Lacefield Gazette

Updated: January 20, 2025


 

 

 

 

 

 

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14th Lacefield Family Reunion

 

ARE YOU READY FOR A GREAT TIME IN
 FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA?

 

The Reunion Committee is working very hard to make this reunion a fun time.

 

 

THE REUNION IS SCHEDULED FOR
JULY 31st - AUGUST 3rd IN FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA.

 

 

 

LACEFIELD GAZETTE INDEX

Reunion Agenda

Hotel Accommodations

Reunion Fees

Registration Forms & Family Tree Data Forms

Reunion T-Shirts

Auction

Newsletter

For More Information

Fort Lauderdale Points of Interest

 

 

Reunion Agenda

 

Day 1: Kickoff in the Sunshine!

Thursday, July 31st 🌞

·      Registration & Meet & Greet (3PM – 8PM)

o   Sign in as we gather for fun, light refreshments, and a warm welcome.

·      Icebreaker Games & Good Times

o   Fun family games and activities.

o   Catch up with family members.

o   Share pictures of family members.

 

🚌 Day 2: Looking at History & Making Memories

Friday, August 1st 🚌

🌞 Sunshine & Smiles: Wear Your Family T-Shirt!

·      Let’s Show Off Our Family Pride!

o   Today’s the day to rock your reunion t-shirt! Let’s make this moment of chillin' in the sun one to remember!

·      Enjoy your Complimentary Breakfast (6 AM – 9:30 AM)

o   Enjoy a complimentary hotel breakfast to start the day right.

·      Hop On, Let’s Roll! (9:30 AM) 🚌

o   Board the charter bus for a guided tour of local landmarks and Black historical sites.

·      Lunch Laughs, Relaxation and Fun

o   🌞 Take a fun break to enjoy lunch with family members you haven’t connected with in a while. Share stories, laughs, and build stronger bonds over lunch.  Play some fun games at the park. It’s all about making memories and catching up in the best way possible!

·      Return to Dania Pointe Explore, Shop & Connect (2:30 PM)

o   Stroll, Shop, or Just Chill with Family!

o   Explore the shops at Dania Pointe, go for a relaxing walk, or just relax around the green. Find a cozy spot to have meaningful conversations or enjoy some other fun interactive entertainment nearby. Check out your welcome bags for tips on where to go!

·      🍽️ Building Legacies Over Dinner

o   With a variety of delicious dining options at Dania Ponte, the choice is yours!

o   Make plans to enjoy dinner with family members you haven’t connected with in a while. This is more than just dinner—It’s another chance to share stories, honor the past and build a legacy to shape the future of our family.

 

🏖️ Day 3: Beachin' & Stylin'

Saturday, August 2nd 🏖️

·      Rise & Shine Breakfast (7AM – 11AM)

o   Fuel up for a day of fun at your own pace.

·      Chill Time: Beaches & Beyond (9 AM – 3 PM)

o   Hit the sandy shores of Fort Lauderdale, Dania Beach, Hollywood Beach Broad Walk or even take a day trip to Miami. The day is yours!

·      Banquet Night: South Beach Chic (5 PM – 9 PM)

o   Dress to impress in your South Beach chic evening attire and enjoy a night of music, great food, and family celebrations!

o   Be the star or just enjoy the Fashion Show

·      🎶 The Night is Yours: Evening Entertainment 🎶

o   Dance, Laugh, or Simply Relax Under the Stars!

o   Enjoy live music, comedy, or local nightlife at Dania Pointe or nearby venues. Make the most of your evening with family, whether it’s dancing, having a drink, or enjoying a laid-back night of conversation.

 

🌅 Day 4: Farewell & Future Plans 🌅

Sunday, August 3rd

·      Morning Mingle Breakfast (7AM – 9AM)

o   Last chance to share breakfast and share contact information and make plans to stay in touch.

·      Memorial Moments (9 AM – 9:30 AM)

o   A touching service to honor and remember family members who have passed.

·      Planning the Next One! (9:30 AM – 10:30 AM)

o   Gather for a brief family meeting to plan the next reunion and wrap up this year’s event with warm hugs and sunny memories.

 

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Fort Lauderdale
Points of Interest

 

Beaches

 

Sistrunk Boulevard

 

Hollywood Oceanfront Broadwalk

 

Dania Pointe

 

Culture and Art: Visit the NSU Art Museum or historic Stranahan House for a touch of local history

 

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Reunion Fees

Before June 26th

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Registration – Adult

$120

Registration – Children

(6 thru 15)

$60

Registration – Children

(5 and under)

Free

 

 

After June 25th

 

Registration – Adult

$130

Registration – Children

(6 thru 15)

$65

Registration – Children

(5 and under)

Free

 

 

Shirts

 

Children sizes

$15

Adult sizes

$20

Plus sizes

$23

 

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Hotel Accommodations

Hilton Garden Inn

 Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port

 

180 SW 18th Avenue,
Dania, Florida, 33004

972-691-1199

 

Rates
$129 for 2
$139 for 3
and $149

for 4 guests per night

Use Group Code: LACE25

 

These rates are available until Friday July 4, 2025.

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REGISTRATION AND FAMILY TREE INFORMATION

Complete and return the Reunion Registration Form with payment as soon as possible.
To finalize our plans, we need to know how many people are interested in attending this reunion.

You can download this form from this website.

 

Click on Lacefield Family Reunion Registration Form.

You can fill it out on the computer or print the form and fill it out with a pen.
After it is filled out, mail it in with your registration fees.

 

Also, we have created a Family Tree Data Sheet
We need everyone to complete it NOW.
Please print as many Family Tree Data Sheets as necessary.
We want to properly compile our history.
Every member of your family should complete an individual form.


We are continuously updating our Family History Tree and we will be making a presentation on the Lacefield Family History.

Click on Lacefield Family Tree Data Sheet.
 You can fill it out on the computer or print the form and fill it out with a pen.
After it is filled out, mail it in with your registration forms & fees.

 

Mail the completed Reunion Registration Form and Family Tree Data Sheets to:

LACEFIELD FAMILY REUNION
c/o Patricia Bryant
400 NE 195th St., Miami, Florida 33179
or
FlaLacefield25@gmail.com

 

Zelle and Cash App Option Are Available for Reunion Fees

 

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REUNION T-SHIRTS

Reunion T-shirts will be available for you and your family to commemorate this 14th Lacefield Family Reunion. But first we must get an idea of how many T-shirts to order. Please let us know the quantity and sizes of shirts you want for you and your family members. Shirts will be distributed at the reunion with your registration package.

 

The cost for your T-shirts will be $20 for adults ($23 Adult XXL) and $15.00 for children. The cost can be added to your check when you pay your registration or submitted separately. The order form is the second page of the Reunion Registration Form.

We will not be able to order T-shirts after June 1st so please send your orders in with your registration.

 

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Auction!!!

Bring sports and other items from your hometown.  Items must have a purchase price of at least $10 to $25 (value can be greater). We know a lot of you all can catch some good sales so the value may be much more than what you pay for it.  However, the actual cost will be determined during the auction by what someone else will pay for the item.  It’s been a lot of fun in the past and lots of good bidding.  This is a fund raiser for the Lacefield Reunion Planning Committee.

 

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

Contact Information

Patricia Bryant

Phone: (786) 208-9773

E-mail FlaLacefield25@gmail.com

400 NE 195th St.

Miami, Florida 33179

 

You can also check out Facebook page under Lacefield Family Reunion

 

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