Lingay
The Introductory Class for New Dancers held last Monday at the Scottish Cultural Centre was a great success. Thanks to the hard work by Janet and her committee 33 new dancers turned up along with <45 dancers. We were greeted by the hall being set up for an early morning church service so we had to move a lot of chairs to make room.
The new dancers were asked how they had heard about the class and the results showed the Committees efforts had proved successful as they came from many sources including social media, friends, dancing in Stanley Park, etc. Mary Murray handled the crowded hall with her usual calm, friendly manner and put the “class” through a warm up and then taught a number of easy dances.
There was laughter and smiles all around the hall and the attendees all seemed to enjoy themselves. The new dancers had a chance to meet the teachers/representatives from all the various clubs and the committee went home – after replacing the chairs to their original positions – with the names and e-mail addresses of all the new dancers.
All responsible for this innovative class, which I hope will become an annual event, are to be congratulated and thanked for their efforts – especially Mary Murray for willingly volunteering to teach the class. It is hoped that many of the 33 new dancers will join a class and become Scottish country dancers.
Very well done everyone.
Loch Katrine
The hall has been booked for another season of Ceilidh Dances. The dates are:
September 27; October 25; November 29; January 10; February 28; March 27 & April 24 that is the last Friday of the month except for December and January.
You can help by coming along, by bringing friends (and enemies!) by telling people about the Ceilidh Dances, by bringing a group of 8 or more so that you all qualify for a discount of $1 each. No partner or experience required and remember if you claim to have two left feet we’ll show you how to use the right one!
Loch Moidart
The next Ceilidh Dance is not until the last Friday of September (27th). The dances will follow the usual format with the “class” from 7 – 8 pm and the dance, with Calanais providing the music, from 8 – 11 pm. Mark your calendars NOW! Even if you can’t make it in time for the class; come to the dance, it is lots of fun.
If you have a group of 8 or more, then everyone in your group qualifies for $1 discount off the amazingly low admission price of $15 ($10 for students). You have to let everyone in your group know the password you have chosen which you then relay to me (ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org) before midnight on the Wednesday preceding the class that way you do not all have to arrive together.
There are refreshments/drinks (including beer, cider, juice, etc.) available for a donation So apart from the fun, exercise and great music of Scottish Ceilidh dancing there is all the ingredients for a great evening.
No need to be scared if you don’t know how – we will teach you and you won’t be the only newbie. You will be a star before the night is out. Make it a date – it will be a night you won’t forget.
Loch Achray
For those new to ceilidh dancing the class is a great introduction to Scottish Country dancing and you will soon find out you are not the only one who does not know their left from right or back from front!! We teach everything and the dance follows the same format. Everything is very relaxed so you don’t have to worry about anything. If you can walk; you can dance. Wear flat comfy shoes and loose, layered clothing as it is warm work reeling and spinning.
What is a Ceilidh dance? It is informal, easy Scottish Country dancing in a relaxed style for all ages. We teach everything, no experience or partner required just a desire to have fun an ability to move to the wonderful beat of the lively music and to enjoy the company of other like-minded folk.
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The next Ceilidh dance is on Friday, September 27, 2019 at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver with the usual class at 7 pm and the dance following from 8 – 11 pm. Pay at the door – $15 ($10 for students). Tell your friends etc. about the dances, they are lots of fun.
- The other dates are
- September 27
- October 25
- November 29
- 2020
- January 10
- February 28
- March 27
- April 24
The dances are all held at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver (73rd and Hudson which is between Granville and Oak Streets). They are all held on Friday evenings and where possible the last Friday of each month – the exceptions are December (as we never schedule one but we have one in early January) and January (because of Burns.)
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Lochgoilhead
Scottish Country dance classes will be starting up again for a new season. Now would be a good time to come to one and see what all the fuss is about. Why not give us a try – you never know it just might be the fun exercise class that you have been looking for. Music, movement, memory, camaraderie, laughter and a sense of achievement are all things you will experience. Come on – what have you got to lose, most first classes are free. Look under the “classes” tab for a class near you.
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*”In my many years I have come to a conclusion, … that one useless man is a shame, two [useless men] is a law firm and three or more [useless men] is a government.”*
~John Adams
*”If you don’t read the newspaper you are uninformed, if you do read the newspaper, you are misinformed.”*
~Mark Twain
*”I contend that for a nation to try to tax itself into prosperity is like a man standing in a bucket and trying to lift himself up by the handle.”*
~Winston Churchill
*”A government which robs Peter to pay Paul can always depend on the support of Paul.”*
~George Bernard Shaw
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The next regular Ceilidh Dance is the Last FRIDAY of the September – September 27, 2019
I sure hope you can come and bring lots of friends.
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Thanks to the Celtic Treasure Chest there is now an online list of all the Celtic societies as well as a calendar of events:
List https://www.celtictreasurechest.com/links/index.php
Calendar https://www.celtictreasurechest.com/celticevents/index.php
The Celtic Treasure Chest on Dunbar is open 7 days a week and stock includes haggis imported from Scotland and many of your favourite foods.
Celtic Fashions on E-Bay – go to https://www.CelticFashions.com
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The Scottish Cultural Centre is a pretty unique and wonderful asset and space is available for rent to anyone or any group. The Centre does not run itself but is actually run by the Scottish Cultural Centre Society (SCCS) which is a charitable society. Donations, bequests are welcome and a tax deductible receipt will be issued for gifts of more than $25.
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The next Ceilidh Dance is Friday, September 27, 2019. That will be the first one of the season and the fifth of 2019. There is lots of time for you all to get yourselves and your friends organized to come along for another fun, filled evening. Come and dance, it is lots of fun and really easy. Everything is taught from scratch – you won’t be the only newbie!
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Machrie stone circle, Arran
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Michelle has very kindly made up a Facebook event page for the Ceilidh but you need to “Search for Vancouver Ceilidh on Facebook and “Like” us to receive updates on upcoming Ceilidhs and other events”. Then, if you “Like” the Vancouver Ceilidh FB page (do as described above), you too will receive updates AND be able to share those updates and events on your personal Facebook page to your friends and ask that they “Like” and “Share”, etc. Ceilidh Dances are great ways to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries etc. Invite all your friends to come and join you at the Ceilidh. You are welcome to bring your own cake and we’ll even sing for you!!
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Some fun and interesting sites: – note if you have a link to something you think others will enjoy send me the link. Sound on, full screen:
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IN THIS TIME OF TECHNOLOGY THIS IS WORTH A LOOK !!!
The Bridge at Q’eswachaka – An engineering marvel – all hand made……
Click here: The Bridge at Q⬔eswachaka – YouTube
What happened to the theory that airstrips should be reasonably flat and surrounded by open space in case of problems?????
This mountain landing strip in New Guinea took 14 years to complete . It will make such a dramatic difference in the lives of the local villagers for whom a landing strip represents access to medical supplies, building materials, clothing, food etc. A huge day in the lives of the natives who live there, and what a test of flying skills for the young pilot.
http://www.chonday.com/Videos/runwamaoun5
Airport Security
glass bridge
What the link says
You don’t need to understand the language….just watch!!!
The Magic Bottle….
COMING EVENTS IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS: Note – please check the Branch website www.rscdsvancouver.org for and last-minute changes.
| 2019 | |
| Sep 9 | Vancouver Branch classes begin |
| Sep 20 | Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas at St. James Hall, 3214 W 10th Ave., Vancouver 8 – 10 pm — $35 |
| Sep 27 | Bring & Buy sale for all things Scottish preceding the AGM. Info 604-922-6842 0r fmcaruth@gmail.com |
| Sep 27 | Vancouver Branch A.G.M. – 7 pm at the Scottish Cultural Centre |
| Sep 27 | Ceilidh Dance at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver – no partner or experience required – live music with Calanais – refreshments available – class from 7 – 8 p.m. followed by dance from 8 – 11 p.m. – all dances walked, talked and called – admission at the door $15 (students $10) |
| Oct 5 | SKERRYVORE Direct from Scotland 360 Tour North Vancouver • Centennial Theatre • Tickets ON SALE NOW • $37-$40 plus GST & box office charges • Optional VIP ticket Whisky Tasting preshow hosted by the band~Space Limited Info www.celtfest.ca |
| Oct 6 | SKERRYVORE Direct from Scotland 360 Tour Victoria • McPherson Playhouse • Tickets ON SALE NOW • $37-$40 plus GST & box office charges • Optional VIP ticket Whisky Tasting preshow hosted by the band~Space Limited Info www.celtfest.ca |
| Oct 12 | Introduction to Step Dancing with live music led by Janet Wright – class teacher Kay Sutherland 1 – 3 pm Scottish Cultural Centre cost $15 – info; call 604-929-2745 or kay-sutherland@hotmail.com |
| Oct 25 | Ceilidh Dance at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver – no partner or experience required – live music with Calanais – refreshments available – class from 7 – 8 p.m. followed by dance from 8 – 11 p.m. – all dances walked, talked and called – admission at the door $15 (students $10) |
| Oct 26 | Gleneagles Fall Afternoon Tea Dance in Christ the Redeemer Church, 599 Keith Road (just east of Taylor Way). West Vancouver at 2 pm $15 Raffle tickets $10 Simon – 604-306-8031 |
| Oct 27 | White Rock workshop for intermediate and advanced dancers – Sullivan Hall, 6306 152nd Street, Surrey 9:30 – 1:30 Teacher Maureen Lyon Cost $15 Info 604-944-6678 |
| Nov 9 | Soft Shoe Step dance class – with live music led by Janet Wright. Teacher Kay Sutherland – a series of 3 classes at a cost of $45 (Nov 9, 16 & 30) Scottish Cultural Centre 1-3 pm for info: 604-929-2745 or email kay_sutherland@hotmail.com |
| Nov 11 | Lady Aberdeen Tea Dance hosted by Glenayre club – 1:15 pm at the Scottish Cultural Centre, admission $10 (Children $5). A donation of a plate of food would be gratefully received. Net revenue in aid of Honour House and Kidney Foundation. |
| Nov 16 | Soft Shoe Step dance class with live music led by Janet Wright. Teacher Kay Sutherland – a series of 3 classes at a cost of $45 (Nov 9, 16 & 30) Scottish Cultural Centre 1-3 pm for info: 604-929-2745 or email kay_sutherland@hotmail.com |
| Nov 26 | Fort Langley St. Andrew’s Dance, 9167 Glover Road, Fort Langley at 7:30 pm with music by Mary Ross |
| Nov 29 | Ceilidh Dance at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver – no partner or experience required – live music with Calanais – refreshments available – class from 7 – 8 p.m. followed by dance from 8 – 11 p.m. – all dances walked, talked and called – admission at the door $15 (students $10) |
| Nov 30 | Soft Shoe Step dance class – with live music led by Janet Wright. Teacher Kay Sutherland – a series of 3 classes at a cost of $45 (Nov 9, 16 & 30) Scottish Cultural Centre 1-3 pm for info: 604-929-2745 or email kay_sutherland@hotmail.com |
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If you’ve ever worked for a boss who reacts before getting all the facts and thinking things through, you will love this!
Arcelor-Mittal Steel, feeling it was time for a shakeup, hired a new CEO. The new boss was determined to rid the company of all slackers.
On a tour of the facilities, the CEO noticed a guy leaning against a wall. The room was full of workers and he wanted to let them know that he meant business. He asked the guy, “How much money do you make a week?”
A little surprised, the young man looked at him and said, “I make $400 a week. Why?”
The CEO said, “Wait right here.” He walked back to his office, came back in two minutes, and handed the guy $1,600 in cash and said, “Here’s four weeks’ pay. Now GET OUT and don’t come back.”
Feeling pretty good about himself the CEO looked around the room and asked, “Does anyone want to tell me what that goof-ball did here?”
From across the room a voice said,….”Pizza delivery guy from Domino’s.”
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The next Ceilidh Dance is Friday, September 27, 2019. Same time, same place, same amount of fun and entertainment. Now it is up to you all to help by planning on coming along and bringing loads of friends, family, acquaintances, etc. Please do your best to spread the word. Let me know if you would like a poster to put up.
Millport harbour
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Please keep opening the newsletter!! Any and all comments and suggestions are welcome.
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Six Truths in Life
1. You cannot stick your tongue out and look up at the ceiling at the same time, a physical impossibility.
2. All idiots, after reading it will try it.
3. And discover it is a lie.
4. You are smiling now because you are an idiot.
5. You soon will forward this to another idiot.
6. There is still a stupid smile on your face.
I sincerely apologize about this but I’m an idiot and I needed company.
You now have 2 options…delete it, or send it along to put a smile on someone’s face today‘s
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If anyone has any suggestions or complaints regarding the newsletter, please let me know – ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org Please do not complain to your server that this is junk mail. There is a link on the e-mail should you wish to unsubscribe.
Old Man of Storr
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Come Scottish Country Dancing – it is lots of fun. Just ask anyone who came along to the Dancing in the Park. We had great audience participation so I hope you will all come along and join one of our great classes or at least come to one of the Ceilidh Dances.
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The English language has some wonderfully anthropomorphic collective nouns for the various groups of animals.
We are all familiar with a Herd of cows, Flock of chickens, School of fish and a Gaggle of geese, and A Pride of lions.
However, less widely known is: A Murder of crows (as well as their cousins the rooks and ravens), An Exaltation of doves And, presumably because they look so wise: A Congress of owls.
Now consider a group of Baboons. They are the loudest, most dangerous, most obnoxious, most viciously aggressive and least intelligent of all primates………
And what is the proper collective noun for a group of baboons?
Believe it or not … A Parliament YEP….A PARLIAMENT OF BABOONS! Pretty much explains everything doesn’t it?
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The next Ceilidh Dance is Friday, September 27, 2019 (i.e. the last Friday of the month) with live music by Calanais. This is the first of the season. We would like another good attendance with everyone coming along for a really fun evening
You still have time to spread the word about all the Ceilidh Dances as that is the best (and cheapest) form of advertising. It is great exercise and fun, for all ages, too. Here is a link where you can watch a short video of a Ceilidh Dance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0MvUwZnY9Ms and here is a link to the Facebook advert: https://www.facebook.com/events/597360563665264/597360566998597/
The format for all of the regular monthly Ceilidh Dances will be the same with the class from 7 – 8 p.m. and the dance from 8 – 11 p.m. and all dances will be walked and talked through.
They are all held at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver. The price is only – $15 or $10 for students which, for what you get is a super bargain – everyone is welcome. No partner is required and you should wear FLAT, comfy shoes and loose clothing. Children are also welcome but should be prepared to dance with other people as some of the dances require a change of partner. Don’t forget to bring a few extra $$$$ to help defray the cost of the refreshments which are otherwise free.
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The Branch has opened a Facebook Page at “RSCDS-Vancouver” – check it out there are some good pictures etc. www.facebook.com/rscdsvancouver. There is a link on both our website www.vancouverceilidh.org and the Branch website www.rscdsvancouver.org
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A couple go for a meal at a Chinese restaurant and order the “Chicken Surprise”; the waiter brings the meal, served in a lidded cast iron pot.
Just as the wife is about to serve herself, the lid of the pot rises slightly and she briefly sees two beady little eyes looking around before the lid slams back down.
“Good grief, did you see that?” she asks her husband. He hadn’t, so she asks him to look in the pot. He reaches for it and again the lid rises, and he sees two little eyes looking around before it slams down. Rather perturbed, he calls the waiter over, explains what is happening, and demands an explanation.
“Please, Sir,” says the waiter, “What you order?”
The husband replies, “Chicken Surprise”.
(You’re going to love this, and you’re going to hate yourself for loving it! …..)
“Ah! So solly,” says the waiter,
“I bring you Peeking Duck.”
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Scottish Country Dance (SCD) classes are a place where you will be made very welcome. Try the link to “classes” or go to www.rscdsvancouver.org and check for a class near you or one that has a convenient time and try it out.
Come to a class soon – You will be made very welcome. Many classes have a policy that the first night is FREE! Plan to come along to try out a class. There are classes all around and on different nights so GIVE IT A GO! Go to either www.rscdsvancouver.org or www,vancouverceilidh.org for a list of class locations and times.
For those who don’t know SCD is a fabulous pastime (much better and lots more fun than golf!!) and is super exercise for body and mind. SCD is, naturally, rooted in Scotland but there are groups in almost every country so you can learn here and then dance with other groups when you vacation or travel. SCD is not to be confused with Highland Dancing which is more solo dancing. SCD is usually done with a partner in groups or sets however you do not need to come with a partner. It is more akin to Square Dancing.
It takes a year or two of classes, workshops, etc. to learn the basics then you can hone your skills in advanced classes. You start by learning the steps and formations. Dances (of which there are over 13,000) are made up of these formations so a good grounding will give you the ability to learn a new dance fairly quickly. SCD has its HQ in Scotland and is known as the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RSCDS) and there is a Vancouver Branch of the RSCDS under which there are many clubs throughout the Province (there is also a Branch in Seattle).
There are a great many classes and the ones in the Vancouver area are listed on the website. Come along – check us out – the first night is usually free and thereafter it will average about $6 a night and that’s for a 2 hour class! You will find many friendly people who will be eager to help you and welcome you to their club. You never know you actually might like it!! Check the list of classes at either at www.vancouverceilidh.org or www.rscdsvancouver.org. Note that the latter website has the latest updates to temporary changes to times and locations.
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as well there are classes all up and down Vancouver Island, a number of the Gulf Islands, the Cariboo, Okanagan, Sunshine Coast, etc. etc. and there are various groups all over this great Province, Country, World and who knows where else! Check the Branch website for all these details – www.rscdsvancouver.org
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Oldshoremore Beach, Sutherland
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WHERE CAN I SHOP NOW?
When I was ready to check out and pay for my groceries the cashier said, “Strip down, facing me.”
Making a mental note so I could complain to my local MP about this running amok security rubbish, I did just as she had instructed.
After the shrieking and hysterical remarks finally subsided, I found out that she was referring to how I should position my credit card.
Nonetheless, I’ve been asked to shop elsewhere in the future.
They need to make their instructions a little clearer for seniors. Man I hate this ‘getting older’ stuff!
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For upcoming events see www.vancouverceilidh.org and www.rscdsvancouver.org.
Other announcements etc:
Seattle Branch
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SILENCE in an Irish Court
The judge says to a double-homicide defendant, “You’re charged with beating your wife to death with a hammer.”
A voice at the back of the courtroom yells out, “You bastard!”
The judge says, “You’re also charged with beating your mother-in-law to death with a hammer..”
The voice in the back of the courtroom yells out, “You rotten bastard!”
The judge stops and says to Paddy in the back of the courtroom. “Sir, I can understand your anger and frustration at these crimes, but no more outbursts from you, or I’ll charge you with contempt.
Is that understood?”
Paddy stands up and says, “I’m sorry, Your Honour, but for fifteen years I’ve lived next door to that arsehole, and every time I asked to borrow a hammer, he said he didn’t have one.”
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The next regular monthly Ceilidh Dance will be held Friday, September 27th, 2019 in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, (73rd & Hudson which is between Oak & Granville), Vancouver,
We need everyone to help us get as many new comers (as well as former Ceilidh Dancers) as possible to come and join us. The Ceilidh Dances are a great way to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, etc. Invite all your friends along. Contact me if you will have a group of 8 or more and we can give them a discount!!!
We Really NEED YOUR HELP to advertise the Ceilidh Dances!!!! It only costs $15 ($10 for students) – it is worth so much more in fun, exercise and camaraderie. Use any access to free adverts etc. You can also use things like the YouTube link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bh2HV3OPBgw or the Face-book page https://www.facebook.com/p.php?i=116203315&k=Z5C5Y4TZPT6G6BD1PKZZTWQQQ6BAW26L34AV&oid=164741310207760 https://www.facebook.com/events/597360563665264/597360566998597/
Suggestions to improve our advertising are always welcome. Don’t forget to tell them about the website www.vancouverceilidh.org and get them to “subscribe” to the newsletter.
Most of you have been to at least one Ceilidh Dance so you know how it goes. You don’t need a partner; you don’t need any experience; you should wear FLAT soft soled shoes; we walk, talk, and call every dance and you should come to have fun and have a good evening of exercise and entertainment and maybe even to learn!
There is a FREE class from 7 – 8 p.m. and the dance from 8 – 11 p.m. with music by Calanais. Remember to bring some extra cash so you can make a donation towards the cost of the refreshments. Without these donations we will have to increase the price of admission again!!
The schedule for the 2018/19 season shapes up as follows:
All on Fridays of course and, except for January, it is the last Friday of the Month —
2019
September 27
October 25
November 29
2020
January 10
February 28
March 27
April 24
Come along and get some great exercise while also having lots of fun. We hope to have lots of new Ceilidh dancers. Remember to bring your smiles and wear flat shoes.
Please do your best to assist us in letting as many people know as possible. Use Face-book, e-mail, telephone or even word of mouth and tell everyone you know what a fun night it is.
We would like to attract more young adults and students from Universities and all the colleges. Somehow we have to get word out to these students etc. Please do all you can to help us. Come one, come all to the same place (Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver) and the same time (7 p.m. for the class and 8 – 11 p.m. for the dance) and the same amazing price ($15 or $10 for students.)
Port Seton harbour
You should check the website – www.vancouverceilidh.org – from time to time as you can find various pages listing “Ceilidhs and Events;” Classes:” Duncan’s List;” etc. On these pages you can check all the upcoming events, where all the classes are located, times, etc. and some places to find Scottish things or some local trades, etc. I will continue to highlight the more current events in each week’s newsletter but, as stated, the calendar of all events will be available on the website.
You should also have a look at the Vancouver Branch website from time to time – www.rscdsvancouver.org – as there is always useful information on it and it is a very good-looking site.
If you have any questions regarding the Ceilidh Dances send them to me at ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org Please check the website – www.rscdsvancouver.org for updates, pictures and news.
Dance – it is good for your health.
Keep sending jokes, pictures and info you wish to have included. Don’t forget to look at our web pages at www.vancouverceilidh.org If you know of anyone who would like to be on the mailing list please send them the web address – www.vancouverceilidh.org and ask them to subscribe.
Rum from Singing Sands beach, Eigg
If anyone has good pictures from the Ceilidh Dances please send them to me so I can put them on the web page. If you have any announcements please send them to me preferably in Word; Times New Roman 12pt format with a layout similar to the one used in this newsletter. I occasionally hear of an event somewhere in our beautiful Province, on the Island or in the Interior, but don’t know all the details.
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This newsletter reaches out to some 391 subscribers from all over the Province, Country and to many other countries as well, so please send me the details of your event and I will only be too happy to include them.
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Enjoy yourselves – come Scottish Country Dancing – for it is good for your health and you never know you just might …..!
See Coming Events on the website for info – www.vancouverceilidh.org
May your troubles be one, may your blessings be more,
and may nothing but happiness come through your door.
Duncan MacKenzie ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org