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To have your event posted, send Rob Lockhart a brief write-up, with Date, Time, Location, Cost, Contact Info, and brochure/sign-up form.
To place your event, or an article, in our monthly newsletter, Set&Link, send info to Suzanne Dubeau by the 10th of each month.
Wednesday May 15 Glenview’s Spring Dance
Refreshments to follow the dancing.
Cost $20 members, $25 non-members at
the door.
7:30pm at Glenview Presbyterian Church,
1 Glenview Avenue <map>
Glenview's Salute to Spring (R1 x 24) 4C (4C set)
1-4 4s followed by 3s, 2s, 1s, lead down the set
4-8 all turn with the right hand
8-12 1s followed by 2s, 3s, 4s, lead up the set
9-16 all turn with the right hand
17-24 all gallop (in an orderly fashion) to the parlour for refreshments
June 1, 2024 ~ Tea Dance Fundraiser for the 2025 West Toronto Ball
We have a wonderful place to dance. . . the charming and historic Clarke Memorial Hall in Mississauga <map>, and we’ll dance to beautiful recorded music by our favourite musicians.
Tea, and a delicious variety of finger foods and sweets will be enjoyed!
Doors Open 1:30pm, Dancing 2:00-4:00, Refreshments 4:00-6:00pm.
All proceeds will go to support a glorious West Toronto Ball in 2025. Tickets: $35 in advance, $40 at the door.
To order: https://www.jotform.com/build/240147825543052
The programme: Online at https://my.strathspey.org/dd/list/45499/
or download: 2024-WTB-Fundraiser-cribs+links.pdf
Sponsor-A-Dance: For only $10 please consider sponsoring a dance and dedicating it to a revered teacher, dear friend, loved one, or just because you so enjoy the dance. Sponsors' names and dedication will be announced prior to each dance. Donations of any amount are also most gratefully accepted. https://www.jotform.com/build/240148411435044
Dancing In The Park
7pm until dusk
Music by Laird Brown
Join us for open-air fun at Edwards Gardens
(Leslie & Lawrence E) <map>
More info: Dancing In The Park page
Spread the word!
Download this simple flyer and post
it in your neighbourhood:
2024-Dancing-in-the-Park-flyer-3-up.pdf
November 23 ~ Dancing Around the World
Taking dancers on a journey from Scotland around the world and back, the programme features 12 dances with connections to six continents through devisers, themes and locations, before bringing everyone together with The Homecoming Dance.
More info as it becomes available.
Scholarships for Dancers & Teacher Candidates
RSCDS Toronto offers a $500 scholarship to Members in Good Standing of the Toronto Association, Details here.
Scholarships are available for ordinary dancers (i.e. not Teacher Candidates) who can apply to the Society for a scholarship for a week at St Andrews (typically, travel is not included). The chances of getting a scholarship are particularly good for young dancers, and there are many options. Overview and links on the scholarships page.
Safety First…
Emergency Contact:
Occasionally, there’s a medical emergency while dancing. Dancers are reminded to have their emergency contact information on their person at all Scottish county dance events.
COVID Protocols:
1. Vaccinations against COVID are highly recommended for those attending an RSCDS Toronto Event.
2. Masks are recommended but not mandatory.
3. Do not attend an RSCDS Toronto event if you have symptoms of COVID or any other contagious disease; tested positive for COVID in the last 7 days; or have a household member or close contact who tested positive for COVID in the last 7 days.
4. Hand Sanitizer is available at all RSCDS Toronto Events.
