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Welcome to the 145th Annual Bull Family Reunion and Picnic Aug. 4, 2012Entry/Object ID
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William Bull and Sarah Wells Stone House Association, Bull PicnicScope and Content
Based on the provided images, here is a summary of the program for the 145th Annual Bull Family Reunion and Picnic, which took place on August 4, 2012.
Event Overview
The 2012 reunion was a dual celebration: the annual family gathering and the Sarah Wells Tricentennial, marking 300 years since Sarah Wells settled in the Hudson Valley (1712) on behalf of Christopher Denn. The event was held at the historical family homestead in Campbell Hall, NY.
Schedule of Events
Morning (9:30 AM – 12:00 PM): Registration, genealogy research with Judy Wood, and souvenir shopping. Activities included touring the 1722 Bull Stone House and Dutch Barn, viewing a Sarah Wells documentary, making colonial crafts, and visiting Frank the "Bull."
Midday (12:00 PM – 1:00 PM): Formal welcome, blessing, and a catered or picnic lunch featuring a celebration cake.
Afternoon (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM):
1:00 PM: Business meeting, presentations, and storytelling.
2:00 PM: Group photo behind the barn.
2:30 PM: Gravestone unveiling and final house tours.
Evening: Attendees were invited to stay for "leftovers for supper" and help return tables to the barn.
Key Attractions & Activities
Historical Tours: Exploration of the nearly 300-year-old Stone House and New World Dutch Barn.
Family Heritage: A dedicated Genealogy Tent offering research assistance and a special 2012 CD/Blue Book set for $75.
Entertainment: Live music by the Ramapo Fault String Band, wagon rides, pony rides, and a quilt display.
Kids' Crafts: Hands-on colonial activities like making yarn dolls, churning butter, and tin punching.
Leadership & Support
The Board: Led by President Todd Vandervort, Vice-President Michael K. Brown, Treasurer Cheri Cardone, and Secretary Kathi Johnson Nywening.
Committees: Chaired by Sarah Brownell and Lisa Forst, with honorary members including local NYS Senators and Legislators.
Sponsors: Supported by numerous local businesses, including Stewart’s Shops, Brotherhood Winery, and Shop-Rite of Chester.
Note: The program also promoted a final Tricentennial event, the "Running With The Bulls" 5k fun run, held later that year on September 22, 2012.
