{"id":16513,"date":"2026-10-27T21:36:55","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T04:36:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=16513"},"modified":"2026-10-27T21:36:55","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T04:36:55","slug":"ceilidh-newsletter-2026-10","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=16513","title":{"rendered":"Ceilidh Newsletter – 2026 #10"},"content":{"rendered":"

next Ceilidh Dance –\u00a0 Friday, November 13, 2026\u00a0 — tickets go on sale online on Monday, November 9 at 10 a.m.:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!<\/p>\n

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TWO DIFFERENT DOCTORS OFFICES<\/strong>
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10 Wise quotes:\u00a0 https:\/\/biggeekdad.com\/2018\/03\/10-meaningful-quotes\/#.XlwmVj6MPs8.mailto<\/a><\/p>\n

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Some music for you to enjoy<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/05-Peerie-J-4x32-1.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n

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Upcoming Event:\u00a0 St. Andrew’s Ball Saturday November 28, 2026 at the Scottish Cultural Centre with a super sit down dinner with all the trimmings — but if you don’t want to splurg for the dinner you can catch the ceilidh dancing and entertainment for a much lower price and still dress up in your fancy dress, kilt, suit, whatever.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

All information at –<\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.zeffy.com\/en-CA\/ticketing\/st-andrews-ball-and-ceilidh–2026<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

It is a really great event and I am sure you will enjoy yourseves whether you go to the dinner or just the dancing.\u00a0 Alison will be calling the dances and music will be by Blackthorn and there is ente<\/span>rtainment with a pipe band, Highland & Scottish Country dancers.<\/span><\/p>\n

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COMING EVENTS IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS –<\/p>\n

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See the Coming events tab on the home page<\/p>\n

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More music for your listening pleasure<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/11-Phoenix-Rising-4x32s.mp3<\/a><\/audio>\n

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The next Ceilidh Dance is on Friday, November 13, 2026 – again this is NOT<\/span> the last Friday of the month<\/strong>.
\nPlease help spread the word<\/strong> about all the Ceilidh Dances as that is the best (and cheapest) form of advertising. Here is a link where you can purchase a ticket online starting Monday, November 9 at 10 am<\/strong><\/p>\n

https:\/\/rscdsvancouver.org\/events\/vancouver-ceilidh-2026-nov\/<\/a><\/p>\n

80 tickets will be sold online then another 80 at the door.<\/p>\n

The format for all of the regular monthly Ceilidh Dances will be the same with the class from 7 \u2014 7:45 p.m. and the dance from 8 \u2014 10:30 ish. and all dances will be walked and talked through. The price is only – $20 or $15 for students which, for what you get is a super bargain \u2014 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\u2019t forget to bring a few extra $$$$ to help defray the cost of the refreshments which are otherwise free.<\/p>\n

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For those who enjoy listening to Scottish music, song, banter etc. try https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/programmes\/b07y72yv\/episodes\/guide<\/a> this is a radio programme hosted by Gary Innis.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0There is a link on both our website www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and the Branch website www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a>
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It really is never too late to come along and join in one of many Scottish Country Dance (SCD) classes and NOW is a great time to do it as all the classes have just started up again. <\/strong> 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 next week. There are classes all around and on different nights so\u00a0 GIVE IT A GO!\u00a0 \u00a0Go to\u00a0 www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> \u00a0for a list of class locations and times.<\/p>\n

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For those who don\u2019t know SCD is a fabulous pastime which 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 get the basics learnt 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 also are Branches in Victoria and Seattle).<\/p>\n

There are a great many classes and the ones in the Vancouver area can be found at\u00a0 www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Come along \u2014 check us out \u2014 the first night is usually free and thereafter it will average about $10 a night and that\u2019s 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!!<\/p>\n

As well there are classes all up and down Vancouver Island, a number of the Gulf Islands, the Cariboo, Okanagan, 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 – <\/em>www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/em><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Peggy Rose\u00a0 —\u00a0 Reel\u00a0 —\u00a0 Colin Dewar & his Band\u00a0 —\u00a0 Ruthven Collection<\/p>\n

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The next regular<\/strong> monthly Ceilidh Dance<\/strong> will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026 <\/strong>in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, (73rd<\/sup> & 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.<\/p>\n

We Really NEED YOUR HELP to advertise the Ceilidh Dances!!!!<\/strong>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0We had a low attendance in October so get busy passing the word around.\u00a0 \u00a0It really is good exercise as the some young men found out last Friday.\u00a0 \u00a0Come to the next dance AND\u00a0 bring all your friends, spouses, partners, etc.\u00a0 It only costs $20 ($15 for students) – it is worth so much more in fun, exercise and camaraderie. Get your tickets online to be sure you get in!<\/p>\n

https:\/\/rscdsvancouver.org\/events\/vancouver-ceilidh-2026-nov\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Don’t forget to check out our website www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and get them to “subscribe” to the newsletter-it is free! \u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\n<\/a>The schedule for the 2026 and 2027 season shapes up as follows:<\/strong>
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2026
\nNovember 13
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\nJanuary 29
\nFebruary 26
\nMarch 26 – Easter Friday
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\n<\/a>If you have any questions regarding the Ceilidh Dances send them to me at ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/a>\u00a0 Please check the website – www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> for updates, pictures and news.<\/p>\n

Dance \u2014 it is good for your health.<\/p>\n

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