Community Potluck Dinner at Rebus Works (Pass the Plate, Meet Your People)
No agenda, just good food and better company.
Shannon
April 02, 2026
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Pull up a chair and bring whatever you’ve got (or just yourself) for this laid-back Community Potluck Dinner at Rebus Works. It’s a no-pressure, all-welcome kind of evening where neighbors turn into friends over shared bites and stories. Expect an ever-changing spread, easy conversation, and zero expectations beyond showing up.
Not sponsored—just a soft spot for casseroles and community vibes. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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