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[quote=Anonymous]I think conversation oriented games are fun with 2-3 couples. Games like What? or Things in a Box. They can help break the ice and get people laughing but it depends on your group. (Also on how much wine is involved). Forcing a game will be sterile. Some people like them and are accustomed to interacting with extended family that way.

For social conversation ideas be real. Tell funny stories. If someone asks how your week was be honest. Tell stories in ways that people can put themselves in your shoes (describe your reactions/feelings). There's lists of conversation ideas or questions online - having a few in mind could help you relax. Asking things like do you have any holidays planned for the winter can open up all sorts of talk. Sharing recent experiences you've had.. asking for advice (I need a new ____ do you have any recommendations). Talk about a new hobby or class your considering.

If your guests offer to help with dinner prep let them. People like helping and chopping up veggies for salad while you cook the main courses takes some pressure off and conversation can flow naturally. Nothing wrong with the women in one area and the men in the other at the beginning. I actually think that helps.

Be observant.. notice things about them.. offer a compliment or two.. be relaxed and if your home is warm and friendly your guests will be too : )

Involving the kids can help. Depending on ages but having them around or setting up something fun that the adults can watch or 'attend' is fun. My kids set up a fair during a dinner party once. They sold tickets to the adults and guided us through the activities. Give them a fun scavenger hunt that gets them interacting with the other kids and adult guests.

I really think it depends on your group and what vibe you're going for.  I find more casual to be more natural and more likely to lead to repeats. [/quote]

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