Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  We had a great turnout again last week, you are all maximizing your chances to dance while the calendar still reads 2010.  But I want to remind you that there is one more chance to dance in 2010, as well as a great chance to dance in 2011 in style.

 

We are having our New Year's Eve party tomorrow!  There'll be dancing from 9 PM - 1 AM and a delicious New Year's Eve breakfast.  We are at the studio, so come on down and don't miss out on the fun.  Cost at the door is $15.  Get dressed up however you feel, bring a snack to share if you're inclined, and definitely bring your dancing shoes, you're going to need them before the year is over.

 

That's it for this week, hope to see you all tomorrow night!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  We had a great turnout last week, thanks to everybody who came out.  A few quick things to point out for all of you:

 

WE ARE DANCING THIS SUNDAY, NORMAL SCHEDULE

 

THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO GET YOUR NYE TICKETS FOR ONLY $10

 

That's right, we have a New Year's Eve party at the studio on Dec 31st from 9 PM to 1 AM!  We'll swing in the new year in style and hope you'll join us!  New Year's breakfast will be catered, but feel free to bring snacks to spread some holiday cheer.  If you can't buy your ticket this Sunday don't worry, you can get in at the door for only $15 and enjoy all the same perks.

 

BIG EVENTS

January 30th is the return of SOUL NIGHT!!!!  Get your boogie shoes ready, it's going to be great!
 
July 15-17, 2011 - It's the return of Sunflower Swing!  We have venues and instructors lined up, it's going to be a great, great time.  Two days of classes with some of the best the midwest has to offer and three great nights of dancing!  Mark your calendars now, it's going to be a party of epic proportions.
 
SUNDAY CLASSES
Remember we've adjusted the format but still have an awesome lineup of dance learning for you to take part in:
 
December we have a special holiday treat:  West Coast Swing with Harry Reese!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 West Coast Swing
 
January we're going to kick things up a notch with Partner Charleston!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 Partner Charleston
 
OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, and a rotating taster class at 8:30 PM.  This month is FUNdamentals!  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details! 

 

In addition to that, we're having auditions for our competitive team Monday, March 7th.  Open to all who are interested, check out www.lindybombers.com

 

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country
 
January 14-16 in Austin, TX is Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/index.php
 
March 3-6 in Des Moines, IA is Heartland Swing Festival!
http://www.heartlandswingfestival.com/
 
March 10-13 in Houston, TX is Lindyfest!
http://www.lindyfest.hsds.org/
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orMylVNOOgs&feature=player_embedded

 

OTHER EVENTS
January 30th is our quarterly membership meeting.  All WSDS members are encouraged to come to the basement of the studio at 7 PM not only to hear what we've been up to and what we're planning, but to let us know what's on your mind.

 

That's it for now, help us close out the year with a bang on NYE!  From the entire board, to you and yours, Merry Christmas!

 

See you Sunday!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Thanks to everybody who came out last week to the Christmas Party, it was a great night!  But don't despair if you missed it, we have another big event coming up shortly!  More on that and other important dance news below....

 

THIS WEEK

Friday in Emporia the Tallgrass Big Band is performing at the Granada Theater!  Check out http://www.egtks.com/ for details.

 

Swingin' Sundays will feature a special performance by the Lindy Bombers Dance Team!  Don't miss out on a chance to dance and be entertained.  Also don't miss your chance to buy a ticket to our New Year's Eve party!

 

BIG EVENTS

It doesn't get much more special than New Year's Eve, and if you're looking for a cheap night of swinging fun we can oblige.  We'll be at Harry's from 9 PM to 1 AM swingin' in the new year, and we want you to join us!  Just $10 gets you in if you pay in advance, $15 at the door.  We'll have a delightful breakfast to kick off 2011 and dance away 2010 in style.  We're also looking for a few volunteers to help out, respond to this email if you're interested.

 

January 30th is the return of SOUL NIGHT!!!!  Get your boogie shoes ready, it's going to be great!

 

July 15-17, 2011 - It's the return of Sunflower Swing!  We have venues and instructors lined up, it's going to be a great, great time.  Two days of classes with some of the best the midwest has to offer and three great nights of dancing!  Mark your calendars now, it's going to be a party of epic proportions.

 

SUNDAY CLASSES
Remember we've adjusted the format but still have an awesome lineup of dance learning for you to take part in:
 
December we have a special holiday treat:  West Coast Swing with Harry Reese!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 West Coast Swing
 
January we're going to kick things up a notch with Partner Charleston!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 Partner Charleston
 
OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, and a rotating taster class at 8:30 PM.  This month is FUNdamentals!  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!
 
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country
  
January 14-16 in Austin, TX is Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/index.php

 

March 3-6 in Des Moines, IA is Heartland Swing Festival!

http://www.heartlandswingfestival.com/

 

March 10-13 in Houston, TX is Lindyfest!

http://www.lindyfest.hsds.org/

 

VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5H7F2Zsxl0

 

OTHER EVENTS

January 30th is our quarterly membership meeting.  All WSDS members are encouraged to come to the basement of the studio at 7 PM not only to hear what we've been up to and what we're planning, but to let us know what's on your mind.

 

That'll do for now, come on out and get your NYE tickets while there is still time!

 

See you Sunday!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  HUGE thank you to everyone that came and joined us to dance for the Festival of Trees last Saturday.  It was a great time, they loved having us, and it's because of all of you.

 

Looking ahead, this Sunday is huge, because it is our CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!!!!  Here's a quick peek at the schedule for this Sunday only:

 

6:30 - 7:00 East Coast lesson upstairs, West Coast lesson downstairs

7:00 - 10:00 Live music by Pivot Point!!

 

That's right, 3 hours of live music and it starts at 7 PM.  Plus, for WSDS members admission is FREE!!!!!  Merry Christmas from the society you've helped make great.  Everyone else can join the fun for only $10.

 

Remember to dress up and be festive, as well as bring a snack to help spread some holiday cheer.

 

BIG EVENTS

December 31st we're giving you the best chance to swing in the New Year!  We'll be at Harry's from 9 PM until it's 2011 dancing it up!  Tickets are on sale now!  Just $10 for the swingingest party in town if you pay in advance, $15 at the door.  In the meanwhile, we're looking for volunteers to help make the event a success.  Respond to this email if you're interested!

 

SUNDAY CLASSES
Remember we've adjusted the format but still have an awesome lineup of dance learning for you to take part in:
 
December we have a special holiday treat:  West Coast Swing with Harry Reese!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 West Coast Swing
 
January we're going to kick things up a notch with Partner Charleston!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 Partner Charleston

 

OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, and a rotating taster class at 8:30 PM.  This month is FUNdamentals!  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!

 

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country
 
December 10-12 in Atlanta, GA is Swing and Soul!
http://www.swingandsoul.com/
 
January 14-16 in Austin, TX is Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/index.php
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dko0iEOG19s

 

That's it for now, we'll have a lot of Sunflower Swing 2011 information coming very very soon, but until then buy your NYE tickets and count the hours until the Christmas Party......

 

See you Sunday!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Don't forget, chance to dance today with the Festival of Trees and support Goodwill!  Here are details:

 

We have been asked by Goodwill Industries to add to their entertainment by dancing as part of the WSDS. Come join the fun for a good cause! Please wear Christmas colors.
• Performer entrance will be on the North side of Century II, east doors on Kennedy Plaza. There will be Festival Of Trees signage on the doors.
• Performers will be admitted free to the Festival Of Trees.
General admission is $5.00. Proceeds benefit Goodwill Industries of Kansas.

 

Our shift is from 2:30 to 3:30, see you there!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President

Wichita Swing Dance Society

Hello dancers!  It's December and while the weather gets colder the dancing is heating up.  I want to take a second to address all of you non-members out there.

 

A one year membership costs $15 for students, military, and people over 55.  For everyone else it costs $25.  If you joined this Sunday, you wouldn't pay to get in, and save $6.  The next week is our Christmas party, and being a member saves you $10.  The two weeks left in December let you save $2 each. 

 

Add all that up and it means joining as a new member in December saves you $20!  That's almost an entire year paying for itself in one month!  I'm not saying you'd be foolish not to join but........

 

THIS WEEK

Saturday we have a bonus chance to dance as part of the Festival of Trees at Century II.  We'll be providing entertainment from 2:30 - 3:30 PM and we need your help!  Anyone who wants to dance is welcome, the more the merrier!  Contact Missy with questions at vicepresident@wichitaswingdance.com

Sunday is Dance Card Sunday!  Plus it's the start of a new taster class!  Our studio host and swing dance hall of fame member Harry Reese is teaching West Coast Swing!  Check out the lessons schedule:

6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Intermediate/Advanced Single Time East Coast Swing
7:00 - 8:00 West Coast Swing (basement)

 

BIG EVENTS
December 12th is our Christmas Party!  As a special gift to our members, you get in free!  Pivot Point will be providing the live music from 7-10 PM!  So get in the holiday mood and come out for a great night of dancing.  Also feel free to bring a snack to make the night extra festive!  Door prizes will be given away so don't miss out....
 
December 31st we're giving you the best chance to swing in the New Year!  We'll be at Harry's from 9 PM until it's 2011 dancing it up!  Tickets will go on sale in the coming weeks.  In the meanwhile, we're looking for volunteers to help make the event a success.  Respond to this email if you're interested!
 
SUNDAY CLASSES
Remember we've adjusted the format but still have an awesome lineup of dance learning for you to take part in:

 

December we have a special holiday treat:  West Coast Swing with Harry Reese!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 West Coast Swing
 
January we're going to kick things up a notch with Partner Charleston!
Upstairs
6:30 - 7:15 Beginning Single Time East Coast Swing
7:15 - 8:00 Int/Adv Single Time East Coast Swing
Downstairs
7:00 - 8:00 Partner Charleston

 

OTHER CLASSES
Monday nights - Lindy Bombers classes run every week at Morningstar Community Church!  Dedicated to improving your Lindy Hop, we have beginner and intermediate classes at 7:30 PM, and a rotating taster class at 8:30 PM.  This month is social variations!  Cost is $5 per night or $10 per month.  Check out www.lindybombers.com for more details!

 

TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss the chance to get a taste of swing dancing across the country
 
December 10-12 in Atlanta, GA is Swing and Soul!
http://www.swingandsoul.com/
 
January 14-16 in Austin, TX is Lone Star Championships!
http://www.lonestarchampionships.com/index.php
 
VIDEO CLIP OF THE WEEK

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-h1yLtw1zY

 

That's all for now dancers.  Don't forget to get some bonus dancing in on Saturday!

 

See you this Weekend!

 

Evan Borst

WSDS President