I need a head count!

Hi family!

So, I haven't heard back from many of you on whether you will make it to the reunion or not. I would love to have a head count. Here the families that confirmed they will attend as of June 30th, 2008:

((Let me know if any of this information is incorrect!))

Kite's Family

1. June and family. Local- Able to attend.
2. Andy and family. Local- Able to attend.
3. Antonio and family. Local- Able to attend.
4. Leslie and family. Local- Able to attend.
5. Helen. Local- Able to attend.
6. Millie. Local- Able to attend.
7. Charlie. Heaven- Will attend in spirit! We miss you cousin!

Amelia's Family

1. Mahana and family - Local. Able to attend.
2. Margaret and family. -Germany. Able to attend.
3. Martin and family - Local. Able to attend.
4. Mark Jr. and family - Local. Able to attend.

Siaosi's Family

1. Rick and family. - Arizona. Able to attend.
2. Elaine and family. - Arizona. Able to attend.
3. Kathy and family. - New Zealand for Moleni musical tour. Unable to attend.
4. Sela and family - California. Unable to attend.
5. Dorothy and family - California. Unable to attend.
6. Sisilia and family - California. Unable to attend
7. Alex and family - California. Unable to attend.

Makeke's Family

1. Ken and family. Indiana- Unable to attend.
2. Ron and family. Indiana- Unable to attend.
3. Ben. Arizona- Unable to attend.
4. Joe. Arizona - Unable to attend.
5. Abby and family. Tonga- Unable to attend.

Fifita's Family

1. Tohu and family. Local - Unable to attend.
2. Pete and family. Local- Unable to attend.
3. Leilani and family. Local- Able to attend.
4. Sisi. Florida- Unable to attend.
5. Peta and family. California - Unable to attend.
6. Vito. Hawaii- Unable to attend.

Salesi's Family

1. Petueli and family. Tonga - Unable to attend.
2. Tukuange and family. Tonga - Unable to attend.
3. Sione and family. Local- Able to attend.
4. Hanseni and family. Local- Unable to attend.
5. Sela and family. Local - Able to attend.
6. Linda and family. Local - Able to attend.

Mele's Family

1. Joe and family. Local- Unable to attend.
2. Malisa and family. Local- Unable to attend. In Seattle for Lavania side reunion.

Tulia's Family

1. Lisa and family. Texas - Unable to attend.
2. Ross and family. ? - Unable to attend.
3. Dena and family. Arizona - Unable to attend.
4. Chris and family. Texas - Unable to attend.
5. Tino. Texas - Unable to attend.
6. Hansen. Heaven- Will attend in spirit! We miss you cousin!

Laifone's Family

1. No one able to attend. In Seattle for Lavania side reunion.

Peta

1. Unable to attend. In Seattle for Lavania side reunion.

Ana

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(Extended family from Grandpa Sione's side)

1. Sela Liavaa' and family. Local- Able to attend.
2. Melipa and family. Local- Maybe able to attend.

FAMILY REUNION AROUND THE CORNER!!!!

Here is the latest info from the flyers given out June 13th.

July 3rd-July 5th, 2008

This will be our very first family reunion planned and run by the 2nd generation.

Let’s make it fun, stress-free and simple for everyone’s budget! You like that, eh!

NOTE: As long as everyone participates, and helps with
the assignments, there will be plenty of fun for everyone!

Theme:
“Restoring Faith in The Family”
refer to April 2008, LDS Conference talk given
by Elder Kenneth Johnson of the Seventy.

Summary of Events

Day 1- Thursday, July 3rd, 2008

8:00am - 11:00am

Breakfast, Introductions and Opening Ceremony at Centennial Park at the far West Pavilion. We have it reserved so come on down! Address is 5415 W. 3100 S., WVC, UT 84120. A simple breakfast will be provided by the Reunion Committee.

11:30am - 4:00pm

As the day progresses, we will then have Potluck BBQ Lunch & play games. There are outdoor restrooms, tennis, basketball, playground and outdoor pool. Cost to swim outdoors is: Ages 3 and under = $1.50 (must show proof of 2 diapers. Disposable and Swimmer.) Ages 4-17 =$3.00 / Ages 18+ =$4.00 / Senior Citizens = $3.00

6:00pm - 10:00pm

To close out the evening, we will have a dance at a local stake center/ward building. Address is 4440 W. 3325 S, WVC, UT 84120. Please wear Sunday Best or Aloha as it is The Lord's house. Thank you. Any financial donations would be appreciated! If each family donates $20 we will have enough to pay for the awesome DJ - Apisai Tatafu.

IMPORTANT: Day 1 FOOD Assignments

Okay, so, everyday there will be family assignments. As there is not a family reunion fund, we all need to pitch in ... just a bit!

For day one, EVERY family needs to bring watermelon or some kind of fruit, Munchies (like chips) AND 10 lbs of any kind of meat (chicken, hamburger, hot dogs, beef- Please marinate your raw meat beforehand) for grilling.

What counts most is that you come!!!! Just bring what you can, that's all that counts...if you can't bring anything, still come!

The reunion committee will provide: rice, drinks, salad, condiments, utensils and plates.

Anything extra would be appreciated.

Day 1 GAME Assignments:

The following people are in charge of doing games for the age groups listed. Please bring all your own equipment.

0-4 yr olds – Joe & Kelly Massey

5-11 yr olds – Soni & June Lutui and Mo & Linda Langi

12-Young Adults – Hanseni & Sela Tuita and Pete & Sana Tonga

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Day 2- Friday, July 4th, 2008

6:00am - Midnight!

We will celebrate the 4th of July at Sugarhouse Park. We will need to all meet there as early as possible and hang out all day until fireworks. There will be music and games to play. Let’s have a blast hanging out together!

IMPORTANT: Day 2 FOOD Assignments

Every family needs to bring their own food. Everyone bring coolers, chairs, mats, snacks and TONS of water or drinks. It will be a hot day. We plan to stake claim on a pavilion near the East side. Since reservations are not allowed on Holidays, it will be first come, first serve. So, let’s all make sure we are there early to fight off traffic and the crowds. There is a street fair, concert, parade and fireworks from morning to dusk. Come prepared for a long, long day.

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Day 3- Saturday, July 5th, 2008

4:00pm - 10:00pm

Pasta Potluck and closing fireside bonfire. We will have a contest for best dish. There will be judges and awards. Address is 4440 W. 3325 S, WVC, UT 84120 in the pavilion in the back.

IMPORTANT: Day 3 FOOD Assignments

Every family needs to bring their BEST pasta dish, example: spaghetti, lasagna, ravioli.

Bring enough pasta to feed at least 10 people. Each family needs to bring 1-2 loaves of French bread or bag of rolls. The Reunion Committee will provide drinks, utensils and plates.

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As you can see, this is a very simple reunion. We wanted to do this so that we can spend time enjoying one another’s company and stories, instead of stressing over money or heavy assignments. As the years go on, we will grow in our stregth and commitment to our annual reunion.

For now, that’s it folks! Ofa Lahi Atu!

2008 Family Reunion Committee members are:

Rick Tuita, President (623) 703-5626 Cell / rtuita@yahoo.com

Mahana Mafi, Vice-President (801) 755-1946 Cell / mlmafi@comcast.net

Elaine Angilau, Secretary (480) 406-0923 Cell / eangilau@yahoo.com

Call Mahana Mafi with Questions.

PASS ON THE WORD!

Check out www.tuita.com or www.vehikite.com

Family Reunion Coming Up!

July 3rd-July 5th, 2008

Flyers and handouts are being given out June 13th, 2008 at the Toki-Tonga Graduation Party.

More info to be posted.

For further questions, please call Mahana 801-755-1946 or email mlmafi@comcast.net