9th AVRS 2010 Reunion

[The following information is provided by Joe Menno:]

  • We have chosen Nashville, TN for our 2010 reunion.
  • Known as "THE MUSIC CITY of AMERICA", it is a great tourist destination, drawing visitors worldwide to visit its many attractions.
  • The dates for the reunion are Thursday, September 23 to Sunday, September 26th.
  • The reunion hotel will be the Embassy Suites Vanderbilt.
  • I will have additional information for you in a few days.

    Friday, Sept 24th - Grand Ol' Opry Show (Ryman Hall) [$42.00 per person]

    Saturday, Sept 25th - Discover Nashville Bus Tour [$42.00 per person]

    Hope to see all of you this year, and a special invite to those members of the 9th that have not had the opportunity in the past, to join us this year for a great time with a great group.
    Joe Menno


  • Schedule of Events
    (MS Word document, 42KB download)

    Notice (5-6-10):
    TO ALL MEMBERS!!!
    PLEASE CHECK THE NASHVILLE WEB SITE AT WWW.VISITMUSICCITY.COM FOR UPDATED INFO REGARDING THEIR RECOVERY FROM THE RECENT FLOODING.
    THEY HAVE INDICATED TO ME THAT THE AREA WILL BE FULLY RECOVERED BY THE TIME WE VISIT THEM IN SEPTEMBER. I WILL KEEP YOU ADVISED. I'M HOPING THAT ALL OF YOU WILL BE ABLE TO MAKE IT.
    JOE

    Friday, Grand Ol' Opry

    Saturday, Bus Tour

    Take a little journey through entertainment history with a Guided Backstage Tour at the Historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville - the "Mother Church of Country Music" and home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974. Sit awhile in the original pews and take in a short film that features the people and events that shaped the Ryman's past and present. Step onto our historic stage and have your photo taken. Then spend some time on your own, strolling through the halls filled with fascinating memorabilia from the Ryman's storied past.

    Read lots more about The Ryman Auditorium

    The tour is perfect for individuals, couples, or the entire family. You'll start with a driving and sightseeing tour of Historic Nashville. Officially planting its roots as Tennessee's capital in 1812, Nashville is home to an abundance of Southern history, historic buildings, and sites. Relax and enjoy as you tour around town taking them all in!
    Tour Highlights Include:
  • Historic Downtown
  • Tennessee State Capitol
  • The Parthenon
  • Music Row and Studio B
  • Fort Nashborough
  • Bicentennial Mall
  • Vanderbilt University
  • Ryman Auditorium
  • Legends Corner Honky Tonk
  • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum