"Reunion" may not quite seem like the right word to use. After all, most of us who are descendants of Joseph and Polly Wilhite have never met many of our distant cousins. How can we hold a reunion of people who have never met before?
Perhaps a Gathering of Wilhite Clan would be a better term for the first reunion. Our goal, however, is to pull together this long separated cluster of families and provide all members with a large perspective on their own family histories. Reunion may not seem to fit the first gathering of this clan, but our goal is to eventually re-unite all the members of this extended family group.
Date/Time: June 27, 2004 - 10:00 - 3:00 Dinner at noon. Location: Haubstadt Park (directions). Visiting from out of the area? Here is a list of motels that are located nearby. Who is invited: Anyone with Wilhite ancestors, no matter how distant. With special emphasis on those with Wilhite connections from the Southwest Indiana Wilhite families. What to bring: Bring your list of Wilhite ancestors, bring your old family pictures, your old family bible, your fondest memories and family stories. RSVP: Be sure to contact us to let us know how many will be attending. What to expect: Be prepared to be introduced and to tell us what you can about your family history. Genealogists will be on hand to help you make your family connections. Costs: This will be a "pass the hat" event. Costs will be reasonable. Activities: Games and activities for kids and adults. We know it takes a good diversion to keep kids and spouse occupied while digging into your family history. |