Central High School

Jennifer Anderson Carlson

Did someone say BONFIRE, KEGGER??? For those of you who don't know, I live right at the shore (ok - 1/2 mile away) from Matajcek Dam. Anyone remember that party spot? (Oh wait - that would have been the RED RIVER People - ewww. I am Kidding - turns out some of those RR girls ended up being some of my best friends. Funny how that works when you grow up.) I would be more than happy to host a party at my house - lots of room in the yard to spread out. We still have time to plan. . . .

p.s. this would have to be another night - other than Friday or Saturday. Wicked Wednesday or Thirsty Thursday anyone??? I know there are a few out-of-towners coming in earlier in the week.

Carrie Hanson Stull

So looking forward to seeing everyone...I am getting too excited to get back to No Dak...OMG, did I just say that? We need to solidify plans for the Saturday night get together, asap. Some people might be traveling and not have computer access. I am just concerned that all the last minute ideas might confuse the plans and leave some people out without knowing what is happening. Again, I am just grateful that so many people are planning on getting together to visit and catch up! I could care less whether we were at the DQ or Taco John's as long as we all get together (wearing tube tops!) Oh wait, DQ and TJ's don't serve alcohol....nix that last idea!

Michael Jensen

Jennifer,

I'd be interested. I'm in a couple days ahead of the official festivities.

Mike

Jodi Rupp Deitz

Hey Jennifer,

Great idea. Thirsty Thursday bon fire!

Stefanie Rose Bonnell

I just called the former Holiday Inn on Gateway, now the Clarion. They said there was no block of rooms for our reunion. Does anyone know anything about this?

Michael Peterson

If anyone wants/needs a ride from the airport. Please let me know. It's not a problem for me. Just call or text me at 218-779-7780 or email me at egfhosejockey@gra.midco.net

Carrie Hanson Stull

If anyone is gonna be at the State Fair on Friday night, I will be there at the Zac Brown Band concert with the BOB 95 fm people. My brother is braodcasting from the concert. Come find me!!

Corey Brueckner

I have a question. At the end of our senior year, people involved with the AV class (club) videotaped interviews of members of the senior class. Does anyone know if that videotape still exists? I remember Nathan Krenelka and Jerry Krueger ran the video equipment. If anyone knows of the tape's existence, it might be amusing (and painful) to watch it.

Michael Peterson

Steve Little has info on that.

Kym Hills Enlow

...So does a strapless shirt count as a tube top? lol I want in on those free drinks Mike! :) Cant wait for next weekend! Safe travels to everyone- see you soon!

Carmen Geigle Schaffer

The tube top idea has me afraid... very afraid... Maybe i need to research tube tops but i remember them to be stretchy strips of material big enough to cover just the boob-area... I never had boobs in high school and I sure as heck dont have them now so stretching a glorified wrist band around my mid-section sounds down right humiliating. Sorry Kids, I will not be participating in the tube top-a-thon, however, i look forward to those of you brave enough to sport the buggers.

On another note, lots of people get all hyped up over reunions for fear people will be full of themselves etc... I'm proud to say our class of 1989 seems more united and real than it ever has been... the proof is in the pudding but so far it's all good. Thanks to those of you who put it all together!

See ya in a few days...

Michael Jensen

I had to go to the judges about official definition of 'tube top'. While there are varying degrees and definitions, the following was offered as the official designation for this party.

Tube top:
A woman's strapless knit or smocked top that wraps about the body like a tube. This sexy look has evolved from its original 1970s iconic status in disco dressing, now offering breezy elegance for warm days and nights.

Kym, in this case I believe yours will count :-)

Mike "breezy elegance"

Lainie Donahue

Mike,
I have figured out the mysterious definition of a tube top. You will have to wait until Friday night to be enlightened :) . I will be utilizing one :)

Carmen,
Friday night I will have a tube top for you that you will be proud to sport.

For those that may be interested in having a one of a kind tube top for the reunion, there will be an opportunity to win one.


See you soon,

Lainie

Kym Hills Enlow

Did anyone decide on a "pre-party" yet? Wednesday or Thursday...or both? :)

Michael Jensen

Goodness Lanie!

Friday night sure has taken a turn and I like it! Anyone attending that has NOT been following this forum sure is going to be surprised :-)

I second Kym's question about any pre-parties? I'm open to whatever though I'm more free on Thirsty Thursday.

Mike

Monessa Badurek Hegg

Just a quick note to thank anyone who has helped with the reunion. And from the looks of this message board, you guys need it! Cant wait to see everyone, Monessa

PS Im just glad i didnt have to do anything (crap did I say that out loud?)

Brenda McMenamy McDonald

Today is the day! I hope everyone is excited. The plans are set, people are in town and it time to celebrate with old friends. 20 years......it really doesn't seem that long ago. I would like to thank Lainie, Becky and Jen for all of their hard work. Things may not have gone exactly how we planned from the beginning but I am sure we are going to have a great time. Monessa, you did do something, you reserved hotel rooms. Thank you for doing that.

On another note we need to decide if we want to continue to do reunions every 10 years or change to every 5. And unless I live in the city of GF or EGF I will not be planning again. It's to hard to do from Buffalo, MN when your kids are in activities all school year. So, maybe we need to have people sign up to be the next reunion committee.

Thank you to all for all of your support on the planning of this event. And thanks to all who attend. Can't wait to see everyone.

Brenda

Jodi Rupp Deitz

Thank you planning comittee for making our reunion a blast. Also thank you to Kym and Jim and Casey and Danika. Everyone was very accomodating. The slideshow and awards were a great way to learn a little more about our classmates. Gusto award - good end to the program and the perfect man to hand out the award. Thanks Mark.

I would like to see you all in 5 years!!!!

Ashlynn Linstad Wagner

Thank you too all, committee, Enlows and Nareen's! What a great time. I am in favor of every 5 years and would gladly help out! Take care all! Ash

Terri Mutscher

I just wanted to let everyone know that Saturday Night Coach Pat Sullivan passed away in Bemidji MN - I just thought everyone would like to know if you weren't aware. here is a link to his obit in the Grand Forks Herald. WDAZ Did a really nice tribute to him on the Sunday night news. /legacy.grandforksherald.com/articles/index.cfm?id=126961§ion=obituaries,obituaries%20paid

Michael Jensen

Thank you to everyone for the incredible time. I also send my thanks for the fantastic hosts at Bella's and Kelly's.

Thank you, also, for having so much fun with the tube-tops. Lainie, Brenda and all for the ones they made.

Those few brave souls that wore them!

Carrie, Tonia, Gayle, Kristi, Monessa - you rock! Anyone I miss?

Monessa! I still owe you a drink! Sorry about that. I'll catch you at the next one.

Jennifer Anderson Carlson

GFC Alumni Sweatshirts (Cheri Slominski had one on), to order: http://www.alumniclass.com/grandforkscentral/store/apparel-high-school-grandforks-nd
I just ordered mine!

Also - the GFC 89 Facebook Site has the slides from Saturday night in case you missed it.

Was so great to see everyone - wish we would have had more time together! I'd be willing to help out with a reunion in 5 years. Start scanning those pictures now!!!

Tonia Obie Gunderson

A HUGE thanks for all the coordinated the reunion. It was SO much fun! I loved seeing everyone and catching up. It will be fun to see everyone in 5 years and if help is needed, please let me know!

Love ya lotz,
Tonia

Tonia Obie Gunderson

Sorry...forgot to say thank you to Mike for the free drink! :-) I'll be sure to wear a tube top to the next one too. HA!

--Tonia

Michael Jensen

It's been a year+, Tonia, but you are very welcome, as with everyone else.

I'm a little sad/amazed that it's been over a year since Tube-top/GrinderFest '09.