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Subject: Irish Placements for 2 Girls Author: Heidi [Edit] Date Posted: 05/14/06 7:20pm (207.172.216.238) I am writing regarding availability the last week in June thru the last week of July for (2) Irish girls from Belfast who needs placement. If you know of anyone whom may be interested I can provide additional details. I would offer them placement but we are going to Disney in July. Email me.

Subject: Thank you! Author: Linda A. [Edit] Date Posted: 05/10/06 12:00pm (4.233.161.245) To Joanne F., thank you for returning the school dress and for the chocolates (mostly the chocolates)! I tried to call you but got a disconnected number--so I hope you see this.

Subject: Meeting Tuesday Night at 6:45 Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 05/ 7/06 9:52pm (24.34.52.48) Hey Everybody, There is a booster group meeting on Tuesday at 6:45 at the studio... We are sticking with the same day/time for the remainder of the year in order to minimize confusion... Chris is planning to have open studio on Tuesday nights ($3 for 1 child, $5 for family rate) so bring your dancer(s) if they want to get some dance time in while we conduct our meeting (what would a meeting be without my voice being drowned out by hardshoe at some point). At the meeting, we will conduct regular monthly updates, share Chris' info from her meetings with classes and, for the majority of the time, focus on the Recital, tying up loose ends and making some money decisions to be voted on by booster group members. As always, all DM parents are welcome to attend. Any questions, post here, or better yet, come to the meeting (I'm a bit tied up with an Understanding Learning Disabilities program I am running this week at our grammar school - for the last time before I hand it over to a new victim, I mean, volunteer... The end is in sight and my garden is beckoning...) Hope everyone is well (I feel so out of touch!) and hope to see many of you at the meeting. Replies: It's not too late to submit socks for tie-dyeing - remember those?(more inside) -- Nancy, 05/ 8/06 9:25pm I'll bring some scrapbooking materials for those who haven't done a page for their dancer for the book of dancers during the first 10 years... (more inside) -- Questions? Let me know, Nancy, 05/ 8/06 9:29pm

Subject: Duffin Murphy T-Shirts & Skorts Author: Maureen Winn [Edit] Date Posted: 04/27/06 11:03am (24.62.187.104) T-SHIRTS & SKORTS FOR SALE!!!! We have black skorts and the black and white Duffin Murphy t-shirts for sale! If you are interested in purchasing one or both of these I will be at the studio on Mondays from 4:00-6:00. If that time doesn't work for you, feel free to leave an envelope with payment in the payment box and I will put your order in a bag with your name on it. T-SHIRTS $15.00 We have sizes youth large and adult small SKORTS $15.00 We have youth medium, youth large and adult small If we don't have the size you need don't worry we are ordering more shirts and shorts. Sorry we will not be ordering more skorts. Replies: Do they look like the oirachtas scorts and t shirts? (NT) -- not sure, 04/27/06 3:40pm

Subject: next class ????? Author: Jaime Bernard [Edit] Date Posted: 04/25/06 11:04am (66.31.11.193) Now that the recital is over when do the next classes begin ????? If someone could let me know by email that would be great ! Thanks ! Jaime Bernard. sang@stompmachine.com

Subject: Returning Borrowed Items Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/25/06 10:42am (24.34.52.48) If Tuesday advanced beginner parents could please bring the green belts and shawls to class so they can be returned to their owners, it would be very much appreciated. These "historical garments" hold a special place in the hearts of their owners. Hope the dancers enjoyed portraying the original DM dancers, curls and all!

Subject: Message from Marie M, Nicole's mom Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/24/06 12:36pm (24.34.52.48) I got this via email and Marie wanted it to be shared... " I want all of you to know that the recital yesterday afternoon was more than magnificient. The first opening number was jaw dropping for it's beauty. I was trying to decide if the dancers looked liked tulips in the glade or fairies in the glen. It was actually the only receital that I wanted to stay until the end. The adult class was inspiring.....I was thinking about joining last year when it was offered, but I was and still am too over booked to have any energy left over for fun for myself....But, I am whittling it down little by little and maybe by Septemeber, I'll be ready. Again.....you were all splendiferous. And even that word doesn't convey just how teriffic you all were." I'm so glad everyone enjoyed The Show and that it was a success from all perspectives, both backstage and in the auditorium... I could go on, but I won't (right now)... Can't wait to see the dvd, Nancy Replies: actually Marie is Nikki's grandmother - thanks for the kind words, Marie, glad you enjoyed the show! (NT) -- Nancy, 04/24/06 3:15pm

Subject: thank you Author: Erin h [Edit] Date Posted: 04/22/06 9:18pm (66.30.94.204) i think we all need to give Nancy a big thank you for organizing those scrapbooks! For those of you who were not at the rehearsal Chris LOVED them. So thank you to Nancy and anyone who helped. Replies: It was a labor of love, for Chris, all the dancers & the parents.You are welcome!& you are right, there were lots of moms & dancers who helped to get it together. I hope it brings hours of enjoyment and stirs wonderful memories for years to come! (NT) -- Not get a good night sleep! Nancy, 04/22/06 9:48pm oops! NOW get a good night sleep! I sure need one... See you all tomorrow, (NT) -- N., 04/22/06 9:49pm they were beautiful... (NT) -- saw them today!, 04/23/06 8:35pm Re: thank you -- FELICIA, 04/24/06 8:03am Re: thank you -- Arleen Shea, 04/24/06 11:25am

Subject: Yeah! Author: Heidi [Edit] Date Posted: 04/23/06 7:59pm (209.122.236.94) A quick CONGRATULATIONS! to all Duffin-Murphy dancers, parents, and Booster Group. It was a great day and so refreshing to see the school evolve. The beginners were in absolute awe with the dresses and the more advanced dancers. It allowed them and their family an opportunity to see what they can strive for. Thank you to all who coordinated this very special event. The hard work certainly paid off by seeing the smiles on the faces! Sleep well tonight and I will see you in dance class! Replies: Great job everyone! (NT) -- The recital was awesome!!, 04/23/06 8:31pm

Subject: I'm on my way to the venue Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/23/06 1:06pm (24.34.52.48) I put my cellno as my email if anyone needs to call me. Ignore the comcast.net obviously... Good Luck to all and HAVE FUN!

Subject: Good Morning! Couple of things for novice and up Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/23/06 8:59am (24.34.52.48) Just thinking of a couple of things...Novice and up Moms, please have your dancers read this, too! Thank you Maddie V for sharing your safety pins! Does anyone already have a bunch of bobby pins that we can also put in a shared place OR if anyone could pick up a pack, that would be great... My feis bag is not up to par these days and the girls and I were scrambling for bobby pins (thanks Erin for helping us out yesterday)... Remember to use that seat as your home space(like your locker, remember?). Keep things under and on the chair as much as possible... That way, the dress change will run more smoothly and no one will suddenly not know where a shoe is, etc... Also, I know yesterday was a long day and there will be less time to spend in the dressing room BUT could everyone please try hard to take care of their trash, etc. And we don't want anyone stuck picking up after others at the end - so dancers should clean up their own messes (even left over bobby pins) ;). Polish those shoes (heavies and lights) early this am if you haven't done so already... Marianne is going to post the line-up in a few places and her backstage crew (aka Lori, Linda and Margot!) will try to mark off as the show goes along... Perhaps a dancer from each group should be assigned to knowing when to have their group ready and in the holding room... (the chorus room right next to the band room...much closer to back stage). The Nationals dancers will have to do this too as they will not be watching the show in the auditorium today. (Sorry Nationals Dancers, I hope you enjoyed watching the run through!) There are two single bathrooms with keys right behind backstage - dancers can use those if necessary... leave the wooden key thing in the door and I believe you can lock it from inside manually (and an occupado sign comes up, just like on a portapotty!). That said, bathroom runs should all be done as much as possible before the show. And, dress changes should be done in the dressing room (band room) not those bathrooms (as much as possible, major modesty issue or need for a "bathroom run", that's fine). Thank you dancers for using the band closets to change out of your tights, etc... The dressing room (band room) will be females only during the show. Parker and Aidan, please wait in the holding room (chorus room) while the dancers change from Siamsa to Treble Reel outfits... All Treble Reel Dancers - I know you always love to get those dresses right off BUT please hold off and go to the lobby and see your families (many have traveled far to see you) and let them take some pix with you in your full outfit (yes, even you teenagers, no eye-rolling please). This is the polite way to acknowledge their support of you as a dancer... Also, I hate to be a pain but (hey, it's my job)we really need to get a full group shot after that and before you get out of those dresses... Back on stage like 10 minutes after the show ends and most of the crowd leaves, that way we could get that team picture with Chris -- We need it for the scrapbook to culminate 10 years (I even have a spot waiting for it)!!!!!! Did I leave anything out? Joanne, are you still reading? Post here if there are any other details to help today run as smoothly as realistically possible... You have all been awesome... Now, let's do it!!! Replies: We need a couple of bottles of sock glue to leave near the dancer seating area in the auditorium... Anyone have an extra bottle they can donate (initials on top and you'll get it back). I'm planning to hunt for one but just in case... (NT) -- N., 04/23/06 9:12am

Subject: Area Restaurants Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/22/06 8:26pm (24.34.52.48) Hi, I did get some restaurant questions... Personally, my folks are taking us all out to dinner but said "no" to the Sidney and Hampton and Hart House :( ... Here are some ideas... Call info for telno, street address for mapblasting... Some take reservations, especially for larger parties... 5pm rese's should be do-able... Rowley Sidney and Hampton Restaurant – fancy, $$$$ but worth it – very special(5 minutes from the IPAC) American Barbecue – yummy barbecue, relaxed atmosphere (less than 10 minutes from the IPAC) Spud’s – it’s edible… family friendly, kid’s meals, pretty basic (less than 10 minutes from the IPAC) Ipswich Marco Polo – Italian/American fare, new, not sure how it is (across the street from the IPAC) 1640 Hart House – very nice, $$$ (2 minutes from the IPAC) The ClamBox – some indoor seating, famous clam shack (2 minutes North of the IPAC) Majestic Dragon – basic Chinese food, family friendly (less than 10 minutes from the IPAC Essex (about 10 minutes down 133 south of Ipswich) The Village – nice, excellent seafood Woodman’s Famous Seafood in the Rough – famous, but $$ Lewis’ – less expensive, basic fare Fortune Palace (I think that’s the name ) – decent Chinese food Periwinkle’s – seafood, on the harbor, not sure how it is Tom Shea’s – seafood, on the harbor, not sure how it is And, of course, there is Newburyport with tons of restaurants there - could be a good stop for those traveling back north to Maine and NH

Subject: Purple Headband Author: Arleen Shea [Edit] Date Posted: 04/20/06 12:58pm (24.61.152.62) Hi, I am still looking for a headband for my daughter to borrow for the Thursday 4PM class, for the recital (school purple dresses). I think we have secured headbands for everyone else, need one more for my daughter. If someone who has one would be so kind as to let her borrow it I think we will have a complete class. Please call 978-499-9959 if you have one available, or bring it to the dress rehearsal? My name is Arleen Shea Thanks so much. Replies: Re: Purple Headband -- Sarah H, 04/20/06 5:55pm The purple headbands with the gold spiraling around are just what is needed by at least a couple of the thurs adv beg dancers so post here like Sarah did if you have one to lend (NT) -- Thanks, Nancy, 04/20/06 6:11pm Re: The purple headbands with the gold spiraling around are just what is needed by at least a couple of the thurs adv beg dancers so post here like Sarah did if you have one to lend -- Sarah H, 04/20/06 10:40pm Re: Purple Headband -- Sarah H, 04/21/06 12:51pm Re: Purple Headband -- Arleen, 04/22/06 1:41pm

Subject: Clipboard anyone? Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/22/06 9:42am (24.34.52.48) Hey, if anyone has a clipboard they could bring to dress rehearsal, it would help minimize that flustered appearance I have while rattling through pages and sticky notes... Thanks, N.

Subject: Siamsa Dancers - Lunch... Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/21/06 10:08pm (24.34.52.48) Since the Siamsa dancers are due at 11am for as long as Chris needs them and then their dress rehearsal slot is on stage at 2:40, there will be a break during which Siamsa dancers can eat lunch. Bring your own lunch can be eaten out on picnic tables outside the cafeteria (weather permitting)... In the band room which will be serving as a dressing room, there is no soda or juice boxes allowed, water only as far as beverages and non-messy snacks... There is a back parking lot off of the band room area that is only used by lunch staff during the week so, weather permitting, the kids can go get some fresh air and stretch their legs... There is a pizza place right next door and Courtney and the older dancers can go pick up pizzas (and soda) and bring them back. If your dancer would like to participate, bring $3.

Subject: It's A Boy! Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/19/06 10:35am (24.34.52.48) As if the recital week isn't exciting enough... We would like to announce the newest member of our family: Barry German Shephard 75 POUNDS - biggest dog in the class! d.o.b 5/1/2004 dance age - U2 Replies: oooooohhhhhhhh (NT) -- how cute, 04/20/06 4:01pm

Subject: Recital Update - Follow Up Details Author: nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/19/06 10:47am (24.34.52.48) To All DM Families ~ We are coming into the home stretch...Some last details... Tickets Glitch -- Just in case, if everyone could check and make sure they don't have tickets marked LEFT Rows A-J. These seats are reserved for the dancers and the chaperone Recital Moms. Contact Karol-Anne O or post here if you do have seats in this section and she will reissue other seats to you. Directions Glitch -- On the first update, I mistakenly said to take a right on 1S to 133 East and it is a left... The correct directions are on this board. The street address is 130 High Street Ipswich if you would like to Mapblast (my directions do give landmarks!). Name Spelling -- Every attempt has been made to get all dancers' names spelled correctly on the program. If your dancer has an unusual name spelling or you think it has been printed incorrectly in the past, reply to this email with the proper spelling. Advanced apologies for any errors that may occur on the program as we try our best to get it 100% accurate! Costumes -- All dancers should have costumes in hand at this point in time. All poodle socks should be purchased at this point - remember brand new and preferably mid-calf. We will have extra sock glue at the venue. All dancers in numbers with leotards and tights should try their ensemble on in advance to work out any "undergarment issues" - just to be sure all dancers are comfortable. Note to Thursday Advanced Beginnner - 4pm class - If your dancer is in this class and you do not have a purple headband in hand, please post this on the message board (and include your email address in the field for email address). Also, all dancers in this class should have black bloomers. They can be purchased at the stage or any dance store. If you are having trouble getting black bloomers, please post here and some DM families can likely help out with sharing a gently used pair! If anyone has an extra purple headband (the original type), please post that fact and contact information here. I believe we were coming up just 2 or 3 short, so it would be nice to secure them for the dancers. All such borrowing would be arranged directly between the borrower and the lender so you will get those treasured keepsakes back! Area Restaurants -- There are many wonderful area restaurants from casual to elegant. I will be not be emailing a list to everyone but I will be posting them here. Check back if you are interested in suggestions for taking dancer and family out for a well-deserved celebratory dinner. Make-Up, DVD purchase, Arrival Times for Rehearsal and Recital (by class) -- All of these details were detailed in last week's Final Recital Update (a copy exists further down on this message board). If you have any questions, send an email to me or post here.

Subject: Final Recital Update from last week Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/19/06 9:03am (24.34.52.48) Inside this post I am pasting the final recital update from last week that all DM families should have received. If you did not receive this update via email, please let me know as we don't want anyone missing out on any important information. I will be emailing a Final Recital Update - Follow Up (don't you just love it?) today with a few important odds and ends of information... Replies: Re: Final Recital Update from last week (inside!) -- Nancy, 04/19/06 9:08am

Subject: SLIGHT TICKET GLITCH Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/12/06 11:36am (24.34.52.48) Please check your tickets in case of error: Some of the people selling tickets during classes last week (I admit it - It was me!!!) may have inadvertently sold tickets that were from the area where the dancers are sitting. If anyone that is not a chaperone has tickets from rows A through J on the left side, could you please notify Karol-Anne as soon as possible so that she can exchange your tickets with different seats. No matter when you bought them, please check your tickets just in case. We would like to prevent any fist-to-cuffs over seats the day of the recital! Replies: to reach Karol-Anne -- N, 04/12/06 11:37am Re: SLIGHT TICKET GLITCH -- just bringing this to the top again. If you haven't checked your tickets - just in case - please do! (NT) -- Thanks, N., 04/14/06 7:57am

Subject: Siamsa Practice Friday Night Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/13/06 9:08pm (24.34.52.48) I first just want to say how amazing our pw and prelim dancers are who have been showing up literally night after night to finish this important number for the recital... They have stayed long hours and have kept a positive attitude throughout. You mom and dad drivers are pretty darn special yourselves... And, as far as the parent volunteers, well, you guys are the bomb! And, Heidi, you've been so great with the kids (and the adults - a very calming influence - how do you do it??!!) Okay, everyone all buttered up and smiling... SIAMSA PRACTICE, FRIDAY NIGHT, APRIL 14 from 7-9 (Please make every effort to be there... Even if you know the steps, there is lots of polishing to do. We also have had some absences for various reasons so everyone needs to be there for the "good of the team". That said, those with family or personal obligations are certainly excused. Do let us know if you can't make it.) No practice Saturday No practice Sunday No practice Monday No practice Tuesday (wow, so much time off? what will you all do?) Practice Wednesday night (time TBD @ the Ipswich Performing Arts Center - 15 minute drive south of the studio) All joking aside, thanks again to everyone for working so hard toward the recital... the countdown begins... Replies: Dancers should have their hardshoes and expect a couple of run-throughs of the treble reel! (NT) -- N., 04/14/06 7:30am

Subject: Siamsa Practice Author: Heidi [Edit] Date Posted: 04/11/06 9:27pm (208.59.181.16) The following are Siamsa practices: Wednesday 6:30-8:30 (Pre-lim) Wednesday 5:30-8:30pm (Prizewinner) Thursday 5-7 (both Prizewinner & Pre-lim) It is imperative that you attend. It is challenging finishing a routine when there are missing bodies. Because it is a team routine (boy/girl), confusion sets in seeing we are all girls w/ some playing the part of the boy. We have had moms hop in and Parker and Aidan (thank you), however, they will not be there the day of the recital to perform-not sure if they will fit in the skirts. I understand we all have other commitments but it would be great if we could have everyone present. Just think, the recital will be behind us before we know it! I truly appreciate your attendance! Replies: The effort will pay off - Lots of hard-working dancers will result in an exciting number! (NT) -- N., 04/12/06 7:35am

Subject: Addie Recalled! Author: Heidi & Ceili [Edit] Date Posted: 04/11/06 12:19pm (24.147.115.65) HOLY COW! What an awesome experience. Congratulations to everyone, including Addie, of course, what a very proud moment for Duffin-Murphy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Subject: Horgan Feis Author: Steph :) [Edit] Date Posted: 04/ 8/06 8:25pm (155.212.209.204) Today was an awesome day! Rory A.- 6th Julie B. - 1st time in Opens! Elise A - 1st in her Reel & 2nd in her Slip Jig Parker A - 1st in Hornpipe, 2nd in Light Jig, 3rd in Reel (first time in Prizewinner too!) Ceili R.- 3rd in Slip Jig, 4th in Traditional Set Replies: Steph!!!! Did you get first??? Wahoo!!! You ROCK! Congrats to all there! Good luck at HK! (NT) -- Nancy, Courtney and Allipal, 04/ 9/06 12:26am Awsome day for the armstrongs! (NT) -- maura, 04/ 9/06 6:35pm

Subject: Off to the Worlds Author: Chris [Edit] Date Posted: 04/ 6/06 5:07pm (24.61.156.202) Well guys, we made it. After ten (lots of adjectives come to mind here) years, The Duffin-Murphy School of Irish Dance is off to compete at the Oireachtais Rince (Worlds). Addison you have made us proud. We know how hard you have worked and we want you to dance your heart out knowing that all of us at Duffin-Murphy are with you. Enjoy the excitement of the next week everyone. Many of you will be dancing your hearts out this weekend too. Go get em'and let us know how you do. Thanks for holding down the fort Heidi and to the student teachers. And thank you to everyone for all you have done to make this the best recital yet. Your very proud teacher, Chris Replies: I think that we can all say that we are far beyond proud of Addison. She is such a wonderful person and she definatly deserves this! (NT) -- Good Luck! The Armstrongs, 04/ 7/06 5:01pm Re: Off to the Worlds -- The Kenney Family, 04/ 7/06 7:05pm

Subject: And now for something completely different... Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 04/ 4/06 10:07am (24.34.52.48) Tomorrow morning, at two minutes and three seconds after 1:00 in the morning, the time and date will be 01:02:03 04/05/06. That won’t happen again for another thousand years.

Subject: thomas B. Author: need to know [Edit] Date Posted: 04/ 1/06 7:02am (66.30.94.204) sorry but i never got the times for the thomas b workshop for today and tomorrow. Could someone give them to me? Replies: Prelims and Opens 9-2:30 (that IS a change) and Novice and Prizewinner 2:30-5:00 (NT) -- C, 04/ 1/06 8:16am

Subject: Spring Forward Author: Sarah [Edit] Date Posted: 03/31/06 10:17am (166.68.134.175) Just a friendly reminder not to forget to move your clocks forward Saturday Night. We wouldn't want to be late for the workshop Sunday!!

Subject: Video Taping of the Recital Author: Carolyn [Edit] Date Posted: 03/28/06 12:15pm (24.128.103.57) For the benefit of everyone attending the recital, video taping WILL NOT be allowed. The recital is being professionally video taped by Action Video of West Newbury at the cost of $20.00 per DVD. You may preorder your video at the same time you purchase your tickets. Checks should be made out to Action Video. If you have any questions about this contact me at my enclosed e-mail address.

Subject: WOW Author: Steph :D [Edit] Date Posted: 03/26/06 8:02am (24.61.121.147) Yesterday was an AWESOME day for DM! Julie B - 1ST PLACE (She's in OPENS!!) Caroline M - 1ST PLACE!!! Kristen C - Got her last first to move up to Prelim! Michelle G - 7th Maggie M - 7th Parker A - All 1sts!! He's in Prizewinner (finally...with the girls!!)and he got 1st in U15 treble reel! Ellen 0 - 7th or 6th (I'm sorry I forget which one, soo many good results) Addison D - 3rd Please post if I left anyone out!!! Replies: Rory A. got 4th!!!! FANTASTIC job everyone!!!! (NT) -- =), 03/26/06 8:30am Brigid O placed 8th, great job!!! (NT) -- :), 03/26/06 9:41am Maura D. placed 1st in slip jig. shes so close to prelims. and not only did kristen need one she needed two! (NT) -- great job everyone!, 03/26/06 10:08am Alli got 5th in pre-lim U10 (NT) -- Go Allipal!, 03/26/06 3:52pm Ellen got 6th! (NT) -- Yay DM!, 03/26/06 3:59pm Good job everyone! It was a lucky day for Duffin Murphy! (NT) -- Alli, 03/26/06 4:03pm Special Congrats to CAROLINE K. for her FIRST FEIS!!! Hope you had fun! (more inside-250 characters way too few for me!) -- You Go Girls & Boys!!!! Nancy and the girls, 03/26/06 9:20pm

Subject: north shore feis Author: emh [Edit] Date Posted: 03/25/06 11:08am (66.30.94.204) where do we get #'s?

Subject: Selling! Author: Ireland is expensive :) [Edit] Date Posted: 03/25/06 6:29am (24.128.103.57) Am selling Addison's school dress with dress bag - size 8 for $400 - (can't believe it fit her a year ago!) and two Melaine Gammage blond wigs for $25.00 a piece. Email me if interested - email enclosed

Subject: Any extra Recital tickets ??? Author: Jaime Bernard [Edit] Date Posted: 03/23/06 8:56pm (68.163.173.40) Hi everyone. My wife and I are looking for 6 extra tickets for the recital on April 23rd. We have six kids to begin with so out go the grandparents ! If anyone is not planning to use the full 5 alloted please let us know by email or the phone below. Thanks! Jaime and Aimee Bernard 781-258-2851 Replies: Jaime, great to see you using the message board...(more inside) -- Hope you get 'em - Nancy, 03/24/06 10:26am Hi Jamie, I know we will only need two of our five, so there will be at least three available on the 2nd (NT) -- Sally, 03/24/06 4:27pm

Subject: Cameron's Dance-Out Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 03/16/06 8:55pm (24.34.52.48) I'm not sure exactly which dancers are scheduled to dance at Cameron's in Gloucester so thought I'd post info here. I spoke to a very nice lady (Leslie) at Cameron's and they will be organizing 3 tables of 8 all together for parents of dancers. She said we could use this as a home base throughout the night as we eat, drink and be merry - AND enjoy the band as well as the dancers. They will have boiled dinner (I'll pass!) as well as their regular menu. They also have pizza which I read is very good so we can buy some pizzas for the dancers to enjoy. Leslie recommended that we begin to arrive BY 6 as she expects a busy night. I did also let her know that we will have a group arriving later (from Michael's) that will be ready to join in as well. There is a dressing 'area' up the stairs from the dance floor. Leslie's description sounded more like a hallway than a dressing area so I would suggest that some may choose to do wigs and make-up, glued socks, bloomers, in advance... The easier it is to slip dresses on the better. She did say their is a rack to hang dresses on so that is good. If we would like to start the evening by ordering a few pizzas for the dancers at 6, they can eat at the "home base" tables while the parents enjoy a libation of their choice and then the first wave of parents can eat, then our later arrivals... The guys at Stormy Winds have been very welcoming and helpful. The plan is that the dancing will begin at 8pm but they were quick to add that all we need to do is give them the high sign when the dancers are ready to go. They also would like to encourage the dancers to do some "informal" dancing as the night goes on, treble reels, hand clapping, hooting, howling and the like! Based on past Irish Nights, I would think that Chris would like to see the dancers in DM skorts or black pants with a DM tshirt (black and white or purple) or, if the dancers feel like leaving on their wigs, they could probably wear tank tops WITH their DM O Team Jackets on! No dancing in socks. Polished dance shoes for the show, of course, and dance shoes or dance sneakers for any post-show dancing. There will be a 50/50 raffle to help with Nationals expenses that has been approved by the Cameron's owners. Karol-Anne, Corinne and Caron have generously agreed to help with it... Caron already has the tickets (she also has and will give tickets for Michael's to Mary, Marianne, and Linda)... Expect we'll need some baskets to aid in the ticket sales as the dancers will do their thing - selling in their dresses after dancing... Please remind all dancers that the BUDDY SYSTEM is in effect for the entire evening and the younger dancers should be paired with older dancers. Unlike past Irish Nights when the dancers were in the crowd selling tickets, this is an event open to the public. The band is schedule to perform 6-10, if I remember correctly. We'll keep an eye to make sure the surroundings are family friendly and plan to finish up our evening as common sense dictates relative to the children. Please post anything I didn't cover here. Thanks and Happy Saint Patrick's Day! Replies: Cameron's Address for directions is 206 Main Street, Gloucester. (NT) -- mapblast has it at about 40 minutes from Nport, 03/16/06 8:57pm

Subject: Forbes Feis -WOW Author: Steph :) [Edit] Date Posted: 03/ 5/06 8:26pm (24.61.121.147) Today was a long, but great day!!!! Here are the results I know of: Julie B - 6th Aidan K. - 2nd Addison D. - 7th (very tough competition by the way!) and....after 2 hours of waiting for results, Rory A. got FIRST PLACE IN PRELIMS OUT OF ABOUT 26!!! GREAT JOB RORY! We left at 5ish, and we were still waiting for the results of Annika O., Erin B. and Brigid O! Replies: how did you do Steph? (NT) -- ?, 03/ 5/06 9:27pm Re: Forbes Feis -WOW -- Ellen :-P, 03/ 5/06 9:42pm Thats really good!!! Congrats Brigid!!!!! (NT) -- The Armstrongs, 03/ 5/06 9:58pm Brigid - how was the view from that podium??!! Bet you could touch the ceiling! Awesome job, congrats! (NT) -- The Gallants, 03/ 6/06 10:24am Wow! Brigid you are amazing! Way to Dance!!!! (NT) -- Bacons, 03/ 6/06 6:05pm Oh My Gosh!!! Go Rory! That is so awesome! You Go Girl!!! (NT) -- Bacons, 03/ 6/06 6:48am Great job to everyone else too! Also, awesome job Steph (7th)! Are there any other results? (NT) -- You all looked great!!!, 03/ 6/06 6:51am RORY!!! Congrats from the Gallants. AND, thanks for taking a few minutes to chat with Alli - you are a winner in more ways than one! Any AB/N/PW results? -- Nancy, 03/ 6/06 7:09am Parker A. finally had more than 5 in his competition (6 actually!) and got first in his hornpipe!!!! (NT) -- C, 03/ 6/06 4:48pm PARKER!!!!!!!!!! You ROCK!! Congratulations!! (NT) -- Courtney and Allipal, 03/ 6/06 9:24pm Congratulations to all !! Your all working so hard and it's paying off !! Rory-- You Go Girl!! (NT) -- Sally, 03/ 6/06 8:28am Re: Forbes Feis -WOW (NT) -- Sarah H, 03/ 6/06 10:01pm Re: Forbes Feis -WOW -- Sarah H, 03/ 6/06 10:03pm awesome first novice feis, abby! congrats! (NT) -- Nancy G, Courtney and Alli, 03/ 6/06 11:14pm :) -- Kaitlin, 03/ 8/06 7:50pm Thats really exciting! That is so thoughful of you to be helping families in need....good luck! (NT) -- The Armstrong's, 03/ 8/06 9:38pm Kaitlin, leave it to you to spend your spring break helping others. You continue to be a wonderful role model for children/teens today. What's your email? Would love to catch up... (NT) -- Nancy, Courtney and Alli, 03/10/06 8:49am Re: Forbes Feis -WOW -- Kaitlin, 03/15/06 9:18pm

Subject: Monthly Booster Group Meeting Tonight (Tuesday at 6:45) Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 03/14/06 7:36am (24.34.52.48) Another month has flown by - time for another regular monthly meeting (second tuesday of every month at 6:45 at the studio). Not surprisingly, the recital will be the main focus of the meeting. Votes will take place on some major decisions regarding the recital including those that involve, cha-ching - MONEY!! Hope to see you there!

Subject: Boston Feis in Taunton (March 19) Author: Janice [Edit] Date Posted: 03/13/06 5:35pm (24.198.182.86) I just received a phone call from the feis committee that the feis this weekend is cancelled.

Subject: RECITAL UPDATE - Stay Tuned! Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 03/ 8/06 8:05am (24.34.52.48) We have been busy working out all the details of the recital and appreciate everyone's helpfulness as we work toward putting on a great show. Once finalized by a vote from the booster group,information will be posted here on the message board, on the recital bulletin board and sent home with the dancers regarding exact ticket pricing and purchase information and costume specifics for each class. Thank you for your patience as we work to get this information to you. In the meantime, check with your class' costume mom if you have any costuming questions or feel free to email me at ndgallant@comcast.net with general recital questions that can't wait!

Subject: Nationals Fund-Raising - Yard Sale Coordinator - Last Call Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 03/ 7/06 12:03pm (24.34.52.48) If there is anyone interested in heading up a committee to hold a yard sale on a Sunday in May or early June, speak now or forever... Chris is willing to ask her landlord about possible use of the lower lot. No guarantee the landlord would agree to it but the entire place is pretty much vacant on Sundays. Also, if someone wanted to use their own yard, that would be great. If noone is able to head this up, then we will not pursue it further and folks can make other plans for their yard sale-potential items. Also regarding nationals fundraising, fyi, Karol-Anne is looking into some options and will let us know what she comes up with.

Subject: Upcoming Meetings Author: Nancy [Edit] Date Posted: 03/ 7/06 9:53am (24.34.52.48) Due to a schedule conflict, the Recital Meeting scheduled for Thursday will take place tonight (tues the 7th) at 6:45. Committee members unable to attend may email any update information to me. The Regular Monthly Booster Group meeting (2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:45) will take place as scheduled on next Tuesday, the 14th at 6:45. The majority of the meeting will be spent finalizing decisions made with the full group, based on recommendations by the Recital Committee. Hope to see you there! N.