Hi there Dimond Classmates!
We are down to the wire for registration and payment for the Mini Reunion in Arizona.
This page is full of details to entice you to join us and to help you plan your trip. We have people flying to Phoenix from all over the country for this gathering.
Hotel Option
This is where most of us are staying. There is not block of rooms. (it is cheaper to become a World of Hyatt member and individually rent a room than it is to reserve a block of rooms.)
Tempe Mission Palms 60 E 5th St, Tempe, Arizona, 85281 https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/arizona/tempe-mission-palms/phxdt?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_phxdt
SCHEDULE
Friday Night
Casual Gathering - 6:00 p.m. We will start at the Tempe Mission Palms courtyard. If money is left over from the dinner minimum then the committee will buy appetizers. We may or may not relocate to a Bar near the hotel. This is all very casual.
Saturday –Breakfast
-- We will be on our own for breakfast. Here are some nearby options
The Mission Grille The Tempe Mission Palms
https://www.destinationhotels.com/tempe-mission-palms/dining/tempe-restaurants
Daily Jam 310 S Mill Ave Tempe
https://www.mydailyjam.com/ or
First Watch , 111 W University Dr, Tempe
https://www.firstwatch.com/locations/asu/
Activities during the day -- Options for individuals to organize for themselves
Boats for Rent - There is a lake (actually reservoir) walking distance from the Mini-Reunion where they rent all sorts of boats and stand-up paddle boards for anyone looking for a fun time on the water while we are in Tempe. https://boats4rent.com/tempe-az/tempe-town/
Bikes for Rent - Tempe is also a great place for bicycling and there are many vendors renting bikes: https://www.tempetourism.com/blog/its-a-great-day-for-a-tempe-bike-ride/
or a 2.5 hour ebike tour
https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/a.a44960944.activity-details?&rid=7255&location=Tempe%2C+Arizona%2C+United+States+of+America&startDate=2023-11-10&endDate=2023-11-12&swp=off
Architecture - While not in Tempe, if you have an interest in architecture you might want to visit Taliesin West. https://franklloydwright.org/taliesin-west/
Half Day Phoenix Brew Tour -The Tour is the perfect introduction to Phoenix’s impressive and world-renowned craft beverage scene. On this compact, three and a half hour adventure, you will go behind-the-scenes, drink with the locals, and taste a variety of up to 12 delicious beers at three of Phoenix’s best craft alcohol producers. All while enjoying a tasty snack to soak up all those delicious suds. $115/person https://www.cooldestinations.com/activity/phoenix/half-day-phoenix-brew-tour/?utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=organic
DINNER – 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Culinary DropOut at the Yard –149 S Farmer Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 – The Campus Room, Buffet + 2 drink tokens each attendee.
Parking in Tempe https://www.downtowntempe.com/get-around/parking
It will be a fun mini reunion! We hope to see you there!
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScO-RXZGEUXfiyWtwt5M2Lm8iKMtF7bQ0dzGEW2nnATLTyLxg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Pay here: (Make sure you register first on the link at the top of this page.)
The cost is $100/ person. Payments must arrive by November 3.
By Check - Please make the check out to Karen Burgard, with 78 Reunion in the memo
2516 S. Pines Rd
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
OR
PAYPAL https://www.paypal.com/us/home to transfer money to DimondHS78@yahoo.com using the "Sending money to a friend" option. My phone number is 509-869-2892
OR
VENMO https://venmo.com/account/sign-in @Karen-Burgard-49 using the "Sending money to a friend" option. My phone number is 509-869-2892
We are down to the wire for registration and payment for the Mini Reunion in Arizona.
This page is full of details to entice you to join us and to help you plan your trip. We have people flying to Phoenix from all over the country for this gathering.
Hotel Option
This is where most of us are staying. There is not block of rooms. (it is cheaper to become a World of Hyatt member and individually rent a room than it is to reserve a block of rooms.)
Tempe Mission Palms 60 E 5th St, Tempe, Arizona, 85281 https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/arizona/tempe-mission-palms/phxdt?src=corp_lclb_gmb_seo_phxdt
SCHEDULE
Friday Night
Casual Gathering - 6:00 p.m. We will start at the Tempe Mission Palms courtyard. If money is left over from the dinner minimum then the committee will buy appetizers. We may or may not relocate to a Bar near the hotel. This is all very casual.
Saturday –Breakfast
-- We will be on our own for breakfast. Here are some nearby options
The Mission Grille The Tempe Mission Palms
https://www.destinationhotels.com/tempe-mission-palms/dining/tempe-restaurants
Daily Jam 310 S Mill Ave Tempe
https://www.mydailyjam.com/ or
First Watch , 111 W University Dr, Tempe
https://www.firstwatch.com/locations/asu/
Activities during the day -- Options for individuals to organize for themselves
Boats for Rent - There is a lake (actually reservoir) walking distance from the Mini-Reunion where they rent all sorts of boats and stand-up paddle boards for anyone looking for a fun time on the water while we are in Tempe. https://boats4rent.com/tempe-az/tempe-town/
Bikes for Rent - Tempe is also a great place for bicycling and there are many vendors renting bikes: https://www.tempetourism.com/blog/its-a-great-day-for-a-tempe-bike-ride/
or a 2.5 hour ebike tour
https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/a.a44960944.activity-details?&rid=7255&location=Tempe%2C+Arizona%2C+United+States+of+America&startDate=2023-11-10&endDate=2023-11-12&swp=off
Architecture - While not in Tempe, if you have an interest in architecture you might want to visit Taliesin West. https://franklloydwright.org/taliesin-west/
Half Day Phoenix Brew Tour -The Tour is the perfect introduction to Phoenix’s impressive and world-renowned craft beverage scene. On this compact, three and a half hour adventure, you will go behind-the-scenes, drink with the locals, and taste a variety of up to 12 delicious beers at three of Phoenix’s best craft alcohol producers. All while enjoying a tasty snack to soak up all those delicious suds. $115/person https://www.cooldestinations.com/activity/phoenix/half-day-phoenix-brew-tour/?utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=share&utm_campaign=organic
DINNER – 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Culinary DropOut at the Yard –149 S Farmer Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281 – The Campus Room, Buffet + 2 drink tokens each attendee.
Parking in Tempe https://www.downtowntempe.com/get-around/parking
It will be a fun mini reunion! We hope to see you there!
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScO-RXZGEUXfiyWtwt5M2Lm8iKMtF7bQ0dzGEW2nnATLTyLxg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Pay here: (Make sure you register first on the link at the top of this page.)
The cost is $100/ person. Payments must arrive by November 3.
By Check - Please make the check out to Karen Burgard, with 78 Reunion in the memo
2516 S. Pines Rd
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
OR
PAYPAL https://www.paypal.com/us/home to transfer money to DimondHS78@yahoo.com using the "Sending money to a friend" option. My phone number is 509-869-2892
OR
VENMO https://venmo.com/account/sign-in @Karen-Burgard-49 using the "Sending money to a friend" option. My phone number is 509-869-2892
45th Mini Reunion for Dimond High Class of '78
Schedule of Events:
Cost: $100 per person
Grads from Dimond classes of ’77 and ’79 are also welcome to attend.
After registering on the site: HERE
Use Paypal to transfer money to DimondHS78@yahoo.com
OR
Please mail your check to:
DHS78 Reunion Committee
Karen Burgard (make the check out to Karen Burgard, with 78 Reunion in the memo)
2516 S. Pines Rd
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
HOTEL INFORMATION: We ran into a snag (Big Financial Snag) setting up a block of hotel rooms. We have a selected a hotel and invite you to make a reservation as soon as possible. That hotel we selected is the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel by Hyatt. Thus, we recommend you secure your own reservation by contacting the hotel at https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/arizona/tempe-mission-palms/phxdt or calling 408-894-1400. It is easier to join their loyalty program and see the rates by booking online.
The Tempe Mission Palms Hotel by Hyatt is located in the center of Tempe. It has a free shuttle from the Phoenix airport and the Culinary Dropout is a 13-minute walk so no car is needed unless you have other places to go. It is a Located in the heart of the Mill Avenue District within walking distance to over 100 restaurants, nightlife venues, & shops. It has a rooftop heated outdoor pool and two Jacuzzi spas. There are three restaurants on the property including the Cabana Bar and Grill poolside. Prices are likely to go up as we get closer to the Mini-Reunion so we recommend making reservations early.
Schedule of Events:
- Friday, November 10th
- 6:00pm-? Casual Gathering
- Location TBA Appetizers & snacks will be provided. No-host bar
- Saturday, November 11th
- Breakfast: TBA
- Daytime: No host activities at Tempe locations (List TBA)
- 6:00-9:00pm: : Dinner at Culinary Dropout, 149 S Farmer Ave, Tempe AZ 85281
Cost: $100 per person
Grads from Dimond classes of ’77 and ’79 are also welcome to attend.
After registering on the site: HERE
Use Paypal to transfer money to DimondHS78@yahoo.com
OR
Please mail your check to:
DHS78 Reunion Committee
Karen Burgard (make the check out to Karen Burgard, with 78 Reunion in the memo)
2516 S. Pines Rd
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
HOTEL INFORMATION: We ran into a snag (Big Financial Snag) setting up a block of hotel rooms. We have a selected a hotel and invite you to make a reservation as soon as possible. That hotel we selected is the Tempe Mission Palms Hotel by Hyatt. Thus, we recommend you secure your own reservation by contacting the hotel at https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/arizona/tempe-mission-palms/phxdt or calling 408-894-1400. It is easier to join their loyalty program and see the rates by booking online.
The Tempe Mission Palms Hotel by Hyatt is located in the center of Tempe. It has a free shuttle from the Phoenix airport and the Culinary Dropout is a 13-minute walk so no car is needed unless you have other places to go. It is a Located in the heart of the Mill Avenue District within walking distance to over 100 restaurants, nightlife venues, & shops. It has a rooftop heated outdoor pool and two Jacuzzi spas. There are three restaurants on the property including the Cabana Bar and Grill poolside. Prices are likely to go up as we get closer to the Mini-Reunion so we recommend making reservations early.