2007 Reunion Schedule of Events and Program
Wednesday, October 10, and Thursday, October 11, 2007
Otesaga Hotel, Cooperstown, New York
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 10:
1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. Reunion Registration, Otesaga Hotel Lobby
Pick up registration packet in hotel lobby and hotel check in.
4:00 P.M. Welcome Reception, Empire State Carousel, Farmers’ Museum
Get some refreshments;
Meet and greet old and new Potter Club friends; and
Browse the Carousel facility
5:00 P.M. Presentation: The Empire State Carousel Gerald Holzman, 1954
5:30 P.M. Ride the Carousel
6:00 to 7:00 P.M. Return to Hotel and prepare for dinner
(Jackets required for gentlemen, and proper attire for women.)
7:00 P.M. Dinner, Otesaga Hotel, Fenimore Room
■ Welcome: Fred Culbert, President, 1965, Host
■ Invocation: James Finnen, President, 1954
■ Dinner - Menu choices follow. Choose from the list below.
Appetizers: Vine Ripened Melons, Prosciutto and Balsamic Reduction
Iced Shrimp and Crab “Louis” Lemon and Horseradish Tomato Coulis
Salads: Otesaga House Salad, Cucumbers, Tomatoes and Carrots, Creamy Herb Vinaigrette
Greek Salad with Crumbled Feta Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Calamata Olives
Entrees: Slow Roasted Prime Rib of Beef, Yorkshire Pudding, Horseradish Cream and Au Jus
Pan Roasted Chicken “Coq Au Vin” Button Mushrooms, Bacon, Pearl Onions & Herbs, Red Wine Reduction
Herb Braised Atlantic Salmon Garniture of Citrus and Flat Leaf Herbs, Dill Beurre Blanc
Pasta Primavera Fresh Vegetables Tossed in Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Roasted Roma Tomatoes, Pesto Bruschetta
Desserts: N.Y. Style Cheesecake Dome with Glazed Berries
Chocolate Decadence with Crème Chantilly
Reconvene in the Main Ball Room immediately after dinner
8:45 P.M. Business Meeting and Social Main Ball Room
■ Pledge of Allegiance Fred Culbert, 1965
■ Introductions and Announcements: Fred Culbert, 1965
■ Potter Room Refurbishing Project Update Paul Ward, President, 1953
■ Reunion - 2008 and Beyond: Jack Higham, 1957
Ron Graves, President, 1958
■ Singing of Potter Club Song: Led by Milan Krchniak, 1953
■ Social Hour
Refreshments, reminiscing, and reprise of the Potter Club Drinking Song, under the able direction of Gerry Holzman. (See your song sheet if you forgot the words.)
THURSDAY, Oct 11:
7:00 A.M. Breakfast, Otesaga Hotel Dining Room (served until 9:30 A.M.) ($15 per for walk-ins)
9:00 A.M. Individualized tours of Cooperstown area attractions. Brochures in your registration packet; list on back of sheet, and sign up lists at Business Meeting for small groups.
12:00 P.M. Lunch on your own, Otesaga or your preference of dining establishments. See list.