The day before the celebration, Seth and Joy were surprised by the arrival of Paige, which had been kept a secret. Her arrival was one of the highlights of the weekend.

Friends Della and Ira Gilman and Audrey Kibrick

Jim and Carolyn Lacoss (seated) and Claudia and Bernie Mericle (standing) were neighbors of Seth and Joy when they first bought a home in Scotia. NY. They have been friends since then.

Dr. Chul Hwang sang a traditional Korean song in honor of the occasion.

Seth and Joy entertained everyone with a speech telling the story of the first 50 years of their marriage. Everyone in the room was recognized. Joy was in the audience pointing out the people as Seth talked about them.

Joy's brother Jules (seated) and sister-in-law Beverly (behind Seth) enjoying the festivities.

Linda and Gordon Zuckerman

Seth's brothers Jack and Stewart and their 3 families

Mark (Marc and Claire's son) came from San Francisco to celebrate and meet more members of his extended family.