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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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