Greet each guest warmly and spend time making each one feel welcome. Make sure each person knows where to get a drink. As you greet the first guest, realize that the party has begun, it is building its momentum, and that you and your committees have done everything possible to create a great party. Trust that the affair will be a huge success. Remember that confidence is essential when you are acting as host. Don't forget that as Bailli you are the master/mistress of ceremonies and as such you set the tone and direct the event - sometimes quite literally.