Our early parties were all-ages, but several years ago (2001, I think), we started adding "16 & older" to the invitations, but added that this was a suggested age, and left it up to the parents to decide if they bring their kids. Most of our guests agree that they feel more comfortable drinking & carrying on if their kids are not there. Plus, we have babysitting in the house next door ($10/kid), so if they CAN'T stand being away from their youngins for more than an hour or 2, they can always run next door & check on them.
We went "adults only" mostly because drunk men and teenage girls in sexy costumes do NOT make a good combination.
We have 1 guest that insists on bringing his daughter to our parties. I think it's a poor decision on his part, but he's her parent, not me.
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