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Need something to do this Saturday night? Or, looking for new, fun ways to hang with your girlfriends (in celebration of the National Girlfriend Awards and National Girlfriends Day on Monday...!) at some point this summer? Celebrations.com suggests a "sparty" (a.k.a. a "spa party"), complete with refreshing food, different spa stations and yummy drinks. Other activities could include a yoga or... CONTINUE READING 22

FYI: Food isn't just about great taste and tons of flavor. It's also about presentation and how you enjoy it. Andrea Correale, Founder of Elegant Affairs Off Premise Catering & Event Design certainly knows this, and as you've seen from her delicious recipes right here on Sheckys.com, the pictures are as tantalizing as the taste. So, how did Andrea build... CONTINUE READING 14

So I know that all my die-hard Harry Potter fans already have their Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part II (geez, that's a mouthful) movie plans set in stone. However, if the release date snuck up on you or you're just looking for some last-minute Potter ideas to round off your night, here are a few suggestions that are perfect... CONTINUE READING 36

Summer is the perfect time for a cocktail party, whether you have an outdoor space to host it in or not (I feel ya!). Getting friends together for a much-needed libation either after work or on the weekend is sure to be a welcomed break, and nothing lets you escape from the hot heat like a cold drink. Lucky for us, Celebrations.com... CONTINUE READING 37

Get appropriately festive for the Fourth with Celebrations.com’s tips for a brunch extravaganza. Using inspiration from the Sparkle in the Sky invitation by Pear Tree Greetings, Celebrations.com has come up with a surefire (hehe...) way to impress your friends. The most important party favor is the food, so deck the table with red, white and blue edibles to show your holiday spirit.... CONTINUE READING 15

The best way to get pumped for any holiday is to drink up and drink plenty. Do your Fourth of July right with perfectly suited American beers, terrific for washing down all that meat you'll be grilling. From summer seasonals, pale to brown ales, and lagers to boot, this list of all-American beers will have you hankering for a fifth, sixth... CONTINUE READING 14

Gathering the gals for an intimate get-together? Or throwing the bash of the summer? Whether your soiree is small or large, low key or outrageous, nothing entices the ladies like wine and cheese, so stock up and get your game face on. Celebrations.com has fun tips on how to spruce up your wine and cheese party this summer. First and foremost, cheeses... CONTINUE READING 23

The old "no white before Memorial Day" rule might conjure up images of your fashionably challenged Great Aunt Faye, but Celebrations.com has surprisingly turned that old saying into a cool soiree theme. Using white as a symbol of purity and new beginnings to celebrate the (unofficial!) start of summer is certainly an elegant departure from the overdone red, white and... CONTINUE READING 13

The scent of new blossoms is in the air, bringing with it the promise of summer days, warm nights and a fabulous excuse to host a killer party. So rub on the SPF, book the mani-pedi, and check out these top five party-planning sites to host the soiree that will have people uploading Facebook pics for days. Psst: Celebrate our... CONTINUE READING 11

Happy birthday to us! In honor of our 10th birthday, we wanted to share some of our favorite birthday party locales with all of you. We’re always trying to bring you the best restaurants, spas and bars anyway, but 10 years means 10 places in 10 Girls Night Out cities. Check out our favorite b-day bash spots, and don't forget... CONTINUE READING 26