Memorial Day Weekend BBQ and Group Potluck Picnic at Whittier Narrows (El Monte)
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Hey Everyone,
Get ready for an unforgettable Memorial Day celebration!
Come join me on Saturday, May 24th, from 11 am to 8 pm at the beautiful Whittier Narrows in South El Monte.
Let’s kick off the summer vibes with a full day of food, fun, and festivities by the water!
About the Park:
Whittier Narrows Recreation Area, located in South El Monte, California, spans 1,492 acres, making it one of Los Angeles County's largest and most popular parks.
Situated at the confluence of the San Gabriel and Rio Hondo Rivers, the park offers a diverse array of recreational opportunities.
Visitors can enjoy activities such as boating and fishing on its multiple lakes, including Legg Lake, and explore extensive bike and walking trails.
The park also features numerous softball and soccer fields, picnic areas, a paved airstrip for radio-controlled aircraft, and a tether car racetrack.
For nature enthusiasts, the Whittier Narrows Nature Center provides exhibits on local flora and fauna, and the surrounding 400-acre natural area offers trails through restored riparian woodlands.
Event Details:
We’re turning up the fun with a Group Potluck Picnic & BBQ!
Everyone is expected to bring something to share.
This won’t be your typical "chips and soda" potluck — we’re going BIG this time!
We'll be firing up the grill with an expanded menu featuring steak, seafood, grilled veggies, and more.
How You Can Contribute:
Bring a dish: Sign up on our potluck list to help create a delicious spread for everyone. Please bring something meaningful and substantial to share. No cookies, bag of chips, 2-liter soda, or similar. It would be best to bring something of $20 value or more.
Or Donate (strongly preferred): If you would like to keep things simple, you can simply donate $20 per person to help cover the cost of premium meats, seafood, veggies, charcoal, games, and party supplies.
Donations can be sent via Zelle, Venmo, CashApp, or PayPal. I will provide payment options as we get closer to the event date (see pinned comment below).
Activities:
Feel free to bring your favorite games like chess, bean toss, board & card games, or any fun park activities.
Important Notes:
Parking is $7 per vehicle — please carpool if you can. $5 for seniors 65+.
Come early if you’d like to help with setup and get first dibs on the grill!
Let's make this a Memorial Day to remember with great food, great company, and great vibes!
Can't wait to see you all there!
Event Host: Darren
(Note - This is a group potluck, and everyone is expected to contribute in order to participate. Thank you for your support!)
Memorial Day Weekend BBQ and Group Potluck Picnic at Whittier Narrows (El Monte)