Westerly High School - Westlyan Yearbook (Westerly, RI)

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Geisha girl Mary Nancy Toscano expresses her grave disappointment in not finding the Samurai warrior of her Nirvana during the Halloween Dance. Bumblebees, cheerleader impersonators, apes, pirates, and grapes gathered to haunt the cafeteria of WHS on Saturday, October 24. Gaining entrance through darkened tunnels, seniors were greeted by Freddie Kruger (Vin Levcowich) and the Grim Reaper (Rob Dickens). Those who were lucky enough to escape their piercing grasps were plunged into a graveyard where they mourned the deaths of Mrs. Brancato, who was trampled by her horses, and Mr. Leach, who choked on his whistle. The cafeteria was also in disguise. Cobwebs masked the windows while orange and black balloons and streamers hung from the ceiling. Traditional Halloween fare included homemade cupcakes, cook- ies, and candied apples. Grandpa and Grandma (George Cuci-trone and Nicole Innocenti) rocked the night away while Dracula and his mate (Pat Doherty and Margaret Smith) swayed to the slow songs. Music for the event was provided by D.J. and Company. The evening culminated with the presentation of awards. Most original were the grapes, Chrissy Restelli and Jennifer Vitterito and best couple was Amy De-Fosses and Alex Forbes, Pinocchio and Gepetto. The scariest was Rob Dickens as the Grim Reaper and the best group was the Killer Bees; Diana Dolce, Kristen Balleli, and Kelly Russel. Joe Man-fredi, voted “best cheerleader”, was the epitome of every guy’s dream. Freddie Kruger (alias Vin Levcowich) protects Jean Serra, Karen Morrone, and Lisa Pagliuso from the evils lurking in the hallways. Hippy Kevin Hooper makes the catch of the night winning both “best cheerleader” Joe Manfredi and Mat Nardone. Half of the six-pack, Colleen Wright, Susan Capalbo, and Karen Liguori, aren’t afraid to show what their favorite refreshment is. 29

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r«M f • • • • •M M Julie Capalbo and Jil Silvestri, both seeking to satisfy their eternal craving for sweets, make their way to the copious supply at the refreshment table. Tom Tenuta, with a silly grin, attempts to create the illusion of an addition to his costume. BREAKING into the HALLOWEEN SPIRIT Girl Scout Christine West listens intently, as a Junior should, while Senior Tricia Gagnon blossoms forth colorful words of wisdom. Jennifer Vitterito and Cnrissy Restelli, voted most original costumes, look fresh from the vine as they take a break from jiggling their grapes on the dance floor.

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■■■■■■■■■■ BREAKING TRADITIONS with the SENIOR CLAMBAKE Breaking traditions you ask? Doesn’t every senior class have a clambake? The answer is yes, but now ask yourself- how many of those have actually been successful? This year the senior class showed considerable improvement in the attendance of the clambake over previous years. At first the ticket sales during lunch shifts reflected the enthusiasm of the Sophomore Beach Party- minimum. Yet the last day of ticket sales produced an influx of interested buyers consisting of over one fourth of the senior class. It was the revival of the Senior Clambake tradition. A breezy autumn Saturday set the stage for good times and good food. Seniors took advantage of the facilities at Seaside Beach Club by expending their energies at volleyball and touch tackle football. Karen Morrone and Denise Shank were the only two daring enough (or crazy enough) to “take the plunge” into the chilly ocean waters. Yet the “all-you-can-eat” lobster dinner, from clam chowder to watermelon, warmed every one up. The activities after dinner wound down as students began to feel the effects of their meal- complete fullness. Some took part in an unorganized but fun seed-spitting contest. Others strolled along the beautiful moonlit beach reminiscing about their recent summer adventures. Still others talked about their future plans and expectations over a cup of hot chocolate. All in all, the rejuvenated Senior Clambake was a complete success, including something for everyone, and great memories for all. Is it a worm or a steamer? Kevin Hooper will soon find out. The vicious tackle football game has certainly not enhanced the appearance of these seniors. Karen Morrone and Denise Shank, prospective members of the Polar Bear Club, take advantage of a final opportunity to frolic in the chilly surf. Is Katrina Clemens contemplating the threat of global thermonuclear disaster or reflecting on last night’s date? 30