Wenger family plans annual reunion
The Wenger Family Association will hold the 101st annual Wenger reunion at the Wenger Meetinghouse, 16 Supervisors Drive, Jonestown, on Friday to Sunday, Aug. 25 to 27. Wenger family members' surnames may also be spelled as Wanger, Whanger, Winger, Wengerd, Wengert, Wingerd, Wingert, Wingard and Wingart.
On Aug. 25 at 7 p.m., a historical meeting will be held, featuring James C. Landis speaking on the topic "Lessons From Land and Law: A Review of Deeds for the G1 Hans Wenger Homestead, the Wenger Cemetery and Wenger Meetinghouse."
Reunion attendees may take a bus tour on Saturday, Aug. 26, at 8 a.m., visiting sites related to Hans and Hannah Wenger in Lebanon and Lancaster counties. The tour will depart from the meetinghouse and return by noon; lunch is not included.
A reunion meeting will begin at 2 p.m. on Aug. 26 at the meetinghouse, featuring a presentation by John L. Ruth of Harleysville on the topic "What Drove the Wengers and Other Anabaptists to Canada." The family dinner will take place at 6 p.m. at the Country Fare Restaurant, 498 E. Lincoln Ave., Myerstown. Ellyn Nolt of Lancaster will share on "History Through Seeds: Preserving PA German History and Culture by Preserving Heirloom Seeds."
A worship service will begin at 11 a.m. on Aug. 27 at the meetinghouse, followed by lunch at noon. The Rev. Robert Kettering of Manheim will speak during the service.
Information on the tour, dinner, meetings and worship service may be obtained by contacting Jay V. Wenger at 717-208-1176. Space is limited for the tour, dinner and lunch, so those who would like to attend should inquire about availability. The deadline for reservations is Monday, Aug. 14.

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