Summer Ideas for Hosting the Perfect Pool Party

Guest Blog #110, Entry #573, June 30, 2011

With summer in full swing, it’s no wonder congregating around the pool and entertaining family and friends is exciting around this time of year. Today, my Guest Blogger gives tips for hosting the perfect pool party this season.

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As the warm weather approaches the pool parties will be beginning. Looking to throw a great pool party? There are a few things to take into account. Being a host to a pool party is work but it is not as hard as many imagine.

Host the perfect pool party this summer

Be sure to remind guests to bring their swimsuits as well as towels.

Having your guests bring their own towels will give you a break in not having to worry about if you have enough towels and the problem of washing them after the party. Also, for those parties that will begin earlier in the day sunscreen is a must. No one wants to leave a pool party suffering from sunburn.

Preplan your menu and keep the food light.

Partygoers will be swimming so the menu doesn’t need to be big. Salads, veggies and dip as well as fruits are great choices. This keeps things easy and there is no worry about a huge menu to prepare and serve. For others that want to serve more food a barbecue is a good option

When throwing a pool party and planning to serve alcoholic beverages be sure no one goes overboard. Although having alcohol is acceptable the last thing you need is a fight or someone getting hurt near or in the pool.

Ensure food and drink for all

Music is always a must for a pool party.

If you have a portable stereo it can be set up near where all of the guests will be sitting. Playing the music at a level where others can still talk and hear makes for a great time. If you ask what kind of music the partygoers like many will have music compact disks right in their vehicles. Be sure not to put the stereo too close to where the splashing water from the pool may wet it. Believe it or not this has happened at more than a few pool parties.

Utensils

Make sure you have a good supply of plates, cups, napkins and plastic eating utensils. Although most already know this, there are times when you run out. Having to use your own dishes makes for work after the party. Many discount dollar stores will have all of this plus plastic bowls to hold the chips and salads. At the end of the party the cleanup is very easy and takes no time at all.

Have extra tables handy.

By setting up one with food and the other with the beverages things will remain more organized. By having spare table you will have the room to put anything extra the guests may bring. And if the drinks happened to get spilled you can always move everything over quickly.

Lighting your pool area for safety and enjoyment

Have candles and lanterns ready for when it begins to get dark.

There are lanterns that can be hung from the trees and plugged in are a good investment if you will be having more parties over the summer. If having children at the party be vigilant about where lit candles are placed.

Having games ready to play makes for a super pool party.

“Sharks and Minnows” is a long time favorite pool game. Adults as well as children love this game. Small inexpensive prizes can even be purchased and handed out as gifts.

Pool parties allow friends, family and neighbors to get together for some food, drinks and a great time. Making sure everyone remains safe and happy will bring smiles to all.

What about hosting a party with long-lost classmates? Or friends in general? First, you need to do some people search for free to help you get started. I’m currently writing about that topic.

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