The Culver City Historical Society invites its members and the community to its first annual Founder’s Day Picnic celebrating the 98th anniversary of the incorporation of Culver City, Sunday, Sept. 20.

The 12 noon to 3 o’clock celebration will be at the picnic area in Vets Park, 4117 Overland Ave.

The Historical Society asks community members to bring their hearty appetites.

A tasty lunch catered by Santa Maria BBQ is at the top of the menu, offering tender tri-tips, plump, juicy chickens, hot chili beans, potato salad, green salad, garlic bread, soft drinks and a surprise dessert.

Formerly known as the Society’s annual “Picnic in the Park,” picnic-goers will be serenaded by Steve Lage. A 50/50 raffle will be held, and fun is promised for the entire family.

The price for everything is $30 per person for Historical Society members;,$35 for non-members; $10 for children 4-10 years old.

RSVP by Thursday, Sept. 17. Checks should be sent to the Culver City Historical Society, P.O. Box 3428, Culver City 90231-3428.  Include the names of all guests.   Tickets will be held at the picnic site.

The Archives and Resource Center will be open after lunch, and visitors will be able to view displays and exhibits of local history.

For additional information, or to purchase tickets online, go to www.CulverCityHistoricalSociety.org/2015picnic.  

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