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Party planning organizer makes things easier

Everyone loves a party, but planning one can be daunting. From the guest list to grocery shopping, you need a strategy to get it done. Use the organizer below to help you stay on track.

Three weeks before:

• Plan your guest list and send out invitations. U.S. Mail, phone calls and e-mail are all options.

• Take inventory. Do you have enough chairs, tables and dishes? Make plans to rent or borrow what you don't have. Or, choose to use disposables.

• Plan the menu and prepare the shopping list. Note which foods can be made ahead and frozen.

Two weeks before:

• Plan your decorations and centerpieces. Consider adding a festive flourish to your table with edible topiaries that are not only fun decorations, but help you serve food, too. Instructions are available at www.styrofoamcrafts. com.

• Prepare foods that can be frozen.

• Choose the party music.

One week before:

• Contact guests who have not yet RSVP'd.

• Shop for non-perishables and store them in a convenient place.

• Clear away clutter and create space for a crowd. If necessary, hire a cleaning service.

• Make room in the closet for coats.

Two days before:

• Set the table with linens and serving pieces.

• Shop for perishables and prepare remaining menu items.

• Create your decorations.

• Set up the bar and beverage area.

Final advice:

Ask friends and family to help out. And, enjoy the party!
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