Alumna Camille Pelliccia Had a Great Time at the Pine Grove Inn!
Ben Vitale
Members of the Sachem Alumni Group decided to have a spontaneous Mini Reunion, at the Pine Grove Inn. Our fellow alumni John Cassese was scheduled to play, at the "Pine Grove Inn, with the Lloyd Roberts Quintet.

Camille Pelliccia Class of 1960, and my wife Marie had a great time at that Summer Event. It was a perfect "Cool Night." We were outside, near the Great South Bay, eating dinner, enjoying gourmet desserts, and drinking Margaretas; what could be better than that? The only thing that was missing was Jimmy Buffett! Ha! Ha!






During the course of the evening Andrew Cassese, got on stage, and performed for the group. Andrew then came over to my table, and talked with Camille, Marie, and I for about ten minutes. Camille was looking at Andrew with a puzzled look as if to say; where have I seen him before? Camille then told Andrew "What a talented family you have."Camille loved the Vocal Entertainment, but could not recognize Andrew Cassese! At that time Camille did not know exactly who she had just called "talented."

Often when a person is separated from his normal context, he often becomes a stranger!

Enough of the suspense! We all know Andrew Cassese! All we have to do is see him in his "Normal Context!" The photo below should help!

Andrew Cassese has Delighted Audiences on Stage, Screen, and Television.
The Photo below is from Andrews role in:
"Revenge of the Nerds I"
He later played in:
"Revenge of the Nerds II"
Also acted in the HBO Film called:
"Where or When"


On Broadway he acted in:
The play called "Nine"


He later acted in the:
Broadway Play called "Smile

Andrew acted in the Off Broadway Plays called:
"Christopher Blake"
"The Day Baby Ruth Died"
"Yossel and the Golden Dream"
"Oliver"
and:
"A Christmas Carol"
On TV he acted on the following TV Programs:
"Law and Order" shown on NBC
"TV-101"
"Read Between the Lines" Shown on ABC
"Sesamie Street"
"Facts of Life" Shown on NBC
"3-2-1-Contact"
Need I Say More?
You see him almost daily on TV Commercials!
Andrew will be appearing on the David Letterman Show, in a skit about "Security in the Office."

Andrew Cassese is enthusiastic about his tentative return to Broadway!
If and when this happens, our next Reunion should be in Manhattan!
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Hi Ben,

I got home safely..and just wanted to thank you and Marie for such a pleasant evening...I enjoyed so much the conversation, and just being there to hear John and the band was so special. They were great! also hearing Johns son's sing , what a talented family! Looking forward to another evening listening to John. Thanks again for your company...I enjoyed the evening so very much..Its been a long time since I've gotten out. Will catch you again soon. on the Blog.
So nice to see Marie again.

Love Camille
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Ken and Louise Dance-up a Storm at the Pine Grove!
Alumna Ken Muzzenigro, and his friend Louise are hard to keep down. I was really amazed when I saw Ken and Louise dancing. They looked like professional dancers. Ken is really active with our Alumni Group; he actually attended all of our Reunions, which took place across the country!



John Cassese Sachem class of 1960 Playing with members of the Lloyd Roberts Quintet.
This event was not LRQ Reunion 2007; this event may still come to pass? The evening excitement was further energized by the vocal appearance of Phillip Cassese, John's older son who is also active in the Entertainment Industry. More details to follow.



Soundtrack of the Song, Sweet Caroline.
The lighting was too dim to take a video, with the camera that I had with me! I then decided to record a Soundtrack. It was just one of those magic moments! You really don't need a video in order to feel the energy! The room was full of people, and the band played "Sweet Caroline." If you listen carefully you could hear the audience singing,

"Sweet Caroline," Bum Bum Bum;" and then "So Good, So Good, So Good." Everyone had a great time! The high pitched voice that stands out is either Camille, or my wife Marie!
Double Click the "Arrow" below to start the Soundtrack.


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The Lloyd Roberts Quintet Will Perform at the Pine Grove Inn.

Our fellow Alumnus, John Cassese, will be playing with most of the members from the original Lloyd Roberts Quintet, at the Pine Grove Inn, in East Patchohue, NY. One band member lives in Florida, and will not be available to play at this event.

This event will be featuring Joe Cherko Jr., a drummer who comes from a family with a musical history. His father also Joe Cherko, was entertaining at many Night Clubs throughout Long Island, in the late 50s and 60s. Different generation, but from the same root. His drum style should sound familiar!

The people that attended "Lloyd Roberts Quintet Reunion 2006," are being contacted! We do expect a fantastic crowd, filled with that perpetual energy, that we have cultivated!

Barring some unforeseen circumstances, my wife Marie and I will be attending. Any Alumni that attend will be welcome to sit with Marie and I; just ask John to point us out.

(Dialup or WebTV may not be able to view this video)

Double Click Arrow to Start Video

More Details? Contact John at: legacypluss@aol.com


Date: Saturday September 1, 2007

Time: 6:30 through 10:30 PM

Place: Pine Grove Inn, 1st St East Patchogue, NY, 11772

Ben Vitale
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Judi Belden Lloyd Said:

Man I wanted to, but I am already way past booked for places to go this fall. That is one of two weekends that I'll be at home.

Judi

Gail Tierney Griffith Said:

Sounds like fun, Ben. But the drive from North Carolina is a little bit of a commute. If you see any of our classmates, please remember me to them.

Gail

Camille Pelliccia Said:

I was just checking out the Blog. and It mentioned John's Band playing at the Pine Grove Inn on Saturday. Sept 1st. I would love to go!. I am very excited about going on Saturday, Since I have no plans for the evening. I will be coming alone. Do I have to make reservations? Or is it a place where there are people just dropping in? I was there many years ago, when My dad used to play there. (Buddy sandy).... Please e mail me, and let me know. Thanks so much.....

Love Camille

Joan Lalla Garson Said:

Hi Ben,

I really wish I could attend the reunion of John's band this year but am also booked for that weekend. I hope to get out there again (from the Poconos) sometime again before November and hear the band in person. Sweet memories....
Joanie
Joan Lalla Gerson

Brenda Sechenzia Said:
I was hoping the reunion would be later on in September. I am having company that weekend so I won't be able to attend.
Brenda Sichenzia

Ben Vitale Said:
I don't know about "You Guys" but I am going to have a great time. I will try and shoot a few Video Clips!





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From George LaCorte:

I found this on-line and thought it would be fun to read by all who have attended class reunions. Please post this in our Sachem Blog, it was copied and it did not have an author listed. I found it under Jokes .com

George LaCorte
Class of 1960

Click the Link below, and read the fourth article called "The Class Reunion.)
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Who is This Guy?

I was just rummaging through some old photos, and this one was hidden on the bottom of the box. Hummm Nice Sideburns! Hummm Long Hair! Hummm the hair on his chest looks like a Rain forest! For sure this guy didn't go to Sachem; or did he? We didn't have long hair back then! He looks like one of those guys from the "Rebellious 60s!" Yep! another one of those damned Hippies! I bet he listens to Crosby, Still, Nash, and Young!

YOU BET!

Yahoooo! - Ah Bo Bee!

Message From Richard Williams:

Sent an email to Ray Gentner with your address. He's at rmgentner@aol.com.

New subject:
I didn't recognize Tommy Nichols. And the guy with Keith Carpenter was not me. I"m 6"1" and Keith was around 5'5."

Thank for all you do.

Richard Williams.

Photos From The Camille Pelliccia Collection:

Camille: This was taken on a trip to Coney Island. class of 1960. I think the girl on the left is Theresa Martino, and Marilyn Lindenfelser.




Another Photo:



Camille:This is a photo of Thomas Nicolas. He was class of 1959.


Ben Said:

I don't recall Thomas being in the Class of 59; must be the class of 61.


Who is this "Guy?"



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Photo Of Keith Carpenter From Camille


Hi Ben,

This is Keith Carpenter, and the guy I don't know next to him.

Class of 1961...

Love Camille

Does anyone recognize the other fellow?

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Marylin Giove Chion Said:

Could it be John DelCorie?

Jerry Brandt Said:

Hi

I think it is Rich Williams,

Jerry (61)

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News From "Way Back Home," in New York
This Saturday July 7, 2007, I went to a Street Fair in Mattituck Long Island. Generally most Street Fairs are the same; vendors selling food and crafts! As I walked through the fair I suddenly began to hear music; I couldn't believe my ears, genuine Bluegrass Music! Wow what were you thinking when you moved down south! We have our own Bluegrass Band on Long Island!

Now! As a genuine Floridian, with a critical ear for blue grass music please respond with your personal critique of our local Bluegrass Band. "Do these guys play good music or what!"

Go to the following web page, click "sounds," and then click, the first tune, "Don't Blame Me," and then listen to the tune called, "Eastbound Freight Train." These guys play so good that I believe that they must actually come from Alabama! Hee Haw.

http://eastboundfreight.com/sounds.html

OK Everyone! Do these guys come from Long Island or Alabama? What's your opinion?

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News About Reunion 2007 from Brenda Sichenzia; More Info to follow From Marylin.

I spoke with Marylin last night and she said she would ask you to post the Florida reunion info. It has changed from Disney because even with the discount it would be $160 a night. She knows of townhouses that can accommodate 2 couples or families right on Ormond Beach and that we would have most of the complex to ourselves. It would be $150 a night but split two ways it would only be $75 a night. The complex also has a pool. It is 10 miles to Daytona, a short ride to St. Augustine, and 90 minutes to Disney. Marylin felt that at Disney, we wouldn't have the privacy that we would have as a group at the complex. Marylin owns one of the units and the Manager was willing to accommodate renting for only 3 or 4 days. The target date for this reunion is November 8, 9, 10, and 11. Longer and shorter stays are also available. It would be best if everyone contacted Marylin directly at 407-295-9052 or her email at: marylinc@cfl.rr.com. Thanks again for all your time and effort in this blog. I'm at work so I have to close for now.

Priscilla Is Moving to Florida

I will be giving up this email account as of July 12. After we arrive in Florida, we will have a new account but I don't know that address at this time.

Please keep us in your prayers during the move.

Thanks,
Priscilla

Thanks Joan!

Hi Ben.....Just wanted to let you know how much I'm enjoying the"Blog".....I had a problem accessing it before as I have WEBTV, but now it works great! Also, thanks for all the work and time you devote to it....it's appreciated!! I might have some pictures from the reunion we had in Florida and then the one we had here in Phoenix, AZ in '03. If I find them I'll send them to you. Again.....thanks for the "memories"!!

Joan (Whitty) Stawicki...Class of '60

Photo of Edwina Dugan?

From Camille:

Hi

This is a photo of Edwina Dugan..I think , class of 1961.

Love Camille
(Photo from the Camille Pelliccia collection.)

Comment From Joan:
That definitely is Edwina Dugan. Last time I saw Edwina was at the class reunion at the Bavarian Inn. She was there with her friend (and my old friend), Esther Landhall. Others that stand out in my mind from that time were Kay Miranda-'61, Don Loeffler-'60, Meg Castora-'61 and Judy Weicher-'61.

Joan Lalla Gerson-'61

Ben Vitale Said:
Her face is so familiar; the name isn't! I almost feel that I have met her somewhere other than Sachem; at work, at a Bank, in a Store! I often wonder what planet I was on, while I attended High School! I was obviously preoccupied with something other than the people around me!

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He Played Great Music Then; and Great Music Now

As you may know our fellow Alumni John Cassese is still into music! I viewed this Web Page for the first time, and had a great time jiving around my office, to the music and vocal from John's Web Site.

John together with Jamie, another excellent vocalist, comprise the group called TwiLite. Have some fun and dance in your living Room. Just click the song "Just a Gigolo," and enjoy!
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Click the Link on the next line!
http://twilitelive.com/

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Patty Perkins Said:
HI,
PATTY PERKINS HERE. JUST HEARD YOUR MUSIC. WOW!!!! NEVER HEARD YOU IN PERSON BUT I WAS SOOOOO IMPRESSED. YOU SOUND LIKE YOUR SIXTEEN AGAIN. WOULD LOVE TO CATCH YOU IN NY NEXT TIME I'M UP FOR A VISIT. BEST VERSION OF "JUST A GIGOLO I HAVE EVER HEARD. LOVED IT!!!!

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News From Way Back Home on Long Island

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Party People Congregate at Cupsogue Beach in Westhampton

Long Island people still have a lot of heart! The young, the old, and even the disabled, gather at Cupsogue Beach to just enjoy the Summer Afternoon.

A local business owner, who runs a bar, called the Beach Hut, sponsors and hires Bands to play on the deck outside of his establishment. This Sunday there were over 200 party animals of all ages, having a great time in the Sun.

I really admire people that have a positive attitude! I actually saw a gentleman at this gathering with an Oxygen Mask in one hand, and a Pena Colata in the other! People, young and old, swaying back and forth as the Band plays a Jimmy Buffet tune, "Margareetaville!" Once a band plays that tune they could do no wrong!

I later went to the Extreme east end of Dune Road, to have dinner at Sunwaters. Taking note of the action along the entire length of Dune Road; it looks like the Beach Hut, at Cupsogue Beach takes the prize!

You don't "have to" live in Florida, to have a great time. Always remember where the "Original Party Animals," came from, New York!

Not Bad for a bunch of "Damned Yankees!" Ha! Ha!

From Joan LaLa Gerson:

The Cupsogue Beach pictures sure bring back some great memories. In the late nineties, my husband and I sold our home in Shoreham and moved to a condo in Farmingville where the Ski Bowl used to be. At that time, we realized that we would soon be leaving the beautiful Long Island Beaches for Florida so we started to go to the beach regularly and this beach was the one where we used to enjoy the band and the Wednesday evening lobster special. Now we are summering in the Poconos and enjoying the beautiful mountain air up here. It would be great to get to that Cupsogue Beach some time again this summer. Take advantage of those Long Island beaches. They are the best in the world!

Joan Lalla Gerson

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Marie Santangelo and John Gallery

Hi Everyone,

This is from the Senior Prom...Marie Santangelo. and John Gallery.

Love Camille

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Photo of Sachem Alumni

(Must have been taken when they attended Gatelot Avenue School)

This photo is from my Holy communion. Charlie Galasano, Marie Buccaro, and Marie Santangelo. I think from 1949.

Love Camille

(Photo complements of Camille Pelliccia)

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More Photos From Camille The Class Historian

WHERE WAS THIS PHOTO TAKEN?

Photo above just added!

Grace Savino, John Cassese, Judi Belden

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Judi Belden Lloyd said:

Ha, that's me in the first pic, peeking around at the end of the line. I wonder what we were doing and where we were

Judi Belden Lloyd, ????,  Joann Montelbano, Richard Selmer, Pat Nangle with Al Biscardi



Who are the two "Guys" on either end of the lower photo?

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Where was this photo taken?

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Marylin Said:

The one with Pat Nagle looks like Chris Michaels.

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Kevin Baack Said:
What! You don’t have your class graduation book?? They do look vaguely familiar though…
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Gail Tierney Griffith Said:
I haven't the slightest idea of who those fellows are. The only one I recognize is Charlie Lee. I wonder if he is still lawyering in Las Vegas. I'll try to dig out my yearbook one of these days and get a better look. Are the pictures really yellowed?-----------------------------------------

Ben Said:
Hi Gail
John Cassese and I cannot figure out who tho two "guys" are! The last two photos should not be "yellowed;" the photos of the Sachem Buses should be yellowed. When I send the pages to you via ordinary email, all formatting is lost. Is it possible for the colors to change? yes.

I haven't heard a word from Charlie Lee recently; but I may look him up the next time I go to Las Vegas. I did not know that he lived there! thanks for the information!

Ben---------------------------------------

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From the Class of 1959 Yearbook

Recognize Anyone?

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Who is the fellow that is wearing the suit, in the background?

Look at the length of the dresses!

Gotta go I might miss the Bus!

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A FEW WORDS FROM FRAN RODRIGUEZ STEIDEL:

Hi,Am enjoying the blog,About the last two photos you posted with the school busses in the background I am pretty sure that it's me (Fran Rodriguez Steidel walking with Wain Carlough.
5:43 PM

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CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE!
The above photos were taken from the Sachem Class of 1959 Yearbook. The yearbook committee worked very hard; and I'm sure each of them played a role in selecting these photos, as well as all of the other photos in our yearbook!

Yearbook Committee:

Editor Marion Stewart

Co-Editor Gail Johnson

Business Staff:

Doris Christopherson, Ann Bocchairo, Terry Duarte, Barbara Millevolte, Mary Jane Prentiss

Production Staff:

Barbara Rutlidge, Eddie Lavay, Gail Johnson, Gail Tierney, Maureen Curley, Murial Reily

Photography:

Mr. Sacks (These photos are part of his legacy)

Committee:

Joan Knapp, Fran Artes B. A. Keller, Gail Snyder, Mr. Muhvich

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A Message From Judi Belden Lloyd

The Two Joys In My Life

Hi, I love this blog and getting notices when a new entry is put on. It's great to read about what people from our classes are doing these days, see their pictures, hear about the 'old' days. Do you believe we're getting Medicare information???? And the other day I received information from BC/BS on Medicare supplemental insurance. Aaaargh!!!! Surely not me!! I am enclosing a picture of the two joys in my life these days. Could someone please move the Canadian border closer to NC., but just don't include the winter weather when you do it though.

Judi (Belden) Lloyd

Visit Report

Precious Friends and Precious Memories

Just wanted you to know , Pauline and I had a great time.She was only able to stay one day. Her niece lives in Shirley and Pauline was going to visit her on Saturday.

We looked through my old album , with photos from a trip to Jones Beach and The Patchogue Roller rink...We sure had a good laugh. I had old matchbook covers, paper napkins, stirrers, a corsage,(from the Senior Prom),greeting cards(from boyfriends)and some other memorabilia. I still save everything! The clothes and the hair styles made us chuckle. Also went through the photos of the class reunions I had sent to you for the Blog. We talked about the "Old Days" and those special guys that stole our hearts. Also those trips to the Hamptons in her little sports car and My 1959 Corvette, Our trip to Patchogue on Saturdays and our ferry ride to Fire Island on Sundays.

So great to have those special memories to share with someone I have known for 50 years! Where did the time go? We may have the old bodies now, but those memories we cherish brought us back to our teenage years.

I'm hoping to get together again with her, before she leaves for Florida.
Love Camille

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Pauline Millevolte is visiting her Niece, in Patchogue, NY, this week! On Friday, she is also going to meet with Camille Palliccia to talk about old times! Talk about "Old Times," includes us; I hope!

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Reunion Concert 2007

Fellow Alumni John Cassese, is working along with the other members of the Lloyd Roberts Quintet, in an effort to make their "Reunion 2007 Concert," become a reality! They hope to again hold their concert in Farmingville NY.

An undisclosed source has revealed that the second annual Lloyd Roberts Quintet Reunion Concert is now actively being considered. The first Reunion Concert was such a success that the proprietor of the Flaming Hearth has already given his approval, to again hold the concert at his establishment. I will publish the date as soon as my undisclosed source, pilfers some more information.

Sachem Alumni might want to try and schedule their annual visit to long Island to coincide with the tentative concert in 2007. For four hours I was transported back into the seventies at concert 2006; The 2007 Reunion Concert is a "must attend." What price can you put on "Time Travel?"

I will be there for sure! See you there!

P.S. Camille Palleccia also said that she will be there!!