December 28, 2009 at 7:08 pm · Filed under Family Reunions and tagged: family reunion, family reunion sweepstakes, Family Reunions, fraternity reunion, Military Reunion, Prince George's, prince george's county, reunion, reunion capital USA, reunion planning, ReunionCapitalUSA, sorority reunion, Sweepstakes
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December 7, 2009 at 11:01 pm · Filed under Family Reunions
Need reunion inspiration? This special family story submitted by Rebecca Roemer shows how a reunion can bring a special group together to reminisce, reconnect and create lasting memories.
One afternoon, a friend told the story of how one of her own family traditions was born, Christmas in May. Her father, forever free-spirited, popped into town from out of state and they arranged to get together for dinner. Her sister in Philadelphia didn’t want to be left out, so she drove home to Maryland. 
Aunts and uncles suggested they come together at their house, which happened to be crawling with cousins, and the next thing you know, there was a party. As grandparents and more relatives were called, the backdoor continued to fly open, inviting hollers, and then hugs from the gathering crowd. Everyone just kept coming. They joked that it was their ‘Christmas in May.’
The afternoon came together fast. Someone picked up a bushel of steamed crabs, while others fried buttermilk chicken, husked corn, whipped deviled eggs and brewed sweet tea. They laid layers of neighborhood news on the picnic table as a makeshift tablecloth, and carted out the bounty out like, well, like aunts to a picnic. Cracking crabs and passing paper plates they told stories of holidays past; when an ornery cousin dented their grandfather’s Chrysler one Christmas Eve, and how her great-uncle would eek-out holiday carols after dinner on his violin.
Even Grandpa chimed in with stories of being a child growing up in Baltimore with his four siblings. They sat around for hours. Everyone had a story to tell, his or her own piece of the family patchwork. No one rushed to clean up, there wasn’t much to do but roll up the paper anyhow. Her grandmother set the needle to old holiday records; she was a musician in her day and still had stacks of jazz from her time. Sitting back, listening and laughing, the group thumbed through vinyl and handed around newspaper clippings gathered through the years.
If we’re lucky, we all have days like these shuffled into our busy lives. It’s up to us to make these times memorable, to make our mess, to make our mark. Sometimes, there are no family birthdays, no major holidays, no real reasons to get together. So you make one up. That’s what family is about- making the time to be together.
There’s a reason Prince George’s County is all about family. It’s why we treasure traditions like ‘Christmas in May.’ It’s where families (just like yours) come together. 
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November 20, 2009 at 9:17 pm · Filed under Church Reunions, Family Reunions, Girls Weekend, History of Prince George's County, Homecoming, Hotels in Prince George's County, MD, Military Family Reunion, Military Reunions, Planning a reunion, Reunion Ideas, Reunion Themes, School Reunions, Share reunion ideas, Sorority & Fraternity Reunions, reunion activities and tagged: 15 min from DC, church reunion, close to DC, college reunion, family, family reunion, family reunion sweepstakes, Family Reunions, fraternity reunion, gaylord national, gaylord national resort, maryland, MD, Military Reunion, national harbor, Prince George's, prince george's county, Prince George's County Visitor's Bureau, reunion, reunion activities, reunion capital USA, Reunion Ideas, reunions, six flags america, sorority reunion, Sweepstakes, the national harbor, Things to do in Prince George's county, washington DC
Planning your next reunion and looking for the perfect location for your special group…where better to stay then just outside our Nation’s Capital?
Prince George’s County, Maryland is the ideal location for any reunion, regardless of group size, price point or interests. From quality hotels, to historic museums, and fun attractions, there is something for everyone to enjoy in Gorgeous Prince George’s!
Looking for a high quality hotel for your group to stay? The Marriott Greenbelt hotel has won “Marriott Hotel of the Year” and is minutes from exciting attractions such as the NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center, Six Flags America, downtown Washington, D.C., and within an hour from Baltimore and Annapolis.

Planning a reunion for a large group? Check out the National Harbor, Maryland’s newest dream gateway! It’s an incredible 300-acre waterfront destination just minutes from downtown Washington D.C., along the Potomac River. The cornerstone of National Harbor is the 2000-room Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, the largest hotel in the Washington DC metro. The National Harbor features world-class dining, nightclubs, shopping and an amazing market, as well as special seasonal features and attractions for the whole family to enjoy!

There are a magnitude of unique and interesting historical sites, museums and cultural events to enjoy in Prince George’s. Go back in time and visit the Surratt House, home of Mary Surratt, the first woman to be executed by the United States government after being found guilty of conspiring with John Wilkes Booth to assassinate Abraham Lincoln. The museum presents a variety of programs and events, recapturing the history of mid-19th century life and focusing on the fascinating web of the Lincoln conspiracy.
Check out a performance at the incredible Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, take in a professional sports game, or spend a day exploring Fort Washington and it’s 341-acre park offering an assortment of recreational opportunities, including hiking and biking trails and a playground.

There are plenty of great places to experience on your reunion in Prince George’s, making it the ideal reunion destination! Check out Reunion Capital USA for reunion planning advice, ideas and more!
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November 11, 2009 at 8:59 pm · Filed under Church Reunions, Family Reunions, Girls Weekend, Hotels in Prince George's County, Military Family Reunion, Military Reunions, Planning a reunion, Reunion Ideas, Reunion Themes, Share reunion ideas, Sorority & Fraternity Reunions and tagged: church reunion, college reunion, family, family reunion, family reunion sweepstakes, Family Reunions, fraternity reunion, maryland, Military Reunion, Prince George's, prince george's county, reunion activities, reunion capital USA, Reunion Ideas, reunion planner, reunion planning, reunion rookies, ReunionCapitalUSA, reunions, sorority reunion, Things to do in Prince George's county
So you’ve been crowned organizer of your reunion. Sure is different from hosting a small dinner party for a couple of friends, isn’t it? Don’t get overwhelmed; we can help ensure a successful reunion for all!
Reunions are a time to celebrate life’s milestones, achievements and renew old acquaintances. It’s also time to start losing the pounds, covering the grays and getting ready for some serious fun!

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1. The first decision you’ll need to make is who to invite, and forming a reunion committee will certainly be helpful. The planning committee works as a team to make sure that all aspects of the reunion are taken care of, and that no details are left out. (It’s very hard for one person to be responsible for such a large task!). For more information about forming a reunion committee, please click here.
2. Develop a detailed budget. You’ll need to figure out how much each attendee will pay in order to cover the venue deposit, printing and mailing of invitations, long-distance phone calls, and any unexpected expenses you may come across. For more information on developing and sticking to a budget, please click here.
3. Start the search for a location as early as possible for the best rates and most choices. Deciding on a location can depend on group size, budget, time of year, geographic location, and the type of activities best suited to attendees. Select a date and start publicizing the reunion as early as possible so attendees can make travel plans. For more info on dates & location, please start here.
4. Stay in the loop! When the location, date, and facility have been confirmed, send out invitations to your reunion members. The invitations can be a simple e-mail, plain letter, or fun creation that goes along with a party theme. Ask attendees for information about their lives (including updated contact information). Compile it all into a booklet and mail this out to reunion attendees before the reunion, so they can be ready to pounce on family and old friends as soon as they walk through the door to catch up.

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