St. Patrick’s Day Party

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St. Patrick’s Day Party

St. Patrick’s day is just around the corner and now is the time to start planning that perfect party.  This year St. Patrick’s Day is on a Friday.  Put your “green” on and have a great time.  Here is what you will need:

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5 Great Appetizers for Every Occasion

Bacon Wrapped Smokies

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Bacon Wrapped Smokies

 

 1    pkg. “Lil Smokies” smoked sausages

Bacon-uncooked-cut to wrap around sausages

Toothpicks

Brown Sugar

Wrap each smokie in piece of bacon strip-toothpick to hold it.

Place on cookie sheet (lined with foil or clean up is no fun)

Sprinkle generously with brown sugar.

Bake at 375-400° until brown

This is always a big hit!

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Celebrate and save with 8 affordable entertainment tips

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Party Sandwich

(BPT) – Celebrating with family and friends is the perfect way to elevate any holiday or festive occasion. If you’re tasked with hosting the event, you have a lot to get done. As you create your to-do list, it can be overwhelming looking at just how much you have to purchase. But hosting a great party doesn’t require you to spend a small fortune.

Hosting a fun affair on a budget is possible with a few simple tips and tricks. Consider these eight ideas to ensure guests have a memorable time and you keep more of your hard-earned money.

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5 fun ways to make holiday memories with your child

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Make a Holiday Memory with your Child

(BPT) – The holidays are a special time of year for everyone, but through the eyes of a child, it can feel like pure magic. Parents and caregivers looking to make this holiday extra special should spend less time worrying about trinkets under the tree, and instead, focus on spending quality time with their families. To make this holiday the best yet, consider these five festive ideas for bonding and creating unforgettable memories together.

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No-stress holiday entertaining tips and tricks

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No Stress Holiday food

(BPT) – A holiday party is a wonderful way to celebrate the season with friends and family. However, no matter how big or small the guest list, hosting the event can turn stressful fast. Before you know it, your holiday gathering has become more frustrating than festive, and you’re suddenly feeling like a Scrooge.

With a few tips and tricks, you can easily host an impressive holiday party without the fuss.

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The easy guide for creating an amazing holiday cheese board

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Holiday Cheese Board

(BPT) – Whether it’s a small gathering of close friends or a large family affair, hosting a holiday party makes the season extra magical. Looking for ideas that are guaranteed to impress? This year, a new food trend is elevating events and tantalizing taste buds: cheese boards.

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