Easy Outdoor Entertaining: Plan a Picnic Potluck

Share the work and expense of hosting a summer party by organizing a potluck in the park. Keep these 10 tips in mind.

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Coordinate the Menu

Ask friends to bring a favorite picnic food, or divide up the ingredients for a build-your-own sandwich buffet. Prepare Fun Sandwich Cutouts for the kids. Fruit Skewers are a convenient and pretty way to serve up what's in season. Make sure you have enough paper goods, drinks and ice on hand. Photo by Leslie Judson.

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