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The Phoenix Chapter of USA Dance
proudly presents our monthly "Dancin' Newz"
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The Dancin’ Newz is provided as a courtesy to the entire dance community. 
Anyone is welcome to submit info regarding a special, one-time event. 
You only need ask. Deadline is the 25th of each month.  Thank you.

If you’d like to be added to our email list, just click here: Contact Us

 

Dancin’ Newz –  July 2010 Issue

 

Hello, dancing friends!

 

NEXT CHAPTER DANCE:  Saturday, July 10 – HAWAIIAN NIGHT!

 

  • 7:00 – 11:00pm. 
  • Arthur Murray Studio - Phoenix, 1210 E. Indian School Rd. (cross street 12th St.) Parking behind the bldg.
  • Class in Waltz included at 7:15, taught by guest instructor, Chad & Marie Burson
  • Performances, light refreshments, mixers, dance hosts.  Time to break out your coolest “Hawaiian wear”!
  • To download flyer, click on this link from our website: http://phoenixusadance.org/events.html

 

BLACK TIE EVENT – Saturday, Oct. 2


Yes, it’s time once again for our chapter’s always-fun gala dinner/dance event of the year. Here are a few details:

  • Location: We’re back to the newly renovated San Tan Ballroom at the Cottonwood Country Club, 25630 Brentwood Dr., Sun Lakes, AZ  85248
  • Time: Doors open at 6:00 for registration, no-host cocktail bar and open dancing. Sit-down dinner served at 7:00.  General dancing and entertainment from 8-11pm.
  • Dinner: Two choices again this year – either chicken chasseur or grilled salmon.  Additional items on detailed info sheet which will be available at the dance, online soon, and will also be emailed to everyone.
    When purchasing admission, please tell Sherry your dinner choice
    (see below for purchase info.)
  • Music: Dance to the terrific tunes of Colorado Connection – vocalists, entertainers & DJs, Rick and Jacquie Silva.
  • Pro Show:  Chad & Marie Burson will enthrall us with a three-dance performance. Chad & Marie are two-time Open Professional International Standard Champions of the Colorado Star Ball.  Visit: http://www.chadandmarieburson.com/
  • Admission Fees: $35 for members; $45 for non-members of USA Dance.
  • Limited Admission:  This year will be limited to 200 guests, so please purchase admission as quickly as you can.
  • Purchase Info: Advance admission sales for MEMBERS ONLY will be available at the July dance. Admission sales will open to everyone on August 1.  Make checks payable to “USA Dance, #4033.” Registrar Sherry Parmon will need to know your member number, email address for purchase confirmation, dinner choice and any dietary needs. After the July dance, members can mail admission fees/info directly to Sherry.  Full address & details to follow soon. Whoo-hoo!

 

 

NEIGHBORING CHAPTER EVENT

 

2nd MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S BALL - FLAGSTAFF

  • Formal/semi-formal dinner, dancing and entertainment
  • Sponsored by the North Central Arizona chapter of USA Dance & Flagstaff Cultural Partners
  • Saturday, August 14, 7-11pm (dinner from 7-8pm)
  • $45 for USA Dance members; $50 non-members; $35 students
  • NAU Ashurst Auditorium
  • Send check/money order to USA Dance Chapter #4040, c/o Nancy Williams, PO Box 7, Flagstaff, AZ 86002
  • For more info, email FlagstaffUSADance@yahoo.com or call 928-526-8824

 

“PRESIDENT’S POINT OF VIEW” by our chapter President, Sherry Parmon

(excerpt from the April edition of Dance Chatter)


We just finished having our chapter dance, and it’s nice to reflect upon how well things went. We had a nice turnout, a good show, and a wonderful volunteer crew. I’m left with a feeling of satisfaction at a job well done and knowing that people are willing to volunteer to help keep the organization going. We are continuing to plan events which include the Black Tie and the fabulous National Qualifying Competition in Feb., which Felix will explain more about in his Competition Corner. In the back of my brain, I keep thinking that there will be a few people out there who will be willing to join the board in order to really keep things going. We have over 100 active members of this organization who participate in our events, and many of these members, as well as non-members, help in small ways. We couldn’t have gotten this far without their help and support.

However, we really do need people to join the board. I know how busy and over-extended and stressed most people are today, but we will lose a valuable resource to the dance community if we can’t continue. Our secretary, Priscilla Dean, will be resigning at the end of the year, and I’m not sure about other board members at this point. According to our National Organization, we need the four basic officers: president, vice president, treasurer and secretary, plus three directors-at-large. We should have seven board members, but are already down a person with six. Our board terms are two years, but we are considering making our next election a one-year commitment. The year goes fast and this may be more doable to some people. We are looking for people who enjoy dancing on any level, even if you’re a beginner, who can participate in most of the events, which include six dances, a black tie, a competition and six board meetings. Of course we know that people have jobs and personal lives so we understand if you can’t make it to everything.

We need people who enjoy working with other people and are open-minded to another person’s point of view. We are a democracy and vote on all important issues. We also need people who are on email often because with only six board meetings a year, we frequently communicate by email. After elections are over, it’s up to the new Board to decide the officers and who will play what role.

It is not a matter of “they’ll figure it out” - “they’ll make do somehow” or “it’s not my problem”. We are in a serious situation regarding the continuation of our chapter and our membership needs to step up. It’s no joke that our competition in February 2011 may be our last event. I wouldn’t have been on the board for almost six years if it wasn’t a rewarding activity. We have put on great events and I’ve made wonderful friends, and if I can do it, anyone can. I know the unknown can be intimidating, so please come to the Aug. 8 board meeting with no obligation other than see what it’s like and possibly ask questions.  Thank you. Sherry.

 

A NOTE FROM NATIONAL

Attention All USA Dance Members & Friends: We need the help of all our members & supporters right away!

PLEASE VOTE ONLINE TODAY  to nominate USA DANCE 2010 National DanceSport Championships as the Best Single Amateur Sports Event AND ALSO Best Multi-Sports Amateur Sports Event in the World, -- a prestigious annual recognition sponsored by Sports Travel Magazine and the SportsTravel Awards 2010.  The SportsTravel Awards will be presented at the TEAMS 2010 Conference & Expo in Charlotte NC, October 18-22.
 
It's time that USA Dance Nationals and DanceSport be at the top of the list of recognized sport events!! We made the ballot last year thanks to our members pulling together and voting online.  We could win this time, because we won't be competing against the Olympics.
 
ALL YOU DO IS click on or paste the link below into your browser, and type in the full name of our event on the ballot -- USA Dance 2010 National DanceSport Championships  - http://vote.schneiderpublishing.com/ballot/ 
 
Deadline for nominations is Friday, July 16, 2010, at 5 p.m. PDT so take a moment to vote now - don't miss this chance to give our premier event the recognition it deserves. 

Be sure you check out all the videos from Nationals 2010 on YouTube - AWESOME!
Go to: USA DANCE INC and also to PARADIGM DVD

 

 

UPCOMING DANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Note: The following events are NOT USA Dance affiliated.

For info on regularly occurring dance events, see “Ballroom at a Glance” on our website.

 
 

NEW THURDAY NIGHT SWING DANCE LOCATION:  Ambiant Dance

  • Starting July 1st
  • 7:30 – 8:30:  East Coast Swing dance lesson with 
    Steve Conrad & Becky Lee
  • 8:30 – 10:30: DJ or Live Band
  • $7 – all ages welcome
  • Location: 16597 North 92nd St., Scottsdale 85260
  • Visit The AZ Lindy Hop Society at www.AZLindy.com for more events & information

 

STARS SIZZLIN’ SUMMER SHOWCASE

  • Saturday, July 17, doors open at 7pm
  • Dance exhibitions, open dancing, refreshments, door prizes
  • Ballroom, Latin, country, hustle and swing
  • Cocktail attire recommended
  • $20 in advance, $25 at the door
  • Stars Ballroom, 2848 S. Carriage Lane (SW corner of Guadalupe & the 101), Mesa, 85202
  • Contact Mona at 480-491-2393 or
    email her at: info@shallwedancephoenix.com
    for info or tickets: http://shallwedancephoenix.com

 

AUDITIONING DANCERS

 

“DANCE BEAT AROUND THE WORLD” - PARAGON SHOWCASE

  • Take a magical trip around the world of ballroom dance
  • Professional and amateur performances
  • Social dancing afterwards + light refreshments
  • Saturday, August 14, 7pm (doors open at 6:30)
  • $15 in advance - $20 at the door
  • Paragon Dance Center, 931 E. Elliot Rd., Tempe
  • For tickets/details, contact Radomir Pashev at 480-251-9225 or email Devorah Kastner at chachachick@hotmail.com

 

 

Thank you, everyone.  Have a fun & safe Fourth of July celebration.  Mahalo!

Priscilla Dean, Dancin’ Newz Editor

Phoenix USA Dance, #4033

623-551-2324 

 

 

EVENT SUBMISSION POLICY


  • This section is for special, one time events only, limited to one event per person/group
  • Deadline: 25th of each month. Events are listed on a space-available basis
  • All requests must be emailed to our new contact person,
    Ray Palant     at: Ray@PhoenixUSAdance.org using the following template:
    * Name of the event
    * Date, time
    * Brief description of the event
    * Location, directions
    * Price/purchase info
    * Contact info
  • Note: for info on regulary occurring events,
         see  Ballroom at a Glance


                                               

Sherry Parmon, President,
Phoenix USA Dance, #4033
(480) 857-4955
Sherry@PhoenixUSAdance.org

Priscilla Dean

Dancin’ Newz Editor

(623) 551-2324                                               

Priscilla@PhoenixUSAdance.org

 

send submission requests to:

Ray Palant,

Dancin’ Newz contact coordinator

Ray@PhoenixUSAdance.org

http://www.PhoenixUSAdance.org 

                                                                   

         

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The Dancin’ Newz is provided as a courtesy to the entire dance community. 
Anyone is welcome to submit info regarding a special, one-time event. 
You only need ask. Deadline is the 25th of each month.  Thank you.

If you’d like to be added to our email list, just click here: Contact Us



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