What happened at Northside this week?
2022
1st December 2022
Christmas Party and Break-Up night.
The weather was not kind to us, rains and showers all day.
I'm sure our numbers were a little down due to the weather.
We still had 20 dancers in the hall. Decorations simple but effective, everyone loved the new Christmas tree. Plenty of raffle prizes. There was no door entry fee, but everybody bought raffle tickets.
Plenty of great Christmas music to dance to.
Great to see Hazel P. with us for the first time in quite a while, she also won the members draw. We finished about 15 minutes early for a fabulous supper, plenty of food for all. Thank you to all who brought a plate and to all who donated a raffle prize. Thank you all for a great finish to 2022, and may next year be even better.
We are back to dancing at Northside Promenaders on the 2nd of February 2023.
Enjoy a happy and safe Christmas and New year with family & friends, return refreshed in February.
24th November 2022
Quite a good night at Northside last night.
20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but 1 bracket.
Dancers keeping me on my toes with some of the requested song choices, but it keeps it interesting. Ron won the members draw - it will be reset for the Christmas party next week - it will go off.
We hope to see you all next week for the final dance of 2022.
Dress in Christmas casual, please bring a plate and if you wish, a small raffle prize donation. See you there.
17th November 2022
Had a great time last night at Northside.
22 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but 3 brackets.
The last time we had more than 20 dancers was back in early August.
Great to have Chris H. back with us. Also Barry P. and Heather after a recent Covid illness.
Just so good to see a full hall. Did a short workshop bracket on Dixie Style to O/W.
Lyndel would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot again.
Finished the night with a 3 number request Singing Call bracket. Christmas party is only 2 weeks away.
10th November2022
Quite a low numbers night at Northside. But we had a great time anyway. 11 dancers in the hall - so we only danced the 1 square. The members draw did not go off, so it will jackpot.
Kym & Graham were there, so we played around with teaching Spin Chain Thru from many Arrangements and Formations. For the others, we played with Dixie Style and Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean wave.
It all went well. Only a few weeks until our Christmas Break-up on the 1st December.
3rd November2022
What a great night weatherwise for dancing. We had 15 dancers in the hall - so we danced 1 square all night. That 1 extra person would have been nice. Still we had a lot of fun. The members draw did not go off, so it will jackpot. Did a few request songs and finished the night with 3 Singing Calls (all requests). only 4 dance nights to go this year. Our last night is the 1st December - bring a plate - wear your favourite Christmas gear - there will be a raffle - if you wish - donate a small prize for the raffle. Next year we will be introducing 5th Thursday Theme nights - I will have a program soon.
Real news of the night - John S. has shaved off - he looks younger. But he never looked that old anyway.
27th October 2022
Well, the predicted storms did not happen.
16 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares early on, but finished with 1.
It was quite a fun night. I brought in the list of Singing Calls for dancers to choose from, they were amazed at how many songs I do have (1500).
We had Doug from another local dance club (Ballroom /New Vogue) come along to see what we do.
We had him up in a quick learner bracket, he did well.
Later on we had a Rectangle (6 Couple) dance - it went well, something a little different.
Carol O. won the members draw - it will reset for next week.
Only 5 more dance nights this year. Our Christmas party is the 1st December.
Bring a Plate - Dress Christmassy - and if you wish to - donate a raffle prize - we'll finish the year with a bang.
20th October 2022
Absolute brilliant dance night at Northside.
We had 19 dancers in the hall and danced 2 squares for most of the night.
Did quite a few older Singing Calls (ie Louisiana Man & Makin' Whoopie) but a lot of newer Hoedowns (Hot & Spicy & Zydeco). John S. won the members draw, so it will reset for next week.
Finished the night with "Rockin' in Rosalie's Boat" and "Rockin' Pnuemonia & the Boogie Woogie Flu".
Our Christmas Party and Break Up is in 6 weeks on the 1st of December.
Bring a Plate, dress Christmassy, there will be a raffle.
13th October 2022
The weather is improving - we had the windows open and fans on last night.
15 dancers in the hall - obviously we danced 1 square all night - if only we had that 1 more person.
It's a busy time of year and still a few with ilness.
My apologies - I was supposed to do a birthday call for Desiree last night - but my mind turned to mush and I missed it (John did remind me) and it is a biggy!!!! Happy birthday Desiree.
Sue E. would have won the members draw - we haven't seen her for a while.
We finished the night with a 3 number Singing Call bracket.
7 weeks of dancing left this year - Christmas Party & Break Up on the 1st of December.
6th October 2022
Another fun night at Northside. We danced just the one square all night. 14 dancers in the hall - might have to get used to the idea that this is the new normal. We've only cracked 20 dancers, 6 times this year.
Rob D. would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot for next week.
I know quite a few will be at the Shindig this weekend, see you there.
Only 8 weeks until our Christmas party/ End of Year dance.
29th September 2022
Another fun night at Northside.
Numbers down for all sorts of reasons - Travel, School Holidays, Illness, etc. - let's hope it picks up soon.
15 dancers in the hall - 1 square all night.
Sharyn won the members draw, it will reset for next week.
Finished the night with a 3 number singing call bracket.
Don't forget the Shindig with Gary P. is next weekend.
22nd September 2022
Well, what to say about last night. Eventually got 8 dancers in the hall - not enough Plus dancers, so we danced Mainstream all night. Great to see Barry B. back with us and we hadn't seen Arthur for a little while.
John S. would have won the members draw. Did a few requests - Everyone seemed to have a good time.
Maybe it was a combination of public holiday, early poor weather, etc., etc.
We can only hope for better numbers next week.
15th September 2022
If you weren't there, you missed a great night.
Still a few away, but 18 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
In fact the Plus dancers were there and so enthusiastic, we started 20 minutes early.
Great to have Darryl, Margie, Freda & Neil back after their recent tussles with covid.
Lots of requests and new music. Barry B. would have won the members draw.
I'm getting word that Barry may be back with us soon - looking forward to it.
Finished the night with a 3 number Singing Call request bracket.
Thanks to all the dancers for making our club what it is.
If you have a little spare time - maybe join us on a Tuesday night for the Society Beginners Class as an Angel.
8th September 2022
What a night at Northside last night. Can't begin to tell you what a great time was had by all. Numbers still well down due to quite a number recovering from illness. 18 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares for most of the night. It basically ended up being an alphabet night. Dancers picked a letter of the alphabet, then I chose a song starting with that letter. Some oldies came up and were enjoyed by all.
Goody won the members draw, so it resets for next week.
I'm looking forward to welcoming back all our friends on the sick list.
1st September 2022
15 dancers in the hall - we danced 1 square all night. The members draw did not go off.
25th August 2022
No dancing, a few dancers have tested positive to covid and we are being very cautious.
18th August 2022
The sick list is really affecting numbers but we still had 17 dancers in the hall.
Started the Plus with only 1 square, but as people arrived, we danced the rest of the night with 2.
Marty would have won the members draw but it will jackpot. Did quite a few request songs.
Finished the night with a 3 number Singing call bracket.
If you have the time, please join us on Tuesday night for the Society beginners class as Angels.
11th August 2022
Numbers a little down due to illness. 16 Dancers in the hall. We started the night with 1 square, then 2 - did a 6 couple rectangle in the middle - finished a little early. Margie won the members draw.
Thanks to John & Desiree for carrying our Banner at the State Convention.
4th August 2022
Great night at Northside last night. 21 dancers in the hall - I thought we may be down on numbers because of the Convention this weekend. But..... we danced 2 squares for all but one bracket. Great to have David & Faith with us, it's been a while. Did a few requests. Elsa won the members draw, so it will reset for next week.
Mike & Di away for a couple of Thursdays - Enjoy yourselves up North. Thanks to Sheryl for taking on the door duties. See the rest of you at the State Convention.
28th July 2022
Another cool night at Northside, but at least it was dry. 18 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but 2 brackets during the night. Margie won the members draw, so it's back to $5 next week. Yes, we are dancing next week. It is the night before State Convention, but maybe we'll catch a few travellers as they head towards Buderim. I did practice a few calls that I may use during the Convention - finished the night with 2 brackets of Singing calls. Thanks Desiree & John - they will be carrying our banner at the Convention banner parade.
Thanks everyone, for turning out to dance on these cold nights, I know the lounge chair can be awfully tempting during Winter.
21st July 2022
It's raining again. No Dancing at Northside - Too unsafe to be on the roads.
15th July 2022
Another very chilly night at Northside. 18 dancers in attendance, we danced 2 squares for most of the night.
A number of our members are recovering from various illnesses & procedures, we wish you all well - see you back on the dance floor soon. Ron P. would have won the members draw, but it will continue to jackpot.
Some of our random pick Singing Calls turned out to be quite fun last night and finished the night with a request bracket. Only 3 weeks until the State Convention at Buderim, really looking forward to that dance.
7th July 2022
A cold but enjoyable night at Northside. Heaters were going all night. 18 dancers in the hall.
Started with 1 square for Plus, but then 2. Danced most of the Mainstream with 2 squares.
Just off the top of my head, counted 12 regulars that were away. We hope to see you all back soon.
Gail M. would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot for next week.
Finished the night with a couple of popular singing calls.
30th June 2022
Another good night at Northside. A few away for various reasons.
Still 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
It was the first time in weeks that we didn't have the heaters on.
Played a lot with Spin Chain Thru from various arrangements.
Joan won the members draw, she says it's her first ever win - couldn't happen to a nicer lady.
I know you'll all join us in wishing Barry B. all the best for his continuing medical issues.
A few events coming up - State Convention and Brian's beach bash in August.
Shindig on the mountain in October. Check out the club noticeboard for details.
23rd June 2022
We all enjoyed the night. Quite a number of apologies, but still 18 dancers in the hall.
We danced 2 squares about 1/2 the night.
Great to have Faith (David) & John (Desiree) back on the dance floor after recent health issues.
I have a Rock 'n' Roll themed dance this weekend, so I took the opportunity to practice a few of those tunes.
Also did a few requests, "Beautiful Noise" still proving quite popular.
Hazel would have won the members draw, but instead, it will continue to jackpot.
Everybody keep warm and we'll see you next week.
16th June 2022
Thanks to all the dancers that choose to still come out on these cold, cold nights. Another good night at Northside. 21 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but one bracket last night. That was when everyone needed a cuppa. Great to have Heather, Barry and Fay back with us last night.
Also Arthur after his recent caravan adventure. A few on the sick list, we hope they'll be well very soon.
Therese would have won the members draw, but alas, it will jackpot for next week.
9th June 2022
It really is Winter now. Great night at Northside. 20 dancers + John in the hall.
We danced 2 squares most of the night. Great to have Faith back on the dance floor for the first time this year. Had a couple of new songs to try out, they went well with the dancers. Barry won the members draw, it resets for next week. Maybe we'll see you at the Society AGM on Sunday ??
2nd June 2022
Wonderful night at Northside. A little chilly - doors closed with the heaters on.
Numbers improving, 21 dancers on the floor, plus a couple of partners still not dancing due to recent medical issues. Plus started with 1 square for the first bracket - after that it was 2 squares for the rest of the night.
Great to have Ron & Hazel back dancing with us.
Martin would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot again for next week.
Did a few new songs and finished the night with the classic "Rockin' in Rosalie's Boat".
26th May 2022
First day in weeks that I can remember being Sunny with no rain. We had a ball at Northside. 18 dancers and 2 recovering from medical issues. Had 2 squares for Plus (eventually) and we mostly danced 2 for Mainstream. Great to see David & Faith back, as well as Neil. Tried out a couple of new Singers & Hoedowns.
John E. would have won the members draw, but it will Jack pot.
Upcoming events - Logan is hosting the QCA for a dance on the 11th June at their hall at Crestmead. The Society is having their re-scheduled AGM at 11am on the 12th June at the Nundah Community Hall. Members, please consider attending - without a quorum of members, no Society business can be conducted - The Society only has until the 30th June to conduct a proper AGM (Fair Trading rules).
19th May 2022
A good night at Northside. Numbers still a little down with 17 dancers in the hall. We did dance 2 squares for most of the night. Great to see John and Desiree back. John not dancing yet after a recent Op. Did a few new songs and a few Random Song picks. I did have to decline 1 song. The tune didn't come to me, I must practice it so it's there next time. Barry P., would have taken the members draw, but he wasn't dancing last night.
We do look forward to having our travellers back soon. We wish those on the sick list, a speedy recovery.
As they say on GOT "Winter is coming", I can't remember the last time we didn't have the fans on in the hall.
A few now enjoying a cuppa during the evening. Quite a few of our dancers starting to make bookings for the 39th State Convention (3rd time Lucky) and Brian's Beach Bash (Hervey Bay) in August. I know you all join us in condolences to Viv and family, her husband Blair passed recently. The club has sent a card.
12th May 2022
Another "Rain Bomb" has hit Brisbane. No Dancing at Northside - Too unsafe to be on the roads.
5th May 2022
Covid, Other illnesses and Travel are certainly taking their toll on our numbers - 13 dancers in the hall last night - obviously we danced 1 square all night. I'm getting similar reports from other clubs in Brisbane and regions. But we still had a good night, though we did finish a little early. Quite a few singing call requests and a few from the dancers favourites folder. Goody won the members draw, it'll reset for next week. We look forward to more of our members returning soon - get well, all of you.
28th April 2022
Another enjoyable night at Northside. Only 15 dancers in the hall, but we had a ball. Obviously only 1 square dancing except for the 6 Couple Rectangle bracket.
Rob Davis would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot.
Finished the night with a couple of Singing Calls from the Dancers Favourites list.
Don't forget, it's Lawrie's funeral next Tuesday - I'm sure we'll all be thinking of Pat and the family.
21st April 2022
Fabulous night at Northside. 19 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
Quite a few apologies due to illness, holidays, etc.
Did quite a few of my newest songs, they are developing quite well.
Barry P. would have won the members draw, but alas he was absent.
I have had messages in the last week from Rod & Margaret and Phil & Yvonne - both couples have decided to hang up their dance shoes - we will miss them all dearly.
I notice that our Supper is becoming popular again, after it was re-instated recently.
Enjoy your ANZAC weekend - thank you to all who have served.
14th April 2022
It was a bit of a slow night at Northside. 12 dancers in the hall. Maybe we'll re-think whether we dance on the Easter Thursday for next year, traffic around town was horrendous for the long weekend exodus. So we danced one square all night until the last bracket - where we did a 6 couple rectangle.
Did a few of my new songs throughout the evening. Bill won the members draw. We finished a little early.
7th April 2022
The weather has decided to co-operate.
A little cooler and no rain. 17 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares about 2/3 of the time.
I had 3 new Singing Calls and a new Hoedown to debut.
A bit of variety, ie Elvis, Bryan Ferry and Otis Redding - all well recieved by the dancers.
Elsa won the members draw , so it starts fresh again next week.
We are back to Tea, Coffee and a Biscuit next week - biscuits are indivually wrapped portions, just to be safer. To all our members on the sick parade:-
We hope you are recovering well and we'll see you back on the dance floor soon.
31st March 2022
Another good night at Northside. 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares from start to finish. At least it's starting to feel a bit like Autumn - just a little cooler. Still quite a number on the sick parade - we hope you're all doing well and will be back with us soon. Di won the members draw , so it's back to $5 next week.
Welcome to our newest member Daryl, he's been dancing with a while now, he now has a club badge.
Finished the night with a 3 number Singing Call request bracket.
24th March 2022
A good night at Northside. Numbers are down due to a number on the Sick parade. 17 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares all night long. Yes, it's been hot. Did a few requests and some of my newer songs. Martin would have won the members draw, but alas, it jackpots again for next week. We only had 15 dancers for the last bracket. Rather than have anyone sit down, I put on a couple of my vocal tracks and I danced in the square. Beats trying to dance & call. Autumn has to kick in soon.
17th March 2022
St. Patricks' day at Northside. 20 Dancers in the hall - we started and finished with 2 squares. I did a couples of new songs and bunch of Irish songs. Many dancers wore some green. Therese would have won the members draw but alas, she was absent. It will jackpot. It was quite warm, we did finish a little early.
10th March 2022
A brilliant first night at Northside. 30 dancers ready to go.
2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, at least early on - it settled to 2 squares later on.
A few on the sick list, I hope they'll be back with us soon.
Great to have Rob & Elaine with us, and they brought a visitor, Arthur from Gulgong, N.S.W.
Of course, I had Elaine on stage for a few calls. Dancers enjoyed our duet, "It takes 2".
I also tried out a few of my new songs, they went down well.
Viv won the members draw. Already looking forward to next week.
We are hosting the Society AGM dance on Sunday.
Dance starts at 2pm - then the AGM - more dancing afterwards, if time permits, gotta finish by 5pm.
3rd March 2022
Had to cancel tonight due to the weather. Flash flooding of most of Brisbnae, just not safe to be out on the roads.
18th January 2022
Unfortunately, we have postponed the start of the square dance year due to covid.
We recommence dancing at 7pm on the 3rd March 2020, hope you can be there.
Christmas Party and Break-Up night.
The weather was not kind to us, rains and showers all day.
I'm sure our numbers were a little down due to the weather.
We still had 20 dancers in the hall. Decorations simple but effective, everyone loved the new Christmas tree. Plenty of raffle prizes. There was no door entry fee, but everybody bought raffle tickets.
Plenty of great Christmas music to dance to.
Great to see Hazel P. with us for the first time in quite a while, she also won the members draw. We finished about 15 minutes early for a fabulous supper, plenty of food for all. Thank you to all who brought a plate and to all who donated a raffle prize. Thank you all for a great finish to 2022, and may next year be even better.
We are back to dancing at Northside Promenaders on the 2nd of February 2023.
Enjoy a happy and safe Christmas and New year with family & friends, return refreshed in February.
24th November 2022
Quite a good night at Northside last night.
20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but 1 bracket.
Dancers keeping me on my toes with some of the requested song choices, but it keeps it interesting. Ron won the members draw - it will be reset for the Christmas party next week - it will go off.
We hope to see you all next week for the final dance of 2022.
Dress in Christmas casual, please bring a plate and if you wish, a small raffle prize donation. See you there.
17th November 2022
Had a great time last night at Northside.
22 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but 3 brackets.
The last time we had more than 20 dancers was back in early August.
Great to have Chris H. back with us. Also Barry P. and Heather after a recent Covid illness.
Just so good to see a full hall. Did a short workshop bracket on Dixie Style to O/W.
Lyndel would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot again.
Finished the night with a 3 number request Singing Call bracket. Christmas party is only 2 weeks away.
10th November2022
Quite a low numbers night at Northside. But we had a great time anyway. 11 dancers in the hall - so we only danced the 1 square. The members draw did not go off, so it will jackpot.
Kym & Graham were there, so we played around with teaching Spin Chain Thru from many Arrangements and Formations. For the others, we played with Dixie Style and Reverse Dixie Style to an Ocean wave.
It all went well. Only a few weeks until our Christmas Break-up on the 1st December.
3rd November2022
What a great night weatherwise for dancing. We had 15 dancers in the hall - so we danced 1 square all night. That 1 extra person would have been nice. Still we had a lot of fun. The members draw did not go off, so it will jackpot. Did a few request songs and finished the night with 3 Singing Calls (all requests). only 4 dance nights to go this year. Our last night is the 1st December - bring a plate - wear your favourite Christmas gear - there will be a raffle - if you wish - donate a small prize for the raffle. Next year we will be introducing 5th Thursday Theme nights - I will have a program soon.
Real news of the night - John S. has shaved off - he looks younger. But he never looked that old anyway.
27th October 2022
Well, the predicted storms did not happen.
16 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares early on, but finished with 1.
It was quite a fun night. I brought in the list of Singing Calls for dancers to choose from, they were amazed at how many songs I do have (1500).
We had Doug from another local dance club (Ballroom /New Vogue) come along to see what we do.
We had him up in a quick learner bracket, he did well.
Later on we had a Rectangle (6 Couple) dance - it went well, something a little different.
Carol O. won the members draw - it will reset for next week.
Only 5 more dance nights this year. Our Christmas party is the 1st December.
Bring a Plate - Dress Christmassy - and if you wish to - donate a raffle prize - we'll finish the year with a bang.
20th October 2022
Absolute brilliant dance night at Northside.
We had 19 dancers in the hall and danced 2 squares for most of the night.
Did quite a few older Singing Calls (ie Louisiana Man & Makin' Whoopie) but a lot of newer Hoedowns (Hot & Spicy & Zydeco). John S. won the members draw, so it will reset for next week.
Finished the night with "Rockin' in Rosalie's Boat" and "Rockin' Pnuemonia & the Boogie Woogie Flu".
Our Christmas Party and Break Up is in 6 weeks on the 1st of December.
Bring a Plate, dress Christmassy, there will be a raffle.
13th October 2022
The weather is improving - we had the windows open and fans on last night.
15 dancers in the hall - obviously we danced 1 square all night - if only we had that 1 more person.
It's a busy time of year and still a few with ilness.
My apologies - I was supposed to do a birthday call for Desiree last night - but my mind turned to mush and I missed it (John did remind me) and it is a biggy!!!! Happy birthday Desiree.
Sue E. would have won the members draw - we haven't seen her for a while.
We finished the night with a 3 number Singing Call bracket.
7 weeks of dancing left this year - Christmas Party & Break Up on the 1st of December.
6th October 2022
Another fun night at Northside. We danced just the one square all night. 14 dancers in the hall - might have to get used to the idea that this is the new normal. We've only cracked 20 dancers, 6 times this year.
Rob D. would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot for next week.
I know quite a few will be at the Shindig this weekend, see you there.
Only 8 weeks until our Christmas party/ End of Year dance.
29th September 2022
Another fun night at Northside.
Numbers down for all sorts of reasons - Travel, School Holidays, Illness, etc. - let's hope it picks up soon.
15 dancers in the hall - 1 square all night.
Sharyn won the members draw, it will reset for next week.
Finished the night with a 3 number singing call bracket.
Don't forget the Shindig with Gary P. is next weekend.
22nd September 2022
Well, what to say about last night. Eventually got 8 dancers in the hall - not enough Plus dancers, so we danced Mainstream all night. Great to see Barry B. back with us and we hadn't seen Arthur for a little while.
John S. would have won the members draw. Did a few requests - Everyone seemed to have a good time.
Maybe it was a combination of public holiday, early poor weather, etc., etc.
We can only hope for better numbers next week.
15th September 2022
If you weren't there, you missed a great night.
Still a few away, but 18 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
In fact the Plus dancers were there and so enthusiastic, we started 20 minutes early.
Great to have Darryl, Margie, Freda & Neil back after their recent tussles with covid.
Lots of requests and new music. Barry B. would have won the members draw.
I'm getting word that Barry may be back with us soon - looking forward to it.
Finished the night with a 3 number Singing Call request bracket.
Thanks to all the dancers for making our club what it is.
If you have a little spare time - maybe join us on a Tuesday night for the Society Beginners Class as an Angel.
8th September 2022
What a night at Northside last night. Can't begin to tell you what a great time was had by all. Numbers still well down due to quite a number recovering from illness. 18 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares for most of the night. It basically ended up being an alphabet night. Dancers picked a letter of the alphabet, then I chose a song starting with that letter. Some oldies came up and were enjoyed by all.
Goody won the members draw, so it resets for next week.
I'm looking forward to welcoming back all our friends on the sick list.
1st September 2022
15 dancers in the hall - we danced 1 square all night. The members draw did not go off.
25th August 2022
No dancing, a few dancers have tested positive to covid and we are being very cautious.
18th August 2022
The sick list is really affecting numbers but we still had 17 dancers in the hall.
Started the Plus with only 1 square, but as people arrived, we danced the rest of the night with 2.
Marty would have won the members draw but it will jackpot. Did quite a few request songs.
Finished the night with a 3 number Singing call bracket.
If you have the time, please join us on Tuesday night for the Society beginners class as Angels.
11th August 2022
Numbers a little down due to illness. 16 Dancers in the hall. We started the night with 1 square, then 2 - did a 6 couple rectangle in the middle - finished a little early. Margie won the members draw.
Thanks to John & Desiree for carrying our Banner at the State Convention.
4th August 2022
Great night at Northside last night. 21 dancers in the hall - I thought we may be down on numbers because of the Convention this weekend. But..... we danced 2 squares for all but one bracket. Great to have David & Faith with us, it's been a while. Did a few requests. Elsa won the members draw, so it will reset for next week.
Mike & Di away for a couple of Thursdays - Enjoy yourselves up North. Thanks to Sheryl for taking on the door duties. See the rest of you at the State Convention.
28th July 2022
Another cool night at Northside, but at least it was dry. 18 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but 2 brackets during the night. Margie won the members draw, so it's back to $5 next week. Yes, we are dancing next week. It is the night before State Convention, but maybe we'll catch a few travellers as they head towards Buderim. I did practice a few calls that I may use during the Convention - finished the night with 2 brackets of Singing calls. Thanks Desiree & John - they will be carrying our banner at the Convention banner parade.
Thanks everyone, for turning out to dance on these cold nights, I know the lounge chair can be awfully tempting during Winter.
21st July 2022
It's raining again. No Dancing at Northside - Too unsafe to be on the roads.
15th July 2022
Another very chilly night at Northside. 18 dancers in attendance, we danced 2 squares for most of the night.
A number of our members are recovering from various illnesses & procedures, we wish you all well - see you back on the dance floor soon. Ron P. would have won the members draw, but it will continue to jackpot.
Some of our random pick Singing Calls turned out to be quite fun last night and finished the night with a request bracket. Only 3 weeks until the State Convention at Buderim, really looking forward to that dance.
7th July 2022
A cold but enjoyable night at Northside. Heaters were going all night. 18 dancers in the hall.
Started with 1 square for Plus, but then 2. Danced most of the Mainstream with 2 squares.
Just off the top of my head, counted 12 regulars that were away. We hope to see you all back soon.
Gail M. would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot for next week.
Finished the night with a couple of popular singing calls.
30th June 2022
Another good night at Northside. A few away for various reasons.
Still 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
It was the first time in weeks that we didn't have the heaters on.
Played a lot with Spin Chain Thru from various arrangements.
Joan won the members draw, she says it's her first ever win - couldn't happen to a nicer lady.
I know you'll all join us in wishing Barry B. all the best for his continuing medical issues.
A few events coming up - State Convention and Brian's beach bash in August.
Shindig on the mountain in October. Check out the club noticeboard for details.
23rd June 2022
We all enjoyed the night. Quite a number of apologies, but still 18 dancers in the hall.
We danced 2 squares about 1/2 the night.
Great to have Faith (David) & John (Desiree) back on the dance floor after recent health issues.
I have a Rock 'n' Roll themed dance this weekend, so I took the opportunity to practice a few of those tunes.
Also did a few requests, "Beautiful Noise" still proving quite popular.
Hazel would have won the members draw, but instead, it will continue to jackpot.
Everybody keep warm and we'll see you next week.
16th June 2022
Thanks to all the dancers that choose to still come out on these cold, cold nights. Another good night at Northside. 21 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares for all but one bracket last night. That was when everyone needed a cuppa. Great to have Heather, Barry and Fay back with us last night.
Also Arthur after his recent caravan adventure. A few on the sick list, we hope they'll be well very soon.
Therese would have won the members draw, but alas, it will jackpot for next week.
9th June 2022
It really is Winter now. Great night at Northside. 20 dancers + John in the hall.
We danced 2 squares most of the night. Great to have Faith back on the dance floor for the first time this year. Had a couple of new songs to try out, they went well with the dancers. Barry won the members draw, it resets for next week. Maybe we'll see you at the Society AGM on Sunday ??
2nd June 2022
Wonderful night at Northside. A little chilly - doors closed with the heaters on.
Numbers improving, 21 dancers on the floor, plus a couple of partners still not dancing due to recent medical issues. Plus started with 1 square for the first bracket - after that it was 2 squares for the rest of the night.
Great to have Ron & Hazel back dancing with us.
Martin would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot again for next week.
Did a few new songs and finished the night with the classic "Rockin' in Rosalie's Boat".
26th May 2022
First day in weeks that I can remember being Sunny with no rain. We had a ball at Northside. 18 dancers and 2 recovering from medical issues. Had 2 squares for Plus (eventually) and we mostly danced 2 for Mainstream. Great to see David & Faith back, as well as Neil. Tried out a couple of new Singers & Hoedowns.
John E. would have won the members draw, but it will Jack pot.
Upcoming events - Logan is hosting the QCA for a dance on the 11th June at their hall at Crestmead. The Society is having their re-scheduled AGM at 11am on the 12th June at the Nundah Community Hall. Members, please consider attending - without a quorum of members, no Society business can be conducted - The Society only has until the 30th June to conduct a proper AGM (Fair Trading rules).
19th May 2022
A good night at Northside. Numbers still a little down with 17 dancers in the hall. We did dance 2 squares for most of the night. Great to see John and Desiree back. John not dancing yet after a recent Op. Did a few new songs and a few Random Song picks. I did have to decline 1 song. The tune didn't come to me, I must practice it so it's there next time. Barry P., would have taken the members draw, but he wasn't dancing last night.
We do look forward to having our travellers back soon. We wish those on the sick list, a speedy recovery.
As they say on GOT "Winter is coming", I can't remember the last time we didn't have the fans on in the hall.
A few now enjoying a cuppa during the evening. Quite a few of our dancers starting to make bookings for the 39th State Convention (3rd time Lucky) and Brian's Beach Bash (Hervey Bay) in August. I know you all join us in condolences to Viv and family, her husband Blair passed recently. The club has sent a card.
12th May 2022
Another "Rain Bomb" has hit Brisbane. No Dancing at Northside - Too unsafe to be on the roads.
5th May 2022
Covid, Other illnesses and Travel are certainly taking their toll on our numbers - 13 dancers in the hall last night - obviously we danced 1 square all night. I'm getting similar reports from other clubs in Brisbane and regions. But we still had a good night, though we did finish a little early. Quite a few singing call requests and a few from the dancers favourites folder. Goody won the members draw, it'll reset for next week. We look forward to more of our members returning soon - get well, all of you.
28th April 2022
Another enjoyable night at Northside. Only 15 dancers in the hall, but we had a ball. Obviously only 1 square dancing except for the 6 Couple Rectangle bracket.
Rob Davis would have won the members draw, but it will jackpot.
Finished the night with a couple of Singing Calls from the Dancers Favourites list.
Don't forget, it's Lawrie's funeral next Tuesday - I'm sure we'll all be thinking of Pat and the family.
21st April 2022
Fabulous night at Northside. 19 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
Quite a few apologies due to illness, holidays, etc.
Did quite a few of my newest songs, they are developing quite well.
Barry P. would have won the members draw, but alas he was absent.
I have had messages in the last week from Rod & Margaret and Phil & Yvonne - both couples have decided to hang up their dance shoes - we will miss them all dearly.
I notice that our Supper is becoming popular again, after it was re-instated recently.
Enjoy your ANZAC weekend - thank you to all who have served.
14th April 2022
It was a bit of a slow night at Northside. 12 dancers in the hall. Maybe we'll re-think whether we dance on the Easter Thursday for next year, traffic around town was horrendous for the long weekend exodus. So we danced one square all night until the last bracket - where we did a 6 couple rectangle.
Did a few of my new songs throughout the evening. Bill won the members draw. We finished a little early.
7th April 2022
The weather has decided to co-operate.
A little cooler and no rain. 17 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares about 2/3 of the time.
I had 3 new Singing Calls and a new Hoedown to debut.
A bit of variety, ie Elvis, Bryan Ferry and Otis Redding - all well recieved by the dancers.
Elsa won the members draw , so it starts fresh again next week.
We are back to Tea, Coffee and a Biscuit next week - biscuits are indivually wrapped portions, just to be safer. To all our members on the sick parade:-
We hope you are recovering well and we'll see you back on the dance floor soon.
31st March 2022
Another good night at Northside. 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares from start to finish. At least it's starting to feel a bit like Autumn - just a little cooler. Still quite a number on the sick parade - we hope you're all doing well and will be back with us soon. Di won the members draw , so it's back to $5 next week.
Welcome to our newest member Daryl, he's been dancing with a while now, he now has a club badge.
Finished the night with a 3 number Singing Call request bracket.
24th March 2022
A good night at Northside. Numbers are down due to a number on the Sick parade. 17 dancers in the hall, we danced 2 squares all night long. Yes, it's been hot. Did a few requests and some of my newer songs. Martin would have won the members draw, but alas, it jackpots again for next week. We only had 15 dancers for the last bracket. Rather than have anyone sit down, I put on a couple of my vocal tracks and I danced in the square. Beats trying to dance & call. Autumn has to kick in soon.
17th March 2022
St. Patricks' day at Northside. 20 Dancers in the hall - we started and finished with 2 squares. I did a couples of new songs and bunch of Irish songs. Many dancers wore some green. Therese would have won the members draw but alas, she was absent. It will jackpot. It was quite warm, we did finish a little early.
10th March 2022
A brilliant first night at Northside. 30 dancers ready to go.
2 squares for Plus and 3 for Mainstream, at least early on - it settled to 2 squares later on.
A few on the sick list, I hope they'll be back with us soon.
Great to have Rob & Elaine with us, and they brought a visitor, Arthur from Gulgong, N.S.W.
Of course, I had Elaine on stage for a few calls. Dancers enjoyed our duet, "It takes 2".
I also tried out a few of my new songs, they went down well.
Viv won the members draw. Already looking forward to next week.
We are hosting the Society AGM dance on Sunday.
Dance starts at 2pm - then the AGM - more dancing afterwards, if time permits, gotta finish by 5pm.
3rd March 2022
Had to cancel tonight due to the weather. Flash flooding of most of Brisbnae, just not safe to be out on the roads.
18th January 2022
Unfortunately, we have postponed the start of the square dance year due to covid.
We recommence dancing at 7pm on the 3rd March 2020, hope you can be there.