Host Etiquette
The first step of having a party
Planning
These manners are especially important at dinner parties or other parties that involve food:
Table Manners
Polite thing to do as guest to be courteous of others eating at the party
Eating in moderation
First Action when walking into party
Take off coats and hang them up
Polite thing to do to assist host after party
Help cleaning
The Six things that need to be on a party invite
Date, Time, Place, Occasion, Hostess, and How to Respond
These devices you should NOT be on while at a party
Computer, Phone, Stereo, and Television
Host's way to avoid allergic reactions at a party
Clearly labeling all dishes with an ingredient list
These may dictate the required attire for a party:
Time of day, Season, or Quality of meeting and event space
Alternatives to a house party on a return invitation can include these:
Movie trip or picnic at the park
A Party's Dinner is set up in this format
Host and Co-host on opposite ends of the table, alternating male and female guests around the table, and guest of honor seated to the right hand of the host
Doing these can help you avoid being awkward at parties and other social events:
Not walking in between people talking, not randomly dancing in front of others, not monopolizing the conversation with the host and their friends
List 5 common food allergens
Ex: Milk, Eggs, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Peanuts, Soy, Fish, Shellfish
Occasions when it is NOT appropriate to have guests remove their shoes in your house
Large parties that include new acquaintances, work colleagues, or elder people
The amount of other guests you should go home with
Zero