Ideas for great backyard parties from Hartz Homes

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Posted: August 14, 2017 - Homebuyer's Blog

August is a wonderful time for backyard celebrations in the Chicagoland area. Many people who own home from Hartz Homes enjoy inviting people over to their home for parties…inside an out. You can throw the best shindig on your block by starting with these ideas and then adding your own creative touches.

Plan for Fun

Forget about fussy little canapes and elaborate decorations. You and your guests will have a much better time when you focus on keeping it simple. Get simple summer party planning tips that will entertain adults and keep the kids happy, too. Find cool and cooling ideas for summer party themes for backyard BBQs, ice cream parties and a water party with no pool required.

Easy Eats

Who wants to be a short-order cook / bartender when everyone else is having fun? Plan your party around a few simple, simply delicious dishes. Look for summer entree and side dish recipes you can make ahead like Fall Off the Bone Ribs, BLT Pasta Salad and Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs. Elevate your backyard barbecue with recipes for beefed- up burgers, carefree kabobs and refreshing watermelon coolers and cherry-lemonade shakes, and punches you can serve with or without alcohol.

Just Add Guests & Stir!

You’ve got your theme, you’ve planned your menu, now it’s time to invite the guests. It’s a snap with these colorful summer party invitation templates designed by Bitsy Creation. Download here for free.

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