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Back To School Night Party – Cocktails and Cupcakes

August 30, 2010 Fall

Go to the head of the class and invite your friends over for a Back To School Night party.  Celebrate September with cupcakes and cocktails and get an “A” for a simple and special idea. Make it a ladies night and toast to another school year.  Go with an apple theme, teachers are not the [...]

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Easy Backyard BBQ: Grilled Sausage, Peppers and Onions

August 20, 2010 BBQ

Grilled Italian sausage, peppers and onions is classic combination and a perfect choice for an easy backyard BBQ.  It you need a break from hamburgers and hot dogs, mix it up Italian style and mangia!  You can grill everything together and then serve it up on the same platter.  Let guests dish it up the [...]

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Summer Celebration – Outdoor Movie Night!

August 12, 2010 4 The Kids

There’s no better time for Movie Night than summer! With warm weather and the kids home from school, you can take the party outdoors and call action when the sun goes down – two reasons, movie night makes for a spectacular Summer Celebration. Show a good movie, create a simple [...]

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Peach Watermelon Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

August 11, 2010 Appetizers

Here is a delicious no cook salsa recipe for your next cookout. Start with sweet watermelon and peach, then soup it up with mint and onion to create a blend of flavors that is really out of this world. Since all the ingredients are in season, you can really enjoy the fresh fruit taste. [...]

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Taste of Summer Party!

August 10, 2010 Summer

Host a Summer Tasting Party this month to celebrate all the fresh fruits and produce that are available this time of year .  A family-friendly idea with make-ahead treats to keep things simple.  Invite friends and family over to taste the treasures of summer like, tomatoes, cucumbers, peaches, watermelon and of course a little BBQ.  [...]

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Summer “No-Cook” Dinner Party!

August 9, 2010 Summer

Look what I found!  A No-Cook Dinner Party Menu from Taste.com Australia.  This is a sensational summer menu that doesn’t involve your stove! You can make these easy no-cook recipes and host a sit down dinner for 6 friends that’s simple yet special.  I love the light fare for a hot summer night and [...]

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5 Budget-Friendly Secrets from Chelsea Clinton’s Wedding For Your Party!

August 3, 2010 Party Ideas

As the details emerge about Chelsea Clinton’s wedding festivities, I am more and more impressed. I usually refrain from celebrity party blogging here, but I do want to share a few items of note.  It seems so much of what Chelsea Clinton opted for was simple and special. Although for obvious reason, things were done [...]

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Funnel Cakes – Sweet Summer Treat!

July 13, 2010 Dessert

Trying always to be cognizant of what goes into successful entertaining—I have become an observer and student of everything around me.
One reoccurring theme I continue to note is the rule: keep it simple and special. This past weekend, I found an example of this I would love to share: my [...]

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3 HOT Ideas for the 4th of July!

June 28, 2010 Centerpieces

Here are 3 of my favorite decorating ideas from the fabulous 15 you can find at GoodHousekeeping.com this month!  Party like a patriot and get the red, white and blue pumping through your guests’ veins.   With these special touches, everyone will feel the spirit of the holiday and you can be FREE to enjoy [...]

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Cool Treat For The 4th of July!

June 27, 2010 Dessert

I love this simple and special dessert idea for the Fourth of July.  You will need some freezer space so make sure to allow for that ahead of time.  Nothing beats ice cream on a hot day and this is a really cool way to serve it up in patriotic style.  For more great recipes [...]

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