Fame becomes us...
Friday, August 6, 2021
Friday, July 23, 2021
50-year Reunion Weekend was EPIC EPIC EPIC
SWHS Class of 1971 braved a pandemic and our aging frames and rocked the weekend away!
In addition, we had a few activities that were completely Pacific Northwest themed and celebrated our great heritage in that hyphenated town we love so well.
Due to the COVID pandemic the town's Loggerodeo festivities were curtailed. The log carving, home decorating, beard contest, rodeo, fireworks, and museum activities were in full swing. But we were not able to have a 50-year reunion entry in the parade because there was no parade. Also no carnival. So we plan to have an entry in the 2022 parade and show the Class of 1972 how it's done!!
Our weekend included a Friday trip to Friday Harbor by walking on the ferry at Anacortes. We lunched in BEAUTIFUL Friday Harbor, explored the downtown area a little, and then rode back to Anacortes with the stunning island scenery. No whales this time.
Saturday we had our main event, hosted by Sue Ann Butt Bryson at our traditional spot on Minkler Road.
Entertainment was provided by Mark Stendal and Marko Self and a few band members imported for the evening. Lots of music from 1971 (we all know the words) and a sentimental trip through photos and narration to point out the extraordinary class that we are.
Chefs Gary Rothenbuhler and Frank Handy prepared some beautiful salmon and the rest of the salads, desserts, etc., were provided by class members.
So much work and love went into the planning and execution of the evening that it was difficult to leave at the end. So treasure those moments and your photos. This amazing group of people can only get better as we age gracefully into our 70s and return for another epic weekend at the 55-year mark!
Thank you a thousand times for all the planning, work, execution, foresight, and thoughtfulness that made the weekend so great. How did we know in 1971 that we would all still be friends, 50 years later? Amazing.
Friday, April 2, 2021
Class of 71 reunion planning under way!
After much discussion, we want to proceed with the reunion plans even if we don't know yet (as of April 1) if there will be a Loggerodeo or parade.
So our dates are July 2, 3, and 4!
Friday, July 2: Walk on the ferry in Anacortes and ride to Friday Harbor. (Carpool from SW.) Return in the afternoon. Departure time TBA. Lots of time on the ferry for visiting. Lunch and activities on your own in Friday Harbor and lots of visiting on the way back!
Saturday, July 3: If there are Loggerodeo activities on this day, you are on your own for visiting the venues. Such as log carving, carnival, street sales, etc.
The evening event will be at Sue Ann Bryson's.
About 4 we will begin setting up. Local class members will do most or all of the catering. Menu is the same as always: Salmon, baked potatoes, salad bar, desserts - some sugar-free options. $25 per person. (The $25 will pay for food and help defray some additional expenses for the weekend, such as parade fees and supplies.)
Gather at 5. Eat at 6. Program at 7. Then visiting and CLEAN UP.
Additional events and surprises pending.
Sunday July 4: If there is a parade, we will gather at the parade staging area between 9:30 and 11 and climb on the flatbed trailer with hay bales! Yes, there will be stepstools. Wear red, white, and blue or CUBS blue and white! Parade is from 11 to 1. There may be a fun run prior to the parade. Watch for announcements.
After the parade, our weekend is over.
So this will be in the local papers, occasionally, between now and then:
Sedro-Woolley High School Class of 1971 seeks class members for the 50-year reunion, July 3, 2021. Activities and a parade entry are now being planned but not all classmates have been located. If you are a classmate and wish to be included in the celebration, please contact Judy Johnson at Judyjj "at "comcast.net or any Class of 1971 member.
Please join the fun!
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