Cherry Lawn Message Board

2007

9/10/2007

I am still looking for John Benjamen class of 65 he was last known to be in london -- If anyone knows where he is please let me know.

I have been trying for several years to locate him.

Richard Bottfeld, class of 1964 bottfeld@aol.com

8/24/2007

Hello to All; Can anyone tell me if Mr. Zuber is taking visitors? I visit Sarasota frequently and I would like to see him, if it is possible. I plan to be in Florida in September or October. If he is able to have visitors, please send me his telephone number. Best regards to all Cherry Lawn Alums.

Scott Ridge, Class of 1965. ridgesg@aol.com

8/17/2007

Suzanne Rogers, class of 1973 has been located. Her contact info and a link to a message is in the directory for the class of 1972

8/12/2007

Hello, everybody. Sorry I couldn't make it to this year's reunion. I was studying for the Connecticut bar exam, which was July 25th and 26th. (I'll let you know in October if I made it. It's basically a pass/fail test, and either way it comes out, I'm going to be surprised.) I was delighted to see from the posted photos that Bob Nurin, Bob Shankman, and John Shepherd were there, as usual, and was that Richard Hart (ne Berkowitz) I saw in one of them? Or just someone who looks like him?
Hilary J. Fried, CLS '65 (last attended 1963) fried@snet.net

8/9/2007

Well I was knocked out when I did a search on Basil and stumbled into this great legacy. Basil was my literary teacher at William Penn Charter in Philadelphia. PC is another unique school with a historic background and progressive education model. Bazz knew what he was doing and where to look. I could gush for pages about my experience with Bassil and want to point out point blank that his guidance, support and enthusiasm resulted in my book “Journey Home”. Although it was a brief interlude our meeting was essential in bringing this book to life. I want to somehow express this to his family – how can I get in touch with his surviving family.

Is Nancy still with us?

Paul B. DiMarco DMarcPB@evms.edu

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8/9/2007

Mike,

Thanks for responding – in a very real way I feel connected to the “Cherry Lawn” school through my brief association with Basil. Please feel free to post my comments on your message board. I can not overstate the landmark impression he made on me – the inspirational words he passed on to me at such a young age and the respect I felt as he and I accepted each other at face value. It was and is an inspiring meeting of two minds – that were open to each other and my book is a direct result of that “Cherry Lawn” spirit. There is a copy of the book headed for the William Penn Charter library simply dedicated to Basil and signed by me.

Paul B. DiMarco DMarcPB@evms.edu

Not only is there an echo, but it's startin' to get a little warm in here too......
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, ca - Friday, July 27, 2007 at 11:31:25 (EDT)

how about olives on pizza, or in a putanesca sauce or perhaps with some feta and some good wine? or in a tapenade? or in your lover's belly button? :)
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Friday, July 27, 2007 at 11:15:46 (EDT)

I do not recommend olives in bourbon, however.
David Kameras
DC - Friday, July 27, 2007 at 10:51:50 (EDT)

I do not recommend olives in bourbon, however.
David Kameras
DC - Friday, July 27, 2007 at 10:51:42 (EDT)

Boy, I could use on right now!
I M Thirsty
- Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 19:03:58 (EDT)

wow, it sounds like the place where all the pilots go to tank up before they take off! seriously, sounds interesting. I will have to check out the Boston area and see if there is a place around here with a Bloody Mary menu like that! :) Love to y'all! - - A
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 18:04:23 (EDT)

Differing vodkas and mixes and additives. Jalapenos, and other hot speecy-spicy condiments, etc. They had about a half dozen specific drinks listed but it sounded like you could mix and match anything you wanted. Bottom line? It would have kept you busy and out of the TSA's business.....they also had about 100 different beers listed.
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, ca - Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 16:14:07 (EDT)

ok Jon - exactly what kind of variations on a Bloody Mary are there? Now I'm curious! :)
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Thursday, July 26, 2007 at 15:02:49 (EDT)

Those people who are making donations...don't forget...a $50 donation gets you a set of the 1938 Cherry Lawn reproduction postcards printed archivally on fine art watercolor paper. You can see what these cards look like by clicking on this link: http://www.cherrylawnschool.org/pom/postcardsoffer.html
Hank Gans <hank@hankgans.com>
Edgewater, NJ - Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 09:08:21 (EDT)

Lew, watch the mail for a check from me as well.
Jon Ames
- Monday, July 23, 2007 at 19:23:22 (EDT)

If you're gonna put a piece of celery in a martini, you'll just have to get a bigger glass.......like that would be a bad thing. I'd like a Martini.....shaken, not stirred......and, oh yeah, extra-large. See? There's a positive side to almost everything......
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
LA, CA - Monday, July 23, 2007 at 19:21:04 (EDT)

Hi all Thanks Alese. I didn't want to pressure anyone so I never brought it up. But, since Laura did, the CLS fund is running dry, next years reunion is in doubt. SEND MONEY, any amount will do. Thanks again to Debbie Jacobson S. and Bob Shankman for your generous donations! For the folks who didn't show up, you missed the best day at the beach we ever had. Regards to all....Lew
Lew
- Monday, July 23, 2007 at 19:16:27 (EDT)

Yeah, well if that's not weird, then I guess I'm gonna try putting celery in my next martini! Apparently there are no basic immutable "rules of civilization" in LA...
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Monday, July 23, 2007 at 18:19:11 (EDT)

Alese, something happened on Sunday afternoon that made us think of you: Susan Hubshman S. and I were sitting in the N.Y. Sports Grill at JFK waiting for our flights by eating and drinking an early dinner. Here's where you come in.....the menu not only listed a Bloody Mary, no, it went further.......they actually had a "Bloody Mary Menu". Listing many different variations of B.M.s (don't get sleazy on me now). I'm sure they could have easily accomodated any of your odd requests for concoctions there. Just file it away for the future if you ever find yourself in the JetBlue terminal at JFK......I personally don't think substituting olives for celery is all that weird.....well, maybe a little. Love J.A.
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, Ca - Monday, July 23, 2007 at 17:08:06 (EDT)

Lew, I am mailing a check. I forgot to write it on Saturday. Laura, thanks for posting Lew's address, because it saves me the time of looking it up. Jon, Dianne and all you west coasters: I am saving for February, and planning on being there, so save a seat for me! Hank, you are the only one who can really make me look good in pictures, so I am dying to see what the Bloody Mary looks like! :) And what a GREAT idea - the cake for Sonya! Does she like vanilla or chocolate? And can we get ice cream and balloons with it? Why not?? :) Love you all, Alese
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Monday, July 23, 2007 at 16:56:15 (EDT)

Sonya (class of 32) and Herb Degan (class of 33) are both as fit and full of energy & good spirit as anyone from the later classes. A special toast to both Sonya & Herb! Saturday was indeed, a great day, the best weather in 10 years of reunions--warm, breezy but low/no humidity! The site is beautifully nestled on the inlet, with the sailboats surrounding us; the food is out of this world--amazing how much fun it is & how it all works out. Yup, we've been doing this summer thing now for 10 years, the same location for the past 8, the same third Saturday in July. And yes, Alese is correct, we made the decision to give up the mailing because the donations were dwindling considerably. We'd love to share the request for funds to keep the website going with more of the people who attend each year. So, if anyone does contribute an extra $1,000, we'd resume the mailing for next year; it would also cover the insurance for the beach day...and we would be able to send a car to pick you up. Seriously, though, no donation is so large that we won't accept it. Donations can be sent to Cherry Lawn School Alumni Association, c/o Lew Meyerson at 52 Pine Tree Hill Road, Shelton, CT 06484. Look forward to seeing you all next year!
Laura Schoen <lschoen@jhancock.com>
Beantown, MA - Monday, July 23, 2007 at 16:24:27 (EDT)

We did miss you, Chuck. Alese, I'm just digitally processing your photo at the Paradise Grill now. That Bloody Mary with the olives is looking good right now. Don't worry...so are you. Next year we're going to have to do a cake for Sonya Schopick because it will be the 80th anniversary of her year at Cherry Lawn.
Hank Gans <hank@hankgans.com>
Edgewater, NJ - Monday, July 23, 2007 at 15:48:44 (EDT)

What a great weekend. The weather was spectacular.....'specially compared to last year. Dave Kameras already managed to get pics up on the website. Whew, Dave! What took you so long? Plans are afoot to have another Western version of a reunion in Feb. Probably the first weekend of the month. The general consensus is it will be in Las Vegas. Any possible developments will be disclosed as they materialize. So if you are at all interested start saving your $$$$ now. It was great to see all those again this year in Darien although the flights back and forth from L.A. can be grueling it really was worth the time. I'm already looking forward to next year.
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angels, CA - Monday, July 23, 2007 at 15:44:42 (EDT)

Hi Chuck! I wondered where you were. No announcements were sent this year because funds are tight and a mailing costs about $300. And donations from alum are not always reliable, either. But the announcement about the reunion has been on the CLS website literally for months, with the date, and also information about the hotel (really good $ rate this year), and also about the dinner afterward. So where were you?? We missed you! Love you, Alese
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Monday, July 23, 2007 at 11:19:40 (EDT)

OK Everyone..... How come I didn't even get a reminder about today's reunion? Hum? I justgot back from NYC (school), it's 2:00 AM and it dawned on me that the reunion was going to happen soon. So now I'm checking up ....and low and behold....it's today. OK so I've been a little out of it. I have to work in the am but will arrive in the afternoon. Count me in for dinner too. Love to all of CLS'ers. See you later. Charles
Charles Lerner <drclerner@msn.com>
Bantam, CT USA - Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 02:08:08 (EDT)

The Darien weather reports for tomorrow look AWESOME! Don't forget sunscreen and water! You'll need plenty of both.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Friday, July 20, 2007 at 18:34:08 (EDT)

I just use it to steady myself when I go for a walk
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 21:11:08 (EDT)

I think that's the whole point of bootleg viagra.
David Kameras
DC - Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 20:51:04 (EDT)

If you are looking for sympathy, you may as well forget it. Very tough crowd. Losing a limb barely raises an eyebrow around here these days. If you have a good connection for cheap bootleg viagra, you may generate some excitement.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 20:25:10 (EDT)

I feel better now.
David Kameras
- Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 19:29:37 (EDT)

There is no Taxi strike. It's a few (6) drivers at one of the three Stamford Taxi companies who are doing what amounts to a minor sickout. The union is not involved, and even the affected company says they have been able to keep up with dispatches at normal speed. They said it only means there are no standing cabs at the train station. That's the latest from the Stamford Advocate.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 17:23:25 (EDT)

Just to let you know, I read somewhere on the web that there's a taxi strike in Stamford, and as some of us have learned the Doubletalk has gotten rather pissy about heading that far southwest, so I'll probably rent a car after all. Of course, I'm just assuming that the West Coast shuttle won't have any seats left.
David Kameras
DC - Thursday, July 19, 2007 at 13:43:20 (EDT)

Well that seals it. If Dianne is leaving today the shuttle will just have to loop back to L.A. on Friday ahfter dropping her off. Man, that must be some f-a-a-a-a-ast shuttle!
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 20:41:40 (EDT)

Hank - You're the man! I'll put a flag out at my driveway, but let me know soon because I'm headed to the airport in about 5 hours! Taking a "Red-EYE Special." See you all soon! Dianne
Dianne Grossman <diannegg@comcast.net>
Olympia, WA - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 18:31:59 (EDT)

Ok, Jon, but since it's a shuttle it will swing up to Olympia, Washington to pick up Dianne before heading east. See you on Saturday.
Hank Gans <hank@hankgans.com>
Edgewater, NJ USA - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 12:09:25 (EDT)

Hank, could you please arrange to have the hotel shuttle pick me up on Wilshire Blvd. where it crosses under the San Diego Freeway? That would really cut into my car rental and airfare costs. I think I'm gonna like these accomodating Double Tree folks.......
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, ca - Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 10:38:44 (EDT)

newtest
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 09:52:36 (EDT)

David Kamaras...the Doubletree was completely remodeled; the bar is a real bar and very decent. It will be a good place to meet and, in fact, they said they'd keep the bartender on that weekend into the wee hours if there were enough CLS'ers at the bar that wanted to hang out there. Everyone staying at the Doubletree: I just got an email from the sales rep at the hotel with whom I did the contract. She wants to know precisely when the shuttle will be needed to take people to the dinner at the Paradise Grill and when it will be needed to bring you all back. Can we discuss this here and come up with firm times for her? I'm also going to presume you want a shuttle ride to the CLS campus on Sunday, right? I told her months ago that this would be the case. And who needs a ride from the train station? Anyone? Anyone need a ride from the hotel to and from the beach on Saturday? I should probably be doing this all by email but this is more fun. If I don't get responses in the next day or so I'll start doing emails.

Hank Gans <hanknyc@earthlink.net>
Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at 12:01:10 (EDT)

Has everyone seen "This Is My School"? It was a movie made by Larry Frish '46 while a student at Cherry Lawn, and it was nominated for an Academy Award. Several years ago, Michael Garfinkel, '66 made special arrangements with Larry Frish and had a run of VHS tapes, and later DVDs made of the movie that were offered for sale on the CLS website. If I remember, I'll bring a copy on DVD and a way to play it to the beach this year. It's really a great piece of work, and every Cherry Lawner should see it. Just be forewarned that I may have to leave around noon this year due to family commitments, so if you want to see it, you need to get there before I take off.

Mike Manners - webkeeper
Friday, July 06, 2007 at 20:30:13 (EDT)

Well Dave, you better be prepared to tell your story to Alese 'cuz I doubt my "Forget Paris" will enetertain her for all that long.....of course, I have plenty of fired-off-of-shows stories. But please just have your story ready in case.....
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA - Friday, June 29, 2007 at 20:25:13 (EDT)

New Years '73, I had a bumpy ride in Paris.... it's a long story.
Dave The Bidimeister Kameras
- Friday, June 29, 2007 at 15:05:37 (EDT)

Don't know why that got posted twice... Speaking of Ms. Winger, remind me to tell you a story about her... See y'all soon! LY, A
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 14:34:59 (EDT)

well Jon - it's going to be a long weekend (is that like a "it's going to be a bumpy ride"?), so you should have plenty of time to tell all of us how you got fired. I for one am waiting in anticipation of a great story, so this better be good! :) LY, A
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 14:32:09 (EDT)

"Forget Paris"? I actually worked on that movie......Billy Crystal and Deborah Winger (1995). Actually, I was fired from that movie.....it's a long story.
Jon Ames '70 <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, ca - Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 11:43:15 (EDT)

unfortunatly, the media will NOT let us forget....
carolyn
- Thursday, June 28, 2007 at 10:14:49 (EDT)

Speaking of which, a timely reminder that we'll always have Paris.
David Kameras
DC area, - Wednesday, June 27, 2007 at 12:11:32 (EDT)

yes -- IF u know the lawyer's home, office, cell & pager #....
carolyn
- Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at 10:25:22 (EDT)

Oh wait......I think I know. Isn't that the phone you use to call your lawyer from jail?
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., ca - Tuesday, June 26, 2007 at 10:20:01 (EDT)

What's a cell phone and how do I get one?
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA - Saturday, June 23, 2007 at 14:12:55 (EDT)

ok Jon - I too can count! But I know that I have lost your cell phone # from last year, so email it to me or post it here and we can all call you even before you get to the hotel. Don't forget to charge it and turn it on. Aren't you like me: hate the darned things and only use them when necessary?? - - A
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Friday, June 22, 2007 at 13:56:02 (EDT)

One month away and counting.
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, ca - Thursday, June 21, 2007 at 12:49:36 (EDT)

Sounds like a good idea. There should be a pretty good size group there by then. My plane is supposed to get into JFK at 330pm and I'll pick up a car and hopefully be in CT by 5ish......unless i get screwed by the weather again like last year and end up sitting on the tarmac in Syracuse for an hour or so because there were thunderstorms in NY and we had to refuel.....ugh! Don't get me started....oops, too late. I started. I didn't get to the hotel until 9ish....and of course, all those that were there were way ahead of me.....if you know what I mean. I had to order two quick martinis to try and catch up. I'm hoping for a slightly different beginning to the weekend this year. See ya there....
jon ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA - Saturday, June 09, 2007 at 15:28:58 (EDT)

Hey Birdman, I'm coming in the night before this time, for a change. Should hit the Doubletree around 7:30, depending on train and shuttle stuff (no car this time). What say we (and others) meet in whatever passes as a bar there?
David Kameras <dkameras1@verizon.net>
Silver Spring, MD USA - Friday, June 08, 2007 at 11:52:10 (EDT)

Crickets? I think I hear them, too...

click-it

Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Thursday, June 07, 2007 at 10:33:21 (EDT)

I think I hear the crickets again.....it's awfully quiet in there.....any news on Mr. Z.? CT reunion just over a month away.
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., ca - Wednesday, June 06, 2007 at 16:42:04 (EDT)

Hey David --- right - the frizzled headed guy would have agreed --- and if we fold space -- we can come out in any time we want.... Regi -- nice to see you made it -- sorry I didn't have time to give you more info -- but -- looks like you made out fine. Dianne -- keep on smiling -- and if anyone finds John Benjamin let me know... Thanks for looking Fullis. Yay Einstein
Richard bottfeld <bottfeld@aol.com>
Mountainair, NM USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 16:31:41 (EDT)

Tuesday Report: Mr. Zuber is back at home and doing very well.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 15:28:34 (EDT)

I am a nubie to this message board. I had found the CLS website a few years back and it brought tears(believe it or not) to my eyes. Jay Sitkin contacted me about 3 or so years ago and introduced me to the CLS web site. Since then I have spoken to a number of my former classmates. I warms my heart. I also attended the Grateful Dead concert, but remember it being at the Filmore East in NYC. I had a dentist appointment that day in the city and met the class at the theater, with Zuber making sure we alll entered the hall. Wonder if my memory still works. I lost my year books from '70 and '71 in a robbery in '73 so I have not had any reference to names or faces till just today... WOW. Send my best to Dr, Zuber, please. Regina
Regina "purple' Jenner <regi_10@comcast.net>
albuquerque, NM - Monday, May 28, 2007 at 20:02:37 (EDT)

MONDAY UPDATE: Mr. Zuber continues to make very good progress. He has transferred to a rehab facility and may get to go home as soon as Friday.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Monday, May 21, 2007 at 11:30:55 (EDT)

FRIDAY UPDATE: MR. Zuber continues to improve, and no longer needs any oxygen, other than what he gathers himself. No word yet on when he gets to go home.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Friday, May 18, 2007 at 17:39:15 (EDT)

All good thoughts are sent to Mr. Zuber for a speedy recovery to perfect health. Helaine Fendler Gari
Helaine Gari (Chickie Fendler) <Hgari@aol.com>
Boca Raton, FL USA - Thursday, May 17, 2007 at 11:02:15 (EDT)

Tuesday Update: Mr. Zuber is up and walking around the hospital a little. He is doing well, but it is reported that he is a bit grumpy!
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at 08:20:29 (EDT)

FRIDAY UPDATE: Latest word is that Mr. Zuber's surgery this morning went very well. I think he will be in the ICU for 24 hours as a standard precaution, but all seems good.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Friday, May 11, 2007 at 10:29:27 (EDT)

Thursday Update: Mr. Zuber will be undergoing stomach surgery on Friday to correct a problem with the position of his stomach. He also has gallstones, but I'm not clear as to whether that will be addressed at the same time.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Thursday, May 10, 2007 at 08:05:31 (EDT)

UPDATE: Mr. Zuber is still in the hospital. His pneumonia situation is improved, but he has other issues (GI) that are keeping him in the hospital. That's all I know for right now...
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Wednesday, May 09, 2007 at 20:42:56 (EDT)

Mr. Zuber was admitted to the hospital on Friday. He is stable, but he has pneumonia. He will be in the hospital until at least Monday. Emails of encouragement can be sent to me, and I will forward them.
Mike Manners - webkeeper <mikemanners@cherrylawnschool.org>
- Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 18:37:34 (EDT)

Spaaaaace Cowboy, bet you weren't ready for that........
S. Miller
San Francisco, CA - Friday, May 04, 2007 at 12:14:15 (EDT)

"Time keeps on slippin', slippin', slippin'.....into the future....."
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA - Thursday, May 03, 2007 at 11:50:51 (EDT)

Richard, remember that well before he became a 70's pop icon, Steve Miller on his first album (roughly circa 1967-8) noted, "The beauty of time is that it's snowing." Einstein would probably have agreed.
David Kameras
DC area, - Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 21:23:30 (EDT)

Heads up! I have now posted the link to a special deal at the Doubletree Hotel on the Norwalk/Darien border. This is the hotel where the 1999 Reunion was held. They just finished a MAJOR renovation. Hank Gans has secured a block of rooms at $79 a night. The hotel is also providing free shuttles between the hotel, the beach reunion, the dinner at the Paradise Grill in Stamford, and even a visit to Cherry Lawn Park on Sunday! Just make sure to follow the link and make your reservations NO LATER than June 29th.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Tuesday, May 01, 2007 at 12:35:58 (EDT)

Ok Jon --- I make one losy comment about the importance of time and you are trying to fly Leary and see the friiendly skys... Remember - Einstein said you could fold the universe and get there quicker... and how did the frito bandito get in here????? we people from the mid sixties are still trying to find a meeting ground for those of you from the early 70s -- I know I plucked one of you out of the water on May 30th 1990 whiole white water rafting.. hope you are all fine
richard Bottfeld <Bottfeld@aol.com>
Mountainair, NM USA - Monday, April 30, 2007 at 14:39:33 (EDT)

Airplanes? We don't need no steenkin' AIRPLANES!
Frito Bandito
Tijuana, Mexico - Saturday, April 28, 2007 at 08:46:28 (EDT)

When he was told that going by airplane would save time, the Scottish man said, "Hoot mon!". Last one......unless another one comes up......
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L. A., CA - Friday, April 27, 2007 at 19:52:06 (EDT)

no Jon! - Timothy Leary could fly without planes! :)
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Friday, April 27, 2007 at 19:34:57 (EDT)

When he was told that going by airplane would save time, Timothy Leary asked, "What, man?".
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA - Friday, April 27, 2007 at 16:28:15 (EDT)

But what do you do if you just don't like flying at all? Some of us believe that it is an unnatural thing.... In any event, I can't wait till July to see you all again! For a one day (Saturday) reunion date, we have successfully turned it into a mini weekend reunion, and the more the better! LY all, A
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Friday, April 27, 2007 at 14:22:40 (EDT)

When he was told that going by airplane would save time, the Buddha said, "What man?"
David Kameras <dkameras1@verizon.net>
DC area, - Friday, April 27, 2007 at 13:58:06 (EDT)

When he was told that going by airplane would save time, Tarzan asked, "What man do with time?".
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA - Thursday, April 26, 2007 at 17:27:03 (EDT)

Dianne when did you start with the viagra lol forget that stuff and those chasing the lottery -- forget that too -- remember -- TIME - is the most valuable commodity we possess!!!! Pay attention folks -- Mike - the pic and book of Bazz -- signed by the classes is fantastic -- thank you for sharing. Richard Bottfeld class of 64
Richard Bottfeld <Bottfeld@aol.com>
mountainair, NM USA - Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at 22:04:32 (EDT)

Hi Deni. I actually maintain a few websites, and I've tried the Yahoo route before, as well as other "off site" guest books. To fend off SPAM, they require a fair amount of manual intervention. Better than nothing, but not really a complete solution. It also takes away ownership of what is posted and makes it the copyrighted property of Yahoo. It unfortunately tends to draw interest and attention away from the main website. After trying "hosted" guest books and message boards, I concluded that they are fine for special interest groups that do not have a website, but do not really fit in with what we are doing. I'm actively looking for workable alternatives, but no luck so far.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at 08:18:58 (EDT)

We could do a yahoo group. The only down side would be that people would have to join; they couldn't just read the messages on the website...
Deni '71 <trailtrotter@gmail.com>
Point Reyes Station, CA United States - Monday, April 23, 2007 at 20:53:34 (EDT)

In the past, I've found the Holiday Inn Select OK, and consistently $10-20 cheaper. But hey, if there's a special CLS rate, what the hell.
Kameras
- Monday, April 23, 2007 at 18:08:26 (EDT)

Just a heads up.....plans are afoot to strike a better ($$) hotel deal in CT in July other than the Westin. It's not definite yet but please check the website reunion info link for the latest. If you were planning on making a reservation at the Westin don't do it just yet.
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA - Saturday, April 21, 2007 at 15:46:12 (EDT)

Hi David. If the spam filter folks go away for good, it's gonna be a pretty big problem for me. I'm hoping that if they do go away, someone else will at some point start providing a similar service. This one is free, but I would have no problem paying if that's what it takes. Otherwise, it will be pretty much impossible to keep it going. I have no way of dealing with floods of 50 Spam posts an hour. I've even considered the idea of having folks email their posts to me, and I would manually add them. There are issues with doing that, and to be honest, I just don't have the time. I actually manage several websites like this one that all have message boards!
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Friday, April 20, 2007 at 16:56:25 (EDT)

Thanks Lew. And Mike, please don't take this board down. If that happened, the terrorists would win.
David Kameras <dkameras1@verizon.net>
DCA metro, - Friday, April 20, 2007 at 15:48:42 (EDT)

Thanks Lew. And Mike, please don't take this board down. If that happened, the terrorists would win.
David Kameras <dkameras1@verizon.net>
DCA metro, - Friday, April 20, 2007 at 15:47:49 (EDT)

Hi All Just a quick note to say I received the Beach Permit and sent it to Mike. He should have it posted soon if not already. Looking forward to seeing you on July 21. Lew
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Canton, AL USA - Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 17:29:31 (EDT)

What spam? Where? Looks like the filter is on again.....
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, ca US of A - Wednesday, April 04, 2007 at 12:29:40 (EDT)

just what gives with all the 'spam' ?????
Carolyn --'68 <croof1@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, April 04, 2007 at 06:40:21 (EDT)

I'm that lady who's been sending all those requests for your money, and I thank all of you who have supported my efforts to make you rich. In the mean time, I'll enjoy your trust in me and hope you understand how making me happy is reward enough! I also have a stock pile of Viagra - REALLY CHEAP! Don't be fooled by those other con artists out there! Signed, The Real thing!!! ;-}
Dianne Grossman <diannegg@comcast.net>
Olympia, WA USA - Tuesday, April 03, 2007 at 21:30:25 (EDT)

David, I've also struck up a friendship with that woman....but get this: I'm supposed to be getting a giant check from Bill Gates just for forwarding a bunch of emails. And so can you! Its really easy........
jon "birdie" ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
LA, CA - Tuesday, April 03, 2007 at 20:30:51 (EDT)

Birdie, sounds to me like your reunion experiences are a bit luckier than others. Yet on another bright side, in light of Alese letting us down on the lottery, a fritzed-out spam filter means we should have an exciting assortment of investment opportunities in West Africa. I for one am on a first-name basis with the widow of a deposed ex-colonial oil minister.
David Kameras <dkameras1@verizon.net>
DC area, - Tuesday, April 03, 2007 at 19:06:43 (EDT)

But Mike, look on the bright side......we finally have a source for cheap Cialis and Viagra.......Yippee! Just in time for the reunion. See! There is a God....and on the first night of Passover no less.......
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA - Monday, April 02, 2007 at 20:16:33 (EDT)

Oh, boy! The Spam filter service I was using has vanished. This has happened before, and they returned a few days later. For now, we will be plagued with all sorts of SPAM. I don't really have time to do much about it, or clean it up. Hopefully the filter service will re-appear in a few more days. Otherwise, I'm not sure of the options.
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Monday, April 02, 2007 at 16:37:21 (EDT)

.......yeah, well I didn't win anything either so I guess we're back to needing Alese to win so I can let her pay for me....
Jon Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., ca - Monday, April 02, 2007 at 15:39:37 (EDT)

Seems fair enough...
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Monday, April 02, 2007 at 13:45:06 (EDT)

Alese, never mind you winning the lottery. I just plunked some bucks down here in CA. I'll make a deal with you, if I win I'll pay my own way to Darien. Howse that sound?
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA - Friday, March 30, 2007 at 15:47:43 (EDT)

does my double posting from the other day have to do with me being a gemini or is it just my schizophrenia? oh well... at least both of me don't care! As for the new and improved relationships with both Jon and Bidi, all I can say is "gee, I never knew you cared!" :) But you can forget it. I checked, and we are not $48 million richer. I knew it was a waste of a buck. Ah well... c'est domage, n'est ce pas? LY, A!
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Friday, March 30, 2007 at 11:52:53 (EDT)

Cherry Lawners will want to know that I have written of Dr. Stael and of Cherry Lawn with deep affection in my new book, "The Great Kisser." It's available on Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.com or from my publisher, Rager Media. Reviewed in the November 2007 issue of Commentary, Publishers Weekly, The Forward, The New York Jewish Week, etc.
David Evanier <devanier@earthlink.net>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Friday, March 30, 2007 at 08:25:53 (EDT)

You know Alese, I've always felt that our relationship was more than just physical, and what with the lottery and all, I think things could move to a different level.
Bidi
- Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 19:51:52 (EDT)

I didn't send that twice. I suspect a saboteur is at work here.......or a little webmaster hijinks, maybe ? Hmmmmmmm?
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA USA - Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at 13:40:47 (EDT)

There's that dern echo again......hellooooooooo?
Jon Ames '70 <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA US of A - Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 18:08:22 (EDT)

funny that you should mention lotteries, Jon! I usually NEVER play them, but for some reason today I really did buy a couple of tickets. So if I win enough to get you here in July (after the taxes and all that stuff), this year it's my treat for you! So, now I guess we both cross our fingers.... and wait for the inevitable to happen - when I don't win and say to myself that I should have just put the money in the bank, or blown it on junk food or something else more enjoyable than little pieces of paper.... Anyway, see ya in July! And keep us all posted on the happenings in your life! LY ALL, @
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 17:42:39 (EDT)

Hey Alese, win any lotteries lately? I might have to send you the bill for my airfare.......
Jon Ames '70 <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA US of A - Tuesday, March 27, 2007 at 15:36:17 (EDT)

HOORAY! There IS life outside the ozone! And maybe Elvis is there! I would personally prefer the west coast just because it is such a treat for someone from the east coast to be there (and to make an extended vacation out of it), but if LV is the location, so be it! I will save all my pennies for sure! And if I win the lottery, that's even better (I guess that means I will have to start playing it, huh?). Anyway, CT in July it is! That's always a great time! love you all! - - A
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
snow city today!, OZONE - Friday, March 16, 2007 at 15:07:13 (EDT)

Viva Las Vegas (where Elvis has NOT left the building).
David Kameras '70 <dkameras1@verizon.net>
DC environs, - Friday, March 16, 2007 at 11:20:54 (EDT)

I think there's an echo in here.....how's this? Vegas, Vegas, Vegas! Yup, I guess so.....and let's not forget CT in July. Already looking forward to it.
Jon Ames '70 <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA - Friday, March 16, 2007 at 09:46:05 (EDT)

Dianne -- keep me posted -- i'll start NOW on the Cherry Lawn decorations,..... :)- Vegas is good for me.
Carolyn White <croof1@hotmail.com>
Romulus, MI USA - Friday, March 16, 2007 at 07:07:19 (EDT)

Dianne -- keep me posted -- i'll start NOW on the Cherry Lawn decorations,..... :)- Vegas is good for me.
Carolyn White <croof1@hotmail.com>
Romulus, MI USA - Friday, March 16, 2007 at 07:05:47 (EDT)

Hi Alese, Sure!! I am definitely planning on helping to coordinate the next west coast reunion. It was so much fun planning this event and meeting all the new folks as well as reconvening with the "regulars," that I am already brainstorming details for next year. It had been discussed to hold the next reunion in Las Vegas since since so many folks had been quite enthusiastic about that location, so this may be the direction it takes. On the other hand, ther are several alumnus who live in the greater LA area, so perhaps that may win out as the chosen locale. Like last year, I will submit a questionnaire on-line to ascertain the intereset level of attendance and location, so keep your eyes posted. ANYONE READING THIS, WHO HAS NOT UPDATED THEIR E-MAIL WITH OUR WEBMASTER, PLEAE DO SO; ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN RECEIVING INFORMATION ABOUT ANY FUTURE REUNIONS IN THE WORKS. Alese, hoping you will be able to attend! All the best! Dianne
Dianne Grossman <diannegg@comcast.net>
Olympia, WA USA - Friday, March 16, 2007 at 01:02:22 (EDT)

Thanks to all who were at the SF reunion and posted pix! I was sorry to see what I missed because I couldn't be there, but the pix (sort of) made me feel as if I was a part of the weekend. Perhaps next year I will be able to make it to the west coast... a few of us are tentatively planning for that now, if there is going to be another reunion (Dianne - are you up for doing all of that again :) ???). - - Alese
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at 19:04:20 (EDT)

This is in response to Miriam Schaffer Mazower ( whom I remember), with regard to BARBARA GLAZER. She graduated in 1946 and lived in Stamford, CT at that time.... and may still. I hope that this information will help you Miriam. Helaine Fendler Gari ( Chickie) hgari@aol.com
Helaine (Fendler) Gari (Chickie) <hgari@aol.com>
Boca Raton, FL USA - Thursday, March 08, 2007 at 10:51:22 (EST)

I am researching Miriam Ibling, an artist, who taught at Cherry Lawn from 1945 through 1946. I am looking for anyone who has memories of this woman or her art works. Thank you in advance.
Mia Newman <miaot@catskillrehab.com>
Livingston Manor, NY USA - Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at 09:54:22 (EST)

Hello Lew and Co., I am very sorry I haven't posted any pictures or other comments about the reunion, but I have been going non-stop since I returned late Wednesday evening. At the moment, I'm in the computer lab of a junior high school making sure students don't do anything inappropriate. If they only knew! I PROMISE TO SEND OUR WEBMASTER ALL MY PICTURES OVER THE WEEKEND, so after that, I'll be off the hook. I hope the pictures turned out okay!!! Stay tuned... Dianne Grossman PS. Anyone waiting for anything from me will be sent on the weekend as well! thanks for your patience!
Dianne Grossman <diannegg@comcast.net>
Olympia, WA - Friday, February 23, 2007 at 14:47:54 (EST)

We are so happy that this reunion happened! Thanks to Dianne for pulling it together. Hopefully there is one next year. PICTURES, PICTURES, we want PICTURES!! Regards to all, see you in July! Lew
Lew Meyerson
- Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at 10:47:36 (EST)

And defying all weather odds we had three perfect days of sun in the low 80s. Once again it was nice to see people I hadn't seen in a reeeeaaaalllly long time. And to meet others I'd never had the pleasure. Considering Dianne G. had to pull most of this off from 1000 miles away, I'd say we owe her a tremendous round of applause. Thanks also to Terry Paulding for putting together the brunch on Sunday at her facility in Emeryville. Nice blintzes! Only thing that could have made it better would have been if those that got stuck in the snow back East could have made it somehow. Well, there's always July in CT. And maybe this can become a regular occasion.
Jon "Birdie" Ames '70 <mrnoodles@earthlinl.net>
Los Angeles, CA - Monday, February 19, 2007 at 18:03:14 (EST)

Well, despite the fact that no one was arrested, we still had a lot of fun. Pictures to follow!
Deni O'Brien '71
- Monday, February 19, 2007 at 13:14:20 (EST)

So....Sunday night, it's been a hoot, and happily, we're continuing the tradition of late-night carousing; a glass of Hennessy, Baileys, chattering about the left-handedness of the universe, reviving memories...A great turnout, inspite of the East Coast weather foul-up; food was terrific, sites were great fun, seeing new people and old friends was out of this world! Cynthia, Enid, Dube, David L, and Doug and others who didn't make it; you were sorely missed. George Clarke won the Rice-A-Roni award for coming the greatest distance, direct from Uganda; Dianne Grossman pulled off a great event & we all look forward to seeing each other again. I think I can safely say everyone had a swell weekend. Stay tuned for photos and more news! Laura S.
Laura Schoen <fionaschoena@comcast.net>
San Francisco, CA - Monday, February 19, 2007 at 00:09:59 (EST)

Hi! Just saw T.S. Monk's videos "bon vie" and "candidate for Love" on Youtube.com. Very 80's and cool! Thanks!
j. sellinger <jsellinger@wjcs.com>
rye, ny usa - Sunday, February 18, 2007 at 21:40:46 (EST)

Gee Mike - give 'em credit! They're too smart to get arrested! :) But seriously, post the pix fast so we can see what we're missing. And don't forget some of us are tentatively planning on getting to the west coast reunion next year... - - Alese
Alese <abcesq@comcast.net>
- Saturday, February 17, 2007 at 14:28:27 (EST)

So... Does anybody at the West Coast Reunion have internet access? It would be a lot of fun to have some posts about what's going on, and "interesting moments". Anybody been arrested yet?
Mike Manners - webkeeper
- Friday, February 16, 2007 at 17:23:21 (EST)

Here's wishing a lot of luck to those folks coming from the Northeast or going through the Mid-West on their way to the SF reunion. There have already been some delays for some travelling today or tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing the assemblage. I'll be there Friday around noon. Hope there are no snow problems for those of us flying out of So. Cal. But you never know.....see ya.
Jon "Birdie" Ames <mrnoodles@earthlink.net>
L.A., CA - Wednesday, February 14, 2007 at 17:11:50 (EST)

I was so happy to come across the CLS website. I am sure that many of you felt the same almost-impossible-to-describe emotions as I did when you first saw it as well. Here are two memories to share. The first is the school trip in November of 1970 to a Grateful Dead concert at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester - no museums for us! Only at CLS.... The second is more unusual. When I was attending Columbia in the late 70s (anyone who may remember me is probably shocked but that is an other story) I entered an elevator in my usual preoccupied state and did not look carefully at a woman and a professor type who were already in the elevator and engaged in conversation. When the woman and the man got off the elevator I noticed them, and I was positive the woman was Ruth Dreesen. But they had disappeared before the doors closed and I had the chance to say anything. I have since read Ruth's letter and now I know she was there at the time and it was her!
Eric Rosen <ericrosen@adelphia.net>
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418 - Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at 19:40:12 (EST)

Hi all, just an FYI, The Summer reunion/Picnic is still on. This year it will be July 21 2007 at Pear Tree Point on the Darien Beach, same as it ever was. More info as the year progresses. Regards to all. Lew
Lew Meyerson
- Friday, January 19, 2007 at 12:28:04 (EST)

I have just come accross this site. I was at Cherry Lawn for a couple of years in the 40's. I was evacuated from London, my name was then Miriam Shaffer. The only name I remember is LInda ( I think) Glazer, does anyone know of her? I would be happy to hear if anyone does.
Miriam Mazower <mazower@lineone.net>
London, England - Thursday, January 11, 2007 at 15:57:46 (EST)

Joan Strasser; CLS '59-- I owe you a response to the e-mail message sent me during November. However I never linked your address to my IE address book. Here below is mine; hope to hear from you. GBN
Gilbert B Norman <gbnorman@chicagonet.net>
Clarendon Hills, IL USA - Saturday, January 06, 2007 at 13:39:30 (EST)

Happy New Year to all, and I hope we see all of you in SF at the reunion February 16-18th.

The time has come to learn whether you are planning on attending the February CLS reunion. We have a definite crew of about 50 solid YESES - many with spouses or significant others and many coming solo, so everyone should feel quite at home. There are still plenty of hotel rooms available at both the Comfort Inn and the Coventry Inn, and others willing to share a room, but you MUST register by January 16th to guarantee our reduced group rates.

Caterers and hotels need to know what to plan as well as our own reunion crew! Please don't leave things until the last minute, so I can also find some time to enjoy this event. A little guilt never hurts now and then. I'd imagine there will still be rooms after that date, but given that this is a holiday weekend, the rates will rise, and options may become more limited. There are still local alumni willing to serve as hosts at there homes if this is a preferred way to attend.

PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP IF YOU KNOW ONE WAY OR THE OTHER, SO I CAN PLACE YOU ON OR OFF THE LIST.

Even better yet, if you are planning on attending, go on-line and fill in the registration form; send it to me either on-line or via snail mail, along with your check made out to Dianne Grossman for either $50.00 per person for the dinner only; $25.00 per person for the brunch only; $75.00 per person for both. Please feel free to send a little extra to help me cover costs not included in these fees. My address is 6124 Libby Road. NE, Olympia, WA. 98506-1629.

Call me if you have any questions: 360-943-6651 or my cell, which may be a better bet: 206-550-0933

LOOKING FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON! AND REMEMBER TO SHOW ME THE MONEY $$$

Respectfully yours, Dianne
Dianne Grossman <diannegg@comcast.net>
Olympia, WA USA - Thursday, December 28, 2006 at 02:40:34 (EST)

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