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An Outdoor Thanksgiving Celebration

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With Thanksgiving near, we’re all trying to make plans for a festive start to the holidays.  Luckily for us in Texas, it means cool, crisp weather.  We’ve got a few great ideas on how to make your Thanksgiving celebration fun for everyone. Set the Mood by Your Pool With Your Outdoor Tablescape Nothing says Thanksgiving like a warmly lit,brightly decorated …

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Tips For Your Holiday Pool Party

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It may be starting to get cooler, but luckily for Texas, it’s one of the best times of year for outdoor activities! Whether for your family or a casual office gathering, we’ve got some great ideas for a holiday party around the pool. Set the Mood When it’s cold out in Texas, we enjoy a good outdoor fire.  If you’re …

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Tips For An Awesome Fall Themed Pool Party

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Fall is in the air, but the warm Texas weather means pool season might not be over just yet! Which creates the perfect situation for a fall-themed pool party. We already shared a few tips on creating a spooky themed pool party, but what about all those other fall occasions? Here are some fun ideas for planning a fall themed …

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Halloween Pool Party Ideas

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Halloween is just around the corner! This year, skip the boring big-box store Halloween decorations and use your swimming pool as a spooky centerpiece. Whether you are planning a pool party, hosting a haunted house, or just want to thrill the neighborhood trick-or-treaters, there are plenty of ways to use your swimming pool to create a scary adventure. Here are …

All-Time Best Swimming Pool Games

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Does playing games in the pool bring back childhood memories of long afternoons in the pool? Here is a list of the top all-time favorite swimming pool games to keep kids and teens alike entertained. Keep in mind, playing games may make it more difficult to notice a swimmer who is struggling to stay afloat, so only play games with …

Why Your Swimming Pool Is the Ultimate Summer Staycation

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Here are 3 interesting facts about Texas: Texas is the second warmest US state  during the summer months. Texas has the second most residential swimming pools per capita Texas is also the hardest working state  given that 5 of its cities (Arlington, Fort Worth, Austin, Dallas and Houston) appear in the list of top 10 hardest-working US cities. Put all …

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5 Easy Tips for a Care-Free Pool Party

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1.    Break you Party Down into Smaller Pieces and get Things Done Ahead of Time •    Send out invitations 3-4 weeks before the pool party. •    Purchase items like paper plates, napkins, forks, etc a week before your party. •    Make the food the night before. •    Have your family clean up the house the day before. 2.    Delegate •    …

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Red, White and Blue – Have a 4th of July Pool Party!

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Who cares if this important holiday falls in the beginning, on Hump Day, or the end of the week, the 4th of July is the most celebrated holiday in the USA after Christmas.  We can’t help but express how proud we are of being Americans.  Compared to other holiday parties we’ve written about, 4th of July Pool Parties are easy …

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Master Checklist: How to Host the Perfect Pool Party

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Hoping to be the envy of your neighbors by throwing the pool party of the year? You’ve come to the right place! With a few easy steps, tips, and checklists to help your party be a major success. Pre-Party Just like Grandma’s chocolate chip cookies, the perfect party has needs a “recipe” to help make sure you have everything you …

Christmas Themed Pool Party

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Sounds quirky, but a Christmas themed pool party may be the coolest thing you do all summer. In fact, with an indoor pool, this party could be enjoyed anytime of year. Besides, it’s always fun to have a reason to pull your Christmas decorations out of storage and decorate! Food •    The key to this party is light finger food …

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Hawaiian Luau Themed Pool Party

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Summertime is the perfect time to visit the tropical islands of Hawaii all from the comfort of your own backyard. Your friends will love relaxing in your pool during your Hawaiian Luau Party! This can be as themed or simple as you would like. Try some of these ideas to bring the islands to you and your friends. Decorations: This …

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Kid’s Birthday Pool Party

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If your child has a summer birthday a pool party is the perfect way to gather his or her friends from school back together to celebrate! In fact, because the pool is the main attraction, planning and hosting this birthday party is fairly simple. Before you Have a Pool Party: •    Make sure you review child pool safety tips. Always …

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The Perfect Kid’s Pool Party

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It’s no secret; when it gets hot outside kids want to go to the pool! Some of our most cherished childhood memories happened splashing around the pool with our friends and it’s no surprise that your kids will want to do the same thing. Whether they’re in the kiddie pool or the “big” pool, here a few sure-fire ways to …

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Throw a Pool Party for Your Teen

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We all know that the teenage years can be difficult on teens as well as parents. However, your teen will always remember, and maybe even be secretly pleased with, the pool party you throw for him or her this summer. Here are some ideas for a successful teen party. Note: Consult your teen about any of these ideas. Let him …

Beach Music Playlist

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Are you looking for the perfect beach themed music playlist? Well look no further. This beach music playlist will help your party be a real splash! •   ” The Tide is High” by Blondie •    “Vacation” by The Go Gos •    “Mambo # 5″ by Lou Bega •   ” Surfin USA” by The Beach Boys •    “Itsty Bitsy Teenie Weenie …