Invite your favorite people to a backyard “walk-in” movie. Pull your biggest TV outside and have guests sit in lawn chairs. (Include throw blankets in case it gets chilly.)

Choose a summer classic that appeals to varying tastes: a comedy (The Seven Year Itch or Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?), an action adventure (Independence Day, Indiana Jones, a James Bond flick or E.T.), a musical (Grease, Summer Fair or Singin' in the Rain) or a '60s beach film (Where the Boys Are or Beach Blanket Bingo).

And don't forget the butter-slathered popcorn, Jujyfruits, and gourmet sodas - chilled in an ice-filled beverage stand or vintage wash tub placed within easy reach.

Also, consider having guests bring their favorite dessert or treat for your “snackbar.” Here’s a great recipe that is incredibly easy and always a crowd pleaser:

COCONUT DREAM PIE

Crust:
Any graham-cracker crust recipe or baked pie shell

Filling:
1 can coconut milk
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can evaporated milk
½ C cornstarch

Mix all together in large saucepan and bring to boil. Cook for 3-4 min. until thickened. Pour filling into crust. Top with blueberry pie or cherry pie filling. To die for!
        

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