The Best “Galentine’s” Day Party Ideas

Valentine’s Day is typically a time for couples to celebrate their relationships, how long they’ve been together and how much they enjoy being in each others company. However, nearly half of America’s population (over the age of 18) is unmarried and single. Don’t fear, this doesn’t mean you can’t celebrate this day filled with love and happiness.

Recently, “Galentine’s” Day parties have become a trend, where women gather groups of their friends to celebrate their friendships and have a night of fun and appreciation for the people in their life.

Keep reading for a list of ideas on how to throw the best “Galentine’s day” party!

1. Invitations

Of course, you could easily send a text to your friends telling them when and where your party is happening, but a cute invitation makes the occasion seem so much more personal. You could design your own invitation on a website like Canva.com or you could go to the store and pick out some premade invitations.

2. Decorations

In the spirit of Valentine’s day decorate the space in pink! You can buy pink streamers, cutout hearts, tablecloths, napkins, utensils. Go all out for the occasion. Or you could go in the opposite direction with an “anti” theme and decorate in all black. It’s up to you and whatever you think your friends will enjoy!

3. Sweets and Treats

Valentine’s day is also known for its sweet factor. We often see couples exchanging boxes of chocolate or cute decorative cookies. Well, who’s to say that singles can’t enjoy these perks too? You could set up a cookie decorating station at the party and send your guests home with chocolates in heart boxes.

Whatever you choose to do, just remember that this is a day that should be about love, happiness and appreciating the people around you! And whatever your party needs, Casinos by M&M can help. Give us a call or visit our website to learn more about our company and the services we offer!

Take Your Super Bowl Party to The Next Level

The Super Bowl is just around the corner and that means it’s time to start organizing your Super Bowl themed party. This year, make it stand out from the rest with real live Vegas-style casino gambling. Gambling and sports have gone together for decades, now give your guests a chance to win big while watching the game.

Theme

Reserve a private room for your casino-themed Super Bowl party with dealers that share the party spirit with your guests. The dealers for the games can wear uniforms of the teams that are playing in the Super Bowl. Pit bosses are the perfect models for those super fashionable referee uniforms. Don’t forget your cocktail servers dressed in cheerleader uniforms.

Games

Next, add a football theme to your casino games by adding special cards to games such as poker and blackjack. Any time a player is dealt a three or a seven during these games give him a special “Super Bowl Chip”. These chips can be given out as well at the Craps table to the shooter anytime he rolls a seven. At the end of the night, award prizes to the person with the most chips. For everyone else, conduct a “chip auction” for football-themed prize baskets.

Food

Finger foods are the perfect choice for your party including mini hot dogs, sliders, wings, and mini pizzas. In addition to this, serve cocktails that feature the colors of the teams playing in the Super Bowl.

Make It Fun

Come out to Casinos by M&M for your Super Bowl party this year. We’ll handle the setup and break down, leaving you to relax and have fun during your party. Celebrate with your guests and see if you can join your favorite team as one of the big winners at your party.

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How to Prepare for the Ultimate Party

Planning a good party can be fun but it also comes with its fair share of difficulties. In order to organize the best party of the year, you need to do just that: organize. Here are some key party planning elements that will make all the difference. Whether you have no idea where to start or are just improving an already great event, follow this checklist for the ultimate party.

1. Food

Food is, arguably, the most important element of a party. Do you have great snacks? A good mix of salty and sweet? Do you have plates and utensils? Napkins? Serving dishes?

2. Drinks

Once you’ve nailed down the edibles you need to decide what drinks you’ll be serving. The drinks can really set the tone of the party, so think carefully! Your showdown will have a very different feel if you’re drinking red wine or if you’ve served up some shots of fireball!

3. The Venue

Make sure you have enough space for your guests. No one likes a party that starts out too crowded. Provide some seating options and be ready to be flexible to the needs of your guests.

4. Events

Don’t forget to plan the party itself! What will your guests be doing? Will you have a poker tournament, a pool party, a dance-off? Will you be watching the Superbowl or jamming out to music? Decide this early, and double check that your guests know what they’re in for.

5. Music

Finally, the music adds to the ambiance. Music can be played in the background or in between activities. A good playlist keeps the party moving at all times, so your partygoers will never have the chance to get bored.

Follow these steps and get your party ready. Once you’ve got the basics down you can focus on things like decorations, which can up the excitement at any party. Check off this party planning checklist and you’ll be the life of the party, literally.

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A Party Menu Everyone Will Love

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Rocking The Cocktail Hour

Start them slow and keep the dice rolling with beers and wines as backup, margaritas are a classic hit, or parlay with one of these trends in cocktails:

• exotic fruit martinis: passion fruit and lychees top the list
• fruit-infused: pineapples gaining notoriety
• vegetable juices: for the healthy party-goers
• zero-proof: or mocktails to play one’s cards right by the Millenials and Gen Zs

Dress your cocktail with garnishing anywhere from spices to fruits to fruit peels. Whet your guests’ appetite with a range of small plates or finger foods, complimenting your cocktails that include:

• sliders: pulled pork, chicken, or crab
• popcorn shrimp
• mini-tacos
• deviled eggs toast
• dips: hummus, guacamole, or spinach artichoke
• cheese platter

Entree The Ace of Hearts

When your casino party reaches its peak, keep the hungry satiated and go royal flush with Vegas buffet-style entrees. Most popular top choices are Prime ribs, Mac n’ Cheese, and vegetarian indulgences of roasted cauliflower or roasted potatoes. Extend to full deck adding one or more of:

• roasted chicken
• fried chicken
• crab legs
• salmon fillets

Sweeten the Pot

Round-off the party with a decadent finish of desserts resembling casino-themed creations. Cash in on your punters’ chips with anything chocolate and other indulgent treats:

• chocolate brownies: shaped and decorated like cards
• cookies: with white icing and decorated like casino chips
• tahini desserts: a trend is to add tahini into cookies, cupcakes, and milkshakes
• fruit platter: an array of fruits is always refreshing

Consider offering trending teas or coffee now and as guests begin to leave and the party fetters out.

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How to Throw a 1920’s Themed Party

The 18th Amendment outlawed alcohol from 1920 to 1933. Interestingly enough, this period of time is still referred to as the “Roaring 20’s” – people still got a hold of illegal alcohol and they continued to gamble like crazy. Recreate your own version of a 1920’s themed party with a little help from Casinos by M&M.

Speak Easies

For many, the danger of getting caught drinking was what made the 1920’s, so exhilarating. Typically, “speakeasies” (also known as blind pigs or blind tigers) were used as hidden establishments in order to serve alcohol. A bouncer would guard the door and require you to provide a password for entry.

This underground drinking counterculture created the fortunes of Al Capone “Scarface.” Therefore, a 1920’s themed party must include all of these features. Make it feel like a secret club and a getaway from the public eye.

You can start by telling your guests that they will need a password to enter. Then, send them the password in a separate email. You can have a large bouncer pretend to turn anyone away who doesn’t give them the right password.

Flappers

You could set a dress code so that way everyone invited truly feels transported back to the roaring ’20s. One option for guests would be to dress as flappers. These flappers were well-known for their fringe dresses, which “flapped” in the air as they danced the Charleston. They could also wear long pearl necklaces twirling in the air, along with extravagant feathered headdresses, which were very popular during this time.

There were plenty of dance marathons keeping time with Big Band 1920’s era music. You might want to play music from Louis Armstrong for the girls to dance to. The most popular musical hits at this time were “Bye Bye Blackbird,” “Dinah” and “Sweet Georgia Brown.”

Gangsters

Another option for dress would include gangster attire. Gangsters should have cigars, bow ties, zoot suits, fedoras and “Tommy Guns.” Some of your guests might even want to dress up like the G-Men. In the background, you should play old black and white gangster movies, like James Cagney’s “Public Enemy.”

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Casino Themed New Year’s Eve Parties

Do you dream of a Vegas experience, but can’t find the time to get away? Do the glittering lights and sounds of the casinos call to you? Well, here you’ll find out how you can have a great casino themed party without having the hassle of traveling across the country.

Games

For a great casino night party, the games must be authentic and true to Vegas. The chips we use are a clay composite and are of casino quality. The playing card decks we use are just like the ones found in real casinos. Our tables are hand carved mahogany and all of the table accessories are authentic to give you the best experience possible. We also provide a vast variety of custom-made fun money. But, don’t let that fool you, it’s not cheap fun money printed from a computer. We use a professional printer and they are great quality to make the night memorable for you and your guests.

The games that are available include:

• Blackjack
• Roulette
• Craps
• Poker
• Slot Machines
• Money Wheel
  

Since there are so many different casino games available, it won’t be hard to make your Vegas night memorable.

Staff

Because we know you want to have the best Vegas experience possible, we hand-pick all our dealers. We know how important it is to have dealers and staff that are authentic to Vegas. So we pick the ones that are fun, charismatic, and professional to give you the party of your dreams.

Tried and True

With testimonials from celebrities such as Regis Philbin, we are a tried and true company. We are driven to give the best casino experience and are devoted to making your dreams come true by being the best.

Are you ready for your Vegas dreams to come true? Can you see yourself amid the action? Well then, contact us and we will help you set up your dream casino party. Give us a call or visit our website to learn more about our services!

Last Minute Christmas Party Tips

How to Throw a Holiday Party Everyone Will Love

You know what they say, Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. If you’re looking for a way to celebrate with your friends and family, consider throwing a holiday party that everyone will be sure to remember.

Step 1: Atmosphere

The holidays wouldn’t be the same without tons of decorations everywhere. Something about the flashing lights, inflatable ornaments, and ringing silver bells just let us know the holidays are here once again.

When hosting a party, you don’t have to go overboard with the decorations. Be sure to include the classics, such as a Christmas tree, mistletoe, snowmen, tinsel, and reindeer. It’s also important to have holiday music selected, because, after all, it’s not a party until people start dancing. If you can’t create a playlist on your own, consider using a DJ to really get the party going.

Step 2: Food And Beverages

While Christmas is known for peppermint and gingerbread, Hanukkah is known for latkes. No matter which holiday you’re celebrating, great food is always a must. As a general rule, you should always have more food than you think you need. I know I would much rather have leftovers than run out just as the party is starting.There should also be some variety in the food depending on your guests. Remember to think functional. Finger food can easily be catered around the room without making a mess.

Also be sure to include some holiday drinks with the food. Hot chocolate, eggnog, or even warm apple cider will help to fill the room with the scents of the season.

Step 3: Activities

Once your guests are done admiring your decorations and eating your food, they’ll need to have something fun to do. Thankfully, there’s no shortage of holiday activities that can be played. I’m personally a fan of the game White Elephant. Guests can bring their own gifts, which will then be swapped among each other.

Other fun activities include Christmas karaoke, Secret Santa gift exchange, or having a gingerbread house decorating contest.

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How to Host the Best Fundraiser

Being the “hostest with the mostest” can be a daunting task, especially when you are hosting a fundraiser. The success of your event may dictate how much money a charity or organization receives, so there is a lot of pressure to do it right! Here are some tips for hosting an incredible fundraiser that both you and your guests will never forget.

1) Pick a Great Venue

Having a good venue to hold your event can be an absolute game changer. Pick a memorable place that will look beautiful in the backdrop of photographs and that your guests will remember and talk about for years to come. It is important to choose a fun and exciting place that will take your event from ordinary to extraordinary.

2) Remember the Cause

It is important to incorporate that cause of the fundraiser into the event in some way. Think about who you are helping and what you are trying to accomplish. If you are trying to save the rain forest, a fun jungle theme could be appropriate. If you are helping cancer survivors, maybe you could get a few to come to speak at your benefit. The more you can tie in the subject of the fundraiser to your actual event, the more you will tug on people’s heartstrings and the more personal the giving process will be.

3) Food and Favors

Don’t skimp out on the details like food and party favors. A good spread will have your guests feeling both satisfied and generous, which will hopefully transfer to their checkbooks. Having a party favor that guests can take home will ensure that they won’t forget about your cause and will hopefully encourage them to keep you in mind and keep giving long after your benefit is over. Nice food and favors also show your guests that you cherish them and value them and their support of you and your cause. It will make them feel connected to the event and hopefully more likely to help you out in the future.

When it comes to the perfect fundraiser, your imagination is your only limitation. Make sure that you are thinking of all the details- crossing your T’s and dotting your I’s- and you are sure to see great success! Hiring a successful and reputable event planning company will also be a great help to you as well. At Casinos by M&M we are known as the #1 party planning professionals in the Northeast. Give us a call for all of your party and event planning needs!

Change Up Your Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving has been celebrated since 1621 and originated as a way to celebrate a successful harvest. However, just because Thanksgiving is a traditional gathering, doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Keep reading for a few ways to spice up your Thanksgiving get together this year!

Decorate

Thanksgiving falls in between Halloween and Christmas which are both holidays that people usually go all out for in terms of decorating. Because of this, Thanksgiving decor is typically forgotten. Change it up this year by incorporating some fall decor into your Thanksgiving celebration. Add some pumpkins, dried corn, and gourds to your table setup and other places throughout your home.

Cook

Bacon

Everyone loves bacon, so even though this isn’t usually a part of thanksgiving dinner, no one will be upset by its presence. Try adding bacon bits to your mashed potatoes, or laying strips of bacon over your turkey as it cooks so that the turkey absorbs a bit of the bacon flavor. Additionally, you could try making a bacon gravy so those flavors can be incorporated into multiple dishes.

Mashed Potatoes

Put a fun and healthy spin on your mashed potatoes this year and make them with cauliflower! Believe it or not, cauliflower does not have to be an underwhelming side dish, you can make it star by adding the right garnishes like chives, and some cheddar cheese.

Celebrate

No matter what you end up eating or what your home looks like, Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for all that you have in your life! Remember to tell your family and friends how thankful you are for them and make sure to spend time with them this holiday season.

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