Leland Class of '74 50 Reunion -The Big One!
About 130 of our classmates have indicated they will likely attend our 50th reunion making it our largest gathering since we graduated way back in good old 1974!
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On a somber note, it's been sad to learn how many of our classmates have passed
in the last 50 years. Life is short - come visit with old classmates and celebrate our 50th high school reunion on September 28, at Villa Ragusa in Campbell.
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Reunion Ticket Sales off to a Great Start!
As you can see by those who have purchased tickets,
we are off to a
great start!
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As an added incentive, we will raffle 12 bottles of excellent wine at the reunion, (highlighted by a contribution from our very own Coach Cox's vineyard), to the first 75 classmates who purchase tickets. See ticket purchase information below and buy your tickets early to qualify for the wine raffle! | | | |
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Reunion Tickets are on Sale Now!
Tickets for our 50th high school class reunion are on sale now for only $80.
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Several of our classmates have generously made financial contributions to help keep reunion tickets at a very reasonable price and allow the Reunion Committee to provide additional fun activities. Although they wish to remain anonymous, on behalf of our class, we THANK THEM for their generosity!
We set up a reunion checking account at Wells Fargo Bank to receive payments and pay expenses.
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Additionally, we set up a Zelle account to receive ticket purchases. It's pretty easy but requires you to download the Zelle App onto your smart phone.
Once you have the Zelle App, scroll through the bank options and choose Wells Fargo. You can purchase your ticket(s) by entering the amount ($80 per guest) and my email (terebjohnson@aol.com) - funds will be deposited directly into our Wells Fargo reunion account.
If you prefer to send a check, please address it to:
Tere Johnson
15515 La Honda Sur
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Attn: Leland Reunion
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Please try to purchase your tickets sooner than later to help us keep track of the attendance outlook. Ticket cost will increase to $90 beginning September 1st.
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Lodging near Villa Ragusa
There are several lodging options in and around Campbell. Click on the interactive map for options: Lodging
and see information below about Courtyard San Jose Campbell.
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Courtyard San Jose Campbell
We have made arrangements with Courtyard San Jose Campbell who will provide a group block of 15 rooms checking in on Friday, September 27 and checking out on Sunday, September 29. Additional rooms can be added as needed.
The discounted rate is $149+tax for a single king, which works out to about $167 per night. The discounted rate is $169+tax for double queens, which works out to about $190 per night. Costs are cancellable as long as rooms are cancelled 24 hours prior to arrival. Complimentary parking (typically $15 per night) is included for anyone who books under the group rate.
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Greg Bergantz, Aaron Landsworth, Scott Radovich, Polly Perkins Strona and Cindy Worth have reserved 5 of the 15 rooms. You can join your groovy Leland classmates by clicking: Leland High School 50th Reunion to make reservations at our group rate. Contact Susan Lomasney if you need assistance:
Susan Lomasney | Sales Coordinator
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Campbell
655 Creekside Way, Campbell, CA 95008
P: 408-508-7232 | F: 408.626.9591 | E: susan.lomasney@hhg-hotels.com
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A common question asked at reunions is, "So, what have you been doing since high school?"
We thought we'd have some fun and provide an opportunity to provide a pictorial summary of our lives since Leland.
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Anyone interested in participating can send Tere Johnson five pictures that highlight each decade of your life since high school. Pictures can be of family, careers, hobbies, or whatever you feel best reflects your life since Leland.
Pictures will be shown on a PowerPoint loop as guests arrive.
Classmates who cannot attend the reunion are encouraged to participate as well. All pictures, in addition to ones taken at the reunion, will be made available on an online viewing platform for everyone to enjoy.
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Call For Class Pictures
Most of us grew up in Almaden and attended local elementary schools and Bret Harte before continuing on to Leland. We have our Bret Harte 9th grade graduation picture and would like to collect class pictures from Almaden, Simonds, Henderson, Williams and Hacienda elementary schools. Pictures will be on display at our reunion and will be made available online as well. Please send elementary school class pictures to Tere Johnson.
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Reunion Weekend Activities
Your reunion committee wants our 50th to be very special and are considering several activities throughout our reunion weekend. Please review the options below and let us know in the attached survey which ones you would enjoy.
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Saturday
- Leland High School Staff Directed Tour, (including classrooms, library, gym, etc.), and BYOL lunch in the quad.
- New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum Tour, (aka the Casa Grande and Club Almaden).
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Sunday
Brunch at one of Campbell's nice restaurants before everyone heads home.
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Help Track Down Our Missing Classmates
While we expect a big reunion group, we want to reach out to as many of our classmates as possible. Please click on the link: Class of '74 MIA List and let Tere Johnson know if you have contact information for anyone on the list.
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Fun Time at Burger Pit Farewell Lunch
Tere Johnson, Dave Schmitz, Lu Ann Hsue Fleschsig, Rich Kock and Michael Battin met at the Blossom Hill Burger Pit on February 21st for a farewell lunch.
The Blossom Hill Burger Pit was established in 1964 and will close its doors in April. It is the last of 22 Burger Pits that once served Santa Clara County since the 1950s.
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On behalf of your Reunion Committee, we look forward to seeing everyone in September! Feel free to drop me a line if you have questions or comments.
Tere Johnson
Class of '74 50th Reunion Committee Chair
terebjohnson@aol.com
(408) 406-3001
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