Party on our Side of the Pond

You can not turn on the t.v. or pick up a magazine without seeing a story about Prince William and Kate Middleton's royal wedding. If it is anything like Charles and Diana's wedding, it will be a fairytale and will be a sight to see. I know that the residents in my community are looking forward to watching it.

I am planning to have an event around this special day. We will have special brunch in our Auditorium where the residents will be able to watch the broadcast. It will be a fancy event. Residents will be invited to come wearing their best hat and attire. The menu will include favorites from across the pond and U.S. favorites too.

I will have the computer set up so that those who want to sign into the official guest book for the wedding can do so, and feel a part of the really big viewing guest list that will be watching from around the world.

Are you hosting a party at our place? If so, please take a moment to share your ideas. In case you don't know, the wedding will take place on April 29. You still have time to make a plan and celebrate this memorable event in your community.

Here is a new link that tells you the schedule of the day. Don't forget there is a time change! (5 hrs ahead of us here in FL)

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