May 19,1982

Honorable Gandalf, Hobbits, Dwarves, Elfs, Ents, Wizards and Kindly Folk of all sort:

Good Morning! It is the respect for tradition and consistency of mannerism that give rise to legends. And what cast of characters, either in their own right and more so collectively display respect for a Fellowship founded long ago than those that have come to know the merriment of an area called "Parkers Glen".

And so it is, that for the ninth year, may we meet at the Cliff of the Wild Rodo on the 30th, 31st and 1st days of July and August, respectively, to celebrate our Fellowship in -- AN UNEXPECTED PARTY.
As has been the welcomed pattern over the years, we unexpectedly expect the number of participants to grow and the scope of our adventure to become even more outrageous. As surely as their moons reflect from the water, will the fabulous la-cu-ca-rockas perform their tournament in fearless inebriation from the Cliff of the Wild Rodo...
The hills will indeed be alive with the sound of music as provided by the "Mobile Unit" acoustic troubadours, and again to our utter delight, Frodo's yodeling band of electrifying musicians and participating dilettantes of rock n' roll.
The menu and imbibing liquids will return this year to individal creativity, but, as is customery, fine cakes, Binghamton speedies and enormous wooden pipes that reach down to wooly toes will abound. Fine ale will be so abundant you'll wonder where the Clydesdales are! Perrigan Paul Took will supervise the preparation of fine morning cakes so don't worry about the imbibing liquids getting you the night before. Paul will fix you up in the morning.

The "Gong Show, which henceforth shall be known as "Gandalf's Pageant", in keeping with the spirit of things, is expected to have even more participants initating even greater laughter, and since all hobbits love laughter and song, it is hoped all will participate.

Gandalf is rumored to be plannning to magically remove the pants of anyone desplaying an "orkish attitude" by not participating. So, we all might as well show our talent since eitherway we'll be made an ass of. Personally, I've always felt much more comfortable in making an ass of myself then in a Wizard making an ass of me.
We're sure Dualin Duane will have something entertaining.
Aragorn Scott has promised a documentary film highlighting our adventures over the years and recalling days when Fitzy and Jake were not so far away and Vandy and Penny showed up. (GET THE HINT THERE GUYS!!!!)

Additionaly, merry ol Harvey has improved his toilet significantly so if the activities highlighted up to this point don't seem adventurous enough, Harvey's toilet, as the ladies will attest, is truly an adventure in itself.

In preparation for this occasion Tit Bombadil, along with Beorn Davis, is preparing a weekend on June 26 and 27 to make remedial repairs to the stage, etc. Anyone available, please contact the Tit.

And so, by the legal authority vested in me by the Council of Elrond, which I am deeply appreciative of, since it doesn't appear anyone else is vesting me with legal authority, I look forward to your Fellowship o the 11th weekend from this date. Until such time, I wish you the best, and quote the legendary character Frodo in saying, "Don't go po-go sticking in a mine field",

and remain Yours in the Fellowship, Bilbo Baggins