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History
This reunion destination embraced a Jamaican vibe, summed up by the phrase “One Love.”
What is Myrtle Beach, SC?
This dynamic duo is known as the grill masters of the reunion.
Who are Des and Fadale?
This animal might be spotted in the mountains looking for snacks.
What is a bear?
This reunion tradition often includes a microphone and a lot of questionable song choices.
This flotation device is proof that your family loves you...but doesn't trust your swimming skills.
What is a life jacket?
This reunion destination in 2018 is where we flashed back to the roaring 20s and gambled the night away.
What is Lake Lanier, GA?
This INDIVIDUAL holds the record for the most wins in the history of the Ellington Family Reunion Spades Tournament.
Who is Fadale?
The name of the lodge we are currently staying at.
What is Grand Leconte Lodge?
This infamous cookie was used in a Minute-To-Win-It game where contestants make ugly faces.
What is an Oreo?
In family reunion Spades, this offense is usually followed by yelling, card slamming, and someone saying "CHECK THE BOOKS!"
What is renege?
This reunion's destination had everyone seeing one color, as guests were dressed head-to-toe in white.
What is Detroit, MI
This TEAM holds the record for the most wins in the history of the Ellington Family Reunion Spades Tournament.
Who are Fadale and Terry?
This nearby national park is America's most visited national park.
What is the Great Smokey Mountains national park?
This reunion lodging had hidden walls and tunnels to find treasure.
What is The Castle?
Unsure whether it’s Antoine or Antonio you're talking to, this go-to name keeps you from getting it wrong.
What is TWIN?
This was the last reunion destination where we all stayed together in one hotel.
What is Detroit, MI?
This family firefighter likes to invite others to "death row" when it comes to playing Spades.
Who is Apollo?
This famous entertainer has a stampede dinner show in Pigeon Forge.
Who is Dolly Parton?
During our last reunion in Pigeon Forge, we assembled these modes of transportation and donated to a local kids shelter.
What are bikes?
This reunion destination had THE BEST live band.
What is Rochester, NY?
This year marks the founding of the Ellington Family Reunion.
What is 1998?
DAILY DOUBLE! This respected family veteran always participates and never quits—once continuing a family chase even after losing a shoe.
Who is Marie "Ree" Ellington?
This popular Pigeon Forge ride combines beautiful mountain views with the feeling of accidently going too fast in a shopping cart.
What is an alpine coaster?
This reunion activity included challenges such as singing on the beach to strangers and performing a Haka dance in public.
What is The Amazing Chase?
DAILY DOUBLE! This celebrity gave a shoutout to our Ellington Family Reunion in 2022.
Who is Cedric the Entertainer?