The planned BBQ and grilling may need to be moved indoors now.  And with less to do, the backyard may not be quite the focus as we had previously forecast for this holiday.  Movie theaters may be the happy beneficiaries of the inclement weather.

The class of 1988 still remembers that momentous occasion and one day the class of 2008 will be celebrating their 20th year reunion!  Sometimes you have the opportunity to celebrate multiple graduations and reunion years at the same event.

Throwing and outdoor or backyard party works very well for these occations.  Graduate paper party goods are the best way to decorate for this hybrid party: part formal, part informal.

For instance, there are often early morning commencement ceremonies that are followed by a series of party hopping type activities.

If graduation day is during the warm months which it usually but not always is, then the foods and refreshments should be in keeping with refrigeration limitations.

Also review your outdoor kitchen facilities.  A really good grill with basic counter space will go a long way to make feeding your guests easy.  An outdoor cabinet can house all sorts of things you’ll need while grilling and some grills have gas cooktops as well.  This can extend the range of food you’ll be able to serve your guests.

A little planning now and  you’ll have a lot of fun with your parties later.

  We have arranged for coffee, sweet rolls, bagels, etc. from 9 AM to 12 Noon. Look on the Convention Center walls for more information. We look forward to talking with you.

 Dress is casual, get your tickets at various inflatable vendor booths.
Ask for  party tickets, all are welcome.