Category Archives: Halloween Party Planning

How To Host a Murder Mystery Dinner

Who dunnit? I can remember playing countless games of Clue as a kid, using my keen sense of deduction to be just like Sherlock Holmes and figure out who the murderer was and the weapon they used and in what … Continue reading

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Spooky Foods For Halloween

Being festive and fun is a wonderful thing at Halloween. Maybe it is the crisp fall air or the bright colors on the trees that get people in the mood for a light hearted holiday. We decorate our yards and … Continue reading

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Roasting Pumpkins: Seeds, Rinds and Everything In-between

What says ‘autumn’ more to the discerning eye than beholding that lovely sight of overly-plump, spectacularly-orange gourds comfortably dotting the dusty landscape?   No wonder we like them so much, our historical culture is full of them.  “Peter, Peter pumpkin eater…” … Continue reading

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Halloween Fun: Amateur Ghost Hunting

To complement my post about some of the most historical haunted places in the United States, I thought I should highlight the “sport” of ghost hunting, if it can be called a sport. Ghost hunting is an activity that has … Continue reading

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5 Not-So-Halloween Party Themes for the ‘Big Kids’

Aaaaahhhh, Halloween.  The crisp autumn air, the orange glow of the trees, corn mazes, jack-o-lanterns and children running around the neighborhood, with their costumes over bulky jackets, collecting a bagful of candy.  But everyone knows that Halloween isn’t just for … Continue reading

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Traveling for Halloween? Check out These Spooky Sites

The city of New Orleans has the famous reputation for being America’s most haunted city and with good reason.  Long before Europeans settlers stepped foot on the marshy landscape, the area was used by the local indians as a burial … Continue reading

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Hosting An Olde Fashioned Halloween Party

I’m always looking for new ways to celebrate my favorite holiday.  One idea I’ve thought about goes back to Halloween’s earliest roots, and throwing a party that celebrates Halloweens of the past. Most people probably envision vintage halloween celebrations that … Continue reading

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Extreme Halloween Decorations

I previously wrote about how sending out the most clever invitations sets the tone for an awesome Halloween bash, so the next logical step is to consider your decorations. Lots of people who are interested in throwing a memorable Halloween … Continue reading

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Devilish Designs: The Best Halloween Party Invitations

When it comes to setting the mood for an upcoming Halloween party, the invitations matter. I love Halloween party planning (obviously, or I wouldn’t have all things Halloween on the brain 24/7) and I’ve found that setting the tone for your … Continue reading

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