Friday – July 31
Welcome & Early Arrival Day
For those arriving early, Friday offers relaxed opportunities to reconnect.
Evening Get-Together
An informal gathering will be hosted at our lake home on Otter Tail (or a nearby location depending on numbers). This will be a casual time to reconnect in smaller groups.
Friday Afternoon Golf (Optional)
If there is interest, tee times can be arranged at local golf courses in the area.
Lake Home Open for Visiting
Our lake home will be available throughout the day as a place to connect, visit, and enjoy time together in smaller groups.
Saturday – August 1
Main Reunion Day at Amor Park
Location: Amor Park
Backup (if weather is poor): Zion Lutheran Church
Morning
9:00 – 10:00 AM | Check-In & Visiting
Share family fun facts
Bring photos and memories to display
Light mingling and reconnecting
10:00 AM | Icebreakers & Welcome
All-ages icebreaker games
Short blessing
Time to gather and connect across generations
Lunch & Midday Activities
Food trucks will be available
Please bring a favorite family treat to share
Bring your own beverages if desired
We encourage everyone to mingle and connect across family branches
We especially invite our Elders to prepare a few memories to share. Many of us fondly remember the reunions organized by Lola Thompson — let’s continue that tradition.
2:00 PM | Group Photos & Family Stories
Large group photo (and possibly additional group photos)
Brief shared memories among descendants of Ole and Marit
Afternoon Fun (Until ~6:00 PM)
- Lake activities (public dock access available)
- Swimming (optional)
- Yard games from our ample supply
- Playground access for children
- Open visiting and reminiscing
There are restroom facilities at the park.
Please bring lawn chairs, as seating is limited (we may rent additional tables and chairs).
** If weather does not cooperate, we will move to Zion Lutheran Church and enjoy indoor-friendly activities.
Sunday – August 2
Worship & Farewell
9:00 AM | Church Service
Family members are welcome to attend or participate in worship at Zion Luthern Church.