Hosting guides & invitation tips
When to send invitations, what to write on them, how to get people to RSVP, and practical planning for showers, birthdays, weddings and every party in between.
Out-of-Town Guests: What Information to Send and When
Guests who travel need more notice and more detail than guests who live across town.
Potluck, Catered or Cooked Yourself: Choosing How to Feed Your Guests
The right food plan depends on your headcount, your budget and how much time you have on the day.
How to Handle 'Maybe' RSVPs Without Losing Your Headcount
A maybe is not a yes or a no, but you can turn it into a number you can plan around.
Inviting Guests With Accessibility Needs: What to Ask and What to Say
A few details on the invitation and one open question go a long way toward making everyone comfortable.
Planning a Christening or Baptism Celebration: Guests, Timing and Food
The ceremony sets the schedule, so plan the guest list and the meal around it.
Hosting an Open House Party: How to Invite Guests for a Drop-In
A drop-in party works best when guests know the window, the food and how long to stay.
Planning a Hanukkah Party: Timing, Food and Inviting Guests
Eight nights give you flexibility, but the date, the food and who is invited still need a plan.
Christmas Party Invitations: When to Send and What to Say
December calendars fill early, so the timing of your invitation matters as much as the wording.
Starting a Book Club, Supper Club or Game Night That Lasts
A practical plan for launching a recurring group and keeping people coming back after the first few meetings.
Neighborhood Block Party Planning: Food, Sign-Ups and Turnout
A street full of neighbors means a wider guest list, more moving pieces, and no single household in charge of everything.
Planning a Family or Class Reunion: Finding People and RSVPs
A practical order of operations for tracking down old contacts, agreeing on a date, and getting a real headcount.
Client Appreciation Events: Guest List, Timing and Follow-Up
A practical plan for deciding who gets invited, when to send it, and how to follow up so the goodwill actually lasts.