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Much time has been spent researching options for accommodations for the night of our 50th Reunion.  Since there is an event at Sears Point, many hotels have had rooms blocked for over a year-I found that out last year when I began my research.  The information I have now is up to date as of February 15 as I have re-connected with all hotels in the area.  Rather than list the many unavailable hotels, I will share with you those that are available.  most require a two night minimum, which I will note.  Prices nearby our event are high; better prices are available in the Cordelia and Fairfield area.  Many hotels listed are at least three star AAA rated.  RESEVING ASAP WILL AVOID RATE OR AVAILIBILITY  CHANGES.

In Yountville, the Napa Valley Lodge (707-944-2458) has availability and the Vintage Inn (707-944-1112) has availability-both over $500 per night.  The Railway Inn (707-944-2000) sounds like a real bargain in the area with prices ranging from $215 to stay in a vintage railway car.

In Napa, the following have availability in the $200-$300 plus price range:

Best Western on Soscol Avenue (707-257-1930); Best Western on Solano Avenue (707-253-9300); Best Western on California Blvd.  (707-255-1831); Embassy Suites (707-253-9540); Hawthorne Suites (707-226-1878); Hilton Garden Inn (707-252-0444); Marriott (707-253-8600); Winery Inn (formerly John Muir Inn) (707-257-7220)

The Merititage (707-251-1900) and Westin (707-257-1800) have availability for $400-$500 plus and did not state a two night minimum.  In American Canyon, the Springhill Suites (707-251-1418) and Fairfield Inn & Suites (707-643-3800) have availability in the $200-$300 plus range).  In Cordelia, if you want a nice place for a good price, I would suggest the Comfort Inn and Suites (707-864-1446).  It is only a AAA two star, but we have used it many times for groups and they liked it.  They serve a nice hot breakfast.  Rates are $119-$129 and senior rates are available and there is not a two night minimum.  The other properties in Cordelia are also priced better than the Napa area-Fairfield Inn & Suites (707-864-6672) and the Homewood Suites (no two night minimum) (707-863-0300) are priced from $154-$199).  The only place in Fairfield that was three stars and that has availability is the Hilton Garden Inn (707-426-6900).  The rate they quoted is $169 per night and they don't' require a two night minimum stay.  I

I would be happy to answer any questions or concerns-just email me at rainbowpog@aol.com and I promise a quick response.

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To find out who is coming to the Reunion:  Go to Classmate Profiles on top left box, click on this, has selections below click on the one that says attending the reunion, once this is clicked will show an R icon next to the classmates that have signed up and paid thus far.

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Note change of venue:

50TH HIGH SCHOOL REUNION

WHEN:  August 1, 2015 from 5:30 pm to 11 pm

WHERE:  Vintner's Golf Club/Lakeside Grill, 7901 Solano Avenue, Yountville CA 94599 (707) 944-1992.   Web site:  vitnersgolfclub.com   Directions: Take Highway 29 towards St. Helena, take 1st exit to Yountville go left and go under the overpass, 1st street turn left this is Solano Avenue, Vintner's Golf Club is on the right.

COSTS:  $90 per person if paid in 2014 and $95 per person if paid in 2015.  Please make out the check to Marilyn Reid and send it to her address:  550 East Spring Street, Napa California 94559.  Now have the ability to pay by credit card on the Class Creator site.

ACTIVITIES:  Buffet including bruschetta, sausages and shrimp, fancy salad, tri tip, chicken and vegetarian (for vegeterians please email Marilyn Reid for a special dish to be prepared) , red potatoes and garlic mashed potatoes, vegetables and a dinner roll and for dessert lemon bars and brownies, ; followed by a DJ and dancing .  A photographer will be making memory books for additional costs.

CONTACT PERSON;  Marilyn Reid, Activities Coordinator at (707) 695-7321, e-mail address: marilynkreid@gmail.com  NO CANCELLATIONS; DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS 7/15/15

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Per Lavon Fagan, Reunion Committee:

We have contracted Swentowsky Photography to do a "Reunion Yearbook" for our 50th Class Reunion.  The photographer will be at the event to photograph each classmate as you arrive.

The Reunion Yearbook will contain:

1.  Individual Photos.  2.  Group candid pictures at the Reunion 3.  A Memorial page for those who are no longer with us 4.  An entire class directory so you will be able to stay in touch with classmates that you re-connect with at the reunion.5.  Group pictures from the Junior High you attended:  Silverado, Redwood, Ridgeview.

The Reunion Year book is beautifully done with color photographs.  It's an 11 x 8 1/2 inch size with our Class year.  Illustrations of Napa High, the Napa High Indian and 1965-2015 50th Class Reunion on the cover.  Swentowsky's pictures in the yearbooks are excellent quality.  The Yearbooks will be available at the reunion and are $27.50 each which includes 1st class shipping, however, it will expedite your photo time in line if you would like to pre-purchase the yearbook prior to the reunion.(which we strongly suggest).  If you are interested in pre-purchase send $27.50 dirrectly to Marilyn Reid, prior to July 15th, 2015.  Her mailing address is: 550 East Spring Street, Napa CA 94559 (check made out to Marilyn Reid, she is our banker.

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David Stearns and Walt are producing a video with music for the Class of 1965 50th high school reunion.  The first video produced classmates felt were two long.  So a shorter version was created with two small videos that are explanatory.  If classmates would like different music email him at:  napahighclassof65@gmail.com.  Also send pictures as well and name who the classmates are the cut off date for submitting photos is 12/31/14.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm72ioXO_W0 I Remember When

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smhADZlj4F8 In My Life

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNwDDelhij8 Yesterday with Walt's photos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBO0UYW_ZfQ With a little help from my friends

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**Heads up,65-ers!!! Here's the date for the Annual "Lunch at the Lake"-held at Sunnyside Resort,Lake Tahoe,Ca. The date will be: Sun.Oct4th:Noon(ish)-Three(ish).Location:lower dining area-with Beautiful Lake Tahoe(West Shore)view!!
**Hopefully,this date will work out;for anyone who wishes to attend. We had 21 attendees;for the Oct,2014 gathering--our largest turn-out,yet. Let's make it an even higher #; for the 2015 event!
**I'll post details;once we know approximate attendance. I'll be providing appetizers & sweets. Lunch(Regular Lunch Menue),beverage(alcoholic & non);is on YOU! If we get a large enough group,we might be able to have a set group price--but we've haven't reached this goal,yet!
**Look forward to seeing as many 65-ers;as possible,up here at our Annual Lake Tahoe Get-Together! Meanwhile,hope to see you in Aug;for our 50th and re-connect! The committee is working very hard to make the event special & memorable!!
** RSVP by Sept.16th(ish),2015!! Thanks!!!!!!!!!!
**Contact me;Kris(Miller)Digges: h(530)546-8606/c(707)217-8883