To contact us, click here.
To reserve event resources for free, click here. (Read below for details.) • Also: Everyone may rent these items at low cost using this form.
Already existing reservations for future dates are listed here.
To read more about the neighborhood potluck group, or to sign up to receive invitations to neighborhood events, click here.
The neighborhood potluck group provides event resources at no cost. Anybody in the area who wants to host a public neighborhood event may freely borrow event supplies.
What is a public neighborhood event? This is any event open to the public. This can include events with a LIMITED number of guests. This can also be an event that only neighbors in a specific neighborhood are invited to. This can be a block party, or a half-block party. For example, a host might invite only the ten or twenty neighbors neighboring their home.
We also provide these supplies (for free) to all active members of the neighborhood potluck group for any purpose, including private events (such as birthday parties, wedding showers, Eid, iftar, estate sales, bat mitzvah/bar mitzvah, garage sales, graduation parties, quinceaneras, etc.). Plus, we provide supplies (for free) to members of a few associated groups (listed in the dropdown menu on the reservation form), for use in public or private events.
We can help you organize an event for any size group, from four people and up. If you are considering hosting an event, we will be able to answer all of your questions and help you decide for sure if you want to do this.
Does the event you host need to be a potluck dinner? No. That is the type of event neighbors host most often. But we can help you host other types of events, or simply help publicize your event and invite the neighbors who have signed up to receive invites. Other type of events include putluck lunches, potluck breakfasts, non-potluck dinner parties, "eat out" events (at restaurants), birthday parties, watch parties, book club, etc.
The main thing that the host provides is the location. Typically hosts also decide on a theme (if any) and make decisions about what type of food to bring.
Hosts do not need to do anything for the guest list. Hosts are of course welcome to invite people they know. But we already have a list of people on your block and in your neighborhood who have signed up to attend these events. This could be a neighborhood-specific event, or general event open to anybody on the list. We can handle everything with regards to invitations, RSVPs, guest lists, etc.
We can provide chairs, tables, tablecloths, ladders, eating utensils, cooking utensils, serving utensils, silverware, plates, bowls, glasses, electric balloon inflators, etc. We currently have enough tables to seat over 400 people.
An 8-foot rectangle table can seat 10 people.
A 6-foot rectangle table can comfortably seat 8 people.
A 5-foot rectangle table can seat 8 people.
A 6-foot round table can seat 10 people.
A 5-foot 9-inch round table can comfortably seat 9 people, and a maximum of 10 people fit a bit more tightly.
A 5-foot round table can comfortably seat 8 people, and a maximum of 9 people fit a bit more tightly.
Note that we have enough cloth tablecloths to cover all rectangle and round tables. The round tablecloths are 107 in. or 108 in. in diameter, providing significant drop (about a foot above the floor) on our 5 ft. round tables.
We look forward to hearing from you, and getting your event on the calendar.
-Preston Hunter, list coordinator
To contact us, click here.
[Click on the images below to see full-resolution images:]
tables
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tables
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tables
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tables
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tables
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tables
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tables
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tables
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tables
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6-foot folding rectangle tables
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non-bifold rectangle tables (donated by Christine)
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6-foot non-bifold rectangle table (donated by Christine)
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5-foot non-bifold rectangle tables (donated by Christine)
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non-bifold rectangle tables (donated by Christine)
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5-foot 9-inch round tables (folded)
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5-foot 9-inch bifold round table
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5-foot 9-inch bifold round table
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6-foot round table
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6-foot round table
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6-foot round table
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6-foot round table
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6-foot round table
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13 5-foot round tables
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5-foot round table
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5-foot round table with white tablecloth
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5-foot round table with white tablecloth
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pedestal table (43" high, 31" diameter)
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pedestal tables (43" high, 31" diameter)
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pedestal tables (43" high, 31" diameter)
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pedestal table (43" high, 31" diameter)
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34-inch square fold-in-half table
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34-inch square fold-in-half table
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34-inch square fold-in-half table
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40 inch rectangle table (3 feet, 4 inches)
(adjustable height) 
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4-foot rectangle table (adjustable height)
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6-foot rectangle table
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8-foot rectangle table
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8-foot rectangle table
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8-foot rectangle table, folded, inside a small car
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights; white)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights; white)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights; white)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights; white)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 4 heights; gray)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 4 heights; gray)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 4 heights; gray)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 4 heights; gray)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 4 heights; gray)
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4-foot rectangle table (adjusts to 4 heights; gray)
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40-inch rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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40-inch rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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40-inch rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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40-inch rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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40-inch rectangle table (adjusts to 3 heights)
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gray chair (steel)
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black chair (steel)
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tan chair (steel)
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tan chair (steel)
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dark tan chair (steel)
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black plastic chairs
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beige chair (steel)
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gray padded chair
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folding chairs on chair rack
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folding chairs on chair rack
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chairs
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gray chairs
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tan chairs
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black chairs
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gray padded chairs
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additional chairs donated to group
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tables and chairs used at birthday party luau
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5-foot round table with white tablecloth
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white round tablecloths
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white round tablecloths and ladder used at birthday party
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white round tablecloths and ladder used at birthday party
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white round tablecloths
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round tablecloth (white/red buffalo plaid checkered gingham) - 108" 
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round tablecloths (white/red buffalo plaid checkered gingham) - 108" 
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round tablecloth (white/blue buffalo plaid checkered gingham) - 108" 
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round tablecloths (white/blue buffalo plaid checkered gingham) - 108" 
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round tablecloths (white/burgundy buffalo plaid checkered gingham) - 108" 
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round tablecloths (white/burgundy buffalo plaid checkered gingham) - 108" 
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gold round tablecloth
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gold round tablecloth
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gold round tablecloth
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gold round tablecloths (6)
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red round tablecloth
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red round tablecloths (6)
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red round tablecloth
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red round tablecloth
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black round tablecloth
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black round tablecloths
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black round tablecloths
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sage green round tablecloth
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sage green round tablecloth
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sage green round tablecloths (6)
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royal blue round tablecloth
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royal blue round tablecloth
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royal blue round tablecloths
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yellow round tablecloth
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yellow round tablecloths
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120-inch black round tablecloth on 5-foot round table
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120-inch black round tablecloth on 5-foot round table
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gold smooth satin rectangle tablecloths (6)
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gold smooth satin rectangle tablecloth
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black rectangle tablecloths (60" x 102")
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black rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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black rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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charcoal gray rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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chocolate rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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lavender lilac rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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lavender lilac rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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violet amethyst rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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violet amethyst rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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purple rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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purple rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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eggplant rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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blue rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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dusty blue rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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royal blue rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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royal blue rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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royal blue rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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navy blue rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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premium dark blue faux denim rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102") 
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premium dark blue faux denim rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102") 
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yellow rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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yellow rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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gold rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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champagne rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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champagne rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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dusty rose rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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dusty rose rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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cinnamon rose rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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cinnamon rose rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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nude rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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nude rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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blush/rose gold rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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beige rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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pink rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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pink rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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pink rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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fuchsia rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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terracotta rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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terracotta rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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taupe rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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taupe rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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cinnamon brown rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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coral rectangle tablecloth (60" x 126")
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orange rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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orange rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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red rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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wine rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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burgundy rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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burgundy rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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peacock teal rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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turquoise rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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hunter emerald green rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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olive green rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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dusty sage green / eucalyptus sage green rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102") 
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sage green rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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apple green rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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apple green rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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lime green sage rectangle tablecloth (60" x 126")
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silver rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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silver rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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ivory rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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ivory rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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ivory rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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white rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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white rectangle tablecloth (60" x 102")
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white rectangle tablecloths (60" x 102")
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white rectangle tablecloths at birthday party luau
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Halloween rectangle tablecloths (60" x 84")
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Halloween rectangle tablecloths (60" x 84")
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St. Patrick's Day rectangle tablecloths (60" x 102")
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St. Patrick's Day rectangle tablecloths (60" x 102")
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St. Patrick's Day rectangle tablecloths (60" x 102")
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St. Patrick's Day rectangle tablecloths (60" x 102")
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St. Patrick's Day rectangle tablecloths (60" x 102")
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black tablecloth (60" x 126")
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black tablecloth (60" x 126")
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white square tablecloths - 54"
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white square tablecloths - 54"
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purple square tablecloths - 54"
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purple square tablecloths - 54"
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purple table runners (108")
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purple table runner (108")
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purple table runner (108")
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cloth dinner napkin (gold) - 17" x 17"
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cloth dinner napkins (gold) - 17" x 17"
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dinner plates
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dinner plates
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dessert plates
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dessert plates
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glass bowls (Corelle Vitrelle)
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dinner forks (Windsor Choice)
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dinner forks (Windsor Choice)
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dinner forks (Windsor Choice)
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dinner forks
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dinner forks
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dinner forks
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additional dinner forks donated by Glenda H. 
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salad fork
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salad forks
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additional salad forks donated by Glenda L. 
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dinner spoons
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dinner spoons
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cocktail forks
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dessert spoons
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dessert spoons and tea spoons
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dessert spoons and tea spoons
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tea spoons
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additional dessert spoons donated by Glenda L. 
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steak knives
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steak knives
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steak knives
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steak knives
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steak knives
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steak knives (pointed tip)
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premium steak knives
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dinner knives
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dinner knives
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silverware
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dinner utensils/silverware: knives, forks, spoons
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silverware donated by Glenda L.
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bamboo silverware organizer / holder
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drinking glasses (glass)
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drinking glasses (glass)
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drinking glasses (glass)
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drinking glasses (glass)
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stemless red wine glass
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stemless red wine glass
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stemless red wine glass
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stemless red wine glass
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plastic drinking glasses
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plastic drinking glass
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plastic drinking glass
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salt and pepper shakers
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salt and pepper shakers
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salt and pepper shakers
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Monoprice 10 x 10ft Easy Setup Foldable Pop-Up Canopy Tent (provided by Jeff) 
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5-gallon water jug
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cooler (with drinks in it)
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coolers
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coolers
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soft cooler (Arctic Zone)
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soft cooler (Arctic Zone)
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soft cooler (Arctic Zone)
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soft cooler (Arctic Zone)
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soft cooler (Colman)
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soft cooler (Colman)
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soft cooler (Colman)
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soft cooler (Colman)
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soft cooler (Colman)
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matched serving utensils set
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matched serving utensils set
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matched serving utensils set
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serving utensil bins
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serving utensils
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serving utensils
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serving utensils
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serving utensils
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serving utensils
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serving utensils
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serving utensils
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serving knives/ carving knives tote
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serving knives/ carving knives tote
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serving knives/ carving knives tote
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serving knives/ carving knives tote
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serving utensils donated by Krystal
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serving utensils donated by Krystal
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serving utensils donated by Krystal
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serving utensils donated by Krystal
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serving utensils donated by Krystal
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serving utensils donated by Krystal
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serving utensils donated by Lucky W.
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pie server (10 1/2")
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pie servers (24)
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electric pump (inflates and deflates)
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electric pump (inflates and deflates)
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electric pump (inflates and deflates)
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electric balloon inflator
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electric balloon inflater
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler) - can reach up to 18 ft.
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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ladder (Little Giant Leveler)
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six-foot step ladder
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six-foot step ladder
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six-foot step ladder
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Honeywell TC10PEU
Compact Evaporative Tower Air Cooler with Fan and Humidifier 
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Honeywell TC10PEU
Compact Evaporative Tower Air Cooler with Fan and Humidifier 
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portable tower air coolers
with fan and humidifier 
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commercial coffee urn /
hot water heater 
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commercial coffee urn /
hot water heater 
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commercial coffee urn /
hot water heater 
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commercial coffee urn /
hot water heater 
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50-cup steel percolating coffee urn
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50-cup steel percolating coffee urn
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50-cup steel percolating coffee urn
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30-cup percolating coffee maker / percolator / urn
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30-cup percolating coffee maker / percolator / urn
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30-cup percolating coffee maker / percolator / urn
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easel: dual-purpose, black aluminum
adjustable height 35 in. - 65 in.; supports up to 20 lb. 
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easel: dual-purpose, black aluminum
shown with pad retainer for flip charts 
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easel: dual-purpose, heavy-duty aluminum
adjustable height. 37 in - 69 in.; supports up to 30 lb. 
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easel: dual-purpose, heavy-duty aluminum
adjustable height. 37 in - 69 in.; supports up to 30 lb. 
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table top easel
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table top easel
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table top easel
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4" x 6" table top sign holder
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4" x 6" table top sign holder
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4" x 6" table top sign holders
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4" x 6" table top sign holders
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portable whiteboard (23" X 35")
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portable whiteboard (23" X 35")
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metal ice bucket
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stainless steel cider/wine bucket
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stainless steel cider/wine bucket
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water dispenser
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water dispenser
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5-gallon beverage jar
(plastic water dispenser) 
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5-gallon beverage jar
(plastic water dispenser) 
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5-gallon beverage jar
(plastic water dispenser) 
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transparent plastic ice bucket
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transparent plastic ice bucket
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bussing tote (24" x 16")
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bussing tote (24" x 16")
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bussing tote (24" x 16")
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bussing tote (18" x 14")
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tablecloth clips
(large, fit tables up to 2.4" thickness) 
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tablecloth clips
(regular, fit tables up to 1.77" thickness) 
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tablecloth clips
(regular, fit tables up to 1.77" thickness) 
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microwave
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microwave
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smart TV
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smart TV
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smart TV
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smart TV
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Radio Shack karaoke machine / amplified sound system 
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Radio Shack karaoke machine / amplified sound system 
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Radio Shack karaoke machine / amplified sound system 
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Singing Machine karaoke machine / amplified sound system 
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magnetic dart board
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magnetic dart board
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magnetic dart board
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pickleball nets
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pickleball nets
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pickleball nets
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pickleball nets
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pickleball nets
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pickleball paddles
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pickleball paddle
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pickleball ball
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pickleball balls
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axe throwing set
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axe throwing set
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pens (100 black ink pens in container)
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potluck dinner sign: aluminum yard sign 
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potluck dinner sign: mounted poster 
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potluck dinner sign: mounted poster 
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50-gallon trash can on wheels
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32-gallon trash
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32-gallon collapsable trash can
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32-gallon collapsable trash can
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32-gallon collapsable trash can
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simplehuman Quick Grip Napkin Holder
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simplehuman Quick Grip Napkin Holder
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paper towel holder donated by Glenda L. 
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paper towel holder
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wood serving platter
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wood serving platter
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wood serving platter
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clear glass serving platter / glass tray
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clear glass serving platter / glass tray
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clear glass serving platter / glass tray
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ceramic serving platter
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rubber door stops
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rubber door stops
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rubber door stops
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traffic cones (large)
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reusable / disposable table covers
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disposable drinking cups
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paper and plastic products "go kit": disposable plates, utensils, bowls, napkins, cups 
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paper and plastic products "go kit": disposable plates, utensils, bowls, napkins, cups 
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Q. What does it cost?
A. These are free to use for anybody hosting neighborhood events. These are also free for anybody who belongs to the neighborhood potluck group (and a few associated groups), to use for any purpose.
Q. May I borrow supplies without organizing an event through the neighborhood group?
A. Yes.
Q. Is this only for the Shalimar neighborhood?
A. No. Many of the neighbors in the group live in the Shalimar neighborhood. But most neighbors in the group live OUTSIDE of the Shalimar neighborhood. These resources are for people throughout Tempe as well as neighboring neighborhoods adjoining Tempe.
Q. What is the minimum size of an event I may schedule/organize through the group?
A. 4 people
Q. What is the maximum size of an event I can schedule/organize through the group?
A. There is no maximum. You can schedule "unlimited seating" events.
Q. Who can host?
A. Most events are hosted by individual neighbors. But pretty much anybody in the community can host events, and many other types of groups have hosted events: church, synagogue, mosque, political party, business, fraternal organization, non-profit, government department/agency, club, etc.
Q. I am interested in hosting an event, but I am unsure about how to go about doing it.
A. You really don't need to know anything. We can walk you through the steps. But really, hosting a neighborhood event is far simple than you might think. If you have nothing more than a place to invite some people to and a desire to do so, you can do this with minimal effort. You don't even need to know any people to invite. The neighborhood group already has the list of neighbors who want to be invited to these events. And of course you can invite people who are not on that list, whether it is individuals or an entire group you belong to.
Q. Are you able to provide the location/venue?
A. Most hosts provide the location for the event. But we can typically provide a location/venue if necessary.