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Gather for a Fall Porch Party
Now is the perfect time to embrace the season's slightly chilly evenings. Pull out mugs for sipping cider, bring out old quilts to wrap around the little ones, and don't forget to include the cozy warmth of an outdoor fireplace.

The best part about a porch party is the harvest of entertaining ideas, such as a pumpkin-carving party, book club, or wine tasting. Click on the links below to locate menus, wine pairings, and tasty seasonal recipes.

PORCH PARTY MENUS

  • Creamy Fall Soups
  • Celebrate Fall
  • Top-Rated Menu: Fall Porch Party
  • Cozy Beverages for Chilly Days

  • OUTDOOR ROOMS

  • Outdoor Fireplaces
  • Comfortable Outdoor Porch
  • Autumn's Outdoor Room




  • WINE TASTING

  • Casual Outdoor Gathering
  • Wine and Cheese Party: No Experience Necessary
  • An Easy Party You Can Do

  • PUMPKINS

  • Pumpkins With Pizzazz
  • Pumpkin Painting Neighborhood Party
  • Celebrate the Season


  • "Gather for a Fall Porch Party" is from the October 2005 issue of Southern Living.

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