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Cheers to the New Year
10 must haves for a countdown party
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ALL THAT GLITTERS – Think sparkle and glam for your New Year ’s Eve
bash. Everything from dresses, ties, shoes, decorations, and wine bottles can
be glittered for the occasion.
NEW YEARS
TRIVIA
The top three places to be
on New Year’s Eve in the
US are:
THE KIDS WANT TO PLAY TOO! - Make sure you don’t forget to plan for
kids if any will be attending. Special kid approved snacks, sparkling juice,
games & activities should help to keep them busy until the countdown. (If
the kids aren’t attending, make sure you arrange for sitters well in advance
and have a backup plan.)
1. Las Vegas
2. Disney World
3. New Y
ork City
ACTIVITIES – It’s going to be a long night. As the host, you have to
make sure everyone is entertained or has something to do. Background
music will help set the tone while socializing, and having a variety of games
and activities on hand will provide for some other entertainment.
It is said that “Auld Lang
Syne” is one of the most
popular songs that nobody
knows the lyrics to.
Composed by Robert Burns
in the 1700’s, the name
means “old long ago” or
“the good old days.”
The ball lowering in Times
Square has been a
traditional ceremony since
December 31, 1907.
REFRESHMENTS –Guests will need provisions to make it through the
night, but there’s no need for an elaborate menu. Try an appetizer potluck
or create a spread of snacks, apps, and desserts on your own.
ILLUMINATION – Overhead lights can be harsh, energy draining
and plain ‘ole boring. Round up some string lights, candles or other
specialty lighting to set a festive atmosphere.
PHOTO OPS – In the day of selfies, instagram, and advanced camera phones,
giving your guests a festive photo backdrop or photo ops at your party is
sure to be embraced and add some fun to the party.
CARE PACKAGE – After a late night (and a few beverages), send your
guests home with a care package to help them through the next day.
Coffee or hot chocolate is a nice touch for their ride home while bottled water,
aspirin, alka seltzer, hair ties, chapstick, candy bars, and vitamin c drops are
all good ideas of things you can include for the next day.
BUBBLY BAR – New Year’s Eve is a time for champagne (and other
sparkling drinks). Take it to the next level and cre