What happened at "Northside" this week?
2020
23rd August 2020
Covid safe plan uploaded to Home page, dancing will re-commence on the 4th February 2021.
Covid safe plan uploaded to Home page, dancing will re-commence on the 4th February 2021.
16th March 2020
Dancing suspended due to Covid 19 - our date to return to dancing is unknown.
Dancing suspended due to Covid 19 - our date to return to dancing is unknown.
12th March 2020
Well, it had to happen eventually, the lousy rainy weather got to everyone. To be fair, there were a few medical issues this week as well. We had 10 dancers through the door.
Not enough for Plus but we did dance 1 square for Mainstream.
Great to have John and Liz with us for the first time this year. John also won the Chocolate.
The Joker draw was held over, no winner and no increrase for next week, it stands at $75.
I did a few request songs and we did finish early.
All those who danced tonight have been offered a free night next time they come.
Well, it had to happen eventually, the lousy rainy weather got to everyone. To be fair, there were a few medical issues this week as well. We had 10 dancers through the door.
Not enough for Plus but we did dance 1 square for Mainstream.
Great to have John and Liz with us for the first time this year. John also won the Chocolate.
The Joker draw was held over, no winner and no increrase for next week, it stands at $75.
I did a few request songs and we did finish early.
All those who danced tonight have been offered a free night next time they come.
5th March 2020
Fabulous dance night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, 27 dancers through the door. Great to see Heather & Barry for the first time this year and they brought Judy & Theresa from Gumdale with them. Did quite a few requests and some new songs. The heat was a little down, so enthusuasm was way up. Elsa missed picking the Joker and Mayet won the Chocolate. We talked about the panic of the Covid-19 virus and decided that we would not contribute, we danced as usual, with all the usual greetings.
Fabulous dance night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, 27 dancers through the door. Great to see Heather & Barry for the first time this year and they brought Judy & Theresa from Gumdale with them. Did quite a few requests and some new songs. The heat was a little down, so enthusuasm was way up. Elsa missed picking the Joker and Mayet won the Chocolate. We talked about the panic of the Covid-19 virus and decided that we would not contribute, we danced as usual, with all the usual greetings.
4th March 2020
Margaret has been laid to rest at a really nice service. I estimate 150-160 (maybe more) attendees.
There was a fair representation of Square Dancers & Callers and a very large Family.
From memory, Margaret had 5 Kids, she had 12 Grand Children and 15 Great Grand Children, with 2 more to born before years end.
RIP my good friend (& Surrogate Mum)
Margaret Baines 19-11-38 until 26-2-2020.
Margaret has been laid to rest at a really nice service. I estimate 150-160 (maybe more) attendees.
There was a fair representation of Square Dancers & Callers and a very large Family.
From memory, Margaret had 5 Kids, she had 12 Grand Children and 15 Great Grand Children, with 2 more to born before years end.
RIP my good friend (& Surrogate Mum)
Margaret Baines 19-11-38 until 26-2-2020.
27th February 2020
Another good night. Everyone had Margaret in their thoughts, but we all know that she would have wanted the dancing to continue. Afternoon storms ensured that it was still hot & muggy. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream - 26 dancers through the door. Thanks Faith, for taking the door at short notice. Also great to have Nev & Noela from The Redlands visiting with us last night. Also good to see Rod & Margaret on the dance floor. Barry missed picking the Joker and Shirley won the chocolates again.
Another good night. Everyone had Margaret in their thoughts, but we all know that she would have wanted the dancing to continue. Afternoon storms ensured that it was still hot & muggy. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream - 26 dancers through the door. Thanks Faith, for taking the door at short notice. Also great to have Nev & Noela from The Redlands visiting with us last night. Also good to see Rod & Margaret on the dance floor. Barry missed picking the Joker and Shirley won the chocolates again.
26th February 2020
Our good friend Margaret Baines passed away this afternoon. She will be very much missed by dancers and callers everywhere. I will really miss my travelling companion, we went to lots of dances together over the years.
Her funeral is 2pm, Wednesday the 4th March at Albany Creek.
Our good friend Margaret Baines passed away this afternoon. She will be very much missed by dancers and callers everywhere. I will really miss my travelling companion, we went to lots of dances together over the years.
Her funeral is 2pm, Wednesday the 4th March at Albany Creek.
20th February 2020
Another really hot night, thanks to all the dancers who made the effort to come out. I know the air con at home is very tempting. 23 dancers in the hall. Great to have Mike back on the door.
I tried out quite a few new Singing Calls and a couple of new Hoedowns.
Played with LH Spin Chain Thru quite a bit, dancers had fun.
Desiree missed out on picking the joker, it jackpots to $65 next week. Barry won the Kit-Kat.
We did finish a little early due to the heat. But at least it was dry - no storms and lashing rain.
Another really hot night, thanks to all the dancers who made the effort to come out. I know the air con at home is very tempting. 23 dancers in the hall. Great to have Mike back on the door.
I tried out quite a few new Singing Calls and a couple of new Hoedowns.
Played with LH Spin Chain Thru quite a bit, dancers had fun.
Desiree missed out on picking the joker, it jackpots to $65 next week. Barry won the Kit-Kat.
We did finish a little early due to the heat. But at least it was dry - no storms and lashing rain.
13th February 2020
Well, it still hasn't stopped raining, but we went ahead any way. Only 18 dancers, but it was a good night.
Still hot & humid. Many of our dancers are away on various Cruises and a couple sick after having been on a cruise, as well as other medical issues. Great to get the first night under our belts.
Plenty of us dressed in red for Valentines day. All Hoedowns and Singing Calls were "Love" related.
Susan Young missed picking the Joker and Shirley won the chocolate.
It's been the strangest start to a SD year ever, first time I've ever had to postpone the first night back.
Well, it still hasn't stopped raining, but we went ahead any way. Only 18 dancers, but it was a good night.
Still hot & humid. Many of our dancers are away on various Cruises and a couple sick after having been on a cruise, as well as other medical issues. Great to get the first night under our belts.
Plenty of us dressed in red for Valentines day. All Hoedowns and Singing Calls were "Love" related.
Susan Young missed picking the Joker and Shirley won the chocolate.
It's been the strangest start to a SD year ever, first time I've ever had to postpone the first night back.
6th February 2020
It was a washout - The heavens opened and did not stop. By mid afternoon I decided that I didn't want anybody attemping to drive to the dance. I rang everybody on the list to cancel the night. Most felt that it was the best option and were quite relieved. Our hall manger even waived the rent last night, he didn't have to with such short notice. So let's all reset and attempt it again next week. Thank you for your understanding.
It was a washout - The heavens opened and did not stop. By mid afternoon I decided that I didn't want anybody attemping to drive to the dance. I rang everybody on the list to cancel the night. Most felt that it was the best option and were quite relieved. Our hall manger even waived the rent last night, he didn't have to with such short notice. So let's all reset and attempt it again next week. Thank you for your understanding.
9th January 2020
Only 4 weeks to go until the new dance year starts, check HERE for some special dates this coming year.
Only 4 weeks to go until the new dance year starts, check HERE for some special dates this coming year.
2019
5th December 2019
What a way to end 2019. It was hot as Hades but a really enjoyable night. 52 dancers in the hall. Visitors from all over Brisbane - Gumdale, Allemanders, Bribie, EZ squares. The maximum we had on the floor was 4 squares. I think that was mostly due to the heat and it does get a little squeasy in our hall. Great to have Yvonne & Phil back with us. Non dancing visitors Carole Brown, and Lorna Warburton, haven't seen them in a hall for a while. Good to hear Jim has had some good medical news. Callers Galore - Elaine Davis , David Pearce, Margaret Baines and Me too. We dedicated the night to our good friend Graham Lawson who passed yesterday. I know Graham would have wanted us to enjoy the night. Jim & Faith both missed out on picking the Joker, it will start at $55 in the New Year. Sharyn won the chocolate. I lost track of how many, and who won the multitude of raffle prizes. As it was a free night, everybody supported the raffle very well. Profits from the night will be donated to the Salvos Christmas appeal. The dancers got together and organised a card (signed by all) and a very significant cash gift, very generous of you all.
And finally, 2019 has been a very successful year for our club. Thank you to all the Dancers & Visitors who have consistently come along during the year. The "More" has certainly made "The Merrier" this year.
So glad you are enjoying what I'm able to present on stage and really glad you obviously all enjoy each others company each week. See pics HERE
What a way to end 2019. It was hot as Hades but a really enjoyable night. 52 dancers in the hall. Visitors from all over Brisbane - Gumdale, Allemanders, Bribie, EZ squares. The maximum we had on the floor was 4 squares. I think that was mostly due to the heat and it does get a little squeasy in our hall. Great to have Yvonne & Phil back with us. Non dancing visitors Carole Brown, and Lorna Warburton, haven't seen them in a hall for a while. Good to hear Jim has had some good medical news. Callers Galore - Elaine Davis , David Pearce, Margaret Baines and Me too. We dedicated the night to our good friend Graham Lawson who passed yesterday. I know Graham would have wanted us to enjoy the night. Jim & Faith both missed out on picking the Joker, it will start at $55 in the New Year. Sharyn won the chocolate. I lost track of how many, and who won the multitude of raffle prizes. As it was a free night, everybody supported the raffle very well. Profits from the night will be donated to the Salvos Christmas appeal. The dancers got together and organised a card (signed by all) and a very significant cash gift, very generous of you all.
And finally, 2019 has been a very successful year for our club. Thank you to all the Dancers & Visitors who have consistently come along during the year. The "More" has certainly made "The Merrier" this year.
So glad you are enjoying what I'm able to present on stage and really glad you obviously all enjoy each others company each week. See pics HERE
4th December 2019
Graham Lawson lost his battle with cancer. No more pain or worries mate!!
Graham Lawson lost his battle with cancer. No more pain or worries mate!!
28th November 2019
Yes, it's nearly Summer, quite a warm one last night. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream.
There were 26 dancers in the hall. Did quite a number of Requests - and some of the Random picks were fairly old and I hadn't done them in a while. Viv missed picking the Joker, it jackpots to $50 for next week.
Carole Ball won the Kit Kat block. All the club members are looking forward to our big Christmas Party/ Break Up next week. Everyone is welcome - Christmas dress, please bring a plate and there is our usual big raffle.
Yes, it's nearly Summer, quite a warm one last night. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream.
There were 26 dancers in the hall. Did quite a number of Requests - and some of the Random picks were fairly old and I hadn't done them in a while. Viv missed picking the Joker, it jackpots to $50 for next week.
Carole Ball won the Kit Kat block. All the club members are looking forward to our big Christmas Party/ Break Up next week. Everyone is welcome - Christmas dress, please bring a plate and there is our usual big raffle.
21st November 2019
Oh what a Night!!! (great name for a song). 3 squares for Plus and mostly 4 for Mainstream. 39 dancers in the hall for a fabulous fun night of dancing. Our numbers were boosted by an impromptu mass visit from Gumdale Grandsliders & Allan's Allemanders - great to have them all with us. Many said they'll likely to come to our Christmas dance. Elsa missed out on picking the Joker and Di won the Kit Kat block.
Did quite a few requests and random pick songs. The hall was buzzing the entire night, so much so, that people were still chatting 15 minutes after we finished. 2 weeks until our 2019 Finale and Christmas dance. Wear your favourite Christmas outfit and please bring a Plate. There will be a raffle.
Oh what a Night!!! (great name for a song). 3 squares for Plus and mostly 4 for Mainstream. 39 dancers in the hall for a fabulous fun night of dancing. Our numbers were boosted by an impromptu mass visit from Gumdale Grandsliders & Allan's Allemanders - great to have them all with us. Many said they'll likely to come to our Christmas dance. Elsa missed out on picking the Joker and Di won the Kit Kat block.
Did quite a few requests and random pick songs. The hall was buzzing the entire night, so much so, that people were still chatting 15 minutes after we finished. 2 weeks until our 2019 Finale and Christmas dance. Wear your favourite Christmas outfit and please bring a Plate. There will be a raffle.
15th November 2019
Had a wonderful night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. There were 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick parade. Lawrie missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.Did quite a few requested Singing Calls. It is lovely to the dancers singing along to many of the songs. Only 3 more nights of dancing this year. Our Christmas breakup is the 5th December, all are welcome. Please bring a plate. To finish this week, one of our long time dancers is having dire health concerns.
I know you all join me is sending Graham our best wishes.
Had a wonderful night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. There were 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick parade. Lawrie missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.Did quite a few requested Singing Calls. It is lovely to the dancers singing along to many of the songs. Only 3 more nights of dancing this year. Our Christmas breakup is the 5th December, all are welcome. Please bring a plate. To finish this week, one of our long time dancers is having dire health concerns.
I know you all join me is sending Graham our best wishes.
7th November 2019
While hot, it was a fabulous night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick or injured list, we hope they are doing well and will be back soon. Many thanks for the birthday wishes - Arthur was with us last night, we share a birthday. Thanks to Margaret for gathering everybody for a rendition of the traditional "Happy Birthday" song. I did my 2 newly released songs as well as a few requests, other new tunes and random selections. Arthur missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $35 next week. Viv won the chocolate. Many Northsiders will be attending the Society Christmas party on Saturday.
While hot, it was a fabulous night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick or injured list, we hope they are doing well and will be back soon. Many thanks for the birthday wishes - Arthur was with us last night, we share a birthday. Thanks to Margaret for gathering everybody for a rendition of the traditional "Happy Birthday" song. I did my 2 newly released songs as well as a few requests, other new tunes and random selections. Arthur missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $35 next week. Viv won the chocolate. Many Northsiders will be attending the Society Christmas party on Saturday.
31st October 2019
Some nights just click and this was one of them. 3 squares early for Plus and 3 squares mostly for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. As it was actually Halloween, I did mostly themed Singing Calls & Hoedowns.
The exception was my 2 new Singing Calls that I'm getting ready to record for release and the last bracket was 3 requested Singing Calls. Apologies from a number of dancers, there is an extensive sick parade, they all seem to be on the mend though. Goody missed out on picking the Joker and Joan won the chocolate.
Next weekend is the Society Christmas party, get out the Christmas outfits, dust off the tinsel.
Some nights just click and this was one of them. 3 squares early for Plus and 3 squares mostly for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. As it was actually Halloween, I did mostly themed Singing Calls & Hoedowns.
The exception was my 2 new Singing Calls that I'm getting ready to record for release and the last bracket was 3 requested Singing Calls. Apologies from a number of dancers, there is an extensive sick parade, they all seem to be on the mend though. Goody missed out on picking the Joker and Joan won the chocolate.
Next weekend is the Society Christmas party, get out the Christmas outfits, dust off the tinsel.
24th October 2019
As expected, numbers were a little down last night, but not a lot. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. There were 24 dancers in the hall, but we only danced 3 squares the once.
Dancers are preparing for the Shindig this weekend.
I did a couple of new songs which I'll be recording vocals for - Denim or Lace (Marty Rhone) & It doesn't matter Anymore (Buddy Holly).
Martin came along last night, just out of hospital after his recent heart issues, not dancing though.
Some other illness news, we now have Phil (Yvonne) in hospital with heart issues.
Great to have Helen from Toowomba and Diane from Maryborough with us for the evening.
Helen missed out picking the Joker and John (Liz) won the chocolate.
Bill finally got his chocolate from a couple of weeks ago.
Finished the night with a couple of Singing Call requests.
As expected, numbers were a little down last night, but not a lot. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. There were 24 dancers in the hall, but we only danced 3 squares the once.
Dancers are preparing for the Shindig this weekend.
I did a couple of new songs which I'll be recording vocals for - Denim or Lace (Marty Rhone) & It doesn't matter Anymore (Buddy Holly).
Martin came along last night, just out of hospital after his recent heart issues, not dancing though.
Some other illness news, we now have Phil (Yvonne) in hospital with heart issues.
Great to have Helen from Toowomba and Diane from Maryborough with us for the evening.
Helen missed out picking the Joker and John (Liz) won the chocolate.
Bill finally got his chocolate from a couple of weeks ago.
Finished the night with a couple of Singing Call requests.
17th October 2019
I was pleasantly surprised by numbers last night.
The storms rolled in about 5pm, which is usually not a good sign. We started with 2 squares for Plus and occasionally danced 3 squares for Mainstream. 26 dancers in the hall.
While it was quite hot and humid, it was a really good night.
Played with boys leading Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave.
Did a couple of new songs and a few requests and random picks.
Annette missed picking the Joker, so it jackpots. Di won the chocolate.
We finished 10 minutes early due to the heat.
I was pleasantly surprised by numbers last night.
The storms rolled in about 5pm, which is usually not a good sign. We started with 2 squares for Plus and occasionally danced 3 squares for Mainstream. 26 dancers in the hall.
While it was quite hot and humid, it was a really good night.
Played with boys leading Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave.
Did a couple of new songs and a few requests and random picks.
Annette missed picking the Joker, so it jackpots. Di won the chocolate.
We finished 10 minutes early due to the heat.
10th October 2019
Fabulous night at Northside last night. 3 squares for Plus and 3 most of the night for Mainstream.
There were 33 dancers in the hall, we did dance 4 squares for 1 bracket (see picture)
Great to have Margaret Baines with us and also great to have David Pearce giving us a call.
Chris Holmes missed picking the Joker and Bill won the chocolate (though he forgot to take it home).
Finished the night with a 3 number request bracket.
Fabulous night at Northside last night. 3 squares for Plus and 3 most of the night for Mainstream.
There were 33 dancers in the hall, we did dance 4 squares for 1 bracket (see picture)
Great to have Margaret Baines with us and also great to have David Pearce giving us a call.
Chris Holmes missed picking the Joker and Bill won the chocolate (though he forgot to take it home).
Finished the night with a 3 number request bracket.
3rd October 2019
Really good night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream.
There were 24 dancers in the hall and we did dance 3 squares just the once.
Being school holidays, there are a few away on baby sitting duties.
Played a little with Girls leading Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave.
The new Joker draw now jackpots by $5 a week.
Mayet missed picking the Joker and Faith won the chocolate.
Did a few requests as well.
Really good night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream.
There were 24 dancers in the hall and we did dance 3 squares just the once.
Being school holidays, there are a few away on baby sitting duties.
Played a little with Girls leading Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave.
The new Joker draw now jackpots by $5 a week.
Mayet missed picking the Joker and Faith won the chocolate.
Did a few requests as well.
26th September 2019
Well, numbers a little on the low side last night. 19 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. Many on the Sick Parade and others on Baby Sitting duties, etc., etc. Still we had a fun night. Great to have Patricia, Lawrie, Ray & Goody back on deck. Did quite a few new songs and some requests. Finally, the Joker draw went off - $64 went to Faith Pearce, she picked one of the Jokers from the 22 remaining cards. We start again, but at $5 jackpot each week now. Patricia won the chocolate. See you all at the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up on Saturday.
Well, numbers a little on the low side last night. 19 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. Many on the Sick Parade and others on Baby Sitting duties, etc., etc. Still we had a fun night. Great to have Patricia, Lawrie, Ray & Goody back on deck. Did quite a few new songs and some requests. Finally, the Joker draw went off - $64 went to Faith Pearce, she picked one of the Jokers from the 22 remaining cards. We start again, but at $5 jackpot each week now. Patricia won the chocolate. See you all at the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up on Saturday.
19th September 2019
We had a great night at Northside last night. Quite a few away for various reasons, medical and other.
Still 24 dancers on the floor. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for all of Mainstream.
Did a few requests and ramdom picks. Graham missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.
Only a week or so until the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up in Kallangur on the 29th, see you there.
We had a great night at Northside last night. Quite a few away for various reasons, medical and other.
Still 24 dancers on the floor. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for all of Mainstream.
Did a few requests and ramdom picks. Graham missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.
Only a week or so until the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up in Kallangur on the 29th, see you there.
12th September 2019
We had a really fun night at Northside tonight. Numbers down a little. Many that I was expecting to be there weren't. Still, we had 22 dancers in the hall. I did a few requests and a couple of new songs. Margaret H. missed out picking the Joker, $62.00 next week. Liz won the chocolate, John seemed pretty happy about, can't figure out why. Here's hoping everyone is back next week.
We had a really fun night at Northside tonight. Numbers down a little. Many that I was expecting to be there weren't. Still, we had 22 dancers in the hall. I did a few requests and a couple of new songs. Margaret H. missed out picking the Joker, $62.00 next week. Liz won the chocolate, John seemed pretty happy about, can't figure out why. Here's hoping everyone is back next week.
5th September 2019
***No Dancing*** 5th September (State Convention in Rockhampton)
***No Dancing*** 5th September (State Convention in Rockhampton)
29th August 2019
Well, the numbers a little down tonight. 19 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares all night for Plus & Mainstream. Tried a few new songs and a few oldies. Everyone seemed to have a good time. Barry Pennington missed out on the Joker draw, it jackpots to $60 the week after next (no dancing next week , 5th September) and Mayet won the chocolate. Jim Endres is doing very well apparently, he had a Triple Heart By-pass on Wednesday. Sharon seemed very upbeat, said he looks 10 years younger. See you all at the State Convention or back on Thusday the 12th September, here at Zillmere.
Well, the numbers a little down tonight. 19 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares all night for Plus & Mainstream. Tried a few new songs and a few oldies. Everyone seemed to have a good time. Barry Pennington missed out on the Joker draw, it jackpots to $60 the week after next (no dancing next week , 5th September) and Mayet won the chocolate. Jim Endres is doing very well apparently, he had a Triple Heart By-pass on Wednesday. Sharon seemed very upbeat, said he looks 10 years younger. See you all at the State Convention or back on Thusday the 12th September, here at Zillmere.
22nd August 2019
Thought the wind was gonna blow us away but it calmed down in time for dancing. 3 squares for Plus and most of Mainstream. 34 dancers in the hall but we didn't manage 4 squares. Tried a few songs that I hadn't done for a while, most went well but I missed with one. Jim missed out on picking the Joker, $58 next week. Ray walked in a little late but still snagged the chocolate. Remember we are dancing next week but not the week after (5th September)
Thought the wind was gonna blow us away but it calmed down in time for dancing. 3 squares for Plus and most of Mainstream. 34 dancers in the hall but we didn't manage 4 squares. Tried a few songs that I hadn't done for a while, most went well but I missed with one. Jim missed out on picking the Joker, $58 next week. Ray walked in a little late but still snagged the chocolate. Remember we are dancing next week but not the week after (5th September)
15th August 2019
Magic night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. Well over a square away for various reasons, holidays, illness etc. Good to have Sue Ettles with us last night . It was lovely to have Helen Hawkey from Toowoomba with us as well. Great to have Susan Young back on the dance floor after her foot operation. I did quite a few of my new Hoedown tunes and quite a few Singing call requests, amongst them - Rhinestone Cowboy & Louisiana Man. Ron missed picking the Joker, it jackpots next week to $56. Annette won the chocolate. It's a few weeks to go, but don't forget, no dancing on the 5th September, due to the State Convention in Rockhampton.
Magic night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. Well over a square away for various reasons, holidays, illness etc. Good to have Sue Ettles with us last night . It was lovely to have Helen Hawkey from Toowoomba with us as well. Great to have Susan Young back on the dance floor after her foot operation. I did quite a few of my new Hoedown tunes and quite a few Singing call requests, amongst them - Rhinestone Cowboy & Louisiana Man. Ron missed picking the Joker, it jackpots next week to $56. Annette won the chocolate. It's a few weeks to go, but don't forget, no dancing on the 5th September, due to the State Convention in Rockhampton.
8th August 2019
Northside was rocking last night, another bunch of happy dancers. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 29 Dancers through the door. Sue Young is attending again, even though she can't yet dance. Really good to have Robyn back after her eye operations. Good to have Bill & Joan back after illness.
Quite a few apologies due to various illnesses. Therese missed picking the Joker and Carole won the chocolate. Did quite a few songs that were right at the back of the "Record Box". Finished the night with a Johnny Cash classic - Boy named Sue.
Northside was rocking last night, another bunch of happy dancers. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 29 Dancers through the door. Sue Young is attending again, even though she can't yet dance. Really good to have Robyn back after her eye operations. Good to have Bill & Joan back after illness.
Quite a few apologies due to various illnesses. Therese missed picking the Joker and Carole won the chocolate. Did quite a few songs that were right at the back of the "Record Box". Finished the night with a Johnny Cash classic - Boy named Sue.
1st August 2019
Another great night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream, tapering off to 2 in the latter part of the Evening. 31 dancers in the hall. We had a couple of visitors last night, good to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale with us, Gloria was with us again too. Lovely to look down and see everybody happy and smiling and chatting away. Shirley missed picking the Joker ($50) and Di won the chocolate. A number of dancers stopped me to tell me what a great club this is, and I have to agree. Did a few requests and 1 new song, Jeans On (David Dundas). It's a song I released on the Shindig Label, but this is a new version on Rhythm Records.
Another great night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream, tapering off to 2 in the latter part of the Evening. 31 dancers in the hall. We had a couple of visitors last night, good to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale with us, Gloria was with us again too. Lovely to look down and see everybody happy and smiling and chatting away. Shirley missed picking the Joker ($50) and Di won the chocolate. A number of dancers stopped me to tell me what a great club this is, and I have to agree. Did a few requests and 1 new song, Jeans On (David Dundas). It's a song I released on the Shindig Label, but this is a new version on Rhythm Records.
25th July 2019
Quite a night at Northside. Apologies coming out the wazoo, but still 25 dancers through the door.
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream (most of the night).
We had a visitor Gloria, while her regular club caller is away.
Fantastic to have David Pearce on stage doing a couple of Singing Calls, I enjoyed having a dance.
Sharyn missed out on picking the Joker, but that means it jackpots to $50. Desiree won the chocolate.
Quite a night at Northside. Apologies coming out the wazoo, but still 25 dancers through the door.
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream (most of the night).
We had a visitor Gloria, while her regular club caller is away.
Fantastic to have David Pearce on stage doing a couple of Singing Calls, I enjoyed having a dance.
Sharyn missed out on picking the Joker, but that means it jackpots to $50. Desiree won the chocolate.
18th July 2019
Had the heaters on early last night it was a little chilly. Started with 2 squares for Plus, then 3. Dancers squared up 20 minutes early, so I started calling. 32 dancers through the door but didn't get to dance 4 squares. Danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night until the last 2 brackets. Had a few requests for some older songs, which went over quite well. Great to see Sue Ettles back, we hadn't seen her since early March.
Shirley missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $48 next week. Therese won the chocolate.
It was really great night, we all had fun.
Had the heaters on early last night it was a little chilly. Started with 2 squares for Plus, then 3. Dancers squared up 20 minutes early, so I started calling. 32 dancers through the door but didn't get to dance 4 squares. Danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night until the last 2 brackets. Had a few requests for some older songs, which went over quite well. Great to see Sue Ettles back, we hadn't seen her since early March.
Shirley missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $48 next week. Therese won the chocolate.
It was really great night, we all had fun.
11th July 2019
Well, 30 dancers had a really good time at Northside tonight. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Great to have John & Liz back from their Scotland trip. Apologies from a couple of others.
Did quite a few requests and a couple of new tunes. It was a cold night so we had the heaters going.
Anne missed picking the Joker and Margaret (Rod) won the chocolate.
Well, 30 dancers had a really good time at Northside tonight. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Great to have John & Liz back from their Scotland trip. Apologies from a couple of others.
Did quite a few requests and a couple of new tunes. It was a cold night so we had the heaters going.
Anne missed picking the Joker and Margaret (Rod) won the chocolate.
4th July 2019
They just kept coming in the door last night. 35 dancers at our club. 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, which settled down to 3 for the latter part of the night. Heather and Barry brought Teresa & Fay from Gumdale, great to see them again. Sheryl & Natasha were with us again, due to school holidays. David & Faith were back after their short trip away. Good to see Rod & Margaret back too. Really great news, Rosalie was with us, it's taken a while for her to get over the Shingles. Did quite a few requests and favourites and a couple of new songs, wonderful to hear dancers singing along. Rod missed out on picking the joker, it'll be up to $44 next week and John won the Chocolate.
They just kept coming in the door last night. 35 dancers at our club. 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, which settled down to 3 for the latter part of the night. Heather and Barry brought Teresa & Fay from Gumdale, great to see them again. Sheryl & Natasha were with us again, due to school holidays. David & Faith were back after their short trip away. Good to see Rod & Margaret back too. Really great news, Rosalie was with us, it's taken a while for her to get over the Shingles. Did quite a few requests and favourites and a couple of new songs, wonderful to hear dancers singing along. Rod missed out on picking the joker, it'll be up to $44 next week and John won the Chocolate.
27th June 2019
Another really enjoyable night at Northside. 30 dancers through the door. 3 squares for Plus, and, until the very last bracket, 3 squares for Mainstream. Due to the end of the School term, we had Sheryl & Natasha with us. Also great to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale visiting and Arthur from Caboolture is becoming a regular. Apologies from quite a few and a few now going on holidays to warmer climates. Graham Young missed out on picking the Joker (worth $40) and Jim won the Kit-Kat block. Did a couple of random picks and request songs, it's amazing sometimes how long it's been since I called some of these tunes.
Another really enjoyable night at Northside. 30 dancers through the door. 3 squares for Plus, and, until the very last bracket, 3 squares for Mainstream. Due to the end of the School term, we had Sheryl & Natasha with us. Also great to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale visiting and Arthur from Caboolture is becoming a regular. Apologies from quite a few and a few now going on holidays to warmer climates. Graham Young missed out on picking the Joker (worth $40) and Jim won the Kit-Kat block. Did a couple of random picks and request songs, it's amazing sometimes how long it's been since I called some of these tunes.
20th June 2019
It's easy to see that it's Winter. 24 dancers through the door last night. 2 squares for Plus. Started with 3 for Mainstream , but then 2 for most of the night. Did a few random picks and requests. Tried out a few new Hoedown tunes. David Pearce did a bracket for us, he did a great job. Barry Brown missed out on picking the Joker and Elsa won the chocolate.
It's easy to see that it's Winter. 24 dancers through the door last night. 2 squares for Plus. Started with 3 for Mainstream , but then 2 for most of the night. Did a few random picks and requests. Tried out a few new Hoedown tunes. David Pearce did a bracket for us, he did a great job. Barry Brown missed out on picking the Joker and Elsa won the chocolate.
13th June 2019
Had a great time at Northside last night. 37 dancers through the door. Started with 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, but settled to 3 for most of the rest of the night. Great to have Elaine, Rob and Julie-Anne visit, of course, Elaine gave us a couple of calls. The buzz in the hall was fantastic. A few now go on holidays, but some on the sick parade and others on holidays should be back soon. It was Graham (Burns) 84th birthday today, so we sang the birthday song. Sharyn was unlucky with the Joker draw and Heather won the chocolate.
Had a great time at Northside last night. 37 dancers through the door. Started with 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, but settled to 3 for most of the rest of the night. Great to have Elaine, Rob and Julie-Anne visit, of course, Elaine gave us a couple of calls. The buzz in the hall was fantastic. A few now go on holidays, but some on the sick parade and others on holidays should be back soon. It was Graham (Burns) 84th birthday today, so we sang the birthday song. Sharyn was unlucky with the Joker draw and Heather won the chocolate.
6th June 2019
Winter has well and truly hit. Really glad the hall has 3 wall heaters. 27 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares for Plus and there were 3 squares for Mainstream for 1/2 the night, then 2. We played with Reverse Dixie Style and Tag the Line from LH waves, all went well. Did a few requests and a couple of new tunes. Lyndel missed picking the Joker, it's up to $36 next week. Jim won the Chocolate draw.
Winter has well and truly hit. Really glad the hall has 3 wall heaters. 27 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares for Plus and there were 3 squares for Mainstream for 1/2 the night, then 2. We played with Reverse Dixie Style and Tag the Line from LH waves, all went well. Did a few requests and a couple of new tunes. Lyndel missed picking the Joker, it's up to $36 next week. Jim won the Chocolate draw.
30th May 2019
Well, more than a square away last night due to hoildays and medical reasons. We wish all those with illness a speedy recovery - even Rosalie is on the improve. Still 29 dancers through the door.
2 squares for Plus (they were ready to start 10 minutes early) and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/3 of the time. Winter has really hit, we turned the hall heaters on for the first time this year.
Great to have Graham & Lorraine with us, we haven't seen them for some time.
Also great to have Heather Pennington (aka The Traveller) back on the dance floor.
Graham missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $34 next week, Di won the Chocolate.
I did a couple of new songs, at least 1 of them was a hit.
Well, more than a square away last night due to hoildays and medical reasons. We wish all those with illness a speedy recovery - even Rosalie is on the improve. Still 29 dancers through the door.
2 squares for Plus (they were ready to start 10 minutes early) and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/3 of the time. Winter has really hit, we turned the hall heaters on for the first time this year.
Great to have Graham & Lorraine with us, we haven't seen them for some time.
Also great to have Heather Pennington (aka The Traveller) back on the dance floor.
Graham missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $34 next week, Di won the Chocolate.
I did a couple of new songs, at least 1 of them was a hit.
23rd May 2019
Club members are just so happy with how their club is going this year. 36 dancers through the door tonight.
3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream, though we did dance 4 squares once.
Great to have Allan from Canberra visiting. Plenty of requests and random song choices.
Had to turn the music up a little to get over the buzz in the hall.
Viv was unlucky not to pick the Joker and Susan Young won the chocolate.
Club members are just so happy with how their club is going this year. 36 dancers through the door tonight.
3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream, though we did dance 4 squares once.
Great to have Allan from Canberra visiting. Plenty of requests and random song choices.
Had to turn the music up a little to get over the buzz in the hall.
Viv was unlucky not to pick the Joker and Susan Young won the chocolate.
16th May 2019
And they just kept coming. 32 through the door. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night. Plenty of requests. The buzz in the hall was electric. Mike was away, so Di was on the door. Margaret proudly wore her newly awarded Silver Microphone badge. John missed picking the Joker. Lyndel won the chocolate again!!! but she did share it with everyone there, it didn't last long.
Apologies from Patricia, Laurie, Martin & Terese.
Plenty of Northsiders are going to Buderim on the weekend, should be a great celebration for Suncoasters.
And they just kept coming. 32 through the door. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night. Plenty of requests. The buzz in the hall was electric. Mike was away, so Di was on the door. Margaret proudly wore her newly awarded Silver Microphone badge. John missed picking the Joker. Lyndel won the chocolate again!!! but she did share it with everyone there, it didn't last long.
Apologies from Patricia, Laurie, Martin & Terese.
Plenty of Northsiders are going to Buderim on the weekend, should be a great celebration for Suncoasters.
9th May 2019
Let's just say the great nights keep on coming. 30 dancers through our doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, towards, the end 2. Fabulous to watch so many dancers having fun. Did a few requests and random picks. Also did my new song that was released this morning (Finders Keepers). Laurie missed out on picking the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate (Jim won last week). Great to have Ron & Hazel back, as well as, Phil & Yvonne back again. Thanks to all those dancers (and Mike) that pitch in and help with all the little jobs that keep the club running.
Let's just say the great nights keep on coming. 30 dancers through our doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, towards, the end 2. Fabulous to watch so many dancers having fun. Did a few requests and random picks. Also did my new song that was released this morning (Finders Keepers). Laurie missed out on picking the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate (Jim won last week). Great to have Ron & Hazel back, as well as, Phil & Yvonne back again. Thanks to all those dancers (and Mike) that pitch in and help with all the little jobs that keep the club running.
2nd May 2019
It just keeps getting better. 37 dancers in the hall last night. 3 squares for Plus and we danced 4 for Mainstream for the first 2 brackets, then 3 for most of the rest of the night. The atmosphere was awesome. Great to have the national convention travellers Russell, Suzie and Graham back. Rod & Margaret are back after some medical issues. Mike and Di back after their travels to Dubai. Our recycled dancer Graham brought his wife Susan for the first time, but they'll now be gone for a few weeks on holiday. Shirley missed picking the Joker and Jim won the chocolate. I did a few request songs, which the dancers enjoyed. Louisiana Man aka "Frogs in the Swamp" appears to be as popular now as it was in the 70's.
It just keeps getting better. 37 dancers in the hall last night. 3 squares for Plus and we danced 4 for Mainstream for the first 2 brackets, then 3 for most of the rest of the night. The atmosphere was awesome. Great to have the national convention travellers Russell, Suzie and Graham back. Rod & Margaret are back after some medical issues. Mike and Di back after their travels to Dubai. Our recycled dancer Graham brought his wife Susan for the first time, but they'll now be gone for a few weeks on holiday. Shirley missed picking the Joker and Jim won the chocolate. I did a few request songs, which the dancers enjoyed. Louisiana Man aka "Frogs in the Swamp" appears to be as popular now as it was in the 70's.
25th April 2019 - ANZAC day
Even with Anzac Commemorations and the National Convention, we still had 30 dancers through the doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Bill & Joan back after their holiday. Visitors last night, Gloria and Graham (but I think Graham will become a regular) as well as Peter, Sheryl and their girls Natasha & Kathryn. Great to have David Pearce on stage for a bracket, he did a great Hoedown and a Singing Call. Rosalie was a away last night, (Shingles) so Faith stood-in at the door. Joan missed out out on picking the Joker and Martin won the chocolate.
Even with Anzac Commemorations and the National Convention, we still had 30 dancers through the doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Bill & Joan back after their holiday. Visitors last night, Gloria and Graham (but I think Graham will become a regular) as well as Peter, Sheryl and their girls Natasha & Kathryn. Great to have David Pearce on stage for a bracket, he did a great Hoedown and a Singing Call. Rosalie was a away last night, (Shingles) so Faith stood-in at the door. Joan missed out out on picking the Joker and Martin won the chocolate.
18th April 2019
I've run out of Superlatives - What a fantastic night at Northside. 2 Squares for Plus. Started the Mainstream with 4 squares - danced 3 most of the night and finished with 2. A total of 34 dancers through the door. Visitors tonight were Neville & Nola, Sheryl, Natasha & Kathryn, Beris, Margie, Gloria & Graham and also good to have Denice back after her overseas trip. A number of special events this week too. Laurie's 84th Birthday and Laurie & Patricia's 61st Anniversary, Jim & Sharon celebrate their 51st Wedding Anniversary and Rosalie & I have been together 21 years. The dancing and the atmosphere in the hall was just awesome, these are the nights callers live for. Liz won the Easter Egg pack, Desiree won the chocolate and Unfortunately, Beris didn't pick the Joker. See Pictures HERE
I've run out of Superlatives - What a fantastic night at Northside. 2 Squares for Plus. Started the Mainstream with 4 squares - danced 3 most of the night and finished with 2. A total of 34 dancers through the door. Visitors tonight were Neville & Nola, Sheryl, Natasha & Kathryn, Beris, Margie, Gloria & Graham and also good to have Denice back after her overseas trip. A number of special events this week too. Laurie's 84th Birthday and Laurie & Patricia's 61st Anniversary, Jim & Sharon celebrate their 51st Wedding Anniversary and Rosalie & I have been together 21 years. The dancing and the atmosphere in the hall was just awesome, these are the nights callers live for. Liz won the Easter Egg pack, Desiree won the chocolate and Unfortunately, Beris didn't pick the Joker. See Pictures HERE
11th April 2019
The nights are just getting better at Northside. 28 dancers in the hall last night. Eventually 2 squares for Plus and 3 squares all night for Mainstream. So many nice comments feeding back to us about the music & atmosphere of our club. Visitors last night were Arthur, Sheryl, Kathryn and Gloria. Many requests for particular songs, which all went over well. Kathryn was drawn but unfortunately didn't pick the Joker. Rod won the chocolate. Don't forget, we are dancing Easter Thursday & Anzac day. Maybe you'd care to visit?
The nights are just getting better at Northside. 28 dancers in the hall last night. Eventually 2 squares for Plus and 3 squares all night for Mainstream. So many nice comments feeding back to us about the music & atmosphere of our club. Visitors last night were Arthur, Sheryl, Kathryn and Gloria. Many requests for particular songs, which all went over well. Kathryn was drawn but unfortunately didn't pick the Joker. Rod won the chocolate. Don't forget, we are dancing Easter Thursday & Anzac day. Maybe you'd care to visit?
4th April 2019
Starting to sound like a broken record - Really awesome night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream, 28 dancers through the door. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. The buzz in the hall was just electric. Did my new song "Finders, Keepers", it went over well. Anne was unfortunate in not picking the Joker for the 2nd week in a row, Goody won the chocolate. Great to have Viv back from holidays, A few people are now about to go, but there are a few due back soon. Rosalie also had another dance tonight.
Starting to sound like a broken record - Really awesome night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream, 28 dancers through the door. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. The buzz in the hall was just electric. Did my new song "Finders, Keepers", it went over well. Anne was unfortunate in not picking the Joker for the 2nd week in a row, Goody won the chocolate. Great to have Viv back from holidays, A few people are now about to go, but there are a few due back soon. Rosalie also had another dance tonight.
28th March 2019
What a Fabulous night at Northside tonight. 32 Dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. We had forgotten, but it was pointed out last week that the club was 15 years old. We decided to have a cake this week. Took some nice pics of the dancers (as you can see). Unfortunately Anne didn't pick the Joker, but Lyndel won the chocolate for the 2nd time in recent weeks. I did a few new Songs, which were appreciated by the dancers. Nice to see the heat backing down for a change. Mike & Di are now away for a month on their Cruise. But Viv will be back next week,. Great to have Goody and Robyn back after health issues. Couldn't have asked for a better night.
Even had Rosalie on the dance floor for the first time in close to a couple of years, Yay!!!
What a Fabulous night at Northside tonight. 32 Dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. We had forgotten, but it was pointed out last week that the club was 15 years old. We decided to have a cake this week. Took some nice pics of the dancers (as you can see). Unfortunately Anne didn't pick the Joker, but Lyndel won the chocolate for the 2nd time in recent weeks. I did a few new Songs, which were appreciated by the dancers. Nice to see the heat backing down for a change. Mike & Di are now away for a month on their Cruise. But Viv will be back next week,. Great to have Goody and Robyn back after health issues. Couldn't have asked for a better night.
Even had Rosalie on the dance floor for the first time in close to a couple of years, Yay!!!
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21st March 2019
Had a great night at Northside tonight. Still very hot. 26 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares. Great to have Pat and Laurie back.
Missing Viv, we haven't seen her in a few weeks.
Patricia didn't pick the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate
Did a new song tonight - see the video here.
Had a great night at Northside tonight. Still very hot. 26 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares. Great to have Pat and Laurie back.
Missing Viv, we haven't seen her in a few weeks.
Patricia didn't pick the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate
Did a new song tonight - see the video here.
14th March 2019
Oh, what a Night!!!!, good name for a song. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. It was hot and humid as could be, but the dancers were still pushing me and squaring-up enthusiastically for each bracket. David Pearce did a great bracket and Margaret Baines did a good call as well. Arthur from Caboolture visited with us and he missed out on picking the Joker.
I know you'll all join us in wishing Patricia & Laurie all the best in their recoveries.
Oh, what a Night!!!!, good name for a song. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. It was hot and humid as could be, but the dancers were still pushing me and squaring-up enthusiastically for each bracket. David Pearce did a great bracket and Margaret Baines did a good call as well. Arthur from Caboolture visited with us and he missed out on picking the Joker.
I know you'll all join us in wishing Patricia & Laurie all the best in their recoveries.
7th March 2019
The kind of night callers dream of. What a fantastic atmosphere in the hall.
34 dancers in the hall - 2 squares for Plus and we started with 4 squares for Mainstream,
but danced 3 for most of the night.
Margaret did a fabulous job of "Love me Tender" including Carousel Promenade.
Faith didn't pick the Joker and Graham won the chocolate, but forgot to take it home.
I did a couple of new songs and worked a little with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag.
Summer is refusing to let go.
It was very hot so we finished 15 minutes early.
The kind of night callers dream of. What a fantastic atmosphere in the hall.
34 dancers in the hall - 2 squares for Plus and we started with 4 squares for Mainstream,
but danced 3 for most of the night.
Margaret did a fabulous job of "Love me Tender" including Carousel Promenade.
Faith didn't pick the Joker and Graham won the chocolate, but forgot to take it home.
I did a couple of new songs and worked a little with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag.
Summer is refusing to let go.
It was very hot so we finished 15 minutes early.
28th February 2019
This year is going so well (touch wood). 30 dancers in the hall last night. The weather was great for dancing, we had 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream most of the night. As it was the last day of Summer, I did a bit of a Summer musical theme for the evening. Summer Sounds, Summer Lovin', Summer Song etc. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. Great to have Judith visit last night too. Fabulous to see Heather, Bill & Joan for the first time this year. But we did miss Margaret & Di. Elsa didn't pick the Joker (it jackpots) and Lyndel won the chocolate.
This year is going so well (touch wood). 30 dancers in the hall last night. The weather was great for dancing, we had 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream most of the night. As it was the last day of Summer, I did a bit of a Summer musical theme for the evening. Summer Sounds, Summer Lovin', Summer Song etc. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. Great to have Judith visit last night too. Fabulous to see Heather, Bill & Joan for the first time this year. But we did miss Margaret & Di. Elsa didn't pick the Joker (it jackpots) and Lyndel won the chocolate.
21st February 2019
What a buzz in the hall last night!! 33 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for most of the night at Mainstream. Played with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag formation. Margaret had a call, she did well. Jim didn't win the joker draw and Robyn won the chocolate. Great to see John & Liz wearing their new club badges. Really happy to have Barry & Carol back from their son's wedding in the USA. Also good the have Rod & margaret back for the first time this year. The heat is still a problem, but we are perservering. Now we lose Denice to her South American adventure for 6 weeks.
What a buzz in the hall last night!! 33 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for most of the night at Mainstream. Played with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag formation. Margaret had a call, she did well. Jim didn't win the joker draw and Robyn won the chocolate. Great to see John & Liz wearing their new club badges. Really happy to have Barry & Carol back from their son's wedding in the USA. Also good the have Rod & margaret back for the first time this year. The heat is still a problem, but we are perservering. Now we lose Denice to her South American adventure for 6 weeks.
14th February 2019 - Valentines Day
Another great night at Northside. 26 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus (eventually) and 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/2 the time. Being Valentine's day, most dressed in RED and all the music used was "Love Related". Faith Pearce baked a red Valentines cake, really yummy!!
David Pearce had a call for us. I did an extra joker draw, but still it didn't go off.
A new couple visited, Greg & Anne, we hope to see them regularly.
At least the weather was kinder last night, a really nice breeze kicked in late afternoon.
Another great night at Northside. 26 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus (eventually) and 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/2 the time. Being Valentine's day, most dressed in RED and all the music used was "Love Related". Faith Pearce baked a red Valentines cake, really yummy!!
David Pearce had a call for us. I did an extra joker draw, but still it didn't go off.
A new couple visited, Greg & Anne, we hope to see them regularly.
At least the weather was kinder last night, a really nice breeze kicked in late afternoon.
7th February 2019
What a fabulous start to the new dance year. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 29 dancers through the door, many of them very early. I still counted at least a full square away for various reasons. A new dancer Robyn has joined us, she's been away from square dancing for about a year, but did very well. Ray won the Joker draw @ $14 and John Schultz won the Chocolate. Lots of smiling happy faces. Next Thursday is Valentines day, wear red and I'll do some love songs.
What a fabulous start to the new dance year. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 29 dancers through the door, many of them very early. I still counted at least a full square away for various reasons. A new dancer Robyn has joined us, she's been away from square dancing for about a year, but did very well. Ray won the Joker draw @ $14 and John Schultz won the Chocolate. Lots of smiling happy faces. Next Thursday is Valentines day, wear red and I'll do some love songs.
End of 2018 - See you on the 7th February 2019
6th December 2018
Well, last night was legendary (at least in my mind). So much fun, the hall was buzzing early and just got better from there. 3 squares for plus, which started 15 minutes early, 'cause they just squared up. We danced 4 squares often throughout the evening. There were 45 dancers in the hall. Dancers came from all over Brisbane, I won't mention clubs, 'cause I'll miss one. Having said that, all but a few were regulars that dance with us often. Callers were Margaret Baines, David Pearce, Elaine Davis and of course, me. The raffle prizes were looking really good, thanks to those that donated items.
My thanks go to Mike on the door he does a great job every week. Thanks to Margaret for raffle ticket sales - haven't counted numbers, but it looks like a couple of hundred were sold. There was so much supper, I think many of us just rolled home. The surprise of the Evening was that Ron & Hazel got back from their caravan trip early and were able to join us. Given that it 's Christmas, door entry was free, but most bought raffle tickets. Proceeeds from our Christmas party are always donated to charity. We like the Salvos, but we are going to see if they are doing a fire appeal and see if we can help those from the recent bushfires. I wish everybody a festive Christmas and a prosperous New Year. See pictures HERE
Well, last night was legendary (at least in my mind). So much fun, the hall was buzzing early and just got better from there. 3 squares for plus, which started 15 minutes early, 'cause they just squared up. We danced 4 squares often throughout the evening. There were 45 dancers in the hall. Dancers came from all over Brisbane, I won't mention clubs, 'cause I'll miss one. Having said that, all but a few were regulars that dance with us often. Callers were Margaret Baines, David Pearce, Elaine Davis and of course, me. The raffle prizes were looking really good, thanks to those that donated items.
My thanks go to Mike on the door he does a great job every week. Thanks to Margaret for raffle ticket sales - haven't counted numbers, but it looks like a couple of hundred were sold. There was so much supper, I think many of us just rolled home. The surprise of the Evening was that Ron & Hazel got back from their caravan trip early and were able to join us. Given that it 's Christmas, door entry was free, but most bought raffle tickets. Proceeeds from our Christmas party are always donated to charity. We like the Salvos, but we are going to see if they are doing a fire appeal and see if we can help those from the recent bushfires. I wish everybody a festive Christmas and a prosperous New Year. See pictures HERE
29th November 2018
What a great dance night we had. Mostly 2 squares for Plus, with sometimes 3 for Mainstream. 27 dancers in the hall, it was buzzing. Did a few Christmas songs and a few requests. Yes, it was warm, but everyone was really happy to dance. Robyn didn't pick the Joker and Viv won the chocolate. Next week is the big Christmas party & Break-up. Donations for the monster raffle have been coming in thick & fast. Please bring a plate next week for supper, and maybe some change for the raffles. Let's finish 2018 with a Bang!!
What a great dance night we had. Mostly 2 squares for Plus, with sometimes 3 for Mainstream. 27 dancers in the hall, it was buzzing. Did a few Christmas songs and a few requests. Yes, it was warm, but everyone was really happy to dance. Robyn didn't pick the Joker and Viv won the chocolate. Next week is the big Christmas party & Break-up. Donations for the monster raffle have been coming in thick & fast. Please bring a plate next week for supper, and maybe some change for the raffles. Let's finish 2018 with a Bang!!
Well, I just went back through the attendance numbers for 2018.
The average number of dancers per night was 23, nearly 3 squares - a pretty good effort these days.
Our highest attended night was 33, early in the year.
I'm really hoping to smash that number next week for our Christmas party.
Our lowest attended night was 14, the coldest part of the year.
Thank you to all our members and visitors for dancing with us throughout the year.
The average number of dancers per night was 23, nearly 3 squares - a pretty good effort these days.
Our highest attended night was 33, early in the year.
I'm really hoping to smash that number next week for our Christmas party.
Our lowest attended night was 14, the coldest part of the year.
Thank you to all our members and visitors for dancing with us throughout the year.
22nd November 2018
I thought the storms early in the afternoon might have continued, but thankfully not. 24 Dancers in the hall, for what was quite a hot night. We didn't get to dance 3 squares though. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. Great to have Theresa from Gumdale visiting, she also won the chocolate draw. Bill missed out on picking the Joker. I did a few requests and a few Random pick songs - It's amazing what songs you get just by picking a letter and a number. David Pearce had a call, did a great job of "Budapest" by George Ezra.
I thought the storms early in the afternoon might have continued, but thankfully not. 24 Dancers in the hall, for what was quite a hot night. We didn't get to dance 3 squares though. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. Great to have Theresa from Gumdale visiting, she also won the chocolate draw. Bill missed out on picking the Joker. I did a few requests and a few Random pick songs - It's amazing what songs you get just by picking a letter and a number. David Pearce had a call, did a great job of "Budapest" by George Ezra.
15th November 2018
Lots of fun last night. 2 squares for Plus. 25 dancers in the hall for Mainstream - we did dance 3 squares once. I did a few Christmas songs and a few new songs as well as a few requests. Goody missed the Joker draw and Yvonne won the chocolate. 3 more dance nights this year. Our Christmas break-up party is the 6th of December - bring a plate and dress Christmassy. Donations for our Christmas Hamper raffles are coming in thick & fast.
Lots of fun last night. 2 squares for Plus. 25 dancers in the hall for Mainstream - we did dance 3 squares once. I did a few Christmas songs and a few new songs as well as a few requests. Goody missed the Joker draw and Yvonne won the chocolate. 3 more dance nights this year. Our Christmas break-up party is the 6th of December - bring a plate and dress Christmassy. Donations for our Christmas Hamper raffles are coming in thick & fast.
10th November 2018
The club hired a bus to attend the Society Christmas party. Mark was our driver. There were 12 on the Bus and a few others made their own way. Needless to say. the club was well represented. Everyone said what a great night it was, see pictures HERE and HERE
The club hired a bus to attend the Society Christmas party. Mark was our driver. There were 12 on the Bus and a few others made their own way. Needless to say. the club was well represented. Everyone said what a great night it was, see pictures HERE and HERE
8th November 2018
With the cooler weather, I was expecting a few more dancers last night. Still, 19 dancers were there for a great night. We did eventually dance 2 squares for Plus and danced 2 squares for nearly all of the Mainstream session. Great to have Arthur (from Caboolture EZ squares) with us again. We share the 8th of November as our birthday. Arthur brought a card (for me) for all the dancers to sign. Great to have Rosalie on the door again.
Elsa managed to not pick the joker and Laurie won the chocolate. Did a few requests and a couple of Christmas songs. Some of our dancers have started bringing in donations for our Monster Christmas hamper raffle.
With the cooler weather, I was expecting a few more dancers last night. Still, 19 dancers were there for a great night. We did eventually dance 2 squares for Plus and danced 2 squares for nearly all of the Mainstream session. Great to have Arthur (from Caboolture EZ squares) with us again. We share the 8th of November as our birthday. Arthur brought a card (for me) for all the dancers to sign. Great to have Rosalie on the door again.
Elsa managed to not pick the joker and Laurie won the chocolate. Did a few requests and a couple of Christmas songs. Some of our dancers have started bringing in donations for our Monster Christmas hamper raffle.
1st November 2018
What a great night at Northside. 28 dancers through the door.
Still counted 12 that were away for various reasons.
2 squares for Plus, started 20 minutes early. Mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Good to have Heather P. back after her recent travels. Also good to have Arthur from Caboolture join us for a visit. Tried out my "soon to be released" song - One last Kiss - It went over well with the dancers.
Barry P. didn't manage to pick the Joker and Mark won the chocolate.
The bus list for the Society christmas party is finalised.
What a great night at Northside. 28 dancers through the door.
Still counted 12 that were away for various reasons.
2 squares for Plus, started 20 minutes early. Mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Good to have Heather P. back after her recent travels. Also good to have Arthur from Caboolture join us for a visit. Tried out my "soon to be released" song - One last Kiss - It went over well with the dancers.
Barry P. didn't manage to pick the Joker and Mark won the chocolate.
The bus list for the Society christmas party is finalised.
25th October 2018
Another great night at Northside. 24 dancers in the hall, they were ready for Plus 5 minutes early. 2 squares for the Plus session and at least once, 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Helen Hawkey visiting with us, and she picked the Joker and Desiree won the chocolate. Ended with a couple of request brackets.
Another great night at Northside. 24 dancers in the hall, they were ready for Plus 5 minutes early. 2 squares for the Plus session and at least once, 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Helen Hawkey visiting with us, and she picked the Joker and Desiree won the chocolate. Ended with a couple of request brackets.
18th October 2018
Fabulous night at Northside. 26 dancers in the hall, they were ready for Plus 10 minutes early. 2 squares for the Plus session and at times, 3 for Mainstream. Did a few new songs for the first time, some of them even went well. Great to have Julie-Anne with us, we haven't seen her for a while. I enjoyed being able to tell the dancers about Rosalie's scan results, things have had some improvement with the new drug regime. David missed out on picking the Joker and John (Schultz) won the chocalate. Finished the night with a couple of request brackets.
Fabulous night at Northside. 26 dancers in the hall, they were ready for Plus 10 minutes early. 2 squares for the Plus session and at times, 3 for Mainstream. Did a few new songs for the first time, some of them even went well. Great to have Julie-Anne with us, we haven't seen her for a while. I enjoyed being able to tell the dancers about Rosalie's scan results, things have had some improvement with the new drug regime. David missed out on picking the Joker and John (Schultz) won the chocalate. Finished the night with a couple of request brackets.
11th October 2018
Mid afternoon Thunderstorms, I thought we may have suffered for numbers, but.... 26 Dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus and 2 all night for Mainstream. The atmosphere in the hall was just awesome. We have filled our bus for the Society Christmas party. David had a call, he did "Raining on the Rock", good job too. Faith missed out on picking the Joker, Mayet won the Chocolate. Thanks everyone, for a great night.
Mid afternoon Thunderstorms, I thought we may have suffered for numbers, but.... 26 Dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus and 2 all night for Mainstream. The atmosphere in the hall was just awesome. We have filled our bus for the Society Christmas party. David had a call, he did "Raining on the Rock", good job too. Faith missed out on picking the Joker, Mayet won the Chocolate. Thanks everyone, for a great night.
4th October 2018
Another fantastic night at Northside. 29 Dancers through the door. 2 squares of Plus dancers squared up just before 6.45 and wanted to dance. 3 squares at times for Mainstream. Fantastic to see Phil and Yvonne back after their seperate medical issues. Ray didn't pick the Joker and Denice won the chocolate. So many positive comments about what a great time they were having.
Our newest member, Elsa got her badge last night. Elsa came to us from Kerr-Ly Q's in Canberra.
Another fantastic night at Northside. 29 Dancers through the door. 2 squares of Plus dancers squared up just before 6.45 and wanted to dance. 3 squares at times for Mainstream. Fantastic to see Phil and Yvonne back after their seperate medical issues. Ray didn't pick the Joker and Denice won the chocolate. So many positive comments about what a great time they were having.
Our newest member, Elsa got her badge last night. Elsa came to us from Kerr-Ly Q's in Canberra.
27th September 2018
Another great night at Northside. 26 Dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus, starting a little early. More than half the night with 3 squares for Mainstream. Ray didn't pick the Joker, it's still jackpotting. Mayet won the Chocolate. Did a few Requests and Random pick songs. Ron & Hazel now gone for 10 weeks, Awwww. And the club bus trip to the Society Christmas party on the Gold Coast is on - The bus list filled in seconds.
Another great night at Northside. 26 Dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus, starting a little early. More than half the night with 3 squares for Mainstream. Ray didn't pick the Joker, it's still jackpotting. Mayet won the Chocolate. Did a few Requests and Random pick songs. Ron & Hazel now gone for 10 weeks, Awwww. And the club bus trip to the Society Christmas party on the Gold Coast is on - The bus list filled in seconds.
20th September 2018
Utterly brilliant night. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus at 6.50pm and at times, 3 squares for Mainstream. Bill & Joan visited us for the first time since we moved to this venue. John and Liz back from their trip to Russia. Good to have Mark back, he's been away for about 6 weeks. The hall was buzzing all night. Desiree didn't find the Joker (it now jackpots to $10) and Rod won the chocolate. Tried out some new songs.
Looking forward to the Gala & SSRU on Saturday.
Utterly brilliant night. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus at 6.50pm and at times, 3 squares for Mainstream. Bill & Joan visited us for the first time since we moved to this venue. John and Liz back from their trip to Russia. Good to have Mark back, he's been away for about 6 weeks. The hall was buzzing all night. Desiree didn't find the Joker (it now jackpots to $10) and Rod won the chocolate. Tried out some new songs.
Looking forward to the Gala & SSRU on Saturday.
13th September 2018
Numbers back down this week. 18 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. I did a couple of new songs "Rock & Roll is King" by ELO and a little Ukelele number called "Tickle my Heart". Great to have Rod & Margaret back after a 3 month lay off due to Rod's operations. Di finally won her Kit-Kat in the chocolate draw, Elsa missed out on picking the Joker. All in all (except for numbers) is was a really good night.
Numbers back down this week. 18 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. I did a couple of new songs "Rock & Roll is King" by ELO and a little Ukelele number called "Tickle my Heart". Great to have Rod & Margaret back after a 3 month lay off due to Rod's operations. Di finally won her Kit-Kat in the chocolate draw, Elsa missed out on picking the Joker. All in all (except for numbers) is was a really good night.
6th September 2018
Well, what a difference the season makes. 26 dancers in the hall last night. The first square of plus dancers was ready to go at 6.40pm and the 2nd one joined quickly thereafter. We did dance 3 squares of Mainstream early on. Great to have Patricia & Laurie back after her accident. Jim is back on the dance floor after his Op. Russell & Suzie with us again last night, Chris also with us. It was just a really great dance night. I did my new song "Jungle to the Zoo" again, I think I've ironed all the kinks out. Joker draw still building and Desiree won the chocolate again. Finished the night with (most of) the lights out for "Hearbeat in the Darkness".
Well, what a difference the season makes. 26 dancers in the hall last night. The first square of plus dancers was ready to go at 6.40pm and the 2nd one joined quickly thereafter. We did dance 3 squares of Mainstream early on. Great to have Patricia & Laurie back after her accident. Jim is back on the dance floor after his Op. Russell & Suzie with us again last night, Chris also with us. It was just a really great dance night. I did my new song "Jungle to the Zoo" again, I think I've ironed all the kinks out. Joker draw still building and Desiree won the chocolate again. Finished the night with (most of) the lights out for "Hearbeat in the Darkness".
30th August 2018
Another good night at Northside. 19 dancers in the hall. Danced 2 squares most of the time for Plus & Mainstream. Tried out a new purchase, "Desperado" by the Eagles. Also test called a Brand New song I hope to release soon, "Jungle to the Zoo" a lesser known Dr. Hook song. Dancers seemed to enjoy both. Great to have Theresa from Gumdale visiting. And you heard it here first, we had David Pearce on stage calling last night (he retired last December). He did a really good rendition of "Budapest". Joker draw is back to $2 after Denice won last week. And David won the Chocolate.
Another good night at Northside. 19 dancers in the hall. Danced 2 squares most of the time for Plus & Mainstream. Tried out a new purchase, "Desperado" by the Eagles. Also test called a Brand New song I hope to release soon, "Jungle to the Zoo" a lesser known Dr. Hook song. Dancers seemed to enjoy both. Great to have Theresa from Gumdale visiting. And you heard it here first, we had David Pearce on stage calling last night (he retired last December). He did a really good rendition of "Budapest". Joker draw is back to $2 after Denice won last week. And David won the Chocolate.
23rd August 2018
Numbers still down. 17 in the hall - 1 square for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. Lots of laughs, people commented on what a good night they were having.
Good to see Ron & Hazel back. Obviously Ron not dancing yet after his knee operation. Hazel brought some baked goodies to enjoy with our cuppa. Denice picked the Joker and won $14.00. John won the chocolate.
Numbers still down. 17 in the hall - 1 square for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. Lots of laughs, people commented on what a good night they were having.
Good to see Ron & Hazel back. Obviously Ron not dancing yet after his knee operation. Hazel brought some baked goodies to enjoy with our cuppa. Denice picked the Joker and won $14.00. John won the chocolate.
16th August 2018
Well, numbers still down. 18 in the hall - 1 square for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. had one bracket of 6 couple dancing. Great to have Russell & Suzie with us last night and also Chris with us again. Fantastic to have Margaret Baines with us last night, not dancing but great to see her. As it was the anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley, all singing calls were Elvis songs. 41 years ago today, he passed away - maybe!!. Desiree didn't pick the Joker and Barry Brown won the chocolate. Played a little with "Dixie Style on the Double Track".
Well, numbers still down. 18 in the hall - 1 square for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. had one bracket of 6 couple dancing. Great to have Russell & Suzie with us last night and also Chris with us again. Fantastic to have Margaret Baines with us last night, not dancing but great to see her. As it was the anniversary of the death of Elvis Presley, all singing calls were Elvis songs. 41 years ago today, he passed away - maybe!!. Desiree didn't pick the Joker and Barry Brown won the chocolate. Played a little with "Dixie Style on the Double Track".
9th August 2018
Had a good night, despite the massive sick parade. Only 14 dancers in the hall last night. That included 2 visitors who have never been before. Neville & Nola from Gumdale came along and said they really enjoyed the night. I phoned many of the people off sick yesterday, most are doing better and on the mend. Can't wait for the end of Winter. Joker is still building and Barry won the chocolate. Special mention to Mike who came and did the door even though Di was off sick - thank you Mike.
Had a good night, despite the massive sick parade. Only 14 dancers in the hall last night. That included 2 visitors who have never been before. Neville & Nola from Gumdale came along and said they really enjoyed the night. I phoned many of the people off sick yesterday, most are doing better and on the mend. Can't wait for the end of Winter. Joker is still building and Barry won the chocolate. Special mention to Mike who came and did the door even though Di was off sick - thank you Mike.
2nd August 2018
Not enough superlatives for what a great night we had.
Only 21 dancers, but very enthusiastic and full of laughter.
2 squares for Plus and 2 squares all night for Mainstream. It took a few practices for everyone to get "Reverse Wheel Around", but after that, no issues. All those on the sick list are on the mend. Hazel missed out on the Joker draw and David won the chocolate. We are looking at a bus for the Society Christmas party, but no promises until we see what the costs are and who can drive.
Not enough superlatives for what a great night we had.
Only 21 dancers, but very enthusiastic and full of laughter.
2 squares for Plus and 2 squares all night for Mainstream. It took a few practices for everyone to get "Reverse Wheel Around", but after that, no issues. All those on the sick list are on the mend. Hazel missed out on the Joker draw and David won the chocolate. We are looking at a bus for the Society Christmas party, but no promises until we see what the costs are and who can drive.
26th July 2018
So many positive comments about last night at Northside. 27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and at times, 3 for Mainstream. Annette didn't pick the joker, so it jackpots & Barry won the chocolate. We all signed a card for Margaret and it seems that Yvonne is doing a lot better. We wish them both well.
So many positive comments about last night at Northside. 27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and at times, 3 for Mainstream. Annette didn't pick the joker, so it jackpots & Barry won the chocolate. We all signed a card for Margaret and it seems that Yvonne is doing a lot better. We wish them both well.
19th July 2018
Had a good night at Northside again. The books say there were 23 dancers in the hall, but I'm so sure we danced 3 squares just the once. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. Great to have Dougal Findlay visiting - of course, we had had him do a bracket of calling. Desiree didn't find the Joker and Patricia won the chocolate. We also had a get well card being signed for Yvonne, who is recovering in hospital. Tried out a new song, "Go away little Girl", needs more work.
Had a good night at Northside again. The books say there were 23 dancers in the hall, but I'm so sure we danced 3 squares just the once. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. Great to have Dougal Findlay visiting - of course, we had had him do a bracket of calling. Desiree didn't find the Joker and Patricia won the chocolate. We also had a get well card being signed for Yvonne, who is recovering in hospital. Tried out a new song, "Go away little Girl", needs more work.
12th July 2018
Another awesome night at Northside. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Chris visiting with us. Also Eden joined us for the night. Also really nice to have Ron & Hazel back with us after an extended absence. I tried out a new song, "Boy named Sue" an old Johnny Cash song, it went over well. The joker draw back to $2 and Shirley won the chocolate.
Another awesome night at Northside. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Chris visiting with us. Also Eden joined us for the night. Also really nice to have Ron & Hazel back with us after an extended absence. I tried out a new song, "Boy named Sue" an old Johnny Cash song, it went over well. The joker draw back to $2 and Shirley won the chocolate.
5th July 2018
Another good night at Northside. 21 dancers in the hall. Started with 1 square for Plus, finished with 2. Danced 2 squares all night for Mainstream. Tried out the newest version of my next Singing call release "Proving my Love". Probably looking at recording a vocal this weekend. Still perfecting Reverse 1/2 Sashay 1 1/2 after a Flutterwheel. Finally, the Joker draw went off. Viv won the $78 and Faith won the chocolate draw. Thanks to all club members for making these nights so enjoyable. So everybody knows, Jim has had his operation , but will probably be unable to dance for 6 months. Also, I probably don't acknowledge it enough - Thanks to Mike for coming in every week to do the door, even though he doesn't dance and thanks to all the the other helpers that tidy up at the end of the night, it is much appreciated.
Another good night at Northside. 21 dancers in the hall. Started with 1 square for Plus, finished with 2. Danced 2 squares all night for Mainstream. Tried out the newest version of my next Singing call release "Proving my Love". Probably looking at recording a vocal this weekend. Still perfecting Reverse 1/2 Sashay 1 1/2 after a Flutterwheel. Finally, the Joker draw went off. Viv won the $78 and Faith won the chocolate draw. Thanks to all club members for making these nights so enjoyable. So everybody knows, Jim has had his operation , but will probably be unable to dance for 6 months. Also, I probably don't acknowledge it enough - Thanks to Mike for coming in every week to do the door, even though he doesn't dance and thanks to all the the other helpers that tidy up at the end of the night, it is much appreciated.
28th June 2018
Just the best night at Northside. 25 dancers in the hall - 2 squares for Plus and we did dance 3 for Mainstream once. Dancers chose a lot of the music ranmdomly by letter number and request - we got some interesting songs and Hoedowns. Phil missed out on the joker draw - $78 next week and John Schultz won the chocolate. Some of our members have had recent operations and medical iissues and we wish them well in their recoveries.
Just the best night at Northside. 25 dancers in the hall - 2 squares for Plus and we did dance 3 for Mainstream once. Dancers chose a lot of the music ranmdomly by letter number and request - we got some interesting songs and Hoedowns. Phil missed out on the joker draw - $78 next week and John Schultz won the chocolate. Some of our members have had recent operations and medical iissues and we wish them well in their recoveries.
21st June 2018
Great dance at Northside with 25 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares for Plus and sometimes 3 for Mainstream. Great to have David & Faith back after their "3 Queens" cruise. Also good to have Viv's granddaughter Eden with us and also Russell , one of the club's founders. Sorry to hear John's crook and good luck to Jim after his operation. Joker drawer is still building, only 17 cards left. Ray won the chocolate. Tried out my new song, "Proving my Love" a Ricky Nelson original.
Great dance at Northside with 25 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares for Plus and sometimes 3 for Mainstream. Great to have David & Faith back after their "3 Queens" cruise. Also good to have Viv's granddaughter Eden with us and also Russell , one of the club's founders. Sorry to hear John's crook and good luck to Jim after his operation. Joker drawer is still building, only 17 cards left. Ray won the chocolate. Tried out my new song, "Proving my Love" a Ricky Nelson original.
14th June 2018
Fabulous night at Northside. 26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2, sometimes 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Rob & Elaine Davis & Julie-Anne visiting. Elaine did a PLUS & a Mainstream bracket as well as a share bracket with me. Joker draw still building, $74.00 next week. And 2 Chocolates were won for the door prize. We also did one round dance with, I think, 6 couples. Also good to have Viv back after her Mackay trip.
Fabulous night at Northside. 26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2, sometimes 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Rob & Elaine Davis & Julie-Anne visiting. Elaine did a PLUS & a Mainstream bracket as well as a share bracket with me. Joker draw still building, $74.00 next week. And 2 Chocolates were won for the door prize. We also did one round dance with, I think, 6 couples. Also good to have Viv back after her Mackay trip.
7th June 2018
A little bit slow last night. Only 16 through the door. 1 square for Plus and sometimes 2 for Mainstream.
Many apologies for various reasons, I'm sure it will be back to normal next week.
Good to see Garaham Lawson back on deck after his hospitalisation. We presented him with a GET WELL card.
I was gonna post it, but he was there.
It was a self serve night, no door person, no Joker draw, no chocolate for the door prize - they all jackpot until next week.
A little bit slow last night. Only 16 through the door. 1 square for Plus and sometimes 2 for Mainstream.
Many apologies for various reasons, I'm sure it will be back to normal next week.
Good to see Garaham Lawson back on deck after his hospitalisation. We presented him with a GET WELL card.
I was gonna post it, but he was there.
It was a self serve night, no door person, no Joker draw, no chocolate for the door prize - they all jackpot until next week.
31st May 2018
23 dancers in the hall last night. Ended up with 2 squares for Plus eventually, and 2 squares all night for Mainstream. Introduced Reverse 1/2 Sashay 1 /1/2, we got it after a few tries. Margaret H missed out on the Joker draw (it will be $70 next week) Margaret Baines won the Chocolate. Dancers are coming up with some interesting song requests and we are also doing quite a few random song picks.
23 dancers in the hall last night. Ended up with 2 squares for Plus eventually, and 2 squares all night for Mainstream. Introduced Reverse 1/2 Sashay 1 /1/2, we got it after a few tries. Margaret H missed out on the Joker draw (it will be $70 next week) Margaret Baines won the Chocolate. Dancers are coming up with some interesting song requests and we are also doing quite a few random song picks.
24th May 2018
Everyone kept telling me what a great time they were having. 21 dancers in the hall. Eventually 2 squares for Plus (started at 6.50pm) and 2 squares all night for Mainstream. Did a couple of cued rounds (4 couples).
Jim missed the Joker draw and Barry won the chocolate.
A few apologies - and it looks like Margaret will be back next week.
Everyone kept telling me what a great time they were having. 21 dancers in the hall. Eventually 2 squares for Plus (started at 6.50pm) and 2 squares all night for Mainstream. Did a couple of cued rounds (4 couples).
Jim missed the Joker draw and Barry won the chocolate.
A few apologies - and it looks like Margaret will be back next week.
17th May 2018
Another great night at Northside. 27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares of Plus ready to go at 10 to 7. We did dance 3 squares for Mainstream probably half the night. Apologies from Ray and also from Elsa. 2 new ladies Joan & Kaylene danced with us last night. Jim missed out on the Joker draw and John won the chocolate. We played with Dixie Grand from "magic columns". Good to have Yvonne & Phil back after their son's visit. 6 couples enjoyed the cued rounds.
Another great night at Northside. 27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares of Plus ready to go at 10 to 7. We did dance 3 squares for Mainstream probably half the night. Apologies from Ray and also from Elsa. 2 new ladies Joan & Kaylene danced with us last night. Jim missed out on the Joker draw and John won the chocolate. We played with Dixie Grand from "magic columns". Good to have Yvonne & Phil back after their son's visit. 6 couples enjoyed the cued rounds.
10th May 2018
23 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares of Plus dancers very enthusiastic and ready to go at 6.45pm. The dancers are learning Peel the Top from Columns. We danced 2 squares of Mainstream all night as well. Played with Reverse Dixie Style for a while. Joker draw didn't go off, will be $64 next week. Great to see Elsa with us again. Still many off on holidays, I hope they're having a good time. Margaret joined me on stage for a bracket.
23 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares of Plus dancers very enthusiastic and ready to go at 6.45pm. The dancers are learning Peel the Top from Columns. We danced 2 squares of Mainstream all night as well. Played with Reverse Dixie Style for a while. Joker draw didn't go off, will be $64 next week. Great to see Elsa with us again. Still many off on holidays, I hope they're having a good time. Margaret joined me on stage for a bracket.
3rd May 2018
A great night last night. 25 dancers in the hall. danced mostly 2 squares for Mainstream & Plus. We did get 3 squares for one bracket. Numbers are starting to recover from the travellers. Great to have Mike & Di as well as John & Desiree back with us. A new lady, Elsa joined us last night. She is from Canberra and danced with Alan Kerr at KerrlyQ's. We hope she'll decide to stay with us. Joker draw still building - $62.00 next week.
A great night last night. 25 dancers in the hall. danced mostly 2 squares for Mainstream & Plus. We did get 3 squares for one bracket. Numbers are starting to recover from the travellers. Great to have Mike & Di as well as John & Desiree back with us. A new lady, Elsa joined us last night. She is from Canberra and danced with Alan Kerr at KerrlyQ's. We hope she'll decide to stay with us. Joker draw still building - $62.00 next week.
26th April 2018
Really enjoyed last night at Norhside. 23 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus & Mainstream. Mark missed the Joker draw ($58.00 next week) and Graham won the Chocolate. Still quite a few away for various reasons, they'll be back soon.
Really enjoyed last night at Norhside. 23 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus & Mainstream. Mark missed the Joker draw ($58.00 next week) and Graham won the Chocolate. Still quite a few away for various reasons, they'll be back soon.
19th April 2018
Well....numbers down to 20 last night. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. But what a fun night we had. Dunno why, but it just went off. Sharyn didn't pick the Joker. Russell Mole and his sister Lyndel (foundation club members) joined us for the night. Lyndel won the chocolate draw. Played with some asymmetric Plus and 1/2 Sashayed Dixie style in Mainstream. Dancers helped pick the songs by letter & number. Just a great night.
Well....numbers down to 20 last night. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. But what a fun night we had. Dunno why, but it just went off. Sharyn didn't pick the Joker. Russell Mole and his sister Lyndel (foundation club members) joined us for the night. Lyndel won the chocolate draw. Played with some asymmetric Plus and 1/2 Sashayed Dixie style in Mainstream. Dancers helped pick the songs by letter & number. Just a great night.
12th April 2018
Another great night with 29 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Played with asymmetrical Dixie Grand at Plus and Scoot Back 1 1/2 during M/S. Joker draw didn't go off (now $56) and Phil won the chocolate. Next week will be the test with the National Convention. Even put on a pre-cued Round dance.
Another great night with 29 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Played with asymmetrical Dixie Grand at Plus and Scoot Back 1 1/2 during M/S. Joker draw didn't go off (now $56) and Phil won the chocolate. Next week will be the test with the National Convention. Even put on a pre-cued Round dance.
5th April 2018
Oh What a night!! Good name for a song - perfect description for last night. 29 through the door. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream. Played a little with 1/2 Sashayed and Reverse Dixie Style. Did quite a few random choice and request singing calls. Robyn didn't win the Joker draw and Sheryl did win the chocolate. Thank you to all club members for a great night.
Oh What a night!! Good name for a song - perfect description for last night. 29 through the door. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream. Played a little with 1/2 Sashayed and Reverse Dixie Style. Did quite a few random choice and request singing calls. Robyn didn't win the Joker draw and Sheryl did win the chocolate. Thank you to all club members for a great night.
29th March 2018
Well, as predicted, numbers were a little down this week. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream, 21 dancers through the door. Still, it was a great night and everyone hade fun. Fabulous to have Rob & Elaine visit and of course, we had Elaine do a few calls. Joker draw still building and I did an extra chocolate bunny door prize for Easter.
Well, as predicted, numbers were a little down this week. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream, 21 dancers through the door. Still, it was a great night and everyone hade fun. Fabulous to have Rob & Elaine visit and of course, we had Elaine do a few calls. Joker draw still building and I did an extra chocolate bunny door prize for Easter.
22nd March 2018
I'm so enjoying Northside this year, obviously so are the dancers, they keep coming in good numbers. 29 through the door last night. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares most of the night for Mainstream. Even did a couple of cued Rounds. Good to have Eden with us again. Did a bit of work on Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave, all went well. Eden didn't win the Joker draw, but Jim did win the chocolate. Joker draw is up to $50 next week. Ron came along in his Commonwealth Games volunteer uniform, we won't see them for a few weeks now until after the Games. Some dancers preparing to travel to Perth for the National, have fun, we'll miss you.
I'm so enjoying Northside this year, obviously so are the dancers, they keep coming in good numbers. 29 through the door last night. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares most of the night for Mainstream. Even did a couple of cued Rounds. Good to have Eden with us again. Did a bit of work on Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave, all went well. Eden didn't win the Joker draw, but Jim did win the chocolate. Joker draw is up to $50 next week. Ron came along in his Commonwealth Games volunteer uniform, we won't see them for a few weeks now until after the Games. Some dancers preparing to travel to Perth for the National, have fun, we'll miss you.
15th March 2018
Thank you to the club members for another successful night at Northside. 29 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Weather predictions were way off, it was a beautiful warm evening. Dancers were ready for Plus at 10 to, so we started early. Great to see Heather Pennington back from NZ. Hazel there, but not dancing, get better soon. Lawrie also suffering a bit and left early. Also great to see Sheryl turn up.
Thank you to the club members for another successful night at Northside. 29 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Weather predictions were way off, it was a beautiful warm evening. Dancers were ready for Plus at 10 to, so we started early. Great to see Heather Pennington back from NZ. Hazel there, but not dancing, get better soon. Lawrie also suffering a bit and left early. Also great to see Sheryl turn up.
8th March 2018
Well, with the drop in temperature and the rain holding off, what a great night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 25 through the door. Even so, there were a few apologies for the night and some regulars missing. I demo'd my new Christmas song and made a recording, dancer reaction was fabulous. Good mix of new and old music, the joint was rockin'. David Pearce didn't pick the Joker, so it jackpots again. Hazel won the chocolate door prize for the 2nd week in a row. We also had a visit from Ross Garling, he & Jan are now living in Airlie Beach.
Well, with the drop in temperature and the rain holding off, what a great night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 25 through the door. Even so, there were a few apologies for the night and some regulars missing. I demo'd my new Christmas song and made a recording, dancer reaction was fabulous. Good mix of new and old music, the joint was rockin'. David Pearce didn't pick the Joker, so it jackpots again. Hazel won the chocolate door prize for the 2nd week in a row. We also had a visit from Ross Garling, he & Jan are now living in Airlie Beach.
1st March 2018
Another fabulous night at Northside. So hot, but still people enjoyed dancing. 26 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. We did dance 3 squares for the early part of the night, but slowed down to 2 as we started feeling the heat. It was Yvonne's birthday, so I did her favourite song "The magic is There". Margaret did a bracket for us. Good to have Viv's grandaughter Eden visiting. Joker draw still building, now upto $44. Now it's Autumn we should lose a little of the hot weather. Our vinyl stickers arrived and dancers seemed to be happy to have them.
Another fabulous night at Northside. So hot, but still people enjoyed dancing. 26 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. We did dance 3 squares for the early part of the night, but slowed down to 2 as we started feeling the heat. It was Yvonne's birthday, so I did her favourite song "The magic is There". Margaret did a bracket for us. Good to have Viv's grandaughter Eden visiting. Joker draw still building, now upto $44. Now it's Autumn we should lose a little of the hot weather. Our vinyl stickers arrived and dancers seemed to be happy to have them.
22nd Februrary 2018
Fabulous time at Northside tonight. I was expecting a slow night due to inclement weather, but...... 33 dancers through the door. 2+ squares for Plus and we did dance 4 squares for Mainstream a couple of times. The heavy rain held off until after the dance. I'm a lot happier with my choreo this week than last. The Joker drawer is still building and Margaret Baines won the chocolate. Margaret & I did a bracket together. Stickers have not arrived.
Fabulous time at Northside tonight. I was expecting a slow night due to inclement weather, but...... 33 dancers through the door. 2+ squares for Plus and we did dance 4 squares for Mainstream a couple of times. The heavy rain held off until after the dance. I'm a lot happier with my choreo this week than last. The Joker drawer is still building and Margaret Baines won the chocolate. Margaret & I did a bracket together. Stickers have not arrived.
15th Februrary 2018
15 Dancers throught the door tonight. The heat is really getting to club numbers. Lets hope for some Autumn weather soon. We did some 6 couple rectangles, even a cued round dance. Joker draw still building, $40 next week. I've ordered some vinyl stickers for the club, they should be here by next week.
15 Dancers throught the door tonight. The heat is really getting to club numbers. Lets hope for some Autumn weather soon. We did some 6 couple rectangles, even a cued round dance. Joker draw still building, $40 next week. I've ordered some vinyl stickers for the club, they should be here by next week.
8th Februrary 2018
Just over 3 1/2 squares in the hall last night. We danced 3 squares most of the night. I had a number of comments that people had really enjoyed the night. I tried out a number of new songs with mixed success. Some are still a work in progress. Joker drawer still building. Mike still made the effort to come along and do the door, even though Di was indisposed. Margaret Baines was also indisposed, we hope they are both back next week. Liz, John, David & Faith (Rambling 8's) with us, good to see them all.
Just over 3 1/2 squares in the hall last night. We danced 3 squares most of the night. I had a number of comments that people had really enjoyed the night. I tried out a number of new songs with mixed success. Some are still a work in progress. Joker drawer still building. Mike still made the effort to come along and do the door, even though Di was indisposed. Margaret Baines was also indisposed, we hope they are both back next week. Liz, John, David & Faith (Rambling 8's) with us, good to see them all.
1st Februrary 2018 - 1st dance night of the year
Well, it was great first night. I started a little rusty, but the night went well.
2+ squares for Plus and 3+ squares for Mainstream. A couple of visitors, Liz & John.
They used to dance with Rambling 8's, great to have them with us.
The heat backed off a little , so it was good dancing weather. Joker draw still building.
Still a few dancers not back on deck yet, hope we see them soon.
Well, it was great first night. I started a little rusty, but the night went well.
2+ squares for Plus and 3+ squares for Mainstream. A couple of visitors, Liz & John.
They used to dance with Rambling 8's, great to have them with us.
The heat backed off a little , so it was good dancing weather. Joker draw still building.
Still a few dancers not back on deck yet, hope we see them soon.
End of 2017 - See you on the 1st February 2018
7th December 2017 - Christmas party & Break-up night
Fabulous, awesome night at Northside. 35 dancers in the hall. 3 squares for the first bracket of Plus, 4 squares for the first bracket of Mainstream (we danced 3 for the rest of the night. The hall was decorated accordingly - the tree was a bit dodgy (I can't trim a tree as well as Rosalie). Dancers were really happy to see Rosalie in the hall, it was the first time in more than 4 months. We had David Pearce & Margaret Baines calling, as well as yours truly. The raffles were numerous, 4-5 Prizes drawn between each bracket of dancing. The joker wasn't won, so it starts the New Year at $34.00. The next thing you know it was supper time, and there was heaps, never seen the tables groaning under that much weight before. What a way to end the year. Thanks everybody, for a wonderful dance year and looking forward to bigger & better next year. Sorry, no pics, too busy having fun.
Fabulous, awesome night at Northside. 35 dancers in the hall. 3 squares for the first bracket of Plus, 4 squares for the first bracket of Mainstream (we danced 3 for the rest of the night. The hall was decorated accordingly - the tree was a bit dodgy (I can't trim a tree as well as Rosalie). Dancers were really happy to see Rosalie in the hall, it was the first time in more than 4 months. We had David Pearce & Margaret Baines calling, as well as yours truly. The raffles were numerous, 4-5 Prizes drawn between each bracket of dancing. The joker wasn't won, so it starts the New Year at $34.00. The next thing you know it was supper time, and there was heaps, never seen the tables groaning under that much weight before. What a way to end the year. Thanks everybody, for a wonderful dance year and looking forward to bigger & better next year. Sorry, no pics, too busy having fun.
30th November 2017 - The penultimate dance of the year
Had a great time last night. 25 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for PLUS & Mainstream. Never made the 3rd square, even though we had the people. It was a fairly hot night, but it didn't stop us having a good time. Joker draw still building. Next week is our big Christmas party & break-up night - expecting a crowd. Bring money for our huge raffle night, door entry will be free. Please bring a plate for supper. Rosalie is hoping to attend, even if only for a short while.
Had a great time last night. 25 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for PLUS & Mainstream. Never made the 3rd square, even though we had the people. It was a fairly hot night, but it didn't stop us having a good time. Joker draw still building. Next week is our big Christmas party & break-up night - expecting a crowd. Bring money for our huge raffle night, door entry will be free. Please bring a plate for supper. Rosalie is hoping to attend, even if only for a short while.
23rd November 2017
Not a bad night. 22 dancers in the hall. 1 1/2 squares for Plus and 2 1/2 for Mainstream. Margaret had a bracket. Joker draw still building. only 2 more dancing nights to go. Looking forward to the Christmas party on the 7th December.
Not a bad night. 22 dancers in the hall. 1 1/2 squares for Plus and 2 1/2 for Mainstream. Margaret had a bracket. Joker draw still building. only 2 more dancing nights to go. Looking forward to the Christmas party on the 7th December.
16th November 2017 - Excellent night
Oh what a night - as they say. 2 Squares of dancers ready to go with Plus. 25 Dancers in the hall, we did dance 3 squares a few times. It was just one of those nights, hard to put my finger on what went so right. Joker draw still building. We still miss Rosalie, we do hope she'll be back at club soon. Only 3 more club nights to go for 2017.
Oh what a night - as they say. 2 Squares of dancers ready to go with Plus. 25 Dancers in the hall, we did dance 3 squares a few times. It was just one of those nights, hard to put my finger on what went so right. Joker draw still building. We still miss Rosalie, we do hope she'll be back at club soon. Only 3 more club nights to go for 2017.
9th November 2017
Another good night at Northside. 23 in the hall, danced 2 squares for Plus & Mainstream. Margaret had a call. Mike & Di back on deck. Many donations coming in for the Christmas hampers now. Joker draw is still building. We have a new dancer, Mary has joined us. She hasn't danced for a little while, but is picking it up again well. Looking forward to the Society Christmas party on Saturday, quite a few Northsiders will be in attendance.
Another good night at Northside. 23 in the hall, danced 2 squares for Plus & Mainstream. Margaret had a call. Mike & Di back on deck. Many donations coming in for the Christmas hampers now. Joker draw is still building. We have a new dancer, Mary has joined us. She hasn't danced for a little while, but is picking it up again well. Looking forward to the Society Christmas party on Saturday, quite a few Northsiders will be in attendance.
2nd November 2017 - Good night, but hot.
2 squares of Plus dancer ready to go at 10 to 7. Never gonna try to curb enthusiasm!!!
We ended up with 24 dancers in the hall, but danced 2 squares all night.
I tried out a couple of new Hoedowns and a couple of new Singing calls.
Need to do 1/2 Sashayed & Reverse Dixie Styles a bit more often.
Also good to have Margaret on stage for a bracket.
Good to see dancers starting to bring in donations for our Christmas Hamper raffles.
Joker draw is still building, it will be $24 next week.
2 squares of Plus dancer ready to go at 10 to 7. Never gonna try to curb enthusiasm!!!
We ended up with 24 dancers in the hall, but danced 2 squares all night.
I tried out a couple of new Hoedowns and a couple of new Singing calls.
Need to do 1/2 Sashayed & Reverse Dixie Styles a bit more often.
Also good to have Margaret on stage for a bracket.
Good to see dancers starting to bring in donations for our Christmas Hamper raffles.
Joker draw is still building, it will be $24 next week.
26th October 2017 - A bit of a slow night.
Well, after last week, I should have expected a slow night last night. 13 dancers in the hall. Admittedly the T.V. news was talking massive storms and major hail. None of which eventuated in this area. Barely got wet at all. Those that braved the poor weather report had a good night, but we finished early. Many are travelling to Gympie for the Shindig. I'll be there on Saturday.
Well, after last week, I should have expected a slow night last night. 13 dancers in the hall. Admittedly the T.V. news was talking massive storms and major hail. None of which eventuated in this area. Barely got wet at all. Those that braved the poor weather report had a good night, but we finished early. Many are travelling to Gympie for the Shindig. I'll be there on Saturday.
19th October 2017 - What a fabulous night.
Biggest night so far this year, There were 3 squares of dancers ready to go at 6.45pm for Plus. And they kept coming. 31 dancers in the hall last night. We danced 3 squares for most of the Mainstream session as well. There were still a few people away, they missed a really good night. Great to have Elaine with us, she called a couple of brackets and helped me close the night. We did our new duet "Play that Song" (Heart & Soul). It seemed to go over well. Joker will be up to $20 next week. Still workshopping Crossfire at Plus - we'll get it eventually.
Biggest night so far this year, There were 3 squares of dancers ready to go at 6.45pm for Plus. And they kept coming. 31 dancers in the hall last night. We danced 3 squares for most of the Mainstream session as well. There were still a few people away, they missed a really good night. Great to have Elaine with us, she called a couple of brackets and helped me close the night. We did our new duet "Play that Song" (Heart & Soul). It seemed to go over well. Joker will be up to $20 next week. Still workshopping Crossfire at Plus - we'll get it eventually.
12th October 2017 - A hot night!!!
20 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares dancing for Plus & Mainstream. It was a pretty hot night. Good to see Mark, Goody & Mayet with their new club badges. Will have to sort out the Flouro on stage - it was flickering a bit. I wonder if I know someone that works in a hardware store? Joker draw still building. Still working on Crossfire at Plus level.
20 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares dancing for Plus & Mainstream. It was a pretty hot night. Good to see Mark, Goody & Mayet with their new club badges. Will have to sort out the Flouro on stage - it was flickering a bit. I wonder if I know someone that works in a hardware store? Joker draw still building. Still working on Crossfire at Plus level.
5th October 2017 - What a night!!!
22 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus and Mainstream. So many apologies due to people being away on holidays. great to have Patricia & Laurie back, even if Laurie is still a bit restricted. Also good to have Barry & Heather with us again. In Plus, we again worked Peel the Top and Crossfire. In Mainstream, we work-shopped Zoom and Half Zoom from columns. Many comments about what a good time people had.
22 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus and Mainstream. So many apologies due to people being away on holidays. great to have Patricia & Laurie back, even if Laurie is still a bit restricted. Also good to have Barry & Heather with us again. In Plus, we again worked Peel the Top and Crossfire. In Mainstream, we work-shopped Zoom and Half Zoom from columns. Many comments about what a good time people had.
28th September 2017 - What a night!!!
Just one of those really special nights. 27 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus which started 10 minutes early. Mainstream, was 3 squares most of the night. In Plus, we worked Peel the Top and Crossfire. In Mainstream, we played with Reverse & 1/2 Sashayed Dixie Style. More new music to try out. Good to have David & Faith Pearce with us, also good to have David on stage calling. It might be one of the last opportunities, as David has announced his retirement at the end of 2017. Joker draw now up to $14. Lots of well wishes for Rosalie's recovery, she's doing well. She is however, getting impatient, and wants to be well NOW!!!
Just one of those really special nights. 27 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus which started 10 minutes early. Mainstream, was 3 squares most of the night. In Plus, we worked Peel the Top and Crossfire. In Mainstream, we played with Reverse & 1/2 Sashayed Dixie Style. More new music to try out. Good to have David & Faith Pearce with us, also good to have David on stage calling. It might be one of the last opportunities, as David has announced his retirement at the end of 2017. Joker draw now up to $14. Lots of well wishes for Rosalie's recovery, she's doing well. She is however, getting impatient, and wants to be well NOW!!!
21st September 2017 - Enjoyable night
Had a great time. 24 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus and Mainstream. Plus pretty much turned into a "Crossfire" workshop. Tried out a couple of new Singing Calls, O.K there were also a couple of new Hoedowns too. Thanks again Desiree for more roses, Rosalie loved them. Mike back on the door and all is right with the world. Joker draw now up to $12. Good to hear that Patricia & Laurie are on the mend after their recent surgeries.
Had a great time. 24 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus and Mainstream. Plus pretty much turned into a "Crossfire" workshop. Tried out a couple of new Singing Calls, O.K there were also a couple of new Hoedowns too. Thanks again Desiree for more roses, Rosalie loved them. Mike back on the door and all is right with the world. Joker draw now up to $12. Good to hear that Patricia & Laurie are on the mend after their recent surgeries.
14th September 2017 - Another good night
Enjoyed the night. 22 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus and Mainstream. Dancers picked a lot of music randomly by letter & number as well as a few requests. Bruce & Gail received their club badges. Thanks Desiree for the flowers, Rosalie loved them. Mike & Di away, thanks to Margaret (good to see her) for stepping in and handling the door. Thanks also to Hazel for the work in the kitchen. What a great club this is.
Enjoyed the night. 22 dancers in the hall. 2 Squares for Plus and Mainstream. Dancers picked a lot of music randomly by letter & number as well as a few requests. Bruce & Gail received their club badges. Thanks Desiree for the flowers, Rosalie loved them. Mike & Di away, thanks to Margaret (good to see her) for stepping in and handling the door. Thanks also to Hazel for the work in the kitchen. What a great club this is.
7th September 2017 - Fabulous night
Awesome night of dancing tonight. 25 dancers in the hall. Plus started early, about 10 to. Dancers squared up, so I had to race up to the stage to start calling. 2 Squares for Plus and 3 squares early on for Mainstream. We played with Scoot Back Once and a Half tonight. Interesting concept that the dancers eventually got and enjoyed. Everyone asking after Rosalie's Health, happy to learn she's coming home tomorrow. This was the kind of night you wish for. I have have ordered new badges for a couple who have recently joined us.
Awesome night of dancing tonight. 25 dancers in the hall. Plus started early, about 10 to. Dancers squared up, so I had to race up to the stage to start calling. 2 Squares for Plus and 3 squares early on for Mainstream. We played with Scoot Back Once and a Half tonight. Interesting concept that the dancers eventually got and enjoyed. Everyone asking after Rosalie's Health, happy to learn she's coming home tomorrow. This was the kind of night you wish for. I have have ordered new badges for a couple who have recently joined us.
31st August 2017 - NO DANCING TONIGHT
Rosalie is having surgery today - it's a huge operation - My Mind and Body need to be with her.
I'll see you all next week with (hopefully) good news.
Rosalie is having surgery today - it's a huge operation - My Mind and Body need to be with her.
I'll see you all next week with (hopefully) good news.
25th August 2017 - Awesome night
Again sorry about last week. It turns out the power bill did not get paid.
Major apologies to those who I was unable to contact and turned up to a hall in darkness.
Hi folks, what a great night last night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and Mainstream, 22 dancers in the hall. Visiting callers Elaine & David Pearce - we enjoyed their calls. Visitors, Goody, Mark, Jim, Sharon, Gail, Bruce, as well as David & Faith Pearce. good to have Phil & Yvonne back with us, even though Phil is a little temporarily disabled at the moment. Barry did the door, he can't dance due to some temporary medical issues. Still quite a few away on Holidays.
Again sorry about last week. It turns out the power bill did not get paid.
Major apologies to those who I was unable to contact and turned up to a hall in darkness.
Hi folks, what a great night last night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and Mainstream, 22 dancers in the hall. Visiting callers Elaine & David Pearce - we enjoyed their calls. Visitors, Goody, Mark, Jim, Sharon, Gail, Bruce, as well as David & Faith Pearce. good to have Phil & Yvonne back with us, even though Phil is a little temporarily disabled at the moment. Barry did the door, he can't dance due to some temporary medical issues. Still quite a few away on Holidays.
17th August 2017 - NO DANCING
Got a phone call about 5pm saying there was no power in the hall. Was at the hall from about 5.30pm until 7.25pm. Phoned as many people as I could , but was still unable to contact some. Sorry for the inconvenience folks. Especially those who drove to the hall and found it in darkness. All will be good for next week.
See you all then.
Got a phone call about 5pm saying there was no power in the hall. Was at the hall from about 5.30pm until 7.25pm. Phoned as many people as I could , but was still unable to contact some. Sorry for the inconvenience folks. Especially those who drove to the hall and found it in darkness. All will be good for next week.
See you all then.
10th August 2017 - Another good night
21 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for Plus and Mainstream. 2 new dancers came along last night, from one of the local clubs. They seemed to have a good time and have indicated that they would like to become regulars, they are most welcome. Good to Have Elaine, Rob & Julie-Anne with us.
Elaine blessed us with her calling skills and we did our duet again.
Did my upcoming new releases "Oh Carol" and "Well Alright" - again, well received by the dancers
Rosalie not with us, due to illness - she's in hospital. Pain not yet under control.
Check out some new videos from the State Convention, HERE
21 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for Plus and Mainstream. 2 new dancers came along last night, from one of the local clubs. They seemed to have a good time and have indicated that they would like to become regulars, they are most welcome. Good to Have Elaine, Rob & Julie-Anne with us.
Elaine blessed us with her calling skills and we did our duet again.
Did my upcoming new releases "Oh Carol" and "Well Alright" - again, well received by the dancers
Rosalie not with us, due to illness - she's in hospital. Pain not yet under control.
Check out some new videos from the State Convention, HERE
3rd August 2017 - Fantastic night
If you weren't there, you missed a good night. Only 17 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for most of Plus and also for most of the Mainstream. Great to have a couple of visitors, Jeannette & Martin from Carpenter & Co. SD club in Tuggerah. N.S.W. They drove up from the Gold Coast to dance with us.
Did my upcoming new releases "Oh Carol" and "Well Alright", well received by the dancers
Robyn won the Joker Draw at $20, back to $2 next week.
Rosalie not with us, due to illness. Quite a few missing due to illness. Thanks to everybody for pitching in. Special thanks to Mike for being our Doorman.
Finished the night with 2 classics - "Louisiana Man" and "Beautiful Noise".
Lets' see if this VIDEO works, it's from last weekends Convention.
If you weren't there, you missed a good night. Only 17 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for most of Plus and also for most of the Mainstream. Great to have a couple of visitors, Jeannette & Martin from Carpenter & Co. SD club in Tuggerah. N.S.W. They drove up from the Gold Coast to dance with us.
Did my upcoming new releases "Oh Carol" and "Well Alright", well received by the dancers
Robyn won the Joker Draw at $20, back to $2 next week.
Rosalie not with us, due to illness. Quite a few missing due to illness. Thanks to everybody for pitching in. Special thanks to Mike for being our Doorman.
Finished the night with 2 classics - "Louisiana Man" and "Beautiful Noise".
Lets' see if this VIDEO works, it's from last weekends Convention.
27th July 2017 - Fantastic night
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 16 dancers in the hall.
I don't really know why, but it was one of those really good nights , even with numbers down.
I was expecting a few people to be away because of the State Convention over the coming weekend.
Did my upcoming release "Oh Carol" and the dancers requested I do it again later in the Evening.
Finished a few minutes early but on a real HIGH.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 16 dancers in the hall.
I don't really know why, but it was one of those really good nights , even with numbers down.
I was expecting a few people to be away because of the State Convention over the coming weekend.
Did my upcoming release "Oh Carol" and the dancers requested I do it again later in the Evening.
Finished a few minutes early but on a real HIGH.
20th July 2017 - "Oh! What a Night"
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 24 dancers in the hall.
Great to have Rob, Elaine & Julie-Anne with us.
Elaine & I shared a hoedown & duet as well as Elaine having her own bracket.
Dragged a few oldies from the back of the laptop.
We did have the heaters going full bore, "Baby, it was cold Outside" (great segway).
Joker draw still building, $18 next week, and Carol won the chocolate again.
Many club members will be at the Rambling 8's Christmas in July this Friday night.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 24 dancers in the hall.
Great to have Rob, Elaine & Julie-Anne with us.
Elaine & I shared a hoedown & duet as well as Elaine having her own bracket.
Dragged a few oldies from the back of the laptop.
We did have the heaters going full bore, "Baby, it was cold Outside" (great segway).
Joker draw still building, $18 next week, and Carol won the chocolate again.
Many club members will be at the Rambling 8's Christmas in July this Friday night.
13th July 2017 - Great night again
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
So enthusiastic, we started 15 minutes early
Counted nearly a square of our other regulars away.
Great to have Julia with us. Also, Margaret Baines was here, had a couple of dances.
Elaine & Rob also with us, she had a couple of calls and we "nailed" our duet.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
So enthusiastic, we started 15 minutes early
Counted nearly a square of our other regulars away.
Great to have Julia with us. Also, Margaret Baines was here, had a couple of dances.
Elaine & Rob also with us, she had a couple of calls and we "nailed" our duet.
6th July 2017 - We had a ball
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
Enjoyed working with Rev. Dixie Style and Left Handed Spin Chain Thru.
Great to have Jan & Ross from Rambling 8's with us again, hoping they'll be regulars
Some of our other regulars are about to go on short holidays.
Joker draw still building.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
Enjoyed working with Rev. Dixie Style and Left Handed Spin Chain Thru.
Great to have Jan & Ross from Rambling 8's with us again, hoping they'll be regulars
Some of our other regulars are about to go on short holidays.
Joker draw still building.
29th June 2017 - Another great night
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 24 dancers in the hall.
Plenty of spare dancers for those that want a cuppa or a break, still counted nearly a square away.
I asked Rosalie to record (video) a new song I just bought. "Rolling Along" on the Chic label, not too bad for a 1st attempt. Check this YouTube VIDEO
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 24 dancers in the hall.
Plenty of spare dancers for those that want a cuppa or a break, still counted nearly a square away.
I asked Rosalie to record (video) a new song I just bought. "Rolling Along" on the Chic label, not too bad for a 1st attempt. Check this YouTube VIDEO
22nd June 2017 - Fabulous Night
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 21 dancers in the hall.
Visitors tonight - Ross & Jan from Rambling 8's.
They said they had a ball and will be back, but not next week unfortunately.
Jan was drawn to pick the JOKER, but no luck for her, the jackpot grows.
Had a nice surprise from Desiree, she brought in a ream of paper to thank me for printing Bugles & Reviews.
It was a really good night and I thank everybody for making it that way.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 21 dancers in the hall.
Visitors tonight - Ross & Jan from Rambling 8's.
They said they had a ball and will be back, but not next week unfortunately.
Jan was drawn to pick the JOKER, but no luck for her, the jackpot grows.
Had a nice surprise from Desiree, she brought in a ream of paper to thank me for printing Bugles & Reviews.
It was a really good night and I thank everybody for making it that way.
15th June 2017 - Another good night
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 17 dancers in the hall.
Did another 6 couple bracket, hoedowning is getting better.
Had to keep the door closed there was a crew working deep in a large hole near our carpark.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 17 dancers in the hall.
Did another 6 couple bracket, hoedowning is getting better.
Had to keep the door closed there was a crew working deep in a large hole near our carpark.
8th June 2017 - Enjoyable night
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 16 dancers in the hall.
Dancers again ready for Plus at 6.45pm, I had to hurry my set-up so they could dance.
Did a 6 couple bracket, hoedowning is still a work in progress.
Great to have Elaine with us, we did some work together and she did her own bracket
Joker draw is only sitting on $4.00, but it will build.
Counted at least 12 dancers away, it'll be good to have everyone back, soon I hope.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 16 dancers in the hall.
Dancers again ready for Plus at 6.45pm, I had to hurry my set-up so they could dance.
Did a 6 couple bracket, hoedowning is still a work in progress.
Great to have Elaine with us, we did some work together and she did her own bracket
Joker draw is only sitting on $4.00, but it will build.
Counted at least 12 dancers away, it'll be good to have everyone back, soon I hope.
1st June 2017 - Getting very Cold
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 17 dancers in the hall.
Enthusiasm levels great, dancers ready for Plus at 6.45pm
Great to have Denice back after her holiday away (5 weeks)
Did a 6 couple bracket, I need to work on it, particularly Hoedowns.
Had an injury last night, but she seems to be doing well today.
Have rung a few of our other absentees today, most should be back soon.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 17 dancers in the hall.
Enthusiasm levels great, dancers ready for Plus at 6.45pm
Great to have Denice back after her holiday away (5 weeks)
Did a 6 couple bracket, I need to work on it, particularly Hoedowns.
Had an injury last night, but she seems to be doing well today.
Have rung a few of our other absentees today, most should be back soon.
25th May 2017 - Fabulous Night
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
Visitors tonight - David & Faith Pearce and Diane Tonkin-Taylor
David gave us a couple of brackets calling.
Enthusiasm levels great, dancers were squared up and waiting for most brackets.
Di (Mike) won the Joker Drawer - unfortunately it wasn't a large jackpot.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
Visitors tonight - David & Faith Pearce and Diane Tonkin-Taylor
David gave us a couple of brackets calling.
Enthusiasm levels great, dancers were squared up and waiting for most brackets.
Di (Mike) won the Joker Drawer - unfortunately it wasn't a large jackpot.
18th May 2017 - Rain heading our way
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
Everyone a buzz with the news that Gary P. is leaving Qld.
Really enjoyed the night, good to have "normal" numbers, more atmosphere.
Some nice feedback about my calling tonight.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. 23 dancers in the hall.
Everyone a buzz with the news that Gary P. is leaving Qld.
Really enjoyed the night, good to have "normal" numbers, more atmosphere.
Some nice feedback about my calling tonight.
11th May 2017 - Still low numbers.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We again had 16 dancers in the hall.
16 seems to be the number, but it's not always the same 16.
It seems everyone on the North side of Brisbane is suffering low numbers at the moment.
Had a really good night anyway. Elaine & Julie-Anne joined us.
Elaine called a bracket and we did a duet bracket. Finished about 10 minutes early.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We again had 16 dancers in the hall.
16 seems to be the number, but it's not always the same 16.
It seems everyone on the North side of Brisbane is suffering low numbers at the moment.
Had a really good night anyway. Elaine & Julie-Anne joined us.
Elaine called a bracket and we did a duet bracket. Finished about 10 minutes early.
4th May 2017 - Low numbers again.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We again had 16 dancers in the hall.
Did a "Rectangle" dance with 6 couples. Finished at 9pm.
Sold a few Coffee cups.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We again had 16 dancers in the hall.
Did a "Rectangle" dance with 6 couples. Finished at 9pm.
Sold a few Coffee cups.
28th April 2017 - Coffee mugs have arrived
They cost me $7.50 plus $2.08 P&H each. I'm selling them for $8.00 each to club members, if you want them.
The club is subsidising the rest. They will be available at the club next week. Pictures show both sides of the Mug. I only have 12 at this time, but I can always order more if necessary. First In, best dressed.
They cost me $7.50 plus $2.08 P&H each. I'm selling them for $8.00 each to club members, if you want them.
The club is subsidising the rest. They will be available at the club next week. Pictures show both sides of the Mug. I only have 12 at this time, but I can always order more if necessary. First In, best dressed.
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27th April 2017 - Quite a few people away
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We had 16 dancers in the hall.
As promised a few new singing Call figure using Co-ordinate from 1/2 position.
Great to have David & Faith Pearce visiting - David had a few calls.
Also good to have Lawrie and Patricia back after a few weeks away.
And would you believe it, Graham Lawson won the JOKER draw again!!!!!!!!
While numbers were down, I felt it was a really good night.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We had 16 dancers in the hall.
As promised a few new singing Call figure using Co-ordinate from 1/2 position.
Great to have David & Faith Pearce visiting - David had a few calls.
Also good to have Lawrie and Patricia back after a few weeks away.
And would you believe it, Graham Lawson won the JOKER draw again!!!!!!!!
While numbers were down, I felt it was a really good night.
20th April 2017 - Back to normal!!
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We had 23 dancers in the hall.
Did another workshop on "Co-Ordinate" from different arrangements.
A few people picked up "bugs" at the National.
Tried not to use too many "Scoot Backs" , they were overused at the National.
There are a few dancers now going on holidays, we might be light-on for a few weeks.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We had 23 dancers in the hall.
Did another workshop on "Co-Ordinate" from different arrangements.
A few people picked up "bugs" at the National.
Tried not to use too many "Scoot Backs" , they were overused at the National.
There are a few dancers now going on holidays, we might be light-on for a few weeks.
Northside Coffee Mugs will be available soon.
13th April 2017 - No Dancing due to the 58th ANSDC in Bendigo
6th April 2017 - Cooler weather, finally!!
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We had 23 dancers in the hall.
Did a bit of a workshop on "Co-Ordinate" from a few arrangements.
I practiced a few numbers for the National Convention next week.
Margaret did a couple of calls for me.
Margaret also drew her own ticket for the Joker draw, didn't win though.
Remember, no dancing next week, I'll be at the National Convention in Bendigo, Victoria.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We had 23 dancers in the hall.
Did a bit of a workshop on "Co-Ordinate" from a few arrangements.
I practiced a few numbers for the National Convention next week.
Margaret did a couple of calls for me.
Margaret also drew her own ticket for the Joker draw, didn't win though.
Remember, no dancing next week, I'll be at the National Convention in Bendigo, Victoria.
30th March 2017 - Ex Tropical Cyclone Debbie
No Dancing - Too wet for anyone to venture out unless it's an emergency.
See you all next week. So Sorry everyone!!
No Dancing - Too wet for anyone to venture out unless it's an emergency.
See you all next week. So Sorry everyone!!
23rd March 2017 - Rosalie is back, Yay!!
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 19 dancers in the hall.
While Rosalie was back, Mike did the door anyway, thanks Mike.
We had a few visitors - Di from Maryborough - Chris from Wavell.
Also David & Faith Pearce. David gave us a few calls, as did Margaret.
It was a hot night and we finished a couple of minutes early.
1 square for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 19 dancers in the hall.
While Rosalie was back, Mike did the door anyway, thanks Mike.
We had a few visitors - Di from Maryborough - Chris from Wavell.
Also David & Faith Pearce. David gave us a few calls, as did Margaret.
It was a hot night and we finished a couple of minutes early.
16th March 2017 - Very Hot night
2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 26 dancers in the hall.
Did a few Irish songs for St. Paddy's day.
Elaine with us tonight, we tried our new duet "Baby it's cold outside"
Margaret also had a call. Thanks again to Mike & Di for their help with everything.
2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 26 dancers in the hall.
Did a few Irish songs for St. Paddy's day.
Elaine with us tonight, we tried our new duet "Baby it's cold outside"
Margaret also had a call. Thanks again to Mike & Di for their help with everything.
9th March 2017 - Rosalie still away
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 23 dancers in the hall.
Still going well, I hope the number continue and/or increase.
Tried a new song tonight - a Beatles tune - still a work "in progress".
Margaret and Rosalie still away, thanks again to Mike & Di for their help.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 23 dancers in the hall.
Still going well, I hope the number continue and/or increase.
Tried a new song tonight - a Beatles tune - still a work "in progress".
Margaret and Rosalie still away, thanks again to Mike & Di for their help.
2nd March 2017 - Looking like a late storm-Hot!!
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 25 dancers in the hall.
Couldn't quite get the 3rd square on the floor.
Did a few request songs, "That's Amore" is still a crowd favourite.
This year has had a really good start (apart from the heat), I hope it continues.
Margaret and Rosalie away tonight. Mike on the door.
2 squares for Plus, 2 for Mainstream. We ended up again with 25 dancers in the hall.
Couldn't quite get the 3rd square on the floor.
Did a few request songs, "That's Amore" is still a crowd favourite.
This year has had a really good start (apart from the heat), I hope it continues.
Margaret and Rosalie away tonight. Mike on the door.
24th February 2017 - A little cooler, just!
2 squares for Plus again at 7pm. We ended up again with 24 dancers in the hall.
Worked with asymmetrics at Plus & Mainstream, all went well.
Great to have Mike & Di back. New song, "Geisha Girl" was well received.
Margaret also called a bracket.
Got some nice comments tonight about the variety of my choreography.
2 squares for Plus again at 7pm. We ended up again with 24 dancers in the hall.
Worked with asymmetrics at Plus & Mainstream, all went well.
Great to have Mike & Di back. New song, "Geisha Girl" was well received.
Margaret also called a bracket.
Got some nice comments tonight about the variety of my choreography.
16th February 2017 - Will Summer never end?
2 squares for Plus at 7pm. We ended up with 24 dancers in the hall.
Really enjoyed the Plus session tonight, did some of my new songs at Mainstream.
"House of the Rising Sun" went over well.
Worked with 1/2 Sashayed and Reverse Dixie Style as well as Left Handed Spin Chain Thru.
2 squares for Plus at 7pm. We ended up with 24 dancers in the hall.
Really enjoyed the Plus session tonight, did some of my new songs at Mainstream.
"House of the Rising Sun" went over well.
Worked with 1/2 Sashayed and Reverse Dixie Style as well as Left Handed Spin Chain Thru.
9th February 2017 - Still bloody hot
20 people ready for Plus at 7pm. We ended up with 27 dancers in the hall.
Great to have 3 squares for the first few Mainstream brackets
We haven't had Di from Buderim with us before, hope we'll see her again.
It was, as I said, very hot, ended up finishing just on 9pm.
I don't want to give anyone heat stroke. Phil won the Chocolates this week.
20 people ready for Plus at 7pm. We ended up with 27 dancers in the hall.
Great to have 3 squares for the first few Mainstream brackets
We haven't had Di from Buderim with us before, hope we'll see her again.
It was, as I said, very hot, ended up finishing just on 9pm.
I don't want to give anyone heat stroke. Phil won the Chocolates this week.
2nd February 2017 - 1st Dance night of the year
Well, it was bloody hot. Still 20 dancers in the hall - 4 were waiting at the door when we arrived.
I'll admit that I was a bit rusty, but it was a good night.
Margaret did a bracket as well.
Rosalie forgot the door prize chocolates, so we had 2 Joker draws.
Graham Lawson picked the Joker on the 2nd draw - $74 in his pocket.
Don't forget to check our Facebook page HERE
The Society website is back on-line HERE
The latest BUGLE and the new digital REVIEW are out.
Well, it was bloody hot. Still 20 dancers in the hall - 4 were waiting at the door when we arrived.
I'll admit that I was a bit rusty, but it was a good night.
Margaret did a bracket as well.
Rosalie forgot the door prize chocolates, so we had 2 Joker draws.
Graham Lawson picked the Joker on the 2nd draw - $74 in his pocket.
Don't forget to check our Facebook page HERE
The Society website is back on-line HERE
The latest BUGLE and the new digital REVIEW are out.
End of 2016 - See you on the 2nd February 2017
10th December 2016 - Changed site email
Site is now stand alone on it's own email address.
Site is now stand alone on it's own email address.
1st December 2016 - Awesome Night
40 people in the hall including 4 callers, 2 squares for Plus & 3 squares and more for Mainstream.
Everybody arrived early with enthusiasm, we thought the early storms might have affected numbers, but no....
Good to see our "Founders" Russell & Helen join us for the night.
Plenty of really good raffle hampers & other prizes.
Thanks to all those who brought raffle donations as well as all those who brought a supper plate.
Callers were Margaret, Elaine, David Pearce & of course Me.
We had 3 goes at giving away the Joker drawer but to no avail, it will resume next year at $74.
There will be a $100 donation from the club going to the Salvos from last nights proceeds.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and we'll see you all on the 2nd of February.
40 people in the hall including 4 callers, 2 squares for Plus & 3 squares and more for Mainstream.
Everybody arrived early with enthusiasm, we thought the early storms might have affected numbers, but no....
Good to see our "Founders" Russell & Helen join us for the night.
Plenty of really good raffle hampers & other prizes.
Thanks to all those who brought raffle donations as well as all those who brought a supper plate.
Callers were Margaret, Elaine, David Pearce & of course Me.
We had 3 goes at giving away the Joker drawer but to no avail, it will resume next year at $74.
There will be a $100 donation from the club going to the Salvos from last nights proceeds.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and we'll see you all on the 2nd of February.
Last Dance & Christmas Party for 2016 was on the 1st December
(back to dancing on the 2nd February 2017)
(back to dancing on the 2nd February 2017)
24th November 2016 - Fabulous Night
29 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 3 squares + spares for Mainstream.
Tried out my new song - I'm into something Good.
A Herman & The Hermits hit that I plan to release next year.
Great to have Viv's Granddaughter Eden with us for the night.
Christmas Party next week
Tonight was the kind of night callers live for.
29 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 3 squares + spares for Mainstream.
Tried out my new song - I'm into something Good.
A Herman & The Hermits hit that I plan to release next year.
Great to have Viv's Granddaughter Eden with us for the night.
Christmas Party next week
Tonight was the kind of night callers live for.
17th November 2016 - An enjoyable night
21 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Tried a couple of new songs - "Baby, it's cold Outside" went down well.
And a few golden oldies - some I haven't called in years.
Looking forward to the Christmas Party.
Mike enjoyed having his priority seating!!!!! :-)
21 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Tried a couple of new songs - "Baby, it's cold Outside" went down well.
And a few golden oldies - some I haven't called in years.
Looking forward to the Christmas Party.
Mike enjoyed having his priority seating!!!!! :-)
11th November 2016 - We now have a Facebook page
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10th November 2016 - How hot was it?
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Would have been nice to dance 3 squares, but people were conserving energy.
It was a good night, only me calling.
Joker draw still building, Viv won the chocolate.
A few regulars missing.
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Would have been nice to dance 3 squares, but people were conserving energy.
It was a good night, only me calling.
Joker draw still building, Viv won the chocolate.
A few regulars missing.
3rd November 2016 - A bit of a contrast
19 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Though quite often we only danced 1.
Good to have Elaine with us, she shared a bracket and,
Had one on her own.
People have started bringing along items for the Christmas hamper.
Joker draw up to $64.00, will have 3 draws at the Christmas party.
If it hasn't gone off beforehand. Only 4 nights to go this year.
19 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Though quite often we only danced 1.
Good to have Elaine with us, she shared a bracket and,
Had one on her own.
People have started bringing along items for the Christmas hamper.
Joker draw up to $64.00, will have 3 draws at the Christmas party.
If it hasn't gone off beforehand. Only 4 nights to go this year.
27th October 2016 - Absolutely Brilliant night
31 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 3 for Mainstream.
Good to see some of our regulars back, David and Faith Pearce also visited.
4 callers, Myself, Elaine, Margaret and of course David.
As Bobby Vee passed away this last week, I did a tribute night to him.
All my singing calls for the night had been recorded by him at some time.
Also good to have Diane Jago from Maryborough visiting.
Thank you everybody for making it an awesome night.
31 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 3 for Mainstream.
Good to see some of our regulars back, David and Faith Pearce also visited.
4 callers, Myself, Elaine, Margaret and of course David.
As Bobby Vee passed away this last week, I did a tribute night to him.
All my singing calls for the night had been recorded by him at some time.
Also good to have Diane Jago from Maryborough visiting.
Thank you everybody for making it an awesome night.
20th October 2016 - Great night
23 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
I was expecting a slow night due to the upcoming Shindig weekend,
But it was a fabulous night with lots of good dancing & laughter
A few people away, but great to have Helen Hawkey from Toowoomba with us for a visit.
23 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
I was expecting a slow night due to the upcoming Shindig weekend,
But it was a fabulous night with lots of good dancing & laughter
A few people away, but great to have Helen Hawkey from Toowoomba with us for a visit.
13th October 2016 - Really enjoyable night
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Great to see Ron & Hazel back after their trip
A few noticeable absentees tonight.
Also enjoyed having Rob & Elaine with us tonight
Of course, everyone enjoyed Elaine's calling.
Di missed out winning the Joker Draw and Robyn won the chocolate.
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Great to see Ron & Hazel back after their trip
A few noticeable absentees tonight.
Also enjoyed having Rob & Elaine with us tonight
Of course, everyone enjoyed Elaine's calling.
Di missed out winning the Joker Draw and Robyn won the chocolate.
6th October 2016 - Fabulous night
19 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Good to see everybody enthusiastic by arriving early.
Did some very new and very old songs tonight.
Everybody dancing very well.
Mike finally won the chocolate, will he be allowed to keep it?
Joker draw now $58.00.
19 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Good to see everybody enthusiastic by arriving early.
Did some very new and very old songs tonight.
Everybody dancing very well.
Mike finally won the chocolate, will he be allowed to keep it?
Joker draw now $58.00.
29th September 2016 - Had a good time
17 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Good to see Julie-Anne, great to have Margaret calling
School holidays are now over.
There has been a lot of illness associated with the change of season.
Joker draw now $56.00.
Distributed the latest "Northsiders News".
If you wish, start bringing Christmas Hamper donations from 1st week in November.
17 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Good to see Julie-Anne, great to have Margaret calling
School holidays are now over.
There has been a lot of illness associated with the change of season.
Joker draw now $56.00.
Distributed the latest "Northsiders News".
If you wish, start bringing Christmas Hamper donations from 1st week in November.
22nd September 2016 - Pretty good night
16 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret had a call.
A lot of people away, there's still one more week of school holidays.
Hopefully we'll see them back again after that.
16 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret had a call.
A lot of people away, there's still one more week of school holidays.
Hopefully we'll see them back again after that.
15th September 2016 - Pretty good night
17 dancers in the hall, 1 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie is finally back, Yay!!!
Natasha did "Zip a dee doo dah" again, the QCA Gala is Saturday.
Joker draw now past $50, suddenly it's worth winning.
17 dancers in the hall, 1 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie is finally back, Yay!!!
Natasha did "Zip a dee doo dah" again, the QCA Gala is Saturday.
Joker draw now past $50, suddenly it's worth winning.
8th September 2016 - A good night
18 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie still away, but hopefully back soon
Mike still doing the door.
Natasha did "Zip a dee doo dah" again, only 2 weeks until the QCA Gala
Tracy and her Mum Joyce, still with us.
Graham back from his trip to Melbourne.
18 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie still away, but hopefully back soon
Mike still doing the door.
Natasha did "Zip a dee doo dah" again, only 2 weeks until the QCA Gala
Tracy and her Mum Joyce, still with us.
Graham back from his trip to Melbourne.
1st September 2016 - Plenty of laughter
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie still away, but out of hospital, a little better each day.
Mike on the door again - thanks Mike, really appreciate it.
Natasha called "Zip a dee doo dah" again, getting better each time.
I had one of those nights, my resolutions were a bit off tonight.
At least the dancers had a good laugh.
2 new dancers tonight, Tracy and her Mum Joyce.
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie still away, but out of hospital, a little better each day.
Mike on the door again - thanks Mike, really appreciate it.
Natasha called "Zip a dee doo dah" again, getting better each time.
I had one of those nights, my resolutions were a bit off tonight.
At least the dancers had a good laugh.
2 new dancers tonight, Tracy and her Mum Joyce.
25th August 2016 - Had a great time
22 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie still away, but out of hospital, everyone jumped in and helped out.
Mike on the door again - everyone helped in the kitchen
Natasha called again tonight, she did "Zip a dee doo dah".
Some improvement and developing well!
I had some new songs I was trying out for the first time.
22 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie still away, but out of hospital, everyone jumped in and helped out.
Mike on the door again - everyone helped in the kitchen
Natasha called again tonight, she did "Zip a dee doo dah".
Some improvement and developing well!
I had some new songs I was trying out for the first time.
18th August 2016 - Good night
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie in hospital, everyone jumped in and helped out.
Special mentions to Mike (door) & Margie (kitchen)
Joker draw still building.
Natasha had a call tonight, she did "Zip a dee doo dah".
Great job!
24 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 2 for Mainstream.
Rosalie in hospital, everyone jumped in and helped out.
Special mentions to Mike (door) & Margie (kitchen)
Joker draw still building.
Natasha had a call tonight, she did "Zip a dee doo dah".
Great job!
11th August 2016 - Fabulous night
27 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 3 for Mainstream.
Just about everybody was there for what started out as a rainy, stormy night.
Still nearly a square away. Had an "Alpha-Numeric"night.
Dancers chose the letter of the Alphabet and a Number and I had to do that song.
There were certainly some interesting song choices
Hoedowns were picked just by the letter.
Great to see Barry & Heather and also Ray back dancing again.
I bumped the Joker jackpot to $40.00 but still it didn't go off.
Everybody told me what a great time they had.
27 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & 3 for Mainstream.
Just about everybody was there for what started out as a rainy, stormy night.
Still nearly a square away. Had an "Alpha-Numeric"night.
Dancers chose the letter of the Alphabet and a Number and I had to do that song.
There were certainly some interesting song choices
Hoedowns were picked just by the letter.
Great to see Barry & Heather and also Ray back dancing again.
I bumped the Joker jackpot to $40.00 but still it didn't go off.
Everybody told me what a great time they had.
4th August 2016 - Had a great night
22 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & Mainstream.
David & Faith Pearce came for a visit. David had a couple of calls.
Good to have all our travelers back. Rod, Margaret, Phil & Yvonne
Received a card in the mail from the Canadians - Michael & Chrissy.
(See 7th of July 2016)
Read the card out to all the dancers, we did enjoy the night with them too.
Card will be on the notice board for a while for all to see.
The night went really well. Still quite cold - when is Spring!!!
22 dancers in the hall, 2 squares for Plus & Mainstream.
David & Faith Pearce came for a visit. David had a couple of calls.
Good to have all our travelers back. Rod, Margaret, Phil & Yvonne
Received a card in the mail from the Canadians - Michael & Chrissy.
(See 7th of July 2016)
Read the card out to all the dancers, we did enjoy the night with them too.
Card will be on the notice board for a while for all to see.
The night went really well. Still quite cold - when is Spring!!!
28th July 2016 - Where is everybody?
13 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & Mainstream.
Alternating Plus & Mainstream brackets all night.
Workshopped "Peel the Top" & "Follow your Neighbour".
Had the heaters on and the doors closed.
Finished at 9pm.
13 dancers in the hall, 1 square for Plus & Mainstream.
Alternating Plus & Mainstream brackets all night.
Workshopped "Peel the Top" & "Follow your Neighbour".
Had the heaters on and the doors closed.
Finished at 9pm.
28th July 2016 - Updated the Video page
Got rid of the VIDEOS and put in a LINK to my SD website instead.
Got rid of the VIDEOS and put in a LINK to my SD website instead.
21st July 2016 - Had a great time
2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a couple of spares.
Did quite a few new singing calls.
We are having a mid winter heat wave - nice to be warm for a change
Did my new song "Most people I know, think that I'm crazy" for the first time.
Margaret and I shared a bracket.
Looking forward to everyone coming back from holidays.
2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a couple of spares.
Did quite a few new singing calls.
We are having a mid winter heat wave - nice to be warm for a change
Did my new song "Most people I know, think that I'm crazy" for the first time.
Margaret and I shared a bracket.
Looking forward to everyone coming back from holidays.
14th July 2016 - Good night
2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a couple of spares.
Numbers down, but everyone having a good time.
Did a few "oldies", seemed to go down well
Quite a cold night, had the heaters going full boar.
Did my new song "Eagle Rock" for the first time.
Joker draw up to $30, still more than 1/2 the cards left though.
2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a couple of spares.
Numbers down, but everyone having a good time.
Did a few "oldies", seemed to go down well
Quite a cold night, had the heaters going full boar.
Did my new song "Eagle Rock" for the first time.
Joker draw up to $30, still more than 1/2 the cards left though.
7th July 2016 - Good night
1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a couple of spares.
Margaret joined me for a duet bracket tonight, good to have her back.
Great to have 2 Canadian visitors with us.
Chrissy & Michael from British Columbia in Canada.
They were in Qld. for the National Convention.
We really enjoyed having them with us, and they seemed to have a good time too.
Numbers a little down, possibly due to either the cold weather or being danced out at the National.
1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a couple of spares.
Margaret joined me for a duet bracket tonight, good to have her back.
Great to have 2 Canadian visitors with us.
Chrissy & Michael from British Columbia in Canada.
They were in Qld. for the National Convention.
We really enjoyed having them with us, and they seemed to have a good time too.
Numbers a little down, possibly due to either the cold weather or being danced out at the National.
23rd June 2016 - Excellent night
22 dancers, 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares.
Just me calling tonight, had a few faux pas and interesting moments.
Plus dancers worked hard with a left handed "Recycle & Roll"
Did a few request singing calls.
Loved it when someone asked for "Drunken Sailor", they were surprised that I had it.
I was surprised how well it went, not having called it for some years.
A lot of really nice comments about what a great time people were having.
About a square missing for various reasons.
22 dancers, 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares.
Just me calling tonight, had a few faux pas and interesting moments.
Plus dancers worked hard with a left handed "Recycle & Roll"
Did a few request singing calls.
Loved it when someone asked for "Drunken Sailor", they were surprised that I had it.
I was surprised how well it went, not having called it for some years.
A lot of really nice comments about what a great time people were having.
About a square missing for various reasons.
16th June 2016 - Fantastic night
26 dancers, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream with a few spares.
Great to have Elaine for a visit. She did a couple of brackets and we shared a Hoedown.
We also shared our old favourite singing call "Mocking Bird".
Margaret with us but not dancing or calling, just socialising.
Good to have the sick list greatly reduced.
26 dancers, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream with a few spares.
Great to have Elaine for a visit. She did a couple of brackets and we shared a Hoedown.
We also shared our old favourite singing call "Mocking Bird".
Margaret with us but not dancing or calling, just socialising.
Good to have the sick list greatly reduced.
9th June 2016 - Really good night
20 dancers, 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares.
Still quite a few on the sick list (including Rosalie)
Thanks to everyone who stepped in to do all the stuff Rosalie does.
Jeff & Delwyn from Caboolture were there for a visit.
Many comments from dancers about how much they enjoyed the night.
20 dancers, 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares.
Still quite a few on the sick list (including Rosalie)
Thanks to everyone who stepped in to do all the stuff Rosalie does.
Jeff & Delwyn from Caboolture were there for a visit.
Many comments from dancers about how much they enjoyed the night.
2nd June2016 - Where have all the dancers gone?
16 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream (mostly).
Also, Caboolture visitors a "No-Show", a bit dissapointing.
Margaret back, but didn't have a call.
I did a 6 couple "Rectangle" bracket.
Finished a few minutes early and had a bit of supper.
16 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream (mostly).
Also, Caboolture visitors a "No-Show", a bit dissapointing.
Margaret back, but didn't have a call.
I did a 6 couple "Rectangle" bracket.
Finished a few minutes early and had a bit of supper.
26th May 2016 - Had a great time
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Quite a few apologies tonight.
Even Margaret away, but David & Faith Pearce came along for a visit.
David called a couple of brackets.
I played with "Load the boat from a Tidal Wave"
Caboolture EZ squares visit next week - we will do a supper night.
19th May 2016 - Enjoyed the night
22 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Starting to see a pattern here.
Margaret did her usual bracket, I did the rest.
I played with "Square Thru but on the 3rd hand"
More to come on this concept.
22 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Starting to see a pattern here.
Margaret did her usual bracket, I did the rest.
I played with "Square Thru but on the 3rd hand"
More to come on this concept.
12th May 2016 - Great Night
22 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did some of my older "Hits" tonight.
Margaret did her usual bracket, I did the rest.
Again, counted at least 10 away for various reasons.
Joker draw up to $14 and growing.
22 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did some of my older "Hits" tonight.
Margaret did her usual bracket, I did the rest.
Again, counted at least 10 away for various reasons.
Joker draw up to $14 and growing.
5th May 2016 - Great Night
24 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Visitor from Adelaide - David Clark.
Also good to have Jane & Jon from Logan visiting tonight.
Margaret did her usual bracket, I did the rest.
Counted at least 10 away for various reasons.
24 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Visitor from Adelaide - David Clark.
Also good to have Jane & Jon from Logan visiting tonight.
Margaret did her usual bracket, I did the rest.
Counted at least 10 away for various reasons.
21st April 2016 - Not a bad night
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
I did a few oldies tonight, searching through the archives.
Dancers seemed to be right into it.
Margaret had a bracket, I helped with background vocals
Counted over a square away for various reasons.
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
I did a few oldies tonight, searching through the archives.
Dancers seemed to be right into it.
Margaret had a bracket, I helped with background vocals
Counted over a square away for various reasons.
26th April 2016 - Created a new page for Important Info - check it out HERE
21st April 2016 - Another really good night
27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Good to hear that Barry (Heather) is doing well after his op.
Also good to see Ray dancing again after his treatment.
Margaret & I calling.
Natasha had a call tonight - Any Dream will Do.
Not an easy song, we have a little work to do with it.
Dancers all looked like they had a good time.
27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Good to hear that Barry (Heather) is doing well after his op.
Also good to see Ray dancing again after his treatment.
Margaret & I calling.
Natasha had a call tonight - Any Dream will Do.
Not an easy song, we have a little work to do with it.
Dancers all looked like they had a good time.
14th April 2016 - Really good night
26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Really great to have Di back on the dance floor,
sorry to see Carole taking a break from dancing for a little while.
Margaret & I did all the calling
It's amazing that 1 extra square really lifts the atmosphere.
26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Really great to have Di back on the dance floor,
sorry to see Carole taking a break from dancing for a little while.
Margaret & I did all the calling
It's amazing that 1 extra square really lifts the atmosphere.
7th April 2016 - Pretty good night
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Had a visit from Gary Petersen
Margaret , Gary & I shared the night
Counted a full square of regulars away.
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Had a visit from Gary Petersen
Margaret , Gary & I shared the night
Counted a full square of regulars away.
31st March 2016 - The heat is back
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did quite a bit with Rev. Dixie Style to an O/W
Only Margaret & I calling
Viv brought both her 2 Granddaughters - school holidays
Joker draw back to $2.00 tonight
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did quite a bit with Rev. Dixie Style to an O/W
Only Margaret & I calling
Viv brought both her 2 Granddaughters - school holidays
Joker draw back to $2.00 tonight
24th March 2016 - Pre-Easter Dance
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret back tonight, good to see her up on stage calling as well.
Joker draw of $16.00 went off tonight, well done Margaret!!!
Lindt Bunnies for lucky door prizes tonight as well.
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret back tonight, good to see her up on stage calling as well.
Joker draw of $16.00 went off tonight, well done Margaret!!!
Lindt Bunnies for lucky door prizes tonight as well.
17th March 2016 - A hot St. Patricks's dance
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Had a really good night, a few people still away travelling.
Margaret still away, she'll be right soon. Good to see Lorna tonight.
Joker draw up to $14.00 whole dollars.
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Had a really good night, a few people still away travelling.
Margaret still away, she'll be right soon. Good to see Lorna tonight.
Joker draw up to $14.00 whole dollars.
10th March 2016 - It really is never gonna cool down
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Played with Rev. Dixie style to a wave, tried out some more new songs.
It was a really good night, just me calling.
Margaret still away recuperating, Denice still cruising
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Played with Rev. Dixie style to a wave, tried out some more new songs.
It was a really good night, just me calling.
Margaret still away recuperating, Denice still cruising
3rd March 2016 - I'm beginning to think it's never gonna cool down
24 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did a fair bit of "leftiness", had some interesting results.
I think everybody had an enjoyable night.
Margaret still away recuperating.
Dick & Karen, Russell & Sue along tonight.
24 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did a fair bit of "leftiness", had some interesting results.
I think everybody had an enjoyable night.
Margaret still away recuperating.
Dick & Karen, Russell & Sue along tonight.
25th February 2016 - Is it ever gonna cool down
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
It's Autumn next week - where's the coolness???
Good to have Elaine with us tonight.
I really enjoyed our Hoedown and Singing call together.
Has some good feedback from dancers as well.
Good to see Julia along tonight, it's been awhile.
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
It's Autumn next week - where's the coolness???
Good to have Elaine with us tonight.
I really enjoyed our Hoedown and Singing call together.
Has some good feedback from dancers as well.
Good to see Julia along tonight, it's been awhile.
18th February 2016 - A very warm night again
16 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Had another pretty good night in spite of the heat.
When is it gonna cool down????
Longer breaks and knocked off a few minutes early.
Don't wanna see anyone with heat stroke.
16 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Had another pretty good night in spite of the heat.
When is it gonna cool down????
Longer breaks and knocked off a few minutes early.
Don't wanna see anyone with heat stroke.
11th February 2016 - Another very warm night
27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Had a pretty good night in spite of the heat.
Our best wishes go out to Di (Mike & Di), hope they're back soon.
The Joker draw is back this year and is already up to $4 (wow!!!)
27 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Had a pretty good night in spite of the heat.
Our best wishes go out to Di (Mike & Di), hope they're back soon.
The Joker draw is back this year and is already up to $4 (wow!!!)
4th February 2016 - First dance night 2016
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
What a great start to the year. David & Faith Pearce visited.
David had a couple of calls as well as our regular guest spot by Margaret.
A few people away with illness, hope they're back soon.
We are not doing a beginner class this year.
We'll be trying to consolidate and workshop to improve all of levels of experience.
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
What a great start to the year. David & Faith Pearce visited.
David had a couple of calls as well as our regular guest spot by Margaret.
A few people away with illness, hope they're back soon.
We are not doing a beginner class this year.
We'll be trying to consolidate and workshop to improve all of levels of experience.
End of 2015 - See you on the 4th February 2016
3rd December 2015 - Christmas Party (last dance for 2015)
What a great party night. 3 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream
30 dancers in the hall. Plenty of Christmas tunes.
Margaret, Elaine, David Pearce and myself calling. All did a great job.
Natasha did her first call - I want a Hippo for Christmas.
She did a great job, maybe a candidate for a future callers competition.
Hall was decorated to theme, we spent a couple of hours during the day.
There were something like 20 raffle prizes, the raffle was well supported by the dancers.
Thanks to all those who donated prizes and brought supper.
We donated $100.00 to the Salvos for their Christmas appeal. See you in February.
What a great party night. 3 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream
30 dancers in the hall. Plenty of Christmas tunes.
Margaret, Elaine, David Pearce and myself calling. All did a great job.
Natasha did her first call - I want a Hippo for Christmas.
She did a great job, maybe a candidate for a future callers competition.
Hall was decorated to theme, we spent a couple of hours during the day.
There were something like 20 raffle prizes, the raffle was well supported by the dancers.
Thanks to all those who donated prizes and brought supper.
We donated $100.00 to the Salvos for their Christmas appeal. See you in February.
26th November 2015
22 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did a few more Christmas songs tonight
Did a combined Bracket with Elaine, she wasn't feeling 100%.
Margaret was there but didn't have a call.
Only 1 more dance night this year.
22 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Did a few more Christmas songs tonight
Did a combined Bracket with Elaine, she wasn't feeling 100%.
Margaret was there but didn't have a call.
Only 1 more dance night this year.
19th November 2015 - Numbers improving.
24 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret had a call tonight. Did a few Christmas songs tonight
Donations still coming in for the Christmas raffle.
Had a play with some 3 handed Ocean waves, it went pretty well.
Only 2 more dance nights this year.
24 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret had a call tonight. Did a few Christmas songs tonight
Donations still coming in for the Christmas raffle.
Had a play with some 3 handed Ocean waves, it went pretty well.
Only 2 more dance nights this year.
12th November 2015 - Numbers still down a bit.
18 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret had a call tonight. Great to have Elaine & Julie-Anne with us tonight
Elaine also had a bracket. Donations are coming in thick & fast for the Christmas raffle.
Had a play with some 3 handed Ocean waves, it went pretty well.
Only 3 more dance nights this year.
18 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret had a call tonight. Great to have Elaine & Julie-Anne with us tonight
Elaine also had a bracket. Donations are coming in thick & fast for the Christmas raffle.
Had a play with some 3 handed Ocean waves, it went pretty well.
Only 3 more dance nights this year.
5th November 2015 - Pretty good night with a late storm
17 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Dick & Karen with us tonight. We counted just on 2 full squares of dancers away.
Maggie from Caboolture brought Margaret tonight.
I was the only caller tonight.
17 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Dick & Karen with us tonight. We counted just on 2 full squares of dancers away.
Maggie from Caboolture brought Margaret tonight.
I was the only caller tonight.
29th October 2015 - Had a good night
28 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3+ for Mainstream.
Margaret was back , but not dancing or calling yet, good to see her though.
Good to have Jan Hay visit, Malcolm was also there, but he's a regular.
Ron & Hazel back as well, at least for a couple of weeks.
28 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3+ for Mainstream.
Margaret was back , but not dancing or calling yet, good to see her though.
Good to have Jan Hay visit, Malcolm was also there, but he's a regular.
Ron & Hazel back as well, at least for a couple of weeks.
22nd October 2015 - It threatened to be a rainy/stormy evening.
18 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret still away, she says she'll probably be back next week
It was still a good night, a little warm though.
Quite a few of our regulars away. Just me calling. Finished at 9pm.
18 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret still away, she says she'll probably be back next week
It was still a good night, a little warm though.
Quite a few of our regulars away. Just me calling. Finished at 9pm.
15th October 2015
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret still away, hope she's right soon.
Elaine and I calling tonight, we also shared a Hoedown and Singing call.
Had pretty good night. Workshopped "Peel Off" in Plus.
Did a little assymetrical at Mainstream.
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Margaret still away, hope she's right soon.
Elaine and I calling tonight, we also shared a Hoedown and Singing call.
Had pretty good night. Workshopped "Peel Off" in Plus.
Did a little assymetrical at Mainstream.
8th October 2015
18 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Just me calling tonight, did do some "different" stuff tonight though.
Played with some asymmetrical, also some 6 couple Rectangle stuff.
Good to have Dick & Karen back, they are here in the country permanently now.
Quite a few of our regulars away.
18 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Just me calling tonight, did do some "different" stuff tonight though.
Played with some asymmetrical, also some 6 couple Rectangle stuff.
Good to have Dick & Karen back, they are here in the country permanently now.
Quite a few of our regulars away.
1st October 2015
19 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Quite a few dancers away, it has been a big week of square dancing.
Some of us are a little tired.
I did all the calling. Finished at 9pm.
19 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Quite a few dancers away, it has been a big week of square dancing.
Some of us are a little tired.
I did all the calling. Finished at 9pm.
24th September 2015 - 24 hours until the State Convention
28 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight. Good to have Eden with us though.
Elaine, Margaret & I all calling. Everyone looking forward to the State Convention.
Diane from Maryborough joined us for a dance, she's in town visiting relatives.
I'm seriously considering dropping 15 minutes from the end of each dance night and finishing at 9.15pm.
28 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight. Good to have Eden with us though.
Elaine, Margaret & I all calling. Everyone looking forward to the State Convention.
Diane from Maryborough joined us for a dance, she's in town visiting relatives.
I'm seriously considering dropping 15 minutes from the end of each dance night and finishing at 9.15pm.
17th September 2015 - lots of rain early in the evening
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight.
Elaine & I only, tonight. I really enjoyed working with her
Elaine did her own bracket and we shared another.
Peter & the girls with us tonight. Good to see Julie-Anne back.
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight.
Elaine & I only, tonight. I really enjoyed working with her
Elaine did her own bracket and we shared another.
Peter & the girls with us tonight. Good to see Julie-Anne back.
10th September 2015
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight. Maggie will probably be back in 2 weeks
Margaret & I only, tonight. Margaret still working on some new choreo.
We also shared a 3 number singing call bracket to finish the night.
21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight. Maggie will probably be back in 2 weeks
Margaret & I only, tonight. Margaret still working on some new choreo.
We also shared a 3 number singing call bracket to finish the night.
3rd September 2015
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight. Maggie will be back after some medical treatment.
Only Margaret & I tonight. Margaret tried out some new choreo.
Sheryl's girls both with us tonight
Margaret (Rod) took out the Joker draw tonight @ $82.00.
Will go back to 2 chocolates for the lucky draw for the rest of the year
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight. Maggie will be back after some medical treatment.
Only Margaret & I tonight. Margaret tried out some new choreo.
Sheryl's girls both with us tonight
Margaret (Rod) took out the Joker draw tonight @ $82.00.
Will go back to 2 chocolates for the lucky draw for the rest of the year
27th August 2015 - A really good night
28 dancers in the hall. 3 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight.
Rob (Elaine) had a night with no work. Good to see Elaine well again.
Margaret & Elaine both had a bracket, Elaine did a Plus Hoedown as well.
Joker still not gone off, only 12 cards to go.
28 dancers in the hall. 3 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream.
No learner brackets again tonight.
Rob (Elaine) had a night with no work. Good to see Elaine well again.
Margaret & Elaine both had a bracket, Elaine did a Plus Hoedown as well.
Joker still not gone off, only 12 cards to go.
20th August 2015 - Numbers way down
17 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 squares for Mainstream.
Many dancers away due to travel and others with illness.
Even Rosalie had a night away. No learners either.
Still had a great night, thanks to Margaret & Denise and the rest of the dancers helping out.
Joker drawer still building.
17 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 squares for Mainstream.
Many dancers away due to travel and others with illness.
Even Rosalie had a night away. No learners either.
Still had a great night, thanks to Margaret & Denise and the rest of the dancers helping out.
Joker drawer still building.
13th August 2015 - A good night, numbers down a little.
Lynn called in early to say she wouldn't be back for a while - a real shame.
Graham & Lorraine not well. Julie-Anne and Elaine away due to car troubles.
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2+ squares for Mainstream.
Still cold, closed doors with the heaters on.
Taught "Dixie Style to an O/W" at Mainstream
Margaret had a bracket. Joker drawer now up to $78 with 14 cards to go.
Lynn called in early to say she wouldn't be back for a while - a real shame.
Graham & Lorraine not well. Julie-Anne and Elaine away due to car troubles.
23 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2+ squares for Mainstream.
Still cold, closed doors with the heaters on.
Taught "Dixie Style to an O/W" at Mainstream
Margaret had a bracket. Joker drawer now up to $78 with 14 cards to go.
6th August 2015 - Great dance night
30 dancers in the hall. 2+ squares for Plus and 3+ squares for Mainstream.
Weather still cool, but once we close the doors it's fine.
Rob Davis wasn't working so he visited with Elaine.
Mainstream still progressing and having Fun.
30 dancers in the hall. 2+ squares for Plus and 3+ squares for Mainstream.
Weather still cool, but once we close the doors it's fine.
Rob Davis wasn't working so he visited with Elaine.
Mainstream still progressing and having Fun.
30th July 2015 - Cool again tonight
26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Fold", "Cross Fold", "Recycle" and "8 Chain Thru" for Mainstream.
Plus dancers are just dancing now, reviewing everything.
Margaret and Elaine did a Mainstream bracket each for me.
Had a really good, interesting night.
26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Fold", "Cross Fold", "Recycle" and "8 Chain Thru" for Mainstream.
Plus dancers are just dancing now, reviewing everything.
Margaret and Elaine did a Mainstream bracket each for me.
Had a really good, interesting night.
23rd July 2015 - Finally, a warm night
29 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Pass to the Centre", "Slide Thru" "Walk & Dodge" and revised "Scootback" for Mainstream.
Plus learners did "Track 2" and "Follow your Neighbour".
Plus class is now complete, Just need to dance more.
Margaret did a Mainstream bracket for me.
Elaine away with a Cold/Flu after Monday at Caloundra.
29 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Pass to the Centre", "Slide Thru" "Walk & Dodge" and revised "Scootback" for Mainstream.
Plus learners did "Track 2" and "Follow your Neighbour".
Plus class is now complete, Just need to dance more.
Margaret did a Mainstream bracket for me.
Elaine away with a Cold/Flu after Monday at Caloundra.
16th July 2015 - Numbers still down, it was bloody cold
19 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Revised "Spin the Top" for Mainstream.
Plus learners did "Explode and Anything" and "Explode the Wave".
Margaret back tonight, she did a Mainstream bracket for me.
Surely this ice cold weather can't last much longer???
19 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Revised "Spin the Top" for Mainstream.
Plus learners did "Explode and Anything" and "Explode the Wave".
Margaret back tonight, she did a Mainstream bracket for me.
Surely this ice cold weather can't last much longer???
9th July 2015 - Numbers down a little - still a good night.
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
No New Dancers tonight, all Mainstream with an extra bracket of Plus
Plus learners started on "Crossfire" and revised "Relay the Deucey".
No guest callers tonight, I did the whole night myself.
Joker Draw still building.
25 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
No New Dancers tonight, all Mainstream with an extra bracket of Plus
Plus learners started on "Crossfire" and revised "Relay the Deucey".
No guest callers tonight, I did the whole night myself.
Joker Draw still building.
2nd July 2015 - What a fabulous night
35 dancers in the hall. 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream.
New Dancers started Mainstream, "Turn Thru" and "Scoot Back"
No new stuff for Plus learners tonight, just dancing.
Elaine called a bracket and shared a bracket with me.
Joker Draw still not gone off.
I had a really good night, enjoyed having a crowd.
Welcome new dancers Bruce & Gail, they are experienced dancers that have moved to this side of town.
We first met them at the Cleveland State Convention last year.
35 dancers in the hall. 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream.
New Dancers started Mainstream, "Turn Thru" and "Scoot Back"
No new stuff for Plus learners tonight, just dancing.
Elaine called a bracket and shared a bracket with me.
Joker Draw still not gone off.
I had a really good night, enjoyed having a crowd.
Welcome new dancers Bruce & Gail, they are experienced dancers that have moved to this side of town.
We first met them at the Cleveland State Convention last year.
No Dancing, 25th June 2015.
18th June 2015 - Had a good night
26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Diamonds" tonight - Circulate, Flip, Cut & Point to Point.
No beginners tonight. They'll be starting Mainstream in July.
Margaret back tonight, she called a bracket for us.
Lynn and June Wall still with us, nearly calling them regulars.
Joker Draw still building, now $64.00
No Dancing next week, 25th June.
26 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Diamonds" tonight - Circulate, Flip, Cut & Point to Point.
No beginners tonight. They'll be starting Mainstream in July.
Margaret back tonight, she called a bracket for us.
Lynn and June Wall still with us, nearly calling them regulars.
Joker Draw still building, now $64.00
No Dancing next week, 25th June.
11th June 2015 - Another great night! Many Caboolture visitors again!!
37 dancers in the hall. A square from Caboolture.
2 squares for Plus and 4 for Basic/Mainstream.
No teaching again tonight, just some Plus revision. Basic & Mainstream Dancing
Elaine had 2 brackets, Basic & Mainstream.
Due to rain, Rob had the night off work and joined us.
Learners from both clubs are really coming along well.
Great to have Lynn and June Wall still with us.
Sheryl, Peter and girls, Graham & Lorraine back this week.
37 dancers in the hall. A square from Caboolture.
2 squares for Plus and 4 for Basic/Mainstream.
No teaching again tonight, just some Plus revision. Basic & Mainstream Dancing
Elaine had 2 brackets, Basic & Mainstream.
Due to rain, Rob had the night off work and joined us.
Learners from both clubs are really coming along well.
Great to have Lynn and June Wall still with us.
Sheryl, Peter and girls, Graham & Lorraine back this week.
4th June 2015 - What a great night! Caboolture visited Northside!!
40 dancers in the hall. A square and a half from Caboolture.
2 squares for Plus and 4 for Basic/Mainstream.
No teaching tonight, just dancing - everybody had a ball.
Margaret and Elaine both had a bracket of Mainstream.
Learners from both clubs really enjoyed the night.
Supper was great, most of it was eaten, we didn't take too much home.
Great to have Lynn back and also to have June Wall visit.
Sheryl, Peter and girls away, Graham & Lorraine away.
See PICTURES page for photos.
40 dancers in the hall. A square and a half from Caboolture.
2 squares for Plus and 4 for Basic/Mainstream.
No teaching tonight, just dancing - everybody had a ball.
Margaret and Elaine both had a bracket of Mainstream.
Learners from both clubs really enjoyed the night.
Supper was great, most of it was eaten, we didn't take too much home.
Great to have Lynn back and also to have June Wall visit.
Sheryl, Peter and girls away, Graham & Lorraine away.
See PICTURES page for photos.
28th May 2015 - Numbers down a little tonight
23 dancers in the hall.
1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Taught "Single Circle to a Wave & 3/4", "Trade the Wave" & "Dixie Grand" during Plus.
"1st couple go Left, next go Right", "Mini-Wave, Veer Left & Right" and "Circulates & Trades"
also "Partner Trade" and "Trade By" for the Learners,
Felt bad, forgot to give Margaret a call. Sorry Margaret!
Caboolture visiting next week. Bring a Plate!!!
Sheryl & Peters kids (Kathryn & Natasha) still enjoying their corner.
Lynn with us tonight, great to see her back after major medical issues.
Gary Kelsall also dropped in for a visit, walking stick in hand.
23 dancers in the hall.
1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream.
Taught "Single Circle to a Wave & 3/4", "Trade the Wave" & "Dixie Grand" during Plus.
"1st couple go Left, next go Right", "Mini-Wave, Veer Left & Right" and "Circulates & Trades"
also "Partner Trade" and "Trade By" for the Learners,
Felt bad, forgot to give Margaret a call. Sorry Margaret!
Caboolture visiting next week. Bring a Plate!!!
Sheryl & Peters kids (Kathryn & Natasha) still enjoying their corner.
Lynn with us tonight, great to see her back after major medical issues.
Gary Kelsall also dropped in for a visit, walking stick in hand.
21st May 2015 - The great dance nights keep on coming!
33 dancers in the hall.
Again, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Co-ordinate" during Plus. Reviewed "Relay the Deucey".
"Flutter Wheel - Rev. Flutterwheel", "Wheel Around" and "Box the Gnat" for the Learners,
Reviewed "Allemande Thar" formation & Get-Outs.
Elaine and Margaret both had a bracket.
Looking forward to Caboolture visit in 2 weeks.
Sheryl & family with us tonight, have created a kids corner for them.
Good to see Russell Wall back with us tonight.
33 dancers in the hall.
Again, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Co-ordinate" during Plus. Reviewed "Relay the Deucey".
"Flutter Wheel - Rev. Flutterwheel", "Wheel Around" and "Box the Gnat" for the Learners,
Reviewed "Allemande Thar" formation & Get-Outs.
Elaine and Margaret both had a bracket.
Looking forward to Caboolture visit in 2 weeks.
Sheryl & family with us tonight, have created a kids corner for them.
Good to see Russell Wall back with us tonight.
14th May 2015 - Another really great night!
31 dancers in the hall.
Again, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Reviewed "Peel Off" at Plus, then taught "Peel the Top".
"Half Sashay" and "Grand Square" for the Learners,
Reviewed "Allemande Thar" formation & Get-Outs.
Gimmick Call - "Heads-Square Thru 4" while the "Sides-8 Chain 4"
Elaine had a bracket, Margaret was away.
Joker jackpot now $56.00.
31 dancers in the hall.
Again, 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Reviewed "Peel Off" at Plus, then taught "Peel the Top".
"Half Sashay" and "Grand Square" for the Learners,
Reviewed "Allemande Thar" formation & Get-Outs.
Gimmick Call - "Heads-Square Thru 4" while the "Sides-8 Chain 4"
Elaine had a bracket, Margaret was away.
Joker jackpot now $56.00.
7th May 2015 - What a great night!
32 dancers in the hall.
2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Peel Off" at Plus.
"Dive Thru" and "Allemande Thars" for the Learners.
Margaret and Elaine both had a bracket.
Phil & Yvonne back after a long break.
Joker jackpot is up to $54.00 and building.
32 dancers in the hall.
2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream.
Taught "Peel Off" at Plus.
"Dive Thru" and "Allemande Thars" for the Learners.
Margaret and Elaine both had a bracket.
Phil & Yvonne back after a long break.
Joker jackpot is up to $54.00 and building.
30th April 2015 - Really wet weather
14 wet weather ducks joined us for a dance.
1 square Plus and 1 1/2 for Mainstream - Sheryl & family with us tonight.
Rob (Elaine) had another night off and came for a dance.
"Relay the Deucey" for the Plus learners.
Went through "Tag the Line, Recycle & Dixie Style" for the Mainstreamers.
Elaine called a couple of Brackets.
14 wet weather ducks joined us for a dance.
1 square Plus and 1 1/2 for Mainstream - Sheryl & family with us tonight.
Rob (Elaine) had another night off and came for a dance.
"Relay the Deucey" for the Plus learners.
Went through "Tag the Line, Recycle & Dixie Style" for the Mainstreamers.
Elaine called a couple of Brackets.
23rd April 2015
2 squares Plus and 2 for Mainstream - New dancers doing well.
Rob (Elaine) had a night off and came for a dance.
"Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears" for the Plus learners.
Looks like one of our Urns is "cactus", got a new one for next week already.
It only lasted 13 years. Cheap Rubbish!
Margaret & Elaine both called.
2 squares Plus and 2 for Mainstream - New dancers doing well.
Rob (Elaine) had a night off and came for a dance.
"Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears" for the Plus learners.
Looks like one of our Urns is "cactus", got a new one for next week already.
It only lasted 13 years. Cheap Rubbish!
Margaret & Elaine both called.
16th April 2015 - We're Back
Thanks to Margaret and all those that helped, for keeping the club dancing while we've been away.
The club had 2 squares each night while we were gone (2nd & 9th May)
Same again last night, 2 squares Plus and 2 for Mainstream - Maggie still going with beginners.
Sheryl's family joined us last night as well. 23 dancers in the hall.
Revision for Plus and did a bit of a workshop on "Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave " during MS.
Great to be back, really!!!
Thanks to Margaret and all those that helped, for keeping the club dancing while we've been away.
The club had 2 squares each night while we were gone (2nd & 9th May)
Same again last night, 2 squares Plus and 2 for Mainstream - Maggie still going with beginners.
Sheryl's family joined us last night as well. 23 dancers in the hall.
Revision for Plus and did a bit of a workshop on "Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave " during MS.
Great to be back, really!!!
26th March 2015 - Yet another very Hot night
1 Squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. 16 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Margaret and Glenn.
No beginners tonight, quite a few away.
Taught "Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears" to the Plus learners.
Did a new song, "Love is a big Ship" - a Cliff Richard hit.
Finished early due to the heat.
1 Squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. 16 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Margaret and Glenn.
No beginners tonight, quite a few away.
Taught "Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears" to the Plus learners.
Did a new song, "Love is a big Ship" - a Cliff Richard hit.
Finished early due to the heat.
19th March 2015 - Another very Hot night
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 27 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D. and Glenn.
Maggie still with us for beginners. Sheryl's whole family joined us tonight
Taught the Plus class "Load the Boat"
Elaine did a new song "Zing go the strings of my Heart"
Finished a little early due to the heat.
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 27 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D. and Glenn.
Maggie still with us for beginners. Sheryl's whole family joined us tonight
Taught the Plus class "Load the Boat"
Elaine did a new song "Zing go the strings of my Heart"
Finished a little early due to the heat.
12th March 2015
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 28 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn.
Maggie still with us for beginners. Sheryl's daughter Natasha joined us tonight
Aaron was here tonight also, brought another dancer Prue with him.
Taught the Plus class "Spin Chain the Gears"
Elaine and I nearly got "Mockingbird" perfect tonight.
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 28 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn.
Maggie still with us for beginners. Sheryl's daughter Natasha joined us tonight
Aaron was here tonight also, brought another dancer Prue with him.
Taught the Plus class "Spin Chain the Gears"
Elaine and I nearly got "Mockingbird" perfect tonight.
5th March 2015
1 Square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. 17 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
Gail and Maggie still with us for beginners
Plus class still going O.K.
Bloody hot night, called it quits at 9.00 pm - didn't want anyone getting ill.
1 Square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. 17 Dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
Gail and Maggie still with us for beginners
Plus class still going O.K.
Bloody hot night, called it quits at 9.00 pm - didn't want anyone getting ill.
26th February 2015
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 27 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
2 more beginner ladies arrived, Gail and Allie, as well as Maggie
Still progressing with the Plus class as well.
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 27 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
2 more beginner ladies arrived, Gail and Allie, as well as Maggie
Still progressing with the Plus class as well.
19th February 2015 What a wet night
Quite few missing due to weather
1 Square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. 16 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
Good to see Rob as well.
Quite few missing due to weather
1 Square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. 16 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
Good to see Rob as well.
12th February 2015
3 Squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream. 33 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
Still only 1 beginner (Maggie), she's learned about 15 moves already.
Have also got about 6 dancers learning Plus - they've done about 4 moves
3 Squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream. 33 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., Margaret and Glenn
Still only 1 beginner (Maggie), she's learned about 15 moves already.
Have also got about 6 dancers learning Plus - they've done about 4 moves
5th February 2015 1st night back
3 Squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream. 37 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., David Pearce and Glenn.
It was a really great night - a good start to the year.
Only 1 beginner (Maggie) so far.
3 Squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream. 37 dancers in the hall
Callers, Elaine D., David Pearce and Glenn.
It was a really great night - a good start to the year.
Only 1 beginner (Maggie) so far.
End of 2014
4th December 2014 Christmas Party
3 Squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream. More than 40 people in the Hall
Callers, Gary P. , Elaine D., Margaret B., David Pearce, Kay Walker and Glenn.
Hampers for raffle prizes looked great, even more raffle prizes arrived on the night.
Thank you to everyone for their raffle donations as well as supper contributions.
What a fabulous night, pretty hot - but no rain, even had people sitting out on the verandah.
Even though it was a free night at the door, we made enough with the raffle to donate
$100 to the Salvos for their Christmas appeal.
See the "Pictures" page for photos of the night.
3 Squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream. More than 40 people in the Hall
Callers, Gary P. , Elaine D., Margaret B., David Pearce, Kay Walker and Glenn.
Hampers for raffle prizes looked great, even more raffle prizes arrived on the night.
Thank you to everyone for their raffle donations as well as supper contributions.
What a fabulous night, pretty hot - but no rain, even had people sitting out on the verandah.
Even though it was a free night at the door, we made enough with the raffle to donate
$100 to the Salvos for their Christmas appeal.
See the "Pictures" page for photos of the night.
20th November 2014
2 Squares for Plus tonight and 2 for Mainstream. With a few spares.
Good to see Margaret back on stage. Had a great Hoedown with Elaine
Raffle prizes for the Christmas party still coming in
Good to see Lorraine back, but Grahame is still out of action.
Joker Jackpot is still climbing.
2 Squares for Plus tonight and 2 for Mainstream. With a few spares.
Good to see Margaret back on stage. Had a great Hoedown with Elaine
Raffle prizes for the Christmas party still coming in
Good to see Lorraine back, but Grahame is still out of action.
Joker Jackpot is still climbing.
13th November 2014
2 Squares for Plus tonight and 3 for Mainstream.
Good to see Mike back after his trip to England.
Played with some interesting variations on Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears
and Walk & Dodge.
Also good to see Rob (Elaine) here tonight, no roadworks due to G20.
Dancers have started bringing raffle prizes for the Christmas party on the 4th of December.
New Review is now available.
2 Squares for Plus tonight and 3 for Mainstream.
Good to see Mike back after his trip to England.
Played with some interesting variations on Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears
and Walk & Dodge.
Also good to see Rob (Elaine) here tonight, no roadworks due to G20.
Dancers have started bringing raffle prizes for the Christmas party on the 4th of December.
New Review is now available.
6th November 2014 What a Storm!!!
Not enough dancers for Plus tonight.
Those that had ventured out, started the night with a hot cuppa.
Eventually enough dancers arrived for a square of Mainstream.
Due to poor numbers and very bad weather,
we decided to call it a night really early, at just after 8pm.
We did dance 3 brackets, Elaine and I had a good duet bracket.
Anyone who had already paid has a credit for their next dance.
Not enough dancers for Plus tonight.
Those that had ventured out, started the night with a hot cuppa.
Eventually enough dancers arrived for a square of Mainstream.
Due to poor numbers and very bad weather,
we decided to call it a night really early, at just after 8pm.
We did dance 3 brackets, Elaine and I had a good duet bracket.
Anyone who had already paid has a credit for their next dance.
30th October 2014 Really enjoyed tonight.
2 Squares for Plus and 2 For Mainstream.
Margaret away, not feeling well. Rob, Elaine and Julie-Anne all visiting.
Elaine and I had a good Duet bracket.
I had a few "Halloween" songs up my sleeve.
Counted over a full square away.
New Bugle out today and a club Newsletter.
2 Squares for Plus and 2 For Mainstream.
Margaret away, not feeling well. Rob, Elaine and Julie-Anne all visiting.
Elaine and I had a good Duet bracket.
I had a few "Halloween" songs up my sleeve.
Counted over a full square away.
New Bugle out today and a club Newsletter.
27th October 2014 $100.00 Donation made to the National Heart Foundation
23rd October 2014
What a fabulous night!!!!! 2 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream.
Everybody looked great in their "Wear something Red" gear.
The donation jar at the front door raised $50.00 and the club matched it.
We will be giving $100.00 donation to the National Heart Foundation.
Great to have 1st time visitors - Alan & Freda from Bribie,
also Graham and Marion from Caboolture. As well as Julianne from Caboolture
Also good to have Aaron Hoppe visiting us for the first time in this hall.
A few absentees - at least a square of dancers away.
Margaret and Elaine both called well and then they both did duets with me.
What a fabulous night!!!!! 2 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream.
Everybody looked great in their "Wear something Red" gear.
The donation jar at the front door raised $50.00 and the club matched it.
We will be giving $100.00 donation to the National Heart Foundation.
Great to have 1st time visitors - Alan & Freda from Bribie,
also Graham and Marion from Caboolture. As well as Julianne from Caboolture
Also good to have Aaron Hoppe visiting us for the first time in this hall.
A few absentees - at least a square of dancers away.
Margaret and Elaine both called well and then they both did duets with me.
16th October 2014
22 Dancers through the door, 1 square for Plus , 2 for Mainstream.
Good to see Ray back at the club.
Had a good play with "Reverse Wheel Around",
into Reverse Flutter Wheel and Reverse Dixie Style.
Over a square of dancers away for various reasons.
Margaret and Elaine both called well.
22 Dancers through the door, 1 square for Plus , 2 for Mainstream.
Good to see Ray back at the club.
Had a good play with "Reverse Wheel Around",
into Reverse Flutter Wheel and Reverse Dixie Style.
Over a square of dancers away for various reasons.
Margaret and Elaine both called well.
15th October 2014 - Uploaded some pictures to the website.
Checkout the "Pictures" page.
Checkout the "Pictures" page.
9th October 2014
29 Dancers again tonight, again 2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream.
Great to have June & Maurie back.
June brought pumpkin scones, jam & cream. Yum!!!
Mike would have just been arriving in England, but Mayet brought Di to the dance.
Elaine and Margaret both had good calls.
Bugle, Review and club Newsletter all out tonight.
Over half a square away tonight.
Also distributed a flyer for "Wear something Red" night.
29 Dancers again tonight, again 2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream.
Great to have June & Maurie back.
June brought pumpkin scones, jam & cream. Yum!!!
Mike would have just been arriving in England, but Mayet brought Di to the dance.
Elaine and Margaret both had good calls.
Bugle, Review and club Newsletter all out tonight.
Over half a square away tonight.
Also distributed a flyer for "Wear something Red" night.
2nd October 2014
29 Dancers tonight with 2 squares for Plus, 3 squares dancing most of the night.
Great to have Viv's Granddaughter, Eden, dancing with us (School holidays).
Nearly a square away tonight.
Did a bit of an "All Position" workshop on Recycle.
We will be having a "Wear something Red" night on the 23rd October.
A donation will be made the the Heart Foundation.
29 Dancers tonight with 2 squares for Plus, 3 squares dancing most of the night.
Great to have Viv's Granddaughter, Eden, dancing with us (School holidays).
Nearly a square away tonight.
Did a bit of an "All Position" workshop on Recycle.
We will be having a "Wear something Red" night on the 23rd October.
A donation will be made the the Heart Foundation.
Due to the State Convention - No Dancing 25th September 2014
18th September 2014
22 dancers this week, with 2 squares for Plus
2 squares dancing all night.
Half a square away and another couple had to leave early.
I hope Hazels' foot comes right soon.
Margaret did a Contra bracket and we were all "Sold" on Elaine's new song.
Finished the night with a trio of callers, Margaret, Elaine and Myself.
22 dancers this week, with 2 squares for Plus
2 squares dancing all night.
Half a square away and another couple had to leave early.
I hope Hazels' foot comes right soon.
Margaret did a Contra bracket and we were all "Sold" on Elaine's new song.
Finished the night with a trio of callers, Margaret, Elaine and Myself.
11th September 2014
29 dancers this week. Elaine & Margaret both had calls.
2 squares for Plus, even if I did make a few Faux Pas,
3 squares for most of the night in Mainstream.
Good to have Peter & Dianne from Burra Squares in Victoria here for a visit.
Margy and Julianne visiting from Caboolture.
Always a couple or 2 away.
Even had some people stay for supper after the dance.
29 dancers this week. Elaine & Margaret both had calls.
2 squares for Plus, even if I did make a few Faux Pas,
3 squares for most of the night in Mainstream.
Good to have Peter & Dianne from Burra Squares in Victoria here for a visit.
Margy and Julianne visiting from Caboolture.
Always a couple or 2 away.
Even had some people stay for supper after the dance.
4th September 2014
22 dancers this week. I think the highlight that stands out is Margaret.
Waiting for a lift and wondering why it didn't arrive.
They thought she had rung with Laryngitis, but it was Lorna.
Very nice of Margy from Caboolture to go and pick her up.
The running joke of the evening.....
Margaret......How come you are calling so well if you have laryngitis?
A full square away, hope they're well soon.
22 dancers this week. I think the highlight that stands out is Margaret.
Waiting for a lift and wondering why it didn't arrive.
They thought she had rung with Laryngitis, but it was Lorna.
Very nice of Margy from Caboolture to go and pick her up.
The running joke of the evening.....
Margaret......How come you are calling so well if you have laryngitis?
A full square away, hope they're well soon.
28th August 2014
20 dancers braved the windy night to enjoy the Plus and Mainstream Night.
Sheryl from Taigum joined us again, I think she's enjoying the challenge.
A few of our regulars away, Barry & Heather in New Zealand again.
Feature of the night - Alamo Ring - Boys Run Right, Girls Run Left - Crash!!!!
20 dancers braved the windy night to enjoy the Plus and Mainstream Night.
Sheryl from Taigum joined us again, I think she's enjoying the challenge.
A few of our regulars away, Barry & Heather in New Zealand again.
Feature of the night - Alamo Ring - Boys Run Right, Girls Run Left - Crash!!!!
