How to Plan a Party

First, decide what kind of party you want to have. It depends on your guests’ age, whether they know each other, and what occasion you are throwing your party for. Recall the parties you attended and what you liked most of all there.

If you organize a party for children, remember that somebody should look after them. For instance, you can invite a clown. He will not only entertain children, but also keep an eye on them.

When you have to organize a party for your family, for such occasions as an anniversary, relatives' arrival, or a family reunion, get prepared beforehand. Your closest people will probably want to see family photo albums, videos, etc to bring back nostalgic memories. You can make dishes following your favorite family recipes. Don't forget to have a group picture taken to recall this occasion at the next party.

You can be creative while organizing a party for young people or teenagers. First, you should decide on the theme of your party. Then choose appropriate place, decorations and other stuff. Today it’s a trend to organize different retro parties, for instance, a gangster party, or a 60s theme party, etc. You will have to get into the spirit of the chosen time period, find appropriate costumes and create a proper atmosphere.

A beach party is a good idea in the summertime. You can throw a pirate party or a Hawaiian party. In order to organize a pirate party you will need bandanas, blue and white striped pirate shirts, and a coffer where will you keep and cool drinks. Besides, you can make a treasure map which will help your guests look for the coffer. Swimsuits, bright summer clothing, tropical fruit and cocktails will do for a Hawaiian party. Dancing on sand will be a great Hawaiian party activity.

Take care of food beforehand. Chips, cookies, crackers, pizza, popcorn, fruit, sandwiches are the most popular party foods.

Don’t be afraid to be creative. Watch movies or look through photos which correspond to your party’s theme to learn other interesting ways to organize the party. Draw up a plan and menu not to forget something important.