The Shearer/Lawson Family Reunion Committee is delighted to announce the details of our family reunion in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 27-30, 2024. The Atlanta Chapter is honored to plan and host our family reunion this year, and we have worked hard to put together a weekend of activities and entertainment that all will enjoy.
We have selected Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Perimeter-Dunwoody as our host hotel for the family reunion. Hampton Inn is located within walking distance to Perimeter Mall and restaurants, too many to name. And, we are just a short Marta ride away from Downtown Atlanta, where you can enjoy the Centennial Park District and nearby popular attractions such as The SkyView Ferris Wheel, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, the CNN Center, and The College Football Hall of Fame.
We have been provided special nightly group rates of $129/king and $139/double, plus taxes and fees. The hotel also has complimentary parking and a hot breakfast bar served daily. To receive these discounted group rates, reservations must be made by Tuesday, May 20, 2024. Reservations made after May 20th will be provided space available at the standard rates.
Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Perimeter-Dunwoody
4565 Ashford Dunwoody Road
Atlanta, GA 30346
Reservation line: (800) 426-7866 or (770) 350-9995, option 2
If reservations are made by phone, please use the family's group code, Shearer Lawson Family Reunion. Reservations can also be made online: https://group.hamptoninn.com/t8u52u.
Important Note: Incidentals: There will be a $100 hold on each guestroom. This is standard for most hotels and can cover incidental room charges, such as room service, movie rentals, etc. This hold (minus any incidental charges) will be released at checkout. The funds will be available immediately if a major credit card is used. If a bank debit card is used, the funds will be available within 7-10 business days, depending on your financial institution.
As we have done in years past, for family arriving on Thursday, June 27th, please join us for a Meet and Greet in the Sterling Room from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at the Hampton Inn. For family coming on Friday, June 28th, you can pick up your registration packets in the Sterling Room from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. There will also be a selfie booth, so come by and get some fun individual or group pictures.
Join us at the banquet on the evening of Friday, June 28th, at Paschal's Restaurant, which is located in the heart of the historic Castleberry Hill neighborhood. Since 1947, Paschal's has been known for its exceptional Southern cuisine, upscale atmosphere, and retro style, and over the years, it became known as the "meeting place" for some of the most notable entertainers, politicians, and businesspersons, including Aretha Franklin, Andrew Young, and Maynard Jackson, the first black mayor of Atlanta, Georgia and any major city in the South. It will be an unforgettable night.
The family cookout is always fun-filled when the Shearer-Lawson clan gets together. This year, it will be held at Stone Mountain Park's lakefront Gristmill Pavillion on Saturday, June 29th, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. There will be activities, good food, and good company. After the cookout, families can remain for the nightly laser light show. They can also enjoy park attractions for an additional fee (see attraction listing with fees below):
We will wrap up a weekend of family love and festivities by worshipping together on Sunday, June 30th, at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Jamal Bryant.
Registration is required for the family reunion. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate non-registered family members. This includes the banquet and family cookout. However, we understand the financial impact of vacations on families and are happy to accept payment installments on the banquet and cookout fees. The balance must be paid in full by June 1st. For your convenience, payments can be made via check/money order, credit card, or CashApp. The family reunion CashApp is $ShearerLawsonBHM. Credit card and CashApp payments will be accepted beginning Monday, January 22nd. Registrations can be completed online by clicking here: www.classcreator.com/Birmingham-AL-Wenonah-1915/ep_event.cfm?EventID=16781.
We look forward to seeing you in Hotlanta. As always, please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions. Phylisa can be reached at phylisaedwards@yahoo.com.