When planning any party or event, you should have an organized task list. Whether you are planning a child's birthday party or a fundraiser for your non-profit organization, your event should be well thought out. You wouldn't want your guests to be thirsty or to run out of cake.

Simplystated.com gives the following 5 tips for any party:
1. Pick a theme: it helps when deciding on decorations and food.

2. Start early: If you start collecting decorations early for your event, you won't have to rush at the last  minute and it gives you time to order online.

3. Shortcuts are your friend: Make simple recipes, plan simple games...don't over extend yourself!

4. Set up stations: Have drinks and food at different locations to avoid "traffic jams".

5. Take 15 (or 30) for yourself: Pretend the party is starting sooner than it actually is, so that you can have everything ready in plenty of time and can take a peaceful moment for yourself before the business of the party begins.

Here is a list of websites that we found to help with your party/event planning.
www.celebrations.com
www.evite.com
www.divinedinnerparty.com
www.fundraisingip.com