Entertainment
Just because you have some Beyoncé party tunes on your iPod doesn’t mean you’re a qualified DJ. Keep your options open when seeking entertainment for your party. Music is a popular option, but keep in mind the tone and feel of the party. Do you want your musical act to be front and center, or do you want it to serve as background music? These party guests were serenaded by the easygoing sounds of Columbia native Jase Ryan, who plays a plethora of music options. “Everything from scripture to drinking beer,” he says jokingly. To book him for an event, call 573-823-5913.
Tips and tricks
Setting your drink down or losing it altogether is inevitably going to happen at a party. Wine charms are overdone, so take a creative spin on labeling guests’ glasses. Paint the bottom of cheap wine glasses with chalkboard paint, and then create a space for wine drinkers to decorate their glasses using chalkboard markers. There’s no need to spend tons of money on new outdoor seating. A beautiful, affordable and comfortable outdoor space can be created using an area rug and outdoor pillows. It creates the perfect environment for enjoying some live entertainment. If your party is predominantly outdoors, don’t be afraid to drag indoor furniture outside, as long as the weather is cooperating with you. Coffee tables, end tables and drink carts all help decorate while creating functional spaces for your guests to utilize during the party. 76 | JUNE/JULY 2014