Our 53rd West High Reunion is in the books! We met at the Memorial Union on Friday night, and at Garner Park on Saturday. We had about 30 classmates who came to one or the other events, with about 10 who came from out of town (Anne R, John O, Courtney M, Randy W, June M, Linda R, Bill H, Nito P, Mike L, Tim A, others?).
On Friday night we had about 28-30 people show up at the Terrace with about 20 classmates. We had a few partners attend, and a few Edgewood grads too (Mark, DC, Schwab, Jim VanG).
On Saturday at Garner Park, we had almost 30 people there with about 25 classmates (see photo below) and about 5 guests.
We also talked about the future plans, including:
- Gathering again next year for our 54th reunion (most were born in '54), as most will be 72 years old (class of '72).
- Where? We think that the Union and Garner Park have worked well, but we're open to other suggestions.
- When? Unless we hear otherwise, we're likely to pick the same weekend (the weekend before Labor Day weekend).
- Starting to plan for a 55th in 2027.
- Where? We'll be looking into getting Blackhawk Country Club again.
- When? As above, we're open to other days. Perhaps mid-week? Perhaps June? September?
So please keep in touch, and let us know what you'd like to do in the future!
Your reunion planning committee
See additional reunion pictures at:
August 2025 Update
August 24 (12:11 CDT)
Our 53rd West High Reunion is this upcoming weekend, August 22-23. We're looking forward to seeing you again, either at the Memorial Union on Friday night, at Garner Park on Saturday, or at other informal gatherings (e.g., farmer's market, riding Madison's e-bikes, a walk on Picnic Point).
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June 2025 Update
July 23 (07:05 CDT)
Our committee met in June 2025, and discussed the various options for getting together this year. We decided to stick with what's worked in the past, and gather for our 53rd West High Class Reunion next August. So here's the proposed schedule:
Friday, August 22nd, (5-10 PM): Meet at the Mem...
August 2024 Update
Aug 25, 2024 (19:17 CDT)
The 52nd West High Reunion was held the weekend of August 23-24, 2024.
We first met on Friday, August 23rd (5-10 PM) at the Memorial Union Terrace.
We then met again on Saturday, August 24th (2-8 PM) at Garner Park, at 333 S Rosa Rd.
2-4 PM: We played pickleball again. 4-8 PM: This year, we pro...
Spring 2024 Update
Jul 13, 2024 (07:32 CDT)
The 52nd Annual West High Reunion is planned for August 24-25, 2024.
Based on the responses to our survey (see summary below), the planning committee picked the last full weekend in August for another West High "Class of '72" gathering. Most of those who responded preferred this date, suggesting t...
August 2023 Update
Aug 28, 2023 (09:51 CDT)
We had a successful 51st High School Reunion weekend. Check out the photos at: https://photos.app.goo.gl/kSXQDM8ewi66skCM6
Friday, August 25th, 2023
Friday night, August 25th, 5 PM: Informal gathering at the Memorial Union: We met on the 2nd floor, above the “Sunset Lounge” (h...
July 2022 Update
Aug 04, 2022 (14:11 CDT)
There’s less than a month to go before our 50th reunion weekend. If you’d like to come to the Saturday night event at Blackhawk Country Club, and have not signed up yet, do it today – as the price goes up to $100 on August 15th. As of today, about 180 classmates are coming, with an additional 70 gue...
June 2022 Update
Jun 30, 2022 (09:27 CDT)
Dear Classmates, there are only TWO months to go before our 50th reunion, and our planning activities are in high gear. So don’t delay – now is the time to:
1. Buy your ticket(s) to the Saturday night event—before the price increases on July 1st • The cost is $50 and will increase to $60/pers...
May 2022 Update
Jun 19, 2022 (21:25 CDT)
Dear Classmates, there are only three months to go before our reunion, and our planning activities are starting to pick up. Here are a few things to do, you’re planning to attend:
Buy your ticket(s) to the Saturday night event: The main reunion event will be on Saturday, August 27th, from 5 PM -...
April 27, 2022 Update
Apr 27, 2022 (13:48 CDT)
Dear Classmates, it is hard to believe that there are only 4 months to go before our reunion. We’ve been making good progress on the plans for that weekend, and appreciate your help finding missing classmates, adding your information to the reunion website, and making plans for the weekend.
The...
March 2022 Update
Apr 17, 2022 (18:03 CDT)
Dear Classmates, we are writing with our 6th monthly update regarding the plans for the 50th West High Reunion. With less than six months to go, our plans are starting to take shape. Here are a few simple things that you can do to help us:
Buy your tickets for the reunion! We are now selling tick...
Jan/Feb 2022 Update
Apr 17, 2022 (18:02 CDT)
Dear Classmates, we’re writing with our fifth update regarding the plans for the 50th West High Reunion. With only six months to go before our 50th reunion, our plans are starting to take shape.
Join us for an informal Zoom gathering on Sunday, February 20th, between 5-6 PM CST.
If you’re fre...
November/December 2021 Update
Dec 20, 2021 (08:46 CST)
Dear Classmates, this is our fourth update regarding the plans for the 50th West High Reunion:
Please join us for our holiday gathering: Sunday, December 19, at 5 PM CST
Click here: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/91640419408 (meeting ID: 916 4041 9408). We’ll begin with a round of introductions,...
October 2021 Update
Oct 28, 2021 (21:03 CDT)
Dear Classmates, check out these updates:
Classmate Updates. Check out the most recent updates from our classmates Tommi Scheler, Dianne (Owen) Bowman, John Pike, Mary Beth Ball, Susan Nerlinger, Jay Simon, Rick Schurman, Jane (Erbach) Kinney, Courtney (Moffatt) Brightbill, June (Miller) Wolf, R...
September 2021 Update
Oct 28, 2021 (21:01 CDT)
Dear Classmates, this is our second monthly update, regarding the plans for the 50th West High Reunion:
Class picnic at Festge Park. We had a good time at our recent class picnic (aka “49th reunion”). We’ve added photos to our new “West High 50th Reunion” Google Photos album. Check them out at: h...
August 2021 Update
Aug 25, 2021 (11:41 CDT)
Dear Classmates, we’re writing with our first “official” update, regarding the plans for the 50th West High Reunion:
We’ve created a website for the reunion at https://myevent.com/westhighclassof72 Please visit the site and add your information. Details are below.
We continue to search for email...