December Edition

DECEMBER/JANUARY ISSUE 2017
SQUARING AROUND WESTERN AUSTRALIA
SQUARE DANCE SOCIETY OF WA INC. www.squaredance.org.au
This Issue
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR
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President:
Secretary:
Magazine Editor:
Member Services:
Caller Rep:
Robert Dew
PO BOX 70, Wongan Hills, 6603 9620 1234 [email protected]
Club: Wongan Hills
Celia Karas
3 Longstaff Lp, Southern River 6110 9456 1266
0417 973 083 [email protected]
Club: Avon Squares
Colleen Smith
PO BOX 4193, Alexander Heights 6064
0438 959 946 [email protected]
Club: Wongan Hills
Chris Karas
3 Longstaff Lp, Southern River 6110 9456 1266
0407 385 688 [email protected]
Club: Avon Squares
Brian Sims
62 John Street, Beverley 6304 9646 1243
0437 419 215 [email protected]
Club: Avon Squares
Deputy President:
Treasurer:
Promotions Officer:
Registrar:
Joy Corney
9 Perren Pl, East Cannington 6107 9451 7550
0437 201 637 [email protected]
Club: Ups ‘N’ Downers
Dianna Henley
0488 557 272 [email protected] Club: White Gum Valley
Positions Vacant, Applications invited
Shirley Owen
25 Noongar Way, Riverton 6148 9354 8004
0409 116 789 [email protected]
Club: Kiwilers
Subsidiary Officers:
Assistant Secretary:
Tours Coordinator
Rosemary Corbin
23 Hayes Crt, Gidgegannup 6083 9574 6071 [email protected] Club: Gidgegannup
Celia Karas
3 Longstaff Lp, Southern River 6110 9456 1266
0417 973 083 [email protected]
Club: Avon Squares
Historian:
Property Coordinator
Leann Clark
0419 938 786 [email protected] Club: Wongan Hills
Brian Sims
62 John Street, Beverley 6304 9646 1243
0437 419 215 [email protected]
Club: Avon Squares
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All correspondence to the Secretary, Celia Karas
Square Dance Association of Western Australia Management Committee


Other Officers:
Boyup Brook Coordinator:
Stan Ball
0428 945 566 [email protected]
Beginners Coordinator:
Deputy President:
Treasurer:
Vice- Chairman:
State Coordinator:
State Rep:
Steve Longwood
105 Ardleigh Cr, Hamersly 0419 900 441 [email protected]
David Todd
PO BOX 229, Blaxland 2774 0411 888 515
Ken Pike
Howard Cockbun (03) 9741 4501
Jim Buckingham
19 Cox St, Quinns Rock 6107 9305 8685
Lynda Bain
125 Ladywell St, Beckenham 6107 0417 943 492 [email protected]
National Square Dance Society of Australia
President:
Secretary:
Steve Longwood
105 Ardleigh Cr, Hamersly 0419 900 441 [email protected]
Celia Karas
3 Longstaff Lp, Southern River 6110 9456 1266
[email protected]
Caller’s Association of Western Australia
President:
Secretary:
Greg Fawell 0417 912 241
Jeffrey Garbutt
1 Spinnaker Dr, Leschenault 6233 9725 8432
Australian Callers’ Federation
President:
Secretary:
Barry Wonson
PO BOX 1819, Woolongong 2500 (02) 4229 4059
Jeffrey Garbutt
1 Spinnaker Dr, Leschenault 6233 9725 8432
Australian Round Dance Association
State Rep:
Patricia Mori
PO BOX 530, Cannington 6107 0448 794 270
Australian Clogging Association
President:
Secretary:
Neville Fleqq [email protected]
Carolyn Waters
1300 780 017
PO BOX 775 CO667, Cherrybrook 2126 [email protected]
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JOIN YOUR SOCIETY’S COMMITTEE
WANTED
Could you be our Promotions Officer?
Could you help us spread the word about our fantastic activity?
You don’t have to do it alone! This can be made up of individuals, a couple, a family or even a small committee!
The Management Committee is looking for an enthusiastic person, family or group for this important role.
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Could you:
• Develop and oversee programs that encourage participation.
• Raise awareness of Square Dancing.
• Develop and Encourage a Positive image of Square Dancing.
Advertise about upcoming Society events and club achievements.
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Promote Society events internally and externally. Consider budget for marketing and the promotions. Write an article for Squaring Around Magazine. Provide regular reports to the Management Committee.
For more information, please contact: President, Robert Dew,
9620 1234 [email protected]
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President Report.
What a couple of great promotions for square dancing we had over the last month. Congratulations to Greg Fawell and the dancers who were able to provide a series of short square dance segments which were shown following the weather on Channel 9s The Morning Show on 30 October. The Society once again participated in Have-a-Go-Day. Our thanks to Jim Buckingham and all the dancers for providing the square dance sessions throughout the day. Feedback has been positive with a number of enquiries being made about beginners’ classes. Well done everyone. These types of promotions are essential in keeping square dancing alive and to the fore.
Congratulations to Phil Paddon on receiving this year’s Juniper Lifetime Achievement Award (metropolitan). Phil received his award at the WA Seniors Award ceremony at Perth Zoo on 22 October. The awards are presented by the Council on the Aging (WA) in partnership Department of Communities. In Phil’s award profile his involvement with square dancing is highlighted.
A scary time recently for our Caller Representative and Life Member, Brian Simms, when he contracted a salmonella infection. We wish Brian a speedy recovery and look forward to his being back behind the mic and on the dance floor soon.
The Society is still seeking a Promotions Officer. As mentioned in my last report we welcome individuals, couples or a small committee to take up the task of this role.
Harvest is in full swing so back to the header for the next few weeks. Wishing you all a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. Enjoy the upcoming Christmas Parties, take care and I look forward to catching up with you at the Mad Hatters Tea Party on 4 February 2018.
Robert
Callers Report.
Howdy Partners & Corners,
Just a short note this month to pass on the
very best wishes and seasons greeting from of us here at the CAWA to our many Square Dance friends at this very special time of the year.
I can’t let this opportunity pass without thanking you, one and all for your support’ encouragement, friendship and loyalty throughout the past year. As Callers we embrace with great passion the tasks and challenges of becoming a Caller running
a Club and being a leader in our little Square Dance world, but none of our efforts would be worth a single thing without YOU our wonderful Dancers.
As Deb and I are just about to jump into our car and make our way to York for the first of the many special Christmas celebrations I reflect on the real relevance of this special season and how important it is to share and enjoy the special feelings of friendship and goodwill that comes with this very special time.
Recent event in particular Brian Simm’s little bout with unwellnes should only serve to remind us how vulnerable we all are and how we should never underestimate the opportunities we have to share special times together.
Merry Christmas To All. Kev.
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor,
I’d just like to congratulate the Bunbury
Festival Team.
Congratulations Bunbury!! Almost 200 dancers attended a wonderful Festival.
A great atmosphere all weekend. Bunbury all showed so much enthusiasm; I think it rubbed off onto us too.
The Gnomes, too, gave us all an interest. I have attended most state convention over the last 30 years this one was one of the best.
The car rally was a great idea pity I didn’t make it. I got lost just getting to the start point.
A couple of programming issues I have pass on the CAWA that I hope will be ironed out by callers – constructive criticism, I hope.
I don’t like singling out callers but I have to say how much I enjoyed Ken Pike’s Calling.
Great Hoedown well done.
Also a great job done by Kevin Green on the back drop. You could almost hear the Seagulls squawking.
Yours in Square Dancing
Patsy Talbot
Patsy,
There is no doubt the team love hearing your
feedback. We are glad that you along with many others were able to enjoy the time away and we look forward to seeing you all in Clubs over Christmas and in the New Year.
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Colleen


Square Dance Society of Western Australia
NOW ON FACEBOOK
Follow along at Facebook.com/SquareDanceWA
Advert published within the Magazine will also make their way onto the Facebook page and events are continually being made for these events.
Invite your friends along and keep up to date!
Queries about the page should be directed to the Editor
And queries about upcoming events to the contact on the ad.
IMPORTANT NOTE: New Advertising Form.
A new form has been developed to track advertisements and flyers.
This form will can be found at the back of each
edition of the Squaring Around and will also be on the Facebook page. Please fill this in and send through with your advertisements.
The form includes, the advertising periods available, flyer options and a checklist for your ease.
As Treasurer, Dianna Henley will be collecting payments for Ads in future. Please forward your cheques to her.
There are other payment methods available and queries are welcomed.
BEGINNERS NOTICE
On behalf of the SDSWA we thank Richard Muir for his great calling and all the angels who have come along to help out on Wednesday nights 7.30-9.30 pm at North Perth Town Hall 26 View St, North Perth.
We also advise there is always room for more angels and it is heaps of fun.
We are dancing four sets with our Xmas closing dance 6/12/2017 then restarting Tuesday 17/1/2018.
There is still time for new dancers to join our classes until the 31/1/2018. Ladies are welcome to take the opportunity/challenge of learning the left hand dancer position if they are ‘game’.
Contact us at 08 9243 1200 or 0419 900 441 or [email protected]
Kind regards Steve & Julie Longwood.
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Dianella Rangers invite you to attend this year’s
Theme: Holly & Ivy (Red & green) Church Hall, St Peters & Emmaus
Cnr Banksia & Green Sts, Joondana
A plate of Christmas fare would be much appreciated
Amateur Callers Event (ACE)
An initiative by Dianella Rangers since 1984
Sunday 24 June 2018
Please note new Venue:
Hamersley Recreation Centre
26 Belvedere Road, Hamersley
2.30pm—5.30pm Admission $8.00
Why not make 2018 your year to give calling a go!
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Allemanders
Caller/Manager: Jim Buckingham Dance: Sunday 2:30pm
Hi All.
Christmas is just around the corner with our
Christmas Dance on the 3rd December starting at 2.30pm to 5.00 pm.
We are all looking forward to dancing
to American Caller Ken Ritucci, it will be a great experience for many dancers who do not get to go to the Nationals to experience international Calllers.
We had 44 on the Coach to York and want to congratulate York Club on the great day. We were sorry Brian couldn’t be there, but its great he is on the road to recovery. Lorrain (also not feeling 100%) did a fantastic job with the help of her Club Members. A great day was had by all.
On behalf of Leila and myself and Allemanders Members we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and hope to see some of you on the floor in Margaret River.
Jimbo
Avon Squares
Caller/President: Brian Sims Dance: Friday 8:00pm
Hello again,
Avon Squares have just enjoyed an
amazing pre-Christmas Dance in the York Town Hall.
As Brian was unwell and not able to share the great day with us all, we now sincerely thank everyone who contributed so much make this a very special occasion. With approximately 140 friends in the hall and all contributing their love and fellowship it truly was a great start to the Christmas rounds.
Special thanks must go to Jim and Leila for once again bringing their magnificent coach with some 43 happy dancers all set to have a great day out.
Special thanks must go to all the callers - some thirteen - and Patricia Mori who called the Rounds. It may not be practical to mention everyone by name but special thanks go to Greg Fawell who was just home from overseas with his family crisis. Greg has always helped Brian set up the stage and equipment and his efforts are again most appreciated in Brian's absence.
Callers Stephen, Jim, Greg, Kevin, Richard, the two Jeffs, Ross, Robert, Ken, Alan, Tony, Trish, Kathi, and Patricia cueing the rounds, you all did us proud! Thank you.
Several of our members attended the State Festival at Bunbury. This was a truly great long weekend with great dancing and lots of fun - so well organized. Special thanks to all the committee for so much dedication and time to perfect the whole weekend.
Several of us also attended Wongan's Garden Party weekend. What a great time was had by all.
Avon Squares members send hearty congratulations to Keith Lethbridge who walked to Beverley to stay two nights with Brian & Lorraine and then proceeded to walk to York, Northam and on to Toodyay making special visits along the way. Culmination of this weekend saw Keith go on to win the State Championship and National Championship at the Bush Poets' Championship competitions. A big CONGRATULATIONS from us all, Keith.
Finally, Brian would like to thank Rod, our Vice President for standing in for Brian and conducting the Avon Squares pre-Christmas dance and many other ways he has helped Brian over the year. A big Thank you also goes to our dedicated members for all their contributions over the year and especially at our big dances. Our Club is like a family - just part of the big family of Square Dancing.
We wish all readers a Merry Christmas and Happy and Safe New Year.
Lorraine & Brian
Bunbury
President: Coral Davis Dance: Monday 8:00pm
Hello Everyone,
Well I’m sure that all who attended this
year’s State Convention/State Festival in Bunbury had a great time.
We were all well accommodated, well fed and entertained day and night.
The dancing was tops, the outfits were bright and everyone was partying. Thank you all square and round dance callers for some enjoyable dancing sessions. Even our Mayor Gary Brennan who officially declared the weekend open was impressed. And, yes
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he” Did get back in!” for another two year Term of office. Well done Gary!
The car rally on Sunday was a lot of fun and a way to see the surrounding areas and farmland. Some even saw “additional” roads and farmland, but we won’t go there. All tucked into a hearty lunch at the Ferguson Valley Hall before returning to check back in at Checkpoint 1. Just in time to start the afternoon dance session at 2pm..All was very well organized and carried through by Jeffery, Convenor Reg, and their Committee and Members. Thank you all very much for
a great time.
Then, we were so happy that many dancers stayed on and joined us for Club on Monday and we hope that you will come again. It was very pleasing to slide the wall back and have the area full of dancers. A big thank-you again to Jeff van Sambeeck, and Tony for “the real” calls and we hope you enjoyed our records and your “Six Couple” dance experience. It was a bonus also, to have Colin and Dolores extend their time in the South West. We did so enjoy their
company and visits.
At our A.G.M, all Office bearers were
returned unopposed. So everyone here must be happy with proceedings, and, in all honesty there aren’t many of us, so we can’t be too fussy. Looking forward to another year of dancing, inter-club visits and weekends away. Our closing date, in case you missed it is December 18th and we reopen again on January 22nd 2018.
Happy Christmas to everyone. Happy Celebrations as you welcome in 2018: a year full of Promise and lots more dancing...God Bless. Stay safe
and well and we will see you somewhere soon. Wishing you a Happy Christmas and New Year and will be in touch again in January. All best wishes.
Coral.
Cloverwest
Callers: Andy Colvin & Kevin Fitzgerald Dance: Monday 8:00pm
By the time this newsletter goes to print, our Christmas dance will have been and gone as Kevin and his family have gone on holidays to Europe. We will still be dancing until Decembers the 4th. only Andy will be our caller.
Quite a few of our members travelled to Bunbury for the State Festival. A good time was had by all.
Phil Paddon won the 2017 Metropolitan Juniper Lifeline Achievement Award for all the work he does in and around our Community. Congratulations, Phil, you deserved it.
Graham Bennet must be getting old. He has just become a great-grandfather of a little boy. Congratulations to you Graham.
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We had our Annual Mini Golf Day last Saturday. This year it was held at Wembley Golf Club course, instead of the Botanical Gardens in Joondalup. We then had a BBQ at Perry Lakes.
It is with great sadness we heard of the passing of Jim Dunlop after a long illness. Jim and his wife Marie, were long time, valued members of our Club. Rest in Peace, Jim. Our condolences to Marie and all the family.
A short riddle to finish off
Why does a stork stand on one leg?
Q
A VALE
It would fall over if it lifted the other one!
We note with deep sadness the passing of Jim Dunlop. Jim, was a long-time member of Cloverwest and will be deeply missed Our sincere condolences to Marie and all his family.
Janice
Dianella Rangers
Caller: Ted Jones
Dance: Wednesday 8:00pm
Hi all,
As this is the last Squaring Around report for
2017 it is appropriate to reflect upon activities that Dianella Ranger Members have enjoyed throughout the year.
Our opening dance was special as we had Brian Hotchkies visiting and sharing the calling for the evening with Jeff. In February many of our members attended the inaugural “New Era Dance” at the new headquarters of the Society – a splendid function. In March we enjoyed hosting our 41st birthday and welcomed many visitors from kindred clubs. At the end of May our caller Jeff, together with Keith Lethbridge and Robert Dew celebrated their 40 years’ of calling and ninety or so dancers acknowledged this milestone by attending a rousing afternoon dance at the Loftus Centre.
July was a busy month as preparations were finalised for the Amateur Callers’ Event, which attracted some very talented amateur callers. (Of course on a sad note, the sudden demise of George Brown – the Dancers’ choice winner of the ACE – was a great shock.) August saw many members attending the always-favoured Caller’s Ball and a special club dance night featured many of Elvis Presley’s well- known songs. The very special and different “State Convention” aka 39th WA State Square Dance Festival was a “must attend” and twenty of our members did just that and had a “ball” so to speak.
We always hold a charity dance night during the year and a generous donation of $ 400.00 to our favoured charity for 2017 “beyondblue” was made to this group. Funds were raised by having a “small change” money jar collection during the year and during the night fun games helped to swell the funds.


All these “special” dances at club level were interspersed with a variety of other theme nights, including Mothers’ and Father’s day dances – theme “Tiaras and Ties”, and frequent “Dancers’ choice” programmes of calling.
Apart from the aforementioned we also had a great social programme, and outings included a meal outing at a Thai restaurant; a day at the Oasis Super/mini golf venue – with lunch as well; a great weekend – shared with dancers from primarily Swan Valley – at Donnelly River – lots of dancing and socialising; a lovely “mystery” bus outing – arranged by Jim and Leila B. – a movie and meal at Joondalup City; and many cultural visits to the Tivoli and Limelight Theatres and a challenging Ramble Rally around Guildford – testing one’s observation skills.
December is always a busy time with most clubs hosting their Christmas Dances, and no doubt there will be many visitors enjoying the hospitality on one or more occasions. We at Dianella Rangers will be holding our dance – the last prior to Christmas, on the 20th December, and of we will welcome many visitors on that night.
I am sure there are activities that I have overlooked including, not intentionally, but no matter what our members have taken part in, the motto of “friendship” always prevails.
To all square dancers, enjoy the Festive Season, and keep safe and healthy.
Yours in friendship – Joy F.
Dolphin Dancers
Caller: Paul Long President: Joy Derrick Dance: Monday 7:30pm
Gidgegannup
Caller: Alan Eades President: Rosemary Corbin Dance: Saturday 8:00pm
Greenfinches
Callers: Steve Turner Dance: Tuesday 8:00pm
Our Halloween Dance on 31/10/2017 was a very scary event. Many members took the opportunity to dress up and run with the fun. Steve T had his horns out and Bruce E was all skeleton’s. Rae L had everyone wondering who was behind the mask. There were some ‘pretty/ugly’ witches and warlocks to dodge around the dance floor making for a very colourful and fun night. Well done Greenfinches and the many scary visitors. Welcome on board to Greenfinches to Anna Spadaccini who won the ladies horse race for our Melbourne Cup Dance 7/11/2017.
Speaking of the Melbourne Cup Dance - George from Swan Valley Squares was a big winner at our Melbourne Cup Dance. Not only did he win our own men’s M/C race but one our big sweep, placed in some smaller sweeps and took off a raffle prize as well..... One big winner at Greenfinches...well done George!!! Bruce E won ‘The men’s hat’ with his horse head while Julie L won the ‘Best ladies hat’ with her delicate fascinator!!! The following week Steve T got caught out by Julie L again on this occasion Julie L came across Steve T sitting beside Dot H and Bill H on the other side. Unfortunately, both boys had their hands close together and with a little help from Julie suddenly they became intimate!!!! Well Bill sprang to his feat announcing loudly that “I voted NO..!!!!” while Steve sheepishly withdrew his arm hehe. Well things got even worse for Steve T when he attended Avon Squares where Jim Buckingham got wind of it and revealed he too had feelings for Steve T but after this it was all off! Poor Steve was up on stage in front of all 140 participants well done Jimbo.
Our next big dance is the Christmas Dance on 5/12/2017 then we break until Tuesday 23/1/2018.
We wish all clubs well over the festive season and look forward to a prosperous 2018.
Steve and Julie
Happy Wanders
Caller: Kevin Kelly President: Ian Pendlebury Dance: Friday 8:00pm
Hi Everyone,
We have all survived the Hi-Viz Festival
Bunbury. Reg, Noel and their lovely ladies, did a magnificent job, organising and showing us a wonderful time in the south- west. Everything ran like clockwork to us, but probably seemed different to the committee. The dressing of the Gnomes was certainly a new idea, some of them had a sex change, some were dissected, and all ended in a Square at Gnomesville.
Those of us who stayed at Koombana Bay Discovery Park, joined in as much fun and frivolity as our bodies would allow. We arrived Thursday afternoon, and attended JayGees on that night. Then had Friday night, Saturday and night at the Festival, with a delicious meal and entertainment at the Seniors Centre included, Sunday morning off to Gnomesville and Ferguson for lunch, with a couple of stops on the way. Then back to an Afternoon Dance.
Congratulations must go to all who worked hard at giving us an enjoyable weekend.
The next week it was back to club, for the wind- down and to recharge our batteries for the following weekend at Wongan Hills 41st Birthday Garden Party.
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Once again, we left home Thursday, had a nice Chalet booked at The Caravan Park air conditioned and waiting for us. We danced Thursday evening, Friday afternoon Steve picked us up and took us to Reynoldson Reserve to view the wildflowers, they were beautiful. In the evening we were picked up by bus, and delivered to The Bowling Club for a lovely Roast meal and Sweets, then taken to the Civic Centre for the Dance and delivered back to the Caravan Park. Sunday morning again the bus picked us up and took us to Terry’s Glass Works. What a magnificent place it is. After that we again invaded the Civic Centre for a very nice Morning Tea. Sunday evening we were taken out to Mt O’Brien for a BBQ Tea and dancing on the rock. One tune they danced to was Kevin calling “It’s Raining on the Rock.” You could not complain about the service, they were at our beck and call. We attended Wongan’s weekly dance. A very enjoyable time was had by all. Pat yourselves on the back Wongan Hills Club You did yourselves proud.
Back at the club, we were entertained by Ken Pike (The Man with the Mike) as Kevin and Deb were in Sydney celebrating Barry Wonson’s 50 Years of Calling. We thoroughly enjoyed Ken’s calling and the Jackpot of $40.00 was won by June, she said it’s the first time her number has been called out since she has been a member. It was also Our Melbourne Cup Night. We did have sweeps on the real cup Louis was the winner of both sweeps, Deb was second and Keith third, Wendy got her money back.
Kevin and Deb were back last Friday and it is a bit distressing to learn that Barry Wonson had a stroke a week before his celebration, that meant Kevin stepped up to the breech and managed the whole weekend. What a wonderful friend to have! Us Happy Wanderers certainly are Proud of Kevin, and wish Barry and his family all the best towards his recovery. The Jackpot $10.00 was won by Deb. So it’s $10.00 this week too.
Molly xx
Jay Gees
Caller: Jeff Garbutt Manager: Tracie Garbutt Dance: Thursday 8:00pm
Months of planning finally unfolded with the Bunbury Hi-Viz festival. Over 180 dancers joined us for a very memorable weekend of fun and dancing. With all the delicate timing it would have been possible for some small delay to cause disaster – but it didn't. We all moved (on time) to the Saturday night dinner and all moved back (on time) to the evening dance. The program didn't run over time and the callers and cuers all delivered an entertaining program. The Gnomes had their re-union on Saturday and were delivered to their secret destination (Gnonesville) during the car rally on Sunday.
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Your hosts (Convener) Reg Nielsen, (Secretary) Noel Ward, (Treasurer) Glenys Ward, (Program and Sound) Jeffrey Garbutt, (Committee Members) Kelvin Carmichael, Madge Crumby, Millie Gregory and Li Leng Ang - thank all the dancers, Callers, Cuers and Volunteers who made the weekend a success. Did I say volunteers? Thanks also to all members of Jay Gees plus George and Noelene Davidson, Rodney and Marion Spitz, David and Beverly Gay, Kevin Green, Stan Ball, Greg and Gwenda Bridges, Kevin Jones, Joanne and Ian Pendleberry, Tom Depiazzi and Kay Hoare. And not forgetting the support we had from Bunbury High School, Glen Huon Primary School, City of Bunbury Tourist Information Centre, Bunbury Senior Citizens Club, Eaton Scout Camp, Ferguson Hall Committee, Australian Singers. The festival was officially openned by the, (then), Deputy Mayor of Bunbury City Brendan Kelly.
We had 12 extra visitors on the night before the festival with Jo-Anne, Ian, Rene, Stan, Maureen, Colin, Dolores, Ted, Rose, Tony, Chris, Molly, Louis and Diane wearing various badges from Happy Wanderers, Riverside, Kiwilers, Greenfinches, Avon Squares, Dolphins, Gidge, Cloverwest.
Two visitors seemed to had forgotten that had a home, Colin and Dolores from (Avon Squares and Greenfinches) came for a total of three club nights. They were spending some time in the South West looking for Geocaches. Last report is they have now found most of the Geocaches hiding in the South West. (But I know at least 3 that they probably haven't found yet.)
We thank everyone for their cards, emails and messages of congratulations for the weekend. Don't forget – we were the lucky people who organised this festival – but it was you, (the dancers), who brought the atmosphere which made it all work so well. We have now settled into routine club nights, but it is a bit hard to pretend that the festival weekend never happened, so we won‘t.
The festival was followed up by a weekend at Wongan Hills, (which I missed out on), that was also worth attending by all reports. And we have just returned from the York Christmas dance. I'm sure Brian would have been very pleased with the way it ran. We hope he makes a full recovery.
We have had a late change for this year – we won't be dancing on the first Thursday in December (7th) due to work commitments. Our last night for this year is still on 14th December. We will be starting 2018 on February 9th.
https://www.facebook.com/JayGeesSquares/ Jeffrey


JoKing Cloggers
Leaders: Joanna Buswell & Kingsley Dawes Dance: Monday & Thursday 7:00pm
Kiwilers
Callers: Richard Muir
Dance: Monday & Thursday 7:30pm
We have the usual assemblage of ills. Maureen has been struggling with her legs. We are sure hopeful she wins the struggle soon. We note that while sailing around in exotic lands, Sharon attacked a cyclist. Her arm did not come out well from this encounter. It hindered her for a while but we are glad to see she has been able to re-join the action. Ian’s legs were growing some extra appendages, but since these did not improve his appearance, they have been removed. This put him out of action for a while, but he should have reappeared on the floor by the time you read this.
There have only been a couple of special events around the clubs. But we do have something special of our own. Ken Rittuchi will be calling a few days at the end of November. Our crystal ball is out of action so we can’t give any account of how good this is going to be, but hopefully you will enjoy a session or two with what is hoped to be bumper crowds.
This month we thought we would give a comprehensive account of Colleen and Virgil’s square dance history. When called, it turned out that they were inclined to be somewhat short of comprehensive. You have to wonder what grisly details have yet to be revealed. But they did say that they started square dancing about 20 years go at the invitation of a friend. This shows that they started very young. They learnt at a club whose name was mentioned, but the hearing of the scribe is not good enough to enable even a guess at the spelling of the name. After mainstream they went on to plus and then added A to their repertoire, and they continue to do this until this day.
After moving to Perth, they joined Kiwilers and have been regulars since. They have attended a number of conventions, but these days are leading a quieter life. We can mention they tried some experiments to find out if whiskey affected square dancing. Itmustbepointedoutthatonthefloorthese days, their antics have no connection with whiskey.
There are rumours around that the government is organizing a plebiscite on whether or not birthdays are still to be celebrated, but at the moment, they are still operational. December will see Marylin, Rew, Irene and Nick celebrating, with Margaret, Jack, Erla, Ted and Monica following up in January. Richard and Heather (you know them?) will have a wedding anniversary in December, with Marylin and David, Sue and Steve and Ross and Diana doing the same in January. Best wishes to one and all.
Well folks, that’s it for this year. Have a great Christmas and we hope that the New Year is especially good.
Melody Squares & Rounds Club
Caller: Bruce Gillett
Dance: Wednesday 7:30pm
The State Festival has come and gone and by all accounts the venue and calling were very good. Well done to all concerned. Have a Go Day was supported by square dancers and callers – inviting the general public to ‘Have a Go’ - perhaps people will be encouraged to seek out square dancing further! Well done to those who participated.
Melody has some folk away so we are a little light on the ground. On Saturday 11th November many of us met for our annual BBQ at Heathcote. It was not too warm, and it was lovely to catch up with not only the current members, but also people that are no longer square dancing.
Some folk from Melody helped Pasty celebrate her surprise 80th birthday and a most enjoyable time was had by all. We welcome back Pat and David from their travels. An interesting cruise I believe. I guess we are all on the wind down toward Christmas now but we still have all those Christmas parties to go to!
Keep in Tune with Melody Ann
Northam Line Dancers
President: Alan Eades Dance: Tuesday 6:30pm
Northern Stars
Callers: Steve Turner, Paul Long, Jim Buckingham President: Janice McGuire
Dance: Saturday 8:00pm
Our Christmas Party, ‘All I want for Christmas is ......’ will be held on Saturday, December 16 at 8.00pm. Please come dressed as your Christmas wish or in your cheery Christmas outfit. Santa has installed his letter box so that every dancer can post their secret wish, but be careful in case Santa or his helpers reveals some very naughty or nice wishes throughout the evening. There will also be raffles, spot prizes, carol singing and a scrumptious supper to conclude the festivities.
Many members travelled to Bunbury for the State Festival and our gnome ‘Normy’ was a prize- winner and is now residing happily in Gnomesville surrounded by like-minded peers. Congratulations to the Bunbury committee and their dancers for their
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superb hospitality and organisation. It was a most memorable weekend of friendship and dance.
Wongan Hill’s 41st birthday party saw their foundation and life member, Elsie Davey cut the birthday cake with almost 100 dancers singing the traditional birthday tune with gusto. Congratulations also to Ian Metcalf who was made a Life Member. Again, many Northern Stars made the annual trip to the wheat belt and contributed wholeheartedly to the many extracurricular activities that showcased this outstanding and resilient community. Thanks, Wongan Hills.
Our recent Introductory Night saw two new dancers dance to the crooning of Caller Steve who made everyone feel at ease and confident in taking on the dance challenge. ‘Turner’s Tangle’ proved to be not too much of a tangle for new and experienced dancers alike. Ask him to tangle you up next time you have him calling for you.
Our opening night for 2018 is February 3 – ‘The Dawning of the Age of Aquarius.’ Think cool water or nostalgic hippiness – please join us to get 2018 off to a great dawning. There’ll be some spot prizes, too.
Consideration of the month:
At Christmas, all roads lead to home.
Take care, Rosa
P&R Rounds
Leader: Patricia Mori
President: Barry Mori
Dance: Saturday 12:00 - 3:30pm
Riverside
Caller: Trish Holloway President: Neil Zinkler Dance: Monday 8:00pm
Well it probably goes without saying that I must have jinxed it either that or it was the trip to Wongan Hills (and back) - and we brought the hot weather back with us – but it appears to be here to stay for a while and dare I say it, some of us are already complaining.
It is certainly safe to say it has been an exciting few weeks in square dancing. Bunbury Festival was Bells and Whistles and huge bouquets for the Bunbury crew who put it together a really magnificent event. Thank you all so very much and thanks also to all the other dancers who attended. without you all it certainly wouldn’t have been so much fun.
Riverside can be very proud of our own little busy beaver Rene, who despite having to take good care of his harem of 8 lovely ladies out at the scout camp, jumped in and lent a helping hand whenever necessary. Well done Rene.
Two weeks later many of us were off again, this time to Wongan Hills for various length of stays. If you didn’t get to join us, sadly you missed a really really great weekend and be very very sure to look out for 2018’s version (a little birdie or was that a thorny devil, tells me it could be a smit earlier in the year, so a bit cooler. Don’t plan too much for September, and it could have a bit of a twist to it, again).If you did miss it then let me say that one unexpected delight/high- light was dancing to the tune of ‘Raining on the Rock’ on Mount O'Brien at sunset. It will certainly go do in the memory books for those of us who were there. Huge thank you Wongan Hills gang, you were great and so to the dancers who shared the experience.
Like I mentioned last month, so far our club still hasn’t had any further news about the (imminent?) renovations to the hall, so we continue to dance as normal and we will let everyone know if things suddenly change....
Our Christmas plans are still a little Topsy turvy and instead we intend to turn on a real woof woof of a Chinese New Year celebration on February 19th. Dog gone as the year of the dog anything ‘DOG’ is the theme but we promise no dog food for dinner either only the very best Chinese cuisine will do.
So mark it on your calendar February 19th - no need for dinner we will be eating after the first dance so no chance of indigestion either.
Don't hesitate to phone either Trish or myself (0419927633) if you are heading Cannington way to check if there have been any changes to our dancing plans – as they say ‘’the world is a-changing’, maybe.... Hope to see many of you on the floor in the hurry- scurry of the pre-Christmas whirl
Cheers for now
Jo-Anne.
Swan Valley Squares
Caller: Greg Fawell President: Doug Bush Dance: Friday 8:00pm
Salve one and all
Along with the rest of you, Swan Valley
dancers have been enjoying some wonderful occasions lately.
A large contingent travelled to Bunbury for the State Festival. The hard working Festival team is to be congratulated for their excellent program and innovations; it really was a fantastic few days. It is pleasing to know that our Swan Valley gnome is now happily ensconced alongside his other square dancing mates, down in the beautiful Ferguson Valley.
Another highlight was the recent demo dance put on in Swan Valley’s hall in Ellenbrook, in response to a request our caller, Greg Fawell, head of the Callers Association, received from Channel 9, as part of ‘Have a Go’ day.
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Sincere thanks to all the dancers who travelled out at the godforsaken hour of 6.30 am to participate in a really fun morning – especially Jim Buckingham and Allemanders members Terry and Keith, Carol and Frank, Marilyn and all the gang from Dianella Rangers, Colin and Dolores from Avon Squares, and Carol and Rick Mason, visiting from Red Barrons, New South Wales.
You can have a look at the three TV segments by following these links:
Part 1: https://youtu.be/7K4ZO0xi01w Part 2: https://youtu.be/BBvIsWtR-TA Part 3: https://youtu.be/sDVEnHpCP3c
Several Swan Valley members also attended the Wongan Hills birthday dance (rave reviews) and Greenfinches special events like the Halloween and Melbourne Cup nights.
We have been very blessed to enjoy Marita’s company over the past few months, and wish her well as she heads back up north. We look forward to seeing her again soon.
Reminders
• Swan Valley reopens: 19 January 2018; and
• John Basley birthday and Australia Day dance:
26 January 2018. All the best
Sharon
Ups ‘n’ Downers
Callers: Keith Lethbridge & Trish Holloway Dance: Tuesday 8:00pm
Wanneroo Square Dancers
Caller; Philip Hartley
Dance: Wednesday 8:00pm
Oh you know I was wondering what to put into this month’s magazine,
Until I came across an article called” What’s-Right- with-Square-Dancing”-Eric-Henerlau-Cincinnati.
Keynote Speech at the 66th National convention in America 2017, and I see how it not only relates to America, But to Australia particularly Western Australia, I spent a long time over this article, and personally I think If you are interested in our great activity, maybe you should have a read of it, if you cannot find it on the net Send me an email I will willingly send you a copy.
Back to club business, we have closed for the year, due to a lack Of dancers, we will be back next year totryagainstartingonthe7th ofFebruary2018.Inthe meantime, I hope you all have a Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year.
From Wanneroo Square Dancers.
White Gum Valley
Caller: Trish Holloway, Don Gauci & Ross Henley President: Kevin Green
Dance: Saturday 7:30pm (Rounds)
8:00pm (Squares) Hi Members & Dancers.
Well how quick does the year go these days, almost Christmas again & the end of another year.
I got something wrong last month.
I must say sorry to Arno; He is the secretary not Colleen. Colleen is our Treasure. Now that, that is sorted what has been happening this month.
First of all Colleen (Attention seeker I think) broke her wrist, but the trooper she is still danced. I can inform you her wrist is healing nicely. On ya Colleen.
I have not been informed of any visits this month but if you did visit White Gum Valley Welcome to our club.
As you may have heard Brian Sims was in hospital in the middle of November. We have been informed that he is now on the road to recovery. Get well soon Brian. Myself and all our members are thinking of you.
Special Occasion This Month:
Patsy Talbot turned 80 years young this month. Happy birthday Patsy from all your friends at WGV. May you enjoy the summer sunshine and butterflies in flight. The joy of simple things, the moon and stars at night. Your spirit is like a new day. Adorned with morning dew. And so this message comes with a birthday wish for you.
Happy 80th Birthday
End of year celebrations:
Our Christmas dance is on the 16th of December Caller Don Gauci & guest callers. Come along and have some fun with us we would love to see you. Ho Ho Ho
We are closed on the 23rd & 30th December but we are open on 31st December for our
New Year’s Eve Dance. (See Ad)
Ross Henley will be your caller with guest callers. Welcome in the new year with us and have a fun time.
Other dates to remember:
Reopening in 2018 on the 10th February
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all dances. Ross [email protected] 0403484427.
Wongan Hills SDC
Caller: Robert Dew President: Leann Clark Dance: Monday 7:30pm
Phil & Charmaine.
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A doll, a tricycle, a brother, a bunny, a pretty dress, a cake, an iPad, a scooter, my own room, and lots of
ice-cream, a pretty bangle, two dogs, a new school bag, ten new school friends, a
trampoline and .. umm ... ... oh, really, I just want my two FRONT TEETH.
Northern Stars Xmas Party Dance
We welcome all in the Square Dance community to join us
on December 16 as we celebrate another great year of fun and fellowship with old and new friends.
Come dressed as your Xmas wish, come dressed in Xmas gear, come dressed as you wish. All we want is ... a great party dance.
Have you been very, very good? Of course you have. Bring your very own Xmas wish and we will make sure Santa knows about it.
Floreat Uniting Church Hall.
Corner of Kirkdale Avenue and Berkeley Crescent. Saturday December 16th
Dancing from 8pm Admission $10
A Xmas supper plate would be appreciated, please.
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DIANELLA RANGERS Square Dance Club (Inc)
Invite you to our first 2018 Dance on
Wednesday 24 January 2018
8pm—10pm
St Peter & Emmaus Hall Joondanna
Theme for the night is “Back To School”
Our Special Guest Will Be
BRIAN HOTCHKIES Admission $8.00
Plate of supper appreciated
ANNUAL BOOMERANGS
RE-UNION DANCE With
BRIAN HOTCHKIES
and Jeff Van Sambeeck
Thursday 25 January 2018 8pm—10pm
In the same hall as above
Admission $10.00
Plate of supper appreciated
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Greenfinches
Christmas Dance
Tuesday 5th December 2017 8.00pm – 10.30pm
Hamersley Recreation Centre 20 Belvedere Rd, Hamersley
Mainstream, Plus and Rounds
Entry $8.00
plus
Raffle Tickets - $1.00 each
Lots of prizes
Supper provided


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Boyup Brook Easter square dance
Run under the auspices of the Square Dance Society of WA
WEEKEND PROGRAM
FRIDAY
5.30 pm Fish and chip meal at the bowling club
7pm - 9pm Dance at the flax mill (casual dress, covered in shoes) SATURDAY
11.45 am Sausage sizzle (Free, at the caravan park)
5pm - 6pm Dance at the Town Hall (square dance attire please) 6 pm - 7pm Meal (catered for us)
7 pm - SUNDAY 2pm - 4pm 7 pm
Square dancing, some rounds (including hat parade)
Plus at the Town Hall
Square dancing, some rounds - at the Town Hall
[A pdf copy of this form can be obtained electronically from Stan]
EASTER WEEKEND AT BOYUP BROOK 2018
FRIDAY MARCH 30th to SUNDAY APRIL 1st Registrations close Friday 16th March 2018
Name (s) ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________
Phone _________________________
Email _________________________________________________
Please return registrations and payment to -
Pat Paddon, 18 Ranleigh Way, Greenwood 6024. Phone (08) 9247 4645.
Powered sites at the caravan park are $27 per day. Please make bookings for sites through Pat, payment to be made to the caravan park on arrival.
Cheques/money orders should be made out to the Boyup Brook Square Dance Group.
EFT Boyup Brook Square Dance Group BSB 633-000 account number 1611 01191 - please include surname in the reference
For those who wish, a Friday night fish and chip meal with gluten free salad dressing will be at the Boyup Brook Club. The cost will be $20.00 per person, to be paid in cash at the Club on the night.
**** PLEASE NOTE : this meal must be booked at the time of registration **** Number going to the fish and chip meal—
Gluten free sausages will be provided for the Saturday lunch sausage sizzle.
On Saturday night there will be an Easter hat parade—come with your fanciest headgear.
_____ weekend tickets @ $27 Total $____________
Friday March 30 to Sunday April 1
$27 per person for the weekend
.CALLERS - RICHARD, STEVE AND VISITING CALLERS
For enquiries contact Stan Ball
Phone 0428 945 566 Email [email protected]
dietary requirements
Friday
Saturday
Battered
Grilled
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59th Australian National Square Dance Convention Perth, April 20th—23rd, 2018
A big welcome aboard to
Richard Muir (the man in the hat). Taking on the mantle of Chief Engineer, Richard will be ensuring that all halls and venues we use throughout the convention will be equipped with the best sound gear we have, in order to produce clear and audible music and vocals for your dancing pleasure. He is currently very busy untwisting the twisted and planning the funnel stack placements.
Bill & Trish Knijf, are the chief semaphore operators (flag marshals) and have been busy designing appropriate dance attractors to make sure e get the correct dancer to fill empty sets promptly and efficiently to make sure that “Anything Goes” just keeps going on. Look for them on the dance floor at all major sessions.
Anything Goes Cruise Deckies Vacancies
Thank you to all those who responded to our last Job Vacancy advert. The positions haven’t closed yet and there is still ample opportunity for WA dancers to involve themselves in this wonderful 2018 event for Square Dancing in Western Australia.
If you can offer any time on Thursday 19th April from 8.00 am to assist in a variety of roles in the setup of the venue
OR
On Tuesday 22nd April from 8.00 am for the break don of the venue it will be hugely appreciated.
To offer your services for any of the above please contact either Captain Kevin Kelly (0418 949 889) or Captain Steve Turner (0417 092 928) or email Steve at [email protected]
From the 59th ANSDC Crew To All Western Australian Dancers
Remember registrations for the “Captains Special”, present great value at $135.00 and will close on the 31st December 2017. If you or your friends haven’t registered yet make sure you do it soon. See the website for a copy of the registration form at www.perth2018.org.au.
Fundraiser. Have you bought your wines for your Christmas and New Year festivities yet. No! Then this is an opportunity for you to purchase some great West Australian or South Australian reds, whites, fortified and sparking wines. At great prices with the 59th Anything Goes ANSDC unique label you can select your choice of wines and have them delivered to your front door. See the details on the opposite page as to how to order and secure your wines of this one off production run. All funds raised will assist in presenting the convention in WA.
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59th Australian National Square Dance Convention
Help us raise money & buy a case or more of these fantastic wines.
Our friends at WA Cleanskin Cellars will donate $25.00 per case sold to our fundraising effort.
All orders must be made directly through WA Cleanskin Cellars online website - $5.00 postage charge will be applicable for deliveries within WA $15.00 outside WA.
WESTERN AUSTRALIAN WINES (Dozen)
Western Australia Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Western Australia Shiraz
Western Australia Sauvignon Blanc
Western Australia Cabernet Sauvignon
Western Australian Rose
South Australian Sparkling White NV
South Australian Sparkling Rose
South Australian Tawny Port 5YO
Mixed Dozen Option (1) (Whites and Bubbles)
Mixed Dozen Option (2) (Mix Reds/Whites)
SPARKLING WINES (Dozen)
FORTIFIED WINES (DOZEN) MIXED DOZEN OPTION (1)
MIXED DOZEN OPTION (2)
HOW TO MAKE AN ORDER
Please note: orders can only be made by the dozen. If you don’t want to buy a whole dozen perhaps share with friends.
TO ORDER ONLINE: go to https://www.wacleanskincellars.com.au/Fundraising/Home and login with the username and password below
Username: square Password: dance Orders close – 4/12/2017
Tropical fruits and fresh citrus aromas, on the palate displays of stone fruits accompanied with refreshing citrus acidity finish.
$144
Medium bodied in weight, this wine displays lifted fruits of plum and blackberry with vanilla oak influence and an abundance of grainy tannins
$144
Lifted aromas of cut grass, subtle citrus, and underlying gooseberry. Palate flavours include passionfruit, and lemon zest.
$144
Aromas of blackcurrant, blueberries, and dark chocolate mint, supported with silky tannins. Best serve with Curry
$144
The palate is full of wild ripe strawberries with a fleshy mid palate and bright acid profile.
$144
Pale straw with a light green and gold hue, this wine displays lifted citrus characters on the nose with a light yeastiness. The palate is soft and fruity, leading to a crisp natural acid finish. Great value bubbles for any occasion.
$144
Vibrant pink in color this wine displays lifted aromas of sweet strawberry characters on the nose. The palate is full of strawberry flavours with a crisp and refreshing finish Great value pink bubbles for any occasion.
$144
Aromas of spice and sweet liquorice. The palate has toffee creams and coffee flavours and like its
sister, the Muscat, is rather delicate.
$144
Western Australian Semillon Sauvignon Blanc x3 Western Australian Sauvignon Blanc x 3
SA Sparkling White x 3
SA Sparkling Rose x 3
$144
Western Australian Cabernet Sauvignon x 3 Western Australian Shiraz x 3
Western Australian Semillon Sauvignon Blanc x 3 Western Australian Sauvignon Blanc x 3
$144
Please note an additional $5.00 postage per dozen will be applicable for all orders posted within WA via Australia Post $15.00 for anywhere else in Australia
WARNING: Under the Liquor control Act 1988 it is an offence to sell or supply liquor to a person under the age of 18 yrs on licensed or regulated premises; or for a person under the age of 18 yrs to purchase liquor on licensed or regulated premises.
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CLUB TIME LEVEL
OTHER DETAILS
Not public holidays
Closed 4th Monday of the month Closed for the Summer
Morley
Rounds 1st, 3rd & 5TH Weeks Plus 2nd & 4th Weeks
Monday
Cloverwest
Bunbury Square Dancers
Dolphin Square Dancers Kiwilers
Riverside
Wongan Hills
JoKing Cloggers
Tuesday
Greenfinches Ups ‘N’ Downers
Wednesday
Dianella Rangers
Melody Squares & Rounds
Wanneroo Squares
Thursday
Kiwilers Jay Gees
JoKing Cloggers
Friday
Avon Squares Friendly Squares Happy Wanderers Kiwilers
Swan Valley Squares
Saturday
Northern Stars Gidgegannup White Gum Valley P&RRounds
Sunday
Allemander Squares
8:00pm Mainstream
8:00pm Mainstream Learning Plus
8:00pm Mainstream
7:30pm Plus
8:00pm Mainstream
7:30pm Mainstream
7:00pm
8:00pm Mainstream
7:30pm Mainstream
8:00pm Mainstream
8:00pm Mainstream Ph. 2 & 3
8:00pm Mainstream
7:30pm Advanced 1 &2
8:00pm Mainstream Learning Plus
7:00pm
8:00pm Mainstream
Mainstream
8:00pm Mainstream
7:30pm Rounds
8:00pm Mainstream
8:00pm Mainstream Plus
8:00pm Mainstream Learning Plus
7:30pm Mainstream Rounds
12:00pm Ph.3&4 2:00pm Beginners
2:30pm Beginners Rounds
Mainstream Plus
Cannington
2ND and 4th Saturday of the month
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CLUB
Allemanders
Augusta/ Margaret River Avon Squares
Bunbury Squares Cloverwest
Dianella Rangers
Dolphin Dancers
Friendly Squares Gidgegannup Greenfinches
Happy Wanderers
Jay Gees
JoKing Cloggers
Kiwilers
Melody Square and Rounds Northern Stars
P&R Rounds
Riverside
Swan Valley Squares Ups ‘N’ Downers White Gum Valley Wanneroo Squares Wongan Hills
VENUE
Rob Baddock Hall, Kallaroo Contact Club
Lesser Town Hall, York
Eaton Family Centre,
4 Charterhouse St, Eaton
Shenton Park Community Centre,
Cnr Herbet & Onslow Rd, Shenton Park St. Peter & Emmanus Church Hall,
56 Green St, Joondanna
Mandurah Bowling Club,
10 Allnutt St, Mandurah
QE II Centre,
Durlacher St, Geraldton
Showground Hall,
Old Toodyay Rd, Gidgegannup
Hamersly Recreation Centre,
20 Belvedere Rd, Hamersley
Alf Faulkner Hall,
Cnr Mary Cres & Ivanhoe St, Eden Hill
St Augustin’s Uniting Church Hall Mangles St, Bunbury
St Michael’s & Angels Anglican Church 46GeorgeWay,Cannington & Carramar Community Centre,
Redgum Way, Morley
P&C Hall,
Cnr Coode & Thelma St, Como
Sullivan’s Hall,
2 Nannine Ave, White Gum Valley
Uniting Church Hall,
50 Berkley Cres, Cnr Kirkdale Ave, Floreat R.S.L Hall,
Kenny St, Bassendean
St Michael’s & Angels Anglican Church 46 George Way, Cannington
Woodlake Community Hall
2 Highpoint Boulevard, Ellenbrook All Saints Anglican Church,
Cnr Hicks & Dorothy St, Gosnells Sullivan’s Hall,
2 Nannine Ave, White Gum Valley
Wongan Hills Civic Centre, Lesser Hall, Wongan Hills
CONTACT
9305 8685
0418 948 823
0427 912 151 [email protected] 9646 1243
0417 953 137 9305 4096 0407 082 709
9534 3671 0487 243 051 9938 2180 9965 3357 9261 1481 9574 6071 9243 1200 0419 900 441 9379 2590 9277 3010 0427 912 233
0424 538 521
9474 5485 9418 2882 0429 303 139 0448 794 940
9398 1541 9451 1238
0417 912 241
9414 5115
9337 5385 9457 8132
[email protected] 9620 1234
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Dianella Rangers Square Dance Club Inc Invite you to join us for our 42nd Birthday
Here we are: 21 again Come dressed in your 70’s gear
Wednesday 14 March 2018
St Peters & Emmaus Church Hall Cnr Banksia & Green Streets
Joondanna
8.00pm Admission: $8.00
A plate of supper will be appreciated
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Caller: Trish Holloway Entry $8
Missed Riversides Xmas party – so dID we – so instead please Join us for our
CHINESE
MONDAY FEB 19TH – 8PM
CHINESE DINNER AFTER THE FIRST DANCE
Please RSVP for catering purposes – 0419927633 At the moment it’s still at St
Michael’s & All Angels Church hall – George Way, Cannington – if things change –keep your eye out for
a Wise old china man or A Great Big Fortune Cookie
Costumes enthusiastically applauded – or at least barked at loudly
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They say by around mid-December all the Square Dancing has finished for 2017 but there’s still one to go:
White Gum Valley’s: New Year’s Eve Square Dance and it’s been happening in the Valley for about 54 years.
So don’t sit at home watching TV or sleeping, come join Club Caller Ross Henley plus visiting Callers and Dancer’s
On Sunday 31st December.
Dance your way into with great tunes, Super Square-Dancing and other great fun dances
Rounds from 8:00pm Mainstream from 8:30pm into the New Year
At The Sullivan Hall, cnr: Nannine Avenue and Stevens Street, White Gum Valley
Entry is $8.00 per dancer
Raffle tickets on sale (3 for $1.00)
Could dancers please bring a plate of goodies to help out with supper, again that will
be fantastic.
Looking forward to seeing you in the Valley, New Year’s Eve
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CROSSWORD
Across
2. Calls for Happy Wanderers
7. Stern
8. Dodge
9. Concise
11. Water pitcher
12. Singularity
15. Spiny shrub
16. Surrealist painter
18. Fasting period 20. Artless
22. Breed of hound 24. Mountain lake
26. Mode of transport
27. Flood
28. Musical sound
29. Be monarch
Down
1. Concurred
2. Flying toy
3. Coming forth
4. Requires
5. Indonesian holiday isle
6. Refuse
10. More regretful
13. Taking out
14. Make brown
17. Top card
19. Cycle for two
21. Change
22. Fish
23. Leads the Northam Line Dancers
25. Soon
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SQUARE DANCE SOCIETY OF W.A. (INC.)
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Robert Dew, President
Colleen Smith, Magazine Editor Square Dance Society of WA Inc.
EMERGENCY CALL FOR MEDICAL AID
1. When a dancer goes down, a second dancer attends him/her.
2. Remaining couples join hands and take a step backward. This
will allow the injured person and attendant air and room.
3. Raise joined hands as high as possible in the form of an arched
circle.
4. On seeing this signal, the caller or hall monitor will immediately place an Emergency Call for Medical Aid
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Checklist:
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SUN
MON
TUES
WED
THUR
FRI
SAT
31
White Gum Valley NYE
1
Swan Valley Christmas and Close
2
3
Allemanders Christmas and Close.
P&R Rounds Final Dance 2017
4
Cloverwest Closes
5
Greenfinches Christmas and Close. Ups N Downers Christmas and Close.
6
Melody Christmas and Close
7
JayGee’s Closed
8
Happy Wanderers Christmas and Close
9
Gidgegannup Christmas and Close
10
11
Riverside Close
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Northern Stars Christmas. White Gum Valley Christmas and Close
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LOST IN BUNBURY AT FESTIVAL
Black Western Shirt with Red boots on front of shoulders with yellow flowers.
If found or picked up by mistake Call Patricia Mori, 0448 794 270
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Bunbury Re-opens
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Feb: Mad Hatters Tea Party
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Apr: Boyup Brook
Apr: ARDA Seminar
Apr: National Square Dance Convention
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