West Catholic High School - West Yearbook (Grand Rapids, MI)

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The Here's My Heart Court: Joan Arsulowicz, Fred Rataiczak, Adele Wittkoski, Don Juan Ken Saukas, Lindo VanGessel, Jim Zlydclszyk, Karen Debri, Jim Milanowski, Sue Sobel, Dan Haviland, Sweetheart Linda Wysocki, Ken Campbell, Grace Mulder, Bob Burch, Morie Tomosik, Dave Zeider. The Chaparalls set the pace for an Couples search for their personalized keys and hearts. evening of lively entertainment. 46

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The ribbons and wrappings of the cafetorium were torn away on December 27 and 28 to expose a Christmas setting of the late l800's. Although the iunior and senior parties were held on separate days, An Old Christmas Fantasy still prevailed. One corner was reserved for a quaint fireplace setting. A grandfather clock approaching midnight and an old- fashioned tree, complete with handmade ornaments, added to the festive decor. An antique sleigh was also on hand to provide the guests with imaginary sleigh rides. An original version of A Christmas Carol and the music of The Child Buyers enlivened the iuniors party. The Fugitives and traditional Christmas carols added to the senior program. Punch, popcorn, and various con- fections were served as refreshments to any of the hungry party-goers. The dual efforts of many upperclassmen brought about two very successful and enioyable parties. Modern teenagers enioy an old-fashioned Christmas. perclassmen share In An Old Christmas Fantasy A cozy fireplace scene lends a warm atmosphere to the parties.

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climax of the evening was the crowning of Linda Wysocki Ken Saukas as Sweetheart and Don Juan. Formal dances g highlight second semester If you peeked through the keyhole of the cate- torium on the evening ot February 4, you saw a magnificent array of cupids, keys and hearts that enhanced the annual Here's My Heart dance. The keyhole of a gigantic heart formed the en- trance through which elegantly dressed couples passed. Couples swirled to the music of the Chaparalls and enioyed an assortment of refreshments. As the climax of the evening ap- proached, the music quieted and Linda Wysocki and Ken Saukas were crowned Sweetheart and Don Juan of the class of '67. A south Pacific breeze whispered through a grass hut and tropical palm trees to set the mood for Bali Hai, the iunior-senior prom which was held on April 22 at Aquinas Wege Center. King, Richard Margelis, and his queen, Judy Phillips, reigned over the festivities. The memories will be cherished forever by the upperclassmen. The Prom Court: Fred Bialk, Irene Godlewski, Doug Hendershot, Kathy Hanks, John Duba, Janet Piechocki, King Richard Margelis, Queen Judy Phillips, James Taber, Sue Curtis, Chris Fochtman, Virginia Siegel, James Burns, Linda Szczepanek, Tom Hardy, Marge Kumko.