Party planning experts say to send out invites at least 6 weeks in advance. That can give guests ample time to mark their social calendars — and prepare for the big bash. Read on for more tips.

People still talk about that party *years* later, so I'm convinced that a unique party theme is the perfect way to make your celebration one to remember. And it doesn't have to be super complicated.

When the first torchbearers departed from New York City in May of 1984, the “Olympic Fanfare and Theme” was played live as a sendoff. American composer John Williams was commissioned to ...