SEVENTH DISTRICT
(Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota)
Sharon Wheeler - District Representative




FROM THE 2007 EDITION OF THE OWL

The District Seven Reunion was held Sturday, August 4, 2007 at the historic train depot in Grass Lake, Michigan. Approximately twenty-five people attended and enjoyed a Carry-in dinner. WFA directories were available for purchase. After sharing infromation about the WFA National Reunion in Ohio, Sharon Wheeler handed out a great questionaire about "My First Car". Attendees had to list the car and its attributes, and record special memories about it. Attendees shared their written comments. Great fun! Shron encourage everyoned to begin pursuing theeir written history and to record their oral history. Sharon is looking for a mid-Michigan location for 2008.

Submitted by Judy Pierson, WFA Life Member, past Corresponding Secretary.





FROM THE 2006 EDITION OF THE OWL

Thirty family members in District Seven gathered on August 6, 2005 in Grass Lake, MI at the Whistlestop Park Association. This former Michigan Central train station has been restored as well as the historic garden that contains many century old landscape elements. It is one of only two remaining gardens connected to Michigan Central Stations that was provided for the use and enjoymnet of the train traveling public. As a special treat, Gary Childs brought several old tractors from his collection to the station. this generated much attention and discussion, and was a wonderful addition to the reunion.

A delicious potluck lunch was enjoyed by all attendees. An identification game with items not familiar to all caused much discussion. Unfamiliar items such as a Chicken Waterer and Sheep Clippers recall a rural heritage. Judy Pierson and Sharon Wheeler presented reports of the National Reunion in Sandwich. Judy also provided membership forms and signed up at least one new member.

As an ending to the afternoon, Jeanette Childs gave a tour of the Coe House Museum. This historic home contains several items manufactured in the Grass Lake area. There was a feeling that the family had just stepped out of the house. Jeanette is a member of the Grass Lake Historical Society and has been involved in maintaining this property. (It seems that Wings are attracted to old houses). Thanks to Jeanette and Gary for their help and extra effort in making this a wonderful reunion.