MHS Class of 1970
We are combining with the class of 1971 for golf and have worked out the details together. Golf will be held on Friday, October 14. Most likely in the morning. We won't know tee times until we get closer to the date. It is important that we start to get an idea on the number of those interested. We have a signup for here -->Click Here<--
You can sign up for yourself or for a party of more than one. We will post a list of those who are playing to generate interest so please sign up when now.
Payment will be worked out as we get closer. Once we announce the payment requirements you will have to commit. Once you commit you will be expected to pay whether you have to cancel or not. These are golf course rules.
That's Friday, October 14th through Monday, October 17th.
That's the weekend after Columbus Day weekend. It will be the 52nd reunion of the Manchester High School Class of 1970. Since we've done this before we'll keep it mostly the same. We're always open to make improvements. Send us your suggestions!
Here's where we're at:
We want to make this a worthwhile trip for anyone who wants to enjoy the memories of a lifetime and the people who are a part of it. If you are willing to take the time and go to the expense to make the trip from wherever you are then we want to make it worth your effort. If you haven't seen a New England fall foliage in a while you sure can at this time. That's why we chose this weekend. Enjoy it. The photo to the right is a reminder. Photo credit to Karen Ware Gagnon.
Yes, we will hold another reunion. Until then you're on your own. Stay healthy, live well. Eat plenty of greens, vegetables, whole grains, fish, fruit, legumes, breans, nuts, and olive oil. Exercise, keep your spirits up, and we'll see you again.
Plans for the 51st reunion of the MHS class of 1970 are moving forward. The dates remain the same. Columbus Day weekend October 8 through October 11. Most of the planning had been done when the pandemic shutdown came. We will have to reconnect with all the venues we had plans with. I'm sure there will be changes. This page, not currently up to date, will be updated as more information is learned.
https://www.manchester1970.com/schedule.html
Stay tuned for more information. We'll keep you up to day.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed everything. As of this writing there is little certainty about what the next couple of months will bring. Like everyone we look forward to having this all behind us.
The reunion committee has targeted the month of July as a time to consider a decision on whether or not to postpone. We have an eye on organizations larger than ours that have a lot more at stake and will put more effort and resources into the decision to open or close. We consider them to be bellwether organizations. We are watching to see if MHS returns to normal classes. Also will professional sports start to fill their stadiums again this fall. What will air travel be like? Of course we are watching daily for the latest information on the pandemic from scientists, doctors, epidemiologists, and public officials.
What's happening in your part of the world? Let us know of anything we should take into consideration when making a decision. We will reach out again in a few weeks.
The World Is Temporarily Closed Photo by Edwin Hooper on Unsplash
Graphic provided by The United Nations on Unsplash
The Cheney Silk Mills played such a large role in the history and development of Manchester as well as the lives of our grandparents, parents, and our lives. Some of our parents emigrated from overseas to work in the Cheney Mills. How many of you really know much about the details? If you are interested in learning more here's an opportunity.
The Old Manchester Museum is located in an 1859 schoolhouse at 126 Cedar Street. According to their website it contains "collections of maps, artifacts, exhibits of Pitkin glass, Cheney silk, art, military items, and more." Visit the society's page for this exhibit by clicking here. Curator David K. Smith is pictured here.
An excellent book on Manchester History is a book entitled The Story Tellers by Milton K Adams. It is a compilation of news articles going back to the late 1700's. It begins:
Life wasn't too bad back then. That book and others are available for sale at the museum. Milton K. Adams is the father of classmate Paige Adams.
The Cheney Homestead is located at 106 Hartford Road. A visit there is described as "View this 1785 house at 106 Hartford Road, and hear commentary about the residence, which was donated to the Manchester Historical Society in 1968 for use as a house museum." Guided tours include history of the building and its contents, and of the family who lived there. The Keeney Schoolhouse is on the grounds of the Homestead, and is open when the weather is warm enough.
Click here for details on the Cheney Homestead and Keeney Schoolhouse.
The Fire Museum is located at the old Cheney Fire Station at 230 Pine Street. They do have some interesting exhibits there. You can read about it on the Manchester Historical Society's page by clicking here. You can also go directly to The Fire Museum's webpage by clicking here.
If you are interested in the Cheney Historic District you go on a self-guided walking tour. You can visit this page here for general information, click here. You can view a map of the district with points of interest by clicking here.
Buckland Billiards will be opening up especially for our group of the combined classes of 1971 and 1970. Most of the tables at Buckland Billiards are the 7 foot "bar tables" with the coin operated mechanisms removed. They do have 2 tables of the regulation 9 foot length. During normal hours they offer food but may not bring in the staff for our event. We'll know when we get closer to the event. They are a full service liquor license establishment and I'm sure they will be serving drinks.
If you played pool in Manchester during the 1960's then you know the name Larry Lisciotti. He was a Manchester kid who went on to become world champion. He was talented in many sports but his exploits and adventures as a professional pool player and pool hustler are legendary and well documented. He is an inductee of the Manchester Sports Hall of Fame. Read more about The Dugout and Larry Lisciotti in this piece of local history written by Californian and Manchester native Laudizen King. Laudizen King is a pen name and his true identity is a closely guarded secret. Very interesting ->click here<-.
We'll meet there at 1:00 PM.
Here's a list of some local breakfast joints put together by our staff of local culinary insiders. We may want to gather informally in one of these to start our day. Whether big groups or small groups organize yourselves to suit your interests. Remember Saturday we plan to have breakfast in the high school cafeteria.
Landmark Cafe. 867 Main St #4, Manchester, CT 06040 Phone:(860) 432-7344
Cosmic Omlette. 485 Hartford Rd, Manchester, CT 06040 Phone:(860) 645-1864
The Gathering Restaurant. 471 Hartford Rd, Manchester, CT 06040 Phone:(860) 646-2400
Sunny Side Up. 1095 Main St, Manchester, CT 06040 Phone:(860) 649-4675
Center Perk. 639 Main St, Manchester, CT 06040 Phone:(860) 474-5543
Chez Ben Diner. 927 Center St, Manchester, CT 06040 Phone:(860) 649-4011
Pastrami On Wry. 291 E Center St, Manchester, CT 06040 Phone:(860) 432-4389
IHOP. 191 Deming St, Manchester, CT 06042 Phone:(860) 644-1713
Rein's NY Style Deli. 435 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066 Phone:(860) 875-1344
Vernon Diner. 453 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066 Phone:(860) 875-8812
Denny's. 35 Talcottville Rd, Vernon, CT 06066 Phone:(860) 872-3130
It's a place to write a message. Got a story to tell? Here's a place to do it. Can't make the reunion but have something to share with your classmates? Do it here. We welcome anyone who wants to contribute. To do so you will need to be a registered user on this site and you will need the correct level of access.