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Family Reunion Potluck Signup Sheet Template
No more seven potato salads.
A potluck without coordination is a recipe for redundancy - three pasta salads, no dessert, and someone's famous potato salad that never showed up. This signup template organizes dishes by category, shows how many of each type you still need, and makes it easy to share so everyone can claim their dish before someone else does.
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| Category | Slots Needed | Who's Bringing | Dish | Dietary Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main dish | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Main dish (backup) | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Side dish | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Side dish | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Side dish | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Salad | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Salad | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Bread / rolls | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Dessert | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Dessert | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Drinks | 1 | _______________ | _______________ | |
| Condiments / extras | 1 | _______________ | _______________ |
Potluck Coordination Tips
- ✓Share the signup at least 3 weeks before the event
- ✓Use a Google Sheet so people can claim dishes in real time
- ✓Label each dish with allergy info (nut-free, gluten-free, etc.)
- ✓Ask each person to label their serving dish with their name
- ✓Have a backup supply of paper plates and serving utensils
- ✓Designate one person to coordinate serving setup and timing
- ✓Keep the signup open - people's plans change
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many dishes do I need for a family reunion potluck?
A rough formula: 1 main dish per 15-20 guests, 1 side per 10-12 guests, 1 salad per 20 guests, and 1 dessert per 15 guests. For 60 guests, aim for 3-4 mains, 5-6 sides, 3 salads, and 4 desserts.
What's the best way to share a potluck signup?
Google Sheets with edit access is the most practical - everyone can see what's been claimed and add their name without coordinating through you. Share the link in the same message as the RSVP.
How do I handle dietary restrictions in a potluck?
Add a 'dietary notes' column to the signup. At the event, use tent cards on each dish listing what's in it. This way guests with allergies can self-manage rather than asking the organizer about every dish.
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