A Memorable Weekend

Dear Family,

Thank you to all Gonzalez family members who were able to attend this weekend's events! Countless connections and memories were made and we are honored to be a part of planning this memorable event.

We will soon post all materials and information distributed Saturday night (family contact information spreadsheet, historical photograph slide show, Professor Danel's presentation, and anything else we can make available electronically). Check back soon to see all updated information.

Also, if you are a member of Facebook, stay connected to the family via a group that was created by Caroline Gonzalez-Atwood (thanks Caroline!). Photos, memories, etc will be shared here as well. Click here for the Gonzalez Reunion Facebook Page.

Thanks again to all who made this weekend such a success. We look forward to the next 100 years! More to come...

With Love,
The GFR Planning Committee

Family Photo Scheduled - Dont miss it!

The mass at San Fernando Cathedral on Saturday night is always quite crowded and now we are adding another 115 people all from our family. For this reason, it is best to attend the Rosary @ 4:45 (see Saturday schedule).

After mass concludes, we assume it will take about 15 - 20 minutes for the Church to clear enough for us to take the family photo. If for some reason you can not attend the Rosary and mass please make sure to be at the Church no later than 6:15pm. The mass actually should end about 6:30PM. The portrait will only be one large family portrait not one of individual families.

Thank you,
The GFR Planning Committee

The More The Better!

The number of attendees for this weekend's celebration has increased to above 100! Therefore,
we have switched Saturday's dinner to a different room at the Sheraton Gunter Hotel.

We will now be dining in the Bluebonnet Magnolia Room and you can visit the following website to see pictures of it:
www.guntersaweddings.com

The new room has a terrace that looks onto Houston Street and we will have considerably more space to mingle (and even dance!). Tables will now seat 8 (as opposed to 10 in the original room).

We hope everyone will be much more comfortable and we are looking forward to a busy, but elegant evening. See you soon!

Warm Regards,
The GFR Planning Committee

What are you wearing to the reunion this weekend?

Many have asked about the appropriate attire for Saturday evening...

Cocktail attire is very appropriate, but remember we start off in Church so ladies please bring a coat or sweater if your dress is strapless and shoulder bearing (or "revealing" in any other way).

Men, a suit or sports coat and tie are appropriate.

Thanks,
GFR Planning Committee

One week and counting....an update on RSVPs and Saturday schedule

Dear Family,

We are excited to report that we have confirmed over 115 adult and 17 child attendees for Saturday night! The original room we booked was not large enough to hold us so the hotel has graciously allowed us to upgrade to a larger room - we are looking forward to a wonderful celebration with everyone.

Just a reminder of the Saturday schedule: We start with a 4:45 pm Rosary at San Fernando (in honor of Mama Veva). Mass starts at 5:30. It will be packed. If you get there close to 5:30, plan on sitting with strangers or standing. We are taking a family photo immediately after Mass. Then to the Gunter Hotel for dinner. Several of us are staying at the hotel (Gonzalez Family rate may still be available).

Have a nice weekend!

Gonzalez Family Reunion Questionnaire

Dear Family, Below is a questionnaire for family members. Please share your treasured memories - they will be compiled in a book to follow....Thank you!

[From Bertha Denzer]:

Greetings to Gonzalez Family

If you could take the time to answer the following questions it would be appreciated. I hope to gather the information and organize it into a memory/blurb book. When completed, the book will be available for you to order a copy.

The answer(s) submitted should reference one or all of the following Gonzalez relatives: Abuelito, Mama Veva, Tio Leonides, Tio Carlos, Tia Luz, HBG, Dr. Joaquin and Melchor.

1. Which words of wisdom do you recall that made a profound difference in your
life? If you have several, submit them all.

2. What idiosyncrasy do you recall? Oh, boy it will be fun to read the answers!

3. A most meaningful occasion(s) in which you shared.

4. Name a favorite meal shared

5. A favorite recipe. Submit several. Let’s not forget to pass our favorites to the
next generation.

6. One or more humorous experiences (keep it clean: )

7. A song that you associate with or recalls a memory

8. An instrument

9. A favorite Holiday Celebration; give details

10. Favorite dress worn (send pic , drawing or describe)

11. Favorite suit worn (send pic, drawing or describe)

12. What attribute(s) best describes each of the above

13. A favorite photo(s)

14. Book (s) which was recommended or expected to read


When this project/book is completed we will have fun reading, sharing and remembering our Gonzalez heritage with generations to come.

Let me know if you have any questions: bertha.denzer@gmail.com

Friday Schedule Update

Hello family! If you have not already confirmed your attendance at one or both of Friday's events, please RSVP to Rebecca Gonzalez at rgonzalezmusic@yahoo.com. We need a headcount ASAP. The owner of Lisa's restaurant has been very generous and she is allowing individual checks so please plan accordingly.

Below is the updated Friday schedule:

5:30- Private tour arranged at the Alameda museum, where an exhibition of the 100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution will be viewed. 101 S. Santa Rosa Ave. (map below)

7:30 - Get together at Lisa's restaurant. 815 Bandera Rd. (corner of Bandera and Culebra.)


Alameda Museum

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Lisa's Restaurant

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