Hey gang, We got Rudy's to extend the final numbers count until this coming Friday the 10th. So if you have fallen asleep at the wheel and forgotten to buy your tickets, then here's your last chance! Contact Scott or Tia if you have any questions or problems purchasing your tickets.
And again, we won't be able to allow people to purchase tickets at the door, so if you want to attend the evening event, you need to purchase a ticket by this Friday from the paypal link at the right, or through contacting Scott.
See you Saturday the 18th!
Thanks all, I can't wait to catch up!
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009
No Tickets at the Door
Attention! There won't be tickets sold at the door to the evening event. Therefore, check out the paypal link at the right to buy them now! (Or contact Scott for non-paypal payment.)
We need to know numbers a couple weeks ahead of time so that Rudy's can prep for the party with food and other details.
Sorry for those of you that are fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants types!
We need to know numbers a couple weeks ahead of time so that Rudy's can prep for the party with food and other details.
Sorry for those of you that are fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants types!
Thursday, May 28, 2009
FAQ's - Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a quick guide for some frequently asked questions we have been getting. We are looking forward to seeing everyone soon!!
When’s the reunion?
Saturday, July 18th at 11 am and 7 pm
Why are there two events?
So that there is a time for everyone to meet each other’s kids and families in an informal low-cost setting.
And an additional event for people to mingle as adults, enjoy adult beverages, be free of kids if they have them, and to party it up with classmates they haven’t seen in years!
Where are these two events?
The 11 am family event is at the Riverfront Park (101 Front St NE, Salem, OR 97301)
And the 7 pm adults only evening event is at Rudy’s Restaurant (2025 Golf Course Rd S, Salem)
How much does it cost to attend?
$5 per family for the family event at Riverfront Park
$30 per person for the adult only evening event
Why does it cost?
The tickets help cover the costs of putting on the reunion. Paying for things like: food, the locations , name tags, minor decorations, snacks, games for kids, etc.
What if I can’t afford it?
Don’t let cost keep you from attending. If you have a problem with paying for a ticket, please contact Tia Tourville Harms and you can coordinate with her how to attend despite issues with paying for a ticket. (tiaharms@hotmail.com or 503.559.2233)
Can I attend just one event?
Absolutely! One or both! Take your pick and enjoy!
What should I bring to the events?
The daytime event will be pretty much a do-it-yourself type of event. There will be a drink and snack provided, and games for kids of all ages. So, if you want to eat a full lunch, you might want to pack one from home or pick something up before you come. Venti’s Bento, Big Town Hero, and other great shops are downtown if you’re looking to buy food near the park. Also, please feel encouraged to bring your significant other, kids, dogs, water guns, blankets and chairs, sun screen if needed, etc.
The evening event, you don’t need to bring anything except yourself! And your ID if you want to have alcoholic drinks. Heavy appetizers will be served and coffee, tea and soda are included in your ticket price. Having an open bar was seriously considered but not something that we could afford without charging almost double the ticket price. So sorry if that’s a super bummer for anyone. Therefore, bring your own cash or card for other drinks you might want.
What should I wear to the events?
Casual for the daytime event. Weather appropriate attire!
Somewhere in the middle for the evening event. No need for tuxes, that’s for sure! It’s not Prom all over again thank goodness! But not totally casual either. Maybe like going to a nice dinner or out on the town for an evening.
Who’s going?
If you have questions about who will be there, give Tia a ring or email. She can check to see if your BFF will be there or not! (tiaharms@hotmail.com or 503.559.2233)
I didn’t get an invitation in the mail. Can I still go?
Absolutely! It is darn near impossible for us to track down all 450+ alumni, and thus there are people that we didn’t have mailing addresses for. But, if you were a part of the Sprague class of 1999, then you are a part of this reunion!
Will I get a ticket in the mail after I purchase one?
No you won’t. We will have a list of people who have purchased tickets at both events. The closest thing to a ticket you will have in your possession is the PayPal or email receipt from purchasing one. Therefore, if you want confirmation that your name is on the entry list, shoot an email to Scott Lineburger (slineburger@gmail.com) and he can confirm that for you. Or bring your printed receipt with you if you like.
Will tickets be available at the door?
Not at the evening event. We need to give Rudy’s final numbers for expenses and food preparation two weeks in advance. Therefore, evening event tickets need to be purchased on or before Friday July 3rd, 2009.
The daytime event, since it is so much more informal, is something that you can show up at last minute if you need to. However, we would prefer you pay for those tickets in advance as well so that we are able to cover all the costs we have for each of the events.
I need transportation, lodging, and childcare help. Who can I talk to about that?
If you need assistance with those details or any like them, feel free to get in touch with Tia at 503.559.2233, or email her at tiaharms@hotmail.com
I can’t attend. Can I still be involved?
Yes! There are numerous things that you can help with, or ways that you can be present in picture or thought even if you can’t be there. If you’re interested, contact Jamie LaDuke Edelbrock at jamiesueqt@hotmail.com.
My question wasn’t answered here. How can I get it answered?
If you have a question that wasn’t answered here, please feel free to contact Tia Tourville Harms (tiaharms@hotmail.com or 503.559.2233) or Jamie LaDuke Edelbrock (jamiesueqt@hotmail.com) and they will answer your question right away. Thanks!
When’s the reunion?
Saturday, July 18th at 11 am and 7 pm
Why are there two events?
So that there is a time for everyone to meet each other’s kids and families in an informal low-cost setting.
And an additional event for people to mingle as adults, enjoy adult beverages, be free of kids if they have them, and to party it up with classmates they haven’t seen in years!
Where are these two events?
The 11 am family event is at the Riverfront Park (101 Front St NE, Salem, OR 97301)
And the 7 pm adults only evening event is at Rudy’s Restaurant (2025 Golf Course Rd S, Salem)
How much does it cost to attend?
$5 per family for the family event at Riverfront Park
$30 per person for the adult only evening event
Why does it cost?
The tickets help cover the costs of putting on the reunion. Paying for things like: food, the locations , name tags, minor decorations, snacks, games for kids, etc.
What if I can’t afford it?
Don’t let cost keep you from attending. If you have a problem with paying for a ticket, please contact Tia Tourville Harms and you can coordinate with her how to attend despite issues with paying for a ticket. (tiaharms@hotmail.com or 503.559.2233)
Can I attend just one event?
Absolutely! One or both! Take your pick and enjoy!
What should I bring to the events?
The daytime event will be pretty much a do-it-yourself type of event. There will be a drink and snack provided, and games for kids of all ages. So, if you want to eat a full lunch, you might want to pack one from home or pick something up before you come. Venti’s Bento, Big Town Hero, and other great shops are downtown if you’re looking to buy food near the park. Also, please feel encouraged to bring your significant other, kids, dogs, water guns, blankets and chairs, sun screen if needed, etc.
The evening event, you don’t need to bring anything except yourself! And your ID if you want to have alcoholic drinks. Heavy appetizers will be served and coffee, tea and soda are included in your ticket price. Having an open bar was seriously considered but not something that we could afford without charging almost double the ticket price. So sorry if that’s a super bummer for anyone. Therefore, bring your own cash or card for other drinks you might want.
What should I wear to the events?
Casual for the daytime event. Weather appropriate attire!
Somewhere in the middle for the evening event. No need for tuxes, that’s for sure! It’s not Prom all over again thank goodness! But not totally casual either. Maybe like going to a nice dinner or out on the town for an evening.
Who’s going?
If you have questions about who will be there, give Tia a ring or email. She can check to see if your BFF will be there or not! (tiaharms@hotmail.com or 503.559.2233)
I didn’t get an invitation in the mail. Can I still go?
Absolutely! It is darn near impossible for us to track down all 450+ alumni, and thus there are people that we didn’t have mailing addresses for. But, if you were a part of the Sprague class of 1999, then you are a part of this reunion!
Will I get a ticket in the mail after I purchase one?
No you won’t. We will have a list of people who have purchased tickets at both events. The closest thing to a ticket you will have in your possession is the PayPal or email receipt from purchasing one. Therefore, if you want confirmation that your name is on the entry list, shoot an email to Scott Lineburger (slineburger@gmail.com) and he can confirm that for you. Or bring your printed receipt with you if you like.
Will tickets be available at the door?
Not at the evening event. We need to give Rudy’s final numbers for expenses and food preparation two weeks in advance. Therefore, evening event tickets need to be purchased on or before Friday July 3rd, 2009.
The daytime event, since it is so much more informal, is something that you can show up at last minute if you need to. However, we would prefer you pay for those tickets in advance as well so that we are able to cover all the costs we have for each of the events.
I need transportation, lodging, and childcare help. Who can I talk to about that?
If you need assistance with those details or any like them, feel free to get in touch with Tia at 503.559.2233, or email her at tiaharms@hotmail.com
I can’t attend. Can I still be involved?
Yes! There are numerous things that you can help with, or ways that you can be present in picture or thought even if you can’t be there. If you’re interested, contact Jamie LaDuke Edelbrock at jamiesueqt@hotmail.com.
My question wasn’t answered here. How can I get it answered?
If you have a question that wasn’t answered here, please feel free to contact Tia Tourville Harms (tiaharms@hotmail.com or 503.559.2233) or Jamie LaDuke Edelbrock (jamiesueqt@hotmail.com) and they will answer your question right away. Thanks!
Monday, March 30, 2009
Ticket purchasing made easy!!
We wanted to make ticket purchasing as easy as possible for everyone including ourselves so we've opted to use PayPal as our primary source for collecting money and keeping track of everyone who has paid. We have attached a link to this blog that makes it as simple as we could. However, PayPal does sometimes charge a fee. We discovered that by paying through PayPal using an echeck, PayPal balance and PayPal instant transfer there is no fee involved. We ask that if there is any way possible you are able to pay with these options you do, as otherwise we are charged around 5% for credit card charges which take a chunk out of our funds. As we mentioned before we have worked very hard to keep the ticket prices as low as possible. By eliminating these additional fees we have that much more to work with. In saying that we understand not everyone will be able to do this so please don't let that defer you from purchasing your ticket. The most important thing to us is that you come!!
**One more option if you're not down with the paying through the internet route, Scott Lineburger is our treasurer and you can mail him your checks directly if that works better for you. All you have to do is send him a quick email to slineburger@gmail.com. He'll send you back his address.
**One more option if you're not down with the paying through the internet route, Scott Lineburger is our treasurer and you can mail him your checks directly if that works better for you. All you have to do is send him a quick email to slineburger@gmail.com. He'll send you back his address.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
The Date is set!!
After much research we have finally settled on a date and location for the main event. The date of the reunion will be July 18th, 2009!!! There are going to be two events, one family event, yes bring the kiddos, held at a park. Later that same day July 18th 2009, there will be an adult only get together including heavy appetizers held at Rudy's. There are many more details to pan out and activities to add that are still in the works. At this point we are hoping for those who are planning to attend we can begin selling tickets to the event. The things we are wanting to do and plan cost money to reserve and the better idea we have regarding numbers the better job we can do in planning. Ticket's cost $30.00 per adult for the evening event at Rudy's. The daytime event is $5.00 per family and is open to families and singles alike. There will be games to entertain kids of all ages. More details to come on that as planning continues.
In order to purchase your tickets there is a link in the right hand column of this blog that will allow you to purchase your tickets through paypal. We hope you find this convenient and reasonable and we look forward to bringing more exciting news regarding our progress in putting this all together. As mentioned before we always have something for volunteers to do including items the day of the event so please please contact us if you are willing to help out anyway possible. Feel free to email if this is something you are interested in, spragueclassof99@gmail.com.
In order to purchase your tickets there is a link in the right hand column of this blog that will allow you to purchase your tickets through paypal. We hope you find this convenient and reasonable and we look forward to bringing more exciting news regarding our progress in putting this all together. As mentioned before we always have something for volunteers to do including items the day of the event so please please contact us if you are willing to help out anyway possible. Feel free to email if this is something you are interested in, spragueclassof99@gmail.com.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Come one, come all!!
Hello to all and thanks to those of you who have followed through with sending in your contact info. We have gotten a handful but have MANY more to go. Please send us your contact info!! Just as a reminder the email to send it to is spragueclassof99@gmail.com.
We are also still in need of volunteers so for anyone who is interested there will be a committee meeting this Sunday, February 8, in south Salem at Paddington's pizza at 6:00pm. You can also email as well if you have any further questions regarding the committees. We will hopefully be setting a date and ironing out other ideas such as food and locations.
We hope everyone has a great week and we'll keep you updated on the outcome of Sunday's meeting.
We are also still in need of volunteers so for anyone who is interested there will be a committee meeting this Sunday, February 8, in south Salem at Paddington's pizza at 6:00pm. You can also email as well if you have any further questions regarding the committees. We will hopefully be setting a date and ironing out other ideas such as food and locations.
We hope everyone has a great week and we'll keep you updated on the outcome of Sunday's meeting.
Monday, January 19, 2009
Time flies!!!
Yes, as hard as it is for all of us to believe, ten years have gone by since the good old days and it is officially time to begin planning our 10 year reunion. We are hoping to use this blog as a method of communication that everyone has access to and that will allow us to reach out to as many people as possible. Scott Lineburger is heading up the reunion committee and we are currently looking for people who are willing to help out with not only the planning aspect but also volunteers to help out the day of the event, which is yet to be decided. Thus far we believe the family/day time location will be Pringle Park, with a night time event still undecided. Our committees so far are as follows:
1) Venue and Catering
2) Communications
3) Secretary
4) Decorations
5) After hours party
6) Video (slide show)
7) Kids Activities
Some of these committees have members already but can always use more and others are waiting for someone to take them on. We would appreciate any help anyone is willing to offer. Even if you are living out of state and still want to help out, shoot us an email and I'm sure we will be able to find plenty for you to do.
The email address we will be using for communication with the general class will be spragueclassof99@gmail.com.
Any questions, comments, contact information can be emailed to this address and will be checked daily by committee heads.
At this point we are just asking for any volunteers who can help out to contact us. We would also appreciate EVERYONE's current contact information including mailing address, email address, and phone number.
We will be updating this blog to keep everyone as up to date as possible on the upcoming event. Until then we look forward to seeing everyone in the upcoming year and hope many of us will be able to attend. We are looking forward to hearing from YOU!!!
1) Venue and Catering
2) Communications
3) Secretary
4) Decorations
5) After hours party
6) Video (slide show)
7) Kids Activities
Some of these committees have members already but can always use more and others are waiting for someone to take them on. We would appreciate any help anyone is willing to offer. Even if you are living out of state and still want to help out, shoot us an email and I'm sure we will be able to find plenty for you to do.
The email address we will be using for communication with the general class will be spragueclassof99@gmail.com.
Any questions, comments, contact information can be emailed to this address and will be checked daily by committee heads.
At this point we are just asking for any volunteers who can help out to contact us. We would also appreciate EVERYONE's current contact information including mailing address, email address, and phone number.
We will be updating this blog to keep everyone as up to date as possible on the upcoming event. Until then we look forward to seeing everyone in the upcoming year and hope many of us will be able to attend. We are looking forward to hearing from YOU!!!
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