Reunion Tip Updates

Last week I asked for tips on how to plan a family reunion. (You can see that post here.)  I received great tips both in the comments and in my e-mail.  In fact the tips were so great I wanted to share some of them with all of you.  If you are also looking at organizing a family reunion, you might find these helpful.

1. Be prepared to work longer than you think.
2. Plan, Plan, Plan!
3. Covered dished works well for the food.  Everyone is guaranteed to have something they like.
4. Divide the guest alphabetically by first name.  A-H brings a meat dish, I-S brings a vegetable of side dish, and T-Z brings a dessert. 
5. Ask people to bring photographs or other family heirlooms to share.
6. Take lots of pictures.
7. Have a good database of names and addresses.  Send out invitations 6-8 weeks ahead of time.
8. Announce the reunion on-line in surname lists (such as found on Rootsweb).
9. June can be a good time to hold a reunion - when the children are get out of school.
10. Have activities for the little ones.

Lastly....

   11. Enjoy the day!