Couples Party

And a one..and a two...get ready for a fun filled couples themed party for your spouse, date, partner or other half.

One of life's greatest opportunities is your relationships with family and friends. Think about it: don't your best laughs include family and friends? Don't your best memories also include these same family and friends?

Keep this thought in mind when you begin to plan this party. Invite your favorite couples and you will be well on your way to a fabulous party.

Couples may include husband & wife, brother & sister, mother & father, nephew & niece, partners at work, etc.

• Have your guests dress up as famous couples. (See list below). Have fun and above all......enjoy yourself, you deserve it.

PRE-PARTY ACTIVITY

• Famous Pairs Match Up Game

While your guests arrive, play this famous pairs match up game.

Copy the names below on pretty stationary (couple background if available). Mix up the names on both lists.

Have guests match the pairs between the lists. The most answers wins.

Adam & Eve
Anthony & Cleopatra
Dagwood & Blondie
Mickey & Minnie Mouse
Donald & Daisy Duck
Frank Butler & Annie Oakley
Bonnie & Clyde
Popeye & Olive Oil
Prince Albert & Queen Victoria
Samson & Delilah
Fred & Ethel Mertz
Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz
The Lone Ranger & Tonto
Wally & the Beaver
Moses & Zipporah
Mary & Joseph

Charades. Message of Love. Pictionary. Ping Pong Blow. Ridiculously Funny Interview. Twister. Who am I?

AFTER DINNER ENTERTAINMENT

• Hire a dance instructor. Learn to do The Tango or Salsa Dance.

Plan a delicious menu everyone will love. Make food familiar. Serve finger foods such as: smoked salmon and dill on pumpernickel squares, parmesean mushrooms, sweet and sour meatballs, or chunky shrimp spread.

Serve drinks for thirsty guests. For example: Rum Punch, Margaritas, Banana Daquiri Slush, or Sparkling Raspberry Kir.

Choose dishes that can be made ahead. Italian Sausage Lasagna or Penne with Basil and Mozzarella.

Party Favors

When you bring your party to a close, thank your guests with these great party favors.

• Bars of high-quality chocolates • Bath gels or bath salt • Bottle of wine • Fruit basket • Gift cards to a local restaurant • Miniature bottles of the liquor used for your party • Movie tickets • Note cards • Photo album • Photo frame • Ready-made CDs with romantic • Small bag of gourmet coffee • Small potted herb plants • Stationary