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New England Irish Dance Message Board

Dancers, MAIDs, DAIDs, TCs, ADCRGs & friends -- this is the place to discuss the NE Region Irish Dance scene.
All I ask is that you treat each other with respect. Inappropriate posts may be removed at the moderator's discretion.
If you have an issue, or need to report a problem with a post, please email me with your concern. I can be reached at NE_IrishDanceATyahoo.com.

Subject: The O'Shea-Chaplin Academy will be hosting grades exams for grades 1-12 on January 19th & 20th, in Watertown, Massachusetts. Applications for grades 11 and 12 are due by October 15th. Please contact Lisa at osheachaplin@hotmail.com.

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lisa
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Date Posted: 14:10:33 09/11/18 Tue

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Thank you O'Shea for providing this opportunity and giving plenty of notice time to get applications to you. (NT) -- :), 08:34:28 09/12/18 Wed
Thank you for offering them in January..My Dancers taking exams at DBBA can now take them at your location next . Super convenient.,We’re lucky to have had 2 exams offered locally (NT) -- DM, 09:17:30 09/12/18 Wed

Subject: Room available at Hilton Homewood Suites 11/16-11/18

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JJ
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Date Posted: 16:45:31 09/10/18 Mon

Queen bedroom suite

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Is t his still available, Im interested (NT) -- tracy C, 14:17:51 09/11/18 Tue

Is this still available , Im interested (NT) -- Tracy C, 14:18:29 09/11/18 Tue

Room available at Hilton Homewood Suites 11/16-11/18 -- JJ, 20:20:23 09/11/18 Tue

Subject: **GALLAGHER SCHOOL POCONO FEIS**

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~Feis Secretary
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Date Posted: 10:47:53 09/11/18 Tue

**POCONO FEIS is closing for entries tomorrow night at midnight on 9/12/18.
Please register and make your payment on Feisweb if you plan to attend.
**USED DRESS FOR SALE FORM is available to download and print at home at:
gallagherschoolofirishdancing.com

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Subject: American Pride Feis and Music City Feis open for registration on Quickfeis!

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 09:51:05 09/11/18 Tue

3 chances in one weekend!

*American Pride Feis is now featuring second chance comps for Beg2-Prelim!

*Grade Exams 1-10 on Friday, October 26!

*Music City Feis is a blackout feis: no wigs, no costumes!

*Non-trad set comps for Novice, Prizewinner, and Preliminary Championships!

Come enjoy some Southern Hospitality in beautiful Nashville, TN! Voted best place in the U.S. to spend a weekend, and we'd love to show you why!

American Pride Feis, Saturday, October 27
Music City Feis, Sunday, October 28

www.tnirishdance.com

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Subject: DRESS SALE Saturday Sept 15th 9am-12pm OPEN TO ALL!

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NE dance mom
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Date Posted: 09:03:21 09/10/18 Mon

Looking to purchase a dress for Oireachtas? or need to sell a solo dress or vest?
DRESS SALE OPEN TO ALL DANCE FAMILIES TO BUY OR SELL

Saturday, September 15th 9am-12pm
945 Main Street Walpole MA

Supervised dress room with seamstress on site
$5 to leave dress, please drop dress off at 8:30am

Questions or to preregister dress/vest contact Carolyn at carolynsudhalter@hotmail.com
Hosted by Harney Pender-Keady Academy

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Over 70 dresses for sale! -- NE dance mom, 06:01:44 09/11/18 Tue

Subject: I thought I'd calmed down but I haven't. What happened with the room block is not ok. Sending an updated link 14 hours before the block opens? Ludicrous! Whoever made that decision should step down. It is just plain wrong what they did.

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MAD
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Date Posted: 10:29:43 09/09/18 Sun

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Not sure if it will make you any better, but I had correct link, loaded immediately, but after putting all info in for room did not get one. Will stay at other option, Red Lion is only a block away. Will make the best of it and will make it through the weekend w dancers all 3 days (NT) -- Not everyone gets in, 14:30:38 09/09/18 Sun
We always try for the host hotel as the ideal, but are ready to abandon for a nearby hotel. Sometimes it’s our year, sometimes not. King rooms still avail at Hilton. (NT) -- -, 14:47:32 09/09/18 Sun

No rooms are available Have tried many times and talked no luck -- DD, 18:47:41 09/09/18 Sun

Friend just booked a Hilton king room for 2 nights (NT) -- Hth, 23:12:02 09/09/18 Sun

Sending it 14 hours before seems like more than enough time to me. It was just a link, didn't require any extra effort on our part to use the 2nd one rather than the 1st one. I do feel sorry for the people whose TCs didn't bother to send it out in time, but that's totally the fault of those TCs. (NT) -- realist, 17:39:13 09/09/18 Sun

Your note assumes TC’s got the link and parents got their forward. Unfortunately this wasn’t the reality for many parties. I’m glad I worked out for you. Not so much for many of us. (NT) -- NE Mama, 18:38:51 09/09/18 Sun

So you are claiming the region withheld the new link from some TCs? (NT) -- that seems odd, 20:20:45 09/09/18 Sun

Conspiracy theory much? No. That’s not what I’m saying. And not everyone is up checking emails 24 hour’s a day. (NT) -- Dancing, 21:22:45 09/09/18 Sun

TC’s received the correct links at 10:13PM. We don’t expect our TC to respond to emails at that hour. The region should have waited to open the block a day to resolve during usual hours. (NT) -- Tough luck!, 20:37:44 09/09/18 Sun

It doesn't matter if the TCs sent it out (ours did not)--the correct link was on the IDTANE-NE region in the morning. That's where I clicked from. (NT) -- ****, 05:41:57 09/10/18 Mon
In the end, it was a gamble if one got in or not. Try to calm down and let it go. With so many other things in life that are stressful, don't make this one of them. As the saying goes, let it go . . . (NT) -- happy lives longer, 09:00:02 09/10/18 Mon

Several from our school who found Hartford to be very unappealing last year decided to forgo the block and have just outside of Hartford. Less than 10 min. drive to venue and a great rate, nice area, and better options for dining, well as availability of family suites. (NT) -- Missing Providence., 09:15:24 09/10/18 Mon

If you are willing to stay outside the block and would rather just not bother with Hartford altogether you have two really nice options on either side of the city. West Hartford - Blue Back Square and West Farm area have lots of shopping/resturants and a few hotels. Buckland Hills area of Manchester CT has a TON of hotels as well as things to do. Both locations within a 10 min. drive to the parking garage which has ample parking. (NT) -- CT resident, 16:18:47 09/10/18 Mon

Another great option is Glastonbury- two hotels within walking distance of a somerset square - great shops and restaurants. (NT) -- DM, 04:20:38 09/11/18 Tue

Subject: New to this, how do you go about transferring a room to someone else at the Hilton?? Thanks in advance!

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Date Posted: 18:44:24 09/10/18 Mon

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Subject: The link doesn’t work!!!!!

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What is going on?
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Date Posted: 06:03:40 09/07/18 Fri

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The link was incorrect, we had a new one sent to us last night (NT) -- Didn't matter anyway, sold out!, 06:05:41 09/07/18 Fri
Totally ridiculous! Why is it sold out before the block even opened at 8am. I finally got through on the phone at 8:20 and was told it was sold out. The link on the website never even opened up, just said the website was closed. Why bother saying the rooms will open at 8 if there aren't any rooms available? (NT) -- AM, 06:24:19 09/07/18 Fri

I went on at 8:07 with the new link and got a room, so they weren't sold out at that point. I've always believed it's a crapshoot, some get through if they fall into the system at just the right moment. (NT) -- DM, 06:54:23 09/07/18 Fri

What?! I was on at 8:03 with new link and was told it was sold out (NT) -- ., 10:47:37 09/07/18 Fri

Links -- Chaos, 06:34:17 09/07/18 Fri

so what are the new links? (NT) -- ff, 06:43:07 09/07/18 Fri

I put all my info then and when I went to confirm it said it was sold out. So frustrating and sad for those who did not book ahead of time but weren't aware links were changed! (NT) -- Same old bs, 06:34:48 09/07/18 Fri
The link opened exactly at 8 and I got a room. I followed link posted last night from the region. I clicked on it at 7:59 said it was not open yet then at 8 exactly I clicked and it worked. (NT) -- Had to be quick with the typing, 06:49:00 09/07/18 Fri

I'm sure it worked great for those who had the correct link. They really shouldn't wait til the 11th hour to change the info. Not fair for those who weren't given the link by their teachers. That email they sent to the teachers wasn't sent out until 10:12pm. Seriously?! (NT) -- ai, 06:52:50 09/07/18 Fri

Not true. I was given the correct link in plenty of time (NT) -- And it still sold out by 8:00. Link had nothing to do with it, 07:03:04 09/07/18 Fri

I woke up to new links, if your TC didn't send them out I would take it up with them. Also we wouldn't need new links if everyone followed the rules instead of trying to get around them. But as usual there are always those trying to get an edge (NT) -- IDM, 07:34:16 09/07/18 Fri

As is typical some moms/schools know that links are good or bad & the rest of us don’t! The information for Irish dance is never distributed fairly & it never will be! This is sadly my 15th year attempting to book an Oireachtas room add in all the other majors & my success rate is about 50% of getting what we want :( (NT) -- Hartford Sucks, 06:58:10 09/07/18 Fri

I had to work at 8, I emailed my mom the link directly from NEIDT last night and she was able to get a room in time this morning. I don't think this is a school favoritism thing. (NT) -- Google is your friend, 20:28:03 09/07/18 Fri

Sme BS, different year! Im so tired of this nonsense. Changing the link less than 24 hours before is utterly ridiculous. (NT) -- DM, 07:05:09 09/07/18 Fri
The main issue is year after year people ruin it for all by booking before the block opens! That is why they had to change it all. So blame those that don’t follow the rules. I got a room. 8:00 on the dot. Not discounting the frustration but really people play by the rules and everyone will have a fair chance. (NT) -- Missing Providence, 07:05:55 09/07/18 Fri

I miss Providence too! Hotels within walking distance - not 15 minutes along highway in a crappy area of Hartford! (NT) -- annoyed, 07:25:07 09/07/18 Fri
Anyone who booked before the block opened at 8 AM will have their room cancelled. (NT) -- T, 07:45:26 09/07/18 Fri

Yeah right, they say that every year and everyone knows that they don't have the authority to cancel them. -- Joke, 07:56:33 09/07/18 Fri

I booked a room before the block 2 years ago and they canceled it -- Cfk, 08:39:48 09/07/18 Fri
For the first time, last year I booked early. It was cancelled, so yes they do have the authority.. (NT) -- lesson learned, 12:57:40 09/07/18 Fri

For once in ID, cheating was not rewarded? I'm shocked, but I'm glad. (NT) -- nothing personal, 19:12:36 09/08/18 Sat

Utterly ridiculous! Was on hold on the Marriott 800 number for 35 minutes to the told they can't book in the block! Why give us the 800 if it is useless!!! (NT) -- annoyed!, 07:23:37 09/07/18 Fri
My experience (inside) -- Tired of it all, 08:13:00 09/07/18 Fri
I had correct links, opened it at 8, put all info in right down to last confirmation and then told room was already taken. It happens with so many putting their info in at the same time. First time we didn't get in to host hotel but will manage with another option. It will all work out, dd will dance, and we will survive. (NT) -- happens to the best, 09:59:11 09/07/18 Fri
What I don’t understand is , is the entire MARIOTT hotel blocked? Is it only Irish dance people in there that weekend? How can they do that? (NT) -- Confused, 05:23:01 09/08/18 Sat

I think it is... I tried booking a room last year when the dates first became available and the hotel was sold out. -- DM, 12:44:49 09/08/18 Sat
Probably not. They don't usually take an entire hotel. When it was in Prov I sometimes booked outside the block using points or even just my AAA discount. I really dislike Hartford. How many years is that contract they signed that stuck us there? (NT) -- can we please go back to Prov?, 19:11:09 09/08/18 Sat

I heard 5 year contract for Hartford (NT) -- -, 22:42:43 09/08/18 Sat

They allocate a VERY small # of rooms to our block. If you remember from last year, there was an auto show going on. Also, tons of business travelers. I too am confused as to why you can't book into the hotel and haven't been able to for months. But I sure bet we don't get as many rooms as we used to in Providence. (NT) -- NE mom, 10:26:28 09/09/18 Sun

I have this recurring fantasy where we all boycott the O until they move it back to Providence. I know, I know, it's the regional qualifier and nobody is going to actually boycott including me because dd would have a fit, as would her TC. But I can dream, can't I? (NT) -- old mom who hates Hartford, 17:42:12 09/09/18 Sun

I’m sooooo with you. (NT) -- Mass Mom, 18:40:41 09/09/18 Sun
And of course not everyone will boycott because some of us loved the Hartford Oireachtas last year. (NT) -- Different strokes, 05:43:46 09/10/18 Mon

Agreed. Hartford exceeded our expectations last year. Everywhere has its downsides.... -- Mom, 08:08:47 09/10/18 Mon

The venue was excellent. But that was about it. (NT) -- X, 12:26:49 09/10/18 Mon

Subject: Hilton room available 2 doubles 11/15-11/18

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Date Posted: 19:30:26 09/09/18 Sun

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interested in one room -- Allison, 12:09:44 09/10/18 Mon

Subject: Go Bridget Oei! Miss Connecticut!

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feismum
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Date Posted: 19:08:12 09/09/18 Sun

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Not from CT but rooting for our dear friend. Congrats on making it to top 15 so far (NT) -- Cheering you on from NH, 19:40:23 09/09/18 Sun
So excited for her!!! Way to represent!! First runner-up! (NT) -- :), 21:02:37 09/09/18 Sun
Beautiful dancer and so classy and stylish! Congrats Bridget! (NT) -- fan, 04:58:09 09/10/18 Mon
Congratulations Bridget! We're so proud of you! (NT) -- Mrs. C, 07:39:51 09/10/18 Mon

Subject: REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH FOR THE TEELIN FEIS!

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Kris (Feis Registrar)
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Date Posted: 06:30:25 09/05/18 Wed

Registration for the second annual "No Fancy Stuff" Teelin Feis opens this Saturday September 8th at 8am.

NEW! Registration will be via Quickfeis this year

NEW LOCATION! Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster MD

We capped within hours of opening last year, so don't miss out. This year we will NOT be keeping a wait list, so don't miss out.

Registration will cap at a total 1000 competitors, 350 champs.

“No Fancy Stuff” Feis! This means no wigs or formal costumes allowed.
Oireachtas-sized Champ Stages
Champs Start in Soft Shoe
Round Awards for Prelim and Open
Sashes for Top 5 Prelim and Open
Back-to-Back Feis Weekend with Feis Culkin

Go to Teelin Feis Website for more info.

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Teelin Feis to be held Sunday, November 4th. (NT) -- Kris (Feis Registrar), 10:24:47 09/05/18 Wed
open? (NT) -- ., 07:29:03 09/07/18 Fri

Subject: Anybody have the links to O hotels? Not posted on website and block opens in a few days. Thank you

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Date Posted: 05:08:58 09/05/18 Wed

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Our TC usually e-mails the links to us the night before. Not sure they are provided them earlier (NT) -- just our experience, 06:07:32 09/05/18 Wed
Check out o'shea Facebook page, saw them there (NT) -- O, 06:32:27 09/06/18 Thu

Subject: Transferring Rooms at Oierachtas in Hartford CT

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Date Posted: 18:37:42 09/05/18 Wed

Does anyone know if we are able to transfer rooms to others at all of the Hartford hotels on the block list without a fee? I have been looking at the HIlton Hartford in particular and it looks like you are not able to modify a reservation without a penalty. (I know we havent booked yet, but just want to be sure.) Thanks

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Where are you seeing information on hotel blocks? (NT) -- ??, 20:07:55 09/05/18 Wed

Hotel Block -- NT, 04:21:33 09/06/18 Thu

Subject: Can anyone please tell me who are the adjudicators for the Coogan Feis? I cannot seem to find them

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TIA
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Date Posted: 22:03:34 09/03/18 Mon

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I suggest contacting the school. Link inside: -- hth, 19:53:43 09/04/18 Tue

Subject: Tell me about the New England Autumn Feis. You're able to sign up for a "second chance" dance. How does that work? Is the winner of the 1st excluded from the second? It's a cool idea but I've never heard of it and curious how it all works.

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Me in NE
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Date Posted: 09:09:44 09/02/18 Sun

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Murray Feis did this results were very different definitely worth doing , you can check the results at feisweb to see for yourself (NT) -- ID, 10:03:21 09/02/18 Sun
It's a great opportunity for Prelims. Ran smoothly at Murray from what I saw. I don't know if winner of first comp is excluded (don't think so) more... -- NE mom, 10:22:48 09/02/18 Sun
Winner of first was not excluded from the second, but each comp had different judges so results were often different (NT) -- NEMOM, 14:22:53 09/02/18 Sun
Winner was not excluded from 2nd. I actually saw someone win the first comp and not place in the 2nd. So completely different judges. -- Feisingmom, 17:56:59 09/02/18 Sun

Exactly. This is not uncommon. Judging is subjective, or some kids will dance poorly at their 2nd comp in one weekend. Also let's not forget it's not uncommon for a dancer to win at one feis and do poorly at the next, then win again some other time. (NT) -- every comp is a fresh chance, 18:12:08 09/02/18 Sun

Dtr got last pc first in a double feis day in the first comp. She bowed out if the second and we went to celebrate. Sometime it is different winners and sometimes not- if someone is on, they are on. Also, takes good stamina to do 2 in one day. Those without will wilt in the second one. (NT) -- But good way to minimize travel expense etc, 18:28:22 09/02/18 Sun
Mixed reviews on 2nd chance feisanna -- ******, 10:25:32 09/04/18 Tue
Many thanks to you all for your replies! (NT) -- OP, 12:04:52 09/04/18 Tue

Subject: I did not stay in Hartford last year for the Oir. Any thoughts on what the best hotel would be if the Marriott is not available when I book?

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Not familiar
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Date Posted: 15:29:03 09/03/18 Mon

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Subject: Horgan Grades Comments

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First Timer
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Date Posted: 20:08:26 09/02/18 Sun

Does anyone know how/if Horgan's Constitution feis releases judges comments for grades dancers? I wasn't sure how it worked with them.not using a standard computing site.

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Usually there is a form to print out on their website and you can send it in! (NT) -- ..., 07:27:26 09/03/18 Mon
marks request -- Grades mom, 13:48:58 09/03/18 Mon

Thank you! (NT) -- PaMom, 15:03:49 09/03/18 Mon

Subject: Anyone know which round is first at Horgan? Not seeing it posted and not sure if they’ll answer emails today

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Every time we’ve done that feis in the past, it has been soft shoe first for open champs. (NT) -- OC, 17:13:41 08/31/18 Fri
Where can we find results for Open Championship? (NT) -- TIA!, 16:48:19 09/01/18 Sat

Does anyone know how many danced in prelim u17? (NT) -- Me, 17:14:39 09/01/18 Sat

Prelim u17 was part of a double age group, u18. Combined with 18 too. 18 dancers, 10 of whom were u17s (NT) -- Hth, 14:45:41 09/02/18 Sun

Typo should say combined with the 18+ group too (NT) -- AP, 14:48:19 09/02/18 Sun

I've never known the Horgans to post results of any of their feiseanna. (NT) -- so probably nowhere, 18:55:20 09/01/18 Sat

Anyone know who won Open U14 and Open U16? (NT) -- ., 20:05:19 09/01/18 Sat

Lila Stanton won Open U14 (NT) -- Not sure on U16, 12:54:38 09/02/18 Sun

Thanks (NT) -- .., 13:00:58 09/02/18 Sun

Subject: Has Horgan champ schedule come out yet?

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Date Posted: 08:11:57 08/26/18 Sun

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I was wondering the same. (NT) -- Lisa, 13:26:53 08/26/18 Sun
It was supposed to be posted for Champs the 25 bit still nothing (NT) -- Dd, 17:19:21 08/26/18 Sun
Are there usually big numbers for open champs? (NT) -- ?, 14:07:01 08/27/18 Mon

No, open comps are very small; it's a holiday weekend and many are not at the top of their game from summer break. (NT) -- never a need for 5 though, 05:27:25 08/28/18 Tue

Here it is the 29th. Website says the champ will be out on the 25th (NT) -- just wondering, 09:54:46 08/29/18 Wed

Website now says the champ schedule will be posted soon in the order of youngest to oldest. (NT) -- DM, 11:22:05 08/29/18 Wed

I hope soon is soon- youheatbtonikdest isn’t enough to go. Is one stage Prelim one stage open? Or one stage an age range and the other a different age range? (NT) -- Dd, 15:36:19 08/29/18 Wed

Incomprehensible post. (NT) -- proofreading matters, 04:58:35 09/01/18 Sat

champ schduels -- Theresa (Hill), 06:19:35 08/30/18 Thu

Subject: POCONO FEIS

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Feis Secretary
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Date Posted: 06:06:04 08/31/18 Fri

**GALLAGHER POCONO FEIS** -- ~Secretary,
**SYLLABUS CHANGE** Prelim U18 will now be split into U16 409A and U18 409B when you register at Feisweb
**Please register and pay by Sunday, Sept 2 to avoid a $15 late fee.
**Final closing date to enter is Wednesday, Sept 12th

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Subject: Enjoy a Southern Feis with Grade Exams. Deadline for Feile Houston Grade Exams 11 & 12 fast approaching!

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Feile Houston
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Date Posted: 20:23:28 08/29/18 Wed

Feile Houston is offering dance competitions Saturday November 10, 2018, followed by Grade Exams thru 12 on Sunday, November 11, 2018. To ensure the adjudicator is not repeated for grades 11 and 12 registration for these two grades must be completed by September 7, 2018 on www.iFeis.net. Come to Houston, Texas and enjoy some southern hospitality while dancing at the feis, costume ceili and grade exams. Additional information also available at www.feileHouston.com

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Subject: I’m the market for new hardshoes, which brand and type are best for toe walks? I know everyone has different feet and such but curious about your experience and what type of hardshoe people are recommending now a days? Thanks so much!

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Hard shoes
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Date Posted: 21:38:11 08/16/18 Thu

Best hardshoes for toe stands

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Depends on your priority. Fays are better quality and will give you more support, but take longer to break in. Rutherfords and Feis Fayre have almost no break in time so it's easier to go on toes faster but ultimately won't support your feet as well and don't last as long (NT) -- Dancer, 19:39:44 08/28/18 Tue

Subject: Great Britain Championships - 12th to 14th October 2018 - Brighton Centre, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2GR

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Des (Silke)
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Date Posted: 05:11:41 08/28/18 Tue

Just a polite reminder that the closing date for entries is Monday 3rd September 2018.

Syllabus and entry pack can be downloaded from http://www.instepfm.com/gb2018.html

Email your entry to desilke@instepfm.com and if you wish to pay direct to bank account Des will give you a reference number and bank details once your entry has been received.

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Subject: Did Horgan post any discounted tickets to Quassey for their Feis this year?

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Dancemumm
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Date Posted: 20:30:55 08/22/18 Wed

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Group On has discounted rates if Horgan doesn’t (NT) -- Lisa, 09:55:56 08/25/18 Sat

Discount ticket info -- HAmom, 18:34:28 08/27/18 Mon

Subject: Oireachtas hotel block opens Sept. 7

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https://sites.google.com/site/newenglandoireachtas2018/home
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Date Posted: 10:34:05 08/26/18 Sun

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Soooooooooooo late! (NT) -- Dancer, 14:35:42 08/26/18 Sun

Subject: Designing New Solo Dress

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Date Posted: 08:13:55 08/21/18 Tue

Does anyone have advice or insight into the design process? It does seem like the European designers take advantage of US customers unless you are in the know or part of a network! It is shocking and unreasonable to pay $3,000 for a new dress and not be satisfied with your purchase. We had a bad experience for several reasons and I'd just like to see if there was something we should have done differently. Many thanks!

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Whenever we’ve gone through the design process, I sit my girls down to look at pictures online of photos they like. Be it a sunset, table scape or some photo on Pinterest.. I then arrange it into a pic collage with the multiple photos that they loved and send it to the designer. They use these colors to design the dress. We haven’t been disappointed yet! (NT) -- Dance mom, 07:01:16 08/23/18 Thu
My only overseas solos have been from Taylor and I found them to be very receptive to what I wanted. One time they essentially did an entire redesign for me because they'd misunderstood what I asked for. (NT) -- Sr Lady, 14:57:48 08/23/18 Thu
Dress Experience -- FeisMom, 06:11:31 08/25/18 Sat

Thanks -- **, 16:21:58 08/25/18 Sat

Subject: Irish Dance Practice Pad

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Feis Mum
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Date Posted: 21:09:46 08/12/18 Sun

Hello! Does anyone have any feedback on the Practice Pad? Considering purchasing, but it’s pricey. Any used ones out there for sale?
Thank you

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Love it! It's basically like a yoga mat for dance. (more) -- Not sure about used ones, 11:20:11 08/13/18 Mon

Thank you! (NT) -- Feis Mum, 09:15:58 08/19/18 Sun

I have one I'd be interested in selling. My daughter never used it. Said it is way too small. (NT) -- feis mum, 20:06:05 08/19/18 Sun

Practice Pad -- Feis mum, 20:44:53 08/19/18 Sun

email me : suz9ck@optimum.net (NT) -- feismum, 20:54:15 08/21/18 Tue

Subject: BACK-TO-BACK SEPTEMBER FEIS WEEKEND IN MINNESOTA!

Author:
Mary T., Co-Chair, The Minnesota Feis 2018
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Date Posted: 20:54:23 08/20/18 Mon

On Saturday, SEPTEMBER 29, we invite you to join us at the St. Paul RiverCentre on the banks of the Mississippi River in beautiful downtown St. Paul, Minnesota, for THE MINNESOTA FEIS 2018 (visit our web site at http://www.theminnesotafeis.org/ for great information). And then stick around for the ST. PAUL AUTUMN FEIS, on Sunday, SEPTEMBER 30 http://www.idpamn.org/

Registration is through http://www.feisworx.com/ . Competition on Saturday will start at 8:30 AM (opening ceremonies at 8:15 AM); Sunday’s competition will begin at 8:00 AM. The Championship stage will proceed from OLDEST to YOUNGEST dancers.

We are offering Trophy Special Set Dance competitions that are open to BOTH Preliminary Champ dancers and Prizewinner dancers who are preparing dances for the Mid-America Oireachtas. For those in U9, it will be traditional set; U10 and above will be non-traditional set.

Our dance adjudicators for this year:
Kerry Broderick, New York
Colleen Coyle Kelly, Pennsylvania
Michael Patrick Gallagher, Arizona
Martin Percival, Colorado
Heather Timm, Ohio
John Timm, Ohio

**The treble reel is one of the most fun things to do at a feis, and we are again scheduling these to make participation easier: Champ treble reels will be held throughout the day, and Novice/Prizewinner treble reels will be right at the end of the scheduled lunch break. All treble reel proceeds from The Minnesota Feis will go to support Breast Cancer Research. NEW THIS YEAR at the St. Paul Autumn Feis is a Hornpipe Special dance in memory of Áine O’Shea. Proceeds from this special will be sent to St. Francis Hospice in Blanchardstown in Dublin for the love and care they gave to her in her final days. We encourage everyone to register for both these specials that support such worthy causes!

Admission is FREE to the public, so bring your family and friends. Also, if you are bringing someone who is a non-dancer, but SINGS OR PLAYS AN INSTRUMENT (or does these in addition to dance!) there is competition for them as well! Just use the Feisworx system to register. Arts and Soda Bread are in there, too.

In addition to “feising,” there are many things to see and do in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and the surrounding area, including:
--We were among the last to find out, but Justin Timberlake is in town, and not just to see his Minnesota in-laws! There are still tickets available for his Sept. 28 and 29 shows.
--The Science Museum of Minnesota https://www.smm.org/, across the street from the RiverCentre.
--If you have younger ones, the newly remodeled Minnesota Children’s Museum in downtown St. Paul https://mcm.org/
--After a massive restoration effort, the re-opening of the Minnesota State Capitol building, with the second largest self-supported marble dome in the world, free tours http://www.mnhs.org/capitol/activities/tours
--The Cathedral of St. Paul, National Shrine of the Apostle Paul, on the hill overlooking the RiverCentre. Named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, the cathedral offers daily masses, and is open to visitors for sightseeing.
--St. Paul’s Lower Town is a rapidly growing area with shops, eateries, and the recently restored and re-opened major train hub, Union Depot. Restored to its 1920s grandeur, it’s worth a stop http://www.uniondepot.org/
--The nearby Mall of America https://www.mallofamerica.com/ with its vast array of shopping, dining, hotel, and entertainment experiences, including the indoor theme park Nickelodeon Universe and Sea Life Minnesota aquarium https://www2.visitsealife.com/minnesota/ only 15 minutes from the feis venue. NEW THIS YEAR: The water park hotel next to the Mall of America is now Great Wolf Lodge! https://www.greatwolf.com/minnesota
--One of the gems of St. Paul is Como Park, with the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, one of the few free zoos in the United States (free parking, too!): http://www.comozooconservatory.org/
--Over in Minneapolis, we have the Mill City Museum, which has a very “explosive” elevator ride and great views of the Stone Arch Bridge and Mississippi River from its cantilevered viewing platform: http://www.millcitymuseum.org/
--The Walker Art Center Sculpture Garden in Minneapolis, with its famous Cherry on the Spoon (okay, it’s Spoonbridge and Cherry, but nobody calls it that). There is also a giant blue chicken now, which we haven’t quite figured out… https://walkerart.org/visit/garden
--Take a cruise on a Mississippi Riverboat with the historic Padelford Riverboats https://riverrides.com/ or along the scenic St. Croix River at the Minnesota-Wisconsin border with the St. Croix Boat & Packet Co. http://www.stillwaterriverboats.com/

To avoid the Timberlake price hikes, we have created a hotel block at the new Delta by Marriott hotel, just 12 minutes from the venue. The booking link is available on our website http://www.theminnesotafeis.org/area-hotels.html We are also trying to arrange a few others!

Lots of fun for everyone, we hope you can join us!

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We had overseas, we are a no one. Went smooth, on time, had input but let the designer design.,colors as expected. Would recommend ordering at a major or right after and order before you really need it. DD could still wear previous dress if needed so if it didn't come, we had a plan so decreased the stress. (NT) -- Our experience, 12:51:01 08/21/18 Tue

Subject: CIDA Championships Feis Oct 20-21

Author:
CIDA Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 11:09:11 08/20/18 Mon

October 20th and 21st
Hyatt Regency Orange County
11999 Harbor Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92840
(714) 750-1234
Feis Rate ~ $145.00

https://book.passkey.com/go/CIDA2018

Tentative Schedule:
Saturday a.m.
U12 Grades and Specials
First Feis and Tiny Tots
Open Championships and Reel Specials will run all day oldest to youngest
Saturday p.m.
Open Champs (Continued)
Preliminary Championships – All Ages – 2 rounds
Preliminary Championships – Reel Specials
Girls Open Championship Countess Kathleen Slip Jig Special
Open Championship Blind Treble Reel Specials
Boys Championship Reel Special
Maureen Hall Champion of Champions Special
Sunday a.m.
Art Competition winners announced
Teams
U13&O Grades and Specials
Adults and Adult Specials
All Future Champ Specials (all ages) – 2 rounds, 48 bars with a recall to dance Set after lunch
Sunday p.m.
Set Dances for Future Champ Competitions
Preliminary Championships – All Ages – 3 rounds
Preliminary Championships – Treble Reel Specials

Sashes for Top 3 in all Champs and Specials competitions ~ Perpetual Trophies for all Open Championship Solo Competitions ~ Champion of Champions Perpetual Trophy

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Clarification: this is a Celtic Irish Dance Academy feis. I think they think everyone in NE knows what CIDA is. I had to google to find out as my first thought was that it was yet another of these alternative ID organizations like WIDA. (NT) -- glad to see it's not that, 17:23:50 08/20/18 Mon

Subject: Join us Oct. 20-21 in Hampton, VA for the 2018 Rhythm of Ireland Feis.

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ROI Booster Club
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Date Posted: 18:22:55 08/18/18 Sat

We’re excited to announce that our 2018 feis is now open on Efeis!
We will be back at the Boo Williams Sportsplex in Hampton, VA on Oct. 20-21.

For those of you coming from further away, our feis is near 3 airports: Richmond (RIC), Newport News (PHF), and Norfolk (ORF)!

This year we have made a few changes:
*For the first time at our feis we are offering an Adult Championship Competition! 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in the adult championship will receive sashes.
*We are offering a chance to win priority day of feis parking! To be entered to win one of 5 priority parking spaces simply register and pay by Sept. 15!
*This year’s feis will be two days Oct. 20 and Oct. 21. All championship and adult competitions will be held on Saturday Oct. 20. All team and grades competitions will be held on Sunday Oct. 21.

We hope to see you at our feis! Please check our FB page for the syllabus and hotel information!

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Subject: McGough Academy Feis - September 29th

Author:
Meagan McGough, A.D.C.R.G.
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Date Posted: 09:24:25 08/17/18 Fri

The McGough Academy Feis is now open on Feisweb.com for Saturday, September 29th! We are hosting our competition back in White Plains, NY, close to the CT border. We are looking forward to welcoming our NE Friends! Our hotel block and additional information can be found on our website at http://mcgoughacademy.com/2016-mcgough-feis-duplicate-2/. Thank you!

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Subject: Has anyone received marks from Maine State Feis yet?

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Wondering
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Date Posted: 11:11:17 08/14/18 Tue

We haven't received ours yet, and I'm starting to worry they might've been lost in the mail.

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Yes, received ours yesterday in the mail. (NT) -- DM, 15:23:37 08/14/18 Tue

Ok, so hopefully that means it will get here either today or tomorrow. (NT) -- Thanks!, 06:55:07 08/15/18 Wed

Also received ours yesterday. (NT) -- Was also starting to think they were lost!, 06:57:48 08/15/18 Wed
Maine feis results -- IrelandBoundMom, 08:27:01 08/16/18 Thu

It's the norm for Maine. Used to be the norm for all feises, at least the ones that even offered marks, not so many years ago. But thankfully now most in our area use FeisWeb. (NT) -- old mom, 17:29:02 08/16/18 Thu

Subject: SR posted O info today... Would love to hear from our region!

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DD
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Date Posted: 08:58:57 07/30/18 Mon

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Just thinking the same thing... -- TR, 09:56:51 07/30/18 Mon

FYI, we walked from the Hampton Inn across the river. Only 10-15min. (NT) -- booked there again already, 10:05:04 07/30/18 Mon

thank you, but... -- TR, 11:36:03 07/30/18 Mon

OK, just thought I'd offer another option. My success rate is 0% with getting into the host hotel so I figured a backup might be useful. (NT) -- Good luck getting the Marriott!, 13:42:46 07/30/18 Mon

I appreciate it (NT) -- TR, 07:42:14 07/31/18 Tue

buses -- SHB, 13:44:59 08/15/18 Wed

Subject: For sale: 4 large pieces of shower pan liner that were taped together to cover hws...

Author:
Floor (McCloskey)
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Date Posted: 08:36:23 08/13/18 Mon

Would like to sell all together, in ct..pls pm for pics

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Subject: PRODIGY SOLO DRESS OR WAISTCOAT RAFFLE

Author:
Rochester Academy Irish Dance Parent Association
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Date Posted: 17:38:11 08/12/18 Sun

THE ROCHESTER ACADEMY OF IRISH DANCE PARENT ASSOCIATION SOLO DRESS OR WAISTCOAT RAFFLE

Grand Prize = A custom solo dress OR waistcoat by Prodigy ($2500.00 value!) Dress or waistcoat can be delivered within 5-6 weeks of raffle drawing, in time for Oireachtas, or a different date as agreed by winner and Prodigy.

2nd Prize = Feis-Ready Basket - Rutherford soft shoes, shoe buckles, feis socks
and more!

3rd Prize = $100 Dicks Sporting Goods gift card

$20 per ticket. Max of 300 tickets sold. Winning tickets drawn at the Flower
City Feis on October 7th. Need not be present to win.

Entries via PayPay, Venmo or cash at the Flower City Feis. Contact RAIDparentgroup@gmail.com for more details or visit https://www.rocirishdance.com/flower_city_feis_2018 and click the link for our official flyer.

Once the 300 maximum is reached, no more tickets will be sold, so purchase your tickets today!

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Subject: My daughter is a size 9 adult shoe (US). She recently ordered Hullahcan Pro 4s at a size 6. We used the size chart when ordering and when received the shoes her toes are curled over and very uncomfortable. I know all shoe sizes are different but does anyone have experience ordering for a dancer that is regular a size 9? Thanks so much!

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Date Posted: 14:32:23 08/10/18 Fri

Size nine us shoe is usually what reel shoe size?

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Shoes -- Old mom, 07:16:30 08/11/18 Sat

Subject: Grade Exams at Dunleavy Boyle Bremer

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Feis Commitee
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Date Posted: 05:37:31 08/11/18 Sat

Will be healed in Saturday 9/22
Vinnie O’Connor will be the Examiner for our upcoming Grade Exams.
Grades 1-10 are still open.
Applications can be found on Dunleavy Boyle Bremer school website

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Subject: Maine State Feis Results?

Author:
Irishdancing
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Date Posted: 09:32:05 08/06/18 Mon

Maine was our first feis with efeis. Can't find results on their site. Anyone know if the results will be published anytime soon, if at all? Thanks!

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Did you not get your results when you were there? (NT) -- didn't go, just curious, 11:06:44 08/06/18 Mon
you might need to email them (efeis) to check, I don't see a section on their results page for New England competitions (they post by region) (NT) -- k, 12:46:21 08/06/18 Mon
Don’t think that the results are on Efeis. Think that this Feis only posts on a big board for grades and prelim and open are announced. Marks were available at the Feis for $5 (NT) -- Hth, 16:25:01 08/06/18 Mon
Maine Results -- Feis Mum, 07:06:43 08/07/18 Tue

Maine State Feis Results? -- original poster, 07:40:37 08/07/18 Tue

You can email the feis organizers and see if you can get the results mailed to you still. (NT) -- Same thing happened to us our first time at this feis., 07:48:05 08/10/18 Fri

Maine Results -- Feis Mum, 07:16:54 08/07/18 Tue

Subject: New England Oireachtas

Author:
Schedule
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Date Posted: 08:50:01 08/08/18 Wed

Does anyone know when the schedule for the NERO will be posted? Is it likely that the older dancers will compete on Saturday as they did last year?

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Room block opened for TCs today, I think. Wonder when they will open for dancer families? Anyone know? (NT) -- ***, 09:47:41 08/08/18 Wed

Our TC just let us know the blocks open 8/31 (NT) -- Hth, 18:24:59 08/09/18 Thu

It does help. Thanks. (NT) -- --, 07:26:28 08/10/18 Fri

I assume the daily schedule will come out before the block opens to the public; with TC's most expect to have to be there entire weekend. (NT) -- expect a few weeks, 14:04:52 08/08/18 Wed
Which teachers/schools are running the O this year? (NT) -- dd, 05:47:43 08/09/18 Thu
I can remeber block opening early August..now radio silence so irritating (NT) -- DD, 12:45:47 08/09/18 Thu

Yes. I remember dates from August 1 to August 5 for room booking but things have changed it seems. (NT) -- old mom, 19:23:42 08/09/18 Thu

Schedule and Room Block -- NE Mom, 13:28:46 08/09/18 Thu

Subject: Catskill Mountain Feis

Author:
Jeanne
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Date Posted: 16:59:01 08/06/18 Mon

Hi folks, I just posted the Catskill Mountain Feis results on our Facebook page... I’m not able to post here. The parameter of of the voy boards must have changed and it only allows 20 lines of text and the results are 159 lines. I’m not sure how else I can post it... I’m sorry😕

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Hi Jeanne, Voy must have made some changes. I've just tested the parameters and found out that if you post just your headline info as your original post, you can post the full results as a reply to it. Simply paste them into the large white box labeled "Type your message here". Voy says it will allow up to 1000 lines of text there. Hope this helps. (NT) -- NE mod, 16:55:45 08/07/18 Tue

I suspect it is to combat some of the porn spam that’s been popping up on the boards. (NT) -- ., 17:39:50 08/07/18 Tue

I suspect you are right about that. The frequency of those posts had racheted up dramatically in recent weeks. Seems a bit calmer now. Thanks, Voy. (NT) -- NE mod, 16:39:01 08/08/18 Wed

And it seems to be a setting on individual boards, given that a couple of really long nasty posts have popped up on other boards (NT) -- sigh, 05:49:50 08/10/18 Fri

Subject: No McInerney Feis I guess this year?

Author:
That's too bad
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Date Posted: 11:01:12 07/15/18 Sun

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They moved it from August to October a couple of years back, hth (NT) -- Sdm, 13:54:43 07/15/18 Sun

But then back to september last year. In any case, it is not listed for any time on NAFC schedule, sadly. (NT) -- ***, 13:59:31 07/15/18 Sun

Please reconsider McInerney we are all sad! (NT) -- Love this feis, 09:16:06 07/16/18 Mon

Amen (NT) -- :(, 11:40:27 07/16/18 Mon

McInerney Feis will be held October 6th -- Kaye, 11:06:11 08/09/18 Thu

Subject: PRODIGY SOLO DRESS RAFFLE

Author:
Rochester Academy Irish Dance Parent Association
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Date Posted: 18:22:43 08/06/18 Mon

FLOWER CITY FEIS SOLO DRESS RAFFLE

Grand Prize = A custom solo dress by Prodigy ($2500.00 value!) Dress can be
delivered within 5-6 weeks of raffle drawing, in time for Oireachtas, or a
different date as agreed by winner and Prodigy.

2nd Prize = Feis-Ready Basket - Rutherford soft shoes, shoe buckles, feis socks
and more!

3rd Prize = $100 Dicks Sporting Goods gift card

$20 per ticket. Max of 300 tickets sold. Winning tickets drawn at the Flower
City Feis on October 7th. Need not be present to win.

Entries via PayPay or cash at the Flower City Feis. Contact RAIDparentgroup@gmail.com for more details or visit https://www.rocirishdance.com/flower_city_feis_2018 and click the link for our official flyer.

Once the 300 maximum is reached, no more tickets will be sold, so purchase your tickets today!

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Subject: Is feisweb down? Tried to log in a few days ago and then again today and couldn't get in.

Author:
Trying to figure out if it's my computer or the website.
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Date Posted: 12:23:48 08/06/18 Mon

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try manually typing in https:// in front. I believe a while back they switched from the less secure http://, and you have to manually type it the first time or two (also update your bookmark if you have one) (NT) -- k, 12:44:40 08/06/18 Mon

Subject: Oireachtas

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Any idea who is judging this year please?
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Date Posted: 09:41:50 08/03/18 Fri

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No, but no need to worry about it. Dancers will never have a judging conflict that prevents them from dancing at their own O. Since all dancers have to dance at their primary qualifier, the judge would have to be moved, not you. Even when the list comes out, there are so many judges on it that there would be no way to know whether they would be judging you. (NT) -- no worries, 06:19:29 08/04/18 Sat

Not the OP, but there could be a dancer who moved from out of region that has an association that their school does not. Not sure how that is handled, but its possible (NT) -- Just a thought, 17:27:27 08/04/18 Sat

Again, because the dancer has to be able to dance at their qualifier, the oireachtas committee works around any judging conflicts they are notified of to make sure that you can dance in your competition without being judged by anybody who is not allowed to adjudicate for you due to an association conflict. (NT) -- hth, 19:31:01 08/05/18 Sun

Like to predict the favors! LOL (NT) -- seen it, 09:09:28 08/05/18 Sun

Subject: Has the deadline for the 9/2 Horgan Feis been extended beyond 7/31?

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idm
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Date Posted: 09:49:38 08/05/18 Sun

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email them-they are very responsive! (NT) -- DD, 09:53:47 08/05/18 Sun

Subject: Any Irish dancer at UMASS Lowell

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Xx
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Date Posted: 05:34:54 08/04/18 Sat

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I'm sure there are; it's a large school and there are IDers at almost any college. If you are enrolled there you could post something on one of the message boards for students. My dd did that at the small university she was entering a few years ago and found quite a few dancers to practice with. (NT) -- :), 15:32:32 08/04/18 Sat

Subject: DBBA GRADE 11 & 12 DEADLINE TOMORROW

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Feis Secretary
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Date Posted: 04:28:04 08/01/18 Wed

🔥 🔥 ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥 🔥
GRADE 11 & 12 are close to capacity. If you are interested in taking these grades the completed applications with all certificates and grading sheets must be submitted by TOMORROW 8/2 via email.
No late entries will be accepted!!!!
Please send everything to dbbairishdance@gmail.com
Please contact school or feis committee with any questions. Applications are on the fb page or can be emailed to you directly if you contact the school.
Other grades are still open

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WHO IS THE EXAMINER? need to know in order to submit (NT) -- are you still waiting on approval?, 07:49:09 08/01/18 Wed

I don't understand this; you want 24 hour turn around time for grades 11 and 12 applications but we don't know if the examiner is a conflict from prior grades; just a little more info would be helpful. (NT) -- Thanks in advance, 12:37:22 08/01/18 Wed

I sent my DD app for Grade 11 and they said a judge with no conflicts for anyone will be sent. Why stress? Just send it in! I am thankful that they started doing Grade Exams, most schools south of Boston offer them for just their own students.... so please don’t ruin this for the rest of us... just send it in!! See you there! (NT) -- What’s the big deal, 14:39:18 08/01/18 Wed
Why are you attacking this school? They have nothing to do with how the exams are set up. If you understand grades 11 & 12, you would know that you have to submit your application and then CLRG assigns an examiner. DBB thanks for having them and excepting my application. I look forward to whomever CLRG chooses! (NT) -- CT Mother, 06:08:21 08/02/18 Thu

Thanks for posting this. I, for one, did not know that CLRG assigned examiners. Thought host hired who they wanted. (NT) -- learned something new, 06:22:36 08/02/18 Thu
First two replies are very rude. Can certainly understand why some schools don't open their grades exams to the public, given the crudeness they are subjected to here. (NT) -- shame on first two repliers, 17:48:57 08/02/18 Thu

Could someone explain the benefits of doing grade exams? Wondering if I should send my daughter. Thank you (NT) -- Wondering, 09:25:17 08/03/18 Fri

Some dancers do the grade exams simply for the satisfaction of having mastered various aspects of Irish dance. Others are doing it because they think they may want to become a TCRG one day and completion of the 12 grade exams is now required. (NT) -- hope this helps, 21:32:13 08/03/18 Fri

Subject: Does anyone know of any stores in Massachusetts that sell replacement crystals?

Author:
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Date Posted: 07:25:40 08/02/18 Thu

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Crystals -- IrelandBoundMom (Harrington), 08:40:58 08/02/18 Thu
We often go to Playtime in Arlington. They have a wide assortment of jewels. Parking lot is in back of store. When you come in back door, go down the stairs in front of you and take 2 lefts (Vault is under stairs). There is a counter there and someone is always quick to help you with what you need. (NT) -- hth, 09:42:26 08/02/18 Thu
Bead Cache in Mansfield (NT) -- Xxxx, 17:46:59 08/03/18 Fri

Subject: McLoughlin School Perpetual Trophy Return

Author:
Kathleen (Smith)
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Date Posted: 07:30:49 08/03/18 Fri

If you are attending the Catskill Feis this weekend and you have a McLoughlin School perpetual trophy to return, one of our teachers, Karen Conway, is also a feis musician. Karen plays the violin. Please find Karen at her stage and give the trophy to her. Karen’s stage may finish before yours, therefore please make sure you get the trophy to her before she leaves. If you won a McLoughlin Perpetual trophy at our feis last October, congratulations! Please make arrangements with us to return it so that it is ready for the 2018 winner. Please email us at mclperpetualtrophies@gmail.com or call or text me at 973-650-3016. -Kathleen Smith

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Subject: 1st prelim..anyone explain how to read these marks lol

Author:
newbie
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Date Posted: 11:30:36 07/28/18 Sat

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Sure! Send them to me via....carrier pigeon and I'll help you out ! Or ask any experienced mum at the Feis! (NT) -- 😂😂😂😂, 11:43:26 07/28/18 Sat

If you can't or won't be helpful, why answer at all? (NT) -- you're not funny, 08:19:59 07/29/18 Sun

It's difficult to explain without seeing the marks as some of the tabulators give out different types; but for the most part, here is how to figure them out: (inside) -- I hoped that helped somewhat, 15:38:37 07/28/18 Sat
Like others said - it is easiest for someone to go over them with them in front of you- maybe your teacher or another parent could help. (More) -- It will make more sense once you get used to it!, 16:38:34 07/28/18 Sat
Thank you!! Lots to learn! (NT) -- Op, 18:32:09 07/28/18 Sat
Welcome to prelim!! Click inside for a few links to various explanations. Just remember that the scores are ranks, not places, until the very end, so they are not averaged. -- Hope you find this helpful., 07:02:29 08/03/18 Fri

Subject: DRESS SALE Saturday Sept 15th 9am-12pm open to all!

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NE Dance Mom
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Date Posted: 08:39:39 08/02/18 Thu

Need to purchase or sell a solo dress or vest?
DRESS SALE open to all dance families to buy or sell
Saturday, September 15th 9am-12pm
945 Main Street Walpole MA

Supervised dress room with seamstress on site
$5 to leave dress, please drop dress off at 8:30am

Questions or to preregister dress/vest contact Carolyn at carolynsudhalter@hotmail.com
Hosted by Harney Pender-Keady Academy

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Subject: Maine feis prelim u13

Author:
Feis mum
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Date Posted: 22:02:25 07/30/18 Mon

Does anyone have a list of the winners from prelim u13? We were there and didn’t catch all the names. Didn’t realize that marks wouldn’t have names/schools on them. That group is missing from their Facebook page. Thank you!

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We came from out of region, so this won't be much help since we don't know any of the other dancers, but Liath Mollenhauer took 3rd. She is from Teelin. Congratulations to all the dancers. Everyone was very helpful and welcoming. (NT) -- JM, 20:17:22 08/01/18 Wed

Prelim U13 -- Feis Mum, 22:07:47 08/01/18 Wed

Subject: New England Autumn Feis is open on feis web see what’s new

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Feis Secretary
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Date Posted: 07:47:55 07/22/18 Sun

We are enjoying these long days of summer but bursting with excitement over our upcoming fall feis!

The 2018 New England Autumn Feis will be held on Sunday September 23rd in Whitman, MA and is NOW OPEN for registration on FeisWeb!

We are very excited to announce our NEW SECOND CHANCE COMPETITIONS for all Preliminary competitions. A completely different panel of judges will be provided for all 2nd Chance Competitions. This is a great way to SAVE time and money while extending the fun of the day!

We will also be offering Grade Exams Grades 1-12!!!! More info on this will be posted next week, so stay tuned in! Exams will take place on Saturday September 22nd in our nearby studio in Hanover.

Music and Adult Competitions are back again this year, as well as a Charity Treble Reel to benefit the Fighting Sullivan’s who will continue to fight cancer and support cancer research.

We have a fantastic raffle opportunity from AmyE Photography! Wait until you see these phenomenal photo shots and breath taking portfolio! Magazine quality shoots. Come check them out!

We will be featuring a new vendor this year who sells long lasting performance makeup. They will be offering make up services at the feis as well as giving instruction.
Get that perfect look down for Oireachtas!

Our competitions will be held in the beautiful and spacious Whitman-Hanson Regional High School, which has plenty of parking. We will again be offering a great menu featuring healthy and yummy food options served by our friendly volunteers. And don’t forget the Snowie Bus stopping by for some delicious frozen treats!

Have you seen our list of outstanding judges and musicians? They’re posted below on Facebook and will be posted on our website soon http://www.dunleavyboylebremer.com
Champ award will be held outside in the courtyard (weather permitting)

Our syllabus is here :
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CT8aY_rnyLbe8-dPahdrd-qBxSXJTO5C/view?usp=sharing

Please join us this fall to enjoy another great New England Autumn Feis!

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Are grade exams apps open yet? Site is still down (NT) -- Examiner?, 10:09:12 07/23/18 Mon

Grade exams should be opened up by the weekend. Waiting on confirmation from Examiner (NT) -- Feis Secretaty, 05:26:53 07/24/18 Tue

Do you have a confirmed examiner yet? DD needs Grade 11 so will need to know examiner before sending in application. (NT) -- Thanks in advance, 11:02:04 07/30/18 Mon

apps open yet? DD needs grade 9+10 but needs to know examiner asap. (NT) -- thank you!, 07:56:45 07/31/18 Tue
They only just posted the application and FYI to everyone it's due tomorrow and 11&12 are closed. Only posted on their feis facebook not school (NT) -- 11&12 closed as well. Don't understand this lack of time to enter, 14:01:52 08/01/18 Wed

Subject: BLISTER PROTECTOR

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dancer
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Date Posted: 08:56:49 07/27/18 Fri

Hello,

I have been getting really bad blisters on all of my toes, both big toe and small. Wondering what people use on their toes and what brands? I have seen that there are a bunch of different sleeves or tapes. Thanks in advance!

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Toe Blisters -- Dance mom, 09:17:13 07/27/18 Fri
My daughter uses the foam pre-wrap and duct tape. Cheaper than band aids and stays put. (NT) -- hth, 12:17:44 07/27/18 Fri
i used to do straight up electrical tape - i always had it with me and it didn’t hurt to take off after sweating but also stayed put! (NT) -- former blister queen, 21:00:02 07/31/18 Tue

Subject: Grade Exams hosted by DBB

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Inquiring minds . . .
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Date Posted: 10:33:18 07/31/18 Tue

Do you have a grade examiner in place yet? DD needs grade 11 and now note that we are locked out of McLoughlin because we were waiting for announcement of examiner from you. Will we hear soon? I checked fb and website and couldn't find it.

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Have you reached out to them directly? Email inside -- Hth, 15:27:22 07/31/18 Tue
If you're locked out of McLoughlin because you chose to take chances by waiting around to see what DBB would do, that's on you. It's not like they owe it to you to provide this. (NT) -- wow, 18:09:55 07/31/18 Tue

You are right, they owe me nothing . . . but first, they said it would be published on the weekend; second, they are much closer; and third, didn't realize the NJ one would close to grade 11 so soon, but then again I (NT) -- don't owe you an explanation either, 18:46:08 07/31/18 Tue

I didn't ask you for an explanation. I stated that this situation is of your own making, created by your choices. (NT) -- wow, 20:29:08 07/31/18 Tue

Subject: Catskill Mountain Feis

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Jeanne
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Date Posted: 06:02:34 07/31/18 Tue

This is the last day to enter the Catskill Mountain Feis without incurring late fees... we have an awesome day planned that will include the Induction of Cyril McNiff into the NAFC Hall of Fame. All info is on our Facebook page (Catskill Mountain Feis) and you can enter via Feisweb 😊

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Subject: Dancer has been in prelim 1 year has not medaled! Would you do Trad at O. Realistiicaly will not place at O and Now all scores/Resukts for O are posywd oinline

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Date Posted: 11:59:14 07/25/18 Wed

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So what if they are posted online? The better question is, what does your TC say your dancer should do at the O? (NT) -- Mom, 13:50:05 07/25/18 Wed
Agree always take advice of TC - and what’s your goal? To place well or gain experience? (NT) -- d mom, 14:29:51 07/25/18 Wed
Let her dance! -- maire, 17:15:26 07/25/18 Wed
Feising and the O are different animals. Dd was a new prelim and hadn't yet placed at a feis when she did her first O solo comp. She recalled! Your dd might too. Trad set is intended for grades dancers, and really it does nothing for a prelim. If you do well in trad set everyone will just say well of course, she's a prelim. (NT) -- mom of OC, 18:21:48 07/25/18 Wed
To each there own .. I know several prelim dancers who are not great dancers and maybe just medal in a round at prelim.. a high trad placement in trad gets your name known to the judges and may help in prelim that is why many schools hold back dancers from loving to prelim too fast (NT) -- :), 18:48:48 07/25/18 Wed

Schools have different rules for moving to prelim some just the 2 fiirst others first in each dance . I thinking holding the dancer back in pz for a first in all is the best.. these kids enter prelim knowing they belong don’t know your situation Ali’s many kids will never make it out of prelim especially u16 large group (NT) -- Hh, 18:54:13 07/25/18 Wed

Not necessarily the case. Dd's school requires just one first in hard shoe and one in soft shoe to move to prelim. She placed almost right away in prelim as have many others we know. She got to OC in less than 2 years. Feis friends from schools that required 8 firsts were stuck in prelim for much longer. (NT) -- every dancer is different, 19:29:46 07/25/18 Wed

Assuming the TC is on board, what does your dd want to do? Once mine moved up she didn't care if she was dead last, she wanted to do solos. She did not recall that year, but did fabulously well the following year. As everyone has said, it's very different from a feis and it's good to get the first one under your belt. (NT) -- hth, 05:52:02 07/26/18 Thu
Solos all the way. Just let her at it. (NT) -- DM, 07:31:11 07/26/18 Thu
When my dd was a new prelim she couldn't get arrested at a feis. Went to the O for trad set and boom - placed 3rd. You can never tell what will happen on the day! (NT) -- Great memory, 13:37:34 07/26/18 Thu

Clarifying: dd had just moved up, and was in no way ready for solos. After that TS placement she felt motivated even more to improve. Your Tc will know what is best. (NT) -- Good luck, 13:40:01 07/26/18 Thu

How long had she been in prelim at the time? (NT) -- curious, 19:14:19 07/26/18 Thu

Firmly believe not to rush moving up. Have her do trad set this year as long as no rules are broken in doing so. Confidence gained by placing can help with placing in prelim. (NT) -- Good luck, 21:30:43 07/30/18 Mon

Subject: North Jersey GRADE EXAMS

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James P Early, ADCRG
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Date Posted: 20:20:18 07/30/18 Mon

Applications for Grades 11 and 12 are closed due to large number of candidates who have applied. Any potential candidate for Grades 1-10 should not wait until the last minute as there will be a cap put on the exams. Please go to www.mcloughlinschool.com and follow the link for grade exams and download application. Fill out and mail back to address given. Once cap has been met, no more will be taken.

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Subject: Coogan School Feis

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 18:07:15 07/29/18 Sun

The Coogan School Feis is open for entries on FeisWeb! Join us on Sunday, October 14th for a fun-filled day! New this year, we will be offering figure dance competitions in preparation for the Oireachtas.

NEW LOCATION - This year's feis will be held at Bristol Eastern High School in Bristol, CT, which is easily accessible from I-84 and there are a number of hotels close by.

Entries are open on FeisWeb and the syllabus can be found here: http://cooganirishdance.com/site/calendar/. Entries are due by September 27th (or by October 4th with a late fee). A list of judges and musicians will be posted on the website prior to the feis. Any questions can be directed to feis@cooganirishdance.com and we look forward to seeing everyone in October!

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Subject: Thought Gilleoghan was gone ? Dancers in maine ?

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Date Posted: 20:21:57 07/28/18 Sat

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They took over a school in Florida recently. (NT) -- welcome back, 06:46:40 07/29/18 Sun
They took over what used to be Stephen Scariff's school in FL. They'd been teaching there for awhile. (NT) -- I think, 08:18:30 07/29/18 Sun

Subject: Old Trophies

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Date Posted: 09:54:37 07/20/18 Fri

Does anyone know of any person/organization which accepts donations of old ID trophies?

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I just donated a bunch of trophies, plaques and medals to Goodwill. They recycle all the parts, which is better than putting them in the trash! I've tried to donate them back to the feises where I got them, but it takes a while and only a few accepted them. (NT) -- Senior lady, 09:47:23 07/21/18 Sat

Are you sure they recycle them? I ask because I just read an article about how they and similar charities are being inundated with unusable junk which it actually costs them money to dispose of. If you're sure they really want them, I've got a lot of trophies for them. (NT) -- mom of retired senior lady, 19:47:23 07/21/18 Sat

I called my local Goodwill to ask before I dropped them off, and they explained how they recycle the different parts of the trophies. Perhaps it's location-specific? It couldn't hurt to call and ask. (NT) -- Senior lady AP, 15:03:51 07/22/18 Sun

Thank you. (NT) -- mom of retired senior lady, 16:26:48 07/23/18 Mon

https://livegreen.recyclebank.com/because-you-asked-what-can-i-do-with-old-trophies-and-medals (NT) -- Hth, 08:47:02 07/22/18 Sun
Revived Glory Awards in Houston area gives old trophies new life, while employing people with different abilities -- DM, 06:54:38 07/24/18 Tue
Normally special Olympics or other similar organizations will take them (NT) -- dancer, 17:09:34 07/27/18 Fri

Subject: Boy Dancer

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Feis mum
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Date Posted: 21:51:52 07/22/18 Sun

Hi all, what kind of pants do boys wear for a Feis and any suggestions on where to get them? Thank you!

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Many boys I know wear skater pants. Can be ordered on line or through a skate shop (figure skating, that is). (NT) -- hth, 04:18:04 07/23/18 Mon

Boy Dancer -- Feis Mum, 10:31:37 07/23/18 Mon

We use Calvin Klein pants -- Mom of boy, 18:47:10 07/23/18 Mon
Calvin Klein bi-stretch pants from Macy's inexpensive...just sew up the pockets (NT) -- Mum of boy, 11:10:10 07/24/18 Tue
Depends on your budget. Mom of OC boy but we do splurge on custom ones as they are still way less than my daughters costumes LOL (NT) -- IDmom, 10:14:29 07/27/18 Fri

Subject: Coogan Feis is open on Feisweb! Yay!!

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Missed last year!
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Date Posted: 12:46:47 07/26/18 Thu

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Subject: Feis Na MAra/Lewis & Clark Feis

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Feis Committee
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Date Posted: 02:13:01 07/26/18 Thu

There are only ten days left to register for the Lewis & Clark Feis (www.pacificcelticfoundation.org/lewis-and-clark-feis) and Feis na Mara (www.pacificcelticfoundation.org/feis-na-mara), back-to-back feiseanna Labor Day weekend on the beautiful Oregon coast, proudly hosted by An Daire Academy with the Pacific Celtic Foundation.

Both feiseanna will once again be held at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center, 415 First Avenue, Seaside, Oregon 97138. Seaside is located about 1.5 hours’ drive, from Portland 2 hours’ drive from Seattle: visitor information can be found at http://www.seasideor.com/.

Entries will be capped each day at 250 PAID entries – 100 Championship entries and 150 grade entries – with additional entries placed on a wait list and accepted on a space available basis; your entry will only be confirmed once paid. Dancers who advance after the entries have been paid may change levels up until the entry closing date, and dancers who advance on Saturday of the feis weekend may change levels for Sunday.

Registration and tabulation will be through FeisWorx; you may register and pay online at http://www.feisworx.com/. Online entries are due before midnight Pacific Daylight Time on Saturday, August 4th, 2018 to avoid late fees; paper entries must be postmarked by Saturday, August 4th, 2018. Entries for each feis must include the $25 individual/family registration fee.

Thanks again for joining us for a weekend of sun, fun and Irish dance at the Oregon coast!

PCF Feis Organizing Committee

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Subject: Dancer has been in prelim 1 year has or medaled! Would you do Trad at O. Realistiicaly will not place at O and Now all scores/Resukts for O are posywd oinline

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Subject: If you have placed in prelim you can't do just TS at the O, right?

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Date Posted: 17:22:37 07/24/18 Tue

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Can't have placed within a year of when entries are due (NT) -- Hth, 20:21:43 07/24/18 Tue

I think it's the calendar year, so you can't have placed in prelim since January 1st, 2018. Is that not correct? (NT) -- unsure, 05:42:19 07/25/18 Wed

Looking at the 2017 syllabus that is correct. Between Jan 1st and the closing date of entries. (NT) -- ~K, 09:52:15 07/25/18 Wed

Subject: Looking at the Maine Feis

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thanks for any info
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Date Posted: 11:35:44 07/23/18 Mon

I was wondering if this is a big feis; how many stages do they usually have? Do the stages run on time?

Are the judges that are listed finalized or have there been substitutions?

Thanks so much for the help!

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This will be our first year, so I can't answer most of your questions. However the stage schedule is already up on their website. (NT) -- hth, 14:03:02 07/23/18 Mon
It’s a small Feis and run well. Results for grades are a bit unorganized and you have to pay for marks to be mailed to you. Results are not tabulated by feisweb and are just written down on one large poster. They also tend to not place more than 3-4 dancers (at least our experience the past two years). (NT) -- Dance, 19:29:44 07/23/18 Mon

^^All true. Champs are on big auditorium stage, which is a draw. OC combined, which is not a draw. Relaxed, fun vibe. Runs quick. (NT) -- BTDT, 06:47:36 07/24/18 Tue

Not a fan few placements no scores nice site though (NT) -- rr, 10:54:46 07/24/18 Tue

Subject: Anyone know when schedule for Oireachtas daily schedule/ information will be posted? I remember August in the past. Wil daily schedule be the same as last year-younger dancers on firday? Thanks

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Date Posted: 10:04:18 07/23/18 Mon

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Usually late August (NT) -- Dance mom, 13:25:02 07/23/18 Mon

Subject: Anyone know if there will be medal rounds in champs for maine feis, thx

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Newbie
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Date Posted: 11:20:51 07/19/18 Thu

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I don't remember there being round medals last year. -- Love this feis anyway, 12:16:40 07/21/18 Sat

Subject: Feile Rince Mhaigheo

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Turley Duggan Academy
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Date Posted: 09:34:18 07/21/18 Sat

October 6th and 7th 2018 (weekend between All-Scots and GBs for anyone looking for a Feis in Ireland at this time)

Town Hall Theatre, Claremorris, Co. Mayo

Adjudicators:
Pauline Shaw
Marie Connell
Jackie Scanlon
Orla Ní Bhriain
Olive Burns

For more info check out our Facebook page “Feile Rince Mhaigheo 2018” or contact angeduggan@yahoo.ie

Thank you 😄😄

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Subject: Anyone hosting August/September grade exams in the US

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only these months, thank you
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Date Posted: 11:20:28 07/02/18 Mon

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DBBA is at their feis (NT) -- As mom, 15:41:29 07/02/18 Mon

Sorry, haven't been in the loop for a while, who is DBBA? (NT) -- thanks, 05:59:30 07/03/18 Tue

Dunleavey, Boyle, Bremer (NT) -- ..., 07:54:33 07/03/18 Tue

thank you! does anyone have info on applications? (NT) -- x, 10:02:25 07/03/18 Tue

The grade exam link on their website was broken when I tried it. Suggest you email them. Info on website. (NT) -- Hth, 07:03:30 07/04/18 Wed

DBBA will be hosting Grade Exams in September more inside ... -- Feis Secretary, 08:09:16 07/06/18 Fri

Could you also post who your examiner is when you know. DD has done 1-10 and will need to know examiner to be certain she hasn't already used that examiner. Thanks in advance. (NT) -- :), 07:29:57 07/10/18 Tue

Who is the examiner? (NT) -- Need to plan ahead in case it's someone I already had., 10:46:21 07/20/18 Fri

Subject: Dongan Feis July 21 Update!

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Dongan Feis Secretary
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Date Posted: 14:45:41 07/19/18 Thu

Feis Schedule is posted on our website (donganfeis.org)

Doors open at 8. Competitions begin promptly at 9.

Please leave extra time while traveling - there is a film shoot going on that shouldn’t interfere with you all driving to the Plaza, but we’re familiar with Murphy’s Law!
https://www.news10.com/news/local-news/film-production-to-close-roads-implement-detours-in-albany/1299258758

Directions from the Holiday Inn Express in downtown Albany to Plaza are posted on the Feis website.

Parking is $5 (have license ready - it's a state building).

There is a $10 admission fee at the door for adults. You will receive a wristband.

Bringing a dress to hang? Beat the line - fill out the form posted to our website. Please, cash only!

No chairs, food, or drink inside the rooms with dancing. There is plenty of space to sit and eat outside the rooms.

We'll update on Twitter and Facebook throughout the day - @donganfeis for Twitter

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Subject: **GALLAGHER SCHOOL POCONO FEIS** is open on Feisweb

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Feis Secretary
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Date Posted: 09:36:21 07/19/18 Thu

Enter @ www.feisweb.com.
*Feis will be held Saturday, September 22 at the Stroudsburg High School, 1100 W. Main St., Stroudsburg PA 18360
*Distinguished panel of adjudicators, including 3 adjudicators from Ireland.
*NEW THIS YEAR: New Hardwood Raised Stage in the Auditorium and in the Gymnasium.
*NEW THIS YEAR: An additional 4th Grade Stage in the Gymnasium
*Syllabus can be found at: gallagherschoolofirishdancing.com
*1st place Open Champ Winners will receive a $30 Gift Card to Feis Fayre
*1st Place Open Medal Round Winners receive a pair of poodle socks
*1st place Prelim Champ Winners will receive a $20 Gift Card to Feis Fayre
*Supervised Used Dress Area: $10/dress
*The closing date is September 2nd, if the cap of 700 has not already been met. All late payments after September 2nd will incur a $15 late fee per family.
We look forward to another great year! Hope to see you in the Poconos! Any questions, please contact: poconofeissecretary@gmail.com

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Subject: The O'Shea-Chaplin Academy will be hosting grades exams for grades 1-12 on January 19th & 20th, in Watertown, Massachusetts. Applications for grades 11 and 12 are due by October 15th. Please contact Lisa at osheachaplin@hotmail.com.
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Thank you O'Shea for providing this opportunity and giving plenty of notice time to get applications to you. (NT) -- :), 08:34:28 09/12/18 Wed Thank you for offering them in January..My Dancers taking exams at DBBA can now take them at your location next . Super convenient.,We’re lucky to have had 2 exams offered locally (NT) -- DM, 09:17:30 09/12/18 Wed

Subject: Room available at Hilton Homewood Suites 11/16-11/18
Author: JJ [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 16:45:31 09/10/18 Mon Queen bedroom suite [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Is t his still available, Im interested (NT) -- tracy C, 14:17:51 09/11/18 Tue Is this still available , Im interested (NT) -- Tracy C, 14:18:29 09/11/18 Tue Room available at Hilton Homewood Suites 11/16-11/18 -- JJ, 20:20:23 09/11/18 Tue

Subject: GALLAGHER SCHOOL POCONO FEIS
Author: ~Feis Secretary [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 10:47:53 09/11/18 Tue POCONO FEIS is closing for entries tomorrow night at midnight on 9/12/18. Please register and make your payment on Feisweb if you plan to attend. USED DRESS FOR SALE FORM is available to download and print at home at: gallagherschoolofirishdancing.com [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: DRESS SALE Saturday Sept 15th 9am-12pm OPEN TO ALL!
Author: NE dance mom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 09:03:21 09/10/18 Mon Looking to purchase a dress for Oireachtas? or need to sell a solo dress or vest? DRESS SALE OPEN TO ALL DANCE FAMILIES TO BUY OR SELL Saturday, September 15th 9am-12pm 945 Main Street Walpole MA Supervised dress room with seamstress on site $5 to leave dress, please drop dress off at 8:30am Questions or to preregister dress/vest contact Carolyn at carolynsudhalter@hotmail.com Hosted by Harney Pender-Keady Academy [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Over 70 dresses for sale! -- NE dance mom, 06:01:44 09/11/18 Tue

Subject: I thought I'd calmed down but I haven't. What happened with the room block is not ok. Sending an updated link 14 hours before the block opens? Ludicrous! Whoever made that decision should step down. It is just plain wrong what they did.
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Not sure if it will make you any better, but I had correct link, loaded immediately, but after putting all info in for room did not get one. Will stay at other option, Red Lion is only a block away. Will make the best of it and will make it through the weekend w dancers all 3 days (NT) -- Not everyone gets in, 14:30:38 09/09/18 Sun We always try for the host hotel as the ideal, but are ready to abandon for a nearby hotel. Sometimes it’s our year, sometimes not. King rooms still avail at Hilton. (NT) -- -, 14:47:32 09/09/18 Sun No rooms are available Have tried many times and talked no luck -- DD, 18:47:41 09/09/18 Sun Friend just booked a Hilton king room for 2 nights (NT) -- Hth, 23:12:02 09/09/18 Sun Sending it 14 hours before seems like more than enough time to me. It was just a link, didn't require any extra effort on our part to use the 2nd one rather than the 1st one. I do feel sorry for the people whose TCs didn't bother to send it out in time, but that's totally the fault of those TCs. (NT) -- realist, 17:39:13 09/09/18 Sun Your note assumes TC’s got the link and parents got their forward. Unfortunately this wasn’t the reality for many parties. I’m glad I worked out for you. Not so much for many of us. (NT) -- NE Mama, 18:38:51 09/09/18 Sun So you are claiming the region withheld the new link from some TCs? (NT) -- that seems odd, 20:20:45 09/09/18 Sun Conspiracy theory much? No. That’s not what I’m saying. And not everyone is up checking emails 24 hour’s a day. (NT) -- Dancing, 21:22:45 09/09/18 Sun TC’s received the correct links at 10:13PM. We don’t expect our TC to respond to emails at that hour. The region should have waited to open the block a day to resolve during usual hours. (NT) -- Tough luck!, 20:37:44 09/09/18 Sun It doesn't matter if the TCs sent it out (ours did not)--the correct link was on the IDTANE-NE region in the morning. That's where I clicked from. (NT) -- ***, 05:41:57 09/10/18 Mon* In the end, it was a gamble if one got in or not. Try to calm down and let it go. With so many other things in life that are stressful, don't make this one of them. As the saying goes, let it go . . . (NT) -- happy lives longer, 09:00:02 09/10/18 Mon Several from our school who found Hartford to be very unappealing last year decided to forgo the block and have just outside of Hartford. Less than 10 min. drive to venue and a great rate, nice area, and better options for dining, well as availability of family suites. (NT) -- Missing Providence., 09:15:24 09/10/18 Mon If you are willing to stay outside the block and would rather just not bother with Hartford altogether you have two really nice options on either side of the city. West Hartford - Blue Back Square and West Farm area have lots of shopping/resturants and a few hotels. Buckland Hills area of Manchester CT has a TON of hotels as well as things to do. Both locations within a 10 min. drive to the parking garage which has ample parking. (NT) -- CT resident, 16:18:47 09/10/18 Mon Another great option is Glastonbury- two hotels within walking distance of a somerset square - great shops and restaurants. (NT) -- DM, 04:20:38 09/11/18 Tue

Subject: New to this, how do you go about transferring a room to someone else at the Hilton?? Thanks in advance!
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Subject: The link doesn’t work!!!!!
Author: What is going on? [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 06:03:40 09/07/18 Fri [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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The link was incorrect, we had a new one sent to us last night (NT) -- Didn't matter anyway, sold out!, 06:05:41 09/07/18 Fri Totally ridiculous! Why is it sold out before the block even opened at 8am. I finally got through on the phone at 8:20 and was told it was sold out. The link on the website never even opened up, just said the website was closed. Why bother saying the rooms will open at 8 if there aren't any rooms available? (NT) -- AM, 06:24:19 09/07/18 Fri I went on at 8:07 with the new link and got a room, so they weren't sold out at that point. I've always believed it's a crapshoot, some get through if they fall into the system at just the right moment. (NT) -- DM, 06:54:23 09/07/18 Fri What?! I was on at 8:03 with new link and was told it was sold out (NT) -- ., 10:47:37 09/07/18 Fri Links -- Chaos, 06:34:17 09/07/18 Fri so what are the new links? (NT) -- ff, 06:43:07 09/07/18 Fri I put all my info then and when I went to confirm it said it was sold out. So frustrating and sad for those who did not book ahead of time but weren't aware links were changed! (NT) -- Same old bs, 06:34:48 09/07/18 Fri The link opened exactly at 8 and I got a room. I followed link posted last night from the region. I clicked on it at 7:59 said it was not open yet then at 8 exactly I clicked and it worked. (NT) -- Had to be quick with the typing, 06:49:00 09/07/18 Fri I'm sure it worked great for those who had the correct link. They really shouldn't wait til the 11th hour to change the info. Not fair for those who weren't given the link by their teachers. That email they sent to the teachers wasn't sent out until 10:12pm. Seriously?! (NT) -- ai, 06:52:50 09/07/18 Fri Not true. I was given the correct link in plenty of time (NT) -- And it still sold out by 8:00. Link had nothing to do with it, 07:03:04 09/07/18 Fri I woke up to new links, if your TC didn't send them out I would take it up with them. Also we wouldn't need new links if everyone followed the rules instead of trying to get around them. But as usual there are always those trying to get an edge (NT) -- IDM, 07:34:16 09/07/18 Fri As is typical some moms/schools know that links are good or bad & the rest of us don’t! The information for Irish dance is never distributed fairly & it never will be! This is sadly my 15th year attempting to book an Oireachtas room add in all the other majors & my success rate is about 50% of getting what we want :( (NT) -- Hartford Sucks, 06:58:10 09/07/18 Fri I had to work at 8, I emailed my mom the link directly from NEIDT last night and she was able to get a room in time this morning. I don't think this is a school favoritism thing. (NT) -- Google is your friend, 20:28:03 09/07/18 Fri Sme BS, different year! Im so tired of this nonsense. Changing the link less than 24 hours before is utterly ridiculous. (NT) -- DM, 07:05:09 09/07/18 Fri The main issue is year after year people ruin it for all by booking before the block opens! That is why they had to change it all. So blame those that don’t follow the rules. I got a room. 8:00 on the dot. Not discounting the frustration but really people play by the rules and everyone will have a fair chance. (NT) -- Missing Providence, 07:05:55 09/07/18 Fri I miss Providence too! Hotels within walking distance - not 15 minutes along highway in a crappy area of Hartford! (NT) -- annoyed, 07:25:07 09/07/18 Fri Anyone who booked before the block opened at 8 AM will have their room cancelled. (NT) -- T, 07:45:26 09/07/18 Fri Yeah right, they say that every year and everyone knows that they don't have the authority to cancel them. -- Joke, 07:56:33 09/07/18 Fri I booked a room before the block 2 years ago and they canceled it -- Cfk, 08:39:48 09/07/18 Fri For the first time, last year I booked early. It was cancelled, so yes they do have the authority.. (NT) -- lesson learned, 12:57:40 09/07/18 Fri For once in ID, cheating was not rewarded? I'm shocked, but I'm glad. (NT) -- nothing personal, 19:12:36 09/08/18 Sat Utterly ridiculous! Was on hold on the Marriott 800 number for 35 minutes to the told they can't book in the block! Why give us the 800 if it is useless!!! (NT) -- annoyed!, 07:23:37 09/07/18 Fri My experience (inside) -- Tired of it all, 08:13:00 09/07/18 Fri I had correct links, opened it at 8, put all info in right down to last confirmation and then told room was already taken. It happens with so many putting their info in at the same time. First time we didn't get in to host hotel but will manage with another option. It will all work out, dd will dance, and we will survive. (NT) -- happens to the best, 09:59:11 09/07/18 Fri What I don’t understand is , is the entire MARIOTT hotel blocked? Is it only Irish dance people in there that weekend? How can they do that? (NT) -- Confused, 05:23:01 09/08/18 Sat I think it is... I tried booking a room last year when the dates first became available and the hotel was sold out. -- DM, 12:44:49 09/08/18 Sat Probably not. They don't usually take an entire hotel. When it was in Prov I sometimes booked outside the block using points or even just my AAA discount. I really dislike Hartford. How many years is that contract they signed that stuck us there? (NT) -- can we please go back to Prov?, 19:11:09 09/08/18 Sat I heard 5 year contract for Hartford (NT) -- -, 22:42:43 09/08/18 Sat They allocate a VERY small # of rooms to our block. If you remember from last year, there was an auto show going on. Also, tons of business travelers. I too am confused as to why you can't book into the hotel and haven't been able to for months. But I sure bet we don't get as many rooms as we used to in Providence. (NT) -- NE mom, 10:26:28 09/09/18 Sun I have this recurring fantasy where we all boycott the O until they move it back to Providence. I know, I know, it's the regional qualifier and nobody is going to actually boycott including me because dd would have a fit, as would her TC. But I can dream, can't I? (NT) -- old mom who hates Hartford, 17:42:12 09/09/18 Sun I’m sooooo with you. (NT) -- Mass Mom, 18:40:41 09/09/18 Sun And of course not everyone will boycott because some of us loved the Hartford Oireachtas last year. (NT) -- Different strokes, 05:43:46 09/10/18 Mon Agreed. Hartford exceeded our expectations last year. Everywhere has its downsides.... -- Mom, 08:08:47 09/10/18 Mon The venue was excellent. But that was about it. (NT) -- X, 12:26:49 09/10/18 Mon

Subject: Hilton room available 2 doubles 11/15-11/18
Author: Idm [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 19:30:26 09/09/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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interested in one room -- Allison, 12:09:44 09/10/18 Mon

Subject: Go Bridget Oei! Miss Connecticut!
Author: feismum [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 19:08:12 09/09/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Not from CT but rooting for our dear friend. Congrats on making it to top 15 so far (NT) -- Cheering you on from NH, 19:40:23 09/09/18 Sun So excited for her!!! Way to represent!! First runner-up! (NT) -- :), 21:02:37 09/09/18 Sun Beautiful dancer and so classy and stylish! Congrats Bridget! (NT) -- fan, 04:58:09 09/10/18 Mon Congratulations Bridget! We're so proud of you! (NT) -- Mrs. C, 07:39:51 09/10/18 Mon

Subject: REGISTRATION OPENS SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH FOR THE TEELIN FEIS!
Author: Kris (Feis Registrar) [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 06:30:25 09/05/18 Wed Registration for the second annual "No Fancy Stuff" Teelin Feis opens this Saturday September 8th at 8am. NEW! Registration will be via Quickfeis this year NEW LOCATION! Carroll County Agriculture Center in Westminster MD We capped within hours of opening last year, so don't miss out. This year we will NOT be keeping a wait list, so don't miss out. Registration will cap at a total 1000 competitors, 350 champs. “No Fancy Stuff” Feis! This means no wigs or formal costumes allowed. Oireachtas-sized Champ Stages Champs Start in Soft Shoe Round Awards for Prelim and Open Sashes for Top 5 Prelim and Open Back-to-Back Feis Weekend with Feis Culkin Go to Teelin Feis Website for more info. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Teelin Feis to be held Sunday, November 4th. (NT) -- Kris (Feis Registrar), 10:24:47 09/05/18 Wed open? (NT) -- ., 07:29:03 09/07/18 Fri

Subject: Anybody have the links to O hotels? Not posted on website and block opens in a few days. Thank you
Author: Dd [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 05:08:58 09/05/18 Wed [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Our TC usually e-mails the links to us the night before. Not sure they are provided them earlier (NT) -- just our experience, 06:07:32 09/05/18 Wed Check out o'shea Facebook page, saw them there (NT) -- O, 06:32:27 09/06/18 Thu

Subject: Transferring Rooms at Oierachtas in Hartford CT
Author: Wondering [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 18:37:42 09/05/18 Wed Does anyone know if we are able to transfer rooms to others at all of the Hartford hotels on the block list without a fee? I have been looking at the HIlton Hartford in particular and it looks like you are not able to modify a reservation without a penalty. (I know we havent booked yet, but just want to be sure.) Thanks [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Where are you seeing information on hotel blocks? (NT) -- ??, 20:07:55 09/05/18 Wed Hotel Block -- NT, 04:21:33 09/06/18 Thu

Subject: Can anyone please tell me who are the adjudicators for the Coogan Feis? I cannot seem to find them
Author: TIA [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 22:03:34 09/03/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I suggest contacting the school. Link inside: -- hth, 19:53:43 09/04/18 Tue

Subject: Tell me about the New England Autumn Feis. You're able to sign up for a "second chance" dance. How does that work? Is the winner of the 1st excluded from the second? It's a cool idea but I've never heard of it and curious how it all works.
Author: Me in NE [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 09:09:44 09/02/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Murray Feis did this results were very different definitely worth doing , you can check the results at feisweb to see for yourself (NT) -- ID, 10:03:21 09/02/18 Sun It's a great opportunity for Prelims. Ran smoothly at Murray from what I saw. I don't know if winner of first comp is excluded (don't think so) more... -- NE mom, 10:22:48 09/02/18 Sun Winner of first was not excluded from the second, but each comp had different judges so results were often different (NT) -- NEMOM, 14:22:53 09/02/18 Sun Winner was not excluded from 2nd. I actually saw someone win the first comp and not place in the 2nd. So completely different judges. -- Feisingmom, 17:56:59 09/02/18 Sun Exactly. This is not uncommon. Judging is subjective, or some kids will dance poorly at their 2nd comp in one weekend. Also let's not forget it's not uncommon for a dancer to win at one feis and do poorly at the next, then win again some other time. (NT) -- every comp is a fresh chance, 18:12:08 09/02/18 Sun Dtr got last pc first in a double feis day in the first comp. She bowed out if the second and we went to celebrate. Sometime it is different winners and sometimes not- if someone is on, they are on. Also, takes good stamina to do 2 in one day. Those without will wilt in the second one. (NT) -- But good way to minimize travel expense etc, 18:28:22 09/02/18 Sun Mixed reviews on 2nd chance feisanna -- *****, 10:25:32 09/04/18 Tue* Many thanks to you all for your replies! (NT) -- OP, 12:04:52 09/04/18 Tue

Subject: I did not stay in Hartford last year for the Oir. Any thoughts on what the best hotel would be if the Marriott is not available when I book?
Author: Not familiar [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 15:29:03 09/03/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: Horgan Grades Comments
Author: First Timer [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 20:08:26 09/02/18 Sun Does anyone know how/if Horgan's Constitution feis releases judges comments for grades dancers? I wasn't sure how it worked with them.not using a standard computing site. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Usually there is a form to print out on their website and you can send it in! (NT) -- ..., 07:27:26 09/03/18 Mon marks request -- Grades mom, 13:48:58 09/03/18 Mon Thank you! (NT) -- PaMom, 15:03:49 09/03/18 Mon

Subject: Anyone know which round is first at Horgan? Not seeing it posted and not sure if they’ll answer emails today
Author: thx [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 09:27:49 08/31/18 Fri [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Every time we’ve done that feis in the past, it has been soft shoe first for open champs. (NT) -- OC, 17:13:41 08/31/18 Fri Where can we find results for Open Championship? (NT) -- TIA!, 16:48:19 09/01/18 Sat Does anyone know how many danced in prelim u17? (NT) -- Me, 17:14:39 09/01/18 Sat Prelim u17 was part of a double age group, u18. Combined with 18 too. 18 dancers, 10 of whom were u17s (NT) -- Hth, 14:45:41 09/02/18 Sun Typo should say combined with the 18+ group too (NT) -- AP, 14:48:19 09/02/18 Sun I've never known the Horgans to post results of any of their feiseanna. (NT) -- so probably nowhere, 18:55:20 09/01/18 Sat Anyone know who won Open U14 and Open U16? (NT) -- ., 20:05:19 09/01/18 Sat Lila Stanton won Open U14 (NT) -- Not sure on U16, 12:54:38 09/02/18 Sun Thanks (NT) -- .., 13:00:58 09/02/18 Sun

Subject: Has Horgan champ schedule come out yet?
Author: Idmom [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:11:57 08/26/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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I was wondering the same. (NT) -- Lisa, 13:26:53 08/26/18 Sun It was supposed to be posted for Champs the 25 bit still nothing (NT) -- Dd, 17:19:21 08/26/18 Sun Are there usually big numbers for open champs? (NT) -- ?, 14:07:01 08/27/18 Mon No, open comps are very small; it's a holiday weekend and many are not at the top of their game from summer break. (NT) -- never a need for 5 though, 05:27:25 08/28/18 Tue Here it is the 29th. Website says the champ will be out on the 25th (NT) -- just wondering, 09:54:46 08/29/18 Wed Website now says the champ schedule will be posted soon in the order of youngest to oldest. (NT) -- DM, 11:22:05 08/29/18 Wed I hope soon is soon- youheatbtonikdest isn’t enough to go. Is one stage Prelim one stage open? Or one stage an age range and the other a different age range? (NT) -- Dd, 15:36:19 08/29/18 Wed Incomprehensible post. (NT) -- proofreading matters, 04:58:35 09/01/18 Sat champ schduels -- Theresa (Hill), 06:19:35 08/30/18 Thu

Subject: POCONO FEIS
Author: Feis Secretary [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 06:06:04 08/31/18 Fri GALLAGHER POCONO FEIS -- ~Secretary, SYLLABUS CHANGE Prelim U18 will now be split into U16 409A and U18 409B when you register at Feisweb Please register and pay by Sunday, Sept 2 to avoid a $15 late fee. Final closing date to enter is Wednesday, Sept 12th [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: I’m the market for new hardshoes, which brand and type are best for toe walks? I know everyone has different feet and such but curious about your experience and what type of hardshoe people are recommending now a days? Thanks so much!
Author: Hard shoes [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 21:38:11 08/16/18 Thu Best hardshoes for toe stands [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Depends on your priority. Fays are better quality and will give you more support, but take longer to break in. Rutherfords and Feis Fayre have almost no break in time so it's easier to go on toes faster but ultimately won't support your feet as well and don't last as long (NT) -- Dancer, 19:39:44 08/28/18 Tue

Subject: Did Horgan post any discounted tickets to Quassey for their Feis this year?
Author: Dancemumm [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 20:30:55 08/22/18 Wed . [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Group On has discounted rates if Horgan doesn’t (NT) -- Lisa, 09:55:56 08/25/18 Sat Discount ticket info -- HAmom, 18:34:28 08/27/18 Mon

Subject: Oireachtas hotel block opens Sept. 7
Author: https://sites.google.com/site/newenglandoireachtas2018/home [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 10:34:05 08/26/18 Sun [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Soooooooooooo late! (NT) -- Dancer, 14:35:42 08/26/18 Sun

Subject: Designing New Solo Dress
Author: *** [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:13:55 08/21/18 Tue Does anyone have advice or insight into the design process? It does seem like the European designers take advantage of US customers unless you are in the know or part of a network! It is shocking and unreasonable to pay $3,000 for a new dress and not be satisfied with your purchase. We had a bad experience for several reasons and I'd just like to see if there was something we should have done differently. Many thanks! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Whenever we’ve gone through the design process, I sit my girls down to look at pictures online of photos they like. Be it a sunset, table scape or some photo on Pinterest.. I then arrange it into a pic collage with the multiple photos that they loved and send it to the designer. They use these colors to design the dress. We haven’t been disappointed yet! (NT) -- Dance mom, 07:01:16 08/23/18 Thu My only overseas solos have been from Taylor and I found them to be very receptive to what I wanted. One time they essentially did an entire redesign for me because they'd misunderstood what I asked for. (NT) -- Sr Lady, 14:57:48 08/23/18 Thu Dress Experience -- FeisMom, 06:11:31 08/25/18 Sat Thanks -- *, 16:21:58 08/25/18 Sat*

Subject: Irish Dance Practice Pad
Author: Feis Mum [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 21:09:46 08/12/18 Sun Hello! Does anyone have any feedback on the Practice Pad? Considering purchasing, but it’s pricey. Any used ones out there for sale? Thank you [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Love it! It's basically like a yoga mat for dance. (more) -- Not sure about used ones, 11:20:11 08/13/18 Mon Thank you! (NT) -- Feis Mum, 09:15:58 08/19/18 Sun I have one I'd be interested in selling. My daughter never used it. Said it is way too small. (NT) -- feis mum, 20:06:05 08/19/18 Sun Practice Pad -- Feis mum, 20:44:53 08/19/18 Sun email me : suz9ck@optimum.net (NT) -- feismum, 20:54:15 08/21/18 Tue

Subject: BACK-TO-BACK SEPTEMBER FEIS WEEKEND IN MINNESOTA!
Author: Mary T., Co-Chair, The Minnesota Feis 2018 [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 20:54:23 08/20/18 Mon On Saturday, SEPTEMBER 29, we invite you to join us at the St. Paul RiverCentre on the banks of the Mississippi River in beautiful downtown St. Paul, Minnesota, for THE MINNESOTA FEIS 2018 (visit our web site at http://www.theminnesotafeis.org/ for great information). And then stick around for the ST. PAUL AUTUMN FEIS, on Sunday, SEPTEMBER 30 http://www.idpamn.org/ Registration is through http://www.feisworx.com/ . Competition on Saturday will start at 8:30 AM (opening ceremonies at 8:15 AM); Sunday’s competition will begin at 8:00 AM. The Championship stage will proceed from OLDEST to YOUNGEST dancers. We are offering Trophy Special Set Dance competitions that are open to BOTH Preliminary Champ dancers and Prizewinner dancers who are preparing dances for the Mid-America Oireachtas. For those in U9, it will be traditional set; U10 and above will be non-traditional set. Our dance adjudicators for this year: Kerry Broderick, New York Colleen Coyle Kelly, Pennsylvania Michael Patrick Gallagher, Arizona Martin Percival, Colorado Heather Timm, Ohio John Timm, Ohio **The treble reel is one of the most fun things to do at a feis, and we are again scheduling these to make participation easier: Champ treble reels will be held throughout the day, and Novice/Prizewinner treble reels will be right at the end of the scheduled lunch break. All treble reel proceeds from The Minnesota Feis will go to support Breast Cancer Research. NEW THIS YEAR at the St. Paul Autumn Feis is a Hornpipe Special dance in memory of Áine O’Shea. Proceeds from this special will be sent to St. Francis Hospice in Blanchardstown in Dublin for the love and care they gave to her in her final days. We encourage everyone to register for both these specials that support such worthy causes! Admission is FREE to the public, so bring your family and friends. Also, if you are bringing someone who is a non-dancer, but SINGS OR PLAYS AN INSTRUMENT (or does these in addition to dance!) there is competition for them as well! Just use the Feisworx system to register. Arts and Soda Bread are in there, too. In addition to “feising,” there are many things to see and do in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and the surrounding area, including: --We were among the last to find out, but Justin Timberlake is in town, and not just to see his Minnesota in-laws! There are still tickets available for his Sept. 28 and 29 shows. --The Science Museum of Minnesota https://www.smm.org/, across the street from the RiverCentre. --If you have younger ones, the newly remodeled Minnesota Children’s Museum in downtown St. Paul https://mcm.org/ --After a massive restoration effort, the re-opening of the Minnesota State Capitol building, with the second largest self-supported marble dome in the world, free tours http://www.mnhs.org/capitol/activities/tours --The Cathedral of St. Paul, National Shrine of the Apostle Paul, on the hill overlooking the RiverCentre. Named to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, the cathedral offers daily masses, and is open to visitors for sightseeing. --St. Paul’s Lower Town is a rapidly growing area with shops, eateries, and the recently restored and re-opened major train hub, Union Depot. Restored to its 1920s grandeur, it’s worth a stop http://www.uniondepot.org/ --The nearby Mall of America https://www.mallofamerica.com/ with its vast array of shopping, dining, hotel, and entertainment experiences, including the indoor theme park Nickelodeon Universe and Sea Life Minnesota aquarium https://www2.visitsealife.com/minnesota/ only 15 minutes from the feis venue. NEW THIS YEAR: The water park hotel next to the Mall of America is now Great Wolf Lodge! https://www.greatwolf.com/minnesota --One of the gems of St. Paul is Como Park, with the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, one of the few free zoos in the United States (free parking, too!): http://www.comozooconservatory.org/ --Over in Minneapolis, we have the Mill City Museum, which has a very “explosive” elevator ride and great views of the Stone Arch Bridge and Mississippi River from its cantilevered viewing platform: http://www.millcitymuseum.org/ --The Walker Art Center Sculpture Garden in Minneapolis, with its famous Cherry on the Spoon (okay, it’s Spoonbridge and Cherry, but nobody calls it that). There is also a giant blue chicken now, which we haven’t quite figured out… https://walkerart.org/visit/garden --Take a cruise on a Mississippi Riverboat with the historic Padelford Riverboats https://riverrides.com/ or along the scenic St. Croix River at the Minnesota-Wisconsin border with the St. Croix Boat & Packet Co. http://www.stillwaterriverboats.com/ To avoid the Timberlake price hikes, we have created a hotel block at the new Delta by Marriott hotel, just 12 minutes from the venue. The booking link is available on our website http://www.theminnesotafeis.org/area-hotels.html We are also trying to arrange a few others! Lots of fun for everyone, we hope you can join us! [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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We had overseas, we are a no one. Went smooth, on time, had input but let the designer design.,colors as expected. Would recommend ordering at a major or right after and order before you really need it. DD could still wear previous dress if needed so if it didn't come, we had a plan so decreased the stress. (NT) -- Our experience, 12:51:01 08/21/18 Tue

Subject: CIDA Championships Feis Oct 20-21
Author: CIDA Feis Committee [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:09:11 08/20/18 Mon October 20th and 21st Hyatt Regency Orange County 11999 Harbor Blvd. Garden Grove, CA 92840 (714) 750-1234 Feis Rate ~ $145.00 https://book.passkey.com/go/CIDA2018 Tentative Schedule: Saturday a.m. U12 Grades and Specials First Feis and Tiny Tots Open Championships and Reel Specials will run all day oldest to youngest Saturday p.m. Open Champs (Continued) Preliminary Championships – All Ages – 2 rounds Preliminary Championships – Reel Specials Girls Open Championship Countess Kathleen Slip Jig Special Open Championship Blind Treble Reel Specials Boys Championship Reel Special Maureen Hall Champion of Champions Special Sunday a.m. Art Competition winners announced Teams U13&O Grades and Specials Adults and Adult Specials All Future Champ Specials (all ages) – 2 rounds, 48 bars with a recall to dance Set after lunch Sunday p.m. Set Dances for Future Champ Competitions Preliminary Championships – All Ages – 3 rounds Preliminary Championships – Treble Reel Specials Sashes for Top 3 in all Champs and Specials competitions ~ Perpetual Trophies for all Open Championship Solo Competitions ~ Champion of Champions Perpetual Trophy [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Clarification: this is a Celtic Irish Dance Academy feis. I think they think everyone in NE knows what CIDA is. I had to google to find out as my first thought was that it was yet another of these alternative ID organizations like WIDA. (NT) -- glad to see it's not that, 17:23:50 08/20/18 Mon

Subject: Has anyone received marks from Maine State Feis yet?
Author: Wondering [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 11:11:17 08/14/18 Tue We haven't received ours yet, and I'm starting to worry they might've been lost in the mail. [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Yes, received ours yesterday in the mail. (NT) -- DM, 15:23:37 08/14/18 Tue Ok, so hopefully that means it will get here either today or tomorrow. (NT) -- Thanks!, 06:55:07 08/15/18 Wed Also received ours yesterday. (NT) -- Was also starting to think they were lost!, 06:57:48 08/15/18 Wed Maine feis results -- IrelandBoundMom, 08:27:01 08/16/18 Thu It's the norm for Maine. Used to be the norm for all feises, at least the ones that even offered marks, not so many years ago. But thankfully now most in our area use FeisWeb. (NT) -- old mom, 17:29:02 08/16/18 Thu

Subject: SR posted O info today... Would love to hear from our region!
Author: DD [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:58:57 07/30/18 Mon [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Just thinking the same thing... -- TR, 09:56:51 07/30/18 Mon FYI, we walked from the Hampton Inn across the river. Only 10-15min. (NT) -- booked there again already, 10:05:04 07/30/18 Mon thank you, but... -- TR, 11:36:03 07/30/18 Mon OK, just thought I'd offer another option. My success rate is 0% with getting into the host hotel so I figured a backup might be useful. (NT) -- Good luck getting the Marriott!, 13:42:46 07/30/18 Mon I appreciate it (NT) -- TR, 07:42:14 07/31/18 Tue buses -- SHB, 13:44:59 08/15/18 Wed

Subject: For sale: 4 large pieces of shower pan liner that were taped together to cover hws...
Author: Floor (McCloskey) [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 08:36:23 08/13/18 Mon Would like to sell all together, in ct..pls pm for pics [ Post a Reply to This Message ]

Subject: My daughter is a size 9 adult shoe (US). She recently ordered Hullahcan Pro 4s at a size 6. We used the size chart when ordering and when received the shoes her toes are curled over and very uncomfortable. I know all shoe sizes are different but does anyone have experience ordering for a dancer that is regular a size 9? Thanks so much!
Author: dance4 [ Edit \| View ]	Date Posted: 14:32:23 08/10/18 Fri Size nine us shoe is usually what reel shoe size? [ Post a Reply to This Message ]
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Shoes -- Old mom, 07:16:30 08/11/18 Sat