Holiday Lights - Peacock Lane

**DESCRIPTION**: Let's meet for a pedestrians only night, 4 block walk, on Peacock Lane. Event may run slightly longer than 2 hours. Since we're a walking group, 4 charming blocks will likely be at the tailend of our walk. Stay tuned for updates on exact meeting place and parking. Here's the scoop:

https://www.peacocklane.org/faq

Watch for updates and logistic changes, since this is a verrrry popular event.

*"Peacock Lane is a 4-block street (SE 40th, between Stark Belmont St) in Sunnyside. It is a remarkably homogeneous residential development representative of the 1920s and early 1930s. The homes were built by a single developer and architect, Richard F. Wassell in English Cottage and Tudor Revival styles. There are also distictive street lamps lining the street.*
*"It is known as Portland "**Christmas Street**" because every year residents decorate their homes during the holidays. Thousands of people come to visit this street, making this an annual Portland past-time. This festive tradition dates back to [the 1920s](http://www.oregonlive.com/portland/index.ssf/2013/12/peacock_lane_2013_new_and_long.html). The annual drive down Peacock Lane began in 1929 as a way of boosting civic pride. Residents have organized and carried on this tradition every year, except for a few years during WWII when energy was being conserved."*

***Note: Thank you in advance for changing your RSVP from "Going" to "Not Going" (or put a note in the chat) if your plans change.***

**DISTANCE**: About 4 miles

**PARKING:** On surrounding residential streets. Do not park in the nearby Walmart lot.

**MEET AT**: Details to follow.

**LAUNCH TIME**: 4 PM

**FITNESS LEVEL**: Expect a moderate pace on these suburban streets.

**ATTIRE**: Best to wear a reflective layer or high visibility features for safety; warm coat, gloves, possibly a flash light or head lamp, and your adventurous spirit.

**GUESTS**: Yes, guests welcome, please register by name in the website.

**REPAST OPTION**: Henry Higgins Boiled Bagels is providing the cocoa and cider at the free booth beginning at 6 pm. Your choice to make a donation.