Former Peace Corps volunteers in and around the Oxford area are invited to a 50th anniversary Peace Corps potluck at the home of Prue and Steve Dana at 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27. Bring a dish to share. Beverage and dinnerware will be provided.
Please R.S.V.P. to pdana@woh.rr.com if you are able to come. Thank you for spreading the word.
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