Helpful Hints

Do you need some assistance with your party planning? Then please read on.

DATE OF FUNCTION

Choose the date of your function with care. Avoid planning a party on a long weekend, public holiday or when a large sporting event is on as these events cause most people to plan other activities.

INVITATIONS

If you have a planned format for your evening and want people to be there by 7pm note 6.30pm on the invitation. Also state on the invitation whether food will be provided, as some people may eat prior to arrival. If it is a Finger Food function you are planning, mention that a ?light? meal will be served. This will ensure your guests don?t expect a three-course banquet Roast when they arrive.

RSVP

In our opinion most people do not respond to RSVP. Instead of getting people to respond if they are coming, request that they respond if they are unable to attend.

THE VENUE

• Home
  Consider the following when having a party at home:
  Informing neighbours
  Car parking
  Putting fragile items away
  Access to toilets etc
  Power supply for lighting, heating, Jukebox etc is spread over several circuits
  
  
• Public Open Space
  Check whether you need permission to use the area. You should also consider whether power and shelter is available, and is it easy for guests and caterers to access.
  
  
• Hall
  Always check availability for your date. A booking usually requires a deposit. Ring your local council for information on contact people for local halls.

CATERING

Our friendly staff will advise you on how much food you require to keep your costs to a minimum.

CORPORATE FUNCTIONS

When organising a corporate function the following should be considered:

• Making sure invitations are sent out with enough notice and contain all necessary information including a locational map.
• The time of the function - not always possible for people to attend during office hours. The best time is usually 5.30pm so guests can attend straight from work.
• Nametags are always helpful for large functions.
• A seating arrangement is important for sit down meals.
• Running sheet and background information for guest speakers.