Weldon E Howitt High School - Hi Life Yearbook (Farmingdale, NY)

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THGRGS no PLhCG LIKG homg HELPING AROUND THE HOUSE WAS AN OBLIGATION OF MOST STUDENTS. Home wasn’t a hotel where there were maids and room service. One had to partake in some of the chores if they wanted to live in something other that a pigsty. I've been washing dishes since I can remember, so by now it’s more like habit than a chore, commented Jen nifer Jacoby, senior. Washing dishes was only one minor chore at home, as taking out the garbage was another. Feeding the dog or cat, cooking din- ner, cleaning the house, even washing the car were a few more. These all had to be done in order to run a household. Students were drawn out of laziness and taught how to manage. SPENDING TIME AT HOME COULD BE FUN AND RELAXING IF YOU WERE DOING SOMETHING YOU EN- JOYED. In his spare time, David Kramer, senior, could often be found practicing his guitar. I play mostly for fun and something to do. It keeps me from getting too bored and it's a good break from homework, explained Dave. STUDENT LIFE 26 HOME

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A SLY DOLLY (SOPHIA KOSTEAS) FAM CIE8 MR. VANDERGELDER (MAURY KE8TENBAUM) FOR HERSELF. She’ll use whatever tactics she can to make her way into his heart. Playing Around Writers have often claimed that they are slaves to their profession; as have artists, business executives and doctors. But when a closer look was taken as the actors, crew and or- chestra prepared for December ninth and the opening of Hello Dolly, slavery took a whole new meaning. Even with the ever-popular Hello Dolly as this year's fall musical, suc- cess certainly wasn't guaranteed. Tryouts were carefully conducted as a pit was chosen and a crew volunteered. Even so, good people don’t necessarily lead to a good show. Endless hours were given by all and as Ken Cilric said, I own you for the next three months. Few peo- ple understood just how much time was given by those involved. Chorus members, the pit band, crew and leads were all equally important. Maureen Guntner, junior, felt, You really have to be dedicated to the show because you have to put in so much time, everyday and week- ends. But there were the rewards! The hard work paid off when you heard the audience, explained senior, Grace Delligatti. It took a combination of factors to make a successful show but the time in S tandine ova- tions ana lots of flowers in- dicated the suc- cess of all in- volved. volved really made the difference. Another difference always evident in Playcrafter productions was their professional use of scenery. In the very first scene the audience was aroused by the horse drawn car- riage as Dolly came to town. Act one also introduced the elaborate feed store, specially lit room and ended with the large train and a lot of con- fetti. Act two was equally exciting with the unusual restaurant and stair- case. Although the scenery looked good and was impressive it caused many problems. Throughout the pro- ductions and rehearsals, sets were constantly breaking. Allan Kauf- mann, junior, believed, “The reason for the bad sets was because the crew was less experienced than usual. These backstage problems most often weren’t noticed by the au- dience and the show went on. Along with their usual four perfor- mances this year, the Playcrafters also hosted an acting convention. Schools from around Long Island came and performed for each other. It was really fun to see other schools do their shows and compare them to ours, said senior Kathy McGuckin. Throughout the various performances things however did not always go smoothly. Closing night and the show at the convention, while not perfect, were not too bad and the general reaction to Hello Dol- ly was favorable. Standing ovations and lots of flowers indicated the suc- cess of all involved. —Heidi Hokenson STUDENT LIFE PLAY

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SKIING, SLEIGH RIDING AND ICE SKATING WERE FUN THINGS THAT COULD BE DONE WHEN WINTER CAME. Snow shoveling also had to be done, but just how fun it was was all a matter of opinion. Some lov- ed the snow and cold air and didn’t mind the work, but others found it too much to handle. I love the winter but I could do without the shoveling,” commented freshman Paul De Generro. VERY OFTEN ONE COULD FIND HIM HERSELF WITH FREE TIME, EXTRA MONEY AND A RIDE TO THE MALL. Providing that the right stores were open and just the right clothes shoes, etc. were found, one usually ended up shopping. Shopping became a natural and frequent part of everyone's home lives. It didn’t matter if something was really needed or not — buying and spending was a challenge most readily ac- cepted. When I had the money, there was always something at the mall I need- ed or just wanted, com- mented senior Nancy Abra- ham. Very often, useless and impractical items were bought simply because they were on sale. But there were also the practical shoppers who brought only what was needed, at the right time. Where to shop was a pro- blem easily solved. Malls were most popular to shop at and between the Sunrise. Walt Whitman, Smithhaven and Nassau, Roosevelt Field and more, there was always one nearby and buses often made it easy to get there. Malls offered a variety of stores all under one roof and if one looked long enough, one could usually find everything he needed at the same mall. Christmastime and the holidays brought big crowds and frustration for shoppers but things had to be bought and the crowds and inconveniences had to be endured. Everyone loved to shop, especially when money was available. And when it wasn’t, window shopping was still the next best thing. STUDENT LIFE HOME 27