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Graduation Get-togethers
Fabulously Fun Open House Ideas By Lisa Marie Metzler
If you're tech savvy or know a relative who is, create a slide show that shows the graduate's growth and highlights of their school and home life. Don't forget the token naked baby picture!
A Polaroid camera is an excellent way to create an instant photo album for the graduate. Have permanent markers handy so the guests can write a short caption on the picture.
peripheral friends even a little later," Sachs says. "This way food can be put out in waves to keep the tables fresh, and certain activities can be scheduled to match the crowd." Just be sure to write the specific time on the invitation, so you are not confusing guests who may compare invites. Order your party supplies early and reserve rental chairs, tables, canopies, etc., early. Include an R.S.V.P. with your invitation to plan for food and seating.
Outdoor games like volleyball, horse shoes, croquet andactivities like piatas and bingo are fun for all ages. Fun in the sun creates thirsty guests, so have plenty of cold drinks available. Wheel barrows, plastic kiddy pools and large buckets placed in the shade keep drinks accessible for the guests. Purchase extra large garbage cans with clean liners on the inside bottom to keep clean-ups fast and easy.