Thank you for registering to attend the 2020 Virtual FOP Family Gathering! We look forward to providing this exciting opportunity for participants to come together virtually to connect, learn and grow. In addition to general session presentations and small group discussions, we’ll be hosting family friendly social events Friday and Saturday evening!
Below are the options to join us. All social events will take place outside of the virtual event platform using Zoom video conferencing. *Video chat provides two-way video communication. You must have a microphone (audio) on your computer in order to participate, but video is optional.
Links to join the following events can be found in the agenda under the theater tab of the virtual event environment!
Bingo (North America and South America)
Friday, November 20, 7 to 9 pm (EST)/24:00 to 2:00 (GMT)
The concept of Bingo may have originated as a lottery game in Italy back in the 1500s but this November we’ll be playing the American version! We’ll help by providing access to the Bingo cards, prizes of varying value and the game hosts… just bring your love for fun and your competitive spirit.
You can participate in two ways:
1. Print and personalize your own Bingo card using the downloadable template (pictured left) and your choice of numbers for the following columns:
- B: 1-15
- I: 16-30
- N: 31-45
- G: 46-60
- 0: 61-75
2. Create your own Bingo Card online and play from your phone or computer with digital markers. You can personalize your card and play from your phone by visiting: https://myfreebingocards.com/numbers/1-75
Happy Hour (North America and South America)
Friday, November 20, 7 to 9 pm (EST)/24:00 to 2:00 (GMT)
**Must be over the legal drinking age in your country to participate.
We may not be meeting during traditional happy hour times but isn’t all the time we get to spend together as a community joyful? Grab your favorite drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) and join our Friday evening happy hour. We’ll be sharing some tips for making a few classic cocktails from home followed by plenty of time for good conversation!
We'll be making the following drinks so if you'd like to join in on the mixing fun collect these simple ingredients to make them as we go!
Old Fashioned: Ingredients- Bourbon or Rye Whiskey, Bitters, Sugar cube or spoon of sugar, orange and lemon peel for garnish
Manhattan: Ingredients- Rye Whiskey, Sweet Vermouth, Bitters, Cherry for garnish
Caregiver Campfire (North America and South America)
Friday, November 20, 7 to 9 pm (EST)/24:00 to 2:00 (GMT)
**Must be a caregiver (paid or family) of an individual with FOP to attend
Do you ever wish you could just sit around the campfire and chat with friends? The evening activity will be facilitated by Pamela Weymouth social worker, mother of twin boys, freelance writer, editor, and storyteller. Pamela will be leading her "Writing Through the Storm" workshop where she will teach caregivers how to create an easy daily habit that will boost their resilience and help them reframe daily challenges. Using science-based practices on happiness and gratitude research, she will teach participants how to incorporate simple writing prompts into their day.
Don't forget to bring your pen and paper!
Bingo (Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia)
Saturday, November 21, 9:30 to 11 am (EST)/14:30 to 16:00 (GTM)
The concept of Bingo may have originated as a lottery game in Italy back in the 1500s but this November we’ll be playing the American version! We’ll help by providing access to the Bingo cards, prizes of varying value and the game host… just bring your love for fun and your competitive spirit.
You can participate in two ways:
1. Print and personalize your own Bingo card using the downloadable template (pictured left) and your choice of numbers for the following columns:
- B: 1-15
- I: 16-30
- N: 31-45
- G: 46-60
- 0: 61-75
2. Create your own Bingo Card online and play from your phone or computer with digital markers. You can personalize your card and play from your phone by visiting: https://myfreebingocards.com/numbers/1-75
Caregiver Campfire (Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia)
Saturday, November 21 9:30 to 11 am (EST)/14:30 to 16:00 (GMT)
**Must be a caregiver (paid or family) of an individual with FOP to attend
Do you ever wish you could just sit around the campfire and chat with friends? Join other caregivers of individuals with FOP for a relaxing night around the fire. The evening activity will be facilitated by Pamela Weymouth social worker, mother of twin boys, freelance writer, editor, and storyteller. Pamela will be leading her "Writing Through the Storm" workshop where she will teach caregivers how to create an easy daily habit that will boost their resilience and help them reframe daily challenges. Using science-based practices on happiness and gratitude research, she will teach participants how to incorporate simple writing prompts into their day.
Don't forget to bring your pen and paper!
Share Your Strength Talent Show (Live Event for North America and South America, Replay Available on Sunday for Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia)
Saturday, November 21, 7 to 9 pm (EST)/24:00 to 2:00 (GMT)
We all have talents of one kind or another! Saturday we celebrate the strengths of the FOP community in all forms. Whether you have a card trick to perform, a song to sing or a cake you’ve baked, we’d love for you to share what you're passionate about. Acts can be done individually or as a group so feel free to partner with your family or friends! All talents will be pre-recorded and submitted ahead of time allowing Family Gathering attendees to participate regardless of what time zone they live in! The event will go live showcasing community talent on Saturday evening and a replay will be available all day Sunday for participants from the Eastern hemisphere.
Questions about the Family Gathering?
If you have questions about the 2020 Virtual Family Gathering, please contact Hope Newport, Family Services Manager, at [email protected] or +1 (785) 294-1607.