February 20, 2015 – Country Twirlers Dance, Detroit Lakes, Caller Myron Hollatz. Spares & Pairs and Westonka Whirlers royalty danced with the Country Twirlers.
Westonka Whirlers Queen Elaine and Escort Joe with Country Twirlers.
Spares & Pairs Queen Mary and King Ken with Country Twirlers.
February 21, 2015 – First, another round of applause for our caller, Larry Fruetel. Super calling
that is clear, precise, and thorough! YEA!
Again, a gigantic thank you for “angeling” today. The laughter, the excitement,
the fellowship–all created by great angels. It’s so great to have the
“newbies” leave saying how much fun they had and how they look forward to
returning.
Today we had 18 “newbies,” six of which were there for the very first time.
And then there was Judy Burdick–learning the guy’s part for the first time.
Two guys had to leave at 3:00 for an appointment in Roseville so they’re not in the
picture.
Our next Chanhassen ABC is Friday evening at 7:15 on March 6. Hopefully the
“newbies” that couldn’t return today because of conflicts will be back then.
New Dancers!
Angels!
February 20, 2015 – Steele Steppers, Owatonna, Caller Abe Maier. Two squares from Grapevine Twist, Steele Steppers, and County Line Squares were represented.
Steele Steppers, Grapevine Twist, and County Line Squares dancers!
February 18, 2015 – Beaux & Belles “Valentine’s” Dance, St Cloud, Caller & Cuer Larry Fruetel. Three squares from Beaux & Belles and County Line Squares attended this dance. County Line Squares claimed a Beaux & Belles banner.
County Line Squares claimed a Beaux & Belles banner!
Peg & Willard.
February 12, 2015 – Everyone had a great time dancing and great Pizza at the Afternoon Squares Pizza Party. We had over three squares, and enjoyed having Mattea from First City Squares, Bemidji, MN dancing with us.
Mattea receiving a dangle from Afternoon Squares!
February 13, 2015 – County Line Squares “Aloha Night” Dance, Monticello, Caller Tom Allen, Cuer Sarah Klaphake, Guest Caller Dick Rueter. Dancers from Westonka Whirlers, Wandering Wheels, Spares & Pairs, Single Circles, Riverbend Promenaders, Hotfoot Stompers, Gospel Plus, County Line Squares, Bloomington Swirlers, Beaux & Belles, and Ar-Dales made 11 squares. Royalty in attendance were Queen Ursula from Single Circles and Queen Catty from Bloomington Swirlers. Also in attendance were SDM Secretary Bob Meyer and Cuer Ken LaBau. Ar-Dales, Beaux & Belles, and Riverbend Promenaders retrieved their banners.
Ar-Dales retrieved their banner!
Beaux & Belles retrieved their banner!
Riverbend Promenaders retrieved their banner!
Was that really the Hawaiian “War Chant?”
Check out the “Hula” dancers!
Caller Tom Allen with Guest Caller Dick Rueter.
They danced …
… and danced …
… and danced some more!
Spares and Pairs had their “Cupid Cupid” Dance this week! Many colorful hearts could be seen decorating the walls and stage area of the KC Hall Wednesday night, February 11, 2015. On these hearts were written the names of the people who met dancing at our club, and were later married. (Our own club presidents, Ardus and John Vining were among those hearts.)
Larry Fruetel did the calling and Robin Fryman did the cueing. All in attendance seemed to enjoy the exercise, brain work, and fellowship that filled the air!
The newly graduated mainstream students are dedicated to their “brush-up” and can be often seen asking the teacher to review whatever they are needing help with! It is a wonderful time and angels are still working hard to keep the new dancers learning and building their confidence!
Come see us Wednesday nights in Bloomington… we’d love to have you join us!
Feb 11, Cupid Cupid Night at Spares & Pairs.
The Decorating Committee and Table Décor.
Keeping with the Theme!
Ahhh…. Looks like Cupid inspired.
M & M characters are even inspired!
The Greeting Table is ready.
Larry Fruetel getting ready to review, talking to Kathleen Billings.
Bob and Alice helping Mary get the treats ready!
Just a quick sample of things to come!
Even the stage is prepared for the night!
Angels and student graduates sharpen their skills.
Ready and listening ……..
Dedicated new dancers with angels.
Going through the drills.
Doesn’t hurt to REVIEW!
We’re getting pretty darn good!
Patiently waiting for the review to end and the dance to begin!
Lots of color tonight!
Smiling for the camera!
Larry Fruetel at his finest!
This square is the pilot ……
No… I think it is this one!
Wait a minute… this square looks great!
Oh, too many ready people to choose!
All of the squares are looking like they could be the pilot square!
Linda and David Delzer met and married at Spares & Pairs.
February 11, 2015 – Happy Twirlers “Valentine – Pie Night” Dance, La Crosse, Caller Les LaLone. Three squares from Happy Twirlers and County Line Squares danced to Les’ calling and cueing.
County Line Squares danced with Happy Twirlers.
February 8, 2015 – Our February dance was a huge success with 14 squares from 18 clubs represented. Mike Hogan called and Ken and Barb LaBau were our cuers. Celebrities in attendance were SDM Vice Chair, Don Hanson and Federation President, Janet Sahlstrom. Royalty included Jeanie Schilling, Friendly Twirlers; Shirlee Feneis, Crystal Cross Trailers; Jan Rondeau, Jolly Promenaders; Mickey and Ben Formanack, Square & Twirl and our own Sharon Dohrmann. New dancers are doing well and seemed to be enjoying their new experience. A feature at our dance was taking pictures of all the “sweethearts” that attended and giving them their picture to take home. A big thank you to Gary Anderson and Rich and Sharon Dohrmann for making this a huge success. Everyone enjoyed the potluck which included lots of chocolate and other goodies.
Hotfoot Stompers claimed an Ar-Dales banner.
Friendly Twirlers claimed an Ar-Dales banner.
Westonka Whirlers claimed an Ar-Dales banner (some Whirlers had left before the photo was taken).
February 6, 2015 – Chanhassen ABC, Caller Larry Fruetel. What fun! One person stopped to say that the hour and a half went by way too fast! That’s good news–having fun while time flies is the way to live! See you Feb. 21 at 2 p.m.
Head Ladies Chain!
Four Ladies Chain!
Students!
Angels!