Picnic Sentence Examples

Remember the picnic beside the pond?

Friday teacher and I went to a picnic with little children.

It was very pleasant out in the shady woods, and we all enjoyed the picnic very much.

By the way, your picnic basket was a big hit.

That's okay, are we going on a picnic?

Ten minutes later, she sat at a picnic table, devouring the crispy-sweet treats.

Maybe we could have a picnic, or play ball together.

Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlin celebrated the 17th of June by giving a picnic to their literary friends.

I twisted Cade's arm to get him to come out here with me for a picnic lunch.

Wonderful. It's a perfect day for a picnic, don't you think?

Go to the park for the afternoon and have a picnic, or take her to the amusement park.

Take your sweetheart to the beach or lake and bring a picnic.

Pick up some food to go, and create your own picnic on or off the trail.

We're going to the Berkshires for a picnic today.

Rose is light and fruity, a popular picnic wine in Provence, while white zinfandel, made in California, is a sweet wine made from Zinfandel grapes that are picked early.

He purchased the land to turn it into a picnic area.

You can take a long hike on a trail, have a picnic in a grove of trees, or just lay down in the sun for a nice nap.

By the time they reached Hunter's double-parked car, Dean felt like limp lettuce at a summer picnic.

Relax in your own garden with oak picnic bench whilst listening to the owls.

We will stop for a picnic you can then unhitch before lunch.

Its fine seafront esplanade and extensive sands are perfect for a stroll or a picnic after a browse around Broughty's wonderful small shops.

The canal plays host to a variety of wildlife and it is an ideal spot for a picnic and a spot for a picnic and a spot of fishing.

This is an ideal spot to pick up incredible sandwiches and other ingredients, like antipasto and fresh mozzarella, for the perfect picnic meal.

Thursday we had a picnic.

The large park has biking and hiking trails and places to picnic or play with your dog.

Why don't I pack a lunch so we can go down to the pond for a picnic?

A small village of tents and picnic gazebos provided an area for refreshments for the gathering crowd.

The hotel's outdoor picnic area has barbecue grills.

Take the family on a traditional picnic with all the trimmings.

A stroll through the Conservatory of Flowers, along with a picnic lunch at the concert, could make a wonderful first date or a twenty year anniversary.

When folded for travel, this beach lounger resembles an over-sized picnic basket.

Fashion-forward parents around the globe can now make like Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt as they take their little ones in hand, and jaunt off to the park for an impromptu family picnic.

Have a picnic, tell ghost stories, and enjoy your time together!

Marinated shrimp is a real treat, especially when you're grilling outside for a picnic.

If you are craving something warm and filling for your picnic meal, try baked polenta with zucchini and tomato sauce or a flaky spinach pie topped with pine nuts.

But after what you've been through, I guess it would seem like a picnic.

The Oxford picnic backpack has an insulated food compartment with a wipe clean liner.

The frittata makes a brilliant picnic dish in summer served cold on its own or sandwiched in crusty baguettes.

We got caught in a downpour unexpectedly today and we all shivered while I wrapped our picnic blanket round the Mutsy!

Or a sumptuous picnic using delicious Scottish produce in a remote mountain bothy.

We soon found a group of blue chaffinches feeding by the picnic tables, with a few canaries.

Steel folding picnic chairs cost £ 7. Standard delivery is £ 5, and items normally arrive within two working days.

The couple can have a romantic picnic for two on their honeymoon and enjoy themselves when all of the commotion is over with.

To celebrate, Colin Gibbs made it a champagne picnic, complete with speeches - and soup thoughtfully provided by Iris Piggott.

I tried to wear my great beauty Indian shawl at a picnic.

More Fun Day Pictures Click Here Wednesday 17 June and DIVA members brave the weather and visit Nostell for a paint and picnic event.

The larger the picnic table, the more money you'll need to invest in wood.

A floaty summer skirt, open-toed sandals and a white wrap blouse make a simple, cool outfit that will take you to the movies, to a picnic or on a date.

Sun dresses and summer go hand-in-hand; add a flirty fabric like chiffon and you're sure to feel girly and innocent whether you're attending a garden wedding, going on a picnic or on a weekend date.

Wine and cheese baskets can provide the perfect snacking for a romantic picnic.

However, my all-time favorite picnic was sitting on a bench at the tip of the Ile de la Cité in Paris with a beguiling Brouilly to drink, an onion tarte to eat and watching the boats and barges cruise by on the Seine.

One of the best features of the winery is the picnic grounds.

Bring a bagged lunch and eat in the cafeteria or at the picnic area outside.

This makes them easily acceptable for school dress codes, days of playing contact sports at a picnic or just throwing them on over a swimsuit during a trip to the local pool.

Whether it is a picnic in the park at sunset or a spring hike through the wildflowers, the outdoor environment is naturally romantic.

Choosing homemade options, like packing your own sandwiches for a picnic instead of stopping by a deli, can also cut costs.

During the day, pack up a picnic lunch and take your sweetie to the park.

Instead of eating lunch or dinner at home, why not pack it up and head to the park for a picnic?

There are some instances, whether it be a jaunty picnic in the park for two, or a lazy Sunday brunch, that just cries out for a soft, yet elegant, lady-like clutch.

He appreciates romance as the prelude to passion and masterfully creates any romantic setting, be it a country picnic or an evening of fine dining.

These toys feature cute faces and voices on things such as telephones, picnic baskets and cooking pots to teach your child about colors, counting and shapes.

Some parks offer free picnic areas, barbeque pits, baseball fields, basketball goals, and soccer fields.

Packing a picnic lunch and sharing it together.

These include the picnic on Wheels which allows cyclists to stop by the river for a picnic in the surroundings of Seaclose Park.

For the very young Lizzie's Magic Farm or teddy bears picnic are perfect.

We then went to find somewhere in the shade so we could have our lunchtime picnic.

The beaches there are an ideal spot for a seaside picnic where children can play safely.

A visit to the observation tower was followed by a informal picnic in the new primary school in St. Philbert.

The prices for the thatched roofs do not include the picnic tables.

Had a picnic in a park there then wandered round the town for awhile!

But everything tasted perfectly splendid, and I'd rather have it than a church picnic.

A number of picnic spots with parking are to be found on the east side by the road.

The presence of two women, with one man, and a rather sumptuous picnic was regarded as scandalous.

Visitor facilities include a tearoom, picnic area, gift and plant shop and a farm shop located just outside the main Castle entrance.

There are identical redheaded triplet girls having a picnic on a blanket under a tree.

Had a picnic in a park there then wandered round the town for awhile !

Shinning up a fifteen hundred foot long rope would be no picnic with the added problem of the field.

But everything tasted perfectly splendid, and I 'd rather have it than a church picnic.

Do something spontaneous, go see a film, have a picnic in the park.

The canal plays host to a variety of wildlife and it is an ideal spot for a picnic and a spot of fishing.

After a picnic there was a grim steep climb up to an exposed ridge with clouds of fine rain swirling about.

An attractive multi colored tartan pattern picnic rug which protects you from damp grass or sand.

Gradually I could see the beautiful but terror-stricken face of a woman with a picnic basket nearby.

After a lovely picnic we got changed into our swimming togs and braved the water !

A carrying handle makes them easy to tote around for an impromptu picnic.

Outside, the lodges have a veranda with picnic tables and benches.

Picnic on board, watch wildlife, moor at a waterside pub.

We ate our picnic near our MGB, making good use of our recently purchased proper wicker picnic basket.

My ideal date is a picnic followed by a peaceful riverside amble.

Decorations can be simple for a barbecue bash-- picnic tables covered in checked tablecloths are highly appropriate.

Some examples of reusable baskets are a picnic basket for future picnics, a laundry basket, or a toy basket.

While picnics are common in the summer, you may want to plan a winter picnic for something new and different!

All you need for a welcoming backyard hangout is a little time, some wood and supplies, and a good set of picnic table plans.

The Internet is full of designs for small woodworking projects, and finding the right set of instructions can make building a picnic table a fun experience.

Maybe you don't want your picnic table to be just like everyone else's.

If you're short on space, a folding picnic table might be your best option.

Consider making these picnic table plans for your kids.

Rona has a great plan for a kid-sized picnic table.

A picnic table can help you make great use of your outdoor living space, but it needs to be an attractive extension of your home.

You can have even more fun when you decorate a children's picnic table.

Building a picnic table often goes better when you have someone else to help.

Red and white cedar, which are both strong and especially insect-and weather-resistant, can be used to build round or square log tables (and sometimes matching chairs), flip-up benches, or a park-style picnic dining table.

These tables, while not necessarily expensive, will often cost more than comparably-sized plastic picnic tables.

Whether you are looking for plans to build picnic tables that are hexagonal, oversized or sized for children, there are many websites that provide plans for these plus many other types of picnic table styles.

Building a simple backyard picnic table is a do-it-yourself project that even someone new to woodworking can accomplish in a weekend or less.

This classic style picnic table has attached benches and is the perfect choice for backyards, patios or decks.

Free plans for this style picnic table are available online from This Old House.

Tool Crib provides free plans for thirty-two different styles of picnic tables gathered from across the Internet.

For example, Tool Crib's number one pick for the best picnic table is a retro 1980s hexagonal shaped table originally from the July/August issue of Mother Earth News.

If you are looking for plans for a picnic table for children, the Internet provides many great options.

Build Easy provides free plans for a child's traditional outdoor picnic table.

With the wide assortment of free and low-priced plans to build picnic tables available online, the hardest part is deciding which one to make.

You should also check to see if liquids, like the juice from a fresh watermelon, hastens the disintegration of your party, grilling or picnic plates.

From a fun Earth Day awareness walk to a roadside cleanup and picnic, Earth Day is an occasion to celebrate and use your skills and enthusiasm to make a better world.

Although you may want to skip it when heading to that church picnic, feel free to pull out all the stops for a big party or hot date.

Personalize the basket with the couple's names and add fun picnic ware.

It can be a picnic or a time to put on the good clothes.

These types of wedding gift baskets might also include accoutrements such as cloth napkins, a wine opener, champagne glasses and picnic blanket.

Try an "Off to the Beach" vacation kit full of the basics for enjoying surf and sand, or a loaded picnic basket filled with condiments to promise the couple time together as well as give them a head start on their pantry.

Honeymooners can indulge in relaxation with their new spouse in an overwater bungalow or a romantic lagoon-side private picnic.

Facilities. Some beaches offer restrooms, covered pavilions, picnic areas, drinking fountains, and other amenities for guests to use.

Dress up your tables and chairs by using matching cloths, linens, and covers; alternatively, play up a rustic location by using wooden picnic tables and mismatched chairs.

Even for the more casual activities such as picnic lunches, men should strive to keep their wardrobe items upgraded from t-shirts and jeans.

Many will have covered patio or picnic areas that can also be used for the reception.

Daytime receptions can be held outdoors, making it feel more like a barbeque or a picnic.

Whether for a picnic or beach party, school, or just because, a tee can often take precedence over a dress.

This is a casual look that would be great for play or for a family picnic.

The Crab Short Set from Shrimp and Grits is perfect play wear for a barbeque or picnic.

There may be benches or picnic tables, and there will certainly be plenty of trash cans and supplies for owners to clean up after their dogs.

There's a possibility she did, but the family might not have made the connection until she was around the dogs at the picnic again.

Try a picnic, hikes, lunches or games for kids and dogs.

Planning a safe picnic with your dog this summer with these tips from guest columnist Wendy Nan Rees.

Some of the best times I always have with my three boys is when we go on a picnic.

Today's tip is all about how to have a safe and fun picnic!

These shirts are nice enough to wear to a picnic or out on a casual date.

If you get invited to a summer picnic or outdoor party, a casual style of dress is proper.

Plus size silk maxi dresses come in different styles and can be accessorized for a special evening occasion or worn for a walk along the beach, picnic or to go out shopping.

Look chic and cute at the next church picnic or family get-together in a plus size retro apron that evokes memories of days gone by.

A church picnic or going to an event or performance are other options to consider.

They are clear indoors and usually won't go completely dark in areas where you're exposed to some UV rays, such as in the car or in a shady picnic area.

Outdoor stands are also located throughout the park, and guests are welcome to bring their own picnics to enjoy in the picnic area located just outside the park's entrance (no outside food is permitted inside the park).

Guests can also take advantage of designated picnic areas.

Lockers and picnic areas are available to store and eat your meals.

Park hours vary throughout the year - you can find the operating hours for your trip on the website, where you will also find information about picnic areas, stroller and locker rental and a map of the park.

One impressive technique is the ability to rip apart a maintenance truck and wield a wrecking ball as if it were a giant yo-yo, knocking helicopters and tanks around as if they were flies buzzing around a picnic.

Do you want to put it all in a picnic basket, a fine wooden box, or something else?

Those sleeves don't usually chill a wine very effectively - they are really designed to KEEP a wine chilled when outside or on a picnic.

Pinot Gris or Pinot Grigio are bone-dry whites with acidity that are easy drinking and unpretentious and very picnic appropriate.

To me, a Côtes-du-Rhône, Syrah, Shiraz, Grenache/Garnacha wines are never a mistake as a country wine picnic wines.

Choose between a California, Oregon or New Zealand version or roll the dice with a Burgundy and turn your picnic into a sensual experience with earthy aromas and flavors.

A picnic can be organized complicated affairs or spontaneous outdoor soirées.

Or, just go down to your favorite deli and get some sandwiches, grab a bottle of vino, toss them into your picnic basket and head to your picnic spot.

Many wineries have picnic areas for their guests and welcome them to rest and experience their little bit of wine country.

Picnic spots abound, almost anyplace where one can spread a blanket will do, even the backyard.

A one-day wine tasting trip is feasible and can be enjoyed mixing in three to four winery visits and either a quick picnic lunch or visit to one of the region's world-class restaurants.

Leather and wood decorative holders protect wine bottles on their way to a party or picnic.

Rumor has it that they got their permit for picnic grounds when Napa County was more lenient towards wineries having them.

You will notice that most other wineries in Napa don't have picnic grounds at all.

Give a picnic - Include a picnic basket, linens, plastic wine glasses, a bottle of wine and a selection of cheeses, crusty bread and crackers.

Create a wine picnic basket that friends can use when the weather gets better.

Include a light white like Pinot Grigio, plastic wine glasses, two outdoor table settings, a picnic blanket and non-perishable picnic foods.

Lambrusco is the perfect wine to take on a picnic.

Each park offers different amenities with most offering a fire pit, picnic tables, a supply of water, showers and a cleared area for you to secure your tent.

If you're going camping at a typical campground where there is a picnic table and a campfire ring available, the odds are good that there's already a grill attached to the fire ring.

The facility has 19 roomy campsites, complete with amenities like picnic tables and fire rings.

Carolina Beach State Park-Located at Carolina Beach, this campground features over 80 family sites, including toilets, showers, drinking water, picnic tables, and grills.

These sites include restrooms, showers, grills, water, and picnic tables.

Each site has a picnic table and fire ring.

This campground does not have full hookups, but each site has a fire ring and a picnic table.

Perfect for a summertime picnic, a fast snack, and a brown bag standard, a good egg salad sandwich recipe is something every cook should have.

You'll also get to have a gourmet picnic at a winery, or lunch at many of the regions fine dining establishments.

It might most commonly be used as a picnic or beach blanket, but can also be used for crafts where items like glue and paint will make a mess.

The traditional beach or picnic blanket, if you didn't use a towel, is made of a sturdy woven fabric that holds up well to the rigors of sand and grass.

For people who are serious about their beach and picnic gear, blankets have been continually evolving for the better and more practical.

You might also try the Picnic Plus Mega Mat Waterproof Picnic/Stadium Blanket which has a built-in shoulder strap.

Choose sets by themselves or buy sets in baskets, which make it easy for children to transport their own private picnic to a backyard or friend's house.

The Picnic on the Patio Playhouse is perfect for pretend entertaining.

Whether you are headed to an impromptu lunch or a family picnic, petite women's halter dresses are the ideal chic summer dresses.

Simply place your Presto griddle on a flat area, such as a countertop or picnic table, plug it in to a standard electrical outlet, turn on the temperature control and allow the unit to preheat.

Multiple votive holders in varying heights can be used across a picnic table on a runner or be scattered about the area as mood lighting in early evening hours.

Whether its sitting at a game or at a picnic, seat cushions provide a comfortable seating option.

Looking for a date at online adult dating services isn't quite the same as looking for love at, say, the church picnic or a spinning class.

Pack a picnic and show your date a place you love.

A picnic is a classic option for romantic dining.

However, the idea of the picnic is more important than the specific location, so you can also enjoy a picnic in your backyard, or even throw a blanket on the living room floor.

If you don't have a traditional picnic basket, a cooler or even a roomy tote bag will do for carrying your meal.

While most couples think of a bright spring day when picturing the perfect setting for a picnic, moonlight can provide an extra dose of romance.

Combine the ambience of a candlelight dinner with the coziness and casual charm of a picnic.

If you're enjoying a picnic, find a park where you can take a nature walk after your meal.

In fact, it doesn't even have to be a night; meet your friends for breakfast before work or plan an afternoon picnic.

A picnic lunch or candlelight dinner can lend romance to the most common food.

A picnic lunch, frisbee or a baseball and bat can add an element of carefree merriment to your outing.Book a basketball or tennis court and challenge each other to a game.

The key to a good picnic is remembering the little details such as bringing utensils, napkins and a blanket.

Pack a picnic for the two of you featuring your significant other's favorite foods.

Have the picnic backpack embroidered with his initials.

You can set up a table with a tablecloth and candlelight, or lay a picnic blanket on the floor with candlelight and wine glasses.

If there's time, pack a bag with picnic items so you can relax once you get to your sunset destination.

A private picnic at a favorite secluded spot or indoors in front of a fireplace.

Bread, fruit, cheese, and wine are popular snack options, or the picnic could be composed of any favorite foods.

Parks close to the couple's workplace are the perfect venue for a picnic proposal.

You can use add stones or shells to the letters or plan a romantic beach picnic where she can find the ring box in the picnic basket.

An engagement party could be a simple picnic in the park where everyone brings their own food and drink or a party on a private yacht - or anything in between!

For a backyard picnic, a phone call or email would be acceptable.

Members receive benefits like monthly meetings, website publicity, referral services, marketing materials, and even a summer picnic.

Low- and high-end handbag designers alike have capitalized on the rage, breathing new life into an organic material once mainly associated with picnic baskets.

You can carry your western purse to a nice dinner or family picnic.

It was that day his ma and her husband took us up in Governor's Basin for a picnic.

Fred O'Connor, with three silver-haired lady friends in tow, clustered around the backyard picnic table.

It's beautiful out there, as warm as Patty at a picnic.

I'll bring a picnic.

Elisabeth quipped, "A little over the top for a picnic, wouldn't you say?"

But then the damn phone rang, and like a late afternoon shower on a summer picnic, turned the day to crap.

The battle that started to ensue made the violent movie Gladiator look like a picnic.

In a zany and uninhibited 24 hours, Ione helps bring the two together, culminating in a wonderfully anarchic picnic.

At lunch, we have a picnic where we aim to visit a variety of secluded anchorages.

We offer optional picnic hampers and evening meals (including local aperitif and wine ).

On one side of me sat a plump, middle-aged woman in floppy, cotton trousers with a brimming picnic basket between her legs.

This was followed by a picnic lunch in a nearby beauty spot.

We had a picnic lunch and boiled the billy on an open fire.

Picnic areas are numerous on the banks of this enchanting loch which richly deserves its title of ' The Jewel of Cowal ' .

The Danish motorways have lots of lovely picnic areas, which take the drudgery out of driving.

A short ascent brings us to a delightful picnic spot among mountain gentians.

Biking and hiking are among the activities on offer, and there are barbecue grills and picnic facilities.

Tension comes to a head during the leisurely Labor Day picnic, a marathon event that begins with games and ends with booze-fuelled hysterics.

A large wooden lean-to takes up about half of the eastern portion of the the picnic area.

There is also a children's play area, picnic site and rare breed farm animals, including llamas and African pygmy goats.

Grounds - two acres of beautifully maintained lawned grounds where you can picnic, play ball games and let the children run free.

Tropical Kingbird We take a midday break at the Caroni Visitor Center, a great place for a picnic, overlooking the mangroves.

You can picnic in flower-filled meadows, stroll through formal gardens or even visit a farm just seven miles from the City!

On a picnic they're brought together in the true style of Victorian melodrama.

Food is usually good, although sometimes a little monotonous, but the picnic lunches are very good and most drinks are included.

This because they finally disembark in old-fashioned picnic and ski shows nationally.

Here, a couple are just sitting in the warm sunshine enjoying a picnic.

You can enjoy the beautiful Gwili Valley from the train, or on a riverside picnic, or on the woodland walk.

An Outside picnic table is also provided on the sundeck.

After a lovely picnic we got changed into our swimming togs and braved the water!

Have a picnic on the riverbank or try white water rafting which is available in the area.

Stopped at Tintern Station picnic site to wring out the water.

This would be the perfect option to wear to a family reunion or an afternoon picnic.

Present your recipient with the basket and a picnic blanket and they have all of the makings for an enjoyable afternoon of sipping wine.

Wine Party Picnic Gift Basket - Ravenswood Duo, includes a bottle of Zinfandel and one of Chardonnay, sun-dried tomato tapenade, merlot cheddar cheese, crackers, summer sausage, $100.

If you are looking for something to store and keep you wine cold at your next picnic or beach party, here are a few small chillers that will do the job.

You bring the ants and I'll bring the country picnic wine.

No matter what the season, anytime is a good time for a picnic.

Getting all the ingredients to collaborate is the trick for a successful picnic.

That also means that a good country picnic wine won't be overly expensive either and that's not a bad thing.

Go with crisp, clean, fruity whites with some acidity to pair with your picnic food.

Finally, pack all your supplies in coolers, picnic baskets, boxes, clothes baskets, and other containers.

Invite your date to a potluck picnic in which he or she brings three favorite foods and you do the same.

Make a day of it with a picnic at the beautiful park grounds.

Next to the Portland Children's Museum you will find picnic areas and trails to take in the traditional Northwest forest property.

For more game ideas, check out our article on picnic game ideas.

This hilarious picnic game involves hopping in a burlap potato sack.

After you've worked up an appetite exploring the city's museums and gardens, find a local Chicago park and have a picnic.

Let kids help pack a picnic basket -- young children love helping out.

Pack a backpack with a picnic lunch, and spend the day exploring your town or local park.

The Western Electric Company was transporting employees and their family members to a picnic when disaster struck; the boat tilted and fell over sideways dumping the passengers into the river.

Remember, playing frisbee in the park, having a picnic by the lake, and other energetic outdoor activities are almost always free.

Hannaa Sandals are the perfect mix of an innocent picnic and a pair of racy blue jean cut-offs.

Whether you're planning a spicy evening out or a simple afternoon picnic, this popular footwear company has shoes for you!

Wear them out with the girls, or just to go out and have a Sunday afternoon picnic.

There are no restaurants or shops in the park, so be sure to pack a picnic to enjoy at the summit.

Taking a hike and then enjoying a quiet picnic is one possibility.

An outdoor playground and picnic area ensure that a child gets plenty of fresh air.

Willie Nelson's renowned "Fourth of July Picnic" (with its many celebrity guest singers) was held here for five years in a row (1995-1999), attracting thousands of visitors.

Openned in 1907, it included large picnic lawns, a band shell, and a stage for vaudeville productions.

Guests are not permitted to bring food or drink inside the park, but ample picnic facilities and restrooms are located in the parking lot area.

Make something easy and useful that dad will love by crafting a picnic pot.

Use it to tote items around at a picnic or barbecue.

Bring your digital camera, sketchpad, and a picnic lunch to make it an all day field trip.

Spruce up a picnic or patriotic party with a few homemade red, white, and blue creations.

Present the glasses with a bottle of champagne and a picnic basket filled with treats for the two of you to enjoy.

And, as any parent knows, bored and frustrated kids are no picnic.

Take your gourmet picnic to the next level without even turning on the stove.

Cold cuts on a picnic might not seem very original, but how about creating little rolls of cheese and meat and then closing them with a toothpick?

What gourmet picnic would be complete without a cold condiment salad?

Here is some great advice on packing the perfect picnic basket.

The Food Network has an entire section of their website dedicated to picnic foods.

Livestrong gives you four excellent tips on creating the perfect picnic.

June, July and August are the best months of the year for an outdoor feast, filled with the perfect summer picnic foods.

Here are a few excellent picnic foods for you to consider.

Veggies are a great way to bring freshness to your picnic.

Salads made with either or both of these ingredients are perfect for a summer picnic because they provide a wonderful background for fresh veggies and herbs.

These salads can be easily transported in plastic containers and pair well with sandwiches and a simple dessert for a complete picnic lunch.

What summer picnic would be complete without fresh fruit?

The key to serving meats at a picnic are to ensure that they are cooked ahead of time.

Remember--on a picnic you want to create dishes that can be eaten with hands or with just a fork to eliminate the need for too many utensils or plates.

For beef, grill it before the picnic and slice it into thin pieces.

While fresh fruit is an easy end to a summer picnic, adding a dessert course will bring a lot of sophistication to your meal.

Summer picnic foods are best kept simple and straightforward.

Making the party a family potluck picnic helps keep costs low and assures a wide variety of foods.

A picnic on the playground or volunteering in a classroom can bring back many fond memories.

One is a picnic scene while the other shows people flipping cards to form the American flag.

The template is a simple design featuring a silhouette of a family near a picnic table.

In the morning, why not cook a big breakfast and eat outside on a picnic table?

If the honoree is an animal lover, consider having the party in the picnic area of the local zoo or at a farm with a petting zoo.

You could also moor up to a local picnic area, and let guests take turns partying on the boat while others lounge along the shore.

If there will be children at the party, you can set up a special picnic blanket in a shady spot where they'll be happy to sit.

If you plan on hosting the party at a local park, contact the parks and recreation department well in advance to reserve a pavilion or picnic table.

A number of TV critics deemed the show "morally reprehensible," and the ratings were no picnic either.

Kate and Jon first met at a picnic in 1997 when Jon worked at a hotel.

In October, 1997 he met Kate Kreider at an annual company picnic.

Overall, having a sunburn is no picnic in the park.

In concocting picnic dishes that will enhance your outdoor experience, choose foods that nourish and energize, foods that are fresh, light and nutritious.

With picnic tables and antler chandeliers as decor, the restaurant has nightly specials and events for both lunch and dinner.

Walking paths, picnic areas and sports courts are open year-round in the resort.

Emerson refused, in a kind and characteristic letter, to join the undertaking, and though he afterwards wrote of Brook Farm with not uncharitable humour as "a perpetual picnic, a French Revolution in small, an age of reason in a patty-pan," among its founders were many of his near friends.

There is a free breakfast buffet for guests, an outdoor pool with a picnic area, a video game room and on-site barbershop.

Nothing is more fitting for a picnic than a large glass jar of steeped tea.

But the rumble of the machinery made me think it was thundering, and I began to cry, because I feared if it rained we should not be able to have our picnic out of doors.

The woman checked a ring binder on the picnic table, running down the names with her finger.

The cafeteria where she led him looked medieval at best, a stone hall with lines of crude picnic tables and dark hearths.

The last day I remember her, she invited me to a picnic outside the city, near a stream.

In this account of the picnic we get an illuminating glimpse of Miss Sullivan's skill in teaching her pupil during play hours.

An attempt made upon his life, during a picnic at Clontarf, caused great excitement throughout Australia, and his assailant, a man named O'Farrell, was hanged.

Gabriel was sitting alone on top of one of the half dozen picnic tables.