{"id":16109,"date":"2025-09-01T19:16:42","date_gmt":"2025-09-02T02:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=16109"},"modified":"2025-09-01T19:16:42","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T02:16:42","slug":"ceilidh-dance-newsletter-2025-7","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=16109","title":{"rendered":"Ceilidh Dance Newsletter – 2025 #7"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Waverley paddle steamer made its first trip up the River Tay since 1982 this week.<\/p>\n

\u00a0A hearty welcome to new subscribers including many who attnded dancing in the park.\u00a0 If by some reason, whatever could that be!, it is very easy to unsubscribe but I will be notified if you do!<\/span><\/p>\n

Summer is coming to an end but it looks as if we will have a few more warm days with lots of sunshine so enjoy it while it lasts – rain is coming to be sure.<\/span>\u00a0 We are very fortunate to have avoided forest fires, floods, excessive heat, etc. and wish all well in other parts of the country and world.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our family have all gone back and the young ones will be going to school.\u00a0 Our house is so quiet but we miss the happy sounds so we invited the White Rock Scottish Country Dance Club to come for some dancing and a pot luck dinner on September 3.\u00a0 It is from 4 til dusk and others are welcome 2664 Cedar Drive, Surrey BC V4A 3K6 – don’t forget to bring someting to eat!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Maybe not this Scottish fare!!
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Here is another Ceilidh Dance newsletter for you all to enjoy with jokes, pictures, news, etc.\u00a0 If you don’t want to continue (how could you even consider it!) to receive this newsletter simply unsubscibe on the main page.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Belinda we now have a presence on Instagram so you can follow us on instagram.com\/vancouver.ceilidhs<\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/vancouver.ceilidhs?utm_source=qr<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Please check it out and make Belinda very happy!!<\/span><\/p>\n

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The next Ceilidh Dance will be held on Friday, September 26 <\/b>in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver<\/span>.\u00a0 We start the evening with a free class from 7 – 7;45 pm followed by the dance from 8 – 10:30 ish\u00a0 Come and join us for a great evening of dancing, fun and social interaction.\u00a0 As these dances continue to grow in popularity you may need to come early to ensure your place.\u00a0 At the dance on April 25 we had another great attendance of over 160 and unfortunately had to turn a few of you away.\u00a0 Some attendees leave about 9 pm so you could try again for the last 90 minutes or so.\u00a0 We all had great fun and Alison, as always, kept you all moving and dancing to the great music provided by Calanais.<\/span><\/p>\n

As we announced recently –\u00a0<\/span>
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We will start by collecting entry fees right at the start of the class, which will reduce the rush at 8 pm for the dance, and hand stamp as proof of entry.\u00a0 If you do not want to pay for the free class then you will have to join the queue for the dance.\u00a0 If we reach the cutoff for the class a queue can be formed until the class is over when admission to the dance can begin.\u00a0 Again hand stamp will be required.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If the limit for the dance is reached then further admittance may be permitted if some people leave early.\u00a0 It has been our experience that a few people leave around 9 pm but no guarantees.\u00a0 There is a White Spot and a pub a few blocks away.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

We do accept credit cards, though cash is preferred.\u00a0 Please let your friends aware of the changes.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The dances are held in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver which is a block north of\u00a0 SW Marine between Granville & Oak in Marpole.\u00a0 The evening starts with a free class from 7 – 7:45 and the dance with the live music of Calanais follows from 8 – 10:30.\u00a0 Admission is $15 (students $10) and there are refreshments available but remember CASH is preferred<\/strong>.\u00a0 Remember to bring some extra cash so you can donate towards the cost of the beer\/cider\/soft drinks\/cookies etc.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

If you are interested in moving to the next level up from Ceilidh dancing you should try Scottish Country dancing which is more refined than Ceilidh dancing but still lots of fun.\u00a0 Weekly classes will start up again in September so plan to come along give it a try, you will be made very welcome.\u00a0 \u00a0To help everyone find a convenient class here is a link to all the classes in and around Vancouver and the start time if known.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2025-26 Class List<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0 – more details at www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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this view taken by the banks of the River North Esk looking towards Dalkeith Palace with Montagu Bridge in the foreground.<\/p>\n

Due to increasing rents and other costs we have to plan on an increase in the admission to the Ceildh dances.\u00a0 We have managed to hold them at the current rate of $15 ($10 for students) since September, 2017 which is really rather remarkable.\u00a0 Starting in January, 2026 admission will be $20 ($15 for students).\u00a0 We will not push for the donations towards the refreshments and we will accept credit\/debit cards as well as cash.\u00a0 <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

We really hope this increase will not deter anyone from coming.\u00a0 If you have a group of 8 or more and pay cash, thus saving us the credit card fees, the group can come for $18($13 for students).\u00a0 To take advantage of this you have to plan ahead.\u00a0 Talk with any one of us on this or any other topic.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Tunes for your listening pleasure<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/12-Lady-Susan-Stewarts-Reel-R8x32.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n

Lady Susan Stewart’s Reel\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Alastair Fraser\u00a0 & Muriel Johnstone\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Just as it Was 1<\/p>\n

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multi-coloured wild flowers planted by the local council in Gourock.<\/p>\n

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Me later this month!<\/p>\n

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\u00a0 \u00a0 The Tay is as still as a mirror in this charming evening view of Perth<\/p>\n

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Here is another tune for you to enjoy<\/p>\n

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Lambeth Walk\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Bobby Brown & the Scottish Accet\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Any good Dance, Any Good Tune<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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the beauty in the urban decay at the abandoned railway station at Glasgows Botanic Gardens and a drone captured this moody but interesting shot<\/span><\/div>\n
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The line would mostly be underground and I can remember catching trains at Glasgow Central on the underground platform to Kelvin Bridge etc.\u00a0 I wonder if the lines are still there, abandoned like this station?<\/span><\/div>\n
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Regular monthly Ceilidh Dances are held on the last Friday of the month (except October and December) with the same admission prices $15 students $10) but Remember it is Cash preferred for admittance and do not forget to bring extra for the refreshments.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Ceilidh dances are held in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver.\u00a0 There is a free class at 7 pm then the dance follows from 8 – 10:30 pm with live music by Calanais.\u00a0 All easy dances that are taught and called and everyone has lots of fun and great exercise.\u00a0 Tell your friends and make it an outing – it only costs $15 ($10 for students) and there are refreshments (including cider & beer) for a donation<\/strong>. Remember it is “cash preferred” both for admittance and the refreshments. <\/span><\/strong>Mark your calendars now and make plans to join the fun.\u00a0 Check the website rscdsvancouver.org<\/a><\/strong> for more details.\u00a0\u00a0Note the attendance limits detailed at the start of this newsletter.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Ceilidh Dance dates are all on the last Friday of the month –<\/span><\/p>\n

2025
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\nOctober 24\u00a0 \u00a0—\u00a0 not the last Friday!\u00a0 Guess why.
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\nJanuary 30 (Note price increase)
\nFebruary 27
\nMarch 27
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A man is getting into the shower just as his wife is finishing up her shower, when the doorbell rings.
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When she gets to the bathroom, her husband asks, ‘Who was that?’
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If you share critical information pertaining to credit and risk with your partners, in time you may be in a position to prevent avoidable exposure.<\/p>\n

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Elaborate iron gate protecting the cemetery at Dunfermline Abbey.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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The Lass of Richmond Hill\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Andrew Lyon\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 RSCDS Graded Dances 2<\/p>\n

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Tresness beach in Sanday Orkney was once voted Scotlands best beach<\/p>\n

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The 2025\/26 season for Ceilidh Dances are scheduled (all on Friday evenings) as follows:-<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n<\/strong><\/span>all on the last Friday of the month (except October)
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\nOctober 24 – not the last Friday!<\/span>
\nNovember 28
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The dances will be will be <\/strong>held at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver.\u00a0 The class will be held in the large hall from 7:00 – 7:45 then we will give the band a chance for a sound check etc. and the dance will run from 8:00 – 10:30 with live music by Calanais.\u00a0 Alison will continue to be your teacher\/caller so you are guaranteed to have a great evening.\u00a0 No change to the admission – still $15 with students $10.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Help us spread the word – I am not into social media but I am sure somebody can promote the Ceilidh Dance(s) there for me especially out at the Colleges and Universities.\u00a0 Tell all your friends to come along – it really is a fun (and cheap!) evening.\u00a0 DON’T FORGET CASH IS PREFERRED.\u00a0 <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Also tell everyone to sign up for the newsletter – it is easy and free!<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Strathaven Balloon Festival seemed like a fairy tale illustration as the balloons floated high above local pub The Weavers.<\/span><\/div>\n
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NEXT CEILDH DANCE IS ON Friday, September 26, 2025<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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Hope to see many of you there – oh! I may have to miss it !!<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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