Thirty-five years
already?!?!??!?!
Our thirty-fifth Class
Friday evening there will be an
informal get together at the Mendota Elks Club. Meet up with classmates and catch up on old
times while at the Elks, stroll the carnival, head out to Rip’s, or….??? You’re on your own for food and drinks at
this one.
Saturday morning tee times will
be available at the Mendota Golf Club
beginning at 8:00 am sharp. Line up your
foursome or sign up individually to enjoy a round of golf at the beautiful 18
hole course. There are a limited number
of slots available so sign up early!
Also Saturday beginning at noon
we will gather for a picnic at the rear shelter of
And finally, on Sunday – if there
is enough interest – we will have a float in the Sweet Corn Festival parade.
We’d like a great turn out for
this reunion. Many out-of-towners spend
a lot of time, money and effort to return to Mendota to see their old friends
only to have many of their classmates not show up. We’ve all put on a few pounds, lost some
hair, gained some wrinkles, made our share of mistakes. Whatever the reason you feel you shouldn’t or
don’t want to attend, please, put them aside.
Your fellow classmates really do want to see you! And as sad as it may be, by the next reunion,
there will most likely be fewer of us.
So here’s the deal. Friday evening is basically pay your own
way. We offer a spot to meet. You go from there. Saturday morning golf isn’t for everyone, but
for those who enjoy it, please take part.
Saturday afternoon and evening at the lake is the main event. PLEASE,
at least stop in and say hello. Stay as
long as you can. And this year, pay what
you want. That’s right – pay what you
want. Or even pay nothing! The bottom line is that we want you there! How do you put a price on 50 year
friendships? Just donate whatever you
can or whatever it is worth to you.
We’ll manage. No one will know
who donated what. Just come and enjoy
yourself and let others enjoy your company.
Your presence is priceless.
Check the next sheet for
details. Please respond as soon as
possible so that we may better plan the events.
Friday evening after
5:30 meet at the Mendota Elks Club,
If you are interested in playing
golf Saturday morning at the Mendota Golf Club, please call Randy Fox at
(815) 539-5461 or email him by
. Tee times are
limited, so reserve yours now! $15 for 9
holes. $27 for 18. Includes cart. Paid the day of the event. Food and beverages – pay as you go.
Saturday starts at
12:00 Noon with lunch beginning at 1:00 pm at the rear shelter of
Saturday evening
meal will feature grilled steaks, chops, chicken or vegetarian entrée with
salad bar and steam table sides. Please
indicate participation and selection*.
(by donation - $20/person value)
Your favorite beverages will be
available all day Saturday. Please indicate selection*. Water?
Brand of soda? Coffee? Brand of beer? Margaritas?
Brand of wine or cooler?
Liquor/mix? Other? Nothing too exotic, but tell us what you want
(and how much) and we will try our best to have it for you. We would rather you be more specific than too
general. (by donation – value varies)
Sunday – parade at
1:00 pm. Please indicate desire to
participate.
*Send your RSVP for the Saturday
picnic and Sunday parade with your anticipated participation level and
selections as soon as possible to:
Class of ‘72
(815) 539-6100
Make checks payable to “Class of
‘72”
Or if you prefer there will be a
page available shortly at www.mhsclassof72.com where you can RSVP and make a payment via the
Internet. Updates and a link to post and
view comments will also be available there.
We will put on the best Saturday
event that we can with the funds available.
Although not finalized, estimated values for the events are listed
above. If you are willing and able to
give more we certainly encourage it. Unused
funds will remain in our Class of ’72 account at Eureka Savings Bank to be used
for our next reunion and flowers/memorials for departed classmates.