Reunions: June 21, 2016
n St. Albans High School Class of 1966: Friday through Sunday. Schedule is: Friday, 6-10 p.m., St. Albans High School Commons Area. Casual dress, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks; Saturday, Nitro Moose...
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