If you can't make it to Hawaii this summer then bring the Luau home this summer with a fun summer party! Its so easy and fun, all you need to host a luau style party is a yard, tiki decor, chilled cocktails, summer music, and, of course, friends. Read on for the essential luau party blueprint plans.
1- Decor and Music
Think kitschy with palm trees, tikis, flowers, and paper lanterns. You can set the scene with a few bamboo torches and faux palm trees. Keep the decor minimal and add a little bit color. If you can afford it, buy
Archives for June, 2010
Thank Your Parents On Parents’ Day – July 25
by Jaclyn Abergas June 22nd, 2010 | Holiday Events, Presents
On the fourth Sunday of every July, we gather to recognize and commemorate the most overworked and underpaid workers who don't mind doing it, 24/7/365: our parents.
This year, 2010, Parents' Day falls on July 25. What will you do to honor your parents on this day?
1. Lazy Days
Do not let them do anything. Anything they want, get it for them. Need something at the store? No problem. You'll get it. Need to do something around the house? Do it for them. Do the chores without them having to tell you. They'll appreciate the day off.
2. Gifts
It's not enough to
This year, 2010, Parents' Day falls on July 25. What will you do to honor your parents on this day?
1. Lazy Days
Do not let them do anything. Anything they want, get it for them. Need something at the store? No problem. You'll get it. Need to do something around the house? Do it for them. Do the chores without them having to tell you. They'll appreciate the day off.
2. Gifts
It's not enough to
Tackling A 4th of July Party
by Jaclyn Abergas June 17th, 2010 | 4th of July
So you've decided to throw a 4th of July barbecue party, with complete families from the grandparents to the folks to the kids. Good luck.
But if you need help, here are some suggestions to keep everyone occupied while you tend the grill and wait for the fireworks.
Note: All these activities can be done by anyone in the family. Best to have teams with all groups (kids, parents, grandparents) represented.
United States Puzzle
Note: This takes some time to prepare as you will need a pre-drawn map of the US, as well as pre-cut figures of the US states.
Arrange the materials beforehand,
But if you need help, here are some suggestions to keep everyone occupied while you tend the grill and wait for the fireworks.
Note: All these activities can be done by anyone in the family. Best to have teams with all groups (kids, parents, grandparents) represented.
United States Puzzle
Note: This takes some time to prepare as you will need a pre-drawn map of the US, as well as pre-cut figures of the US states.
Arrange the materials beforehand,
Quality Time and Quality Gifts: Your Best Choices for Father’s Day
by Jane Wangersky June 15th, 2010 | Father's Day, Presents
It's time for the annual jokes about giving your father a tie -- so I thought it would be a good time to find out what Father's Day gifts dads have actually enjoyed getting over the years.
There were some surprises. Matthew Smith, a new father, says "I honestly love ties." Maybe your dad does, too -- you should know.
Most people's suggestions fell into one of two categories: Spending time with your father doing something he likes, or high quality gifts based on his interests.
Chris Beem, for example, says, "The year before my dad died I gave him a deep
There were some surprises. Matthew Smith, a new father, says "I honestly love ties." Maybe your dad does, too -- you should know.
Most people's suggestions fell into one of two categories: Spending time with your father doing something he likes, or high quality gifts based on his interests.
Chris Beem, for example, says, "The year before my dad died I gave him a deep
Summer Birthdays
by Jane Wangersky June 10th, 2010 | Birthdays
It's true, summer babies grow into kids who never get to take a birthday cake to school or wear a paper crown in class. And there are a lot of these kids -- last time they checked, August was the month with the highest number of births.
But a summer birthday has lots of advantages. You can point these out to your summer baby, and keep them in mind when you're planning the party.
But a summer birthday has lots of advantages. You can point these out to your summer baby, and keep them in mind when you're planning the party.
- There's no really big holiday like Christmas to take attention away from your birthday.
- You can invite real friends, not just anyone at school who might be hurt
