Time has flown by and now it's already graduation party time! They reached a tremendous accomplishment by achieving goals and following aspirations through education, athletics, and arts. Congratulations! It's time to plan your graduation party, however, you're stuck on what to exactly plan. Don't worry we have plenty of  graduation party ideas for 2023 grads! Graduation Party Ideas for 2023 Fortunately, we've come up with plenty of ideas for your to throw a memorable, fun graduation party for 2023. From a virtual celebration to a pool party, here are the top graduation party ideas: Drive-Thru Parade If you're looking for a safe and socially distanced way to celebrate your graduation, consider hosting a drive-thru parade. Set up a route around your neighborhood or local park, and have your friends and family drive by to congratulate you on your achievement. You can even set up a photo booth or decorate your car to add some festive flair. Backyard BBQ A backyard BBQ is a classic way to celebrate any occasion, and graduation is no exception. Grill up some burgers and hot dogs, set up some yard games like cornhole or giant Jenga, and invite your closest friends and family over for a fun and casual celebration. Virtual Celebration If your loved ones are scattered across the country (or the world), consider hosting a virtual graduation celebration. Set up a video call with your friends and family, and have everyone share their favorite memories and well wishes. You can even create a custom graduation backdrop to use during the call. Themed Decorations Themed decorations are a fun and easy way to add some personality to your graduation party. Consider using your school colors or creating a custom banner with your name and graduation year. You can even set up a dessert table with cupcakes or cake pops decorated in your school colors. DIY Photo Booth A DIY photo booth is a great way to capture memories at your graduation party. Set up a backdrop, some props, and a camera, and let your guests snap away. You can even create a custom frame or backdrop using your school colors or graduation theme. Graduation Cap Decorating Station If you're feeling crafty, consider setting up a graduation cap decorating station. Provide your guests with paint, glitter, stickers, and other decorations to create their own unique graduation caps. You can even set up a contest for the best decorated cap. Pool Party Nothing says you've made it like a cannonballing into the pool! Utilize the pool area for graduation and let guests take a dip during the celebration. Having a pool party would be unforgettable, especially with pool volleyball or pool basketball. It's a great way to make some unforgettable memories, and look forward to making new ones! If you're looking for the perfect way to spend your graduation party, or any other summer day, check out Dunn Rite's selection of top-rated, high-quality  pool volleyball and pool basketball units. Why not give the guests something extra by adding a pool fountain to the ambiance. If you're interested in the pool party idea for your upcoming event consider the best appetizers of 2023 for tasty snacks to serve. You won't regret using anything from Dunn-Rite at your celebration. Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

The 4th of July is right around the corner and nothing goes with the 4th of July quite like a pool party! The question hosts are asking now is, what are we going to serve for food and drinks? If you want to do a red, white, and blue 4th of July theme pool party, we have some great suggestions for you to try.  4th of July Pool Party Beverages Red, White, and Blue Blast Alcohol-free and fun for the whole family, you'll even get a science lesson in for the kids and they won't even know they're learning! You can swap out the juices, you just can't change the order, otherwise you'll get a pretty purple drink instead of the layered red, white, and blue we're aiming for here.  Ingredients Koolaid Tropical Punch (red layer) Gatorade Frost (white layer) G2 Blueberry Pomegranate (blue layer) Because of the sugar content in the Kool Aid (38g) it will be our bottom layer.  Instructions Fill your dispenser with ice. Make sure it's full to help keep your layers separate. Grab a big metal spoon and place it across the top of the ice with the spoon side up against your container VERY slowly pour the tropical punch over the spoon so it flows gently down the inside of the container. Try not to have it touch ice cubes or it will blend in to the next colors. I like to use a wooden spoon to dig down and make a small channel to the bottom.  Prepare for the second layer of Gatorade Frost. At 29g of sugar it will sit nicely over the red Kool Aid.  Slow pour the Gatorade Frost layer over an ice cube until you fill the next 1/3. Last layer is the G2 Blueberry. Because it only has 7g of sugar, it will sit on top.  Very very slowly pour the blue layer over an ice cube until the last 1/3 is to the top.  You can swap out the layers, you just need to pay attention to the sugar content. If your bottom two layers are approximately 40/20, then the top layer should have as close to zero as possible.  4th of July Fruit Kabobs Easy, fun, and who doesn't love a fruit kabob! Ingredients Strawberries Blueberries Mini Marshmallows Wooden Skewers or Kabob sticks Instructions Wash and dry all fruit Cut strawberries in to bite size pieces Assemble kabobs using 1/3 for blueberries, 1/3 for mini marshmallows, and 1/3 for sliced strawberries 4th Of July Cake This is a great hack if you aren't a baker, but want to theme out your pool party for the 4th of July. Take a store bought cake with white frosting and as little decoration as possible, scrape off all the decorations and dispose. Add more white frosting so you now have a plain white cake canvas. You will now have a plain white (flag shaped) rectangle. in the upper left corner, add 4 rows of blueberries. Fill the rest with 4 rows of raspberries or strawberries (any red fruit or candy works here) until your cake looks like a flag. Easy, fast, and totally on theme for our 4th of July pool party! These few recipes and ideas can be twisted and turned in to a few iterations that you can easily play with. Add in a BBQ with the all American staples like burgers and hot dogs and you have a 4th of July party that will be one for the ages! Send us in your pictures of 4th of July pool parties showcasing your Dunn-Rite pool basketball or pool volleyball units and maybe we will share them on our social media pages.  Have a fun and safe 4th of July friends! Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

From the expected to the absurd, these pool party crashers are sure to make you laugh and look twice! We found some of the funniest videos on YouTube to share with you so you can laugh along with us. Do you have any videos of pool party crashers in your pool? If so, send them to us! Cats in the Pool? It's widely believe that cats hate the water, so seeing this cat so content to be in the pool was shocking. Do you have a cat who loves the pool? Bonus points if it shoots baskets on your pool basketball hoop! Bears as Party Crashers This little bear looks like he is having the time of his life in the pool. Does he want the raft or the tube? Too many choices, but the tube is fun to play with! Koala Bear Pool Crasher This koala bear didn't quite get the courage to jump in the swimming pool, but he was sure the star of this video. Have you ever seen a koala like this? We think he wants Elephants Crashing Pool Parties? We've never seen an elephant crashing a pool party, but here he is! I guess the good news here is that the elephant didn't spill their beers! Side note, this pool was not a chlorinated pool, so no harm to the elephant. Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

Spring is upon us and summer will be right around the corner. Summer brings pool parties, sunset swims, and lounging by the swimming pool, and we can't wait. A great poolside cocktail, a signature poolside drink of summer, or a variety of cocktails you can serve to a crowd, are a great way to start off your summer fun!  Key Lime Mojito Ingredients List 7 Mint Leaves 3 Lime Wedges 1.5 oz. Simple Syrup .75 oz. KeKe Key Lime Pie Cream Liqueur 1.5 oz. Cruzan Key Lime Rum Soda Water How To Make It Add 6 mint leaves to the bottom of a glass. Squeeze the juice of 3 lime wedges into the glass Put the remainder of the lime wedges into the glass Add .5 oz. of Simple Syrup to the glass Muddle the mint, lime and simple syrup Add ice Pour .75 oz. of KeKe Key Lime Pie Cream Liqueur into the glass Pour 1.5 oz. of Cruzan Key Lime Rum into the glass Shake all of the ingredients Top it off with soda water Garnish with a mint leaf Gin and Tonic with a Twist Ingredients List 3 Basil Leaves .25 oz. Simple Syrup 1.25 oz. Gin .5 oz. St. Germain Tonic Water How To Make It Add 2 basil leaves to the bottom of a glass Add .25 oz. of simple syrup Muddle the basil and simple syrup Add ice Pour 1.25 oz. of Gin into the glass Pour .5 oz. of St. Germain into the glass Shake all of the ingredients Top it off with tonic water Garnish with a basil leaf Frozen Blackberry Margarita’s Ingredients List 4 cups frozen blackberries 1/3 cup honey 1 cup tequila 1/4 cup Cointreau 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 2 cups ice Kosher salt Lime Wedges How To Make It Add 4 cups of frozen blackberries, 1/3 cup of honey, 1 cup of tequila, 1/4 cup of Cointreau, 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lime juice, and ice in a blender. Blend on high speed Rim the edge of six glasses with a lime wedge. Dip each glass into kosher salt. Pour the mixture into the glasses. Garnish with a lime wedge and frozen blackberries. Poolside Paradise Ingredients List 3 Cherries 2 Orange Wedges 1 oz. Vodka .5 oz. Blue Curacao .25 oz. Cream of Coconut Pineapple Juice How To Make It Add 3 cherries and 2 orange wedges to the bottom of a glass Add .25 oz. of Cream of Coconut Muddle the cherries, oranges and cream of coconut Add ice Pour 1 oz. of vodka into the glass Pour .5 oz. of Blue Curacao into the glass Top it off with pineapple juice Shake This list is a sure fire way to start your next pool day off on a good note. If you have any poolside drinks that are tried and true, send them to us via one of our social media pages! Maybe it'll make it in to your next blog. Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

When it comes to summer pool fun, there is nothing like playing a few games. There are many individuals and families who are looking to stay cool this summer and the swimming pool provides the perfect opportunity to do this. While having plenty of sunscreen, towels, music, and food is a good idea, there will have to be a few games to keep the party going. That is where it is important to plan ahead. What are some of the top swimming pool games for 2020? There are a few key examples to keep in mind. Sharks and Minnows  Of course, this is one of the classic swimming pool games and it is just as popular today as it ever was. In this game, there is a single person who starts off as a shark. Then, everyone else is a minnow. When the shark yells for the minnows to get in the water, the goal is for each minnow to make it to the other side of the pool without getting tagged by the shark. If the shark tags a minnow, that minnow becomes a shark. The last minnow standing is declared the winner. Sharks and minnows typically involves diving, so make sure the pool is deep enough and that everyone dives safely! Pool Basketball There is nothing like playing  pool basketball. The added resistance of the water takes the game to a whole new level. In addition, treading water is a great form of exercise! While playing traditional basketball is a great place to start, don’t be afraid to play other games such as horse and knockout! In some cases, players might even try to make trick shots happen from the pool deck, a lounge chair, or even a window in the house! Just make sure that everyone stays safe while playing this fun swimming pool game! Pool Volleyball In addition to pool basketball,  pool volleyball is another classic. There are simple nets that can be deployed across a portion of the pool, making setup a breeze! Then, all that is needed is a volleyball! Depending on the height of the net, it might be possible for certain players to spike it! The depth of the water might provide an additional challenge, particularly if the players are not able to stand! Treading water provides another added challenge to this fun swimming pool game! Light Up Pool Games Are Fun After Dark It is not unusual for swimming pool parties to last late into the evening, so think about having a few fun swimming pool games to play once the sun goes down! This is where light-up toys are important. One simple game could involve dropping a series of light-up objects in the water and watching them drop to the bottom of the pool. Then, everyone can race to see who can collect the most objects from the bottom! Try to find objects that vary in color and size including diving sticks, border lights, lotus flowers, and more! Additional Team Games To Choose From For The Pool Finally, no swimming pool party lasts late into the evening without a little bit of encouragement. For those who know about the game of cornhole, think about finding a version of this game that will work well in the water! Find floating cornhole boards and deploy them in the water! Then, trying to drain a beanbag in the hole, or even getting one to stay on the board, will be a challenge as the board bobs and weaves in the water! There is nothing like the additional challenge of playing cornhole on the water! Find the Right Swimming Pool Games for the Next Party These are a few of the most popular swimming pool games of 2020. With so many swimming pool games from which to choose, why not take a look at some of the options and find a few for your next party! At Dunn Rite Pool Products, we have a wide array of choices from which to choose. We would be happy to help you find the right set of swimming pool games for your next party! We are here to help you enjoy your swimming pool! Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

If you want to plan a pool party, you want to make this the best pool party possible. While it is important to have items such as towels and sunscreen (in addition to suits and goggles for yourself and your children), you also need to think outside the box. You don’t want to have your guests sitting on the pool deck waiting for the fun to arrive. You want to provide all of this when they arrive! With this in mind, there are a few important items that you have to include for your next pool party to be a success!Pool Party Food and Drinks The best way to get people to show up for anything is to provide food and drinks. The same is true of a pool party. When it comes to having the right food drinks there are a few factors that you need to consider. First, think about how many people are coming. This will help you come up with an estimate as to how much food you need to have. Second, think about any potential allergies. Try to accommodate those who might have dietary restrictions. Some of the most common include gluten, peanuts, and soy. Finally, consider the age of the crowd. Some people might be expecting to enjoy a few adult beverages at the party. If this is appropriate for the attendees, this might be a nice addition to the food and beverage mix.Pool Party Music and Speakers In addition to food and drinks, music is the other important ingredient to make a pool party go. Think about the age of the people who are going to be there. Then, try to come up with a playlist ahead of time. This might be a set rotation of songs or a certain radio station. Try to have speakers to amplify the sound, as it might be hard to hear the songs from a phone speaker. At the same time, be considerate of the neighbors. If they are invited to the party, this might be less of a problem; however, the right music is essential for every pool party.The Right Set of Pool Games At every pool party, it is also important to have pool games. While food, drinks, and music are great, there will have to be a few pool games to keep the party going. Two of the most popular games are pool basketball and pool volleyball. There are plenty of basketball hoops and volleyball nets from which to choose. They will fit almost any pool. Furthermore, they can move around the pool with ease! There are plenty of variations on traditional basketball games that people can play as well. These include great games such as horse and knockout! Have a wide selection of pool games to keep everyone busy!Some Form of Shade Near the Pool Finally, it is also important to have shade for those who want to take a break from the pool without getting sunburned. Some pools might come with this built-in. This might include a covered patio area near the pool. Other pools might have cabanas nearby. For those that don’t have either of these, try to deploy a few umbrellas or tarps. Ideally, this should be set up near the food and drinks! Think about having a few cool towels as well to keep everyone safe from overheating. The importance of shade at a pool party cannot be overstated.Plan for Success at the Next Pool Party with Dunn Rite Pool Products These are a few of the top ingredients that you need to include to ensure success at your next pool party. Pool parties are a staple of the summer and this is a great way to get together with family members and friends. In order to make sure everyone has a good time, make sure to include the right food, drinks, music, and games! If you want to take your pool parties to new heights, take a look at everything we have to offer! At Dunn Rite Pool Products, we have everything you need to make sure your next pool party is a hit! Take a look at our selection today!Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

Summer is a time that is meant for fun in the sun. Without a doubt, you (or someone you know) is going to get invited to at least one party at the pool. How are you supposed to know what to wear? Sure, you want to bring a bathing suit if you plan on getting wet; however, what is the right attire? Is this a beach barbecue theme? Is this a birthday party at the pool? Maybe this party is going to be a day club or some sort? Going out to a pool party means only wearing a bathing suit for part of the time. What else should be worn? There are a few tips to keep in mind. Your Clothes Are Going To Get Wet Yes, you are wearing your bathing suit because you assume this is going to get wet; however, the clothes you are wearing on top are going to get wet at some point as well. Look, you aren’t going to be able to pay attention to what is happening all the time. You might get too close to a cannonball. A wet child might jump on you at some point. Therefore, try to opt for natural fabrics that are going to be able to absorb this forecast. This might include cotton or linen. Linen tends to be lighter and can keep you cool. The Bottom Is Important When you are planning your pool attire, you should focus more on your bottoms than your top. Your top is probably going to end up being your bathing suit (if you are a girl) or some sort of light Hawaiian shirt or athletic shirt (if you are a guy). For guys, the swimming suit is a good bottom; however, for girls, think about wearing something stylish or colorful. Something light and frilly will help you stay comfortable. One of the most popular choices is actually denim cut-offs of some sort! Remember to Bring a Light Jacket When you go to a pool party during the summer, the last thing you think about is getting cold; however, summer breezes are a thing for a reason. Once the sun sets, the party is going to keep going. This is where a light jacket is going to be helpful. This is even more important if you have been swimming. The breeze on your wet shoulders could end up being a serious problem. This is another reason why a jacket matters. Think about going with something red, orange, or yellow. You might even want to find something that works well with your swimming suit! Don’t Forget About the Accessories If you are trying to coordinate something special for the pool party, then you need to think about the accessories as well. One of the most popular styles is something called a basket-weave bag. A basket-weave can make a great bag when it comes to carrying certain items such as a water bottle, camera, or sunscreen. It has the feel of the beach, is easy to carry, and is durable. In addition, don't forget about hats! A broad-brimmed hat is a good idea because this provides added protection for the face and neck against the sun! The Classic Look for a Pool Party For both guys and girls who are looking to find something classic to wear to a pool party, the white button-down is the look to choose. This is something that will work for just about anything. Just remember that this shirt is going to get wet, so it is a good idea to stay away from anything that might need to be worn to work in the near future. This can be layered over the swimsuit with ease. Then, it can be tossed in the wash easily once the party is over. Complete the Pool Party with Dunn Rite Pool Products These are a few of the most important tips that people need to follow when it comes to outfit planning for the next pool party. In order to bring the entire party together, think about investing in some new toys or equipment from Dunn Rite Pool Products! We even make our own equipment, such as  pool volleyball and pool basketball! We can help you throw the perfect pool party this summer. Take a look at everything we have to offer! We know that we can help you plan your next pool party! Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

Summer is in full swing and pool parties are starting to be planned and we wanted to look at some of the best recipes for the summer of 2020. What's trending? What's new?  One thing we know for sure, a pool party is sure to be a good time and a few beverages only help the atmosphere and the fun! When you are playing pool basketball or pool volleyball, you are bound to get thirsty and need a break from time to time, here are some great recipes! Mojito  A summer classic and so refreshing while sitting around the pool! Ingredients 2 oz. white rum 1/2 oz. lime juice (squeezed fresh) 1 tsp. superfine sugar 3 mint leaves club soda or seltzer Directions In a smallish Collins glass, muddle lime juice with 1/2 to 1 tsp. superfine sugar. Add the mint leaves, mushing them against the side of the glass. Fill glass 2/3 with cracked ice and pour in the rum. Pitch in the squeezed-out lime shell and top off with club soda or seltzer. Watermelon Moscow Mule A twist on a classic that just says pool party and summer. Try this take on a Moscow mule for a poolside beverage Ingredients fresh watermelon 1 shot (1.5 ounces) vodka 1 small lime, juiced 1 bottle or can ginger beer 1/2 shot (0.75 ounces) ginger syrup mint, for garnish Instructions 1: Add watermelon chunks to a cocktail shaker. 2: Muddle the watermelon to make 1 ounce of juice. Strain juice into a glass and discard remaining watermelon chunks. 3: Fill cocktail shaker with ice. Combine watermelon juice, vodka, lime juice and ginger syrup. Shake well. 4: Strain into a copper mug filled with ice, then top with ginger beer. 5: Garnish with a miniature watermelon wedge and a mint sprig. Rosemary Greyhound Cocktail Ingredients Yield: 1 cocktail 2 ounces vodka 1/2 ounce rosemary simple syrup 4 ounces grapefruit rosemary sprigs, for garnish For Simple Syrup 2 cups water 2 cups sugar 6 sprigs rosemary Make Simple Syrup Heat the water and sugar over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, making sure to not let it boil to the point that the sugar crystallizes (Image 1). While warm, pour the simple syrup over the rosemary sprigs inside a bottle (Image 2). Set aside a few sprigs for garnishing your cocktails later. Heat the water and sugar over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, making sure to not let it boil to the point the sugar crystallizes. Directions: While warm, pour the simple syrup over the rosemary sprigs inside a bottle. Set aside a few sprigs for garnishing later. Make Your Cocktail To make the cocktail, start by adding a 1/2-ounce of rosemary simple syrup (Image 1), then add 2 ounces of vodka (Image 2) and top off with grapefruit juice (Image 3). To make the cocktail, start by adding a half ounce of rosemary simple syrup. Next, add 2 ounces of vodka. Top off with grapefruit juice. Garnish with a few sprigs of rosemary. Cheers! Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball

Without a doubt, one of the highlights of the summer is all of the parties that unfold. Many of them take place in or around a pool. If you are looking to be seen as the cool or fun parent (or family), then it is important to throw the best pool party possible. There are a few ways to make sure a pool party for your teen is pulled off with aplomb! Teen Pool Party Invites Times have changed. In the past, invites for pool parties would have been pasted on lockers at school or mailed to people’s houses. When it comes to throwing a pool party today, this is not how invites are handled. Today, invites are handled using the internet. Therefore, talk to your teen and see what social media accounts are active. Pool party invites can be distributed through Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and even TikTok. Think about what would work well with your teen’s friends! Perhaps throw together a quick video highlighting how awesome and inviting the pool is. This can go a long way toward helping you attract as many excited party guests as possible! Teen Pool Party Décor and Party Favors Once the invites have been handled, it is time to think about the party décor and favors that are needed to bring the entire event together. Think about using beach towels and awesome sunglasses that can be used to make great party favors. Remember that the more the pool looks like a day at the beach, the better the party is going to be. This also means incorporating plenty of beach music. While it is a good idea to ask your teen what music he or she would like to use, try to push for beach music as much as possible. While your teen is going to want to incorporate a bit of hip hop, there is a way to make both of these work together. If you really want to go all out, think about draping seashells and fishnet on the tables and walls to complete the look. This will let everyone know that this pool party is going to be absolutely amazing. Remember to have plenty of towels laying out for the party guests. This is going to be critical because some party guests are bound to forget to bring their own towels. The Food for a Teen Pool Party Now, the secret to having as many people show up as possible is to provide plenty of delicious food. Remember that teenagers are going to be hungry so there is no such thing as too much food. Ask your teen what he or she would like to have at the party. Then, be sure to provide this along with plenty of other options. It is a good idea to quickly ask if anyone at the party has any allergies to anything. Then, try to provide a diverse spread. Think about having an ice cream bar or something cold as well. Popsicle's are a nice touch. The more the merrier when it comes to food! This is why subs and pizzas are usually a great hit! Organize Pool Activities The highlight of any pool party is the activities that are going to be involved. Water games are plentiful and many of them get everyone involved by providing activities that spread from the deck into the water. Try to have a few games in mind and be sure to suggest a few to prevent the party from getting dull. Just keep in mind that the pool deck is going to be slippery when wet, so make sure everyone puts safety first. Have the Best Pool Toys from Dunn Rite If you want to make sure that there are plenty of toys and activities, then you need to invest in the latest pool products from Dunn Rite Pool Products. At Dunn Rite, we are proud to make high quality pool fun with essentials such as  pool volleyball and pool basketball! We know how to make your teen’s pool party soar to new heights! Why not take a look at everything we have to offer? We know that we can help you throw the best pool party ever! Dunn-Rite Pool Products & Pool Accessories 3rd Generation Family Owned Company with a long history of developing innovative products of the highest quality. Pool Fountains - Combo Units - Pool Volleyball - Pool Basketball