“The family reunion turned into a delightful potluck, as each member brought their favorite dish to share with everyone.”

“Teachers held barbeque parties, potluck suppers and luncheons that served as musical get-togethers in an informal atmosphere.”

“Women will contribute to a potluck refreshment stand where they sample nutritional food that can help reduce certain health risks and problems.”

“The Inuit who held the potlatch would often give away his most valuable possessions at the ceremony.”

“Take the widespread tribal custom of potlatch, for example, where gifts are exchanged between families or communities.”

“This kind of destruction should not be confounded with the burning of valuables during a potlatch.”

“In addition, I participated extensively in silviculture work, potlatches, hunting and trapping expeditions, and political and community meetings.”

“In the potlatches of the Chinook, Nootka, and other Pacific Northwest peoples, for example, chiefs vied to give the most blankets and other valuables.”

“Collars were ceremonial regalia among the Tlingit, and there are many period photographs of them being worn at potlatches and other special ceremonies.”

“Ecovillage neighbors gather for Sunday potlucks and spontaneous midweek meals in the courtyard garden or lobby.”

“They built halls to serve as language schools and as places for dramas, films, judo lessons, poetry readings, potlucks, and parties.”

“So, where we used to have meetings with an action agenda, we're now having potlucks so people can feel safe coming together.”