GATEWAY RESIDENT APPRECIATION

Gateway Manager, William and Office Assistant, Britney along with park personnel, Rob & Chris, are to be commended for the February 28^th Resident Appreciation Event, Murder High Reunion. Over 70 residents joined in a playful noontime luncheon and were entertained by a select group of cast members acting out this Murder High (what a name) 1985 Class Reunion WhoDoneIt Mystery.

Following an introduction and welcome by former class president, now senator and candidate for President, Nick Nixon (Peter S.) our group of cast characters mingled and set the scene for what was to follow. A former class-mate who had succeeded as a rich movie mogul and supporter of Nixon gave a brief, somewhat threatening speech; the stage curtains closed and following a loud thud were opened to reveal, Director Steve Speilson (Park Manager William), dead on the floor. There was brief round of applause and laughter then the announcement by former class Hall Pass Monitor, Terri Johnson (Beverly O.) that an investigation would be conducted, everyone was a suspect and no one could leave.

There was a lunch of a variety of Publix sandwiches, macaroni salad, meatballs, potato chips, punch and cookies during which additional interaction added to suspect motives.

Terri Johnson (Beverly O.) provided the evidence found at the murder scene, which everyone was invited to view. The evidence added to the already long list of suspects.

While reunion attendant ballots were tabulated as to WhoDoneIt, along with votes for Best Costume, Best Character Portrayal and who had acquired the most bribe or extortion money, everyone was encouraged to take advantage of the Class of 1985 Reunion Photo Corner.

Prizes in the form of $25 Gift Cards were awarded as follows:

Voted Best Costume was Nancy Nixon - Class Vice President (Kathy S.)

Voted Best Character Portrayal was Bailey Babble – The Class Gossip (Michelle J.)

And the most Bribed and/or Extorted Money was held by B.A. Barricade – The Punk (Walt F.)

There were seven people who correctly identified the Murderer and all received certificates for their skill. Gail N. was randomly drawn from the group and received the Gift Card.

The Murderer was revealed to be Molly Ringworm – The Drama Queen (Bonnie N., President of the GHOA)