In the past, your office has always sponsored a holiday season party at a nice restaurant. As your company has undergone considerable downsizing and budget cuts during the past year, you know that no money is available for holiday entertaining. 

Your Task: as executive vice president, send an email to Marty Korkal, office manager. Marty asked permission to make restaurant reservations for this year's holiday party. Refuse Marty, but offer some alternatives. How about a potluck dinner?