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Dixie Drive-In High School Reunion

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

A supersized 60s reunion for Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares and Umatilla high school classes of 1961 through 1966 will be held on December 3rd, 2010, at Lake Receptions, Highway 19A, Mount Dora.

The reunion, a dinner/dance, begins at 6 pm with a cash bar and social hour. Each class from each school will have their own tables and a buffet dinner will be served at 7 pm. The menu includes your choice of smothered chicken or bistro beef medallions, green beans and almonds, garlic cheddar mashed potatoes, a traditional salad and dessert. Entertainment will be provided by disc jockey Ronn Redd, Accent Entertainment, Eustis, with a special live performance by members of two of Lake County's own bands, the Nation Rocking Shadows and the Coachmen, joining together to provide live 60s Rock and Roll. Festivities conclude at 11 pm.

The event is $35 per person and reservations should be sent to the Dixie Drive-In Reunion 2010, PO Box 374, Mt. Dora, FL 32757. Make checks payable to Dixie Drive-In Reunion 2010.

Individual classes are planning separate activities for Saturday, December 4th. Class representatives will provide more detailed information.

The Dixie Drive-In was the most popular hangout for high school students from Eustis, Mount Dora, Tavares and Umatilla throughout the 60s. Cruising the Dixie was a rite of passage for area teenagers where they could show off their cars and gather with their friends. The Dixie provided car hops for outside service and there was ample seating inside. The juke box played music of the era non-stop.

The Dixie Drive-In was located at the intersection of Highway 19A and old Highway 441 in Mount Dora. The Dixie was started in 1952 by the Fischer family of Eustis. Fresh limeade and the famous pork tenderloin sandwich were introduced by the Fishers. The Jackson family bought the Dixie in 1957, keeping the original menu and introduced Mr. Jackson's steak burger. Mr. Jackson purchased a walk-in freezer and ground his own steak daily. The Jacksons closed the Dixie in 1971.

Go to http://lakereceptions.com/ for a map and description of the facilities.

For more information contact: cherijackson@hotmail.com

For reservation questions contact Beanie Creamons Rue beanierue@hotmail.com or Sharon Reich Broadway Srbroadway1044@aol.com