(By Michael Chardack ’77) In early March of 2024 a group of ACHS Class of ’77 graduates assembled in Park City, Utah for the 3rd annual ski trip class reunion hosted by alumni Rick Porter. A good time was had by all, despite the respiratory illness (Covid negative) that swept through several of the attendees. The snow was good and the smiles, laughter and camaraderie was in abundance during the 4 day event. Tower 77 and Polaris 74 year books were present at the reunion and were reviewed in depth as each member chimed in on information about our fellow classmates, past and present.
On that note, we all discussed and remembered Yuri Hreshchyshyn and wondered where he was and what he was doing? His recent passing shed light upon his life and accomplishments and answered most of our questions. Our hats are off to Yuri, and we are all proud that a person who came from our High School could have such a positive impact on so many lives.
Although the dates for the 2025 reunion have not been selected as of this email, all who wish to participate are welcome to join.
Viewing from front left: Ned Falk, Atlanta, GA; Tony D’Angelo, Columbus, OH (Eggert Road Alumni), Kevin Patrick Maloney, Miami, FL; Steve Nisberg, New Jersey, NYC suburbs; Peter Gordon, Sandy, UT; John Kim, Stowe, VT; Bruce Kohrn, Amherst, NY; Peter Mercer, Boulder, CO; Mark Hichar, Boston, MA; Rick Porter, Vero Beach, FL and Park City, UT; Michael Chardack, Salt Lake City, UT; Alex K. Local friend of the gathering.
The 92nd All Class Reunion is in two weeks: Thursday, July 28 thru Saturday, July 30! We have a few updates – see below for details or visit the Amherst All Class Reunion website!
Remember to get your tickets and/or RSVP to our free events by Friday, July 15. Ticketing/RSVP links for each event can be found below.
As a reminder:
For up-to-date information on what’s new and what’s next, follow the official Alumni Facebook page:
2022 All Class Reunion Co-Chairs Whitney Manalio Creighton ‘95 & Maria Schenk ‘96, Foundation Co-Presidents Nicole Hannotte Phillips ‘77 & Marilyn Rohl ‘70, & the entire Amherst Central Alumni Foundation Board of Directors
The 90th (+2!) ALL CLASS REUNION is just around the corner! The weekend will be action packed with Amherst Tiger fun. Take a look at the schedule of events below. Please RSVP and get your tickets before July 15!
Prefer to register for the All Class Reunion by mail? Download the Registration Formhere.
Can’t attend? Consider making a donation. Your support directly strengthens, endorses and supports our mission to provide a superior educational and student experience in the Amherst Central School District. (Read all about the grants we have awarded since 2003 here!)
THURSDAY, JULY 28, 2022
Annual Golf Classic at Glen Oak Golf Course 11 Smith Road, East Amherst, NY 14051
Prefer to register for the Golf Classic by mail? Download the Registration Form here.
FRIDAY, JULY 29, 2022
Back-to-School Event at Amherst Central High School! 4301 Main Street, Amherst, NY 14226
1:30pm – 3:00pm Walking Tour of Snyder, NY Meet Snyder historian, Julianna Woite, at the ACHS flag pole at 1:30pm for a walk through history. Compare the Snyder landscape of yesteryear to the present and learn about the people and places that made Snyder what it is today!
TICKETS: SOLD OUT!
3:00pm – 7:00pm Back-to-School Open to the entire Amherst Central Schools community, this family-friendly event will feature tours of the newly renovated high school, Daily Bread & Sweet Melody’s food trucks, music by Dave-N-Cyn of Busted Stuff, activities, and more!
Each ACHS Class can use this time to connect at a venue of choice. For a full list of class reunions in 2022, please visit the Reunions page of the Alumni Foundation website!
SATURDAY, JULY 30, 2022
10:00am – 1:00pm “Best of Buffalo” Double Decker Bus Tour
We will meet at Amherst Central High School and take a 3-hour historic, educational and humorous guided bus tour through downtown Buffalo which will include stops at ACHS Alumni owned Winkler & Samuels and Buffalo Brewing Company.
About the “Best of Buffalo” Tour:
Your guide is Officer O’Connor, an Irish cop from 1860 who brings to life all the hidden stories of the Queen City. Once aboard the bus, we’ll explore:
How Buffalo Got its Name
Plight of the Irish Grain Scoopers
Pirates and Portuguese Fisherman of Buffalo’s Secret Beach Community
How Booze and a Buffalo Dentist Helped Create the Electric Chair
The Triple Hanging at City Hall
The Naval Park and America’s Most Famous Photo
Canalside
Seating is limited. Light snacks & refreshments are included!
TICKETS: SOLD OUT!
6:00pm – 10:00pm An Evening of Celebration: Music, Dinner & Drinks at Resurgence Brewing Company 55 Chicago Street, Buffalo, NY 14204
Meet & mingle with your classmates as we celebrate 92 years of Amherst Central High School in a unique setting – a favorite hometown brewery! The event space at Resurgence allows you to experience their state-of-the-art brewing process up close.
The evening will feature music by Russ Burton Entertainment who will be spinning your favorite classics while you enjoy appetizers, food stations, sweet treats, cocktails & conversation long into the night. Share stories as you view a decade-by-decade slideshow of Amherst High School memories and toast to 92 years of orange & black spirit. Go Tigers!
With all hotels, please mention “Amherst High School All Class Reunion.” If you encounter difficulty with any property regarding making a reservation, please contact Clay Pasternack at 440.655.6180 or claypasternack@gmail.com
Please contact the Alumni Office with any info you have on reunions in 2022 for your class to post here on the alumni reunion page. We can also provide you with a contact list for your class, print mailing labels and help promote on our social media accounts.
When developing your reunion, please consider keeping the Amherst Central Alumni Foundation, Inc. in mind if your class has funds leftover from your reunion or if your class would like to make a donation to our organization. There are a variety of ways your class can do this.
To get your reunion listed, you can contact the Amherst Alumni Office at (716) 362-8259 or alumni@amherstschools.org. We are glad to help out in any way we can.
We are also hosting an All Class Reunion on July 28-30, 2022 (final details will be released soon), maybe your class can use this as an opportunity to reunite.
The ACHS classes of 1995 & 1996 are excited to announce our COMBINED 25th Reunion! Please join us on Friday, November 26, 2021 at 7:00 PM (Thanksgiving weekend) at the Reikart Ballroom at Jazzboline.
For details, tickets, and hotel options, please visit the official Eventbrite page here: https://bit.ly/31PzmQT
Please contact the Amherst Alumni Office with any info you have on reunions for 2020 to post here on TigerTracks and on our alumni reunion page. We can also provide you with a contact list for your class, print mailing labels and help promote on our social media accounts.
When developing your reunion, please consider keeping the Amherst Central Alumni Foundation, Inc. in mind if your class has funds leftover from your reunion or if your class would like to make a donation to our organization. There are a variety of ways your class can do this.
To get your reunion listed, you can contact the Amherst Alumni Office at (716) 362-8259 or alumni@amherstschools.org. We are glad to help out in any way we can. The Alumni Office is located in Room 124 of Amherst Central High School.
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