Neighbors Come Together for Picnic

Residents of the River Run and Rolling Terrace subdivisions gathered on the right-of-way behind Woodland Ridge Drive March 10 for a picnic hosted by the Neighborhood Watch group.

Businesses from the River Run Preserve shopping center (, Temple Terrace Barber Shop, , LN Nails, P&R Insurance, Boost Mobile and ) provided free food samples and giveaways.

Linda Thanasides, event organizer, said:

“Altogether we had about 80 attendees from the River Run and Rolling Terrace subdivisions.

“We also include local businesses so they can set up tables and encourage the neighborhood to visit. The attendees get a kick out of the free samples (including delicious food samples from the restaurants) and the businesses enjoy the advertisement. Some businesses give away gift certificates and have drawings for things like candy and movie tickets.

“Tracy Mishler from the gave a briefing on how to protect our houses and neighborhoods from crime. The Temple Terrace Fire Department had a fire engine available for everyone to tour.

“Everyone enjoyed free hot dogs, hamburgers, cookies and cupcakes.”

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