I just started helping my parents organize our engagement party. Our families live close by but we live 5 hours away so it's a good chance for everyone to meet. We'll be holding it at my parents house and will probably have about 30-40 people, which is not unusual for my mom. Planning on dinner, drinks and dessert. I'm not expecting gifts, but I'm sure the odd person will bring something little. I might try to get our registry started before the event just in case someone wants.