Summer Party Planner
Easy decorating and entertaining ideas for your next outdoor gathering.
Creative Party Ideas
13 Summer Drink, Dip, and Dessert Recipes
These tasty additions will make the rest of your summer meal a cinch.
The All-American Summer Menu
Six easy takes on the country's favorite local dishes.

Summer Party Menus
Warm-weather meals that perfectly complement summer reds, whites, and beers.
Photo: Kana Okada
Host a Pool Party
Nothing says summer quite like a pool party. Dive into these quick, delicious, and creative ideas.
Photo: Rob Howard
40 Cool Drinks for a Hot Day
Quench your thirst with these simple, summery drinks.
Photo: Kathryn Barnard and Greg Kessler
Best Summer Beach Towels
Whether you’re lounging poolside or hitting the sands, these towels will add a sizzle to your summertime fun.
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More Party Ideas
Houseguest Prep Checklist
Make out-of-town visitors feel welcome, comfortable, and maybe even a little pampered.
- Have a spare key made. Tell guests where it will be hidden (if they’ll arrive while you’re out) or hand it over when they get there, so they aren’t ringing the doorbell every time they return.
- Make the bed with clean sheets. If you have a guest room, freshen up its linens.
- Test the air mattress. If your “guest room” is a blow-up mattress in the living room, see that it’s in good condition. Inflate it to make sure there are no holes, and, if you have time, vacuum the surface so it’s free of dust.
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