70th Birthday Picnic

not in original plan but..heyho...men and barbequs
Caveman syndrome
Leave them to it - less work for you!!

I'm also providing a pile of throws/blankets. Asking people to bring ....plate, cutlery, dish, picnic chairs etc. I'll have some soft drinks but asking them to bring their drink of choice especially tea or coffee.

We went to an outside 'do' on Sunday and there were several gazebos which people had taken - we thought it was a good idea but luckily it didn't rain.

Perhaps at Nigel's picnic he'll like a pinata of MawBroon (referring to her comment earlier on). I doubt it though as, if you knew him, you'd find he's actually a true English gentleman. Such nastiness still on this site about him and Mr Trump which only reflects back on the poster.

For my 60th I wanted all close family to share a day at the seaside. So 17 of us had fish and chips on blankets in the gardens of a popular resort, followed by of course ice creams! Everyone paid for their own food, so no big bill to pay, no hassle, then off to the amusements, rides and Sunday market. The sun shone, we all had a paddle and the memories of sun, sand, fun and giggles will always be with me.

Flowerofthewest I hope you have a lovely day, it sounds like a lot of fun. I'll be praying the weather is kind to you!

We don't know him, though, quizqueen - we only know what we have seen on tv and in the news.

I thought you meant Nigel the dog at first.

Dreadful, isn't it, people being nasty about Mr Trump. Such a lovely man.

It sounds divine! I'm quite envious as I just don't trust the weather for mine later this summer. I am also thinkinģ of asking people to bring a dish.
Have a great day!!!

My daughter did this about four years ago to celebrate her husbands 30th. Quite a few of their friends do it on a regular basis. It was in August and a river venue where you are allowed to barbecue with a small park as several children attended. She emailed around a list of food items to their friends who were coming and each couple/family put their name against one item and brought enough for 30 adults + kids. She provided paper plates, serviettes, juices/squash and bread rolls. We took burgers and my sons chicken legs/thighs and a variety of sauces. Her in laws took sausages. There was loads of food and some lovely deserts and some left over.

You could say you are going to provide paper plates, serviettes, all salad and rolls then work out which other foods you want and list them and email list. That way you will end up with a good variety of food and enough for all.

Dorris, that would be my choice too. I love sitting on beach with fish and chips it reminds me of when my parents took us as children. Nothing nicer and ready made entertainment for children with beach and sea on hand. Throw in an ice cream with a flake in and I would be in heaven.