Gums Family Reunion 2017 A Past to Remember, a Present to Celebrate, a Future to Generate Our Family, A circle of Strength, Founded on Faith Joined in Love Kept by GOD! Saturday, July 1 Tuesday, July 4, 2017
Gums Family Reunion A Past to Remember, a Present to Celebrate, a Future to Generate Our Family, A circle of Strength, Founded on Faith Joined in Love Kept by GOD! Greetings Gums Family: We trust and pray this correspondence finds you and your family well, uplifted and enjoying the blessings of God through His Son, Jesus Christ. First and foremost, always giving honor, glory, and praise to God; thanking Him for allowing us to celebrate another year of family and heritage. We are very pleased to announce that the 2017 Gums Family Reunion will be held in our beautiful home state of Louisiana, Saturday, July 1 st through Tuesday, July 4 th, 2017! This is one reunion you don t want to miss! Our Committee members have worked diligently to plan a joyous and memorable weekend, filled with activities and entertainment that all will enjoy. Join us as we celebrate one another and maintain our spirit of unity, love, and fellowship as a family. We pray that our reunion will be a time of remembering, rejoicing, recreating, renewing, but, more importantly, reuniting. That s what it s all about; bringing family together! We have all information set up on the family reunion website, which we encourage everyone to visit and pass along to as many family members as possible. The site will serve as your online communication tool to stay in touch with family members, receive updates, upload and view photos, download the online registration form, learn about your family history, and so much more! Family website: www.gumsfamily.net. We are very excited about the upcoming reunion and we thank you in advance for all your love and support. We look forward to seeing you in Lafayette! Love and Many Blessings, 2017 Gums Family Reunion Committee In this family reunion registration packet, you will find: A Message Letter Reunion Events and Schedule Hotel, Travel, and Area Information Registration Info & Forms; Reunion Registration
Family Reunion Events TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION 2017 Gums Family Business Meeting Saturday, July 1, 2017 Where: VFW Post 6720. 375 W VFW Dr. Crowley, LA 70526 Business Meeting: Time: 10:00 a.m. 1:00p.m. The reunion committee and officers will hold reunion Business Meeting from 10a-1p. 2017 Gums Family Reunion Gala Banquet (DJ) Saturday, July 1, 2017 Where: VFW Post 6720. 375 W VFW Dr. Crowley, LA 70526 Room: Ballroom Time: 6:00 p.m. 1:00 a.m. As the day draws to an end, find your best black/white attire - formal or semiformal evening outfit and be prepared for an evening of fellowship as we reflect over our family s history and the memorable moments from this extraordinary weekend. Enjoy a formal dinner and program, followed by a showcase of talented family members which is sure to please! This is a BYOB event. Mask contest 2017 Gums Family Church Service & Free Day Activity Sunday, July 2, 2017 Where: Israelite Baptist Church 428 W 5 th St. Crowley, LA 70526 Time: 11:00 a.m. - May God allow us to continue our reunion festivities by joining hands in prayer at Israelite Baptist Church in Crowley, LA. The family that prays together, stays together! After worship and praise, Sunday will be a free day of activity for reunion attendees. I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord (Psalm 122:1) All are invited to join us for a Sunday Praise and Worship Service. Pastor presiding.
2017 Gums Family Casino Bus Trip (Age 21 & Above) Monday, July 3, 2017 Where: Cypress Bayou Casino, Charenton, LA Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Family members who wish to go on the casino bus trip meet at the following location (5525 Cameron St (Scott, LA). The bus will be leaving at 9:00a so please be at the meeting stop at least by 8:30a.m. We will have 5 hours of play time upon arriving at the casino. The bus will depart from the casino on schedule and return to the meeting location. 2017 Gums Family Youth Outing Monday, July 3, 2017 (Youth Chaperone s will be made available for parents that want to attend the casino bus trip) Youth activities will be planned for ages 4-18 while the parents enjoy an outing at the casino. The cost associated with the outing will be approximately $25 per youth. It s guaranteed to be a fun filled day w/lunch provided. More information to come. 2017 Gums Family Fish Fry & Cookout (Family Camp Gueydan, LA) Tuesday, July 4, 2017 Where: Family Camp 1007 McMurtry St. Gueydan, LA 70542 Time: 10:00 a.m Until We re heading to Gueydan, LA for the family Fish Fry and Cookout! Bring your lawn chairs, coolers, grills, and favorite dishes. This will be a BYOB event. We will have a DJ on site, Fun jump & cotton candy machine for the kids. This is an opportunity to mix, mingle, and create great family memories before we say farewell.
Schedule at a Glance TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION Hospitality Suite (Holiday Inn & Suites Lafayette, LA) Throughout the Reunion Weekend, we will have a hospitality suite with board games, mementos, old family photos, music, snacks and beverages. Please bring photos and other memorabilia to share with other family members. Saturday, July 1, 2017 7:00am 10:00am: Continental Breakfast or Breakfast at the restaurant in hotel 10:00am 1:00pm: Business Meeting 6:00pm 1:00am: Reunion Gala Banquet Sunday, July 2, 2017 8:00am 10:00am: Continental Breakfast or Breakfast at the restaurant in hotel 11:00am Until: Family Church Service 2:00pm: Until: Family Dinner @ TBA (optional/pay your way) Remainder of Day Free Day of Activity Monday, July 3, 2017 8:30am 5:00p.m. : Casino Bus Leaving for Cypress Bayou Casino 9:00am- 5:00 p.m.: Youth Day Activities Tuesday, July 4, 2017 7:00am 10:00am: Continental Breakfast or Breakfast at the restaurant 10:00am- Until: Family Fish Fry & Cookout
HOTEL INFORMATION Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Lafayette North 2219 NW Evangeline Thruway Lafayette, Louisiana 70501 Christy Walter 337-706-8199 www.holidayinn.com/lafayettenorth/holidayinn The Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Lafayette North has been selected as our host hotel for the family reunion (Other hotel accommodations can be made. A list of other properties are included in this package). The Holiday Inn offers a central location that is near restaurants, shopping centers, and family friendly entertainment. A limited number of guest rooms have been blocked and are available at the group discount rates. Special Group Rates for our Family Reunion: King Guest Room: $92.00 / night + tax (Sleeps 2) 1 bedroom w/ 1 King bed Double Guest Room: $92.00 / night (Sleeps 4) 1 bedroom w/ 2 double beds King Suite: $ / night + tax (sleeps 4) 1 bedroom w/ 1 King bed and adjoining room w/sleeper sofa Double Suite: $139.00 / night + tax (sleeps 6) 1 bedroom w/ 2 double beds and adjoining room w/sleeper sofa Please note: For your convenience, group rates are valid two days prior to the reunion weekend and two days after reunion weekend. Guests are responsible for their own room, tax and incidental charges upon departure. All rates are subject to applicable tax. Instructions When Making Room Reservations: Call the toll free or local number listed above to make your hotel reservation. Please ask for the Gums Family Reunion. Cutoff Date: Reservations received after June 20 th will be provided on a space available basis at prevailing rates. Rooms have been known to sell out fast.
Hotel Amenities for our Family Reunion: Description The new Holiday Inn Lafayette provides comfortable amenities that go beyond other hotels in Lafayette, LA. Lodging here gives you easy access to local attractions and businesses as well as Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Our Louisiana hotel's guests can catch a UL- Amenities On-site Guest Self-Laundry Facilities(washer/dryer) Business Center Indoor Pool No Pets Allowed Accessibility Service Animals Permitted Accessible Parking Available Number of Accessible Rooms: 18 Parking Car Parking Available Dining 1 Restaurant(s) In or nearby Kids Eat Free Cocktail Lounge Health & Fitness Center Health/Fitness Center On-Site Our fitness center is equipped with PRECORE equipment. Burn off some calories on your choice of a treadmill, recumbent bike or elliptical. Tone up your muscles with our free weights options. Internet Access Free Internet Check In: 3:00P.M. Check Out: 11:00A.M. Please contact the hotel directly to inquire about early check in or late checkout. Parking: Free Onsite Dining: Start your day off right at the Holiday Inn with a hot breakfast, or dinner at the onsite restaurant.
ALTERNATE HOTEL INFORMATION Hotel star ratings provided We recommend searching the travel sites, reading reviews, and looking at photos prior to booking. Crowley, LA Hotels Address Phone Price Days Inn Crowley (*)- 9571 Egan Hwy, Crowley, LA 70526 888-734-8507 $70 Budget Inn Crowley (*)- 2115 N Cherokee Dr. Crowley, LA 70526 337-788-0970 $70 Rayne, LA Hotels Address Phone Price Best Western (**)- 1422 N Polk St. Rayne, LA 70578 855-776-0101 $80 Days Inn Rayne (*)- 1125 Church Point Hwy, Rayne, LA 70578 800-329-1992 $70 Scott, LA Hotels Address Phone Price Howard Johnson (**)- 103 Harold Gauthe Dr. Scott, LA 70583 800-467-4600 $70 Comfort Inn & Sts(**)- 1636 Saint Mary St. Scott, LA 70583 855-849-1513 $85 Holiday Inn & Sts (***)- 736 I 10 S Frontage Rd. Scott, LA 70583 877-859-5095 $110 Lafayette, LA (Plenty of locations available not listed below. Please use travel sites to see additional locations) Hotels Address Phone Price Staybridge Sts (***)-129 E Kaliste Saloom Rd. Lafayette, LA 70508 877-859-5095 $99 Homewood Sts (***)- 201 Kaliste Saloom Rd. Lafayette, LA 70508 855-605-0320 $104 DoubleTree Hilton(***)-1521 W Pinhook Rd. Lafayette, LA 70503 855-605-0318 $90 Hilton Garden (***)- 2350 W Congress St. Lafayette, LA 70506 855-618-4697 $97 Hampton Inn Sts (***)- 1910 S College Rd. Lafayette, LA 70508 855-605-0317 $93 Fairfield Inn Sts (**)-2225 NW Evangeline Thrwy. Lafayette, LA 70501 844-631-0595 $89
Family Reunion Registration & Fees The Finance Committee has worked diligently to keep the registration fees as affordable as possible while maintaining a quality event. Your advance payment is appreciated in order for us to efficiently and effectively plan and prepare for this grand occasion and for your arrival. 2017 Reunion Registration Information Besides the obvious task of making travel arrangements to attend the Gums Family Reunion, there are three (3) independent steps required to officially register: Submit full payment of Reunion Fees by the deadline date (May 31, 2017). Submit completed Reunion Registration Form by the deadline (May 31, 2017). Reserve your guest room(s) at the Holiday Inn by the deadline date (if applicable) or reserve room at hotel of choice. The Registration Fees are as follows (Registration is due by May 31, 2017): $60 per Adult (18 and up) $20 per Teen (12-17 yrs) $10 per Youth (6-11 yrs) FREE Children (0-5 yrs) T-Shirt Fees are as follows: Sizes: S- XL $10 Sizes: 2X- 5X $12 Payment method for registration fees (Registration is due by May 31, 2017) Checks/Money Orders Checks, money orders or cashier checks can be sent directly to: Clyde Gums 1007 McMurtry St. Gueydan, LA 70542 Contact Number (337) 384-6008