Canada Day @ Hermann Park

Event Details

Time: June 28, 2009 from 1pm to 7pm
Location: Hermann Park
Street: 6001 Fannin St.
City/Town: Houston, TX 77030
Website or Map: http://maps.google.com/maps?h…
Event Type: celebration, of, independence
Organized By: Jeremy Eves
Latest Activity: Jun 28, 2009

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Event Description

What would a Canadian group be without Canada Day? Because of the great turnout last year we are booking the full pavilion at Hermann Park and spending the afternoon with fellow Canadians (and their friends). Take this opportunity to meet fellow Canadians who are far from home but not far from friends. See you there!

What is provided?

- BBQ hamburgers and hot dogs with condiments - prepared by the Organizing committee
- Side salads
- Soft drinks and water
- Coolers for food and drinks
- Plates, napkins, and cutlery
- Our very own David McGregor (Head of Houston Consulate) will be drawing on his Trivia skillset and organizing games for everyone
- Canadian treats and decorations are generously supplied by Go Canuck!

Security

The area is very open to the public and we had some that felt uncomfortable with some uninvited guests. Due to the increase in size this year I have decided to hire an off-duty police officer as a deterent. I want to make sure that everyone knows that this is a very safe location and that we will be sharing our food with those that need it if they are polite.

What to bring:

- Lawn chairs, games, frisbee, cooler, drinks
- Whatever you need to keep cool (there is a cooling station for kids close by)
- Alcoholic beverages are allowed - no glass containers!

What we still need to make it a great day

- Yourself and friends - spread the word - it's a great time to get people to come and join the group
- Acoustic musician - you are welcome to play as long as it's not amplfied
- Volunteers are always needed, if you have some time to give this is a great event to start
- Sponsors - if you know of companies looking to get audience with a great group of international people please forward them my way

Cost

Adults - $8
Kids - 12 and under - $5

* To cover location rental, food, and maybe some of the Meetup.com fees

Please pay using PayPal on the website otherwise cash on the day. Please, if you RSVP and plan to pay at the location then ensure that you don't no show, the cost will come out of our pockets.

Please fill out the Registration Form

Location

We are in the large Pavilion at Hermann Park near the corner of Fannin & North Macgregor (please see the map in the Files section). We are right near a children's playground area, complete with a water splash play area to cool off in. We ARE allowed to bring our personal alcoholic beverages, just no glass containers. Also good news is that the restrooms, both men & women are right there in our pavilion.

Parking

Lots of choice all around, there's a parking lot that serves the medical center, street parking all around if you don't mind the walk.

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Comment by Adam Mullaly on June 28, 2009 at 9:36pm: great time; next year i'll wear shorts, and stay longer. the new logo looks great!

Comment by Jeremy Eves on June 28, 2009 at 8:06pm: Please upload pictures! I've created a Canada Day 2009 Album, you can also share your Flickr photos. John, I have your radio. You have my beer...it's an even trade :)

Comment by John Veldhuis on June 28, 2009 at 7:41pm: What a great time. It was excellent to meet other families and to participate. The scavenger hunt was excellent. Need to bring more water next time, here we thought we had enough. Thanks Jeremy, Dave and the sponsors for an outstanding event. See you next time.

Comment by wendy eliuk on June 25, 2009 at 3:09pm: My husband John and I are going to be coming to our first CC event with the Desroches. Looking forward to meeting some great fellow Canadians

Comment by John Veldhuis on June 23, 2009 at 9:24am: This will be fun. We are looking forward to it. Lorie and the 3 kids will most likely be the crew we are bringing. See you all there, eh.

Comment by Rita Johnston on June 20, 2009 at 12:12pm: Sounds like fun. My Husband will be attending with me.
Rita J.

Comment by Jeremy Eves on June 16, 2009 at 8:11am: If you are wondering where are the registrations are...most are still using the Meetup.com page at Canada Day Event Page. Feel free to use either but please use the Registration Form.

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