FROM LARRY PEOPLES, SR: 

Celebrating our Collective 50th Birthdays!

My idea is to have a reunion in Orlando on 11/11/2011 (11/11/11) which is on a Friday and go to Disney World on Saturday and/or Sunday. Quite possibly an event rate can be given by a hotel (and maybe Disney too) in Orlando (My suggestion: www.sheratonsafari.com) with a deadline for reservations there set by the hotel. Anyone else missing the deadline would have to stay at another hotel.

This would be heavy on participant effort because no committee coordination would be needed except to secure the group rate and set a time and place for the reunion (e.g., Friday night at the hotel of choice).

Orlando is also a Major Intl. Airport and would be convenient for people flying in and out for the reunion.

Just an acorn of an idea that may grow on everyone.

Larry Peoples, Sr.

Dear Classmates: Have just submitted an RFP (Request For Proposal) to Sheraton Safari in Orlando for an informal buffet and gathering on Friday Night 11/11/11 with Disney on Saturday Morning 11/12/11. Since most of us will probably be with our family members - alcohol won't be served in the dining room Friday Night. There is a bar on site for those who wish to imbibe. Will keep you informed of my progress.

 I'm in!  I will book my room!

Hey Larry - any response from the RFP?

Vickey

Hey Barb:  How do I change this profile pic from senior picture (OMG!) to another one?  Anita changed hers!!!!

You want the 'floppy hat' pic? I can set that up pretty easy for you! :-D

Actually, what you want to do is go to your photos and set one of them as your "master photo". When you do that, it should show your Master Photo on any posts, rather than your senior photo.

Let me know if you need any assistance and I'll see what I can do.

Thx!

Barb

I spoke to the representative of the Sheraton Safari in Orlando yesterday morning. She gave me all kinds of options for this event.

Entrance to Pool/Courtyard/Poolside Tiki Bar Area

Jacuzzi in Pool Area

Inside Corridor Rooms

Inside Courtyard/Pool Area

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From Larry:

My Family & I had a great time here. I believe it would be perfect for our reunion. Right next to Disney. Easily accessible from I-4. Four huge buildings surrounding a pool area/courtyard. A lounge/restaurant in the Hotel and a Tiki Bar in the Pool Area. Many restaurants & attractions nearby. Meeting/party space available. Game Room for the kids. Fitness Room for the adults. Family-oriented Hotel. Small playground. Friendly staff.

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(This is from the website)

www.sheratonsafari.com

Discover a decidedly different type of hospitality right outside the Walt Disney World® Resort. Offering the finest in recreation and relaxation with an exotic African twist, the Sheraton Safari Hotel & Suites is a uniquely themed Sheraton Orlando Hotel, designed to captivate the imagination and delight the senses. Our spacious resort offers plenty of room to relax in style. Take advantage of the many first-class amenities you've come to expect from the Sheraton brand name.

Exceptional dining choices. A fitness facility. Flexible meeting space. High-quality catering services. It's all here. When looking for lodging near Walt Disney World, look no further than our Sheraton Safari Hotel, for world-class comfort in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.

To maximize the pleasure of your visit, our wide range of features includes:

Imaginative, safari-themed décor throughout the hotel Spectacular pool complex, featuring a 79-foot python waterslide (Must be 48", waterslide closes at dusk) Children's pool and hot tub, for a splash of relaxation Fitness facility, with a full range of equipment. Game room, located on our lobby level Over 13,000 sq feet of flexible function space.
 
Distinctive Services At Our Sheraton Hotel In Orlando:

From free scheduled shuttle service to nearby Walt Disney World® Theme Parks to executive-quality business support, the main focus at our Sheraton Orlando resort is the comfort and satisfaction of our guests. Allow our knowledgeable and attentive staff to provide you with the friendly service you deserve. For those unexpected needs, our lobby-level gift shop offers a wide range of keepsakes and safari-themed products.

Designed to provide an oasis of comfort and refreshment at every turn, the guest services at our Sheraton hotel in Orlando include:  

Free scheduled shuttle to Walt Disney World® Theme Parks and Downtown Disney® Area courtesy of Platinum Transportation, Inc. Disney Tickets, available at guest services Complimentary shuttle available to Orlando Premium Outlets. Departs the Safari daily 10:10am and 12:40pm. Returns from Premium Outlet at 3:30pm and 5:45pm.

Complimentary shuttle available to Lake Buena Vista Factory Outlets. See front desk for schedule. Complimentary parking High-speed Internet access in all rooms, as well as wireless access in hotel public areas. Business Center and a Fed-EX Kinkos next door for larger projects, Multilingual staff, Gift and sundries shop, Coin-operated laundry, Same-day valet and laundry service (Monday-Friday), Free weekday newspaper, Room service, Starwood Preferred Guest Program.

Sheraton Safari is a dog friendly hotel. Dogs up to 80 pounds are allowed.  Guests must sign a waiver regarding the pet regulations at check-in.  Dogs must not be left unattended in a guest room.  Dogs are not permitted in the food and beverage areas, or the pool area. The hotel can charge for additional cleaning or damage caused by the pet.  If damage is found after checkout credit card on record will be charged.

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Since I have received no responses or interest, I have dropped the idea. I will now be taking my wife on a cruise for our anniversary during that time frame. We were married on the 9th of November.

Larry:

If you want, I can email the Class of '79 with the information you've provided. I think the lack of response isn't from people not caring, but rather that people aren't subscribed to the discussion.

Let me know if you want me to send an email to CO'79 with the info (then give it a week or two to decide), or if you've already made your decision.

Thx!

Barb

I have just gotten on here, so Im sorry I missed it, but I am pleased u would take your wife on a cruise.  I hope u are well.  Happy belated birthday, and happy belated anniversary.

Cindy Lee