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Parent's 30th Anniversary

My parent's 30th wedding anniversary is coming up in late April and I really would like to do something for them, albeit small. I was thinking of inviting my MIL and her boyfriend and some of my parents very close friends. All of the people invited understand my husband and I are newlyweds (most of them were even at our wedding 5 months ago). We don't have a lot of money in our budget but I want to at least do something for my parents. They are high school sweethearts and they're marriage has been such a wonderful example to me my whole life. They've shown me that things may not always be perfect but that doesn't mean you throw in the towel. Would it be tacky to have a few people for a nice small gathering and make hors d'oeuvres but ask people to bring their own drinks? My parents aren't planning on taking time to do something for themselves and I think they would enjoy a nice, fun evening.  

Re: Parent's 30th Anniversary

  • Your day sounds lovely. I do think it would be a nice gesture (though not required) to have some champagne, cava or other sparkling beverage on hand. One bottle gets you about 10 pours, so if you're just having a few people over, you could easily provide this for $15-20 (2-3 bottles). Then you can say 'champagne provided' and leave it at that. A lot of guests might even bring wine to the event--I'd certainly consider doing that for the hostess.
  • Ditto the provide the wines.  It is rude to ask your guests to provide beverages.

    I might ask people to write down their favorite story about your parents or a paragraph about how your parents' marriage has inspired them.  I would assemble them in a Snapfish book with pictures and present it to your parents. 

  • Thanks for the advice everyone! I just want to do something casual but fun for them. My mom and I had even gone to pick out a new wedding band and ring (hers is absolutely minuscule and I told my dad she deserves an upgrade) but because of some recent changes, he doesn't want to spend the money on it. I think overall, it's the thought that counts and I just hope they enjoy themselves.
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