This year's Christmas Party will be held in the Private Room at Cryan's Beef and Ale House in South Orange, NJ on Saturday evening December 13 from 7 PM until closing. There will be an open bar from 7 until 11 (longer if necessary). The dinner menu will include salad and a choice of Prime Rib, Chicken, Fish and a Special. There will also be a DJ all evening, provided by Vincent Falcetano SRL '68. The price , which includes all taxes and tips, will be $45.00 per person in advance or $50.00 at the door. Seating will be limited. This is a fantastic price and I'm sure tickets will go fast so don't wait until December. Last year's party was great. I'm sure this one will be better. Send your checks to me:

Bob Davis Jr.
1701 Ocean Ave. #21
Belmar, NJ 07719.

I will hold all checks until Monday December 1st.

I'll send my check today, Bob. It's worth its weight in gold.

Thanks John! You are the First! Pat and I are in also. The reason I posted this so soon was to give all of our out of state people a chance to make plans if they want to attend. If you plan on attending, please make a posting. Therefore, we can keep an accurate count and everyone else can see who's coming. I will post the names of people who send checks but can't post. And remember that seating is limited! Checks received will be given a number in the order they come in. If your not sure you can attend, send the check anyway I won't deposit them until December 1st, you can cancel any time before that. Let's go '68! Don't make me come after you! Bob

Mike and I will be there and the check is in the mail.

Don and I will attend and we will check with Fred. The check is NOT in the mail. We will send it later this month when we return from our trip to Canada.

Bob,
I will certainly be there with my 45's, and my lovely wife Denise will be there also!

Doris, I have you 3 covered. Bob

Bobby, dear...... Petrocelli & Goldberg will be there. Looking forward to another great time. I can't believe it has been almost a year already. Ta Ta....

Bobby, as per our conversation this morning, Donny and I will be attending. Thought we would look for somewhere to stay up there and not drive all the way home. Maybe others might consider doing the same and we can get a better rate. Marriott in Short Hills sounds like a great place to start checking, thanks for the suggestion. Can't wait to see everyone! Linda

Bob,
I'll be attending the Christmas party along with my wife Lisa. Check will be follow shortly.

note: The Impossible Dream was not the song of Sister Regina Rose's class of '68-we had a lame song Love a Seranade to you. The Impossible Dream was sung by both classes at graduation.

Zhage,
You're right. I thought those songs were one and the same.
Bobby D, save me a ticket. Check on its way.
Class of 68 is now in the lead! No looking back.

Mike, Thanks for clearing that up. Jonesy has been the one with the best memory until now. It looks like you will be taking that title. Let's go '68!!! This will be the easiest 50 I've ever made.

You're whistling past the graveyard, Bob. I can't remember when the Class of '65 was out-attended.

John, I just got off the phone with my sister Ann and she'll be attending the Gala! She also reminded me that there is an EOCH reunion in Clark on November 23rd.

I'm told by Mike D. that Sr. Rita Damien's class song was, See You In September. Mike Z. says Sr. Regina Rose's song was Love, A Serenade To You. I don't remember hearing either one of those. It could have been the Altar Wine! But, consensus is that The Impossible Dream was the 1968 Graduation Class Song. I Think! Bob
Looks like '68 has shot to the front, John!!!

Well, we'll see who shows up on the night, Bob. I would prefer small bills.

What with me forgetting about Dennis Marion's brother, and Jonsey having the best memory I've ever heard of, I was a little gun shy about remarking about "The Impossible Dream". I do recollect we all (both Classes) sang it in Church at our Graduation Ceremony.

Bobby, isn't this really the fourth or fifth Bodholt's Xmas party?

John, It's actually the 2nd official X-mas Party. The others I would classify as rather impromptu! (hehehehe) COGNOMEN????
According to my count it is now 6-2 in favor of the Class of 1968! Let's go '68! I know there are several more of you out there BD

Well, Bob, according to my unofficial count, I expect at least a dozen of us '65ers to attend. And we're going to spend that $50 on something frivolous, just to irritate you. Cognomen!

Bobby,
Ed and I and most likely our daughters will be coming with us again. Just for the record... John, I think that we can count Kate & Meg as class of '65-ers! Right?
-Deb

Deb, that's quite possible, as Bob has threatened to swell the ranks of '68ers with day laborers. So we'll see!

You know Bill and I will be there. We had a blast last year as we always do in SRL company!

Bobby D,
I know how you can 'fill' your rank & file for a bloated head count. But there'll all be wearing orange jump suits & you'll have to have them back to Rikers Island by 10PM. Let me know.

I think Johnny Mc should attend and rally
all the 67'ers. Uh, "little Bobby D", make
sure John C isn't padding the 65 total with
Billy Strallow at their table. (Billy was adopted
by the St Rose class of 66, at the last reunion).
He was Garfield 66, but nobody ever knew that,
because he was always with us.

Strallow is definitely up to something. He tried to disguise himself at the last First Friday get-together by shaving his chin spinach.

OK Gentlemen, or should I say BOYS!!! This is the thread to make Christmas Party reservations. Not to practice your comedy routines!!! The side bet will be legitimate and the result will be an old fashioned, Roseville Ass Whipping. Guaranteed!!! Now let's just wait for the results and start sending your checks. So far I have 12 people paid by check. BD

McCree and Egan, Were your posts just comments or were they reservations?
As of today we have 28 reservations. To date I've received checks for 13 people. Bob

BD,
I have serious reservations about 100 'Newarkers' in the same bar.
However, stand by..., I beleive I mentioned to you previously about the 'annual conflict' I have with that date.
BTW; are you still planning on that Long Island affair this month?

John, My Father and I will be at the Andrew Hotel 75 North Station Plaza, Great Neck, NY across the street from the Great Neck LIRR Station. The affair starts at 6:30PM. We'll be there before that. Call me if you can meet us for a glass of milk!!! BD

Got the time & location....need the date!

Next Sunday, Sept. 21st.

Count me in :^)

Thanks Rico, The party wouldn't be the same without you! Bring some of that good stuff!!!! Bob

You too Ro Perrone!

Peter Ries, Class of 1967, You are in and paid. Get Petey Mullen off his butt! Thanks, Bob

We now have 31 reservations of which 18 are paid. Remember, the first 75 people with checks in before December 1st are guaranteed seating in the Private Room. If we have more, we will open the sliding doors and add the balcony area which holds about 50 people. Don't wait until the last minute. BD

Bernie, Received your check. That's 32 reservations and 20 checks received. When we get to 40 paid I'll post a list. The checks that are in the mail are not here yet! I hope I don't have to get McCree out of retirement! Let's get them in. They will not go in the bank until December 1st. Bob

Bob wanted me to post that he won't be available for awhile. He left for Ireland on Friday with his Dad because of family illness and won't be back till Oct.7th. So keep the Party/Reunion on your calendars and remember those reservations!

I pray all goes well, God speed and make it back home safely.

Bob,
Just to let you know that I sent in my check for the four of us (Ed, Deb, Kate & Meg). Also, sorry to hear of your family member's illness. I will keep you and them in my prayers. Safe journey.

Payment made via "Diplomatic Attache" Pat Purcell ;^)

Sooooooooooooooooooo
Welcome home lad!!!!

Hope all went well with your family Bobby. Welcome home!

Hi Bob,
Are there still tickets available for the Christmas party? If so I'd like two. Let me know and I'll send you the check. I'd like to go, as does my uncle, Andy Hudson.
Thanks,
Susan

Thank You, everyone for your thoughts and prayers. I'm sorry for any inconvienience but I've been inundated with work and other stuff. In the next day or so, I will list all those who have signed up for the Party. I will hold all checks until Dec. 1st. If your name is missing just post a note on this thread. The first 80 people will be seated in the Private room. So far we have about 50 people and we still have 6 weeks to go. If we get more than 80 they can open the doors and seat another 40 people. When I post the list, if there are people you know who are missing, give them a call. This whole thing is via this website and word of mouth. Every little bit helps and I guarantee everyone will have a great time.
Bob
PS Yes Susan! Seats are available.

Thanks Bob, I sent the check out yesterday.

Bob, please don't forget to add Jack and I to the list. I'll make sure he gets the check out, when he gets back from the Dominican Republic,next Sunday.

Susan, I rec'd your check today. Thank You! I look forward to meeting you and your Uncle Andy.

Barbara, It's about time!

Here is the list of people who are attending the Christmas Party, so far. If I missed your name, e-mail me. If you see someone you know is not on the list, PLEASE, give them a call or let me know and I'll get it done. I'm holding all checks until December 1st. Don't wait until the last minute to decide, I have enough to do! Pick up the phone and tell people you know. Remember, I guarantee a good time! Just ask Frank McCree!

Bob Davis Jr, Patricia Culligan Farrelly, Bob Davis Sr., Vincent Falcetano, Denise Falcetano, John Crowley, Donna Cece LaFiura, Mike LaFiura, Doris Flatley, Don Scher, Fred Gillen, Margaret Petrocelli, Stan Goldberg, Linda DeRosa Kaufer, Don Kessler, Mike Zayac, Lisa Zayac, Bobby Jones, Dan Lane, Martha Cook Lane, Debbie Cook Barnes, Ed Barnes, Meghan Barnes, Kate Barnes, Bill McCormick, Patty Brown McCormick, Joe Culligan, Sue Culligan, Ann Culligan Bragan, Bill Strallow, Eileen Kildune Strallow, Peter Ries, Rosemary Perone, Rico Nasser, Bernie Cook, Susan Helber, Andy Hudson, Jack Murphy, Barbara Curran Guarino, Lucia Durham.

I've heard of many other names of people planning to attend, but, they have to let me know personally. Let's go, time is running out. Remember, it's $45 in advance and $50, cash only, at the door. Mail those checks.

Also, this is the 40th Anniversary of the Class of '68. What better way to celebrate with friends and classmates?

Thank You All!,
Bob Davis Jr.
SRL Class of '68!

[edited to correct spelling. Tsk tsk.]

He knows how to throw a well organized, festive party. I must remind Jackie Schultz to get his check in.

Bobby, you are the best.....But can you get "JIMMY EGAN" to cough up his check? AND....Is Tony Parisi coming with his wife this year? AND....is Dennis Barbiere coming? We had such a great time last year and this year we are having music.....Don't let us down.....Life is short and we are lucky to have reconnected
with one another after all these years........

Thank You, Margaret, for your kind words. I'm sure you will hear from all off those people you mentioned. I am doing all I can. However, your post helps to generate interest and motivate people. That was the purpose of my post. I'm very busy with my business right now and that takes up most of my time. We are still about 6 weeks from the party and we already have as many people as last year. Like I have said before, if everyone calls at least 1 person we'll be fine.

Soooooooooo right, Bobby is the Best! cc

Yikes!!!!!

Pat Purcell will be added to the list as soon as I can figure out how to do it.

We will also have desserts at the party, made buy Bernie and Carin Cook's daughter, who is a very accomplished Pastry Chef.

Ok everybody, the Party/Reunion is 4 weeks from tomorrow. If you haven't made a phone call to a long lost classmate and/or old friend, now would be a good time!

Four more people today. Laura Fonden Davis and her brother Chris Fonden and from Sussex Ave. and 2nd Street, Eugene Carson and his wife Minalee Carson. We still have many from last year we have not heard from. If your coming let me know one way or the other. It would make my life a little easier. We are at about 50 people so far. Bob

Hey '67' where are you? Marty Kimball, Phyllis Florek, Rosario Maranno Mark Clark where have you been. We have 4 representitives as of now . Peter Reis,Laura Fonden Davis,Martha Cook and myself.Let's sshake a leg and get moving. Hope to see you all there.

We have 16 days left until the Christmas Party. There is some confusion out there as to what day the Party is being held. It is Saturday Night, December 13th. All the details are at the top of this announcement.
I will be depositing all checks this coming Monday, December 1st. If that is a problem, let me know immediately. If you have a reservation or have sent a check in, you pay $45.00 each. If you have a reservation and are paying cash at the door, you pay $45.00 CASH. Anyone who shows up without a reservation pays $50.00 at the door, CASH. I will not accept checks at the door. So far we are at 50 people. We will have a great time! I won't beg anyone! It will be your loss! BD

Bobby, I agree with you one hundred percent. People pay attention!!!!
The party last year was so much fun, & I am sure we will have a better time this year because of our dear friend Vincent taking charge of the music. It is such a great joy to see my roots come alive....Some people forget where they come from and some don't....Some want to have fun and some just want to run.....

Margie, I'm glad your roots have come alive, but there's plenty of time to touch them up before the party.

I forgot to mention that Ellen Baird '68 and her man Jay are planning on attending the Party. They are coming all the way from the Dayton, Ohio area! Anybody Else!!!

Way to go Ellen! The class of '68 is coming from all over. This makes one hundred and twelve!
Bobby, tell JC to just send you his bet money now and avoid the Christmas rush!

You guys are full of hot air (for one thing). The Class of '65 will produce more attendees, I say!

The 2nd Annual Christmas Party is tonight at 7:00pm. There is still room left for anyone who would like to attend. If you are coming and you have not sent a check please bring CASH with you tonight. Everything is set. I'll see you all later. Bob
PS Any questions? Refer to the beginning of this thread.

Bob,
Sorry that we are unable to be with you this evening. Please post a lot of pictures, particular of Mr. Congenality TONY PARISI. I am honored to be the brother-in-law of such a popular fellow.

Bob, you and John are the true keepers of the flame of Old Roseville. Only a small percentage of neighborhood people attended SRL. Their heritage is living and working and socializing in the neighborhood. You have done so much to keep the Roseville spirit alive and well.

Merry Christmas

Frank McCree