summer entertaining

Summer Party Planner

  • Party Theme
  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Décor
  • Activities
  • Kid's Birthday
  • What's a birthday party without cake? Check out the recipe for this fun summer-inspired cake.

  • We've got refreshing crowd-pleasing drinks that both kids and adults will love! Get the recipes here

  • Make this year's birthday party special with these crafty ideas!

  • This kid-friendly playlist will get the little ones moving, but won't make the adults run screaming from the room.

  • Backyard BBQ
  • This homemade barbecue sauce puts a new twist on a traditional recipe. Treat your family with this tasty seasonal sauce.

  • This white sangria recipe will be the most versatile drink you prepare! Check out these variations to keep things fresh all summer long.

  • Add a little flair to your next BBQ with these paper decoration ideas!

  • With a mix of genres and generations, this summer playlist is sure to please all attendees.

  • Summer Nights (adults only)
  • Impress your guests by grilling up something out of the ordinary. Add one of these 10 foods to your next party menu.

  • Your favorite childhood summer treats are now for adults! These seven recipes have a bit of added pep to get the party started.

  • Make your party memorable with these unexpected party ideas.

  • Stay cool on hot summer nights with this classic playlist.

  • Lians...

    Quoting butcher: BREATHE! I love party planning, I have been entertaining all summer. Make sure you enjoy the party before its over and it feels like alot of work for nothing. BE A GOOD HOSTESS! great tip!

    by Liansmommie on 7:35PM on Aug. 3
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    by butcher on 3:50PM on Aug. 3

Summer guide from The Stir

Summer Wish List Sweepstakes

It's time for a little show & tell! We're giving 5 lucky moms a chance to win a $50 Kmart gift card. All you have to do is visit Kmart.com and tell us what you would buy if you win.

The "Summer Wish List" Sweepstakes starts June 18, 2012 at 12:00 AM (ET) and ends July 15, 2012 at 11:59 PM (ET) (the "Sweepstakes Period").

Enter by replying to this post with an appropriate comment during the Sweepstakes Period. Limit one entry per day during the Sweepstakes Period. Five (5) winners will be selected in a random drawing of all eligible entries on or about July 25, 2012 to receive a Kmart gift card (valued at $50).

*No Purchase Necessary. Open to US residents 18 years and older. Void where prohibited. Click here for the rest of the Official Rules.

What Are Moms Saying About Everyday Entertaining

  • I will definitely be buying Vanity Fair plates and napkins again. These will work great for our picnics and BBQs we have this summer but also will use them at home.

    Charizma77 - Charizma77

  • The napkins are also sturdy and strong and do a great job of cleaning up messy hands and spills!

    thatgirl70 - thatgirl70

  • The plates held up great. My 8 year old LOVES spaghetti, so, she had a full plate. My 5 year old said the napkins were 'very soft and got all the sauce off of my face!

    Maries_Mom23 - Maries_Mom23

Summer Playlist