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Booklists - Special Occasions

Planning a party to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or a reunion of family and friends? Hosting a shower for a bride or mother-to-be?
The Downers Grove Public Library has books and resources to help you plan and achieve a perfect occasion. The following is just a sample of titles that are available.

Entertaining at Home

641.5 GUI
Cooking Club: Great Ideas & Delicious Recipes for Fabulous Get-Togethers by Dina Guillen - 2009

641.53 BLA
Afternoon Tea Parties by Susannah Blake - 2008

641.53 STE
Tea Party: 20 Themed Tea Parties with Recipes for Every Occasion, from Fabulous Showers to Intimate Gatherings by Tracy Stern - 2007

641.555 PHI
You’ve Got It Made: Deliciously Easy Meals to Make Now and Bake Later by Diane Phillips - 2008

641.568 ATT
Cooking for Friends by Alison Attenborough - 2008

641.5784 ADL
BBQ Bash: The Be-All, End-All Party Guide, from Barefoot to Black Tie by Karen Adler - 2008

641.658 WOR
Seriously Simple Holidays: Recipes and Ideas to Celebrate the Season by Diane Rossen Worthington - 2007

641.812 FAL
Great Party Dips by Peggy Fallon - 2009

641.812 NIM
Gourmet Game Night: Bite-Sized, Mess-Free Eating for Board-Game Parties, Bridge Clubs, Poker Nights, Book Groups, and More by Cynthia C. Nims - 2010

641.812 RAT
Party Snacks! 50 Simple, Stylish Recipes to Make You a Popular Party Host by A.J. Rathbun - 2008

641.82 AND
Perfect One-Dish Dinners: All You Need for Easy Get-Togethers by Pam Anderson - 2010

641.8654 OLS
The Cookie Party Cookbook: The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Cookie Exchange by Robin L. Olson - 2010

642.4 ARM
Small Bites, Big Nights: Seductive Little Plates for Intimate Occasions and Lavish Parties by Govind Armstrong - 2007

642.4 BRO
Katie Brown’s Outdoor Entertaining: Taking the Party Outside by Katie Brown - 2007

642.4 BUS
Simple Stunning Parties at Home: Recipes, Ideas, and Inspirations for Creative Entertaining by Karen Bussen - 2009

642.4 CMO
C’mon Over: Hastle-Free, Hussle-Free Entertaining - 2007

642.4 FON
Parties That Wow: Setting the Stage for Creative Entertaining by Jonathan Fong - 2007

642.4 JOH
Perfect Parties: Tips and Advice from a New York Party Planner by Linnea Johansson - 2007

642.4 ROE
A Passion for Parties by Carolyne Roehm 2006

642.4 TUN
Instyle Parties: The Complete Guide to Easy, Elegant Entertaining by Jennifer Tung - 2009

745.5941 FAM
FamilyFun Homemade Holidays: 150 Festive Crafts, Recipes, Gifts & Parties - 2009

793.2 KEN
The Art and Craft of Entertaining by Kimberly Kennedy - 2005

793.2 TUT
The Party Planner by David Tutera - 2005

DVD 642 CRE
The Creative Party Guide - 2008

Special Events

Baby Showers

793.2 ELL
Baby Showers: Original Ideas for an Unforgettable Day by Amy Elliott - 2008

793.2 HIL
The Everything Baby Shower Book: Throw a Memorable Event for the Mother-to-Be by Sabrina Hill - 2008

793.2 LON
Themed Baby Showers: From Mother Goose to Noah’s Ark: Hundreds of Creative Shower Ideas by Becky Long - 2003

793.2 PEN
Games Galore for Baby Showers: 80+ Fun Games and Activities (Brand New Ideas and Traditional Favorites) to Celebrate Baby’s Arrival by Shari Ann Pence - 2006

Bridal Showers

793.2 ADA
Wedding Showers: Ideas and Recipes for the Perfect Party by Michele Adams - 2000

793.2 BUS
Simple Stunning Wedding Showers: Festive Ideas and Inspiration for Perfect Pre-Wedding Parties by Karen Bussen - 2006

793.2 CLA
Bridal Showers: Special Touches and Unique Ideas for Throwing a Fabulous Shower by Beverly Clark - 2000

793.2 DEW
Creative Wedding Showers: Handmade Invitations, Decorations, Games, Planning Tips, Menu Ideas and More! by Laurie Dewberry - 2005