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Throwing A Great Party
Whether you want to host a full sit down dinner or an 80’s disco we’ve got all the information you need to make your party a roaring success, which your friends will be talking about for years to come! From advice on creating the right ambience, venue and menu planning, to easy ways to clean up afterwards, you’ll find it all here. You might also like to look at Be Single & Happy, Tailgating, Cleaning 

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How To Host A Green Event

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How To Host A Clothing Swap Party

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How To Be The Perfect Host

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How To Clean Up Party Chaos

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Questions Answered by our Experts

Charlie Scola
Charlie Scola-Event Planner, Charlie Scola Catering
Meet the Expert 
Party Planning Basics 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is a 'party'? 
  3. What are the key ingredients for an exceptional party? 
  4. What is an 'event planner'? 
  5. How should I 'plan' my party? 
Party Budget 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. How much should I spend on my party? 
  3. What are the essential costs of a great party? 
  4. How can I budget for my party? 
  5. What unexpected costs can come with a party? 
  6. How can I save on invitations? 
  7. How can I save on the party venue? 
  8. How can I save on party rentals? 
  9. How can I save on food for my party? 
  10. How can I save on beverages for my party? 
  11. How can I save on flowers for my party? 
  12. How can I save on the photographer for my party? 
  13. How can I save money on the band or disc jockey for my party? 
Party Safety 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What safety issues should I consider when planning my party? 
  3. What safety equipment should I have for my party? 
  4. What safety factors should I consider when 'powering up' my party? 
Party Scheduling 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What should I consider when planning the date of my party? 
  3. What should I consider when planning the time of my party? 
  4. What factors should I consider when determining the length of my party? 
  5. Should I make a schedule for my party? 
Party Themes 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is a party's 'theme'? 
  3. What are tips for finding a great party theme? 
  4. How do I choose the right theme for my party? 
  5. What are some examples of party themes? 
  6. What details should I consider when choosing my party's theme? 
  7. What is a 'dinner party'? 
  8. What is a 'cocktail party'? 
Party Venues 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is a party's 'venue'? 
  3. What should I consider when choosing the venue for my party? 
  4. What is a party's 'layout'? 
  5. How should I layout my party? 
  6. How can I make space for my party? 
  7. What should I consider regarding the size of the venue? 
  8. How should I configure the seating arrangements for my party? 
  9. What factors should I consider when arranging tables for a cocktail party? 
  10. What venues should I consider when planning my party? 
  11. What fees should I consider when choosing my party's venue? 
  12. What is a venue's 'capacity'? 
Party Vendors 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is a 'vendor' when it applies to planning a party? 
  3. What should I consider when choosing vendors for my party? 
  4. Why should I make sure a party vendor is insured? 
  5. What should I consider when choosing party rental companies? 
  6. What should I consider when choosing the bakery for my party? 
  7. What should I consider when choosing caterers? 
  8. What should I consider when choosing the entertainment for my party? 
Party Invitations 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is an 'invitation'? 
  3. What should I consider when choosing invitations? 
  4. What is a 'save the date' notice? 
  5. When should I send the invitations to my party? 
  6. What should I include on my party invitations? 
  7. What should I consider when designing invitations? 
  8. What should I consider when choosing stamps for my invitations? 
  9. How do I advise guests about attire? 
  10. What is an 'RSVP'? 
  11. Should I include an RSVP card in the invitation? 
  12. Should my invitations be handwritten? 
  13. What is the difference between a 'formal invitation' and an 'informal invitation'? 
Menu Planning For Parties 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is a party's 'menu'? 
  3. What should I consider when planning the menu for my party? 
  4. What should I consider when choosing the beverages for my party? 
  5. How can I make space for food storage? 
  6. How do I avoid spoilage and spills when picking up food? 
  7. How do I keep food fresh for my party? 
  8. When should I serve the food? 
  9. What is a 'sit-down dinner'? 
  10. What is a 'buffet dinner'? 
  11. How do I choose between a sit-down dinner and a buffet? 
  12. How much food should I provide each guest? 
  13. How can I keep my hot dishes warm during my party? 
  14. Is it appropriate to serve food if I am throwing a cocktail party? 
  15. What type of menu should I consider for a children's party? 
  16. What type of menu should I consider for a dinner party? 
  17. What is a 'toast' at a party? 
  18. Is it appropriate for me to propose a toast at my own party? 
  19. Is it appropriate for me to offer a toast when I am a guest? 
  20. What are some tips for conducting the perfect toast? 
  21. What is a 'potluck' dinner? 
  22. What should I consider when deciding whether to have a potluck dinner? 
Party Ambience 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is the 'ambience' of my party? 
  3. What should I consider when setting the ambience for my party? 
  4. What should I consider when choosing decorations for my party? 
  5. What should I consider when setting lighting for my party? 
  6. What should I consider when choosing music for my party? 
  7. What should I consider when choosing flowers for my party? 
  8. What are 'props' for my party? 
Party Presentation 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. What is the 'table presentation' of my party? 
  3. What should I consider when choosing table coverings for my party? 
  4. Should I use cloth or paper table coverings at my party? 
  5. What type of plates should I use for my party? 
  6. Should I use cloth or paper napkins at my party? 
  7. What sort of drink-ware should I provide at my party? 
  8. What sort of utensils should I provide at my party? 
  9. Where should I place the buffet at my party? 
  10. How should I decorate the buffet table at my party? 
  11. How should I organize food on the buffet table at my party? 
  12. What is a 'chafing dish'? 
  13. What should I consider when choosing chafing dishes for my party? 
  14. Where should I put the bar at my party? 
  15. How should the bar be stocked for my party? 
  16. Do I need to have a bartender? 
  17. How do I set up the bar at my party? 
  18. Is it ok for me to act as bartender at my own party? 
  19. What is a 'self-service bar'? 
  20. What should I consider when deciding whether to have a 'self-service' bar at my party? 
  21. What is a 'cash bar'? 
  22. What is an 'open bar'? 
  23. What should I consider when deciding between a cash and open bar for my party? 
Party Planning: The Big Day 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. Should I greet my guests as they arrive? 
  3. How can I get my guests involved with the party? 
  4. What are 'party games'? 
  5. Should I have party games at my party? 
  6. What party games should I have at my party? 
  7. Should I ask for volunteers to help at my party? 
  8. What is the best way to deal with an unruly guest at my party? 
  9. What is the best way to deal with an intoxicated guest? 
  10. What is a 'coat check'? 
  11. Should I have a coat check at my party? 
  12. How do I deal with the trash from my party? 
  13. What can I do to make my party 'green'? 
  14. What preparations should I make to the bathroom before a party? 
  15. How should I prepare my mind and body for the party? 
  16. What are some tips for dealing with the stress of a big party? 
Party Aftermath 
  1. Charlie Scola
  2. How do I return rentals and avoid penalties? 
  3. How should I handle cleanup after my party? 
  4. Is it appropriate to send thank-you cards to guests after my party? 

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