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Randy Tolman (1967)

Ah the Granada Theater! What wonderful memories I have of that place. My brothers, Wallace and Fred, accompanied me on Saturday mornings as we walked to the Granada for our weekly outing. I know we didn't go every weekend but when we did that's what made it so special. My fondest memory took place when I was 10 years old in the balcony setting with my first girlfriend. We hugged and kissed so much there is no way I could tell you what the movie was that day. But I certainly remember who she was and I'm not telling you that either. I loved the Granada theater.

John (Billy) Spies (1971)

Saturday at the Granada was great..a serial (old Buck Rogers), 2 movies, and cartoons. That was the place to be on cold winter days. I would sometimes go with my neighbors (Roys) and their older brother (Johnny) was an usher. He would bring us free candy bars and cokes; we felt like big shots. Johnny was later killed in Vietnam. It was really special when I could tag along with my older brother and his friends since they were five years older. I also remember that the balcony was off limits to kids during the day since they had a tendency to throw popcorn and stuff down below. My family did go a few times at night and we sat in the balcony...nice. 

Nick Nunez (1979)

I have a Story to share for my Classmates and others also, Back in 2010 I was cleaning out our closet and came across a large box which contained MANY vynil records I had from the 60's ,70's, and 80's and while taking and sorting out all these albums out, low and behold I found my class ring which I thought I lost 30 years prior, Oh it brought back so many memories, Plus I was in shock and in disbelief when I seen it, and was just overwhelmed, Do any of you still have yours!

Len Wolff (1967)

My second cousin called me one Saturday morning and asked me if I wanted to go to the Granada to catch the Saturday Matinee. He was in the sixth grade. I was in the fourth grade. I asked him what was playing. He said "Snow White."  I said "Oh, I don't know. I'm not real crazy about Snow White." He said; Aw come on, let's go anyway." I got to thinking about the popcorn, Coke, and Milk Duds. So I said OK, let's go.  His mom let us off at the box office. She was going to pick us up after the show. We asked the lady at the ticket window for two tickets to Snow White. The lady said "Snow White? Snow White's run ended last Wednesday." We asked what was playing. She said "The Mummy's Curse and Dr. Faustus' Horror Chamber." We had a great afternoon. The Coke, popcorn, and Milk Duds never tasted better!

Kathy Culpepper (Gunderson) (1968)

Donald Allee (1968)

It always amazed me that everyone would take in Saturday matinees at the Grenada in twos, threes,or more. At exactly 3.5 miles from our front door(s) in North Houston, everything required perfect timing to arrive by 11:45 a.m. I recall Tommy Self, Connally Shields and me always doing  the Granada on Saturday after a Friday night at the Rainbow Roller Rink. The "girlfriend pairings" would take place after coke, popcorn and candy was purchased. I think we were all on rigid budgets back then. I also remember that hand-holding was usually tolerated while hugs and any form of lips meeting brought out the guys with flashlights and double-breasted blazers. Seeing video of Jensen Square burning certainly brought back some GREAT Granada memories

Jerry Poole (1964)

Nick Nunez (1979)

Thanks Kathy, It was one experiance that was heart warming to me also, Sure wish others of my Class were on this site.

Take Care.

Steve Conroy (1973)

Nick Nunez I lost my ring in the middle of a lake!  I've threatened to replace it for many years.

Marvin Wright (1969)

My Saturdays were spent helping dad and mother with three sessions at the rink, Rainbow. But I did get to go now and then. T & L always had a great chicken fried steak. Those were actually fun times great memories. 

Ron Coffee (1961)

I remember when the Granada theather opened. I thought the North Houston theather was great until then. We had to walk allot further, but it was worth it !!!

Harlon Pickett (1960)

I can remember when there were three choices for movie theaters on or near that part of Humble road (Jensen).  As mentioned Granada, North Houston and a liitle ways east, the Luell.  I think it later became bowling alley/pool hall etc.  Amazing that we could walk from Talent street and spend the entire Saturday without adult supervision and live to tell about it.  LOL

Rivét Coy (1965)

I haven't seen any mention of Epson Downs Drive In Theatre corner of Turner and Jensen Dr. 

Donna Howard (Locke) (1962)

I have great memories of the Granada theater also. Going to Rainbow roller ring was another treat where I got to wear a cute skating skirt outfit made by my grandmother. My grandparents raised me. We also got to go to T&L restaurant. My first job was at Cameron's 5&10 by Western Auto. Worked there 4 years. I also remember North Houston  theater and Epsom zdowns drive in. We also had Irvington and Tidwell theatres. Princess drive in was the Friday night place to be, but always circled through Prices's and Baileys before going home. Most of us grew up in the same economics status at the time because most families were still living a little frugal with memories of war times. It was the greatest time to have grown up in my opinion. See ya!

Travis King (1958)

Phyles Smith (Schobel) (1967)

I wanted to let you know James Land passed away on Monday May 10,  2021 from cancer.

I believe Kim Falk must be his daughter (maybe) but her number is at the bottom if you have questions.

Funeral arrangements are as follows

James Mannen Land

Klein Funeral Home - Tomball 

1400 W Main

Tomball, Tx 77375

Viewing Thursday May 13th 5-8

Funeral Friday May 14th 10:00 

Reception to follow at Jeanie and Patrick’s home

Kim Falk 

832-896-3479

Kathy Culpepper (Gunderson) (1968)

Kathy Culpepper (Gunderson) (1968)

Danney VAN McCoy (1966)

EPSOM DOWN DRIVE IN FAVORITE SPOT 👍👌 JENSEN DR NOT AS DANGEROUS AS TODAY , BUT MAJORITY OF MY FRIENDS IN65-66  FAVORED AIRLINE DRIVE IN . GREAT TIMES , MEMORIES IN 66' Lots OF ROADS TRAVELED SINCE THEN !! 

Marvin Wright (1969)

Jensen Dr was not all that great even back then. I remember Mr Pettigrew almost got beat to death in a robbery at his first parts store on Jensen.  Haven't heard anyone mention that Epson Downs drive in got it's name from the original horse track that was there.  Hardy street had some bad areas also.

Lawrence Tracy Lott (1976)

Nick Nunez 79'

I lost my class ring (76') in Atlanta airport on the way home from Infantry training at Fort Benning in Nov 76'. Took it off to wash my hands in a bathroom and didn't realize it until I was on the plane to Houston. Lucky for me I had my full name engraved inside (Thank you Balfour!). I flew back through there a couple of weeks later on the way to my first assignment in Germany and some kind soul had turned it in to lost & found. Still have it 45 years later, though I don't wear it much any more. Some days you just get lucky!

Kathy Culpepper (Gunderson) (1968)

John (Billy) Spies (1971)

Kathy Culpepper (Gunderson) (1968)

Paula Ruzicka (1972)

Danney McCoy...familiar name of decades past...believe you and my dear Brother were buds...bringing sweet memories

Hope you are well and happy!  Blessings, Paula