Equinox Parties!

My family has attended and co-hosted equinox and seasonal parties as long as I can remember.
This year we are hosting a first day of Fall party! This is a very small party only three families are coming. We are going to roast marshmallows, eat vegetarian chili And do some fun Fall crafts.
I have put together a tutorial to help you host a great seasonal party.

The first thing to do is choose the date there are six main days that I have seen used.
There is June(changes every year) summer solstice the longest day of next year,
December (changes every year) winter solstice the shortest day of this year,
March 20th the first day of spring,
June 21st the first day of summer,
September 22nd the first day of fall,
December 21st the first day of winter(also happens to be the winter solstice this year)

For example's sake lets say you choose Sept. 22nd. Now you need to plan the food.
Here are some general guidelines for choosing the food.

Spring/summer parties: Cold foods like gazpacho*, salads, sandwiches, wraps, fruit, fresh veggies, smoothies, yogurts, tuna/chicken salad and dips.

Fall/winter parties: Hot foods like soups/stews, chili, fruit salad*, pigs in a blanket*, sautéed veggies, oat meal Etc.

*I hope to have a recipe up at a later date

Now that you have your menu its time to make invitations! So go get out your cute paper and stickers and get to work. you could send an email... but what fun is that?

Example:

You are invited!

What: A first day of Fall party
Where: My house
When: Saturday september 22nd from 6:00 to 10:00
Details: Come and gather 'round the camp fire and enjoy the first blasts of cool air.
R.S.V.P*

From The Rainbow Zbra

Go send the babies off!

* most people say "please" first but that makes it sound like a request. You really do need a head count.

Now go through your seasonal or waldorf craft books and choose some great involved crafts for the kids and adults

Next, get organized. Write down your menu items, read through the recipes and make a list of the items you need to buy. Do the same for your crafts. Now check your emails of P.O. box and make your guest list.

Last decorate and have fun!

The Rainbow Zbra