party planning

Family Fun

Robots and rocket ships birthday party

If your little guy loves robots or is obsessed with space, this robots and rocket ships birthday party might just knock his socks...

Cookbooks

Cookbook review: Friends at My Table by Alice Hart

Any time of year is the right time for a gathering. Alice Hart shows how to host a great get-together in her new cookbook.

Entertaining Checklists & Tips

15 Party must-haves for your next big bash

A reason to party can happen at a moment's notice, and it's best to be ready. Have these items on hand to throw a rockin' party in...

Entertaining Checklists & Tips

Planning a party with your phone

The perfect party planning tool is in the palm of your hand. Use your Windows Phone to plan every aspect of your party, from start...

Activities for Kids

How to host a Valentine's Day party for kids

Hosting a Valentine's Day party for your child and their friends can be a whole lot of fun with a little preparation. We have...

Dating Dos & Don'ts

How to throw an anti-Valentine's Day party for your single friends

Single this Valentine's Day? Awesome! That's the perfect excuse to put together a shindig for your single friends. A few ideas for...

Party Planning

Entertaining tips for the new year

Just because the holiday-themed get-togethers will become a thing of the past with the new year doesn’t mean your party-throwing...

Wine & Cocktail Recipes

Expert wine and food picks for your election night entertaining

Whether this year's election night is a cause for celebration or the creator of four years of angst, throwing an election night...

Family Activities

How to throw a kid-friendly Election Day party

On November 6, 2012, the entire nation will be watching as we choose the next president of the United States of America. There's no...

Entertaining

Spirited wines for Halloween

Don’t just serve up plain old vino at your Halloween bash. Get in the spirit with one of these aptly-named wines, sure to be a...

Entertaining Menus & Recipes

Cake ball brains with oozing cherry blood

Whether you're hosting an adults-only costume party or a spooky kid-friendly bash, these zombie-themed Halloween treats will be a...

Organizing & Cleaning

How to organize for a large party

The holidays are quickly approaching and, for many of us who like to entertain, it’s time to open our doors to family and friends....

Entertaining

The best ways to plan a party on a budget

Throwing the perfect party is a labor-intensive adventure with a huge payout. When your friends enjoy themselves, there’s a certain...

Party Planning

Tips to host an Olympics opening ceremonies party

If you can't take off across the pond to participate in the festivities surrounding the opening ceremonies of the Olympics, never...

Family Activities

Fourth of July celebrations for families

Celebrate Fourth of July with these fun family activities, amazing recipes, spectacular party ideas and more.

Party Planning

5 ways to create a memorable meal gathering

Entertaining at home is one of my very favorite things. I especially love it when it’s warm outside and the grilling is easy! Here...

Super Mom Tips

Summer party-planning cheat sheet

Summer is just around the corner. Ready to get your party on? Celebrate the season with these easy and elegant summer party-planning...

Family Activities

How to host an Easter party for kids

Though Easter might not be the most common day to host a kids' party, it certainly can be fun. With the spring weather, Easter egg...

More Living

Tips for hosting a beer tasting party

Sure, you've heard of wine tastings and pairing parties with fancy cheese and sausage, but what about all those beer lovers who'd...

Single Girls' Guide

How to throw the perfect anti-Valentine's Day party!

Valentine’s Day – aka, the single gal’s most dreaded day of the year – has returned. It’s time to round up all your bitter single...

Tweens, Teens & College

Valentine's Day party ideas for teens

Valentine's Day is right around the corner. If your teen is hosting a Valentine's Day party in your home, follow these tips and...