Myles Family Reunion 2026
The Legacy of Myles, Woven with the Strength of Ganison, Bell, Sawyer, and McCullum.
🌿 Understanding Our 2026 Reunion Theme
This theme honors both our foundation and our flourishing branches. Here’s why it speaks to who we are:
“The Legacy of Myles” pays tribute to our origin story. It recognizes the enduring strength of the Myles name and the generations who built the foundation we stand on today.
“Woven with” was chosen with intention. It reflects how Idella (Myles) Ganison, Jessie May (Myles) Bell, Viola (Myles) Sawyer, and Gloria Jean (Myles) McCullum — the daughters and sisters of the Myles line — are not separate threads, but integral ones. Their families, stories, love, and leadership are interlaced with ours, forming a richer, stronger tapestry.
“The Strength of…” is a direct and heartfelt acknowledgment. These families have brought their own resilience, character, and grace into our shared legacy. They haven’t just joined us — they’ve helped shape us.
Our family’s strength lies in both our roots and our branches.
The Myles legacy is proud, and it is made even greater by the families we’ve been blessed to grow with.
We are stronger together.
📦 Important Reunion Shirt Pickup Info
For Free Shipping Orders: If you selected the free bulk shipping option during the order window, your orders will be sorted, labeled, and available for pickup throughout the weekend.
Pickup Locations & Times:
- Thursday, Aug 6th: Meet & Greet (6:00 PM – 9:00 PM) in the Western Ballroom at Holiday Inn West.
- Friday, Aug 7th: Airway Fun Center (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM) in our Private Room.
- Saturday, Aug 8th: Main Reunion BBQ at Schrier Park.
📅 Weekend Schedule & Highlights
Thursday, August 6 – Sunday, August 9, 2026
Thursday, Aug 6: Meet & Greet
🕒 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Western Ballroom, Holiday Inn West
Join us for snacks, refreshments, card games, and catching up!
Friday, Aug 7: Family Breakfast & Fun Day
🕒 Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Toast to Toast inside hotel)
🕒 Evening Fun Day: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
🎈 Location: Airway Fun Center
Private room with food provided! Includes bowling (3 reserved lanes from 7–9 PM), arcade, go-karts, mini-golf & more!
Saturday, Aug 8: Main Reunion BBQ
🍔 Ribs, Chicken, Burgers, Sides, Scavenger Hunt & Talent Show! Private, air-conditioned indoor venue secured!
Sunday, Aug 9: Family Worship
🕒 11:00 AM Service
Closing out our reunion weekend in worship and praise together.
🏨 Host Hotel Location
📍 1247 Westgate Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
📞 Front Desk: 1-269-888-4800 | ✉️ Email: hi.kalamazoo@amerilodgegroup.com
We can’t wait to see you and celebrate together! 🌿✨