After making landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday, September 11, as a Cat 2 hurricane, Francine headed north with predictions to bring wind and rain to our area by Thursday.  Those predictions did not come to fruition, but it was difficult to decide if the NHC picnic could be held outside.

In the end, we filled the fellowship hall of St. John’s Episcopal Church with the option to eat inside or outside. Most folks chose inside where lively conversation and laughter filled the small space. 

The main entrée of pulled pork and a couple of side dishes were provided by Haywood Smokehouse. Club members did their part by bringing delicious side dishes and decadent desserts.  There was barely enough room to fit it all on the counter. 

No doubt the weather played a role in turnout.  We expected more than 65 people,  but the headcount came in around 48.  No one left hungry, and there was plenty of food to take home. 

Thanks to all who volunteered!  From picking up the food to setting up and cleaning up, the picnic was a great success.

Photos by Lisa Duff