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When do those of us who missed the reunion get to see pics of it?

Mary F. Shavies-Rolan · RICHMOND, ca · Sunday, December 30, 2007 at 6:46pm · email hidden

Hello, All! I grew up in Berkeley, CA which is where I met most of you, while attending Washington Elementary, King Junior High, West Campus, then moved to North Oakland and attended and graduated from Oakland Technical High School in 1977. Growing up, we lived at 1713 Dwight Way, where I recall some friends, like Kim Burgess, Countess Williams (it's a miracle I can recall these names) Lisa Felix, Usana Smith, Curtis (Nakamura?), from elementary school. I was a member of McGee Avenue Baptist Church for about 100 years (until I left for New York in 1999). Presently, I live in New York, NY (Harlem). Eventually, I will work my way back to the Bay (Area). Still pursuing my dreams :). My daughter graduated from Berkeley High in 1997 and is now living in Oakland. Eventually, I will settle down there; for there is no place like the Bay Area! Good, bad or indifferent, there is no place like it! If anyone knows Kim Burgess or Countess, please let them know I'm looking for them. Thanks and maybe I'll see you at the next reunion. Shout-outs to all of you! Please feel free to email me. God bless!

LeVera · New York, NY · Monday, December 3, 2007 at 7:01am · email hidden

Does anyone know how William McMilliam, Tracy Scott and Ricky Taylor died?

Mary F. Shavies-Rolan · Richmond, CA · Monday, December 3, 2007 at 11:45am · email hidden

BHS Class of 1978 Reunion (August 23, 2008) Hi All: I went to Longfellow, King, Willard & BHS, grew up in Berkeley (Dwight Way & Allston Way)and went to church in Berkeley for 34 years (Mc Gee Avenue Baptist Church) but I graduated from continuation school at Castlemont (Knight School). I remember all of my childhood friends: Angie Manning, Roy Stone, Terrance Aikens, Donald Sally, Nedra Martin, Beverly Green, Jackie Richards, Kenny Epps, Joy Carter, Harold Watkins and of course, Sharon Samuels (hey gurl!!!) I recently saw Roy Stone and met his beautiful wife, Carmen. I had dinner last night with Anthony Howard from Berkeley High class of '78. He looks absolutely marvelous and has arms the size of my thighs!!! ;-) I am looking forward to attending the Class of '78 reunion in August 2008 and seeing my old friends. I have lived in Alameda for 16 years and I was in law enforcement for 17 years. I am currently a Human Resources Manager and it is certainly my passion. If anyone has contact info for the class members of BHS '78, there is a yahoo group set up.

Dee Sutton · Alameda, CA United States · Sunday, November 25, 2007 at 11:45am · email hidden

Hello class of '77... I regret not attending the 30th reunion. Truthfully, I thought about it earlier in the year I said that I would find out more details later on...well, later on came and went. I missed the 25th and now I've missed the 30th. I did attend the 20th however. Hey guys, has anyone heard from Sydney Simmons, Karla Clark, Ramona Evans, Merri Gong, Elizabeth King or Kim Burgess. Shout out to Mary Conyers, Connie Lim, Lynda Fenton and anyone else out there that I considered a friend (excuse the maiden names...) God's choiciest blessings to all...

Colleen Staggers-Harris · Waller, TX · Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 11:30pm · email hidden

I haven't received any pictures from anyone from the reunion. I didn't take any pictures myself ... so until someone sends me some, there wont be any.

James · Saratoga, CA · Friday, November 16, 2007 at 8:01am

When do we get to see pics from the 30th reunion? I just started a new catering business and had to do a conference that weekend. ( Maybe I can cater the next reunion since there seemed to be a problem with the food). But seriously I would really like to see some pics posted. Hope to make the next one.

Mary F Shavies- Rolan · Richmond, CA · Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at 3:05pm · email hidden

Had a great time at the 30th reunion! Thank you reunion committee for putting it together. Has anyone seen or heard from John Finger or Mary Conyers?

Candy Ross-Holloway · Berkeley, CA · Friday, October 12, 2007 at 9:14pm · email hidden

Hello Everyone! It sure was GREAT seeing all of you! I hope to see some PHOTO's of the 30TH BHS Class of 1977 REUNION Soon!!!! I have some photo's to add in as well! Special thanks to the REUNION committee for all the effort in making this JOYOUS funtime POSSIBLE, you know who you are! Just don't stop the GOOD WORK! Fabulous..... hopefully next time can be 'UNTIL' (smile) EVERYONE keep in TOUCH & lets make the NEXT one even better! Tell those who didn't come to not MISS the NEXT one HELP FIND more CLASSMATES! Erin, I told you GIRL I wasn't gonna let YA DOWN! Candy, it sure was GREAT seeing YA too! Michelle, Rhonda, Dennis, Wanda, Columbus (a changed heart - smile), Mark S., Oh, and Paul Ricca thanks for the DANCEs, Tarrs, James Reeves - what a SWEETHEART! thanks again for communicating SWIFTLY! Anybody knows where HOLLY CHRISTOPER is? Lets find her! Karen Moody? Sarah Kenyon? Lori Frey? Patrice Taplan? Polly Goldfarb? Does anyone know where these PEOPLE are? HELP! Lots 'O Love, Sheryl

Sheryl Rachal · MERCED, CA · Monday, October 8, 2007 at 3:52pm · email hidden

Margaret Keith--drop me an email if you are missing your group picture taken at the reunion. --A

Andrea Pappas · Santa Clara, CA · Saturday, October 6, 2007 at 12:24pm · email hidden

I was also shocked at the locale for our reunion, given the price charged per person. The bar service was non-existent, and water was never served. We were told that there were not enough seats for everyone to sit on while dining, and the server who monitored the buffet was directing us as to the quantity of food to place on our plates. I understand that not everyone has the same financial means, but surely we could have gotten a better deal for our money elsewhere. Having said that, I was happy to reunite with old friends.

Anonymous · USA · Friday, October 5, 2007 at 10:56am

Missed the dinner but I caught a glimpse of the picnic... great to see people as always... looking forward to the 35th. Thanks to the Committee for putting this all together. Eric

Eric Arndt · San Francisco, CA · Thursday, October 4, 2007 at 10:38pm · email hidden

My health has been in arry as of late, found out I have one of those cancers that are not really treatable, just strung along. In the middle of this mid life event, I missed the 30th. Hope all are doing well in life, god bless, what you see is what you get, Berkeley High don't take no s......, don't you say that word!!!, Bruce Cumming

Bruce Cumming · El Cerito, ca · Monday, October 1, 2007 at 2:06pm · email hidden

It was so nice to see so many of my living friends enjoy reuniting. I just can not figure out why it was held in a rinky dink restaurant bar in Lafayette. Seventy bucks each for the most pathetic stand in line dinner with no formal tables? Can we get some bar service up in here, Please? And I thought I was in hell. How about the Claremont Hotel for the 40th? It's located in Berkeley of all places. Then we can enjoy several bars, enjoy the view, and enjoy crashing our drunk asses in a hotel room without having to drive.

Anonymous (IP=63.193.112.27) · San Francisco, CA · Monday, October 1, 2007 at 9:09pm

Margaret Russell: someone handed me a photo as we were leaving --it's the group photo and I think it's yours! Email me directly if you didn't get yours and I'll send it to you. It was fun last night, nice to see everyone again! --Andrea

Andrea Pappas · Santa Clara, C · Sunday, September 30, 2007 at 1:11pm · email hidden

Well, all you lovely people, I am sorry to miss it. I have had my bookish weekend here in SoCal, which involved Orange County-reared cheerleaders flying unexpectedly through the air during book readings, etc., but never mind that. I did catch up with local BHSer Conrad Hurtt ('78), who is working on the next class' reunion, and perhaps I will have to go to their picnic by way of compensation. Unless we have some postscript-like holiday nog gathering later this year. Otherwise, on to the next one! May we continue to prosper in this mad century of ours... And hey, any similarly expatriated Yellowjackets here in the southland, give a holler...

Mark Williams · Pueblo of Angels, CA · Sunday, September 30, 2007 at 8:42pm · email hidden

Hi Everyone! I'm glad I saw all of you at Lake Anza today. I suppose the shy & awkward me didn't walk up and say Hello to each of you, but it was a delight to see how we're all doing. I'm for a 35th. I don't care how big or small it is. My 11 year old broke out his little game computer and was a good sport being dragged to his dad's 30th year high school reunion. Keep the Cheetos and the Pepsis. best, Kevin Vance, the guy in the green, black & red frog shirt, recovering Willard stoner and BHS class-cutter (to work at KPFA)

Kevin Vance · Berkeley, CA · Sunday, September 30, 2007 at 10:12pm · email hidden

I won't be able to make the event tonight, but will attend the early part of the picnic on Sunday, with Steve Chew. Glad to see postings from folks I haven't seen for quite some time, like Brad Allen, Paul Lecky, Tom Klatt, Larry Becker, Connie Lim. I've been able to touch bases with Alan Kamada, David Commins, David Sakurai, Reggie Johnson. Hard to believe we are all getting so old!

Ralph Fong · Walnut Creek, CA · Saturday, September 29, 2007 at 12:19pm · email hidden

I doubt I'll be able to make the Saturday night event, but maybe Sunday at Anza? James, I can't update myself on the list because my email address is wrong and you reject me as spam (*sniff*) every time I try to ask your help. It's good to read all the posts. I hope my hubby and I can make the drive from SoCal and see some faces! :) Be well, everyone! Kjer (LaForce) Sahl

Kjer (LaForce) Sahl · Morongo Valley, CA · Friday, September 28, 2007 at 4:57am · email hidden

It's been wonderful reading these messages! Kent McQue...my first kiss...Longfellow School! Was experiencing a bit of trepidation around coming to the reunion and I'm showing up! Been working on situps for the past several weeks hoping to flatten and firm up the stomach, oh well..... know I'll firm it up through my work on the dance floor! Showing up single so looking for dance partners! Thanks again to the committee for all of your work. Looking forward to enjoying the fruits of the labor with you all! p.s. Tony (BB) Summers thinks I should get the 'most changed award' this year! Am completing my first year in ministerial school....gonna be a 'new thought/metaphysical' minister. What a trip!!! Love and blessings, Willa Barber Johnson

Willa Barber Johnson · albany, ca · Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 10:56am · email hidden

Hello Everyone, I won't be able to make it on Saturday but maybe Sunday. I am living in Lake County CA on beautiful Clearlake and I am a Deputy District Attorney here. In my 'spare time' I am a DJ on the local community radio station with a celtic music show. I welcome anyone to come up and visit me up here in beautiful wine country if you are heading this way. P.S. Lisa Felix - send me an e-mail neato misquito

Susan Krones · Lakeport, CA · Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 10:19pm · email hidden

Thanks Dennis Brown, for keeping me informed of all the future plans for the 30th, witch are now going to take place in two days, but unfortunately I can't get away from work, but I will make it to the picnic. I hope I could 'hook up' with some o'l buddies there. It's funny, my brother came up from LA to attend his 50th just this past summer,BHS re-union, and my older son had just started BHS, freshman, this year 'How Time Flies' It's amazing the places I have ran into BHS alumnis over the years, Las Vegas AV area during an Electronics convention, small town near North Shore, Hawaii, my wife's classmate in Japan, and the less fortunate in the streets of our neighboring city. We truly have a diverse class. Thanks again to the reunion committee for all their time and effort to make this happen.

Steve Chew · USA · Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 10:39pm · email hidden

Hey Class of '77! Congrats on your 30th!! I remember many of you, as I am from the Class of '78. With a son in the class of '09, I am now the co-president of the BHS Development Group , a 501(c)3 nonprofit group of parent volunteers who raise and distribute money for Berkeley High. We fund or contribute to after school tutoring by teachers, 1st Step scholarships for students who are the first in their families to go to college, the Ultimate Frisbee team, the Mountain Bike team, the cheer squad and MANY other activities/field trips/projects. The Class of '47 had their 60th reunion this year and raised $4600 for us--I challenge you to better them and set the standard for my class to try to beat next year! BHS is in the process of regaining its national reputation (we moved up almost 100 spots in 1 year on the top 1,500 high schools list in Newsweek Magazine. Please support BHS! Hope to see you at the picnic!

Jenny Burroughs · Berkeley, CA · Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 8:12am · email hidden

Hello everyone. I'm also looking forward to Saturday's event. I was the 'other Michelle,' the real shy and quiet one who was voted Shyest during our senior year (and Most Likely to Succeed). So many of you may not have known anything about me. I probably won't remember very many faces, so i hope those of you who recognize me (and i'm still quite tall) will come up and say hello. And to reiterate the general sentiment, can you believe it's been 30 years??? Cheers. Michelle

Michelle Smith-Johansen · Monterey, ca · Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 3:46pm · email hidden

Miss Mindy, thanx much for the kind words...likewise i'm sure :-))...btw: did we EVER break up???...if not why bother now, eh?...2-old 4 games anymore...gonna miss you an Miss Becky WAY!...EW&F, KOOL, O'JAYS it is... Hey Wei...good grief!...best memories ever with you, bro...maybe i will attend the picnic...also julian henkin and i were wondering what Kent was up to the other day?...now we know...Willa Barber?...man!...berkeley is simply amazing...

John Laetsch · berkeley, ca · Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 7:44pm · email hidden

How heartwarming it is to read all of your connections. Thanks again, James, for making this possible. Looking forward to a great week-end. Yes, it has been a lot of work for the committee but I'm sure it will be well worth it. Glad to hear you all are doing some cool things ... surviving significant health challenges, giving back to the community, raising families and being good parents, moving about the country and the world, professionals doing your thing ... it's super! I'm proud that Berkeley is a part of my heritage. Those that can't come, you're with us in spirit and thanks for sharing.

Sunshine Michelle Coleman · Hercules, CA · Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at 8:59pm · email hidden

Thanks to everyone on the committee for putting this together. Not only can I not believe it's been 30 years, but what happened to the last 10? I would have loved to join all of you, but I just found out about the reunion today, from Tina Amidon(budding famous artist) Alas, I already have a plane ticket to British Colombia for 1 week. Please send me info on any upcoming get togethers.... I don't think Tracy Barker Bigelow knew about this either.... I'm sure the 35th will be here before we know it! Y'all have a great time and boogie on down for me!!

Lisa Braude Cannelora · alameda, ca · Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 5:20pm · email hidden

hi everyone. mmm what to say... i remember alot of you fondly, and some of you i still know.. (nancy carlin's daughter and my daughter are close friends) which has a certain symmetry to it...:) peace. wendy

Wendy Wellbaum Brooks · berkeley, ca · Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 5:58pm · email hidden

I won't be able to make the dinner, but may swing by Lake Anza for the picnic.

Avi Rappoport · Berkeley, CA · Monday, September 24, 2007 at 8:58pm · email hidden

Hey everybody, Glad to read so many familiar names in the guestbook. I can't believe I knew so many people. Saturday is bad as I am the organizer and gopher for my company party on Saturday. I do plan to bring the family to the picnic on Sunday and hope to see a lot of old friends and (un?)familiar faces. I hope we can do name tags on Sunday as well (with big letters)! Cheers, Kent

Kent McCue · ElCerrito, CA · Monday, September 24, 2007 at 11:40pm · email hidden

I am excited about attending the reunion. I have not attended any in the past, so I definitely don't want to miss this one. Thanks to the committee members for putting this together. I had a blast looking at all the pictures from the past reunions and regret not making more effort to attend. I look forward to see you all again.

Wanda W. Williams · Berkeley, CA · Friday, September 21, 2007 at 8:27am · email hidden

Hello to the class of 77 (plus 76 & 78)! I don't think I can make this one due to a conflicting work schedule. I hope life is good for everyone as we begin to hit the half century mark. The great thing about the 25th reunion for me was that it triggered memories that have been buried and pack away for a long time. Of course, through the lens of time, the memories have taken on a more favorable tone. I still recognize a lot of the names - Larry Becker, John Latesch, Matt Watson and his lovely wife, Mindy Scharlin, Joseph Lindholm, et al. Many of these people probably also attended Malcom X and Williard (remember West Campus?) but it does start to get blurry the further back I go. Well, my daughter and son are in high school now and I guess I get live it over again but from the perspective of my parents (the irony of it all). Mindy Scharlin, I am glad to hear you are doing well. I think we go back as far as Malcom X? Play Earth Wind and Fire for me (That's the way of the world) and I will thinking of all you in spirit! Take care,

Wei Huey · PIEDMONT, Ca · Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 1:19pm

Thanks very much to you folks on the committee --I know organizing something like this is non-trivial. My husband, Stephen Carroll (also '77), and I will be there! Erin D., our couch has your name on it!!! Lucy F., if you are out there, I hope we get to see you. Looking forward to lots of dancing! ---Andrea

Andrea Pappas · Santa Clara, CA · Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 2:32pm · email hidden

Hi, Hadn't been to a 77 reunion yet, thought I'd look up to see if there was one. Well I'll be in Ireland while this one is happening, so have a good time and maybe I'll see you in another 5 or 10 years.

Annelise · Santa Clara, CA · Sunday, September 16, 2007 at 10:38am

Hi Everyone, I won't make the Saturday night event but I will drag my 11 year old with me kicking and screaming to Lake Anza the following Sunday Afternoon. (it IS Lake Anza, right?) Funny thing, I was in the underground papers talking about Kid's Liberation when I was his age. We can all laugh about the old days, and the new days, as well as how much grey hair and weight we've gained or lost, and the beach is a perfect place for that. luv, Kevin PS: if interested, write me for a link to my myspace thing. No, I'm not selling anything.

Kevin Vance · Berkeley, CA · Saturday, September 15, 2007 at 2:53pm · email hidden

H A P P Y 30TH R E U N I O N !!!! W E ' V E COME T H U S FAR B Y FAITH!!!! ~ GOD BLESS EVERYONE, MZ. DEBBY

Debby Burgess · alameda, CA · Friday, September 14, 2007 at 8:44am · email hidden

I'm Looking forward to another surreal class of 77 BHS reunion. Go Bears.

Matt Watson · Morgan Hill, CA · Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 4:00pm · email hidden

I can't believe it's been 30 years... well, for me it's only been 29, since I am authentically from the class of 1978. However, I have been adopted into the class of 1977 by marriage! Earth, Wind & Fire came on the radio this morning and I found myself looking forward to reconnecting with y'all. The spirit of Berkeley never leaves us. Thank you to the committee for all their effort and time in organizing this event. Namaste, Marie

Marie Parker Watson · Morgan Hill, CA · Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 8:46pm · email hidden

Since I will not be able to attend the 30th reunion, I wanted to say HELLO to my BHS friends! Although I have lived in western Nevada for 25 years, Berkeley (the verb) remains in my heart. It was a special time in history and a special school that has affected the arc of my story, for sure. My degree in nutrition from UCB has served me well and I continue to work in and study the field. I have become somewhat of a nutrition advocate and all around pacesetter in these parts. My husband and I are still in the midst of raising teenagers, a full experience. One son decided to attend a the Davidson Academy of Nevada, a new public high school for profoundly gifted students. Families are moving here from around the country to attend this school, so I thought I would put this out, just in case anyone is looking into this. I am happy to be here now and send my blessings to you.

Lisa Hill · Reno, NV · Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at 8:41am · email hidden

Great to see all the names from the past - 'glad to hear that so many are able to make it on the 29th - should be a blast to catch up with everyone.

Brad Allen · Alamo, CA · Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 12:35pm · email hidden

It's hard to believe it's 30 years already! Looking forward to seeing everyone. A special Thanks to the committee for making this happen!

Josie Genievich · Berkeley, CA · Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 7:57pm · email hidden

I don't think I will make the Saturday dinner, but I am planning on the Lake Anza picnic on Sunday with the kids. Lot's of memories of cutting class and heading to Anza back in the day... I look forward to seeing lots of you there!

Nick Gibbens · San Rafael, CA · Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 10:04pm · email hidden

I too find it hard to believe it's been 30 years! I remember when we were 'living for the weekend'! I look forward to going 'back down memory lane' with you all and to having a good time! Thanks to the committee for all of your dedication and hard work! Willa Barber Johnson

Willa Barber Johnson · Albany, Ca · Monday, September 10, 2007 at 8:54pm · email hidden

I was glad to find out that the 30th reunion is happening in September, because in October I am moving to Asheville, NC. So happy that I don't have to miss this. I had an eventful year in that I have (so far) survived esophageal cancer. I am very grateful to be alive to come to this reunion, since last December I was told that my chances of survival were slim.

Julie Sherman · Berkeley, Ca · Monday, September 10, 2007 at 10:12pm · email hidden

Looking forward to meeting all. It's been 30 years already. Thanks for making this possible.

Manjit Birdi Plahey · martinez, CA · Sunday, September 9, 2007 at 11:43am · email hidden

Ok, figured Id maybe try again..wont be able to make the dinner, but still want to try to get to the picnic Sunday-- only problem I (still) have is, w/o a car and since the bus stopped running to Tilden as of Labor Day, is there anyone that can maybe meet me in Berkeley Sunday somewhere to get a ride to the picnic? Thanx again :)

Robin Kanstein · Davis, Ca · Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 6:48pm · email hidden

It's nice to see so many familiar names--Becky, Mindy, Jenny, Luther, John, Wei, Keith, Jim, Marcus (4th grade Longfellow), Danny, Daphne, Tom, Erin S, Erin D (the photo you arranged from the 25th sits in my office), Michelle, Marius (back to 5th grade at Longfellow) Connie--and to know that the reunion will take place. Good memories come alive. I'm sorry to miss the 30th. It will be held on the first weekend of the fall quarter here at Oregon State where I teach geography. I've just spoken with Columbus Smith who wants to come but also may not be able to make it. I enjoyed reconnecting at the 25th and would love to stay in touch with old friends. Where are all of you beautiful people? Wishing the best to all.

Larry Becker · Corvallis, OR · Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 10:24pm · email hidden

Forgot to ID myself on my last entry. Enjoyed reading everyone's posts. I've been away from Berkeley for most of the last 30 years, but I remember my time at BHS vividly and it makes me smile. :) Have a great party, Yellow Jackets. Play a little Marvin Gaye and Wild Cherry for me. Ciao, Becky (Chambers) Hennessy

Becky (Chambers) Hennessy · Chicago area · Tuesday, September 4, 2007 at 8:46pm · email hidden

Thanks to those of you organizing this event - appreciate your efforts. See you on the 29th - how is it possible that it has already been 30 years?!

Jenny (Hunt) Gallagher · Oakland, CA · Monday, September 3, 2007 at 10:37am

Dear All: I am sorry to hear the date for the reunion is set for 9/29 as I will be unable to attend. I have a business meeting in Minneapolis that weekend so I can't come to the reunion this time around. I would have liked to come out for the 30th since I missed the 25th since it was held just after I moved to Boston. I am sure it will be a blast - please tell everyone hello that remembers me - and for those of you that remember my big announcement at the 20th reunion, I am alive and well and very healthy. Last year I celebrated 10 years of survival post cancer. I am truely one of the 'lucky ones' and I feel grateful and blessed to be alive each day. It is nice to see all the names and messages from people who are signing the Guest Book. Glad to see Mr. J. Laetsch is still around....would have loved to see him after all these years (I hope you are hanging in there, John.) Glad to see some other East Coasters are around (Stacey and Erin). We should all rendevous since we only live a few hours from each other!! All the best to everyone....cheers, Mindy

Mindy Scharlin · Boston, MA · Monday, September 3, 2007 at 7:16pm

Hi everyone, I'm with the class of 78 and hope to make the picnic to catch up with some old friend. Anyone that wants info on our reunion can join us at Yahoo! Groups - BerkeleyHS_1978.

Tai Nguyen · San Ramon, Ca · Saturday, September 1, 2007 at 12:16am · email hidden

A play about Berkeley High!? Apparently so. I'm having quite the Berkeley afternoon, here in sweltering L.A. - watching Cal ahead (so far) of Tennessee in football, and as I go through mail, I open some U.C. stuff, to find out that a Berkeley High-reared playwright named Itamar Moses is getting a play called 'Yellowjackets' workshopped on the U.C. campus. This 'young man' was *born* in '77, and went to BHS, and then points east, became a playwright of some growing renown, and now has written a play about Berkeley High. And it's free! Sept. 15 at 8, or Sept. 16 at 2, in the Durham Studio Theatre at Cal. Did I say free? Q&A afterwards! There's more info online on the Cal Drama Dept's website (tho' I can't link from here...) You folks still on the auld sod, let us know how it is! Or what it is!

Mark L. Williams · Pueblo of Angels, CA · Saturday, September 1, 2007 at 7:14pm · email hidden

Alright...let's get this party in action...my (fantasy) suggestion for a band would be Salsa de Berkeley (way ahead of their time...check out Wolfgang's Vault Concerts for great streamed downloadable show from 74). To those who wonder about the wisdom of having the dinner in Lafayette, the 20th wasn't exactly in Berkeley either... Her Erin...looks like I won't be the only Vermonter there this time... Unfortunately, Leslie (wife) and Jack and Ella (kids) will be staying home...only flying out for 3 days! Can't wait to see y'all!

Stacy Starkweather · Morrisville, VT · Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 9:32am · email hidden

Just wanted to say I hope everyone has a GREAT time. I was chronically shy and never spoke to anyone so you wouldn't know me or miss my attendace anyway but in my abscence - raise a glass to what once was our youth and it's never ending energy, hope and optimism of the future.

Jennifer Fraley Juelich · Martinez, CA · Wednesday, August 29, 2007 at 1:36pm · email hidden

Hi All, You have found me, and Thank you. It is my plan to be in attendance for our reunion.... Hope to see you all soon. Luther

Luther T. Jessie, Jr. · Oakland, CA · Tuesday, August 28, 2007 at 8:36pm · email hidden

I feel reallly awkward asking this, but after talking to a friend on the committee, it was suggested I sort-of ask for help with this: I really want to be able to make it to the dinner as well as the picnic, but being on a fixed income, all I can really afford is amtrak and the cost of the dinner, which would rule out a hotel stay cost-wise, so if anyone has an available couch for that night? (whew, that was hard to get out). Thanx. :) OR- if anyone is coming down from Davis for a carpool maybe?

Robin Kanstein · Davis, Ca · Monday, August 27, 2007 at 6:12am · email hidden

In case you are just reading the guestbook and not looking at the main BHS page , you can now buy your tickets for the 30th reunion either by check or by credit card online. See the main page for details. Also, please register your name in the online registration so we have your most up-to-date contact information. Its a real pain to manually update this information so it helps a lot if you use the online system.

James Reeves · Saratoga, CA · Saturday, August 25, 2007 at 12:46pm

Hello everyone: This has been a long time for me; I have not had the opportunity to come to any of the reunions because of work, or life getting in the way. But I have had the good fortune to have kept in contact with a great deal of all of you. Please e-mail me if you would like. Enjoy the 30th reunion. Love: Massimo Brofferio

Alberto (Massimo) Brofferio · Berkeley, CA · Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at 12:37am · email hidden

Great to see 77 is alive and well, just thought I d update you,my sis is up in seattle, brad allen is my neighbor, john gaebler and david hirvo are still out and about. Hi to everyone, won t be able to make the 30th but look forward to the 35th. keith briar

Keith Briar · alamo, ca · Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at 8:49pm · email hidden

Hello everyone, I actually graduated early with your class, however, my class was 1978; After coming to the 20th class reunion I actually went to the 1978 the year later, feeling like I knew more of those folks. Anyway not sure what my intent is yet, just connecting.

Debora Adams-Truso · Richmond, CA · Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at 10:11pm · email hidden

Wow, nice to hear from everyone again.

Sally Derman · Queens, NY · Monday, August 20, 2007 at 12:16pm · email hidden

someone please tell it's 30 daze...NOT 30 years!!!

John Laetsch · berkeley, ca · Saturday, August 18, 2007 at 9:57pm · email hidden

see everyone soon

Annette Lee · anerican canyon, ca · Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 11:38pm

While I understand the desire to have the reunion in Berkeley, I want to discourage complaints about where the event is being held as it's not a constructive use of energy. The committee did the best we could with the limited time we had to pull together a reunion event, while also trying to keep the costs down. The most important thing seems to be to reunite and celebrate together in the same room, particularly since we're now spread out across the Bay Area and beyond anyway. Thanks for understanding.

Michelle Coleman · Hercules, CA · Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at 12:04pm · email hidden

Congratulations to the class of 1977. I am honored to be included even thou I am class of 1978. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the family outting. Pamela

Pamela Simpson · Union City, CA · Monday, August 13, 2007 at 10:04am · email hidden

Living in Pasadena, working as a sound editor in film post. Also a fine art photographer. I'M Looking forward to seeing my OLD friends from the class o 77! copy and past this link if you'd like to see some work. www.silverandlight.net

Stephen Linsley · Los Angeles, CA · Monday, August 6, 2007 at 5:19pm · email hidden

I've been looking forward to the 30th Reunion for some time, especially since I missed No. 25. I very much appreciate the work of the Committee to put this event together for the rest of us. Thank You! That said, am I the only one who thinks it's WIERD for a BERKELEY HIGH SCHOOL class reunion to be held in the suburban town of LAFEYETTE? How did this happen? Is there no Berkeley restaurant able to host a party for several hundred? I mean, why stop in Lafayette? Come up to Davis and have it here! Clearly some very thoughtful people have worked hard to find a good venue. And I'll show up in Lafeyette if that's where it's at. But I think BERKELEY is where the BERKELEY HIGH SCHOOL REUNION otta be. Now - For entertainment. Can we get Tower of Power to play? Earth Wind and Fire? Donna Summer? I heard she sang at a Governor's gig earlier this year. Oh - And please be sure to make the name tags with BIG print so that those of us with failing eyesight don't have to embarrass ourselves by squinting at someone's lapel trying to remember who in the heck they are - because they sure LOOK familar - even after 30 years of wear and tear and good livin'. Looking forward to this event. Cheers - Jim McKinney

Jim McKinney · Davis, CA · Monday, August 6, 2007 at 6:04pm · email hidden

Well, dang. I missed the 25th due to that being my "summer of divorce" (is this the antithesis of a "Summer of Love?"), and now the 30th comes... on the same weekend I have back-to-back bookfest appearances down here! I am still writing books for young readers on the march, and I'd obliged myself to these two fests some months in advance. Sigh. Well, have a splendid time everyone. Does this mean on to the 35th? Or the 40th? Or do I get too far ahead of myself...?

Mark Williams · El Lay, CA · Monday, August 6, 2007 at 10:46pm · email hidden

Hi everybody, Life is very busy, as I'm sure it is for you too, so we were slow to start the planning for the 30th reunion. But, we've got it going for Sept. 29 & 30 and we hope to see you there. Please be sure we have your address and email so we can send you the details (also keep checking the website for updates). Hats off and much appreciation to James Reeves for keeping the site live all this time. He's a jewel and we thank him for his expertise and efforts, which are really really helpful and needed. And thanks to the rest of the committee, too. Looking forward to seeing all of you soon. To those that can't be there, we know you'll be with us in spirit. Hope life has been good for you and your families. Blessings, Michelle

Michelle Coleman · hercules, ca · Sunday, August 5, 2007 at 2:57pm · email hidden

Contact Info (951) 490-6077 Cell (951) 656-7718

Marcus Mckinney · Moreno Valley, Ca · Sunday, August 5, 2007 at 5:05pm · email hidden

Just a reminder to everyone about your contact info ... you need to register your information on the registration page If you don't see your name already, just add it. If you have any trouble adding your name, send me an email and I'll try to help. ... we won't be extracting phone numbers or emails from this guestbook. Signing the guestbook does not mean you registered. Hope everyone is well,

James Reeves · Saratoga, ca · Sunday, August 5, 2007 at 6:33pm

HELLO everyone! Erin & I (SHERYL) are looking forward to seeing you all this SEPT 2007 for our 1977 Berkeley HIGH School CLASS ReUNION!!!!! So, please come equipped with your VIDEO's and CAMERA's!!!!!! Let's all have a TON of FUN this Year! with LOT's O' LOVE....... Erin Stewart and Sheryl Rachal

Sheryl Rachal · Merced, CA · Saturday, August 4, 2007 at 10:49pm · email hidden

HELLO all ..... Erin Stewart & I (Sheryl Rachal) hope to see YA all soon on SEPT 29, 2007 @ JOE'S in Lafayette, CA 3707 Mt. Diablo Blvd ..... don't forget your VIDEO's and CAMERA's!!!!!!!! remember it's between 7pm to 11pm ...... here's looking forward to seeing YOU ALL! Erin Stewart and Sheryl Rachal at

Sheryl Rachal · Merced, CA · Saturday, August 4, 2007 at 11:43pm · email hidden

Wow!!!! Thanks all of you who have worked hard to make this happen! Looking forward to seeing you all.

Cassie Scott · Richmond, CA · Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 10:57pm · email hidden

Hope everyone has a wonderful 30th. Can't attend this one. Did the 10th and the committee work, with Mindy (hey, Mindy-Mind), Sunshine, Willa, Dennis, Chris -- all of you! We had such a great time, with our gettogethers at each others' homes, camping trip and swimming, carving our school and graduating year (BHS '77 -- YEAH!) on a picnic table, and posing for pics in the bleachers at BHS, yes? We were 27ish then and, wow, I thought I'd live in the Bay Area forever. My family's still there, so we visit, but Tod, the kids and I now are in Chicagoland. Wishing we could be there; we'll be thinking of you all. In the meantime, I'm with James: Only 500-sumpthin' days of Bush remaining.... :)

Becky · Chicago, IL · Monday, July 30, 2007 at 1:49pm · email hidden

I'm interested in learning if a 30th reunion is in the works. I'm in touch with a few other '77 yellowjackets who might be pursuaded to come out of the woodwork. Tom

Tom Klatt · Berkeley, ca · Monday, July 16, 2007 at 9:07pm · email hidden

Looking forward to our 30th Reunion

Harpreet S. Sandhu · Richmond , Ca · Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 10:16pm · email hidden

What a wonderful website. Lots of fun reading the entries. I haven't been to any of the previous reunions, but would love to be at the 30th. Ruth Sopher - Class of 78

Ruth Sopher · Mevaseret Zion, Israel · Saturday, June 30, 2007 at 5:36am · email hidden

Just happened on the site, had a great time reading entries and remembering people I went to BHS with. Am interested in any future reunions, since I missed all of the previous ones.

Robin Kanstein · Davis, Ca · Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at 12:29pm · email hidden

I live in Vermont now, but won't miss the 30th - THANK YOU for everyone who is getting this together out in California. My email is the same. . . Looking forward to it! Erin

Erin Donahue · East Thetford, VT · Sunday, June 17, 2007 at 4:56am · email hidden

I missed all the previous reunions alas, but would like to go to at least one! My kids are curious too...

Marius Landauer · Brookdale, Ca · Sunday, June 10, 2007 at 6:27pm · email hidden

grad 79

Melva Wright · Dublin, ca · Sunday, June 10, 2007 at 9:09pm

I was in the 77 class but graduated as a junior in 76. I plan to be in the States after about October 5 this year. If there's to be a no-host reunion after September 07, I'll be there. I welcome any personal correspondence from 77ers.

Renée Melchert · Amlapura, Bali Indonesia · Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 11:16pm · email hidden

This is great news. Wanda, any help you need, I'm here for you..

Rick Golphin · Brentwood, CA · Saturday, June 2, 2007 at 9:24am · email hidden

Hi all... I just got a call from Michelle Coleman who was meeting with the gang to look into a 30th reunion. She is thinking that it will be September or October this year, but it is not certain yet. She says she is looking into the possibility of a family outing, followed by a no host arrangement at a bar/restaurant. I amsure she would like help, so if you are able, let me know or call her directly. You can send me email through this website. Meeting with Michelle were Connie and Wanda.

James Reeves · Saratoga, CA · Monday, May 28, 2007 at 5:18pm

I missed our 25th reunion, but I'd make sure to make the 30th. It doesn't matter if it's small and simple as along as there's good company and plenty of booze :-). I hope this happens.

Jerome Abernathy · New York, NY · Wednesday, April 18, 2007 at 8:28am · email hidden

Hope some group of energetic people make a 30th reunion happen! I have a son at BHS, and a daughter on the way there, and their experiences trigger plenty of memories. I would be delighted with a simple no frills event as long as there is food, alcohol and music.

Paul Lecky · Berkeley, CA · Monday, April 16, 2007 at 2:36pm · email hidden

Count me in. It would be great if we can make this happen!

Daphne Moore-Hunter · Colton, Ca · Thursday, April 12, 2007 at 5:37pm · email hidden

30yrs. count me in. mfsrolan@yahoo.com

Mary F. Shavies-Rolan · Richmond, ca · Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at 5:18pm · email hidden

It would be

Danny Wynn · Columbia, SC · Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 11:11am · email hidden

I'm in. I would love to see how everyone is doing. I like the outdoor events. But dancing to

George Tsaconas · Berkeley, CA · Friday, April 6, 2007 at 10:33am · email hidden

Yeah, I'm all for another reunion. That'd be great!

Charlie Bucher · Oakland · Friday, March 30, 2007 at 11:36pm · email hidden

I am so excited about this reunion, hopefully we can make this happen people!

Jackie Ford (Achan) · Stafford, VA · Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at 1:07pm · email hidden

30th reunion? I'm in!

Scott Chan · Los Altos, CA · Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 9:16pm · email hidden

Count me in. I think both events would be nice but either one is good. I hope every one is enjoying life and appreciating their loved ones. Take care,

Wei Huey · PIEDMONT, CA · Thursday, February 15, 2007 at 12:54pm

Are we having a 30 year reunion?

Odell Qualls · Oakland, CA · Thursday, February 15, 2007 at 2:55pm · email hidden

Hi all It's been 30 years!!! WOW!!! I have been exchanging e-mails with James Reeves, and to our knowledge no one is yet working on a 30th reunion. I am interested in work to put one together but I can't do it alone. Please respond to me, or here in the guest book if your are: Interest in helping put it together or Interested in attending. and If you're interested in attending. please advise if you would prefer: A more formal evening funtion A picnic type event or Both, as we have done in the past. Thanks in advance Jim M. McMillan

Jim M. McMillan · Pinole, CA · Tuesday, February 13, 2007 at 7:53pm · email hidden

Hey! Good to read about how everyone is doing. I remember many of you like Rodney Anderson (sanderson). 1976.

Kevin Anderson · Berkeley, ca · Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 10:17am · email hidden

There are a couple of us who attended the institution. Those who also knew the other are welcome to address me.

George Bazak · oakland, ca · Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 4:35pm · email hidden