Webster’s R.L. Thomas High School Class of 1976 has announced plans for their 50th reunion, and the organizing committee could use some help tracking down some of their classmates.
The reunion has been scheduled for the weekend of September 18 to 20, 2026, featuring three days of events including morning and evening activities, informal gatherings, a school tour, and more.
Here are the highlights:
- Friday, September 18:
- The celebration kicks off with an informal gathering of R.L. Thomas and H.W. Schroeder Class of 1976 graduates at 7:30 p.m. at Flaherty’s Three Flags Restaurant, 1200 Bay Rd. (owned by classmate Terry Flaherty).
- Saturday, September 19:
- Continental breakfast at 9:30 a.m. followed by a walk through the halls of Webster Thomas High School (formerly R.L. Thomas), a chance to revisit old memories and see how the school has changed over the last 50 years.
- At 7:30 p.m. that evening, plans are for a potential Fireworks Cruise on the Erie Canal or an informal gathering at the White House at Webster Park. More details to follow.
- Sunday, September 20:
- From 3 to 9 p.m., the formal R.L. Thomas 50th Reunion will occur at the Damascus Shrine Center, 979 Bay Road, Webster. Catered by Charlie’s Restaurant (owned by classmate Jeff Reidel), the picnic will feature classic favorites including hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, salads, and desserts. Soft drinks will be provided, and a cash bar will be available. Music will be provided by classmate Jeff Engbrecht, who will DJ all our favorites from the 1960s and 1970s. The event will also include a photo booth and a full group photo.
The first round of official invitations will be sent out in the next few weeks to everyone the committee has been able to locate to date. But there’s a handful of classmates they don’t know about. If you can provide any contact information for any of the following please email Cathy Miles Slocum at cslocum50@gmail.com:
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(posted 5/7/2026)
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