Having it at a restaurant would definitely make it easier for those of us who have to travel a distance. It would eliminate having to prepare a dish predawn and toting it three hours. In thinking about it further... Should we wait to have the party - at a time that we know they are truly moving? They still have to sell their house. Also, perhaps we can plan it, so Robert and Noelle can come. We could have it in warmer weather - maybe outside where there will be plenty of room. Optimally we could have it on June 14th. It's a Saturday, it's one of the longest days of the year, the moon will still be relatively full, the weather will be better for traveling, and Tim does not have guard duty. Also, Xander graduates on the 13th. I want to know what others think about waiting. Thanks, Flora