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John Dewey

WCRB use to sponser an afertnoon with the POPS called HI HO Disney.

They would show all the movie clips with classical music in the back ground. A lot of Fantasia.

They also did a Wha'ts Up Doc program.  KILL THE WABBIT, KILL THE WABBIT.

John Martin

Thanks LInda for the nice photo of you and Paul L.  You are both looking great.

Paul, I'm very impressed that you head up the Springfield Symphony. I'll try and find the web site and check out your performances.  I'm a supporter of KDFC out here in the Bay Area.  When I was at Babson  for business school, along with multiple NHS classmates: ( Paul Clancy, Chris Pooley, Betsy Alden & Chuck Allen), we  did a fascinating and indepth case study of the business side of the Boston Symphony in our capstone class at Babson, Policy Formulation.

David Solomon

Hi Everybody,

I hope everyone is doing well.

Remember me?  For the vast majority, probably not.  😊

During high school, I worked at McNamara’s Pharmacy (Rexall), weekdays from 3 to 6, and Saturdays from 9 to 12.  McNamara’s was on Great Plain Avenue, next to Brigham’s.

Like our classmate David, I have written a book.  It was published last month and it’s a parenting (actually, parenting plus) book, titled The Peace, No Arguments Mindset and 50 Other Ways to Achieve Positive Outcomes and Happiness for Your Children and Family.

The book will help parents prevent and resolve arguments to achieve positive outcomes and maintain the many benefits of harmony within the family.  Children and the family can enjoy peace and happiness, and create and cherish wonderful memories.

My wife Kathleen and I adopted our two daughters, at 10 and 12 years of age.  My parenting philosophies, principles, and practices have been developed and shared with our daughters.  I learned about the challenges of parenting, especially with the additional challenges of caring for children adopted when they were older with pre-adoption traumatic histories.

In addition to effective parenting strategies, the book provides strategies for argument prevention and resolution, and creating positive outcomes, for everyone.

The parenting principles and practices described in this book will probably not directly apply to you, the members of the Class of ’71.  However, your sons and daughters, or their sons and daughters, may (hopefully would) find the information in the book relevant and worthwhile.

If you would like to take a look and get more information, my website is:

https://thepeacenoargumentsmindset.com

The website has links to some of the places where the book (eBook and paperback) is available, including Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, and Google Play Books.

Thank you for considering. 

Bye for now,

Dave

Carol Atwood (Toran)

David,

Can't wait to read it  congrats!

Carol Atwood (Toran)

•  FYI. Another fun time JUNE 2,2024 

•  Doug Spalding plays at the LIVE JAZZ BRUNCH 

  12:00pm – 3:00pm Horse Thieves Tavern 585 High Street  Dedham, MA, 02026

  Reservation recommended. 781-708-9185

Carol Atwood (Toran)

Rather than do a survey i am posting this invite from the NHS class of 1972

"Carol,

Thank you for replying to my email.  We had a planning meeting recently  and some asked if we might invite the Classes of '71 and '73 to the party.  We estimate the ticket price to be $75.00 with a full spread of hot appetizers (4) and a buffet of stuffed chicken or veggie pasta dishes as entrees.  Complete with salads, steamed vegetables, a bread tray, etc.  All are put on by Roche Bros catering who will provide servers.  Cash bar, dancing, and LIVE music performed by Suffrin Blye.  These guys are Class of '72 and '73 classmates who have been playing together for 50+ years.  

We would be interested to see if any of your class wants to come along for the fun.  Here is the page on our site for event details.  https://www.needham72.com/Reunion-Details.htm

Looking forward to seeing you at the 72 turns70 party on October 4th, 2024 at the Village Club Needham

From The NHS 1972 reunion comitee"

So that i may respond please send me an email if you have any interest 
carol@toran.com 

Chris Pooley

Sounds like a fun idea!  What not get a larger group and see some of our NHS friends.

Thanks!

Pauline Harwood (Wright)

sounds fun,,,  i like the idea too, depends on the date, but between the musicals, and track team, i def knew a bunch from bothclasses, . oh yes, and my sisters friends too

Suzanne Pike (Seri)

The more, the merrier!  Hoping the class of '71 would have a good showing too-esp those who didn't get to our 50th reunion, around COVID time.  I love seeing everyone.  Also know people from the other classes.  My late brother was in the class of '73.

Virginia Vasil (Dorn)

Hi Carol,

I think adding the class of '72 would be a great idea.   As has already been said, the more the merrier!  Looking forward to hearing more.

Hope to see you on 6/2 in Dedham for the last performance of the season.

Ginny

Yes I do plan on going.

Carol 

Carol Atwood (Toran)

I have taken down the post about the 72 turns 70 celebration party

The clss of 72 will handle registration diferently. 
I will be posting a link as soon as i can get it to work.

Carol Atwood (Toran)

Here is the repost.

 Hey Class of 1971

We want to invite you to our Class of 1972 Birthday Party. Our 72turns70 Party!

It’s going to be an all-Needham event!

Friday, October 4, 2024 at the Needham Village Club.  The scene of Ballroom Dancing Classes with Mrs. Gifford and Mr. Champagne.

Catering is provided by Roche Bros. of Needham.  A few of you worked for Bud and Pat back in the day.

Live music by Suffrin’ Blye…all NHS graduates.

We’ll have a great menu of hot appetizers, two different entrees (one vegetarian), sides, salads, rolls, and desserts. 

Cash Bar and dancing!

The ticket price is $75.00 per attendee.  The last day to register is September 21, 2024.

Feel free to cruise around our website www.needham72.com You’ll find music, pictures, Needham High memories, and more!

You can only use the link below to register as there is no option for the Class of 1971 to register on our site.

Here is the page to register for the event

Come on home and party with your friends. 

Your 72turns70 Paahty Plannahs

Mary Beth Claus (Tobin) * Jack Recco * Karen Hall (Hasenfus) * Lynn Reeder (Bilodeau)

Arlene Weener (Levin) * Bob Kjellman *  Brian Cameron

Looking forward to seeing you at the 72turns70 party on October 4th, 2024

Brian Cameron

72turns70 Paahhty Plannahh

We are always looking for missing classmates.  You can help us find them at needham72.com. Send me any information about our missing classmates you might have. 

John Martin

Sounds great, Carol.....I'd be in favor of helping organize some Team Bombardment matches  from the different class years. I'm sure it would liven up the party a bit.  Maybe the 72 and 73 year classes can match up and the Class of 71 will take on the winner!

Linda L. Marston, PhD

I am registered, with my husband Dennis attending, too.

James O'Neil

I want to wish Suze (Pike) Seri an awesome AA Anniversary, 13 years sober today. As she mentioned when she posted a picture of us together last summer, we were in the same homeroom throughout junior and senior high school but did not speak a lot. We traveled in different circles but that is another story. Somehow, probably through this website, we found each other as recovering alcoholics several years ago. I cannot put into words how grateful I am to have her in my life now and to walk with her in our journey of recovery. We now follow each other's progress and encourage each other. The great part of this path is that it has room for any people who want to join us.

Congratulations, you are an inspiration for me and others and you continue to be a Rockstar!!!! 

With Love,

Jim

Suzanne Pike (Seri)

Thanks, Jim!  It's been a real trip in sobriety.  So cool that we talked after not communicating through over 50 years in the Needham school system! 

I hope if anyone in our class is having issues with alcohol, they can get the same help I got.  I couldn't do it alone-what a gift!  Jim & I are examples of what happens when you need help and ask for it.  No shame or judgement involved.

Suzanne Pike (Seri)

I will unfortunately need to miss the pahty of '71, '72, etc.  We'll be out of the country for a week.

Dror and I are going away to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary.  It will be fun to explore a new place-Costa Rica-but I'll be thinking of you all as well.  Our daughter and her Spanish class at Medfield HS spent a few weeks in the jungle, boiling water and using iodine to purify it, bathing in a waterfall, using a zipline, practicing their Spanish, camping out.  Leora also almost came into contact w a scorpion who borrowed her bath towel.  Not my kind of vacation at this stage in my life, but I remember Campfire Girls and our camping out at MacCracken's Farm.  Fun times!

Anyone been to Costa Rica, not in the jungle part?  The political scene being what it is, Dror often says we should move to Costa Rica.  Life is not expensive there, apparently.  I look forward to practicing my Spanish.

James Papadonis

Sue - I have been to Nosara and Tamarindo, Costa Rica numerous times to surf as it is a wonderful amature surf destination featuring warm water, waves guaranteeed, and a terrific vibe. It is also a special place for experiencing tropical nature, hiking and fishing.  The zip line in the Guanacaste region is very special as it traverses thru the jungle and is much longer than the zips here.  We stay in modest beach cabinas within walking distance to the beach, but what is amazing is we are in the jungle.  We see howler monkess, iguanas, and very colorful birds all day and yes, from time to time a scorpion.  

The rainy season is from June thru October and can make for some difficult traveling due flooded roads,  If you rent a car get an SUV as even in the non -rainy season roads are often bumpy and uneven.  Also, the locals are very special people; however, petty theft is a problem. Do not leave anything unattended or it is likely to be stolen,  In fact, when we walk to the beach, we bury our sandals to avoid having them taken.  

The food is also so good.  Yellow fin tuna is caught and served daily and is very inexpensiive as is mahi mahi and sometimes red snapper.  Lots of rice and beans with eggs in the morning are a fav too.  

I've had some incredible memories from Costa Rica and would be happy to share them.  Feel free to DM on Facebook if you'd like to chat.  Also, we are in Brewster this time of theyear and I think I recall you are on the Cape too!  

As they greet in CR,  pura vida ( the pure life)  - Jim

Suzanne Pike (Seri)

Hola, Jim!

I will definitely check the weather in Costa Rica.  We're staying at a resort in Manuel something, on the Pacific next to a rainforest.  Not planning on driving anywhere, since it's a 3-hr drive from the airport, & there will be stuff to do in the resort, day trips, etc.  We definitely keep close watch on our stuff.  No valuables are coming with us.  Amazing that sandals are something to steal; wonder how well-off the people are.  Thanks for your information!  Fun that I got 3 responses when I said we were going to Costa Rica.  I'll definitely practice my Spanish; here in Falmouth, Portuguese is spoken more than Spanish.  I'm trying to learn it using DuoLingo, and talking with my friends.  I've always loved languages.  We're not on Facebook; this NHS website is good enough for me.  I love being in touch w our class!  We had such an awesome group of people in the class of '71!  Hasta luego!

Pauline Harwood (Wright)

Just saw this about the 72 70 party, and it's maybe, up in Maine still till sept 15th .we do go up weekends in the fall too. and my granddaughter bday is Oct 6, must find out my sons plans for her 4th bday,  if the stars align , I'll be there, can't imagine my hubby wanting to come?!  lol carol, hope to see you down humarock in a couple of weeks? 

Brian Cameron ((Class Of 1972))

Hey Class of 1971

We want to remind you that you are invited to our Class of 1972 Birthday Party. Our 72turns70 Party!

Only 47 days until the Party!

Only 34 days left to register.  Registration ends on September 21, 2024

Click HERE to see who is planning to come. 70 so far!

Friday, October 4, 2024 at the Needham Village Club. 

Catering is provided by Roche Bros. of Needham.  

Live music by Suffrin’ Blye…all NHS graduates.

We will be drawing (2) $50.00 cash drawings.  Everyone is eligible.

We’ll have a great menu of hot appetizers, two different entrees (one vegetarian), sides, salads, rolls, and desserts.

Cash Bar and dancing!

The ticket price is $75.00 per attendee.  The last day to register is September 21, 2024.

Feel free to cruise around our website www.needham72.com You’ll find music, pictures, Needham High memories, and more!

You can only use the link below to register as there is no option for the Class of 1971 to register on our site.

Here is the page to register for the event

Come on home and party with your best friends!

Your 72turns70 Paahty Plannahs

Mary Beth Claus (Tobin) * Jack Recco * Karen Hall (Hasenfus) * Lynn Reeder (Bilodeau)

Arlene Weener (Levin) * Bob Kjellman *  Brian Cameron

Joseph Iagulli

It's fun reading the posts above, now we have two authors from our small class; five decades on and I read that Jim Papadonis has significant history as a surfer, I envy that.  Also it seems a big group went to Babson for MBA, I didn't think of the MBA option until late 20's, and already had two children.  However no complaints, I've had a great life.  My wife and I are approaching our 50th anniversary next July, and our fifth grandchild is due in three months.   My key diversion continues to be downhill skiing, this winter I hope to have some grandchildren join me on the slopes in Lake Tahoe this coming February.  Considering a little bit of wanderlust in my small RV, it's been much too long since I experienced a New England fall, leaves, chill mornings, lobster rolls.  However, my winter will definitely be back here in Scottsdale, AZ.  I don't like East Coast cold.  Any skiiers from Class of 1971 want to come to Tahoe, I can organize the condo's?

Carol Atwood (Toran)

Just a reminder

There is still time to sign up for  the 70 year old turns 70 Birthday Party.

The party planners are the NHS  class of  1972

See all information below

James O'Neil

Would absolutely love to go but will be recovering from another hip replacement. I hope everyone has a great time.  

Philip Hopfe

 Good morning Class of 71 !   Reading about Joe's wanderlust , and his jumping in his RV to check out the NE fall , brings a smile to my face, as I'm planning the same in the coming weeks .   As a matter of fact, my wife Debbie and I are about an hour east of Montreal and about 14 hours away from moving into our new home in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.   We're a day or two away from completing our trans Canada road trip.  It's been pretty wild, having left Vancouver Island on Sunday the 18th.   I had posted a while back about our move and had a number of classmates comment on their family connections to Nova Scotia.  While I would have loved to join the 71 turns 70 party, Deb and  I will have our hands full settling into our "new", 150 + year old home in Lunenburg on Nova Scotia's south shore.   We're situated in Lunenburg's historic district and are about 3 blocks from the iconic "BLUENOSE"  fishing/racing schooner.  The last 8 months have been something else. Selling and buying a house, purging and packing and then the  good byes to our west coast family and friends of twenty years.  Now, two days from sleeping in our new home we couldn't be more excited or exhausted by it all.  No complaints, we are both easterners at heart and are looking forward to our return.  Yes and even the winters...I'm looking forward to our next reunion and would hope to meet up any and all that make it.  In the meantime, if any of you are heading to NS by all means let me know and we can plan on meeting up......I'll probably need a break from unpacking and moving in.    Lunenburg is a historic place, a UNESCO world heritage site and just a lovely place to visit.  Summer is packed with tourists from around the world, but early June and the fall are near perfect.   We actually spent last Christmas there and had a ball.  No snow, but cold crisp and blue skies.  It sure beat the cold, damp and grey Vancouver Island winter. Joe, if I recall correctly we played little league together on the Ralf Kiner's team.  I'm pretty sure your dad was the coach.  I was never a good ball player, but it was fun and part of growing up in Needham, as was dancing lessons at the village club.  Gloves, clip on ties and my dad making me polish my shoes.  Too funny!   Anyway, Joe if your RV ever crosses the border swing by Lunenburg.  I'm pretty sure I will be here until my last dance with the grim reaper.  As it stand now , my dance card is pretty full and he hasn't booked his dance yet.  I intend to keep him waiting in a chair on the other side of the room......  To everyone who's attending the  71 turns 70 party , have a blast and go ROCKETS !    Have to see if I can get a bit of rest.  It's 3AM and we want to get on the road by 5 AM......we'll see how that works out, HA!  Enjoy, take care and be well....

An old Irish toast,

There are good ships and wood ships and ships that sail the seas, but the best ships are friendships and may they ever be.....Cheers  all, Phil & the sleeping Debbie.