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First things first. Make your party cooler than cool and serve Edy's Slow Churned®
light ice cream. Here are 10 more tips to get your party started.

  1. Try to start planning at least four to six weeks in advance so you'll never leave anything to chance.
  2. Get everyone involved by creating committees for decorating, entertainment, invitations, setup and cleanup.
  3. Pick a place in your neighborhood that can handle
    the number of guests — common ground, a neighborhood
    park or a cul de sac are ideal.
  4. Establish a budget and have everyone in the neighborhood
    share expenses.
  5. Create a guest list spreadsheet to keep track of who's coming and who's not.
  6. Always have a backup venue in case you have to move the party indoors due to weather.
  7. Mail or deliver your invitations two to three weeks in advance.
  8. Entertainment is a key component, especially for kids. Incorporate music, games and live entertainment (like a clown, face painter or magician), or get your community heroes involved by inviting them to bring a station fire truck or police vehicle.
  9. Stay organized by keeping everything related to your party in one binder or folder. And don't forget your party checklist!
  10. Relax and remember: Throwing a party is supposed to be fun!