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How to Host a Spooktacular Halloween Movie-Themed Party
Everyone loves a scary movie, and Hollywood has brought us plenty of them. From the Werewolf to demonic possession to creatures that creep in the deep or come from outer space, movies have helped shape what we think of as horror. Hosting a Halloween movie-themed party celebrates the monsters that keep us on the edge of our seats, year after year. So grab your cape and walk this way to get started on creating ...Beware of Gamers on Halloween - And the Dice They Roll in On!
WARNING! You May Not Be Able to Go Back to Scrabble! Sure, you can play Toss the Body Part or Bobbing For Apples or, heck, even Boo-opoly at your Halloween party, but what if you have some geeks ("Urr, we prefer to be called gamers, thank you") staring at you from beyond the half-empty bowl of cheesy Monster Fingers? We're not talking about nerds, those ...You’ve Got the Right Stuff – An 80’s Theme Party
Over twenty years later, we may no longer have to fight for our right to par-taaay, but that doesn't mean we should stop. Throwing an 80's Theme Party is a fun way to be nostalgic, whether it was for your teen years or your childhood. Yes, mullets and shoulder pads were terrible, but they make for easy to find and fun to put together costumes. If you want to throw a tubular 80's party, ...Throwing a Widow’s Ball
A Widow's Ball is the ultimate, gothic-themed night. Don your black and lace attire and get ready for a Halloween dinner party to remember. All the elements that go into planning a successful Widow's Ball are the same as a regular dinner party, just darker, spookier, and much creepier. To learn how to throw a memorable Widow's Ball event this Halloween, keep reading for great tips on invitations, decorations, and menu and gothic ...How To Throw a Black & White Ball
Invoke the glamor of early Hollywood films or simply the stunning graphic effect of a room filled with only black and white, and host a Black & White Ball! Great as a fundraiser or a memorable social event, the premise of a Black & White Ball is that guests are requested to only wear black and white. One of the most infamous Black & White Balls was hosted by author Truman Capote in 1966. Held ...How to Host a Phantom of the Opera Masquerade Ball
Create a night inspired by the tragic tale that is The Phantom of the Opera. It's one steeped in gothic design, love, tragedy, and terror – making it a perfect party theme for a haunting evening. This article has great tips on how to plan, prepare, and host a memorable Phantom of the Opera Masquerade Ball. Keep reading for great tips on everything from striking invitations to dark decorations. Invoking The Phantom - Your ...How to Throw a Pirate Party
Argh, matey, so ye' want to throw a pirate party, eh? Well then, everything you want to know is right here. Whether you're celebrating Talk Like a Pirate Day (Sep 19), hosting a pirate-themed Halloween party, or throwing a pirate's birthday bash, we'll cover it all! Keep reading for tips on pirate invitations, decorations, costumes, and menus. Pirate Invitations Start incorporating your pirate theme right from the very beginning – with your invitations. ...Halloween Party Planning Tips
Throwing a Halloween party looks so easy – just send out a few invites, throw a bowl of chips on the table and call it a night. Unfortunately, a lot of work can go into a successful party. If you're stuck for ideas or just need some help getting started, we can help. Keep reading for tips on how to choose a theme, work within that theme to make your life easier, and, of ...Building A Buffet Table - Think Up!
Present a Professional, Stylish Buffet Table Your Guests Will Flock To You've made a list of ghoulish goodies you want to make, grabbed Halloween decorations to use on the table, and set it all up. You stand back smiling at your handywork, thinking the table will look great. Then you see it finished. Suddenly, it hits you. Your food and decorations just don't look like the cool presentations you see in magazines and on tv. Your decorations look mountainous, ...Host a Halloween Block Party
In many neighborhoods around the country, people don't know their neighbors or are new and looking for ways to meet them. I don't think anyone would disagree that knowing your neighbors is a good thing, especially if you have kids or for everyone's general safety. In our hustle and bustle world, it's getting harder to get to know your neighbors with all the crazy work schedules and children's extra curicular activities, not to mention both ...
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