This weekend adventure is packed tighter than a high school locker, designed to reunite classmates from near and far! Get ready for three days where every moment is a chance to rekindle an old flame of friendship.

Friday: The Great Re-Entry (Sept 11 th 6 pm)

Warming Up the Time Machine

We officially kick off our voyage back in time! Start the weekend by grabbing a celebratory beer, glass of wine, and, of course, some proper grub with familiar faces. We're setting our dials for nostalgia at the classic Winchesters on Main Street, right in the heart of downtown Ventura. It's the perfect, low-key launchpad for sharing those "Do you remember when...?" stories. No Host Bar.

Saturday: A Day of Whimsy & Wonder (Sept 12 th)

Morning Marvels 9 am to 11 am

Choose your adventure! Meet the crew bright and early to inject some active fun into the day:

• Coastline Cruisers: Join an easy, breezy bike ride along the sun-drenched coast or through the charming streets of downtown Ventura 9 am - 11 am. Meet at Ventura Bike Depot, 239 W Main Street. Call 805 652 1114 to reserve your bike or bring your own. Hosted by Ted Williams and Milton Kubota.

• Botanical Drifters: Prefer a gentle amble? Join our hikers for an easy stroll through the beautiful Botanical Gardens. No strenuous climbing required—just lovely views and great company. 9 am - 11 am, Meet at Ventura Botanical Gardens, 567 Poli Street. 805 232 3113. All you need are your tennies and a water bottle. Hosted by Heather Leavens.

The Main Event: Grand Golden Gala (Casual Edition!) noon to 5 pm

Forget stuffy ballrooms! The high point of our reunion is a spectacular BBQ Bash nestled in the green splendor of Arroyo Verde Park. We’ll be serving a fantastic catered lunch surrounded by friends, setting the mood with some groovy music, and encouraging everyone to dance your socks off (if only metaphorically!). Cost $45 pp and BYOB. Catered Santa Maria Style BBQ with all the fixings, dessert and appetizers. Each person must pre-register and pay for the number of tickets ordered prior to Sept 1, 2026.

For easy payment use our PayPal QR code. Bring a guest or spouse, only $45 per person. Bring your own beer or wine, water and ice tea provided.

Please invite other class members ‘75, ‘76 and ‘77, and pass on our PayPal QR code for payment and registration.

https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/4MY7RX5Z9H9EA

Parking at park is $3 per car, cash payment only.

Bring your folding chairs, if you wish or sit on the grass. We have the whole picnic area with tables and bench seating, too!

Volunteers always welcome for a fast clean up!

Only SERVICE animals allowed, sorry!

Memory & Merriment After Dark- The Afterglow 7:00 pm to whenever

As the sun sets on our golden day, we’ll meet up for a final Brew at the Rincon Brewery and lean into the magic of the evening. It’s a chance for quiet conversations, heartfelt reminiscing, and truly enjoying the deep, shared history that binds us all together. Meet at 4100 Telegraph Road. No Host Bar, enjoy your favorite beer or festive beverage or just show up to catch up!

Sunday: The Gentle Adieu

Bubbles & Bagels at Buena 10 am - 12 noon

Before we scatter back to our respective corners of the universe, join us for a final, cheerful farewell. We’ll raise a glass of Bubbles and savor some light Bagels at our old stomping grounds, the Quad at BUENA HIGH SCHOOL. It’s the perfect, soft landing for saying goodbye (until next time, of course!) and making a final, wonderfully whimsical connection. Sleep in a little and bring your own favorite coffee but be there at 10 am to say goodbye! Bubbles (zero proof-N/A) and Bagels bring you back to the present time as you make your way home and say, “See you later alligator…”