October 2012 update

It's hard to believe it is October already!  I hope everyone had a nice summer.

First off, thank you to all the classmates who made submissions to this edition of the blog.  It's more fun when lots of people participate and share with the class.

On to some news.....

CONGRATULATIONS to Richard Berger!  In May he graduated from Mineral Area College in Park Hills, MO and is now continuing his education at Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO) majoring in Business Management and Economics. 

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Lynn Wandelmaier shared some photos of her kids:

Lynn's daughter Jamie graduated from School of Visual Arts in NYC!

Here is Lynn's son Sean as he begins his college life -
he's attending  Ramapo College!

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Wedding bells will be ringing for Debbie Demeduk and TJ Wilks!  Best wishes to you both!!! 

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Speaking of love connections, here's a little note from Sue Curcio - 

"...I have re-connected with another graduate, have been dating for awhile and are planning a future together. Scott Mitchell and I got re-acquainted on Facebook and started chatting, got together for a drink one night and have basically been inseparable ever since. It proves that you're never too old for love!"   

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Congratulations to Diane Jessop - she got a new son-in-law in June!

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Time out for a bit of class business....

Please be sure to let us know if you have moved or changed your postal or email address.  It's much easier to keep you informed if we have your current information.  So if you have any changes to your contact info, please email me :

mahwahhighschool1976@yahoo.com  OR 

email to Sue's personal address (the one that I use when I send updates.)  Thank you!!!!

In the email that I sent out for this blog update I have included a list of classmates who we have not been able to locate. Please review the list and if you can help reconnect us with that classmate, let us know. 

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Magical experiences are part of the fun at Disneyworld in Orlando.  Our classmate Collette McKeeby works there and has this wonderful photo and story to share from this summer.

"Last night Tom Cruise issued a statement that he had the best server in the whole wide world according to Mr. Cruise he been dining all around the world but experience he had last night he is not going to forget."

 

Yes, that's right - that is Tom Cruise with our Collette and she is the server he was so fond of.  What a fun memory, Collette!

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Steve Lamoreaux is happy to share his news with the class:

"If you’d like, you can mention the illustrated environmental children’s book I had published earlier this year, “The Little Wave: An Adventure in Earthly Care – Part One”

Website – http://www.thelittlewave.com

Facebook page -- http://www.facebook.com/pages/Author-Stephen-Lamoreaux-Strategic-Book-Group/355167884541893

The publisher produced a short video about the book -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKDUFwGJAeo&feature=youtu.be  "

Be sure to check out these sites and see how talented Steve is! 

 Congratulations to Steve on this project!

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Robin Dexter has been a busy lady with many things on the go and offers the following:

"In September, Andy and I took a "staycation" and visited the Thomas Edison Center in Menlo Park, in Edison, NJ.  The museum looks small but they have nice displays and an interesting little tour.  You can listen to some of the early phonographs and see photos and artifacts from Edison's lab and machine shop, etc.

"Next to the museum is the Edison Memorial Tower, with a giant "light bulb" on top; it's under restoration but you can walk around it. And you can walk the trail through the woods in Edison State Park.  It's easy to find, on Christie Street, right off of the Garden State Parkway and Rt. 27.

You can find more at www.menloparkmuseum.org

"I think kids would enjoy this and Menlo Park Mall is nearby, with a food court and restaurants.  We went there and tried Bubble Tea for the first time (at Joy Bubble Tea) and had dinner later at the Rainforest Cafe."

"I think kids would enjoy this and Menlo Park Mall is nearby, with a food court and restaurants. We went there and tried Bubble Tea for the first time (at Joy Bubble Tea) and had dinner later at the Rainforest Cafe."

Thanks, Robin, it's nice to have you share ideas of places to go in NJ!

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Joe Fagan's son Jack 

Joe says:

"Here's Jack's picture for his Senior year (Delaware Valley HS in PA).  He is one of the 4 captains and plays Center/Defensive End.

"His top 3 schools recruiting him for football are Princeton, Colgate and the US Coast Guard Academy.

If he decides to wrestling, then The Coast Guard Academy, U. of Chicago and Davidson are the top 3 schools recruiting him."

Best wishes to Jack...we have watched his growth over the years and are happy to hear he continues to succeed in athletics!

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In July the annual Carty Golf Outing was held.  This event raises funds for scholarships. You'll recognize some of the participants in the photos below.  Thanks to Lynn Savino for submitting these photos and thank to all the golfers who support this worthy cause!

 Dennis O'Connor, Lynn Savino, Jeff Reisel

Back:  Jeff Vandemark, Ron Kort

Middle: John Dolan, Dennis O'Connor, Jeff Reisel

Front: Lynn Savino

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And a sad note, on May 10, 2012, teacher  Mr. Donald Molnar passed away.  

http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=1477872&fh_id=10300

Many of us remember him from our days at MHS and offer condolences to his family.

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A couple of reminders ~

If you are on Facebook and would like to join the class group - "Mahwah High School Class of 76", here is the link:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/47889678341/

Another group on Facebook you might be interested in is "You Know You're From Mahwah If"....

https://www.facebook.com/groups/46650173906/

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That wraps up this edition. Sincere thanks to everyone who sent news and photos!  The next update will be in March 2013. If you have any suggestions or questions, please drop me a note at the email below or reply to one of my notes sent from my personal email.

Wishing everyone a happy fall and winter.

Sue Montgomery Lane

mahwahhighschool1976@yahoo.com

March 2012 Update

It's that time again....here's a bit of news for your enjoyment!

Mike Dooley has shared the following:



Michael #4, gold shirt on right



Michael Dooley, #4

"What a weekend! After a grueling eighty minutes of soccer the game tied at one all. in the second overtime period Mike's team scores and become 4A Florida State Champs. That was in Tampa. We collect our gear and head to Disney Wide World of Sports for a club match. Mike Bangs in two goals. Then bangs head for a concussion."

Congratulations to Michael! Way to go! Another great soccer season!

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More sports news, this time from Joe Fagan...

"Jack Fagan (on the left in photo below) recently medaled in the top 4 at the NE Pennsylvania Wrestling Championships @ 220 lbs and was one win short of advancing to the PA State tournament in Hershey, PA. The NE Regional is considered one of toughest in the country and the top 3 shown finished 2nd, 6th and 8th in the state. He’ll get one more shot next year."

Awesome job, Jack!  Congrats! Continued success!

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Irene Bader Calotta shared an email from the Mahwah Museum (below). Thanks  Irene!  I also contacted Thomas Dunn of the museum and he is happy to have us share the information with our classmates. I have added some content from the museum web site, too.  What a wonderful resource this museum is! If you have a chance, be sure to visit.

Private William James Mann

                                                            
The Mahwah Museum has opened an exciting new exhibit, “New Jersey Fights in the Civil War – Remembering Soldiers Buried in Mahwah” to celebrate the Sesquicentennial (150 years) of the Civil War. The exhibit is open from 1-5 p.m. Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at the Museum, 201 Franklin Turnpike Mahwah.  This runs through June 30th.


During the war, New Jersey regiments were engaged in every major battle and many of the State’s soldiers were wounded or made the ultimate sacrifice. Twenty eight of these soldiers are buried in three of Mahwah’s cemeteries: Ramapo Reformed Church Cemetery, Mahwah Cemetery, and Redeemer Cemetery. The Museum has information about each one: his unit and the actions and events in which he was engaged.

This exhibit is focused on the experiences of New Jersey soldiers during the struggle: how they lived and trained, where and how they fought, and the importance of the roles of women and children in this war. William Mann, of Mahwah, and the other the members of the “United States Colored Troops” are honored in the exhibit.

Special sections focus on the New Jersey recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor and the contrarian “Peace Democrats” of Bergen County. Local collectors have provided the museum with many Civil War era artifacts, photos, and documents that are part of the display.

On April 21, 2012, the 15th New York Cavalry, a Civil War re-enactor unit, will be encamped on the lawn outside the museum. This living history experience will allow visitors to the Museum to step back in time and to experience the life of the soldier during the war years.

“Les Paul in Mahwah” a wildly popular exhibit, also continues through June 2012.  The Les Paul in Mahwah Museum Exhibit opened on September 25 and is open every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. until at least the end of June. This exhibit will allow visitors to learn about the essential facts of Les Paul's life and career.


It has sections on invention and innovation, a display of one of a kind precious guitars made especially for Les, enthusiastic support from many famous current-day artists, a recreation of the studio in which Les did his work, a performance space where, at special times, patrons can play one of Les's guitars, and many hands-on video and audio displays. Click here to reserve a time to play one of Les's guitars.

Learn how this creative genius transformed rock, country and jazz music.  See how he and Mary performed for their weekly radio show from their home in Mahwah.

For more information go to http://www.mahwahmuseum.org/ or call 201-512-0099.

                

The Mahwah Museum is located at 201 Franklin Turnpike in Mahwah.

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Help us keep the class database up-to-date...

If you have recently moved or changed any of your contact information, please let us know. Send any changes to mahwahhighschool1976@yahoo.com    Thanks very much! It helps the communication flow smoothly if we have your current info.

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That's about it for this update.  If you wish to include any news or photos in the next update, just pass it along to me.  Thanks everyone! Have a great spring and summer. 

Sue

mahwahhighschool1976@yahoo.com