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February 20th, 2011 at 7:33 pm

98th BFA Reunion June 15-19, 2011 in Philadelphia

You are cordially invited to celebrate The Bunker Family Association’s 98th anniversary June 15-19 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. BFA President Gil Bunker, in an article in the upcoming Banner (newsletter published for members of the BFA) says there are interesting tours scheduled for two of three days. The reunion host location will be at the Hampton Inn Center City.  On Thursday, June 16 you will see first hand what America’s richest man, in 1831, did with his millions. The story of Stephen Girard’s humanitarianism and philanthropy is awe-inspiring. Milton Hershey was so impressed with Girard’s philosophy he was inspired to create his own school. Inadvertently Father Flanagan’s Boys Town grew from an imperative need to shelter just a few orphans nearly 70 years after Girard College opened its doors.

The early Friday excursion will wind through center city; you’ll see historic Philadelphia and visit some of her 3,000 huge works of art. It’s a tour unique only to the “City of Brotherly Love.” Afterwards you can gain a great insider’s look of Philadelphia’s Chinatown during the afternoon jaunt; a clever initiative by a noted chef.

The Annabelle Moore Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior or college freshman who is the child or grandchild of a BFA member in good stand. Good luck to all the entrants.

Don’t forget your entry for the “neck-tie” party and a limerick to add a touch of gaiety during the business meeting. Under “new business,” your suggestions will be solicited for a 100th birthday slogan, motto, saying or jingle to help advertise our first century. Send Gil your ideas even if you won’t be in Philly. A prize for the winning selection.

The annual raffle is always an exciting conclusion to our festivities, made particularly eventful by your generous donations. You are invited to participate even if unable to Celebrate Ninety-eight. Your kindness is sincerely anticipated and appreciated by all.

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You are cordially invited to Celebrate Ninety-eight in just a few short months. Interesting tours are scheduled for two of three days. On Thursday you will see first hand what America’s richest man, in 1831, did with his millions. The story of Stephen Girard’s humanitarianism and philanthropy is awe-inspiring. Milton Hershey was so impressed with Girard’s philosophy he was inspired to create his own school. Inadvertently Father Flanagan’s Boys Town grew from an imperative need to shelter just a few orphans nearly 70 years after Girard College opened its doors.
The early Friday excursion will wind through center city; you’ll see historic Philadelphia and visit some of her 3,000 huge works of art. It’s a tour unique only to the “City of Brotherly Love.” Afterwards you can gain a great insider’s look of Philadelphia’s Chinatown during the afternoon jaunt; a clever initiative by a noted chef.
The Annabelle Moore Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating senior or college freshman who is the child or grandchild of a BFA member in good stand. Good luck to all the entrants.
Don’t forget your entry for the “neck-tie” party and a limerick to add a touch of gayety during the business meeting. Under “new business,” your suggestions will be solicited for a 100th birthday slogan, motto, saying or jingle to help advertise out first century. Send me your idea/s even if you won’t be in Philly. A prize for the winning selection.
The annual raffle is always an exciting conclusion to our festivities, made particularly eventful by your generous donations. You are invited to participate even if unable to Celebrate Ninety-eight. Your kindness is sincerely anticipated and appreciated by all.
While the Bunker Family Association’s golden anniversary is still two-years distant, it’s never too late to become a committee volunteer. The week-long festivities will require a team effort, except for the tug-of-war with the Breed family. I hear Allen Breed hopes to impress some Bunkers to hold his end of the rope. “Good grief.”
Finally, I’m looking forward to seeing old friends and greeting our “newbies.”
Please mail your reservations promptly.
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