How to host a great party in one simple step, by Michelle Ferreri.
Hire my sister in law Cathy Ferreri.
The End.
Since Cathy isn’t for hire (or maybe she is? ) I will share some of our combined secrets that will help make your shin-dig da BESHT!
This past weekend, my Sicilian in-laws do what they do every five years. They host a monster party with 120 of their closest American and Canadian Italian relatives and celebrate with a family reunion. It’s always a friggin’ blast. It lasted three days but when you factor in recovery, it’s a solid week.
Big shout out to Parkway Banquet Hall for hosting a great Day 2!
I know your party may not be quite as extravagant as the Augello Family reunion, but the details for success are the same. I LOVE a good party! Here’s my list of 7 simple tips that will have your guests talking about your party for YEAAARRRRRSSSS! Or at least on Monday at the water cooler.
1. KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE.
Is it a retirement party? Don’t hire a stripper.
Is it a kids’ birthday party? Don’t serve gourmet appetizers and play Loretta Lynn.
Invite fun people. Invite the right people.
Is it a bridal shower? Don’t sing this. Actually do sing this. SING THIS AT EVERY PARTY.
2. DETAILS. IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS.
One of the most amazing things at this year’s family reunion was a gift presented to each family. My incredibly talented sister in law, Silvia Ferreri, hand painted and customized square canvases. Each painting included a tree to represent the family tree and a photocopy of the passport stamp of the Matriarch of the family, which said “landed immigrant”.
A lot of Silvia’s artwork can be found at her store Pensieri Shoes and around the Peterborough Area
I know. It’s amazing. She actually might be for hire;) My point is, thought does matter. It’s not about the cost. Know your audience and think about what would make them feel special. If it’s a bridal shower, what does the bride like? The colour green? Get a green cake. Does she like zebras? Get zebra printed magnets for everyone to take home. Does she like Magic Mike? Get Channing Tatum to come to the party.
3. MUSIC.
Music is powerful. Hire a DJ if it’s a big event. Ray Henderson is the Ferreri DJ (that’s what his business card says). Even for a birthday party at my house, we hire Ray. With Ray in charge of music, I know I can mingle and enjoy the party with my guests! Be sure to pick the right music! Don’t be blasting Snoop Dog at your son’s second birthday.
#wearefamily Augello Family Reunion 2015! Day 2...will we last? You BETCHA!! Posted by Michelle Ferreri on Saturday, July 18, 2015
If you are having fun, your guests will have fun. Don't be a stress case.



Plan a party already!!! And invite me.
