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RVAS Monthly Meeting: Saturday, September 20th, 4:00 p.m. This will be the annual RVAS Picnic. Saturday September 20, 2025 4 pm – 10 pm.

At Healing Strides, Boones Mill, VA, with inclement weather backup at Colonial Presbyterian Church (3550 Poplar Drive, Roanoke).

What you need to know:
If it is a rain out, we will move the event to Colonial Presbyterian Church. We will get an email out by 10:00 am the day of in the event of any weather.

RVAS will provide pizza and drinks (water, tea, and soft drinks).
We request you bring a salad or dessert to share.
Scopes will be set up in the field directly across the street.
Food starts at 5:00 pm.
We will have access to picnic tables and some seating under the canopy.
It is recommended to bring some folding chairs for your group.
Restrooms are available in the office area during the entire event.
Healing Strides is a non-profit organization serving many people, especially those with disabilities. If you are so inclined, you are welcome to make a contribution. See Brian Bone for details.

What you need to do:
RVSP – email back that you plan to attend and how many will attend.
Respond if you have items to swap/barter/sell at the event.

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