What happened at Northside this week?
2019
5th December 2019
What a way to end 2019. It was hot as Hades but a really enjoyable night. 52 dancers in the hall. Visitors from all over Brisbane - Gumdale, Allemanders, Bribie, EZ squares. The maximum we had on the floor was 4 squares. I think that was mostly due to the heat and it does get a little squeasy in our hall. Great to have Yvonne & Phil back with us. Non dancing visitors Carole Brown, and Lorna Warburton, haven't seen them in a hall for a while. Good to hear Jim has had some good medical news. Callers Galore - Elaine Davis , David Pearce, Margaret Baines and Me too. We dedicated the night to our good friend Graham Lawson who passed yesterday. I know Graham would have wanted us to enjoy the night. Jim & Faith both missed out on picking the Joker, it will start at $55 in the New Year. Sharyn won the chocolate. I lost track of how many, and who won the multitude of raffle prizes. As it was a free night, everybody supported the raffle very well. Profits from the night will be donated to the Salvos Christmas appeal. The dancers got together and organised a card (signed by all) and a very significant cash gift, very generous of you all.
And finally, 2019 has been a very successful year for our club. Thank you to all the Dancers & Visitors who have consistently come along during the year. The "More" has certainly made "The Merrier" this year.
So glad you are enjoying what I'm able to present on stage and really glad you obviously all enjoy each others company each week. See pics HERE
4th December 2019
Graham Lawson lost his battle with cancer. No more pain or worries mate!!
28th November 2019
Yes, it's nearly Summer, quite a warm one last night. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream.
There were 26 dancers in the hall. Did quite a number of Requests - and some of the Random picks were fairly old and I hadn't done them in a while. Viv missed picking the Joker, it jackpots to $50 for next week.
Carole Ball won the Kit Kat block. All the club members are looking forward to our big Christmas Party/ Break Up next week. Everyone is welcome - Christmas dress, please bring a plate and there is our usual big raffle.
21st November 2019
Oh what a Night!!! (great name for a song). 3 squares for Plus and mostly 4 for Mainstream. 39 dancers in the hall for a fabulous fun night of dancing. Our numbers were boosted by an impromptu mass visit from Gumdale Grandsliders & Allan's Allemanders - great to have them all with us. Many said they'll likely to come to our Christmas dance. Elsa missed out on picking the Joker and Di won the Kit Kat block.
Did quite a few requests and random pick songs. The hall was buzzing the entire night, so much so, that people were still chatting 15 minutes after we finished. 2 weeks until our 2019 Finale and Christmas dance. Wear your favourite Christmas outfit and please bring a Plate. There will be a raffle.
15th November 2019
Had a wonderful night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. There were 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick parade. Lawrie missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.Did quite a few requested Singing Calls. It is lovely to the dancers singing along to many of the songs. Only 3 more nights of dancing this year. Our Christmas breakup is the 5th December, all are welcome. Please bring a plate. To finish this week, one of our long time dancers is having dire health concerns.
I know you all join me is sending Graham our best wishes.
7th November 2019
While hot, it was a fabulous night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick or injured list, we hope they are doing well and will be back soon. Many thanks for the birthday wishes - Arthur was with us last night, we share a birthday. Thanks to Margaret for gathering everybody for a rendition of the traditional "Happy Birthday" song. I did my 2 newly released songs as well as a few requests, other new tunes and random selections. Arthur missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $35 next week. Viv won the chocolate. Many Northsiders will be attending the Society Christmas party on Saturday.
31st October 2019
Some nights just click and this was one of them. 3 squares early for Plus and 3 squares mostly for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. As it was actually Halloween, I did mostly themed Singing Calls & Hoedowns.
The exception was my 2 new Singing Calls that I'm getting ready to record for release and the last bracket was 3 requested Singing Calls. Apologies from a number of dancers, there is an extensive sick parade, they all seem to be on the mend though. Goody missed out on picking the Joker and Joan won the chocolate.
Next weekend is the Society Christmas party, get out the Christmas outfits, dust off the tinsel.
24th October 2019
As expected, numbers were a little down last night, but not a lot. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. There were 24 dancers in the hall, but we only danced 3 squares the once.
Dancers are preparing for the Shindig this weekend.
I did a couple of new songs which I'll be recording vocals for - Denim or Lace (Marty Rhone) & It doesn't matter Anymore (Buddy Holly).
Martin came along last night, just out of hospital after his recent heart issues, not dancing though.
Some other illness news, we now have Phil (Yvonne) in hospital with heart issues.
Great to have Helen from Toowomba and Diane from Maryborough with us for the evening.
Helen missed out picking the Joker and John (Liz) won the chocolate.
Bill finally got his chocolate from a couple of weeks ago.
Finished the night with a couple of Singing Call requests.
17th October 2019
I was pleasantly surprised by numbers last night.
The storms rolled in about 5pm, which is usually not a good sign. We started with 2 squares for Plus and occasionally danced 3 squares for Mainstream. 26 dancers in the hall.
While it was quite hot and humid, it was a really good night.
Played with boys leading Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave.
Did a couple of new songs and a few requests and random picks.
Annette missed picking the Joker, so it jackpots. Di won the chocolate.
We finished 10 minutes early due to the heat.
10th October 2019
Fabulous night at Northside last night. 3 squares for Plus and 3 most of the night for Mainstream.
There were 33 dancers in the hall, we did dance 4 squares for 1 bracket (see picture)
Great to have Margaret Baines with us and also great to have David Pearce giving us a call.
Chris Holmes missed picking the Joker and Bill won the chocolate (though he forgot to take it home).
Finished the night with a 3 number request bracket.
3rd October 2019
Really good night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream.
There were 24 dancers in the hall and we did dance 3 squares just the once.
Being school holidays, there are a few away on baby sitting duties.
Played a little with Girls leading Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave.
The new Joker draw now jackpots by $5 a week.
Mayet missed picking the Joker and Faith won the chocolate.
Did a few requests as well.
26th September 2019
Well, numbers a little on the low side last night. 19 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. Many on the Sick Parade and others on Baby Sitting duties, etc., etc. Still we had a fun night. Great to have Patricia, Lawrie, Ray & Goody back on deck. Did quite a few new songs and some requests. Finally, the Joker draw went off - $64 went to Faith Pearce, she picked one of the Jokers from the 22 remaining cards. We start again, but at $5 jackpot each week now. Patricia won the chocolate. See you all at the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up on Saturday.
19th September 2019
We had a great night at Northside last night. Quite a few away for various reasons, medical and other.
Still 24 dancers on the floor. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for all of Mainstream.
Did a few requests and ramdom picks. Graham missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.
Only a week or so until the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up in Kallangur on the 29th, see you there.
12th September 2019
We had a really fun night at Northside tonight. Numbers down a little. Many that I was expecting to be there weren't. Still, we had 22 dancers in the hall. I did a few requests and a couple of new songs. Margaret H. missed out picking the Joker, $62.00 next week. Liz won the chocolate, John seemed pretty happy about, can't figure out why. Here's hoping everyone is back next week.
5th September 2019
***No Dancing*** 5th September (State Convention in Rockhampton)
29th August 2019
Well, the numbers a little down tonight. 19 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares all night for Plus & Mainstream. Tried a few new songs and a few oldies. Everyone seemed to have a good time. Barry Pennington missed out on the Joker draw, it jackpots to $60 the week after next (no dancing next week , 5th September) and Mayet won the chocolate. Jim Endres is doing very well apparently, he had a Triple Heart By-pass on Wednesday. Sharon seemed very upbeat, said he looks 10 years younger. See you all at the State Convention or back on Thusday the 12th September, here at Zillmere.
22nd August 2019
Thought the wind was gonna blow us away but it calmed down in time for dancing. 3 squares for Plus and most of Mainstream. 34 dancers in the hall but we didn't manage 4 squares. Tried a few songs that I hadn't done for a while, most went well but I missed with one. Jim missed out on picking the Joker, $58 next week. Ray walked in a little late but still snagged the chocolate. Remember we are dancing next week but not the week after (5th September)
15th August 2019
Magic night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. Well over a square away for various reasons, holidays, illness etc. Good to have Sue Ettles with us last night . It was lovely to have Helen Hawkey from Toowoomba with us as well. Great to have Susan Young back on the dance floor after her foot operation. I did quite a few of my new Hoedown tunes and quite a few Singing call requests, amongst them - Rhinestone Cowboy & Louisiana Man. Ron missed picking the Joker, it jackpots next week to $56. Annette won the chocolate. It's a few weeks to go, but don't forget, no dancing on the 5th September, due to the State Convention in Rockhampton.
8th August 2019
Northside was rocking last night, another bunch of happy dancers. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 29 Dancers through the door. Sue Young is attending again, even though she can't yet dance. Really good to have Robyn back after her eye operations. Good to have Bill & Joan back after illness.
Quite a few apologies due to various illnesses. Therese missed picking the Joker and Carole won the chocolate. Did quite a few songs that were right at the back of the "Record Box". Finished the night with a Johnny Cash classic - Boy named Sue.
1st August 2019
Another great night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream, tapering off to 2 in the latter part of the Evening. 31 dancers in the hall. We had a couple of visitors last night, good to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale with us, Gloria was with us again too. Lovely to look down and see everybody happy and smiling and chatting away. Shirley missed picking the Joker ($50) and Di won the chocolate. A number of dancers stopped me to tell me what a great club this is, and I have to agree. Did a few requests and 1 new song, Jeans On (David Dundas). It's a song I released on the Shindig Label, but this is a new version on Rhythm Records.
25th July 2019
Quite a night at Northside. Apologies coming out the wazoo, but still 25 dancers through the door.
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream (most of the night).
We had a visitor Gloria, while her regular club caller is away.
Fantastic to have David Pearce on stage doing a couple of Singing Calls, I enjoyed having a dance.
Sharyn missed out on picking the Joker, but that means it jackpots to $50. Desiree won the chocolate.
18th July 2019
Had the heaters on early last night it was a little chilly. Started with 2 squares for Plus, then 3. Dancers squared up 20 minutes early, so I started calling. 32 dancers through the door but didn't get to dance 4 squares. Danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night until the last 2 brackets. Had a few requests for some older songs, which went over quite well. Great to see Sue Ettles back, we hadn't seen her since early March.
Shirley missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $48 next week. Therese won the chocolate.
It was really great night, we all had fun.
11th July 2019
Well, 30 dancers had a really good time at Northside tonight. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Great to have John & Liz back from their Scotland trip. Apologies from a couple of others.
Did quite a few requests and a couple of new tunes. It was a cold night so we had the heaters going.
Anne missed picking the Joker and Margaret (Rod) won the chocolate.
4th July 2019
They just kept coming in the door last night. 35 dancers at our club. 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, which settled down to 3 for the latter part of the night. Heather and Barry brought Teresa & Fay from Gumdale, great to see them again. Sheryl & Natasha were with us again, due to school holidays. David & Faith were back after their short trip away. Good to see Rod & Margaret back too. Really great news, Rosalie was with us, it's taken a while for her to get over the Shingles. Did quite a few requests and favourites and a couple of new songs, wonderful to hear dancers singing along. Rod missed out on picking the joker, it'll be up to $44 next week and John won the Chocolate.
27th June 2019
Another really enjoyable night at Northside. 30 dancers through the door. 3 squares for Plus, and, until the very last bracket, 3 squares for Mainstream. Due to the end of the School term, we had Sheryl & Natasha with us. Also great to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale visiting and Arthur from Caboolture is becoming a regular. Apologies from quite a few and a few now going on holidays to warmer climates. Graham Young missed out on picking the Joker (worth $40) and Jim won the Kit-Kat block. Did a couple of random picks and request songs, it's amazing sometimes how long it's been since I called some of these tunes.
20th June 2019
It's easy to see that it's Winter. 24 dancers through the door last night. 2 squares for Plus. Started with 3 for Mainstream , but then 2 for most of the night. Did a few random picks and requests. Tried out a few new Hoedown tunes. David Pearce did a bracket for us, he did a great job. Barry Brown missed out on picking the Joker and Elsa won the chocolate.
13th June 2019
Had a great time at Northside last night. 37 dancers through the door. Started with 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, but settled to 3 for most of the rest of the night. Great to have Elaine, Rob and Julie-Anne visit, of course, Elaine gave us a couple of calls. The buzz in the hall was fantastic. A few now go on holidays, but some on the sick parade and others on holidays should be back soon. It was Graham (Burns) 84th birthday today, so we sang the birthday song. Sharyn was unlucky with the Joker draw and Heather won the chocolate.
6th June 2019
Winter has well and truly hit. Really glad the hall has 3 wall heaters. 27 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares for Plus and there were 3 squares for Mainstream for 1/2 the night, then 2. We played with Reverse Dixie Style and Tag the Line from LH waves, all went well. Did a few requests and a couple of new tunes. Lyndel missed picking the Joker, it's up to $36 next week. Jim won the Chocolate draw.
30th May 2019
Well, more than a square away last night due to hoildays and medical reasons. We wish all those with illness a speedy recovery - even Rosalie is on the improve. Still 29 dancers through the door.
2 squares for Plus (they were ready to start 10 minutes early) and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/3 of the time. Winter has really hit, we turned the hall heaters on for the first time this year.
Great to have Graham & Lorraine with us, we haven't seen them for some time.
Also great to have Heather Pennington (aka The Traveller) back on the dance floor.
Graham missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $34 next week, Di won the Chocolate.
I did a couple of new songs, at least 1 of them was a hit.
23rd May 2019
Club members are just so happy with how their club is going this year. 36 dancers through the door tonight.
3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream, though we did dance 4 squares once.
Great to have Allan from Canberra visiting. Plenty of requests and random song choices.
Had to turn the music up a little to get over the buzz in the hall.
Viv was unlucky not to pick the Joker and Susan Young won the chocolate.
16th May 2019
And they just kept coming. 32 through the door. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night. Plenty of requests. The buzz in the hall was electric. Mike was away, so Di was on the door. Margaret proudly wore her newly awarded Silver Microphone badge. John missed picking the Joker. Lyndel won the chocolate again!!! but she did share it with everyone there, it didn't last long.
Apologies from Patricia, Laurie, Martin & Terese.
Plenty of Northsiders are going to Buderim on the weekend, should be a great celebration for Suncoasters.
9th May 2019
Let's just say the great nights keep on coming. 30 dancers through our doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, towards, the end 2. Fabulous to watch so many dancers having fun. Did a few requests and random picks. Also did my new song that was released this morning (Finders Keepers). Laurie missed out on picking the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate (Jim won last week). Great to have Ron & Hazel back, as well as, Phil & Yvonne back again. Thanks to all those dancers (and Mike) that pitch in and help with all the little jobs that keep the club running.
2nd May 2019
It just keeps getting better. 37 dancers in the hall last night. 3 squares for Plus and we danced 4 for Mainstream for the first 2 brackets, then 3 for most of the rest of the night. The atmosphere was awesome. Great to have the national convention travellers Russell, Suzie and Graham back. Rod & Margaret are back after some medical issues. Mike and Di back after their travels to Dubai. Our recycled dancer Graham brought his wife Susan for the first time, but they'll now be gone for a few weeks on holiday. Shirley missed picking the Joker and Jim won the chocolate. I did a few request songs, which the dancers enjoyed. Louisiana Man aka "Frogs in the Swamp" appears to be as popular now as it was in the 70's.
25th April 2019 - ANZAC day
Even with Anzac Commemorations and the National Convention, we still had 30 dancers through the doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Bill & Joan back after their holiday. Visitors last night, Gloria and Graham (but I think Graham will become a regular) as well as Peter, Sheryl and their girls Natasha & Kathryn. Great to have David Pearce on stage for a bracket, he did a great Hoedown and a Singing Call. Rosalie was a away last night, (Shingles) so Faith stood-in at the door. Joan missed out out on picking the Joker and Martin won the chocolate.
18th April 2019
I've run out of Superlatives - What a fantastic night at Northside. 2 Squares for Plus. Started the Mainstream with 4 squares - danced 3 most of the night and finished with 2. A total of 34 dancers through the door. Visitors tonight were Neville & Nola, Sheryl, Natasha & Kathryn, Beris, Margie, Gloria & Graham and also good to have Denice back after her overseas trip. A number of special events this week too. Laurie's 84th Birthday and Laurie & Patricia's 61st Anniversary, Jim & Sharon celebrate their 51st Wedding Anniversary and Rosalie & I have been together 21 years. The dancing and the atmosphere in the hall was just awesome, these are the nights callers live for. Liz won the Easter Egg pack, Desiree won the chocolate and Unfortunately, Beris didn't pick the Joker. See Pictures HERE
11th April 2019
The nights are just getting better at Northside. 28 dancers in the hall last night. Eventually 2 squares for Plus and 3 squares all night for Mainstream. So many nice comments feeding back to us about the music & atmosphere of our club. Visitors last night were Arthur, Sheryl, Kathryn and Gloria. Many requests for particular songs, which all went over well. Kathryn was drawn but unfortunately didn't pick the Joker. Rod won the chocolate. Don't forget, we are dancing Easter Thursday & Anzac day. Maybe you'd care to visit?
4th April 2019
Starting to sound like a broken record - Really awesome night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream, 28 dancers through the door. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. The buzz in the hall was just electric. Did my new song "Finders, Keepers", it went over well. Anne was unfortunate in not picking the Joker for the 2nd week in a row, Goody won the chocolate. Great to have Viv back from holidays, A few people are now about to go, but there are a few due back soon. Rosalie also had another dance tonight.
28th March 2019
What a Fabulous night at Northside tonight. 32 Dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. We had forgotten, but it was pointed out last week that the club was 15 years old. We decided to have a cake this week. Took some nice pics of the dancers (as you can see). Unfortunately Anne didn't pick the Joker, but Lyndel won the chocolate for the 2nd time in recent weeks. I did a few new Songs, which were appreciated by the dancers. Nice to see the heat backing down for a change. Mike & Di are now away for a month on their Cruise. But Viv will be back next week,. Great to have Goody and Robyn back after health issues. Couldn't have asked for a better night.
Even had Rosalie on the dance floor for the first time in close to a couple of years, Yay!!!
21st March 2019
Had a great night at Northside tonight. Still very hot. 26 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares. Great to have Pat and Laurie back.
Missing Viv, we haven't seen her in a few weeks.
Patricia didn't pick the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate
Did a new song tonight - see the video here.
14th March 2019
Oh, what a Night!!!!, good name for a song. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. It was hot and humid as could be, but the dancers were still pushing me and squaring-up enthusiastically for each bracket. David Pearce did a great bracket and Margaret Baines did a good call as well. Arthur from Caboolture visited with us and he missed out on picking the Joker.
I know you'll all join us in wishing Patricia & Laurie all the best in their recoveries.
7th March 2019
The kind of night callers dream of. What a fantastic atmosphere in the hall.
34 dancers in the hall - 2 squares for Plus and we started with 4 squares for Mainstream,
but danced 3 for most of the night.
Margaret did a fabulous job of "Love me Tender" including Carousel Promenade.
Faith didn't pick the Joker and Graham won the chocolate, but forgot to take it home.
I did a couple of new songs and worked a little with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag.
Summer is refusing to let go.
It was very hot so we finished 15 minutes early.
28th February 2019
This year is going so well (touch wood). 30 dancers in the hall last night. The weather was great for dancing, we had 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream most of the night. As it was the last day of Summer, I did a bit of a Summer musical theme for the evening. Summer Sounds, Summer Lovin', Summer Song etc. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. Great to have Judith visit last night too. Fabulous to see Heather, Bill & Joan for the first time this year. But we did miss Margaret & Di. Elsa didn't pick the Joker (it jackpots) and Lyndel won the chocolate.
21st February 2019
What a buzz in the hall last night!! 33 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for most of the night at Mainstream. Played with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag formation. Margaret had a call, she did well. Jim didn't win the joker draw and Robyn won the chocolate. Great to see John & Liz wearing their new club badges. Really happy to have Barry & Carol back from their son's wedding in the USA. Also good the have Rod & margaret back for the first time this year. The heat is still a problem, but we are perservering. Now we lose Denice to her South American adventure for 6 weeks.
14th February 2019 - Valentines Day
Another great night at Northside. 26 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus (eventually) and 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/2 the time. Being Valentine's day, most dressed in RED and all the music used was "Love Related". Faith Pearce baked a red Valentines cake, really yummy!!
David Pearce had a call for us. I did an extra joker draw, but still it didn't go off.
A new couple visited, Greg & Anne, we hope to see them regularly.
At least the weather was kinder last night, a really nice breeze kicked in late afternoon.
7th February 2019
What a fabulous start to the new dance year. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 29 dancers through the door, many of them very early. I still counted at least a full square away for various reasons. A new dancer Robyn has joined us, she's been away from square dancing for about a year, but did very well. Ray won the Joker draw @ $14 and John Schultz won the Chocolate. Lots of smiling happy faces. Next Thursday is Valentines day, wear red and I'll do some love songs.
What a way to end 2019. It was hot as Hades but a really enjoyable night. 52 dancers in the hall. Visitors from all over Brisbane - Gumdale, Allemanders, Bribie, EZ squares. The maximum we had on the floor was 4 squares. I think that was mostly due to the heat and it does get a little squeasy in our hall. Great to have Yvonne & Phil back with us. Non dancing visitors Carole Brown, and Lorna Warburton, haven't seen them in a hall for a while. Good to hear Jim has had some good medical news. Callers Galore - Elaine Davis , David Pearce, Margaret Baines and Me too. We dedicated the night to our good friend Graham Lawson who passed yesterday. I know Graham would have wanted us to enjoy the night. Jim & Faith both missed out on picking the Joker, it will start at $55 in the New Year. Sharyn won the chocolate. I lost track of how many, and who won the multitude of raffle prizes. As it was a free night, everybody supported the raffle very well. Profits from the night will be donated to the Salvos Christmas appeal. The dancers got together and organised a card (signed by all) and a very significant cash gift, very generous of you all.
And finally, 2019 has been a very successful year for our club. Thank you to all the Dancers & Visitors who have consistently come along during the year. The "More" has certainly made "The Merrier" this year.
So glad you are enjoying what I'm able to present on stage and really glad you obviously all enjoy each others company each week. See pics HERE
4th December 2019
Graham Lawson lost his battle with cancer. No more pain or worries mate!!
28th November 2019
Yes, it's nearly Summer, quite a warm one last night. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream.
There were 26 dancers in the hall. Did quite a number of Requests - and some of the Random picks were fairly old and I hadn't done them in a while. Viv missed picking the Joker, it jackpots to $50 for next week.
Carole Ball won the Kit Kat block. All the club members are looking forward to our big Christmas Party/ Break Up next week. Everyone is welcome - Christmas dress, please bring a plate and there is our usual big raffle.
21st November 2019
Oh what a Night!!! (great name for a song). 3 squares for Plus and mostly 4 for Mainstream. 39 dancers in the hall for a fabulous fun night of dancing. Our numbers were boosted by an impromptu mass visit from Gumdale Grandsliders & Allan's Allemanders - great to have them all with us. Many said they'll likely to come to our Christmas dance. Elsa missed out on picking the Joker and Di won the Kit Kat block.
Did quite a few requests and random pick songs. The hall was buzzing the entire night, so much so, that people were still chatting 15 minutes after we finished. 2 weeks until our 2019 Finale and Christmas dance. Wear your favourite Christmas outfit and please bring a Plate. There will be a raffle.
15th November 2019
Had a wonderful night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. There were 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick parade. Lawrie missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.Did quite a few requested Singing Calls. It is lovely to the dancers singing along to many of the songs. Only 3 more nights of dancing this year. Our Christmas breakup is the 5th December, all are welcome. Please bring a plate. To finish this week, one of our long time dancers is having dire health concerns.
I know you all join me is sending Graham our best wishes.
7th November 2019
While hot, it was a fabulous night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 28 dancers in the hall. Still many on the sick or injured list, we hope they are doing well and will be back soon. Many thanks for the birthday wishes - Arthur was with us last night, we share a birthday. Thanks to Margaret for gathering everybody for a rendition of the traditional "Happy Birthday" song. I did my 2 newly released songs as well as a few requests, other new tunes and random selections. Arthur missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $35 next week. Viv won the chocolate. Many Northsiders will be attending the Society Christmas party on Saturday.
31st October 2019
Some nights just click and this was one of them. 3 squares early for Plus and 3 squares mostly for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. As it was actually Halloween, I did mostly themed Singing Calls & Hoedowns.
The exception was my 2 new Singing Calls that I'm getting ready to record for release and the last bracket was 3 requested Singing Calls. Apologies from a number of dancers, there is an extensive sick parade, they all seem to be on the mend though. Goody missed out on picking the Joker and Joan won the chocolate.
Next weekend is the Society Christmas party, get out the Christmas outfits, dust off the tinsel.
24th October 2019
As expected, numbers were a little down last night, but not a lot. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream. There were 24 dancers in the hall, but we only danced 3 squares the once.
Dancers are preparing for the Shindig this weekend.
I did a couple of new songs which I'll be recording vocals for - Denim or Lace (Marty Rhone) & It doesn't matter Anymore (Buddy Holly).
Martin came along last night, just out of hospital after his recent heart issues, not dancing though.
Some other illness news, we now have Phil (Yvonne) in hospital with heart issues.
Great to have Helen from Toowomba and Diane from Maryborough with us for the evening.
Helen missed out picking the Joker and John (Liz) won the chocolate.
Bill finally got his chocolate from a couple of weeks ago.
Finished the night with a couple of Singing Call requests.
17th October 2019
I was pleasantly surprised by numbers last night.
The storms rolled in about 5pm, which is usually not a good sign. We started with 2 squares for Plus and occasionally danced 3 squares for Mainstream. 26 dancers in the hall.
While it was quite hot and humid, it was a really good night.
Played with boys leading Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave.
Did a couple of new songs and a few requests and random picks.
Annette missed picking the Joker, so it jackpots. Di won the chocolate.
We finished 10 minutes early due to the heat.
10th October 2019
Fabulous night at Northside last night. 3 squares for Plus and 3 most of the night for Mainstream.
There were 33 dancers in the hall, we did dance 4 squares for 1 bracket (see picture)
Great to have Margaret Baines with us and also great to have David Pearce giving us a call.
Chris Holmes missed picking the Joker and Bill won the chocolate (though he forgot to take it home).
Finished the night with a 3 number request bracket.
3rd October 2019
Really good night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 2 for Mainstream.
There were 24 dancers in the hall and we did dance 3 squares just the once.
Being school holidays, there are a few away on baby sitting duties.
Played a little with Girls leading Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean Wave.
The new Joker draw now jackpots by $5 a week.
Mayet missed picking the Joker and Faith won the chocolate.
Did a few requests as well.
26th September 2019
Well, numbers a little on the low side last night. 19 dancers in the hall. 1 square for Plus and 2 for Mainstream. Many on the Sick Parade and others on Baby Sitting duties, etc., etc. Still we had a fun night. Great to have Patricia, Lawrie, Ray & Goody back on deck. Did quite a few new songs and some requests. Finally, the Joker draw went off - $64 went to Faith Pearce, she picked one of the Jokers from the 22 remaining cards. We start again, but at $5 jackpot each week now. Patricia won the chocolate. See you all at the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up on Saturday.
19th September 2019
We had a great night at Northside last night. Quite a few away for various reasons, medical and other.
Still 24 dancers on the floor. 2 squares for Plus and 2 for all of Mainstream.
Did a few requests and ramdom picks. Graham missed picking the Joker and Barry Ball won the chocolate.
Only a week or so until the QCA Gala & Sunshine State Round-Up in Kallangur on the 29th, see you there.
12th September 2019
We had a really fun night at Northside tonight. Numbers down a little. Many that I was expecting to be there weren't. Still, we had 22 dancers in the hall. I did a few requests and a couple of new songs. Margaret H. missed out picking the Joker, $62.00 next week. Liz won the chocolate, John seemed pretty happy about, can't figure out why. Here's hoping everyone is back next week.
5th September 2019
***No Dancing*** 5th September (State Convention in Rockhampton)
29th August 2019
Well, the numbers a little down tonight. 19 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares all night for Plus & Mainstream. Tried a few new songs and a few oldies. Everyone seemed to have a good time. Barry Pennington missed out on the Joker draw, it jackpots to $60 the week after next (no dancing next week , 5th September) and Mayet won the chocolate. Jim Endres is doing very well apparently, he had a Triple Heart By-pass on Wednesday. Sharon seemed very upbeat, said he looks 10 years younger. See you all at the State Convention or back on Thusday the 12th September, here at Zillmere.
22nd August 2019
Thought the wind was gonna blow us away but it calmed down in time for dancing. 3 squares for Plus and most of Mainstream. 34 dancers in the hall but we didn't manage 4 squares. Tried a few songs that I hadn't done for a while, most went well but I missed with one. Jim missed out on picking the Joker, $58 next week. Ray walked in a little late but still snagged the chocolate. Remember we are dancing next week but not the week after (5th September)
15th August 2019
Magic night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 31 dancers in the hall. Well over a square away for various reasons, holidays, illness etc. Good to have Sue Ettles with us last night . It was lovely to have Helen Hawkey from Toowoomba with us as well. Great to have Susan Young back on the dance floor after her foot operation. I did quite a few of my new Hoedown tunes and quite a few Singing call requests, amongst them - Rhinestone Cowboy & Louisiana Man. Ron missed picking the Joker, it jackpots next week to $56. Annette won the chocolate. It's a few weeks to go, but don't forget, no dancing on the 5th September, due to the State Convention in Rockhampton.
8th August 2019
Northside was rocking last night, another bunch of happy dancers. 2 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. 29 Dancers through the door. Sue Young is attending again, even though she can't yet dance. Really good to have Robyn back after her eye operations. Good to have Bill & Joan back after illness.
Quite a few apologies due to various illnesses. Therese missed picking the Joker and Carole won the chocolate. Did quite a few songs that were right at the back of the "Record Box". Finished the night with a Johnny Cash classic - Boy named Sue.
1st August 2019
Another great night at Northside. 3 squares for Plus and 3 squares for Mainstream, tapering off to 2 in the latter part of the Evening. 31 dancers in the hall. We had a couple of visitors last night, good to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale with us, Gloria was with us again too. Lovely to look down and see everybody happy and smiling and chatting away. Shirley missed picking the Joker ($50) and Di won the chocolate. A number of dancers stopped me to tell me what a great club this is, and I have to agree. Did a few requests and 1 new song, Jeans On (David Dundas). It's a song I released on the Shindig Label, but this is a new version on Rhythm Records.
25th July 2019
Quite a night at Northside. Apologies coming out the wazoo, but still 25 dancers through the door.
2 Squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream (most of the night).
We had a visitor Gloria, while her regular club caller is away.
Fantastic to have David Pearce on stage doing a couple of Singing Calls, I enjoyed having a dance.
Sharyn missed out on picking the Joker, but that means it jackpots to $50. Desiree won the chocolate.
18th July 2019
Had the heaters on early last night it was a little chilly. Started with 2 squares for Plus, then 3. Dancers squared up 20 minutes early, so I started calling. 32 dancers through the door but didn't get to dance 4 squares. Danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night until the last 2 brackets. Had a few requests for some older songs, which went over quite well. Great to see Sue Ettles back, we hadn't seen her since early March.
Shirley missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $48 next week. Therese won the chocolate.
It was really great night, we all had fun.
11th July 2019
Well, 30 dancers had a really good time at Northside tonight. 3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 squares for Mainstream. Great to have John & Liz back from their Scotland trip. Apologies from a couple of others.
Did quite a few requests and a couple of new tunes. It was a cold night so we had the heaters going.
Anne missed picking the Joker and Margaret (Rod) won the chocolate.
4th July 2019
They just kept coming in the door last night. 35 dancers at our club. 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, which settled down to 3 for the latter part of the night. Heather and Barry brought Teresa & Fay from Gumdale, great to see them again. Sheryl & Natasha were with us again, due to school holidays. David & Faith were back after their short trip away. Good to see Rod & Margaret back too. Really great news, Rosalie was with us, it's taken a while for her to get over the Shingles. Did quite a few requests and favourites and a couple of new songs, wonderful to hear dancers singing along. Rod missed out on picking the joker, it'll be up to $44 next week and John won the Chocolate.
27th June 2019
Another really enjoyable night at Northside. 30 dancers through the door. 3 squares for Plus, and, until the very last bracket, 3 squares for Mainstream. Due to the end of the School term, we had Sheryl & Natasha with us. Also great to have Neville & Noela from Gumdale visiting and Arthur from Caboolture is becoming a regular. Apologies from quite a few and a few now going on holidays to warmer climates. Graham Young missed out on picking the Joker (worth $40) and Jim won the Kit-Kat block. Did a couple of random picks and request songs, it's amazing sometimes how long it's been since I called some of these tunes.
20th June 2019
It's easy to see that it's Winter. 24 dancers through the door last night. 2 squares for Plus. Started with 3 for Mainstream , but then 2 for most of the night. Did a few random picks and requests. Tried out a few new Hoedown tunes. David Pearce did a bracket for us, he did a great job. Barry Brown missed out on picking the Joker and Elsa won the chocolate.
13th June 2019
Had a great time at Northside last night. 37 dancers through the door. Started with 3 squares for Plus and 4 for Mainstream, but settled to 3 for most of the rest of the night. Great to have Elaine, Rob and Julie-Anne visit, of course, Elaine gave us a couple of calls. The buzz in the hall was fantastic. A few now go on holidays, but some on the sick parade and others on holidays should be back soon. It was Graham (Burns) 84th birthday today, so we sang the birthday song. Sharyn was unlucky with the Joker draw and Heather won the chocolate.
6th June 2019
Winter has well and truly hit. Really glad the hall has 3 wall heaters. 27 dancers in the hall last night. 2 squares for Plus and there were 3 squares for Mainstream for 1/2 the night, then 2. We played with Reverse Dixie Style and Tag the Line from LH waves, all went well. Did a few requests and a couple of new tunes. Lyndel missed picking the Joker, it's up to $36 next week. Jim won the Chocolate draw.
30th May 2019
Well, more than a square away last night due to hoildays and medical reasons. We wish all those with illness a speedy recovery - even Rosalie is on the improve. Still 29 dancers through the door.
2 squares for Plus (they were ready to start 10 minutes early) and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/3 of the time. Winter has really hit, we turned the hall heaters on for the first time this year.
Great to have Graham & Lorraine with us, we haven't seen them for some time.
Also great to have Heather Pennington (aka The Traveller) back on the dance floor.
Graham missed out on picking the Joker, it jackpots to $34 next week, Di won the Chocolate.
I did a couple of new songs, at least 1 of them was a hit.
23rd May 2019
Club members are just so happy with how their club is going this year. 36 dancers through the door tonight.
3 squares for Plus and mostly 3 for Mainstream, though we did dance 4 squares once.
Great to have Allan from Canberra visiting. Plenty of requests and random song choices.
Had to turn the music up a little to get over the buzz in the hall.
Viv was unlucky not to pick the Joker and Susan Young won the chocolate.
16th May 2019
And they just kept coming. 32 through the door. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for Mainstream all night. Plenty of requests. The buzz in the hall was electric. Mike was away, so Di was on the door. Margaret proudly wore her newly awarded Silver Microphone badge. John missed picking the Joker. Lyndel won the chocolate again!!! but she did share it with everyone there, it didn't last long.
Apologies from Patricia, Laurie, Martin & Terese.
Plenty of Northsiders are going to Buderim on the weekend, should be a great celebration for Suncoasters.
9th May 2019
Let's just say the great nights keep on coming. 30 dancers through our doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, towards, the end 2. Fabulous to watch so many dancers having fun. Did a few requests and random picks. Also did my new song that was released this morning (Finders Keepers). Laurie missed out on picking the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate (Jim won last week). Great to have Ron & Hazel back, as well as, Phil & Yvonne back again. Thanks to all those dancers (and Mike) that pitch in and help with all the little jobs that keep the club running.
2nd May 2019
It just keeps getting better. 37 dancers in the hall last night. 3 squares for Plus and we danced 4 for Mainstream for the first 2 brackets, then 3 for most of the rest of the night. The atmosphere was awesome. Great to have the national convention travellers Russell, Suzie and Graham back. Rod & Margaret are back after some medical issues. Mike and Di back after their travels to Dubai. Our recycled dancer Graham brought his wife Susan for the first time, but they'll now be gone for a few weeks on holiday. Shirley missed picking the Joker and Jim won the chocolate. I did a few request songs, which the dancers enjoyed. Louisiana Man aka "Frogs in the Swamp" appears to be as popular now as it was in the 70's.
25th April 2019 - ANZAC day
Even with Anzac Commemorations and the National Convention, we still had 30 dancers through the doors last night. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. Great to have Bill & Joan back after their holiday. Visitors last night, Gloria and Graham (but I think Graham will become a regular) as well as Peter, Sheryl and their girls Natasha & Kathryn. Great to have David Pearce on stage for a bracket, he did a great Hoedown and a Singing Call. Rosalie was a away last night, (Shingles) so Faith stood-in at the door. Joan missed out out on picking the Joker and Martin won the chocolate.
18th April 2019
I've run out of Superlatives - What a fantastic night at Northside. 2 Squares for Plus. Started the Mainstream with 4 squares - danced 3 most of the night and finished with 2. A total of 34 dancers through the door. Visitors tonight were Neville & Nola, Sheryl, Natasha & Kathryn, Beris, Margie, Gloria & Graham and also good to have Denice back after her overseas trip. A number of special events this week too. Laurie's 84th Birthday and Laurie & Patricia's 61st Anniversary, Jim & Sharon celebrate their 51st Wedding Anniversary and Rosalie & I have been together 21 years. The dancing and the atmosphere in the hall was just awesome, these are the nights callers live for. Liz won the Easter Egg pack, Desiree won the chocolate and Unfortunately, Beris didn't pick the Joker. See Pictures HERE
11th April 2019
The nights are just getting better at Northside. 28 dancers in the hall last night. Eventually 2 squares for Plus and 3 squares all night for Mainstream. So many nice comments feeding back to us about the music & atmosphere of our club. Visitors last night were Arthur, Sheryl, Kathryn and Gloria. Many requests for particular songs, which all went over well. Kathryn was drawn but unfortunately didn't pick the Joker. Rod won the chocolate. Don't forget, we are dancing Easter Thursday & Anzac day. Maybe you'd care to visit?
4th April 2019
Starting to sound like a broken record - Really awesome night at Northside. 2 squares for Plus, 3 for Mainstream, 28 dancers through the door. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. The buzz in the hall was just electric. Did my new song "Finders, Keepers", it went over well. Anne was unfortunate in not picking the Joker for the 2nd week in a row, Goody won the chocolate. Great to have Viv back from holidays, A few people are now about to go, but there are a few due back soon. Rosalie also had another dance tonight.
28th March 2019
What a Fabulous night at Northside tonight. 32 Dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. We had forgotten, but it was pointed out last week that the club was 15 years old. We decided to have a cake this week. Took some nice pics of the dancers (as you can see). Unfortunately Anne didn't pick the Joker, but Lyndel won the chocolate for the 2nd time in recent weeks. I did a few new Songs, which were appreciated by the dancers. Nice to see the heat backing down for a change. Mike & Di are now away for a month on their Cruise. But Viv will be back next week,. Great to have Goody and Robyn back after health issues. Couldn't have asked for a better night.
Even had Rosalie on the dance floor for the first time in close to a couple of years, Yay!!!
21st March 2019
Had a great night at Northside tonight. Still very hot. 26 dancers in the hall. We danced 2 squares for Plus and 2 for Mainstream with a few spares. Great to have Pat and Laurie back.
Missing Viv, we haven't seen her in a few weeks.
Patricia didn't pick the Joker and Sharyn won the chocolate
Did a new song tonight - see the video here.
14th March 2019
Oh, what a Night!!!!, good name for a song. 27 dancers through the door. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. It was hot and humid as could be, but the dancers were still pushing me and squaring-up enthusiastically for each bracket. David Pearce did a great bracket and Margaret Baines did a good call as well. Arthur from Caboolture visited with us and he missed out on picking the Joker.
I know you'll all join us in wishing Patricia & Laurie all the best in their recoveries.
7th March 2019
The kind of night callers dream of. What a fantastic atmosphere in the hall.
34 dancers in the hall - 2 squares for Plus and we started with 4 squares for Mainstream,
but danced 3 for most of the night.
Margaret did a fabulous job of "Love me Tender" including Carousel Promenade.
Faith didn't pick the Joker and Graham won the chocolate, but forgot to take it home.
I did a couple of new songs and worked a little with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag.
Summer is refusing to let go.
It was very hot so we finished 15 minutes early.
28th February 2019
This year is going so well (touch wood). 30 dancers in the hall last night. The weather was great for dancing, we had 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream most of the night. As it was the last day of Summer, I did a bit of a Summer musical theme for the evening. Summer Sounds, Summer Lovin', Summer Song etc. Played a little with Reverse Dixie Style to a Wave. Great to have Judith visit last night too. Fabulous to see Heather, Bill & Joan for the first time this year. But we did miss Margaret & Di. Elsa didn't pick the Joker (it jackpots) and Lyndel won the chocolate.
21st February 2019
What a buzz in the hall last night!! 33 dancers in the hall. 2 squares for Plus and we danced 3 squares for most of the night at Mainstream. Played with Scoot Back from 1/4 Tag formation. Margaret had a call, she did well. Jim didn't win the joker draw and Robyn won the chocolate. Great to see John & Liz wearing their new club badges. Really happy to have Barry & Carol back from their son's wedding in the USA. Also good the have Rod & margaret back for the first time this year. The heat is still a problem, but we are perservering. Now we lose Denice to her South American adventure for 6 weeks.
14th February 2019 - Valentines Day
Another great night at Northside. 26 dancers through the door, 2 squares for Plus (eventually) and 3 squares for Mainstream about 1/2 the time. Being Valentine's day, most dressed in RED and all the music used was "Love Related". Faith Pearce baked a red Valentines cake, really yummy!!
David Pearce had a call for us. I did an extra joker draw, but still it didn't go off.
A new couple visited, Greg & Anne, we hope to see them regularly.
At least the weather was kinder last night, a really nice breeze kicked in late afternoon.
7th February 2019
What a fabulous start to the new dance year. 2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream. 29 dancers through the door, many of them very early. I still counted at least a full square away for various reasons. A new dancer Robyn has joined us, she's been away from square dancing for about a year, but did very well. Ray won the Joker draw @ $14 and John Schultz won the Chocolate. Lots of smiling happy faces. Next Thursday is Valentines day, wear red and I'll do some love songs.