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Christmas Party Planning
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If planning the annual Christmas party provides more stress than
fun, you're going to need to make some changes. Use this online
party planning guide to simplify your holiday routine and plan a
festive Christmas party for adults.
Get Organized
Keep checklists for all of the things you need to accomplish for
your party. Put the most important things at the top and
consider leaving off anything that's not completely necessary.
Clean Your Fridge
It's not a fun thing to do, but if your refrigerator is cleaned
out, it will provide much needed room for food and drinks. Have
a cooler on hand (with ice) for any extra food that won't fit in
the fridge.
Keep Snacks Simple
Skip the holiday hors d'oeuvres and set out meat, cheese and
vegetable trays from the supermarket. Provide olives, pickles,
crackers and dip.
Provide Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Have traditional drinks such as coffee, hot chocolate, eggnog,
cappuccino and punch available for those who don't drink
alcohol.
Have Your Party Catered
Call your local deli or catering company with a list of food you
will need for your party. The expense may be well worth the
extra time and relief it provides.
Make it a Group Effort
Ask for help and you shall receive. Surprisingly, it often
doesn't occur to some people to bring some goodies or pitch in
and help. They can't read your mind, so speak up! Clean up is a
snap if you provide some extra treats for those who stay to help
you clean after the party.
Plan Some Entertainment
Whether it's Christmas caroling or crafts for kids, have some
fun stuff in mind to make your party memorable. Get started with
activity ideas for
children or adults.
Rent a Room
Consider having your holiday meal in a restaurant or convention
room. This way, you won't have to do the clean up and guests
won't overstay their welcome.
Have a Gift Exchange
Set dollar limits if you're planning a Christmas gift exchange.
Make this optional for guests and consider a theme, such as
gag-gifts.
Hang Some Mistletoe
While it's probably not a good idea for an office party, it's
especially fun for a get-togethers with friends. Adults will
enjoy the laughs and it will probably ease any tension.
Have Fun
Don't knock yourself out trying to make the party perfect. When
people begin to arrive, switch from "work" mode to "party" mode.
The best hosts and hostesses are ones that relax and mingle with
the guests.
Be Responsible
Don't let any guests drink and drive. Quit serving drinks an
hour before the party ends and have a designated driver or
taxicab company # handy for those who overindulge.
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