Come on in – the water's fine! And while you're at it, invite a few good friends...and make it the kick-off-the-summer party you've dreamed of. But before putting on that hot new two-piece you picked up last spring, read our guidelines on how to host the best, most rockin' pool party of the summer. Invitations That Make a Splash Make invitations by downloading free clipart. Include imagery such as beach balls, sunglasses and bathing suits. ...

Summer is upon us and that means that it’s time for some outdoor fun. This means most of the birthday parties that we hold for our kids will be out in the sun. So why not combine their favorite Disney theme with an outdoor type of party? This is actually easy to execute and makes for a really fun get together. Though not every Disney theme may work, there are some that make for the ...

Spring is the perfect time to host a party! The weather is warming up, people can fulfill their desire to be outside, and the beauty and amazement of summer is just around the corner. There’s one thing that can be a downfall to spring however and it can cause a lot of disappointment when it comes to outdoor events - spring happens to bring a lot of rain. Though this can initially be a ...

The weather is warming up and so that means that people want to get outside as much as possible. Being outside is such a treat on a daily basis, and happens to make a perfect backdrop for a party. A fantastic environment for a birthday party is a park, and it can serve well for kids of all ages. There are some things to keep in mind, but if you plan it out well, you ...

Spring has sprung and you know what that means—time for a backyard barbecue! There is nothing that celebrates warm weather more than firing up the grill. It’s a way to celebrate warmer temperatures and get out there to grill up your favorite meals. It’s also an excellent way to bring friends together and enjoy some time outside. So if you are itching to get outside and enjoy the warmer temperatures, consider going with the perfect ...

Most garden parties are "adult affairs," but kids can enjoy a garden party just for them.  Especially, there's lots of opportunities to take home some fun crafts when the party's done!  Here are creative ideas to make your garden party fun for the tots. Grow a Grassman Kids enjoy cutting the grass - that is, until they have mower duty.  Let kids make a fun "grassman" to take home from their party. Materials: Potting soil Grass seed Cups to decorate Glue Googly ...

Spring has sprung, and your kids are probably anxious to rush outside and play, play, play. Take advantage of this active time to host your child's party outdoors. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind. Where to Have the Party If you have plenty of back yard space at your own house, host the party right at home. In some ways, things can't be easier; there's no transporting of food and most of your ...

A Backyard Bonfire Party calls for Backyard Bonfire Treats!  Here are some ooey-gooey and fun snacks to serve at your next cookout party. Campfire Sweets S'mores BuffetTraditional s'mores are made from two graham crackers, a piece of chocolate, and a toasted marshmallow.  What we do is build our s'mores complete and place on a pie iron. Then just hover it over the fire. You can also spice ...

The warm weather is here. This means, the lyrics "Chest nuts roasting by an open fire" has been replaced by "hotdogs roasting in a backyard fire pit ..." Yup, this means lots of people will be holding bonfire parties in their backyards.  Fire + party + lots of people = disaster waiting to happen? Hopefully not!  Follow these tips to make sure you have a fun and SAFE backyard bonfire party. Safety First During Bonfire Parties ALWAYS ...

That's it, I've had enough of winter! Christmas is over, the bills are coming in, and the tree is gone. It's all so chilly and depressing here - and where I live, winter isn't even half way over. Luckily, every few years, there's a week in January known as the "Pinapple Express," where a warm southerly breeze swoops into town, raising temperatures to slightly ...