Late fall is the time of year when my thoughts turn to fireplaces, friends and family, football (okay, not really) and… Festivus! Along with Thanksgiving, Festivus tops my list of favorite holidays. And they’re both coming up in the next month!
On Sat, Dec 12th, steel yourself against the consumerism of the holiday season at this Traction tradition for the rest of us — flush again this year with the much-beloved feats of strength, airings of grievances, and of course the revered Festivus pole, all interpreted a la Traction… plus new twists and turns for 2009!
Festivus is truly about community, and it couldn’t happen without the contributions of MANY. If you’ve enjoyed Festivus but never volunteered or donated a few hours of Quality Time with you as part of the QT auction, why not let 2009 be the year? It’ll make the night that much more fun, trust me.
Speaking of community…
What: Potluck for all Tractivists (Festivus volunteers particularly!)
Where: James & Jennie’s house
RSVP: festivus[at]getTraction[dot]org for directions
When: This Sunday at 5pm*
*Persimmon-picking starts at 3:30pm!
Speaking of community, again:
If you have space at your Thanksgiving table for one or more guests, or if you’re seeking a table to join, let us know and we’ll connect you up with community on Turkey/Tofurkey Day. Nice.
My wish for us all is that Thanksgiving and/or Festivus bring a few of our favorite things this time of year. For me, that means food, warmth, new connections, intentional gratitude and all that community entails. I hope to connect with YOU this season.
Lanya
Walltownie, turkivore, Tractivist
P.S. Are you one of the folks who look forward to Festivus all year long? Tell us your favorite Festivus memory and we may highlight it in an upcoming email! Write festivus[at]getTraction[dot]org.