1.   Guests bring movies on tape, and show them on the screen that unrolls from the ceiling.

2.   Every guest brought a different dish to the party, and we had quite a feast.

3.   Although her potluck Passovers are loosely structured, Gorsey keeps track of items guests will be bringing to avoid duplication and steer the buffet in the right direction.

4.   A William Morris Agency party early in the week required that guests bring invitations and photo ID.

5.   Dinner guests bring mineral water instead of wine.

6.   For a cookie swap, each guest brings a batch of favorite homemade cookies and a copy of the recipe for each guest.

7.   For the tree trimming, guests could bring an inexpensive ornament for a swap.

8.   Have each guest bring a dish.

9.   Have each guest bring a pumpkin.

10.   Have guests bring dishes to fill out the rest of the table, or go with prepared foods.