Event at a Glance
- What it is: The Hamden High Class of 1981 45th Reunion clam bake. Other classes are welcome!
- When: Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Where: Anthony's Ocean View, 450 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT.
- Cost: $75.00 per person, cash bar.
- Theme: "We invite you to join us in stepping back to an era where we shared 'The Best of Times.'"
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The Hamden High Class of 1981 is celebrating its 45th reunion with a clam bake at Anthony's Ocean View in New Haven on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The flyer carries an open invitation in big letters: "other classes are welcome!" So whether you're a Green Dragon from 1981 or a neighboring year, this afternoon by Long Island Sound is a chance to catch up with old friends and share a few good stories.
The Theme
Stepping Back to "The Best of Times"
The reunion committee sums it up beautifully: "We invite you to join us in stepping back to an era where we shared 'The Best of Times.'" It is a warm, nostalgic invitation to remember high school days, the friendships, the songs, and the moments that shaped a generation, all while making new memories together at Anthony's Ocean View.
The Menu
A True New England Clam Bake
The afternoon begins with a cocktail hour featuring stuffed breads and a charcuterie display, followed by an entree station that brings the shore to the table. On the menu, straight from the flyer:
- Clam chowder to warm things up
- Steamed mussels and zuppa di clams, straight from the pot
- Pasta, BBQ chicken, hot dogs, and hamburgers
- And more, with a cash bar available all afternoon
The Flyer
The Official Invitation
From the Reunion
Catching Up at Anthony's Ocean View
Event Details
Hamden High Class of 1981 45th Reunion Clam Bake
Other classes are welcome!
Saturday, September 19, 2026
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Anthony's Ocean View
450 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT
$75.00 per person
Cash bar
Tickets & Payment
How to Get Your Tickets
Per the flyer, the ticket deadline was September 2, 2026, and the cost is $75.00 per person with a cash bar. If it is your reunion and you have questions about tickets, payment, or anything at all, the contact below is the one to reach.
Laura Sandillo
(407) 415-3862
lsandillo81@gmail.com
September 2, 2026
Payment Options
The flyer lists three easy ways to pay for your spot at the clam bake:
- Cash App: $LauraSandillo
- Venmo: @Laura-Sandillo
- By check: Payable to HHS Class of 1981, c/o Laura Sandillo, 130 Centerbrook Rd, Hamden, CT 06518
Reunions have a way of reminding us how much a community means. If you are thinking about putting down roots in the New Haven area, let's find you a place to call home. Say hello whenever you're ready.
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Robert Clarke brings a warm, community-first perspective to real estate across New Haven and Connecticut. He is the creator of Living in New Haven, a resource dedicated to the neighborhoods, events, and character of the area. Contact Robert at (203) 936-9004 or visit his contact page.
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