The Swiss Community Historical Society extends an invitation to all the descendants of Christian and Barbara Schumacher to attend the 2013 Schumacher family reunion this summer.

The event is from 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 4, at the Swiss (Schumacher) Homestead, 8350 Bixel Road, Bluffton.

The society will provide pulled pork sandwiches, drinks and tableware. Please bring a dish or dessert to share if you are able.

A tent, tables and chairs will be provided along with tours of the homestead. A program some additional activities are planned.

A donation of $6 per person is suggested and children under 7 eat free.

Please RSVP to Judy Hilty Kingsley at 419-236-5678 or e-mail at: kingsleyj@bluffton.edu

Here's some background on the Schumachers.