The Henty Community History Group and the Henty Memorial Recreation and Sporting Association Inc. invite you, members of your family, and friends to the unveiling of two Commemorative Stones at Portland Road, Henty on Saturday (Easter Saturday) 7th April 2007 at 2 pm.

One Commemorative Stone is in the memory of all our early Settlers, and the Hindson Estate Share Farmers. The other commemorates the Hindson Estate Soldier Settlers. This event will also provide an opportunity for us to remember the contribution of the early settlers and farmers, reminisce and catch up with family, friends and former neighbors.

Activities for the Weekend

Friday 6 April (Good Friday)
If you would like to organize a family get-together on the Friday night, the owners of the Albion Hotel, Casterton will open for drinks and a meal. When you RSVP, please let Dawn or Ann know if you would like to meet at the Albion, so we can let the owners know.

Saturday 7 April 2pm - Unveiling of the Commemorative Stones and Afternoon Tea The unveiling of the Commemorative Stones will be at 2pm at Portland Road just before Merino Downs. This will be followed by Afternoon Tea at the Henty Hall.

Displays

There will be a display of interesting local historical photos by Mr. Vern McCallum. He has offered to copy any of your photos on the day for inclusion in our research, so bring along anything of interest. We are also in the process of collecting family and historical information to place on a website, so we would welcome your Family Story.

Dinner

We would like everyone to continue their reunion at a BBQ Dinner (Rotary Fundraiser), followed by a Family Dance. Supper will be available at a minimal charge.

Please Invite Others

Due to financial constraints and our limited knowledge of addresses of descendants and former Henty residents, in most cases only one representative of each family will receive an invitation. We request that you contact other family members, friends and any other people you think would like to attend this event.

Donations

A number of people have asked about contributing financially to the establishment of the commemorative stones. We would welcome any donations to assist this project.

RSVP

We would like a reply for catering purposes by 21st March 2007.

Please reply with the names and phone numbers of those attending the Unveiling, Afternoon Tea and BBQ Dinner to:

Dawn Mill: ph 03 5581 2174
or
Ann James: ph 03 5579 1374, email - jamesar@bigpond.com
PO Box 195, Casterton, Vic 3311

Further information about the weekend can be obtained from Dawn or Ann at the above numbers.