Reunion Layout Ideas

Posted on June 19, 2012 by Michele Cheplic

There’s more than one way to spice up family or class reunion scrapbook layouts. Rather than stick with traditional page designs which embrace standard techniques, consider branching out with whimsical approaches. For example, a fun way to document family history is to do so by displaying photos from different decades. Collect pictures of your family members from the 1940s, 50s, 60s and 70s to create a comical timeline that captures how they looked and acted through the years. While a picture may speak a thousand words, it may be even funnier to add personal anecdotes from loved ones featured in … Continue reading →

Fun Graduation Party Themes

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Michele Cheplic

It’s a milestone that screams, “PARTY!” Graduating from high school, college, or even kindergarten is a huge deal for students and their families. So how do you commemorate such an auspicious occasion? Typically, commencement celebrations take place at the graduate’s favorite restaurant or at home with an informal gathering. However, if you are looking to spice up your once-in-a-lifetime shindig, consider the following themes: Reunions: Reunited and it feels so good. This theme works especially well for a college graduation party. Reunite your grad with a bunch of his old high school friends who may have moved to various parts … Continue reading →

Family Tree Magazine Picks 101 Best Websites of 2010

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Jen Thorpe

There are a plethora of genealogy related websites out there, and you cannot possibly test out all of them yourself. Sometimes, it’s nice to get an expert opinion about which sites are good, which are only okay, and which are so bad that they should be avoided completely. Family Tree Magazine came up with a list of their picks for the top 101 genealogy websites. Family Tree Magazine was founded in 1999. It is America’s #1 family history magazine. It covers a variety of topics that would be of interest to genealogists, from tips for genealogy research, to ideas for … Continue reading →

Plan A Family Reunion This Summer

Posted on May 21, 2011 by Sara Berthiaume

If it has been quite some time since your family last had a family reunion, now may be a good time to think about why. Here are a few common reasons that families put off having family reunions along with some suggestions to help you get around those reasons and plan a great gathering for your family this summer. With the way the economy is, money could be one reason that your family has not had a reunion lately. The good news is that you don’t need to keep holding out until the economy shapes up. By keeping your reunion … Continue reading →

It’s Family Reunion Planning Time

Posted on March 22, 2011 by Sara Berthiaume

Even though we got some fresh snow here yesterday, I keep telling myself that spring is almost here. Spring is a good time to get started on planning a family reunion if you would like to have one this summer. Summer is a popular time for family reunions for a few reasons including nice weather, vacation time, and the opportunity to have the reunion at fun (and low cost) venues like a park or beach. With this in mind, I have collected a few ideas for fun family reunion activities. Perhaps they will whet your appetite for a reunion and … Continue reading →

Fun Ideas for Family Reunions

Posted on July 21, 2010 by Sara Berthiaume

In case you have not noticed already, I am very interested in food. I could talk about food all day long and not get bored. It is only natural, then, that occasionally when I sit down to write about genealogy or some other topic, I invariably end up writing about food. Today I thought of a fun idea for taking care of the menu planning aspect of a family reunion. A pot-luck is a great way to learn about your family history while enjoying delicious food. Each guest or family group can bring a dish that reflects the family’s heritage … Continue reading →

Family Home Evening: Family Reunions

Posted on July 5, 2008 by Miriam Caldwell

If you are planning a family reunion you may want to include a family home evening along with some of the events that you have planned. A family reunion family home evening is a great way to focus on family history and the stories that are passed on from generation to generation. You can start the activity by recounting stories from the life of the oldest living relative there. This can be a fun activity. You may want to record this and make DVDs for each family to have as memories as well. Additionally you may want to ask each … Continue reading →

Family Fun Week(s) in Review – May 28th – June 15th

Posted on June 16, 2007 by Jeff Bogle

While Jeff was off becoming a daddy for the 2nd time, Lauri has been doing an admirable job of providing stellar FUN ideas for families this summer. Jeff is back full time now and the result had been a bounty of cool tips and activities to occupy and entertain your entire gang! Summertime is a popular time of year for Family Reunions. Lauri share some helpful ideas on keeping both young children and teenagers happy and pleasant at these family gatherings. While traveling to reunite with long lost relatives, you are bound to encounter some delays. You have to find … Continue reading →