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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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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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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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How To Welcome Road Weary Summer Guests

June 24, 2010 Appetizers

Here is a really refreshing way to welcome road weary guests to your home.  When guests arrive after a long drive serve them a summer treat to help them beat the heat.  The combination of lemon and strawberry is delicious and refreshing.
Here’s one of my favorite ways to use strawberries and lemon:
COCKTAIL: [...]

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S’mores Summer Party

June 21, 2010 Dessert

Here’s a great way to add some extra fun to the weekend and have fun this summer. Invite the neighbors over for a S’more Summer Party! This one’s really easy, you will only need to buy a few items: marshmallows, chocolate,  graham crackers and skewers.  Then add a few ghost stories [...]

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Hot Party Ideas for Summer – 10 Resources From Around the Web!

June 9, 2010 Summer

After surfing the web , I have put together links you’ll love for some of the hottest Summer Party Ideas around!

Easy Summer Party Menus – Dinner Party Recipes – Delish.com
Planning a summer party? We’ve got perfect menus for a grilling feast, an easy lunch, and a delicious dinner.

Summer Party Ideas – Backyard BBQ Ideas [...]

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Host A “Drop Dead Diva” Ladies’ Night Party!

June 3, 2010 Party Ideas

Looking for a simple, special and inexpensive way to host a DIVA style soiree for the girls?  Well, here is it – compliments of Lifetime Television’s Drop Dead Diva!
The economy is bad, the world is going broke – we hear it everyday in the news and feel the pain  in our own lives.   So [...]

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