Reunion 2026

Details for the

45th Staples Family Reunion

August 7-9, 2026

Chicago, IL

HOST HOTEL INFORMATION

Holiday Inn Express & Suites

2323 172nd St. Lansing, IL 60438

708-418-1188

ROOM RATE: $159.00 per night – King and Double Queens. Room Rate excludes taxes.

Reservations: After completing registration for the Staples Family Reunion, you will be provided with the information/link to book your hotel room(s). Only Family members registered for the Reunion will be able to reserve rooms under the Staples Family room block. We encourage registration as soon as possible to guarantee inclusion in the block.

Cut Off Date: Reservations after July 7, 2026 will be made on a space-available basis at market rates.

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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7

Thorn Creek Church 1875 E 170th St. South Holland, IL 60473

12:00 PM - 4:30 PM – Meet & Greet with Refreshments and a Raffle

Weekend of Fellowship kick-off. Pick up your bags containing Reunion materials, gifts, mementos, and T-shirts.

Lencioni’s Pub & Banquets 3325 Glenwood Dyer Rd. Lynwood, IL 60411

6:30 PM – 11:00 PM – Banquet Soiree & Program (Attire - Chic: dressed in Red, Black, or both)

An evening of fine dining and an opportunity to learn about our rich Family history.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8

Paarlberg Park 17234 Paxton Ave. South Holland, IL 60473

12:00 Noon – 4:00 PM – Picnic Celebration

We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch, friendly sporting activities, and great prizes all while bonding with each other.

Please wear your 2026 STAPLES Reunion T-shirt for group photos.

Lencioni’s Pub & Banquets 3325 Glenwood Dyer Rd. Lynwood, IL 60411

7:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Dessert Social and Family Fun Night

Indulge in sweets while enjoying music and an assortment of games.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9

Thorn Creek Church 1875 E 170th St. South Holland, IL 60473

9:30 AM – Worship Service

Let’s rejoice in the Lord and pray for collective safe travels back home.

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Registration Information & Fees

Adult Child

Level 1 Registration (payment received March 1 – May 31)

Full Weekend $125 $99

Friday Events only $89 $79

Saturday Events only $89 $79

Level 2 Registration (payment received June 1-30)

Full Weekend $150 $119

Friday Events only $99 $89

Saturday Events only $99 $89

Family Reunion T-shirt Pricing

Youth Sizes XS-XL $18.00 Each

Adult Sizes Small-XL $22.00 Each

Adult Sizes 2XL-5XL- $25.00 Each

Please send payments and registration information by mail to:

Aydren Simmons

PO Box 198581

Chicago, IL 60619

or submit via email to: staplesfamilylegacy@gmail.com

Make checks or money orders payable to: Aydren Simmons (put Staples Family Reunion on memo line)

utilize electronic payment options (Zelle is preferred)

Zelle: staplesfamilylegacy@gmail.com (708-895-1313)

CashApp: $staplesreunion

(note: if using CashApp, please add $5 to total payment to cover transaction fees)

For questions, please contact Aydren Simmons at 708-895-1313 via text

or via email staplesfamilylegacy@gmail.com

REGISTRATION DEADLINE JUNE 30, 2026 - NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION OR PAYMENTS

NO REFUNDS – UNUSED FEES PAID WILL BE DONATIONS TO THE SCHOLARSHIP FUND

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Please send the following information to register:

Name__________________________ Mailing Address __________________________________

Telephone (preferably mobile number) _______________________ Email_______________________

Level 1 Registration (for payments received March 1 - May 30, 2026) - calculation grid

Name(s) Full Full Friday Friday Saturday Saturday T-Shirt Total Fees

Weekend Weekend Events Events Events Events Size Events & T-Shirts

Adult Child Only Only Only Only (Add $5 if using

(13+) (6-12) Adult Child Adult Child CashApp)

$125 $99 $89 $79 $89 $79

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Total Payment (Zelle preferred) ____________ $Cashtag (if CashApp) _________________ Pmt. Date

Level 2 Registration (for payments received June 1 - June 30, 2026) - calculation grid