40s Theme Party

Recently I planned a 40s-themed party for a Ft. Worth area chapter of the Lions Club. This chapter was celebrating their 75^th anniversary in 2015 so they wanted to have a 40s-themed party as they were established in 1940. I was so excited and thankful that the president of the chapter chose my company, Meetings and Milestones, to plan the party! First of all, I LOVE event planning. Secondly, I love research so this was right up my alley.  After I researched available venues in the area, the club decided on one that was conveniently located and had a beautiful room of ample size. I found a graphic designer who worked with me until we had an invitation design that the club liked that showed a couple dancing dressed in 40s attire.  The invitation included a listing of local shops I found where guests could purchase or rent 40s clothes for the party. Many guests did attend in 40s evening wear which added to the fun of the party.  I also collaborated with an event decorator who displayed 40s movie posters in lighted frames at the entryway. In addition, we booked a 40s band that provided wonderful entertainment. After dinner, it was time for dancing. Those folks can really dance! As it was also a fund raiser for the chapter, there was an auction offering several items. It was a blast! People really got into the bidding and I gave the winning bid on a poster from Casablanca! I so enjoyed working with this group and am so pleased their party was a huge success.