THANK YOU EVERYONE!!!

What an amazing weekend!

We are so glad so many of you made the trek to PEI to celebrate our Hogan family roots.

Please stay in touch and be sure to share photos and family stories to bring our history alive.

Hogan Family Reunion participants on the steps of St. Dunstan's Basilica, Charlottetown, PEI, Canada

 

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Saturday, August 6, 2016

Experience PEI and Do's and Don'ts

The "Experience PEI" page on this blog has some must-do/must-see suggestions for your visit to PEI. The "Do's and Don'ts" page has just that: some do's and don'ts while you are on our island.

Keep checking back as more ideas are added.

Cavendish Beach, July 2015

Photo Information

PLEASE READ!! Here is a second letter from Cynthia Coyle regarding photographs to be taken by a professional photographer on Friday, August 5th.

July 7, 2016

Hello again Hogan relatives,

I have been in touch with a photographer as I thought that it might be nice to have some good photographs taken to remember our time together.  These will be taken on August 5th at MP’s house.

I will go ahead and book the photographer for at least a brief shoot; which will include a photo of our large group and a photo of the groups connected to each of Rufus’ children (as well as any group related from a different branch – about 15 photos).

For a larger fee ($400.00) the photographer will stay longer and do more photos.   He would then give us free access to the above photos and more up to 40 in total.  Any others that anyone wanted beyond the 40 would have to be purchased at $25.00 a piece.  

I just wanted to give you the opportunity to weigh in on what you would like.  If you would like to have more photos done – with the basic ones being the ones mentioned above, perhaps those interested could contribute and we can make it happen.  

If 20 people contribute $20.00 each we have the fee covered fully.  I can also cover a larger portion (since it is my idea and desire) and then offset the rest of the cost with whatever people can contribute.  

Please let me know what you would like fairly soon as I need to book the photographer and let him know the extent that he will be needed.  

No pressure on anyone to contribute – but thought that you might wish to be consulted before I go with the smaller package.  

If it turns out, people would like to contribute and there is a little money left over, it can go towards any needs during the events ( if that is okay with all )

Thanks,

Cynthia

Suggestion for Family Photo

The following is a message to everyone from Cynthia Coyle (Michael's sister) who will be travelling from British Columbia to PEI for the reunion. She has an idea for a family photo that would involve anyone interested wearing a particular colour scheme. Please read on...

Hello MP Hogan Descendants,

In another month we will ‘descend’ upon the Island and gather to celebrate our heritage and exchange family stories and just have a nice visit together. 

I have an idea to propose.  It is completely optional!!! 

On the afternoon of our gathering at MP’s house (26 Prince Street), I would like to propose for those who are interested, that we have a bit of a theme in our attire for a nice, memorable family photo.   We can take the photo outside in the front of MP’s house.

We can certainly take many photos so this is just one that I would like to create. 

If you are interested, I would like to suggest that we wear soft summer colors.  I was thinking of white, beige/cream and light or pale blue.  It does not have to be formal or dressy unless that is what you choose for yourself.   A pair of faded jeans would fit in fine.  So it is not about dressing up so much as coordinating with each other in the photo.  

I have read a bit about these photo ideas – and two other suggestions are to wear something with sleeves – short or long, and wear a solid color rather than a print. 

No pressure and you do not have to participate – did I already say that J ? 

Thanks everyone – see you soon !!

 Cynthia Coyle

Plans finalized...

With just one month to go until the Hogan Reunion, the itinerary has been finalized:

Friday August 5^th   

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. - Meet, greet and see the M. P. Hogan home built in 1886 and restored over the past ten years. Lots of family memorabilia and stories to share with all.

Saturday August 6^th

9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. - Hogan mass at St. Dunstan’s Basilica

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Walking tour of Charlottetown with particular emphasis on what life was like when the Hogan’s came to the Island in 1875 and various buildings built by M. P. Hogan. Walk led by Catherine Hennessey, author of The Landscapes of Confederation.

Sunday August 7th

1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (although could go later!) - Garden party with live Island music at the Kenny’s home in Stratford (five mins from downtown Charlottetown).

Monday, August 8th

Optional trip to Brule, Nova Scotia to see where the Hogan’s landed in 1825 and see the Hogan cemetery.

This will leave lots of time for you to explore the Island and experience our way of life. There's no better time to visit PEI than in the summer -- there's SO much going on!

When you arrive, you MUST pick up a copy of The Buzz, PEI's guide to arts, culture, and entertainment. Not only is it an informative publication, but it's absolutely FREE!!! Check it out on-line at The Buzz, and start planning the rest of your visit.

Have a look at the PEI Visitor's Guide as well. You can view it online or download it. Print copies can be requested, however, with the possibility of a postal strike, your best bet is to view it on your computer.

We have something for everyone: live theatre and musical theatre; traditional Irish, Scottish, and Acadian music; classical music; art galleries; community and Provincial museums; amusement parks; shops with pottery and other Island-made crafts; kayak, paddle board, and bicycle rentals; golf courses; yoga studios, including hot yoga; movie theatres (a Cineplex Odeon and an independent theatre); a farmer's market (Wednesdays and Saturdays in Charlottetown); beaches (you have to pay to go to National Park beaches with amenities, but there are lots of others that are free); lobster suppers; beautiful scenery to enjoy and photograph; and the list goes on and on.

See you soon!