Alger Family Reunion 2008 Update

The 2008 Alger Reunion is quickly approaching. I hope you are all excited!

The reunions are a great experience for each of us and more important are the memories we are making for our children and grandchildren.

Our recent gatherings have resulted in the Family History Book, generously published by Dan Alger. He accomplished an incredible task in assembling that beautiful book. It will be the topic of conversations for years to come.

We also have the 2007 Reunion T-shirts designed and provided by Sandy Weiner. They were an enormous hit and it was quite amazing to see over 100 family members in matching T-shirts at the same time.

So, please mark the date on your calendar to reconnect with cousins from our youth and make the acquaintance of those you’ve never met.

The planning committee has been meeting frequently concerning the details of the event. This year, we will be having a simple pot luck style barbeque of hamburgers and hot dogs, salads, beans, fruit, and deserts. We all know the food takes a back seat to the enjoyment of visiting with each other, and of course the games.

The fee this year is $10 per person. This can be sent to the Alger Family Reunion, 41676 Lori Ln., Hemet CA 92544. Please notify Sandra Clarke Haro at sharo222@gmail.com when you submit your check. She will respond by email when it is received. For those of you who prefer to use electronic bank payment, please contact Mathew Alger matthewalg37@yahoo.com for the necessary information

Again this year, we will have a 3-legged race, egg toss, and tug-a-war for the adults. Of course the children are welcome to participate also. It was so much such fun last year, I was bruised for weeks.

Our Reunion T-shirts will be in colors this year. Each child of James and Harriet Alger will have a different color. All of that child’s descendents will have the same color. The shirts are $10 each. Please designate quantities desired in each size. Adults, S, M, L, & XL and Children S, M, & L. Your orders can be sent to gallagher.denise@comcast.net Send your payments separately or with your attendance to the reunion.

We have fond memories of the early reunions organized by our parents. As families grew, their lives separated by both miles and lifestyles. However, the reunions instilled a sense of family belonging in all of us. I hope to see all of you at the reunion. Please confirm your attendance with the number of children and adults attending. You can send the info to gallagher.denise@comcast.net It really helps in the planning.

For any interested in driving from Salt Lake City to the reunion in Sonoma County or sharing a ride, please contact Matthewalg37@yahoo.com for details.

Thank you.