My best friend is getting married in a couple months. Her wedding party consists of only her sister as her MOH. Her sister isn't interested in planning any pre-wedding festivities due to issues going on in her own life.
I've talked to my friend and she's fine not having a shower, but I asked if she wanted to get all her girlfriends together for dinner (around 10 people) since a few are coming from out of the area to visit. She does, and we agreed the Thursday before the wedding would work well.
So my question is, what do I call this event? Neither of us view it as a "bachelorette party", we're not planning on bar hopping or playing games.
And how do I make it known that everyone is paying for themselves, or am I obligated to pay since I'm sending out the invitations?
Signed,
Lost but with good intentions