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Subject: Are results for Florida Feis being posted today?

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Date Posted: 11:27:12 02/10/18 Sat

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The results are on feis worx (NT) -- ..., 13:40:06 02/10/18 Sat

Thank you! (NT) -- DM, 16:54:45 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: Will there be an April Feis for Horgan?

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Date Posted: 13:56:41 02/16/18 Fri

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Subject: Long shot!

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Thanks in advance
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Date Posted: 08:49:42 02/14/18 Wed

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: 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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Date Posted: 18:39:40 02/14/18 Wed

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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: 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: any new England dancers at AI?

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Date Posted: 04:35:25 02/11/18 Sun

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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: 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: Inishfree Feis closes in 3 days!

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Date Posted: 09:37:59 02/13/18 Tue

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

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Date Posted: 12:13:45 02/09/18 Fri

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

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Date Posted: 21:39:25 02/08/18 Thu

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: Rose & Shamrock schedule is posted at our website.

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Date Posted: 16:26:04 02/11/18 Sun

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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Date Posted: 08:51:48 02/11/18 Sun

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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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Date Posted: 14:33:42 02/09/18 Fri

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

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Date Posted: 19:16:23 02/06/18 Tue

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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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Date Posted: 20:17:40 02/05/18 Mon

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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: 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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Date Posted: 05:46:30 02/07/18 Wed

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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: What are the rules with private lessons in IRish dance

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Date Posted: 11:33:16 02/05/18 Mon

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

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Date Posted: 13:43:14 02/05/18 Mon

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

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Date Posted: 10:59:49 02/05/18 Mon

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: Shamrock School Feis

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

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Date Posted: 20:23:25 01/30/18 Tue

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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: 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: Who are the Lenihan Feis judges?

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Date Posted: 17:16:36 02/05/18 Mon

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

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mary
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Date Posted: 08:13:28 02/05/18 Mon

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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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Date Posted: 08:23:13 02/04/18 Sun

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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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FAB Committee
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Date Posted: 03:47:23 02/03/18 Sat

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

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

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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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Date Posted: 10:57:43 01/30/18 Tue

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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: 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: 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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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: 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: Does anyone need flights on Aer Lingus?

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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: Lenihan Annual Feis

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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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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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Subject: Any grade exams coming up in New England

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Date Posted: 12:02:36 01/14/18 Sun

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Wondering as well. (NT) -- mom, 16:05:54 01/23/18 Tue

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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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: Can anyone tell me what is a double-reel?

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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: Feis na Nollag - see inside post for detailsg

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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: 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: Save the Date! Murray Feis!

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Feis Committee
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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: 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: ID Costume Design Phone Number

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

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

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Subject: Shamrock Stitchery Dress for Sale

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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: 2018 New England Regional Feis

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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: ID Designs Solo Dress for Sale $950 https://www.facebook.com/groups/659698917433037/permalink/1699203240149261/?sale_post_id=1699203240149261

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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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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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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: 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: Would someone please share schedule experience w Prelim 16+ at HPK feis?

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Sched shows 11:45. Reliable? 4-hour drive for us. Thank you.
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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: 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: The Shamrock Feis Judges are now posted on our website Shamrockdancestudio.com

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Shamrock Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 17:26:04 01/04/18 Thu

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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: 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: Lenihan Feis

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Date Posted: 07:38:35 01/08/18 Mon

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: 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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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: 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: Feis na Nollag 2018

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Date Posted: 19:34:35 01/02/18 Tue

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

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Feis Committee
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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: 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: 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: Are results for Florida Feis being posted today?
Author: ThankU [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:27:12 02/10/18 Sat [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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The results are on feis worx (NT) -- ..., 13:40:06 02/10/18 Sat Thank you! (NT) -- DM, 16:54:45 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: Will there be an April Feis for Horgan?
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Subject: Long shot!
Author: Thanks in advance [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:49:42 02/14/18 Wed 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 [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: 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 ?
Author: Help [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 18:39:40 02/14/18 Wed [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: websites for dress sales
Author: dress mama [ Edit \| View ]	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!! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: any new England dancers at AI?
Author: supporter [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 04:35:25 02/11/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: New England Regional Feis 2018
Author: Feis Committee [ Edit \| View ]	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 [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: Inishfree Feis closes in 3 days!
Author: Chair [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 09:37:59 02/13/18 Tue 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! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Quick question in Prelim is the rule 2 first same year can remain in Prelim for the year?
Author: Prelim Question [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 12:13:45 02/09/18 Fri [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: Looking for a dance school in the Boston area that takes transfers, is low drama, etc.
Author: DM [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 21:39:25 02/08/18 Thu 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! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: Does anyone know of a feis in the NE region offering grade 11 exam?
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Subject: Inishfree Feis, Sunday, February 25, 2018.
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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: Can the Lenihan Feis Committee please post the adjudicators? Thank you!
Author: tia [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 19:16:23 02/06/18 Tue [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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.
Author: annoyed moderator [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 20:17:40 02/05/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: Dd in grades, seeing white ss laces and the taping of hs...something needed to win..when do you start that, tx
Author: mumma [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 05:46:30 02/07/18 Wed [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: What are the rules with private lessons in IRish dance
Author: Dd [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:33:16 02/05/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: What new Engalnd State is easiest to place in? Your opinion...or4 has less dancers in events CT appears small
Author: ss [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 13:43:14 02/05/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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

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Subject: "Blacks" costumes
Author: Dancer829 [ Edit \| View ]	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! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: Anyone have personal familiarity w Sacred Heart’s Irish dance team?
Author: Thanks [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 10:59:49 02/05/18 Mon 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. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: Shamrock School Feis
Author: Sheila & Shannon [ Edit \| View ]	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. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: NAIDC day schedule is out. And also, eeewwww the logo
Author: finally [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 20:23:25 01/30/18 Tue [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: NANs Hotels
Author: hotel [ Edit \| View ]	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? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: Who are the Lenihan Feis judges?
Author: Thanks [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 17:16:36 02/05/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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: What sites are the best for looking for used Solo Dance Dresses?
Author: mary [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:13:28 02/05/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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.
Author: - [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:08:12 02/04/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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
Author: home [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:23:13 02/04/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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
Author: FAB Committee [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 03:47:23 02/03/18 Sat [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: So is the Bracken Feis 2 Feis one Saturday/Sunday but 1 blackout?what do u prefer?
Author: Dd (Dd) [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 15:30:52 01/27/18 Sat [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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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