I think we should go with the sign-up sheet approach rather than asking everyone to bring a specific dish. It works better when people can choose what they are comfortable making. The park pavilion is reserved for Saturday the 15th and I have confirmed we have access from 11am to 6pm. We will need to set up tables and chairs which the parks department provides but we have to arrange ourselves. If you can be there by 10 to help that would be great. I was thinking we could have a few main dishes and then let people fill in with sides and desserts based on what they like to cook. Sarah mentioned she would bring her baked ziti and Tom said he would do a large salad. For drinks we can ask everyone to bring their own or we could collect a couple dollars per person and buy in bulk which might be simpler. Let me know what you think about the timing and whether the sign-up approach works for the group.
The weather forecast looks good for that day with only a slight chance of afternoon showers. We do have the pavilion roof covering the main area so even if it rains we should be fine. We will need about eight tables to accommodate everything and I can bring extra folding chairs from home. If anyone has dietary restrictions we should note those on the sign-up sheet so people can plan accordingly.
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The issue with the paint not adhering properly is most likely due to the surface not being clean enough before you started. Even if it looked clean there could be residue from cleaning products or natural oils from hands that prevent proper bonding. What I would suggest is lightly sanding the problem areas with fine-grit sandpaper then wiping down with a mild soap solution and letting it dry completely before applying a primer. The primer really makes a difference on surfaces that have been previously painted or might have contaminants. You might also want to check the humidity levels when you painted because if it was too humid that can cause adhesion problems too. For the trim work I have found that using a high-quality angled brush gives much cleaner lines than tape though it takes a steady hand. If you want to try again this weekend I could come over and help with the sanding and prep work.
Also I wanted to mention that the hardware store on Main Street carries a brand of primer that I have had good results with. It is a bit more expensive than the standard stuff but it bonds well to tricky surfaces. Let me know if you want me to pick up a gallon for you when I go there tomorrow afternoon.