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Today's
pool owners are taking full advantage of their investment by creating a new part
of their lifestyle around the pool. Below are some ideas for pool parties you
can host with a little preparation and planning.
January
- Beat the Blues by the Pool
Once
the hectic holidays are over, most people are feeling a little "blue" in mid to
late January. Why not try a progressive pool party? Like a progressive dinner, a
few (or more) families join together and each host a part of the evening ...
from munchies to main meals to coffee and dessert, everyone shares in the
planning, the costs AND the "beat the blues" fun!
February
- For Cupid's Couples Only
Candlelight,
music, dinner and beverage ... a perfect date for couples to share a romantic
evening by the pool. Whether you celebrate Cupid before or after February 14,
create a heartfelt night for one couple or many.... and don't forget to enjoy
the midnight swim -- a perfect end to a perfect pool date!
March
- My March Pool Madness
March
Madness? Are you ready for college basketball tourney madness? Show your support
for your favorite team -- get your hats, t-shirts, banners or "cry towels" ---
and meet me at my pool. The pool hoops are ready for My March Madness. For fun
or for competition, co-ed teams are a must. Get fun prizes together and finish
up with a cookout. No one will even think about turning on the TV (unless it's
outdoors).
April
- Garden Pool Party
Remember
Ricky Nelson's "Garden Party”? Create your own Garden Party for the Millennium.
Guests arrive with their favorite gardening secrets or plants ... perhaps add a
secret surprise gift exchange (small garden tools?)... Everyone knows that a
garden needs plenty of water, so get in the pool . . . relax, enjoy and soak in
the pleasure your Garden Pool Party.
May
- May Showers
A
bridal shower? A baby shower? A graduation shower? Your pool will make the
"picture perfect" spot for the bride-to-be, an expectant couple or a student to
capture special memories of a most memorable time in their lives. Hosted on your
own or with a group of friends, you and your guests will remember this
once-in-a-lifetime celebration. And there's no rain in the forecast -- Remember
it's "April showers" that bring "May flowers”!!
September
- Back to School Splash
With
Labor Day comes the official end of summer. And, the back to school blahs take
over for most students. What a great time to EXTEND THE POOL SEASON by inviting
classmates (and parents/teachers if desired) to get together and renew
friendships and make new ones. Keep cool by the pool and add your own theme --
perhaps with a "wacky hat contest" with plenty of games, activities and fun for
all!
October
- Tricks and Treats by the Pool
Get
spooked in the coolest way by hosting the young or the young at heart at your
backyard pool. Halloween decorations are a must and with the "natural night
light", let your ghostly imagination take over. Create your own unique costume
themes (bathing suits included) and refreshments to brew up a magical party that
guests will be screaming about!
November
- Turkey Barbeque
Start
a new family tradition with a turkey barbeque by the pool. Everyone brings their
favorite Thanksgiving dish and whether or not the turkey is actually "cooked on
the open fire" or "in the kitchen oven", everyone can enjoy the traditional day
of thanks in a non-traditional but most memorable way by your pool. Last one in
the pool is a real turkey!
December
- Independence in December
You've
heard of Christmas in July? Well, turn your backyard escape into a sparkling
holiday season that everyone will be cheering about. Complete with Santa decked
out in red, white and blue, let your patriotism shine through for your guests.
The theme is set, costumes should be encouraged and food and drink should be an
All-American affair. Fireworks are optional (as local laws permit) but,
remember, first one in the pool gets the biggest present --- Ho! Ho!
Ho!
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