2026 Shelton Family Reunion and A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Registration Form

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    Intertwined Legacies:  Possum Trot & Beyond  

    Shelton Family Reunion 

    & A Call to Gather - A Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience

    July 24–25, 2026 | Berry College | Rome, Georgia

     

    Registration Information

     

    Important Info & Links 

    • Event Brochure: 2026 Shelton Registration Brochure
    • Event Website (New & Updated): sfsga.org
    • Legacy Awards Information:  Legacy Awards Nomination Form (Family members and community guests may nominate a family member.)

     

    Important Dates

    Registration Deadline:  June 30, 2026 & T-shirt Order Deadline: July 7, 2026

     

    Welcome to Rome, Georgia - a place of deep roots, shared history, and lasting connections across generations.  

    Greetings family and guests,

    We are honored to invite you to the 2026 Shelton Family Reunion & A Call to Gather – A Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience, a gathering rooted in legacy, reconnection, and shared history.

     

    Historical Overview of the Family

    This gathering brings together descendants of Hardy and Mary Bearden Shelton, a formerly enslaved couple who, in 1874, established a settlement in and near what is now known as Possum Trot on the campus of Berry College. Together, they raised twelve known children—Laura, Lucy, Frances (Fannie), Aaron Hardy, Mary, Lula, Judy, William, Joel, Henri, Rhoda (Rhody), and Matilda—whose descendants carried their legacy forward across generations.  From enslavement to landownership, and from Rome to communities across the country, their descendants have carried forward a legacy grounded in resilience, family, and community.

    We also welcome members of our extended and interconnected families, including the Cathey, Finley, Spruce, Chubb, Freemantown, Hudgins, Ware, Selman, Adams, Montgomery, and others whose histories are deeply tied to Rome, Georgia, the surrounding communities, and the Shelton family of Possum Trot.

    For more than 150 years, these allied and/or associated families have remained deeply interconnected with most having maintained lasting connections to the Shelton family—through intermarriage, shared history, andor ancestral ties to Flatwoods which now encompasses Berry College. 

     

    A Call to Gather - A Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience

    As part of the 2026 Shelton Family Reunion weekend, the Saturday gathering on July 25, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., brings together family members alongside invited guests, collaborators, and others engaged in preservation, history, education, and descendant heritage initiatives. Similar in spirit to our 2022 Saturday gathering, this educational and inspirational portion of the weekend, supported by our family nonprofit partners, reflects the family’s longstanding commitment to preserving and honoring the legacy of Hardy and Mary Bearden Shelton and the interconnected communities tied to Possum Trot and beyond.

     

    Intertwined Legacies: Possum Trot & Beyond 

    The theme of this gathering, Intertwined Legacies: Possum Trot & Beyond, reflects the lasting bonds that connect our families across time and place. Though generations were separated by migration and circumstance, they remained rooted in a shared origin and a collective memory of where they came from.

    As our ancestors established lives and legacies in new communities, those legacies remained deeply connected—to one another and to Hardy and Mary Bearden Shelton, whose lives and choices shaped the foundation of this family. Their lasting values—community, healing, stewardship of the land, and care for one another—continue to guide and connect us today.

     

    About This Gathering

    At the heart of this weekend is family reconnection through reunion activities and the A Call to Gather - A Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience, an educational experience designed to deepen understanding of our shared journey—from enslavement to landownership, from separation to reconnection, and from memory to legacy.

    The Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience represents the educational core of the weekend, featuring descendant-led experiences, historical interpretation, and preservation-focused programming along with special guest speakers. These efforts support the ongoing research, documentation, and sharing of our family’s history within the broader context of African American heritage and historic preservation.

     

    About the Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot

    The Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot (SFSPT), a host of this gathering, is a descendant-led collective, formally established in 2019 and rooted in collaborative preservation efforts that began in 2016. The collective brings together descendants and extended family members committed to honoring and preserving the legacy of Hardy and Mary Bearden Shelton and the broader network of interconnected families tied to this history.

    The SFSPT Preservation Team, composed of descendant representatives from both family nonprofits and others from multiple family lines, engages in ongoing preservation and research efforts in collaboration with institutional and community partners, primarily Berry College and the work connected to the historic Possum Trot site. The collective previously hosted the 2022 reunion and is honored to support this gathering once again.  SFSPT is also affiliated with the Cathey-Shelton Social Media (Facebook) descendant and affiliated families site.

    SFSPT is not a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The educational components of this event are made possible through collaboration with two family-based nonprofit organizations, both 501(c)(3) entities, the Shelton Descendants Historical Society and the Shelton Heritage Society of GA & Historic Possum Trot (Shelton Heritage Society) which support the programmatic elements of the weekend, including the A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience.  Please note registration fees are not tax-deductible.

    We encourage you to learn more about these organizations and their ongoing work in preservation, research, and community engagement below.  You can also follow us on Instagram and Facebook at @1874sheltonfamilysettlment.

     

    Supporting Organizations

    This gathering is supported in part by partnering descendant-led nonprofit organizations that contribute to the educational and preservation-focused components of A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience event and related programming.  Click the links for more information:

    Shelton Descendants Historical Society
    Shelton Heritage Society of GA & Historic Possum Trot (Shelton Heritage Society)

     

     

    Shelton Family Reunion & A Call to Gather - A Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience 

    Options & Details

    *Event details, schedules, programming elements,  vendors, and payment options, may be updated as planning and payment integration are finalized.

     

    🟦 Dates and Location:

    Dates: July 24–25, 2026

    Location:

    Berry College, Krannert Center – Main Ballroom        
    2277 Martha Berry Drive, Rome, Georgia


    🟦 Registration Options
    Full Reunion Experience     (Private Family Registration)
    July 24 & 25, 2026 (All Day Friday/Saturday)

    Adults (Ages 13+): $135
    Children (Ages 3–13): $40
    Ages 0–2: Complimentary

    Includes a curated collection of commemorative items, and full access to all reunion and heritage preservation activities, including—but not limited to—the a Friday Family Mix & Mingle featuring Georgia Southern cuisine by InJoy Catering of Atlanta, the Friday Welcome Luncheon featuring Italian cuisine catered by Olive Garden, heritage tours, the A Call to Gather Intertwined Legacies Luncheon, a Possum Trot ceremony, and the Saturday evening Legacy Gala. Catered buffet-style lunch and dinner provided daily. Vegetarian options available. (Excludes optional meals and commemorative t-shirt/onesie. Optional Friday Breakfast (Light Continental) $10/Optional catered Saturday Breakfast $20.  Meal offerings and catering vendors are subject to change.) 

    Saturday Heritage Experience (Private Family Registration)
    July 25, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. (All Day Saturday) 

    Adults (Ages 13+): $90
    Children (Ages 3–13): $30
    Ages 0–2: Complimentary

    Includes a curated collection of commemorative items, and access to the full Saturday experience, including the A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience, which includes the Intertwined Legacies luncheon, guest speakers, a visit to Freemantown and Possum Trot ceremony.  This option also includes the Saturday evening Legacy Awards Gala. Catered buffet-style lunch and dinner provided daily. Catering for Saturday's A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience and Legacy Gala provided by Berry College.  Vegetarian option available. (Excludes optional catered breakfast and commemorative t-shirt/onesie $12. Optional Saturday Breakfast $20.  Meal offerings and catering vendors are subject to change.)


    Saturday A Call to Gather - A Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience Gathering Only     (Family & Guest Registration)
    July 25, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.     

    Adults (Ages 13+): $50
    Children (Ages 3–13): $20
    Ages 0–2: Complimentary

    Includes a curated collection of commemorative items and access to the full educational, immersive, and interactive program, which includes the Intertwined Legacies luncheon, guest speakers, visit to Freemantown and a Possum Trot ceremony. A Call to Gather invites family and community guests, including scholars, students, preservationists, public historians, and others interested in learning about the Shelton Family Cemetery at Possum Trot and committed to the work of historic preservation.  Catered buffet-style lunch and dinner provided daily. Catering for Saturday's A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience and Legacy Gala provided by Berry College. Vegetarian option available. (Excludes optional catered breakfast and commemorative t-shirt/onesie $12. Optional Saturday Breakfast $20.  Meal offerings and catering vendors are subject to change.)

     

    Legacy Awards Information

    The Legacy Gala is a special evening dedicated to honoring individuals whose lives and contributions reflect the enduring legacy of the Shelton family and its interconnected communities. This celebratory event recognizes those who have demonstrated leadership, service, and a commitment to preserving our shared history. We invite you to submit a nomination using the link below:  Legacy Awards Nomination Form


    🟦 Optional Additions

    - Friday Light Continental Breakfast – $10
    - Saturday Morning A Call to Gather Breakfast – $20 (Catered by Berry College)
    - Commemorative T-Shirts/Onesies – $12

     

    🟦 Suggested Attire

    Friday: Casual or Reunion T-Shirt
    Saturday (A Call to Gather Experience): All White, Reunion T-Shirt, or Casual
    Saturday Legacy Gala: Dressy or Semi-Formal Attire
    Group photos will be taken at each event.

     

    🟦 Payment Information
    All payments are due by June 30, 2026. T-shirt orders are due by Tuesday, July 7, 2026. 

    Payment plans are available for the adult /teen Full Reunion and A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience and the Saturday Heritage Full Day Experience only.

    Payment Plans:

    Full Reunion & A Call to Gather Experience — $135 (Ages 13 +)
    May Payment: $67.50 (Due by May 31)
    June Payment (Due June 30): $67.50

    Saturday Heritage Full Day Experience — $90 (Ages 13 +)
    May Payment: $45 (Due by May 31)
    June Payment (Due June 30): $45

     

    How to Pay

    Please complete your registration and submit your payment at the end of the form.

    Payments are processed securely through Stripe (Credit/Debit, Apple Pay, and ACH) or may be completed by mail (check, cashier’s check, or money order).  Standard processing fees may apply to Stripe payments.

    Alternative payment methods are also be available. Additional payment and processing options may be updated or adjusted.

    Important: Registration is not considered complete until payment is received and any outstanding balances are paid in full.

    If you require an alternative payment method, please follow the instructions provided within the registration form or contact SFSPT at reunion@sfsga.org or text or call us at 703-410-3517 for assistance.  

    Pay by Mail
    You may also submit payment by mail using a check, cashier’s check, or money order:

    Make payable to:
    The Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot

    Mail to:
    11357 Nuckols,  Rd #1277
    Glen Allen, VA 23059

    Refund Policy:
    Registration payments help cover event planning, catering, venue coordination, and commemorative materials associated with the 2026 Shelton Family Reunion & A Call to Gather – A Shelton Heritage Preservation Experience.

    Refund requests submitted on or before July 8, 2026 will be honored less any non-refundable processing fees, finalized apparel costs, or committed vendor expenses. After July 8, 2026, refunds generally cannot be guaranteed due to finalized catering, apparel, and event-related vendor commitments.

    Commemorative apparel and custom items, including t-shirts and onesies, are non-refundable after July 7, 2026 once production orders have been finalized. Requests related to extenuating circumstances may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.


    🟦 Hotel Information (Optional)
    Hampton Inn & Suites – Rome, GA

    Link to Hotel Information:  2026 Shelton Reunion & A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Lodging Information

    Rate: $154 per night
    Stay Window: July 23–26, 2026
    Reservation Deadline: June 23, 2026
    Room Block Code: SFR

    🟦 Additional Notes
    Oral history interviews will be conducted throughout the weekend, including during the Shelton Family Cemetery at Possum Trot gathering.


    🟦 Media Release Notice
    This event will be photographed, filmed, and recorded. By attending, you acknowledge and consent to the use of your image, likeness, and voice in media captured during the event. These materials may be used by the Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot Preservation Team and participating family organizations for archival, educational, and promotional purposes.  The media may be present for the A Call to Gather portion of the event.  Family members and guests who prefer not to have their image, voice, or likeness shared publicly are encouraged to notify SFSPT so that reasonable efforts may be made to honor those preferences.

     

    🟦 Important:  General Participation/Responsibility Statement
    Participation in reunion and A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience  activities is voluntary. Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings, travel arrangements, and individual well-being during the gathering. Event details, programming, speakers, times, and vendors are subject to change.


    🟦 Important Tax Notice
    The Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot (SFSPT), the host of this event, is not a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Participating nonprofit organizations support the educational components of the A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience and related heritage programming.  Registration fees are not tax-deductible.

    *Photo Credit:  Brant Sanderlin, Berry College

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    Vegetarian meal preferences and dietary accommodations will be taken into consideration during final event planning. Current anticipated vegetarian-friendly options include assorted bagels and continental breakfast selections for Friday morning, as well as Berry College Catering breakfast items such as breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, pastries, beverages, and assorted bagels for Saturday morning.  Please note breakfast for each day is optional and available at an additional cost.

    For the Saturday A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Intertwined Legacies Luncheon, the anticipated vegetarian entrée is a stuffed portobello mushroom. The current anticipated vegetarian option for the Saturday evening Legacy Gala is vegetarian lasagna.

    For the Friday evening Mix & Mingle, a vegetarian entrée option is expected to be available upon request; however, some accompanying sides, starters, or related menu components may not be fully vegetarian.

    For the Italian lunch gathering, anticipated vegetarian-friendly selections may include house salad, breadsticks, fettuccine Alfredo, five cheese Ziti, spaghetti with marinara, select pasta dishes, desserts, and beverages.

    Menu selections, ingredients, and accommodations are subject to change as final event planning and catering coordination continue. Additional updates regarding vegetarian accommodations and menu selections may be provided closer to the event date.

     

    Important Dietary & Allergen Notice:


    Please note that fish and fish-derived ingredients may be included in certain meals served during the weekend gathering, including but not limited to sauces, gravies, broths, seasonings, dressings, or other food preparations. While dietary information is collected to help inform planning, the gathering cannot guarantee allergen-free food preparation environments or the absence of cross-contact. Guests with food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions and make meal choices accordingly.

     

    Disclaimer:

    We will make reasonable efforts to communicate dietary requests to our catering partners; however, we cannot guarantee that all dietary needs or restrictions can be fully accommodated.

     

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    Vegetarian meal preferences and dietary accommodations will be taken into consideration during final event planning. Current anticipated vegetarian-friendly options include assorted bagels and continental breakfast selections for Friday morning, as well as Berry College Catering breakfast items such as breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, pastries, beverages, and assorted bagels for Saturday morning.  Please note breakfast for each day is optional and available at an additional cost.

    For the Saturday A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Intertwined Legacies Luncheon, the anticipated vegetarian entrée is a stuffed portobello mushroom. The current anticipated vegetarian option for the Saturday evening Legacy Gala is vegetarian lasagna.

    For the Friday evening Mix & Mingle, a vegetarian entrée option is expected to be available upon request; however, some accompanying sides, starters, or related menu components may not be fully vegetarian.

    For the Italian lunch gathering, anticipated vegetarian-friendly selections may include house salad, breadsticks, fettuccine Alfredo, five cheese Ziti, spaghetti with marinara, select pasta dishes, desserts, and beverages.

    Menu selections, ingredients, and accommodations are subject to change as final event planning and catering coordination continue. Additional updates regarding vegetarian accommodations and menu selections may be provided closer to the event date.

     

    Important Dietary & Allergen Notice:


    Please note that fish and fish-derived ingredients may be included in certain meals served during the weekend gathering, including but not limited to sauces, gravies, broths, seasonings, dressings, or other food preparations. While dietary information is collected to help inform planning, the gathering cannot guarantee allergen-free food preparation environments or the absence of cross-contact. Guests with food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions and make meal choices accordingly.

     

    Disclaimer:

    We will make reasonable efforts to communicate dietary requests to our catering partners; however, we cannot guarantee that all dietary needs or restrictions can be fully accommodated.

     

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    Vegetarian meal preferences and dietary accommodations will be taken into consideration during final event planning. Current anticipated vegetarian-friendly options include assorted bagels and continental breakfast selections for Friday morning, as well as Berry College Catering breakfast items such as breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, pastries, beverages, and assorted bagels for Saturday morning.  Please note breakfast for each day is optional and available at an additional cost.

    For the Saturday A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Intertwined Legacies Luncheon, the anticipated vegetarian entrée is a stuffed portobello mushroom. The current anticipated vegetarian option for the Saturday evening Legacy Gala is vegetarian lasagna.

    For the Friday evening Mix & Mingle, a vegetarian entrée option is expected to be available upon request; however, some accompanying sides, starters, or related menu components may not be fully vegetarian.

    For the Italian lunch gathering, anticipated vegetarian-friendly selections may include house salad, breadsticks, fettuccine Alfredo, five cheese Ziti, spaghetti with marinara, select pasta dishes, desserts, and beverages.

    Menu selections, ingredients, and accommodations are subject to change as final event planning and catering coordination continue. Additional updates regarding vegetarian accommodations and menu selections may be provided closer to the event date.

     

    Important Dietary & Allergen Notice:


    Please note that fish and fish-derived ingredients may be included in certain meals served during the weekend gathering, including but not limited to sauces, gravies, broths, seasonings, dressings, or other food preparations. While dietary information is collected to help inform planning, the gathering cannot guarantee allergen-free food preparation environments or the absence of cross-contact. Guests with food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions and make meal choices accordingly.

     

    Disclaimer:

    We will make reasonable efforts to communicate dietary requests to our catering partners; however, we cannot guarantee that all dietary needs or restrictions can be fully accommodated.

     

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    Vegetarian meal preferences and dietary accommodations will be taken into consideration during final event planning. Current anticipated vegetarian-friendly options include assorted bagels and continental breakfast selections for Friday morning, as well as Berry College Catering breakfast items such as breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, pastries, beverages, and assorted bagels for Saturday morning.  Please note breakfast for each day is optional and available at an additional cost.

    For the Saturday A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Intertwined Legacies Luncheon, the anticipated vegetarian entrée is a stuffed portobello mushroom. The current anticipated vegetarian option for the Saturday evening Legacy Gala is vegetarian lasagna.

    For the Friday evening Mix & Mingle, a vegetarian entrée option is expected to be available upon request; however, some accompanying sides, starters, or related menu components may not be fully vegetarian.

    For the Italian lunch gathering, anticipated vegetarian-friendly selections may include house salad, breadsticks, fettuccine Alfredo, five cheese Ziti, spaghetti with marinara, select pasta dishes, desserts, and beverages.

    Menu selections, ingredients, and accommodations are subject to change as final event planning and catering coordination continue. Additional updates regarding vegetarian accommodations and menu selections may be provided closer to the event date.

     

    Important Dietary & Allergen Notice:


    Please note that fish and fish-derived ingredients may be included in certain meals served during the weekend gathering, including but not limited to sauces, gravies, broths, seasonings, dressings, or other food preparations. While dietary information is collected to help inform planning, the gathering cannot guarantee allergen-free food preparation environments or the absence of cross-contact. Guests with food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions and make meal choices accordingly.

     

    Disclaimer:

    We will make reasonable efforts to communicate dietary requests to our catering partners; however, we cannot guarantee that all dietary needs or restrictions can be fully accommodated.

     

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    Vegetarian meal preferences and dietary accommodations will be taken into consideration during final event planning. Current anticipated vegetarian-friendly options include assorted bagels and continental breakfast selections for Friday morning, as well as Berry College Catering breakfast items such as breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, pastries, beverages, and assorted bagels for Saturday morning.  Please note breakfast for each day is optional and available at an additional cost.

    For the Saturday A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Intertwined Legacies Luncheon, the anticipated vegetarian entrée is a stuffed portobello mushroom. The current anticipated vegetarian option for the Saturday evening Legacy Gala is vegetarian lasagna.

    For the Friday evening Mix & Mingle, a vegetarian entrée option is expected to be available upon request; however, some accompanying sides, starters, or related menu components may not be fully vegetarian.

    For the Italian lunch gathering, anticipated vegetarian-friendly selections may include house salad, breadsticks, fettuccine Alfredo, five cheese Ziti, spaghetti with marinara, select pasta dishes, desserts, and beverages.

    Menu selections, ingredients, and accommodations are subject to change as final event planning and catering coordination continue. Additional updates regarding vegetarian accommodations and menu selections may be provided closer to the event date.

     

    Important Dietary & Allergen Notice:


    Please note that fish and fish-derived ingredients may be included in certain meals served during the weekend gathering, including but not limited to sauces, gravies, broths, seasonings, dressings, or other food preparations. While dietary information is collected to help inform planning, the gathering cannot guarantee allergen-free food preparation environments or the absence of cross-contact. Guests with food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions and make meal choices accordingly.

     

    Disclaimer:

    We will make reasonable efforts to communicate dietary requests to our catering partners; however, we cannot guarantee that all dietary needs or restrictions can be fully accommodated.

     

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    Vegetarian meal preferences and dietary accommodations will be taken into consideration during final event planning. Current anticipated vegetarian-friendly options include assorted bagels and continental breakfast selections for Friday morning, as well as Berry College Catering breakfast items such as breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, pastries, beverages, and assorted bagels for Saturday morning.  Please note breakfast for each day is optional and available at an additional cost.

    For the Saturday A Call to Gather Heritage Preservation Experience Intertwined Legacies Luncheon, the anticipated vegetarian entrée is a stuffed portobello mushroom. The current anticipated vegetarian option for the Saturday evening Legacy Gala is vegetarian lasagna.

    For the Friday evening Mix & Mingle, a vegetarian entrée option is expected to be available upon request; however, some accompanying sides, starters, or related menu components may not be fully vegetarian.

    For the Italian lunch gathering, anticipated vegetarian-friendly selections may include house salad, breadsticks, fettuccine Alfredo, five cheese Ziti, spaghetti with marinara, select pasta dishes, desserts, and beverages.

    Menu selections, ingredients, and accommodations are subject to change as final event planning and catering coordination continue. Additional updates regarding vegetarian accommodations and menu selections may be provided closer to the event date.

     

    Important Dietary & Allergen Notice:


    Please note that fish and fish-derived ingredients may be included in certain meals served during the weekend gathering, including but not limited to sauces, gravies, broths, seasonings, dressings, or other food preparations. While dietary information is collected to help inform planning, the gathering cannot guarantee allergen-free food preparation environments or the absence of cross-contact. Guests with food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions are encouraged to take appropriate precautions and make meal choices accordingly.

     

    Disclaimer:

    We will make reasonable efforts to communicate dietary requests to our catering partners; however, we cannot guarantee that all dietary needs or restrictions can be fully accommodated.

     

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  • Alternative Payment Methods

  • Alternative payment methods are available upon request. Additional payment and processing options may be updated or adjusted as registration setup continues.


    Please note: Some or all alternative payment methods may be available only for a limited period of time.

    Please contact SFSPT for alternative payment instructions and current availability.

  • For Family/Interconnected Family Members - APM

    APM - Alternative Payment Methods - Pay in Full

  • Pay In Full Alternative Payment Methods

    Alternative payment methods are currently being coordinated as payment processing setup is finalized. Family members who prefer to use Zelle may use the payment information below. Additional payment methods or other arrangements may also be available upon request.

    Zelle is currently the primary alternative payment method for family registrations and family payment plan installments.

    ***Zelle: events@sfsga.org*** 

    ***Please note:  When submitting payment through Zelle, the recipient may display as "Karen" during confirmation due to account enrollment settings.  Please take a moment to save or write down the payment information above for reference.***

    Please text SFSPT at 703-410-3517 or email reunion@sfsga.org for payment assistance and available payment options.

    Text:
    “FM Payment Info – [Your Name]”
    (FM = Family Member)

    Mail-In Payment

    Check, cashier’s check, or money order may be mailed.

    Make payable to:
    Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot

    Mail to:
    11357 Nuckols Rd, #1277
    Glen Allen, VA 23059

    Memo (Required for All Alternative Payments)

    Name (Primary Registrant) – # of Attendees – Reunion 2026

    Example:
    Amy Smith – 3 – Reunion 2026

  • For Community Guests - APM

    APM - Alternative Payment Methods - Pay in Full

  • Pay in Full Alternative Payment Methods

    Alternative payment methods (including Zelle, etc.) are available upon request.  

    Alternative payment methods are currently being coordinated as payment processing setup is finalized. Guests who prefer to use Zelle or require another payment option, or other arrangements, may contact SFSPT directly for current payment instructions.  Zelle is the primary alternative payment method.

    Please text SFSPT at 703-410-3517 or email reunion@sfsga.org for payment assistance and available payment options. Text "CG Payment Info - [Your Name]" CG - Community Guest for current payment instructions and available payment options.

    Please take a moment to save or write down the payment information above for reference. 

    Mail-In Payment 

    Check, cashier’s check, or money order may be mailed.

    Make payable to: Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot

    Mail to:
    11357 Nuckols Rd, #1277, Glen Allen, VA 23059


    Memo (Required for All Alternative Payments)
    Memo / Note you will include with your payment:

    Name (Primary Registrant) – # of Attendees – Reunion 2026

    Example:
    Amy Smith – 3 – Reunion 2026


    For all other payment methods, please contact SFSPT to receive payment instructions:

    📞 703-410-3517 (call or text)
    📧 reunion@sfsga.org

  • Payment Plan Instructions

  • Payment Plan Instructions

    Payment plans are available using alternative payment methods and are completed in two installments.

    Registration is not considered complete until full payment has been received.


    Full Reunion & A Call to Gather Experience — $135 (Ages 13+)
    First Payment: $67.50 (Due by May 31)
    Final Payment: $67.50 (Due by June 30)

    Saturday Heritage Full-Day Experience — $90 (Ages 13+)
    First Payment: $45 (Due by May 31)
    Final Payment: $45 (Due by June 30)

  • For Family/Interconnected Family Members - PP

    PP - Payment Plan

  • Zelle may be used for payment plans; availability may be limited. Zelle is currently the primary method for registration and family payment plan installments.  

    Additional payment methods may also be available. If using installment payments, payments should be submitted according to the payment schedule listed above.

    ***Zelle: events@sgsga.org***

    ***Please note: When submitting payment through Zelle, the recipient may display as "Karen" during confirmation due to account enrollment settings. Please take a moment to save or write down the payment information above for reference.  ***

    Text "FM Payment Info - [Your Name]" (FM - Family Member) for current payment instructions and available payment options.

    📞 703-410-3517 (call or text)
    📧 reunion@sfsga.org

  • For Community Guests - PP

    PP - Payment Plan

  • Payment plans are available upon request.  

    Please contact SFSPT to receive payment plan options and instructions.  Please contact SFSPT to receive payment instructions and confirm your payment plan. Text "CG Payment Info - [Your Name]" CG - Community Guest for current payment instructions and available payment options.

     

    📞 703-410-3517
    📧 reunion@sfsga.org

    Please take a moment to save or write down the payment information above for reference.

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  • Event Information & Communications

  • Event details, programming, speakers, vendors, schedule components, and related offerings remain subject to updates and refinement.

    Registered attendees may receive email communications related to reunion updates, logistics, preservation initiatives, and related family/community activities associated with SFSPT. Attendees may unsubscribe from non-essential communications at any time.

  • Stay Connected

  • Are you a descendant or connected family member interested in staying connected beyond the reunion weekend?

    Follow ongoing preservation efforts, descendant stories, historical reflections, and future family/community activities through the Cathey-Shelton Descendant Social Media Group.

    Cathey-Shelton Social Media Group (Facebook)

    Follow SFSPT (Shelton Family Settlement at Possum Trot) on social media (Instagram and Facebook) IG - @1874SheltonFamilySettlement and Facebook: 1874SheltonFamilySettlement  and Linktree (@1874Sheltonfamilysettlement)

     

     

  • Refund Policy

  • Registration payments help cover event planning, catering, venue coordination, and commemorative materials associated with the 2026 Shelton Family Reunion & A Call to Gather.

    Refund requests submitted on or before July 8, 2026 will be honored less any non-refundable processing fees, finalized apparel costs, or committed vendor expenses. After July 8, 2026, refunds generally cannot be guaranteed due to finalized catering, apparel, and event-related vendor commitments.

    Commemorative apparel and custom items, including t-shirts and onesies, are non-refundable after July 7, 2026 once production orders have been finalized. Requests related to extenuating circumstances may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

     

  • Registration & Payment Confirmation

  • Registration is not considered complete until all required payments have been received and finalized. Guests utilizing payment plans are responsible for submitting all remaining installments by the applicable deadlines.

    Event details, including schedule, programming, vendors, and payment processing methods, are subject to change.

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