AARW Community Series: Summer Cookout Fundraiser

Update as of AUG 25th--We have been informed that the event is "SOLD OUT". You must be registered in order to participate. Thank you.

WHEN: Sunday, August 29, 2010, 4pm – 7pm
WHERE: Larz Anderson Park, across from 325 Goddard Ave, Brookline, MA.
(Park is not T-accessible; Reservoir T Station on the D Line is closest stop)
COST: $15 members, $20 non-members, $10 children under 12 years old
RSVP is required!
http://www.aarw.org/civicrm/event/register?id=13&reset=1

When you RSVP, you can follow a link to send an email to specify that you'll need a carpool ride from Reservoir T Station. You will not be able to pay at the park so please RSVP in advance.

Come watch AARW's Cookout Fundraiser Grill-off Competition, featuring several community organizations as the contestants. MAAEA will be participating as a competing team, so please come out to support us! Your MAAEA grill masters Sarah and Paul will show off their mad grilling skills, and you will not be disappointed. You will have a chance to vote for your favorite team, while supporting the work of AARW.

Meat and veggie dishes will be served.

Rain or Shine… we’ll be there!

**If there are any questions, please contact the AARW office at617-426-5313 or email Judy at judy(at)aarw.org.**

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