Saturday, May 31, 2008

Cape Coral High, Class of 1998 Alumni to Reunite – June 21

Cape Coral High, Class of 1998 Alumni to Reunite – June 21
Ten Year Reunion be held at Char Grillhouse in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS- The Cape Coral High Class of 1998 Reunion Committee is excited to announce that a ten year reunion will take place on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at Char Grillhouse located on Cleveland Avenue in Fort Myers.

“We are thrilled to have Char Grillhouse host our first reunion,” Kelly Koppler, Logistics Chair of the event said. “Char is a brand new establishment and is centrally located. Additionally, because it is attached to the remodeled Holiday Inn, out of town guests will now have easy access to the reunion and a place nearby to stay.”

According to Koppler, reunion committee members wanted to have an event that was “as fun as prom but updated for a matured audience.” Therefore, “Char is the perfect place; Modern but cozy décor and a lounge area for catching up. They also have a large bar and two outdoor patios; it will be able to meet everyone’s expectations.”

Samantha Wallen (Skrzyniarz), class of 1998 Senior Class President and Co-Chair of the event agrees, adding that this is an event that people won’t want to miss. Wallen also encourages all Cape Coral High, class of 1998 alumni to help spread the word about the reunion. “The majority of people are going to find out about this event through word of mouth. We ask all alumni from our class to contact all fellow alumni they still keep in touch with, so that nobody misses out,” she said.

Alumni and guests will enjoy heavy appetizers, a cash bar and music by DJ Franklin. For those interested in purchasing dinner, a full menu will also be available. “Now that we are all getting older and have stressful lives, jobs and other events going on, it will be great to sit back and remember when our biggest worry was whether we would win the Friday football game or get the perfect dress for homecoming or prom,” Jeannie Macchi (Liebegott), a former Cape High cheerleader and fellow class of 1998 Alum said. “I am encouraging everyone to attend the Class of 1998 reunion, as I think it will be a great way to catch up with those whom we lost touch and to see what everyone is up to...oh and have a great time of course!”

Tickets for the event are $40 per person and can be purchased online at http://groups.myspace.com/CapeHigh98Reunion. For more information, contact Marsha Solock Morgenstern, Publicity Chair, at xxx-xxx-xxxx or email xxx@xxx.com.

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Pittsburgh Sports League Gears Up for Summer Leagues

By Marsha S. Morgenstern

Dodgeball and kickball – these sports aren’t just for kids anymore! In fact, they are just two of several sports offered by the Pittsburgh Sports League (PSL) this summer. Now in its 8th year, PSL provides co-ed recreational sports activities to men and women of all ages. Non-traditional sports offered by PSL include “Dek hockey” (played on foot and not to be confused with in-line, roller hockey) along with “Cornhole,” (a game also known as “bean bag toss” or “baggo.”) For traditionalists, basketball, tennis, volleyball, running, and flag football are available.

According to Becky Reitmeyer, Pittsburgh Sports League director, PSL leagues are organized, social, open to newcomers, and affordable. “PSL meets two main needs: it provides organized sports for adults and it’s a great way to make friends because you will inevitably see the same people,” she said.

Sandra Kozera, 31, joined PSL in 2002. She met her fiancé, Ben Williams, 29, through PSL while playing dek hockey together. The couple now lives in Wheeling, West Virginia, commuting to Pittsburgh to play PSL sports. Together, they play hockey, flag football, and sometimes softball.

“The PSL summer softball leagues are especially just really fun -there's a wide variety of skill levels, because everyone wants to be outside and playing softball in the summer - and people often hang out and tailgate and enjoy the good weather,” Kozera said. “It's a fun thing to do in your spare time, a good way to let off steam, and in some cases a good way to stay in shape.”

Kozera said PSL is also good for networking. “I just graduated from law school in the spring, and when I was looking for jobs, all my lawyer sports league friends were willing to help out.”

For more information on the Pittsburgh Sports League contact Becky at 412-338-2133, ext. 11 or visit http://www.pump.org/psl.jsp.

Monday, April 14, 2008

2008 Pittsburgh Venture Outdoors Fest

By: Marsha S. Morgenstern

The April showers have passed. Now is the time to get outside and Venture Outdoors is the perfect organization to help you do that. The not-for-profit founded in 2001 offers activities year-round. On May 17th, they will hold the 8th annual Venture Outdoors Festival from 11 am to 6 pm. The event is free and open to the public. 10,000 participants are expected. (Last year’s festival attracted 8,000 people.)

“The Venture Outdoors Festival provides a sweet opportunity to sample many aspects of Pittsburgh’s great outdoors community: kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, biking, fishing, dragon boating…activities that some folks don’t realize are at our finger tips,” Sean Brady, Venture Outdoors assistant executive director said.

Nicole Frankhouser, 29, of Pittsburgh, has participated in several Venture Outdoors activities over the last six months. “I can’t just pick one Venture Outdoors experience that is my favorite,” She said. “Overall it’s just great enjoying the outdoors while trying new activities with friends! Venture Outdoors is also a great way to get exercise while learning and exploring the Pittsburgh region.”

According to Brady, the festival will span the back channel between the Three Rivers Rowing Association boathouse on Washington’s Landing and Millvale Riverfront Park, with a free water taxi all day. Festival parking is free, but limited space is available. Therefore, Venture Outdoors encourages festival goers to use the Del Monte lots on River Avenue (between Warfield Street and Gazena Way) and take the convenient, free shuttle.

“Or, better yet, attendees can hop on the trail right across the street and bike or walk to the festival. Brightly clad volunteers will be on hand to direct people to the open spaces and the trail,” Donna L. Bour, Event Manager of the 2008 Venture Outdoors Festival said.

For more information on venture outdoors, check out their website at http://www.ventureoutdoors.org/ or call 412-255-0635.


Images courtesy of Sean Brady, Venture Outdoors.

Monday, March 10, 2008

Cape Coral High, Class of 1998 Alumni to Reunite – June 21

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

CONTACT:
Marsha Solock Morgenstern
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Cape Coral High, Class of 1998 Alumni to Reunite – June 21
Ten Year Reunion be held at Char Grillhouse in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS, Fla. - The Cape Coral High Class of 1998 Reunion Committee is excited to announce that a ten year reunion will take place on Sat., June 21 at Char Grillhouse located on Cleveland Avenue in Fort Myers.

“We are thrilled to have Char Grillhouse host our first reunion,” Kelly Koppler, Logistics Chair of the event said. “Char is a brand new establishment and is centrally located. Additionally, because it is attached to the remodeled Holiday Inn, out of town guests will now have easy access to the reunion and a place nearby to stay.”

According to Koppler, reunion committee members wanted to have an event that was “as fun as prom but updated for a matured audience.” Therefore, “Char is the perfect place; Modern but cozy décor and a lounge area for catching up. They also have a large bar and two outdoor patios; it will be able to meet everyone’s expectations.”

Samantha Wallen (Skrzyniarz), class of 1998 Senior Class President and Co-Chair of the event agrees, adding that this is an event that people won’t want to miss. Wallen also encourages all Cape Coral High, class of 1998 alumni to help spread the word about the reunion. “The majority of people are going to find out about this event through word of mouth. We ask all alumni from our class to contact all fellow alumni they still keep in touch with, so that nobody misses out,” she said.

Alumni and guests will enjoy heavy appetizers, a cash bar and music by DJ Franklin. For those interested in purchasing dinner, a full menu will also be available.

“Now that we are all getting older and have stressful lives, jobs and other events going on, it will be great to sit back and remember when our biggest worry was whether we would win the Friday football game or get the perfect dress for homecoming or prom,” Jeannie Macchi (Liebegott), a former Cape High cheerleader and fellow class of 1998 Alum said. “I am encouraging everyone to attend the Class of 1998 reunion, as I think it will be a great way to catch up with those whom we lost touch and to see what everyone is up to...oh and have a great time of course!”

Tickets for the event are $40 per person and can be purchased online at http://groups.myspace.com/CapeHigh98Reunion. For more information, contact Marsha Solock Morgenstern, Publicity Chair, at ###-###-#### or email###@####.com.

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