First oFF, would you go to a party like that?  I am inviting my Friends and their parents (I'm 17).  Any ideas about what Food I serve, what everyone should do,  how long it should last, etc.  I would appreciate any answers!
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I think people would go to a party like that, because it's a party (people like parties) and it's for a good cause (regardless of your politics).\nFood: whatever you want.  Maybe some red, white, and blue themed stuff.\nActivities: hang out, listen to music, watch a movie, play some games... whatever you think would be fun.\n\nHow long: once again, your call, you know these people.  Maybe a few hours?
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Oh I love parties!!     List every single thing that you  need, even if you think that there is no way that you would forget it.  List food and beverages-exactly what you want to have.   List things that you need to get  plates, forks, napkins, ice etc.   Don't forget to have a camera!!!   Go over what you have to do in order to get the place ready for it.   Ask people to give you a hand with it. Give your self enough time. It's also easier to make sure you get everything if you break it down into different trips, instead of loading up all at once.  If you will be outside at night at all, have citronella candles to keep bugs away..     Party ON
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Girls LOVE planning parties.....happy 13th!  Get a piece of paper, write in the time from now until then, and fill in what you want to do during these times, and what it takes to do them...it's a snap!   Caterers?  Won't you have parental help?  This post makes me think of my daughter
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An old girlfriend and I actually discussed doing this...putting an ad in Craigslist and asking for 4 different couples (didn't matter the relationship) to come for dinner. In the responses, we wanted to know WHY they should be the ones invited, and HOW they would make the dinner more interesting. (We were NOT looking for anything sexual or drug related).\n\nWe never did it...but talked about it alot. Who would have shown up? What would the conversation have been? Political? Economic? Music? Travel? Prejudices? Books? War? Would any of the couples have ended up as friends with us? Or with each other? Would it have been a complete disaster???\n\nI still wonder....
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Let your parents know how important this banquet is to you and stress the fact that it is only for one day and you can spend the rest of the time with your aunt and uncle.  It might help if you can come up with something fun you can do with your aunt and uncle while they are here.  Show your parents that you really do care about your aunt/uncle and spending time with them, but you would also like to do something fun with your friends too.  I see no reason why you can't do both and hopefully your parents will see that too.
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Hey buddy. I read your reply to my question. Can you email me. I want to ask you something. Just one thing.\n\nI see you don't allow emails. So can you email me.\n\nI say celebrate it with your family. I have a lot of friends but on birthdays, I am at home. There is noone to match your parents.\n\nI believe heaven for me is in my mother's heels.
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They Dance and hangout.  You have never been to a party.  Well I am far from rich and when we have parties we just throw on the stereo.  With 15,000 you should have a live band definately.  Have a cover band.  And a good light show.
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bride..and best wishes!!\nif you wanted to try and include your parents on the invite, you could do: Suzy and Tom, together with their parents, request your presence...
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For my daughter we had a pizza/karaoke/slumber party and everyone had a great time. It was the funnest party she ever had. You could also do a throwback party like a 50's sock hop complete with burgers and milkshakes and show the movie Grease, or a 70's hippie party or disco and have veryone come in costume, or an 80's rocker party.
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make a party!! invite us all!!\n\nI'll bring chips and coke\n\nwill have a blast! :)
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I think everyone is invited. It depends on the party you're going to. Some are really exclusive and may have some requirements as to age. Best to look around first and find out. Try going to www.cuddleparty.com
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I just went to a "surprise" housewarming party.  The couple with the new house were taken out for a few hours by other friends and we all met there in time for there return.  We all brought a gift-food dish and beverage all to share.  The couple was ecstatic--everything was great and with all of us chipping in there were plenty of food gifts and drinks.  The couples family set up a treasure hunt for them too--it was fun to watch.  Also if you can get into the house without your sister you can plan a trivia for the guest. Ask quesions like "how many  electrical outlets are in the house?" or " What brand refrigerator do they have?".  Maybe supply little gifts like candles and suchfo the winners.  Don't stress too much chances are pelple will enjoy being in eachothers company and making new memories in the new home.  (Note: Disposable cameras!!)
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what i find to be fun is all of you cooking something for dinner (depending on the age of the children)....getting everyone involved makes for fun and excitement...if the kids are between 7 and 12 take the time to plan a kid friendly (adults must get used to the kids taste buds sometimes too!) menu like mini pizzas on english muffins, cut up fruit, smoothies and other finger foods are always fun....throw a blanket on the floor and have an indoor picnic, get some board games and interact!  FUN FUN FUN!!
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Friends, that's the best birthday present I've ever received. Every year, they would throw me a surprise party. It's not really a "surprise" anymore, since they do it every year. But I always love it, their the best! Oh, and Happy birthday. Hope it's a good one!
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Go out instead and meet these people somewhere.Everyone knows parents are jerks. They will understand. Or else maybe your Mom will work with you if you scale it down. Chips and soda and some good music can make a great party
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I don't want to brag, but I threw the best bachelorette party for my best friend. It was an 80s themed party -- and we dressed from head to toe in proper 80s attire. We also wore black veil head bands to morn our loss, and made her a white one.\n\nSince everyone was not yet acquainted with each other, we made penis name tags. I cut them on white tag board and the girls had to color the penis to represent them. I'm a teacher, so mine had apple balls and a ruler shaft.\n\nWe went to Red Robin for dinner and made an all 80s toast to Cheryl in front of everyone. "May Conor always wake you up before he go - gos."\n\nWe had a digital camera - scavenger hunt for wedding related things at the shopping mall (proposal from the Tiffany's secruity guard). At home, we played 1980s cherades and a home-made 1980s pictionary. \n\nWe served Cheryl's favorite food, went to her favorite restaurant, and even changed her favorite games to fit her.\n\nAnd the best thing we did, was have each guest send us notes on the best parts of Cheryl. Some were funny stories and some were touching memories. "This is the kind of relationship you hold onto." We decorated the house with them and it was so special.\n\nHave a great party! And remember to make it what the bride would want, not necessarily what you would want!
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I once used my kids age as a theme for the party "12" I hid numbers in balloons 1-100 some would have stupid slang jokes in them...the one with the number "12" was the lucky balloon. The winner recieved a dollar store purchased fm radio...dollar store is a great place to find little pre teen gadgets for low prices...cd players blah blah\n\nU also had to come to the party wearing "12" of the same object-hats, buttons, etc the most creative one a prize...this kills a lot of time...the voting-catwalk runway show lol...it's really funny what kids do when put on the spot!\n\n12 chiars for musical chairs "of course we played hip hop or LP" to make them feel a bit  more grown up and not  so childish about the game.\n\nlast but not least "12" eating hotdog contest...if u could eat 12 u won the ultimate prize...once agian, a kill some time game!  "I can't remember what the gift was...but it was cheap and most of the kids wish they would have won it. \n\nWell good luck-hope I helped a little bit.