Sandpipers Parade
February 2012
Happy Valentine Dance
Saturday, February 11
Carlsbad Senior Center
6:45PM
Vic Kaaria
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Shuana Kaaria
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PRESIDENTS' MESSAGE
Take A Peek…!
I think we had been dancing for several years before it dawned on us that when the caller said “Take a peek…and trade the wave” it wasn't just one of those conventions callers use to make things more fun - where everybody leans forward and gives a playful wink or nod to their counterpart down the wave. Actually, if you take a peek and spot the person facing the same way you are in the wave, you know where you are supposed to be when you complete the maneuver.
The same is true in our busy lives. Sometimes it helps to “take a peek” and make a note of what is coming up. We introduced our new hospitality procedure last month (with great success). Every club member has been asked to take on one hosting task at one dance during the year. If you are not going to be able to fulfill your assignment, you are asked to trade with someone else. Your turn may not be due for several months, but we'd ask you to take a peek now, and see if you have any known conflicts, such as a planned vacation, wedding, etc. If you do, now is a good time to line up a replacement. If not, please pencil your assigned date on your calendar while you are thinking of it, so you won't be caught by surprise if something comes up later in the year. And while you are at it, at the next dance you attend “take a peek” at what your counterparts (greeters, hosts or sweepers) are doing so you will have an idea of what will be expected when your turn comes.
Another date we'd like you take a peek at is April 14, 2012 the date of our 39th Anniversary Dance. This is usually our biggest (best attended) dance of the year, with many guests from other clubs in the area, as well as many of our past Presidents and former members in attendance. We'd love to have every Sandpiper who can make it at this dance to celebrate our history and help welcome and share a square with our many visitors.
Also in April, the Sandpipers will host the PSDA student-level dance on April 15, 2012 (all of the clubs rotate hosting the PSDA dances). Those attending are asked to come help set up at 6:00 PM for the 6:30 PM dance, bring a snack to share, and stay to help put away tables and chairs at the end (8:45 PM).
There are many other things coming up during the year, and we will keep you informed, hopefully with plenty of lead time, but most of all, we hope you find time to dance.
See you in a square!
Larry & Nancy Anderson
SANDPIPER JANUARY 2012 FLOWER POWER DANCE
Greeters Kathy Knight and Linda Perry provided the perfect mix of 60's costumes and bubbly personalities to set the tone for our Flower Power dance on January 14, and caller Cliff Simpson, as usual, made the evening a blast for all attending. Our new hospitality procedure worked out great. Most Sandpipers whose last name falls in the first half of the alphabet remembered to bring a snack to share, and the variety was wonderful, with plenty of snacks for all attendees. Some of the people with assigned tasks who couldn't attend had switched with others, and all went well. Many thanks to hosts Elizabeth Allen and Don Mohr and to Frank and Nanette Caldararo who helped make clean-up take place in record time!
HAWAII 47TH STATE SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE CONVENTION
By Richard Anderson
A dozen San Diegans flew to Oahu, Hawaii to attend the Hawaii 47th Square and Round Dance Convention. We enjoyed round dancing with San Diego cuers Bill and Linda Maisch. The weather was beautiful in the low 80's. We square danced to caller Hunter Keller along with the Speerys and Dibbles. There were international visitors from Australia, Japan, Canada and many states. We Hula danced with the local Hawaiians. Local square dance clubs provided great snacks and delightful hospitality. There was lots of dancing on what is arguably the best wooden dance floor in the world. We visited the Pearl Harbor Memorial and Naval Air Station; churches from the 1820's; museums; the most exciting beaches; scenic open spaces and bargain shopping. Many others have pictures of Hawaii to share. Hope to see you all there next year. Happy dancing, Richard Anderson
SUNSHINE
By Dot Omens
Card and call for Karion Fitzpatrick, briefly hospitalized with bladder infection.
Card and call for Vince Pileggi, undergoing chemotherapy.
FEBRUARY 2012 GAME NIGHT
Game Night is back! The first Game Night of the year will be held on Monday, February, 6, 2012, at 7 PM at the home of Chuck and Joan Ades, 1041 Passiflora Place, Encinitas, CA 92024. Please call Chuck or Joan at 760-753-6822 to confirm that you will attend. Chuck is coordinating the Game Night Schedule for 2012. Please contact Chuck if you want to host a Game Night. Game Nights are held on the first Monday of the month.
JANUARY 2012 BOARD MEETING
SANDPIPER SQUARE DANCE CLASS NEWS
By 2nd Vice-president/Class Manager Debby Gaarde
We have 11 students in class, and I think most of them will stick with it until graduation. They are starting to go to Student Dances, which is always exciting and inspirational. The student dances are basically the 2nd and 4th Sundays, in Escondido. We are going to add a “Student” section to the website which lists the classes and Student Dances. Please try to attend the dances so we can bring our students along in a comfortable and friendly setting. We are also putting pictures of the Students and Angels on our Photo Bucket site. The more the students see that we are a Club, the easier it will be for them to join our Club.
A great big Thank You goes out to all the Angels who show up every week to help the students. It makes a huge difference! Also, I want to recognize George Bramblett and his assistant Penny for faithfully providing snacks and drinks for the class. They are always there early to set up, and stay late to clean up. We are so lucky to have such modest and hard workers. Thank you for your tireless efforts.
VISITATIONS
February 12 - PSDA Student Level Dance, Ray Holmes calling, 6:30-8:45 PM, American Legion Hall, 230 E. Park Avenue, 92025.
February 18 - Sweethearts Ball (San Diego Square Dance Association Roundup), Mike Seastrom calling, Radka Sandeman cueing, alternating mainstream / plus tips. Pre-rounds 7:00 PM, Squares 7:30 PM. Recital Hall, Balboa Park, off Park Blvd & Presidents Way.
February 24 - Whirlaways - Jerry Jestin calling, Rey Garza Cueing. Pre-rounds 7:30 PM, Squares 8-10:30 PM, The Barn, 1950 Sycamore Drive, San Marcos.
CLUB DANCES
February 11 - Valentine's Day - Vick Kaaria calling, Shauna Kaaria cueing. Carlsbad Sr. Center.
Refreshments: Holt thru Ziegler.
Greeters: Chuck & Joan Ades.
Hosts: Donna Arnicar & Beth Abramson.
Sweepers: Adrienne Cooper & Richard Anderson
March 10 - St. Patrick's Day - Andy Allemao calling, Rey Garza cueing. St. James Parish Hall.
Refreshments: Abramson thru Hausmann.
Greeters: Barb & Leo Benavidez.
Hosts: Lucille Brown & Betty Lou Sanderson.
Sweepers: Marlene & Jim Carter.
BOARD MEETING
The next Board meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Monday, February 20, 2012 at the home of Bob and Karen Dorney, 1278 Santa Luisa Dr., Solana Beach, 92075. All club members are welcome to attend Board meetings; please RSVP to the Dorneys at 858-481-8411.
PSDA REPORT
By PSDA Rep Peter Ziegler
PSDA Meeting Summary December 2011 and January 2012
Other Clubs:
Oceanwavers: Classes continue with 4-5 squares. December graduation with 7 students. New classes begin February 2, will teach round dance between square dance tips.
Whirlaways: Class graduated with 19 in December, including 10 in phase II. New classes begin Jan 30. First class free.
Wranglers: 17 students, Jan. & Feb. dances will alternate main stream and plus. January 20 will have a class level dance.
VC Promenaders: Asked for more visitors to come to their renovated hall for dances.
Dancing Shadows: Held dance on Nov. 20 and their Inaugural Ball was on Jan 15. They do not give lessons. They had 27 dancers at their January 1st party.
Sandpipers to Host PSDA Sunday dances April 15 and October 14
Includes:
Arrive early to set up tables and chairs
Provide water and coffee
Provide light refreshments
At end of dance return tables and chairs to storage
Set up at 6 PM for 6:30 dance. Hall is open earlier.
PSDA 2012 Dances: January 28 Bronc Wise calling
March 31
April 15
May 20
September 29
Sandpipers Planner February 2012
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Square Dance Class 7-9 PM
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Game Nite @ the Ades'7 PM
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Square Dance Class 7-9 PM
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Sandpiper Valentine's Dance 6:45 PM Carlsbad Senior Ctr Kaaria/Kaaria
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PSDA Student Level Dance, American Legion Hall, Escondido 6:30 PM
Marlene Carter
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Happy Valentine's Day
Bob & Elaine Lonnegren
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Square Dance Class 7-9 PM
ECC
Dede Noble
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Visitation
SDSDA Sweethearts Ball Balboa Park 7PM
Seastrom calling
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Board Mtg @ the Dorney's
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Square Dance Class 7-9 PM
ECC
Andrea Johnston
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Whirlaways Mardi Gras 7 PM, the Barn Jestin/Garza
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