Return of the VEHA Picnic Brings Out Friends and NeighborsThe VEHA Picnic returned on July 17, after a year's absence in 2009. Interested neighbors restored the annual event and friends and neighbors from throughout the neighborhood gathered to share lunch, stories and friendship.
Coming just days after the storm that downed many trees and knocked out power throughout the neighborhood, that was a popular topic of conversation. In addition, though, neighbors caught up on family news, shared updates and rekindled friendships.
The picnic is one of the three signature events of the VEHA, the others being the annual VEHA Yard and Garage Sale in May, and the Christmas Eve Luminary Display.
"It's wonderful to see the picnic return," said Norma Reginold, a long-time resident and VEHA Luminary Chairperson. "Bringing the neighbors together for a social event like this strengthens the bonds of the neighborhood and makes this a better place to live!"
Keeping the VEHA Beautiful
A note from Barb Johnson: Did you notice how nice the "islands" are looking? I (and some helpers I paid for) pulled weeds and dug most of the trenches. If these trenches are maintained, grass roots and some weeds will not enter those islands and the job of upkeep is much easier. Volunteers are needed to help!
I suggest four people per island, making it about a 30-minute job each spring and fall. Will you donate some time? If so, please give me a call at 248-589-2286.
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