WootenWatkins Thanksgiving history

The "Boston" Thanksgiving  group needs more  people  to help with  making  this  possible

2024.     Arlington      Danita

2023.     Hudson.       Nadine

2022.     Andover.       Niece

2021.     Braintree.      Kip

2020.     Arlington.      Chris. - cancelled Covid

2019      Hyde Park.    Randy

2018.     Providence.     Gary

2017.     Marlboro.        Dawn

2016.     ??????                        where and who

2015.      Malden.        Danita

2014.     Hyde Park.      Randy

2013     Marlboro.        Wendell- Dawn

2012     Providence.     Gary

2011.  ?????                            where and who

2010     Hyde Park.      Randy

2009. ????                                where and who

2008.      Andover.         Niece

2007.      Andover.         Niece. - moses cooked 14 turkeys

some of the ??? of nadine in hudson

rent an airbb for one thanksgiving 

(everyone pitch in for price)

please email wootenwatkins@gmail.com

     if you would like to host the thanksgiving in the near future

2024 Wooten Boston Thanksgiving

11/29/2024  day after  Thanksgiving

We were all at Danita's house in Arlington MA.

It  was  a  very  good  time.  LOTS  and  lots  of  food  and pies (any kind of pie you could  think of)

many meats..  there  were not  too many  duplicates.   a  couple  mac  and   cheese  but otherwise

the  were original  food  and  some  catered  food.  Danita  made  many  great  dishes.

so I hope   we  will see you at the  next  WootenWatkins  Thanksgiving.  11/27/2025

(location is  to be  determined.. please  see past  history   thanksgiving locations - very interesting)

thanks so much for the  family member  to carry this on  over  60 years in the making

  Danita  Brooks  sent  out  the  following  massage, I quote 

"Announcement ON Thanksgiving day November 28,2024 @ 2:00 PM

Family & Friends Thanksgiving will be @ (ask  for  address  please

please share to the  rest of the  family since  everyone is NOT on this  group."

WE  need  the  following food  this  year (without  duplicates)

Bread : rolls

Vegetables: 4

Sweet potatoes

Gravy

Cranberries: 2

Greens

Other Meat (host  will make  turkey)

Deserts -5

Chips 

Appetizer - 4

Tonic, juice, Water, Cocktails, Beer, etc

1  pasta  dish  (last  years  we  had  5  pasta  dishes)

please    inform  list  here   so we  all know.

excited to see ya  there

2024 Wooten Watkins reunion went very well: Now moving on 2026 Wooten Watkins Reunion

 There  are  many  pictures  of the  2024  reunion   getting passed  around.  if you can  attached  them to a  comment  here  so everyone  can see them .. would  be  great.

Many pictures are on the   wooten watkins  chat  and    many are  just on email.

please  share  them here  so we  can  keep and  cherish them

Thank you    Poindexter  family  for putting  together a  great   reunion  in  Florida.

Now  THEY are  preparing  for  the  2026  reunion in  the  DMV = DC - Maryland-Virginia  area.

if you have  any  comments  questions or  suggestions please  add a  comment  here.

2024 Wooten Watkins Reunion

Dear Family, I hope this message finds you well. As we get closer to our much-anticipated Wooten-Watkins Family Reunion, I wanted to send a friendly reminder about a few important details. Our reunion will be held from Friday, August 2, to Sunday, August 5, 2024, at the Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key. To take advantage of the special group rate of $209 per night, please make sure to book your rooms by Friday, July 5, 2024. You can easily book your stay using the following link: https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1712678564756&key=GRP In addition to booking your hotel rooms, we also need to get a head count to collect registration fees. This will help us finalize the arrangements and ensure we have everything prepared for a fantastic weekend. If you haven't done so already, please let us know if you plan to attend. If you have any questions or need assistance with the booking process, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to help and ensure everyone has a smooth and enjoyable experience. Thank you for your attention to this important matter. We can't wait to see you all and make this reunion a memorable success! Warm regards, Kevin Poindexter

EXCITING NEWS: Wooten & Watkins Family Reunion Hotel Booking Link .... NOW LIVE

 Dear Family,

Exciting news! The hotel group booking link for our much-awaited Wooten-Watkins Reunion is now live. We apologize for any delays or hiccups but rest assured, the reunion is NOT cancelled. We are eagerly looking forward to seeing all of you who can join us this summer for a fantastic weekend filled with family bonding.

This tradition of bringing together generations, from the wise elders to the youngest members, is something truly special. It's a time to reminisce, create new memories, and strengthen our family ties. The reunion will take place from Friday, August 2, to Sunday, August 5, 2024. The last day to book your stay at the special group rate of $209 per night at the Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key is Friday, July 5, 2024.

To book your room and secure your spot for this unforgettable event, 

please use the following link:

 https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1712678564756&key=GRP
Book your group rate for Wooten & Watkins Family Reunion 

If you have any questions or need assistance with the booking process, don't hesitate to reach out. We can't wait to see you all and make this reunion a memorable success!

IF ANY FAMILY DID NOT RECEIVE THIS MESSAGE PLEASE FORWARD THE EMAIL

Warm regards,

Kevin Poindexter

As for airports and airlines that fly to Clearwater, Florida, here are some options:

Tampa International Airport (TPA) - Located about 20 miles from Clearwater, TPA is a major airport with flights from various domestic and international airlines.

Airlines: Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, and more.

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) - Closer to Clearwater, PIE offers domestic flights and is convenient for travelers heading to the Clearwater area.

Airlines: Allegiant Air, Sun Country Airlines, Elite Airways, and more.
Both airports provide options for travelers flying to Clearwater, and the choice may depend on flight availability, airlines, and personal preferences.

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                                     2024  family reunion      ST  Petersburg  FLA 

2024 Watkins-Wooten Reunion St Petersburg FL -WANT TO BE ON COMMITTEE

 hello  to all Watkins and  Wootens

date:  Aug  2-4   2024

St Petersburg Florida

IF YOU ARE  INTERESTED IN 

FORMING, PARTICIPATING, ETC 

ON THE   2024  COMMITTEE. 

 send  email to   wootenwatkins@gmail.com  ASAP

Click here to fill out the Family Reunion RSVP Form (Family Reunion Registration Link - CLICK HERE)

What We Need to Know:

• Names of all family members attending with you. So please fill each form out individually to collect proper stats.
• Any special dietary needs or preferences.
• Arrival dates/times if applicable - This isn't necessary as of now
• Participation in planned activities/events.
• We're aiming to make this reunion memorable for everyone, so your cooperation is crucial. The form is straightforward and shouldn't take more than a few minutes to complete.

Please submit your response by the 15th of February to ensure we have enough time to accommodate everyone's needs. If you have any questions or difficulties with the form, feel free to reach out to me directly.

We're looking forward to a fantastic reunion and making new cherished memories together. Thank you in advance for your prompt response!

the   2024   Reunion is  now  underway 

 it  will be   just as  good....and  Better

  so please  watch here   for  announcements

if you have NOT received  the  letter  

announcing the  2024 reunion please  email

WOOTENWATKINS@GMAIL.COM