A San Francisco woman invited strangers to a simple park picnic; more than 500 said yes, and city rules pushed the estimated cost to as much as $4,000
What began as a low-key attempt to make friends in a new city has turned into an unexpectedly large event, complete with permits, safety requirements and a bill that could reach $4,000. According to The San Francisco Standard and San Francisco Recreation and Parks, Maya Juchtman’s casual picnic invitation drew hundreds of RSVPs, forcing her…

