Can you go back home again?
Staples High School Class of 1977 graduate Russ Gershon tried. Well, at least he visited his mother, and some of his old, ’70s-era stomping grounds.
Burr Farms Elementary School, the Westport Library, S&M Pizza, Remarkable Book Shop, Ye Olde Bridge Grille — all are now demolished, closed, relocated, or otherwise unrecognizable.
Burr Farms Elementary School then …(computer image by Steve Katz)
… and now.
Russ turned those memories into a clever, compelling video. Whether you remember the people (and making junior high jokes about “S&M Pizza”), or have absolutely no idea what Russ is talking about, you’ll love his film.
But the best part is his homage to a place that’s still around (and will be for the next 60 years too, god willing): Gold’s Deli.
Let’s just say, Russ’ takeaway is delicious.
Click here for the video.
