2026 DMV Family Reunion Itinerary

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Smith Anderson Hubbard
2026 Reunion Itinerary

FRIDAY – WELCOME TO THE DMV*




MORNING

Preliminary Sightseeing Visit: National Museum of African American History & Culture **


AFTERNOON

Check in at Renaissance and Residence Inn Arlington Capital View

Reunion Registration

SATURDAY – ALL AROUND TOWN



MORNING

Sightseeing around the Nation’s Capital



AFTERNOON

Picnic – Fort Hunt Park



EVENING

Family Meeting



***4 Generations Event***

SUNDAY – WORSHIP WITH FAMILY




MORNING

Worship Service

Emory United Fellowship – Washington, DC



AFTERNOON

Lunch (TBD)

Prepare to travel home

* District of Columbia (DC), Maryland (MD) and Virginia (VA) = DMV

** Friday Morning, July 10, 2026
RSVP Requested
Early reunion visit @ National Museum of African American History & Culture
(NMAAHC): We’ve made arrangements for you to explore the premium site in the heart
of our nation’s capital. This museum captures and shares the unvarnished truth of
African American history and culture. We will coordinate getting timed-release tickets
for you once you let us know that you are interested in visiting the museum on Friday
(exact time is TBD, but expect to leave the hotel Friday late morning/early afternoon).
NOTE: We need to know how many are interested in the special group visit to the
NMAAHC on Friday, July 10 th, so that we have enough tickets. Please send us a
message at SAHFamReunion@gmail.com if you plan to go to the NMAAHC on Friday.

Updates From the 2024 Family Meeting…

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In case you missed the meeting, the topics are below and the details are after the jump…

  • Attendance Report
  • Financial Report
  • Registration Fee Increase Reminder
  • Payment Portal Fees
  • SAH Scholarship Recipient
  • High School Graduation Gift
  • Region Recap w/ Representatives
  • Upcoming Reunion Hosts
  • Digital Committee Update
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We are 3 Months Away!!

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Hi Family,

As the excitement builds for our upcoming family reunion, we wanted to send a friendly reminder with some important details to ensure everyone is ready for a fantastic weekend together.

Here’s your 2024 SAHFR Priority Checklist:

  1. Check out the itinerary.
  2. Register for the reunion where you can:
    • Let us know if you’re coming
    • Sign up for the Uncle Nearest side quest (midday Friday, adults only) before the June 15th deadline. There are only 30 slots available.
    • Sign up for the Family Talent show.
  3. Book your hotel accommodations.
  4. Pay your Dues.
  5. Submit your updates for the Blabbermouth newsletter.

If you have any questions or need assistance with anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help make this reunion a memorable experience for everyone.

We can’t wait to see you all soon and create beautiful memories together!

Warmest regards,

Your Nashville Area Smith-Anderson-Hubbard Family Reunion Planning Crew

Hey There Family…

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The Smith-Anderson-Hubbard Family Reunion is hitting up the vibrant city of Nashville, TN this year from Friday, July 12th to Sunday, July 14th. Get ready for a weekend filled with joy, laughter, and the kind of memories that make us proud to be family.

Now, we know you’re probably wondering, “How do I secure my spot at this family extravaganza?” Well, we’ve got you covered. Here’s everything you need to know to join the celebration:

You can register and pay your dues now to cross that off your todo list!

More information about the reunion weekend is forthcoming. 

We hope to hear from you soon!

Tennessee Region SAH Hosts

ALICE SMITH-RISBY

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As many of you know our mom, Alice Smith Risby passed away Sunday, January 7.  The visitation with the family will be Friday,  at First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill, January 12 at 5:00 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 6:00 p.m.  We thank each of you for all of your messages of condolences we have received, and hope to respond to them in the near future.

Some of you are aware that since I retired as pastor of First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill December 31, 2023, we were planning to have a retirement brunch on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. The brunch is still on schedule.  If you are coming to town and wish to attend the brunch too, please click on this link.  Deadline to purchase tickets and reserve your seat at the brunch is Monday, January 8, 2024.

– Kelly Miller Smith, Jr.

FAMILY…

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Hi Family,

This is another one of those messages I hate to post. 

Alice Smith-Risby passed away earlier today. Please keep the Smith family in your prayers. Kelly, Jr. is requesting to hold calls for now while they make arrangements. Feel free to post messages here.

Love and Blessings to you all.

Guess Who’s Retiring?

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Hi Family, as I am sure you all know by now, Kelly Jr. is retiring from First Baptist Church Capitol Hill at the end of this year. There will be a celebration on January 13th in Nashville.

Detailed information on how to get tickets to attend the celebration can be found at the link below.

Link: https://www.firstbaptistcapitolhill.org/kmsjrcelebration/

If you are unable to attend and would like to submit a video message to Kelly for the celebration, you can find details at the link as well. There is a deadline for submissions so please be proactive!

Happy Holidays!

Updates From the 2023 Family Meeting…

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In case you missed the meeting, the topics are below and the details are after the jump…

  • Attendance Report
  • Financial Report
  • New Registration Fees
  • SAH Scholarship Recipient
  • High School Graduation Gift
  • Region Recap
  • Family Council and Committees
  • Upcoming Reunion Hosts
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HOURS AWAY FROM ATL…

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Hi Family,

By now your bags are at least out of the attic and you have some idea of what’s going in them! The ATL crew is excited to kick everything off tomorrow and can’t wait to welcome everyone to their city.

Don’t forget, if you are not attending, there will be some online activities. Check out the Itinerary for login details and the Blabbermouth is already online for your viewing pleasure.

Love you!

AMB