Have a suggestion?
We would like to hear any suggestions you have for the Townes-Williams Family Reunion. There are also numerous opportunities to participate if you would like to get more involved.
Contribute to the family archives!
We're always interested in obtaining artifacts that help bring our family history to life. Please submit your family photographs, documents, audio, and video so that we can add them to the family collection.
Opportunities to get involved...
Program Speakers
We're looking for family members to speak on various topics. If you have a topic that you are interested in speaking about please get in touch. Some suggested topics include:
- The life of Robbie Williams Townes.
- The life of Augustus "Gus" Townes, Sr.
- The lives of Walter and Lucy Williams.
- The lives of John and Mary Townes.
- Why and how Augustus and Robbie Townes settled in Hayti, Missouri.
Session Facilitators
We're looking for family members to facilitate educational and career advancement sessions of interest to the family. If you have a topic about which you are interested in facilitating an educational session or simply want to learn more about, please get in touch. Some suggested session topics include:
- Family reunion planning session
- Career advancement networking program
- Choosing and planning your career
- Making a career change
A strong back and a weak mind will get you nowhere.
- Augustus Townes, Sr.
Activity Hosts and Coordinators
Volunteer to host or coordinate various activities during the family reunion. Ensure that activities get off without a hitch and help make sure everyone enjoys themselves.
Council of Family Historians
Volunteer to be a family historian. Research and document family history and periodically report findings.
