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Family Parties
Created by QFL August 03, 2003

Objectives

• What are the objectives of this party?

• What individual or event is this party honoring?

• Is this party intended to be a celebration?

• If the party is for a person, how would he/she want to be honored?

• Does this person want a party?

The party

• What milestones or achievement did the guest of honor reach?

• What guests would the person of honor want at his or her party?

• What are the traditions or customary rituals that accompany similar parties?

• Is there a theme for the party?

• What activities will make the party more fun?

• What topics of conversation will enhance the party?

Guests

• What time of year would your desired guests be most available?

• What are the expectations of the guests?

• What is the best way to manage the expectations of the guests?

• Will this be an adult-only party, or are children included too?

• Are guests expected to bring presents?

• What is the appropriate dress/attire for this type of party?

 

Accommodations

• What accommodations are needed for the size and style of the party and guest list?

• What special accommodations would the guest of honor enjoy?

• What time of year would the desired facilities be most available?

• Where will out-of- town guests stay?

Food & Drink

• What beverages will be served?

• Do any of the guests have dietary restrictions that will need to be observed?

• What foods are seasonal for a party at this time of year?

• What type of foods would the guest of honor want at this party?

Preparations

• What things would best be done by a caterer?

• What type of food preparations are necessary?

• How much advance notice will I provide to the families living out-of-town?

• Would others be willing to help with the preparations?

• When will you contact guests about the party?

Time

• How much time is needed to prepare for this party?

• What is the time budget for this party?

Money

• What is the financial budget for this party?

• Does the guest of honor or the guests have specific expectations regarding the party?

• Are the guests expectations realistic?

• Would the guests be willing to contribute to the cost of the food?