pool party makes me think finger foods or bbq. if the host(s) will be bbq'ing, here's a shrimp kebab recipe that is very easy and always a BIG hit when i make it:

grilled herb shrimp, serves 6

3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium yellow onion, diced small
1/4cup parsley, minced
1/4cup basil, minced
1tsp dry mustard
2 tsps dijon mustard
2tsps kosher salt
1/4tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4cup olive oil
1 lemon
2lbs shrimp jumbo shrimp (16-20ct/lb), peeled with tails left on and deveined

combine garlic, onion, parsley, basil, mustards, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice. add shrimp and marinate for 1hr at room temp or cover and refridgerate for up to 2days.

skewer the shrimp and grill.

another idea, ice cream sundaes! u can make some sauces and/or toppings to share with your friends.

enjoy your pool side party!