The OAKS Summer Picnic

I know summer has arrived when it is time for the Oaks annual summer picnic, a wonderful neighborhood tradtion.   Gerry and I have lived in The Oaks for 27 years.  We think it is a special neighborhood, with a tight feeling of community.    People look after one another in The Oaks.  Many of the homes feature interesting architecture and beautifullly landscaped yards.  I never get tired of walking the streets in "the hood." 

Last Saturday at the well-attended picnic, we celebrated the 25th Anniversary of the Oaks HomeOwners Association.  Many of the Oaks former presidents attended the picnic, which featured delicious home-made food from local Oaks resident and chef extraordinaire Joan Young  (The picnic menu included BBQ Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken,  gourmet macaroni & cheese, baked beans, corn bread, salads, quesadillas, and the cake pictured above.)  Thank you, Joan!

Current President, Caroline Schweich and many other past presidents (including Gerry Hans, immediately behind Caroline on the right.) 

We even had our council member Tom LaBonge drop by.  After all, it was a photo-op!

Councilmember in his casual picnic attire, to the left of Caroline.

Families flocked to the picnic.   There's much fun and games for everyone to enjoy!

Thanks to the fabulous Oaks Board who made it all possible.   We love The Oaks!