Hello Everyone,
It's time to celebrate our 5th year as a Society! Start planning now to attend this very special event at Turkey Lake Park. This will be a potluck, so each person should bring their favorite side dish to share with others and of course-whichever Shashlik you like to cook on the grill.

The Society will provide Plates, Cups, Utensils, Ice, Soda and Charcoal for the grills. Please remember to bring grill utensils if you plan on grilling.

What to bring: A side dish to share to be shared with others. There will be grill available for those who wish to cook shashlik or anything else they prefer such as steak, chicken or hamburgers. We will try to manage the grill space so everyone has equal use of them. Soft drinks, cups, plates, forks and ice will be provided. (Please remember to bring charcoal if you are going to use a grill).

What to expect: There is a small charge for entering the park (usually $4). Ask at the gate where the "Russian group" is and they will provide directions. We will have a Russian and American flag at our shelter so we will be easy to find. (Typically we try to set up near the playgrounds) You can also call me at [masked] if you have questions the day of the event. Leave a message if I don't answer--sometimes I am on the phone with multiple people at the same time.

We will have music, food, lots of conversation and walks in the park if the weather permits. There are numerous playgrounds nearby for children and a great track for skating or bike riders. The lake is also very scenic and allows fishing from the bank or off the pier.

Pets are not allowed in the picnic area so please leave them at home unless you have a kennel or know how to hide them when the park rangers drive by ;-)

Alcohol is also not permitted, so you will have to plan accordingly for your beverages.

See you at the park!
Jef