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Interesting & special dances, listed by date, that East Texas dancers might be traveling to. It is good advise to verify information listed. Notification of errors and omissions would be appreciated. Dances which meet our goals as stated on our Home page, will be included if sent by e-mail to Jim & Gwyn Haynes. Email: jimgem24k@surfbest.net

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NOTE-- Check the Round Dance page for all-round dances.

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YEAR 2009

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OKLAHOMA, July 10-11, 2009

9th Annual Route 66
International Square Dance Jamboree
Come Square Dance on the
"Main Street of America"
July 10-11, 2009
(Now, always the second Saturday of July)
Elk City Convention Center. Elk City, Oklahoma USA
9th Anniversary
Usually more than ten callers in attendance.
Basic 54/ Mainstream with announced Plus
Separate times for Advanced
Line dancing & Country-Western
Registration: $12.50 per person before June 25, 2009
2 casual dances on Saturday afternoon
Friday and Saturday night Traditional dances
For more information contact Mike & Myrna Perkins bmperkins1@sbcglobal.net

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TEXAS, July 17-18, 2009

18th ANNUAL JULY JUBILEE
July 17-18, 2009
Paws & Taws Square Dance Building
Rockport-Fulton, Texas
Squares - Plus Level - Rounds Between Tips
Callers; Gary Shoemake & Ken Bower
Cuers: John & Norma Jean Becker

Only $35.00 per person
Make check payable to:
Norma Jean Becker
July Jubilee -- 13514 Nira
Universal City, TX 78148
Pre-Registration is Suggested
Motel rooms sell out quickly
Best Western-Inn by the Bay
361-729-8351
For more info contact:
John & Norma Jean Becker 210-566-0675
Cell - 210-383-9107
Email: danceduets@satx.rr.com

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SPECIAL NOTE!!!!! TRIPLE HEADER!!!!!

Make it a great weekend, (July 17, 18, 19, 2009) and enjoy the dancing to three great callers and two great cuers. Check out the next postings for dances in Athens and in Tool. The dance halls are about a 30 minute drive apart.

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TEXAS, July 17, 2009

PEA PICKER ANNIVERSARY DANCE
July 17, 2009
Henderson County Sr. Citizens Building
1/2 mile East of Loop 7 on Hwy 31 East
(Next to Fairgrounds) Athens, TX.
Caller: Bob Baier
Cuer: Sonny Ezelle

ER: 7-pm SD: 7:30-10:00
Dinner Served: 6-7:30 pm
CONTACT: Mack & Betty Gore 903-675-2120
Email: betty-mackgore@suddenlink.net

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TEXAS, July 18, 19, 2009

'Back to Back'
Log Cabin Swingers presents
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July 18, 2009
Caller Darryl Lipscomb & Cuer John Brewer
Round teach at 6:30--Early Rounds at 7:30
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July 19, 2009
Caller Gary Shoemake--Cuer John Brewer
Special times--ER 2:30---SD 2:30 to 5:00
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Promenade Hall, Hwy 274, Tool, TX
For info on housing, RV hook-ups,
schedule, etc. view website below or contact:
Ronnie & Velma Himes 903-887-2691
Email: velron@msn.com
Joyce Sellers 214-543-0834
Email: joyce@logcabinsquaredanceclub.com
Check website at:
http://www.logcabinsquaredanceclub.com

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CRUISE ALASKA, July 19-31, 2009

12-Night Escorted Alaska Cruise Tour
July 19-31, 2009
With Ken Ritucci
Aboard Royal Caribbean’s “Radiance of the Seas”
Interior Stateroom $2498.00
Ocean View Stateroom with balcony $3428.00
Group rates are based on double occupancy per person.
The above rate includes shipboard accommodations; ocean,
rail and motor coach transportation; hotel accommodations;
port charges, fuel charges and taxes. Airfare is additional and
available from your gateway city upon request. Insurance is strongly
recommended and available upon booking.
For more information please contact: Vicky at: Easthampton Travel. 126 Northampton St. Easthampton, MA 01027
Email: etravel@easthamptontravel.net Phone: (800) 789-7949

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LOUISIANA, JULY 19, 2009 &
            JULY 21, 22, 23, 2009

Calling Campers and Dancers of all ages!!!!!!!!!!!

'National Square Dance Campers Associations'
presents
52nd ANNUAL NSDCA INTERNATIONAL CAMPOREE
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July 19, 2009
Cajun Hop on the Bayou

Rayne, LA
Sponsored by the
See Saw Square Dance Club, Lafayete, LA
Camping & Dancing in Frog City
Caller Wade Driver & Cuer Huey Dufrene
Click for flyer:
http://raynebook.tripod.com/HOP_ON.pdf
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July 21, 22, 23, 2009
N.S.D.C.A. INTERNATIONAL CAMPOREE

This event has more things to do that there is space to list here.
For additional information and links for information
Go to website at http://www.rayne2009.9f.com/
For Registration form & info, go to:
http://raynebook.tripod.com/rfr74.pdf +++++++++++++++++++++++++
For additional flyers and informational booklets, make request to:
General Chairmen, Ron & Laura Harry 985-419-9556
Email: texasjet@bellsouth.net

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GEORGIA, July 24-25-26, 2009

5th Annual All-Star
PEACHTREE PROMENADE
Square & Round Dance Weekend
July 24-25-26, 2009
Civic Center, Commerce, Georgia
Ken Bower (CA)=Gary Shoemake (TN)
Jerry Biggerstaff (NC)=Steve Kopman (TN)
Darryl McMillian (AL)=Bob & Sandy Hange (GA)

2 Halls-Wood Floors-Air Conditioned
Plus & Advance Dancing in Separate Halls
Plus DBD, HOT Hash & C-1 Star Tips
Package - $40.00 per Dancer ($45 at Door)
Best Western Commerce Inn 706-335-3640
Comfort Inn 706-335-9001
Holiday Inn Express 706-336-8666
Jameson Inn 706-335-3738
Mail check pay to: Peachtree Promenade
1060 Alpine Drive, Sevierville, TN 37876
Info contact: Gary Shoemake 865-453-9382 or
Email: gshoemake@att.net

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TEXAS, July 25-26, 2009

21st Annual STAGECOACH ROUNDUP
ALL PLUS SQUARE DANCE WEEKEND
July 25-26, 2009
Stagecoach Inn, Salado, Texas
Tim Tyl of White Oak, TX
Dave Towry of Hot Springs Village, AR

Saturday 2:00 p.m. Plus Warm-up
2:30 p.m. Plus Workshop
4:00 p.m. Tuff Plus (30 minutes)
8:00 p.m. Evening Dance
Sunday 9:00-11-00 am Good Morning Dance
Weekend Dance Package
Limited to 12 Squares
$25 per person advance
$30 per person at the door
Send to: Tim Tyl,
PO Bos 627, White Oak, TX 75693

Make reservations early!
Identify yourselves as square dancers and
make your motel reservations at the
Stagecoach Inn Salado, TX 76571
Local (254) 947-5111 Toll Free (800) 732-8994.
For more info or questions contact:
Tim & Sissy Tyl 903-738-6049
Email:tim@timtyl.com

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NORTH CAROLINA, July 26-30, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
Plus DBD Workshop
June 26-30, 2009
Randy Dougherty & Jerry Story
This will be a learning week for Plus dancers who wish to explore more challenging choreography.
Tired of "Plain Old Vanilla"?
If so, this week is for you!

Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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ALASKAN CRUISE, August 2-9, 2009

Great Alaskan Cruise Adventure
August 2-9, 2009
Join TOM & SUZY ROPER and Friends
8days/7nights of glorious cruising Alaska
For info: Tom Roper 956-245-4245
Email: roper@wesquaredance.com
Link to Flyer http://www.wesquaredance.com/TomRoper/Alaska/index.htm

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NORTH CAROLINA, August 2-6, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
C1 Blast for A2 Dancers
August 2-6, 2009
Tim Crawford & Jerry Story
This week is for A2 dancers wanting to learn
as much C1 as can possibly be covered during this week.
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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TENNESSEE, August 6, 7, 8, 2009

35th TENNESSEE STATE CONVENTION
Smokey Mountain Convention Center
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
August 6, 7, 8, 2009
For more info call: Dan & Glinda Torvik 901-412-8140
E-mail: dtorvik@bellsouth.net

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WASHINGTON, August 6, 7, 8, 9, 2009

Circle 8 Ranch
August 6, 7, 8, 9, 2009
Callers; Dan Preedy & Gary Shoemake
Cuers: Debbie & Paul Taylor

Aug 7-9 PLUS $65 per couple
Program starts at 1:30 pm on Aug 7.
Optional Aug 6 dance at 7:30pm $10 pay at the door
For more info call: Gary Shoemake 865-453-9382
E-mail: gshoemake@att.net

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NORTH CAROLINA, August 9-13, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
Plus Dancing
August 9-13, 2009
Tony Oxendine & Jerry Story
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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NEW MEXICO, Aug 14-16, 2009

Hot August Nights
August 14, 15, 16, 2009
Albuquerque Square Dance Center
4915 Hawkins, NE. Albuquerque, New Mexico
Callers; Mike Hogan of Nebraska
Cuers: Ronnie & Bonnie Bond of AZ

Plus with Announced A with Rounds between tips
Saturday Workshops include both SD & Rds
Price: $27.50 per person before July 1, 2009
$30.00 after July 1
Individual session price available at the door!
Contact: Larada Horner, 505-323-7098.
Email: Larada@earthlink.net
Make check pay to: Lin Miller
14 Asher Lane, Tijeras, NM 87059
505-286-9000
Email: linmiller@earthlink.net

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NORTH CAROLINA, August 16-20, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
Plus DBD Dancing
August 16-20, 2009
Tony Oxendine & Jerry Story
(This week is for the square dance enthusiast.)
BE WARNED! NO HOLDS BARRED!
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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MISSOURI, Aug 23-27, 2009

WHETHER YOU HAVE ONE
               OR SEVERAL SQUARE DANCE VACATIONS,
                                THIS IS ONE YOU SHOULD DO.
                                               THERE IS NONE BETTER.

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Great Plus Square Dance Week
KIRKWOOD LODGE, Osage Beach, Missouri
On Missouri's Beautiful Lake Of The Ozarks
THE Premier Square & Round Dance Vacation Destination!
August 23 through August 27, 2009
1192 Lakeshore Drive. Osage Beach, Missouri
PLUS Dancing at it's 'BEST'
It's a SELL OUT with LIMITED SQUARES
Make application now to secure a spot

You have never been to a party until you
Enjoy the GREATEST "TEXAS PARTY" ever
held by B & J and M & P
Callers: Bob Baier and Jerry Junck, Cuers: Mark & Pam Prow
One LOW RATE includes:
your room, meals, workshops, dances, snacks,
a Wine & Cheese tasting, a Fashion Show, Main Street Opry and
a cruise aboard the Celebration, the Lake of the Ozarks' largest & most luxurious passenger vessel.
For a registration form and information, contact:
Jim & Gwyn Haynes
9013 CR 3816
Athens, Texas
903-675-1665 or Email: jimgem24k@surfbest.net

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COLORADO August 28-29, 2009

41st Annual Peach Promenade
Hosted by
Colorado West Area Square Dance Council
August 28-29, 2009
Mt. Garfield Middle School, 3475 Front St.,
Clifton (just South of Grand Junction), Colorado
Caller Ken Bower (Palm Desert, CA)
Cuers Steve & Lori Harris (Mesa, AZ)

Information/Flyer: Pat & Wanda McBride, Phone (970) 434-3543

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TEXAS, August 29, 2009

Dogwood Squares
FALL FEST DANCE
August 29, 2009
Callers: Mike Mayeux, Kenneth Melvin,
Ron Mineau, Tim Tyl.
Rounds by Fred & Linda Ayers.

Palestine Senior Center
200 N. Church St. Palestine, TX.
5 - 6 pm Rds & Entertainment
6 - 7 pm Food
7 - 10 pm Dance
Tin Can Auction & Vendor
For info contact: Earl Willis 903-545-5778
Email: marvinewillis@yahoo.com

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NEVADA, August 30 --September 2, 2009

2nd ANNUAL RENO ROMP
Reno, Nevada
Sands Regency Resort & Casino
345 North Arlington Ave
Reno, NV. 89501
August 30 --September 2, 2009
Callers: Ken Bower, Gary Shoemake,
Tony Oxendine
Cuers: Phil & Sue Harris

Package Includes:
3 Nights Lodging
2 Breakfast
2 Dinners
Afterparty Snacks
PLUS and ROUND Dancing
Advanced Sessions
Package Only
ALL THIS FOR ONLY $199 per person
(Based on Double Occupancy)
Send $75 deposit to: RENO ROMP
2640 Goldeneye Ridge, Sumter, SC 29150
For more info call: 803-840-0746
E-mail: info@renoromp.com
View website at http://www.renoromp.com/

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NEBRASKA, September 4, 5, 6, 2009

LABOR DAY WEEKEND
with TOM & JERRY
September 4, 5, 6, 2009
Tom Roper (Omaha, Il), Jerry Junck (Wayne, NE)
Rounds by Pat & Mike Schrant (Omaha, NE)

City Auditorium, Broken Bow, Nebraska
For info (lodging, dancing, after-party, etc.) on this great weekend.
Contact: Larry & Cathy Larson 308-872-5451
Email: lclarson9@msn.com
Print Flyer & Registration form at web site:   http://www.wesquaredance.com/TomRoper/TomJerry/index.htm

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TEXAS, September 4-5, 2009

Chaparral Records Presents
15th Annual
Evening in Paris Texas
September 4-5, 2009
at the beautiful Love Civic Center
Two Halls - Plus and Advance
Ken Bower, Marshall Flippo, Sonny & Charlotte Ezelle
Jerry Haag, Gary Shoemake

Advanced Registration $40.00 per dancer
(Includes Dancing and After Party Show)
Advance registration must be received by August 20, 2009
At the Door $45.00 per dancer
NO PARTIAL DANCE PACKAGES WILL BE SOLD
For more Information/Reservations email:
Jerry & Sherry Haag  sherryhaag@aol.com

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CALIFORNIA, September 4, 5, & 6, 2009

Labor Day Weekend
MID-CAL CLASSIC
September 4, 5, & 6, 2009
Bob Baier (TX) & Jet Roberts (CA)
Sharon & Casey Parker

Merced County Spring Fairgrounds
"F" and 4th Streets, Los Banos, California
(Near intersection of I-5 & Route 152)
PLUS DANCING, ROUND DANCING
WORKSHOPS, A-2 SESSIONS
Beautiful air conditioned hall w/wood floors
RV parking at Fairgrounds
Plenty of tree shaded sites
Dancing starts Friday 7:00 PM
Various sessions through Sunday 10:00 PM
Best Western--209-827-0954
Vagabond Inn--209-827-4677
Relax Inn--209-826-5002
Check http://www.hotels.com to search the web
Registration fee
$37.50 per person in advance
$42.50 per person at the door
Payable to: Mid-Cal Classic
Mail to: 2009 Mid-Cal Classic
P O Box 671, Kelseyville, CA 95451
For info and registration, contact:
Harlan 707-277-7536, email: harlanbowen@sbcglobal.net

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LOUISIANA, September 10, 11, 12, & 13, 2009

2nd Annual BLUE BAYOU
West Lake, Louisiana
Plus Level Square & Round Dance Weekend

Thursday night Trail In Dance
September 10, 2009
Jerry Dews calling
Sponsored by the
Swinging Rebels SD Club
Separate pay at the door

Friday, Saturday & Sunday
September 11, 12, 13, 2009
Callers: Ken Bower, Gary Shoemake,
Cuers: Huey & Eloise Dufrene

REBEL HALL, 809 Mulberry, West Lake, LA.
Wood Floors - Air Conditioned
Special Hot Hash
Host Motel-Wingate Hotel-337-527-5151
300 Arena Rd., Sulphur, LA
4-star hotel with great amenities
including a 42 item breakfast buffet.
Rate of $79 per night-mention Square Dance Group
RV Camping available
Weekend sessions fee $40.00 per person
($45 at the door)
No single session tickets
Mail check (pay to Blue Bayou) and registration to:
BLUE BAYOU
1060 ALPINE DRIVE, SEVIERVILLE, TN 37876.
For more info call: 865-453-9382
E-mail: gshoemake@att.net

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NORTH CAROLINA, September 11-12, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
Advance Square Dancing Weekend
September 11-12, 2009
Jerry Story
C1 star tip at each session
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
Dance package only: 50.00 per couple
Camping, cabins and park models available
with square dancer discounts
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com

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ALABAMA, September 11-12, 2009

Old-Fashioned Country Jubilee
BIRMINGHAM BLAST
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September 11-12, 2009
Caller: Tony Oxendine & Dee Dee Dougherty-Lottie
Cuer: David Hollady

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BSDA Friendship Hall
1024 Old Walker Chapel Road
Fultondale, Al;abama (I-65, Exit 267)
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For info on regisgtration, housing, schedule, etc.
Call 704-377-5554
Email Info@GSIInternational.org
Or view website
http://www.gsiinternational.org

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NORTH CAROLINA, September 13-17, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
"Plus" Dancing
September 13-17, 2009
Bob Asp, Curt Braffet, & Jerry Story
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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ARKANSAS, Sept 18-19, 2009

SQUARE ROUND THE LAKE
DeGray Lake Resort Lodge
DeGray Lake State Park, Arkansas
Plus Level Weekend
September 18-19, 2009
Jerry Story, Tony Oxendine, Sonny & Charlotte Ezelle
PLUS DANCING AT IT'S BEST

$35.00 per person - No Split Sessions
Lodge or Camping Reservation call:
DeGray Lake Resort State Park Lodge  1-800-737-8355
Block rooms release to public 8/20/09
Tell Lodge you are with SRL Dance
Mail Dance Reservation to:
Square Round the Lake, c/o Sonny or Charlotte Ezelle
6737 FM 726 South, Gilmer, TX 75645
More Info: Charlotte Ezelle 903-734-7481
Email: Charlotte Ezelle sacaezelle@hotmail.com

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TEXAS, September 18-19, 2009

A Brain Teaser Weekend
Dancing By Definition
DBD---Tuff on the brain---Fun for the soul

September 18-19, 2009
Callers: Wayne Morvent (TX) & Jimmy Johnson (TX)
St. John's United Church of Christ
516 Colorado Street, Burton TX 77835
(10 minutes west of Brenham, TX on Hiway 290)
$35/person for 4 two-hour sessions.
Friday: 7:30 - 9:30
Saturday: 10:00/2:30/7:30
Headquarters Hotel--Comfort Suites
2350 So. Day Street, Brenham, TX 77833
1-979-421-8100 Identify yourself as DBD Dance Group
Group discount rate $104.99 Complimentary breakfast included
All casual weekend--Square dance attire welcomed
Send Checks (with names, address, etc) payable to:
Tony and Pam Billingsley
2827 English Colony Dr. Webster, TX 77598
Telephone 281-996-1581
Email: tonypamdbd@sbcglobal.net

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CRUISE NEW ENGLAND/CANADA, September 19, 2009

7-day NEW ENGLAND/CANADA CRUISE
DEPART from NEW YORK CITY
aboard the Carnival Triumph
with Darryl & Ann McMillan and
Bobby & Shirley Barber
September 19 through 26, 2009
Dancing MS-Plus-Advance-C1 on the ship
Info Contact: Darryl McMillan 256-227-0908
Email: dmcmillan@aol.com
Or Shirley Barber 205-338-7072
Email: sbarber1@aol.com
Or ALL ABOARD TRAVEL, LLC
Email: allaboardtravel@coosahs.net

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NORTH CAROLINA, September 20-24, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
A2 Dancing
September 20-24, 2009
Johnny Preston & Jerry Story
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email:
squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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NEW MEXICO, September 24-25-26, 2009

Aspencade Plus
Square and Round Dance Festival

September 24, 25, & 26, 2009
Held in the Historic Red River Community House.
Red River, New Mexico
ART TANGEN and MIKE & D’ BRAMLETT
SALLY & BOB NOLEN

DAILY SCHEDULES (STARTS THURSDAY)
WORKSHOPS:
10:00 AM - Noon Rounds
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Plus Squares
3:30 PM - 4 PM Advanced Squares
DANCES:
7:30 PM Pre-Rounds
8:00 PM Square Dance
REGISTRATION:
Package Price Only $75 per couple in advance
(must be postmarked by September 10, 2009)
Or $90 per couple at the door
For more Info contact:
Bob & Sally Nolen
bnolen79@msn.com

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LOUISIANA, September 25-26, 2009

Louisiana Round Dance Teachers Association
28th Louisiana II-IV Round Dance Weekend
Sponsored by 3D R/D Club
September 25-26, 2009
Fri. & Sat. 7:00-7:30: III-V Early Rounds
Sat. 10-12 and 2-4: II-IV teaches
Fri. & Sat. 7:30-10:00: II-IV DANCE
RUSTON Civic Center. Ruston, Louisiana
$50 per couple (No charge for students)
HOST MOTEL: Sleep Inn and Suites
106 S. Service Rd. East, Ruston, LA Ph. 318-232-1100
"LRDTA round dance" rate: $79.00 + tax
(30 rooms held until 9-11-09)
www.sleepinn.com/hotel-ruston-louisiana-LA168
More Info: Jerry & Frances Stinson 318-255-3113
Email: jerrystinson@suddenlink.net

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NORTH CAROLINA, September 25 & 26, 2009

So,,, Ya Want To learn A Little DBD,,, Do Ya
"Pride Resort" Weekend Special
Intro to DBD "Dance By Definition"
September 25 & 26, 2009
Jerry Story
For those PLUS dancers who are looking
for more than "plain vanilla" choreography
this weekend will introduce you to some
Chocolate and Strawberry
and maybe even a little
Mocha Almond Fudge
Come enjoy the FUN as Jerry does what he does best
"High Quality Square Dance Entertainment"
Four Sessions of "DBD FUNSHOP"
Pride RV Resort, 4394 Jonathan Creek Road
Waynesville, North Carolina
( I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town )
Weekend Package $25 per person (no split sessions)
For more info contact Linda or Kristy 828-926-1645
or E-mail squaredance@pridervresort.com
Website www.pridervresort.com

or E-mail Jerry Story  JERRYSTORY@aol.com
Web
www.jerrystory.com

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NORTH CAROLINA, September 27-October 1, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
Plus Level Dancing
September 27-October 1, 2009
Tony Oxendine, Marchall Flippo & Jerry Story
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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NORTH CAROLINA, October 4-8, 2009

Maggie Valley Square Dance Vacations presents
Plus Dancing
October 4-8, 2009
Tony Oxendine & Jerry Story
Pride RV Resort. 4394 Jonathan Creek Road.
Waynesville, North Carolina 28785
(I-40 Exit 20 Maggie Valley and Ghost Town)
1-800-926-8191 (Ask for Linda)
Email: squaredance@pridervresort.com
Prices are per couple and include lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, after party snacks and dancing morning and night. (Tuesday nights are off for you to explore the area or you may attend our open mainstream dance.) Casual dress. Air Conditioned!! New Hall with Wood Floor!! Enjoy Mini Golf • Heated Pool and Hot Tub • Fishing • Wireless Internet Picnics Along Jonathan Creek • Horseshoes • Hillbilly Golf • Holy Board and much more!
Check in Sunday at 2:00 pm and check out Friday at 10:00 am.
RV Package: ..........$495.00 plus applicable tax
Cabin Rental Package: ..........$695.00 or $745.00 plus applicable tax
Park Model Package: ..........$795.00 or $845.00 plus applicable tax
$50 deposit for RV Packages
$100 deposit for Cabin and Park Model Packages

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TEXAS, October 16-17-18, 2009

Jim & Gwyn recommend this dance for those Plus dancers
who enjoy 'tough plus', 'DBD' and Plus Dancing with
everything including the 'kitchen sink'.
The Plus Dancing is as good as it gets!!!!!!!!!


"2nd Annual"
TEXAS PLUS*ADVANCED*CHALLENGE CONVENTION
(TEXPACC)
Paris, Texas
October 16-17-18, 2009
LEE KOPMAN (New York)-DARRYL LIPSCOMB (Texas)
TIM PLOCH (Texas)-BILL HAYNES (Arizona)
BOB BAIER (Texas)-Jerry Stover (Oklahoma)
Round Dancing Saturday evening with
Patti Wheelington (Arkansas)
Red River Valley Fair Grounds, Paris, TX
PLUS, A-2, C-1, C-2 with 8 tips of C3A
4 Halls of Dancing-computer squares all sessions
8:30 pm Friday through Sunday noon
Motel info sent with registration confirmation
RV Park on-site--$15 per night
Advance Registration--$80.00/per couple dance fee
($85 after October 1, 2009)
Payable to: Yevonne Alexander
1205 Canadian Circle, Grand Prairie, TX 75050
Additional info: 972-988-6859 or
Email: AccentsA@sbcglobal.net
Click here to view flyer:
http://www.acsquaredance.com/Paris2009.pdf
Click here for Paris, TX accommodations.
http://www.acsquaredance.com/html/accommodations.html

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TENNESSEE, October 16-17, 2009

DANCE THE RAILS
47th Mid-South Square & Round Dance Festival
“NIGHT TRAIN TO MEMPHIS”
Sponsored by the
Greater Memphis Square and Rond Dance Association
October 16-17, 2009
Callers: Mike (D', Drew) Bramlett (TX)
Cuers: David (Linda) Holladay (AL)

St. Paul United Methodist Church
2949 Davies Plantation Rd at Hwy 64
Memphis, Tennessee
Info: Mary Ann Walker 901-628-4356,
Email: walker5252@aol.com
Registration: Kathy & Ridley Clifton 901-294-2399
Email: rckcac@aol.com
Lodging, RV, Schedule, Registration Form, Map, ETC, get FLYER at:
http://www.memphissrd.com/Portals/10/47th%20Festival.pdf

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VERMONT, October 16-17-18, 2009

19th ANNUAL
AUTUMN LEAVES FESTIVAL

Bennington College, Bennington, Vermont
October 16-17-18, 2009
Red Bates--Bill Harrison--Tim Marriner--John Marshall--Don Moger
Ken Ritucci--Ralph & Joan Collipi--Steve & Irene Bradt

5 halls the entire festival
Plus, A1, A2, C1, Limited C2, Mainstream & Rounds
Contact Red Bates 941-828-0481 or 207-864-2524
Email: redbates@juno.com
Get FLYER at:
http://www.castoff8s.com/tlfest09p1.html
Lodging & Registration Form at:
http://www.castoff8s.com/tlfest09p2.html

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FLORIDA, October 23-24, 2009

30th Annual Single-Rama Dance
(Sponsored by Florida Singles Association)
October 23-24, 2009
Kenilworth Lodge, 1610 SE Lakeview Dr.
Sebring, FL 33870 phone 1-800-423-5939
(mention FASSRD when making reservations)
Caller: Sam Dunn (FL) Cuer: Lisa Wall (FL)
$25/person advance, $30 at the door
Info & Ribbons: Mary Lou Pelz
4815 Southland Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32207
904-733-1869   Email   maryloupelz@aol.com

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TEXAS, October 23-24-25, 2009

HALLOWEEN PLUS WEEKEND
October 23-245-25, 2009
Caller: Joe Saltel
Cuers: Sonny & Charlotte Ezelle

Promenade Hall, Hwy 274, Tool, TX
For info (schedule, RV camping, housing) & reservations:
Contacts: Mike & Pat Powell 972-564-3610
Email: Mike & Pat Powell  mppow@swbell.net
Ronnie & Velma Himes 903-887-2691
Email: Ronnie & Velma Himes   velron@msn.com
Joyce Sellers 972-790-2961
Email: Joyce Sellers   joyce@logcabinsquaredanceclub.com
Web site: http://www.logcabinsquaredanceclub.com

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TEXAS, October 23, 24, 25, 2009

DANCE, DANCE                      
                      Wherever you may be!
However, be at the
61th HOUSTON HOEDOWN
on
October 23, 24, 25, 2009
+++++++++++++++++++++
Friday night Callers: Houston Callers Association Callers
Cuers: Mark & Pam Prow

Dancing 7-pm to 10:30 pm
+++++++++++++++++++++
Saturday night: Callers: Jerry Haag and Gary Shoemake
Cuers Mark & Pam Prow

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Saturday workshops:
Dancing 9:30 am to10:30 pm
Four Dance Halls on Saturday!
(Mainstream Plus with rounds)
(Rounds & Intro to Rounds)
(Plus DBD/A1/A2 and Intro to A1)
(Clogging/Lines/Teens)
+++++++++++++++++++++
Moody Gardens
Galveston, Texas
+++++++++++++++++++++
Adult Registration- $25 in advance ($30 at the door)
Youth & Teens--FREE in advance ($10 at the door)
Advance deadline October 1, 2009
Send 'pay to HSRDC' check to Pierre French & Bonnie Markland
3005 Kings Isle Lane, Dickinson, TX 77539
For information, schedule, camping, housing, etc, contact:
Chairman Bob & Joanne Wilson 281-532-0120
Email:   jbauldryw@hotmail.com
Assistant Chairman Jim & Dee Stephens 281-615-9211
Email:   jstephens6@att.net
Visit Gary's website and click on SPECIAL EVENTS
And then on the flyer for this dance.

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TEXAS, October 30-31, 2009

DOUBLE HEADER
"CROSS THE BORDER DANCE"

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Friday, October 30, 2009
Southern Swingers & Lucky Squares
Presents
TIM TYL, Caller
BILL BUCK, Cuer

Rounds 7:00 pm, Squares 7:30-10:00 pm
$6 per person, campers half-price
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Saturday, October 31, 2009
East Texas Callers Association
Free Halloween Dance

Rounds 7:00 pm, Squares 7:30-10:00 pm
Costumes welcome. Prizes for best costumes
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS
(donations accepted)
PLUS 1:00-3:00-pm with Ron Mineau
ROUNDS 3:30-4:30-pm with Sonny & Charlotte Ezelle
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
All this DANCING, and the CAMPING also,
takes place at the
Antique Capital RV Park
500 South Loop 485, Gladewater, Texas
Camping reservations: 903-845-7378
Email:   antiquecapitalrvpark@antiquecapitalrvpark.com
Visit website at Antique Capital RV Park
$20 per night (with 10 campers, otherwise $25)
All sites with full hookups, concrete pads, pull-thrus, cable tv, wifi.
Easy access available with request.
Make reservations no later than 10 days prior to event
and cancel within 24 hours of event.
Mention you are with the square dancers.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Contact Lucky Squares for information.
Clifford & Fran Scott 903-295-1013
Email:   fordf250_2001@hotmail.com

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TEXAS, October 30-31, 2009

NORTEX ROUND-UP 2009
"A Tribute to the Western Dance Hall"

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Grapevine Convention Center
1209 S. Main. Grapevine, Texas
++++++++++++++++++++++++
Friday, October 30, 2009
Callers Cavalcade

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Saturday, October 31, 2009
10:00 am - 11:00 pm
National Caller: DeeDee Dougherty-Lottie
Staff Caller: Wayne Baldwin
Staff Cuer: John Brewer

Donations: $8.00/pp presale.
$11.00/pp at the door
New Dancer Dance, Clogging, Musical Squares.
Fun Dance for Everyone
Square & Round Dance Workshops
Vendors & Door Prizes
Web site:http://www.nortex.org

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LOUSIANA, November 6-7, 2009

TAMMANY TWIRLERS
47th Annual Square & Round Dance Festival
November 6-7, 2009
Callers: Tom Roper (Fri) & Nick Hartley (Sat)
Cuers: Jerry & Barbara Pierce

Tammany Twirlers Clubhouse
35386 Home Estate Drive
Slidell, LA
Dancing Friday night & all of Saturday
RV parking available
For more info contact:
Victor and Nikki Terranova
E-mail: victorterranova@aol.com
Or go to web site: http://www.geocities.com/tammanytwirlers/index.htm

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CRUISE MEDITERRANEAN, November 9-20, 2009
++++UPDATE++++

Opa! Opa!
A Greek Odyssey Mediterranean Cruise
with Scot & Erin Byars
November 9 through 20, 2009
Start in Rome and visit Santorini, Mykonos,
Istanbul, Ephesus, Athens, and Naples/Capri
aboard the brand-new Celebrity Solstice.
This eleven-night cruise,
including all port and government taxes,
Cruise price drops!
Concierge-class Verandah Staterooms were $2000.87
Now $1590.87 pp/do
Inside Staterooms were $1700.87
Now $1360.87 pp/do
These prices include all taxes and fees
And are per person/double occupancy
Info Contact: Erin Byars at
Email: byars@surewest.net
Or call 916-752-9054

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TENNESSEE, November 12-13-14 2009

20th Annual Smokey Mountain Festival
November 12, 13, 14, 2009
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Mainstream &Plus Dancing
Tom Roper & Darryl McMillan
Sandy & David Sturgis

2 night or 3 night dance package
For info: Tom Roper 956-245-4245
Email: roper@wesquaredance.com
Link to Flyer http://www.gatlinburg.wesquaredance.com

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TEXAS, November 20-21-22, 2009

The AUSTIN EAGLES host
FREDERICKSBURG FUN FEST NO. 19
All Plus Weekend
November 20, 21, 22, 2009
Callers: Gary Bible and Brad Caldwell
Fred Goynes and Chet Miles
Cuers: Jerry & Lucy Pate

Turner Hall
103 W. Travis St. Fredericksburg, TX.
Dancing Friday (ER 7:15)
Saturday (9 am to 11 pm) & Sunday (10-11 am)
$30 per person payable to:
Paula Ferguson
4003 Dove Valley Dr, Georgetown, TX 78626
Email: lonestarlady4@yahoo.com
Phone: (512) 931-2039
Limited Squares

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OKLAHOMA, Thanksgiving Time 2009
Needs update

44rd Annual SQUARE-L-ROUND
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND
November Thanksgiving time, 2009
Western Hills Guest Ranch & Lodge
Sequoyah State Park, Wagoner, Oklahoma
Arrive early for BIG T-Dinner
Dancing Thursday night (Casual)
FRIDAY & SATURDAY Dances
Morning, Afternoon, Evening, & After Party Entertainment
SUNDAY Morning - Farewell dance
Callers: Melton Luttrell, Ken Bower, Jay King
Cuer: John & Karen Herr. After-Party: Suzanne Fleming

XXXXXX per couple for all the dances
Contact: Melton Luttrell,
435 Horseshoe Trail West, Aledo TX 76008
817-244-7928 or 817-244-0892

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MISSISSIPPI, December 30 & 31, 2009

Magnolia Swingers Square Dance Club
Presents the 3rd Annual
YEAR END BLAST
FESTIVAL

December 30 & 31, 2009
St. Martin Community Center
Ocean Springs, MS
Turn South off I-10 at Exit 50
Turn Right at Second Stop Light
(Lamoyne Avenue), Drive 1.4 Miles
Community Center on Right
+++++++++++++++++++++
Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009
Caller: JERRY STORY
Cuers: RICHARD & FRANCES MATTHEWS

6:00 Fun Dance with Jerry
6:30 Early Rounds
7:00 Buffet opens
8:00-10:00 Alternating Tips
+++++++++++++++++++++
Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009
Caller: JERRY STORY
Cuers: RICHARD & FRANCES MATTHEWS

7:00 Callerama with Guest Callers
8:00 Buffet opens
8:30-12:00 Alternating Tips
(with one tip after midnight)
12:00 Sparkling Cider Toast
+++++++++++++++++++++
Donations Per Person
Dec. 30--$20.00
Dec. 31--$22.00
Both--$40.00
+++++++++++++++++++++
For information call:
Gloria Hurt 232-475-5778 or
Juanita Glazier 228-238-5278 or
Email Ron Johnson tackyron@aol.com
Schedule subject to change, so check with Club

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YEAR 2010

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CRUISE CARIBBEAN, January 9-16, 2010
(New Orleans Port)

Crusinin' & Dancin' "4"
7 Day Eastern Caribbean Cruise
January 9-16, 2010
Bubba & Cindy Mingus
New Ship "Carnival Triumph"
New ports out of the New Orleans area
Stateroom ( no view ) - $553.47 (per person) (inc. taxes)
Stateroom ( with view ) - $673.47 (per person) (inc. taxes)
Veranda Stateroom ( with view ) - $823.47 (per person) (inc. taxes)
( Prices are based on double occupancy )
Medical Insurance - Rates starting at $99pp
Passport required for ID
Cancellation by 10/24/09 (all monies refunded)
Cancellation after 10/24/09 without insurance (results in loss of full deposit, ect.) Credit cards preferred or checks made payable to:
It's Your Vacation, Inc.
608 Highland Ct. Mandeville, LA 70448
Attn: Mary Yager
Telephone 985-626-4644
For more info contact Bubba Mingus
Email cmingus06@aol.com

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LOUISANA, January 15-16, 2010

JANUARY JEWEL
A "GEM OF A WEEKEND" FOR NEW AND
NOT-SO-NEW FUN-LOVING ROUND DANCERS
January 15-16, 2010
Christ United Methodist Church (Activity Building)
1204 Crabapple Drive
Shreveport, LA
Phase II-III-IV.
Featured Instructors: Jerry & Barbara Pierce (Birmingham, AL).
Motel info will be sent with dance registration confirmation.
REGISTRATIONS
Total Package $70.00
Sat. Workshops & Dance $60.00
Sat. Night only $40.00
Cost is per couple.
PRE-REGISTRATION ONLY
No refunds after January 1, 2010
May be rolled over to 2011 only
Send check, pay to: "January Jewel", to:
Richard & Dot Gust
2102 Chase Crossing, Shreveport, LA 71118
Email: richardgust1@yahoo.com
Sponsored by: Bill & Martha Buck 318-869-1879
Email: mbuck57@comcast.net

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CALIFORNIA, January 15, 16, 17, 2010

30th Annual Winter Festival
January 15, 16, & 17, 2010
Salinas Valley Fairgrounds
King City, California
Callers: Bob Baier, Jerry Story and Tony Oxendine
Cuers: Sharon & Casey Parker
******Special Guests******
Bronc Wise*Jet Roberts*Radka & Steve Sandeman, Rounds
Gary Carnes, After Party

Plus & Advanced Dancing w/C-1 sessions
$40 per person/complete dance package only
For more information contact:
Bob Baier 281-933-0088
Email: bobbaier454@aol.com
Flyer on web site: www.winterfestsqd.com

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LOUISANA, January 29-30, 2010

LOTTIE'S LOUISIANA HOEDOWN
8th Annual Square and Round Dance Weekend
RUSTON CIVIC CENTER
401 North Trenton Street
Ruston, Louisiana
(in north central Louisiana)
Mainstream w/Announced Plus, II-IV Rounds
Friday & Saturday, January 29-30, 2010
MIKE SEASTROM (California) Caller
LOTTIE AINSWORTH (Louisiana) Caller
PATTI & RAY WHEELINGTON (Texas/Arkansas) Cuer

ER each night at 7:30-pm, Squares with Rounds at 8-pm
2 Squares and 2 Rounds workshops on Saturday
Registration $25 per person - ($30 at the door)
Limited Admission - No split sessions
$5 cancellation fee - No cancellation after January 1, 2010
For Lodging & Registration, contact: LOTTIE AINSWORTH
1475 Okaloosa Road, Eros, LA 71238
Phone: (318) 249-4157
E-Mail: lotTNray@centurytel.net

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MISSISSIPPI, February 5-6, 2010

33rd Mardi Gras Festival
THE FABULOUS FIFTIES
FEBRUARY 5-6, 2010
Woolmarket Commnity Center
16320 Old Woolmarket Road
Biloxi, Mississippi 39532
Caller: Mike Bramlett
Cuers: Patti Wheelington

Contact Festival Chairman:
Robert & Venita Manning 228-363-0867

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TEXAS, February 26, 27, 28, 2010

27th Annual TEXAS STAMPEDE
February 26, 27, 28, 2010
Tony Oxendine, Jerry Story, Sonny & Charlotte Ezelle
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
PLUS DANCING AT ITS BEST
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
"Castle View Ballroom" (12th Floor)
Sterling Hotel, 1055 Regal Row, Dallas, TX 75247.
Hotel Reservation--214-634-8550.
Specify Texas Stampede
And must be made before Feb 10, 2010.
Weekend Dance Package-$40 per person with Hotel stay.
More for Non-Hotel'ers and at the door.
Limited Squares & nearly sold out now.
Send names, address, phone and checks payable to:
TEXAS STAMPEDE
Jeff & Denise Gulde
1509 South Fannin, Amarillo, TX 79102
806-374-8118
E-Mail: texgulde@hotmail.com
Flyer on web site: http://www.acsquaredance.com/html/stampede.html

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MISSISSIPPI, March 12-13, 2010

55th ANNUAL
MISSISSIPPI SWEETHEART FESTIVAL
March 12-13, 2010
Wahabi Shrine Temple, Jackson MS
(I-55 South Exit 88 - Elton Road)
Caller: Mike, D', & Drew Bramlett, Garland, TX
Cuers: Richard & Frances Matthews, Slidell, LA

For schedule, motels, RV's & registration
Contact Festival Chairman:
Ken & Bettie Millis 601-825-1230
Email   rvingken@bellsouth.net
Link to Flyer http://mssquaredance.com/sweet.htm

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TEXAS, April 9, 10, 11, 2010

10th Annual-Swing into Spring
"PLUS WEEKEND"
April 9, 10, 11, 2010
Log Cabin Swingers presents
JERRY STORY & JOHN BREWER
Promenade Hall, Hwy 274, Tool, TX
For info on registration, housing, RV hook-ups,
schedule, etc. view website below or contact:
Ronnie & Velma Himes 903-887-2691 Email   velron@msn.com
Joyce Sellers 214-543-0834 Email   dsel0828@aol.com
Check website at:
http://www.logcabinsquaredanceclub.com

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OKLAHOMA, April 22-24, 2010

HASSDA 30TH ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL
APRIL 22-24, 2010
MIKE HOGAN, SHANE GREER, TIM TYL Callers
PAM & TOM YOUNG, Cuers

GROVE CIVIC CENTER
1720 South Main (Highway 59)
GROVE, OKLAHOMA
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
TRAIL-IN DANCE sponsored by Green Country Squares of Grove
Thursday Evening ~ APRIL 22, 2010
7:30 TO 10:00 PM (Pre-rounds at 7:00)
DARRYL LIPSCOMB, caller
NANCY and JIM KELLER, cuers

Grove Civic Center, 1720 S. Main Street, Grove, OK
(Admission to Trail-In Dance will be $7.00 payable at the door)
For more Info about the Trail-In Dance Contact:
Bonnie Phillips & Denny Drake 918-786-4888
Email:
dennyd@dmdbap.com
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Friday & Saturday Events Prior to March 1, 2010 $30.00
Friday & Saturday Events After March 1, 2010 $40.00
Festival Contact: Maye Wegner 785-948-3600
Email: mayewegner@yahoo.com

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TEXAS, April 23, 24, 25, 2010

The AUSTIN EAGLES host
ROCKPORT FUN FEST NO. 3
All Plus Weekend

April 23, 24, 25, 2010
Callers: Gary Bible and Brad Caldwell
Fred Goynes and Chet Miles
Cuers: Jerry & Lucy Pate

Paws & Taws Convention Center
402 N. Fulton Beach, Fulton, TX.
Dancing Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
$30 per person payable to:
Paula Ferguson
4003 Dove Valley Drive, Georgetown, TX 78626
Email   lonestarlady4@yahoo.com
Phone; 512-931-2039
Host Hotel: Best Western Inn by the Bay
3902 N. Hwy 35, Fulton, TX
361-729-8351 $82 per night/per couple/2dbl or king
FREE FULL BREAKFAST
Mention AUSTIN EAGLES WEEKEND
Limited squares

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TEXAS, June 10, 11, 12, 13, 2010

TEXAS STATE FESTIVAL

June 10, 11, 12, 13, 2010
GALVESTON, TEXAS

48th Annual Texas State Festival
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Trail End Dance
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Galveston Island Convention Center
HOST: Texas State Callers Association
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Pre-Festival Dance
Friday June 11, 2010
Galveston Island Convention Center
HOST: Houston Square & Round Dance Council
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Texas State Festival Program
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Galveston Island Convention Center
Texas State Federation of Square & Round Dancers
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Farewell Dance
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Galveston Island Convention Center
Free of charge
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As more info comes available, check TSFSRD Website for more info on activities and times.
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Also check back here for more info which will be posted as it becomes available

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KENTUCKY, June 23, 24, 25, & 26, 2010

59th NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION
June 23, 24, 25, & 26, 2010
Louisville, Kentucky
For more info or to get registered contact
59th National Square Dance Convention
96 Floyd Street. Carrollton, KY 41008
Phone 502-732-0979 Fax 502-732-4600
E-mail: mm101@insightbb.com
Website: www.59thnsdc.com/

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YEAR 2011

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MICHIGAN, June 22-25, 2011

60th NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION®
June 22-25, 2011
Great Lakes & Great Dancing
Cobo Center in Detroit, Michigan

Registering early gives you free
admission into the Saturday evening dance at our
Pre-Convention March 27, 2010
Website: http://www.60nsdc.com:80/

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GERMANY & AUSTRIA TOUR, Sept 29 - Oct 13, 2011--NEW DATES--

Square Dance Tour to Germany
Sept. 29 - Oct 13, 2011
Tour two full weeks with host callers
Jerry & Kristy Story,
Tony & Kim Oxendine

and tour guides
Tom & Gina Crisp.
(An additional host caller will be announced soon.)
Contact: Tom & Gina Crisp
4231 S Pauline Lane
Tucson, AZ 85730
Toll free: 800-901-8044
Email: tom@crisptours.com
Link to Flyer: http://www.crisptours.com/square-dance-tour.php

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YEAR 2012

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WASHINGTON, June 27-30, 2012

61st NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION®
June 27-30, 2012
Come Dance With Us and....
Circulate in Washington State
Spokane, Washington

Website: http://www.61nsdc.org/index.htm

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