UMRA Summer Social and Picnic
Mon, June 17 2024, 11am
COMO LAKESIDE SUMMER SOCIAL
FOOD, FRIENDS AND FUN!
Como Lakeside Pavilion
1360 Lexington Parkway North
Saint Paul
Catch up with friends and former colleagues, meet new members, and enjoy a picnic under the covered, open-air Como Pavilion with a splendid view of the lake. We’ll have lunch with plenty of time for visiting and then compete in teams as we are challenged by this year’s quiz master!
Picnic fare (including vegetarian and gluten free), assorted sodas and lemonade are provided as are coffee, water, and dessert. There’s a cash bar available in the adjacent Dock and Paddle Restaurant. Parking is free and convenient in two adjacent lots, entering off Lexington Parkway North. We look forward to seeing you!
Reservations and meal selection required. Please note reservations will be accepted until we reach maximum capacity or by May 29, whichever comes first.
Contact Jan Morlock for questions. [email protected]
~ Special events committee
Parking: Como has plentiful free parking
Covid: UMRA policy requires all participants to be vaccinated. Masks are optional.
Cancellations: Cancellations and refunds will be honored until [DATE]. We are not able to accommodate registrations on the day of the event.
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