Here is the latest in our plans for the Nicola Reunion. We appreciate everyone's enthusiasm and anticipation. As we each do our part, by planning to help or planning to attend, we can be assured of a fabulous time together. Can't wait to see you all there. Here is the most current information as of 2/12/09:
- Location. Rio Lindo Academy has offered the facilities for our use from June 25-28 free of charge. A $1000 cleaning deposit will be needed by the first of June. We could use a volunteer to part with $1000 for a month.
- Accommodations. We will have access to the dorm rooms in the Girl's dorm. There are only a handful of prepared guest rooms with a private bath. Let's reserve those for the ones who need them the most. The Girl's dorm has recently been upgraded with refurbished bathrooms and new carpet. There are even new beds. Plan to bring your own bedding. RV spaces with hook ups are available OR RV's may park around the Girl's dorm if you are self contained. We will be posting a registration form in a few weeks. Thank you for your patience in this matter
- Family Directory. Peggy is kindly putting together a family directory, so we can all stay in better contact with each other after our special reunion. Please watch for deadlines and information that she will need from you.
- Trivia and Talent Show. We are planning a Nicola Trivia Game Show and Talent Show for Sat. night. Denny Nicola will be the emcee. Talent scouts are Norene Nicola and Judy Rich (when she confirms her position) If you know of anyone who has an entertaining talent, or a family group that wants to put together an act, please contact these two ladies with your information. (e-mail addresses still coming)
- Sports. Danny Nicola is heading up the athletic events for all who want to be involved in a little bit of basketball, volleyball, softball, and swimming. We must have a licenced life guard. So if any of you have that training and are current, please feel free to volunteer. Thanks
- Nicola Heritage Photo Albums. We are planning to utilize the computer age to assist those who are interested in creating a personalized Nicola Heritage photo album. Watch for more details about this great use of digital technology at the family reunion.
- Friday Options. Like last time, we are arranging for several family experience options on Friday. Some of them include: canoeing, a visit to Healdsburg art galleries, scrapbooking, MaryKay party, digital photo lab, sports, short tube/float down the river, and just hanging out and visiting.
- Games and Prizes. It is really important that the younger generations of Nicola Cousins get to know each other and create deep bonds. So, we are planning a variety of games with significant prizes for those who can explain their relationship to one another. If you have ideas for prizes or have something you want to donate for a prize, please let Karen know. We are also looking for interesting and trivia information about each of you so we can all enjoy the get-to-know-each-other-games even more!
- wii This great electronic game has many of us enjoying hours of great fun. It looks like we will even have a wii championship. So come ready for more fun!
- Sabbath & Missions. There has been some interest in the possibility of planning a Nicola Mission Trip. So plan to participate in some great brainstorming and information on Sabbath. Maranatha has been contacted as well as a personal friend of Denny's who has special projects going on in Ethiopia, where the Nicola name is still spoken of with respect.
- Pass this on. It is really important that you pass this blog site on to all the members in your family, just to make sure everyone gets the information. If you know of someone who does not have internet access, please contact Karen immediately and we will send out snail mail info to that person/s.
- Stay Tuned. We will be posting more of the details for the weekend as we get confirmations regarding meals, family picnic, scheduling, etc.
