Class Reunion

Spring is in full effect, and summer is right around the corner. This seems to be the time when everyone starts talking about "getting in shape. " Do you have a class reunion, and want to stick it to an old rival? Are you going to Cancun for a week and want to look like you've just stepped out of a scene from "Baywatch"? Pay attention, because I'm going to share some secrets for getting into your best shape for summer. 1. Don't procrastinate: One of the most frustrating things I hear as a fitness expert is "I need you to help me lose 20 pounds for my vacation in two weeks.

o Read more Jamie Shekels columns at washingtoncountyliving.com SHHS class of 1961 planning reunion The South Hagerstown High School class of 1961 will hold its class reunion Saturday, Oct. 2, at Martin L. "Marty" Snook Memorial Park in Halfway. The event will be held in pavilion No. 2. Attendees are asked to provide a covered dish to share. Chicken and beverages will be provided. Participants will gather at 11 a.m. and lunch will be served at noon.

The staff at Winter Street Elementary School will hold a “McTeacher” Night Thursday, Sept. 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the McDonald's restaurant on Dual Highway in Hagerstown.   A portion of the proceeds from the food sold during that time will be donated to the school. Parents, friends and neighbors are invited to attend. The more food the teachers sell while working, the more money the school will raise.  The event will be dine in or carry-out only. Winter Street Elementary PTA plans pizza sale The Winter Street Elementary School PTA will sell Little Caesar's Pizza Kits as a fundraiser to benefit the students.

NHHS class of 1980 planning 30th reunion The North Hagerstown High class of 1980 will hold its 30-year class reunion Saturday, July 24, at the Williamsport Red Men Lodge under the pavilion. The cost is $45 per couple/$22.50 per single. The dress will be casual, and the party starts at 5 p.m. For more information, contact Doug Hornbecker at 301-988-8657 or by e-mail at DougHornbecker@Spectrumfp.com "> DougHornbecker@Spectrumfp.com. Make checks payable to NHHS class of 1980 and mail to 1136 Green Lane, Hagerstown, MD 21742.

Rodeo planned The Clear Spring FFA and FFA Alumni are hosting the Forever Blue Rodeo on Saturday at the Washington County Agricultural Center on Sharpsburg Pike. Dave Martin Championship Rodeos will be the producer of the event. Some events will include bull riding, bareback bronc riding, steer wrestling, girl's breakaway roping and cowgirl's barrel race. Tickets cost $10 in advance and $15 at the gate. Children 5 and younger will be admitted free. Tickets may be purchased at the Clear Spring High School Ag Building, Albert's Conococheague Store, Clear Spring Hardware and River City Farm and Pet Supply in Williamsport.

Boy Scout Troop 23 in Funkstown more than doubled in size the first year. The troop started with six boys a year ago and now has 15 members. The Scouts have completed more than 200 hours of community service, and 10 boys have advanced in rank and earned 35 merit badges. The troop earned the title of honor unit at summer camp, the Gold Level Journey to Excellence award and the Founder Unit award, and the patrols earned the National Honor Patrol award. Scoutmaster Rich Gaver, an Eagle Scout, is proud of the unit and the things it has accomplished.

1953 class reunion The Hagerstown High School class of 1953 is holding its 55th class reunion at Beaver Creek Country Club Oct. 25. It's not too late to send your reservations to Jane Davies Blankenship at 1039 View St., Hagerstown, MD 21742. For information or reservations, call Barbara Stouffer at 301-739-8574 or Doug Stine at 301-991-2944. On Friday, Oct. 24, an informal get-together will be held at the VFW on East Washington Street, Hagerstown. Friends of the class and other HHS class members are invited to attend.

"I would like to know why, in the Little Leagues in the paper, the results, why some of the minor leagues don't put the results of the games in the paper. Is it just, is it the managers have to do that?" - Hagerstown "I'm calling in reply to the Smithsburg caller who never heard of having a class reunion for 22 years. I graduated in 1952, and we have one every year. " - Boonsboro "To Mayor Bruchey and Washington County Historical Society board member Pat Schooley, in reference to the Almshouse property on North Locust Street: This is part of my community where I live.