CLASS DIRECTORY READY TO EMAIL

 The BHS Class of 1972  Class Directory is ready to email out to all who have shared their email address with me.  If I do not have your email address, I will not be able to send it to you.

I do not plan to post it on Facebook because then the whole world will have your email address and possibly use the emails for advertising.  I respect your privacy.

You will notice that some classmate's names are highlighted in yellow.  That indicates that I have been in touch with them and they do not want to share some or all of their contact information.  Some classmates have an asterisk * in certain fields.  That indicates that they are not sharing the information meant to fill that space.  

If there is someone you are in touch with that does not have their name listed in the directory,  please contact them and ask them to reach out to me at:

carolyn@hammerandhammer.com 

Thank you for your help and cooperation in creating this document.  Any mistakes are strictly mine, and will be corrected as soon as I am notified of the error.  If I have left anyone out who sent me their information, I apologize and assure you that it was not intentional.

It has truly been a pleasure being in contact with everyone who reached out to me during the ticket sales for the Reunion weekend, as well as those who could not attend the reunion but contacted me to be included in the Directory.

I am hoping that this Directory will help our class to stay in touch!

Thank you and much love to you all,

Carolyn (Butcher) Hammer

REUNION WEEKEND RECAP

 One month ago, on June 10^th, the Berner High School, Class of 1972, 50^th Reunion buffet dinner was held at Captain Bill’s in Bay Shore.  Of the 100 tickets purchased, 92 were able to attend.  The event started at 5:00 pm, and ended a little after 9 pm.

 

Everything looked amazing!  Evelyn Cappadona Biales, our own class Martha Stewart, was able to plan and execute a distinctive table decoration plan that made the room look stunning.  Many of the things she purchased for this event were great souvenirs of a fun and memorable event.  Thank you, Evelyn, for all of your planning to make sure this event hit all the right notes.

 

The evening was a whirlwind of music, dancing, great food and drinks, and laughing and chatting with classmates, some of whom had never attended one of our reunions before.  The classmate who traveled the furthest was Monica Winkel, who came from Norway, and many other classmates traveled from across the United States to be there.  There were door prizes, and 4 lucky classmates won back the ticket price of the event.

But there was something else magical that happened that evening.  Despite the fact that the years had changed us all, and reduced our youth and vigor, we all were 17 again that night.  Just the fact that you graduated with the Class of 1972 initiated you into a tight-knit group of classmates that value the childhoods they shared in Massapequa, and the bonds they forged at A.G. Berner High School.  Not to mention the hijinks at the bridge.

 

Our Beach event on Saturday was absolutely wonderful.  The venue, the view, the delicious food and the fact that we were on the beach made it a most memorable and wonderful event.

The attendees were 62 classmates and 2 teachers.

 

Please know that this reunion weekend was planned and presented by a dedicated group of committee members, who worked for nearly two years to make sure each detail was right.  They are:  Bob Russo, Evelyn Cappadona Biales, Donna Capak Pitrelli, Grace Keegan Dervin, Bob Fregenti, Francine Misuraca Balinskas, Karen Relihan Slizewski, (James) Garrett King, and Carolyn Butcher Hammer.  Every one of us were dedicated to making sure the weekend would be a blast.

 

Our class is a very special class, and in my opinion, we were so lucky to have grown up in a time that allowed us to have witnessed so many amazing and wonderful things.  We missed those who could not be at the event due to family commitments, illness or distance.  We raised a glass to you all, and we also silently remembered the 60 classmates who have passed.

 

I hope to keep our class connected, and I am working on our updated Class Directory.  If you have not yet sent me your contact information, please email me at:

carolyn@hammerandhammer.com

and I will add you to the Class Directory.  I am collecting email addresses, cell phone numbers and please let me know if you will accept text messages.

 

Thank you to all who came and shared their memories.

 ALL BHS CLASS OF 1972 50th REUNION EVENTS ARE ON!

So here we are just 10 days away from our BHS 50th Reunion weekend. We are all looking forward to the fun events on Friday and Saturday.

On Friday night, June 10th, we gather at Capt Bill's in Bayshore on Ocean Ave to enjoy a DJ, and a sumptuous buffet dinner. Cash bar. Time is from 5-9 pm. Dress code is open. Smart casual, dressy cocktail attire, evening wear or dressy jeans are all acceptable. Wear what you feel good in!

Saturday June 11th is a Beach BBQ at Salt Shack at Cedar Beach from 1-4 pm. A great summer BBQ menu and cash bar. Music is provided. We will be outside on the upper deck with views of the ocean and the bay to refresh your soul. Casual summer attire is perfect. Nice jeans or shorts or summer dresses are probably perfect but be sure to think about bringing a sweater, sweatshirt or similar outerwear as it can get very breezy and cool in early June at the beach.

Questions? Please comment below and I will answer as best I can.

We are looking forward to seeing everyone!

 UPDATE ON TICKET INFO FOR REUNION WEEKEND

We are so excited because the reunion is only 64 days away!

FRIDAY June 10, 2022 Captain Bill's

At this time, all tickets have been sold for the evening Buffet dinner at Captain Bill's in Bayshore.  The waiting list has been satisfied, there are no more names on the waiting list.  REFUNDS for this event will only be honored through April 30, 2022.  After that time, there will be no more refunds issued.  If you wish to be on a waiting list for tickets for this event, please contact me and let me know.  carolyn@hammerandhammer.com

SATURDAY, June 11, 2022 Salt Shack at Cedar Beach

Ticket sales are going full swing for this afternoon event but we would like to complete ticket sales before April 30, 2022.  If you are considering attending this event, please do not delay in buying your ticket.  This event is outside on the upper level of the Salt Shack with views of both bay and ocean.  The menu looks great!  Please let me know if you have any questions.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR PICTURES YOU MAY HAVE FROM OUR HIGH SCHOOL YEARS.  IF YOU HAVE SOME PICS YOU CAN SCAN AND SHARE, PLEASE EMAIL THEM TO:

Evelyn (Cappadona) Biales at:

aa4rdu@gmail.com

TICKETS SELLING FOR SATURDAY JUN 11, 2022

This may take you by surprise, but the BHS Class of 1972 50th Reunion weekend is only 141 days away!  It will be here before you know it!

So now would be a very good time to secure your tickets to our Saturday afternoon outdoor event at Salt Shack at Cedar Beach on June 11, 2022 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm.  This event is $65 per person.

This is a beautiful location, on the beach with views of the ocean as well as the bay.  Weather permitting, we will be on the top deck for this party.  No worries if it rains, we will be moved to the downstairs covered area.

 

Cost is $65 per person and includes soft drinks, a Beach BBQ buffet, and dessert.  There will be a cash bar and our own bartender.

 

Buying a ticket couldn’t be easier!  You can pay by Venmo 

(send the funds to:  Carolyn-Hammer-1)

 

or PayPal 

(send the funds to: carolyn@hammerandhammer.com)

 

OR mail a check to:

 

Carolyn Hammer

12131 SW Lockhaven Ct

Port St Lucie FL 34987

 

This event is in addition to, and separate from the Friday dinner at Capt. Bill’s.

Feel free to text me with any questions you may have:  201-805-6153