Planning a Family Reunion

Having a family reunion is a fun time for the entire family. There is plenty to do and the food is fantastic. Plus, there are always good memories to take away from the weekend.

Family recipe book and scrapbook

Having a family recipe book and scrapbook for the reunion is a great way to preserve your family's favorite recipes. These recipes can become a family heirloom that will be passed down from generation to generation.

Creating a family recipe book is simple and inexpensive. You can find recipe books at office supply stores and photo printing places. These books can be printed in either a hard copy or a digital format. You can include a background story about the dish and a recipe.

Family recipes can include old favorites as well as current recipes. You can also include family stories and photos. A recipe book can be a great fundraising project.

Card tournaments

Using cards to play poker at home is not the most glamorous thing to do in the grand scheme of things. That said, it's also not as hard as it sounds. A decent set of cards, some swag and you're good to go. For those looking to test the waters, here are some of the best places to start. The list of worthy venues begins with a plethora of cash games and tourneys, a few of which are worth a trip to the locals. Most of the competition is made up of pros, veterans and high rollers looking to rehabilitate their chips after a night out on the town.

Grilled goods and barbecues

Typically, a barbecue is a full day affair with attendees soaking up the rays in their respective lawn chairs. There is a lot of planning involved but the results are worth the effort. The best part is that you can't beat the smell of a well grilled meal.

While the ol' grill is a given, it's the requisite utensils and beverages that make for the perfect gathering. Some regions don't refer to the aforementioned event as a barbecue, so make sure you have all the right tools on hand. Aside from the usual suspects, be sure to also pack in the requisite sunblock. The sun can be a scorching beast.

Structured activities

Creating structured activities at the reunion helps relatives reconnect. You can create nostalgic games, such as a photo booth game, which is a fun way to spend time together. You can also ask family members to send photos showing how they look now.

Another activity that will help relatives reconnect is an oral history interview. An organizer pairs people with questionnaires and asks them to answer certain questions. The answers are then checked by the organizer.

In addition, there are several fun activities that you can include at the reunion. Some of these activities include a photo booth game, a family recipe bake-off, and a contest.

Back-up venue

Whether you are planning a family reunion or wedding, you need to consider what you can't see. You want to make sure your guests are comfortable, but you need to also consider the budget. If you are planning a large event, a bed and breakfast may be the best choice for you. You can also save money by reserving a venue that is centrally located.

The most effective way to find the best venue is to enlist the help of someone who has been in charge of the budget at a previous reunion. You can then work with them to come up with a plan for the event, as well as assign tasks as necessary.

Entertainer

During the past few weeks, we've heard a lot of buzz about a big budget film, a TV show, a book, and a live show featuring members of the New Edition clan. While we're not sure when these events are happening, it's clear that New Edition has not lost its touch as a touring act. They have a large and loyal fan base, and are arguably the best televised group act on the planet. So, it's only natural that we'd pay attention to their newest endeavor.

Among the many stars and glommings of the group are three original ensemble members. They'll also be making a few cameos in upcoming projects.