Class of ’76 50th Reunion Update!
You Won’t Want to Miss Our Weekend of Events!
Thursday July 16, – Friday July 17, – Saturday July 18, 2026
NOTE: RSVPs will be taken from March to May 31, 2026
Out of towners, book your hotel room early!
Madison is a busy place in July!
Booking link provided in hotel section below
- Thursday July 16, 2026
- EAST HIGH TOUR
Begins 4:00 pm and lasts about 60 – 90 minutes
Old is new again! East has gone through several renovations since out 40th reunion. The latest finishing in 2024. Come check it out! Gather at the 4th street entrance to the mall. Casual dress, purple and gold encouraged! GO PURGOLDERS!
- THE BURR OAK – 2262 Winnebago Ave, Madison
6:00 -7:00 p.m. social hour/finger foods
7:00 – 11:00 p.m. live music
No Cover – Cash bar
Casual attire
After the East tour, join us as we kick the weekend off with a casual night of socializing, & fun with live music from Generations Jones featuring our own Michael Massey & Mike Ripp. The second musical act is Charlie Jordan, bringing country rock covers from the 60’s & 70’s. A reunion night to remember!
- Friday July 17, 2026
- GOLF AT TPC WISCONSIN (formally Cherokee Country Club) 1659 Players Dr. Madison
1:00 p.m. Reservations required – dress codes apply
Contact Rick Kimberley by June 1, 2026
Rick’s email: rak@chorus.net
- PICKLE BALL AFTERNOON AVAILABLE AT TPC WISCONSIN, (formally Cherokee Country Club) 1659 Players Dr. Madison
Reservations required – dress codes apply – charge for court time
For information & reservations, contact Rick Kimberley at rak@chorus.net
- ALL CLASS MEET & GREET
- 5:00 pm -11:00 pm
- 7:00 – 7:15 pm A word from the committee
TPC Wisconsin (formally Cherokee Country Club) 1659 Players Dr. Madison
No Cover – Cash bar
Limit one guest per classmate
Hot & cold food selections
Live music with David Hecht – & – Photo booth fun!
An evening to catch up with friends, share stories & enjoy!
- Saturday July 18, 2026
- Golf outing at Bridges Golf Course – 2702 Shopko Dr., Madison
1:00 pm reservations required
Contact Rick Kimberley by June 1, 2026 Rick’s email: rak@chorus.net
- THE GRANDE FINALE! A 70’S THROW-BACK PARTY!!!
- Bridges Golf Course – 2702 Shopko Dr., Madison
No Cover – Cash bar
Limit one guest per classmate
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm Come dressed in your 1970’s best!!
LETS WRAP THIS REUNION UP RIGHT! Have fun pulling out your bell bottoms, paisley shirts, head bands, peace signs, & those platform shoes!
WE ARE THE CLASS OF ’76, WE KNOW HOW TO THROW THE BEST PARTIES & HAVE A GREAT TIME!
- HOTEL INFORMATION
Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Madison East, 2702 Crossroads Drive, Madison
We have a block of 15 rooms at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Madison East
2702 Crossroads Drive, Madison, WI 53718 608-661-2700
Use the link below to secure your room & rate
The Hotel is offering our group a special group rate:
- Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Madison East/b>
- for 165.00 USD – 175.00 USD per night
- Last Day to Book : Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Book your group rate for Madison East High School-50th Class Reunion
We will continue updating the website with info as needed, keep checking back. If you have any questions you can reach out on the Contact tab of the website.
website: purgolders76.net
PLEASE VISIT THIS LINK TO UPDATE YOUR PROFILE
PLEASE continue helping us with classmate emails. Send emails to:
juliedavid1958@gmail.com>Our effort is to let as many classmate know as possible.
For now, get the dates locked in on your calendar, schedule your flights, pack your bags, & lock in your hotel room! We are looking forward to seeing you!!!
SLEEP NOW — JULY IS COMING !!!!
Class of ’76 ROCKS!
Mike Tolleson – Julie David -Rick Kimberley – Maggie Wiocek
