Friday, June 10, 2011

Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Address...

Family, Friends & Guests:

As you all are aware on June 19th, 2011 we will be attending church service at:

Church Service: 11AM - 1:30PM

Pastor Carlton Burns Presiding
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
8411 Old Marlboro Pike, #27
Upper Marlboro, MD 20744
Tel: 301-775-5514


Sightseeing: 3-7PM

After church service we will go site seeing downtown at the: Air & Space Museum, History Museum and Spy Museums, (these locations may change without notice); we ask that everyone meet over Shelby & Leroy's after church around 2PM, we plan on leaving at 2:45PM.

Thursday, June 9, 2011

9 Days Left for the Reunion

Family, Friends and Guest!

We have nine (9) days left for the Family Reunion so get excited!!! We come a long way, get excited and thank God!!

The Reunion will be held at Sandy Point Beach and State Park in Annapolis, MD at the Raccoon Pavilion starting at 11AM. For all out of town family and guests that are planning to attend, please stop by my house located at: 708 Bonnie Meadow Lane, Fort Washington, MD 20744 at 8AM to get your admission pass and to follow us to the park. Additionally, if you don't get your admission passes at 8AM you'll need to pay $6 upon entry into the park per person.

All family, friends and guests in the MD, DC, & VA area, please call me so I can provide you with your admission passes. I'll be passing out passes on Thursday, June 16th and Friday, June 17th at 7:30PM at my house or the Walmart, please call me to make reservations. If you don't get your pass before those dates you'll be responsible for paying the admission fee of $5 per person yourself.

I can be reached on 301-741-1428.

Thanks in advance.

Shelby Townsend

Monday, May 9, 2011

Letter To The Family...

May 1, 2011

Dear Family Members:

Greetings! I am pleased to announce that the 2011 Linder / Morrison Family Reunion will be held at Sandy Point State Park & Beach, 1100 East College Parkway, Annapolis MD 21409 / 410-974-2149. We are busy planning and preparing for your visit on June 18-19th. We encourage those who will travel from abroad to come early. We have planned a Fabulous Beach BBQ, Beach Activities, Talent Show and Prizes on the 18th and on the 19th Church Service, Sight-Seeing and more!! The beach opens at 10am and we are asking the family to arrive at Shelby & Leroy’s House at 8AM to receive your admission passes into the Beach.

We have pre-booked the Econo Lodge located at: 7851 Malcolm Road, Clinton MD the rate of $79.00 per night plus tax, of course you can compare local hotel prices in the area by visiting www.kaykak.com We have currently blocked 10 rooms under the Linder / Morrison Family Reunion and or my name: Shelby Townsend at the Econo Lodge. The Hotel will release the block on (May 18th 2011), so reserve your rooms ASAP! The number to call to reserve a room is (301-856-3322). We recommend that you make your reservations early!!

We have been working hard planning and preparing a fun filled weekend for you with a number of events planned. We are looking for total participation from all our family members! Enclosed is the invitation, itinerary, driving directions, local hotels, checklist, receipt etc., (admission passes into the beach will be provided the day of the event). If you haven’t paid please do so ASAP by going online to the family reunion blog site: http://2011familyreunionnewsupdates.blogspot.com/ and pay via credit/debit card through PayPal or mail your payment to: 708 Bonnie Meadow Lane, Fort Washington, MD 20744, Attn: Shelby Townsend.

 Family of Four: $85
 Individual (in state): $25 and Individual (out of state): $26
 Family of 5 or more: $30 Husband and Wife and $5 per child
 Husband and Wife (no kids): $30

We are excited to host the 1st Annual Linder / Morrison Family Reunion in the DC area and were looking forward to seeing everyone soon!

Sincerely,
Shelby Townsend, President / Washington, DC Host City
(301)741-1428 or stown41375@aol.com

Friday, April 22, 2011

Reunion Packets Mailed By Month's End...

Family,

Your reunion packets will be mailed by month's end, please check your mail soon.

Thanks!

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Price Reminders....

Family & Friends,

As your already aware the location changed to Sandy Point Beach and State Park in Annapolis, MD. Also the beach charges an admission fee for in and out of state residents, which is included in your price below. Also, your packets will be mailed no later than May 8th or sooner which will include all the necessary direction, admission passes, events itineraries etc so please check your mail. If you have guests coming, please ensure they pay soon so their information can be mailed, any monies received after packets have gone out may not get the necessary information and admission passes in time and will have to pay the admission fees at the gate. All seniors and toddlers in car seats admission is free, those without car seats will have to pay.

Address:
Sandy Point Beach & State Park
1100 East College Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21409



GPS Location:
GPS 3900 48.81N 7624 07.95W


The prices include:

Individual (no children): $25 (in state) or $26 (out of state)

Family of Four: $85

Husband and Wife (no children): $30

Husband and Wife (1 to 2 children):$50

Husband and Wife (5 or more children include $5 per additional child and $30 for husband and wife)

Directions:
Sandy Point State Park is located Anne Arundel County, at the western terminus of the Bay Bridge, off U.S. Routes 50/301 at exit 32.

Frequently Asked Questions
http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/pdfs/sandypointfaqs.pdf


Hotels Near Sandy Point:

What is the closest hotel to Sandy Point State Park?

Quality Inn -- 1542 Whitehall Road, Annapolis, MD (866) 969-8065

Comfort Inn -- Us 50 & Old Mill Bottom Road, Annapolis, MD (410) 757-8500

Friday, April 8, 2011

Reunion Venue Change...

Family, Friends and Guests!

The family reunion venue has changed because we were unable to get monies needed from the family in time to reserve Six Flags.

We will host our 1st Annual Family Reunion at Sandy Point Beach in Annapolis Maryland. The Reunion will include a BBQ, Talent Show and Family Fun Events, Games and Prizes from 11:30AM - Dusk. The Reunion will be held at the Raccoon Pavilion under my name Shelby Townsend or 2011 Linder/Morrision Family Reunion.

Additionally, the other change includes the price charged for an individual attending the reunion. The (new) price is:

(New)Individuals Prices:

In State: $25

Out of State: $26

The family of four package remains the same. The park charges $5 per person admissions fee into the park for (in state) and $6 per person admission fee for (out of state). The in state and out of state fees are included in the family of four and individual prices. Lastly you will be mailed the following: admission passes, event itineraries, talent show schedules, local hotels, driving directions and reunion flyer in a few weeks! For those that paid in advance you will receive a refund for the difference.

Saturday, June 18th:
Sandy Point State Park and Beach
1100 East College Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21409
Website: www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands


Sunday, June 19th:
Church & Sightseeing


Family Reunion Price Break-down:

Family of 4 includes
$15 Adult X 2 Adults=$30
$10 Child X 2 Children=$20
$6 Admission per person X 4 family members=$24
$11 BBQ Fee
Total=$85


Individual includes
$15 Adult X 1 Adult=$15
$6 Admission per person X 1 person=$6
$5 BBQ Fee
Total=$26

See you all on June 18th! Be safe and Blessed

- Shelby

Friday, April 1, 2011

Payments Are Being Accepted On This Site...

Family, Friends and Guests,

You can make your payments on this site by scrolling to the right of the screen and selecting your payment options. This option is available and will save you time and money, please don't waste postage, stamps or fees with FEDEX, UPS or the Post Office!

PayPal will notify me when your payment is made on this site. I appreciate your payment and support of our reunion. As we get closer to the reunion I'll send out a FINAL itinerary news and updates, so please check this site regularly.

Thanks!

Love Shelby

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Family Reunion Payments Due 4/1/11

Family & Friends,

The Family Reunion (Final) payments are due on Friday 4/1/11, no exceptions! This is the final day, please pass the word! If you want to pay online please access this Blog site and use the PayPal account to the right of the screen or if you want to overnight your payments the mailing address is:

Shelby Townsend
708 Bonnie Meadow Lane
Fort Washington, MD 20744

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Payments, News & Information...

Family & Friends...

Payments are due soon, please pass the word! Remember if payments aren't received by more than 1/2 the family then the Reunion will be cancelled. I would love to see everyone on June 18 and 19Th. Check this Blog site regularly to ensure that the itinerary hasn't changed and that we are still moving forward as scheduled.

If you have any questions, please call me 301-741-1428. I hope to hear and see everyone!

Thanks.

Shelby

Presidents Home Address & Cell Nos...

Family,

If you plan to attend the Reunion on June 18th and need a local address. Listed below is my home address:


708 Bonnie Meadow Lane
Fort Washington, MD 20744

Contact Numbers:
Cell: Shelby Townsend (301)-741-1428

Cell: Leroy Townsend (301)-741-1159

Cell: Sheila Gaines (301)-292-2467

Cell: Harold Gaines, Sr (240)-533-8153

Cell: Harold Gaines, Jr (240)-705-1648

Things To Bring CheckList...

Family, Friends Guests!

When attending a Reunion don't forget the small stuff, planning for the event in advance makes all the difference. Listed below are a few things to remember:

1. Pay all outstanding Reunion payments in advance.
2. Make hotel reservations 1 to 2 months in advance.
3. Make rental car reservations 1 to 2 months in advance.
4. Get Reunion Itineraries with venue address and driving directions.
5. Ensure an updated auto registration is in your vehicle.
6. Ensure that your tires and oil have been changed.
7. Make Doctor appointments in advance.
8. Pack needed medication and dietary items.
9. Check the weather to ensure you have the necessary clothing.
10. Pack Bathing Suits
11. Pack Shoes - comfortable
12. Pack Hygiene items (toothbrush, mouth wash, tooth paste, deodorant, shampoo etc)
13. Pack Sleep ware
14 Pack Extra Clothing If Needed
And More!

Reunion At A Glance...

Family,

The Reunion is scheduled on Saturday June 18-19, 2011 and will last for two full days, we plan to see everyone soon! Please dress comfortable and bring a change of clothing if necessary to include bathing suits, goggles, swim shoes, & beach towels:


Saturday, June 18th:
9AM-9PM
Six Flags America
Largo, MD


Sunday, June 19th:
9AM-6PM
Family BBQ & Talent Show
Bowie, MD

Hotel Reservation Informaiton...

Family Friends and Guests!

Listed below are a few hotels in the area that you can call to make a hotel reservation: (reservations are a seperate costs) which (isnt) included in your Reunion Fees, please check hotels in the Fort Washington, Oxon Hill, Clinton, Camp Spring, Temple Hills or Alexandria VA on route 1.

Maryland:

National Harbor
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
(410) 749-1582 ‎
nationalharbor.com

The Westin Hotel & Resort
171 Waterfront Street • National Harbor, MD 20745
Phone: (301) 567-3999 • Fax: (301) 567-0888
www.deals.westin.com

Residence Inn National Harbor Washington, DC
192 Waterfront St · National Harbor, Maryland 20745 USA

Red Roof Washington, DC-Oxon Hill
6170 Oxon Hill Rd
Oxon Hill, MD 20745
301-567-8030

National Harbor / Gaylord Resort
www.nationalharbor.com - Oxon Hill
For Reservations: 301-965-4000 | Sales Office: 301-965-2000 | Address: 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745

Hampton Inn & Suites National Harbor/Alexandria Area
250 Waterfront St, Oxon Hill, Maryland, USA 20745
Tel: 1-301-567-3531 Fax: 1-301-567-3549

Aloft Washington National Harbor
156 Waterfront Street
National Harbor,Maryland 20745
Phone: (301) 749-9000

Comfort Inn Oxon Hill
Oxon Hill Comfort Inn
Address: 6363 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Talent Show Forms Due April 1, 2011

Family, Friends and Guests!

The family reunion is about 3 months away and everyone's talent show forms will be due in about 12 days, please ensure that form are completely filled out and emailed or faxed to me before the April 1st deadline to ensure we have your information.

Fax No: 202-318-4812

Email: stown41375@aol.com

Cell: 301-741-1428

Can't wait to see everyone on June 17th!

Thanks,

Shelby

All Payments Due April 1st 2011

Family, Friends & Guests,

All payments must be paid in full on April 1st 2011 no exceptions!! If I dont receive everyone's payment by the 1st the DC Family Reunion scheduled for June 18-19th will be cancelled due to non-payment. If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thanks in advance.

Shelby
301-741-1428