My Party P.O.V.: Giving back...A Murder in the Wild West

Festivities loves to give back. For the past 5 years we have enjoyed working with the Ryan Gibson Foundation on their annual One Particular Harbor (OPH) fundraiser. While Ryan lost his battle with leukemia, his family and friends continue to work tirelessly in an effort to raise money for a cure.

For the past 4 years, Craig and myself, along with friends Randy & Christine Meier and Darren & Susan Cunningham have donated a dinner party for the auction at OPH. The first year we produced an 5-course plated, gourmet meal. Next we did a big pasta party for a large group. Last year we did a 'Nawlin's style Mardi Gras murder myster dinner. This year we stayed with the mystery theme, but went to the Wild West.

We girls sure enjoy the planning of these events. It's a great excuse for us to have lunch together.

We go all out! No caterers here. We do it all!

Even the fellas have their roles.

There is a great resource on the web if you want to host your own murder mystery. Visit mymysteryparty.com. They don't miss a detail. The cost is minimal and the benefits are huge. Below is an excerpt of what you get when you download the party.

MURDEROUS TABLE OF CONTENTS

List of Characters

General Instructions for the Host

How to Play a Murder Mystery – Guests Instructions

Optional Pre-game Round

Round One – Cocktail Hour

Round Two – Dinner Hour

Victim Sign

Murder Mystery Investigation Sheets

Round Three - Solution Round with Coffee and Dessert

Name Tags

Menu Suggestions