Everybody loves a good time, right? The perfect party involves everyone's participation, has good music, and leaves everyone smiling. But in order to achieve this, proper planning is needed. Here's a list of things you can do to make your next event a success: TRIVIA CARDS: Put 'em on every table if you can. CONTESTS: Ask the crowd who's oldest, who's traveled furthest, number of grandchildren, etc. ROAST: Choose a victim, like the guest of honor, and tell a few friends tothink up some embarassing stories. TRADITIONAL SONGS: Play some songs that everyone knows and are sure to get people moving, like the "Chicken Dance" or the "Electric Slide". PLANNING: Plan everything ahead of time. If you're fully prepared, than you'll have a great time.