IHS Class of '97
25th Reunion
Hi friends! We are so excited to announce our reunion and hope you can join us to celebrate. See below for details and register by June 17th.
Friday, June 24th | 5pm 
Irondequoit High School Tour

Friday, June 24 | 7pm 
Casual Get-Together at Silk O'Loughlins 

Saturday, June 25 | 5:30pm 
25th Reunion at Shadow Lake Golf Club
IHS CLASS OF 1997 QUADRANSCENTENNIAL REUNION 
That’s right! Quadranscentennial. A big, important word because a 25th reunion is a big, important gathering! There is a weekend of events planned to celebrate this milestone, culminating in a classy ~ but chill ~ reunion at Shadow Lake Golf Club on Saturday night.

IHS TOUR
Friday the 24th, we'll tour the high school at 5pm with alum Kelly (Walsh) Moroni as our guide. Kelly is a teacher at IHS and will take us through 25 years of changes. Legend has it you won't recognize the halls you once lingered in. See for yourself! This is free, but we ask that you register so we know how many people to expect.

CASUAL GET-TOGETHER
Following the school tour will be a casual get-together at Ollie's, starting at 7pm. Parents, friends from other classes, old teachers, and coaches are welcome to join us in kicking off the weekend.

Canned goods will be collected to benefit the Irondequoit Community Cupboard.

25TH REUNION
We'll celebrate our 25th on the 25th at 5:30pm. Tickets are $40 and include a small plates reception, lawn games, entertainment by DJ Oltra, a rocking playlist that's sure to bring you back in time, and a night of reminiscing and reconnecting with a cash bar available.

In addition to canned goods being collected for the Irondequoit Community Cupboard, cash donations to benefit the Helmer Nature Center are also welcome. Please consider donating to these causes and helping our class make an impact on the community we grew up in.

The reunion will take place outdoors and local health guidelines will be observed. Guests are encouraged to take precautions they feel comfortable with, but we are not requiring proof of vaccination or masks unless local guidelines warrant this.

HOTELS
Room blocks and group discounts have been set up at the Courtyard Marriott and Hampton Inn, both less than ten minutes from Shadow Lake. To take advantage of our special rates, book by June 3rd thru the links here, or mention that you're with the IHS Class of 1997 Reunion group when you reserve by phone.

COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRTS
Alum and artist Kristin (Burns) Bodden has designed a variety of t-shirts to celebrate this milestone ~ you might remember her design on the PACE Party t-shirt from June of '97.... this is an opportunity to add to your collection of commemorative wear! Shirts can be purchased from Mojo Custom Apparel, a local shop owned by an IHS alum, and are available online until June 12th ~ a portion of each sale will benefit an Irondequoit non-profit (TBD). Visit https://bit.ly/Class_of_97_Tshirts to purchase yours!

REGISTRATION
Please confirm your attendance by registering below before June 17th. Late registration cannot be guaranteed. If finances might prevent you from attending, please reach out to Steve or Erin before this date ~ one of our classmates has generously offered to cover the ticket cost for alum in need to make this fully inclusive. No questions asked, and no shame in asking. Requests are completely confidential and will be handled with sensitivity.

Start making plans!!! We're looking forward to seeing everyone!

Cheers,
The Planning Team
Location
Shadow Lake Golf Club
1850 Five Mile Line Road
Penfield, NY 14526
Date & Time
June 25, 2022
5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need volunteers?
We are building a virtual yearbook with photos from kindergarten-12th grade. Please add your photos here (these can be snapshots of photos, no problem if they're not the highest quality ~ our goal is to have everyone represented).
Where do we meet for the school tour?
Wondering if your locker still has that DMB sticker on it? Come see for yourself during a tour of West Irondequoit High School on Friday, June 24th at 5pm. Park in the Cooper Rd lot, enter through the front main entrance and meet in the library. Tours typically take 1-1.5 hours. Thanks to our tour guide and classmate Kelly (Walsh) Moroni who can show us everything that's changed since '97.
Do I need to RSVP for the casual get-together Friday night?
No need to RSVP for Friday night's get-together at Ollie's but we ask that you register for the school tour.  You will need to RSVP and purchase a ticket for Saturday night at Shadow Lake.  
What can I expect Saturday night?
Our party will be located in the Garden Tent and surrounding yard by the lake. The reunion will include delicious appetizers (see menu), lawn games, an appearance by alumni DJ Oltra, s'mores by the camp fire, and lots of reminiscing. There will be a cash bar with a variety of spirits available.
Can I bring a guest? Are children invited?
Guests are welcome, but unfortunately we cannot accommodate children – thank you for your understanding.
Can I purchase tickets for the reunion after June 17th?
Tickets after June 17th can't be guaranteed due to catering requirements but reach out to the planners and we'll do our best to extend the registration. We want to see as many classmates as possible, so plan ahead!
Is my ticket refundable if I can't make it?
Tickets aren't refundable, sorry!
Will the reunion be held rain or shine?
Absolutely! Our reunion will be held in the Garden Tent and surrounding outdoor areas ~ the space can accommodate any kind of weather.
How can I make sure that I am notified of the next event?
Update your contact info at the Alumni Update Form.
Who should I contact if I have any further questions?
Email [email protected] or find us on Facebook.

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