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The 4th Annual Gathering of Self Family Researchers was held on the 28th of April 2001 in the Dahlgren / Colonial Beach area of Virginia. This was truly an event to remember. This years planning committee included: Jami Hamilton, Bryce Self, Barbara Self, Fay Oliff, Wayne Self, Darlene Tallent, and Dan McCarthy.
THE GATHERING
On the 27th of April, 2001, early attendees began Gathering friday afternoon in the lobby and conference room of the Holiday Inn in Dahlgren, Va. to begin meeting one another for the very first time. (One must realize that virtually every attendee shows up not knowing one other person who will be there) By evening this crowd had grown to about 30, and an impromptu supper at Avanti's restaurant followed from about 6:00 until 9:00 PM.
On Saturday morning, April 28th, some went to view the property / patent of Robert Self, of whom we all hope to prove to someday, and "view" we did as we were denied permission at the very last due to crop plantings and the volume of people, but none-the-less, it was possible to drive across or up to all the various Self family properties as presented on the cover of Volume 1 Issue 2 of the Self Family Newsletter.
This was followed by a special opening (Thanks to Darlene Tallent of the Northern Neck Historical Society) of the Yeocomico Church, first built in 1655, and rebuilt in 1706, and next to Robert Selfs patent, especially for our group. Mr. John Morrow guided us giving the history and details of the construction of the Church and area. Mr. Morrow and the Church building impressed us all.
Afterwards the group scattered to various sites, cemeteries, points of interest, etc. of the area, with one group of nearly 20 bee-lining to the Northern Neck Museum and Library in downtown Montross. This too is a must see.
At a wee bit past noon, the family found it's way to Wilkersons Restaurant on the Potomac for our family meal. After arrival and meeting additional researching members of the family, our Bryce Self gave a great introduction and blessing. During and near the end of our meal we drew for a few door prizes contributed by various sources:
* Seven Self Family Coat-of-Arms Coffee Mugs - Courtesy of Self Family Newsletter.
* "Writing and Marketing A Family History in the New Millennium" by D.L. Kitchel, and note pads. - Courtesy of Tennessee Valley Publishing.
* A one year (2002) membership to the Northern Neck Historical Society. Everyone is invited to contact Helen Grissom at Westmoreland County Museum, Courthouse Square, PO Box 716, Montross, VA 22520 for your annual membership to this fine group.
* Canvas tote bag, book markers, & a hard bound journal book - Courtesy of Gregath Publishing Company.
* Two one year subscriptions to the Self Family Newsletter - Courtesy of Self Family Newsletter.
* America's Surnames, by Elsdon C. Smith - Courtesy of Genealogical Publishing Company.
* A $10.00 certificate towards purchase of a book. - Courtesy of TLC Genealogy
* $25.00 Gift Certificate - Courtesy of Heritage Books, Inc.
* Deluxe engraved photo album, donated by Mary Wharton, TX.
Awards were presented to the following researchers:
Our Hopaki Nowa Award for the person traveling the furthest distance went to two people - Bryce Self of Redwood City, CA., and to Maurine Self of Pleasanton, CA.
A special Attendance Award went to Doris Howard who has attended all the Self Family Gatherings.
And our Senior Researchers Award went to Wahnetah Selph who has persevered the Self family the longest.
In the afternoon, 3 PM plus, we convened to the conference room of the Holiday Inn for the rest of the afternoon and late evening.
On the morning of the 29th, the balance of the group who had stayed at the Holiday Inn, said their farewells, til the next Gathering, and headed for their respective homes.
This years attendees included:
Bryce Self, Maurine Self, Kenneth Vincent Self, Bill Self, Capt. William Self, Jerry Self, Carolyn Self, Kathie Self, Barbara Self, Jim Self, Wayne Self, Rosemarie Self, Charlotte Self, Clyde Self, Lena Self, John Self, Richard Self, Lawrence Robert Self, Mary J. Self, Wahnetah Selph, David Selph, Andrew Selph, Doris Selph, Billy Selph, Gere Selph, Doris Howard, James Howard, Becky Keys, Ed Stevens, Kay Stevens, Pat Holland, Ron Holland, Faye Oliff, Aaron Gregory, Kathy Schultz, Fred Schultz, Diana Taylor, Lanny Taylor, Dan McCarthy, Cheryl McCarthy, Caryn Self Sullivan, Pat Hinton, Betty Davis, Frankie Tucker, Herbert Tucker, Marvin Tucker, Bernice Tucker, Donna Tucker, Clarence Tucker, and Lee Tucker.
Planning will now commence for 2002 and 2003.
Earlier in the month in Gadsden, AL., at the traditional Self Family lunch, we found the following: Thomas C. Self, DeWitt Self, Pat Self, Walter L. Jones, Dan McCarthy, Cheryl McCarthy, Doris Howard, James Howard, Pamela Self Reynolds, Leola Bright, and Jean Garner.
Westmoreland Reunion Feedback
Dan,
This was by far, the best and most liked family reunion I have ever
attended. Mainly because of the efforts that you put into these events, I am sure. You are so right, although we did not know each other, we all looked forward to meeting each other and sharing our information. I for one, had the best time I have ever had at an event like this. The rest of my branches must learn how to do this to maximize the sharing and enjoyment of all. Thanks you for your efforts and attention to so many details. It was wonderful. Pat Holland
TO: Jami Hamilton, Bryce Self, Barbara Self, Fay Oliff, Wayne Self, Darlene Tallent, and Dan McCarthy,
I wanted to take this opportunity to say a big THANK YOU for all the hard work that went into planning and organizing - SELF Gathering 2001- Westmoreland. We had a fantastic time and met a lot of wonderfully nice "cousins"!!! Again, Thanks,
Diana & Lanny Taylor
Thank y'all for the wonderful get together. I enjoyed myself thoroughly and so did James. Love to you both and I'll be thinking of you. Please take care & let me know, Doris Howard
Hi Dan,
Thank you for organizing the get-together last weekend. Richard and I had a great time and enjoyed meeting everyone.
Just wanted you to know that your hard work was appreciated. Please stay in touch. Bill Self (Rochester, NY)
Dan,
Just a note to thank you and all the rest on the committee for a great meeting - I know all enjoyed being able to put a face with an e-mail address and being able to share there research What a great surprise it was to receive the certificate at the luncheon THANK YOU I am sorry that I was not able to be at the Holiday Inn for exchanging information - on our line we are interested in the John's and Francis's, will keep on checking Thanks again to all the members of the committee for all the work that went into making the trip to the "roots' area a great success, Wahnetah Selph
Hello Dan,
It was great meeting you & all the other Self's at the recent Gathering. It was a most enjoyable event. You and the other organizers did a great job. Thanks for all your hard work. Thanks again Richard Self
THE GATHERING
On the 27th of April, 2001, early attendees began Gathering friday afternoon in the lobby and conference room of the Holiday Inn in Dahlgren, Va. to begin meeting one another for the very first time. (One must realize that virtually every attendee shows up not knowing one other person who will be there) By evening this crowd had grown to about 30, and an impromptu supper at Avanti's restaurant followed from about 6:00 until 9:00 PM.
On Saturday morning, April 28th, some went to view the property / patent of Robert Self, of whom we all hope to prove to someday, and "view" we did as we were denied permission at the very last due to crop plantings and the volume of people, but none-the-less, it was possible to drive across or up to all the various Self family properties as presented on the cover of Volume 1 Issue 2 of the Self Family Newsletter.
This was followed by a special opening (Thanks to Darlene Tallent of the Northern Neck Historical Society) of the Yeocomico Church, first built in 1655, and rebuilt in 1706, and next to Robert Selfs patent, especially for our group. Mr. John Morrow guided us giving the history and details of the construction of the Church and area. Mr. Morrow and the Church building impressed us all.
Afterwards the group scattered to various sites, cemeteries, points of interest, etc. of the area, with one group of nearly 20 bee-lining to the Northern Neck Museum and Library in downtown Montross. This too is a must see.
At a wee bit past noon, the family found it's way to Wilkersons Restaurant on the Potomac for our family meal. After arrival and meeting additional researching members of the family, our Bryce Self gave a great introduction and blessing. During and near the end of our meal we drew for a few door prizes contributed by various sources:
* Seven Self Family Coat-of-Arms Coffee Mugs - Courtesy of Self Family Newsletter.
* "Writing and Marketing A Family History in the New Millennium" by D.L. Kitchel, and note pads. - Courtesy of Tennessee Valley Publishing.
* A one year (2002) membership to the Northern Neck Historical Society. Everyone is invited to contact Helen Grissom at Westmoreland County Museum, Courthouse Square, PO Box 716, Montross, VA 22520 for your annual membership to this fine group.
* Canvas tote bag, book markers, & a hard bound journal book - Courtesy of Gregath Publishing Company.
* Two one year subscriptions to the Self Family Newsletter - Courtesy of Self Family Newsletter.
* America's Surnames, by Elsdon C. Smith - Courtesy of Genealogical Publishing Company.
* A $10.00 certificate towards purchase of a book. - Courtesy of TLC Genealogy
* $25.00 Gift Certificate - Courtesy of Heritage Books, Inc.
* Deluxe engraved photo album, donated by Mary Wharton, TX.
Awards were presented to the following researchers:
Our Hopaki Nowa Award for the person traveling the furthest distance went to two people - Bryce Self of Redwood City, CA., and to Maurine Self of Pleasanton, CA.
A special Attendance Award went to Doris Howard who has attended all the Self Family Gatherings.
And our Senior Researchers Award went to Wahnetah Selph who has persevered the Self family the longest.
In the afternoon, 3 PM plus, we convened to the conference room of the Holiday Inn for the rest of the afternoon and late evening.
On the morning of the 29th, the balance of the group who had stayed at the Holiday Inn, said their farewells, til the next Gathering, and headed for their respective homes.
This years attendees included:
Bryce Self, Maurine Self, Kenneth Vincent Self, Bill Self, Capt. William Self, Jerry Self, Carolyn Self, Kathie Self, Barbara Self, Jim Self, Wayne Self, Rosemarie Self, Charlotte Self, Clyde Self, Lena Self, John Self, Richard Self, Lawrence Robert Self, Mary J. Self, Wahnetah Selph, David Selph, Andrew Selph, Doris Selph, Billy Selph, Gere Selph, Doris Howard, James Howard, Becky Keys, Ed Stevens, Kay Stevens, Pat Holland, Ron Holland, Faye Oliff, Aaron Gregory, Kathy Schultz, Fred Schultz, Diana Taylor, Lanny Taylor, Dan McCarthy, Cheryl McCarthy, Caryn Self Sullivan, Pat Hinton, Betty Davis, Frankie Tucker, Herbert Tucker, Marvin Tucker, Bernice Tucker, Donna Tucker, Clarence Tucker, and Lee Tucker.
Planning will now commence for 2002 and 2003.
Earlier in the month in Gadsden, AL., at the traditional Self Family lunch, we found the following: Thomas C. Self, DeWitt Self, Pat Self, Walter L. Jones, Dan McCarthy, Cheryl McCarthy, Doris Howard, James Howard, Pamela Self Reynolds, Leola Bright, and Jean Garner.
Westmoreland Reunion Feedback
Dan,
This was by far, the best and most liked family reunion I have ever
attended. Mainly because of the efforts that you put into these events, I am sure. You are so right, although we did not know each other, we all looked forward to meeting each other and sharing our information. I for one, had the best time I have ever had at an event like this. The rest of my branches must learn how to do this to maximize the sharing and enjoyment of all. Thanks you for your efforts and attention to so many details. It was wonderful. Pat Holland
TO: Jami Hamilton, Bryce Self, Barbara Self, Fay Oliff, Wayne Self, Darlene Tallent, and Dan McCarthy,
I wanted to take this opportunity to say a big THANK YOU for all the hard work that went into planning and organizing - SELF Gathering 2001- Westmoreland. We had a fantastic time and met a lot of wonderfully nice "cousins"!!! Again, Thanks,
Diana & Lanny Taylor
Thank y'all for the wonderful get together. I enjoyed myself thoroughly and so did James. Love to you both and I'll be thinking of you. Please take care & let me know, Doris Howard
Hi Dan,
Thank you for organizing the get-together last weekend. Richard and I had a great time and enjoyed meeting everyone.
Just wanted you to know that your hard work was appreciated. Please stay in touch. Bill Self (Rochester, NY)
Dan,
Just a note to thank you and all the rest on the committee for a great meeting - I know all enjoyed being able to put a face with an e-mail address and being able to share there research What a great surprise it was to receive the certificate at the luncheon THANK YOU I am sorry that I was not able to be at the Holiday Inn for exchanging information - on our line we are interested in the John's and Francis's, will keep on checking Thanks again to all the members of the committee for all the work that went into making the trip to the "roots' area a great success, Wahnetah Selph
Hello Dan,
It was great meeting you & all the other Self's at the recent Gathering. It was a most enjoyable event. You and the other organizers did a great job. Thanks for all your hard work. Thanks again Richard Self
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