Taking Advantage of Family Reunion Planning Month

It's still November the remainder of the month. And that means it's still Annual Family Reunion Planning Month.  Take advantage of early reunion planning tips at its best.  Here are a few tips shared by experienced reunion planners to help you make your event planning experience a sure success. 

Take Advantage of Seasonal Travel Discounts

During the Months of November through January many family events are observed. Federal holidays and long holiday weekends make for the perfect season for family gatherings. Take advantage of readily available seasonal family travel discounts. Avoid Last-minute flight deals by booking early. Take advantage of off-season hotel deals across the US. Plan on dining out? During the fall and winter season there are fantastic deals on group dining, shows and clubs. Families with teenage children save big at theme, amusement and adventure park entertainment. 

Take Advantage of The Season for Support and Bonding

The Fall and Winter season focuses on visiting and supporting the elders of the family. During this time we tend to focus on how we can show our parents and grandparents we love and cherish them. We enjoy eating their comfort food, getting cozy,  and listening to their stories as they open up a colorful world of family history to us. Take advantage of this time to build closer bonds, document your family history and get the family involved in planning for the next big event - the family reunion. 

Take Advantage of Early Event Planning Money Savers

There are endless money saving advantages when starting your family reunion planning in November. Make plans to take advantage of Black Friday and other seasonal sales. Plan on doing a load of cooking? November is the ideal season to reserve your home appliance purchases including indoor and outdoor ovens, indoor gaming and outdoor game equipment as well as cookware and coolers. 

Having your reunion at the ol' homestead? Need to make some home improvements first? November is the ideal month to get started. Take advantage of seasonal discounts on electric and manual tools, ladders and toolboxes.  Now is the time to create a list of all items needed for your home and upcoming special events including your family reunion.

Get the family reunion planning checklist found in the book, Fimark's Family Reunion Planner.

Annual Family Reunion Planning Month

It's Annual Family Reunion Planning Month. Families the world over appreciate the importance of uniting, supporting and strengthening one another during reunion season.  The challenge has always been starting the planning process early at a time when families typically come together. That's November through January. 

So how can you make the most of family reunion planning month? Spend as much quality time with the family as you can. Share your family history, Visit the homestead. Embrace the culture present and past. Discuss inspired ideas for your next family reunion event including family reunion themes, colors, slogan and activity ideas. 

Find out what folks are saying about Annual Family Reunion Planning Month and get inspired. Here is a collection of articles centered around this exciting reunion planning observation. 

Family Reunion Planning Month

https://www.howtoplanafamilyreunion.com/p/november-is-annual-family-reunion.html

I'm With Them Events

https://imwiththemevents.wordpress.com/2011/11/29/5-must-have-reunion-planning-tips/

Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Family_reunion

Family Reunion Helper

http://familyreunionhelper.com/blog/tag/family-reunion-month

JHV Online

https://jhvonline.com/the-joys-of-family-reunions-p13961-109.htm

Montana Historical Society

https://m.facebook.com/MontanaHistoricalSociety/photos/although-family-reunion-month-isnt-until-next-summerthe-exact-dates-vary-accordi/2787966714547243/

Fabulous Fantasy Reunion

https://www.prlog.org/11678972-fabulous-fantasy-family-reunion-contest-for-families-planning-reunions-begins.html

The Best Family Reunion Ever - How To Tips
The Best Family Reunion Ever: How-to Tips - Ashro Blog

Looking for more inspiration? Find out what's going on in your hometown during the month of your reunion event. Lookup park events, concerts, tourist attractions, bus and train trips, cruises and shows happening at your destination and map out your reunion itinerary. It's Annual Family Reunion Planning Month, start planning now

Inspiring Reunion Planning Activities and Resources

It's Annual Family Reunion Planning Month. Time to start planning your 2023 reunion event. 

And with that comes the need for some good old fashion planning inspiration. 

No worries. When you plan a family reunion, the resources available online are literally endless. And that means, when it comes to finding great family reunion themes, venues and activity ideas, the sky's the limit.

But weeding through all the tools, resources, and websites can be a bit exasperating. This article should help you steer your ship to positivity.

A good place to start is focusing on what your family needs and wants most. Here are a few things to consider. 

1. Address recent loss; Include in your program words of encouragement and an "in memory of" segment. 

2. Inspire the next generation to take leadership; Include a passing on the heirloom program. Also an award ceremony as well as acknowledgments to those in the family who are busy at empowering the family to reach spiritual, educational, and economic goals.

3. Celebrating the past; Include family history activities such as storytelling and documentaries.

4. Recognizing Genealogy; Include a genealogy reveal activity that could include presenting family trees, DNA reports and related cultural festivities.

Once you determine the need, simply focus on specific activities that are need appropriate.  We put together a great resource to help you plan, organize and manage your reunion event. 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_reunion

https://www.family-reunion-planner.fimark.net

http://pinterest.com/fimarkhome

Add a spritz of fun, and a splash of creativity. With a little resource inspiration, you're on your way to planning a meaningful and memorable family reunion event. 

Make The Most of What You Have Now

"Life is too short."

"You never seem to appreciate what you have until it's gone."

"Don't forget to say, 'I Love You'."

"Make the most of what you have now."

These saying remind us to do the things that matters most. The Great Resignation, and The Big Quit is a multi-million family movement toward better priorities that bond and unite this sacred union. The years 2020 and 2021 were marked by families who took a stand to do the things that matter most.

Yes, there has never been a more pressing time to make the most of family life. It's time to open the curtains and bring in the sunshine and fresh air in. Shower and be showered with love and natural affection. Build a stable family economy. Help heal old wounds. 

Family heads have rediscovered the value of leading a simpler life where family is at the center, well being is essential and nurturing relationships is vital.  "A focus on gaining and offering wisdom and spirituality to ones progeny is the real key to survival", says a long-time family man, Mark Askew.  He continues, "taking the time to make good memories with loved ones, not only matters, but is the prime thing." 

The big question is how? 

1. Make the most of life's small milestones and celebrate them together.

2. Live a simpler life.

3. Reserve the best of your time for family. 

4. Self-medicate by nurturing each other with love, affection and hope,

5. Schedule a weekly date night with your husband/wife.

6. Schedule specific days and hours as play dates with the kids and even grown children.

7. Regular family meals are essential to wholesome upbuilding conversation.

8. Take time to talk about the extended family and ways to support them.

9. Plan special events as a family and include something everyone will enjoy.

10. Plan an annual family reunion and share the love.

So when and how do you start planning these moments of nurturing? "There is no better time than the present." states Mark and his wife of 41 years, who have been making family a priority each day of their married lives. "Every Friday is date night for me and Brenda. I speak to my father and mother everyday and thank them for being who they are. I take time out weekly to engage in upbuilding, healing conversation with my adult son and daughter-in-law, sometimes for hours. I tells Brenda and show her I adore her throughout the day. We share very simple but meaningful moments constantly." Now that's living!

Mark, the author of "Fimark's Family Reunion Planner" adds, "I'm so glad to see that millions are coming around and seeing what living is all about. Focusing on those who set a good example with making the most of what they have now is key. By doing this I've learned to adopt a rock-solid set of family values including hope-building spirituality. These things will not only get you through the difficult times, but give you lasting, abiding, healing joy."

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Get inspiring family reunion planning ideas by the author of a very special keepsake family reunion planning guidebook, written my Mark Askew.  

"Planning a family reunion was just as memorable and meaningful as the event itself!" -Jenna Hamstead

"When it comes to making memories that last, this book will help you make it happen." - Dianne Lowrey

"Thanks for helping us make this a really special day." - Jerome Boston

Turn the pages of Fimark's Family Reunion Planner and set your course on a rewarding journey planning the most memorable family reunion ever. Review and order the printed version of Fimark's Family Reunion Planner Guidebook and Keepsake here.

A Season To Stand United

There is a saying, "There is no better time than the present." And another saying, "Don't put off tomorrow what you can do today?" But I think the one resonates most with me is the age old adage... "There is an appointed time for everything, a time for every activity under the heavens." 

Those wise words always makes me stop, ponder and ask,  "What activity is most needed by my family right now?"

Let All Things Take Place In It's Season

I've learned decades ago that all things are best accomplished in their appointed time and season. With life's many challenges you can easily miss the ideal opportunity to celebrate life's transitions with the family. And when that time is missed you can't get it back as much as you wish you could. 

A Season To Stand United

With all that's going on in the world today, this is a season to stand united as a family and community. Opportunities to make up for lost time pass by too quickly. All we can do is plan ahead and do our best make something positive, meaningful and empowering happen, especially when it's most needed. So what time is it? 

This favorite inspired maxim continues...

"There is a time to plant, a time to heal, a time to build up.

There is a time to weep and a time to laugh. a time to gather and a time to dance.

A time to search and a time embrace. A time to sew together.

A time to be silent, and a time to speak.

A time for peace and a time to love."

- Excerpts from The book of Ecclesiastes chapter 3. 

This Is That Time!

Our families need to be closer now than ever before. There can be no better time to bring the family together. To laugh and cry together, and most of all give assurance of your love and support. And when the time is right, plan a family reunion and widen your circle of love.

Tips For Your Next Family Reunion

"There is a time to plant." Plant a family garden or tree. Plant seeds of truth in the heart of your loved ones.

"There is a time to heal." Express your love for those who are gone but not forgotten. 

"  "There is a time to build up." Build a family tree. Take the time to plan family activities that leave everyone refreshed, hopeful, loved, and in good spirits.

"There is a time to gather, a time to laugh and a time to dance." Songs, dance and laughter build family bonds and a strong house.

"A time to search and a time embrace." Find and extend your family roots and branches. 

"A time to sew together." Make a family history quilt.

"A time to be silent, and a time to speak." Make a family documentary video filled interviews, photos, music, poetry and take a look back on previous family gathers and milestones.

A time for peace and a time to love." Give the kind of honor that builds bridges,  heals old wounds, and renews friendships.

It's a bit nippy out there these days. The entire world could use one big fat family reunion right now.  May you and yours fair well, stay safe and keep the home fires burning.

Mark Askew

Blog Author, Editor, Family Reunion Planner

Family Survival Planning Ideas

Hello Family Reunion planners! 

If you're reading this article congratulations! You survived one of the most turbulent eras of this century. 2018 - 2021 has been an era of natural disaster frequency unlike any other time in history. If you survived you must have been doing something right. 

When it comes to surviving unforeseen crisis, we don't want to leave it to chance. That said, this week I gathered the family together and we review our disaster contingencies to improve our family response to pending emergency alerts and warnings and sharpen our survival skills. I must say, I'm so glad we did!

FAMILY SURVIVAL PLANNING TIPS

Family reunions are a great opportunity to make sure everyone is on the same page as to what to do if they find themselves in the middle of an emergency situation include a natural disaster or pandemic upsurge. Gathering as a family group gives you the opportunity to consider various scenerios and address the special needs each family member has. Needs you might not normally consider when in the middle of distressing situation.

For example: There are a number of different routes to take and and a variety of things to do depending on exactly what the situation is you're contending with. But some family members cannot maneuver all escape plans and routes as other can. For that reason, always have an emergency contingency plan for each potential emergency or crisis that suits all parties involved based on age, health, handicap, etc.

FAMILY SURVIVAL ITEMS TIPS

So here are some quick tips and essential information links that we found very helpful, including links to kits, tools and supplies.

1. Put together a emergency "Go Bag." An emergency Go Bag is a back pack of items you carry with you when you have to evacuate your home and need to stay in a shelter or your car or even camp outdoors until better living arrangements can be made.  (See Links Below)

2. Store a water and non-perishable food supply for shelter in place situations. (See helpful links below)

3. Put together an emergency contact list including local and remote contacts including medical, disaster emergency contacts as well as close associates and family members.

4. Have varied emergency escape routes planned out.

5. Put together evacuation tools, kits and supplies.

6. Consult with individuals in the family who have survived various emergency situations or disasters and learn from experience.

7. Take advantage of social media to report your status to family and friends.

Here is a comprehensive list of must have items for various emergency situation you might find yourself in. with some very helpful links for putting together an emergency "Go Bag." Other items are listed for disaster contingency planning and evacuation situations.

FAMILY SURVIVAL ITEMS LIST

Go Bag Kits

https://amzn.to/3pFVBVX

Two Way SW/LW CB Walkie Talkie with Emergency Alert, etc.

https://amzn.to/3Hl1Nc4

Solar Powered Waterproof Hand Crank Radio

https://amzn.to/32uodch

Two Door Solid Surface Pet Carrier

https://amzn.to/3eDIZIM

Organic Peanut Butter 

https://amzn.to/3z9By5s

Canned goods for car storage (ring pull top)

https://amzn.to/3qzTwKG

Stew pouches for backpack 

https://amzn.to/3EH2pXy

Life Straw Water Filter

https://amzn.to/3zbBQsA

Duct Tape and Thermal Blankets

https://amzn.to/3JoeJ2N

Long Sleeve Demin Shirts Pants Coveralls

https://amzn.to/3zj4Tuj

FAMILY SURVIVAL RESOURCES

When it comes to surviving a disaster or other emergency situation you can never be too prepared. It's a good idea to review information on your local community and .gov website including the following:

Ready.gov: Plan Ahead for Disasters

Ready - An official .gov website.

https://www.ready.gov

When Disaster Strikes - Steps That Can Save Lives

https://www.jw.org/en/search/?q=when+disaster+strikes+steps

Family Reunion Planning Ideas

https://www.family-reunion-planner.fimark.net

What Will You Do In 2022?

 

Are you ready for the new year? The year Y2K22 marks the second year of the second decade of the 2nd Millenium on the gregorian calendar. there has been no more important time to throw a  memorable family reunion, virtual or live. Ready for some inspiration? 

It's the perfect historic marker for your next family reunion. And 2022 will look great on your t-shirts, party favors, banners, and hats. So what do you need to do to start planning the best 2022 family reunion event ever? Check out these fantastic themes.

Fun and Meaningful Family Reunion Themes

Family Reunion Genealogy and Homestead Tour - A fulfilling experience marking family history with what was happening in the news, a homestead tour and some surprising genealogy discoveries with the help of DNA tracking.

Family Reunion Talent Show  - An opportunity to creatively express appreciation for family support, experience and wisdom.

Family Reunion Legends Ball - Gown and Black Tie Galla. A time to express appreciation and honor for the loving support of the elders in the family.

Family Reunion Fall Food Fest - A time of thanks and appreciation for your harvest bounty.
Family Reunion Cruise - Need we say more?


Getting Started
Tips, tools, guides and organization planners can go a long way in helping you to plan, organize and manage your best reunion ever. So the first step is to find a reliable planning app. Web apps are highly recommended. They connect you to vital resources to download templates, documents and other apps like spreadsheet planners as well as ebooks and printables.

Fimark's Family Reunion Planner
Fimark's reunion planner includes just about every app and resource guide needed to plan a wonderful reunion event. Check out these features:

1. Step By Step Checklist Planner with Tips and Planning Guide

2. Event Budget Planner

3. Reunion Travel Planner (Includes Cruise Planner)

4. Theme Planner with Itinerary and Dinner and Entertainment Programs

5. Event Costs and Savings Tips

6. Reunion T-Shirt Designer

7. Reception Hall Planner

8. Complete Reunion Departmental Instructions and Organization Worksheets

9. Spreadsheet Roster/Planner
10. Reunion Planning eBook

11. Event Planning Journal
12. Recipe Compiler

13. Tips, cost-saving guides, and practical event planning instructions

Get the ever-popular Fimark Family Reunion Planner ebook along with several reunion theme planners each with detailed itinerary and activities ideas? Plus a spreadsheet so you can plan your reunion your way? Start planning your reunion event using Fimark's Family Reunion Planner.

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