Holidays

For Hindus all around the world, Diwali (Divali or Deepavali) is the biggest festival on the calendar each year. During the days leading up to Diwali, friends, and coworkers exchange gifts of dry fruits, sweets, and precious metals. […]

Leaves are turning red, pumpkins are turning orange, and the days are getting shorter. Autumn is here, which also means Halloween is right around the corner. Time to start planning the best Halloween party ever. But just because […]

Tricks, treats, and goblins abound—sounds like it’s time for a Halloween party! Whether you’re planning a spooky shindig on the weekend before October 31st or hosting on All Hallow’s Eve itself, you’ll want your guests to know exactly […]

The nights are getting longer, and the smell of pumpkin spice permeates the air. That means Halloween party season is around the corner. As the host, it’s your time to create a fun, spooky atmosphere for all your […]

Turkey, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes—check, check, check. Thanksgiving is all about traditions, and that includes bringing everyone’s favorite traditional foods to the table. But if you’d like to change things up a little this year, why not add […]

Nothing sets the mood for Thanksgiving like the savory aroma of turkey roasting in the oven or a fresh pumpkin pie cooling on the counter. But there’s more to hosting Thanksgiving than getting the menu just right. Bring […]

Roasted turkey, tart cranberry sauce, buttery potatoes, and sweet pumpkin pie are all you really need to bring hungry guests to your Thanksgiving table—but a themed Thanksgiving invitation will get them there in style.  Whether your Turkey Day […]

Diwali literally means “rows of lights,” which is why many celebrants plan a party to light up the night and promote the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. If you’re hosting a celebration this year, […]

The roast turkey, tart cranberry sauce, and savory pumpkin pie may get most of our attention on Thanksgiving, but that’s not what we’re really thankful for. Our loved ones bring us so much joy and support throughout the […]

Friendsgiving is a fun, festive way to show gratitude for your chosen family around the holidays. It can take place on Thanksgiving Day and include all the traditional trimmings—who’s going to say no to turkey, cranberry sauce, and […]

As the holi-daze begins to wind down, everyone starts to wind up for the next big reason to celebrate—and the only party important enough to span two years: New Year’s Eve. Friends, families, and coworkers are making plans […]

The Founding Fathers may not have imagined Independence Day as the fireworks-viewing, burger-grilling, beverage-filled occasion we celebrate today—but they probably would have enjoyed it just the same. Ring in America’s birthday this year with a 4th of July […]

The perfect Christmas card is heartwarming, inspirational, and uplifting—right? Not necessarily. If you and your loved ones tend to roll your eyes at all that mushy stuff, sentimental Christmas cards probably aren’t for you. That’s when it’s time […]

The last few months of the year have a well-documented habit of absolutely flying by. One minute December is months away, and the next, Thanksgiving’s but a memory. Before you know it, you might be feeling like it’s […]

When it comes to manners and etiquette, one name in particular comes to mind: Emily Post. Originally published in 1922 (with updates every five years), Post’s book “Etiquette” covers everything from proper handshakes to cutlery placement, and has […]

Welcome back to Party People, our new series about how to plan, throw, and attend parties properly—as told by folk who know how to get down like it’s their job (and for some, it actually is). From entertaining […]