kate J

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The holidays are a very comforting time of year with good family, friends, and wonderful dinners. With the wonderful dinners, however, comes the uncomfortable feeling of weight gain and something that many people have to worry about. Here are ... more »

How to be a beer pong champion

By spencd1011

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Most college students have either played beer pong or at least know what it is. It is probably the most popular drinking game at any college you will go to. Unfortunately most people cannot call themselves beer pong champions. With champion ... more »

How to Be a Good Dancer at a club

By Elena Rusnac

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Every weekend, you go with your friends to clubs but you sit down for the most part of the night. If you feel that you don't have what it takes to be a good dancer at a club, you're wrong. With few techniques, you can evolve yourself 180 degrees... more »

How to Be A Good Guest

By AuthorAndrea

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Benjamin Franklin said, "Fish and guests stink after three days." Is this true of you? Do you really know what's expected of you as a guest? Would you like to have some guidelines? Here are some ideas in that direction..... more »

How to Be a Good Guest at a Cocktail Party

By eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor

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There are steps you can take to insure you're the perfect party guest, one who gets invited back to enjoy future gatherings. Along with basic good manners, your attitude and behavior will make you an enjoyable party guest at your next cocktail party... more »

How to be a Good Neighbor

By jbloms1335

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It is important to be a good neighbor to the homes around you. There are just a few simple things you can do that will make a big difference. Being a good neighbor will only bring your block together to help each other out... more »

How to Be a Good Party Guest

By Emma Riley Sutton

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Don’t be a party pooper. You certainly don’t want to be “one of those people” that are removed from party guest lists. It isn’t a choice between being a party pooper or a wall flower who smiles occasionally and ... more »

How to Be a Good Party Guest

By Gottaloveit

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Every host appreciates a gracious guest - who doesn't love someone who offers to help? By following the ideas in this article, you will become invaluable as a guest and will receive many more party invitations! Who doesn't love THAT?!.. more »

How to Be a Gracious Summer Host

By Hapworth

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Summer means friends and family visiting from afar. Make their time with you enjoyable and memorable by being a gracious summer host... more »