Camp Holiday Lunch: A Community Table Celebration

Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
The Grand Hall at Camp because I said I would
3483 McCament Road, Walhonding, Ohio 43843
Community Event – All Are Welcome

🎟️ Holiday Celebration Reservation – $30 | RSVP Required
Reserve your place at our Community Table Celebration with a $30 contribution. This fee helps cover your holiday meal and supports our mission of connection and community during the season of giving.

Event Description:

Join us this holiday season for a warm, festive lunch at Camp because I said I would. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime friend of the camp, this is a time to gather as a community, enjoy a hearty meal, and share a moment of peace and connection during the busy season.

Our Grand Hall will be beautifully decorated for the holidays and filled with the spirit of giving and togetherness. Come as you are — bring a friend, a neighbor, or just yourself. All ages welcome. There’s no cost to attend, just good food and good company.

Who Should Attend?

• Local residents and families looking for a meaningful holiday meal
• Friends and neighbors curious about Camp because I said I would
• Past and present program participants
• Community members seeking connection during the holiday season

What to bring or wear: 

 RSVP now using the ticket link below
 Dress in comfortable business casual or fall-inspired attire

Seating is limited to 50 guests and RSVP is required in advance. Please confirm your attendance by selecting your lunch reservation through the ticket option below

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Location: The Grand Hall at Camp because I said I would

What to Expect:

• A delicious buffet-style holiday lunch
• Holiday music and casual conversation
• An open, welcoming atmosphere for all
• Opportunity to meet our staff and learn more about the camp
  

Quiet Invitation for Connection:

While this event is open to the public and not a fundraiser, our staff will be available for any guests who would like to learn more about supporting our mission. This is a celebration — and also a subtle opportunity to deepen relationships and plant seeds of future partnership.

About the Host:

Camp because I said I would is a nonprofit retreat center focused on helping people build resiliency, live with intention, and connect through meaningful experiences. We’re proud to open our doors to the community this holiday season and celebrate the generosity and spirit that brings us together.