Summer

Summer break starts winding down, and many families look for one more reason to gather before the school year begins. A back-to-school bash is a fun way to celebrate the final weeks of summer, reconnect with friends and neighbors, and send kids off to a new school year on a high note.

These gatherings tend to be more relaxed than a graduation party or a big holiday event, but that doesn’t mean they should be an afterthought. A little planning goes a long way toward making the day feel special for kids and manageable for the adults hosting it