Hi everyone,
I thought I would share some of our family members websites (if I missed yours, it is because I am unaware of it - please send yours in if you want it posted) to showcase some of the tremendous talent that resides within the Pearce Family. Simon Cowell, eat your heart out...
I was introduced to my cousin Kevin Gift's (Eloise Gift's son) website some time ago. You have to check this out - he is incredibly talented! http://www.kevingift.com.
My sister Kathy, as you all know has pursued her lifelong dream of professional singing - you can keep tabs on her progress at http://www.kathygrantmahon.com. You can also find Kathy on Myspace and Facebook.
My brother, Ray is a minister of a thriving church in Nepean, Ontario (Ottawa), and here is a link to his church's youth chorale site: http://www.myspace.com/biblewayyouthchorale. Bibleway's website is http://www.biblewaymin.com
Our cousin Danny Holgate has been tearing up the Broadway music scene for years - you can see some of his credits at http://www.ibdb.com/person.php?id=86136
Of course, you can check out my new website at http://www.juliechristiansen.com.
I know there is tonnes more talent floating around out there - so if you have a website, or a Myspace page that shows us that side of you, please send it along, and I'll post it here.
Showing posts with label Pearce family. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pearce family. Show all posts
Monday, June 1, 2009
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Congratulations, Peter Green!
University of Michigan lands $19.5 million solar energy project for federal government
by Nathan Bomey Michigan Business Review
Tuesday April 28, 2009, 11:33 AM
The University of Michigan is poised to strengthen its role as a national leader in solar energy technology after landing a 5-year, $19.5 million research grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.
The White House has named U-M one of its 46 "Energy Frontier Research Centers" -- collaborative research efforts designed to generate breakthrough alternative energy technologies.
U-M researchers, led by Peter Green, will pursue new technology designed to improve the efficiency of solar materials, which are used in photovoltaic solar panels and geothermal technology.
Business Review first reported last month that the university was among 260 applicants vying for EFRC funding delivered through the DOE's Office of Basic Energy Sciences.
DOE is expected to invest $777 million in 46 projects over five years. The projects are designated as multi-disciplinary research efforts involving universities, national labs, nonprofit groups and private businesses. Funding for 16 of the projects, including U-M's, comes from President Barack Obama's $787 billiion economic stimulus package approved in February.
The "center" is not expected to be a physical building but instead a research collaboration aimed at bringing together 22 U-M scientists, including six from U-M's Michigan Memorial Phoenix Energy Institute.
"It's a big win for the state in terms of trying to grow a solar energy industry here," said Gary Was, the MMPEI director.
Contact Nathan Bomey at (734) 302-1725 or nathanb@mbusinessreview.com or follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/NathanBomey.
by Nathan Bomey Michigan Business Review
Tuesday April 28, 2009, 11:33 AM
The University of Michigan is poised to strengthen its role as a national leader in solar energy technology after landing a 5-year, $19.5 million research grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.
The White House has named U-M one of its 46 "Energy Frontier Research Centers" -- collaborative research efforts designed to generate breakthrough alternative energy technologies.
U-M researchers, led by Peter Green, will pursue new technology designed to improve the efficiency of solar materials, which are used in photovoltaic solar panels and geothermal technology.
Business Review first reported last month that the university was among 260 applicants vying for EFRC funding delivered through the DOE's Office of Basic Energy Sciences.
DOE is expected to invest $777 million in 46 projects over five years. The projects are designated as multi-disciplinary research efforts involving universities, national labs, nonprofit groups and private businesses. Funding for 16 of the projects, including U-M's, comes from President Barack Obama's $787 billiion economic stimulus package approved in February.
The "center" is not expected to be a physical building but instead a research collaboration aimed at bringing together 22 U-M scientists, including six from U-M's Michigan Memorial Phoenix Energy Institute.
"It's a big win for the state in terms of trying to grow a solar energy industry here," said Gary Was, the MMPEI director.
Contact Nathan Bomey at (734) 302-1725 or nathanb@mbusinessreview.com or follow him on Twitter at twitter.com/NathanBomey.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Hotel Accommodations
Hello Family!
I feel the need to clarify something about the hotel accommodations.
Great Wolf Lodge was chosen as the venue based on feedback I received from some family members who have already RSVP'd. I understand that GWL rates are somewhat high - however, you have to see this place to realize the value we'll get if we stay there. They have offered us a GROUP RATE of $269.00 per night if our family books a minimum of 10 rooms at the hotel. This is $100 off their regular rates for July. I am only getting trickles of feedback but recently, I have heard concerns about these rates.
Of course there are other hotels in the Falls that have more reasonable rates - they are everywhere. I have also looked into the other large waterpark in Niagara Falls, which is atop the Casino, overlooking the Falls, and they have rates especially for locals, which means if we wanted to stay in other, more affordable accommodations, and take a trip to the waterpark, we could do that and it would free funds up for sightseeing, shopping, etc.
So, I am including TWO other options for accommodations in and around the Clifton Hill vicinity of Niagara Falls. Great Wolf Lodge is about 5 to 8 minutes away from Clifton Hill by car.
My suggestions are:
The Days Inn - http://www.daysbythefalls.com/ $416 for two nights on the weekend of the reunion, including taxes.
The Hampon Inn by the Falls - http://www.hamptoninnatthefalls.com/index.php $347 for two nights on the weekend of the reunion, excluding taxes.
Both of these are very accessible to the tourist area, and close enought to GWL so that if anyone wants to stay at Great Wolf Lodge, we can still all connect very easily. At this rate though, if you have not booked your hotel because of the high rates, now you have options.
PLEASE contact me directly if you have any questions at all! I am eager to hear from you. As always, please pass this information along to family members who may not know about it, as I am dealing with a limited contact list.
Thanks, and we'll see you in July!
I feel the need to clarify something about the hotel accommodations.
Great Wolf Lodge was chosen as the venue based on feedback I received from some family members who have already RSVP'd. I understand that GWL rates are somewhat high - however, you have to see this place to realize the value we'll get if we stay there. They have offered us a GROUP RATE of $269.00 per night if our family books a minimum of 10 rooms at the hotel. This is $100 off their regular rates for July. I am only getting trickles of feedback but recently, I have heard concerns about these rates.
Of course there are other hotels in the Falls that have more reasonable rates - they are everywhere. I have also looked into the other large waterpark in Niagara Falls, which is atop the Casino, overlooking the Falls, and they have rates especially for locals, which means if we wanted to stay in other, more affordable accommodations, and take a trip to the waterpark, we could do that and it would free funds up for sightseeing, shopping, etc.
So, I am including TWO other options for accommodations in and around the Clifton Hill vicinity of Niagara Falls. Great Wolf Lodge is about 5 to 8 minutes away from Clifton Hill by car.
My suggestions are:
The Days Inn - http://www.daysbythefalls.com/ $416 for two nights on the weekend of the reunion, including taxes.
The Hampon Inn by the Falls - http://www.hamptoninnatthefalls.com/index.php $347 for two nights on the weekend of the reunion, excluding taxes.
Both of these are very accessible to the tourist area, and close enought to GWL so that if anyone wants to stay at Great Wolf Lodge, we can still all connect very easily. At this rate though, if you have not booked your hotel because of the high rates, now you have options.
PLEASE contact me directly if you have any questions at all! I am eager to hear from you. As always, please pass this information along to family members who may not know about it, as I am dealing with a limited contact list.
Thanks, and we'll see you in July!
Monday, March 9, 2009
Update on Family Reunion
Just wanted to remind you all that the Family Reunion is coming soon this July, 2009 in Niagara Falls, Ontario (Canada). So far, we have attending - the Christiansens, the McKenzies, and the Grants. Will you be joining us?
If you don't want to stay in a hotel but would like a more family feel, there are several vacation homes available for rent in the Niagara region. This will allow you to come and go as you please; most homes have 3-4 bedrooms so a large family can stay there comfortably for one rate, rather than trying to cram everyone into a small hotel room, or worse yet, having to pay for several hotel rooms for the whole family. Don't forget that Great Wolf Lodge also has some large suites that can sleep up to 7 people, so you have plenty of affordable options.
If you are a descendant of the Pearce Family (Gardenpiece, Jamaica) and need any information at all, please email me (julieATjuliechristiansen.com).
See you in July!
If you don't want to stay in a hotel but would like a more family feel, there are several vacation homes available for rent in the Niagara region. This will allow you to come and go as you please; most homes have 3-4 bedrooms so a large family can stay there comfortably for one rate, rather than trying to cram everyone into a small hotel room, or worse yet, having to pay for several hotel rooms for the whole family. Don't forget that Great Wolf Lodge also has some large suites that can sleep up to 7 people, so you have plenty of affordable options.
If you are a descendant of the Pearce Family (Gardenpiece, Jamaica) and need any information at all, please email me (julieATjuliechristiansen.com).
See you in July!
Monday, November 24, 2008
2009 Pearce Family Reunion
The Pearce Family Reunion dates have been set! Save the date for July 17 to 19 - and bring your family to Niagara Falls for a weekend of fun and fellowship. We have chosen Great Wolf Lodge as our choice hotel, because of the wide range of in-house activities it offers for people of all ages, including Canada's largest indoor waterpark, and a world class Aveda Spa.
If you look back to older posts in this blog, you will see some important information about the requirements for crossing into Canada from the USA. Please note that the Niagara Region is very accessible from all points both on the Canadian and American sides. The basic agenda for the reunion is as follows:
Friday evening: Arrivals, Check ins, Meet and Greet (Fireworks at 10 p.m.)
Saturday: Breakfast - Sightseeing Tours (Wine Tours, The Falls Tourist District, Double Decker Bus Tours) OR stay and play at the Lodge.
Saturday Evening: Family Banquet (entertainment and other details TBA)
Sunday: A.M. Church service followed by brunch. (Free time/Family time - farewells)
Please pass the link to this site along to your family members who may not be familiar with it. If you plan to attend, you can post a note in the comments section of the blog, call 1-866-754-6169 or call Julie direct at 905-329-6169.
Thanks so much! I look forward to seeing you in July!
Julie Christiansen
If you look back to older posts in this blog, you will see some important information about the requirements for crossing into Canada from the USA. Please note that the Niagara Region is very accessible from all points both on the Canadian and American sides. The basic agenda for the reunion is as follows:
Friday evening: Arrivals, Check ins, Meet and Greet (Fireworks at 10 p.m.)
Saturday: Breakfast - Sightseeing Tours (Wine Tours, The Falls Tourist District, Double Decker Bus Tours) OR stay and play at the Lodge.
Saturday Evening: Family Banquet (entertainment and other details TBA)
Sunday: A.M. Church service followed by brunch. (Free time/Family time - farewells)
Please pass the link to this site along to your family members who may not be familiar with it. If you plan to attend, you can post a note in the comments section of the blog, call 1-866-754-6169 or call Julie direct at 905-329-6169.
Thanks so much! I look forward to seeing you in July!
Julie Christiansen
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