2015 Saffore-Scyffore Family Reunion Vacation Friday, June 26th – Monday, June 29th Kansas City, Missouri Proudly hosted by Anthony and Enid Crawford, Demetrius Harris and Janay Stevens Theme: “Family Is Everything” Foundation Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, "Walk in Unity" 37th Annual Family Reunion Gathering of Generations
Welcome Family and Friends, We are excited that God has extended us yet another opportunity to join together in Love, Harmony and Peace. Included in this booklet is the family reunion vacation itinerary, which outlines the general flow of activities for the reunion vacation. Please review carefully and let us know if you should require additional information. There will also be daily announcements and special instructions for activities throughout the reunion vacation. As we meet and gather in Love and Unity, let us consider one another in humility and kindness. The fellowship we share each year strengthens our family bond and connection; it should be treasured and never taken for granted. We have family members that have served honorably, faithfully and dutifully during active war; fighting for the protection of our nation, let us consider them. We have ill family members that need our prayers and our presence, let us consider them. We have children, grandchildren and great grandchildren to Lead, Guide, Mentor, Support, Counsel, Educate and Prepare for the life that’s ahead of them, let us consider them. The family reunion vacation is about the entire family, and not just a select few, or just you. Take the time to become more acquainted with family members that you may not be as familiar with, extend your hand and heart in the spirit of love, fellowship and family. We would like to extend special Thanks to the Firm Foundation Men’s Alliance, led by Troy Lewis Sr., Chapter Pledges and Platinum Sponsors for their consistency and generosity. Without the contributions from these groups and individuals, many of the activities would not be possible. “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7
General Family Reunion Vacation Information Family Group Pictures. There will be many photographs taken throughout the reunion, but there will be five official group/panoramic photographs taken. The information is listed below. Saturday at Negro Baseball and The American Jazz Museums Sunday at Christ Temple North (after reunion worship service) Monday at Worlds and Oceans of Fun, Family Fun Day Photography is entrusted to JeanMark Studios and each group picture will be placed on the family reunion website and submitted the Reunions Magazine, for publication opportunities www.reunionsmagazine.com. Our reunions have been featured several times in the magazine.
Family Initiatives. We Build Legacy. We Build Legacy is a functioning entity that has been established to assist families in building legacy through family reunion planning. We build legacy is an extension of our family’s core mission, which is to keep families together and connected. We Build Legacy launched the beginning of 2015, conducting bi-monthly Virtual Family Reunion Planning Workshops. The response has been amazingly huge. There is power in bringing people, voices, ideas and families together. As of the month of May, more than 150 families have participated in our workshops, and growth in on the horizon. The work at We Build Legacy, is a direct continuation of the work Willie C. Smith, Emeritus began many years ago. “Family is GOD’s creation”, and after more than 35 years of family reunions, we are in a position to lend our experience and expertise to families all across the country. The services are completely free for families, but the group is actively seeking corporate sponsors. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Niko Cook, webuildlegacy@gmail.com, building legacy is what we do. Othella Beatrice Everett-Scyffore Scholarship and Education Activities Fund. As a family, we are dedicated to supporting our family members succeed in their commitment to education. Join us in supporting this effort by making an annual pledge of $20.00 or more per household. Your annual pledge will fund the family’s scholarship and education activities. Graduating high school seniors can request additional information and a scholarship application by e-mailing info@safforescyfforefamilyreunion.com. “College Care”. We want to show our love, encouragement and support by presenting our new college students with a care package. We would like to receive toothpaste, tooth brushes, towel sets, school supplies, health and beauty aid products, snacks, laundry coins {money}, postage and any other items that you believe our college students would enjoy.
“Service-Giving" Project. We’re requesting each family member 18 years or older, bring one non-perishable food item for the gift baskets. The gift baskets will be donated to a less fortunate family {The family selected, will be external to our family}. We will need the items at the start of the reunion, so please be prepared to bring them to the Friday evening event. Family Reunion Safety and Security. It’s our endeavor to ensure that each and every family reunion attendee is safe and secure during all family reunion activities. We have a family reunion logistics team, that’s responsible for ensuring our safety and security as we travel from location to location throughout the city. They will provide daily instructions and recommendations on how we will move about the city based on the schedule. Let’s render them our full and complete cooperation. Timeliness. We are really excited about having an amazing fellowship and reunion with family. This is absolutely treasured time. We want everyone to relax and enjoy. However, it’s critical that we are timely. We plan to follow the schedule very closely. Please be prepared and ready each day to join in the family activities at or before the designated times. We say this in love, but in all seriousness as well. We will not accommodate lateness. Minor Children. Each and every child in our family group, under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult at all times. Niko Cook, Family Reunion Chairperson Theodis Tidwell, Acting Co-Chairperson Demetra Tyler, Treasurer Barbara “Scyffore” Singleton, Financial Oversight Debra “Scyffore” Tyler, Past Chairperson Willie C. Smith, Emeritus Othella Beatrice Everett-Scyffore, Reunion Founder, Established 1978 E-Mail Address: info@safforescyfforefamilyreunion.com Web Site: www.safforescyfforefamilyreunion.com @SafforeScyfforeFamilyReunion (Instagram) @SafforeScyffore (Twitter) www.facebook.com/saffore.familyreunion (Facebook) www.pinterest.com/safforescyffore (Pinterest)
Family Reunion Vacation Itinerary Booklet (Details subject to change)
Friday, June 26, 2015 Prayer and Travel Day Welcome to the Kansas City, “The City of Fountains” 3:00 p.m. Hotel Check-In Comfort Inn Airport 111000 NW Ambassador Drive Kansas City, Missouri 64153 (816) 569-2500 www.comfortinn.com Enjoy a wealth of amenities in a convenient location when choosing the Comfort Inn. Free Wireless High Speed Internet Access, Hair Dryer, In-Room Coffee Maker, In-Room Desk, Individual A/C & Heat, Iron & Ironing Board, Non-Smoking Rooms Available, Pillow Top Mattress, Voice Mail, Wake-Up Service, High Definition TV, AM/FM Clock Radio, Fitness Center, Free Airport Transportation, Free Newspaper Mon-Fri, Guest Use Copy Machine, Guest Use Fax Machine, Indoor Heated Pool, Indoor Whirlpool/Hot Tub, Interior Corridors, 100% Smoke Free Hotel, Speaker Phone and Free Hot Breakfast.
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Family Reunion Kick-Off/VIP Sports Theme Event PowerPlay Family Entertainment Center 509 NW Barry Road Kansas City, Missouri 64155 The 37th Annual Family Reunion will kick-off in style Friday evening at PowerPlay, with a VIP Sport’s Themed event. Enjoy the food, fellowship, fun and rep (wear) your favorite professional sports team jersey. It’s an amazing combination of food and play. The buffet includes fresh salad and toppings, hot soup, variety of pizzas, breadsticks, pasta, fried chicken, variety of desserts, soft serve ice cream, and soft drinks. While you are in the Incredible Buffet area, eat and drink as much as you want. When you leave the buffet area, and enter the play center, you will not be allowed to re-enter the buffet area again. More than 50,000 square feet of FUN! Laser Tag, Laser Maze, Bumper Cars, HWY 66 Bowling, Roller Coaster, Kid Zone, Kiddie Farris Wheel and Carousel. If you are interested in traditional carnival food you can visit the concession trailer. Menu options include funnel cakes, pizza by the slice, hand-dipped corn dogs, nachos, pretzels, fried Oreos, shaved ice, fresh squeezed lemonade, and smoothies. Food items at the
concession trailer do require an additional fee, and are not included in our “Eat and Play� package.
*Please remember to bring a non-perishable item and an item(s) for the care packages for the high school graduates that will be leaving for college soon.
Family Trivia #1: How many legacy family members do we have in the Saffore-Scyffore Family? Family Trivia #2: Where was the first family reunion held? Family Trivia #3: What year was the big, long awaited reunion of the Saffores, Youngs and Scyffores, after decades of separation? Family Trivia #4: How many family chapters, in the Saffore-Scyffore family? And list them. Family Trivia #5: What is the maiden name of the family reunion founder? Family Trivia #6: How many family members have served, and are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces?
Saturday, June 27, 2015 Family Reunion Vacation Excursion Day (Please wear your family reunion excursion t-shirt, and very comfortable shoes)
9:20 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (We will meet at the main hotel (Comfort Inn) at 9:20 a.m. SHARP, and depart at 9:30 a.m.)
Negro League Baseball Museum 1616 East 18th Street Kansas City, Missouri 64108 www.nlbm.com
The American Jazz Museum 1616 East 18th Street Kansas City, Missouri 64108 www.americanjazzmuseum.com
The American Jazz Museum showcases the sights and sounds of jazz through interactive exhibits and films, the Changing Gallery exhibit space, Horace M. Peterson III Visitors Center, Blue Room jazz club and Gem Theater. Since its inception in 1997, the Museum hosts thousands of students, scholars, musicians and fans of the arts for over 200 performances, education programs, special exhibitions, community events and more each year, providing an opportunity to learn about the legends, honor their legacy or simply enjoy the sounds of modern day jazz. The per person admission rate will cover both museums. Adult (18 years of age and older) $9.00, Senior Citizens age 65 and older, $8.00 and Children 11 and under $4.00 (Cash Only).
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. PeachTree Restaurants of Kansas City (Saturday Mid-Day Meal) 6800 Eastwood Trafficway Kansas City, Missouri 64129 www.peachtreeresturants.com
The Peachtree mission is to please every guest, leaving them with a one of a kind dining experience. No doubt when you visit the unique award winning Peachtree Restaurant, "You will feel at home!". The food, ambiance and great customer service is legendary at PeachTree. Saturday Menu: Southern Fried Chicken / Tender Baked Chicken / Lemon Baked Catfish / Fried Catfish / BBQ Rib Tips / Macaroni & Cheese / Candied Yams / Fresh Greens / Green Beans / Sweet Corn / Okra & Tomatoes / Spaghetti with Meat Sauce / Yeast Rolls / Sweet Potato Muffins / Buttermilk Cornbread / Fresh Garden Salad Bar Desserts: Peach Cobbler / Sweet Potato Pie / Assorted Cakes Buffet and beverage per person price, not including applicable taxes Adult $12.95, Senior Citizens (65 and older) $11.95, Children age 2-3 $4.00, 4-6 $4.99, 7-9 $6.99 and 10-12 $9.95. 3:30 p.m. – Until On Your Own Time. Enjoy the city Family Trivia #7: How many children did Elijah and Effie Saffore have? Family Trivia #8: What family member changed their last name from “Saffore” to “Scyffore”, and why? Family Trivia #9: In which city, did Elijah and Effie raise their family?
Sunday, June 28, 2015 Family Reunion Worship 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (We will meet at the main hotel (Comfort Inn) at 10:00 a.m. SHARP, and depart at 10:15 a.m.)
Family Reunion Worship Service Christ Temple North Church, Reunion Host Church Church Home of Anthony and Enid Crawford Pastor Johnnie and First Lady Gwen Fields, Overseers 5703 North Flora Gladstone, Missouri 64118
As you enter, or upon your exit the church, you can share an offering or love gift with Christ Temple North Church. The church does not make an offering appeal during church service. Pastor Fields is a strong leader, and he believes in the Men of God of Christ Temple North Church covering, and securing the premises. Please don’t be alarmed, when you see the large security presence, it’s for everyone’s protection.
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. PeachTree Restaurant of Kansas City (Sunday Mid-Day Meal) 6800 Eastwood Trafficway Kansas City, Missouri 64129 www.peachtreeresturants.com Sunday Menu: Waffle Station: Homemade buttermilk waffles with your choice of toppings. (Blueberry, Chocolate Chip, Strawberries or Butter Pecan) Only available 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Beef Brisket / Southern Fried Chicken / Tender Baked Chicken / Baked Turkey / Cranberry Sauce / Green Beans / Carrots / Cornbread Dressing / Steamed Cabbage / Macaroni & Cheese / Blacked Eyed Peas / Collard Greens / Candied Yams / Mashed Potatoes / Yeast Rolls / Buttermilk Cornbread / Sweet Potato Muffin / Fresh Garden Salad Bar Desserts: Bread Pudding / Banana Pudding / Assorted Cakes / Peach Cobbler Buffet and beverage per person price, not including applicable taxes Adult $13.95, Senior Citizens (65 and older) $12.95, Children age 2-3 $4.00, 4-6 $4.99, 7-9 $6.99 and 10-12 $9.95. **The PeachTree family has been gracious to accommodate us for both Saturday and Sunday. As we travel across the country, we routinely encounter major issues with restaurateurs agreeing to accommodate our group size, during weekend peak times.
We chose PeachTree twice, because of their hospitality and graciousness, but also because it changes its menu every day.
4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Kansas City Chiefs Arrowhead Stadium Tour 1 Arrowhead Drive Kansas City, Missouri 64129 www.kcchiefs.com Demetrius has been gracious enough to invite us to the Kansas City Chiefs Arrowhead Stadium for a tour. The stadium will be not have an active game, during the time of the tour. We will get an opportunity to tour the facility, and learn more about the famous CHIEFS. GO CHIEFS! We will park in parking LOT M, it’s located between Arrowhead and Kauffman stadiums. The tour team will meet and greet us right outside of Founder’s Plaza.
Family Trivia #10: Who initially launched the search to locate and reunite the family? Family Trivia #11: How many children did Gracie “Saffore” Young have? Family Trivia #12: During our last family reunion in Dallas, Texas, one of our legacy members was enjoying a very nice roller coaster ride at Six Flags, but dropped something very, very important. What was dropped, but later recovered? Family Trivia #13: Two of our legacy members were in route to Detroit, Michigan for the 2012 Family Reunion. It was communicated to them that there was trouble with the train headed into Detroit. What was the issue with the train? Family Trivia #14: There are two automobile manufacturers that are popular to the family, name them both. Final Family Trivia #15: When was the first family reunion in Little, Rock Arkansas?
Monday, June 29, 2015 Family Fun Day
(Please wear your family reunion fun day t-shirt, and very comfortable shoes)
9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (We will meet at the main hotel (Comfort Inn) at 9:30 a.m. SHARP, and depart at 9:45 a.m.)
Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun Amusement Park 4545 Worlds of Fun Avenue ansas City, Missouri 64161 Admission. $5.00 (Cash Only) is the per person fee, which includes Admission to both parks, Unlimited Drink Wrist Band and Lunch. Legacy Members. There is no fee for Legacy Members. We have reserved two lovely VIP Coconut Cabanas for your enjoyment. You will receive complimentary fresh fruit and bottled water. The VIP Coconut Cabanas are located in Oceans of Fun, on the front patio overlooking Coconut Cove. Each VIP Coconut Cabana includes, lounge chairs, bar table with chairs, chaise lounge chairs, ceiling fans, flat panel LED TV featuring HD satellite services, WiFi access, private shade curtain and free tube rental. The VIP Coconut Cabana area is reserved for Legacy Members Only. Mid-Day Meal (Lunch). We are going to have a delicious mid-day meal. Our meal location is the Tivoli Terrace West Pavilion. There will be several signs throughout the park that will identify our family, as special guests. The signs will also provide the meal location, just in case you forget. The meal time is exactly for one hour only. Please arrive at the designated area on or before 12:15 p.m. Minor Children. Each and every child in our family group, under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult, in the park. We want to need to keep a very close eye on our children. The park is a very large open space. Please bring a towel(s) for Oceans of Fun (PLEASE do not take towels from the hotel), Sunscreen, Small hand bag, instead of a large one and Sunglasses. Please keep your Worlds and Oceans of Fun map on hand. Food or drink into Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun. Guests may bring one unopened bottle of water into the park. However, for everyone's safety, guests are not permitted to bring coolers (please family, no coolers), food, or other drinks into either park. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Guidelines on dress and behavior at Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun. In keeping with the family image of Worlds of Fun and Oceans of Fun, each guest is required to wear appropriate clothing. Profanity, illegal substances, and suggestive or offensive clothing are prohibited.
Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times and swimwear sufficiently covered while at Worlds of Fun. For the safety of our guests, costumes are not permitted and will be refused admission. Bathing suits and bikinis are appropriate dress only at Oceans of Fun. Clothing with zippers, rivets, buckles, etc. is not appropriate swimwear at Oceans of Fun. Diaper dependent individuals are required to wear a waterproof diaper cover at Oceans of Fun. Towels are not provided, although may be purchased at Oceans of Fun. Weapons are never permitted on Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun property. Use of cameras and/or cell phones is not permitted inside the park restrooms and bathhouses. Some rides may require the removal of eyeglasses and t-shirts at Oceans of Fun. To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to enjoy a ride as quickly as possible, line jumping is not allowed at Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun. Line jumping, regardless of the reason, this action may lead to ejection. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. Line jumping is defined as; cutting in front of others who are already in line; saving a place for someone; or leaving a line, then attempting to re-enter at the same point. Since this includes using restrooms or purchasing food or drink, we suggest you make all stops before you enter the line.
The end of Family Fun Day, signifies the closing on the 2015 Family Reunion Vacation. Safe travels back home, or your next destination. We look forward to seeing you at the 2016 Family Reunion next summer. General Registration is $40.00 per person, age 18 and older. Reunion T-Shirts will be $9.00 (Youth –XL), $12.00 (2XL and larger).
2016 Saffore-Scyffore Family Reunion Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Friday, June 24th – Monday, June 27th, 2016