ANNUAL AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY PICNIC Democrats Abroad U.K. will be holding their annual Independence Day party in London on Sunday, June 30, 2013 from 12 to 5 pm. They will be returning to the Portman Square Garden location where they have held successful picnics the past four years. Last year more than 1000 people attended. Guests will be able to enjoy a range of music from jazz and a cappella to folk and rock. American food and drink will be on sale from a wide range of vendors. The American theme will continue with children’s activities throughout the day. Guests are asked to bring their own blankets and picnic hampers but please no fireworks, kites or animals. For ticket information: http://dauk-picnic-2013.eventbrite.com/ Non-US citizen spouses and guests are very welcome, but due to laws governing the operation of US political parties tickets may be purchased only by US citizens and US permanent residents ("Green Card" holders). Further information please contact events@democratsabroad.org.uk Democrats Abroad is the official arm of the U.S. Democratic Party for Americans living outside the United States. -- Democrats Abroad UK Website: http://www.democratsabroad.org/group/united-kingdom