community picnic

Outdoor group meal

A community picnic is an outdoor gathering where members of a neighborhood, organization, or town share food and socialize in a public space like a park.

These events typically feature potluck dishes, games, and activities meant to strengthen local bonds: The annual community picnic drew families from across the subdivision.

Churches, workplaces, and civic groups often host them as informal get-togethers.

Related

gathering · barbecue · neighbors · church social · lawn · sunshine · basket · watermelon · lemonade · fellowship · family reunion · cookout · shade · frisbee · tables · reunion · grill · potato salad

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social scope and exclusivity

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Restricted-attendance social event

VIP reception · secret meeting

formality and setting

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Formal diplomatic reception meal

sit-down dinner · gala · formal reception · awards ceremony · charity ball

social cohesion vs. isolation

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Isolated imprisonment in cell

isolation · hermitage · eating alone · social withdrawal · seclusion

Family

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