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McCall-Little Family Reunion A Past to Remember, a Present to Celebrate, a Future to Generate
Greetings McCall-Little Family:
We trust and pray this correspondence finds you and your family well, uplifted and
enjoying the blessings of God through His Son, Jesus Christ.
First and foremost, always giving honor, glory, and praise to God; thanking Him for
allowing us to celebrate another year of family and heritage. Secondly, we would like to
give thanks to the James Russell Little, Sr., family branch; hosts of the 2012 reunion in
Myrtle Beach, SC. Faith, Fellowship, and “Fun in the Sun” was the common theme. It
was indeed a blessing to see and spend time with new and old loved ones.
We—the Helen Grace Family Branch-- are very pleased to announce that the 2014
McCall-Little Family Reunion will be held in beautiful High Point, North Carolina, on
Friday, July 4th through Sunday, July 6th, 2014! This is one reunion you don’t want to
miss!
Our Committee members have worked diligently to plan a joyous and memorable
weekend, filled with activities and entertainment that all will enjoy. Join us as we
celebrate one another and maintain our spirit of unity, love, and fellowship as a family.
We pray that our reunion will be a time of remembering, rejoicing, recreating, renewing,
but, more importantly, reuniting. That’s what it’s all about; bringing family together!
We have set up an interactive family reunion website, which we encourage everyone to
visit and pass along to as many family members as possible. The site will serve as your
online communication tool to stay in touch with family members, receive updates, upload
and view photos, pay and register online, learn about your family history, and so much
more! Family website: www.McCallLittleFamilyReunion.myevent.com.
We are very excited about the upcoming reunion and we thank you in advance for all
your love and support. We look forward to seeing you in High Point!
Love and Many Blessings,
2014 McCall-Little Family Reunion Committee
In this family reunion registration packet, you will find:
Reunion Events and Schedule
Hotel, Travel, and Area Information
Fundraising Project
Registration Information & Forms; Reunion Registration, Talent Showcase Entry
Committee Members & Family Representatives
Family Data Sheet
Family Reunion Events TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION
2014 McCall-Little Family Reunion Check-in and Registration
Friday, July 4, 2014 Where: High Point Plaza, 135 South Main St., High Point, NC 27260
Room: Hospitality Suite Time: 3:00 p.m.
Once you’ve checked-in, please stop by our hospitality suite and pick up your welcome package!
2014 McCall-Little Family Welcome Reception/Fish Fry and Fireworks
Friday, July 4, 2014 Where: City Lake Park, 602 West Main Street, Jamestown, NC 27262
Shelter: Pavilion 8 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
A Fish Fry and Fireworks…what could be better on the 4th
of July!?! Please join us as we officially kick
off the 2014 McCall-Little Family Reunion weekend with a welcome reception at the park! Enjoy hot fish
and all the fixings, cold beverages, catching up with loved ones, and a few family fun activities.
2014 McCall-Little Family Fun Day & Picnic
Saturday, July 5, 2014 Where: City Lake Park, 602 West Main Street, Jamestown, NC 27282
Shelters: Pavilions 2 and 3 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
We’re firing up the grills and preparing some of your favorite dishes! Get ready for creative games,
competitions, and family fun for all ages! All guests are encouraged to wear the reunion t-shirt. Wait…did
we mention the delicious food that will be served??? Thought so! But, it’s worth another mention!
2014 McCall-Little Family Reunion Gala Banquet
Saturday, July 5, 2014 Where: High Point Plaza, 135 South Main St, High Point, NC 27260
Room: Queen Anne Ballroom Time: 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
As the day draws to an end, find your “best” formal or semi-formal evening outfit and be prepared for an
evening of fellowship as we reflect over our family’s history and the memorable moments from this
extraordinary weekend. Enjoy a formal dinner and awards program, followed by a showcase of talented
family members…which is sure to please!
2014 McCall-Little Family Business Meeting & Farewell Activities
Sunday, July 6, 2014 Where: High Point Plaza, 135 South Main St., High Point, NC 27260
Room: Hospitality Suite Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Family members who wish to participate in the planning of our next reunion are welcome to attend a
Family Business Meeting. Before we prepare to travel home, may God allow us to conclude our reunion
festivities by joining hands in prayer. The family that prays together, stays together! Hugs, Kisses and
Farewell Wishes~
Sunday Service Church Invitation
Sunday, July 6, 2014 Where: The Redeemed Church of Christ
Address: 150 Ravina Lane, High Point, NC 27262 Time: 12:00 p.m.
All are invited to join us for a Sunday Praise and Worship Service. Elder James Baker presiding. I was
glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord (Psalm 122:1)
Schedule at a Glance TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND INFORMATION
Adult Hospitality Room
Throughout the Reunion Weekend, we will have an adult hospitality suite with board
games, mementos, old family photos, music, snacks and beverages. Please bring photos
and other memorabilia to share with other family members.
Game Rooms
Throughout the reunion weekend, we will also have two staffed games rooms for our
youth; “The Kid Spot” for small children and “The Teen Zone” for our teens and pre-
teens. These rooms will be filled with age appropriate board games, video games, toys,
TV’s, movies, music, snacks and beverages.
Friday, July 4, 2014
3:00pm: Hotel Check-In & Reunion Registration
4:00pm – 10:00pm: Welcome Reception - Meet & Greet/Fish Fry & Fireworks
9:00pm – 12:00am: Free Time – hospitality suite and game rooms will be open
Saturday, July 5, 2014
8:00am – 9:00am: Family Fitness
8:00am – 10:00am: Deluxe Continental Breakfast
11:00am – 3:00pm: Family Fun Day & Picnic @ City Lake Park
3:30pm – 4:30pm: Softball Tournament @ Cedrow Park (optional)
5:00pm -- 7:00pm: Free Time – hospitality suite and game rooms will be open
4:00pm – 5:30pm: Lil’ Cousins Pool Social (optional)
7:00pm – 10:00pm: Reunion Gala Banquet
10:00pm --12:00pm: Family Social—Adults Only (optional)
10:00pm – 12:00am: Lil’ Cousins Pajama Celebration & Movie (optional)
Sunday, July 6, 2014
8:00am – 9:00am: Family Fitness
8:00am – 10:00am: Deluxe Continental Breakfast
10:00am – 11:00am: Business Meeting/Farewell Activities
11:00am: Hotel Check-out
12:00pm: Church Invitation @ The Redeemed Church of Christ
2:00pm: Family Dinner @ TBA (optional/pay your way)
HOTEL INFORMATION
135 South Main Street, High Point, NC 27260
Local: (336) 889-8888 - Toll Free: (855) 477-5292
www.HighPointPlaza.com
The reunion committee has selected the High Point Plaza Hotel & Conference Center as
our host hotel for the family reunion. The High Point Plaza offers a central location that
is near restaurants, shopping centers, and family-friendly entertainment. A limited
number of guest rooms have been blocked and are available at the group discount rates.
Special Group Rates for our Family Reunion:
King Guest Room: $69.00 / night + tax (Sleeps 2)
1 bedroom w/ 1 King bed
Double Guest Room: $69.00 / night (Sleeps 4)
1 bedroom w/ 2 double beds
King Suite: $139.00 / night + tax (sleeps 4)
1 bedroom w/ 1 King bed and adjoining room w/sleeper sofa
Double Suite: $139.00 / night + tax (sleeps 6)
1 bedroom w/ 2 double beds and adjoining room w/sleeper sofa
Guestrooms are equipped with flat-screen TV, coffee maker, iron & board, and work
desk with Complimentary High Speed Internet and Sleep Number Beds.
Please note: For your convenience, group rates are valid two days prior to the reunion
weekend and two days after reunion weekend. Guests are responsible for their own room,
tax and incidental charges upon departure. All rates are subject to applicable tax,
currently 12.75%.
Instructions When Making Room Reservations:
Call the toll free or local number listed above to make your hotel reservation.
Please ask for the McCall-Little Family Reunion.
Cut-off Date: Reservations received after June4, 2014 will be provided on a
space-available basis at prevailing rates. Rooms have been known to sell out fast.
Hotel Amenities for our Family Reunion:
Free Hot Deluxe Breakfast every morning
Business Center
Indoor Pool
HOTEL INFORMATION (continued)
Check-In: 3:00P.M.
Check-Out: 11:00A.M.
Please contact the hotel directly to inquire about early check in or late checkout.
Parking: The guest room rate does not include parking. The parking garage adjacent to
the High Point Plaza is a city owned garage. The fee for overnight guests is $6.00 per
car/per night. This fee will be charged at check-in per individual guest's authorization.
On-site Dining: Start your day off right at the High Point Plaza with a complimentary
hot breakfast, or dinner at the on-site restaurant, Bistro 135 South.
Alternate Hotels: We encourage all reunion guests to take full advantage of the special
group rate. There's nothing quite like staying close to family! Plus, it's rather
convenient as the majority of the reunion weekend events will be held at the host hotel!
However, we can provide a list of additional hotels in the area, per your request.
Directions
Please contact David Hayes at (336) 882-7857 or via email at:
[email protected]. He’s great with directions!
Local Airports
• Piedmont Triad International Airport (Approximately 25 minute drive)
FUNDRAISING
In an effort to establish a general reunion fund and a college scholarship fund for
subsequent reunions, the committee would like to propose the following fundraising
project to aide in this initiative.
2014 Reunion Souvenir Book We are pleased to announce our first McCall-Little Family Reunion Commemorative
Souvenir Book. Make sure your family information is included!
Please consider placing an Ad in the McCall-Little Family Reunion Souvenir Book. This
Book will commemorate the 2014 McCall-Little Family Reunion by:
Honoring our past with historical / biographical information about our ancestors.
Celebrate the present by acknowledging accomplishments and special events.
Provide for our future through scholarships that will encourage and enable our
youth.
The book will contain biographies of each family branch stemming from Louise McCall-
Little with their Family Tree and a descendant directory as well as Reunion Program
information. Your advertisement will further enrich our Souvenir Book. In addition, you
may also help by soliciting ads from Businesses that you frequent, family members that
may not be able to attend, and friends.
Ads can be:
In Memoriam: to honor and recognize family and friends who have gone on
All About Us: Retirement, Births, Graduations, Anniversaries, or any other
accomplishments
All in the Family: recognizing the families and friends, who support the family
Taking care of Business: Ads and Business Cards of businesses and
organizations
Memory Lane: Pictures of the past with a brief description
Cooking Up an Idea: favorite recipes w/background info and stories
When you purchase a FULL page ad, you will receive a FREE souvenir book.
Additional Souvenir books are ONLY $20 each if PRE-ordered by June 1, 2014.
Souvenir books will cost $25 each at the family reunion. Save $$ by ordering your
books today!
2014 McCall-Little Family Reunion Souvenir Book
Ad Order Form
Souvenir Book Ad deadline: June 1, 2014. Ad space is limited. ORDER EARLY!
Contact Person Information – Please Print
Name: ________________________________ Telephone: ( ) ___________
Mailing Address: __________________________________________________
E-mail: _______________________________ (Order confirmations sent only by email.)
_____________________________________________
Select Ad Size (See specifications): Please complete a separate Ad Order Form for EACH Ad.
Additional Ad Order Forms available at our website.
____ 1 (Full) Page Ad ………………………. $50
____ ½ (Half) Page Ad ………………………$35
____ ¼ (Quarter) Page Ad …………………...$20
____ Business Card Ad… ……………………$15
____ Patron Ad …………………….…………$5
Written text for your Ad: PLEASE TYPE or PRINT CLEARLY!
Be sure to follow word count limitations as indicated on page two. Check
spelling and accuracy of information. Content may be edited for quality and
format purposes.
Select: ( )Ad is written below ( ) Ad is attached ( ) Business Card attached _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Please email your ad(s) to [email protected] or mail them to:
Souvenir Book, c/o Germell Brown, 7200 Chapparal Dr., District Heights, MD 20747. You can
pay for your ad(s) on the reunion website or via the registration form.
Full Page $50 70 Words or Less 3 Photo limit
Patrons $5 Names will appear on a list 10 words or less No photos allowed
Quarter Page $20 20 Words or Less
1 Photo limit Business Card $15
Actual business card (clean and copy ready) must be included with order. Ad will be printed “as is” from business card – with NO corrections.
Half Page $35 30 Words or Less
2 Photo limit
2014 Reunion Registration Information
Besides the obvious task of making travel arrangements to attend the
McCall-Little Family Reunion, there are three (3) independent steps
required to officially register:
Submit full payment of Reunion Fees by the deadline date.
Submit completed Reunion Registration Form by the deadline date.
Reserve your guest room(s) at the High Point Plaza by the deadline
date (if applicable).
Payment Options
Option #1: Registration fees paid in full by June 4, 2014 for each
person attending the reunion.
Early Registration Drawing
Registration Forms received with full payment and postmarked on or prior to
May 1, 2014 will be entered into a drawing for the following item:
Grand Prize: One (1) Family Reunion T-shirt
Drawing will be held on May 5, 2014, and the Winner will be notified
immediately. The winner will also be posted on web site. Committee
members are not eligible for the drawing.
If you have any questions or concerns. Please feel free to contact Joanne
Jones at 336-885-1705 or via e-mail at [email protected].
Family Reunion Fees
The Finance Committee has worked diligently to keep the registration fees
as affordable as possible while maintaining a quality event. Your advance
payment is appreciated in order for us to efficiently and effectively plan and
prepare for this grand occasion and for your arrival.
The Registration Fees are as follows:
$45 per Adult (18 and up)
$30 per Teen (12-17 yrs)
$25 per Youth (6-11 yrs)
FREE - Children (0-5 yrs)
Registration Fee includes all meals, activities, and admission for the Welcome Reception,
Family Picnic, and Banquet, as well as snacks in the Hospitality Suite.
For your convenience, two payment methods are available to submit
your registration fees:
1) Credit/Debit Card
Credit/Debit card payments can be made at:
www.McCallLittleFamilyReunion.myevent.com. Please Note: There is a 3.75% credit
card processing fee and a $0.50 transaction fee per ticket for this option--charged by the
website--and is reflected in all ticket prices shown below.
3) Money Orders/Checks* Money orders or Cashier Checks can be sent directly to:
McCall-Little Family Reunion 2014
C/o Germell Brown
7200 Chapparal Drive
District Heights, MD 20747
*Personal checks will NOT be accepted
Talent Showcase Entry Form
In an effort to encourage our youth to pursue their own gifts, we will be hosting a talent showcase during the Reunion Gala Banquet. Acts may be anything from modern dance, to singing, to a display of intellectual prowess! If you would like to participate, please fill out the information below and return with the registration form. Name: _____________________________________ Age: ________________
Branch Representing: _____________________________________________
Basic Guidelines:
This is a family event, therefore absolutely No profanity or obscenity will be allowed.
Acts must be under 5 minutes in length. If you require music, please pre-record on a CD. Mail (1) copy with the
registration and bring (1) copy to the event. If you require any special setup, please indicate below. A committee
member will contact you to discuss prior to the performance.
What talent will you showcase?
Poetry Comedy Sing Dance
Drama Instrument
Description: ___________________________________________________________
Props/ equipment that YOU will be bringing: _____________________________
Additional accommodations needed (i.e. Projector screen, microphone): ______________________________________________________________________
~ Please Note ~
Due to the limited amount of time allocated to the Talent Showcase, those who
pre-register will perform first. Only if time permits, are we able to accommodate
those who register at the reunion.
The Family Reunion Host Committee Helen Grace Family Branch
Executive Committee
Betty Hayes, Reunion Chair Germell Brown, Co-Chair 1801 Guyer Street 7200 Chapparal Drive
High Point, NC 27265 District Heights, MD 20747
[email protected] [email protected]
(336) 882-7857 (301) 875-8571
Joanne Jones, Co-Chair May Helen Dockery, Co-Chair 1014 Sales Street 2340 Bellemeade Street
High Point, NC 27260 High Point, NC 27263
[email protected] [email protected]
(336) 885-1705 (336) 884-1791
Subcommittees
Finance: Germell Brown, David Hayes
Entertainment/Activities: Germell Brown, Shelia Brown, Jaikyla Hope, Lexus Little
Fundraising: Joanne Jones, May Dockery, Germell Brown, Catherine Dockery
Hospitality: Michelle Jones, Germell Brown, Jaikyla Hope, Lexus Little
Food/Meal Preparation: May Dockery, Betty Hayes, Elaine Hairston, Jesse Grace,
Anthony Jones, Joe Young
Marketing: Betty Hayes, Germell Brown
Communications: Joanne Jones, Betty Hayes, Germell Brown
Family History: Betty Hayes
McCall-Little Family Representatives
Anna Cook Branch Fred Little Branch Julius Malachi Branch Margaret Ann Dixon Janice Grace Gary Malachi
(843) 535-0273 (910) 848-0617 (239) 233-6746
John L. Malachi Branch Wilma Smith Branch James R. Little Branch
Shirley Malachi Natasha Smith Mae Catherine Abraham
(919) 602-0818 (240) 593-1810 (843) 479-3605
Ethel Mae Miller Branch Sarah Little Branch Virginia Helm Branch
Samuel (Toby) Nipper Samuel (Gilman) Little Toffon Jones
(770) 982-0303 (917) 216-1321 (252) 442-8248
Freddie E. Little Branch Freddie E. Little Branch Betty Jean Little Branch
Darnell Franklin Alshonda Little Erica Little
(908) 327-8727 (732) 246-3356 (843) 479-9446
Things To Do In High Point, NC
Attractions of all kinds can be found in High Point and the surrounding area! We have listed below a few of our favorite things to do in High Point. Additional info can be found by visiting: www.highpoint.org.
For Food…
Check out Bistro 135 South, High Point Plaza’s on-site casual dining restaurant!
If you’re looking for steaks, try: Liberty Steakhouse 914 Mall Loop Rd. (336) 882-4677 If you’re looking for seafood, try: Skipper’s Seafood 2409 S. Main St., (336) 885-8678 If you’re looking for Italian, try: Rome Pizza 2100 N. Main St., #112, (336) 882-5582 If you’re looking for Barbeque, try: BBQ Joe’s 2822 S. Main St., (336) 434-4355 If you’re looking for Sushi, try: Fire & Sticks Japanese Steakhouse 3917 Sedgebrook St., (336) 887-3473
Museums… High Point Museum & Historical Park 1859 E. Lexington Ave., (336) 885-1859 World's Largest Chest Of Drawers 508 N. Hamilton St., (336) 887-7170
Art… Theatre Art Galleries 220 E. Commerce Ave. (336) 887-2137
Parks…
City Lake Park 602 W. Main Street, Jamestown (336) 883-3498
Oak Hollow Park 3400 N. Centennial Ave., (336) 883-3494
Other local attractions…
John Coltrane Statue and Marker intersection Commerce Ave. & Hamilton St., Kelsey Valley Zip-line 1615 Kersey Valley Rd., (336) 431-1700 Regal High Point Cinema 7 921 Eastchester Drive (336) 885-6906
Family Data Sheet Building our family tree one branch at a time!
The purpose of this form is to help us develop and maintain a national McCall-Little Family Directory. Please complete this form and return to Betty Hayes at [email protected], and/or send to 1801 Guyer St., High Point, NC 27265. Father (full name):
Event Date Place of event (City, County, State, Country) Birth
Marriage
Death
Prior Spouse(s):
Mother (full maiden name):
Event Date Place of event (City, County, State, Country) Birth
Marriage
Death
Prior Spouse(s):
Children (of this marriage):
Given name Event Date Place of event (City, County, State, Country) Birth
Marriage
Death
Prior Spouse(s): Given name Event Date Place of event (City, County, State, Country)
Birth
Marriage
Death
Prior Spouse(s): Given name Event Date Place of event (City, County, State, Country)
Birth
Marriage
Death
Prior Spouse(s): Given name Event Date Place of event (City, County, State, Country)
Birth
Marriage
Death
Prior Spouse(s): Please use the back of this form to add additional children. Thank you~
