20 years ago -perhaps more- the FOA gala was held at Wildwood Stable, well south of the barn in a lower field. Nice spot then, but regulations and improvements may prohibit such these days.
Gosh. This is not why I stand out in front of Jordan Pond House, for hours each week during the Summer months, subscribing new members and asking for donations. These people contribute because at that moment they are reminded of how much they enjoy and care about the Park. I've never understood why big money people need to be feted at such gala events - to make a donation. Especially at such a cost to FOA and to the community. You might think a note of gratitude and a day in the park would suffice.
20 years ago -perhaps more- the FOA gala was held at Wildwood Stable, well south of the barn in a lower field. Nice spot then, but regulations and improvements may prohibit such these days.
This is Municipal Property, from past history Alcohol was not allowed. Isn't it under the same rules as schools, etc?
Why couldn’t FOA find a less controversial private location?
Gosh. This is not why I stand out in front of Jordan Pond House, for hours each week during the Summer months, subscribing new members and asking for donations. These people contribute because at that moment they are reminded of how much they enjoy and care about the Park. I've never understood why big money people need to be feted at such gala events - to make a donation. Especially at such a cost to FOA and to the community. You might think a note of gratitude and a day in the park would suffice.
We seem to be in the midst of a pandemic of “I’m so special (💰💰) that the rules are for everyone but myself and my friends”