MAIN Home Life Entertaining Anniversary Party

As with any celebration, standing on ceremony is not much fun, so the more light-hearted your approach to anniversary party planning, the more enjoyable the celebration will be for everyone.

While family or close friends usually are called upon to make the arrangements, anniversary couples themselves can host the celebration as formal, or as casual, as they please.

The gathering is usually not formal unless it is a milestone - such as the 25th silver or 50th golden anniversary, and it may (or may not!) strictly follow anniversary gift giving by year, but the details are really up to the planner.

Even the most important milestone anniversary may be celebrated with a casual backyard barbecue — if it that's what makes for a more memorable party ...

Wedding Anniversary Party Planning - This UK site includes everything from tips on sending invitations thru party decorations, favors and gift ideas, plus a section of the site just for US visitors.

Wedding Anniversary Menus - From the Food Network, complete with recipes for anniversary cakes, or honoriing your spouse with breakfast in bed, an elegant tea party, or dinner for two ....

Perfect Celebration - Expert tips on party themes, fun activities and list of gift ideas

Annivesary Party Ideas - Visitor-contributed ideas with 'been-there' tips on hosting memorable anniversary celebrations.

Anniversary Ideas - Literally hundreds of creative and imaginative ways for couples to say 'I love you' with thoughtful gestures and special gift ideas.

Anniversary E-Cards - A very nice selection of ecards that focus only on anniversaries. Every milestone year is covered, including cards for couples to send to each other.