Wheeler Family

1. Wheeler Family Reunion Jackson Mississippi July 1-4, 2011

2. You are cordially invited to attend a Wheeler Family Gathering “Loving Your Past Into The Future” When: July 1-4,2011 Where: Jackson, Mississippi The figure on the cover of a bird looking backward but facing forward is an African symbol symbolizing the Ghanaian proverb of acknowledging and appreciating the past accomplishments of your heritage. A noted gentleman once said, “a great people, which you are, never forgets, always appreciates and builds on the contributions and sacrifices of their past” Let us come together by car, train and plane to acknowledge, appreciate and further build on the hearts that were tendered through the Wheeler lineage. Let us embrace each other, give a hug to somebody, maybe shed a tear of joyful adoration, laugh a little (Wheelers laugh a lot!!!!), make some memories, and welcome a new Wheeler to the clan.

3. So here’s the line-up of things to come and know: Arrival: Friday, July 1,(for those out-of-towners) Check-in at the Homewood Suites by Hilton is 4:00pm. So schedule your arrival time accordingly. Go to the hotel link http://homewoodsuites.hilton.com/en/hw/groups/personalized/J/JANHWHW-WFR-20110701/index.jhtmltoreserve your room. The cost is $89-$99 per night depending on your room selection. Make sure you indicate that you are participating in the Wheeler Family Reunion. Directions to the Hotel: 853 Centre Street Ridgeland, MS 39157 There will be a “meet and greet” get-together Friday evening in the hotel lobby. Dinner is own your own. The hotel is situated near many restaurants within walking distance. Saturday: July 2nd The evening festivities start at 7pm, so you have all day to enjoy Jackson on your own if you like…-do some shopping or just enjoy the hotel amenities. The hotel serves a full complementary breakfast for your enjoyment.

4. Saturday: July 2nd cont’d Here is where the fun begins….we have a sumptuous dinner planned for you and a few special activities to hopefully make your visit memorable. Where: T’s Event Hall, located at 1900 Hwy 80 W, Jackson, MS 39204 Dress Attire: Come as you like!!! Be sure to bring your cameras!!!!! Sunday: July 3rd Get your bibs ready for an ol’ fashioned BarBQue in Heidelberg Ms. (Don’t worry we’ll get you there) There’ll be ribs and chicken and other lip-smackin goodies. For those of you who want to attend Sunday church service we’ll make arrangements for that as well. Monday: July 4th We’ll hug and kiss and say good-bye until next time!!!

5. Attendance Form Name:____________________________ Name:_____________________________ Name:_____________________________ Child:_______________ Age:_________ Child:________________Age:_________ Child:________________Age:_________ Address:__________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ Phone:____________________________ Email:_____________________________ Total Payment__________ Make checks payable to: Wheeler Reunion 2011 %Antonia Hudson Mail to : 16800 Wood Street Hazel Crest, IL 60429

6. So start making your travel reservations now to Jackson , MS Here’s what else it will cost: Hotel costs for two nites are listed on the website 2 meals, i.e., Saturday and Sunday= $35 per person. ***for children 0-3 yrs of age=no charge. *** for children 4-11 yrs of age = $15 Call or write : Stephanie McGee at 601 201-8628, stephaniemcgee01@yahoo.com, 235 Beechcrest, Jackson, MS 39211 Toni Hudson at 708 224-8878, hazelwood168@comcast.net 16800 Wood Street, Hazel Crest, IL 60429 We hope to see you there!!!!