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From invitations to budgeting, party planning is no walk in the park. And even once you have all of the logistical details mastered, there’s still decor to consider. Luckily, decorating your event is a fun to-do.

When it comes to planning a wedding or backyard party, there sure is a lot to keep track of. From the party tent rentals to the party equipment, from the hors d’oeuvres to the table renting, it can seem overwhelming to plan it all from stem to stern. In all the hullabaloo, it’s entirely possible to forget the few magical touches that will turn your event from a snoozer to a barnburner.

This year, 93% of brides-to-be are using the internet to plan their wedding and reception, most often on apps like Pinterest. But couples are also using social media after — and sometimes during — their weddings, getting hundreds of ‘Likes’ and ‘Shares’ for wedding posts. Meanwhile, we’ve already seen Bar Mitzvah invitations go viral this year, and virtually all teens are posting photos from their Sweet Sixteen’s and Quinceañera celebrations online.

Planning a party can be an incredibly stressful endeavor, especially if it’s a milestone birthday, anniversary, or wedding. There are often hundreds of details to agonize over, from invitations to decorations, food, and/or activities. But if you stay organized and take each thing as it comes, you should have no trouble at all. Keep in mind that depending on party size, location, and event type, you’ll have to adjust.

During any party-planning process, hundreds of things are likely going through your head — from the food, to the entertainment, to the decorations and activities. It’s easy for anyone to become encumbered with countless minute details of planning a party, whether it’s a backyard party or an indoor event.

It’s no secret that getting married is one of the biggest expenditures many of us will face in our lifetimes. In many cases, having a wedding can cost more than purchasing a new car. In 2012, the average wedding cost a stunning $26,951 — with wedding receptions costing approximately $13,106.

‘What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.’ It’s a charming mantra for travelers who can’t say no to yet another game of blackjack, or for those who may have ‘indulged’ just a tad too much. Many would agree that it’s not the most loving saying in world, however.

Summer is almost here; for many young Americans, that also means that it is wedding season. This is not altogether surprising. According to The Knot, June is the most popular month for weddings. What is surprising is how exactly weddings go down these days.

Online wedding authority The Knot has some surprising news: nearly all grooms-to-be (95%) these days are directly involved in the wedding planning process. This is welcome news for recently engaged and overwhelmed women, but it may not be great news for men who do not even know where to begin.

Happy employees are more creative and more productive. In other words, going the extra mile to nurture employees’ job satisfaction can really pay off — and one of the most straightforward ways to do it is to encourage a little RandR in the form of a company barbecue or picnic. Here are few reasons why a barbecue is just the thing your company needs.