Party Parade 2011

The Claremont Community Foundation's Party Parade booklets are arriving in the mail throughout the city and to friends in surrounding communities. As so aptly put on the Foundation's website, "The Claremont Community Foundation invites you to become a part of a wonderful Claremont tradition that embodies the true meaning of 'community' -- people from all walks of life coming together, getting to know each other better, and working cooperatively to keep our community strong and healthy.

We are pleased to offer our 15th annual series of hosted special events. There is something for everyone here, from the youngest child to the seniors among us. Come with family, with companions, or by yourself -- you'll meet new and interesting folks, share food, fun, friendship -- and be a part of fund raising for a great cause!"

You can dine with friends at a variety of dinners, taste and learn about wines and cheeses, ride your bike to Puddingstone for a gourmet picnic, sample an array of delicious soups, discover the value of family treasures, yell "Bunco!" when you win, watch the Long Beach Gran Prix from a balcony high above the route, rock and roll with the Ravelers, meet with book lovers to share great reads, watch a magic show, tour local gardens to learn about Urban Farming, explore the concept of "play" at the Scripps Ceramic Annual, and find an art chair JUST for you.

I can't wait for the parties to begin!