Activities Details
Join us for a fun-filled days on Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the Morton West 50th Reunion!
Pick your preferred activities and reserve your spot for a memorable reunion experience.
October 24, 2025
School Tour, At Home Football Game, Meet Up at Waterworks
Start your Reunion Activities at J. Sterling Morton High School Tour, 2400 Home Ave. Berwyn Il, with a school tour. Meet at the front door where the tour will begin.
At 6:30 a JV Football Game will begin and the Varsity game will follow at 8PM. Morton will be playing against Downers Grove South this evening.
You must register to attend the tour in the High School. The Contact person is Wanda Moy. Please email her with your intention. The school needs a headcount for the event. If you decide to attend the football game you will pay your admission at the door.
Meet Up at Water Works begins at 7pm. There is a $15 per person entrance fee. Please pay for your ticket in the Ticket page. There is a private room we will have available for us to gather this evening with a Karaoke and music during the evening. Food and Beverages are all Freestyle, so you pay for what you want that night.
Yes there is an overlap of activities. so individually you can decide your plan.
Golf and Pickleball
Start your Saturday with a round of golf or engage in a friendly game of pickleball. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, these activities are sure to add excitement to your reunion.
Contact organizer is Dani Proffitt Swade for your reservations. There is a link below to contact Dani.
Saturday Golf
Flagg Creek Golf Course - 9 holes
6939 South Wolf Rd. Countryside, IL
$27 w/o Cart
$37 with Cart
Saturday Pickleball
Indoor: Pickled! 7250 Woodward Avenue, Woodridge
$50 per court/hour
Outdoor: McCollum Park, Main Street, Downers Grove
Cost is FREE, 36 spots available
Space is limited, so register early!
Reservations to Participate in Golf and Pickleball
Make sure to reserve your spot early for Saturday activities by contacting us today. We need to know your attendance so the reunion crew can properly prepare. Limited court space available.
Contact Dani Proffitt Swade Dani.Swade@yahoo.com
Art Room F206
Unleash your creativity with our arts and crafts session for a Saturday activity. In honor of Morton West's Art Room #F206 we are gearing the Meet Up Room at the Delta Marriott for a creative adventure.
From painting to DIY projects, to beading project kits, you can express yourself and create lasting memories alongside your fellow alumni. Some supplies will be free to use from sponsorship donations received. There will be kits available at cost of materials fees also. Alumni Artist Jan Ketza will be available for guidance. Other class artists will be available to explore Art in Room F206. Plans are forming for this activity, so please let us know if you will be getting creative with us.
Watercolor
Beading Projects and Kits will be available to "make and take."
Hammered Aluminum Pendants
BOHO 32 inch necklace or shorter.
Boho bracelet
Wire Crochet Beaded Necklace demonstration. Some kits will be available for experienced with crochet only.
Embroidery Thread and Patch making parts and supplies.
By June there will be pictures of the Art Projects posted to see. It is all freestyle to get creative with.
Tarps, paper towels, cups for water, Brushes, plastic gloves, beading tools, Beading mats, hammer and tools. Aluminum 12 g wire
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN PAINT SHIRT!
Reservations To Participate in Art Room F206
Make sure to reserve your spot for Saturday activities by contacting us today. We need to know your attendance so the reunion crew can properly prepare with supplies.
Click the button below and send a note to Jan Ketza to let her know your interest.
Breakfast and Lunch
Fuel up for the day with a delicious breakfast buffet at the Delta Marriott Restaurant. This notice is to let you know that there is a restaurant on premises. This is a freestyle event which you pay for that day. Buffet open from 7-10am Saturday and Sunday. Pay that day.
Portillo's Hot Dogs for Saturday lunchtime and enjoy a satisfying lunch as you mingle with old friends and classmates. It is close to the hotel for a nostalgic pleasure. Meet up time at the restaurant is from 11:30 to 1pm. Pay for your food there.
No reservations need. You just show up for fun, friends, and food.
October 26th, 2025
Breakfast meet up at the Delta Marriott 7am to 11pm
Freestyle event pay when you get there
Picnic at Morton Arboretum
This is a Family Fun Picnic in which you can bring your family to. Moms and Dads, Brothers, Sisters, Children, Grandchildren are all welcome to join us.
Time 12-5pm
There is an entry fee.
We are working on plans for this final event of our Morton West 50th Reunion
Detail to come, so check back soon.