Question from the Mailbag: What is the dress attire

                      NATIVITY BVM CLASS OF 1968 50th Anniversary Reunion

                                                   SEPTEMBER 15, 2018 

                                        QUESTIONS FROM THE MAILBAG

One classmate from eastern Pennsylvania sent an inquiry as to the "dress code" for the reunion.

First of all, let me dispel the rumor going around that all the women must wear their 

school uniform.  However, if one wants to wear the school uniform, then go right ahead and get your ironing board out.  Just make sure that the hem touches the floor if you kneel down! 😏

I realize that many of you may be traveling back to Schuylkill County for the first time in decades and will be impressed by the laid back, grunge attire visible in downtown  Pottsville.  Dirty caps are generally a must for men of all ages and if the temperature goes above 70 degrees, shirt come off the men and the manboobs come out, while the women always squeeze into tank tops and gym shorts two sizes too small and hair is to resemble a bird's nest. 

 If the temperature is below 70 degrees pajamas are quite popular; ditto as to wearing one's underwear three inches above the waistline. Driving around you will see a vast array of flip flops, cargo shorts, baggy velour sweatpants, jazzercize outfits, flannel shirts, etc.  Hobo chic is the correct term used to describe 21st century fashion in this neck of the woods and our citizenry takes pride.     

😁All kidding aside, the Schuylkill Country Club has a Dress Code posted on its website which takes aim at the beloved hobo chic:

No caps, visors or headbands on men in the grille room, dining room, or living room. 

Jeans will not be permitted in the living room or dining room at any time. Bathing suits, gym shorts, 

"cut-offs" and jogging outfits are prohibited in the clubhouse at any time.

So the reunion is not a black-tie, long gown affair...so don't feel obligated to dust off your old House of Palko tux or Juliette prom gown that you never returned, but do take a healthy dose of pride in how terrific you can look at a party to celebrate this milestone occasion without going overboard.
                               I think the dress code is easy enough to follow.
                                  Its a party and not a funeral so be festive.  🎉 🎈🎊  
                                           Dress Sharp...Be Sharp....Be There                                    

To be on the safe side you can mimic Frank Betz who attended one reunion changing outfits hourly.👌

Lastly, reunion returns are coming in at a steady pace as well as some extra gift money.

           We already have a winner for the earliest reservation. Who will it be????