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What is A Pop-Up Picnic

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The idea of a picnic being a worldwide social phenomenon is not something that should surprise people at all really, after all picnics and picnic baskets have been around for a very long time. So on the one hand there is nothing new under the sun but something called the pop-up picnic, a.k.a. gastronomic flash mob, or even a rogue supper is a bit unusual to say the least. Now this article is a little old but the the world popularity of pop-up picnic is not Read more: Read more [...]

A Picnic or a Protest in a Long-Vacant Lot

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I would never have thought of using a picnic to hold a protest. It's a very interesting idea and very creative to say the least. Now I have to say  that the article I'm about to refer you to quotes that people involved as  insisting  that "We're not protesting.... We're just having a picnic". Never the less I still think that the idea of using a picnic as a protest is  a novel idea and I wonder how the authorities would respond to the idea. Have a read Read more [...]

Pack the Perfect Picnic

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Recipes, gear, and tips for a movable feast. Superman may be faster than a speeding bullet but What’s harder to pack than a weekender? A picnic basket. Having gathered your summer essentials that don’t require Mario Batali-style skills to master find yourself a spot of grass and get down to business. Read more... recipes on: Mango Mint Chutney Crispy, nutty, and not-so-greasy fried chicken refreshing adult slushie veggies and tofu and much more Read more [...]

Picnic Shelters as Solar Energy Facilities

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How creative and how inspiring. Combining Power with simple enjoyment and at the same time building for the future. Mike McGinn, Mayor of Seattle announced an effort to allow residents of Beacon Hill to buy into a program that allows some residents to access solar energy generated by panels affixed to the top of picnic shelters in a city park. “Renewable energy sources like solar provide the opportunity to reduce our impact on the environment and protect the quality of life in our community,” Read more [...]

Picnics A World Wide Phenomenon – Germany

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It wouldn’t be summer without an afternoon or evening spent in a park grilling bratwurst and the like with friends. Here are a few spots around the city of Berlin to set up your grill station or picnic. German capital, impressive propane barbecues, broilers next to large Turkish families, cash-strapped students fanning their disposable aluminum foil: Considered to be one of the world’s most unique picnic sites, few places can compete with Tempelhofer Park (Columbiadamm 2). With your Read more [...]

Longest Picnic Table: World Record

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Good on them for having a bit of fun. PLEASANTON, Calif., USA -- As part of the introduction fora new line of high-quality foods, Safeway, Inc. (NYSE: SWY) created a picnic table meauring a total of 305-feet - setting the new world record for Longest Picnic Table , on National Picnic Day. With the Golden Gate Bridge in the background, hundreds of smiling guests, and the World's Longest Picnic Table covered with mouth-watering food. 305 feet was the measured length of the World's Longest Read more [...]

Sun-filled Picnic Meals Weaving Summer Memories

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Here is some straight talk about simple summertime pursuit, cheese board, corkscrew, picnic basket with fried chicken and potato salad. A picnic: which is of course more enjoyable if you have what you need. With that in mind, you can find picnic baskets that look like they came straight out of Mayberry. Find them equipped with everything from plates, utensils and napkins to brightly colored baskets with matching plates, collapsible baskets that are insulated and traditional totes inspired by a Read more [...]

Be safe and Have Fun This Halloween – Picnic or Not

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The Halloween “Trick” that will “Treat” you and your family to safety all year long Is the slogan of One Million Safer Kids campaign this Halloween season. Kidpower is an organization that I have followed for years there Goal is to teach kids how to be safe:they have asked that we blog about their new campaign and I am enthusiastically doing so. I know that some will be having Halloween picnics this year an although I wish you all a fun time I also want to remind you that fun and safety Read more [...]

Did you know that Willy Nelson’s holds a Regular Picnic?

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Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic has developed a reputation for unexpected cameos. There are some phenomenal guest. I know that this is the wrong time of year to mention this but I’ve only just come across this picnic.

Vino and Picnics

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There are many ways to enjoy a romantic dinner with your mate. Selecting a favorite restaurant, ordering your favorite luxurious entree and a perfect bottle of wine can be a great way to spend some time with the one you love. But, what if you'd rather have some space and not be out in public? An intimate night (or day) spent in the great outdoors (or even on your living room floor) can be just as perfect as a great meal at an expensive restaurant. Wine picnic baskets are perfect for putting together Read more [...]