Hiring a Quality Limousine Service for Special Events By Brandan Stein

Whether it is for a wedding, charity gala or other special event, hiring a limousine company involves far more than simply finding cars to get people from one point to another. The first impression your guests will have of your event will be the experience of the ride you have arranged for them.

A quality limousine company understands that they are really the start of the event, and are responsible for setting the tone what will follow. For the start of any event to be truly memorable there has to be something more than the luxury and glamour of the vehicle. To find a quality limousine service that will add value to your event, look for a company that has been in business for many years so that they are experienced in handling the type of event you are planning.

Ask for references from customers that have used the company for similar types and sizes of events. Confirm that the company has access to a fleet large enough to handle your needs and if you are using more than a few cars, arrange for a visit to the company to inspect their vehicles in person.

Ask the company to describe the training programs they have established for their chauffeurs; the experience that you and your guests enjoy inside the vehicle will be defined by the exceptional customer service delivered by a highly trained, professional, knowledgeable, and attentive chauffeur. The safety of your guests is always a priority, so in addition to questioning training practices, and inspecting the vehicles in person, you should always ask for a copy of the company’s Certificate of Insurance to confirm adequate coverage for both vehicles and passengers in the event of accident.

Schedules and timing are critical and the company you select should be expert in understanding their customer’s requirements and at coordinating vehicles and personnel to ensure guests arrive on time. This logistical expertise is critical especially if multiple stops are involved, as in the case of a wedding – home, ceremony, photos, reception, hotel, shuttles for guests, etc. – or large events when hundreds of vehicles are coordinated.

Find a partner that delivers the combination of all of the above and you will find that they will also, in all probability, be competitively priced – they will not be cheap, but the value of the service delivered will be worth every cent.

In 1980, Ron and Jackie Stein started Exclusive Sedan Service and were joined by son Brandan in 1998. Exclusive Sedan Service is, today, co-managed by Ron and Brandan Stein, and is a model of how a modern, successful family business should be run: the Stein’s not only work well together, they work effectively and efficiently by maximizing each of their individual strengths.

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How to Hire a Photographer

There are so many factors that go into planning, and executing an incredible party, wedding, or corporate event, which is why you don't want to be without a great photographer to document the affair. I can not stress how important it is to hire the right photographer! Martin Cohen, an award winning photographer, based in Santa Monica, CA, has written a wonderful piece entitled, “How to Hire a Photographer,” that I'm pleased to present in this week's blog.



"How to Hire a Photographer by Martin Cohen"

In this day and age of digital technology, there are many talented young people who pick up a nice camera and start a photography business. Some of them are quite capable, but many of them lack knowledge and professional experience.

In choosing a photographer, enthusiasm and creativity are certainly important assets to be considered. In addition, reliability and professionalism must be key factors in your decision who is the right person for the job. Asking for credentials never hurts, and personal recommendations make a big difference as well.

Always make sure that you have seen enough samples of the photographer’s work to be confident that you are working with a pro. Written contracts can be very helpful in clarifying the specifics of the job, as well as the compensation. How many hours, how many photographs, digital or film? What resolution are the final images on the disc, will prints be included, what size? How much time between the shoot and the delivery of the final product, what terms of payment?

Many professional photographers are registered with the State Board of Equalization and are required to charge sales tax, currently 9.75% in California. This can be a serious extra charge on the larger jobs – even though photography should be considered a service (and therefore free of sales tax), that is not how the State of California looks at it. A smart way around the sales tax is to upload the photographs to an FTP address and download them electronically. As long as there are no “tangible assets” like a CD, DVD or prints that change hands, legally there is no ground to charge sales tax.

Lastly, it is important to work with people that you like and trust. If possible, schedule a meeting in advance to discuss the job. Especially for weddings and other major personal events, the report that you have with the photographer is a crucial factor in the spontaneity and the liveliness of the final images.

Martin Cohen was born and raised in the Netherlands, and has lived and worked in the United States for over 25 years. He handles corporate assignments as well as events and personal portraits. See his work at www.martincohenphotography.com or call him at 310-396-5587 to schedule an appointment at his studio

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Coffee – Making Sense of the Many Choices - Part 4

(Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party - Chapter 31, page, 172 & 173)

Alternative Uses for a Coffeemaker

A coffeemaker can also be used for:

Cocoa

Hot tea

Cider

Hot toddies

Cold beverages

Yes, you read that right — you can use a coffeemaker for cold beverages. Just remove the stem from the pot and place it somewhere you won’t lose it.

The inside should be cleaned well because it might still have a coffee smell or flavor that will get into your noncoffee beverage. If you’re making a beverage from scratch, congratulations! If not, pour a powdered beverage mix, water and ice into the coffee pot. You then have a beverage container with a spigot.

Make sure you put a card out that lists the contents in the coffee pot because otherwise everyone will assume it’s coffee.

Do not use beverages with any pulp or fruit pieces because this will clog the spigot.

This probably goes without saying, but if you’re using the coffeemaker to hold a cold beverage, don’t plug it in.

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Holiday Food Safety Tips:

The safest way to defrost a frozen turkey is in the refrigerator. Allow 24 hours of defrosting for every five pounds of turkey. Before buying your turkey, make plenty of room in your refrigerator. Make sure you have a plate big enough to accommodate the turkey, so the leaking juices do not contaminate other foods.

Before preparing the turkey, thoroughly clean the counter as well as all the equipment you'll be using. Clean immediately with hot soapy water anything, including sponges and hands, that come in contact with the raw turkey or juice.

Do not trust the "pop-up" thermometer that comes with the turkey. It's always best to check the temperature with a conventional meat thermometer. Cook the turkey until the temperature reaches 180 degrees Fahrenheit in the inner thigh.

The safest way to cook stuffing is on the stove or in the oven, but separate from the turkey.

Be sure to refrigerate leftovers within two hours of cooking the food. The turkey should be removed from the bone and used within four days.

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Coffee – Making Sense of the Many Choices - Part 3

(Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party - Chapter 31, page, 170)

How Many Cups Will You Need?

Plan on one cup of coffee per adult guest. Some people will have two, and others won’t have any at all.

Once you determine how many cups you’ll need, rent or borrow the appropriate-sized coffee-maker — either a 25-cup, 50-cup, or 100-cup maker.

Coffeemakers come with instructions, but if those instructions are lost, just look inside and follow the little notches indicating how much water you should add in order to make the number of cups you want.

Special Tip: When using more than one large coffeemaker (for instance, a 25-, 50-, or 100-cup brewer), never plug them into the same outlet while they’re brewing. Otherwise, you may overload the circuit. Once the coffee is brewed, you can then plug the coffeemakers into the same outlet. They utilize less power when the brewing process has been completed.

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Coffee – Making Sense of the Many Choices - Part 2

(Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party - Chapter 31, page, 169.)

A cup of coffee is only as good as the water used to make it. Always start with cold filtered or bottled water.

Use clean equipment. When oils get trapped inside the coffeemaker, the coffee you brew will contain unpleasant-tasting remnants.

Running water through your filter will help keep it clean. Large-capacity coffeemakers will reach temperatures between 180 and 200 degrees.

Make sure to keep the unit clean. If it isn’t clean, the thermostat will not sense the temperature correctly and the coffee will not be as hot as it should be.

It’s always a good idea to provide decaffeinated along with regular coffee. Be sure to indicate which coffee has caffeine and which is decaffeinated. One simple and creative way of doing this is by noting each on place cards using calligraphy.

If you’re going to serve only one type of coffee, make it decaffeinated. Because of allergies or medical reasons, some of your guests might not be able to have caffeine.

Coffee condiments can help to make a good cup of coffee even better. For a little extra flair, you can also provide creamers, fun flavorings, and an assortment of spices and sweeteners for your coffee bar, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, mocha, and vanilla.

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Coffee – Making Sense of the Many Choices - Part 1

(Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party - Chapter 31, page, 167.)

For a great pick-me-up, coffee is one of the most fundamental elements to any great party or event. And yet it is often forgotten in the planning. Hosting a party is an enormous task, with food and alcoholic beverages being the top priority in the party giver’s mind. This may be the biggest reason that coffee is overlooked. Or maybe it’s sub-conscious, stemming from the anxiety of having to make a good cup of coffee for dozens of people. Fear not — I’m here to rescue you from your coffee worries forever!

When buying loose coffee beans, crack a bean between your fingernails. If it cracks easily and you smell the vibrant aroma, it’s fresh. Old coffee is rubbery, will have a flat smell, and will sometimes
give off a rancid odor.

Purchase whole-bean coffee and grind it at the store. Do this a couple of days in advance. Great coffee will still be great a day or two after grinding.

Keep your coffee as fresh as possible by storing it in an airtight container. Bag it and squeeze out the excess air. Store the coffee in a cool, dark place.

Never freeze your opened coffee. In the freezer it is exposed to moisture, which will change the flavor.

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PartyCharlie Life Styles and Travel - Dark Cloud over Aruba

(Now Sharing Lifestyle, & Travel Tips... Enjoy!)


Three reasons to stay away from Aruba
Having traveled the globe over the years and being in the hospitality business for most of my life, I know a good thing when I find it. Yes I must confess it was my first time in Aruba. An Island my sister Rose is fond of. So when I got the assignment to head out there I was like a kid in a candy store.

Let’s start with the three reasons to stay away from Aruba
Reason one. If you don’t like nice people then stay away. Reason two. If you don’t like Amazing Restaurants, homemade ice cream, enjoying a romantic candle light dinner for two on the beach, then stay away. And Reason three. If you don’t like sunny weather, blue skies, gentle breezes and turquoise water, boating, kayaking, giant water slides …then definitely stay away. This island is not for you!

Ok, so I’m being a bit sarcastic, and yes there was a dark cloud over there, one day out of nine days and that day it rained a bit…then back to paradise.
With all the hoopla about the island not being safe due to the story about that poor unfortunate gal who disappeared and assumed murdered, you would think the island is like walking around the outskirts of Washington DC. Yes the Nations capital~!
And that’s a whole other story.

But back to paradise! Ahhhh!!! Aruba!
My Travel Partner actress Tasha Tacosa boost that she has never felt so safe on a vacation, and yes this island is perfect for newlyweds, couples, friends looking to get away, family’s with small children or the corporation looking to host a cooperate event, seminar or conference.

Tasha and I met up with the general manager of the Radisson hotel Rob Smith who has been on the Island for 14 years he tells us that the Radisson is currently pumping 27 million into the hotel and property. We personally loved the hotel and the four diamond Sunset Grille restaurant. The Amazing stretch of beach, the talking parrots and all the amentias hotel had to offer. We chatted about the islands Desalination Plant being the seconds largest in the world and among the world’s cleanest water. Rob Smith says there is a high level of education with children having to speak three languages before they can graduate. The official and most widely spoken language is Papiamento (or Papiamentu). Papiamentu is a mixture of Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, English, French, and it also has some Arawak Indian and African influences. A few more facts, 82 % of the people on the island own their own home. The island is 19.6 miles long and about 6 mile across and is under Dutch Law, outside the hurricane belt make a perfect travel destination. So next vacation… make it Aruba!

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Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party - Chapter 33, pages, 182, & 183.

Volunteers – Making The Most Of Them -
Part 2

Friends who have volunteered to assist at the party, can help you organize your party, lend and/or gather borrow-ed equipment, be there when the rental truck arrives, andso on. Here’s how to make the most of them.

Ask for help! Here are a few reasons we say we don’t need help:

1. We don’t want our guests to feel as though they’re “singing for their supper.” Asking a guest to help with one small task can make a big difference, so don’t be shy — ask!

2. We want everyone to think of us as Supermen and Superwomen who can put together a party for a hundred guests without any help at all.

3. We’re sometimes afraid that when a friend asks if he or she can help, the guest is only doing so because it’s an obligation rather than a sincere desire to be of assistance.

Here’s what happens when you just say YES:

1. You get much-needed assistance.

2. Your guests get the pride of knowing they’ve helped you put together a great event.

3. Everyone who comes to the party enjoys how seam- lessly and smoothly everything runs.

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On Friday, June 18th, the prestigious Bel-Air Magazine Launch Party, was the place to be! I had the pleasure, and honor to be the producer of this incredible event, benefiting the Children's Hospital, Los Angeles. The party was a spectacular success! Bel-Air Magazine is something you really want to get your hands on. This glossy work of art, is packed with design, film, fashion, entertaining, and so much more. Over 700 VIP guests packed one the most spectacular homes in the world, to celebrate the release of this gorgeous magazine. It was glitz, and glamour as far as the eye can see. Click on the image below, to watch a short video that I put together from that wonderful event!

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Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party - Chapter 33, pages, 182, & 183.

Volunteers – Making The Most Of Them

Recognize when you need help. We all like to have the pride of doing things on our own, but putting together a party is a big endeavor (even with all my guidance and tips). So recognize when you’re feeling a little overwhelmed, and rather than allowing yourself to burn out, turn to volunteers.

Use my PartyCharlie Checklist at the end of my book to determine in which areas you could use assistance.

Make a list of equipment you need to borrow and assign this task to a volunteer.

Make a list of the times when you expect rental deliveries, such as for tables and chairs. Don’t forget that if you’re allowing one of your volunteers to do this, he or she needs to check in every rental piece so you don’t get charged for something that was damaged or never arrived.

Invite your volunteers to choose a job they would enjoy doing. People are more likely to do something well if they really care about it.

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On Friday, June 18th, the prestigious Bel-Air Magazine Launch Party, will be one of the hottest tickets in town. Where you ask? Well darling, Bel-Air of course! I have the pleasure, and honor to be producing this wonderful event, benefiting the Children's Hospital, Los Angeles. This event is invitation only!

Fundraising parties are a hot topic these days. I've been receiving a lot of emails on the subject. Most people feel overwhelmed, with the prospect of putting together such an event. But I'm here to tell you, that with a little bit of planning, you can host a successful, fun party that will raise money for your important cause.

Organization is the key to any winning fundraiser. Pick a date, secure your space, and decide what method you will use to raise funds. A combination of admission price, along with an auction can maximize profits for your event. Asking friends to donate their time, and services is great way to cut costs, and increase net income! Invite anyone, and everyone that might have an interest in your project. When the lights go down at the end of your event, your job is not over. Send thank you notes, and keep everyone that attended, informed about the progress of your project.

Create a time line, stay focused, and everything will fall into place!

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A Memorial Day Party is a great opportunity to bring your friends and family together. Your local park makes a great location for a Memorial Day Party.

Make sure you call your local parks department early and reserve a space for your party.

Over-sized blankets are perfect for any picnic. Bring along some plastic sheeting to protect the blankets in case the ground is moist.

Use one picnic basket for food and bring along another for dishware, glasses and other utensils.

Extra-strength paper plates are great for a big picnic as well as colorful Milmac plates.

Thermal flasks are very important.

The local supermarket has a fantastic array of colorful plastic glasses. They add so much to the overall presentation of your picnic.

Always bring a tablecloth, and an old sheet to use as an under liner.
Flowers will add a touch of elegance to your outdoor affair.

Clean-up is a very important part of any party. Don't forget to bring plenty of plastic garbage bags and paper towels.

And most importantly, pack sunscreen, and a first-aid kit.

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This month's party tips, are taken directly from my book; “Party Planning Secrets, The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” This month's excerpt, is from chapter 6, page 38 & 39.


Saving Money on Rentals and Disposable Ware.

Consider using disposable plates and plastic tumblers rather than china and glassware. Some disposable ware now comes with stylish designs.

It is less expensive to buy than glassware is to rent, and you don’t have to worry about cleaning or breakage charges. For some parties, it’s OK to mix plastic ware for food and glassware for beverage, or vice versa.

Go to www.partycharlie.com for offers on disposable ware shipped to your home.

If you’re renting equipment, dishware, or glassware, delegate someone to check each item before signing the delivery order. Unless you note the damaged or soiled pieces on the
delivery ticket before you sign it, you will be charged when the goods are returned.

If you’re renting plates, be sure to rinse them so they’re free of food before you return them. Rental companies often charge a cleaning fee for dried-on food.

Avoid late charges by returning all rental items on time.

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BEVERLY HILLS -- The Crown Jewels social club, a group of 50 philanthropic women in the Beverly Hills area who select their own Royal titles and meet four times a year for fun and frolic, held their annual Royal Purple Luncheon at Spagos in Beverly Hills last week. This years special guest speaker was Charlie Scola, aka Party Charlie, the renowned celebrity party planner, caterer, actor, author and columnist who shared his party planning secrets (from his new book) to the more than 80 purple-clad guests. The Board of the Crown Jewels includes President Gail Dauer; Vice President & Social Director Marci Weiner; Treasurer Marlene Ridgley; Secretary Eleanor Moscatel; plus Annie Lehrer and Grace Scherrer. Other members in attendance included Beverly Cohen (owner of the Four Seasons Hotel), Producer Loreen Arbus, Grace Robbins Barnes (former wife of Harold Robbins) and Shelly Sterling (wife of LA Clippers owner Donald Sterling). Members and guests enjoyed decorating champagne glasses and participating in a raffle that included Charlies book Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide to a Successful Party. Past guest speakers have included TV host Leeza Gibbons, Jackie Kallen (the First lady of Boxing), Broadway Producer and Author Sharleen Cooper Cohen, and Barbara Lazaroff, Co-Owner of Spago. For more information, please contact:

Bob Mazza | (310) 994-4847 | mazzaefx@earthlink.net


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Members of The Crown Jewels social club surround special guest speaker Charlie Scola (aka Party Charlie) at their annual Royal Purple Luncheon at Spagos in Beverly Hills last week. Pictured (left to right): Gail Dauer, Annie Lehrer, Marlene Ridgley, PartyCharlie, Marci Weiner and Eleanor Moscatel.


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Charlie Scola (aka Party Charlie) presents an autographed copy of his new book "Party Planning Secrets: the Ultimate Guide to a Successful Party" to Wolfgang Puck during a special luncheon appearance for the Crown Jewels social club at Spago's. Also pictured is Charlie's and actress Tasha Tacosa.

For the ultimate in Party Tips, read my book; “Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Go to: http://www.atlasbooks.com/marktplc/02172.htm to purchase!

My “Five Steps for Creating the Energy for an Outrageously Successful Party,” will provide you with all the necessary ingredients to plan and host memorable events that you and your guests will rave about. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, grand opening, holiday party or family celebration, let my 30+ years in the party planning and catering business be your guide to hosting an outrageously successful and stress-free event. Order your book today!

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“Party Planning Secrets, The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Chapter 6, page 37 & 38.

Saving Money on Your Venue:

If you’re having a large party for which you need a venue other than your home, consider lower-cost alternative locations like local parks, community centers, church and synagogue social halls, lodges, or clubs, or call your local Chamber of Commerce for information about other venues.

In terms of renting locations, Fridays and Sundays are usually less in demand than Saturdays. Some facilities will discount their rates on thesedays, so ask for the discount.Book your venue in advance. You can often avoid extra fees for booking early. If you’re booking a venue at the last minute and
the hall is available, ask for a special deal. The venue management would much rather have someone use the space than let it go empty.

For the ultimate in Party Tips, read my book; “Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Go to: http://www.atlasbooks.com/marktplc/02172.htm to purchase!

My “Five Steps for Creating the Energy for an Outrageously Successful Party,” will provide you with all the necessary ingredients to plan and host memorable events that you and your guests will rave about. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, grand opening, holiday party or family celebration, let my 30+ years in the party planning and catering business be your guide to hosting an outrageously successful and stress-free event. Order your book today!

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Charlie Scola, aka... PartyCharlie is roaring into March like a lion! Last Sunday I appeared on the TV Guide Channel’s hottest show, “The Fashion Team,” with host Daphne Brogdon.



And things just keep getting more exciting… I am featured in this month’s issue of “Every Day – with Rachael Ray Magazine. Click on the picture below to read the article, or run to the nearest newsstand, and pick up one, or a dozen, or more copies…




















For the ultimate in Party Tips, read my book; “Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Go to: http://www.atlasbooks.com/marktplc/02172.htm to purchase!

My “Five Steps for Creating the Energy for an Outrageously Successful Party,” will provide you with all the necessary ingredients to plan and host memorable events that you and your guests will rave about. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, grand opening, holiday party or family celebration, let my 30+ years in the party planning and catering business be your guide to hosting an outrageously successful and stress-free event. Order your book today!

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This month's party tips, is taken directly from my book; “Party Planning Secrets, The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” This excerpt is from chapter 6, page 35.

Money – How to Save It and Tips on Getting Discounts - Part 2

Choose the day of your party wisely. Most services (including catering, venue and equipment rentals, and entertainment) usually cost more on Saturdays and during high-demand seasons. By avoiding the dates listed in Chapter 9, “Date and Time – The
Best Choice for Your Party,” you may be able to get better prices.

Hold your event in the late afternoon or late evening. That way you can serve cocktails and hors d’oeuvres rather than a full meal. Remember, you’ll need to indicate on your
invitations that it’s a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres party so guests are aware it’s not a dinner party.

Having an early afternoon event may include a full lunch, but you’ll save money on beverages. Alcohol consumption is significantly lower
during an afternoon event versus an evening event.

Merchants pay a fee to process a credit card transaction. Ask rental companies and service providers for a discount if you pay in cash. Always get a receipt.

For the ultimate in Party Tips, read my book; “Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Go to: http://www.atlasbooks.com/marktplc/02172.htm to purchase!

My “Five Steps for Creating the Energy for an Outrageously Successful Party,” will provide you with all the necessary ingredients to plan and host memorable events that you and your guests will rave about. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, grand opening, holiday party or family celebration, let my 30+ years in the party planning and catering business be your guide to hosting an outrageously successful and stress-free event. Order your book today!

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Charlie Scola, affectionately known as PartyCharlie, is available to entertain your club, or charity.

Speaking dates are limited, and going fast – ACT NOW!

Fun Benefits:

Entertaining: PartyCharlie engages the whole group!

Interactive: Learn fun decorating ideas that’s sure to WOW the crowd!

Educational: Learn time, and cost cutting secrets!

Learn Marketing: It’s not just a PARTY! Make it a marketing event, for your charity, club, or employees!

The Bonus!

Learn to create the Energy, and keep it going. to have an OUTRAGEOUSLY SUCCESSFUL EVENT OR PARTY!

Make your event uplifting for your guests, or employees... One that they will remember!

Please E-mail your request to: speakingengagements@charliescola.com

Include, date, club, charity, or company, and location, time, and approximate number of guests.

Some of the groups PartyCharlie has presented to:

Stray Cat Alliance

Sherry Lansing Humanitarian Awards

The Hals Awards

Make a Wish Foundation, Greater L.A.

Rotary of Century City

Greystone Mansion Women’s Luncheon

Children’s Hospital

Beverly Hills Women’s Club

UCLA Business Club

Sand and Sea Speakers Club

Rotary of Malibu

And many more!

For the ultimate in Party Tips, read my book; “Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Go to: http://www.atlasbooks.com/marktplc/02172.htm to purchase!

My “Five Steps for Creating the Energy for an Outrageously Successful Party,” will provide you with all the necessary ingredients to plan and host memorable events that you and your guests will rave about. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, grand opening, holiday party or family celebration, let my 30+ years in the party planning and catering business be your guide to hosting an outrageously successful and stress-free event. Order your book today!

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This month's party tips, is taken directly from my book; “Party Planning Secrets, The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Given the economy, it's a perfect way to start the new year. This excerpt is from chapter 6, pages, 34, & 35.

Money – How to Save It and Tips on Getting Discounts - Part 1

Here’s the deal — money isn’t funny, and you won’tbe laughing if you spend more than you have to. Use my
book as a party-planning guide rather than hiring a party planner. Trust yourself. You can throw the PartyCharlie Perfect Party. Here are some general tips:

Consider co-hosting your party with friends or relatives. A joint party takes some coordinating, but sharing in costs can really make it worthwhile.

Consider the number of guests carefully. The enthusiasm of throwing a party coupled with wanting to make sure you have plenty of guests can make for a longer guest list and a greater expenditure than need be.

The length of the party directly correlates with how much money you’ll spend on food, beverages, disposable ware, and any staff/labor you may need. You don’t need to have a party for six or seven hours. A typical party runs about four hours, weddings about five hours.

For the ultimate in Party Tips, read my book; “Party Planning Secrets: The Ultimate Guide To A Successful Party.” Go to: http://www.atlasbooks.com/marktplc/02172.htm to purchase!

My “Five Steps for Creating the Energy for an Outrageously Successful Party,” will provide you with all the necessary ingredients to plan and host memorable events that you and your guests will rave about. Whether you’re planning a fundraiser, grand opening, holiday party or family celebration, let my 30+ years in the party planning and catering business be your guide to hosting an outrageously successful and stress-free event. Order your book today!

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