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Dancers, MAIDs, DAIDs, TCs, ADCRGs & friends -- this is the place to discuss the NE Region Irish Dance scene.
All I ask is that you treat each other with respect. Inappropriate posts may be removed at the moderator's discretion.
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Subject: HERITAGE Irish Dance Company 2018 Syllabus and Registration

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Feis Entry
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Date Posted: 22:49:26 04/22/18 Sun

The 4th Annual Heritage Irish Dance Company Feis will be opening on www.feisweb.com on WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25.

Please register early as we typically reach our cap quickly.

We have a NEW, SPACIOUS, BEAUTIFUL Venue! BIRCHWOOD MANOR, 111 No. Jefferson Road, Whippany, NJ.

Conveniently located near Routes 287 and 10 and a 25 minute drive from Newark Airport. Plenty of parking in a gorgeous setting.

https://www.heritageirishdance.com/2018-feis.html

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Subject: There will be no entry charge at the door for either of the Bracken feises, right? I remember paying an admission fee with the entry but we have family coming and I want to double-check.

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Date Posted: 16:38:13 04/22/18 Sun

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Subject: I thought Bracken was closing their registration on the 17th in order to get an early schedule out, it looks like the reg.was closed and opened again . Does that mean no early schedule? Did I miss something?

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Can't keep their changes straight
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Date Posted: 10:26:02 04/19/18 Thu

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Maybe they need more registrations; maybe they are required to follow their original syllabus; who knows, just go with the flow. (NT) -- :), 11:25:03 04/19/18 Thu
Hello - we changed the date late fees went into effect to 4/18. We are still accepting registrations with a late fee through feisweb. We are currently working on the schedule and hope to post by the weekend as planned. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us directly via Facebook or email for a prompt response. Thank you for interest and we’re looking forward to a great weekend! (NT) -- Bracken Feis Committee, 14:45:15 04/19/18 Thu

I think the confusion stems from your statement that you were "closing early" and the FeisWeb site stated entries were "closing" on 4/17 and it now states they are closing on 4/25 (NT) -- ???, 08:52:34 04/20/18 Fri

This is on their website. The schedule will be out soon. "The detailed schedule will be released as soon as possible after entries close, the Wednesday before the feis at the latest (as is typical in New England)." (NT) -- Nemom, 19:29:11 04/22/18 Sun

Subject: Long shot, but does anyone have TJ/HP results for PW U8/9 from the HPK feis last weekend?

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FeisMom
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Date Posted: 05:29:05 04/19/18 Thu

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Results -- Feis, 10:52:20 04/22/18 Sun

Obviously the OP must mean HK. I'm sure many of us have had instances of the fingers typing things they've typed before which are not quite what the brain intended. (NT) -- right?, 11:05:25 04/22/18 Sun
There is an HPK feis (Fairfield County Championships) but yes I assumed Hansen Keohane, too. (NT) -- ginger mom, 18:55:06 04/22/18 Sun

Subject: Does anyone know of a local retailer /dealer of Rutherford shoes?

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Date Posted: 17:13:03 04/18/18 Wed

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Subject: Looking for the Greene OLeary feis syllabus. Is it through a company?

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Date Posted: 16:53:43 04/18/18 Wed

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http://www.greeneoleary.com/GO_Feis_Syllabus_2018.pdf -- feisMom, 05:33:06 04/19/18 Thu

Subject: Personal Training Available for Dancers in Boston Area

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Date Posted: 13:19:46 04/18/18 Wed

Hello! I am an NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer and Open Champ level dancer moving to the Boston Area for grad school. I have a degree in Nutritional Sciences and Nutrition for Exercise and Sport. I work with dancers to prevent injury, improve movement mechanics, and build power and speed in ways that translate to better performance in class and onstage.

Beginning in May, I am offering one-on-one sessions and small-group training to dancers who are looking to prevent injury and reach their goals.

Cross training is hugely important for success in Irish dance, but it is vital that your workouts are effective, safe, and specific to your needs as a dancer. Meeting in person with a trainer is a great way to ensure that your program is tailored to your specific strengths and weaknesses, your questions are answered, and every move is executed with good form.

A couple quick notes -
I like to see a video from class or have my clients do a full so that I can see what their strengths and weaknesses are, but I do not ever address or practice choreography with dancers, so there are no association issues.
No gym membership is necessary - I will work with whatever tools you have available to meet your/your dancer's needs. There are some tools that I encourage dancers to purchase. They are relatively inexpensive, and I can give you a list with exactly where to buy them.
I'm willing to travel outside of Boston, as long as the time and distance are reasonable. If you're in MA but a little further out, let me know and we can decide together whether or not the logistics are feasible.

Working with athletes is my favorite part of training and I feel so strongly about helping other dancers reach their full potential. Please shoot me an email if you'd like any more info or would like to chat about options for you or your dancer. Thanks!

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Best of luck to you - what a wonderful service that can be mutually beneficial. I wish we lived in MA! (NT) -- CT DM, 06:32:20 04/19/18 Thu

Thanks so much, I appreciate it! (NT) -- K (Op), 09:06:54 04/19/18 Thu

Email -- Dm, 16:42:51 04/19/18 Thu

enclosed -- OP, 17:11:44 04/19/18 Thu

Subject: IDTANA Scholarship-Has anyone heard back yet?

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Date Posted: 15:30:42 04/17/18 Tue

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Subject: CUT

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KILOGEAR
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Date Posted: 14:32:48 04/17/18 Tue

Hello All!

I’d like to introduce CUT, a line of revolutionary, high performance gear that incorporates KILOGEAR’S weighted technology specifically for Irish dancers. The weights are suspended in internal pockets throughout the clothing and our high intensity compression fabrics ensure that movement is kept to a minimum. The addition of only a few pounds has a dramatic effect when distributed throughout the body and is proven to help dancers improve their strength and overall performance.

Dancers require a massive amount of speed and power to properly execute movements and Irish dancing is probably the only sport that has a culture of not training in the exact conditions as they will experience on a competition day. Dancers are required to literally weigh themselves down with a costume that can sometimes weigh up to five pounds for some of the girls, yet no one ever practices under those conditions because the costumes are too expensive and fragile to constantly wear. KILOGEAR CUT is the solution to this very real problem that effects the performance of nearly every dancer worldwide.

Dancers typically have extreme muscle imbalance due to the very nature of Irish dancing, which results in a weak core and lack of upper body strength. KILOGEAR CUT is designed to help address these issues and build the foundations of a more well-rounded athlete. As dancing has evolved to be so dynamic it’s massively important to maintain steady posture and a sense of ease in the upper body. Our weighted tops help restrict arm movement and require dancers to properly engage their back and core while dancing. The weighted leggings force dancers to move quicker and be sharper throughout the dance.

In addition to our gear we are designing an entire exercise and fitness programme that will teach dancers how to properly use the gear and function as a form of cross training in a way that best compliments their already extremely rigorous dancing schedule.

Please check out our website at: https://kilogearcut.com

And follow us on Instagram @KILOGEARCUT for updates!

If you should have any questions email us at: Cut@KiloGear.com

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May I please request you take the time to address a main concern on your website? Namely, much research has shown that Irish dance specifically does not utilize the body's athletic ability to absorb shock (ie, landing jumps on toes and straight leg, rocks where significant torsion occurs on joints, etc), and as a result the load on an Irish Dancer's joints and legs are intense. I have always understood that constant addition of weight increases the stress -- medical DM, 09:55:04 04/18/18 Wed

This is such a good point and our main concern with these products as well. Very interested in new training techniques, but we're concerned this will increase the likelihood of injury. (NT) -- Would love to see some research on this!, 10:22:02 04/18/18 Wed

Subject: Not sure if I still have contact info email for Alan at Feisweb. Can anyone help?

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Date Posted: 08:54:58 04/17/18 Tue

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I believe it's alan@feisweb (NT) -- Hth, 11:47:22 04/17/18 Tue

Subject: Are the judges for the Father’s Day feis listed anywhere, or is it too early?

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Date Posted: 07:11:33 04/17/18 Tue

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Subject: Last Day to Register w/ No Late Fees - Bracken Blackout & Bracken School Feis

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Bracken Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 05:13:47 04/17/18 Tue

Reminder TODAY is the last day to register without a late fee! We are offering 2 separate feis' on the same weekend. One being our 1st ever Blackout Feis Saturday April 28 and our 3rd annual Bracken School Feis, Sunday April 29th. You can register for both on Feisweb.com ! You can find the syllabus for both days and FAQ's for our blackout feis on brackenirishdanceboston.com/ We hope to see you there!

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Subject: Heading to ORLANDO? Check out the raffle opportunity from the Murray Academy Feis!

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 18:12:40 04/16/18 Mon

The Murray Feis is offering a new and exciting raffle opportunity for 2018!!
The winner will receive the choice between TWO 2-Day Park Hopper tickets to either Walt Disney World OR Universal Studios in Orlando Florida. Use them while you are traveling for Nationals or A family vacation!!
Ticket Cost: $20.00
Drawing will be at the Murray Feis, May 20, 2018
Winner need not be present to win.
Contact: Murrayfeisraffle1@gmail.com to reserve your ticket
Don’t Wait….. ONLY 250 tickets will be sold!
All raffle proceeds to benefit non profit parent booster group Cara Rince

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Subject: Any chance hansen keohane will post results anywhere, thx

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Date Posted: 07:08:12 04/15/18 Sun

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Wondering the same thing (NT) -- Ddmom, 07:22:05 04/15/18 Sun
Wouldn’t hold my breath. Best bet is looking at pages of schools that frequently post and know the full results will be on FeisWeb in a few days (NT) -- Sorry, 10:43:53 04/15/18 Sun

Feisweb only did champs:( (NT) -- Id, 13:56:37 04/15/18 Sun

Do they not tweet like the other feises do? (NT) -- wondering, 14:36:10 04/15/18 Sun
Does anyone know when feisweb will post champs from HK? (NT) -- ID, 15:24:04 04/16/18 Mon

I was wondering the same thing. Normally they are up by Monday morning. (NT) -- couldn't go, 16:41:20 04/16/18 Mon

They are up now ! (NT) -- IDmom, 20:02:35 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: CNY Feis Update

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CNY Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 09:29:38 04/14/18 Sat

Don’t forget to enter on Feisweb!
We are so excited that we are closing in on 1000 likes on our CNY Feis Facebook page, that we are announcing a contest. Help us get to 1000 likes on our CNY Feis FB page before feis day 4/28/18! The 1000th person to like our page will be eligible to receive a VIP parking pass and a CNY Feis shirt

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Subject: The 2018 Four Provinces Feis is quickly approaching and we are looking forward to seeing you on April 29th!

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Date Posted: 10:52:40 04/13/18 Fri

We just wanted to share a few updates:

* We have extended the closing date for entries to
Saturday April 21st.

* Round awards for both Prelim & Open

* Sashes for all Prelim & Champ placers

* Open- Pottery for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place

* Prelim- Gift Card (with trophy exchange) for 1st, 2nd &
3rd place

* Unique awards for Art & Soda Bread competitions

* Trophies for all advance beginners prizewinner 1st-3rd
place placers. Medals for beginners.

* We are bring back the group Charity Treble Reel! 4 or
more dancers for a max of 32 bars. You can register for
this event day of the feis. All proceeds will benefit
The Nelson County Food Pantry in memory of
John S. McGrory.

* Great raffle items including LuLu Lemon backpack,
American Girl Doll, Dancer Necessity Basket, Gift Card
Wreath plus more!

* Two Magic Kingdom 1 Day Passes (no expiration/no
blackout dates)- $5/ticket. Winner does not need to be
present.

* Great vendors including Faye, Rutherford, Head for the
World, Irish Seams, Lip Sense & Klonhed.

* We are happy to be hosting Grade Exams 1-6 at our
McDade- Cara Studio on Saturday , April 28th. Please see
the School website for additional information
(www.mcdadecara.com)

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Subject: Feis Tan at Home

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dancer27
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Date Posted: 08:25:17 04/13/18 Fri

Hello,

I was looking into getting Feis Tan from Home. I was wondering what people's thoughts and reviews were on the product? Or if there is another tanning method and brand you have found better that works for you? Thank you in advance!

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I love feis tan at home. easy application and depending on how dark you want the legs will dictate how many coats. (NT) -- fan, 08:38:36 04/13/18 Fri
We really dislike it. Much prefer Fake Bake Darker or Expresso (NT) -- Our preference, 11:38:49 04/13/18 Fri
Great product. Very easy to use. (NT) -- DM, 11:53:08 04/13/18 Fri
We love it! Two coats is perfect for a weekend feis for my pale daughter, three is more than enough for majors. It's very easy to use and hard to mess up, we've found. (NT) -- Feis tan fans, 11:45:34 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: Feis at the Beach Update- see inside first reply

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Date Posted: 16:41:58 04/12/18 Thu

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Updates -- FABcommittee, 16:43:24 04/12/18 Thu

Subject: Bracken Blackout Feis and Bracken School Feis

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Date Posted: 15:58:37 04/12/18 Thu

The registration deadline for the Bracken Blackout feis and the Bracken Feis has been moved forward to April 17th. This will allow us time to get schedules out to you as early as possible.
Two Feisanna in one weekend!
May 1st is the deadline to qualify for Nationals. If you are hoping to get your first to qualify, this is your last chance. The adjudicator panel will rotate the two day schedule between the two gyms and the auditorium.
Judges are all out of state. Please see below for list of adjudictors:
Kathy Irvine, Ont
Ellen Riordan, NJ
John Jennings, NJ
Rose Fearon, Ont
Brian Grant, Ont
Mary Bryan, Ont.
Moira McMahon, NY
Darren Maguire, AZ
Matthew Martin, NJ

Musicians:
Michael Fitzpatrick, MA
Ina O'Brien, Ont.
Pat King, Ont

You may register online at www.feisweb.com for both feisanna.
We hope to see you there.

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can the feis committee comment on the championship stages? are they raised? built by a staging company? what will champs be dancing on? (NT) -- thank you in advance for the information, 19:07:18 04/12/18 Thu

Subject: 10 days left to enter Shea-Jennings Feis without late fee

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Date Posted: 09:52:01 04/12/18 Thu

The 14th Annual Shea-Jennings Feis
May 5, 2018
Cranford, NJ

Sashes & round awards for Prelim/Open
Well organized - runs on time!

Entries open on www.efeis.com
Syllabus on www.deirdreshea.com

Follow us on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/Sheajenningsfeis2018/

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Subject: Harney Pender Keady-Opinions on this school please Also do they have strong teams? Looking to move novice 6 year old & want her to be nurtured & pushed further, she's losing motivation at current school

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Date Posted: 08:20:52 04/12/18 Thu

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Also if they have championship teams does one need to be a very strong solo dancer too? (NT) -- Dance mom, 08:54:43 04/12/18 Thu

All team members need to be strong dancers. They do not need to be soloists however that experience and training makes them stronger dancers. Judges score all the dancing, not just the lead dancers. (NT) -- No name, 06:00:21 04/14/18 Sat

In looking at the results for the 2017 New England Oir. Girls Ceili results, they placed 1st for teams for each competition: U8, U10, U12, U15, & 15/over. Since your daughter is young, looking at the U8 category there were 2 teams that recalled (1st and 3rd place). So that's 16 dancers U8. They are likely not all at the championship level for solos at that young age. -- Link inside to feisresults, 11:34:54 04/12/18 Thu
Thanks for this, current team has team but it includes tc's daughter, 2 nieces & strong solo dancers no space for dd & not enough to make up second team. What is the standard of teaching like in HPK? (NT) -- Dance mom, 15:31:19 04/12/18 Thu

High, I think. But I have no basis of comparison for teaching in irish dance. We have been at no other school. It may be similar at other dance schools. I can tell you my perspective. -- hth, 11:35:21 04/14/18 Sat

HPK has recently been allowed to complete because they were caught cheating. (NT) -- So there is that..., 16:41:44 04/12/18 Thu

Didn't know if that was truth or speculation, another dm mentioned that when I asked around... (NT) -- What type of dancer do they generally produce? Elegant, powerful etc..., 16:53:21 04/12/18 Thu
Your sentence makes no sense. Perhaps you meant to say "has NOT been allowed to compete". However since the OP asked about Harney, that would be a lie. It was Pender-Keady in CT that cheated, not Harney in MA. (NT) -- let's stick to facts, shall we?, 15:14:59 04/14/18 Sat

Harney didn't cheat, just bailed the cheaters out. And before someone tries to put a heroic spin on it, PK dancers were offered the option to transfer with no ban (NT) -- Lost respect for Harney, 17:23:53 04/14/18 Sat

So you want to punish the dancers that didn't xfer but still wanted to dance? Bless your heart. (NT) -- jig mom, 06:21:46 04/15/18 Sun

I feel bad for the dancers who were made collateral damage by their own teachers unethical actions. Unfortunately there are always consequences, sometimes that have nothing to do with the dancer, in ID. Just ask any of the incredibly hard working kids who busted their butts all year, and never understood they didn't have a shot because numbers were slipped under a door. (NT) -- Thanks for caring about my dancer, and bless your heart too!, 07:09:32 04/15/18 Sun

Consequences for the dancers that had nothing to do with the actions of their teachers????!!! Are you for real????!!!! -- jig mom, 07:31:52 04/15/18 Sun

Yes, unfortunately they belonged to an organization whose leaders tried to cheat. Apparently their teachers didn't consider how their actions would impact their own dancers and all the others from other schools that work so hard. When a coach cheats, the team unfortunately pays the price. I don't really see a difference. It is unfair to the kids, but life isn't always fair. (NT) -- JMO, 07:55:23 04/15/18 Sun

And by the way, I m not "bashing" kids, HPK dancers are amazing dancers and the dancers I know from school are wonderful kids, I am talking about their teachers. Just because someone doesn't agree with what teachers did, it doesn't mean they are "bashing" the kids. (NT) -- JMO, 08:02:28 04/15/18 Sun
It is unfair to the kids and you are not making it any easier. (NT) -- jig mom, 08:54:12 04/15/18 Sun

This is a public forum for discussion, but you are correct and don't want to make it harder on kids (NT) -- No harm meant towards any dancers, 09:08:42 04/15/18 Sun
I think what was unfair to the kids was that their teacher had so little faith in them that she felt the only way they could win was if she cheated. And the saddest part of all of it is that she's still teaching. Shame on the regionand shame on IDTANA and CLRG for allowing this. (NT) -- have lost all respect for them, 08:34:39 04/21/18 Sat

They have always allowed to compete. The two schools merged so the students could compete still from the school in question. Strong teams in Ma. (NT) -- Dancer, 17:55:05 04/12/18 Thu
This is a great school, and if your dd wants to put in the work, she will go far with the instruction she receives here. Please do not pay attention to those who bring up the cheating scandal? Liam Harney stepped in to help out Pender Keady. THERE WAS NO SCANDAL AT THE WALPOLE LOCATION OF THE ORIGINAL HARNEY ACADEMY! I believe that if you choose this school you will not regret it-Liam gets the best from all his dancers. (NT) -- Happy transfer, 18:27:11 04/12/18 Thu
A novice 6 yr old losing motivation? I shuddered reading that. (NT) -- Hope you find what you are looking for, 20:48:34 04/12/18 Thu
So sorry I made you shudder!6 year old is losing motivation as tc is blatently favouring her own dd & nieces, obvious even to the kids, dd feels she will never be as good (NT) -- More parents feel the same&looking elsewhere, 03:01:46 04/13/18 Fri

Must admit I felt the same way when I first read it, but clearly more to the story. (NT) -- Good Luck, 05:57:11 04/13/18 Fri
She is 6 so it could also be she is just losing interest. It happens. No harm in investigating other activities. (NT) -- Nt, 08:08:03 04/15/18 Sun

What is the story about PK cheating? (NT) -- dm, 10:05:40 04/15/18 Sun

Irish dance is SUPER subjective and it's always going to be the teachers kids and their nieces and the favorites and it that bothers you now do yourself and your tiny dancer a huge favor and find another activity. Just because one school got caught doesn't mean everyone else doesn't do it in one way or another. (NT) -- keeping it reel, 06:36:00 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: Anyone know if mcinerney happening in worcester later this year, a fav of ours

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Subject: how can i learn how ro white tape hard shoes thx

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Date Posted: 18:15:11 04/10/18 Tue

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We learned by watching YouTube videos. There are several out there. (NT) -- Good Luck, 19:28:17 04/10/18 Tue

Subject: Does anyone know if the woman who took photos at many eastern MAR and western NER feiseanna is still doing so? I looked for her on pinterest and couldn't find even old ones.

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Subject: MONTREAL FEIS - SATURDAY MAY 19TH (DOUBLE FEIS WEEKEND OPPORTUNITY --> OTTAWA CAPITAL FEIS MAY 20TH)

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Feis Admin
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Date Posted: 08:55:51 04/10/18 Tue

Montreal Feis Saturday May 19th

John Abbott College, St.Anne de Bellevue, Quebec

Entries close May 7th

REGISTER at IFEIS.NET !!

OFFERING:

***SPECIAL TROPHY DANCE OFF COMPETITIONS FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS***

***GRADES/CHAMP LEVEL TREBLE REELS***

***PRELIMINARY DANCE-OFF FOR PERPETUAL TROPHY***

***JUNIOR AND SENIOR CHAMP DANCE OFF WITH PERPETUAL TROPHY***

***PARENT-CHILD COMPETITIONS***

FEATURING:

***AUDITORIUM FOR ALL CHAMPS AND SOME PRELIM COMPETITIONS***

***SASHES FOR TOP THREE CHAMP AS WELL AS PRELIM AND TROPHY SPECIAL WINNERS***

***TWO CHAMP LEVEL STAGES***

***OUTDOOR CONCERT STAGE AND PUB***

***LIVE PERFORMANCES BEGINNING AT NOON***

SEE YOU THERE!!!!!

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Putting in a plug for this feis-- beautiful facility, great school, Montreal is a fun city. (NT) -- Former Short School dancer transplanted to NE, 18:47:34 04/12/18 Thu

Subject: HK Feis Schedule

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Date Posted: 04:33:18 04/10/18 Tue

The HK feis schedule is posted on our facebook page and our website www.hansenkeohane.com
Looking forward to another great feis day!

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Will results be posted for this Feis? (NT) -- DM, 10:16:49 04/10/18 Tue

FeisWeb always posts HK feis results every year. (NT) -- hth, 17:40:04 04/10/18 Tue

I dont’t think they post grades (NT) -- Unfortunately ...😐, 18:21:30 04/10/18 Tue
Can we purchase marks at the feis? (NT) -- ? thank you, 07:03:53 04/11/18 Wed

Wasn't able to last year. (NT) -- good luck, 15:30:00 04/11/18 Wed

From what I remember, no...but i faintly remember getting a note card back with comments , when DD collected her medals.. (NT) -- But that was a few years ago, and I could be wrong (Sorry, not much help), 10:33:31 04/11/18 Wed

Subject: Adult Irish Dancing Classes

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Date Posted: 11:53:19 04/09/18 Mon

Are there any in the Greater Boston /Quincy area? Thx!

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Rita O’Shea (O’Shea Chaplin), has adult solo classes in Squantum in Quincy on Wednesday nights. (NT) -- HTH, 13:14:51 04/09/18 Mon
She moved into Brady's territory? I always thought Brady was the only Irish dance school in the tiny community of Squantum. When did Rita open a Squantum class? (NT) -- interested, 16:49:05 04/09/18 Mon

I think it's been a while; I started taking them 2 years ago and it didn't seem like they were new then. $10/class. (NT) -- adult dancer, 07:43:27 04/10/18 Tue
Rita has had an adult class in Quincy for years and years (NT) -- none, 18:33:59 04/10/18 Tue

But has it been in Squantum for years and years? (NT) -- curious, 06:01:27 04/11/18 Wed

The adult class has been in Squantum for about 6 years maybe. (NT) -- HTH, 06:41:56 04/11/18 Wed

https://kieranjordan.com/ - Classes in Hyde Park -- Ann, 07:28:28 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: Hansen Keohane Feis

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Date Posted: 11:11:03 04/09/18 Mon

Hi, does anyone know if Hansen Keohane will have day of entry?
Thank you.

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It’s posted on their website!! (NT) -- So appreciated it came out early., 19:28:43 04/09/18 Mon

Subject: Lenihan Feis

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Lenihan Teachers
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Date Posted: 09:49:30 04/09/18 Mon

The Lenihan teachers would like to thank everyone who attended our feis yesterday. Thank you especially to all of you who took the time to thank a parent volunteer for their hard work or say a quick thank you to one of us. Those comments are so appreciated after all of the effort it takes to put on a feis.
Huge thank you also to all of our parent and dancer volunteers. We couldn't do this without all of you!
See you all for our fall feis on November 4!

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Thank YOU for a lovely feis! Were photos taken at awards? I checked Twitter and only saw photos for one or two comps. (NT) -- Too short to see over the wigs :), 13:55:42 04/09/18 Mon

Thank you for the nice compliment! We didn't take many photos at awards. We had a bit of trouble posting some things, as the school has limited service in places. But we may try to post more awards photos next time! (NT) -- Feis Committee, 21:47:50 04/09/18 Mon

Thank you - it was great! (NT) -- ginger mom, 14:10:35 04/09/18 Mon
Thank you for a wonderful feis! Worth the trip from Mid America! (NT) -- Mid America Dance Mom, 15:41:10 04/10/18 Tue
Thank you for safe floors! It's very much appreciated. And thank you for a well run feis. (NT) -- NE mom, 22:24:07 04/10/18 Tue
We appreciate all of your lovely comments. Definitely makes the hard work worth it! (NT) -- Feis Committee, 08:16:00 04/11/18 Wed

Subject: Anyone know when the Hansen Keohane schedule will be out, and do they list numbers in competitions?

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Subject: Anyone else buy a ID dress and have major problems... Help

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ID costume Design company is that what you are asking? (NT) -- X, 09:02:17 04/09/18 Mon
SOOOOOO many problems. Will never use again (NT) -- Not a fan, 09:39:22 04/09/18 Mon

Yes I would concur. (NT) -- X, 10:14:38 04/09/18 Mon
Same here, multiple issues and excuses when they finally answered email (NT) -- Never again, 13:37:48 04/09/18 Mon

Paid a fortune, did not get dress be date needed, dress arrived and is too small, stiching and jewlels are off. trying to resell but very little interest seems like they have a bad rap now... (NT) -- MAD, 12:20:07 04/09/18 Mon
Paid a fortune, did not get dress by date needed, dress arrived and is too small, stiching and jewlels are off, skirt does not sit right.. trying to resell but very little interest seems like they have a bad rap now... (NT) -- MAD, 12:21:00 04/09/18 Mon
What dress maker is this? (NT) -- Dance mom, 14:48:31 04/09/18 Mon

"ID Costume Design" out of California (NT) -- Horrible experience buying from ID, 14:59:24 04/09/18 Mon

I would never buy a used one not made well cheap!!! (NT) -- Aa, 15:25:41 04/09/18 Mon
Horrible Experience -- JJ, 20:57:21 04/09/18 Mon
ID designs was a phase for a period of time before it went rock bottom (NT) -- dd, 07:14:40 04/10/18 Tue
Would not recommend them, Will never buy from them Again -- Worst Experience Yet, 07:33:48 04/10/18 Tue

I know a few dancers who received lovely dresses from them in 2017. But communication was lackluster. By fall of 2017 it was worse with one dancer receiving a dress that was nothing she requested, changes to sketch, color and barely half the bling she paid for. (More) -- NE mom., 08:45:36 04/10/18 Tue

Subject: Gavin dress - £350

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Hot pink Gavin dress - worn once. Chest 32/33", waist 27/28" and length 32". Worn once - perfect for Intermediate dancer. Would just like dress used again so happy to consider offers. Please email if interested.

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Subject: Long shot, but did someone at Lenihan in the main gym by stage E bring home a blue skort/tennis skirt by mistake?

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Mine went missing after being on top of my dress bag under the bleachers. Possibly an Inishfree family who were camping nearby? Looks like this: https://www.target.com/p/women-s-run-shorts-c9-champion-174/-/A-53167649?preselect=52897200#lnk=sametab. Will be at Feis at theNeach, or will pay to ship. Email posted. Thanks!

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Subject: What is with the cutting of the dancers numbers! I have seen corners cut and length taken off each side? Is there a REASON for this??

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So judges know a certain school (NT) -- Sad, 12:44:48 04/08/18 Sun

Seriously? Hmm. Wearing things to help judges identify a dance school? Sound like cheating to me. (NT) -- jig mom, 13:13:11 04/08/18 Sun
Give me a break. I paid 3 grand for DD dress. I want to be able to see most of it (NT) -- Stupid consp. theory, 21:41:25 04/08/18 Sun
The judges can tell a school by the steps. Not to mention just familiarity with frequent feisers. Even I as a dance mom know a lot of NE kids by sight and my dancer doesn't feis that much. (NT) -- Ridiculous, 05:16:14 04/09/18 Mon

Ridiculous! What message is that sending to your dancer?’ (NT) -- Reelmom, 13:50:27 04/08/18 Sun
It gets in the way when my son dances, and gets wrinkled. So we take off the excess. I don't think that actually gives away his school.... (NT) -- Really? Just making the card fit better and not take up the whole vest, 14:02:36 04/08/18 Sun
U9 daughter cuts because skirt is short and bends her number up (NT) -- cuts number when possible, 14:30:06 04/08/18 Sun
We trim dd's number because clip is low on the skirt; just trim to number so it doesn't overwhelm skirt. No one else in our school does so I don't think it makes a connection for her. (NT) -- to each their own, 14:32:38 04/08/18 Sun

Same. I also slightly round the corners so the pointy edges don't get stuck in a distracting position on the skirt while dancing. Hard to explain but primary reason is that my daughter is petite and the skirt is small. (NT) -- No name, 17:09:52 04/08/18 Sun

Trimming the card is not a bad idea especially if it blocks the design of the skirt. Is it truly an "identifying " factor. I can't imagine it would work as such as anyone can cut their card to any shape. Kind of silly to think it's a "signal" to a judge. But in ID, nothing would surprise me. (NT) -- A mom, 17:50:02 04/08/18 Sun
No conspiracy here- sometimes they are too big, get caught in the panels of dress. (NT) -- Honest reasons, 20:19:46 04/08/18 Sun
You are so upset by someone trimming their card that you need to resort to all caps? It might be time to take a little break from dance if something so minor stresses you out so very much. We trim dd's card because if we don't it tends to curl up which looks sloppy and makes it harder to read. (NT) -- there's no card conspiracy, 16:52:52 04/09/18 Mon
We keep it in the same shape but trim some of the excess because it gets in the way when dancing. Especially for outdoor feises when my daughter wears a leo/skirt, it gets horribly bent. (NT) -- Still readable - nothing cut OFF, 18:31:14 04/10/18 Tue
You people are insane and just starting a war. We cut our number because my daughter is a petite dancer nd the way her skirt is on her dress , the original size number is too big and covers half the skirt. (NT) -- Not an identifying factor... get over it., 08:04:56 04/11/18 Wed

Subject: Lenihan tweeting? Twitter link? Not seeing anything on school twitter

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I was just going to post the same thing? -- Lisa, 08:56:20 04/08/18 Sun
Their Twitter and FB page says they will be tweeting results but it doesn’t look like that is happening (NT) -- Disappointed, 08:58:27 04/08/18 Sun
They are tweeting now (NT) -- -, 10:26:36 04/08/18 Sun
Four Tweets since the feis started. One result. Hoping the feis isn't running that far behind. (NT) -- ...., 11:50:34 04/08/18 Sun

Subject: Bracken Black Out ??

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I have checked the syllabus for the Bracken black out feis and can’t tell if buckles for champs are allowed or not. Anyone know?

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There is a link on their website for a word doc with more info. No buckles. Pretty much no bling of any kind -- HTH, 08:52:39 04/08/18 Sun
Looking forward to this feis! I wonder if results will be different without blingy dresses and big wigs to help camouflage carriage flaws. I hope the region will offer more blackout feises in the future. (NT) -- love this idea, 09:26:47 04/08/18 Sun
No blinged buckles -- Bracken Feis Committe, 20:14:59 04/09/18 Mon

Subject: Heavies left at gray feis

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My daughters Fay heavies size 3.5 with bling buckles were left at the Gray Feis! Hoping someone found them?

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Saw a picture posted on twitter. Contact the feis committee. (NT) -- Hth, 07:21:49 04/08/18 Sun

That was them! Thank you so much!! (NT) -- Feismom, 17:36:02 04/09/18 Mon

Subject: Lenihan PU15 - guess on start time?

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Subject: Hansen Keohane Feis

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Forgot to enter ? We are still accepting entries with a late fee. Hope to see you at the feis.

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Any chance you will post an entry list? (NT) -- ID, 13:45:40 04/08/18 Sun
Any chance you will post an entry list? (NT) -- Id, 13:56:26 04/08/18 Sun

Subject: Murray Academy Feis hotels?

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Hi all. Traveling from western NY for the Murray Feis & trying to find local hotels but it doesn’t see there are any nearby. Can anyone make any recommendations on where to stay? Thanks!

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Also what are some restaurant recommendations? (NT) -- Kathy, 14:32:45 04/07/18 Sat
Hampton Inn in Haverhill MA. On the way from NY so you're not adding to your drive, easy 1/2 hour drive to the feis (NT) -- HTH, 15:21:53 04/07/18 Sat
Murray Feis Hotel -- MURRAY ACADEMY FEIS COMMITTEE, 07:17:02 04/09/18 Mon

Murray Feis nearby restaurants -- MURRAY ACADEMY FEIS COMMITTEE, 07:18:16 04/10/18 Tue

Subject: Gray School posting results anywhere? can please send #? Thx

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Check their twitter. They have been providing a lot of updates. (NT) -- Nm, 10:14:29 04/07/18 Sat

What’s the twitter address? (NT) -- Thanks, 11:21:02 04/07/18 Sat

@CTDanceChamp (NT) -- HTH, 15:24:00 04/07/18 Sat

Subject: Stage calculator question

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Have never used. Wondering what start time would be for Prelim comp that begins at 8:30 and has two comps w 69 dancers total before my dd’s comp. Thank you.

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Stage calculator is easy to use and pretty self evident. You need to figure out the ages of the comps before yours and then click 2 at a time (older than U14) or 2/3 (MORE INSIDE) -- HTH, 02:03:17 04/08/18 Sun

Super! Thanks so much! (NT) -- -, 05:53:50 04/08/18 Sun

Subject: Crystals

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We have a new Elevation dress. Does anyone know what brand of crystals they typically use? And is there anywhere in NYC we could buy additional crystals that will hopefully match what is on the dress?

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They use a mix of the percosia and swarovski. They sell color charts on Dreamtime creations if you need help matching them up. (NT) -- HTH, 05:15:56 04/07/18 Sat
You could try MJTrim in NYC too. (NT) -- D, 05:27:41 04/07/18 Sat
Thank you! -- Dance mom, 05:50:46 04/07/18 Sat

Subject: Irish Cultural Center Championships Saturday June 9th is open on Feisweb

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Date Posted: 20:20:27 04/06/18 Fri

Please join us at the beautiful Irish Cultural Center in Canton, MA
For a fabulous day of Irish Dancing and Music Competitions.
Fantastic vendors, raffles, Dress Sale area and food and drink provided by the ICC
We will be offering the Champion of Champions competition again this year. Full list of Adudicators and Musiciians will be listed soon.

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Subject: please remind me of age you can wear makeup please

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U11 and up. (NT) -- HTH, 04:06:50 04/07/18 Sat

Subject: Update on Late Fees - Bracken Double Feis Weekend

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Update: There will be no late fees for any dancer registered on Feis web by the closing date of Tuesday April 17th at midnight.

Two Feisanna, One Weekend! Bracken School of Irish Dance

In an effort to get the feis schedule out to everyone as early as possible we have moved up our last day of registration for both the Bracken Blackout Feis and Bracken School Feis to midnight TUESDAY, APRIL 17th. Please make a note and get your registrations in now at feisweb.com

Hoping for your 2nd first to get you to Open before the May 1st deadline and your last chance to qualify for Nationals before the cutoff? Join us the last weekend of April for not just 1 but two chances.

We are offering 2 separate feis' on the same weekend. One being our 1st ever Blackout Feis Saturday April 28 (no dresses, no wigs, no bling & no stress!)

And our 3rd annual Bracken School Feis, Sunday April 29th.

You can register for both on Feisweb.com and you can find the syllabus for both days and FAQ's for our blackout feis on brackenirishdanceboston.com

We've got dancers from as far away as Arizona and Nova Scotia to join in the fun and we hope to see you there as well!

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Subject: The McDade-Cara School is pleased to announce we are offering Grades Exams 1-6 on April 28, 2018 the day before the Four Provinces Feis. Information and registration can be found at the link below. http://www.mcdadecara.com/we-are-happy-to-host-grade-exams-at-our-mcdade-cara-studio/

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Subject: Can a PC dancer with 2 1sts not in the same year dance as a PC in NE?

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There does not seem to be any clearly written rule about whether you follow your region’s rules wherever you dance or do you follow the rules of the region where you’re dancing? My child’s TC said you follow the rules of the region where you are dancing, but other TCs in the same region say otherwise. To me, it makes sense to follow the rules and the syllabus of the region where you are dancing, not your own region’s rules. But how does the question get officially answered?!?

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A dancer with two firsts earned in separate years is NOT allowed to dance in PC in NE. You must follow the rules of the region in which the feis is located. We are forever having problems with MAR dancers who think they can follow MAR rules in NE. They cannot. (NT) -- NE mom, 16:40:09 04/05/18 Thu

That is not the case. This keeps going round and round. You follow the rule of your home region, not the other way around. (NT) -- More sense, 17:36:23 04/05/18 Thu
Our very respected TC, who is involved with region and IDTANA, has told us that it was voted at a teachers meeting to follow the rules of the region of the dancer. It is recorded in the meeting minutes. No appropriate to force her to provide us with this evidence - she is a rule follower and I have no reason to doubt her. (NT) -- so we follow our regions rules, 18:04:33 04/05/18 Thu

If this change has actually occurred and been voted on.....this change should be published somewhere so this debate can be put to bed once and for all! -- DM, 21:02:10 04/05/18 Thu

I agree it needs to be posted somewhere - there have been dancers that have won their 2 firsts in different years and have competed in prelim still, or are still registered for prelim feis. I'm sure if the rule is noted somewhere, it would save the confusion. (NT) -- NDM, 03:36:57 04/06/18 Fri

That would save confusion. Is there a way to contact IDTANA and ask them to post the minutes from the meeting where they voted to allow dancers to follow the rules of their own region? (NT) -- Then everyone would know, 04:29:04 04/06/18 Fri

I’m sorry, but to take the word of a “very respected TC” without even knowing who they are?? That’s not good enough. -- Dm, 08:03:35 04/06/18 Fri
If you have a concern, I would bring it to your dance teacher. if there's an issue, let them raise it. (NT) -- dm, 08:27:38 04/06/18 Fri
My concern is people spewing things as fact without their being any documentation to back it up -- Dm, 08:42:56 04/06/18 Fri

But Is a rule posted anywhere, beside a syllabus, saying MAR dancers can’t dance in NER with 2 firsts in separate years? Is this a documented rule? (NT) -- Seriously wondering, 09:53:25 04/06/18 Fri

This might help, I looked up NAFC 2015 Dancing Competition Rules -- See Inside, 11:04:50 04/06/18 Fri

So, as I read this, a PC with 2 firsts CANNOT dance as a PC in NE Region.....but who enforces this?? -- Dm, 11:25:56 04/06/18 Fri

Yes, I would agree. Although not sure it is enforced. (NT) -- No horse in the race, Champ mom, 11:37:50 04/06/18 Fri
I guess as it looks too NER dancers CANNOT dance open in MAR with only 2 firsts. But they still do. (NT) -- MAR syllabus says 3, 11:45:43 04/06/18 Fri

But NE dancers CAN dance open in MAR if they dance open in NE before they dance open in MAR -- Dm, 12:00:31 04/06/18 Fri

Except that it was supposedly changed in 2016 and TCs advised though nobrevised rule has been issued. As always, (NT) -- Check with your TC, 14:30:46 04/07/18 Sat

I agree. This was just debated on another board too. If the rule changed, posting it would end the theorizing. (NT) -- Will follow either way but just want to know., 18:42:55 04/10/18 Tue

Seriously! I will never believe a post on voy as fact. It needs to come from the governing body, and until it does, then the last rule posted by the governing body is the law of the land. And that rule was that dancers must follow the rule where the feis takes place. (NT) -- .., 09:07:15 04/19/18 Thu

Subject: Grade Exams?

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Any summer NE feis hosting grade exams? Trying to get them done with minimal travel.

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Subject: Nationals Room

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Date Posted: 09:42:26 04/05/18 Thu

Double room available in the block Friday June 29-Sunday july 1.. 3 nights

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which hotel? (NT) -- boston mom, 22:10:37 04/05/18 Thu

Subject: Bluebonnet Feis and Grade Exams April 21, 2018 Dallas, TX

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Date Posted: 09:34:27 04/05/18 Thu

It's not too late to sign up for the Bluebonnet Feis. Supplemental Prelims offer your dancer a chance to win 2 firsts in one day just in time to qualify for Nationals! Only one registration fee and hotel stay required!
6 stages, raffle baskets, awesome vendors. The hotel room block is open and it's only 5 minutes from D/FW Airport! Come feis in Texas! Dance in front of Nationals judges too!

https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1802134490&key=68DCD8E

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Judges and Musicians see inside. -- -, 12:56:36 04/05/18 Thu

Subject: UPDATE: The June 10th Irish Heritage Fies is open on Feisweb. We look forward to seeing everyone!

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Subject: Lenihan Schedule inside first reply

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Schedule -- Feis Committee, 13:58:45 04/04/18 Wed
When is lunch break in auditorium? Before 657 or after? (NT) -- thanks, 18:16:58 04/04/18 Wed
Please advise on lunch breaks (NT) -- thanks, 22:00:29 04/05/18 Thu

Hi, we don't have scheduled lunch breaks. We wait until the day to see how it is running and where we can best fit in the break. (NT) -- Feis Committee, 13:27:25 04/06/18 Fri

Subject: Lenihan schedule out anywhere?

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Subject: 11th Annual Lynn Academy Stamford Feis

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Stamford CT Feis
The 11th Annual Lynn Academy Stamford, CT Feis will be held on Sunday May 6, 2018.

Venue:
Stamford High School
55 Strawberry Hill Avenue
Stamford, CT

Start Time:
8:30am

Entries Due:
April 30, 2018

Entries:
www.feisweb.com

Adjudicators:

Dara O’Se Delap Scotland
David Smith Scotland
Kate O’Connor California
Blainaid McCaul Ireland
Martin Percival Colorado
Marcus Maloney Ireland
Kerry Ann Broderick New York
Maggie Ritnour New York
Patsy McLoughlin New Jersey
Joanie Cass New York
Joan Cass New York

Musicians:

Billy Keller New Jersey
Mairead Early New Jersey
Brian Boyce PA
Kevin Forde NJ
Karen Conway NJ

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Subject: WOW, just back from Worlds, not many (any) posts to all the FAB NE dancers that danced in Glasgow, so here it goes... CONGRAT's to ALL the NE dancers that qualified, that went and danced, that recalled, that World Medalled!! Hope everyone had a FAB time in Glasgow! Just getting there is amazing!

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First. Thank you. Second. I was shocked at not one post? -- DD, 12:40:48 04/04/18 Wed
I think the minimal posting is because, for most of the users of this board, it was a regular week of work, school, and class. I think we are all connected more on social media, and I saw a vast amount of celebration and congratulations there instead, I think that's where people go now to celebrate, not here. -- Another vetran DM, 20:03:12 04/04/18 Wed
I think also a lot of New England Schools were out due to judging- therefore smaller numbers! (NT) -- But congrats to any that did compete!, 14:07:58 04/05/18 Thu
A lot of top New England dancers were out.. lots of late World Qualifiers not well known (NT) -- No top schools not many world medals, 21:35:16 04/05/18 Thu
Congratulations to Brigette Oei who placed 21st! (NT) -- Just giving a shout out, 07:08:58 04/06/18 Fri

Subject: CNY Feis in Syracuse, NY!

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Looking to get that last first to qualify for Nationals, or get in front of a Nationals judge one more time? Enter the CNY Feis in Syracuse, NY on April 28, 2018 by 4/14 to avoid the late fee! Held at the NYS Fairgrounds, we have 4 Champ stages running in front of an esteemed panel of adjudicators. Some highlights:
*handmade chocolate round awards
*sashes for Top 5 in OC and Top 3 in PC
*fantastic pottery awards for PW, PC and OC
*new perpetuals
*unique competitions: Championship trad sets, Pre-Preliminary Championships, Adult Championships, food-themed charity Treble Reel competition to benefit the Syracuse Hunger Project (for groups or individuals)
* Adjudicators: Joe Seletski, NY; Sean Flynn, NY; Patsy McLoughlin, NY; Maggie Revis Basenburg, NH; Eileen McDonagh Morr, NY; Cathy Spencer Revis, NY; Kerry Broderick, NY; LuAnn O’Rourke Boyd, NY; Debbie Lynch-Webber, NY; Lexa Hickey, NJ; Maggie Ritnour, NY; Ronan McCormack, FL; Anthony Murnane, FL; Karl Drake, GA; Maureen Collins Novaco, NY; Colleen Quinlan Schroeder, PA; Sheila Stevens, CT; Isabella Fogerty, IRE; Kathleen Flaherty, MA; James Early, NJ
See our website for details: www.cnyfeis.com, enter on www.feisweb.com, and follow us on social media: Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

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Subject: Jerry Mulvihill Memorial Feis will open on Feisweb next week!

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Date Posted: 13:23:29 04/03/18 Tue

Our annual feis, in honor of Jerry Mulvihill TCRG, will be held on Saturday, May 19th at Newfield High School in Selden, Long Island, NY. We are looking forward to opening registration next week on Feisweb.

Our venue is a short 10-15 minute drive to the Bridgeport/Port Jefferson Ferry terminal.

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Subject: Does your school charge a fee for your teacher to attend majors or Feises?

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Yup, we pay for flights, hotels and meals. More Inside -- Irish Dance Parent, 13:40:36 04/03/18 Tue
Not directly communicated to us in that manner but more of a "fee" if competing in Majors. So I am sure it includes at least part of the expense - it definitely is more than the entry fees. (NT) -- --, 17:04:57 04/03/18 Tue
No, never. Our TCs say Irish dance is expensive enough for families without placing a further burden on us. And our class fees are not higher than the norm; they truly do pay their own travel expenses. (NT) -- grateful parent, 18:35:55 04/03/18 Tue
Dance out monies earned go toward this (NT) -- Gg, 10:05:08 04/04/18 Wed

Those monies go toward the TC's travel? Goodness. At our school those monies are used to give a stipend to each dancer traveling to Worlds and to NANS. TC pays own travel expenses. (NT) -- how we do it, 16:43:58 04/05/18 Thu

Wow you are lucky. We danced out the entire month of March. Lots of money collected and handed over to TC (NT) -- Sore Feet, 07:43:03 04/06/18 Fri

You might want to ask Where the $$ goes some dance outs are for pleasure but some places, bars mostly pay a few hundre for a dance out easy grand just for one bar hopping day... (NT) -- dd, 12:02:46 04/06/18 Fri

Subject: CT champs

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Date Posted: 19:16:34 04/02/18 Mon

Anyone have any idea when prelims will dance on Saturday. Trying to plan a family visit.

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Schedule is posted (NT) -- Dm, 19:55:44 04/02/18 Mon

CT champs -- Dm, 07:44:46 04/03/18 Tue

The FB page for the feis (NT) -- posted last night, 07:55:01 04/03/18 Tue

It might be me, I cannot seem to find the Prelim and Open Schedule. (NT) -- What am I missing?, 12:33:24 04/03/18 Tue

I don’t see the champ stages. They were there last night but not now. (NT) -- Pls post champs, 12:34:31 04/03/18 Tue

There was a mistake before, but now they're back :) (NT) -- ginger mom, 16:00:59 04/03/18 Tue

CT schedule says U9 U10 Open concurrent, Feisweb shows combined? (NT) -- Since when are 3 round comps with 6 each combined?, 17:43:12 04/03/18 Tue

Subject: Heading to ORLANDO for NANS? Check out the raffle opportunity from the Murray Academy Feis!

Author:
Murray Feis Fundraising Committee
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Date Posted: 17:09:49 04/02/18 Mon

The Murray Feis is offering a new and exciting raffle opportunity for 2018!!
The winner will receive the choice between TWO 2-Day Park Hopper tickets to either Walt Disney World OR Universal Studios in Orlando Florida. Use them while you are traveling for Nationals or A family vacation!!
Ticket Cost: $20.00
Drawing will be at the Murray Feis, May 20, 2018
Winner need not be present to win.
Contact: Murrayfeisraffle1@gmail.com to reserve your ticket
Don’t Wait….. ONLY 250 tickets will be sold!
All raffle proceeds to benefit non profit parent booster group Cara Rince

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Subject: Does Liam Harney still teach anywhere? Just curious if he teaches anywhere here or if he lives in San Diego.

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Older dancer
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Date Posted: 11:41:24 04/02/18 Mon

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Subject: Murray Feis! Last day for the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: If you complete your registration by April 2, 2018, you will receive a 50% discount on the Family Fee.

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 08:13:21 04/02/18 Mon

New this year!!! We are excited to announce our NEW same-day SECOND CHANCE COMPETITIONS for all Prizewinners & Preliminary Champions. The first and second chance competitions will have different judges. SAVE time and money while extending the fun of the day!

Our competitions will be held in beautiful and spacious Sanborn Regional High School, which has ample parking. We will have delicious, nutritious and reasonably priced food, excellent service, and friendly volunteers. Add our great judges and musicians, (all will be posted on our website), terrific awards and appearances by Murray the Moose, and we anticipate good times for all!

We are joining the 2018 celebration of the Irish language through our NEW art competition (no fee for entry). We will also be running a raffle limited to 250 chances for two 2-day Park-Hopper tickets for either Walt Disney World or Universal Studios in Orlando, FL (winner need not be present to purchase or win).

We invite you to check out our syllabus on: https://cararince.weebly.com/murray-academy-feis.html or go to https://feisweb.com/ We hope you will make the Murray Academy Feis part of your plans this May 20. We look forward to a great day of dancing and community with you!

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Subject: newer mom here, wnat is the path to worlds..through the o? through nationals? young dd inspired this past week, thx!!!!

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Qualification for the Worlds -- Hope this helps!, 09:07:41 04/02/18 Mon

Subject: Stage schedules for gray or Lenihan? Trying to plan double weekend

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Date Posted: 05:39:15 04/02/18 Mon

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Stage schedules for NE feiseanna are generally posted here by the Wednesday night prior to the feis at the latest. If your dancer is in prelim or champs, you could look at last year's results on FeisWeb, which all have tabulation times listed. That would give you some idea of how things have gone in the past. (NT) -- hth, 05:53:29 04/02/18 Mon
Gray has a general schedule posted on their syllabus (NT) -- ..., 06:47:32 04/02/18 Mon
Lenihan -- hth, 09:17:19 04/02/18 Mon
Gray is posted on their FB page (NT) -- Doubling up here too, 04:38:31 04/03/18 Tue

Subject: Hansen Keohane Feis is still accepting entries with no late fee

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HK committee
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Date Posted: 04:17:22 04/02/18 Mon

We hope you can join us on April 15th for our feis.

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First time attending this feis - will you be emailing confirmations once you receive entries in the mail? (NT) -- ? thank you, 07:37:58 04/02/18 Mon
HK feis -- committee, 05:06:22 04/04/18 Wed

Subject: Back to Back Feis- Bracken School of Irish Dance

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Bracken Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 06:08:10 03/31/18 Sat

Two Feisanna, One Weekend! Bracken School of Irish Dance

In an effort to get the feis schedule out to everyone as early as possible we have moved up our last day of registration for both the Bracken Blackout Feis and Bracken School Feis to midnight TUESDAY, APRIL 17th. Please make a note and get your registrations in now at feisweb.com

Hoping for your 2nd first to get you to Open before the May 1st deadline and your last chance to qualify for Nationals before the cutoff? Join us the last weekend of April for not just 1 but two chances.

We are offering 2 separate feis' on the same weekend. One being our 1st ever Blackout Feis Saturday April 28 (no dresses, no wigs, no bling & no stress!)

And our 3rd annual Bracken School Feis, Sunday April 29th.

You can register for both on Feisweb.com and you can find the syllabus for both days and FAQ's for our blackout feis on brackenirishdanceboston.com

We've got dancers from as far away as Arizona and Nova Scotia to join in the fun and we hope to see you there as well!

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After April 17th is there a late fee or is the late fee before now... (NT) -- Curious, 10:43:59 04/01/18 Sun

late fee -- Bracken Feis Committee, 06:22:51 04/02/18 Mon
Update on late fees -- Bracken Feis Committee, 07:27:40 04/06/18 Fri

Subject: Anyone doing hair and makeup at NANs? Daughter dances Saturday

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Thanks Dance mom
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Subject: Dress sale at Connecticut Irish Dance Championships

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Nicole
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Date Posted: 14:05:41 03/30/18 Fri

Looking for info on dress sale. Will this Feis have a dress sale?

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Subject: New England U16 Girls at Worlds

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NE Mom
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Date Posted: 07:52:53 03/29/18 Thu

Congratulations to all of our New England U16 Girls who danced beautifully at the World Championships Yesterday! Well done, everyone.

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Subject: Murray Feis! 4 Days left for the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: If you complete your registration by April 2, 2018, you will receive a 50% discount on the Family Fee.

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 07:21:45 03/29/18 Thu

Time is running out for the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: If you complete your registration by April 2, 2018, you will receive a 50% discount on the Family Fee.

New this year!!! We are excited to announce our NEW same-day SECOND CHANCE COMPETITIONS for all Prizewinners & Preliminary Champions. The first and second chance competitions will have different judges. SAVE time and money while extending the fun of the day!

Our competitions will be held in beautiful and spacious Sanborn Regional High School, which has ample parking. We will have delicious, nutritious and reasonably priced food, excellent service, and friendly volunteers. Add our great judges and musicians, (all will be posted on our website), terrific awards and appearances by Murray the Moose, and we anticipate good times for all!

We are joining the 2018 celebration of the Irish language through our NEW art competition (no fee for entry). We will also be running a raffle limited to 250 chances for two 2-day Park-Hopper tickets for either Walt Disney World or Universal Studios in Orlando, FL (winner need not be present to purchase or win).

We invite you to check out our syllabus on: https://cararince.weebly.com/murray-academy-feis.html or go to https://feisweb.com/ We hope you will make the Murray Academy Feis part of your plans this May 20. We look forward to a great day of dancing and community with you!

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Subject: Is it gaffers tape that if put on the bottom of the HS it will help not mark up a school stage or floor? Thanks!

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Date Posted: 09:25:45 03/28/18 Wed

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Yes, gaffer's tape is the one. (NT) -- love that stuff!, 16:42:02 03/28/18 Wed

White duct tape also works. (NT) -- ---, 19:06:46 03/28/18 Wed

but it leaves a super sticky mess on your shoes, and it's more slippery (NT) -- hth, 22:09:19 03/28/18 Wed

Black gaffer's tape will definitely leave marks. White gaffer's tape will not. (NT) -- hth, 10:41:25 04/04/18 Wed

Subject: Can someone please tell me the size of the crystals that are on buckles generally my young Dd has lost a few

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Date Posted: 17:52:35 03/27/18 Tue

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Subject: Why does Irish dance allow so many dancers to make it to Nationals and Worlds? In many other sports it is the top 3/5 from their region country .....

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Date Posted: 13:52:59 03/27/18 Tue

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They need to make money to pay for judges etc. (NT) -- My guess, 16:44:24 03/27/18 Tue

If they went to a straight percentage of dancers from each qualifier, smaller regions would lose WQ and I’m sure there would be many unhappy people. (NT) -- NER would lose out, 23:22:31 03/27/18 Tue

I think the person meant top five only like other sports not a percent (NT) -- jj, 09:34:05 03/28/18 Wed

I think that would be very unfair to the large regions. Personally I think they should move oireachtas to July and nationals to November. Then make dancers qualify for nationals at oireachtas and worlds at nationals. (NT) -- :), 15:22:26 03/28/18 Wed

Or maybe it should be Oireachtas in April, Nationals in July as it already is, and then Worlds in November. (NT) -- idk, 16:43:52 03/28/18 Wed
Would love regionals in July, so much better for teens and college kids. (NT) -- Djfh, 19:08:19 03/28/18 Wed

Subject: Shea-Jennings Feis is open for entries on www.efeis.com

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sj feis secretary
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Date Posted: 10:21:42 03/27/18 Tue

May 5, 2018
Union County College, Cranford, NJ

Sashes for Prelim/Open Champs, round medals,

SAT age groups will be scheduled later in the day.

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Have you selected the adjudicators? Can you post them? (NT) -- dm, 07:41:55 03/29/18 Thu

Subject: Worlds... Trying to understand results do all who recall get something? the results list medal holders to top 50 percent. Do the recalls go to awards? how does it work

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Date Posted: 13:40:04 03/26/18 Mon

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Everyone who recalls gets a recall medal. Top % of recallers become world medal holders. (NT) -- Top 5 get globes. :), 15:50:26 03/26/18 Mon

The recall medal looks different than a World medal. Ironically a World medal is smaller than a recall medal, but it is by far, my dd's most treasured medal of all time. WMHs also get a small crystal globe. -- hth, 09:16:52 04/19/18 Thu

Medal holders are not a percent - see syllabus! (NT) -- Mom, 18:01:02 03/26/18 Mon

Subject: Hansen keohane feis

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Date Posted: 17:09:31 03/25/18 Sun

Is this feis still accepting entries, don't see deadline date. Thx

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It says on the syllabus, $15 late entry fee April 2 - 5, if cap has not been reached. (NT) -- :), 17:51:55 03/25/18 Sun
Yes. We are still accepting entries. Look forward to you joining us for the feis (NT) -- Committee, 15:45:26 03/26/18 Mon

Subject: Dave Matthews fans: any good song my dd could dance to (ss or hs) for a surprise at a wedding thx

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Date Posted: 17:11:54 03/24/18 Sat

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Tripping billies -- —, 23:14:23 03/24/18 Sat
Ants marching -- —, 23:18:07 03/24/18 Sat

Tip: no need to put lines inside your post. It just causes readers to have to open it, expecting more info to be inside. (NT) -- board reader, 11:38:23 03/25/18 Sun

Subject: Where do you get your school gear from? ie shorts, skorts, T-shirt’s , warmup gear etc

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Dance mom
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Date Posted: 18:58:35 03/23/18 Fri

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Local screen printer and emroiderer - small business helping local business (NT) -- Us, 19:00:29 03/23/18 Fri
GTM Sportswear. They will set up a private school page so everyone can order directly (NT) -- Hth, 18:36:53 03/24/18 Sat
thank you (NT) -- dance mom, 04:31:56 03/26/18 Mon

Subject: Grade exams

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Shauna
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Date Posted: 15:09:27 03/23/18 Fri

Hello! I am looking to start taking my grade exams but do not see many postings about any. Does anyone know of any Feis’s that are having them or schoolshosting? It would be great in the New England region, but willing to travel. Just looking to take the first set as soon as possible.

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I don't know of any coming up in NE. There is a post on the MAR board, buried under the horrible spam there. I'll type the info inside so you won't have to hunt for it. -- hope this helps, 18:12:27 03/23/18 Fri
DBBA has offered them at their last two feiseanna. Probably will again at ICC feis in June. (NT) -- In a similar boat, 12:40:44 03/24/18 Sat

Subject: Two Feisanna, One Weekend! Bracken School of Irish Dance

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Bracken Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 11:27:39 03/22/18 Thu

Hoping for your 2nd first to get you to Open before the May 1st deadline and your last chance to qualify for Nationals before the cutoff? Join us the last weekend of April for not just 1 but two chances.

We are offering 2 separate feis' on the same weekend. One being our 1st ever Blackout Feis Saturday April 28 (no dresses, no wigs, no bling & no stress!)

And our 3rd annual Bracken School Feis, Sunday April 29th.

You can register for both on Feisweb.com and you can find the syllabus for both days and FAQ's for our blackout feis on brackenirishdanceboston.com

We've got dancers from as far away as Arizona and Nova Scotia to join in the fun and we hope to see you there as well!

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Subject: Grey

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Dm
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Date Posted: 10:28:46 03/22/18 Thu

Does anyone know when u18 danced at Gray last year? Tried to arrange a family dinner

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In the FeisWeb feis results archive it says OC U18 was tabulated at 1:37 p.m. (NT) -- hope that helps, 19:41:16 03/22/18 Thu

Subject: iFeis iPad Adjudicator App

Author:
Win@iFeis.net
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Date Posted: 22:38:12 03/21/18 Wed

As we refine the iFeis user experience, we continue to set the bar and develop new functionality. We are excited to announce development of an iFeis iPad Adjudicator App. Leveraging an iPad with the Apple pencil and an app developed exclusively by iFeis, the new app seamlessly merges the iPad Pro and scoring using handwriting recognition. Working with ADCRG’s during its development, we expect to begin “Reel” world testing soon, with plans to offer the option to adjudicators in 2018. Take a look at iFeis.net or email to find out more about the advantages of iFeis. See the iFeis Adjudicator iPad at https://youtu.be/KcfP6CRIR_s

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Subject: Good Luck to all New England girls and boys going to worlds this weekend. Leave it all on the stage and have fun

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Boston Mom
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Date Posted: 17:48:50 03/21/18 Wed

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Subject: Horgan Feis?

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SouthernMom
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Date Posted: 11:52:00 03/21/18 Wed

Any word on if/when this Feis will open this spring? It’s one of our favorites & we were sad the winter feis was canceled. Hoping this one is a go!

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not happening..heard from a very reliable source (NT) -- intheknow, 18:20:51 03/21/18 Wed

Subject: Murray Feis - Time is running out for the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: If you complete your registration by April 2, 2018, you will receive a 50% discount on the Family Fee.

Author:
Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 07:00:44 03/21/18 Wed

New this year!!! We are excited to announce our NEW same-day SECOND CHANCE COMPETITIONS for all Prizewinners & Preliminary Champions. The first and second chance competitions will have different judges. SAVE time and money while extending the fun of the day!

Our competitions will be held in beautiful and spacious Sanborn Regional High School, which has ample parking. We will have delicious, nutritious and reasonably priced food, excellent service, and friendly volunteers. Add our great judges and musicians, (all will be posted on our website), terrific awards and appearances by Murray the Moose, and we anticipate good times for all!

We are joining the 2018 celebration of the Irish language through our NEW art competition (no fee for entry). We will also be running a raffle limited to 250 chances for two 2-day Park-Hopper tickets for either Walt Disney World or Universal Studios in Orlando, FL (winner need not be present to purchase or win).

We invite you to check out our syllabus on: https://cararince.weebly.com/murray-academy-feis.html or go to https://feisweb.com/ We hope you will make the Murray Academy Feis part of your plans this May 20. We look forward to a great day of dancing and community with you!

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Subject: Lenihan Feis

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 13:23:43 03/19/18 Mon

Now that St. Patrick's Day madness is ending, just a quick reminder that our entry due date is approaching. Please get your check in the mail on or before March 23 to avoid paying the $15 late fee. Remember we charge the late fee based on the postmark date on your envelope, not by the date you entered online. Thanks and see you April 8!

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Subject: Lenihan School Annual Feis Room Block

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 13:10:12 03/14/18 Wed

The hotel block for the Lenihan Feis is now open at the Trumbull Marriott. Please call 1-800-682-4095 and ask for the Lenihan School of Irish Dance room block or visit https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/bdrct-trumbull-marriott-merritt-parkway/ and enter the code "lenlene" in the special offers and discounts field. Please book your room by 3/27 to take advantage of the special $99 rate!

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Subject: 4 more days to confirm your entry in the CNY Feis and become eligible for the $100 cash drawing!

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CNY Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 21:30:30 03/13/18 Tue

Visit us at www.cnyfeis.com or enter on Feisweb. Entries must be paid in full by 3/17/2018

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Subject: Anyone know the next feis that Feis Fayre will be at? Thank you!

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Date Posted: 15:11:55 03/13/18 Tue

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Gray feis (NT) -- Feis Fayre, 09:14:41 03/14/18 Wed

Subject: What do people recommend for dance flooring? I have a small office I’d like to turn into a practice room. It’s currently carpet over concrete. Thanks in advance!

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Similar set up in finished basement. We added hardwood over carpet with plywood on top of that, then shower pan liner over plywood. (NT) -- hth, 08:57:05 03/13/18 Tue
there used to be directions out there for sprung floor. Don't put anything directly on concrete, it's terrible for feet/legs (NT) -- was Beauregard, 11:34:41 03/13/18 Tue

Funny, I thought of those Zebadiah and Beauregard instructions earier when I first saw OP's post. I thought he had taken them down but I found them. We built this floor in our garage for dd. Nobody should ever dance on concrete; quickest way to get painful shin splints. OP, link inside to Z and B's instructions: -- old mom, 13:41:09 03/13/18 Tue

We're thinking of pulling up the carpet (planning to do anyway bc it's old) and putting down laminate flooring. If we put marley over it, do you think it's enough that there's foam insulation then floor then marley or still bad on joints? (NT) -- Thanks!, 19:15:52 03/13/18 Tue

Nope. (NT) -- You’ve got to create airspace for spring and cushioning., 21:22:53 03/13/18 Tue

Well that makes me concerned more generally about future injury. My daughter dances multiple times a week and her school definitely just has a regular floor, not air sprung. (NT) -- Uh oh, 08:37:57 03/14/18 Wed

On concrete?? (NT) -- Yikes!!!, 10:34:32 03/14/18 Wed

Wood floor over concrete slab (NT) -- Insulation between them but don’t think air sprung, 15:36:44 03/14/18 Wed

Is the wood laid directly on top of the concrete, or are there a couple of inches in between? If the former I would not let my child dance there. Dd used to attend a school with multiple locations. One location was a church basement. I never allowed her to attend any classes there. I noticed that some girls who attended most of their classes there seemed to have a lot of injuries. (NT) -- injury prevention, 16:14:03 03/14/18 Wed

It’s shocking how some TCs don’t care about the safety of their dancers. Dancers should absolutely not be dancing on concrete and tiled floors. (NT) -- DM, 07:52:54 03/15/18 Thu

We have carpet over cement in our basement... we set up a small practice area using these foam interlocking squares... then put a piece of wood over it and the. Shower pan liner over the wood. Works well for sound and safe on legs.. (NT) -- Mom, 20:14:54 03/18/18 Sun

Subject: Lenihan School Annual Feis Adjudicators

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 09:28:08 03/12/18 Mon

Adjudicators for our feis are:

Kerry Broderick A.D.C.R.G., NY
Sheila Cloherty A.D.C.R.G., MA
Frank Cunniffe A.D.C.R.G., NJ
Michael Fitzpatrick A.D.C.R.G., MA
James Friel A.D.C.R.G., NJ
Donny Golden A.D.C.R.G., NY
Pat Hall A.D.C.R.G., CO
Brendan O'Brien A.D.C.R.G., Ireland
Maggie Ritnour A.D.C.R.G., NY
Christina Ryan-Kilcoyne A.D.C.R.G., PA

Hotel block information will be out shortly. See you April 8!

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We are pleased to add Maureen Greene'O'Leary A.D.C.R.G., MA, Amy Siegel Loxley A.D.C.R.G, NJ, and John O'Keefe A.D.C.R.G., CT to this list. (NT) -- Feis Committee, 21:18:38 03/13/18 Tue
Would any NE feis be complete without Maureen and John ?? (NT) -- Over it, 11:43:28 03/14/18 Wed

LOL! I was just going to post the same thing! (NT) -- DM, 07:47:13 03/15/18 Thu

Subject: Hansen Keohane Feis

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HK committee
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Date Posted: 17:46:30 03/11/18 Sun

We hope you can join us for The Hansen Keohane Feis on April 15th in Dedham, MA. The feis syllabus is available on our website. There will be 3 rounds for Open, medal rounds, sashes and more. Mail your entry in soon.

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Are you having Feis Web tabulate again? That factors into our decision as dd prefers their marks sheets. (NT) -- please let us know, 05:18:16 03/12/18 Mon
Hk feis -- Committee, 19:55:17 03/14/18 Wed

Subject: Are there any Lynn Academy families here who know whether there will be a feis in May?

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Date Posted: 10:03:06 03/11/18 Sun

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It’s on the NAFC site for May, and their school website has info for the May date -- hth, 18:55:25 03/11/18 Sun

Thanks, I checked the other day and it was still 2017 info. They must have updated recently. Good to know! (NT) -- Not OP, but thank you, 20:30:16 03/11/18 Sun

Also now on Feisweb with a May date! (NT) -- 1, 05:49:36 03/12/18 Mon

Subject: Are DBBA and Sullivan associated from doing a workshop with Tara McConomy together?

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Curious and unsure of assoc rules
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I would think so, unless CLRG has ruled this particular workshop an "open workshop" which would not create an association. They had to do that for Camp Rince Ceol years ago. (NT) -- old timer, 16:35:49 03/10/18 Sat
I'm sure the dancers in the schools would know (NT) -- Which is really all it affects, correct?, 08:38:19 03/11/18 Sun

Yes which is why I said that I’m curious. Nobody obliged to answer but it’s an Irish Dance Message Board and I’m curious about assoc rules so I used a real life example (NT) -- OP, 15:17:22 03/11/18 Sun

You seem to know a lot of the details. Why do you care? (NT) -- NS mum, 19:10:44 03/11/18 Sun

Not the OP, but people are allowed to ask questions about NE Irish dance schools on the NE Irish dance message board and they don't have to explain their reasons to you or to me. (NT) -- might be simple curiosity, 20:07:16 03/11/18 Sun

Thank you. Genuinely curious to understand for my own future and a real life example seemed best way to ask. No bad intentions or bashing of any schools involved. (NT) -- OP, 12:56:00 03/12/18 Mon

Anyone on Facebook saw the details, which sparked my curiosity as far as rules/future opportunities (NT) -- OP, 12:54:58 03/12/18 Mon

One of DBBA teachers has been teaching at SS for a year. I’m sure it all above board. Why do people always attack this school? (NT) -- DDM, 13:18:14 03/12/18 Mon

Smh -- smh, 14:28:16 03/12/18 Mon
They asked a question and didn’t say one critical word. If responders can’t be helpful at least don’t stir the pot. -- Smh, 14:31:19 03/12/18 Mon
Never questioned if it’s above board, nor did I say one critical word. If they’re putting it on their Facebook for the world to see, sure it’s all legit. More inside. -- OP, 16:25:03 03/12/18 Mon

Subject: Probably a really stupid question from a new parent do all boys who go to nationals automatically qualify for worlds because their numbers are so low in general

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Date Posted: 15:17:08 03/10/18 Sat

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No! (NT) -- Mom, 17:17:33 03/10/18 Sat
If there are 5 or less in group, they all qualify. If there are 6 up to 10, only top 5 do (NT) -- Hth, 19:37:51 03/10/18 Sat
Depending upon the age, there are usually enough at NANS to have some not even recall (NT) -- Recalling at NANS is NOT a sure thing for boys like it is at O's!, 08:10:20 03/12/18 Mon

And even at Oireachtas, not all recalled boys place, therefore don’t qualify for NANs. (NT) -- Saw it happen this year., 08:46:28 03/12/18 Mon

I can understand why one would ask.. Some boys events at O this year had ONE Competitor... one could agree it can be easier for a boy to make it to Worlds bu the Judges are good about not moving them to open or prelim unless they can dance :) fair enough (NT) -- ss, 12:07:29 03/12/18 Mon

Subject: Does anyone know if Horgan is happening?

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Subject: What are your school's requirements to move to prelim? Curious about how different it might be at different schools.

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Date Posted: 15:56:00 03/07/18 Wed

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Our school requires 1 hard shoe 1 soft shoe first. -- more inside, 16:31:52 03/07/18 Wed

That makes sense. Prelim is a huge change from the grades and many dancers struggle with stamina if they are not used to doing 3 steps without stopping. (NT) -- it was an adjustment, 16:37:05 03/07/18 Wed

That is what happened to my dancer. Had the firsts by the second Feis in Prizewinner, but stayed 6 months. Parents complained all the time, wanted my dancer to move up. (NT) -- Need the time to work on things, 11:44:13 03/08/18 Thu

Glad that your dancer stayed. Some seem to think that getting to Prelim quickly is important- and some skip over necessary levels in order to do so. Grades is the most fun! Enjoy it while you can - you really don't gain anything by moving too quickly to Prelim - especially if you don't move up to Open before the second batch of Prelims (that took the time to perfect technique) come calling... (NT) -- ., 07:11:44 03/09/18 Fri

Two firsts in each soft and hard shoe dance. (NT) -- /, 16:32:31 03/07/18 Wed

Same here - 2 per dance for the core 4 dances (R/SJ/TJ/HP). (NT) -- Flex for 1 first + multiple 2nds in one dance and 2+ firsts in all others., 19:44:21 03/07/18 Wed

At least one first in each dance.. Trad does not count.. even after all the firsts they make us complete the whole year and switch after doing trad at O.. Many do well at O and place in 1st prelim comp (NT) -- dd, 08:08:22 03/08/18 Thu
Multiple 1st in each dance except trad ... kids that move up with with a few first will probably sit there in Prelim and not place .. dancers with multiple 1st in PZ do well in prelim thos who move too fast dont place, just frustrated and retire (NT) -- dd, 08:12:08 03/08/18 Thu
yes our school in past moved some too quickly and they never placed:( better to really be ready (NT) -- opmom, 08:45:26 03/08/18 Thu
4 firsts in PW- RL, Sj, HP and TJ. And required to dance all 4 at feises until that last one is achieved. DD had 17 firsts spread out among 3 dances while waiting for that last one in SJ. Numerous seconds and TC wouldn't let move. (NT) -- Finally got it, 10:21:50 03/08/18 Thu

AP- Didn't read right - 1 first in each of the 4 above dances. (NT) -- 😳, 10:23:08 03/08/18 Thu

some cleary move too fast.. Many PZ dancers are way btter than the bottom Prelim Dancers... and now you can see their scores at O online (NT) -- dd, 13:40:00 03/08/18 Thu
4 firsts in each dance for a total of 16, ugh (NT) -- So many 2nds, 07:42:39 03/09/18 Fri

Wow that is a lot of required 1st! (NT) -- NE Mom, 09:36:24 03/09/18 Fri
That's crazy. Also somewhat pointless, imho. Dd's school just requires 1 hard shoe and 1 soft shoe 1st. It took her about 3 months, which was 3 feises, to start placing in PC but we noticed that some of the kids from schools that require so many PZ 1sts were not doing better than she was. It took her a little less than 2 years to get to OC. PZ firsts are no guarantee of PC success. (NT) -- in our experience, 17:16:05 03/09/18 Fri

THREE FIRSTS IN EACH DANCE (NT) -- CRAZY I KNOW, 14:52:00 03/09/18 Fri

Our region (MidAmerica) requires a 1st in each of the four core dances. Some schools require two 1sts. Personally, I don't think getting one HS 1st & one SS 1st is enough. PC can be brutal for some dancers (NT) -- OC MOM, 19:48:53 03/09/18 Fri

I moved up with one hard and one soft shoe first. Was in open in 18 months. Prelim is not brutal at all. Open champ, now that's brutal. (NT) -- dancer, 06:06:16 03/10/18 Sat

There are exceptions on each side of the bell curve - getting there with just a first in a HS and SS is really the bare minimum and most would be challenged in PC. (NT) -- --, 12:38:27 03/11/18 Sun

At my old school, it was a first in each core dance, however my teacher would override occasionally. I got all my firsts (multiple times over for a few) except my Slip Jig (which got multiple seconds) and she moved me up. I placed at my second prelim feis. She knew I was ready. (NT) -- The teacher should be able to make the final call, 08:38:50 03/10/18 Sat

Subject: You seem to be the one who can’t handle a different opinion. So sorry you don’t seem to understand that some people had a different experience than you. Now get over it.

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Who in the world are you talking to? Having a conversation with yourself? (NT) -- ?, 18:57:00 03/06/18 Tue

I'm thinking maybe no one else will. Or it's directed at conversation thread below. (NT) -- Someone needs to get the last word., 04:59:00 03/07/18 Wed

Subject: New England feis

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Fesiweb results & postings at feis don't match (Frustrated and unimpressed DM)
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Date Posted: 12:50:57 03/05/18 Mon

NOT a good experience yesterday at the Saugus feis. Maybe had we danced early in the day things would have been better? Out of the 5 dances that my daughter competed in, the judges changed 4 times, one judge being relieved of her duties seconds before the dancing was to begin (judge was pregnant). Another was complaining that he had a 5 1/2 journey ride home after the competition to the score of parents that had been waiting there since 3:15 for their children to dance.(it was after 5:00 pm) But...the kicker is that the posted feisweb results did not match the results posted on the walls at the competition!! My husband always chided me for taking a photo of the results on the wall but yesterday we found total discrepancies in the postings. It was only after looking at the feisweb results this morning that we saw the mistakes. Dancers be aware - how very unfortunate for all the dancers that this may have happened to yesterday. They work very hard to improve and move up classes - I understand that it may have been a long day for all but the dancers at the end of the day deserve the same respect from the judges that judge in the morning & afternoon sets.

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Afternoon was terrible. We almost skipped it bc of storm damage. I wish we had. (NT) -- :(, 13:00:40 03/05/18 Mon

Saugus feis -- Frustrated & unimpressed, 14:30:14 03/05/18 Mon

It wasn’t “my” feis. I meant we almost didn’t go to it bc if storm and power issues but chose in the end to go. I wish we’d skipped it altogether bc it was a bad experience. (NT) -- ., 15:10:33 03/05/18 Mon

This was our feis. Every school was asked to provide volunteers. How many stepped up? The feis followed a storm that resulted in many judges not arriving. The ADCRG's in our region stepped up to judge, but, if they were there, they also had dancers competing,so there was some juggling to avoid conflicts. Sounds like this caused confusion later in the day, but I am sure the volunteers that did show up did the best that they could. Funny to see parents complain, when so few stepped up to help. (NT) -- DM, 13:14:00 03/05/18 Mon

I understand what you are saying. I am wondering where the call for parent volunteers was posted. I have see. Sign up geniuses before for previous competitions . Not being snarky, honestly curious if I missed it. (NT) -- Curious, 13:39:01 03/05/18 Mon

Pretty sure that something went out to teachers. Everyone is busy - parents, teachers and the storm was tough on many. I get it that not everyone can help all the time, but for a feis that is supposed to be run as a community and build good will among schools, it seems that we shouldn’t come on here and complain about something that we are supposed to be doing together. (NT) -- DM, 13:48:39 03/05/18 Mon

People spend a lot of money to enter a feis...it is alarming that there were inconsistencies in the results (NT) -- ... (Surprised), 14:24:39 03/05/18 Mon
New England Teachers Feis -- Region Feis, 15:38:37 03/05/18 Mon

🔼🔼🔼THIS🔼🔼🔼 (NT) -- Least helpful are usually loudest complainers!, 15:47:37 03/05/18 Mon

New England Teachers Feis -- My teacher volunteered, 16:18:26 03/05/18 Mon

Please cut them a break. The Feis hosts hired some judges from aboard, but their flights were canceled because of weather. Please do not complain unless you’re (NT) -- willing to step up!, 16:39:23 03/05/18 Mon
I was the volunteer at the results table when you approached, and yes there was confusion because the computer had frozen on prior competitor. When you brought it to our attention the results on the wall were different, we very quickly confirmed results with tabulator and handed your dd her medals; it only took a minute, but I truly apologize for the angst it caused you and your dancer (NT) -- parent volunteer, 17:59:25 03/05/18 Mon

Thanks for volunteering! (NT) -- DM, 18:29:35 03/05/18 Mon

As a volunteer at this feis....there were not enough of us during the day X5. The volunteers and student helpers that were there were trying to cover several jobs, long after they were supposed to be done. Yes, it got dicey, especially in the afternoon. But the fault falls on ALL of us, as members of this Region, so next year lets all make sure we look for that volunteer list and more importantly, SIGN UP. (NT) -- one volunteer with sore legs :D, 18:53:58 03/05/18 Mon
Venue too smalll -- More, 20:29:52 03/05/18 Mon
I would love to help next year. First- either dry erase boards or easels with large pads of paper to list comps for each stage so parents know what comp each stage is on. Print out stage schedules and post them near the entrances of comp locations- prob could find someone to run a timely twitter feed as well how do we sign up for next year? I think a lot of us didn't hear about the volunteer opportunities! (NT) -- !, 06:31:38 03/06/18 Tue

quick add to the above -- ., 07:17:50 03/06/18 Tue

Really??!!! As a busy, working mom of 3 who volunteered at this feis for 7 hours on Sunday what impressed me most was the rudeness of many of the dance parents. Very few people said a simple "please"or "thank you" when being waited on by fellow dance parent volunteers! (MORE INSIDE) -- BE KIND! Life is too short., 08:30:41 03/06/18 Tue
Complainers always seem to be from one of the largest schools in NE. They no longer run a feis themselves as too much work but are very quick to complain about every feis they attend. (NT) -- Tired of it, 10:14:11 03/06/18 Tue

Really!!!?!!! On what basis do you make this inflammatory statement. How do you know who is complaining? Ridiculous - so tired of this finger pointing - any opportunity to take a shot at them - enough already. (NT) -- DM (Annoyed), 10:41:33 03/06/18 Tue

You obviously have not worked a feis before. (NT) -- The truth hurts. I speak from experience with these families., 11:36:36 03/06/18 Tue

I have worked plenty of feiseanna, thank you and volunteered in multiple capacities throughout the years. I happen to be one of "these families". Every other family I spoke with had nothing but nice things to say about the day. There are complainers in every school, so stop the stereotyping and pot-stirring. It's getting old. (NT) -- Very Tired, 12:10:06 03/06/18 Tue
These comments are just plain mean and not true. There are helpful people and complainers in every organization be it a dance school, business, or whatever. To target one school as the "complainers" is ridiculous, and reflective of the negativity in our world today. The good and bad exist everywhere. (NT) -- :(, 07:38:56 03/07/18 Wed

I DO AGREE they need a NEW venue... too corwed to watch and parking nightmare I question fire Codes... This would simply solve a lot.... (NT) -- Dance mom who had to stand for hours Sunday in a crowded gym, 12:10:45 03/06/18 Tue

I do agree they need a NEW VENUE too crowded... (NT) -- dd, 12:11:45 03/06/18 Tue

Danced in the morning and thought it was well run. -- DM, 09:32:35 03/08/18 Thu

Subject: New England Feis

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Date Posted: 09:37:01 03/05/18 Mon

Yesterday was a great feis! Awards came out quickly, floors were pretty good, awards ran quickly and smoothly, and the medals were beautiful! Definitely was worth the long drive! How was everyone else’s experience?

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Agreed - well run, great signage, fast awards and friendly volunteers. We will return next year! (NT) -- DM, 10:41:59 03/05/18 Mon
We did not enjoy it. -- More inside, 11:10:38 03/05/18 Mon

Yes, we were there mid morning and in the cafeteria. We are always happy when the schedule works in our favor - prefer to be first comp of the day at any feis. (NT) -- DM, 11:45:08 03/05/18 Mon

Very friendly volunteers, daughter said she really liked the floors in the gym and thought awards were great! Nice that the vendors were in the awards area too (NT) -- Great job committee!, 11:13:19 03/05/18 Mon
Not us. Novice comp was an hour and 40 minutes long with many last minute judge changes due to conflicts. Some girls had to redance a dance bc of the judging change. So disorganized and no room to breathe in that space. Won't do this one again. (NT) -- Should have delayed the feis season and waited for Bracken, 12:58:48 03/05/18 Mon

You do understand that judging changes had to be made to avoid conflicts because new judges had to unexpectedly step up to cover for those that couldn't get there because of the weather! You'd i'll be complaining if it had to get canceled though, right? (NT) -- Stop complaining, 14:40:06 03/05/18 Mon

The OP asked about people’s experiences so I gave mine. They had 8 year olds standing on stage for almost 2 hours. I would have loved the cancellation if it came with a refund. I’ve never liked this venue so this is just one more reason to pass on this feis in the future. If you had a good experience and liked the feis then great for you. Have a nice day. (NT) -- ., 15:17:34 03/05/18 Mon

If you have NEVER liked the venue then don’t do it. (NT) -- SMH, 15:50:00 03/05/18 Mon

Um gave it another shot at my child's request. Not sure why you care so much? We'll be one less family crowding the gym. (NT) -- Wow, 16:11:50 03/05/18 Mon

Well, thank heavens for that. Don’t let the door hit you on the way out. (NT) -- Bye Felicia, 16:55:15 03/05/18 Mon

Did that make you feel better? Why don’t you just be kind? (NT) -- Small minds, 04:35:48 03/06/18 Tue

I think people are tired of the complainers. I did see a lot that could have been improved upon, but I made my suggestions directly and in a kind way instead of coming here to trash people that worked really hard. (NT) -- Time to move on, 07:46:47 03/06/18 Tue

Thank goodness! Less whiny people to contend with (NT) -- Is always a plus! Please stay home, 18:36:57 03/05/18 Mon

But apparently there’s plenty of room for the rude and judgemental (NT) -- Someone had a bad experience at your feis. Deal with it, 04:32:47 03/06/18 Tue

Feis parent trolling -- Unhappy DM, 17:29:42 03/05/18 Mon

How do you attribute someone’s opposite opinion as bullying? If someone has a complaint, but does know the back story, they should be told. People constantly complain about every minute little thing. Yes, there were some problems, but it WAS dealt with, and apology was kindly given right on this board, so, (NT) -- Who’s bullying who?, 18:12:42 03/05/18 Mon

*doesn't know the back story (NT) -- <<18:18:25 03/05/18 Mon

Come on, ladies. It’s Lent. Do we need to argue over something that really doesn’t matter? Some people liked the feis; some didn’t. Move on. (NT) -- Small problems, 05:39:08 03/06/18 Tue

Subject: Judge coaching student

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So there was quite an event in Saugus today. A judge stopping the music to help her student she WAS JUDGING in U11 novice!!! So inappropriate. Anyone witness this?!

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A judge was judging her own student? That's not allowed. Stopping the music to coach your student not allowed either. Who was the judge? (NT) -- ?, 19:38:40 03/04/18 Sun
Who was the judge? (NT) -- *, 19:38:43 03/04/18 Sun
So what happened? Did the judge continue judging? (NT) -- Curious, 04:17:28 03/05/18 Mon
Did you report?? Because posting here will accomplish nothing but speculation (NT) -- DM, 08:15:42 03/05/18 Mon
Did she win? Hope so! (NT) -- ; ), 08:36:28 03/05/18 Mon
did not witness this. There was a point in the competition when the competition was stopped and the music was stopped and adjusted because the judges couldn't hear it over the cacophany of 60 + hard shoes hitting the floor. maybe the assumption was if the judges couldn't hear the music, the dancers couldn't hear the music? or maybe different stop of event is being referenced? as for a judge being the teacher of a dancer they were then judging-that would be shocking if it is accurate. (NT) -- ., 12:00:47 03/05/18 Mon

That's what I saw too. And I *heard* the judge in question specifically complain that the dancers couldn't hear the music. (NT) -- Not thrilled with the day but nothing untoward there, 18:45:05 03/08/18 Thu

I didn’t see that. At one point a judge realized she had a conflict and stopped the music to switch to a different stage iso she WOULDN’T judge her own student. Didn’t see any coaching? My dancer was on a different stage though so maybe I missed it. (NT) -- ., 15:22:07 03/05/18 Mon
I thought the feis was run by Clan Lir Academy and a few other schools? (NT) -- dd, 12:13:25 03/06/18 Tue

No. The Feis is run by the New England Irish Dance teachers. Clann Lir's teacher was one of three TCRG's who VOLUNTEERED to chair the event. (NT) -- Thanks to all of the New England teachers, 13:58:49 03/06/18 Tue

Subject: Didn’t see oldest prelim on FB - anyone know results?

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1) E Guzi - Inishfree 2) K Senna - Griffith 3) G Sweeney Beecher - Murray -- rest inside, 17:14:40 03/04/18 Sun

Subject: is the Horgan feis still happening in April?

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Date Posted: 13:44:27 03/04/18 Sun

it is still listed on the schedule

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Came here to ask the same. Looking for info but I don't see a syllabus online anywhere. (NT) -- MAR, 10:41:07 03/05/18 Mon

Subject: results being posted anywhere today pls?

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Subject: Gray feis

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Date Posted: 08:13:17 03/02/18 Fri

Is there a room block at the Hartford Hilton for this feis? A promo code?

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Re Gray Feis -- Ctdm, 06:50:24 03/03/18 Sat

Subject: Hard shoes

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Date Posted: 04:05:15 03/02/18 Fri

ISO size 2 1/2 hard shoes. Looking in and around Boston ( West Roxbury) so my daughter can try them on. Please email me. Thanks.

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Subject: New England Feis Still Happening?

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Date Posted: 11:10:51 03/01/18 Thu

Flying from the Mid America region and our airlines notified us of a likely cancellation due to weather. Is there any chance it would get moved to a different date?

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In the 10+ years of feising in New England, I have never seen a feis cancelled or moved to a different date because of a storm. My *guess* is that there is no chance it would get moved. Best to contact the feis directly for an answer: newenglandfeis@gmail.com (NT) -- Good luck with your travels!, 13:00:33 03/01/18 Thu
Nothing on the FB page at the moment, might be worth asking there (NT) -- https://www.facebook.com/2018NewEnglandRegionalFeis, 13:07:03 03/01/18 Thu
Storm is only supposed to last through Saturday morning. While I can see how it might impact a flight on Saturday, I don't think it will stick around long enough to affect the feis on Sunday. (NT) -- Good luck, and safe travels!, 13:10:18 03/01/18 Thu
Saugus area forecast is rain and wind; doubt the rain on Friday will affect the location for Sunday; but the wind may cancel some of the Saturday flights; highly doubt feis will get cancelled unless there is a power outage due to high winds on Saturday. (NT) -- hoping for the best, 13:24:49 03/01/18 Thu
Thank you everyone! I think we’ll save our flight credit and try to attend another feis. It’s just too risky and I’m not a fan of sleeping in airports 😂 (NT) -- Mid-Am dancer, 17:31:52 03/01/18 Thu

Sounds like a wise decision. I'm sorry it didn't work out for you. Always risky this time of year here. Perhaps you might like to use that credit for one of NE's double-feis or single-feis weekends. I'll list some we like inside. These are all FeisWeb feises, which is one thing we look for. -- Boston mom, 18:21:18 03/01/18 Thu

Really appreciate! (NT) -- Mid-Am dancer, 21:30:26 03/01/18 Thu

I'd recommend a double feis weekend if possible; if your dancer is in grades it will definitely feel different than MidAmerica feiseanna so it might help to have 2 shots at it. (details inside) -- Former MW mom, 19:51:53 03/07/18 Wed

Subject: The Garden State Feis schedule has been posted on our website: http://mariemooreirishdance.com/gardenstatefeis-2018/

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Subject: Worlds room available 3/29-4/2 at Point A Hotel Glasgow

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Double room available at Point A Hotel Glasgow from 3/29-4/2 (4 nights) for $327.45 USD. Amenities include free wifi and breakfast. The room was booked for one person, but up to 2 guests can be added for an additional fee with the hotel. Please contact if interested.

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Subject: Does anyone know if the larger grades groups for the New England Regional Feis will be split?

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Does not appear so from the schedule. What do you consider to be large? (NT) -- . . ., 16:38:07 02/27/18 Tue

Subject: It's on please explain when do switch to contemporary set vs trad set is it an age thing or a level thing thank you

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Level + age - U9 and below trad set regardless of level. U10+ contemporary set in Prelim/Open. (NT) -- HTH, 09:36:16 02/27/18 Tue

Subject: Hansen Keohane Feis?

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Date Posted: 19:35:31 02/26/18 Mon

NAIDC lists Hansen Keohane feis as 4/15/18 but no info on website....is this feis happening?

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Syllabus on Heavey-Quinn site under Feis News. (NT) -- strange that they have it and HK’s site doesn’t ..., 20:44:23 02/26/18 Mon

Weirdly, HK still has the 2017 syllabus up. (NT) -- very strange, 04:47:48 02/27/18 Tue

I got it off feis411 (NT) -- HTH, 05:17:05 02/27/18 Tue
How does one sign up for this feis? (NT) -- ?, 08:04:19 02/27/18 Tue

It’s a mail in... go to heavey Quinn website (NT) -- HTH, 08:17:33 02/27/18 Tue

Thanks so much! :) (NT) -- It did help!, 08:18:18 02/27/18 Tue

Mail in form and check. Form is attached to syllabus. (NT) -- HTH, 08:18:55 02/27/18 Tue

Subject: Has the rule changed regarding two firsts in different years...are you still required to move immediately into open when winning your second first?

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Yes, you still must move immediately to OC for the next feis if your first were earned in different calendar years. The only exception is for a back-to-back feis weekend. If you earn your 2nd first on Saturday you do not have to trouble the feis committee to move you up the very next morning, but that is the only exception. I'm talking about NE dancers, of course, not MAR dancers who as we all know need 3 firsts. (NT) -- rules are for everyone, 16:23:15 02/26/18 Mon
People are not following the rules. Very unfair. (NT) -- Move along, 05:24:05 02/27/18 Tue

You should contact your TC? Have them give the feis committee a call? (NT) -- ., 06:10:40 02/27/18 Tue
Report them. You can contact any feis committee ahead of time so that the dancer is not embarrassed on the spot. The feis committee then contacts the dancer/parent to resolve the issue and correct the registration if need be. Failing that you can file a complaint while at the feis, but you must file it on the spot before the feis ends. (NT) -- both are effective from what I've seen, 16:26:34 02/27/18 Tue
Are you seeing this at feisanna or on FeisWeb? They may have signed up before they got the second 1st, so they may not have changed over their entry. If they show up and dance prelim when they should be Open then that that should be reported. (NT) -- hth, 18:12:38 03/01/18 Thu

Subject: Lenihan Feis Committee - please post the adjudicators! Won’t pay until we see the panel.

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Date Posted: 15:20:27 02/26/18 Mon

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If I'm not mistaken, they are required to post 3 weeks before the fris.d (NT) -- mom, 08:31:00 02/27/18 Tue

*feis. (NT) -- Sorry typo, 08:31:29 02/27/18 Tue

Subject: The 2018 New England Regional Feis Schedule is now available. Please visit our website for all details and information http://newenglandregion.wixsite.com/newenglandregionfeis/feis-schedule

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 17:10:26 02/25/18 Sun

Notes:
-Doors will open at 7:00 am.
-Please arrive early and be ready to dance 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
-Competitions will not begin earlier than 30 minutes before starting time.
-With the exception of Open Champions, competitions for boys/men and girls/women are combined.
-Prelim and Open Championships will start with heavy shoes first.

Social Media:
-All results will be posted on Facebook: 2018 New
England Regional Feis.

If you have any questions, please email newenglandfeis@gmail.com

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Subject: Anyone know if you can call to make a reservation at the hotel that is associated with the Cape Cod feis instead of e mailing your payment? Not super excited to put my CC# on an e mail

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Date Posted: 16:11:39 02/23/18 Fri

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maybe just call the hotel and ask? (NT) -- can't hurt. ;), 20:16:10 02/24/18 Sat
Form says to fax it or snail mail a check. No email (NT) -- HTH, 05:34:13 02/25/18 Sun

You are mistaken. The form says quite clearly, at the top and again at the bottom, to fax OR email. Link to form inside. -- reading is fundamental, 14:34:31 02/25/18 Sun

My goodness. Right underneath the email address it says: MAIL: form with check to the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, 35 Scudder Avenue, Hyannis, MA 02601. (NT) -- OR mail!!, 15:44:11 02/25/18 Sun
I apologize, I did read the form, I just wasn't clear in my response to you which was meant to be helpful. Rather than saying "No email" I should have said "No need to email" (NT) -- HTH, again, 17:05:04 02/25/18 Sun

Subject: I have questions about the New England Regional Feis on March 4th. I see that the 3 co-chairs are from the Brady Academy, Clann Lir and McFadden so I assume this feis is being hosted by these 3 schools only. But elsewhere on the syllabus they refer to themselves as "the New England Region Co-Chairs". Does this mean that this feis is hosted by all the NE schools? Or that these 3 TCs are now our regional directors?

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This Feis is run by all of the teachers in the New England Region. The three co-chairs have stepped up to volunteer as being in charge of the event. However, all New England schools and teachers are asked to volunteer and help out in some way. (NT) -- Feis, 06:46:41 02/23/18 Fri
Hope you enjoyed the Feis! Maybe next year you can volunteer to help out with other parents! (NT) -- Thank You!, 08:10:41 03/05/18 Mon

Subject: 2 Rooms Available for July 2 & 3 - In Block (Rosen Center)

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Date Posted: 14:16:19 02/22/18 Thu

Due to an unfortunate website mistake I ended up with 2 extra rooms, each one for 2 nights (july 2nd and 3rd).

If you are looking for a room in the block, I'll be happy to transfer these to your name.

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Subject: Hilton Orlando room

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Date Posted: 05:36:41 02/22/18 Thu

like many others, I'm in search of a room (in the block) at Orlando Hilton, 6/30 to 7/4. thanks in advance

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Subject: New England Teachers Feis... can you please let us know who the adjudicators are?

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Date Posted: 21:04:40 02/21/18 Wed

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They were posted to fb on 2/6 (NT) -- ., 22:05:37 02/21/18 Wed
Adjudicators inside. -- DD, 18:12:37 02/22/18 Thu

Subject: Look for a room at Hilton

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Date Posted: 16:34:20 02/21/18 Wed

Desperately looking for a double room at the Hilton Orlando June 30-July 5th.
Many thanks!

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There are rooms outside the block available until the 1st.... (NT) -- --, 17:21:03 02/21/18 Wed

Outside the block doesn't really help anyone--unless they are dying to pay $100 per person (including dancer) to get into the venue. In addition to the higher prices. (NT) -- Not what OP was looking for, is my guess, 19:43:25 02/21/18 Wed

Subject: Was anyone else not aware that the host was charging for $25.00 per person for any additional room guests over 2? I have a room with 2 beds but had to pay 50 a day for my other dancer and husband. Thats BS!!!!

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Same thing happened to me. So annoyed. And resort fee on top too? (NT) -- Broke mom, 10:47:32 02/21/18 Wed

They will probably fix it. IDTANA says no resort fee on their website. (NT) -- my room says no charge for 2-4 guests; wait a week and give them a call., 10:53:55 02/21/18 Wed

room extra -- room extra, 11:14:17 02/21/18 Wed
At least you got into the host hotel! Good luck ☘ (NT) -- Dm, 11:38:59 02/21/18 Wed
Hopefully they will fix it! -- NA, 13:33:09 02/21/18 Wed
Last year we were charged extra for DD and my son because we didn't specify they were children. We made sure to be specific this year. (NT) -- You will get charged for more than two if the others are adults, 16:50:12 02/24/18 Sat

Subject: Congratulations to Irene Horgan! As I was searching for information on the April Feis, I came across a Facebook post. Irene earned a PhD! Quite an accomplishment from a respected member of our community. Congratulations Irene!!

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Congratulations to a lovely lady!! (NT) -- Great achievement!, 13:18:06 02/20/18 Tue
That's wonderful! Congratulations to a lovely lady and wonderful human being. (NT) -- MA mom, 16:31:36 02/20/18 Tue
are there no more Horgan feis? love them! sad last nov/jan cancelled (NT) -- mom, 08:06:48 02/21/18 Wed

Subject: Feis na Nollag 2018

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Date Posted: 10:40:25 02/19/18 Mon

We were so happy to have you all in Brooklyn yesterday. It was a great day. We were humbled by everyone’s response to our small tribute to Irish Dancer, Cara Loughran. It was beautiful to see all of the dancers wear her name on their cards as they all danced. It was also beautiful to see how everyone embraced it and took it one step further. I’ve never seen so many people wear purple at once! Thank you! Thank you to Jeanne and Michael Farrel (Head for the World) for making hundreds of ribbons for our competitors and their families. We appreciate your good hearts! Today we are busy wrapping things up. All Grade Level Marks (Beginner, Advanced Beginner, Novice, Prizewinner) Will be emailed to the competitors. They will be sent to the email you used to register for Efeis. Please check your spam/junk mail and if should have questions regarding grades marks, they can be sent to goldenfeisresults at gmail dot com. As this process is manually entered, please allow time. Our connectivity at the venue was slim to none and we apologize that this was a task we could not begin at the feis. Preliminary and Open championship marks distributed as the respective competitions were resulted yesterday. Results for those competitions can be viewed at http://feisnanollag dot blogspot dot com. Champ award pics will also be posted today.

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Loved to see all the support for a fellow Irish dancer. Saw this link to a fundraiser for her family and was humbled by the amount of support she's getting. (NT) -- https://www.gofundme.com/IrishDanceLovefortheLoughrans, 22:58:35 02/19/18 Mon
NO THANKS! Poor quality made dresses, cheap crystals and embroidery frail! (NT) -- dissappointed, 19:14:55 02/24/18 Sat

This is a thread about the poor Irish dancer who was killed in Florida. Writing "NO THANKS!" on this thiread is disrespectful. (NT) -- in the extreme, 19:22:18 02/24/18 Sat

Subject: Win £1000.00 towards a brand new Elite Dance Deisgn Costume

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Date Posted: 09:55:23 02/19/18 Mon

Elite Dance Design have given us a voucher worth £1000.00 towards a brand new dance costume.
To be in with a chance of winning this you can purchase tickets from ;
https://dancelabel1.wixsite.com/mysite
Draw will take place at his years championships (4th March)

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Subject: Dress debate - why do we settle for less?

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Date Posted: 06:14:19 02/19/18 Mon

There is a post on the U.K. board about the best dresses at All Irelands - all of which are worn by Irish and U.K. dancers. I have observed over the years that US/NA dancers, even the best (unless they dance for the designer), receive inferior dresses. NA contributes an inordinate % of the dress designer revenue, yet receive a lesser product. It just seems crazy to me that we butter their bread but get the scraps. I am not saying we deserve more/better, the same quality and WOW factor would be nice.

How is it that a strong NA based design talent has not emerged to deliver the same/better quality and design?

Please keep names out of discussion. Really just looking to see if my observation is felt by others as well.

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Elevation -- Dance mom, 06:46:00 02/19/18 Mon

Couldn't agree more about Elevation.... excellent product and service. Our next dress will once again be from Elevation. (NT) -- DM, 08:07:50 02/19/18 Mon
My dd has had two Elevations in a row, and two Celtic Stars before that. The Elevations have been stunning and fit like a glove. -- Mom of OC, 13:37:08 02/20/18 Tue

I disagree. My daughter received two damn fine dresses from Rusing Star that both garnered a massive positive reaction both here and in the UK. The All Irelands is predominately attended by U.K. dancers however, perhaps that is why their new dresses seem to attract the most attention. (NT) -- Old mom, 10:05:44 02/19/18 Mon

Let's face it - overseas mums on the UK board are total homers. Nothing in NA will ever match up as far as they're concerned. I wouldn't take any of their posts as gospel about anything. -- Ugh, 13:39:42 02/20/18 Tue

Your observations are correct. Overseas designs vary greatly depending on IMO who the dress is for. -- More competition is a good thing, 20:04:39 02/19/18 Mon
Agree fully - dancer at the time required to buy Doire dresses - which in each case were very poorly made - embroidery not stay stitched, seams uneven, zippers not sewed in properly - but very expensive to buy (NT) -- open dance mom, 14:11:21 02/20/18 Tue
I agree we purchased a ID dress seams uneven and crystals, paid a fortune does not fit like a glove had to pay onece we receive dit to alter it never again Elevation or Gavin qulaity and service.. (NT) -- dd, 10:05:29 02/21/18 Wed
this might be a dumb suggestion but.. -- ?, 12:38:13 02/28/18 Wed
There is a N. American designer that is the same caliber as Elevations, Gavin, etc. Goldeneire in Columbus. -- More inside...., 19:58:43 03/09/18 Fri

Subject: Inishfree Feis

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Date Posted: 14:58:52 02/17/18 Sat

Registration for the Inishfree Feis on 2/25 has been extended through Wednesday 2/21.

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Subject: Bracken Blackout Feis

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Date Posted: 12:53:06 02/17/18 Sat

Hello Dance Friends,
We have posted FAQs including costume information on our website (brackenirishdanceboston.com) and our Bracken School Feis facebook page. This is the first time we are hosting a blackout feis so we appreciate your questions. We're sure we haven't thought of everything so if you still have questions after reading our FAQs please feel free to contact us directly by email or through facebook for a prompt response. We appreciate your patience as we continue to work through the details and will update the FAQs as needed. Please join us for what we hope will be a fun and relaxing day!

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Subject: Will there be an April Feis for Horgan?

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Subject: I am aware that the bracken black out feis says no bling, am I correct to assume my daughter cannot wear her shoe buckles?

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New mom on scene, trying to get ahold of a black out feis as I have never had my daughter compete in one. Are hair pieces aloud as long as they don't have diamonds on them? Thank you.

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To be safe, I would take the buckles off the shoes. No wigs allowed--so I would probably just use a bow with no bling at all in neatly tied back hair. I'm hoping the feis committee will put out a very detailed statement about what is and is not allowed (rather than the "no wigs, not costumes, etc. . . " that currently shows up on Feis web, as there are clearly lots of questions about this. (NT) -- My 2 Cents, 09:24:50 02/16/18 Fri
There is detailed information on their Facebook page regarding what is allowed and not allowed (NT) -- ..., 10:34:08 02/16/18 Fri
It says right on the syllabus that no wigs or hairpieces are allowed. Girls must wear tights. No clothing with school insignias can be worn. Any brand insignias must be unobtrusive. Costumes must meet CLRG requirements; i.e. collarbones must be covered. I think the committee has put out a lot of info already considering that this feis is still two and a half months away. We probably don't have to worry too much about whether buckles can or can't be on shoes quite yet. (NT) -- seriously, 16:11:37 02/16/18 Fri
OP here, I don't believe your "seriously" snarky comment is necessary. I'm sorry I have never taken my daughter to a black out feis and had a genuine question about the buckle situation. The first reply led me to there facebook page where the rules went deeper. Thank you to the kind people that helped, leave your snark comments at home for the others. (NT) -- Thank you., 09:03:34 02/17/18 Sat
Please see FAQs on our website and facebook page... -- Bracken Feis Committee, 13:00:40 02/17/18 Sat

Subject: New England Feiseanna and older open dancers

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As more and more dancers are staying in ID longer, doesn't it make sense to add additional older age groups in competitions. And don't give me the larger the numbers, the better. For instance in an upcoming feis there are 2 registered for U9, 6 registered for U10 and 10 for U11; shouldn't they be combined? Even doing so, there are still less than the 24 registered in the oldest comp which combines 5 age groups. Especially closer to majors, these dancers want to see how they compare to their own age, not the top 5 age groups. Have noticed many of the Mid-Atlantic feiseanna are offering U20 and 20+ groups. Maybe NE can follow suit as the oldest group historically is the largest group in most cases.

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You may be aware that quite often the younger age comps will be combined if they won't have enough dancers. You should also be aware, if you are feising at all, that many NE feis committees will split the oldest groups if they get a sufficient number of registrations. It doesn't make sense to offer the older splits on the syllabus because if numbers are low and a feis committee combines the older groups, those dancers scream bloody murder. (NT) -- in my experience, 16:02:02 02/16/18 Fri

I am quite aware that open comps are very rarely, if ever combined as there is no real reason to have 5 or more dancers; that being said, one would never expect the bottom 5 age groups to be combined; why is it okay to combine the top 5 age groups. Talk about screaming bloody murder, try combining 8 year olds with 12 year olds! (NT) -- just my opinion though, 04:52:54 02/19/18 Mon
As another senior lady who feises frequently in the NE region, I do not see competitions splitting the oldest age groups based on registrations. Shamrock Feis in February was 18&over with 18 dancers who competed, no split. And the Southern CT feis in November, right before the Oireachtas, had 34 entered and 29 who danced in open 18&over. Definitely should have been split that close to regionals. (NT) -- I agree with the OP!, 08:12:52 02/19/18 Mon

18 dancers isn't very many, and shouldn't be split. If split into tiny comps of 9 each, there's always the risk that there won't be 5 who show up. (NT) -- not a fan of splits anyway, 19:13:04 02/23/18 Fri

But no one needs 5 to show up for an open comp! I'd much rather dance against 3 dancers in my actual age group than 17 other dancers spread across four age groups. (NT) -- senior dancer, 12:03:59 03/06/18 Tue

I believe that more senior ladies and almost-seniors would register for local feisanna if the age groups were split on the syllabus -- consider it, 04:14:53 02/25/18 Sun

Nobody wants to dance in a comp with less than five dancers, even in OC. Honestly I don't see why some of the senior ladies fuss so much about the comps. I could see if it was 16+ like it used to be just a few years back, but with an 18+ group they are not having to compete with high schoolers. Broesler had an OC 20+ group yesterday. There were only 24 women registered, not a huge group. So they're not registering in droves when there's an older split. (NT) -- mom of senior lady, 06:38:44 02/25/18 Sun

Subject: The 2018 Murray Academy Feis, scheduled for Sun., May 20 in Kingston, NH, is open for registration on FeisWeb! We are excited to announce our NEW same-day SECOND CHANCE COMPETITIONS for all Prizewinners & Preliminary Champions. The first and second chance competitions will have different judges. SAVE time and money while extending the fun of the day! Also, please note our EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: If you complete your registration by April 2, 2018, you will receive a 50% discount on the Family Fee.

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Our competitions will be held in beautiful and spacious Sanborn Regional High School, which has ample parking. We will have delicious, nutritious and reasonably priced food, excellent service, and friendly volunteers. Add our great judges and musicians, (all will be posted on our website), terrific awards and appearances by Murray the Moose, and we anticipate good times for all!

We are joining the 2018 celebration of the Irish language through our NEW art competition (no fee for entry). We will also be running a raffle limited to 250 chances for two 2-day Park-Hopper tickets for either Walt Disney World or Universal Studios in Orlando, FL (winner need not be present to purchase or win).

We invite you to check out our syllabus on: https://cararince.weebly.com/murray-academy-feis.html or go to https://feisweb.com/ We hope you will make the Murray Academy Feis part of your plans this May 20. We look forward to a great day of dancing and community with you!

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Anyone else having trouble paying? I received a receipt from PayPal but Feisweb shows a balance. (NT) -- Confused, 09:29:23 02/15/18 Thu

We are aware of this problem and are working to fix it. Thanks. (NT) -- Murray Academy Feis Committee, 12:07:44 02/15/18 Thu

Yes, I assumed it was a problem when it showed no one had paid for their entries. There is a note on top of FeisWeb stating there may be issues in the next few days because of a change over. (NT) -- will patiently wait, 12:19:15 02/15/18 Thu

We are happy to report that our registration and payment via PayPal is now working properly. We hope to see you at our feis! (NT) -- Murray Academy Feis Committee, 20:48:24 02/16/18 Fri

I am loving these new feis ideas!! Haven’t seen one like this in the North East in my feising years. DD really looking forward to it!! (NT) -- Excited, 12:56:12 02/15/18 Thu

Subject: Of you when a 1st can you when a first again in second chance or are you out..How do second chance Feis Work must you enter the first Feis for the second. How are they timed out are they aln all day thing if you do both ?

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At the Murray Academy Feis, if you register for both the regular and second chance competitions for your level, you can compete in the second event, whatever your results in the first. You are free to -- Murray Academy Feis, 22:36:38 02/14/18 Wed

Subject: Long shot!

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Would anyone happen to know the music used in this awards presentation? I'm an Irish trad music fan in addition to being a dancer and have been looking for it for years, thought someone out there might recognize it. If anyone knows, thank you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTR6GpqUb48

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I don't know but try asking on thesession.org! I've gotten a lot of help there identifying obscure tunes/recordings! -- Trad fan/dancers, 13:20:26 02/14/18 Wed
Sounds like The Lark in the Morning (NT) -- Not exactly but close, might be a variation, 14:38:01 02/14/18 Wed
The Lark by Donal Lunny (NT) -- According to Shazam, 19:01:29 02/14/18 Wed
Thanks everyone! Love when Voy is helpful :) (NT) -- OP, 21:25:05 02/14/18 Wed
Lark in the Morning (NT) -- jig, 20:26:23 02/15/18 Thu

Subject: Inishfree Feis closes in 3 days!

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Don't miss out!! Five Champ stages...Five overseas Adjudicators!! Perpetuals for Prelims and Opens!! New age groups...Tiny Tots, U21 & 21 & Over!! We hope to see you there!

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Subject: For the BRacken Black out Feis can girls wear poddle socks with black leotard and skirt.. sylabus says tights.. Dancer hates tights

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I wrote an email to the feis secretary asking this question and received an answer of tights not poodle socks. (NT) -- HTH, 14:07:01 02/12/18 Mon
My dancer doesn't like them either but it's doable. Try having her wear black footie socks over the tights if her dance shoes feel too loose. If she feels like the tights will slip from the waist a pair of black dance panties can help with that. (NT) -- btdt, 16:17:42 02/12/18 Mon

Also - my dance likes to wear the little footie socks under the tigths. (NT) -- keeps shoes snug and can't see them, 19:06:20 02/12/18 Mon

I second the socks _under_ the tights. Makes the shoes fit tighter, and I don't like the feeling of the tights directly on my feet. (NT) -- ~e, 15:07:27 02/13/18 Tue

Ewww, dd hates tights w/blacks especially on stages with black curtains; very difficult to distinguish technique when all you see is a dancing head (NT) -- white socks fan, 07:00:21 02/15/18 Thu

Well the nice thing about this is it was clearly stated on the syllabus so anybody who had a problem with wearing tights had the option to skip this one. Personally I love a good blackout feis. You aren't giving the judges nearly enough credit; they are more than capable of distinguishing technique and I assure you they see the whole dancer, not a dancing head. (NT) -- so ridiculous, 16:10:09 02/15/18 Thu

black tights required -- Bracken Feis Committee, 09:40:20 02/15/18 Thu

This may be confusing since in the syllabus under rule 1 it says girls/ladies should wear black tights but rule 4 says no blind on socks -- Maybe clarify on the website?, 17:56:57 02/15/18 Thu

Should say *no bling on socks (NT) -- Sorry, 17:58:18 02/15/18 Thu
Exactly, why mention socks if they aren't allowed; will dancers wearing socks be turned away on day of feis? Will they be disqualified? Syllabus reads "should" but not "required." (NT) -- curious, 05:51:09 02/16/18 Fri

I have no issue with a"black out"Feis but to extend it to forcing dancers to wear tights? Ridiculous. Before you get your parnyies in a twist, no my dancer is not going., but not because of tights. (NT) -- A mom, 07:52:58 02/16/18 Fri

Nobody is "forcing" anyone to wear tights. If people don't like it then they don't have to attend and they can wear their socks at the plenty of other feis that are offered in the area this spring. Be glad someone is trying to offer something different! (NT) -- --, 09:48:37 02/17/18 Sat

Agree! Personally, my dancer doesn't mind tights but absolutely DESPISES wearing a wig, so she is very excited to do this feis! (NT) -- Thanks to Bracken for offering, 11:07:23 02/17/18 Sat

My dancer is excited to try something new. Thanks for this option, Bracken! , (NT) -- ..., 09:55:11 02/16/18 Fri
Updating Syllabus to remove "socks" -- Bracken Feis Committee, 13:09:42 02/17/18 Sat

Subject: Thanks for the responses! We’ll be in Brookline. 45-60 minutes or so is reasonable. I’d love to be able to pop her on the T when she’s older.

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sorry this was supposed to be in response to the post about relocating (NT) -- Mom below, 16:47:02 02/11/18 Sun

If Brookline, many of the schools recommended aren't T friendly -- SSMom, 18:06:46 02/11/18 Sun

Very good info but I don't think you can get to Brady, way out in Squantum, via the T. (NT) -- almost positive, 18:32:20 02/11/18 Sun

North Quincy T Stop 1.5 miles from Brady Academy. -- Julie, 10:43:39 02/12/18 Mon

But it would be a LONG haul from Brookline, with a train change. I honestly would not look south of the city if I were in Brookline (NT) -- Boston mom, 04:14:32 02/13/18 Tue

Just checked google out of curiosity. I live on the southeastern border of Boston right next to the expressway. Our studio is 6 1/2 miles from our house in a southern suburb. We leave for class an hour before it starts on a weeknight (NT) -- Just to give you an idea of what Boston traffic can be like, 07:49:56 02/13/18 Tue
^^Agree. Traffic heading south of Boston is never good, unfortunately. Add bad weather and it's worse. (NT) -- SSMom, 08:52:41 02/13/18 Tue

O'Shea Chaplin might be an ok commute from Brookline. Web site has Thurs in Watertown and Sat in Allston/Brighton (NT) -- Might work for you, 07:44:14 02/13/18 Tue

OSC classes are usually accessible by T/MBTA bus without much of a wait or walk -- Boston Dancer, 09:18:35 02/21/18 Wed

Subject: Rose & Shamrock schedule is posted at our website.

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Our stage schedule can be found at: https://www.roseandshamrock.org/irish-dance.

*Please remember this is a no solo costume/no wig feis.*

Dancing will begin promptly at 8am and doors will open at 7am. There will be a room to sell costumes on level 2 of the venue. Please do not hang costumes elsewhere in the venue. If costumes are found hanging for sale in other areas, they will be removed.

The feis is part of a large festival and admission to all areas of the festival are free except the headliner, Barleyjuice (Main stage 7:30-9pm). Also don't forget to check out the free ceili Friday night with live music.

All vendor, parking, hotel and food information, as well as the festival map and festival schedule can be found on our website at www.roseandshamrock.org.

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Subject: Does anyone know of a feis in the NE region offering grade 11 exam?

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Subject: any new England dancers at AI?

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Yes. (NT) -- wishing them all the best luck, 06:58:18 02/11/18 Sun
Both O'Shea Chaplin and Harney dancers are out for worlds, remember. So, many of them are at AIs. Wish them all good luck!! (NT) -- ***, 07:49:19 02/11/18 Sun
Great Feis, Great venue, Great host accommodations...low 80s every day with 5 pools. if you can complain about that you will complain about anything. (NT) -- DD, 10:48:07 02/14/18 Wed

Subject: Are results for Florida Feis being posted today?

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The results are on feis worx (NT) -- ..., 13:40:06 02/10/18 Sat
Hm stay here in the cold or go someplace warm for fun and dancing? Hard decision ... (NT) -- Good for them!, 12:08:16 02/11/18 Sun
Not always a hidden dark plan -- Havefeiswilltravel, 12:18:56 02/11/18 Sun
Who really cares.. it’s a local Feis not a major or nans people can do what they want (NT) -- Dd, 12:19:51 02/11/18 Sun
Congrats to all the dancers who did well!! And to the negative posters here, time to grow up! (NT) -- Proud of NE dancers, 15:48:32 02/11/18 Sun
WHY CAN'T WE JUST CONGRATULATE DANCERS?? (NT) -- Negative nellies should be ashamed of themselves. These are kids!!! (sad), 16:16:43 02/11/18 Sun

Agree! We are better than this .. come on ladies (NT) -- ..., 16:58:50 02/11/18 Sun

There are dads on this list too. (NT) -- Just sayin'..., 17:25:25 02/11/18 Sun

Good news: the Feis was open to ANYONE! You too could have gone and competed! So save the snark and worry about yourself. (NT) -- Ridiculous, 17:55:40 02/11/18 Sun
Cannot recommend this one. Despite warmth and sun. (NT) -- X, 19:46:48 02/11/18 Sun
Hearing bad reviews on this one -- Parent laughing, 06:42:22 02/12/18 Mon
Wow, we went to visit Florida grandparents one year who never got to see the kids dance, so we went to this feis since we were down there.... -- College mom, 06:54:08 02/12/18 Mon

Agree -- Fun n sun, 07:32:24 02/12/18 Mon

I have a question....are all rules the same everywhere: And is there still a rule about wearing a bblack leotard costume with a "butt cape" attached that clearly designates the logo and full name of the school? In OC? Somehow I did not think this was allowed but of course I could be wrong. (NT) -- rules change., 08:53:04 02/12/18 Mon

If it is a school costume, it is perfectly ok. Our school costume is simple blacks w school logo on cape. Only restriction is no identifying symbols on solo dresses (NT) -- Hth, 20:34:48 02/12/18 Mon

I don't get it. If you can wear a black Leo as a "school costume " with a school logo in an OC solo comp, then why not a school logo on a solo dress? I personally do not think the lschool last go should be involved at all in a solo comp, but why is it ok in one instance but not the other? (NT) -- Wacky., 13:53:08 02/13/18 Tue

My understanding is that school costumes are always allowed, no matter the level of the competition. Would most PC/OC dancers do it? No. But it's certainly (most likely?) the easiest alternative when waiting for a solo. DD had a dancer in her OC comp wear her school dress, no issues. (NT) -- ~Kris, 13:48:26 02/16/18 Fri

Not allowed at Bracken black out feis. (NT) -- ***, 15:55:48 02/16/18 Fri

Very glad to see most of this thread taken down - it was nasty and not a good reflection of our region. (NT) -- Support all dancers, 17:17:05 02/12/18 Mon

Subject: results for all Irelands

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Date Posted: 21:47:52 02/09/18 Fri

Where do results for all Irelands get posted??

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Feisresults.com (NT) -- Dgm, 10:58:10 02/10/18 Sat

Sorry my mistake, it's actually on clrg.ie. click on championships (NT) -- Dgm, 17:18:53 02/11/18 Sun

Results are also up on feisresults.com. (NT) -- hth, 10:25:24 02/20/18 Tue

Subject: Inishfree Feis, Sunday, February 25, 2018.

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Chair
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Date Posted: 20:28:59 02/09/18 Fri

Reminder...we close in one week! Don't miss out!

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Subject: Garden State Feis: We're almost full! Please register ASAP and finalize your entries with PayPal to avoid deletion. We're looking forward to a fun feis day and hope to see you all there!

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Subject: Quick question in Prelim is the rule 2 first same year can remain in Prelim for the year?

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Yes- (NT) -- Id, 13:10:27 02/09/18 Fri
You can collect as many firsts as you can as long as all of them are gained in the same calendar year. (NT) -- :), 16:22:40 02/09/18 Fri
Just move up and give someone else a chance! (NT) -- Only fair, 17:51:59 02/09/18 Fri

Moving up may be TCs decision and not the dancer’s so your comment is both uncalled for and moot (NT) -- Not up to you, 07:46:29 02/11/18 Sun

Don't move until you are ready and your TC says it's time. I would've been the first to hate to see you week after week (and honestly, that's obscene and self-aggrandizing) but open is hard and if you need time to get it all down, don't let people who can't beat you in prelim push you out. That said, memories are long and you may be dancing with these people a long time! (NT) -- fwiw, 05:12:08 02/10/18 Sat

The first part of your message is spot on. Nobody should move until they are completely ready for OC. OC makes prelim look so easy. The best dancers in OC have nowhere else to go so you're up against them week after week. I'll never understand why dancers who aren't working hard enough to win think dancers who win are obligated to move up and out of their way. If they want to win they should put in the work. Sooner or later most prelims make it to OC if they work hard enough. As for your last -- Oc mama, 06:36:41 02/10/18 Sat

The point I was making is yes, take your time, but don't sign up for every single prelim feis for the ego boost. Or do, it's your choice. (NT) -- fwiw, 05:27:09 02/11/18 Sun

Maybe not an ego boost. Maybe they realize they still need to practice as much as possible before OC. You have to beat the best to be the best. Work hard to beat the best dancer, don’t expect them to move aside. (NT) -- R, 16:51:25 02/11/18 Sun

Are the rules the same for boys? (NT) -- New prelim mom, 20:17:51 02/11/18 Sun

Yes, in prelim the rules are the same for boys. (NT) -- hth, 04:55:14 02/13/18 Tue

Subject: Rose & Shamrock Feis Attendees:

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Date Posted: 22:53:09 02/08/18 Thu

Please note the following reminders:

1. The Feis begins promptly at 8am. Doors open at 7am. Stage Schedule should be released early next week.
2. Vendor information, Parking information, Hotel information, Food information, Festival Map, Festival schedule, etc... can all be found on our website at: www.roseandshamrock.org
3. If you are selling a costume, you will need to hang it in the "Used Irish Dance Costumes" room on Level 2.
4. You do not need to bring chairs as the Marriott will have sufficient seating at all stages.
5. Admission to all parts of the Festival are free except the headlining band on Saturday night (Barleyjuice on the Main Stage from 7:30-9:00pm.)
6. This is a NO SOLO COSTUME, NO WIGS feis. Please read the syllabus for a full description.
7. Don't forget to check out the Irish Ceili on Friday night in the Commonwealth Ballroom (Level 2 of the Marriott.) 7-9pm with live Irish Music and Ceili dancing being taught.
8. If you have any inquiries, please feel free to contact us at: admin@roseandshamrock.org

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Subject: Looking for a dance school in the Boston area that takes transfers, is low drama, etc.

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We are moving to the area. I’d like to take my daughter somewhere that encourages a healthy balance, doesn’t do excessive amounts of endurance drills (some is obviously necessary), and cares about injury prevention. willing to drive. Hoping for opinions but please don’t drag schools names through the mud. I don’t want to start drama.

Thank you!

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Ask your current teacher. (NT) -- It seems odd that they you haven’t., 05:45:58 02/09/18 Fri

Have spoken to current TC, but we’re unfamiliar with the schools in the area and I’d like multiple opinions. Not sure how that’s odd? (NT) -- OP, 16:45:19 02/11/18 Sun

Helpful to know where in the Boston area you’re moving. I know you’re willing to drive but can tailor reccomendarions to geography. (NT) -- Hope to help!, 06:26:28 02/09/18 Fri
If I had it to do over, I'd send dd to the Harney Academy in Walpole. Successful school that looks at the whole dancer, lots of emphasis on team spirit, and their teams are very successful in competition. Also one of the TCs has a doctorate in physical therapy. There's a lot of emphasis on injury prevention. (NT) -- wish we had gone there, 07:32:44 02/09/18 Fri

I meant to say that in addition to successful teams, his dancers are very successful in solo competition as well. (NT) -- wish we had gone there, 07:34:20 02/09/18 Fri

Harney is super successful but also super large (those two things are related of course). My dd ‘s friend told her recently that her OC class at Harney has 45 dancers in it. So, keep that in mind as well. (NT) -- ***, 06:34:29 02/10/18 Sat

Boston area is big and traffic is bad. The area you're in will help with recommendations. (NT) -- SSMom, 07:37:57 02/09/18 Fri
I will jump in as well. It's best if you give your approximate location - North Shore, South Shore, West of Boston - and how long a drive you are wiling to make. Traffic around Boston is tough at class time, so unless you are willing to spend two hours in traffic to go 40 miles, you will want to know what schools are within your travelling range. (NT) -- long-time Boston commuter, 11:10:02 02/09/18 Fri
BOSTON school -- Dm, 19:57:43 02/09/18 Fri
If you're looking west of Boston... -- ,, 14:36:13 02/10/18 Sat
Sullivan Stewart in Plainville. About 40-50 minutes south of boston. Small school but still sucessful (NT) -- ., 21:20:17 02/10/18 Sat

Subject: New England Regional Feis 2018

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 19:37:47 02/08/18 Thu

Don't forget to register for the 2018 New England Regional Feis! Registrations closed February 21st. We will have raised stages, sashes for top three in prelim and open, medal rounds, and much more! We hope you will be able to join us!

Confirmed Adjudicators:
- Dearbhala Fay, Chicago
- Fiona McCabe, Ireland
- Joe Seletski, New York
- Linda Sanfilipo, New York
- Marcus Maloney, Ireland
- Kim Lancaster, Canada
- Karl Drake, Atlanta
- Michael Belvitch, Chicago
- Maggie Basenberg, New Hampshire
- Sheila Cloherty, Massachusetts

Musicians:
• Seamus O’Sullivan~ Scotland
• Michael Fitzpatrick ~ Massachusetts
• Dan Foster ~ Connecticut

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Which schools are running this feis? I see the chairs are from Brady, Clann Lir and McFadden. Any other schools involved in hosting, or just these 3? (NT) -- curious, 10:58:56 02/09/18 Fri

This is the Regional Feis and serves as a fundraiser for the whole region. Whilst those three teachers stepped up to serve as chairpeople, the volunteers will be from many schools throughout the region. (NT) -- hth, 02:23:18 02/14/18 Wed

Can you post a vendors list please? (NT) -- DD, 14:17:07 02/09/18 Fri

Subject: The Bob Gabor CNY Feis is now open for entries on Feisweb! Held at the NYS Fairgrounds in Syracuse, NY on Saturday, April 28.

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CNY Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 18:04:49 02/08/18 Thu

*Unique pottery awards for prizewinner, prelim and open
*Handmade sashes for top 5 in open and top 3 in prelim; round awards for all Champs
*Championship traditional set competition
*Themed Charity Treble reel to benefit the Syracuse St. Patrick Hunger Project
*Pre-Championship Competitions for U6 and U7
*New this year: Adult Championship competitions
*Entries and tabulation by Feisweb
More information on our website: www.cnyfeis.com. Please contact the feis committee directly @ cnyfeis@gmail.com with any questions

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Subject: The Garden State Feis is only a few days from our closing date & the last spots are filling up quickly. We will be deleting unpaid entries regularly from this point on so please make sure to register ASAP & finalize your payments with PayPal. Look forward to seeing everyone in March!

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Subject: Dd in grades, seeing white ss laces and the taping of hs...something needed to win..when do you start that, tx

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My dd didn't do anything different until she reached Open championship. Wasn't necessary as she made it through other levels very quickly and scores were based on her dancing, not her shoes. (NT) -- hth, 06:03:05 02/07/18 Wed
All you need to win is to practice and dance better than your competitors.. more inside -- Mom of OC, 06:27:42 02/07/18 Wed
My daughter is in PZ she has wide feet so the white laces look good. Tape is not needed at that level .. too much of a pain.. maybe at O since not changing shoes. (NT) -- 22, 09:19:10 02/07/18 Wed
No need until champ level if at all. And please no dirty laces!!!! So messy looking! (NT) -- Keep it simple in grades - not the reason for not winning, 21:14:03 02/07/18 Wed
None of our school's dancers do this in the grades. Some do it in prelim and almost all do in OC, though one of our more successful dancers does not tape or use white laces and places quite well. (NT) -- would look silly in grades, 04:17:02 02/08/18 Thu
My daughter started doing it in PW. TC wanted tape for sure once they started doing O solos (she went at TC discretion first 2 years). (NT) -- Former MW mom, 12:24:21 02/08/18 Thu

Subject: Can the Lenihan Feis Committee please post the adjudicators? Thank you!

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Last year's adjudicators favored the Lenihan dancers (NT) -- Blatantly obvious, 19:56:34 02/07/18 Wed

Yeah, and that NEVER happens at other feises!!!! (NT) -- *&*, 15:14:24 02/08/18 Thu

Subject: Since the Belfast-based Cro Magnon was foolish enough to post again about the same young woman, that person has been permanently banned. London-area Atkins user, you're probably going to be next, given the way you've been posting. Any time you post a comment and then post five replies to your own comment to make it look like people agree with you, it might be time to get off the boards and go get a life. If you can't behave you'll be gone too.

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Thank you moderator for taking the time to monitor this message board and clearing the offensive users. You do an amazing job, especially seeing all the garbage posted on some of the other boards that are never cleaned up. You're the best (NT) -- grateful mom, 07:14:44 02/06/18 Tue

Agree! (NT) -- Also thankful!, 08:29:09 02/06/18 Tue

It's what they're accustomed to doing over on the UK board. And they get away with it. (NT) -- Sickening, 13:57:50 02/08/18 Thu

Subject: Who are the Lenihan Feis judges?

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We have not announced judges yet. Will post that info as soon as it is available. Thanks! (NT) -- Feis Committee, 07:15:27 02/06/18 Tue

Subject: Shamrock School Feis

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Sheila & Shannon
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Date Posted: 15:34:23 02/05/18 Mon

Just want to say thanks you to all the families who participated in our Feis yesterday. We had concerns about scheduleing with 475 Champion dancers signed up. We did get it done in a timely fashion. Last Champ competition finished at 4:30p. Thank you for your patience, and support. See you all next year again. Now we can chill for a while.

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Thank you -- id mom, 09:37:39 02/06/18 Tue
Very well run feis. Fastest results ever! (NT) -- Dance mammy, 14:24:25 02/06/18 Tue

Subject: NANs Hotels

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Date Posted: 14:54:52 02/05/18 Mon

How does the booking work for NANs? Do you have to call each hotel individually or can you book the room blocks on-line with a code?

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The booking links are up for teachers now, so I'm assuming we regular folks will be getting our own links after the TCs have booked. (NT) -- ***, 20:19:21 02/05/18 Mon
Nan Hotel info -- HPKIDM, 12:00:09 02/06/18 Tue

Subject: What new Engalnd State is easiest to place in? Your opinion...or4 has less dancers in events CT appears small

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No sure, we are a MA family, and my daughters prize winner group was the biggest it’s ever been at shamrock this weekend (NT) -- ..., 11:21:22 02/06/18 Tue
Don't think there's an easier state since lots travel. But certain feises tend to be bigger or smaller. So the small feises are easier. (NT) -- Q, 16:01:35 02/07/18 Wed

Subject: What are the rules with private lessons in IRish dance

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They are not the same price as a group lesson. Good luck! (NT) -- 😏, 16:36:56 02/05/18 Mon
Not sure what you mean re the rules. All ID lessons must be taught by a TCRG. Any lessons taught by someone from who is not part of your school will create an association for yourself and all other dancers in your school with that teacher, their school and any other schools they are associated with. (NT) -- hth, 19:35:56 02/05/18 Mon

I don't believe there is a rule saying that private lessons have to be taught by at TCRG. Actually, I'm pretty sure there is NOT such a rule. -- (more inside), 23:05:25 02/05/18 Mon

some school have open/prelim give private to grades some people are willing to pay a fortune for their kid to get to prelim fast just to sit there and not place and then quit young. why rush (NT) -- dd, 10:53:42 02/08/18 Thu

Subject: Anyone have personal familiarity w Sacred Heart’s Irish dance team?

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Have reviewed info on the web. Curious about auditions, scholarship, credit ID course, competitive vs. team feel, etc. from dancers familiar with the program. Thank you.

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My daughter is a senior at SHU and in the dance team. They practice one to two days a week, get one credit each semester and a grade as long as they orricipate and a small scholarship. Auditions are fairly simple. You must have id experience. -- Mcm, 16:45:06 02/05/18 Mon
If your child wants to speak with my daughter an email is above. (NT) -- Mcm, 17:34:10 02/05/18 Mon

So kind of you. Will see how things play out with daughter’s decision and may be in touch. (NT) -- Thank you., 17:29:40 02/06/18 Tue

Subject: "Blacks" costumes

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Date Posted: 09:03:12 02/05/18 Mon

Where do your dancers typically get these simple all black costumes? I have been searching online but can't find any!

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An option http://www.fashiondrv.com/fdrv/iitem.jsp?p=4&c=1961 (NT) -- Hth, 10:44:02 02/05/18 Mon
I bought one for my DD at a local dance supply store. (NT) -- DM, 10:50:52 02/05/18 Mon
My dd wears this: https://www.amazon.com/Aphratti-Womens-Sleeve-Casual-Dress/dp/B014O4O3O6/ref=sr_1_3_mc?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1517856282&sr=1-3&keywords=Aphratti+Women%27s+Long+Sleeve+dress (NT) -- hth, 11:45:42 02/05/18 Mon

Do you find it covers the collarbone adequately per rule? (NT) -- Bracken syllabus is citing the rule, 12:41:09 02/05/18 Mon

My dd has used it or one like it for 4 years, never a problem or even a comment. (NT) -- hth, 14:26:39 02/05/18 Mon

DD wears a black mock turtleneck leo with basic black skirt found at JC Penny's (NT) -- nothing special, 06:04:59 02/07/18 Wed

Subject: What sites are the best for looking for used Solo Dance Dresses?

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Have successfully used the FB sites, ID Resale, Used Solo Dresses, etc (NT) -- Hth, 03:34:23 02/06/18 Tue

Subject: Any results for 343 PC U10? Not on the twitter feed.

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343 is prelim u11 and it’s up on Twitter. (NT) -- #, 11:37:59 02/04/18 Sun
I wasn’t looking for that one, I am looking for 342 U10. (NT) -- OP, 11:55:26 02/04/18 Sun

I am not the first replier but OP you did write 343 and I think your response to someone who tried to help you was less than gracious. (NT) -- smh, 12:09:46 02/04/18 Sun

What? That is just silly. The mistake was the number. U10 is not on twitter and U11 is. If I am watching Twitter then I know that U11 is there. Get over yourself. (NT) -- -, 12:57:19 02/04/18 Sun

Wow. You really are rude. (NT) -- disgusted, 13:03:50 02/04/18 Sun

And in childlike fashion - you are annoying. (NT) -- -, 13:25:07 02/04/18 Sun

As you know, the results will be up on Feisweb in due time. Not sure why anyone else would help you before then given your previous comments. Tone goes a long way. A "oops, my bad, I meant to say U10" would have gotten you a lot farther than "I wasn't looking for that." (NT) -- TONE, 14:01:45 02/04/18 Sun

Thank you! That was my point exactly. You get it, but OP clearly does not. (NT) -- smh, 14:57:19 02/04/18 Sun

Results -- Dance mom, 18:37:31 02/04/18 Sun

Subject: is shamrock posting results anywhere

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Twitter @ShamrockFeisCT (NT) -- HTH, 09:31:04 02/04/18 Sun

Subject: The 6th Annual Feis at the Beach, April 14th, 2018, is open for registration on Feisweb.com

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Subject: Inishfree Feis, Sunday, February 25, 2018.

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Date Posted: 17:25:57 02/02/18 Fri

Just a friendly reminder that entries for our 26th Annual Feis will be closing in 2 weeks. Enter today to avoid a late fee! Visit our Feis webpage at www.inishfreeny.com for a complete list of Adjudicators/Musicians and Vendors. As usual we will be tweeting Champ awards so be sure to follow @inishfreefeis on Twitter. We hope to see you there!

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Subject: Anyone arriving in Dublin for the AI on 2/12? Looking to share a ride to Killarney

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Subject: websites for dress sales

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Date Posted: 14:11:23 02/01/18 Thu

Hello! Could those of you whom have recently bought or sold a dress online suggest which sites would be best for listing a dress?

Many thanks!!

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Feisdresses.com - managed to sell a champ dress after O! (NT) -- So happy., 00:21:29 02/02/18 Fri

Just sold one through feisdresses.com. So happy it is finally gone as dd is retired! (NT) -- .., 19:40:55 02/14/18 Wed

We've always had a lot of success with usedsolodresses.com (NT) -- good luck, 05:50:30 02/02/18 Fri
Lately, I and many of my friends have sold dresses through the used dress facebook pages (NT) -- and they are free, 07:45:53 02/02/18 Fri
Used Solo Dresses FB, 2 quick sales (NT) -- -, 07:55:15 02/02/18 Fri

Subject: feis calculator

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Date Posted: 19:39:29 01/31/18 Wed

Can someone tell me where I can find the feis estimator. I can't find the one I used to use

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https://stagecalculator-4eecf.firebaseapp.com/ (NT) -- NH Mum, 19:46:18 01/31/18 Wed
thank you -- dm, 20:02:35 01/31/18 Wed
One thing to keep in mind is that not 100% of entries show up to a feis. I usually figure 75-80%, and then I know I won't be late. (NT) -- FeisDad, 21:54:48 01/31/18 Wed

Or the way we do it--do the estimates on the calculator using the number of registrants and then arrive an hour and a half before that. (NT) -- either way, 04:56:04 02/01/18 Thu

We've been to a couple lately that dd has needed to be ready to dance a half an hour earlier than the schedule said (champ stages with set times, verified with the calculator). Didn't even have time to warm up. Even an hour and a half can leave you without a lot of time to get ready! (NT) -- our experience, 17:56:04 02/01/18 Thu

Subject: NAIDC day schedule is out. And also, eeewwww the logo

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A U10 Dancer designed the logo - no need for your comment (more) -- Another ID Mom, 06:46:47 01/31/18 Wed

I agree if it was a child but not an adult - it was an honest expression of opinion, not a personal slag., (NT) -- other mom, 08:32:04 01/31/18 Wed

Oops my bad, a parent designed it...but still...negative comments stink! (NT) -- Another ID Mom, 06:48:24 01/31/18 Wed

Oh please. I am registering an opinion about a logo. Not about a child or her dress or her wig or her steps or her mama. A drawing. By a PARENT. An opinion that seems to be concurred with across all voy boards. (NT) -- Stop with the scolding., 08:34:44 01/31/18 Wed

I feel for the t-shirt vendor because sales will be way down this year. The logo is extremely unpopular. (NT) -- It is what it is, 20:15:40 01/31/18 Wed
UGLY logo (NT) -- Na, 21:03:07 01/31/18 Wed
I don't understand why they had a vote for logos if they weren't going to choose any of the 4 top vote-getters. I agree, this one is really ugly. Won't want anything with this logo on it. (NT) -- no thanks, 04:55:33 02/01/18 Thu

I don't think it's ugly. It just looks like a cheap Hawaiin souvenir shirt. Yes, Hawaiin, because coconut trees are NOT native to Florida. Palm trees yes. Coconut trees no. (NT) -- DD won't be getting a sweatshirt this year., 06:56:37 02/01/18 Thu

DD and I are in complete agreement; of all the submissions allowed to vote on, this was the least appealing; We'll be saving money on gear as well (NT) -- not her style, 13:43:05 02/01/18 Thu

So, some crafty person can make/sell their own design in advance.....or there.... just a thought. No rule you have to put their logo on a shirt (NT) -- ., 12:50:14 02/06/18 Tue

Subject: Is it me or are the Feis getting costly!!! Why is light jig now a Prizewinner event? More $$ Does it count as a first now!

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Doesn't count as a first unless your TCRG says so. Very few schools put LJ on the schedule for PWs. Just don't sign up. (NT) -- ppo, 11:39:52 01/30/18 Tue

Exactly and ditto. I know PW family that always signed because they knew dancer would problably go home with a medal. (NT) -- ask TC if you need it, 18:06:06 01/30/18 Tue

It doesn't count for Prelim. Feiseanna used to offer it all the time anyway, back in the day. Nothing to get annoyed about since you don't have to sign up for it unless you want to. (NT) -- old mom, 16:33:45 01/30/18 Tue
Soft shoe first for prelim can only be reel or slip jig. I always liked seeing LJ in prizewinner on a feis syllabus because it was my daughter's favorite dance. Didn't matter about the medal or trophy. She just loved to dance it. She was sad when she took first in LJ Novice because it meant she would not be able to dance LJ in comp after that year. (NT) -- Love LJ, 17:04:01 01/31/18 Wed
I'm going to date myself and dd; who is now in sr ladies; when dd danced grades had to choose either Lt Jig or Hvy Jig, but could not do both.Often phased out in novice because most did hvy jig (NT) -- good ole days, 07:51:26 02/02/18 Fri

Subject: Disney/Universal Raffle!

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 16:37:59 01/29/18 Mon

The Murray Feis is offering a new and exciting
raffle opportunity for 2018!!
The winner will receive the choice between TWO 2-Day Park
Hopper tickets to either Walt Disney World OR Universal
Studios in Orlando Florida. Use them while you are traveling for Nationals or A family vacation!!
Ticket Cost: $20.00
Drawing will be at the Murray Feis, May 20, 2018
Winner need not be present to win.
Contact: Murrayfeisraffle1@gmail.com to reserve your ticket
Don’t Wait….. ONLY 250 tickets will be sold!
All raffle proceeds to benefit non profit parent booster group Cara Rince

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After just spending a copious amount of money on plane tickets to NANS I will take any chance I can get to save some money on the fun stuff! Great idea! (NT) -- !!!, 16:25:58 01/31/18 Wed

Subject: Looking for ID experienced physical therapist near Boston College

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Cate
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Date Posted: 13:37:55 01/29/18 Mon

My daughter is on the BCID team and is having a flair up of foot pain that she successfully treated with PT while in high school. Her PT was great with Irish dancers. She really knew how they moved while dancing and was able to put together treatment plans that accommodated/dealt with the unique twists that ID has. Wondering if anyone can suggest a PT near BC who knows how Irish dancers move. She doesn't have a car, so access via the T or a not-too-expensive Uber is needed. Thanks from a Southern Region mom!

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There’s a PT who works with our dance school but we’re on the South Shore. Let me check with her this week to see if she’d be OK with going in to BC. (NT) -- Should know by Friday, 17:28:29 01/29/18 Mon
Colleen Caliguri at ATI PT/Stadium Performance in Dedham -- Try her!, 20:11:53 01/29/18 Mon

Colleen's amazing and she works with other former ID/current PTs -- PT Mom, 05:52:39 01/30/18 Tue

Marathon Physical Therapy -- near BC, 06:00:18 01/30/18 Tue
thank you all for your suggestions - ID families are awesome! (NT) -- Cate, 08:21:40 01/30/18 Tue

Subject: So is the Bracken Feis 2 Feis one Saturday/Sunday but 1 blackout?what do u prefer?

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Date Posted: 15:30:52 01/27/18 Sat

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Looks like they are 2 different feises?? That is how I read it. Also very expensive entry fees for an already saturated feis month. (NT) -- Midmom, 15:39:45 01/27/18 Sat

I only see three (including 2 Bracken) in April not in CT. (NT) -- Did I miss some on the schedule?, 16:32:42 01/27/18 Sat

Not all quite in April, but it is true that it is the busiest feis time in New England. In quick succession: Gray, Lenihan, two Bracken, Cape Cod, Murray, Father's Day. (NT) -- ***, 19:30:22 01/27/18 Sat

That is Exactly what I meant. We usually do the CT ones. Starting in March there are a bunch for the few months after (NJ & NY also) and with their fees being more than the others we may skip. Just one families opinion! (NT) -- Midmom, 06:46:40 01/28/18 Sun
Also DBB and OSC in June (NT) -- . . ., 08:10:55 01/28/18 Sun
Hansen Keohane and Horgan in April as well (NT) -- Busy time in NE, 18:00:30 01/28/18 Sun

Not seeing that they're any more expensive than most of the others. A couple are $33 instead of $35 for prelim, but only a few $$ more or the same as the others between now and then (NT) -- Just at a quick glance, 11:49:25 01/30/18 Tue

We love a good blackout feis! So nice when it's all about dancing and good carriage and not about the dresses. (NT) -- blackout feis fans, 19:33:01 01/27/18 Sat
I’ll pay more for a well run feis, ontime, good variety judges and good floors (NT) -- IMHO, 18:34:10 01/28/18 Sun
probably stupid question, grades dd, same judges both days? i get pribably same competitorss, tx (NT) -- newbie, 06:11:55 01/29/18 Mon

When dd has travelled out of region to 2-day feiseanna; judges for grades and champs were swapped so you did not have any repeat judging. (NT) -- hope Bracken does this, 06:29:34 01/29/18 Mon

Not a guarantee. Had the exact same panel for a "second" chance feis in another region. That's not a "second" chance; leery of these types of feiseanna ever since. If it is clearly posted that panels will change, (NT) -- then good to go.If not? Nope., 06:51:36 01/29/18 Mon

I would never automatically assume swapped judges. It's a second chance feis so YOU have a second chance to do your best, not so you have a second chance in hopes a different judge might like you. Maybe it's a difference in regional interpretation, but: Unless specifically stated I wouldn't assume swapped judges, and that wouldn't stop us from attending. (NT) -- Mom of OC, 07:16:56 01/29/18 Mon
BrackenFeis judges -- Bracken Feis Committee, 14:35:01 02/02/18 Fri

Perhaps the Feis committee could clarify this as it might make a difference for some people. (NT) -- thanks, 07:18:54 01/29/18 Mon

Bueller.......Bueller....... (NT) -- Hello, 13:11:14 01/30/18 Tue

If you want to contact a feis committee, you do it by emailing them. Not by posting on a message board and expecting a busy feis committee to find it. (NT) -- realist, 16:53:40 01/30/18 Tue

Gray, Lenihan, Horgan, Hansen Keohane, Bracken (2) (NT) -- aa, 13:52:31 01/29/18 Mon
I would like to see a few more in July and August.. just one? Maine is too far (NT) -- dd, 13:54:30 01/29/18 Mon

Historically there are not many in the summer. We usually go to either Maine, or Gov. Dongan in Albany, or Nations Capital. If you want one closer to home I think your only option is to convince your school to host one. (NT) -- we don't mind feis travel in summer, 16:53:17 01/29/18 Mon

Subject: Lenihan Annual Feis

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 15:00:01 01/27/18 Sat

The Lenihan Annual Feis is now open for registration on Feis Web! The feis will take place Sunday, April 8, at Flood Middle School in Stratford, CT.

Reminder- we do have a cap of 800 dancers. We always reach our cap, so please enter AND send your payment early to avoid disappointment. Your entry is not complete until we have received your check. Payments are mail-in only, as usual.
Please read the syllabus on lenihanirishdance.com for complete information.

Adjudicators and hotel info to follow. Hope to see you on April 8!

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Subject: Rose & Shamrock Feis is very close to our cap on Feisweb.

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Rose and Shamrock
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Date Posted: 19:35:46 01/26/18 Fri

If you were planning to enter the Rose and Shamrock Feis in Lancaster, PA (2/17/18), please do so very soon as our feis is nearing it's cap. Also, any unpaid entries will be deleted soon so please take care of your balances so as not to disappoint any dancers who were hoping to compete. Thank you to everyone for supporting our feis. We are looking forward to seeing you all for an awesome feis and Celtic festival in February!

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Subject: Good morning! Just a friendly Garden State Feis reminder that we are about 2 weeks out from our closing date. Once we reach our paid cap we will not reopen, so please register soon to avoid disappointing your dancers!

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GSF Committee
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Date Posted: 08:38:47 01/25/18 Thu

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Subject: Heading to Curry college for their MBA program! Any competitive schools in the Mi!ton/Hyde Park area? Not loo

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Date Posted: 14:27:52 01/21/18 Sun

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Kenny Academy has classes within a few blocks of Curry College! (NT) -- Kenny parent, 16:24:15 01/21/18 Sun
They also have college dancers at that location (NT) -- Dancer's mom, 22:06:21 01/21/18 Sun

Subject: Feis na Nollag - see inside post for detailsg

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Date Posted: 10:17:55 01/21/18 Sun

Registration continues for Feis na Nollag – Donny Golden School Feis. The feis is being held on February 18th at Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn NY. In addition to routine competitions, our feis offers the following:

special needs competition

soda bread & brown bread competitions

traditional set competitions

medal rounds for Preliminary and Open Championships

sashes for top three in Preliminary and Open Championships

Feis na Nollag Perpetual Cup Dance Off for the top three winners of select competitions (as listed in syllabus).

Competitor cards will be available for pick up at the feis. Doors open at 7:45 am and competitions begin at 8:45 am.

Please register via www.efeis.com by January 29th and late entries will be accepted until February 5th with an additional fee of $10.00. Any changes made to entry require $15.00 change fee. Payments for entries may be made online or mail in option. All inquiries can be emailed to feisnanollag@gmail.com.

Adjudicators:
Sue Fay Healy, Canada
Bernadette Short, Canada
Laureen O’Neill James, Washington DC
Maureen Armstrong, Florida
John O’Keefe, Connecticut
Anna O’Sulliva, NY
Deirdre O’Sullivan, NY
Maureen Hamilton Nelson, NJ
Patricia Murphy, NY
Cristina Ryan, PA
JJ Hester, NJ
Lexa Hickey, NJ
Linda Farrell Sanfilippo, NY

Musicians:
Kathleen Lavin
Dom Lavin
Billy Furlong
Pattie Moriarity Morrissey
Niall Mulligan
Billy Keller
Danny Burke
Krista Charles

Vendors:
Head for the World
Feis Head
Fays Shoes
Dance Bling
Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies

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Subject: Does anyone need flights on Aer Lingus?

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Sue
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Date Posted: 16:57:21 01/20/18 Sat

Can't attend All Irelands, looking to sell Aer Lingus flight tickets at reduced rate with change fee. If you will be traveling on Aer Lingus in 2018 and need tickets please let me know :)

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I don't think you can transfer air tickets. (NT) -- No name, 17:23:13 01/20/18 Sat
They can be changed but there is going to be a change fee to change the ticket and also a name change fee (NT) -- NE mom, 05:40:59 01/21/18 Sun

This can cost as much as the ticket we tried last year and ended up just losing the tickets it wasnt worth it (NT) -- Changing names is difficult, 11:04:00 01/21/18 Sun

I believe aer lingus charges $150 for the name change, and $200 for the change date/time/location - per ticket :( (NT) -- hth, 11:07:54 01/21/18 Sun

We checked with Aer Lingus, the change and transfer fees to put in someone else’s name will cost a total of $314 round trip, still less than a new ticket if someone needs one, otherwise we’ll cancel (NT) -- Sue, 12:38:41 01/21/18 Sun

Are you selling just for the $314 change fee or for that plus a portion of the original ticket cost? What exactly are you selling tickets for? And between which cities? (NT) -- thanks, 15:18:51 01/21/18 Sun

What would have happened if you had purchased the Insurance? (NT) -- curious, 19:07:23 01/21/18 Sun
Anyone know their policy regarding changing flights? Is there a fee. Do you pay the difference if new flight is more expensive or get a refund if new flight is lesss? I have a flight booked home from Shannon but would rather leave from Dublin (NT) -- Thanks, 04:23:31 01/28/18 Sun

Depends on type of booking. $100 plus fare diff. if low fare. If Flex ticket, looks like change could be free. -- —, 18:18:07 01/28/18 Sun

Apologize ^ Thought you were talking Norwegian Air. (NT) -- Sorry, 18:19:50 01/28/18 Sun

Subject: For those who booked Norwegian Air to Edinbergh, beware!

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Date Posted: 08:56:41 01/18/18 Thu

See this article which states travel to Edinburgh has been limited https://www.scotsman.com/news/transport/norwegian-to-axe-a-us-route-from-edinburgh-over-tax-cut-delays-1-4663009/amp?__twitter_impression=true

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They already cancelled my flight! (NT) -- 😟, 15:50:31 01/18/18 Thu

Subject: Save the Date

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Date Posted: 06:37:07 01/18/18 Thu

Save The Date- The Bracken School of Irish Dance will have back to back feis' this year for the final weekend of April! They will both be held at Triton High School in Byfield MA.

Saturday April 28th will be the Bracken Black Out Feis- No dresses, no bling, no wigs- just dancing! (rules will be detailed in the syllabus)

Sunday April 29th will be the Bracken School Feis- back for our third year we are excited to wow you again this year!

Our syllabus is currently being approved and as soon as it is we will let you know it has gone live on Feisweb.

See you in April!

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This is great. I hope it's a blackout feis. I love it when it's truly about the dancing. (NT) -- we'll be there, 18:59:26 01/18/18 Thu
Love blackout feiseanna; especially those that are truly blackout, no wigs, leos and skirts only. Have been to them out-of-region. Happy to see one so close to home (NT) -- :), 07:38:21 01/19/18 Fri
So excited for this! Love double feiseanna that are local :) (NT) -- Former MW mom, 18:19:32 01/20/18 Sat

Subject: Rhythm in the Night - 5th Anniversary Tour

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Date Posted: 22:49:43 01/17/18 Wed

Two Step Productions has two male Irish dancer positions remaining for the upcoming 5th Anniversary Tour for Rhythm in the Night, The Irish Dance Spectacular! Must be atleast 16 years of age and able to travel in the US! Must be available from February 19th - March 25th! Send your audition to Info@RhythmintheNight.com and you could join the fastest growing Irish dance show in the U.S. on the 5th Anniversary Tour! Good luck to all!

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Subject: ID Costume Design Phone Number

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idancer278
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Date Posted: 11:28:45 01/17/18 Wed

Hello,

Does anyone know the phone number to best contact ID Costume Design? I have searched on the internet and their social media and cannot find it anywhere. Thanks!

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Info inside -- Hope this helps!, 18:34:49 01/17/18 Wed
Try Instagram or Facebook to contact them (NT) -- wr, 08:01:14 01/18/18 Thu

Subject: Room available for All Ireland's. Feb14-17 (3 nights) at Gleneagke for two with breakfast.. 109 euros per night

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Date Posted: 07:40:48 01/17/18 Wed

Gleneagle Hotel from Feb. 14-17 with breakfast for 109 euros per night for two.

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Taken (NT) -- Taken, 10:48:18 01/17/18 Wed

Subject: Save the Date! Murray Feis!

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Date Posted: 10:18:16 01/16/18 Tue

Save the date! Murray feis will take place May 20th 2018! Syllabus will be out soon. Look for some fun additional competitions, international judges and much more! We will also hold an exciting raffle for 2x two day passes to Disney or Universal Studios. Make that trip extra special to NANs! More information to follow!

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BEST feis in the area! My kids always have a great time! (NT) -- Looking forward to it., 17:59:01 01/18/18 Thu

Subject: Shamrock Stitchery Dress for Sale

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Date Posted: 07:51:49 01/16/18 Tue

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1273767002706169/permalink/1599743093441890/?sale_post_id=1599743093441890

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Subject: Eire Design Dress for Sale

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Date Posted: 07:49:39 01/16/18 Tue

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1273767002706169/permalink/1599730846776448/?sale_post_id=1599730846776448

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Subject: Can anyone tell me what is a double-reel?

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Date Posted: 06:34:02 01/16/18 Tue

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I believe a double reel is a treble reel; just as a double jig is treble jig. (NT) -- Dancing a long time, 20:17:30 01/21/18 Sun

Subject: ID Designs Solo Dress for Sale $950 https://www.facebook.com/groups/659698917433037/permalink/1699203240149261/?sale_post_id=1699203240149261

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Western Region Mom
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Subject: 2018 New England Regional Feis

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 08:40:10 01/15/18 Mon

Registration is now open for the 2018 New England Regional Feis. The feis will be held Sunday March 4th at Saugus High School. Our feis will offer raised stages for all dancers, medal rounds for Prelim and Open Champions, sashes for top three in Prelim and Open, and much more! Competitions will start at 8:00 am. To register, please visit www.feisweb.com.

Below, please find our 2018 Adjudicators and Musicians. We will update you with other adjudicators as they are confirmed....

Adjudicators:
• Dearbhala Fay, Chicago
• Joe Seletski, New York
• Linda Sanfilipo, New York
• Marcus Maloney, Ireland
• Kim Lancaster, Canada
• Karl Drake, Atlanta
• Michael Belvitch, Chicago
• Maggie Basenberg, New Hampshire
• Sheila Cloherty, Massachusetts

Musicians:
• Seamus O’Sullivan~ Scotland
• Michael Fitzpatrick ~ Massachusetts
• Dan Foster ~ Conneticut

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Thank you feis committee for putting in some effort to obtain out-of-region judges. We truly appreciate the effort! (NT) -- Happy dancer, 06:19:19 01/16/18 Tue

Subject: Any grade exams coming up in New England

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Wondering as well. (NT) -- mom, 16:05:54 01/23/18 Tue

Subject: newbie here: the embroidery on the cross cross pattern on sleeve coming undone, how do I stop? black on black velvet on our first used dress tx

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Date Posted: 10:12:19 01/14/18 Sun

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Get some FrayCheck. You can get it anywhere sewing supplies are sold. I've gotten it at Joanne's Fabrics and at Michael's I believe.It comesin a tiny bottle. Use it very sparingly as you don't want to get it on the dress, just on the very end of the fraying threads so that they don't fray any more. It works very well! (NT) -- Oc mama, 11:30:41 01/14/18 Sun

Subject: Patsy McLoughlins Golden Jubilee

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Karen Early Conway
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Date Posted: 14:22:33 01/13/18 Sat

Please join us in congratulating Patsy McLoughlin, ADCRG on her 50th anniversary of teaching Irish Dancing!! If you’d to send a congratulatory note or card to her on this special anniversary we will be celebrating at our school dance on February 25th.

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Subject: Trying to printer dance number for HPK and the link is broken on Feis Web. Anyone have a contact email for Feis Web--can't find one on the site.

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Date Posted: 05:58:14 01/13/18 Sat

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just pick up at door... (NT) -- ?, 06:03:48 01/13/18 Sat
Email addresses inside, but please understand that pre-printing your number card at home is just one option. They will have all the number cards available at the door. -- no worries, 06:16:07 01/13/18 Sat

^^Belated thanks for this. I attended a feis this fall that didn't have numbers available and now I have that in the back of my mind every time I prepare for a feis. All worked out! (NT) -- Me, 09:08:45 01/16/18 Tue

Oh brother. Seventeen years as a dance parent and I've never seen a feis fail to supply the numbers on site. I bet it wasn't a Feis Web feis, correct? They're very professional. (NT) -- no worries again, 05:07:45 01/18/18 Thu

Subject: Looking to transfer a spot for a new dress with Open Wings official if they need a new dress made.

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Subject: Garden State Feis

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GSF Committee
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Date Posted: 08:13:39 01/12/18 Fri

Please note that our closing deadline is FEBRUARY 9th, as noted on our Syllabus. The 26th date listed on Feisweb is the last date to make CHANGES (we have asked for this to be corrected). Please enter ASAP so that we are able to prepare an accurate schedule to post before the Feis. We look forward to seeing everyone in March!

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Subject: Feis Fayre

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Dancer
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Date Posted: 05:50:42 01/12/18 Fri

Does anyone know if there is a contact number in New York?

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Subject: Save the Date!!

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 11:31:43 01/09/18 Tue

Lenihan Annual Feis will take place on Sunday, April 8 in Stratford, CT. Please note the date change, as our usual date is Easter Sunday.

Syllabus will be out shortly and registration will begin soon. Hope to see you on April 8!

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Subject: Would someone please share schedule experience w Prelim 16+ at HPK feis?

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Where do you see a schedule? (NT) -- Not seeing it, 18:37:29 01/08/18 Mon

Twitter (NT) -- —, 03:56:12 01/09/18 Tue

@FfldCoChampFeis (NT) -- —, 04:04:44 01/09/18 Tue

Thanks. Didn't look there! (NT) -- 😊, 10:31:40 01/09/18 Tue

They're usually on time. Last year there were some issues but they were in a new space. Back to old location this year so I'm assuming it will be ok. -- Nt, 19:18:06 01/09/18 Tue

That happened to us too! (NT) -- memories, 05:10:49 01/10/18 Wed

Thank you. (NT) -- op, 16:30:26 01/11/18 Thu

Subject: Anyone know if the Horgan Winter Feis is happening?

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Date Posted: 10:35:02 01/08/18 Mon

I see it listed in some places as 1/27-28 but nothing on Horgan website etc.

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No Jan feis this year, hope to see you in April (NT) -- HA mom, 14:32:22 01/08/18 Mon

Just a suggestion to the host school. Notify the NAFC so they can list the feis as canceled. It doesn't cost anything and is much more professional than leading people to think there is a feis when there isn't (NT) -- Dance Mom, 06:51:36 01/30/18 Tue

Subject: Prelim

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Date Posted: 10:31:41 01/08/18 Mon

I thought that once you had two prelim firsts from a previous year, you couldn't dance in prelim anymore. I see mid atlantic dancers with two firsts signed up for prelim this weekend. Can anyone confirm the rules?

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Mid atlantic requires three firsts (NT) -- DM, 10:43:50 01/08/18 Mon
Mid-Atlantic dancers need 3 firsts. Some regional rules apply where the feis takes place; some say rules apply to region of dancer. You can contact feis organizers with your concerns as they will be aware of the correct rules and deal with it appropriately. (NT) -- It's been done in the past., 10:45:59 01/08/18 Mon

We are midatlantic and are in the same situation mentioned- our TC says to follow the dancer's region rules and that something changed in the recent past related to this. I can't find any rule and can't see in any syllabus. I have asked her 3 times to be sure and get same answer. She also is not limiting us to feis only in Midatlantic either. Frankly I'm petrified to feis now- not fun to worry like this. We live on the border region and a 3rd region is not that far away....more inside -- Dumb that people put in this spot on either side, 16:59:15 01/08/18 Mon

This is an interesting "other side" to it all - I have to say, though, if your child is ready to get a first in Prelim, having another dancer who has gotten 2 firsts isn't really going to change the dynamic. I understand the rule following part, but if you want to be the best, you have to beat the best. (NT) -- !, 08:48:53 01/11/18 Thu

My dd is in OC so it doesn't affect us but it seems unfair to me. Just because the MAR decided to change their rules all those years ago shouldn't mean that NE prelims have to compete against dancers who would already be in OC under our rules. MAR prelims with 2 firsts not gained in the current year should stay in MAR. (NT) -- Boston mom, 05:11:51 01/18/18 Thu

But if they feis in New England, don't they have to follow New England rules? By NE rules they are now open. (NT) -- Doesn't seem fair, 11:02:34 01/08/18 Mon

But just think about the TC that requires 3 firsts in prelim - can they REALLY move to Open just because of NE rules? And is it fair to penalize them because the Mid Atlantic has stricter rules, causing them not to be able to feis in NE? (NT) -- ?, 11:10:57 01/08/18 Mon

The dancer has to follow the rules of the region in which the feis is held. MAR dancers chasing a 3rd prelim 1st cannot dance prelim in NE if their previous two 1sts were earned in different calendar years. They would have to compete in OC here, or else stay home. Those violating the rules should be reported to the feis committee, preferably when the competitor list comes out rather than at the feis to spare embarrassment, but if need be, report them at the feis. (NT) -- simple solution, 05:00:11 01/09/18 Tue

This was definitely true when my dancers were in PC, but I also heard there was a change. I would ask your TC and email feis committee to be sure. (NT) -- MAR mom, 09:44:21 01/09/18 Tue

There was a change . MAR dancers can dance with 2 firsts in the NE region (NT) -- ., 12:54:41 01/09/18 Tue

When did this change happen? Was a rule put out to teachers? Can't find anything concrete (NT) -- Thanks, 15:22:50 01/09/18 Tue
Please back your statement with a link to this new rule, as it directly contradicts what our well-connected TC is saying. (NT) -- thanks, 04:41:10 01/11/18 Thu

There is some ambiguity about this rule; some say it goes w/dancer; some say it goes w region feis is located; thus my recommendation to contact feis chair and have them implement the correct rules. (NT) -- Take my advice or don't, but complaining here gets you nowhere, 12:51:14 01/08/18 Mon

If your kid is ready for that first, they will get it, regardless of who they are competing against (2 firsts or not!). Good luck! (NT) -- !, 11:22:34 01/08/18 Mon
They are not supposed to feis in NE with 2 firsts. Say something now, or wait and see how they place and then say something. A handful of years back someone got the first disqualified. The ambiguity comes in because no one wants to step on other school's toes. (NT) -- Rules of the region, 13:21:02 01/08/18 Mon

Wish they would make a rule so that if an out of region dancer wins a third first, then second place also counts as a qualifying first. Then everyone could dance without causing problems. (NT) -- Fair for all, 21:54:37 01/08/18 Mon

Frankly I think they would be best off to make a rule that any out-of-region dancer who violates NE rules by doing this should be banned from feising in NE for life. (NT) -- imho, 05:02:22 01/09/18 Tue

Except the rule has changed, so it shouldn't be a problem... (NT) -- ., 19:46:02 01/09/18 Tue

Please back this statement with a link to the new rule, as our TC says this is not true. (NT) -- thanks, 04:42:40 01/11/18 Thu

I guess your TC was wrong (NT) -- ., 14:01:05 01/16/18 Tue

It’s the same with moving to prelim NE rules says 1st in hard and soft yet some move with with in trad and light jig rules don’t state which dances (NT) -- Dd, 16:00:05 01/08/18 Mon

Isn’t it just understood that light jig and trad don’t count? (NT) -- PW mom (Curious), 18:43:19 01/08/18 Mon

I don't have time to look for it right now, but I have seen in writing that the PW firsts must be in light and heavy of the 4 core dances: reel, slip jig, hornpipe, treble jig. (NT) -- mom of senior OC, 04:45:16 01/11/18 Thu

Not to some schools .. I have seen them use trad.. I think it sets a dancer up for a big let down in prelim (NT) -- Gg, 20:05:16 01/08/18 Mon

Some kids will remain in prelim for years because they've moved up without all of the required firsts - just don't know what the big rush is these days. (NT) -- ?, 07:30:34 01/09/18 Tue

Too many move up without the firsts and I've seen this cause to many dancers retiring 12-15 yo because they do'nt place at a feis or O. If you are not plaicng in top 15 at O in Trad you clearly should not be moving to a tougher comp. wait and get a good placement while you have the opportunity.. you may NEVER place at an O again why rush (NT) -- mm, 12:46:05 01/09/18 Tue

Is top 15 for Trad set at an O really considered a good placement? (NT) -- ? newbie, 11:19:38 01/12/18 Fri

How is this any different than when a NE dancer with 1 first comes to MAT Feis and gets their 2nd first? I have seen this many of times over the years. (NT) -- Curios DM, 04:45:24 01/10/18 Wed

MAR Feis (NT) -- Sorry for typo!, 04:46:46 01/10/18 Wed
Because of the verbiage in the NE sylllabus that speaks to who can enter PC and moving to OC. (NT) -- - check it out, 04:51:31 01/10/18 Wed
Apples and oranges. You need two firsts in NE to qualify for open, you need three in MAR. So an MAR dancer with two firsts is technically qualified for open in NE. (NT) -- ..., 12:01:55 01/10/18 Wed

Just your TC. A MAR dancer with two firsts can compete in the NE Region (NT) -- ., 14:54:26 01/10/18 Wed

"Just ask" (NT) -- ., 15:02:21 01/10/18 Wed

I did. She said they can't, and that any we see doing this should be reported for cheating. (NT) -- mk, 04:47:25 01/11/18 Thu

So is your TC calling the feis chair or are you? (NT) -- ?, 07:13:45 01/11/18 Thu

Our TC, most likely. (NT) -- mk, 04:47:22 01/12/18 Fri

Dancing with 2 firsts -- Dm, 12:52:38 01/13/18 Sat
A MAR dancer with two firsts won today. I wonder if anyone alerted the feis organizers. (NT) -- What rules?, 15:00:26 01/13/18 Sat

We are in MAR, I guarantee that if a prelim dancer with two firsts from last year registered -- Dm, 15:49:29 01/13/18 Sat

No thanks. Just because the MAR chooses to have a different rule than most regions have doesn't mean the rest of us need to follow along. I think MAR dancers with 2 firsts should restrict their feising to the only 2 regions that require 3 firsts. (NT) -- jmho, 16:56:10 01/13/18 Sat

Congratulations to him or her!! (NT) -- ., 19:53:15 01/13/18 Sat

Subject: Lenihan Feis

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I am sure it really won't be on Easter Sunday....

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The feis committee posted a while back that they were looking for an alternate date, confirming that it would indeed not be on Easter Sunday. (NT) -- Haven't heard since, 09:38:14 01/08/18 Mon

Thank you! I am looking at my spring calendars! (NT) -- I hope they find a new date!, 10:28:19 01/08/18 Mon

Subject: Judges for NAIDC have been chosen. List not released yet but some schools have been notified are there any New England schools out?

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I hope not! (NT) -- !, 10:57:03 01/08/18 Mon
any idea of when a day schedule will be posted. last year the hotel opened Feb 1th (NT) -- curious, 10:27:26 01/11/18 Thu

Subject: Please check your messages if you are selling or inquiring about dresses on FB.

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Subject: Rhythm in the Night Auditions

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Two Step Productions
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Date Posted: 20:19:48 01/06/18 Sat

***OPEN AUDITION CALLING***
ATTENTION ALL IRISH DANCERS

Do you think you have what it takes to join the fastest growing Irish dance show in the country?! Two Step Productions is now accepting applicants for the upcoming 5th Anniversary Tour for Rhythm in the Night, The Irish Dance Spectacular! Check the requirements below and submit your audition to Info@RhythmInTheNight.com
Share now with your dance friends and dance schools! Good luck to all!

- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Open Championship Level
- Available from February 19th - March 26th
- Submit a 30 second soft shoe piece and 30 second hard shoe piece along with your C.V. to Info@RhythmInTheNight.com
- Deadline to submit auditions is Friday, January 12th
#5thAnniversaryTour

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Subject: The Shamrock Feis Judges are now posted on our website Shamrockdancestudio.com

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Are vendors listed anywhere for this feis? (NT) -- Thanks!, 19:09:48 01/04/18 Thu
We need new hard shoes-will Feis Fayre be there? (NT) -- IDM, 16:20:37 01/07/18 Sun

Our vendors are Fay shoes, Head of the World and Dance Bling. (NT) -- Shamrock Feis Committee, 18:59:36 01/08/18 Mon

Thanks! (NT) -- Reply, 17:21:39 01/10/18 Wed

Subject: Schade Academy Grade Exams

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Date Posted: 17:20:49 01/04/18 Thu

The Schade Academy will be hosting grade exams 1-10 on Saturday, April 21, 2018 in East Meadow, N.Y. Here is the link to the registration form and all necessary information.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1heCv2Av6m__HLoudVWDRIQWWLIs1Q-djhj7Y6QnXIPg/edit

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Subject: Inishfree Feis, Sunday, February 25, 2018.

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Date Posted: 12:55:00 01/03/18 Wed

Happy New Year! Just a friendly reminder that we are now open for entries on Feisweb.com. As always, we will have overseas Adjudicators, round medals for both Prelim and Open Champs, sashes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in Open, and 1st place in Prelim. New this year…Tiny Tots and Girls Open U21 and 21 & Over will more closely resemble the new age groups for Worlds and other major Championships. Our 5 Champ stages will begin at 8:45 am…we hope to see you there!! Please check our website for updates on additional Adjudicators as they become available…www.inishfreeny.com.

Confirmed Adjudicators:

Sheila Cloherty, MA Finbarr Conway, ENG
Michael Dillon, CA
Helan Greene, IRE
Mary Kate Lachut-Conrad, NY
Michael Meehan, IRE
John O’Keefe, CT
Helaine Sander, NY
Linda Sanfilippo, NY

Confirmed Musicians:

Annmarie Acosta-Williams
Brian Boyce
Billy Furlong
Catriona Furlong
Patricia Moriarty Morrissey
Niall Mulligan

Music Adjudicator: Patricia Furlong

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Subject: We've never done a black-out feis, but plan to attend one this year. Is there a standard definition of what this means? I know it means no wigs or solo dresses--all black attire and plain hair. What about makeup? tanner? blinged socks? Thanks in advance.

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IME blinged socks are fine, tanner is a mixed bag. I've typically seen makeup but maybe lighter than normal. (NT) -- hope that helps, 14:06:16 01/03/18 Wed

Subject: Feis na Nollag 2018

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We wish you all a very Happy New Year!!! Entries for our 37th annual feis are now being accepted via efeis. The feis is being held at Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, NY on February 18th at 8 :45 am. Syllabus can be found on efeis as well as our school facebook page - Feis na Nollag- Donny Golden School, NY. Looking forward to seeing familiar faces and the pleasure of meeting new friends.

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can anyone recommend a hotel pls (NT) -- far, 04:58:49 01/03/18 Wed

We stayed at the Marriott Brooklyn Bridge. Very convenient and had easy access to NYC too. (NT) -- Hope this helps, 05:46:32 01/03/18 Wed

Brooklyn IS in NYC. NYC is comprised of 5 boroughs: Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, the Bronx and Manhattan. Guessing you meant downtown Brooklyn is convenient to Manhattan? (NT) -- Me in NYC, 11:54:55 01/03/18 Wed

My goodness, the picky police are out today. (NT) -- C'mon, 12:03:13 01/03/18 Wed
Yes, that is exactly what I meant. Thank you for your snarky reply. As a former NYer, I thought I was safe in replying NYC as Manhattan addresses are listed as New York, NY vs the other boroughs that are listed as Brooklyn, NY Queens, NY and etc. (NT) -- Sheesh!, 13:21:50 01/04/18 Thu

Subject: Rochester Academy of Irish Dance will be offering grades exams 1-12 on Friday 2/9/18 and Sat 2/10/18 with examiner Mary Lou Shade . Please see link below for 1-10 registration. Entries must be post marked 1/10/18. Grades 11 and 12 are now closed for registration

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https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9SoEientz2gu6GyZIn_Hkn-9UHQ-FPyBJ-OK6_pzkbu57Kg/viewform?usp=sf_link

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Subject: Have Shamrock Feis Judges been announced?

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Tia
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Subject: Saugus Feis Stage Schedule

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MidAm Mom
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Date Posted: 08:20:03 01/02/18 Tue

We are traveling to New England from Mid America for the March feis in Saugus, New England Regional Feis. Before I book flights, can anyone give me approximate start and end times for a U16 Open dancer (Male)? Really appreciate!

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The last couple of years the schedule has been done differently because different NE TC's were in charge, so no real way to know at this point what the schedule will be this year. (NT) -- Sorry, I know not helpful, but honest, 08:33:41 01/02/18 Tue

It is helpful! Thank you! We will book a flight home on Monday 👍🏼 (NT) -- Mid Am Mom, 09:18:39 01/02/18 Tue

Subject: Happy New Year! The Garden State Feis is open for entries at Feisweb.com and our syllabus can be found on our website at http://mariemooreirishdance.com/gardenstatefeis-2018/

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GSF Committee
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Please note that we are in the process of fixing the adult entries and they should be available to register shortly.

We look forward to seeing everyone in March!

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Subject: Just ran across this. I loved this blog, wish it was kept up. https://irishdanceteacher.wordpress.com/2017/02/10/guest-post-a-mothera-view/

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Thank you for sharing this. This sums up the last 5 years beautifully. Our follow up would be this- DD has come to the realization that no matter how hard (more inside) -- Its a wonderful post, 05:54:00 01/03/18 Wed

Subject: U12 champ is a common age group some schools already have sown and may not want a transfer to be fair to their own some schools may not accept them happeneded to us... FYI

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Huh? Not sure what this is in reference to? (NT) -- Random?, 17:54:02 01/01/18 Mon

I think it’s a couple of posts down about a 12 year old champ transfer (NT) -- ..., 18:04:55 01/01/18 Mon

Ah! I see. Thanks. In response to OP--there is really only one school in NER that U12 (starting today) is a "common group" (which i take to mean a large group). The U12 champs group is quite small compared to the past few years. I'd be surprised if any school declined a transfer because they already have "too many" U12s. (NT) -- JMO, 18:24:04 01/01/18 Mon

After 17 years in Irish dance I too have never heard of a school turning down a champ transfer because they have too many champs in an age group. But I have seen TCs turn down a transfer request when they feel the dancer or parent may be troublesome, or more often when the TC the dancer wants to leave is a personal friend of the TC they want to transfer to. OP may be telling the truth as far as what he/she was told, but it is unlikely that was the true reason they were refused. (NT) -- in my experience, 04:59:21 01/02/18 Tue

Subject: HAPPY BIRTHDAY, EVERYONE!!!!

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We only come to this site once a year to say hi and wish a Happy Birthday to all our dance buddies! May 2018 bring us all increased strength, health, stamina and resolve, and may we all use our time this year to show the world just how much New England can kick butt!! Go get your goals!!! Happy New Year, everyone!!!! :)

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Subject: Moving to Hingham/Weymouth area in MA and hoping to find School relatively soon to avoid missing NANS:) any recommendations for 12 year old champ? Friendly comments please:)

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No School bashing please

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Kenny Academy. (NT) -- In Pembroke and Canton, 19:24:28 12/30/17 Sat
Boston academy , Clann Lir academy all in Hingham and lots in surrounding areas. -- Hope this helps., 04:38:06 12/31/17 Sun
Dunleavy produces a lot of Champions. Depends on what’s you want (NT) -- SS mom, 05:29:00 12/31/17 Sun
I would suggest Kenny or Clann Lir for champ level tranfers. Kenny large and established and Clann Lir is an up and comer, I personally know transfers to both schools who are happy. (NT) -- Dancemum, 07:23:17 12/31/17 Sun
Keane O'Brien in Braintree, small school means lots of personal attention from TCs, several champs around that age (NT) -- my vote, 07:57:27 12/31/17 Sun
I would suspect you have a good idea of school if champ level. Sitting the ban must mean your are in the region. Facebook is a great tool for researching schools. Talk to perspective teachers too. (NT) -- Research, 08:02:36 12/31/17 Sun
If you are moving a good distance there is no ban. Used to be a hard and fast 50 mile rule but now it's a little more vague. (NT) -- may not have to sit out so long, 08:57:20 12/31/17 Sun
DBB & Connolly, both in Hanover. Kenny in Pembroke. Clann Lir in Hingham. Check O, NANS, Worlds results, contact TCs to ask questions without identifying your child. You can set up a separate email address for this, or call and use just a first name. Perhaps you have -- best luck to you and your child, 09:36:00 12/31/17 Sun
So many posts like this yet never see outcome. Would be interesting to know what people end up doing. (NT) -- Curious, let us know, 12:32:50 12/31/17 Sun
Kenny Academy more open dancer with Major comp experience other schools are too new (NT) -- Aa, 17:56:39 12/31/17 Sun

That’s not true. LOL. They are good at poaching Open dancers (NT) -- Saw it in the North Shore, 19:57:37 12/31/17 Sun

Just curious...what schools would they “poach” from on the North Shore? Have rarely seen dancers “leave” the more reputable schools-let alone get “poached”. -- LOL, 14:54:13 01/01/18 Mon

I agree. I don't know a lot about the school in question but ID people are always talking about dancers being poached, as it they could be captured and forced to transfer against their will. Dancers move because they choose to, not because some TC comes along and throws a net over their heads. (NT) -- laughable concept, really, 16:00:19 01/01/18 Mon
Poached.. I would say presented with better opportunities is usally what happens.. ceili teams and a chance to do more major events some schools onoy do NANS and Worlds others more majpr events (NT) -- mom, 08:04:28 01/02/18 Tue

Other things to consider are: 1) are the TCs also ADCRGs? If so youi may miss out on some opportunities to compete if they have chosen to judge a particular event you wanted to attend. 2) If the TCs do workshops for other schools, or conversely if they bring in workshop teachers, they will be creating associations that can keep you out of NANS and Worlds. (NT) -- things to consider, 21:54:04 12/31/17 Sun
Clann Lir -- Mother, 14:10:17 01/01/18 Mon
Clan Lir is doing well but new and I heard the teacher travels overseas a lot for stuff plus school is $$$ but O results good.. (NT) -- Mom, 16:48:58 01/01/18 Mon
We moved to Hingham in summer 2016 and ended up at DBBA, which has been a good choice for us. Also have friends at Boston Academy in town. (NT) -- Good luck with the move. Happy to answer any Hingham q's as well!, 20:46:53 01/01/18 Mon
Smith Houlihan is located in Norwood! If you don't mind a little more travel. Competitive but also great family atmosphere! (NT) -- ---, 09:17:15 01/02/18 Tue
Having transfered recently on SS my best advice it talk to teacher and attend a class. All of their opinions are going to be mostly by us (NT) -- Happy Mover, 12:34:01 01/02/18 Tue

Subject: COLORADO WINTERFEIS 2018!

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Please Join Us for Colorado’s Premier Feis, Colorado Winterfeis 2018!

Register on Feisworx.com!

Feis Questions: NancyWinterFeis@gmail.com

Friday Evening:
Music Competition
Open and Preliminary Championship Blackout Competitions!

Saturday:
Open and Preliminary Championship Competitions
Soda Bread Competition
Grades
Adults and Teams

Adjudicators
Name From
Russell Beaton, ADCRG MD, USA
James Early, ADCRG NJ, USA
Maura Kilkenny-Glynn, ADCRG SC, USA
Ciara Lennon, ADCRG Ireland
Dearbhla Lennon, ADCRG Ireland
Ronan McCormack, ADCRG Ireland
Anthony Murnane, ADCRG FL, USA
Tim O'Hare, ADCRG IL, USA
Mona Roddy, ADRCG Dundalk, Ireland

Musicians
Name From
Sean Cleland IL, USA
Fr. Ryan Duns MA, USA
Brian Glynn SC, USA
Chris McLoughlin NY, USA

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Subject: Almost new CeLtic Star championship dress worn only a few times due to injury.Worn by13 year old though would fit 12-15 years

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Vibrant red and rose gold.pm if interest
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Date Posted: 10:13:25 12/29/17 Fri

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Subject: Dance products

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Dancemum
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Date Posted: 20:58:22 12/26/17 Tue

Did anyone find the Irish dance practice pads they purchased to be a good useful gift?

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Yes we got free shipping on Black Friday.. Portable, made well and sprng to avoid injury.. decent size.. very durable.. lines are nice to help with turnout and practice in mirror. you are restricted to the pad size though . good for drills.. healthier than plywood to avoid injury (NT) -- mom, 07:34:03 12/28/17 Thu

Thank you! -- Dancemum, 08:20:47 12/29/17 Fri

ordered on Black Friday, did not get it until the day before christmas eve, wrong color (ordered green got pink - boy dancer) no strap not very happy with these people -- Bos Mom, 02:40:26 12/30/17 Sat
Get the BH Staging round wooden board much better (NT) -- mom, 12:26:18 12/30/17 Sat

Subject: 2018 Back-to-Back Feis Schedule

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Date Posted: 13:36:39 12/14/17 Thu

We have just released our 2018 back-to-back feis schedule for North America: http://goinfeisin.com/back-to-back-feis-in-2018/

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Subject: Irish Rose Accessories- Liquidation Sale- Details inside

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Date Posted: 12:00:11 12/14/17 Thu

Irish Rose Accessories will be having their final sale on all things Irish on Saturday, December 16th at 2pm. This will done on Facebook Live. All remaining stock must go. This will be the best chance to get some deals a variety of Irish Dance items including tiaras, shoes, wigs, socks.
All items will be sold on a first come basis. Log into Facebook Live, look up Irish Rose Accessories. First person to post #sold and item number will get that item.

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Subject: US source for those sparkly slippers kids wear over their soft shoes at feiseanna?

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Date Posted: 07:27:18 12/13/17 Wed

I can only find them in stores in the UK, and we've left it a bit late for international shipping by Christmas!

Thanks so much.

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Believe the US Feisfayre vendor carries them (NT) -- Me, 08:01:52 12/13/17 Wed
Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/snoozies-Ballerina-Metallic-Womens-Slippers/dp/B00DQUXFXU (NT) -- Hope this helps, 08:14:17 12/13/17 Wed

Thanks, but Amazon only has adult sizes...? -- NewbieMom, 09:39:19 12/13/17 Wed

They had kids too on another Amazon link. I hedged and posted the adult listing not knowing your size needs. (NT) -- Hope this helps, 18:54:11 12/13/17 Wed

paper store sells them (NT) -- ss, 12:28:49 12/13/17 Wed
Go to the snoozies website and click find a retailer near me. I had about 25 pop up when i entered my zip code (NT) -- dancemom13, 14:23:34 12/13/17 Wed
Thanks, everyone! :-) (NT) -- NewbieMom, 19:15:05 12/13/17 Wed

Subject: Any NE schools going to be affected for North American Champ due to mandated judging?

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Not certain those judges have been selected yet, but I could be wrong. (NT) -- ??, 06:53:06 12/13/17 Wed

When will they be out? (NT) -- - -, 09:34:15 12/13/17 Wed

Mid to late January, probably. (NT) -- ??, 14:22:37 12/13/17 Wed

Only Worlds and AI judges have been announced, not NAIDC (NT) -- hth, 04:28:35 12/15/17 Fri
Judges aren’t mandated for North American Championships (NT) -- It is voluntary, 09:57:04 12/21/17 Thu

Subject: Rose & Shamrock Feis is open for registration on Feisweb!

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Rose and Shamrock
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Date Posted: 19:52:46 12/12/17 Tue

Please join us for a fun, free Celtic festival (2/16-2/18) with live bands, workshops, re-enactors, a piping competition, food and drink specials and of course our feis (on Saturday, 2/17/18) in downtown Lancaster, PA. Beautiful handmade awards for all levels, beginner through open champ, as well as some delicious treats for team, round awards and other special competitions.

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Subject: Are there any new TCRGs or ADs in the region? I see several listed on the MAR board and wondered whethere congratulations are in order in NE too.

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Ashlyn Rockwell .... So Proud of all the hard work! (NT) -- Op, 21:41:04 12/12/17 Tue
Heard Joe Harrison too! (NT) -- congrats all, 05:24:25 12/13/17 Wed
Caitlin Haggan (NT) -- Congrats!, 10:06:39 12/13/17 Wed

Congratulations Caitlin! Not surprised, you're fab! (NT) -- a fan, 12:30:05 12/13/17 Wed

Subject: Full panel of Worlds judges, mandated and voluntary.

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MANDATED

Ann Hall USA
Charmaine Chase Australia
David Smith Scotland
Esther Bromley Italy
Hilary Joyce-Owens England
Kathleen Keady-Walsh USA
Linda Martyn Ireland
LuAnn O’Rourke-Boyd USA
Niall O’Leary USA
Tanya Dirrane England

SELF-NOMINATED

Annette Doolan Kane Ireland
Chris McPartland England
Claire Usher-McMorrow Ireland
Darren Maguire USA
Denise Elebert Ireland
Jonathan McMorrow Ireland
Kathleen Maguire-O’Shea England
Katie Maguire-McMorrow England
Kerry Cooney-Nutley England
Liam Harney USA
Mandy Hennigan England
Marie Duffy Pask England
Mary Kay Heneghan USA
Miceal Hopkins USA
Noreen McCutcheon Scotland
Pat Hall USA
Sean Hennigan England
Siobhan Dorman Ireland

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Subject: ADs who have been mandated for WORLDS listed below. Sorry for the dancers who worked hard to qualify and now can't dance.

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Bromley Esther Italy
Chase Charmaine Australia
Dirrane Tanya UK
Hall Anne USA
Joyce Hilary UK
Keady Walsh Kathleen USA
Martyn Linda Ireland
O'Leary Niall USA
O'Rourke Boyd Luann USA
Smith David Scotland

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Reading this list I can see that HPK, OSC and Smith-Houlihan are now out. Any other NE schools? (NT) -- ?, 17:37:55 12/11/17 Mon

Did smith H have any qualifiers ? (NT) -- Not sure, 22:00:43 12/11/17 Mon

Yes in U12. Most of their dancers are too young. (NT) -- X, 22:11:57 12/11/17 Mon

Who's the OSC connection? (NT) -- Not up on all the associations, 20:22:16 12/12/17 Tue

Hilary Joyce Owens is their workshop teacher (NT) -- Congrats to those next in line!, 05:57:24 12/13/17 Wed

Why is Smith-Houlihan out? (NT) -- *, 22:01:01 12/11/17 Mon

Associated with Orourke. (NT) -- X, 22:12:59 12/11/17 Mon

He's been O'Rourke's workshop teacher for many years. (NT) -- so there's an association, 05:14:34 12/12/17 Tue

When will they list the non-mandated judges? I'm guessing many will be from the same schools, but not all. (NT) -- *, 22:14:02 12/11/17 Mon

There are mandated judges, and non-mandated? How does it work? (NT) -- newbie, 07:47:04 12/12/17 Tue

Mandated judges are those selected without prior warning by CLRG each year who are required to judge Worlds (although they are allowed to defer one year) Afterwards, the remaining (non-mandated) judges are drawn from the list of adjudicators who have put their names in( ie volunteered) to judge. -- otdm, 08:23:54 12/12/17 Tue

They are posted on main board (NT) -- X, 12:56:23 12/12/17 Tue

For this to be a TRUE worlds no dancers should ever be disqualified by association - use judges from other international ID associations or use unaffiliated qualified judges. Dancers should only be out due to injury or their own choice (NT) -- not complete if best are out, 07:07:51 12/21/17 Thu
New to all of this but not so new to not recall a not so great association with one of these judges being pegged as dishonest several years ago. Is this Water under the bridge? (NT) -- ?, 19:26:29 12/23/17 Sat

Subject: Worlds room Glasgow available due to association. Prepaid at almost half of price now.

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Central location. Hampton by Hilton Glasgow Central. 2 single beds includes breakfast daily.
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Subject: Nans Block - when does it open and is there a list of hotels that will be included?-thanks

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Date Posted: 15:08:56 12/11/17 Mon

Trying to figure out locations, pricing and just the whole thing!

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Subject: Is the Horgan winter feis happening??

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Date Posted: 17:14:26 12/10/17 Sun

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I emailed the school a few weeks ago and never received a response. I suspect not as they are usually very responsive. (NT) -- Bummer, 08:26:34 12/11/17 Mon

Subject: Prelim worlds

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Dance mom
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Date Posted: 12:27:06 12/10/17 Sun

If you are a prelim dancer and you qualify for worlds because others can not go due to conflict does the new rule that if you qualify for worlds and are in prelim you must compete as an open dancer moving forward regardless of firsts apply?

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No you can dance at worlds and go back to prelim. (NT) -- Never heard that rule, 13:32:36 12/10/17 Sun
That's a rule for NANs if you qualify due to winning enough 1sts, not a Worlds rule. Can't go to NANs by virtue of being Open and then feis rest of the year in prelim, even if wins were all in same year. (NT) -- At least that's how I understand intent., 14:54:48 12/10/17 Sun
Ahhh -- Dance mom, 15:06:52 12/10/17 Sun
I looked up New rules -- Dance mom, 15:13:35 12/10/17 Sun
Do you qualify for worlds because others don't get to go, or do you just get to go? Do they make that distinction? (NT) -- ?, 05:17:58 12/11/17 Mon

The letter says, "the following dancers have qualified for the World Championships. . . " (NT) -- HTH, 05:37:55 12/11/17 Mon

Is this a new rule just your region? If dancer WQ she automatically goes to OC? (NT) -- my dd spent six more months as prelim after WQ in diff region, 09:06:43 12/11/17 Mon
That rule is not listed on the NE syllabus requirements under the North American Feis Commission which regulates competitions in North America and found nothing stating that on the Worlds syllabus either. (NT) -- ??, 10:35:36 12/11/17 Mon

This is an interesting question. My guess is the new clrg rule is aimed at the UK and IRE as dancers over there appraently move back down to prelim every year just to get trophies. The whole prelim thing is different over there. However, the rule does not state it only applies over there, so who knows. (NT) -- --, 14:35:03 12/11/17 Mon

Where is this new rule published? Have looked all the normal places and can't find it. TC does not have notice of it. (NT) -- Dancer, 07:00:21 12/12/17 Tue

Subject: Grade Exams

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Date Posted: 20:41:06 12/09/17 Sat

Hi, does anyone know of any grade exams that are occurring in the next few months in our region or in Mid-Atlantic? Thanks!

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OSC is doing them at the end of January. Not sure if it's too late to sign up. (NT) -- Could email Lisa to check, 09:44:05 12/10/17 Sun
Can you explain the importance/need for grade exams? Don't understand the reason why they are seeming to become mandatory for dancers. (NT) -- curious, 12:08:05 12/10/17 Sun

AS of 2018 if you want to be a TCRG you must have completed all 12 grades before you can apply to take exam. Was not a requirement previously. (NT) -- hth, 12:40:41 12/10/17 Sun

Yes but exams are now becoming mandatory even though not a lot of dancers are planning on becoming TCRGs. (NT) -- --, 13:33:40 12/10/17 Sun

Where and when are they becoming mandatory? 17 years in Irish dance and I have not heard of this. (NT) -- Interested, 16:14:09 12/10/17 Sun

It’s in the info on the Grade Exams on the CLRG website. Link inside -- ~Kris, 18:07:29 12/11/17 Mon

Thanks, Kris, but the AP seems to be saying the grades exams are mandatory even if not planning on becoming a TCRG and I don't see anything about that on this syllabus. (NT) -- confused, 19:22:06 12/11/17 Mon

Ah, yes, I didn't catch that. I haven't heard of that either. Perhaps there are TCs out there who are having their dancers do them regardless? (NT) -- ~Kris, 07:19:46 12/12/17 Tue

The grade exams are a way for the CLRG to make money. Making Open Champ dancers who are trying to sit the TCRG exam go back and pay money to do a beg reel and light jig is ridiculous. -- so frustrating., 22:53:16 12/11/17 Mon

I'm an open champ dancer and hopefully a future TCRG jumping through those hoops right now, some thoughts inside. -- more inside, 10:14:42 12/12/17 Tue

Not sure why the need to wait 3 months in between. Wish they would let open champs do more at a time. I wouldn't mind doing them if I could do them all at once. But it is too much money having to fly around to different ones. Would rather just have more extensive dancing portion on tcrg. (NT) -- Annoyed, 10:38:40 12/12/17 Tue
That is a good suggestion. If they want to test knowledge of lower level dances, then at least let dancers who are old enough to take TCRG test take the grades in larger groups than three. (more) -- so frustrating, 23:20:46 12/12/17 Tue

It is frustrating dd was a top dancer , has been a professional show dancer for 4 yrs , would like to do her TC but impossible to do exams with schedule. 4 yrs ago the exams were not around so much (NT) -- mm, 06:59:06 12/13/17 Wed

Yes I absolutely would have done them growing up, but they were never offered. Going to cost me thousands of dollars now. (NT) -- Frustrated, 10:10:28 12/13/17 Wed

Subject: Inishfree Feis

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Date Posted: 18:24:42 12/08/17 Fri

We are now open for entries on Feisweb.com! Please join us for our 26th Annual Feis on Sunday, February 25, 2018.

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Subject: Selling Dresses - Does anybody use the websites anymore that you pay to list or pretty much just the free facebook sites?

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Date Posted: 07:09:44 12/08/17 Fri

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Current buyer - I like the websites for the search functionality. (NT) -- Too easy to miss things on FB., 07:22:00 12/08/17 Fri
I have always bought dresses found on the key (big) FB pages and have sold primarily through usedsolodresses.com which does not cost money. (NT) -- So, both, 09:09:26 12/08/17 Fri
Thanks for the feedback! (NT) -- OP, 12:11:20 12/08/17 Fri
selling dress -- Dance mom, 15:53:21 12/09/17 Sat

I have sold many dresses on feisdresses.com. I never use pay sites anymore, but did in the past. I always post a dress on Facebook pages, but usually sell through feisdresses. The Facebook pages are too hard for buyers to navigate and dresses are only seen when they are first posted. (NT) -- jmho, 14:37:32 12/11/17 Mon

Subject: Next in line

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Date Posted: 20:49:41 12/07/17 Thu

Question re: next in line rule...someone said they found out mid-December that their daughter was next in line. How do they find out? Email? Snail Mail?

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I seem to recall your TC is informed and then lets you know. (NT) -- how i remember it, 20:54:23 12/07/17 Thu

I think so too. One reason for this might be that it is up to the TC whether to let you go this way. Ours does not normally let dancers who did not qualify originally go just because a qualified dancer is unable to attend due to judging conflicts. Saw her allow it just once when the dancer was about to retire so it was their last chance. (NT) -- it's up to the TC, 05:23:31 12/08/17 Fri

That's too bad for you. I know of dancers who "have gone this way" who went on to consistantly WQ, and others who have qualified once or twice and never again. Congratulations, go and enjoy it! (NT) -- carpe diem, 04:50:30 12/09/17 Sat

Our TC doesn't let dancers who didn't qualify go either. Those who qualify have earned the right to go. Those who didn't qualify have not earned it. (NT) -- torn but kind of agree with her, 08:18:39 12/09/17 Sat

Do they retroactively give the next in line dancers a sash? (NT) -- ?, 16:07:08 12/10/17 Sun

No. The sashes were given only to those who qualified at regional competition. No sashes given to those who may go because someone that did qualify is out due to judging conflict. (NT) -- hth, 04:51:44 12/11/17 Mon

I don't think it has been officially announced yet. (NT) -- **, 05:37:32 12/08/17 Fri

Can't know who is next in line for sure until judges are officially announced. So hopefully within the next week (NT) -- ., 06:20:48 12/08/17 Fri

FB congrats are popping up, so next in line news is out (NT) -- *, 15:50:49 12/10/17 Sun

So is it definitely HPK and OSC that are out? (NT) -- ?, 09:30:54 12/11/17 Mon

Yes Hilary Joyce is OSC workshop teacher, so OSC out, and HPK judging. (NT) -- HTH, 09:35:21 12/11/17 Mon

And doesn't Michael Smith workshop of O'Rourke? And wouldn't that put Smith Houlihan out? (NT) -- Just wondering, 12:11:14 12/11/17 Mon

Yes Smith is out (NT) -- ., 13:26:53 12/11/17 Mon

Subject: Shamrock Irish dance accessories ultimate dress bag

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Date Posted: 09:05:02 12/07/17 Thu

Looking for review of the shamrock Irish dance accessories ultimate dress bag. Looks amazing but for 200$ would love any feebback someone who owns one can give. Can it be "carried on" an airplane ? Thanks for any help

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Subject: Rounds

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Dance mom
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Date Posted: 07:17:53 12/07/17 Thu

Where can I look up what are the required dances (Reel or SJ? TJ or HP?) for a certain age group at upcoming Oireachtas or Nationals?

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For every age group except U22 and O22, the dances stay the same every year, so you can look up last year's syllabus for the answer. Unfortunately, U22 and O22 will not know the dances they are doing until a syllabus comes out. (NT) -- hth, 07:41:18 12/07/17 Thu

Ok thank you! I wasn’t sure if they ever changed year to year. (NT) -- DM, 07:54:38 12/07/17 Thu
Generally seniors switches every year, so I would assume 022 will switch dances. Not sure what U22 will do as the double age is new. (NT) -- Q, 12:49:40 12/08/17 Fri

Subject: Holiday Dancer Ideas

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Date Posted: 08:37:26 12/06/17 Wed

Looking for a holiday gift idea for your dancer check out these two stores for some unique dancer gifts!

Coughlans Irish Imports https://squareup.com/store/coughlansirishimports and Eight Count Apparel www.8countapparel.com

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Subject: Has anyone who ordered a set video at Oireachtas received it? We ordered online when we returned, but haven't heard a peep. I suspect they may have a backlog they are working through.

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Set Video -- DM, 14:34:00 12/05/17 Tue

Oops (see inside above) (NT) -- DM, 14:35:15 12/05/17 Tue
Thank you so much! I completely missed that! (NT) -- OP, 16:57:15 12/05/17 Tue
You're welcome!! (NT) -- DM, 19:11:42 12/05/17 Tue

Subject: Still looking for an Oireachtas patch from 2016 (last year) someone had replied they thought they had an extra. Could you email me?

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Date Posted: 14:12:17 12/05/17 Tue

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Subject: What is with the crazy high wigs .. they look so unrealistic .., no flattering yours need like 3 sponges.. is it me

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Date Posted: 18:59:06 12/04/17 Mon

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There was another bad speller posting about not liking some looks at Oireachtas. Know her? (NT) -- Get over it, 20:18:09 12/04/17 Mon

Ouch! Is there really a need for such a nasty response? (NT) -- --, 05:16:52 12/05/17 Tue

Is there a need for nasty commentary on children's looks ?? Don't dish it if you can't take it . (NT) -- Whatever makes you feel better, 05:44:20 12/05/17 Tue

OP was making a general observation on a trend - nothing more, nothing less. Sheesh! (NT) -- --, 11:22:31 12/05/17 Tue

I don't know him do you (NT) -- Ww, 04:35:35 12/05/17 Tue
I like it, maybe because my dancer smaller, but it gives her some height! (NT) -- Dm, 04:56:59 12/05/17 Tue
OP, this is so poorly written it is nearly incomprehensible. (NT) -- smh, 04:59:36 12/05/17 Tue
It’s sounds like someone with big hair beat you. She can probably write a declarative sentence as well. This must be difficult for you. (NT) -- sad, 05:29:38 12/05/17 Tue

How exactly do you do these kinds of wigs? Is it 2 wigs? Or a few donuts? (NT) -- Rookie bun wig mom, 06:18:10 12/05/17 Tue

We use two large donuts on the very top of the head. Then you might have to really stretch the wig over it to fit. (NT) -- HTH, 06:50:11 12/05/17 Tue

Again, why such an unnecessarily nasty response? (NT) -- --, 07:10:08 12/05/17 Tue

I like the big high wigs. If you have a large crown the hair should show above the crown otherwise it looks like a pope hat. The two donuts should be right above the ears too so the wig is not too far back. -- Senior dancer :), 09:42:27 12/05/17 Tue

To each his own. At the end of the day, it’s about the dancing. -- Have to say, 10:03:27 12/05/17 Tue

I wish (NT) -- That'd be nice if it were true, 10:16:14 12/05/17 Tue

Nobody's super tall wig ever got them a placeement. It really is about the dancing. (NT) -- let's keep it real, 13:32:44 12/06/17 Wed

Judges don’t care how high your wig is. (NT) -- Seriously, 11:49:38 12/05/17 Tue

Subject: Are hard shoes supposed to hurt...?

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Date Posted: 18:31:01 12/04/17 Mon

My daughter started hard shoes over the summer, and has never complained that they were uncomfortable until just recently. I guess now that she's gotten the steps, her teachers are now paying special attention to technique? In any case, they want her to work on keeping her heels much higher off the ground.

I can see why, because even to my inexperienced eyes it looks much fancier that way, but my daughter says it really hurts :( She doesn't usually complain about anything, and has never been bothered by the shoes until now, but she finds it more painful than she can take, to try to keep her heels up high off the floor.

Is this normal? She has asked some of the champion-level kids who help teach the class, and they say everyone feels like that, and that you get used to it. And they're so awesome in general, both as dancers and as teachers, that I'm 99% sure they're probably right... But I'm just worried that I'm letting her do herself some damage, if it hurts as much as she says it does.

I've emailed her teacher, too, but I'd really appreciate opinions from other moms, who surely must have asked themselves if it can really be ok for it to be so painful...?

Thanks for any advice!

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A few questions (more) -- --, 18:43:40 12/04/17 Mon

answers -- NewbieMom, 19:00:05 12/04/17 Mon
Sounds more like it may be a medical problem with the sesmoid bones... is it both feet? Google it if so hard shoes make it worse and she may need medical help (NT) -- ??, 19:03:29 12/04/17 Mon

That may not be it since she says she has no pain when doing soft shoes. More likely, in my opinion, is that the used hard shoes may be the culprit. Used hard shoes may not have had sufficient support in them. Please have the TC take a look at your dd's hard shoes to see if they need to be replaced. (NT) -- old mom, 19:52:30 12/04/17 Mon

Could still be sesimod depending on foot anatomy/shoes. My hard shoes cause some sesmoid issues, but my soft shoes do not, because of the length of my toes and the size of the hard shoe tip - it puts the pressure on my feet in a different place than when I dance in soft shoes. (NT) -- ~e, 11:30:02 12/06/17 Wed

Shoes may be too big.... more inside -- K, 15:49:10 12/05/17 Tue

Thanks! I'll ask her teacher to check! -- NewbieMom, 21:11:03 12/05/17 Tue

Also, speaking of sesamoid bones, you can get Dr Jill's pads, I think they distribute the weight and take it off that area. I wish we bought them a long time ago. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! (NT) -- dm, 13:32:51 12/06/17 Wed
Hard shoes can be painful. You have to figure out what works best for your dancer. There are a lot of types of shoes. I always put heel pads in my shoes to make them fit right and not rub. Champion dancers usually wear the bendy black sole shoes but I've found the hard tan sole ones are sometimes better for beginners because they are stiffer and support the feet more even if they are a bit clunkier. Try some options and see what works. (NT) -- Retired dancer, 13:00:26 12/08/17 Fri

This is the reason dd's TC does not allow young dancers to wear those bendy black-soled shoes. They all have to break in their leather-soled hard shoes themselves. The older champ dancers can make their own decisions about hard shoes. (NT) -- our experience, 07:18:54 12/10/17 Sun

Exactly. I always chose the stiff ones when I got older because the bendy ones killed my feet. Support is better if you are prone to any injuries. I can see why some of the younger ones want the bendy ones when they are growing so fast. I wore the grey sole fays when I was younger, kind of in between stiff and soft. (NT) -- Dancer, 13:38:05 12/10/17 Sun

Subject: Christmas feis

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Date Posted: 16:40:14 12/04/17 Mon

Is there any way to sort the info on feisweb to see how many are in a group?

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PS -- Op, 16:52:17 12/04/17 Mon
Use CTRL F. Enter competition number and search (NT) -- Xxx, 17:24:02 12/04/17 Mon

Thanks (NT) -- Op, 17:34:20 12/04/17 Mon

Be aware that either they're waiting for checks still, or they're not quite caught up to entering the paid entries. (More inside) -- HTH, 18:34:19 12/04/17 Mon

__ -- Op, 19:56:03 12/04/17 Mon

Subject: Travel bag for dress

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Date Posted: 13:54:51 12/04/17 Mon

What kind of dress bag is carry on compliant so that we don't have to worry about checking the bag

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Also looking for a smaller dress bag... hoping for recommendations. (NT) -- Please help :), 12:54:11 12/06/17 Wed
Helen Doyle or Kelso both make a travel wedge bag. (NT) -- We travel with Helen Doyle bag never had an issue., 08:18:26 12/07/17 Thu
Helen Doyle especially with the softer skirts etc, my senior lady was able to easily carry 2 dresses and shoes in 2nd size up (NT) -- mk, 19:35:38 12/07/17 Thu

Subject: Does anyone have an extra patch from the 2012 New England Oireachtas? TIA

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Date Posted: 13:11:29 12/04/17 Mon

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I don't think they had patches in 2012. At least we didn't get one. (NT) -- am I wrong?, 14:43:50 12/04/17 Mon

Perhaps - our 1st Oireachtas was all about to me! Does anyone know for sure? (NT) -- OP, 16:12:38 12/04/17 Mon

*a blur (NT) -- OP, 16:13:47 12/04/17 Mon

Subject: Does anyone have an extra patch from the 2012 New England Oureachtas? TIA

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Date Posted: 13:10:39 12/04/17 Mon

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Subject: Why did they only place 25% in the medal rounds at the Holly feis today? Were those candy canes so expensive that they didn’t have enough to go around?

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Date Posted: 19:08:50 12/03/17 Sun

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And did it seem that the host schools had a lot of rooms roped off for their personal use? Felt like a can of sardines in that building. (NT) -- 🐟, 04:37:18 12/04/17 Mon
Downstairs room -- Mom, 06:06:15 12/04/17 Mon

I loved all the room in the downstairs room though! (NT) -- Happy with the space, 08:20:08 12/04/17 Mon

If only they had room on stage. Dance floors were crazy small!! (NT) -- DM, 04:22:40 12/05/17 Tue

My DD's Prelim round definitely placed 1/2. Are you sure you aren't looking at some ties... that make the number of placements smaller? -- FeisM, 07:02:00 12/04/17 Mon

Nope, there were no ties. It was definitely only 25%. I did hear that they started the day off with 50% placement, but this switched over to 25% at some point. No idea why considering they were just handing out candy canes at this point, and not medals. (NT) -- DM, 07:59:34 12/04/17 Mon

You are correct, the did not place 50% in my daughter's group either (NT) -- And they gave out medals initially then switched to the candy canes, 08:17:58 12/04/17 Mon

Sounds like they didn't order enough medals; substituted with candy canes but didn't really have enough of those either. (NT) -- just a thought, 09:01:20 12/04/17 Mon

On Feisweb it is all 50% and up as far as percentage placed in champs - are we talking about grades? (NT) -- ?, 09:10:10 12/04/17 Mon

No we are talking about champs, but medal rounds, not overall placement. (NT) -- DM, 09:46:43 12/04/17 Mon

Right. Medal round medallers are never recorded on Feisweb (NT) -- **, 10:03:54 12/04/17 Mon

Do they normally place 25% for rounds? Usually don't see more than 1st-3rd place. Is this a regional thing? (NT) -- MidAmerica Mom, 22:31:26 12/21/17 Thu

Subject: any results for prelim u10 today? don't see it in Twitter tx

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Date Posted: 15:39:28 12/03/17 Sun

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Were any results tweeted for other comps? If so, where could I find those? (NT) -- thank you, 05:15:21 12/04/17 Mon
all results were tweeted under the feis name (NT) -- saw them yesterday, 05:29:46 12/04/17 Mon
All results up on Feisweb. (NT) -- posted very quickly!, 05:57:05 12/04/17 Mon

Subject: Is it soft shoe first at the Holly feis?

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Date Posted: 07:25:14 12/01/17 Fri

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Schedule lists hard shoe first for prelim (each group listed as HP/R, TJ/SJ). (NT) -- hoping that's right, 17:09:25 12/01/17 Fri

I think that what you are referring to is an indication of how dancers registered, with outliers listed 2nd (and based on last year, does not indicate dance order.) Pretty sure prelim and open traditionally do soft shoe first at this feis, just wondering if that will be the case on Sunday. (NT) -- op, 03:34:01 12/02/17 Sat

Subject: Make sure to join us on February 17th in Lancaster, PA for the first annual Rose and Shamrock Festival and Feis!

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Date Posted: 23:22:41 11/30/17 Thu

Our no solo costume/no wig feis will be happening in conjunction with a huge, free, indoor Celtic festival at the beautiful Downtown Marriott & Convention Center. The feis will feature:

*sashes for top 5 in prelim and open
*delicious round medals for prelim and open
*entries and tabulation by Feisweb
*beautiful, locally made awards
*special needs competition, first feis, family dance, 2 hands, 8 hands and treble reel for charity
*a full range of leveled adult comps including an adult showcase and ceilis
*food, music and art competitions

Overall cap of 800, champ cap of 400. A room block will be available at the Downtown Marriott for $139/night. View the entire syllabus plus all other information about the festival at www.roseandshamrock.org. We look forward to welcoming you in February!

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What day are Champs competitions- Saturday or Sunday? -- ID, 10:49:50 12/01/17 Fri

States feis is on 17th so would assume all dancing on the 17th (NT) -- ??, 13:27:18 12/01/17 Fri

Yes, all dancing is on Saturday the 17th. (NT) -- Rose and Shamrock, 22:02:26 12/01/17 Fri

What do they wear instead of costumes? All black? -- Feis momma, 17:43:24 12/03/17 Sun

Yes, all black is fine. Simple skirt and leotard for the girls, shirt and pants for the boys. (NT) -- Rose and Shamrock, 06:13:04 12/04/17 Mon

is that the specific costume required? or is anything an option as long as it isn't a solo costume? (NT) -- question, 10:27:33 12/04/17 Mon

Leotard and skirt, plain dress, school costume, traditional Irish garb is fine for girls and shirt, pants or anything traditional (kilt) for boys as long as they meet general costuming rules (cover collarbone, etc). (NT) -- Rose and Shamrock, 06:47:50 12/06/17 Wed

Subject: Have judges been announced for Nationals yet?

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Date Posted: 15:39:23 11/29/17 Wed

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They are typically not announced until after the Worlds judges are announced, which can't happen until the last Oireachtas' happen this weekend. I believe the voting happens at the teachers meeting the week after, but I could be wrong? (NT) -- hth, 15:42:17 11/29/17 Wed
I heard a major NE will be judging (NT) -- SS Mom, 13:18:28 11/30/17 Thu

Which? Don't they vote? (NT) -- Just wondering, 17:14:16 11/30/17 Thu
Yes, rumors at O said 2 large NE schools were out. Will have to wait to see if it's really true. (NT) -- patience, 05:17:10 12/01/17 Fri

So glad our teachers are not judges so we never have to miss majors. (NT) -- grateful dancer, 05:41:07 12/01/17 Fri
Do you mean two large NE schools out for World's, not NANs? Because I'm pretty sure that is true for World's. I'd be very surprised if it was also true for NANS (NT) -- Patience, 05:45:38 12/01/17 Fri

Yes, I heard worlds as well. (NT) -- A bit disgusted, frankly., 10:47:37 12/01/17 Fri

Why disgusted? (NT) -- Just curious?, 19:46:11 12/01/17 Fri

Yikes! Don't feed the troll! (NT) -- --, 05:11:56 12/02/17 Sat

Really?? Who? (NT) -- ?, 11:22:42 12/01/17 Fri
HPK and OSC out for Worlds (NT) -- dm, 21:24:46 12/01/17 Fri

Hpk? Really? I presume the H part surely after everything? (NT) -- ...., 01:02:52 12/02/17 Sat

Yes their kids can’t dance at worlds because they’re judging. Smith houlihan too their workshop teachers are judging worlds also (NT) -- dm, 08:11:15 12/02/17 Sat

Who are Smith-Houlihan's workshop teachers? (NT) -- curious, 18:49:15 12/02/17 Sat

SH doesn't have workshop teachers. SH teachers do workshops elsewhere all over US. (NT) -- X, 21:43:57 12/02/17 Sat

Thanks, that was always my understanding but I saw someone comment that they were out due to their workshop teachers so I wondered. (NT) -- thanks, 18:12:49 12/03/17 Sun

I assume they mean that one of the schools where they workshop, has a teacher that is judging Worlds? (NT) -- x, 22:06:58 12/03/17 Sun

To clarify, they are 'out' because they are adjudicators at Worlds. (NT) -- --, 05:03:59 12/02/17 Sat

I think the "they" is only one: K (NT) -- **, 08:18:29 12/02/17 Sat

Wonder when the "next in line" dancers will be informed. (NT) -- ??, 08:19:26 12/02/17 Sat

December 10th (NT) -- em, 12:10:54 12/02/17 Sat

I've always wondered why this is done. If dancers who WQ are out due to judging conflicts, why send non-qualified dancers in their place? (NT) -- makes no sense, 08:01:53 12/03/17 Sun

Makes perfect sense, more inside -- jmo, 10:43:11 12/03/17 Sun

Not quite. If someone representing Team USA gets injured before a world championship in sport, the next in line gets to go, yes, but the injured person does not get to go automatically the following year. That is the case in Irish dance. It's great to get a bump-up spot, but doesn't follow logic. (NT) -- shirley braunstein-wegmar, 16:48:29 12/04/17 Mon

Wow - if HPK and OSC are out that will really open up a lot of spaces - at least one in almost all girls/ladies groups - 9 qualifying spots in gu13 went to HPK or OSC... (NT) -- great opportunity if true!, 16:24:43 12/03/17 Sun

Only the next two in line are eligible -- ., 20:15:08 12/03/17 Sun

Is that listed in the rules you could point me to? (NT) -- TY, 04:47:33 12/04/17 Mon

From the world's syllabus (see inside): It does not mention anything about only going down two: -- Hmmm. . ., 05:37:53 12/04/17 Mon

Subject: Any ideas on how to procure a patch from Oireachtas this year?

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Hopeful Bubba
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Date Posted: 12:53:55 11/29/17 Wed

U15 (male) dancer didn’t receive one side-stage this year.

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I have an extra somebody helped me out last year when I lost mine and sent me one, I would be happy to pay it forward (NT) -- happy, 13:42:36 11/29/17 Wed

Thanks!!!!! Will you kindly email me? -- Parkmans@hotmail.com, 08:53:24 11/30/17 Thu

Subject: Does anyone have one of the new practice pads? Review/thoughts on them? Are they worth the $

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Bought it on Black Friday and waiting for it will let you know.. (NT) -- Mom, 09:50:30 11/30/17 Thu
Bought one for my daughter last year and she has never used it. Says it is too small! (NT) -- feismum, 17:20:06 11/30/17 Thu

We have found it to have been a waste of money. It is very small. You can't even do very many drills on it. While it is technically portable, my daughter finds it somewhat awkward to schlepp it around. (NT) -- My2Cents, 05:47:47 12/01/17 Fri

Subject: Do all regions with Oireacthad have trad set? I was told in some regions you can only compete in solos if you have place d in a Feis as a prelim.. all Open can enter. How do you feel about this?

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AFAIK all others have trad set. MidAmerica is one with a placing prelim rule (more inside) -- Former MW mom, 11:14:16 11/29/17 Wed

I'd think any Prelim, never-placed or not, would qualify under Rule B. They're probably not in prelim unless they have 1st, 2nd or 3rd place in each of the 4 core dances in PW. (NT) -- doesn't say had to be current year, 18:37:13 11/29/17 Wed

I’m in mw and can tell you there’s a qualifying year (10/1-9/30). We’ve had pc dancers do trad set because they didn’t place that year so couldn’t do solos. (NT) -- Probably elsewhere on syllabus, 19:56:10 11/29/17 Wed

What a shame. That's really unfair to the grades dancers to have prelims dropping down into their competition. (NT) -- glad NE is not like that, 21:02:19 11/29/17 Wed

Don't be so quick. In NE there are prelims in trad set comps. As long as they haven't placed in prior year, they can do trad set. Some feel a high placement in trad set is better than no recalling in solos. (NT) -- It happens in NE, 05:21:37 11/30/17 Thu
Quite a few prelims in my dd's trad set competition this year. Quite a few prizewinners who have their firsts but were waiting until after O's to move up too. Happens all the time in NE (NT) -- Happy that my dd held her own!, 11:12:06 12/01/17 Fri
Not necessarily. Some people qualify for Prelims and really shouldn't be there. DDs friend has been in prelims for three years and never been able to place. She dances Trad Set and recalls but she has never been podium. (NT) -- If they don't qualify for solos, it's for a reason., 22:45:04 12/21/17 Thu

Clarification. -- Another MidAmerica Mom (see inside), 22:42:10 12/21/17 Thu

Subject: Does anyone have an extra patch from the 2016 Oireachtas (yep, last year). I am working on a Christmas project for my retiring dancer and

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Date Posted: 07:04:23 11/29/17 Wed

we are missing that one.

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I might, let me check when I get home tonight. (NT) -- I did TS last year & my daughter did solos so we did have 2 at one point., 08:28:14 11/29/17 Wed

Thank you so much! (NT) -- OP, 09:18:20 11/29/17 Wed

If you leave me an email I will reach out to you (NT) -- hapoytohelp, 04:49:35 11/30/17 Thu

Thank you so much ! (NT) -- OP, 09:01:46 11/30/17 Thu
Can you let me know once you send the email? I have been checking my spam filters to make sure nothing is getting trapped there. (NT) -- OP, 10:32:02 12/01/17 Fri

^^click on the highlighted in blue "OP" above. It will show you the email address. (NT) -- HTH, 11:22:20 12/01/17 Fri

Subject: 2018 Fairfield County Championships---I can't find the Syllubus

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Need to look something up before I register
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I just tried to find it for you but it seems there is no syllabus. Aren't they required to provide one? I know registration is open on FeisWeb but I too would like to see the syllabus before registering my dd. (NT) -- feis mom, 05:23:26 11/28/17 Tue

Thank you for looking! At least I know it wasn't just me! (NT) -- I am sure that it will be posted soon, I am just impatient! :), 09:09:35 11/28/17 Tue

I found it on penderkeady.com, if you click on Feis, there's a link to the syllabus (NT) -- NE dancer, 16:27:46 11/29/17 Wed

Subject: What are the requirement to enter and Oireachtas in Ireland?

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They go through an approval request sent by the US TC that gets discussed by the board of the Irish region that the dancer currently resides in (for school or whatever the case is), then when the region accepts or denies the entry at a meeting, the dancer competes under her own school name in that region if the application sent to the board is approved. (NT) -- Mind your business and stop trying to rain on a legit placement’s parade, 18:59:44 11/26/17 Sun

Wow! This is an Irish dance message board. People are allowed to ask Irish dance related questions. This was a legitimate one. (NT) -- no need to be nasty, 20:16:51 11/27/17 Mon

relax ..it was a legit question. even if there was only 1 dancer it was a legit placement since the comeptitor danced. Did you ever think maybe the OP was curious because they might be going overseas during the O season to study abroad??? Maybe knowing this info would be helpful vs being attacked for asking a legit question (NT) -- a xanax might help, 20:55:35 11/27/17 Mon

I noticed several school s had dancers competing this year and thought it was nice they could go to school abroad and still competendid. It now how it works sorry to offend (NT) -- Sorry, 19:04:42 11/26/17 Sun

There was nothing wrong with your question. This board has gone a little crazy lately. (NT) -- DM, 05:21:16 11/27/17 Mon

Agree...sometimes a question is just....a question! (NT) -- DM, 08:05:13 11/27/17 Mon

To the first responder, to the whole board, may I suggest that we all assume goodwill when reading questions and responses. We'd all be a bit happier and spread more kindness. (NT) -- DM, 16:45:32 11/27/17 Mon

Reading the signature used by the first responder, it would be impossible to assume good will on their part. (NT) -- realist, 18:18:54 11/30/17 Thu

the oddest thing about first response is that the information was factual and helpful which was very nice.....then the signature took a bad turn and became defensive.... (NT) -- too bad, 06:01:52 12/01/17 Fri

I noticed. Seemed a bit bipolar. Almost like the message was written by one personality and the signature by another. (NT) -- LOL, 06:23:08 12/02/17 Sat

Subject: Now available in time for Christmas: "Rinci Foirne Caillte Volume I: Thirty Lost Figure Dances."

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Amazon Books
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From the pages of history come 30 ‘lost’ figure dances, some of which have not been performed in over 100 years! By James Mueller, ADCRG with foreword by Dr. John Cullinane, SDCRG. Available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble – links at www.jamesmueller.org/books.

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Subject: Boy's Dance Pants

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Bill Roberts
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Date Posted: 23:58:48 11/25/17 Sat

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Subject: First time considering the O-C Christmas feis. Could anyone tell me if it runs on time, what type of stages,& if OC groups run concurrently

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If they are smaller. Thank you
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Anyone? (NT) -- Op, 05:35:22 11/26/17 Sun
I pulled up last year’s sched. Some younger OC groups were combined, and teen groups were concurrent. (NT) -- No idea if things ran on time; hth, 06:25:46 11/26/17 Sun

It does help a bit, thank you. Would you happen to know what kind of champ stages they have? (NT) -- Thank you- op, 07:09:29 11/26/17 Sun

Contact info for Lisa Chaplin inside -- Hth, 07:33:21 11/26/17 Sun

Thank you! :) (NT) -- OP, 09:23:18 11/26/17 Sun

Subject: Sock, hat, gloves, and scarf donations at the Realt na Nollag Feis!

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Hi everyone! The Haley school will be collecting donations of new socks, hats, gloves, and scarves at the Realt na Nollag Feis on December 3rd! There will be a bucket to place your items in at the table where you collect your numbers at the front door. They will be donated to the Pine Street Inn and distributed to people and families in need this winter. The only special request is that only white socks are donated, as the shelter cannot distribute colored socks dues to the dyes used to color them. Any color and size hats, scarves, and gloves would be so appreciated! The Holy Ghost Parish in Whitman, MA is going to the Pine Street Inn to serve a meal on December 18th and all donations collected at the feis will be sent with the volunteers serving he meal that day. Thank you all for your donations! We appreciate everyone who helps give to those less fortunate than us by giving a small item such as a new pair of socks, gloves, a hat, or a scarf; these families that benefit from your donations appreciate it as well!

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Is there a FB page that this can be posted on as well? Such a nice idea. I hope you get a good response. (NT) -- :), 21:29:32 11/27/17 Mon
Is there anyone checking messages for this feis? Emails and messages sent to both schools , by a few people, with no reply (NT) -- ignored, 20:34:09 11/28/17 Tue

My email took about a week to get a reply. It was no longer useful since I had had to make my decision in the meantime, unfortunately. (NT) -- Did eventually get a reply nonetheless., 05:32:55 11/29/17 Wed

Subject: Anyone have insight into which dances u22 will do at 2018 nationals?

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Not sure if they’ll rotate since in age group for 2 years
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No idea but your TC can probably tell you. (NT) -- sorry I can't help, 12:10:48 11/24/17 Fri

Main board reports it has not been announced yet. (NT) -- ..., 12:19:43 11/24/17 Fri

I hope they announce it soon. Not going to worlds and would like to not have to wait for the NANs syllabus to find out what to practice. (NT) -- Not OP, 14:20:22 11/24/17 Fri

Exactly why I’m wondering if anyone had any more inside info (NT) -- OP, 17:17:50 11/24/17 Fri

I don't think anybody here could, when it hasn't been announced. And if someone did post here claiming to be sharing the inside information, would you rely on the word of an anonymous stranger? I'm sure the information will be released in plenty of time. (NT) -- mom of senior lady, 07:49:18 11/26/17 Sun

Subject: Will Horgan have their Winter feis this year?

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Trying to plan winter
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Not listed on NAFC website, although their spring one is. (NT) -- Guessing not?, 07:19:58 11/24/17 Fri

Subject: Where can we find the action shots from this weekend? I don't see them on Shamrock. - were they through dancebug? I only ordered DDs set, didn't know we could get action shots as well.

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There were no action shots taken this weekend. (NT) -- HTH, 16:09:35 11/23/17 Thu
What action shots? Those aren't done at the O. Only at majors. (NT) -- sorry, 17:50:41 11/23/17 Thu

How would I know that? This was our first O. Please be kind. (NT) -- Salty much?, 09:10:23 11/24/17 Fri

Action shots were only taken during the Parade of Champions (NT) -- Dancer’s mum, 07:13:28 11/24/17 Fri
Unfortunately, there are more shots of someone sweeping the stage than of some champion dancers. (NT) -- Come ON, shamrock. #bringbackharrington, 19:58:03 11/27/17 Mon

Didn’t the6 go out of business? (NT) -- Dm, 07:38:26 11/28/17 Tue

Yes, I believe so. They had a poor quality print product and took from bad angles IMO...but in the digital format prevalent and with training they might have turned it around. (NT) -- Still much prefer Shamrock!, 08:41:35 11/28/17 Tue

wish I had ordered photos from their last year, was our first O's and forgot to order the pix (NT) -- missed out, 20:36:56 11/28/17 Tue

If you look at the progression of the pictures, it looks like there was a problem with the lighting mid parade. (NT) -- Just an observation., 00:08:29 11/29/17 Wed

Subject: Is there any new up and coming schools on our region ?

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I'd say Kanaley with a dancer one place away from WQ and solid tset numbers. Still very young and on the up and up (NT) -- Great TC at the helm, 00:13:18 11/23/17 Thu

strong language for a quote in their ad for the program book -- DM, 06:53:15 11/23/17 Thu

Wasn't there this year so can't speak to that, but know Colleen is amazing (NT) -- AP, 15:07:18 11/23/17 Thu
What? (NT) -- Mom, 06:44:03 11/24/17 Fri

Kanaley is a great school. If we lived on the Cape I would definitely consider it. I like the school's spirit. (NT) -- off-Cape mom, 07:05:06 11/23/17 Thu

Clann Lir Academy in Hingham and Middletown,RI is amazing.. Great school spirit, very welcoming and older dancers are committed not only to their own efforts, but are highly supportive of the younger ones. Parents work together with carpools and are supportive of all the dancers. Anthony Fallon is talented, creative , dedicated and inspiring teacher and Assistant Teacher Bridget TeeKing contributed to a terrific Oireachtas and Dance year overall. (NT) -- Happy CL family., 08:40:21 11/23/17 Thu

You just described my DD school as well. (NT) -- Quincy mum, 21:36:40 11/27/17 Mon

We, also, are very happy at Clann Lir. Moms & Dads are all cool, and dancers love each other!! (NT) -- Happy Clann Lir Family, 11:14:44 11/23/17 Thu

Clann Lir all the way! Daughter is a recent open level transfer, and couldn't be happier with her choice! (NT) -- DM, 12:12:10 11/23/17 Thu

Kanaley School still going Trad Set Champ and many other placements.. I checked Clan Lir too .. not many high Trad set placements and few in solo although new school how do people attend classes so far apart? (NT) -- ??, 19:56:57 11/23/17 Thu

Carpool & Commitment (NT) -- CLMom, 06:16:14 11/24/17 Fri
Clann Lir had all of its Open Champ dancers recall with 2 WQ. A n additional Prelim dancer also recalled. Dancers across the board who had not recalled before did so and some achieved a personal best. Great results for a small school. (NT) -- DM, 08:26:46 11/24/17 Fri

Whoops. Missed one. CL had two Prelim dancers recall. (NT) -- DM, 09:36:08 11/24/17 Fri

I thought Clann Lir and Ashurst Academy had great results for new schools. (NT) -- Observer, 04:52:52 11/24/17 Fri

I was going to say Ashhurst and Scoil Rince Luimni for the CT area (NT) -- Both had strong showings at O, 05:31:06 11/24/17 Fri
The high results were the ild Nevin Dancers... (NT) -- Observer, 05:44:24 11/24/17 Fri

Right. The true measure of these schools will be when they grow their own champs from scratch. (NT) -- too soon to tell, 09:07:56 11/24/17 Fri
THIS. Only once these schools produce their own champions will I (and countless others) bother to look twice (NT) -- sigh, 12:42:21 11/24/17 Fri

Mean spirited (NT) -- When putting others down lifts you up, 12:49:28 11/24/17 Fri
Condescending and uncalled for (NT) -- Try kindness, 13:28:02 11/24/17 Fri
You really are an idiot. Clann Lir’s owner had been with Nevin 10+ years before taking over. He molded those Champs. Shows how much you really know. Time to shut that pie hole. (NT) -- Sick of nasty people, 18:41:25 11/24/17 Fri

You do realize that insulting people on behalf of the school will only tarnish their reputation, correct? I'm sure Anthony would be horrified by your abusive and insulting language. This is a lovely school which does not deserve to be associated with such nasty tackiness. (NT) -- appalled, 19:01:28 11/24/17 Fri

THIS^^^ (NT) -- So true, 19:50:19 11/24/17 Fri

I wouldn't be so quick to assume this was someone from Clann Lir posting. There seems to be a lot of "pot stirring" on Voy today. (NT) -- Be Kind, 20:34:08 11/24/17 Fri

Of course they are the old Nevin dancers, when someone takes over a school they are working with the previous dancers. Did Doherty Petr i not deserve results cause they took over the previous school ? (NT) -- Why can people not be supportive of anyone in this region ??, 16:39:47 11/24/17 Fri

Congratulations to all the new schools! Teachers and students worked hard and deserve a lot of credit. Let's not take away from what these schools are accomplishing with petty snark. The four schools mentioned got noticed, have happy families and dancers and that is wonderful. If you had 1 recall, 7, 10 first place 15th place....you should all be proud. (NT) -- Sick of the tearing down., 06:24:24 11/24/17 Fri

^ This. (NT) -- DM, 08:28:51 11/24/17 Fri
Nicely said! And thank you! (NT) -- Happy Dance Mom, 18:45:32 11/24/17 Fri

Only school who had taken a child from the start and made an Open Champion MQ appears to be Kanaley.. for a new school opened for a short time that it a major accomplishment (NT) -- Bb, 19:06:36 11/24/17 Fri

Why the need to put one school over another? The original post inquired about "new,up and coming school's " so apparently both Kanaley and Clann Lir families chimed in with personal observations and praise. There's no need for any school to trash another. I am a proud Clann Lir and former Nevin parent who is equally proud to be affiliated with BOTH schools. Please stop bashing each other. No one wins in these conversations. (NT) -- DM, 20:34:39 11/24/17 Fri

Sorry I meant this to be a response for a post further up. (NT) -- DM, 20:39:21 11/24/17 Fri

I don't think the person was putting one school over anottjet .. one is a few yeats older and developed a companion dancer from the start... the other has previous dancer from an old school and I heatrd several transfers form Iker schools those dancers foundations are not from Clan Lir although will be developed :) I think that is all they meant..I think (NT) -- Observer, 08:42:51 11/25/17 Sat
Anthony Fallon has been teaching at the Nevin school for years before he took it over and thus has trained these dancers (NT) -- ne mom, 22:15:16 11/28/17 Tue

Bostons Academy showed some great results and Connolly Academy did too. (NT) -- South Shore peeps, 10:54:51 11/27/17 Mon

Subject: CLRG, Please consider making a rule of dropping the high and low at all majors and Oireachtas competitions. This would at least help take out some of the politics and would be more fair. I was never a fan, but now have come to realize how the judges can push someone down and pump someone up without being too obvious.

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I agree with that daughter missed recall in trad with a mark a 92, 86. And 72... are you lkiddinh when kids who recalled got all 80's ... if it was and 80 would have been in top 10 (NT) -- Qq, 06:05:48 11/22/17 Wed

The actual numeric Marks don't matter - Irish point scoring is based on ranking. Some judges have lower scale than others. (NT) -- Dropping high/ low on a three judge panel would only leave one, 06:34:00 11/22/17 Wed
There would be absolutely no politics in a split trad set competition. Get real. (NT) -- Seriously?, 08:19:04 11/22/17 Wed

Naive to believe there's no politics in non-champ competitions. Still impacts the reputation of the school and what it's future looks like. Politics are less in these comps but certain schools def playing (NT) -- itk, 00:20:13 11/23/17 Thu

There are no politics in TS. Give me a break. No one cares. (NT) -- Longtime OC parent, 06:39:20 11/23/17 Thu
LOL. There are no politics in TS because TS is just for fun. Does not affect the reputation of a school in any way. Nobody says oh let's send our dd to that school so she can place in TS. Solos is the focus. Solo results are what enhance a school's reputation. Solos are what get a dancer to NANS and Worlds. Most regions didn't even used to offer TS. It's an add-on to bring in additional revenue. No TC or AD is going to risk their reputation to cheat at TS. (NT) -- I promise you, 07:03:28 11/23/17 Thu

Aside from the Irish points issue, this assumes that the 72 was rogue and not the 92... (NT) -- :-), 08:34:06 11/22/17 Wed

Subject: School will be closed in 2 years

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Which school? (NT) -- Wondering, 05:34:03 11/22/17 Wed
Huh? (NT) -- this post makes no sense, 07:10:07 11/22/17 Wed
Bet it's someone trying to stir the pot from Mar Board. If you're going to post something like this. -- !!!!, 07:18:29 11/22/17 Wed
I did notice a school at the O's that has been around for decades and only had a handful dancing. I wonder if you are talking about them (NT) -- Big decline its sad, 08:03:12 11/22/17 Wed

Which school is that? (NT) -- DM, 10:41:26 11/22/17 Wed

Lynn (NT) -- NE school, 20:22:01 11/22/17 Wed

Can think of another that meets the description, too (NT) -- Curious to see what happens, 00:11:15 11/23/17 Thu
You are confused. Lynn is a MAR school; 3 of their 4 locations are in MAR. Only one is in NE. Dancers retire, new dancers come in. They may have more MAR dancers and fewer CT dancers, but that doesn't mean the school is on the wane. I think you'd need a MARO program to know for sure. (NT) -- don't be so quick to judge, 07:08:38 11/23/17 Thu

Are you talking about Lynn O'Grady Quinlan Connick? They'rve merged a couple of times, as you cantell from the name, and have a LOT of dancers - maybe not in NER but lots in MAR and a good number in SR too. (NT) -- check MAR results, 09:45:17 11/27/17 Mon

Is this a prediction, question or fact? (NT) -- Curious, 14:38:15 11/24/17 Fri

Subject: Is it usual in the Parade of Champions for one dancer to be reintroduced and to dance twice? Had never seen that before.

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They played a reel when she was a slip jig the first time. (NT) -- Mom, 20:53:17 11/21/17 Tue
I was also wondering why that was - figured there was some sort of mistake on the first go-round. Glad she had a chance to dance again then. (NT) -- congrats to all the champs, 04:26:31 11/22/17 Wed
And she pulled out a beautiful reel on top of that! (NT) -- Nice, 11:11:33 11/22/17 Wed

Subject: If geography didn't matter and you could go anywhere in NE, what school would you pick and why?

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I'd go to Liam Harney in Walpole, MA. I like the way he susses out each child's strengths and weaknesses, and works with them to showcase the former and correct the latter. I also like that he develops his own choreography instead of depending outside to come up with new steps. The school has successful teams as well as top solo dancers. I wish I had sent my now retired dd there. (NT) -- since you asked, 17:15:43 10/01/17 Sun
Harvey .. world champion ceili teams and world solo placers ... no doubt.. his dancers move through grades like butter perfect technique (NT) -- Mom, 20:01:02 10/01/17 Sun

Where is Harvey? I'm not familiar with that name. (NT) -- curious, 04:55:21 10/02/17 Mon

^^Oh C'mon. I think we can all figure out that a typo changed Harney to Harvey. (NT) -- Seriously?, 05:45:03 10/02/17 Mon

Actually schools are opening all the time. The NEO program listed a few I'd never heard of in my many years of involvement in NE Irish dance. (NT) -- legitimate question, 07:12:08 11/22/17 Wed

My daughter transferred to Harney when she was in 9th grade-best move we ever made! (NT) -- True!, 06:19:22 10/02/17 Mon
This thread is starting to read like a paid advertisement for a particular school. (NT) -- !!!, 06:43:19 10/02/17 Mon

My thoughts exactly! (NT) -- Truth, 10:33:40 10/02/17 Mon
I was the first replier. My dd never attended Harney, though she and I both wish now that she did. (NT) -- first replier, 17:53:21 10/02/17 Mon

I don't think Harney needs to advertise.... I think a lot of people would go to his school if possible (NT) -- mom, 12:09:05 10/02/17 Mon
.. (NT) -- IDM, 13:12:49 10/02/17 Mon

If being involved with with guilty cheaters is what you want for your children. Winning is not everything (NT) -- Not I, 14:07:59 10/02/17 Mon

They were caught, punished & rightfully so, their every move is scrutinized. Spend ur time instead focusing on those that are cheating & haven't been caught. (NT) -- jig mom, 07:44:42 10/03/17 Tue

What schools are cheating? If there is blatant cheating why aren't the other schools complaining? why aren't they being regularly outed? (coming from someone who abhors cheating in all forms small and large) (NT) -- o, 08:31:01 10/03/17 Tue

If I remember correctly, there were several transfers out of Harney at that time. Several parents did not want to be connected to that environment. (NT) -- . . ., 09:09:44 10/03/17 Tue

I was around at the time and don't remember there being several transfers out of Harney. (NT) -- nope, 19:43:54 10/04/17 Wed

I also think that Liam is a fab teacher and choreographer - and although he didn't cheat - I'm disappointed that he appeared to condone it by associating himself & his school with cheaters. (NT) -- DM, 17:32:49 10/02/17 Mon

My understanding is that he was asked by the region to step in so that the dancers, who were not to blame for their teachers' cheating, would be able to compete. Otherwise I believe the dancers would have been barred from competition for a year. And that would really not be fair to the kids. (NT) -- imho, 17:56:04 10/02/17 Mon

Couldn't he have just taken the kids (more inside) -- JMHO, 05:19:29 10/03/17 Tue
He saved the teachers. (NT) -- X, 06:34:15 10/03/17 Tue

That's how I see it, too. Used to hold him in the highest esteem. After that, not. (NT) -- Those 2 still make me cringe., 14:14:47 10/03/17 Tue

Perfectly happy where I am. (NT) -- Staying put, 11:52:01 10/03/17 Tue
I'd go where dance moms aren't crazy. Does that school exist? Maybe i would move. (NT) -- :), 13:29:27 10/03/17 Tue

Just as soon as you find it the crazies would move in too. (NT) -- All bonkers, 18:22:29 10/03/17 Tue
I've been in this game a long time... and honestly, I've seen just as many "crazy teachers" as "crazy Moms". (NT) -- x, 20:31:18 11/21/17 Tue

Always that crazy mom that thinks the teacher is the reason their child can't get a 1st,,,blame game we all know some (NT) -- ff, 10:52:09 10/04/17 Wed

That mom isn't always crazy, sometime she's spot on. (NT) -- Read Outliers., 17:10:23 10/04/17 Wed

Have to agree. We switched schools and it made all the difference for us! Totally different teaching styles at the two schools and the old way was not working for my dd. Finally seeing results for my dd's hard work. (NT) -- PM, 07:08:32 10/10/17 Tue

Murray is a great school. Dancers’ needs are put first and foremost; caring community; and it the competitive results are impressive at every level. (NT) -- DM, 16:28:39 10/05/17 Thu
If geography didn't matter, we would go to Kenny. (NT) -- Hope that helps, 06:19:55 10/06/17 Fri
You have to pick the school that works for your dancer... not everyone wants to compete at Open. Some do other sports and need a teacher that supports this (NT) -- dd, 13:57:22 10/10/17 Tue

Absolutley agree! My dd does dance to compete but if she didn't and her environment didn't support that we would change. (NT) -- :), 21:11:24 11/21/17 Tue

Harney Academy and Murray Academy are the regions top schools. Run by committed and caring teachers who love the tradition and competition. (NT) -- DK, 12:03:53 11/21/17 Tue
DBB (NT) -- Mom, 13:00:32 11/21/17 Tue

^ That is hysterical and obviously written by a DBB. -- -, 13:34:12 11/21/17 Tue

What they said! (NT) -- Funny, 15:40:14 11/21/17 Tue
How rude and uncalled for! Also people from within our school would never refer to ourselves as DBB. We call ourselves DBBA (NT) -- DBBA mom, 17:08:47 11/21/17 Tue

Don't care for DBBA why do so many leave this school for other smaller schools .. always the ones that don't win for them .. I have an issue with a school like this ... all image .. ho many name changes and logos (NT) -- Dd, 20:00:08 11/21/17 Tue

If you knew why they most recently changed their name, you would respect them more. (NT) -- SS mom, not affiliate with them. I applaud their actions, 06:47:24 11/22/17 Wed

Many schools add well known teachers and they don'..t change their name yearly... to reflect it.... are you saying people dont respect the other schools because all the teachers are not named...seems like a name promotion to me (NT) -- huh, 07:52:05 11/22/17 Wed

Don't you have to change the name when a named teacher leaves? Can't keep someone's name on the school who doesn't work there anymore. (NT) -- Not sure how someone leaving = name promotion., 11:19:48 11/25/17 Sat

SS mom, you have no idea what happened. (NT) -- so much drama, 17:05:16 11/22/17 Wed
Don't believe all the rumors about this split...... -- Here say...no facts, 23:42:11 11/23/17 Thu

The girls from the other fairly new south shore school were a bit stand offish the hair, make up and tan for a young trad Set dancer was a bit over the top with fake eyelashes.. maybe for open.. (NT) -- Gg, 20:05:15 11/21/17 Tue

Anonymously critiquing dancers... Whatever makes you feel better. (NT) -- Draw the line, 05:53:48 11/22/17 Wed
I'm so happy for you that a thread came up on this board into which you could insert your nasty opinion regarding a young dancer. Hope you feel good about that. (NT) -- jealous much?, 07:22:12 11/22/17 Wed

Nothing to be jealous of my child came in top 5 in this age group...with a school dress and simple make-up.. I think people are for getting what Trade set is about.. maybe it should only be school dresses ... (NT) -- aa, 08:00:32 11/22/17 Wed

So a Prizewinner Dancer who has worked hard and earned the right to wear a solo dress should be told she must not wear it at this competition as it offends you in some way? Good luck with that..... However I would agree that ANY DANCER who performs a trad set well can and should win the top box, irregardless of what they are wearing. (NT) -- x, 09:35:19 11/22/17 Wed
All the dancers show up, dance their best and feel beautiful. Be happy for all and knock it off with the snark. You are talking about kids. Would you be brace enough to approach these kids and tell them you disapprove of their look to their face? (NT) -- Stop judging, 10:05:28 11/22/17 Wed

since you mentioned it......why yes there are people who will go up to a child and parent and critisize their look - happened this weekend to at least 2 of our dancers..... (NT) -- some people need a life, 10:12:55 11/22/17 Wed

I stand corrected. That's sad to hear. Sorry that happened. (NT) -- Thanks for sharing, 10:26:10 11/22/17 Wed
Some schools only allow trade set dancers to wear a school dress even though the dancers has a solo... the comment was more about the crazy makeup and eyelashes on such a young child... it should be about dancing not looksd or dresses and yes I would have no problem telling someone.. my child made a barbie comment about it.. I think this why they made makeup rules (NT) -- mom, 11:06:05 11/22/17 Wed

So you are bragging that you would approach a child to tell them something mean your child said about them? -- WOW, 11:28:55 11/22/17 Wed
Keep in mind that in many schools the TCs dictate the look, from brands of tanner and makeup to exact wigs and headdresses to eyelashes. It may have been a choice for this child to lash up or not dance (NT) -- Don't be so quick to judge, 12:24:59 11/22/17 Wed
Glad to hear you have no issue belittling a young child regarding her looks. Your child must be so proud of you. The makeup rules apply to children U10 and it's for no makeup at all. So if a child up to that age was wearing it they should not be. But that's not what you are talking about, right? There is no rule dictating how makeup should be used on a dancer who is allowed to wear it. (NT) -- x, 12:57:24 11/22/17 Wed

Which age group? Little ones can't wear makeup? (NT) -- Get over it, 14:35:40 11/22/17 Wed

I sat in trad set room all day on Friday with our dancers. Never saw any dancers in these younger age groups with any make-up on. And didn't notice anyone in the u12 trad sets overly made up either. (NT) -- Get off your high horse, 11:35:19 11/22/17 Wed

I too was there, and saw none that were overdone in any of the younger groups. I just think this is the usual mean-spirited person who enjoys anonymously bashing other schools and their kids on the boards. And sadly others are jumping on board trying to say what schools they are without typing the names. (NT) -- and we wonder why bullying is so prevalent, 05:27:06 11/23/17 Thu

What school is this. (NT) -- Interested, 12:51:18 11/22/17 Wed
Do you mean the one that split off DBBA or the other giant (still somewhat new) SS school? (NT) -- Thx, 00:21:34 11/23/17 Thu

Connolly (former DBBA) were in there school dresses. What’s the other school? (NT) -- ?, 04:39:41 11/23/17 Thu

Oops their (NT) -- Grammar police, 04:40:59 11/23/17 Thu

Have a lovely friend who is almost always on podium and has never changed for a higher spot. Respect dancer and family!! (NT) -- :), 21:07:30 11/21/17 Tue

AGREE young Trad set dancers are looking like they are in a beauty pageant.. where are the school dresses (NT) -- Annoyed, 06:02:06 11/22/17 Wed

Why annoyed, why do you care that another kid wants to glam up? (NT) -- Not the trad set police, to each her own, 09:07:11 11/22/17 Wed

Regardless of someone else's actions the Harneys have always had class. I think for the sake of the dancers taking on another location was a problem. Sometimes people need to move on. It's in the past. It had nothing to do with Liam and he will still be known for his great teaching and his success which continues. (NT) -- People need to grow up, 14:04:56 11/21/17 Tue

Sorry meant to say *wasn't a problem taking on another location (NT) -- ^^^, 14:05:47 11/21/17 Tue
Well, there were some fishy things at this year's Os for sure (NT) -- Just sayin', 14:48:50 11/21/17 Tue

Go on... (NT) -- Wondering, 15:41:21 11/21/17 Tue

Um, nope. Sorry. Watched it all this year and have totally lost any respect I ever had for that school (NT) -- Teachers think they r above rules, 15:48:22 11/21/17 Tue

What do you mean? Jockeying for position on the podium before they even congratulated dancers? Surely you don't think the dancing is about the kids? (NT) -- Me in NE, 19:15:19 11/21/17 Tue

Not sure what you saw, but I do know what I saw in my daughter's competition at awards; gracious winners who congratulated not only their own dancers, but also those in top ten from other schools that they knew as well. (NT) -- Give it a rest already, 04:46:35 11/22/17 Wed

There are good and bad behaviors in every school. I'm sure you noticed gracious behavior, I also know I witnessed some not so gracious behavior..... (NT) -- x, 07:26:08 11/22/17 Wed

Subject: Are we starting to see a turn in feiseanna? (more inside)

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It's starting to feel like we are seeing more signs that we are pricing people out of dance and competitions. Entry numbers have been low on many competitions over the last several months, but now with Coogan not being held and no information on Gray occurring this fall, it looks as the days of abundant New England competitions may be starting to decline.

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Can't speak for others, but know we are doing fewer NE feiseanna because it's the same local judges at every time. We prefer new faces with fresh opinions so feel we are better off doing less, flying to double feis out-of-region (NT) -- just us, 06:54:16 08/15/17 Tue
Hard to say - and if you look at champ numbers for 2017 and 2016, some feiseanna had increases in champ dancers (Boston Teacher Feis) while others have had decreases in champ dancers (Dongan, Cape Cod). So many factors determine feis attendance. In my opinion, cost has not increase that much from last year to this year to make a difference. (NT) -- DM, 07:39:39 08/15/17 Tue
I was JUST going to post that it seems like the days of weekly NER feseanna are over. Could be that these schools (Gray, Coogan) are relatively small and the cost of putting on a feis (relative to fewer people signing up) is just too high to make it worth it. We are really sorry to see these two go (at least this year). Would prefer NER feseanna pre-Oireachtas than out of region. Didn't there used to be a Harney fall feis as well? (NT) -- NER mom, 08:06:59 08/15/17 Tue
Cost is a major factor it seems.. entry 75 ish them gas and a hotel easily $500 per Feis.. many people can not do that if going out of state.. like Maine and And other Feis of you posted start times or an idea of time more people would enter we stay away to avoid hotel expense if 3 hour drive -- Dd, 10:20:36 08/15/17 Tue

For us the drawback of doing NE feis is poor stage quality and same judges (NT) -- Please hire stage co to build safe, appropriate sized stages, 22:47:03 08/15/17 Tue

We are doing fewer as we are having to redirect entry/overnight costs toward paying for overnights for college tours. We are being very selective of those we do and are going out of region to have different judges. Tired of the same NE judges at each feis. (NT) -- Prioritizing, 10:32:18 08/15/17 Tue
I'm wondering if it's time to leverage resources across schools (more inside) -- Could we just need a change in approach?, 05:06:41 08/16/17 Wed

NE already has several double-feis weekends, and while they do not share a venue they almost always team up to hire judges and split their travel expenses. I'm not sure sharing a venue would produce any additional savings since these are normally rented by the day. (NT) -- longtime feis volunteer, 05:21:37 08/16/17 Wed

Hmm. That might be true for schools, but for hotels, Sunday ballroom costs are often discounted quite a bit if both days are taken - Saturdays are a bigger day for hotels so if you book the weekend it's a bonus for them (plus a 2-day event will normally mean more overnight guests for the hotel). Might be worth looking into (NT) -- Former event planner, 05:39:42 08/16/17 Wed

Since many venues in NE use schools, I wonder if that would reduce costs even further. (NT) -- Venue, 07:10:48 08/16/17 Wed

I like this idea. Other regions do this (we've done double-feis weekends in Texas a few times). While we do have some double feis weekends (actually very few anymore that are BOTH NER feises as opposed to MAR/NER feises--i.e. O'Rourke/Shamrock), there is not a lot of coordination between them. They are sometimes in different states altogether (CT and MA) or across the state (McInerney/Forbes last Fall). There is no real pooling of resources as the poster suggests, which would be MUCH better. (NT) -- Great idea., 07:42:23 08/16/17 Wed
Our experience with double-feis weekends in other regions is that it is in one venue and judges are assigned champs one day and grades the next so you don't get them 2 days in a row; in NE almost certain to have the same judges 2 days in a row (NT) -- just our experience, 10:17:27 08/16/17 Wed

Yes--as it now stands--one feis in CT and one in MA--double feis weekend but same judges at both feises. The way you describe it, they COULD actually switch the same set of judges so that champs would get two different sets of judges. Such a good idea. (NT) -- Would love to see this, 10:34:39 08/16/17 Wed

I like what the southern region does- 2nd chance feises, some on same day- but only if different judges (NT) -- worth a cheap flight, 19:14:50 08/16/17 Wed
No one has mentioned the elephant in the room, so I will. We don't feis very often because of the shenanigans. Love the dance, hate the politics. (NT) -- Bottom line, 03:48:34 08/18/17 Fri

I completely agree with you. That combined with the same judges all the time, combined with the cost....not worth it. (NT) -- Sick of the drtama, 19:40:30 08/18/17 Fri

I wish we didn't have to feis but mandatory for champs to do them prior to majors and the O at our school. (NT) -- Dance mom, 17:37:04 08/20/17 Sun
New to ID -- Dm, 11:19:04 08/21/17 Mon

They can, depending on enmity between schools/judges and bad behavior on the part of parents (recording, for example). (NT) -- Shouldn't be this way but it is, 18:21:56 08/21/17 Mon
You don't really hav to worry about this much at the feis level, or even at regionals. The stakes aren't yet high enough to engender serious shenanigans. But for NANs and Worlds, some TCs and ACDRGs are willing to compromise their integrity. One NE ACDRG got caught but the punishment was not severe, which tells me that NEIDT has no problem with cheating whatsoever. (NT) -- sad but true, 07:17:30 11/22/17 Wed

No info on Gray? I hope they will have it! Always like to go (NT) -- I, 05:58:23 08/18/17 Fri

Not listed on NAFC. Not listed on Gray website. Gray school split last year, so I'm pretty sure Gray is now only doing the Spring feis. (NT) -- **, 08:18:35 08/18/17 Fri

I must have missed that. What's the other school called? (NT) -- wondering, 18:06:29 08/20/17 Sun

Ashurst Academy (NT) -- Newtown, 19:17:22 08/20/17 Sun

Thanks. (NT) -- wondering no more, 04:43:35 08/23/17 Wed

Understandable how you would miss that because it was not dramatic, very amicable and clean split (NT) -- Gives me hope, 18:47:21 08/23/17 Wed

Several feiseanna in upstate NY have disappeared as well. I think we're up to 3 gone now in recent years. Too expensive for the low numbers. (NT) -- Only the biggies seem to survive, 21:01:08 08/21/17 Mon
Ran Torrington Feis for years -- Former Torrington Feis Registrar, 14:50:13 10/08/17 Sun
We feis less, we wait until the adjudicators have been announced then decide. In New England there are judges that seem to judge every weekend. Schools hiring these judges tend to get a few extra podium placers...some more than a few. No doubt this is the reason families from our school have stopped attending certain feis. (NT) -- DD, 10:58:55 11/21/17 Tue

Yes, I remember the mini pumpkins, we always loved the Torrington Feis. Thank you for the many years of memories! (NT) -- mom of a retired dancer, 12:31:12 11/21/17 Tue

Also feels like some NE schools who love to toot their own horns aren't willing to step up and do the work of running a feis (NT) -- Shame, 00:18:32 11/23/17 Thu

Personally I have always thought it should be mandatory to run or co-sponsor a feis. No school is too small to band together with one or two others to put on a feis. Our school co-hosts 3 per year and we are not a large school. It's a lot of work but we feel it's important. I don't understand why other schools don't step up to do their share. I have long wondered if perhaps those who don't should be barred from competition, since they are in essence freeloading.. (NT) -- just my own thoughts, 07:14:18 11/23/17 Thu
HPK has not had a feis in a few years, I believe, correct? I agree--if you want your dancers to get the benefit of feising at someone else's feis, then you should also provide a feis for other dancers to dance at. (NT) -- JMO, 16:13:53 11/23/17 Thu

Pender Keady has a feis. Not sure about the Harney side. PK calls it something different now tho ... CT State or South CT. Something like that. (NT) -- CT Mom, 08:33:50 11/24/17 Fri

Fairfield county (NT) -- ..., 12:17:56 11/24/17 Fri
Harney used to have a fall feis for years and a June feis for a few years, shame they've given up. (NT) -- hth, 21:07:49 11/24/17 Fri

I do sort of feel like the biggest mega school in the area should feel some obligation to put on a feis. Happy to have his dancers get their feis experience in every where else, but not putting in the work to put one on himself. The school has literally hundreds of parents that could volunteer to put on a feis. (NT) -- If you want to take, you gotta give, 11:56:32 11/25/17 Sat

Confused -- DM, 19:33:07 11/26/17 Sun
'Obligated to put on a feis'? Now that is the funniest things I've read in a while! (NT) -- thank you for my morning laugh!, 07:41:12 11/28/17 Tue
Actually, Harney has run feis for years - one in the fall, and I think they got the ICC feis up and running a few years ago. Both have had low turnout the past several years, so cannot blame them for letting them go as they very well may have been losing money on the events. PK is running the Fairfield Feis - IMO they have certainly given fair effort.. (NT) -- this crit is short-sighted., 08:50:22 11/28/17 Tue

HPK has a feis. It is called the FAIRFIELD COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS -- mommy, 11:29:38 11/28/17 Tue

Well, that's funny. If by "they" you mean HARNEY, you are wrong. 'Cause when you go to the feis website it takes you directly to penderkeady.com. And when you search around the website it is all about the pender ready academy and when you want to buy apparel you make the checks out to the pender Keady foundation. (NT) -- Not even a pretense that Harney is involved, 16:38:46 11/28/17 Tue

Funny, when I go to the website it very clearly says 'HPK Stamford'. But you'll see it how you want to see it. (NT) -- --, 04:44:41 11/29/17 Wed

Not a Harney feis (NT) -- Let's be honest now, 11:17:44 11/29/17 Wed

^^Exactly. And it is certainly not true (as claimed above) that "they" (meaning HPK) have been putting on this feis for years. PK has, yes, but not Harney. (NT) -- TY, 16:20:36 11/29/17 Wed

Subject: Any marks for teams?

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Pretty sure marks for teams are given to the teachers. At least that's how it was done in the past. (NT) -- fj, 13:34:25 11/21/17 Tue

Subject: Do we have to book in the block for Worlds in order to get a bracelet to get into the venue

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There is no block for worlds (NT) -- HTH, 06:41:54 11/21/17 Tue
So how much is it to enter the venue each day? (NT) -- ne mom, 01:04:53 11/23/17 Thu

Nothing like the $100 per day fee we pay at NANS for being out of block. I believe it was something like 20 Euro this year. (NT) -- **, 16:15:29 11/23/17 Thu

Why do they do that??? (NT) -- New and Curious, 19:03:14 11/24/17 Fri

Subject: Entries are open on feisweb for the December 10 Christmas feis and there will be no late fees

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Subject: Anyone know where Worlds 2019 will be held?

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Looks like Vancouver (NT) -- -, 14:36:07 11/20/17 Mon

^^I think you mean NANS. World's has not yet been announced, but I believe most people think it will be Ireland. (NT) -- DM, 15:04:07 11/20/17 Mon

Oops, yes, NANS. Sorry ‘bout that! (NT) -- -, 17:34:32 11/20/17 Mon

Subject: Where is O next year?

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Hartford next few years (heard 3 or 4 years total?) (NT) -- dm, 12:08:05 11/20/17 Mon
Hopefully the area is more prepared for us next year...and hopefully the ctcc will offer better food options, one can only eat so many chicken fingers, lol. (NT) -- not impressed, 19:27:30 11/20/17 Mon
Ewww. I wish they would move it back to Providence. So much better. (NT) -- not a fan of Hartford, 20:24:54 11/20/17 Mon
I’ve heard plenty of complaints -- Providence or Bust, 20:34:46 11/20/17 Mon
Press release from the convention center back in 2015 said we committed to at least through 2020 (NT) -- Sad Providence fan, 20:49:03 11/20/17 Mon

Three more years in Hartford? That's very bad news indeed. We're pining for Providence after this O. NEIDT, please find a way to get out of that contract and return us to Providence. It's a much better location. (NT) -- didn't like Hartford, 05:17:29 11/21/17 Tue

We heard they took on a CHEERLEADING convention ... that's the new Providence contract ... and why we got kicked out (NT) -- NE, 06:45:58 11/21/17 Tue
Then don’t come (NT) -- Won’t miss the complainers, 07:57:47 11/21/17 Tue

I'd love to, but the O is the regional qualifier and mandatory for us so we have to go. (NT) -- as I feel sure you know, 19:43:07 11/21/17 Tue

I did like the fact that there was more room for seating during awards (other than on Friday when for some unfathomable reason they refused to open the wall on Ballroom A's side) -- on the fence, 21:46:44 11/20/17 Mon
O prep -- Danceparent, 00:45:14 11/21/17 Tue
I loved Hartford! Lots of room, places to walk around outside and look at the river, no nagging to go to the mall and spend even more money. I'm glad it's in Hartford next year! (NT) -- Look at the pluses, 06:33:10 11/21/17 Tue
We LOVED Hartford. So glad we will be there for years. (NT) -- JMO, 06:43:52 11/21/17 Tue
Hartford was great, don't know what you're all on about... lol. Huge ballrooms and tons of space so awards were great, plus think about the fact that not everyone comes from the Providence/Boston area and the fact it is in Hartford is a huge convenience for dancers and families who live in western Mass or western Connecticut. Just saying. (NT) -- dancer, 06:51:46 11/21/17 Tue

Couldn’t agree more! LOVED HARTFORD! Plenty of room for dancers. So happy . Thanks NEIDT! (NT) -- More pros, 07:55:59 11/21/17 Tue
So what about those of us in VT, NH and ME. Hartford is way too far. Boston needs to be considered. (NT) -- Northern dancemom, 09:57:52 11/21/17 Tue

Boston would be amazing! Plenty of hotel options, easy to get around without driving everywhere, tons of restaurants and entertainment options as well. I know there are some pricey hotels but also a lot in budget in the city and in outlying areas (NT) -- Boston!!, 11:10:08 11/21/17 Tue

Omg it was at the Hyatt in Boston one year- right on the Charles and parking was a nightmare, hotels were a nightmare, the venue was a nightmare. WAY too overcrowded. Correct me if I'm wrong but I believe that year they were doing Traditional sets OUTSIDE in a tent.... in november.... (NT) -- not boston, 13:37:02 11/21/17 Tue

I think Boston is out due to expense. We have outgrown hotel ballrooms and need convention space. In a major city, cost would be astronomical. (NT) -- Hate the shedding rugs in Hartford., 05:18:49 11/22/17 Wed

MARO is in the Philadelphia Marriott every yea4 with higher numbers, and it’s oretty flawless -- Dm, 07:15:32 11/22/17 Wed

Wouldn't want to be them. Thanksgiving weekend is for family, imho. (NT) -- not for ID, 10:31:04 11/22/17 Wed

Subject: Does anyone know if there are videos of awards from Friday night girls competitions?

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I only see boys comps and trad sets on the google site and facebook. I am looking for Girls U11. If anyone knows where to access it, I would very much appreciate it. My phone died :(

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Twitter feed had Periscope video from Friday night. Link inside -- hth, 07:02:47 11/20/17 Mon

Oops, yes,sorry didn't see your reference to boys and TS. Girls were there at one point. (NT) -- --, 07:05:48 11/20/17 Mon

I am also hoping to see girls U13, so sad that I did not take video (NT) -- Hopeful Mom, 09:43:02 11/20/17 Mon
I was never able to see the video of the Girls Solo Comps from Friday night. Read set and boys were there - maybe they had a problem with the Girls ones? Would love if they could repost, but I think they are only up for 24 hours? (NT) -- HopefulToo, 09:58:27 11/20/17 Mon

Subject: Hartford pros & cons--I'll start. PRO: ballrooms were spacious & plenty of room to sit during dancing & awards. Plenty of room in the back to stand. Selling videos was a nice add. Sashes were lovely as were updated medals. Lots of parking. CONS: Food! There was no quality food inside the convention center! W exception of Marriott, other hotels were pretty far. Sharing practice rooms wasn't ideal. Sharing with auto show was weird but assuming cost prohibitive to have entire center. WHAT ELSE?

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I loved having room in the ballrooms. There were a few restaurants right across from the convention center. Similar to Providence--the food inside the center there wasn't healthy either from what I remember. My daughter did miss the ice cream waffle cone vendor! LOL I felt that the days ran longer this year. Not sure what changed in the schedule? (NT) -- No recall but still decent experience, 06:47:02 11/20/17 Mon
Seating in ballrooms was excellent. Food at the hotel was good. Found the healthy option--salads, yogurt, sandwiches, fruit on second floor of convention center on the last day. :( Corridor outside practice rooms was a challenge to navigate on team day. Outstanding use of social media (mostly Twitter). Missed the retail therapy that PVD mall provided following no recall, but overall, liked Hartford! (NT) -- --, 06:59:26 11/20/17 Mon
Agree! (more) -- dance mum, 07:33:30 11/20/17 Mon
Hartford -- mom, 07:37:02 11/20/17 Mon
Would absolutely agree our forward was a great venue Friday night the sound system definitely was off that would be my only complaint may be put the announcer up on the stage so we could see him as well way too many people standing but over all excellent experience (NT) -- ctfan, 07:51:51 11/20/17 Mon
Loved the larger ballrooms. Liked the location of practice rooms. Without the mall attached we really needed more options for food. There really isn't time on dance days to go out and have a sit down meal. Breakfast options would be welcomed. -- DM, 07:59:24 11/20/17 Mon
The large ballrooms were fantastic, not to mention the bathrooms! I never had to wait in line for the bathroom all weekend long! More food options would be great! (NT) -- Loved Hartford!, 08:48:14 11/20/17 Mon

Yes! Finally more than enough bathrooms for this large population! (NT) -- dance mum, 08:55:05 11/20/17 Mon

And they were clean..... (NT) -- Dm, 09:02:50 11/20/17 Mon

OP--You're so right, I failed to add that! Bathrooms were plentiful AND stayed clean!! (NT) -- NE Mom, 09:39:58 11/20/17 Mon

One major thing I hope they can fix is that mess upon leaving the parking garage. 2 people to handle that volume of cars is not nearly enough. (NT) -- dance mum, 08:57:49 11/20/17 Mon
Beautiful venue - plenty of space, loved the bathrooms. Fantastic job with social media updates and posting of recalls and results. We went to Ted's across the street for a nice lunch one day and I was very surprised it wasn't crowded. Lots of great food options across the street on Front Street. The only negative was not having a mall - but I thinks all the pros out weigh that one con. Great job NEIDT - well run event. (NT) -- No recall but happy DM, 09:14:05 11/20/17 Mon
Food was biggest complaint. Convention center would not allow outside food in, so even if you went next door to Subway, you weren't allowed to bring it in unless it was concealed. Only other complaint is that the convention center staff stopped any use of cosmetics or hair spray within the venue. A bit weird and tough to handle for competition prep. Other than that, venue was great. (NT) -- Nice change, 09:32:19 11/20/17 Mon

Wait, what? They stopped you from using cosmetics and hairspray? Inside the ballrooms out outside as well??? (NT) -- NE Mom, 09:41:37 11/20/17 Mon

It wasn't allowed in any area with carpeting, and it was enforced. They were trying to protect their carpeting. They also told people not to touch the walls. None of it bothered me; we do dd's makeup in our hotel room and she does not go around touching walls anyway. (NT) -- don't like Hartford though, 05:21:48 11/21/17 Tue

Actually had family members enjoy the car show being thee. It was fun to see the ones by the escalators and some family members enjoyed going into the show between rounds :) (NT) -- :), 09:42:36 11/20/17 Mon
Restaurants were terrible, too few, bad service. Hotels were too far to get away and take a break.Secutity was over the top, no makeup or hair products on the carpet which was everywhere, no dancing in the halls, etc. ID can be a spectacle to people unfamiliar but I didn't appreciate the men from the car show coming up to leer at the girls in short dresses and makeup. They stuck out like sore thumbs. I am still not a huge fan of Hartford, I will do some things differently next year for sure (NT) -- IDM, 10:16:52 11/20/17 Mon

If only someone actually enforced the rules about dress length..... (NT) -- -, 10:41:24 11/20/17 Mon

DRESS LENGTH -- Mom, 10:55:27 11/20/17 Mon

Though I completely agree with the ladder portion of your post I saw plenty of men in small groups in their 20s and 30s who were most certainly not there for the dancing. (NT) -- CTMOM, 11:06:26 11/20/17 Mon
Yes! Absolutely! The in-and-out of dresses in the ballroom during awards was ridiculous! For the most part the little kids were being super modest or just kept their dresses on all night, but so many older girls were in and out of their dresses in the middle of the audience. I saw so many sports bras and bloomers that I was wondering if they thought it was a locker room. -- Frustrated audience member, 21:59:02 11/20/17 Mon

We always try to go to the side or back to get the dress on... but.... -- unrealistic, 23:22:04 11/20/17 Mon

Totally agree with you on that! What I find humorous is the fact that if they were sitting or lying on the beach with less than that, it would be fine? Still the same amount of skin showing? Why the double standard? (NT) -- Bikini is OK, but. It a sports bra?, 11:02:58 11/21/17 Tue

It's not a double standard. They are not at the beach. It's not just about the amount of skin showing, it's about following societal norms. Any time people push the boundaries, other people are going to push back. If these girls were laying around on the beach in their underwear instead of bikinis, there would be comments and complaints. If the girls were running around the ballroom in their bikinis, there would be comments and complaints (NT) -- Your argument is silly, 08:19:54 11/22/17 Wed

Don’t you feel big calling people’s difference of opinion silly? Yea, impressive. (NT) -- I hate bullies., 15:47:40 11/23/17 Thu
Actually, your whole point is absolutely ridiculous. (NT) -- And your argument is ridiculous as well, 15:56:40 11/23/17 Thu

My 9 YEAR OLD was whistled at on the escalator by creepy men. At that point I was hoping for more security and kept her very close to me. Hartford is dangerous and bringing a thousand small girls there doesn’t seem very well thought out. (NT) -- Idmom, 09:29:08 11/21/17 Tue

Just got the CHILLS from that!!!! Super gross! I think we get pretty comfortable being in a school with just dance people and its not a big deal but that was certainly not the case over the weekend. We needed tickets to get into the auto show, maybe the dance venue needed to be vetted a little bit to keep the gawkers out. (NT) -- Gross, 11:15:04 11/21/17 Tue

Pleasantly surprised! Tha ballroom was fantastic. Missed hotels being closer to venue. Food options terrible. Great social media coverage. (NT) -- Happy Mom, 10:55:09 11/20/17 Mon
I agree with the last poster.. We are in public.. and some dancers in tight short shorts, tight tank tops with the hair and make-up looker very inappropriate.. we are in public and I think we need need some futurew rules on this.. Just because you got spray tanned does not mean you should run around in clothes looking like underwear.. (NT) -- mom, 11:58:34 11/20/17 Mon

I'm kind of thinking it's the parents responsibility to see that their child is adequately clothed when not actually dancing. (NT) -- But that's just me..., 15:55:16 11/20/17 Mon

I loved the venue and found with planning food was not a problem. The Starbucks line was ridiculous though.We got there late Friday and daughter danced early Sat so it took us a while to understand the set up of vendors and food was on multiple levels. The Official T-shirt vendor is out of control $65 for a thin cheap zip up was not in our budget. I think the committee can do much better here. We used the DASH bus and it was easy and convenient. (NT) -- dance mom, 12:58:36 11/20/17 Mon

yes pd $80 for a hoodie (!!!!) only because she did well and didn't get one last year but it won't be a yearly thing way too much (NT) -- toomuch, 14:51:29 11/20/17 Mon

I heard about the "makeup police" on Friday, but no one said anything to me or our crew on Sat. Loved the social medial and the electronic results! Would have liked WiFi, but overall thrilled with Harford (NT) -- elbow room in ballrooms was lovely, 13:13:01 11/20/17 Mon
The cheap ugly trophies, food, hotels too far, the extremely late awards every night, security -- dm, 15:20:16 11/20/17 Mon

Yes not to sound shallow but the trophies were horrible...even for podiim, speaking about TS can't speak to others (NT) -- :(, 16:33:43 11/20/17 Mon

I miss the days of the cups that placers received when my dancers were young - They were unique, unlike any of the other trophies, and seemed to represent the specialness of the event. I'm sure they were more expensive than the plastic-y ones now, and no, the trophy isn't the point, but recent years' trophies just seem blah incomparison. (NT) -- Just an old-timers opinion, 16:43:35 11/20/17 Mon

The loving cups were plastic too. But dd treasures all of hers from past Os. (NT) -- :), 20:30:57 11/20/17 Mon

Ballrooms were great size, stages seemed small, awards too late especially on Sunday. Dancing starting at 3,4,5 o'clock just wrong....Hartford was great! (NT) -- 10th O, 16:30:03 11/20/17 Mon

Second that the stages weren't big enough, especially in Ballroom C. (NT) -- bummer, 05:38:28 11/22/17 Wed

Hotels were unprepared- some overbooked, restaraunts closing early or so far behind that it was tough to feed dancers. No options really for vegetarians, wifi-was there any?? lol. (NT) -- missing pvd, 19:38:27 11/20/17 Mon
Not impressed -- Providence or Bust, 20:51:49 11/20/17 Mon

Why shouldn't they reprimand dancers for putting their hands on the walls? There's no need for it. Walls touched by lots of dirty hands are going to be stained by food, makeup, body oils or whatever else dancers may have on their hands. As a group, the NE Irish dance community is pretty destructive. Not a lot of venues want to have us back because of the way some people treat the venues. Have seen kids practicing hard shoe on beautiful wooden floors next to signs that say no hard shoes. (NT) -- smh, 07:22:29 11/22/17 Wed

Agree. I have wondered if Providence didn't "accidentally" double book because we are so destructive. Just walking down the hallway from the Omni to the CC every year, every possible surface was covered with food trash, ponytail/brushes/donuts/hair pins, and other similar messes left behind by dancers. And the poor people who have to clean the ballrooms at the end of the day!!! (NT) -- We are slobs!, 08:24:28 11/22/17 Wed
I guess I understand your point there. The young lady was stretching her calf muscles and had her hands on the wall, so Ithought it was a bit over the top, but what you say does make sense. Thank you for the insight. (NT) -- Thank you, 08:45:57 11/25/17 Sat

Subject: Where can we find the photos from awards?

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The videos of awards are up on the New England Oireachtas 2017 website, but the photos obviously aren't going to be up until the photographers travel home, recuperate and have time to post them. The O hasn't even ended yet. (NT) -- patient mom, 16:18:32 11/19/17 Sun

Meant to ask who the photographer was (NT) -- OP, 17:21:28 11/19/17 Sun

I think shamrock photos. (NT) -- K, 21:18:45 11/19/17 Sun
They will be on Shamrockphoto.com. The photographer told me it will take a few days. (NT) -- Also patiently waiting., 22:53:20 11/19/17 Sun
Did they also do action shots? Just saw a photo online with a watermark. (NT) -- Thanks, 04:08:51 11/20/17 Mon

I asked the people at Shamrock's booth and they said they only do action shots at Nationals. (NT) -- Wish we could have had them., 21:54:49 11/20/17 Mon

I don't see Fridays awards posted anywhere? (NT) -- DM, 06:42:03 11/20/17 Mon

Subject: Lost wristlet

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My daughter lost her blue floral Vera Bradley wristlet this weekend at the O. Either at the Marriott or the convention center, although most likely in the ballroom during awards Saturday night. It had a little bit of cash, a gas card and her driver's license. If by chance anyone found it, I would love to hear from you.

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NEIDT is posting lost and found pix on their FB page. Maybe reach out to them, too? (NT) -- Good luck!, 13:48:29 11/19/17 Sun

Thanks! -- Hoping, 15:14:06 11/19/17 Sun

Subject: How do we get the set videos? Do we order online or at the convention center?

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There is a table just after you come up the escalator (NT) -- Nice folks, 08:32:34 11/19/17 Sun

Is there a way to order them online? I forgot to visit the table. (NT) -- Mom, 18:38:26 11/19/17 Sun

company name was dance bug I believe, perhaps try contacting them and see? (NT) -- dancemom13, 21:35:28 11/19/17 Sun
I didn't get there until the table had closed. They told me to contact them through https://www.drcvideo.com/ . The company is called Dance Bug. (NT) -- HTH, 09:46:36 11/20/17 Mon
I contacted DanceBUG and they are happy to take orders. Need comp and rotation #s. (NT) -- hth, 10:29:19 11/20/17 Mon

Subject: we're there sashes for podium ts or just open

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Just open. (NT) -- DM, 11:12:56 11/18/17 Sat

Subject: Anyone know if they are giving round medals out from yesterday? There is usually a table set up but I’m not seeing it this year?

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The book says they will be posted near the practice room. Haven't seen them there yet. -- DM, 12:39:41 11/18/17 Sat
How do round medals work, is it like at a feis, where a random judge is selected for each round and 50% of the dancers get a medal? (NT) -- DM, 13:20:05 11/18/17 Sat

Yes it’s similar to a feis with a couple of judges selected. However, I believe at Oireachtas, it’s only 25%. (NT) -- DM, 14:44:54 11/18/17 Sat

I haven't seen any medal round postings or have talk to anyone that has any info at all. Do you happen to know where we find out? (NT) -- DM, 18:32:08 11/18/17 Sat

They were at the table where programs were sold during tonight's awards. (NT) -- HTH, 19:35:54 11/18/17 Sat

Subject: Trying to understand

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Do you need to compete at NERO to qualify for Nationals if you are still a prelim dancer? TY.

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Yes- and place in a NQ spot. Unless you get to OC before the cutoff date. And of course your TC is good with it. (NT) -- -/, 07:02:44 11/18/17 Sat
A prelim dancer can't dance at NANS unless they either Nationals-qualify at their Oireachtas or else achieve the required firsts to move to OC prior to May 1st. (NT) -- OC mama, 18:52:17 11/18/17 Sat

Subject: I️ time

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My daughter worked so hard. She practices an hour to an hour and a half a day and she did trad sets today. No recall and she is devastated a lot of her team mates who aren’t practicing recalled and she is just asking herself why should she get up and practice every day when they just do five minutes here or there and see better results. How do I️ show her that her hard work will pay off? This is her third O and she had a recall last year.

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It's not always about how often you practice but what the quality of your practice is. Speak to her teacher and see what it is she needs to improve on and then, Mom, you have to become a little bit of an expert and help her when she practices. Just encourage her. Growth and improvement can come through failure as long as you don't sit down and give up. (NT) -- It will be okay. Congrats on your 3rd O's!, 05:25:17 11/18/17 Sat

I agree with the statement that it is not the quantity of practice but the quality. If your dd is feising with that set, what were the comments she received? Those are the likely reasons and TC needs to help correct those issues. (NT) -- No name, 06:11:40 11/18/17 Sat

If your daughter did TS on Friday she is still pretty young. Perhaps she had a growth spurt that has affected her form temporarily. Perhaps she was given a new set that doesn't suit her quite as well as last year's. Bear in mind that it's not the quantity of practice but the quality. Try videoing her practice, then sit with her to watch it. Ask her to find anything that could be improved. Then break down the steps and work on those bits until they are flawless. I wish her better luck next year. (NT) -- former TS mom, 05:50:14 11/18/17 Sat
How is her timing with trad set? People with worse technique with the timing right will recall in trade set (NT) -- -, 07:47:17 11/18/17 Sat
Hi. I’ve been dancing for 11 years, and I have always been the same way. I would practice everyday and watch people who barely even came to class qualify for NANs when I didn’t even recall, despite my hardwork. It’s always hard to see your work not pay off, but I’ve come to realize that the Oireachtas is just another feis. -- Dd, 08:22:59 11/18/17 Sat

Not the OP, but I didn't recall today and I really needed to hear this. Thank you. (NT) -- K, 20:41:02 11/18/17 Sat

That has to be so heartbreaking! ... agree w/others that maybe it's time to change up the amount and type of practice. (NT) -- nt, 12:02:47 11/19/17 Sun

Subject: Altered numbers

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I have been watching the NEO competitions all day and some of the dancers have altered their number card. They cut it into a different shape. Is this a new trend?

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No...old trend reinvented. My sons used to cut the extra white card off to pin their number on their pockets or vests. I remember the girls doing the same my daughter used to cut her number into a heart shape because she had (NT) -- hearts on her dress., 05:29:38 11/18/17 Sat
I just looked at the photos I took at number check, and only one dancer altered her number (she rounded the edges). I trimmed my dds number at naidc and lets just say my scissor skills are lacking. She wouldn't let me touch it yesterday. (NT) -- lol, 14:13:17 11/19/17 Sun
DBB have their dancers cut the corners of their number cards (NT) -- not sure why, 12:55:51 11/20/17 Mon

No, "DBB" did not have us alter our number cards. If you're going to post nonsense about other schools, would you PLEASE be so kind as to make it entertaining or amusing? (martians, Russians, tiny evil unicorns... come on, at least TRY) (NT) -- Yawn, 08:32:04 11/22/17 Wed

Its a signal to certain judges...get it? (NT) -- DK, 11:26:09 11/21/17 Tue

Subject: Sewing Help!!!

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Our gavin jacket was dropped to the hotel tonight and will not even go over his head. Is there anyone in the Marriott right now with sewing experience? We are willing to pay whatever for someone to alter it. If not does anyone have suggestions of how we can get it on him?

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since it's too small- I would start asking around to borrow. Or if doesn't dance tomorrow, would go to store to get a tasteful sweater vest and perhaps a colorful tie. Or tux rental if not tomorrow. (NT) -- fingers crossed for a good outcome!, 19:29:47 11/16/17 Thu
There is a Gentlemen's Warehouse in Manchester (about 15 minutes away) if you want to rent a vest there. (NT) -- Good luck!, 06:14:31 11/17/17 Fri
If yo are going tp return it or ask for a refund dont make any alterations , google Tux stores and see if they can dliver you something (NT) -- mm, 08:02:55 11/17/17 Fri
Mind-boggling. I am so sorry you are dealing with this, OP. I concur - if you're going to try and treturn it don't alter it, just borrow or get a tux vest and tie. (NT) -- That's terrible, 09:31:26 11/17/17 Fri
What size does your son wear? We have a bunch of costumes in our closet!! I can have hubby bring them tomorrow by 8am! (NT) -- Mom of two boys, 20:00:57 11/17/17 Fri

Subject: With O approaching, lets all be aware of commenting on dancers, teachers and judges: dancers criticizing the appearance of other dancers; parents speaking negatively about judges and other such nonsense. You never know who may be listening. Let’s keep it positive.

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Good Luck to All

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Like! (NT) -- Let's just try to be kind, 07:36:03 11/15/17 Wed
Yes to this. Being kind is always the best option. And don't forget - these are just children - don't forget that and don't get caught up in weird competitiveness! (NT) -- Good luck to all the kids!, 08:14:25 11/15/17 Wed
Yes, please. A few years back I was stood with a friend in the back of a ballroom at the O, watching my dd's group. Directly behind us stood the TCs of a prominent MA school. Their dancer was onstage and they were ripping her to shreds while she danced. It was so catty and nasty. This was a lovely late-teens OC dancer who did well in competition. It made me so sad. We lost all respect for that school that day. (NT) -- they should not be teaching, 19:47:41 11/15/17 Wed
Good message! We are role models! Be positive, clean up after yourself, cheer the efforts of all the dancers! (NT) -- Grateful, 05:22:43 11/16/17 Thu

Who or town of school thinking of transfering andf want no part of this (NT) -- ff, 10:39:36 11/16/17 Thu

As an old mom I'll add: be grateful. Grateful for having healthy and engaged kids who are very very lucky to have parents able to support them in this passion for danceing and all that it entails! We are sol lucky, no matter the outcome you will make memories that you will always cherish. (NT) -- Miss the early days!, 11:00:28 11/16/17 Thu
No bad behavior -- Mom, 21:03:37 11/20/17 Mon

Subject: best adhesion for crystals back on buckles pls

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E6000 has always worked for me. I've had the same buckles for 2 years now and I don't take them off for class either. (NT) -- I use it on my dress too, 14:27:54 11/14/17 Tue

Subject: Has anyone used feis411. Is it worth paying a fee for it?

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I've paid for it for a couple of years now. It's a very little fee, so I do it because I'm lazy :-) and I like having most of the info I need in one place, but I have mixed feelings (more inside) -- Just my two cents, 14:45:12 11/14/17 Tue

Yes, I agree with this post. I also like the link to the map as well. (NT) -- Also thinking of not renewing., 22:25:23 11/16/17 Thu

feis411 -- HPKIDM, 18:50:47 11/15/17 Wed

I agree. I'm a busy single mom with a full-time job and multiple kids with multiple activities. I have used Feis411 since it began. It's been well worth the $20/now $25 per year to have all the feis info I need on one convenient page. The few times something has been missing I've emailed them and they've fixed it rapidly. (NT) -- Feis411 fan, 19:50:26 11/15/17 Wed

Subject: Just saw that we can buy videos of our children's dances - information on the IDTANA NE Oireachtas website

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Can only buy contemporary set, teams, traditional set (NT) -- Very exciting, 09:46:20 11/13/17 Mon

also - does that mean that only those solo dancers that recall have the access of having the tape available? (NT) -- probably a dumb question... ;), 11:25:39 11/13/17 Mon

Yes - because if you don't recall, there's no set to video. (NT) -- Good luck to all!!, 13:09:00 11/13/17 Mon

Oh, wait - are you asking if others - strangers unconnected to your dancer - will be able to buy? Good question! (NT) -- hmm, 13:10:12 11/13/17 Mon

This worked at Worlds. I thInk we had to bring competitor card and fill out a form. No card, no video. It's a great keepsake. (NT) -- C, 17:06:01 11/13/17 Mon
YES- that was what I was asking - making sure that the videos are secured, primarily for dancer's safety, these are children, but also to preserve the spirit of the "no videotaping" rule! (NT) -- hth, 08:21:09 11/14/17 Tue

Also - the video is not cheap. $25 at Worlds. Anyone who is that obsessed with other dancers and wants video of them better have deep pockets. They do ask that these videos be for personal use and not shared on social media , etc. Like I said - a nice keepsake. (NT) -- X, 10:14:24 11/14/17 Tue

How do they do that if videotaping isn’t allowed? (NT) -- Honest question, 11:03:11 11/13/17 Mon

I wondered that too? I think it happens the the Mid Atlantic region as well (just for Oireachtas) (NT) -- ?, 11:23:38 11/13/17 Mon
It will be an official videographer hired by the commitee. (NT) -- X, 12:53:13 11/13/17 Mon

Subject: Only a few days until the Oireachtas

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With the Oireachtas only a few days away, tensions are high, nerves are higher, and it is easy to forget to practice kindness. Our dancers have worked so hard for their few minutes on the stage and we, as parents, have spent a ton of money, time, mileage, and emotional energy preparing for this weekend. After all of that work and expense, it is easy to get frustrated when things don't go the way we think they should, when people do things that annoy us, or when the hotel/conference center inevitably messes something up.
I hope we can keep in mind that we are our children's role models and how we react to those frustrations will set the example for our children. I also hope we can keep this in perspective. It is Irish dance, not brain surgery. If things don't go as planned or hoped for, it is heartbreaking, but not life ending.
Let's try to be patient with one another, clean up after ourselves, (for the love of all that is holy, take care of your own messes) and be considerate of each other.
Now I need to go glue some stones on a dress, condition the wig, polish the shoes, clean the tiara, and...

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when you say, condition the wig, is there something people spray on it to make it more shiny? (NT) -- I totally agree with all your points!, 07:03:39 11/13/17 Mon
Nicely said! (NT) -- Best of luck to your dancer, 07:18:07 11/13/17 Mon
I use a small amount of fabric softener mixed with water in a spray bottle to help de-frizz the wig. (NT) -- OP, 08:39:41 11/13/17 Mon

Subject: I think dd u8 comp might have less than 20....woukd all place? last year there was 20 but they placed 10

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Any idea how many there are? Syllabus says if there r 5-20 then all will recall and 50% will place (NT) -- DM, 16:38:14 11/11/17 Sat
Yes last year they only placed 10. The year before, they placed all 25. So who knows? It’s a pity they’re not consistent from year to year. (NT) -- DM, 10:12:39 11/12/17 Sun
I believe they changed it so the children would not be embarassed and come in dead last.. so they will recall if less than 20/25 but only place 50 percent to avoid the embarrasment issue (NT) -- mm, 10:25:59 11/13/17 Mon
I totally agree only 50 percent should place.. some teacher choices are clearly not ready for solo's why should they place simply because there is less than 20.. (NT) -- mm, 10:28:40 11/13/17 Mon

Teachers just want to say they have a certain amount of champ dancers - it happens... (NT) -- oh well., 13:04:36 11/13/17 Mon

Subject: dd 1st tine to O, TS...worked so hard but obv. who knows how results will go...advice in how to support and encourage and stay calm...etc...tx

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Biggest lesson learned for us to date is you can only control how well you dance, not how well everyone else dances. -- 3rd time at O, 06:58:35 11/10/17 Fri
Let your dancer help plan their day. How soon do they like to warm up, get shoes ready, etc? Stay positive even when the nerves get to them. They need reassurance not second guessing (NT) -- Good luck!, 10:16:11 11/10/17 Fri
First time is a major learning experience and just be proud she is there on that stage and do your best... They work hard and it is over in 60 seconds also be prepared you will not be near hera for a good 30 minutes before she dances they check in and sit in line away from parents/teachers. more -- dd, 10:20:15 11/10/17 Fri
First O experience -- DD, 18:19:32 11/10/17 Fri
GUINNESS (NT) -- ,, 18:47:24 11/10/17 Fri
Bailey’s (NT) -- ., 08:48:32 11/12/17 Sun
^^^BOTH!!! (NT) -- Have fun!, 14:37:37 11/12/17 Sun
Here is what we have always done on any first time things (more inside) -- Hth, 07:21:55 11/13/17 Mon

Subject: The schedule and information for the NJ State Feis are posted on the Eastern Region board, voy.com/16850/

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Subject: How many dancers total would you say will be in Hartford next weekend just trying to explain to my friends how big this is thank you

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This year it looks like there are 685 Trad Set Dancers. Last year there were roughly 761 girls/ladies for solos. Not sure about boys/men - and of course there are some dancers that only dance teams. I think a safe estimate would be 1500 dancers. -- DM, 14:01:06 11/07/17 Tue

Just wondering where these exact numbers of trad set dancers are available? (NT) -- Thanks, 15:26:12 11/07/17 Tue

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B16M7vMgPxy7M0dQWTJJbzE3dDQ/view (NT) -- DM, 07:08:42 11/08/17 Wed

Enough dancers with enough bling and enough parents that uninitiated friends will want to bring Advil. ;) (NT) -- In jest. Kind of., 14:35:27 11/07/17 Tue
Teachers have the number of dancers in each group with names for the splits.. I know our group last year was 48 and 37 this year... most trad groups are smaller by an average of 10-15 our teacher said .., (NT) -- Dance mom, 16:11:11 11/07/17 Tue

I wonder why. (NT) -- Huh, 16:29:37 11/07/17 Tue
And I remember 9 years ago when my (then) U7 did TS there was no split or U7 group so she had to dance U8 - we even had some U6 in the group! There were at least 90 dancers in the comp! She didn't place but loved it! (NT) -- :), 21:30:52 11/07/17 Tue

The good old days, when there were no splits so there was a true winner for each group, not just for half a group. (NT) -- I miss those days, 04:28:16 11/08/17 Wed

I agree wpould rather have one large grough to see how well dancer adds up to the other dancerts in her age.. many times one group is weeker than the other and the top placers are not the best dancers .. just depends on DOB (NT) -- dance mom, 06:44:12 11/08/17 Wed

They have released the names of dancers their schools and what split they are in for ts so you can count them up (NT) -- tsdancer, 16:21:27 11/07/17 Tue
Does anyone know the fee to attend if you DON'T have a dancer dancing? (NT) -- ?, 07:32:59 11/08/17 Wed

There is no fee to watch dancing. (NT) -- The fee for all included in dancer family fee., 09:21:11 11/08/17 Wed

but if you don't have a dancer dancing, and therefore haven't paid a family fee, then what? (NT) -- ?, 09:52:47 11/08/17 Wed

Then nothing. You walk in and watch the dancing. (NT) -- It really is that easy, 15:49:15 11/08/17 Wed

Thank you! (NT) -- :), 06:00:59 11/09/17 Thu

Subject: FÉISTASTIC 3 - OUT NOW!

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Féistastic 3 by Tina Jordan Rees is out now!

iTunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/gb/album/f%C3%A9istastic-3/id1300079585

Bandcamp:
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- 19 New & Exciting Tracks
- 12 Open Speed Tracks: Reels, Slip Jigs, Heavy Jigs & Hornpipes
- 4 Beginner Speed Tracks + Light Jig & Hop Jig
- 15 Brand New Compositions by Tina Jordan Rees
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Subject: I am livid. Do not EVER call out a child on this board again.

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Date Posted: 18:26:00 11/05/17 Sun

Dancers have the right to remain in Prelim through 12/31 regardless of how many firsts they win in the current calendar year. Nobody is under any obligation to move up and out of your child's way, nor do they need to sit home when they enjoy feising. If you want your child to win, try having them practice more so they'll be the best dancer, not the best of what's left. Furthermore, the decision to remain in prelim for the rest of the year is usually made by the TC, and NOT by the child. Take a good look in the mirror, people. You're alleged adults attacking a child. You should be ashamed.

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Agree -- Sean, 18:58:16 11/05/17 Sun
Thank you moderator (NT) -- Agree!, 19:03:04 11/05/17 Sun
Thank you! The nastiness is uncalled for. Always told my dd “ If you’re upset that so n so keeps winning, work harder to beat her!” (NT) -- These are KIDS, 19:20:55 11/05/17 Sun
Totally agree! (NT) -- DM, 19:41:38 11/05/17 Sun
Totally agree -- Dance mom, 19:49:35 11/05/17 Sun
Thank you for taking down the original post. These are children - parents need to tone down their own competitiveness and realize that this sport does not define their children (or them for that matter) (NT) -- ob, 02:53:02 11/06/17 Mon
I don't quite understand the outrage as a dancer was never mentioned by name. If one looks at any feis syllabus it very clearly states the 'rules' for how to proceed after getting that 2nd/3rd Prelim win. (NT) -- jig mom, 04:27:33 11/06/17 Mon

Name wasn't given, but school and age group, Doesn't take a brain surgeon to figure it out. Happy to see post was removed. Person should be banned from mb too. (NT) -- ugly people, 04:37:43 11/06/17 Mon

poster should have kept question generic without outing school/age but the issue remains unaddressed. Every syllabus states the same 'rules' about moving up. (NT) -- jig mom, 04:45:59 11/06/17 Mon

There are no rules being broken. What's your problem? (NT) -- Jeez, 05:05:37 11/06/17 Mon

Read the rules. They are there on the syllabus for a reason and not open to interpretation. (NT) -- jig mom, 07:11:32 11/06/17 Mon

There are NO rules being broken. (NT) -- ffs, 08:00:02 11/06/17 Mon

Yes, and the child is well within the rules. Prelim dancers who gain their firsts in the current year can finish the year in prelim. Some people seem to feel entitled to have their child win without the inconvenience of having to work hard to be the best dancer. (NT) -- smh, 05:22:38 11/06/17 Mon

Are you stupid, or just being intentionally obtuse? Posters referenced the child's gender, age and competition level. How hard do you think it is to determine who it is? Especially once the feis results are posted? (NT) -- I think you're playing dumb, 05:18:55 11/06/17 Mon

But this nasty comment and the racist ones below about Os location are acceptable? poster shouldve left out specifics but has a valid opinion about a rule. You dont have to agree with them but getting two firsts in same year allows you to stay while getting two firsts indiffent years requires immediate move? -- dm, 05:48:27 11/06/17 Mon

Nobody should call anybody stupid. I don't see racism in the comments by some child about Hartford being a ghetto. Must be a child since they couldn't spell the word. As for the rules for moving up, they are not new. Everybody knows if you get your firsts in different years you must move immediately but if you get them in the same year you can finish out that year in prelim. That's just the way it is and has been for many years. If someone -- board reader, 17:47:30 11/06/17 Mon

Bless your hear for those kinds words. Not that important to me to actually track down dancer that was 'identified' because I don't care who they are. (NT) -- jig mom, 07:20:12 11/06/17 Mon

Subject: wanted to give my young dd something small day of 1st O...Any ideas?

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A good luck charm. Shamrock charm. Bracelet. Necklace. Something to make them remember the special day (NT) -- Stuffed bear?, 18:40:35 11/02/17 Thu
Is there a build a bear near.. we did that in providence when she was u7 she was u11 last year and still asks ... we did it every year :) (NT) -- Mom, 18:52:03 11/02/17 Thu
A hug and a smile and a reassurance that you believe in her. (NT) -- :), 06:21:21 11/03/17 Fri

Build A Bear -- Local mom, 18:31:15 11/03/17 Fri

All nice ideas! And for what not to do... -- DM, 07:11:47 11/03/17 Fri
I bought my dd a silver claddah ring which she has worn for every competition since. (NT) -- sentimental, 09:21:43 11/03/17 Fri

Subject: Dress Needed for 13 YO

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Hello! We are in need of a new dress for our 13 YO daughter in Prelim, due to growth spurt! Anyone in NE region looking to sell a dress that might work for a 5'5" dancer ( bust=33", natural waist=28.5, hips=33.75"? We will be at the Verlin feis, but are also willing to travel within 1-1/2 hours of Hartford to try on a promising dress. Thanks!

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Red and Black Dress for sale -- former HQ dancer, 19:26:58 10/04/17 Wed
I am selling red, black gold Doire dress that may work. We will be at the Verlin feis and happy to meet. Happy to send you pix. Can you provide an email address? (NT) -- DM of 3, 20:24:54 10/04/17 Wed

Pictures please! -- Heather, 09:07:17 10/05/17 Thu

Light Pink & green Gavin dress for sale -- DM, 20:44:41 10/04/17 Wed

Pictures Please! -- Heather, 09:17:30 10/05/17 Thu

Dress for sale -- Kristen, 05:32:18 10/05/17 Thu
Black and Orange Dress for sale -- M Garcia, 06:56:36 10/05/17 Thu

Please send pix -- Heather, 09:20:26 10/05/17 Thu

I have a blue one available (NT) -- Mass Mom, 07:12:41 10/05/17 Thu

Pictures please! -- Heather, 09:24:48 10/05/17 Thu

Red Taylor Dress Like New -- selling, 12:51:32 10/05/17 Thu
I have a dress that mets these measurements although daughter was 5 ft 6. I'll be at Verlin. Its a beautiful green and yellow Gavin (NT) -- Lmk if interested, 21:07:35 10/10/17 Tue
Black and green classic siopa rince -- Can be Let out and down, 18:53:14 10/11/17 Wed
Pink & black with gold accents Elevation dress - less than one-year-old and only worn a handful of times. (NT) -- Barbara, 18:51:51 11/01/17 Wed
Will be at Lennihan feis, black dress with multi colors, Verlin feis has past. (NT) -- mom, 20:50:50 11/01/17 Wed
I have a black, green siopa rince in great condition! https://www.usedsolodresses.com/ad/siopa-rince-green-black-gold.html (NT) -- Close measurements!, 06:29:51 11/02/17 Thu
I have a blue/white/black Celtic Pro for sale email for pics (NT) -- motivated seller, 09:04:26 11/02/17 Thu

dress will be at Lenihan (NT) -- motivated seller, 12:58:20 11/04/17 Sat

dress -- Sheila Bremer, 07:52:43 11/07/17 Tue
Green, white, and black Gavin (more) -- —, 10:21:46 11/10/17 Fri

Subject: With O coming, do we still slip the check under the door or do they take PayPal yet?

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I get that people were very upset, and rightfully so. But to keep coming back to someone's wrong-doing just seems kind of small, and mean-spirited at this point. -- ..., 09:56:53 10/30/17 Mon

Nope (NT) -- Never forget!, 15:48:27 10/30/17 Mon
But slipping a list of competitors under a hotel room door seems like the high road to you? Until this region stops condoning cheating, this episode will remain a topic for many of us. (NT) -- we'll never forget, 16:35:24 10/30/17 Mon
Those who forget history are destined to repeat it (NT) -- And probably annually., 17:03:17 10/30/17 Mon

What about the teachers who have their dancers go back to school dress in pz and then sit and watch their dancers and wow they get 1sts when lucky to get 3 in the past (NT) -- Dd, 20:34:57 10/30/17 Mon
Move on already. (NT) -- jig mom, 07:54:13 10/31/17 Tue

Every one of you who say Move On, Let It Go, Etc. support corruption and cheating. (NT) -- Never Forget!, 12:02:04 10/31/17 Tue

No one is supporting corruption and cheating. Punishment was severe & their every move is scrutinized. Focus on those who haven't been caught yet. (NT) -- bystander, 16:32:49 10/31/17 Tue

Please explain "severe" punishment. All I know of is merger, loss of name for one year. They continued to teach, continued to attend competitions, life seemed to go on pretty much as normal for them. (NT) -- not my idea of punishment for cheating, 17:17:02 10/31/17 Tue

Did they ever figure out which door the teacher wanted to slip the numbers to? Which judge was making deals? (NT) -- ?, 10:22:35 11/06/17 Mon

Yes. (NT) -- they did, 19:02:24 11/06/17 Mon

"Severe"? Mor elike they got a timeout (NT) -- and that was it., 07:47:25 11/01/17 Wed

It would be fair to ask parents to move on if there had been a real consequence for the cheating. The merging was not really a consequence and only served to weaken the reputation of the Massachusetts school. The cheaters are still teaching and I believe still hold their ADCRG. I think the fact that they still hold the title of adjudicator is the most farcical part of the whole situation. It really is an insult to those of us who pay fees to this organization. (NT) -- Not saying, 08:23:07 10/31/17 Tue

This, this, this. They lost the name of their school for one year, big deal. The perp continued to prance around at competitions like she'd done nothing wrong, and a year later what do you know, their name is back. No wonder they never shut down the "old" school's website. They knew all along they'd be back after just a wrist slap. No region loves a cheater like NE does. (NT) -- sad to say, 16:01:48 10/31/17 Tue

'Perp' isn't prancing anywhere. 'Perp' was punished & reputation was ruined & every move scrutinized. That's not enough for u? (NT) -- dance mum, 16:37:52 10/31/17 Tue

Not true. Saw perp prancing around at comps. Still teaching. Name restored to school. Reputation doesn't seem to matter much in NE. (NT) -- just the facts, 17:19:05 10/31/17 Tue

Name has not been restored. Check your facts and stop stirring the pot! (NT) -- over it, 05:05:02 11/01/17 Wed

Yes it has, in combination with the name of the school they merged with. Originally their name was gone and they competed under just the name of the other school, now all the names are there. It's as if they never cheated in such a major way. Those are the facts. (NT) -- not buying what you're selling, 05:24:15 11/01/17 Wed

Nope, wrong again. (NT) -- over it, 07:52:50 11/01/17 Wed

Actually those ARE the facts. (NT) -- itk, 05:29:50 11/02/17 Thu

It's not enough. They(she) should be stripped of the ADCRG title. If a person chooses them as their child's teacher - that's their choice; however, judges should be held to a much higher standard of conduct. (NT) -- dm, 17:31:08 10/31/17 Tue

Let them teach...parents can make the choice to send their child there but having them as adjudicators, knowing their complete lack of ethics, is ludicrous. They got caught once- surely that wasn't just a lucky catch on their first try...who knows how many fraudulent results were tallied before they were caught? Guessing the lack of real consequences would encourage other ethically challenged teachers/adjudicators (hopefully that number is small!) to do the same. (NT) -- my, 12:27:42 11/01/17 Wed

So if I am chairing a Feis and need to hire some ADs, how do I know who NOT to hire? (NT) -- ?, 13:57:31 11/08/17 Wed

Consult your TC. They all know. And no feis chair I've ever known is hiring ADs without checking with their TC. (NT) -- *, 17:09:54 11/08/17 Wed

Do the TCs know who is cheating? Why aren't they speaking up and putting an end to this nonsense? Or is that being done by not hiring the judges that are not completely on the up and up? (NT) -- ?, 07:22:33 11/09/17 Thu

Yes the TCs know. Nothing much is ever done. But I think this particular ACDRG may find it tough to get work judging. (NT) -- people would howl and possibly boycott, 16:16:46 11/11/17 Sat

Will they boycott the Worlds.....? Interesting turn of events? (NT) -- ?, 20:01:33 12/14/17 Thu

Having just been to the annual feis conference I can tell you, NO ONE is willing to share this knowledge. That was background discussion at the conference, no names (NT) -- Feis Chair, 09:34:59 11/12/17 Sun

They're not going to publish a list, but in the case being referenced by the OP, every teacher in the region knows about it. As do hundreds of dancers and parents. (NT) -- just a mom, 16:59:45 11/13/17 Mon

There wouldn't be many adjudicators left. It is rampant and very clear who "cheats". (NT) -- We're out! Such a shame. ID is mostly a children's "sport",, 17:09:28 11/19/17 Sun
Listening to all the winners announced from this school over the weekend, I could not help but question... -- ?, 07:39:12 11/20/17 Mon

REALLY????? (NT) -- dm, 12:00:58 11/20/17 Mon
Nevertheless - judging at Worlds...all of those placements were impressive, but no Glascow. :( Maybe NC next year. (NT) -- ., 11:45:27 12/15/17 Fri

Subject: Are Rocks required in TJ?

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Looking at my daughter's comments from yesterday and for TJ there's this comment: "Rocks ???" I don't think my daughter does rocks. Are they required? Are there certain steps that are required in each dance? btw, the judge liked her and placed her overall, I've just never seen a comment like this. TIA

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Not required - maybe they couldn't tell if your daughter was trying to do rocks in one part of her dance? The ?? makes me think that's likely. (NT) -- *, 10:36:57 10/30/17 Mon

Thanks! Still learning... (NT) -- DumMum, 11:22:19 10/30/17 Mon

Subject: younger dd...how do we get both feet turned out at same time..left mostly straight..advice pls

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Practice, practice, practice. Firstly, make sure she is turning out from the hip and not the knee. By the time dd was a senior lady many feis friends had been forced to leave ID due to knee injuries caused by turning out at the knee. Have TC show your child the proper technique and then have child work on it at home. (NT) -- old mom, 06:55:10 10/30/17 Mon
My dd drilled small combinations in front of mirror at home for practice . . . it's muscle memory. She needs to practice until she doesn't have to think about it. (NT) -- our experience, 13:16:35 10/30/17 Mon

Subject: Any results from Forbes feis for 18+ ? Not posted on fb.

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Wondering the same. Big congrats to Meghan O'Toole for winning a very special perpetual. (NT) -- Hth, 17:08:20 10/30/17 Mon

Subject: Haley/HQ Feis at Lantana

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Date Posted: 17:23:09 10/29/17 Sun

Does anyone know if the Holly Feis is happening this year? I saw a name change and a syllabus through HQ which days sign up is through Feisweb, but no such Feisweb sign up exists yet. Any info would be great. Thx

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They just announced within the past week that they will jointly hold this feis, and the announcement on 10/26 says it will open on FeisWeb "soon". Today is only the 29th. I think we can give them a little more time to get it open for registration. (NT) -- patient mom, 18:26:03 10/29/17 Sun
This feis is now open for registration on FeisWeb. (NT) -- :), 19:36:15 10/31/17 Tue

Subject: Why don’t the stages at the Forbs Feis have to adhere to NAFC guidelines? The Championship stages were so small. Do they get a special exemption?

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Didn’t notice -- Champ mom, 03:55:33 10/30/17 Mon
I thought stages were fine. (NT) -- DM, 10:12:12 10/30/17 Mon
Heard there was a bad injury on a champ stage. Stages were supposed to be better this year... (NT) -- why we stayed home, 14:33:48 10/30/17 Mon
Floors -- Dance mom, 06:06:09 11/01/17 Wed

Subject: criss cross embroidery on sleeves of 'new' dress starting to unravel...how can I stop ??

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I’ve had good luck with fray check, a liquid product by Dritz that you can get at Walmart, Joann’s, etc. good luck!! (NT) -- HTH, 13:54:11 10/29/17 Sun

Subject: Could someone please remind me of the product I can place over crystals to prevent wigs from catching?

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Tegaderm. You can buy it at cvs (NT) -- Hth, 12:05:49 10/28/17 Sat

Adding a question- Is tegaderm removable when you go to sell the dress? Or does it really adhere over time? (NT) -- Thx, 13:00:17 10/28/17 Sat

Tegaderm- see inside -- .., 14:01:18 10/28/17 Sat

Thank you! (NT) -- Op, 14:21:29 10/28/17 Sat
We we're able to make Tegaderm work on a dress, but it's amazing for burns :) Another thing people do is use tulle that is the same color as the dress, but again, I wasn't able to get it to work for us. (NT) -- not crafty, 15:08:00 10/28/17 Sat

weren't able (NT) -- not crafty, 15:25:10 10/28/17 Sat

Subject: How can some dancer go to class once or twice a week, occasionally practice and still do well in pz and O's.. are some just luck y

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What age group are you referring to? Younger or older? More inside -- Mom of older dancer, 19:29:18 10/26/17 Thu
Tween (NT) -- Hh, 19:33:33 10/26/17 Thu
U8/9 can be easier and so can over 15 eventually I think anyone can get out of pz over 15 most good dancers get out earlier (NT) -- Dance mom of 3, 19:35:38 10/26/17 Thu
Some dancers just have a natural talent and can get by without putting in as much effort as others. Focus on your dancer. Make sure he/she is practicing effectively; have them break down each step of each dance and work it over and over in front of a mirror until it is absolutely perfect before moving on. A lot of dancers put in hours of practice but they're just dancing the same as ever and not making improvements, so their results don't change. (NT) -- be smart about practice, 05:25:11 10/27/17 Fri
My dancer is in PZ and also does a lot of sports and has little time to practice with school work.. we focus on what is needed at the time. Set only around O and pick a dance to focus hard on for a 1st..It's working.. the other was right.. make your practice count you can dance for an hour or 20 minutes in a mirror or with someone helping you perfect. Quality of practice not quantity (NT) -- dance mom, 09:41:19 10/27/17 Fri

Dance class is not practice some think if they pay and send their kid to class 4-5 days a week they will see results. not true/ they need to learn to practice not a parent paying for them to practice (NT) -- dd, 09:44:38 10/27/17 Fri

Dance isn't the only thing that contributes to a good dancer. Other sports & fitness classes, at home work etc. all contribute. I find I've done better the years I only do 2-3 classes a week. (NT) -- Different things work for different dancers, 20:08:50 10/28/17 Sat
Also depends on age group -- DM, 18:33:38 10/29/17 Sun

Subject: Just bought our 1st crystal tiara how should I clean the finger marks and future probable hairspray on it thank you

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I believe we always have used rubbing alcohol. Worked great1 (NT) -- HTH, 17:45:23 10/25/17 Wed
Windex or Method Brand window cleaner works too! (NT) -- HateSmudges, 06:04:11 10/26/17 Thu
Baby wipes - sparkly clean! (NT) -- works a treat!, 13:44:37 10/26/17 Thu

Subject: Beautiful dress for sale, will fit approximately 8/9 y.o.

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Date Posted: 17:24:50 10/24/17 Tue

If you are still looking for a dress for O'Ireactas, here it is!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/Irishdancedresses/permalink/811273845710862/?sale_post_id=811273845710862

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Subject: I understand that if there are 20 or less dancers that all recall, but do all dancers place?

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Date Posted: 08:08:14 10/24/17 Tue

Last year I know they all did. I believe year before they only placed the top half after the set dance. Does it switch off every year? Any info would be greatly appreciated.

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in reading this years Oireachtas syllabus: 5-20 dancers = !00% recall, 50%place (NT) -- senior, 08:22:02 10/24/17 Tue

I will be curious to see if there are really only 5 dancers that they place only 3 of them; because 5 will qualify for Worlds. (NT) -- will wait and see, 09:08:06 10/24/17 Tue

Also wondering that..it has seem to change the past couple of years. If i do recall 2 years ago they waited until results to tell the dancers who would be receiving a placement after all (14?) Danced there set. I dont ever remeber there being a list of who actually placed before results if there was less than 20 competitors. (NT) -- I would hope that they place all.., 11:52:08 10/24/17 Tue
I really wish they would stop doing this. It's painful and embarrassing for the dancers in the bottom half that get called up on stage and humiliated. I saw a dancer crying onstage at the O awards. She said later she was so embarrassed to be called out as lowest ranked dancer of all. Only the top 50% should be on stage getting awards. (NT) -- let's not embarrass dancers, 05:14:13 10/25/17 Wed
Many years ago I danced in a comp with exactly 20 dancers. We all danced our set then they posted a list of who actually placed and should be dressed for awards. List was where they post trad set and team recalls. (NT) -- oldie, 18:01:53 10/25/17 Wed

yes they did last year for u8..exactly 20 dancers..all danced ts, placed half (NT) -- mom, 18:07:45 10/26/17 Thu
That's what was expected 2 years ago; but didn't. U8 all recalled and all placed; U20 w/16 dancers, all recalled. They waited for posting and just prior to awards were told it wouldn't be posted that they were going to place all so all went to awards with dresses expecting to be placed. While they were side stage, ready to walk up the stairs, it was announced in the ballroom, in front of all, the following 8 dancers will be placed, etc. 8 girls had to walk back to their seats with dresses on. (NT) -- poorly handled :(, 09:07:04 10/30/17 Mon

Subject: Is the Lenihan School Feis really going to be on Easter Sunday? Just looked at the NAFC schedule for 2018 and couldn't believe my eyes.

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No, we won't hold it on Easter Sunday. We are working on obtaining a different date. (NT) -- Feis Committee, 12:33:36 10/24/17 Tue

Yay! We don't want to miss the feis but Easter Sunday was not going to work for us, due to church and family obligations. Please update us as soon as you have a firm new date so we can block our calendars:-) (NT) -- Dance Chauffer, 09:13:17 10/25/17 Wed

and thank you:-) (NT) -- Dance Chauffer, 09:14:14 10/25/17 Wed

Subject: I have to say there was some fabulous dancing yesterday in open champ over 18!! Well done ladies! Most are juggling school and or work and dance!

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Bravo!
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Meant to say at the harvest time feis! (NT) -- —, 12:15:34 10/23/17 Mon
Some are in college, some are college grads in the working world, some are in grad school. (NT) -- diverse group, 17:16:34 10/23/17 Mon
yes amazing that they can still keep it up! Good for them! They really love the sport (NT) -- mom, 09:22:48 10/24/17 Tue

Subject: Any tips on using feistan at home? Especially for getting it even. How many coats do you use? Night before or do you build up?

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In our experience, the key to getting it even is to be sure to use the skin prep. Kit comes with excellent step by step instructions just follow them. For local feis probably one coat, for majors DD likes it dark and does three. (NT) -- hth, 14:36:14 10/22/17 Sun
Thanks! How many coats do you think come in the bottle? (NT) -- Op, 16:43:25 10/22/17 Sun

Bottle contains a generous amount. Hard to say specifically how many coats, as it really depends on how often you feis and how dark you need it to be. Guessing 3 local comps and a major (darker). It does have a 90 day shelf-life. (NT) -- A little goes a long way :), 04:55:18 10/23/17 Mon

Subject: Like New Taylor Dress for Sale

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Just dropped the price on this stunning dress. New one on order, willing to negotiate. Let me know if you are interested. erin@ekeefepr.com
https://www.usedsolodresses.com/ad/9-month-old-taylor-open-champ.html

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Subject: Looking for a local to Boston area dressmaker who can do modern dresses. Would like to stay local to be able to get my neice measured.

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Jean Ollsson (NT) -- Hth, 19:40:32 10/20/17 Fri
She makes good dresses but heavy xompar s to ithwra (NT) -- Dd, 10:43:18 10/21/17 Sat

^^^^cofveve??? (NT) -- ;), 10:48:14 10/21/17 Sat

Hahahahahaha! Made my day! (NT) -- Appreciative of covfefe, 14:36:25 10/21/17 Sat

Bqhatevwr (NT) -- Scott Brown after a few beers, 06:42:55 10/22/17 Sun

She makes good dresses but heavy xompar s to ithwra -- Jean Olsson, 15:09:59 10/22/17 Sun
Not the AP, but maybe the translation is "heavy compared to others"? As in, the dress is heavier than BNDM dresses. (NT) -- Dd, 16:50:07 10/22/17 Sun

We have a Jean Olsson dress. (More inside) -- Happy customer, 14:20:56 10/22/17 Sun

Subject: Thank you Harvest Time Feis

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In an age where every one is so quick to complain, I feel we need to acknowledge the good to achieve change. It is a pleasant surprise to see the number of New England judges is minimal at your feis. What a breath of fresh air to have the majority of adjudicators from a different region. Again thanks for the effort given in selecting your adjudicating panel.

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Not only that, but the schedule has been up since the 10th. That's freaking amazing. (NT) -- unheard of in NE, 16:44:58 10/18/17 Wed
Self promotion? (NT) -- ^^^^^^^^, 08:47:39 10/19/17 Thu

That's a shame that people can't pay a compliment without others looking for ulterior motive. Why not assume the previous posters were just being nice instead of looking for some nefarious plot? (NT) -- .., 11:06:01 10/19/17 Thu
First, I am the original poster and not from the host school. I have no connection to host school and my dd does not have any close friends in the host school. I wanted to let the school know how much we appreciate their effort. Yes, many schools (see more inside) -- jumping off my soap box now, 12:08:06 10/19/17 Thu
I am the first replier. We are not nor have we ever been an HQ family. I'm simply impressed that they brought in some judges who aren't the same ones we see all the time and also got us a schedule well in advance. To the poster who suggested this was self-promotion; I feel sorry for you. It must be terrible to go through life so suspicious of everybody. (NT) -- bless your paranoid little heart, 16:30:09 10/20/17 Fri

Thanks HQ! -- regional friend, 10:22:41 10/20/17 Fri

Subject: Dancer complaining of pain at ball of foot/big toe. I remember people talking about Dr Jills. Recommendations?

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That could be a serious injury...sesamoid bones are there and can break and have fractures.. might need to cast and rest asap can not dance while it heals (NT) -- dd, 10:45:45 10/18/17 Wed

Speaking of this injury/ a friend who is not a dancer, broke this in a car accident. Was told that this injury occurs a lot in dancers and if not treated timely, likelihood of healing completely is slim and said often the bone is removed if this occurs. Anyone heard of this drastic treatment? (NT) -- Curious, 18:13:10 10/18/17 Wed

yes, and there is no guarantee that they will be able to resume normal dancing after the bone is removed. (NT) -- we opted to rest instead of removal., 11:37:15 10/22/17 Sun

DD had congenital seperated sesamd bones( both feet were the same dr said she was born with it) surgery only offered 50% fix. She got cortisone shots x3 per year (NT) -- no good fix, 17:50:24 10/22/17 Sun

Removal is las resort the problem is you are always on it and it is hard to heal then some people get it in the other foot...when over used the foot goes numb and people ignore the pain which just means worse damage long run (NT) -- Mom, 19:59:39 10/18/17 Wed
My daughter has injured her sesamoid bone twice. It has fully healed. She now uses a Dr. Jill's dancer pad all the time when she dances. She has tried a few different types of sesamoid pads but she likes Dr. Jill's best. I wouldn't heditate to have your dancer's foot checked by your doctor because if it is the sesamoid bone, it can take a while to heal. Good luck. (NT) -- Mom, 21:30:18 10/18/17 Wed
Please consider doc visit before trying anything else. An exam and some diagnostic tests can rule out a potentially debilitating fracture that could have long term consequences (NT) -- ol, 09:55:41 10/19/17 Thu
Thanks for the advice. No fracture, so hopefully the Dr Jills will come soon. Any other suggestions? (NT) -- Thanks!, 12:39:17 10/20/17 Fri

If fracture was ruled out via X-ray, don't believe it. Dd's fractures were not visible on x-ray and went undetected until she had an MRI. (NT) -- unfortunately, 19:19:55 10/20/17 Fri

Thus is so true- my daughters have had several foot fractures over the year, including the sesamoids, and none were visible by X Ray. Our pediatrician automatically sent referral to Children's Hospital for that reason. (NT) -- DM, 06:36:57 10/21/17 Sat
Same with friend. MRI detected it (NT) -- Keep in mind, 06:50:23 10/21/17 Sat

Subject: Hi everyone! I’m looking for slightly used hard shoes for some of the beginners at my school. We’re looking for two pairs of size 2 and two pairs of size 1 1/2. My email is shaelabarry@hotmail.com if you could email me pictures that would be great! I will be at harvest time feis this weekend so we could meet up there! Thanks everyone!

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Try the Voy Used Shoe board as well. http://www.voy.com/144101/ (NT) -- HTH, 09:18:10 10/19/17 Thu
Ok thank you! (NT) -- Shaela Barry, 07:18:12 10/20/17 Fri

Subject: best self tanner?

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My dd loves Fake Bake Flawless for an overnight tanner. In a pinch she will use Rimmel for a wash-off tanner the morning of a feis. (NT) -- hth, 14:08:42 10/16/17 Mon
I second Fake Bake! You can get it at Ulta. Easy to apply, color comes out evenly, doesn't look orange (NT) -- highly recommend, 08:35:20 10/17/17 Tue

we find it cheaper on Amazon (NT) -- quick delivery, 18:38:13 10/17/17 Tue
Is there anything that comes out darker than Fake Bake? We love it but it's not that dark. (NT) -- mom, 07:26:45 10/18/17 Wed

Tanner -- AMD, 19:36:59 10/17/17 Tue

Subject: Pair of brand new Celtic Choice ghillies size 4.5 $45. Will be at Burlington and Forbes.

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Subject: Hi. Anyone familiar w Salve Regina's dance team/club?

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Looks like they do some Irish, but limited from what we can find. DD wants to continue dancing in college, but not competitively. Looking at PC, Stonehill, UNH. Have the list of colleges w Irish studies and clubs and dance, but looking for more firsthand info. Thank you.

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Salve dance club -- 😀, 16:29:24 10/15/17 Sun

Thank you! (NT) -- --, 19:27:57 10/15/17 Sun

Hi! There are some Irish dancers here. There is no dedicated club at the moment. Everyone dances together in SRU Dance, and Irish dancers get to do a number during their annual programs. You could try emailing the dance department for more specifics, as I've never had the time to fit it in! :-) (NT) -- Hth, 21:15:13 10/15/17 Sun
Stonehill now also has dance club as well. (NT) -- Dm, 10:48:58 10/16/17 Mon
A friend and I started the club at UNH a few years ago...we danced in the semester showcases and at campus events. It is awesome! (NT) -- CP, 14:38:44 10/16/17 Mon
PPC has a GREAT ID club! They do a couple of shows on campus, danced for the Celtic game last year in Boston, and perform at their Midnight Madness! (NT) -- And awesome school too!!, 17:00:45 10/16/17 Mon

What is PPC? (NT) -- never heard of that, 17:20:37 10/16/17 Mon
Providence College. You can see the halftime show on youtube. (NT) -- hth, 04:06:37 10/17/17 Tue

What's the 2nd P for? Wouldn't Providence College be PC, not PPC? (NT) -- confused, 20:05:17 10/17/17 Tue

Stonehill Irish Dance -- Dance, 15:30:26 11/12/17 Sun

Subject: Opinions about dress designers ... Doire or Taylor?

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Date Posted: 09:02:26 10/13/17 Fri

Anyone have experience with either Doire or Taylor? First dress!

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Taylor. New dresses are amazing. (NT) -- Have used both, 06:02:21 10/14/17 Sat
Taylor, fabulous communication, dress is beautiful and on budget...even came in a little less. (NT) -- happy happy, 09:01:57 10/14/17 Sat
Have ordered from both. Taylor is much better with communication, but we found the quality and fit of our Doire to be much better for my dancer who is thin but has curves. Taylor dress was a bit flimsy and we had to add a lot more crystals. (NT) -- HTH, 17:58:05 10/14/17 Sat
Have had 3 Doire dresses - not a one well made - if you do not stay stitch all embroidery it will quickly unravel. Seams were uneven; no grow room; and very very very slow on construction and delivery. Do not recommend. (NT) -- not impressed, 13:01:20 10/17/17 Tue

If they are so poorly made and the service is so poor, why is it that you have gone back twice more for another dress from them? (NT) -- this makes no sense, 04:56:09 10/18/17 Wed

Forced purchase by TCRG - not my choice. TC only allowed Doire purchases. Seems a lot of TC's require certain designers (NT) -- Kick backs, anyone????, 11:58:49 10/19/17 Thu

Tried Taylor, quick turnaround. Dress looked like the velvet under the arms was unfinished & eventually frayed. When I received it, it was sent in a large yellow envelope and it was folded into a ball. They hot glued the stones which was fine and all but didn't bother to remove the strings of glue. Thought it should've been sent with more care. More inside.... -- Dance mom, 14:38:03 10/19/17 Thu

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Subject: There will be no entry charge at the door for either of the Bracken feises, right? I remember paying an admission fee with the entry but we have family coming and I want to double-check.
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Subject: I thought Bracken was closing their registration on the 17th in order to get an early schedule out, it looks like the reg.was closed and opened again . Does that mean no early schedule? Did I miss something?
Author: Can't keep their changes straight [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 10:26:02 04/19/18 Thu [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Maybe they need more registrations; maybe they are required to follow their original syllabus; who knows, just go with the flow. (NT) -- :), 11:25:03 04/19/18 Thu Hello - we changed the date late fees went into effect to 4/18. We are still accepting registrations with a late fee through feisweb. We are currently working on the schedule and hope to post by the weekend as planned. If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact us directly via Facebook or email for a prompt response. Thank you for interest and we’re looking forward to a great weekend! (NT) -- Bracken Feis Committee, 14:45:15 04/19/18 Thu I think the confusion stems from your statement that you were "closing early" and the FeisWeb site stated entries were "closing" on 4/17 and it now states they are closing on 4/25 (NT) -- ???, 08:52:34 04/20/18 Fri This is on their website. The schedule will be out soon. "The detailed schedule will be released as soon as possible after entries close, the Wednesday before the feis at the latest (as is typical in New England)." (NT) -- Nemom, 19:29:11 04/22/18 Sun

Subject: Long shot, but does anyone have TJ/HP results for PW U8/9 from the HPK feis last weekend?
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Results -- Feis, 10:52:20 04/22/18 Sun Obviously the OP must mean HK. I'm sure many of us have had instances of the fingers typing things they've typed before which are not quite what the brain intended. (NT) -- right?, 11:05:25 04/22/18 Sun There is an HPK feis (Fairfield County Championships) but yes I assumed Hansen Keohane, too. (NT) -- ginger mom, 18:55:06 04/22/18 Sun

Subject: Does anyone know of a local retailer /dealer of Rutherford shoes?
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Subject: Looking for the Greene OLeary feis syllabus. Is it through a company?
Author: Link on their site not working [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 16:53:43 04/18/18 Wed [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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http://www.greeneoleary.com/GO_Feis_Syllabus_2018.pdf -- feisMom, 05:33:06 04/19/18 Thu

Subject: Personal Training Available for Dancers in Boston Area
Author: Certified PT [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 13:19:46 04/18/18 Wed Hello! I am an NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer and Open Champ level dancer moving to the Boston Area for grad school. I have a degree in Nutritional Sciences and Nutrition for Exercise and Sport. I work with dancers to prevent injury, improve movement mechanics, and build power and speed in ways that translate to better performance in class and onstage. Beginning in May, I am offering one-on-one sessions and small-group training to dancers who are looking to prevent injury and reach their goals. Cross training is hugely important for success in Irish dance, but it is vital that your workouts are effective, safe, and specific to your needs as a dancer. Meeting in person with a trainer is a great way to ensure that your program is tailored to your specific strengths and weaknesses, your questions are answered, and every move is executed with good form. A couple quick notes - I like to see a video from class or have my clients do a full so that I can see what their strengths and weaknesses are, but I do not ever address or practice choreography with dancers, so there are no association issues. No gym membership is necessary - I will work with whatever tools you have available to meet your/your dancer's needs. There are some tools that I encourage dancers to purchase. They are relatively inexpensive, and I can give you a list with exactly where to buy them. I'm willing to travel outside of Boston, as long as the time and distance are reasonable. If you're in MA but a little further out, let me know and we can decide together whether or not the logistics are feasible. Working with athletes is my favorite part of training and I feel so strongly about helping other dancers reach their full potential. Please shoot me an email if you'd like any more info or would like to chat about options for you or your dancer. Thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Best of luck to you - what a wonderful service that can be mutually beneficial. I wish we lived in MA! (NT) -- CT DM, 06:32:20 04/19/18 Thu Thanks so much, I appreciate it! (NT) -- K (Op), 09:06:54 04/19/18 Thu Email -- Dm, 16:42:51 04/19/18 Thu enclosed -- OP, 17:11:44 04/19/18 Thu

Subject: IDTANA Scholarship-Has anyone heard back yet?
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Subject: CUT
Author: KILOGEAR [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 14:32:48 04/17/18 Tue Hello All! I’d like to introduce CUT, a line of revolutionary, high performance gear that incorporates KILOGEAR’S weighted technology specifically for Irish dancers. The weights are suspended in internal pockets throughout the clothing and our high intensity compression fabrics ensure that movement is kept to a minimum. The addition of only a few pounds has a dramatic effect when distributed throughout the body and is proven to help dancers improve their strength and overall performance. Dancers require a massive amount of speed and power to properly execute movements and Irish dancing is probably the only sport that has a culture of not training in the exact conditions as they will experience on a competition day. Dancers are required to literally weigh themselves down with a costume that can sometimes weigh up to five pounds for some of the girls, yet no one ever practices under those conditions because the costumes are too expensive and fragile to constantly wear. KILOGEAR CUT is the solution to this very real problem that effects the performance of nearly every dancer worldwide. Dancers typically have extreme muscle imbalance due to the very nature of Irish dancing, which results in a weak core and lack of upper body strength. KILOGEAR CUT is designed to help address these issues and build the foundations of a more well-rounded athlete. As dancing has evolved to be so dynamic it’s massively important to maintain steady posture and a sense of ease in the upper body. Our weighted tops help restrict arm movement and require dancers to properly engage their back and core while dancing. The weighted leggings force dancers to move quicker and be sharper throughout the dance. In addition to our gear we are designing an entire exercise and fitness programme that will teach dancers how to properly use the gear and function as a form of cross training in a way that best compliments their already extremely rigorous dancing schedule. Please check out our website at: https://kilogearcut.com And follow us on Instagram @KILOGEARCUT for updates! If you should have any questions email us at: Cut@KiloGear.com [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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May I please request you take the time to address a main concern on your website? Namely, much research has shown that Irish dance specifically does not utilize the body's athletic ability to absorb shock (ie, landing jumps on toes and straight leg, rocks where significant torsion occurs on joints, etc), and as a result the load on an Irish Dancer's joints and legs are intense. I have always understood that constant addition of weight increases the stress -- medical DM, 09:55:04 04/18/18 Wed This is such a good point and our main concern with these products as well. Very interested in new training techniques, but we're concerned this will increase the likelihood of injury. (NT) -- Would love to see some research on this!, 10:22:02 04/18/18 Wed

Subject: Not sure if I still have contact info email for Alan at Feisweb. Can anyone help?
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I believe it's alan@feisweb (NT) -- Hth, 11:47:22 04/17/18 Tue

Subject: Are the judges for the Father’s Day feis listed anywhere, or is it too early?
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Subject: Any chance hansen keohane will post results anywhere, thx
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Wondering the same thing (NT) -- Ddmom, 07:22:05 04/15/18 Sun Wouldn’t hold my breath. Best bet is looking at pages of schools that frequently post and know the full results will be on FeisWeb in a few days (NT) -- Sorry, 10:43:53 04/15/18 Sun Feisweb only did champs:( (NT) -- Id, 13:56:37 04/15/18 Sun Do they not tweet like the other feises do? (NT) -- wondering, 14:36:10 04/15/18 Sun Does anyone know when feisweb will post champs from HK? (NT) -- ID, 15:24:04 04/16/18 Mon I was wondering the same thing. Normally they are up by Monday morning. (NT) -- couldn't go, 16:41:20 04/16/18 Mon They are up now ! (NT) -- IDmom, 20:02:35 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: Feis Tan at Home
Author: dancer27 [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:25:17 04/13/18 Fri Hello, I was looking into getting Feis Tan from Home. I was wondering what people's thoughts and reviews were on the product? Or if there is another tanning method and brand you have found better that works for you? Thank you in advance! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I love feis tan at home. easy application and depending on how dark you want the legs will dictate how many coats. (NT) -- fan, 08:38:36 04/13/18 Fri We really dislike it. Much prefer Fake Bake Darker or Expresso (NT) -- Our preference, 11:38:49 04/13/18 Fri Great product. Very easy to use. (NT) -- DM, 11:53:08 04/13/18 Fri We love it! Two coats is perfect for a weekend feis for my pale daughter, three is more than enough for majors. It's very easy to use and hard to mess up, we've found. (NT) -- Feis tan fans, 11:45:34 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: Feis at the Beach Update- see inside first reply
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Updates -- FABcommittee, 16:43:24 04/12/18 Thu

Subject: Bracken Blackout Feis and Bracken School Feis
Author: Bracken Parent [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 15:58:37 04/12/18 Thu The registration deadline for the Bracken Blackout feis and the Bracken Feis has been moved forward to April 17th. This will allow us time to get schedules out to you as early as possible. Two Feisanna in one weekend! May 1st is the deadline to qualify for Nationals. If you are hoping to get your first to qualify, this is your last chance. The adjudicator panel will rotate the two day schedule between the two gyms and the auditorium. Judges are all out of state. Please see below for list of adjudictors: Kathy Irvine, Ont Ellen Riordan, NJ John Jennings, NJ Rose Fearon, Ont Brian Grant, Ont Mary Bryan, Ont. Moira McMahon, NY Darren Maguire, AZ Matthew Martin, NJ Musicians: Michael Fitzpatrick, MA Ina O'Brien, Ont. Pat King, Ont You may register online at www.feisweb.com for both feisanna. We hope to see you there. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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can the feis committee comment on the championship stages? are they raised? built by a staging company? what will champs be dancing on? (NT) -- thank you in advance for the information, 19:07:18 04/12/18 Thu

Subject: 10 days left to enter Shea-Jennings Feis without late fee
Author: sj feis secretary [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 09:52:01 04/12/18 Thu The 14th Annual Shea-Jennings Feis May 5, 2018 Cranford, NJ Sashes & round awards for Prelim/Open Well organized - runs on time! Entries open on www.efeis.com Syllabus on www.deirdreshea.com Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Sheajenningsfeis2018/ [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Harney Pender Keady-Opinions on this school please Also do they have strong teams? Looking to move novice 6 year old & want her to be nurtured & pushed further, she's losing motivation at current school
Author: Dance mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:20:52 04/12/18 Thu [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Also if they have championship teams does one need to be a very strong solo dancer too? (NT) -- Dance mom, 08:54:43 04/12/18 Thu All team members need to be strong dancers. They do not need to be soloists however that experience and training makes them stronger dancers. Judges score all the dancing, not just the lead dancers. (NT) -- No name, 06:00:21 04/14/18 Sat In looking at the results for the 2017 New England Oir. Girls Ceili results, they placed 1st for teams for each competition: U8, U10, U12, U15, & 15/over. Since your daughter is young, looking at the U8 category there were 2 teams that recalled (1st and 3rd place). So that's 16 dancers U8. They are likely not all at the championship level for solos at that young age. -- Link inside to feisresults, 11:34:54 04/12/18 Thu Thanks for this, current team has team but it includes tc's daughter, 2 nieces & strong solo dancers no space for dd & not enough to make up second team. What is the standard of teaching like in HPK? (NT) -- Dance mom, 15:31:19 04/12/18 Thu High, I think. But I have no basis of comparison for teaching in irish dance. We have been at no other school. It may be similar at other dance schools. I can tell you my perspective. -- hth, 11:35:21 04/14/18 Sat HPK has recently been allowed to complete because they were caught cheating. (NT) -- So there is that..., 16:41:44 04/12/18 Thu Didn't know if that was truth or speculation, another dm mentioned that when I asked around... (NT) -- What type of dancer do they generally produce? Elegant, powerful etc..., 16:53:21 04/12/18 Thu Your sentence makes no sense. Perhaps you meant to say "has NOT been allowed to compete". However since the OP asked about Harney, that would be a lie. It was Pender-Keady in CT that cheated, not Harney in MA. (NT) -- let's stick to facts, shall we?, 15:14:59 04/14/18 Sat Harney didn't cheat, just bailed the cheaters out. And before someone tries to put a heroic spin on it, PK dancers were offered the option to transfer with no ban (NT) -- Lost respect for Harney, 17:23:53 04/14/18 Sat So you want to punish the dancers that didn't xfer but still wanted to dance? Bless your heart. (NT) -- jig mom, 06:21:46 04/15/18 Sun I feel bad for the dancers who were made collateral damage by their own teachers unethical actions. Unfortunately there are always consequences, sometimes that have nothing to do with the dancer, in ID. Just ask any of the incredibly hard working kids who busted their butts all year, and never understood they didn't have a shot because numbers were slipped under a door. (NT) -- Thanks for caring about my dancer, and bless your heart too!, 07:09:32 04/15/18 Sun Consequences for the dancers that had nothing to do with the actions of their teachers????!!! Are you for real????!!!! -- jig mom, 07:31:52 04/15/18 Sun Yes, unfortunately they belonged to an organization whose leaders tried to cheat. Apparently their teachers didn't consider how their actions would impact their own dancers and all the others from other schools that work so hard. When a coach cheats, the team unfortunately pays the price. I don't really see a difference. It is unfair to the kids, but life isn't always fair. (NT) -- JMO, 07:55:23 04/15/18 Sun And by the way, I m not "bashing" kids, HPK dancers are amazing dancers and the dancers I know from school are wonderful kids, I am talking about their teachers. Just because someone doesn't agree with what teachers did, it doesn't mean they are "bashing" the kids. (NT) -- JMO, 08:02:28 04/15/18 Sun It is unfair to the kids and you are not making it any easier. (NT) -- jig mom, 08:54:12 04/15/18 Sun This is a public forum for discussion, but you are correct and don't want to make it harder on kids (NT) -- No harm meant towards any dancers, 09:08:42 04/15/18 Sun I think what was unfair to the kids was that their teacher had so little faith in them that she felt the only way they could win was if she cheated. And the saddest part of all of it is that she's still teaching. Shame on the regionand shame on IDTANA and CLRG for allowing this. (NT) -- have lost all respect for them, 08:34:39 04/21/18 Sat They have always allowed to compete. The two schools merged so the students could compete still from the school in question. Strong teams in Ma. (NT) -- Dancer, 17:55:05 04/12/18 Thu This is a great school, and if your dd wants to put in the work, she will go far with the instruction she receives here. Please do not pay attention to those who bring up the cheating scandal? Liam Harney stepped in to help out Pender Keady. THERE WAS NO SCANDAL AT THE WALPOLE LOCATION OF THE ORIGINAL HARNEY ACADEMY! I believe that if you choose this school you will not regret it-Liam gets the best from all his dancers. (NT) -- Happy transfer, 18:27:11 04/12/18 Thu A novice 6 yr old losing motivation? I shuddered reading that. (NT) -- Hope you find what you are looking for, 20:48:34 04/12/18 Thu So sorry I made you shudder!6 year old is losing motivation as tc is blatently favouring her own dd & nieces, obvious even to the kids, dd feels she will never be as good (NT) -- More parents feel the same&looking elsewhere, 03:01:46 04/13/18 Fri Must admit I felt the same way when I first read it, but clearly more to the story. (NT) -- Good Luck, 05:57:11 04/13/18 Fri She is 6 so it could also be she is just losing interest. It happens. No harm in investigating other activities. (NT) -- Nt, 08:08:03 04/15/18 Sun What is the story about PK cheating? (NT) -- dm, 10:05:40 04/15/18 Sun Irish dance is SUPER subjective and it's always going to be the teachers kids and their nieces and the favorites and it that bothers you now do yourself and your tiny dancer a huge favor and find another activity. Just because one school got caught doesn't mean everyone else doesn't do it in one way or another. (NT) -- keeping it reel, 06:36:00 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: Anyone know if mcinerney happening in worcester later this year, a fav of ours
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Subject: how can i learn how ro white tape hard shoes thx
Author: itstime [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 18:15:11 04/10/18 Tue [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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We learned by watching YouTube videos. There are several out there. (NT) -- Good Luck, 19:28:17 04/10/18 Tue

Subject: Does anyone know if the woman who took photos at many eastern MAR and western NER feiseanna is still doing so? I looked for her on pinterest and couldn't find even old ones.
Author: Loved seeing them! [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:27:25 04/10/18 Tue [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: MONTREAL FEIS - SATURDAY MAY 19TH (DOUBLE FEIS WEEKEND OPPORTUNITY --> OTTAWA CAPITAL FEIS MAY 20TH)
Author: Feis Admin [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:55:51 04/10/18 Tue Montreal Feis Saturday May 19th John Abbott College, St.Anne de Bellevue, Quebec Entries close May 7th REGISTER at IFEIS.NET !! OFFERING: *SPECIAL TROPHY DANCE OFF COMPETITIONS FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS* *GRADES/CHAMP LEVEL TREBLE REELS* *PRELIMINARY DANCE-OFF FOR PERPETUAL TROPHY* *JUNIOR AND SENIOR CHAMP DANCE OFF WITH PERPETUAL TROPHY* *PARENT-CHILD COMPETITIONS* FEATURING: *AUDITORIUM FOR ALL CHAMPS AND SOME PRELIM COMPETITIONS* *SASHES FOR TOP THREE CHAMP AS WELL AS PRELIM AND TROPHY SPECIAL WINNERS* *TWO CHAMP LEVEL STAGES* *OUTDOOR CONCERT STAGE AND PUB* *LIVE PERFORMANCES BEGINNING AT NOON* SEE YOU THERE!!!!! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Putting in a plug for this feis-- beautiful facility, great school, Montreal is a fun city. (NT) -- Former Short School dancer transplanted to NE, 18:47:34 04/12/18 Thu

Subject: HK Feis Schedule
Author: committee [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 04:33:18 04/10/18 Tue The HK feis schedule is posted on our facebook page and our website www.hansenkeohane.com Looking forward to another great feis day! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Will results be posted for this Feis? (NT) -- DM, 10:16:49 04/10/18 Tue FeisWeb always posts HK feis results every year. (NT) -- hth, 17:40:04 04/10/18 Tue I dont’t think they post grades (NT) -- Unfortunately ...😐, 18:21:30 04/10/18 Tue Can we purchase marks at the feis? (NT) -- ? thank you, 07:03:53 04/11/18 Wed Wasn't able to last year. (NT) -- good luck, 15:30:00 04/11/18 Wed From what I remember, no...but i faintly remember getting a note card back with comments , when DD collected her medals.. (NT) -- But that was a few years ago, and I could be wrong (Sorry, not much help), 10:33:31 04/11/18 Wed

Subject: Adult Irish Dancing Classes
Author: Thx [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:53:19 04/09/18 Mon Are there any in the Greater Boston /Quincy area? Thx! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Rita O’Shea (O’Shea Chaplin), has adult solo classes in Squantum in Quincy on Wednesday nights. (NT) -- HTH, 13:14:51 04/09/18 Mon She moved into Brady's territory? I always thought Brady was the only Irish dance school in the tiny community of Squantum. When did Rita open a Squantum class? (NT) -- interested, 16:49:05 04/09/18 Mon I think it's been a while; I started taking them 2 years ago and it didn't seem like they were new then. $10/class. (NT) -- adult dancer, 07:43:27 04/10/18 Tue Rita has had an adult class in Quincy for years and years (NT) -- none, 18:33:59 04/10/18 Tue But has it been in Squantum for years and years? (NT) -- curious, 06:01:27 04/11/18 Wed The adult class has been in Squantum for about 6 years maybe. (NT) -- HTH, 06:41:56 04/11/18 Wed https://kieranjordan.com/ - Classes in Hyde Park -- Ann, 07:28:28 04/16/18 Mon

Subject: Hansen Keohane Feis
Author: Celticcurls2 [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:11:03 04/09/18 Mon Hi, does anyone know if Hansen Keohane will have day of entry? Thank you. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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It’s posted on their website!! (NT) -- So appreciated it came out early., 19:28:43 04/09/18 Mon

Subject: Lenihan Feis
Author: Lenihan Teachers [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 09:49:30 04/09/18 Mon The Lenihan teachers would like to thank everyone who attended our feis yesterday. Thank you especially to all of you who took the time to thank a parent volunteer for their hard work or say a quick thank you to one of us. Those comments are so appreciated after all of the effort it takes to put on a feis. Huge thank you also to all of our parent and dancer volunteers. We couldn't do this without all of you! See you all for our fall feis on November 4! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Thank YOU for a lovely feis! Were photos taken at awards? I checked Twitter and only saw photos for one or two comps. (NT) -- Too short to see over the wigs :), 13:55:42 04/09/18 Mon Thank you for the nice compliment! We didn't take many photos at awards. We had a bit of trouble posting some things, as the school has limited service in places. But we may try to post more awards photos next time! (NT) -- Feis Committee, 21:47:50 04/09/18 Mon Thank you - it was great! (NT) -- ginger mom, 14:10:35 04/09/18 Mon Thank you for a wonderful feis! Worth the trip from Mid America! (NT) -- Mid America Dance Mom, 15:41:10 04/10/18 Tue Thank you for safe floors! It's very much appreciated. And thank you for a well run feis. (NT) -- NE mom, 22:24:07 04/10/18 Tue We appreciate all of your lovely comments. Definitely makes the hard work worth it! (NT) -- Feis Committee, 08:16:00 04/11/18 Wed

Subject: Anyone know when the Hansen Keohane schedule will be out, and do they list numbers in competitions?
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Subject: Anyone else buy a ID dress and have major problems... Help
Author: qq [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 06:39:10 04/09/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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ID costume Design company is that what you are asking? (NT) -- X, 09:02:17 04/09/18 Mon SOOOOOO many problems. Will never use again (NT) -- Not a fan, 09:39:22 04/09/18 Mon Yes I would concur. (NT) -- X, 10:14:38 04/09/18 Mon Same here, multiple issues and excuses when they finally answered email (NT) -- Never again, 13:37:48 04/09/18 Mon Paid a fortune, did not get dress be date needed, dress arrived and is too small, stiching and jewlels are off. trying to resell but very little interest seems like they have a bad rap now... (NT) -- MAD, 12:20:07 04/09/18 Mon Paid a fortune, did not get dress by date needed, dress arrived and is too small, stiching and jewlels are off, skirt does not sit right.. trying to resell but very little interest seems like they have a bad rap now... (NT) -- MAD, 12:21:00 04/09/18 Mon What dress maker is this? (NT) -- Dance mom, 14:48:31 04/09/18 Mon "ID Costume Design" out of California (NT) -- Horrible experience buying from ID, 14:59:24 04/09/18 Mon I would never buy a used one not made well cheap!!! (NT) -- Aa, 15:25:41 04/09/18 Mon Horrible Experience -- JJ, 20:57:21 04/09/18 Mon ID designs was a phase for a period of time before it went rock bottom (NT) -- dd, 07:14:40 04/10/18 Tue Would not recommend them, Will never buy from them Again -- Worst Experience Yet, 07:33:48 04/10/18 Tue I know a few dancers who received lovely dresses from them in 2017. But communication was lackluster. By fall of 2017 it was worse with one dancer receiving a dress that was nothing she requested, changes to sketch, color and barely half the bling she paid for. (More) -- NE mom., 08:45:36 04/10/18 Tue

Subject: Gavin dress - £350
Author: ID Mum [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 04:56:04 04/09/18 Mon Hot pink Gavin dress - worn once. Chest 32/33", waist 27/28" and length 32". Worn once - perfect for Intermediate dancer. Would just like dress used again so happy to consider offers. Please email if interested. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Long shot, but did someone at Lenihan in the main gym by stage E bring home a blue skort/tennis skirt by mistake?
Author: Dancer, more inside [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 14:12:24 04/08/18 Sun Mine went missing after being on top of my dress bag under the bleachers. Possibly an Inishfree family who were camping nearby? Looks like this: https://www.target.com/p/women-s-run-shorts-c9-champion-174/-/A-53167649?preselect=52897200#lnk=sametab. Will be at Feis at theNeach, or will pay to ship. Email posted. Thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: What is with the cutting of the dancers numbers! I have seen corners cut and length taken off each side? Is there a REASON for this??
Author: DancingD [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 12:27:23 04/08/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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So judges know a certain school (NT) -- Sad, 12:44:48 04/08/18 Sun Seriously? Hmm. Wearing things to help judges identify a dance school? Sound like cheating to me. (NT) -- jig mom, 13:13:11 04/08/18 Sun Give me a break. I paid 3 grand for DD dress. I want to be able to see most of it (NT) -- Stupid consp. theory, 21:41:25 04/08/18 Sun The judges can tell a school by the steps. Not to mention just familiarity with frequent feisers. Even I as a dance mom know a lot of NE kids by sight and my dancer doesn't feis that much. (NT) -- Ridiculous, 05:16:14 04/09/18 Mon Ridiculous! What message is that sending to your dancer?’ (NT) -- Reelmom, 13:50:27 04/08/18 Sun It gets in the way when my son dances, and gets wrinkled. So we take off the excess. I don't think that actually gives away his school.... (NT) -- Really? Just making the card fit better and not take up the whole vest, 14:02:36 04/08/18 Sun U9 daughter cuts because skirt is short and bends her number up (NT) -- cuts number when possible, 14:30:06 04/08/18 Sun We trim dd's number because clip is low on the skirt; just trim to number so it doesn't overwhelm skirt. No one else in our school does so I don't think it makes a connection for her. (NT) -- to each their own, 14:32:38 04/08/18 Sun Same. I also slightly round the corners so the pointy edges don't get stuck in a distracting position on the skirt while dancing. Hard to explain but primary reason is that my daughter is petite and the skirt is small. (NT) -- No name, 17:09:52 04/08/18 Sun Trimming the card is not a bad idea especially if it blocks the design of the skirt. Is it truly an "identifying " factor. I can't imagine it would work as such as anyone can cut their card to any shape. Kind of silly to think it's a "signal" to a judge. But in ID, nothing would surprise me. (NT) -- A mom, 17:50:02 04/08/18 Sun No conspiracy here- sometimes they are too big, get caught in the panels of dress. (NT) -- Honest reasons, 20:19:46 04/08/18 Sun You are so upset by someone trimming their card that you need to resort to all caps? It might be time to take a little break from dance if something so minor stresses you out so very much. We trim dd's card because if we don't it tends to curl up which looks sloppy and makes it harder to read. (NT) -- there's no card conspiracy, 16:52:52 04/09/18 Mon We keep it in the same shape but trim some of the excess because it gets in the way when dancing. Especially for outdoor feises when my daughter wears a leo/skirt, it gets horribly bent. (NT) -- Still readable - nothing cut OFF, 18:31:14 04/10/18 Tue You people are insane and just starting a war. We cut our number because my daughter is a petite dancer nd the way her skirt is on her dress , the original size number is too big and covers half the skirt. (NT) -- Not an identifying factor... get over it., 08:04:56 04/11/18 Wed

Subject: Lenihan tweeting? Twitter link? Not seeing anything on school twitter
Author: Thanks [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:49:29 04/08/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I was just going to post the same thing? -- Lisa, 08:56:20 04/08/18 Sun Their Twitter and FB page says they will be tweeting results but it doesn’t look like that is happening (NT) -- Disappointed, 08:58:27 04/08/18 Sun They are tweeting now (NT) -- -, 10:26:36 04/08/18 Sun Four Tweets since the feis started. One result. Hoping the feis isn't running that far behind. (NT) -- ...., 11:50:34 04/08/18 Sun