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Summer is finally uon us! With sunny days soon to be the norm around our Chicago, IL apartments, we thought we'd share some helpful tips to ensure our residents can plan great get-togethers over the coming months.
1. Plan in Advance
Impromptu, spontaneous soirees are fun, but they often leave a lot to be desired in terms of the number of attendees who can join. By planning your event at least a week in advance, you'll give people with kiddos and other obligations time to make your get-together fit into their calendars.
2. Designate Dishes
You don't need to spend a ton of cash by catering your party. Instead, designate dishes to each guest so you'll have a full table of delectable bites once everyone arrives. It may sound silly, but if you put everything into a spreadsheet, you'll be able to easily track what people are bringing so you know if you need to head to the store to cover any gaps before guests arrive. Here's a quick run-down of things you'll likely need:
- Appetizers
- Salads
- Chips
- Entrees
- Desserts
- Drinks
- Plates and cups
- Napkins or paper towels
- Plasticware
If you're aware that some people on your list have dietary restrictions, try to keep this in mind when you're parsing out the menu. For example, vegetarians would be completely fine with a chicken-topped salad, as long as the chicken stays in its own lane (or in a bowl next to the salad greens).
3. Provide the Sunscreen!
If you'll be entertaining guests poolside or enjoying a barbecue chef's famous ribs, be a good host and have sunscreen on hand. Your guests will thank you when the sun starts scorching and they realize they didn't bring any UV protection.
4. Load Up Your Music
You never want to wait until the room's fallen awkwardly silent to realize you don't have any music ready. Load up your list before people get there. If you have an eclectic crowd coming, try to mix a little bit of everything so each guest will have the opportunity to enjoy his or her groove.
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At North Harbor Tower apartments in Chicago, IL, throwing a tailgate party is a great way to support the home team. Whether you are a die-hard Bears or Blackhawks fan, showing your spirit with a tailgate party is a great way to spend time with friends or meet your new neighbors. Invite other families and make a day of it. Let the kids burn off some energy in the crisp, fall air. It gets them out of the house and allows you to spend some time making new friends.
Throw a Tailgate Party for Your Favorite Team!
Have a Sunday Fun Day!
When you start to plan your party, include some activities for the kids to participate in. It's a great way to allow your family to get to know the neighbors. Set up a few games and give away prizes to those who participate or win a challenge. Have a television set up so you can watch your favorite football team take the field. Have the tables situated so that you can watch the game while you're eating.
Good Food, Good People, Great Fun
No tailgate party is complete without hot dogs, hamburgers, finger foods, picnic foods and a variety of beverages. If some of the adults want to chip in and buy the meats, have an all-out barbecue. Have every family bring their favorite barbecue sauce and fire up the grill. If you want to have a potluck-style meal, have people choose a dish to bring. With everyone bringing their own special fare, you're sure to have a feast fit for a king.
If you want to experience the very best of apartment living in Chicago, IL, visit the North Harbor Tower apartments and check out the different floor plans they offer. Ask about all of the amenities the complex has to offer and take a quick tour of the neighborhood. After a few minutes, you will realize why many of the residents love to call North Harbor Tower home.
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