It's good to get out of the house sometimes.
James lives in a neighborhood that often has potluck barbecues and block parties.
James wants to avoid having to cook.
James agrees to attend the potlucks but says that he'll have to bring store-bought food.
James turns down all invitations to the neighborhood potlucks and spends his time watching TV.
James brings a big bucket of store-bought mac and cheese, which is quite popular.
James' neighbors think that he's oddly reclusive, and James sometimes feels lonely.