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Subject: Maddie, Laura, and Rachel RECALLED!!!! Rachel was 50th and Laura was 63 in under 9. Still waiting to hear about Maddie.


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miss molly
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Date Posted: 17:01:28 07/03/09 Fri

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Subject: DVD Slideshow


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 09:50:18 07/02/09 Thu
Please let me know if you'd like me to reserve a copy of the DVD slideshow for you (I only have a limited amount).
The cost is $15. Just email me directly at thatgrl@comcast.net

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Subject: SIGN UP TO RIDE by: JULY 7th!!!!!


Author:
annie
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Date Posted: 09:14:08 06/29/09 Mon
Hi everyone. Moving on to the next adventure!!!!!!
Barb Henricks has reserved us a Coach-type bus. We have 12 people signed up so far (44 spots left) and need to know by 7/7 if we have enough people to keep it reasonably priced.

The message/details are below.

Reserve your spot by adding as many spots as you need on the volunteer spot calendar.
Here's the Link:
http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/48-62925598858

If for whatever reason you can't access it - just send me an email with how many spots and I can add you.

Thank you and "THANKS" again to everyone for making yesterday so much fun!!!
Annie



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Dear Murray Families The McInerney Feis is being held on August 8, 2008 at the fully air conditioned DCU arena in Worcester, MA.
We are planning on chartering a fully air conditioned coach to this feis. The coach seats 56 people and would cost approximately 20.00 per rider. This will be a fun and exciting way to build school spirit by cheering on Murray dancers at every level; getting to know other families around Murray; and to relax and enjoy an entire feis.

The charter is scheduled to leave the Stratham Plaza at 6AM and return after our last dancer has danced. We plan to make a stop for food on the way home.
If you are interested in what proves to be a great day, please sign up to reserve your seat(s). Seats will be reserved on a first-come first-serve basis.
Please make checks out to Cara Rince.

Note: The FEIS entry deadline is July 13, 2009. You must complete this (it's separate from the bus sign up). The syllabus can be picked up at the studio or downloaded from the CR Website http://www.orgsites.com/nh/cararince

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Subject: Nationals


Author:
Sandy (Best of Luck!)
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Date Posted: 08:58:56 07/01/09 Wed
Best of luck to all those wonderful dancers heading to Nationals. We'll be thinking of you! Sandy, Maddy, Gabby & Olivia

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Subject: Looking for a pair of hard shoes!!!


Author:
Kim Perkins
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Date Posted: 13:53:17 06/29/09 Mon
I am looking for a pair of hard shoes size 12 1/2 or 13. Let me know if you can help me out! Thanks!

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Subject: sadies's pants


Author:
kate
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Date Posted: 13:27:08 06/30/09 Tue
we'll leave the pants at the studio

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Subject: blue pants


Author:
kate reid
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Date Posted: 07:12:59 06/30/09 Tue
We must have sadie's pants (sixe small?). How can I get them to you? We live in Madbury. We'll be at the studio again 7/14 but I can bring them to you

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Subject: Blue Murray shorts


Author:
Kathleen
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Date Posted: 05:10:11 06/30/09 Tue
Did someone pick up an extra pair of blue Murray shorts? Jeanmarie is missing a pair - they have a "J" on the back tag. (you thought only the little ones lost things!)

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Subject: found small murray pants


Author:
kate reid
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Date Posted: 19:47:12 06/29/09 Mon
somehow we have an extra pair of size small blue pants. Let me know if you are missing them! Sorry, must have picked them up by mistake...

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Subject: found ghillies at Murray Fest


Author:
Kathleen
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Date Posted: 21:48:38 06/28/09 Sun
I found a pair of Fays ghllies, size 5 (with the blue inner sole) in the hallway. I think it was after the 1st show. I will take them to the studio and place in the lost & found!! Maybe one of the adults?

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Subject: THANK YOU ANNIE AND ALL THE PARENTS FOR A GREAT DAY FOR THE DANCERS! I hope everyone had fun while getting some good performance experience! Thanks everyone for attending. See you in a couple of weeks!


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 19:39:21 06/28/09 Sun

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Subject: HAPPY NEWS!


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 18:22:15 06/27/09 Sat
A big Congratulations to Angela Conklin and Hannah Lewis for their wins today at the O'Keefe feis in CT. Angela got 1st in prelim U15, and Hannah got third in the same comp out of 19. A special congrats to Angela as this is her second first place---Welcome to Opens, Angela!!

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Subject: Small ghillies found in studio


Author:
Ms. Carol
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Date Posted: 16:36:35 06/27/09 Sat
I found a small pair of ghillies in the studio at the end of the day, today. Because Miss Anne and I figured the owner (who most likely had a class today) might need them for Murray Fest, I chose to bring them them with me rather than put them in the lost and found box. I will be at the Middle School before everthing gets rolling tomorrow, and will be working backstage all day...if you think these dance shoes might be yours, please look for me there. Thanks, Carol

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Subject: Caution Tape for Tomorrow


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 14:47:54 06/27/09 Sat
If anyone has any black/yellow caution tape-could you please bring tomorrow. Not sure we'll need it - but it might be good to have just in case.

Thank you!
Annie

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Subject: Murray Fest!!! Dress/Vest Contest etc..........


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 06:21:36 06/26/09 Fri
Hi Everyone

Please be sure to get your Dress/Vest entry submitted by 3pm on Sunday. The ones that we have are wonderful - but we need more to make it a contest!!

If you need a form, there are a few at the studio - or go to the Murray Fest Website....www.orgsites.com/nh/murrayfest

Also: There are still a few volunteer spots open. Please check it out and see if you can lend a hand. All volunteers get a free ticket!!
Just click on the link to sign up on the calendar.

http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/111-61762472868


Can't wait to see everyone there!!
Enjoy the sunshine
Annie

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Subject: Missing: Sadie Bucknam's Murray track pants


Author:
Jess & Sadie
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Date Posted: 14:43:40 06/23/09 Tue
Could anyone in the Monday Nov2/PW and 5pm Advanced beginner classes please check to see if they accidentally got Sadie's pants in their bag. Thanks so much. I will be at rehearsal tomorrow and MurrayFest on Sunday.

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Subject: Rehearsal Tomorrow


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 13:20:20 06/23/09 Tue
Just an FYI

Tickets will be available for purchase tomorrow at the Rehearsal.
Sandy and I will be right up front.

We'll be returning pre-ordered tickets and raffle tickets if you haven't already picked them up at the studio from the organizer. I'm going to retrieve them around 5 today - so don't panic if you see they're gone. We'll find you - no worries!!

We'll also have some samples of the Raffle Baskets (they're very nice!!) and maybe a sneak peek at the video since we'll all be so busy on Sunday!!

Any questions - feel free to email or ask when you see me. I'm the one running around in circles :)

Thank you!!
Annie

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Subject: Volunteers Still Needed!!


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 13:13:15 06/23/09 Tue
Hi Everyone

Thanks to all the people who've signed up to volunteer so far!! We couldn't do this without you!!

*We'll be sure you get a Volunteer ticket and if you've already paid - we'll figure it out.

We still need some help with the Children's Activities. Some of the older dancers either before or after you dance. - that would be very helpful!!

Kids will be attended by their parents (It's not babysitting - so no worries there!!)
Also - everything will be spelled out for each station.

Each child will receive an Activity Passport at the door.

There are 4 Activities on their passport - at each station the attendant will punch the card so we know if they've already completed an activitity. There's no charge for the activities, so you don't have to worry about money either - just having fun.

The Stations Are:

1. "Celtic Croks (I ran out of "Cs" for the sign) Ring Toss" - Just a simple game - with 3 inflatable Crocodiles named Rally, Ceili, and Ghillie - each child gets a few turns to get a ring around their noses - but don't fall into the swamp!!!

2a. "Shamrockin' Craft" - Easy Breezy - each child (with their parent's help can make a craft - there are a few choices.

2b. "Celtic Coloring" - Each child can choose 1 design to color - either a Celtic Knot design or a Ghillie Girl. (If you haven't seen the Ghillie Girls - they are adorable!! One is based on our own Champion, Kim Carney!~!

3. Temporary Tattoos (Can only put on after their show/picture!!) - simple as 1,2,3!!

4. "Where's Your Irish?" - A fair question since we're all claiming some roots!! This is an opportunity to introduce kids to a little bit of their heritage. There's a map/log where they can try to locate where their ancestors are from (if they know) and also some Word Search puzzles and a tip sheet and family tree page to get them delving into some genealogy and unlocking some family treasures!!

We also have a "Figure the Feet" contest - where people can try to match the feet to the dancers. It's a matching game. Of all the correct entries, the winner will get a pair of tye-died poodle socks!!

So please lend a hand. We'd really appreciate it!!

Just sign up on Volunteer Spot - just click on the link!!
http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/111-61762472868

Thank you!!
Annie

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Subject: Another great feis for Murray dancers!


Author:
Carol
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Date Posted: 18:14:52 06/21/09 Sun
Happy Father's Day to all you ID dads out there! Long day for some at the Greater Boston Teachers' feis, but well-worth it! Teams did well. Lots of good results for pre-beginners, beginners, advanced beginners, novice, and PW dancers. FeisWeb reports the following Prelim. and Open results for Murray dancers: PU9...Rachel M., first place!; Open U9 & 10...Clare M., 2nd place!: PU14...Molly F., fifth place!; PU15...Ceara S., 1st place! and Angela C., 2nd place! Wow! Nice job everyone...dancers, parents, and Miss Anne!

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Subject: LINK to Volunteer Spot


Author:
Annie Harris
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Date Posted: 16:36:17 06/19/09 Fri
VOLUNTEERS receive a FREE TICKET to the event. TO VOLUNTEER, follow the directions below.
Please click on the link below to volunteer for Murray Fest. This will take you to the volunteerspot.com website.

All you need to do is:

1. Enter your email address
2. Check your inbox for the link to take you to the sign up calendar (be sure to check your junk mail just in case it ends up there)
3. Once you are on the calendar - just read the descriptions and click on the task/shift you would like. You can always change it if needed.
4. The site will send you confirmation and a reminder as the day gets closer.

Any questions or trouble with the site - please email Annie at thatgrl@comcast.net

Thank you very much!!
Annie Harris


Here's the link - just cut and paste!!

http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/111-61762472868

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Subject: I am putting a pair of Violet's Faye's hardshoes size 13.5 in the used shoe bin if anyone is interested.


Author:
Kristen Sullivan
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Date Posted: 10:16:30 06/19/09 Fri

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Subject: I have a pair of Rutherford hard shoes size 2.5 for sale. Please contact me if you want to try them on.


Author:
miss molly
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Date Posted: 09:35:03 06/18/09 Thu

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Subject: MURRAY FEST UPDATE


Author:
Annie Harris
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Date Posted: 15:31:26 06/16/09 Tue
Hello Everyone

About a week and a half to go!!!!

Just some reminders and updates for you:

1. Ticket envelopes are due back June 17th (tomorrow)

Look on the studio door (shoe rack) for your returned tickets to pick up - they are alphabetical (or at least started that way!!))

**If you didn't pre-order tickets, you can get them at the door on the day of the event.

2. Raffle Basket Donation Envelopes:

If you haven't picked your dancer's up yet - you'll find it in the shoe rack on the studio door. For every $3 you donate - you'll receive 5 tickets - we'll continue to accept donations through the 24th.

**Your returned raffle tickets for your donation are also in the shoe rack in the tan envelopes with your dancer's name. BE SURE TO PUT YOUR NAME AND PHONE ON THE BACK OF EACH RAFFLE TICKET - before you put them in the raffle entry containers!!!

3. Schedule and Volunteers

Very shortly the schedule will be posted and also a link to volunteer the day of the festival.

4. Rehearsal

The Rehearsal will be on the 24th of June at CMS from 4-7pm.
They do not need to be in dresses or wigs.

**Also - please don't stress if Murray Fest will be the first time wearing a school dress or wig. There are plenty of people who can assist with adjustments. No worries!!

Everything is coming together - we'll have fabulous raffle prizes and the drawing for the ipod touch, Stars for Steppers (you can send messages backstage for the dancers), the kids will all get an Activity Passport - 4 different activities to complete during the day including a Shamrockin' Craft, and the Celtic Croc Ring Toss. We also have a "Figure the Feet" contest, the professional photographer will be there and we'll also be serving burgers and hot dogs so you don't have to worry about dinner!! It will be a fun day for sure!!! Thanks to all those who gave pictures (I'm all set now with over 1000 - it's turning into a Cecil B. DeMille production) and for the Starbursts too.

More soon.....Thanks everyone!!!
Annie

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Subject: wow! Heard great news about the feis today!


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 16:53:06 06/14/09 Sun
Angela 1st! Mary Kate and Colleen also have trophies! Maddie and Jeanmarie too!

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Subject: DESIGN Contest!!


Author:
Annie Harris
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Date Posted: 09:51:52 06/11/09 Thu
Hope all the dancers are busy working on their Dress/Vest design!!

Please be sure we have your entry No Later than 2pm on the day of the festival. Judging will take place later in the day - but we need to have them all displayed.

We realized that some people may not be arriving until later to dance depending on the schedule - so we'll also be accepting entries at the Rehearsal on the 24th at the Cooperative Middle School and by arrangement if you are not going to the festival, but would still like to enter.

Please be sure to write the Dancer's name on the back.
We are adding a few more age categories.
SO........please put their feis age on the back as well (Age as of 1/1/09).

We're also adding a fun contest called "Figure the Feet" - it's a matching game where people have to guess which feet belong to which dancer (it will be multiple choice - so everyone will stand a chance!!)

Thank you!!
Annie

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Subject: Raffle Basket Donation Envies


Author:
Annie Harris
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Date Posted: 06:08:06 06/09/09 Tue
Hello everyone

To help raise money for our dancers, we are happy to be offering 6 different Raffle Baskets this year at "Murray Fest". In order to put these together, we're asking for cash donations. We've already got people lined up to shop and assemble!!

At the studio - you will see a poster that explains the prizes and also a display that holds the envelopes. Just grab your dancer's envelope. The suggested donation is $3 and for every $3 you donate, you'll receive 5 tickets that you can use for the raffle on the day of the festival.

**Please return envelopes before the festival to the Cara Rince locker. Any checks would be made payable to "Cara Rince"

**If you won't be there - just tell me which prizes you'd like to try for and I'll put them in for you.

**You need not be present to win.

**The drawings will take place just prior to the last show.

Each class will be represented by a basket valued at $75-$100. It's an opportunity to explain what each level means to the general population. So there will be a sign for each ie...

Presented By: The Novices (A novice is.......)

You can find the descriptions of the baskets at the studio and also on the Murray Fest Website at

www.orgsites.com/nh/murrayfest

Please use this website to direct your friends and family to information.

You can also print out Design Contest entry forms from there as well.

Thank you!!!
Annie

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Subject: Beginner dress


Author:
Pam Blaisdell
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Date Posted: 16:46:15 06/09/09 Tue
It was about 3 weeks ago that Anne told me to take a beginner dress home with me for my daughter Haley...It did not have a contact number on it but she tld me that someone would be sure to contact her with a name and number that she cld forward to me..I still have not heard anything and either has Anne so please contact me if you left a dress in the studio and it is not there any longer...She also told me it would cost $80

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Subject: June 14 Irish Heritage Schedule, Saugus MA


Author:
Proud Murray People
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Date Posted: 10:41:52 06/09/09 Tue
http://www.bostonirishdance.com/doc/June-Feis-09.pdf

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Subject: More Congratulations!!!


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 15:16:57 06/07/09 Sun
Congrats to Cara Johnson who placed 6th and Maddie Muench who placed 11th in Open Championships 16 and over at Hartford today, with 21 competitors!! and to Kim for coming in 14th overall in her first Opens. Nice work Murray dancers!

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Subject: .Congratulations to Maddie 1st, Hannah 1st, Rachel 3rd and Molly 5th (in her 2nd Prelim feis). And also Amanda K. 3 firsts, Gillian K. several placements, and all the other Murray dancers yesterday at the Greene O'leary feis!


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Another great day for Murray!!!
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Date Posted: 07:05:59 06/07/09 Sun

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Subject: HANNAH!!!


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 06:38:36 06/07/09 Sun
WONDERFUL!!!! Congratulations!

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Subject: Cara Rince meeting 6/10 @ studio ALL welcome!


Author:
Kym
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Date Posted: 05:28:48 06/07/09 Sun
Cara Rince will be holding it's monthly meeting at the studio on 6/10 at 6:30pm. All are welcome! Bring questions, concerns and any great ideas. A festival volunteer meeting will follow.

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Subject: More Pictures Wanted


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 02:44:32 06/05/09 Fri
Hello All

I am in the process of putting together a DVD slideshow of Murray Dancer pictures. I have a bunch between myself and Kym Campfield, but I'm wondering what else is out there. I would love to add more to have a good sampling of all the different levels. They can be current or past.

The slideshow (in theory) will play in the Auditorium before we start the "Murray Fest" performances.

If people could send their favorite 5 - that would be great!!

Just email them to thatgrl@comcast.net


Thank you so much!!

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Subject: Way to go Hannah!!!!


Author:
Katie & Molly
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Date Posted: 05:34:05 06/07/09 Sun
Congratulations on your first place!!!! So happy for you, wish we could have been there to see it!! Big hugs to you and mom!!!

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Subject: STARBURST Candy Donations Requested


Author:
Annie Harris
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Date Posted: 11:45:08 05/31/09 Sun
Hello All!!

Seeking donations of of Starburst Candies (Original Flavors) for "STARS FOR STEPPERS". These will be available at Murray Fest - they are small bags of Starbursts tied up with ribbon and they have a tag attached for people to send messages to dancers.

In theater they call them "Cast Kisses" with chocolate - but that's out with the dresses and the heat!!!". It's a lot of fun and a fundraiser. We'll deliver them backstage throughout the day.

They seem to be least expensive at Walmart and also come in an economy size. I think that 15 regular bags - or the equivalent should do it!!

I'll label a locker tomorrow that they can be left in - please label with my name so they aren't mistaken for a snack!!

I'll be posting Murray Fest Info. later today

Thank you very much!!
Annie

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Subject: Greene O'Leary Feis


Author:
Kim Perkins
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Date Posted: 12:50:58 06/03/09 Wed
Has anyone seen the schedule for the feis this Saturday?

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Subject: FYI--Celtic Tribe at RiRa tonight


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 03:57:04 06/03/09 Wed
Celtic Tribe will be performing at RiRa's in Portsmouth on Wednesday, June 3, 8-11PM
Celtic Tribe is Ramona Connelly on fiddle, Kevin Sheehan on mandolin, Carol Coronis on cittern, Bill Zecker on bass and piano, and Chuck Coronis on drums.

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Subject: MURRAY FEST INFO


Author:
Annie Harris
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Date Posted: 19:12:19 05/31/09 Sun
Murray Fest is only 4 weeks away!!

Here's what you need to know!!

June 28th at the Cooperative Middle School (CMS) in Stratham
1pm - 5pm - Doors will open at 12:30pm.

There will be several shows throughout the day, live music by Celtic Tribe, food, raffles - fun!!

DRESS REHEARSAL: Wed. June 24th at CMS - 4-7pm - schedule will follow. This will help get the kids used to the stage and it's always fun to watch!!


* Ticket order envelopes will go up Monday night (6/1).

....there will also be a form to add a personal message to your dancer(s) in the Festival Program.

* There are 2 websites for info.

www.orgsites.com/nh/cararince (specific to Murray Families) - the Murray Fest page link is on the right.

www.orgsites.com/nh/murrayfest (for anyone - families/general public etc)


*Design Contest

In the studio (Monday night) and on the Murray Fest website (posted) - there are entry forms for everyone to design Irish Dance garments (Dress/Vest). Kids - adults - you don't have to be a dancer. Just bring entries to the festival.

*Program Ads - if you have a business and would like to advertise in the program - please email me for details.

*Raffle Baskets - Info. to follow shortly!!!!

*Volunteers

We're going to need a bunch of volunteers to help make this a success. Murray families always come through!!
As soon as the performance schedule is settled - I'll send out a link to where you can sign up for a shift - this way you'll know how to navigate around their stage time(s)!!

We're expecting about 600 in attendance - it will be fun and fabulous!!! There's over 100 dancers signed up!!

Cathy Brown will be there taking professional pictures - it's great opportunity to get a picture in full dress - without a cafeteria as a backdrop!!! All my pictures have bleachers or cinder blocks in them :)

That's it for now. It's going to be a blast!!

Any questions just call or email!!
Thanks!!
Annie

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Subject: Congratulations to placers at the CT and NY feisanna this weekend!!


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 12:02:54 06/01/09 Mon
Great job to the Murray champ dancers for placing at the Lynn Feis in Stamford, CT this weekend--Molly Makem -6th, MaryKate Chaney--6th, Angela Conklin--10th, Clare MacRitchie-4th and to Molly again for placing in NY--6th! Stiff competition, so nice to be recognized!

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Subject: Is the syllabus out yet for the Maine state feis? I've heard it's been floating around out there and I'd love a copy.


Author:
Kristen Sullivan
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Date Posted: 08:43:56 05/27/09 Wed

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Subject: Congrats KIM Carney!!!! OPEN go get 'em


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 18:56:56 05/23/09 Sat

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Subject: Bus Trip


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 21:34:44 05/13/09 Wed
Hi everybody! We need a parent volunteer who would be willing to contact charter bus companies and plan for/coordinate a Murray "field trip" to the feis on Aug. 8 in Worcester, MA. If you think you might be interested, or if you want more info., please let me know! Thanks, Anne

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Subject: WOW!!!


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More Proud Murray People!!
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Date Posted: 12:22:00 05/24/09 Sun
It was so great to see so many Murray dresses yesterday!! Congratulations to all the dancers. It's so difficult to see everyone dance at a Feis. We can't wait to see everyone at Murray Fest - we'll get to see the whole spectrum. Miss Anne and all the Murray teachers rock - you are all so dedicated and it has really paid off!!! You should all be proud!!

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Subject: Did I read the Message boards correctly???


Author:
Claire and Katie
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Date Posted: 19:13:17 05/23/09 Sat
Ceara 1st and Angela 2nd in PU15!! HUGE congrats to both of you....you are such cheerleaders for our girls, we are happy to be your Cheerleader. Great results for very hard working and deserving young ladies!

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Subject: Congrats!!!


Author:
The Grennon/Chaney Family
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Date Posted: 07:48:29 05/24/09 Sun
Congratulations Ceara, Kim C, Angela and Hannah L for doing so well at the feis yesterday!!!! you have all worked so hard and you deserve it!! and congrats to everyone else who danced at the feis yesterday we are sure that everybody did awesome!! we wish we could have been there to see all of you!!!

we love you guys!!<3<3<3

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Subject: Congrats to Anne!


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 19:26:19 05/23/09 Sat
What an amazing job she does with all of our dancers. Long hours, late night emails Thank you for all your hard work!

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Subject: Congratulations to everyone who attended the NH State Feis today! Murray was EVERYWHERE!


Author:
Proud Murray People
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Date Posted: 15:30:01 05/23/09 Sat

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Subject: Congrats to Molly F. for 2 more firsts this weekend at Putnam Valley Feis; including that last long awaited SJ first. Good luck in your first Prelim. feis this weekend!!!


Author:
Molly fan
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Date Posted: 05:03:44 05/19/09 Tue

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Subject: I can't live without my ipod Touch


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 06:01:43 05/22/09 Fri
I know that there is a raffle going on for an iPod touch to help support the dancers going to Nationals to represent MIDA. I'm not sure if everyone knows how awesome the iTouch actually is. I happen to own a 16GB and I can't live without it!!! It's the most amazing piece of technology.

In addition to holding an entire library of music, I can access the internet and email anywhere there is WiFi. When on the internet you can stretch and shrink the pages with your fingers - it's like magic!! It holds all my pictures and the screen must be Hi-Def - it's amazing quality!! I download TV shows/movies from iTunes and watch them while I'm waiting around (don't we all do a lot of waiting!!).

The coolest thing now is the Applications you can download. You've probably seen the commercials "There's an App for that". The games are my favorite - but I can also track packages, have an instant link to my Facebook and Twitter pages, get the most up-to-date movie info - all at the touch of an icon. You can even turn it into a "level" to help hang a picture. I am constantly amazed at what they come up with!!

It's extremely easy to use. It's the "Swiss Army Knife" of electronics. I would love to have the iPhone - but I'm tied into Verizon - so for now, I am very happy to have the iTouch - everyone should have one!!!

From the sign at the studio - I think you contact Miss Anne to get a ticket for the raffle.

What a great Father's Day gift it would make. My Dad takes his to the mall - it keeps him entertained while my mother goes shopping.

I don't work for Apple and don't have a dancer going to Nationals - I just absolutely LOVE this product!!!

Enjoy the Beautiful weekend!!

Annie Harris (Aubrey's Mom)

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Subject: I just took a quick peek at summer classes


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 18:24:16 05/18/09 Mon
Instead of me emailing Anne I thought I would ask here first. I saw two champ classes I and II. wasn't sure if that was open/ prelim or older/ younger or????? so I did not register yet. If anyone has already asked Anne please post here.

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Subject: Feis Nova Scotia


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Anne M M
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Date Posted: 10:53:52 05/18/09 Mon
FYI: Sounds like a fun time! Pat King, Maureen Greene-O'Leary and Michael Fitzpatrick will be there.

Dear Anne,
Hi, I'm John Sulllivan, Chair of Feis Nova Scotia . I was hoping that you could let all your Irish Dance students know that Feis Nova Scotia (www.feisnovascotia.com) is open for registration at eFeis (www.efeis.com). Halifax is a mere 10 hours from New Hampshire and we run a small Feis (<200 dancers) and it's a lot of fun. We travel to New England regularly (doing Greene O'Leary & Hartford Feis in a few weeks) and it's not that far to travel to compete. The whole Stanford school from Fredericton is coming (5 hours away). We'd love to see some Murray Dance Academy at Feis Nova Scotia this year. July 18 is the first weekend of the Tall Ships Festival and we have an air-conditioned facility this year.
Feel free to ask me any questions, we'll help your logistics any way we can. Another bonus is that Anne Murray is already very famous here in Nova Scotia!
Cheers,
John Sullivan

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Subject: Question!


Author:
Izzy E.
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Date Posted: 17:00:52 05/17/09 Sun
Hey, I need to know when ceili camp is going to be, so if anyone has any idea please let me know! I also need the feis schedule and if anyone has it or knows where I could find it that would be great! Thanks so much!

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Subject: Hard Shoes


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Dawn Mazur
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Date Posted: 09:25:46 05/15/09 Fri
Hello Everyone,
I am looking to buy a pair (or 3) of hard shoes in size 13 0r 13 1/2. Not sure what size they will need, but they have outgrown their 12 1/2. I have 3 girls all of which are needing new ones. If anyone has any that they are looking to sell, please let me know and we can meet up to try them on. Thanks so much!
Dawn

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Subject: Relay for Life


Author:
Miss Molly
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Date Posted: 11:54:35 05/14/09 Thu
Hi everyone, I talked to Anne awhile back and she said it was alright to form a team for this years relay in Portsmouth on June 6th. There is a poster hanging in the studio. If you would like to be part of this then please sign up :-)

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Subject: NH STATE FEIS SCHEDULE


Author:
Proud Murray People
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Date Posted: 15:14:58 05/13/09 Wed
http://www.bostonirishdance.com/doc/new-hampshire-feis-9.pdf

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Subject: Cape Cod Feis Results


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 07:10:42 05/12/09 Tue
Hi all--wanted to congratulate all our dancers on their great showing at the Cape...from our advanced beginners who placed well in some very big comps, to the fantastic results of our Novices and Prizewinners, to the championship dancers who danced on Sunday...CONGRATS To Ceara Sweetser, 2nd (out of 25!), Clare MacRitchie-2nd, Kim Carney-3rd, Angela Conklin-9th, Mary Kate Chaney-10th. Great job to these girls and all who danced!

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Subject: Happy Mother's Day to all the Murray Moms!!


Author:
<3
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Date Posted: 08:37:37 05/10/09 Sun

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Subject: Murray Rocks!


Author:
Kym & Ella
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Date Posted: 16:01:13 05/09/09 Sat
OK...The Murray dancers killed it today! The PW U9 girls were so crazy good and Sadie took so many 1st place medals I was worried about how she was going to walk around. Ella and I are so proud to be from this school.

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Subject: Ann Marie (Larkin) Ford fundraiser


Author:
Kym Campfield
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Date Posted: 07:04:44 05/07/09 Thu
Ann Marie (Larkin) Ford
1964-2008

Hey-I know it's late notice, but we were hoping to raise a little money for Ed Irwins cause. Read below and follow your heart. We will have a locker set-up for cash donations (and or) if you would like to buy a dress raffle ticket, we could purchase it for you while we are at the Cape this weekend.


March 17, 2009
Dear Dancers, Parents, Fellow Teachers /Adjudicators and
Friends of Irish Dancing:

Moments after Mothers day ended this past May, we
lost one of the best friends you could ever have:
ANN MARIE (LARKIN) FORD
She was a devoted mother of Brendan and Ashley;
beloved wife to Bobby; loving
daughter and sister; and friend to thousands
who had the privilege of meeting (in her
own words) “the prettiest girl in Dorchester”.
Ann Marie was probably born dancing.
Her joy in performing and meeting new friends all
over the world has been passed on
to her daughter, Ashley, a dancer with the Smith-Houlihan Academy.
To honor Ann Marie and to thank her for the kindness and
support she gave to so many people during her short life, her
family and friends are planning a special event
to support Ann’s children's continuing education.

*We are having a Dress of Your Dreams raffle ($10 per ticket). Simply
pick your de- sired designer and the committee will send
you the value of your dress, up to the amount of $2,600 U.S.


THANKS FOR YOUR TIME EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!

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Subject: ATTN: Dancers Going to Cape Cod Feis


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Anne M M
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Date Posted: 06:48:08 05/04/09 Mon
I have the competitor numbers for the Cape Cod Feis...don't let me forget to hand them out!

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Subject: Gray Feis!


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 17:11:23 05/03/09 Sun
Congratulations Clare! 4th today!

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Subject: Congrats to Molly


Author:
Diane & Ceara
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Date Posted: 16:09:30 05/02/09 Sat
Molly Received perfect socres today winning 1st place the opens! Maddie won a medal for one of her rounds today, really difficult competition. I know a few others: Erin K. 1st in Trad Set!, Kate B. 1st hormpipe. I saw Ella at the end of the day and I know she told me she won a bunch but I don't remember, Please sahre to good news we love to cheer for everyone.

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Subject: Lost Hard Shoes


Author:
Kym Campfield
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Date Posted: 18:59:24 04/30/09 Thu
Ella's hard shoes have gone missing. They are Fayes size 1 1/2 and have her initials inside both. We need them for this weekend so PLEASE contact me asap if you have them. Thank you 770-7026

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Subject: OPEN STUDIO


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Anne M M
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Date Posted: 11:33:56 05/01/09 Fri
Open Studio will not be held today. Next one will be on SUNDAY, May 16 at 1:00 for Pre-Beg. and Beginners and 1:45 for Adv. Beg. and Novice. Thanks!

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Subject: Cape Cod Feis Schedule Posted


Author:
barb henricks
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Date Posted: 13:55:49 04/30/09 Thu
Cape Cod Feis Schedule available at:

nhttp://www.heaveyquinnirishdance.com/events.html

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Subject: June Feisanna


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 10:33:59 04/30/09 Thu
Hi all, sign-up sheets are up at the studio for Greene-O'Leary, Irish Heritage/Saugus, and Boston Teachers feisanna so I know who will be going to which feis in JUNE. Saugus has 3 hands and Boston Teachers has 3's and 4's---FYI. If you are a team dancer and want to do teams at these feisanna, let's get the dancers' names up so we can put the teams together. Thanks!

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Subject: June 14 Feis


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 13:20:32 04/29/09 Wed
bostonirishdance.com for feis registration forms it will print on TEN pages so ONLY select the pages you want printed. Deadline May 15

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Subject: May 2 Bremer Feis Schedule


Author:
barb henricks
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Date Posted: 05:27:34 04/30/09 Thu
For those who don't have it yet, the Bremer Schedule for May 2. Thanks Jess and Anne!

http://www.voy.com/16851/82768.html

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Subject: WOW!!!


Author:
Diane & Ceara
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Date Posted: 15:58:47 04/25/09 Sat
Congratulations to Hannah and Maddie!!!
Hannah was 5th our of 34 dancers in prelim!
Maddie was 10th out of23 in opens!!
Wea re soooo Happy for you both!

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Subject: No Classes


Author:
Anne MM
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Date Posted: 11:24:58 04/22/09 Wed
reminder - The studio is closed today through Saturday for vacation week - adult class, Friday pre-beginner, and Saturday Champs will be held as make-ups.

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Subject: Missing Payment


Author:
Kim Perkins
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Date Posted: 08:09:36 04/22/09 Wed
I had left my daughter's soft shoes in the bin to sell and about a month ago someone called and said they wanted to buy them and they would leave me a check at the studio. I totally forgot about it until the other day- and I haven't see a check at the studio. I bet whoever it was forgot just like me (I am sorry I don't remember your name). Anyway, if you could please leave the check at the studio, when you get a chance ($15.00) it would be appreciated! Thank you! Any questions my number is 603-944-2149.

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Subject: Murray Jacket Missing - Monday


Author:
Melanie Faulkner
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Date Posted: 15:50:13 04/20/09 Mon
Olivia's Murray warm up jacket was taken from the studio today (Monday 4/20). She attends the 5:00 class. I think someone from the earlier class may have picked it up accidently. The initials O.F. are on the inside tag. She also had two medals from the Feis yesterday in the pocket. Could you please check you jackets and let me know if you have it. Thank you. Melanie Faulkner

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Subject: Congrats


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 17:46:08 04/19/09 Sun
I tried to post good luck to everyone this morning but I guess it was a little too early my thoughts and words did not work together.....

So Congrats to
Clare who had 3rd in OPENS today
Collen with 4th in her prelims today
and Ceara who had 3rd.
Please share all the good news.

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Subject: Numbers for Today


Author:
Anie
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Date Posted: 04:43:21 04/19/09 Sun
Did Anne give out the numbers for No. Attleboro?

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Subject: Good Luck to everyone who is feising today! Please post here so we can give celebrate everyone's hard work.


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 04:10:20 04/19/09 Sun

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Subject: School Vacation


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 20:11:44 04/13/09 Mon
Hi all,
what towns have school vacation next week? I know Exeter is the following week....

Thanks, Anne

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Subject: Seacoast Irish Cultural Assoc. (SICA) Bulletin from Maureen Collopy


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Anne M M
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Date Posted: 19:13:07 04/12/09 Sun
Hello,

We will be hosting our spring concert, pot luck supper and ceili on April 18 at the Dover Elks, 282 Durham Road, Route 108, Dover and are extremely pleased to have both Eamon Coyne and Dave Surette as our featured performers. They will be leading a musicians workshop from 3-4:30PM for fiddle and accompaniment. The pot luck supper will begin at 6PM followed by a concert at 7PM and ending with the ceili. see attached flyers.
Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Thank you.
Maureen

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Subject: We love you Cara!!!


Author:
Ceara and Diane
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Date Posted: 16:33:52 04/10/09 Fri
Although Cara didn't recall, we are very proud of how she danced, we heard she did very well. We all know that Cara is still a fabulous dancer!!! We love you Cara!!!

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Subject: Feis Schedule on Cara Rince Site


Author:
Annie
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Date Posted: 11:39:40 04/12/09 Sun
The Hansen Keohane Feis Schedule can be found on
the Cara Rince Site on the Feis Updates page.

www.orgsites.com/nh/cararince

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Subject: Michael Flatley at worlds


Author:
Miss Molly
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Date Posted: 08:41:31 04/12/09 Sun
Here's a news link about him at worlds. Check out around 2:40 or a little earlier into the video (you can see Miss Molly dancing)

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Subject: Worlds Update


Author:
Anne M M
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Date Posted: 19:37:32 04/11/09 Sat
I am so proud of Molly and Cara...they represented all of us so well for their/our first Worlds, in our school's fourth year. Also, just heard that Byron's senior girls choreography just won first place out of 24 entered teams!!! Glad to have Byron and Edward on our team...get ready for Monday girls! Can't wait for the workshop.

HAPPY EASTER everyone!

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Subject: Molly called: she said Cara danced very well! no recall news yet


Author:
Diane
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Date Posted: 14:40:17 04/10/09 Fri

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