Welcome to the Benson Family Reunion Blog!

Patti, Ann, Mark, Alex & Matt look forward to hosting the Benson Family Reunion in July 2007. We can't wait to see you!

Tuesday, July 24, 2007

Weather Report


Wondering about the weather forecast in Charlotte for the 2007 Benson Family Reunion? 2 days of mid 80's and 2 days of upper 80's with a 70% chance of rain on Thursday and isolated or scattered thunderstorms all other days (typical Charlotte weather).

Thu Jul 26
T-Storms
84°/67°
70 %

Fri Jul 27
Isolated T-Storms
89°/69°
30 %

Sat Jul 28
Isolated T-Storms
88°/68°
30 %

Sun Jul 29
Scattered T-Storms
84°/67°
40 %

Safe Travels to All


Safe travels to all as you begin your journey to Charlotte. Looking forward to seeing you at Ann's house on Thursday.

Wednesday, July 4, 2007

Tuesday, July 3, 2007

Birkdale Golf Course: Introduction


For those interested, Ann is hosting a 9-hole golf outing as one of the Activity Options during the family reunion. As posted on the agenda, you need to RSVP to Ann by Friday, July 13th should you wish to golf.

The course is named "Birkdale" and is located in Ann's neighborhood. Read the below text and visit www.birkdale.com for more information on this beautiful course.

About Birkdale...

The Arnold Palmer designed Birkdale golf course, is a public facility with a with "private club" atmosphere. Located on 200 acres of rolling terrain, carved between tall pines and natural streams, Birkdale is a challenging 7,013 yard, par 72 course made up of Bermuda fairways and Crenshaw bent grass greens offering a true test of golf skills.

Birkdale has received a good deal of acclaim, being voted one of the top five public golf courses in North Carolina. When it opened in 1997 it was voted The Best New Golf Course in North Carolina and was named Charlotte's Best Public Course in 1998. Four sets of tees allows golfers of all abilities to enjoy the layout at Birkdale. The course features a number of elevation changes, which are appealing to the eye and add to the challenge. Well placed water hazards require players to use every shot in their bag.

Always well manicured with firm and true greens, Birkdale Golf Club provides an outstanding daily fee golf experience that should not be missed.

Family Reunion Agenda: At-A-Glance


Patti emailed the complete Agenda for the 2007 Benson Family Reunion to everyone on July 1st. Please note the following highlights for each day as posted on the Agenda:

Thursday, July 26
PM: Arrivals, Family Dinner & Free Time

Friday, July 27
AM: 3 Activity Options...1) Golf, 2) Shopping or 3) Relax/Play Time
PM: Fun & Games, Free Time

Saturday, July 28
AM: Talent Show
PM: 3 Activity Options...1) NASCAR Garage Tour, 2) Tour of UNC Charlotte, or 3) Relax/Play Time

Sunday, July 29
AM: Church, Family Pictures & Tour of Grandparents Garden
PM: 2 Activity Options...1) Nature Walk, School Tour & Slave Cemetery or 2) Relax/Play Time

Please note that we are always open to other suggestions and ideas. Let us know if there is anything you'd like added or changed!

Sunday, July 1, 2007

Family Reunion Agenda - Watch Your In-Box


Welcome to July!

The 2007 Benson Family Reunion is a mere 25 days away with the event kicking off with dinner at Ann's house on Thursday, 7/26 at 5:00 pm. Patti, Ann & Mark have finished a draft of the Family Reunion Agenda that is designed to keep our growing clan on track and on time to ensure maximum fun during our time together.

Patti will be emailing the Agenda to each of you shortly (most likely today) so watch your in-box.

Please note that a 9-Hole Golf Outing has been scheduled (for those interested) on Friday, 7/27 at 8:30 am. Cost is $33 per person. Should you care to participate, there is a mandatory RSVP to Ann by 7/13.