Reunion Schedule
Four days of food, games, and time together — Thursday through Sunday. Here's the plan as it stands; a few details (highlighted below) are still being finalized.
Thursday
Arrival & Welcome
Location Hilton Garden Inn / Homewood Suites by Hilton · 7491 New Ridge Road, Hanover, MD 21076
Afternoon
- Arrival & Check-In — Greet family members as they arrive and hand out welcome packets with event details and schedules.
Evening
- Welcome Refreshments — Light snacks and beverages available.
- Meet & Greet — Introductions to help family reconnect.
Friday
Family Fun Day
Location Matthewstown Pavilion at Harmans Park · 7605 Ridge Chapel Road, Hanover, MD 21076
Afternoon
- Family Bingo — Fun bingo game with family-related prizes.
- Picnic Lunch — Outdoor picnic catered by Famous Dave's Barbecue, with grilled meats, vegetables, and sides.
- Kids' Activities — Crafts and games for children.
- Sports & Games — Volleyball, basketball, relay races, and other group games.
- Family History Workshop — Share stories, photos, and documents about family history.
- Photo Session — Group and individual family photos.
- Walk / Hike — Explore local park or nature trail.
Saturday
A Day in Washington, D.C.
Morning
- Trip to DC — Meet in hotel lobby. Time TBD
Evening
- Formal Dinner — A more formal sit-down dinner with speeches and toasts.
- Family Picture Slide Show — Provided family pictures to be shown on screen.
- Group Photo — A final group photo to commemorate the event.
- Agenda — To be determined.
Sunday
Farewell & Departure
Morning
- Church Service — to be confirmed
- Farewell Brunch — A late-morning brunch to wrap up the reunion.
- Family Meeting — Discuss plans for future reunions and collect feedback.
Afternoon
- Departure — Say goodbyes and make sure everyone has transportation arranged.