Party Time

It’s time to have a summer bash while there is still warm weather left to have it. In order for this to happen you have to have all the necessary tools to make it fun.

When it comes to the food you want to go for grilling out. This includes hamburgers and hot dogs. To go on the side you want chips, potato salad, and even macaroni. Be creative and buy toppings and special seasonings to go on top of the burgers and hot dogs. Don’t forget to bring along the sodas and water in a cooler.

For beach activities look into watercraft rentals offered at many beaches, bays and lakes. If your party is going to continue into the evening, look for a place that allows campfires so you can roast marshmallows. Other options include sandcastle building contests, water balloon catching contests‚ and beach limbo using a bamboo pole. Frisbees, volleyball and back gammon are also good beach games.

Decorate the buffet table by covering it with a beach blanket. Place food on top of an old surfboard or one bought in a party store. Or make your own surfboard with plywood and paint. You can also stand up surfboards in the sand around the party area.

For invitations, send the specifics on a deflated beach ball guests must inflate to read (and ask them to bring the balls to the party for more fun beach activities). Decorate tables with shells - either from the beach itself or bought from a party store. Drape fisherman’s nets around the area and attach some starfish and buoys to them.