Greetings Family!

Dear Family Member:

Throughout the world, reunions have been a form of celebrating happy and important events.  Whenever you're at a family reunion, you can enjoy the company of relatives, learn about your history, and support each other in various ways.  With that in mind, the members of the 39th Annual Jules Joseph Family Reunion Committee invite you to this year’s reunion: “A Red Stick Celebration of Love and Legacy”. As we rejoice in everything that is beautiful, blessed and bountiful in our heritage, we pray that you attend with confidence in knowing you are from a family that believes in preservation.  That is why we are introducing “Generations Gathering” classes for our teens and young adults.  Let us continue to honor the Jules Joseph Family values by reuniting in joy and fellowship.

Our family reunion will take place from Thursday, July 17, 2025 to Sunday, July 20, 2025 in Baton Rouge, the capital city of Louisiana, which is French for “Red Stick”.  We have secured discounted rooms at the historic Hilton Capitol Center at an excellent rate of $129/night.  This rate includes Included is an extensive breakfast buffet for up to two guests per room.  Additional breakfast can be added for only $10 per person per day!  Amenities at this Art Deco hotel include complimentary shuttle services to/from the Baton Rouge airport, close proximity (walkable) to restaurants, shops, and attractions, and much more.  You are encouraged to make reservations early by calling (225) 344-5866 or (800) 774-1500 and referencing “2025 Jules Joseph Family Reunion.”  You can also reserve your room by accessing the website at www.julesjosephfamily.org. 

This year’s scholarship recipients will be presented during the first ever Masquerade Ball!  Get your masks, semi-formal attire, and dancing shoes ready.  Of course, there will be a Second Line.  So, bring your parasol, whistle, and handkerchief too!  If you’re not familiar with the culture, don’t worry!  We can’t wait to show you how to strut.  It’s all about enjoying yourself with family. 

If you have not done so, please add your profile under the Family Profiles tab, include yourself in the Family Tree (after at least one parent has been added), and upload pictures, share family memories, memorialize our ancestors, and pass down those cherished recipes. 

Donations are always welcomed!  You can contribute to the overall family reunion expenses or our Scholarship Fund through the 'Donations' tab.

Scholarship information and application is available in the 'Scholarship Application' tab.  For scholarship-related inquiries, email Julesjosephscholarshipinfo@gmail.com.

Please register for the reunion through the family website using this link, Jules Joseph Family Reunion 2025.   If you prefer a paper registration, email us at jjfrpc@gmail.com.  Feel free to share this information with other family members.  All reunion fees must be received by or preferably before May 31, 2025.  We will see you all this summer!

With kindest regards,

Chaneita Smith, MBA

Chairwoman

2025 JJFR Planning Committee