February - Rock Hill Area Shag Club

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fEBRUARY 2016
Dean Baker
President of the Rock Hill
Area Shag Club
Hello Fellow RHASC Members,
January has started out with a bang. We presented our budget during the business
meeting at the January party. The budget this year represents how our club is growing. I believe with the strength of our membership we are going to have a great year.
Last month I mentioned that the letter was written before the New Year’s Eve party. That party was a huge success. Everyone I have spoken with had a wonderful time.
Frank did an awesome job with the music and the food was excellent.
Our January party was preceded by a business meeting, and like I said, the budget
for 2016 was discussed and approved by those attending. Gene Hensley, as always,
did a terrific job and the dance floor stayed busy. We had several members at the
Mid-Winter SOS, but our attendance at the party was fantastic. Debra and the Social Committee provided hot dogs and the fixings for dinner. No one walked away
hungry!
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Recently there have been a couple of incidents which exemplify how caring and friendly our club is and how that word is getting around. A couple of weeks ago, a couple
from Spartanburg happened to be at the hotel and wandered in to out Meet and
Greet. By the end of the night, they had bought tickets to out Winter Beach Blast and
then followed up with a card expressing their appreciation for how well they were
treated by our group. Another couple traveling back from Mid-Winter SOS contacted
Ronnie Jackson to say that they would be coming our way and wanted to come to our
monthly party. They came and had a terrific time. They, too, expressed how welcoming
our club was to them. When we go to ACSC meetings and people come up and tell us
how they have heard how friendly and enjoyable our club is, it makes me so proud to
be a part of it. You are the best members in the association!
Please don’t forget to get you Winter Beach Blast tickets and also to get out there
and help us sell them. We also need folks to help out at the Winter Beach Blast, so
please contact Debbie Brown or one of the committee members to sign up for a work
station.
Ronnie Jackson still has SOS cards for sale.
Our February party will be replaced this year with our Winter Beach Blast on February 20th at the American Legion.
As always I would like to encourage you to come to our Friday night Meet and Greet
sessions. We always have such a good time on Friday nights.
I look forward to seeing all of you at our club events. I encourage each of you to visit
our web site at http://www.rock-hill-area-shag-club.com/. Take a look at the calendar
to keep up with upcoming events. You can also access the newsletters, party pictures,
and also learn more about our club.
See you on the dance floor!
Dean Baker
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News from the Social Committee:
I hope everyone survived the ice, sleet, and snow in January and are ready for
February and all the things that we have going on with the Rock Hill Area Shag Club.
The January party was a blast even though we missed those who attended the MidWinter party. We had a good crowd and loads of tailgating spirit fun. We had many
teams represented at the party and everyone dug into the hotdogs with all the fixings.
A BIG thank you to the members who brought desserts – as usual if you ask the members to do something, they do it up big. Our DJ “Genuine” Gene Hensley and his lovely
wife, Pat, showed up in their team colors and Gene kept the floor hopping – Thanks
Gene!
A special thanks go out to those members who came to me and offered to serve on my
committee – the Social Committee for 2016 are:
Debbie (David) Brown
Dennis Brown
Connie Eubanks
Lauren McCauley
Jim Mroz
Judy Prather
Judy Baker
Amy Elkins
Jimmy Eubanks
Barbara (BB) Morrison
Kathy Mroz
Harriet Price
Get ready to come out and enjoy these activities in February:
February 5, 2016 - Friday Night Meet and Greet. Shag lessons will begin at 7:30
pm. Our DJ for the night will be Dean Baker.
February 12, 2016 – Friday Night Meet and Greet. Shag lessons will begin at 7:30
pm. Our DJ for the night will be Frank Price.
February 19, 2016 – NO Friday night Meet and Greet – club party on Saturday.
February 20, 2016 – Winter Beach Blast – everyone get ready for a huge party.
The Entertainers will be performing and Phil Long will fill in as DJ during breaks.
February 26, 2016 – Friday Night Meet and Greet. Line Dance lessons will begin
at 7:30 pm. Our DJ for the night will be David Spainhour.
Looking forward to seeing you all on the dance floor!
Debbie Ledford
Social Committee Chair
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Please keep Craig and Deena Faris in your prayers in the coming weeks. Craig’s mother, Mrs.
Dorothy Faris Whiteside (89) passed away on January 28th unexpectedly. Please be thinking of
Craig and Deena during this trying time and continue to keep them in your daily prayers.
Ramona Stone’s mother, Mrs. Nina M. Appel, passed away on January 31st. Please be thinking of
Ramona and her family and keep them in your prayers.
Congratulations to Denise Wallace, who recently found out (after several months of treatment) that
she was cancer free. She and Larry (Snipes) want to thank everyone for the love and support they
have received during this time. Continue to keep Denise in your prayers.
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Polly Hydrick 1
Amy Elkins 6
Loris Rushing 6
Chuck Howell 7
Bill Biggers 8
Walter Wallace 15
Ruth Cookman 16
Bill Davidson 16
Craig Faris 17
Jack Sweatt 18
Linda Lewis 19
Kyra Poff 20
Della Walker 22
Larry Duncan 24
Sandy Andrews 26
Debbie Fields 28
March Birthdays
Ken Hudspeth 1
Chris Organek 2
Barry Branch 3
Beverly Blew 9
Tammy Covington 16
Dennis Edwards 17
Bill Etheridge 20
Brenda Way 23
Julia Davidson 29
Susan Smith 29
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WINTER BEACH BLAST
FEBRUARY 20, 2016
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO
GET YOUR TICKETS!!
$35 EACH.
WE STILL HAVE A FEW TICKETS LEFT.
CONTACT ME RIGHT AWAY.
YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THE
BEST PARTY OF THE YEAR.
FOOD:
WE ARE ASKING ALL MEMBERS TO BRING (2) MONSTER SIZE
DISHES. WE TRY TO GET A MENU OF SOME SORT, SO I LIKE TO
GET A LIST OF WHAT YOU PLAN TO BRING. THAT WAY WE
DON’T HAVE TOO MUCH OF ONE ITEM. THIS REALLY IS A BIG
HELP. THE FOOD IS USUALLY IN THE FASHION OF A "FAMILY
REUNION" STYLE.
A SMORGASBORD !!
DONATIONS:
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO HAS ALREADY BROUGHT
ITEMS FOR "DOOR PRIZES" AND THE "RAFFLE BASKET". WE
STILL NEED A FEW MORE ITEMS FOR DOOR PRIZES. I HAVE EMAILED A LIST OF WHAT WE HAVE FOR THE RAFFLE BASKET
AND WHAT WE STILL NEED. IF YOU ARE WILLING TO HELP,
PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP. PLEASE BRING ALL ITEMS FOR
THE DOOR PRIZES AND RAFFLE BASKET TO CELEBRATIONS NO
LATER THAN FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12.
THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT.
DEBBIE
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What to Do?
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. Even though it is not a national holiday that we observe
each year, we still don’t want to sweep it under the carpet at though it did not exist. This just might
get you into some real hot water! Valentine’s is one holiday that can get you out of the dog house
(or put you in it!) You can be as creative as you want and get out cheap by designing your very own
gift. If you are lost for ideas, I think I might be able to help. Below is a list of tried and true gift
ideas that have stood the test of time.
1. Cook your spouse their favorite breakfast and serve it up to them in bed. Add a rose to the tray
and you have the beginnings of a wonderful day. Be sure to clean up your mess so he/she doesn’t
have to. That is the key to success on this one.
2. Create a homemade card or poem. Be sure to write it in your own handwriting to make it extra
special!
3. Make a Valentine’s Coupon Book. I would suggest for the woman in your life that you might
include things like “ I will clean all the bathrooms for the month” or “I will clean up the dinner
dishes for a week.” For the man in your life you can include things like “I will take the trash out
for a week” or “You are allowed to have an uninterrupted nap each evening.” You can use your imagination on this one and get as dirty and naughty as you would like!
4. For him, just bake him something sweet or buy a jar of his favorite candy. Very easy to do. You
know the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach!
5. Make a little scrapbook about why you love your spouse. You can include pictures and poetry.
6. Have “Movie and Popcorn Night” at home or go the other route and do a “Candlelight Dinner” at
home. Both would be fun.
7. Plan a picnic lunch at the lake. Add some cheese and cider as appetizers. You might even find
someplace you can build a fire that evening. Do a little stargazing and make a few s’mores for a
romantic evening.
8. Make a mixed CD of all of his/her favorite shag songs. Ask for a dance and you have the makings
of a wonderful evening.
9. Give your spouse a foot or back massage. These never go out of style. Add some sweet smelling
lotion and the evening has just begun.
10. Tape love notes all over the house and car letting your spouse know why you love him/her.
I hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day. Just remember to do something special for the one
that you love! Be funny, romantic, whimsical, or nostalgic….just make that special someone feel loved
and appreciated!
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RHASC 2016 Tailgating Party
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Football Fun Night!
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Pick Your Team!
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A Great Big RHASC Welcome to our
Newest members!
Jim Balik
Jill Balik
Daniel Baker
Not pictured: Larry Duncan, Libba Duncan, Denise Johnson, and
Paul Allison
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7TH ANNUAL
Hosted by
Rock Hill Area Shag Club
February 20, 2016
7pm—MIDNIGHT
(Doors open at 6:00)
$35 per person
SOLD IN ADVANCE ONLY!
HEAVY HORS D’OEUVRES
FREE SHOOTERS
FREE BEER
50/50 DRAWING
DOOR PRIZE DRAWINGS
RAFFLE BASKET
(Proceeds from Raffle Basket go to
“Hall of Fame Foundation”)
RECOMMENDED HOTEL:
WINGATE by Wyndam
760 Galleria Blvd., Rock Hill, SC 29732
803-324-9000—Must Reserve by 2/1/16
RATE: $89.90 Includes Tax & Breakfast
MENTION ROCK HILL SHAG CLUB
For Tickets, Contact:
Debbie Brown
803-242-6104 or
shagdeb@comporium.net
CASH
BAR!
GREAT PRICES!
NO COOLERS
ALLOWED!!!
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Let’s Boogie Woogie!
JUNIOR SHAG LESSONS
at Lynn’s Dance Club
4819 S. Tyron Street, Charlotte, NC
Sponsored by the Charlotte Shag Club
FREE Junior Shag Dance Lessons on
Thursday’s with Ashley & Tobitha Stewart
Class Times:
Beginner Class from 5:45pm to 6:15pm
Intermediate/Advance Class from 6:15pm to 6:50pm
June 2nd
June 16th
July - No Class - Summer Break
August - No Class - Summer Break
September 1st
September 15th
October 6th
October 20th
November 3rd
November 17th
December - No Class - Holiday
Break
January 7th
January 21st
February 4th
February 18th
March 3rd
March 17th
March 31st
April &7th
May 5th
May 19th
Charlotte Area Junior Shaggers
Visit our Facebook Page to find out what is happening each week!
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A Shag Dance Event Designed For Those Under Age 21
March 18- 20, 2016 At The Old Mooresville Skating Rink
Learn To Shag Or Improve
Your Skills And Enjoy The
Music While Having Fun!
FREE
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FREE
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Introductory Lessons For Those Who Have Never Shag Danced Before
Intermediate And Advanced Lessons For Those Who Want To Improve
Shag Dance Demonstrations By Award Winning Dancers
Demonstration By The Award Winning Junior Shag Dance Team
“ Cyclone” Line Dance Instruction, And Other Line Dance Fun
Mixed Doubles Shag Contest, Karaoke, A Photo Booth And Much More
Lots Of Open, Social Dance Time For All Ages And Skill Levels
Inexpensive Food And Drink Options Will Be Available All Weekend Long
Additional One-On- One Support For Those Who Want Some Extra Help Learning
Shag Instructional Videos, Shag Dance Shoes, And Other Items Will Be Available
Many More Surprises And Fun Activities Planned. Check Our Web Site For More Info.
Professional s hag dance instructors, members of the C ompetitive S haggers Ass ociation, members of th e
Junior Shaggers Ass ociation, members of the As sociation of Carolina S hag Clubs, members of
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Associa tion of Beach and S hag Cl ub DJ’ s, and members of y our local, host organization (Twis ter’ s Shag
Club and www. Go Shagging. com) are all helping with this ev ent. Spons ors hips als o av ailable. C ontact us!
Hours: Fri 6pm-1am. Sat 9:00am-1am. Sun 9am-1pm. For more details and updates, visit www.JuniorCyclone.com.
If you have a question not answered on our web site, please E-mail JuniorCyclone@GoShagging.com or call our hotline at 704-892-9044.
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Hwy 150
Cancellations less than 14 days in advance result in a one-night charge.
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HURRY! EVERYONE WANTS TO COME BE PART OF THIS
AWESOME EVENT, MEET FRIENDS AND HAVE FUN!
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South, Toward Charlotte
Tickets $15 each if postmarked by 02/20, then $20. All will be held at the door!
List the name of each attendee, and include the age of any guest under age 21.
2714 Charlotte Highway (Hwy 21)
Mooresville, NC 28115
Note 3:
1 Mile
Hwy 21
You must mention the Junior Cyclone shag party to get this rate
and to use shuttle bus transportation that we are planning to provide.
Note 2:
Map Is Not To Scale And Does
Not Show All Intersections!
Rink
You must use this hotel phone number to make your reservation
North, Toward Statesville
Walmart
Note 1:
Fairfield Inn By Marriott - $89 - Call 704-663-6100 (At the F on this map)
I-77
Hotel:
PayPal & Credit
Card Orders Taken
On Our Web Site
Name(s)
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone:
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Please Print The E-mail
Address Of Each Guest:
Use The Back, If Necessary.
Send Form And Money To: Twister’s Shag Club, PO Box 2310, Cornelius NC 28031
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ACSC 2016 Summer Workshop
Southern Comfort XIX
$75
Columbia, S.C.
July 8—10 2016
Hosted by Palmetto Shag Club
$85 after
5/31/2016
Park and Party
Double Tree by Hilton 2100 Bush River Rd, Columbia, SC 29210 Bush River Rd at I-20
Room Rate: $116 Call with Group Code PSG (803) 731-0300
or book online at http://bit.ly/1CZ6pNh
Reduced Hotel Room Rate ends on May 31, 2016—limited to 200 rooms
All rooms include a Refrigerator, King and two Queen Beds Available
Suites are available at additional cost
Spacious Ballroom with Professional Dance Floor
SATURDAY July 9
FRIDAY July 8
7:00am – 9:00am Buffet breakfast for Hotel Guests
9:00am – 9:00pm Registration
8:00am—10:00am Buffet breakfast for Hotel Guests
9:00am— 3:00pm SOS Board Meeting—Capital Room
2:00pm—10:00pm Registration
Pool Party
Noon — 4:00pm DJ SKIP MALLIOS
2:00 pm—3:00pm Complimentary Beer & Wine
Lexington Hospitality Suite
3:00pm—6:00pm DJ BILLY FANNING
Lexington Hospitality Suite
3:00pm – 6:00pm DJ BILLY FANNING
Congaree Ballroom
10:00am – 2:00pm ACSC Membership Meeting
3:00pm – 6:00pm DJ JOHN (FLETCH) FLETCHER
Congaree Ballroom
6:00pm— 9:00pm DJ SKIP MALLIOS
9:00pm—Mid-Night DJ BILLY WALDREP
Super Hospitality Suite
3:00pm – 4:00pm Line Dance with
BRENDA TAYLOR
Dance Floor —Open Bar—Food
Free Shag & Line Dance Workshops
Split Pot Drawings
Chinese Auction Fabulous Vendors
4:00pm – 5:00pm Workshop with
CHARLIE WOMBLE & JACKIE MCGEE
6:00pm – 9:00pm DJ RODNEY STILL
7:00pm – 8:00pm Dinner Served
9:00pm – Mid-Night DJ BUCK CRUMPTON
$75/ person—$85 after 5/31/2016
Reserved Tables of 10 are available
For more info contact Susan Martin at
susan.martin956@gmail.com
or call (803) 609-8170
SUNDAY July 10
8:00 am – 10:00 am Buffet breakfast for Hotel Guests
Event Co—Chairs: Susan & Cecil Martin
Make checks payable to Palmetto Shag Club and Mail to: Palmetto Shag Club, P. O. Box 7232, Columbia, S.C. 29202
or process on-line at www.palmettoshagclub.com using a Credit Card or PayPal
Name
Amt. Enclosed:
Address:
City:
Phone #:
State:
Email:
Zip:
Shag Club:
Confirmation by Email
No Refunds—Name Changes Allowed
NO ONE UNDER 21 ADMITTED
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Park and Party
www.palmettoshagclub.com
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To View Shag Events on our website, go to:
http://shagdance.com/clubparties.htm
A Proud Member of:
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*Ad to be published monthly in newsletter and on website.
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South Carolina and North Carolina.
Please complete the form below and attach a clear copy of your
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2016 Club Officers and Committees
President
Dean Baker
803.230.1605
jdbaker1218@gmail.com
Vice President
Ronnie Jackson
803-366-9010
ronjack1@comporium.net
Secretary
Terry Branch
tbranch1960@gmail.com
Treasurer
Debbie Brown
shagdeb@comporium.net
Sergeant Of Arms
Marty McCauley
Governor’s Board
Phil Long
Jesse Boatwright
Allen Elliott
Social Committee Chairperson
Debra Ledford
debra0249@outlook.com
Social Committee;
Debbie (David) Brown
Dennis Brown
Connie Eubanks
Lauren McCauley
Jim Mroz
Judy Prather
Judy Baker
Amy Elkins
Jimmy Eubanks
Barbara (BB) Morrison
Kathy Mroz
Harriet Price
Telephone Committee
Kaye and Fred Funderburk
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5th Saturday Party Chairperson
Max Phillips
803.366.1595
thephillips1@comporium.net
News Letter
Kaye Craig-Hughes
khughs@comporium.net
Webmaster
Gail Davis
803-329-2421
Winter Beach Blast
Debbie Brown
shagdeb@comporium.net
New Members
Maria and Steve Williams
803-684-4721
smwilliams05@bellsouth.net
Club DJ
Frank Price
803-328-1683
frankshagmusic@yahoo.com
Club Photographer
Judy Baker
704-913-2911
judybaker713@yahoo.com
Ways and Means Chairperson
Tommy Davis
803-329-2421
Ways and Means Committee Members
Tommy and Gail Davis
Candy Long
Terry Branch
Frank and Harriet Price
Max and Pansy Phillips
Ducky Moore
Brenda Jackson
Float Committee Chairperson
Dennis Brown
dennisrhasc@gmail.com
Facebook
Candy Long
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