{"id":9069,"date":"2016-12-07T02:38:54","date_gmt":"2016-12-07T06:38:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=9069"},"modified":"2016-12-07T02:38:54","modified_gmt":"2016-12-07T06:38:54","slug":"ceilidh-newsletter-201617-8","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/?page_id=9069","title":{"rendered":"Ceilidh Newsletter – 2016\/17 #8"},"content":{"rendered":"

A great and fun Ceilidh on November 25 just a pity so many of you missed it.\u00a0 Well I hope I can look forward to seeing more of you attending in 2017 – January 13, February 24, March 31 and April 28.\u00a0 Apart from January they are on the last Friday of the month.<\/p>\n

Alison is doing a super job and she does weddings, parties, etc. as well.\u00a0 She includes everyone and, like me, does let anyone sit out.\u00a0 She has brought some new and interesting dances to the Ceilidhs and is a breath of fresh air.\u00a0 It is time for new, young, confident teachers to take centre stage.\u00a0 I will still be there but I will take more and more of a back seat.\u00a0 The Ceilidh Dances are my baby but the baby has grown up.\u00a0 I am still very keen to see that they continue but I need your help.\u00a0 You need to continue to come along and help.<\/p>\n

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Interested in a Scottish Country dance trip to New Zealand ?\u00a0 A small tour group is being formed\u00a0(it may be full already) for a trip in November, 2017.\u00a0 Contact Christine Grobler at chrisgrobler@cox.net or check out www.toursbychris.com<\/span><\/p>\n

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Jean has a used kilt and new sporran for sale.\u00a0 Dress Murray of Atholl medium weight; 40″ waist and the length would fit a man up to 6′ tall.\u00a0 The sporran is black leather with chain strap. $160 —\u00a0 contact Jean at jeedwag@shaw.ca<\/p>\n

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The next regular Ceilidh Dance is\u00a0next month\/year – That is Friday<\/span>,\u00a0January 13, 2017 and I sure hope you can come.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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I have updated the calendar with known dates at this time – see the Upcoming Events tab.<\/p>\n

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Thanks to Steve at the Celtic Treasure Chest there is now an online list of all the Celtic societies as well as a calendar of events:<\/span><\/p>\n

List https:\/\/www.celtictreasurechest.com\/links\/index.php<\/span><\/a>
\nCalendar https:\/\/www.celtictreasurechest.com\/celticevents\/index.php<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The Celtic Treasure Chest on Dunbar has new owners.\u00a0 Come and meet the new owners and stock up on all your favourite foods.\u00a0 I hear they have just received new stock from Marks & Spencers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Celtic Fashions on E-Bay – go to https:\/\/www.CelticFashions.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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The Scottish Cultural Centre<\/span> 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 United Scottish Cultural Society (USCS). Memberships in this Society are for individuals only and presently cost $10 annually. Membership Application Forms may be obtained either at the Centre or on the USCS website – www.scottishculturalcentre.com<\/a> . The cost is only $10.<\/p>\n

Any person may join USCS and Scottish Country & Ceilidh Dancers are encouraged to show their support by doing so<\/span>. If any USCS member would like to be more involved, then, Darryl Carracher, the Manager at the Centre, will be pleased to give you further information.<\/p>\n

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The next Ceilidh Dance is\u00a0on Friday, January 13, 2017<\/span>.\u00a0 That will be the fourth one for the season and the first one of 2017. \u00a0There is\u00a0lots of time for you all to get yourselves and your friends organized to come along for another fun, filled\u00a0evening. Come and dance, it is lots of fun. A great way to get in shape after all the festive season indulgencies.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Michelle has very kindly made up a Facebook event page for the Ceilidh<\/span> 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!!<\/p>\n

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You can join the e-mail list of the SFU Scottish and Celtic Society; the club connecting you to all things Scottish and Celtic at SFU and the community. As members of this mailing list, you will receive updates on events and learning opportunities. All are welcome to participate and enjoy.<\/em> Facebook Group:<\/em> As of today, our new Facebook Group is launched and available to join. It is an ‘Open’ group. Anyone can join and invite their friends. We will create Facebook ‘Events’ for all our occasions. Join today at this link: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/451447541666799\/<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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Some fun and interesting sites: – note if you have a link to something you think others<\/p>\n

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Drama in the Serengeti<\/strong>
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The next Ceilidh Dance is\u00a0Friday<\/span><\/strong>,\u00a0January 13th, 2017<\/span><\/span>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span> Same time, same place, same price, 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. We need to improve the attendance to make the dances financially viable. Please do your best to spread the word. Let me know if you would like a poster to put up.<\/span><\/p>\n

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What a great gift this newsletter would make (and it is free!!) <\/span> Please pass along the website to your friends and ask them to subscribe. www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Please keep opening the newsletter!! Any and all comments and suggestions are welcome.<\/p>\n

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COMING EVENTS IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS: Note: Please check list of classes for all start times and locations.\u00a0 Sorry I have no way of updating this from over here.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
2016<\/em><\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dec 10<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nInverglen Scottish Dancers and the Kerrisdale Community Dancers present a Celtic Christmas Celebration at the Seniors Centre, Kerrisdale Community Centre.\u00a0 Free admission \u2013 come & support the young dancers.<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dec 11<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nGleneagles Ball, Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 1:30 \u2013 Tickets $110 from Susan Haug 604-984-7458<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dec 10<\/em><\/td>\nVancouver Island Christmes Social<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dec 13 <\/em><\/span><\/td>\nGlenayre Christmas Party, St. Laurence Church Hall, 827 St. Laurence Street, Coquitlam at 7:30 p.m. – $12<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dec 28<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nBetwixt & Between Dance, Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver with music by Mary Ross. RSCDS Members Free; Non Members $15\u00a0 A small offering of seasonal fare would be appreciated<\/span> <\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dec 31<\/em><\/td>\nVancouver Island New Year\u2019s Social<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
2017<\/em><\/strong><\/td>\n\u00a0<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jan\u00a0 4<\/em><\/td>\nWhite Rock first class of 2017<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jan 13<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nCeilidh Dance at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver \u2013 no partner or experience required \u2013 live music with Calanais \u2013 refreshments available \u2013 class from 7 \u2013 8 p.m. followed by dance from 8 \u2013 11 p.m. \u2013 all dances walked, talked and called \u2013 admission at the door $12 (students $10)<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jan 14<\/em><\/td>\nNanaimo New Year\u2019s Ball<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jan 21<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nBranch Burns Supper in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver – $55 Doors & Bar 6 p.m. ; Dinner 7 p.m. <\/em>www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a><\/span>\u00a0\u00a0 Mary-Anne 604-986-2880 burns@rscdsvancouver.org<\/span> <\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jan 25<\/em><\/td>\nWhite Rock Burns social<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jan 28<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nTam O\u2019Shanter Burns Supper<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Feb 10 \u2013 12<\/em><\/td>\nRSCDS Edmonton Annual Workshop & Ball with teachers Rebecca Blackhall-Peters, Heather Graham and Ron Wallace plus musicians Lisa Scott, Mary Ross & Judi Nicholson.\u00a0 Registration & all info at <\/em>www.rscdsedmonton.com<\/em><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Feb 18<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nLove to Dance Scottish Workshop & Tea Dance 8.30 am to 4:30 pm with teachers Rebecca Blackhall-Peters and Ruth Jappy with music by the Tartan Players. \u00a0\u00a0Register early at <\/em>www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> or get a form from your teacher.<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Feb 18<\/em><\/td>\nVancouver Island Valantine Dance<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Feb 22<\/em><\/td>\nWhite Rock \u201cHeart\u201d party \u2013 wear red<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Feb 24<\/em><\/span><\/td>\nCeilidh Dance at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver \u2013 no partner or experience required \u2013 live music with Calanais \u2013 refreshments available \u2013 class from 7 \u2013 8 p.m. followed by dance from 8 \u2013 11 p.m. \u2013 all dances walked, talked and called \u2013 admission at the door $12 (students $10)<\/em><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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If anyone has any suggestions or complaints regarding the newsletter, please let me know – ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> 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.<\/p>\n

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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.<\/p>\n

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The next Ceilidh Dance is\u00a0Friday,\u00a0January 13, 2017 with live music by Calanaish.\u00a0\u00a0 This is the first dance of the year so everyone come along and dance off all those calories added over the festive season.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

You still have time to spread the word<\/strong> 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: <\/strong>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0MvUwZnY9Ms<\/span><\/a> and here is a link to the Facebook advert: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/597360563665264\/597360566998597\/<\/span><\/a> The format for all of the regular monthly Ceilidh Dances will be the same with the class from 7 \u2013 8 p.m. and the dance from 8 \u2013 11 p.m. and all dances will be walked and talked through.<\/span><\/p>\n

They are all held at the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver. The price is only – $12 or $10 for students which, for what you get is a super bargain \u2013 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.<\/span><\/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> There is a link on both our website www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and the Branch website www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Scottish Country Dance (SCD) classes have started up again for another season.\u00a0\u00a0Check out the class locations and come along – see the “Classes” tab.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

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Come to a class in January – 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 in the new year. There are classes all around and on different nights so GIVE IT A GO!\u00a0\u00a0 Make it a New Year’s resolution.\u00a0\u00a0Go to either www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> or www,vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> for a list of class locations and times.\"St<\/a><\/p>\n

For those who don\u2019t 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.<\/p>\n

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).<\/p>\n

There are a great many classes and the ones in the Vancouver area are listed on the website. Come along \u2013 check us out \u2013 the first night is usually free and thereafter it will average about $6 a night and that\u2019s for a 2 hour class! <\/strong>\u00a0You 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<\/a> or www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a>. Note that the latter website has the latest updates to temporary changes to times and locations.<\/p>\n

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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><\/strong>www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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For upcoming events see www.vancouverceilidh.org and www.rscdsvancouver.org. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Other announcements etc:
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The next regular<\/strong> monthly Ceilidh Dance<\/strong> will be held\u00a0on \u00a0\u00a0Friday,\u00a0January 13, 2017<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong>in the Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, (73rd<\/span><\/sup> & Hudson which is between Oak & Granville), Vancouver,<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

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!!!<\/span><\/p>\n

W<\/strong>e Really NEED YOUR HELP to advertise the Ceilidh Dances!!!!<\/strong> It only costs $12 ($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<\/a> or the Face-book page https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/p.php?i=116203315&k=Z5C5Y4TZPT6G6BD1PKZZTWQQQ6BAW26L34AV&oid=164741310207760<\/a> https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/597360563665264\/597360566998597\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Suggestions to improve our advertising are always welcome. Don’t forget to tell them about the website www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and get them to “subscribe” to the newsletter.<\/p>\n

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Most of you have been to at least one Ceilidh Dance so you know how it goes. You don\u2019t need a partner; you don\u2019t 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! <\/span><\/p>\n

There is a FREE class from 7 \u2013 8 p.m. and the dance from 8 \u2013 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!!<\/span><\/p>\n

The schedule for the 2016\/17 season\u00a0shapes up as follows:
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\nFebruary 24
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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.
\nPlease<\/strong> do your best to assist us in letting as many people know as possible.<\/strong><\/span> Use Face-book, e-mail, telephone or even word of mouth and tell everyone you know what a fun night it is.<\/p>\n

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 ($12 or $10 for students.)<\/p>\n

You should check the website – www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a><\/strong> – 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.<\/p>\n

You should also have a look at the Vancouver Branch website from time to time – www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> – as there is always useful information on it and it is a very good-looking site.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions regarding the Ceilidh Dances send them to me at ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> Please check the website – www.rscdsvancouver.org<\/a> for updates, pictures and news.<\/p>\n

Dance \u2013 it is good for your health.<\/p>\n

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Keep sending jokes, pictures and info you wish to have included. Don’t forget to look at our web pages at www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a><\/strong> If you know of anyone who would like to be on the mailing list please send them the web address – www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a> and ask them to subscribe. <\/em><\/p>\n

If anyone has good pictures from the Ceilidh Dances please send them to me so I can put them on the web page.<\/em><\/strong> I<\/em>f 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.<\/p>\n

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This newsletter reaches out to some 359 <\/strong>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.<\/p>\n

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I was thinking about old age and decided that old age is when you still have something on the ball, but you are just too tired to bounce it.<\/p>\n

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Enjoy yourselves – come Scottish Country Dancing – for it is good for your health and you never know you just might …..!<\/p>\n

See Coming Events on the website for info – www.vancouverceilidh.org<\/a>\u00a0and come to the Ceilidh Dance on Friday, November 25!!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

May your troubles be one, may your blessings be more,
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Duncan MacKenzie\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong> ceilidh@rscdsvancouver.org<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

A great and fun Ceilidh on November 25 just a pity so many of you missed it.\u00a0 Well I hope I can look forward to seeing more of you attending in 2017 – January 13, February 24, March 31 and April 28.\u00a0 Apart from January they are on the last Friday of the month. Alison […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-9069","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9069","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=9069"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9069\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9095,"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/9069\/revisions\/9095"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vancouverceilidh.org\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=9069"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}