party possibilities
Inaugural Festivities
January 2009
in this issue
:: Event Showcase
:: Inaugural Festivities
:: About posh parties, LLC
:: Next Month's Issue
Happy New Year!
 
A new year, a great time to make some [positive] changes.  First up, posh parties now offers corporate event management services.  While I enjoy my 'residential party' niche, I had a blast producing a few corporate events last year.  As a former corporate manager responsible for marketing and social events around the world, I look forward to continued opportunities to produce business events.
 
The second change is a new newsletter format to reflect my philosophy - plan a party but create an experience!  To that extent, I'll continue to share inspiring party ideas but within the framework of an experience - the look, tastes, sounds and scents that bring a party to life.
 
With this new format in mind, this issue of party possibilities focuses on Inaugural Festivities.  Below are some great ideas for hosting a memorable event in your home or office that's worthy of a historical president!
 
Of course, when your special event requires more time, effort and creativity than you have to spare, please contact me.  Cheers!
Event Showcase

 
December 2008 was an 'eventful' month!  I produced a corporate holiday party, a 'beary sweet' birthday party, a holiday open house and a new year's eve party - all of which were a lot of fun.  Click here to see the highlights. 
Inaugural Festivities
 
On January 20, the world will witness a big historical moment, a great reason to celebrate.  If your plans don't include an inaugural ball, then why not host your own celebration?  Here are three ideas to get you started.
 
Host an Aloha 'Welcome' Party for president-elect Barack Obama's arrival to DC.  Greet guests with a colorful lei and a tropical cocktail; grill some fish and serve with pineapple-mango salsa; and listen to Don Ho music.
 
However, it is January; the cold temps in DC are ideal for a Windy City Soiree.  Create a hip, urban scene and treat guests to deep-dish pizza and great jazz music.
 
Or my favorite idea - All Aboard the Freedom Train.  Obama, Vice President-elect Biden and their families will travel by train from Philadelphia, the birthplace of democracy, to DC for the inauguration.  Why not pretend to take this grand journey with them?
 
The Look - patriotic, of course, but perhaps an understated yet elegant red, white and blue atmosphere.  
 
The Taste - our great nation is a melting pot of cultures; prepare foods that represent your heritage - or dress-up take-out food.  Washingtonian magazine lists 117 great take-out places (01/09)
 
The Sound - songs of American pride, like 'God Bless the USA' by Lee Greenwood, as well as 'The Star-Spangled Banner' and 'American the Beautiful'. Oh, and a train whistle!
 
The Scent - the delicious aroma of the [take-out] food
 
EXTRA - make your celebration 'official' with a guest appearance by Barack Obama (a 6'2" cardboard standup).  Have fun, take souvenir photos of guests with our new president.
About posh parties, LLC
 
Created for people who like to celebrate, posh parties, LLC is a full service event management company specializing in social and corporate events.
 
Services include:
  • Venue Research & Site Survey
  • Event Design
  • Event Coordination
  • On-site/Day-of Event Management

for all types of celebrations, such as:

  • Milestone Birthdays
  • Children's Birthdays
  • Anniversaries
  • Retirement
  • Baby Showers & Welcome Parties
  • Bridal Showers & Rehearsal Dinners
  • Holiday Gatherings
  • Themed Cocktail Parties
  • Executive Receptions, Sales Meetings, Product Launches, Partner Conferences ... and more

If you are entertaining in the near future, I invite you to contact me to produce your special celebration. With over 10 years of professional event management experience, I make entertaining effortless while creating a memorable experience.

Next Month's Issue
The next issue of party possibilities will feature a Snow Day Party. 
 
 
Ashleigh Dorfman, CSEP
special event professional
posh parties, LLC
703.476.6530