Reunion 2026
45th Staples Family Reunion
August 7-9, 2026
Chicago, IL
HOST HOTEL INFORMATION
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
2323 172nd St. Lansing, IL 60438
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.
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.
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.
Registration Options: Submit registration information at www.dwastaples.com or
Submit registration Form via email to: staplesfamilylegacy@gmail.com
or text Form to 708-895-1313
Payment Options:
***ZELLE IS PREFERRED PAYMENT METHOD***
Zelle: staplesfamilylegacy@gmail.com Cashapp: $staplesreunion
Make checks or money orders payable to: Aydren Simmons (put Staples Family Reunion on memo line) and
mail to: PO Box 198581 - Chicago, IL 60619
For questions, please contact Aydren Simmons at 708-895-1313
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