What Chaos will happen in 2024?
15th July 2024
Last night at Upbeat was so much fun. Still shy of 2 squares, we had 15 dancers in the hall.
I've been a doing a lot more work on my 6 Couple Choreo and it's starting to look good - the dancers enjoyed it too.
I even snuck in a left handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears without notice and they just did it.
Linda won the members draw.
There is no dancing next week (22nd July) But our "Christmas in July" party night is the following week on the 29th.
Dress the part and bring a plate - There will be Raffle prizes and Christmas Music.
See you then.
Last night at Upbeat was so much fun. Still shy of 2 squares, we had 15 dancers in the hall.
I've been a doing a lot more work on my 6 Couple Choreo and it's starting to look good - the dancers enjoyed it too.
I even snuck in a left handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears without notice and they just did it.
Linda won the members draw.
There is no dancing next week (22nd July) But our "Christmas in July" party night is the following week on the 29th.
Dress the part and bring a plate - There will be Raffle prizes and Christmas Music.
See you then.
8th July 2024
Yes, it's still Winter and numbers are down a bit, but we had a ball at Upbeat Chaos last night. 14 dancers in the hall - so mostly 1 square except for the 6 couple rectangle bracket. Members draw did not go off, so it jackpots for next week.
So, Dancing next week (15th) as usual - the week after (22nd) NO DANCING - then the 5th week of July (29th) Christmas in July Party.
Bring a Plate, wear your Christmas outfits, there will be a raffle and lots of Christmas music. Our current start time is 6.45pm.
Yes, it's still Winter and numbers are down a bit, but we had a ball at Upbeat Chaos last night. 14 dancers in the hall - so mostly 1 square except for the 6 couple rectangle bracket. Members draw did not go off, so it jackpots for next week.
So, Dancing next week (15th) as usual - the week after (22nd) NO DANCING - then the 5th week of July (29th) Christmas in July Party.
Bring a Plate, wear your Christmas outfits, there will be a raffle and lots of Christmas music. Our current start time is 6.45pm.
1st July 2024
Another fun night at Upbeat Chaos. I guess numbers are where they are gonna stay for now. 15 dancers in the hall, 1 square and a bracket of 6 couple rectangle dancing. Sue M. won the members draw. We are dancing the next 2 weeks (8th & 15th) and then we have a week off (22nd) and then our "Christmas in July" party night (29th). Bring a plate, there will be a raffle. Dress in your favourite Christmas outfit and I'll sing some Christmas songs.
Another fun night at Upbeat Chaos. I guess numbers are where they are gonna stay for now. 15 dancers in the hall, 1 square and a bracket of 6 couple rectangle dancing. Sue M. won the members draw. We are dancing the next 2 weeks (8th & 15th) and then we have a week off (22nd) and then our "Christmas in July" party night (29th). Bring a plate, there will be a raffle. Dress in your favourite Christmas outfit and I'll sing some Christmas songs.
24th June 2024
Such a fun night last night at UpBeat. Sure, only 17 dancers in the hall - but we had a really great time. Great to have Di back with us after her recent cruise. Desiree won the members draw, so it will reset for next week. That was our last dance night of the Financial Year and I've just finished doing the books for the 2023-24. You may be interested to know the club had a total income of $7,383.00 for the year. Coupled with total expenses for the year of $7,349.50. Anyone can work out that the club made a profit of $33.50. However, that doesn't include the music I purchased throughout the year. You can see how quickly a caller can become a HUNDREDAIRE. Anyway, the hall rent increases from next week, so the Door Entry will go to $10 as of next Monday 1st of July 2024.
Such a fun night last night at UpBeat. Sure, only 17 dancers in the hall - but we had a really great time. Great to have Di back with us after her recent cruise. Desiree won the members draw, so it will reset for next week. That was our last dance night of the Financial Year and I've just finished doing the books for the 2023-24. You may be interested to know the club had a total income of $7,383.00 for the year. Coupled with total expenses for the year of $7,349.50. Anyone can work out that the club made a profit of $33.50. However, that doesn't include the music I purchased throughout the year. You can see how quickly a caller can become a HUNDREDAIRE. Anyway, the hall rent increases from next week, so the Door Entry will go to $10 as of next Monday 1st of July 2024.
17th June 2024
Well again, low numbers at Upbeat Chaos.
12 dancers in the hall - but we had a lot of laughs. One bracket of 6 couple Rectangle, the rest of the night was one square. It was great to have Sandy & Dave back with us. Look, I really hope that we have better numbers very soon, but we deal with what we have. The door cost needs to go up next month anyway to $10 , due to the rent increase. Also we will NOT be dancing on the 22nd of July and don't forget our "Christmas in July" party night on the 29th of July. See you on a dance floor somewhere soon.
Well again, low numbers at Upbeat Chaos.
12 dancers in the hall - but we had a lot of laughs. One bracket of 6 couple Rectangle, the rest of the night was one square. It was great to have Sandy & Dave back with us. Look, I really hope that we have better numbers very soon, but we deal with what we have. The door cost needs to go up next month anyway to $10 , due to the rent increase. Also we will NOT be dancing on the 22nd of July and don't forget our "Christmas in July" party night on the 29th of July. See you on a dance floor somewhere soon.
10th June 2024
Well, you know it's Winter - a bit chilly at night. For a multitude of reasons, numbers at dancing are a bit down at the moment. 14 dancers in the hall last night - mostly 1 square with a 6 couple rectangle bracket. Freda won the members draw - so it will reset for next week. We have decided on a change of dance times, starting next week. UpBeat Chaos will now commence dancing at 6.45pm and finish at 8.45pm. All the people I've spoken to, have indicated that it will make little difference to them. Remember starting on July 1, door fee will go to $10. Just 7 weeks until our "Christmas in July" party night - get excited.
Well, you know it's Winter - a bit chilly at night. For a multitude of reasons, numbers at dancing are a bit down at the moment. 14 dancers in the hall last night - mostly 1 square with a 6 couple rectangle bracket. Freda won the members draw - so it will reset for next week. We have decided on a change of dance times, starting next week. UpBeat Chaos will now commence dancing at 6.45pm and finish at 8.45pm. All the people I've spoken to, have indicated that it will make little difference to them. Remember starting on July 1, door fee will go to $10. Just 7 weeks until our "Christmas in July" party night - get excited.
3rd June 2024
The numbers at UpBeat were low last night - only 13 dancers in the hall. Dave would have won the members draw - we are expecting Dave & Sandy back at club soon. We really need to get our numbers back up, there are so many reasons that people are not at dancing these days. The cost of hall hire is going up on July 1st - therefore I must increase the entry fee to $10 from that time. Our next party night is 29th July - Christmas in July celebrations - plan to be there in your favourite Christmas outfit.
The numbers at UpBeat were low last night - only 13 dancers in the hall. Dave would have won the members draw - we are expecting Dave & Sandy back at club soon. We really need to get our numbers back up, there are so many reasons that people are not at dancing these days. The cost of hall hire is going up on July 1st - therefore I must increase the entry fee to $10 from that time. Our next party night is 29th July - Christmas in July celebrations - plan to be there in your favourite Christmas outfit.
27th May 2024
I really enjoyed last night at UpBeat. The whole night was just full of laughter, banter from the floor and just plain fun. Yes, we played with LH Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - it's really coming along well. We had 18 dancers in the hall - most of the night was 2 squares. Thelli won the members draw. I was thinking about our Party night on the 29th of July - I had a great idea - let's make it Christmas in July - You have nearly 2 months to prepare.
I really enjoyed last night at UpBeat. The whole night was just full of laughter, banter from the floor and just plain fun. Yes, we played with LH Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - it's really coming along well. We had 18 dancers in the hall - most of the night was 2 squares. Thelli won the members draw. I was thinking about our Party night on the 29th of July - I had a great idea - let's make it Christmas in July - You have nearly 2 months to prepare.
20th May 2024
Hi Folks, Numbers a bit down at Upbeat Chaos last night. 16 dancers in the hall , we did dance 2 squares for some of the night , we also did some Rectangle dancing. Thanks Helen for these recordings. The members draw did not go off, so it will jackpot for next week. Hopefully with an increase in numbers.
Hi Folks, Numbers a bit down at Upbeat Chaos last night. 16 dancers in the hall , we did dance 2 squares for some of the night , we also did some Rectangle dancing. Thanks Helen for these recordings. The members draw did not go off, so it will jackpot for next week. Hopefully with an increase in numbers.
13th May 2024
Hi Folks, a very good night at Upbeat Chaos tonight. We had 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
Thanks to Rob & Elaine for being there - just in case I needed a back up. Elaine did some interesting Choreo during her calls.
Helen won the members draw. We finished a few minutes early, most people had danced most brackets - and I have a big day tomorrow.
C U all next week.
Hi Folks, a very good night at Upbeat Chaos tonight. We had 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 squares most of the night.
Thanks to Rob & Elaine for being there - just in case I needed a back up. Elaine did some interesting Choreo during her calls.
Helen won the members draw. We finished a few minutes early, most people had danced most brackets - and I have a big day tomorrow.
C U all next week.
6th May 2024
No dancing due to the Labour Day Public Holiday.
No dancing due to the Labour Day Public Holiday.
5th May 2024
My darling Rosalie passed away
My darling Rosalie passed away
29th April 2024
Hi Folks - Thanks to all those who came to our B & W party night last night. Sorry I couldn't be there - Things are a lot up in the air with regard to my partner Rosalie at the moment. Thank you so much for a last minute stand in to call - Elaine is a wonderful caller and a good friend over many years. I'll get back to you very soon with the Stats from the dance. But here are some Pictures and Video. Don't forget though, there is no dancing next week (6th May) due to the public holiday. I'm 100% sure I'll be back on deck for the 13th May.
Hi Folks - Thanks to all those who came to our B & W party night last night. Sorry I couldn't be there - Things are a lot up in the air with regard to my partner Rosalie at the moment. Thank you so much for a last minute stand in to call - Elaine is a wonderful caller and a good friend over many years. I'll get back to you very soon with the Stats from the dance. But here are some Pictures and Video. Don't forget though, there is no dancing next week (6th May) due to the public holiday. I'm 100% sure I'll be back on deck for the 13th May.
Hi Folks - Again, Thanks for being there last night and thanks for the best wishes I'm receiving regarding Rosalie. There were 21 in the hall last night, obviously 2 squares dancing. John & Desiree won the fruit & vege tray with Freda coming in 2nd for the chocolates. Barry would have won the members draw (with party night bonus) but he wasn't there - however, it was kept in the family when Di won it. Thank you all for supporting the raffle and bringing supper. Special mention to Glenys - we originally thought she would be unable to make the night - However, she stood out in RED on the Black & White night - glad she could make it though.
22nd April 2024
It was good night on Monday for UpBeat Chaos. 21 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares most of the night - though we did finish with a 6 couple rectangle. Jan won the members draw, so it will reset for next with a Party night bonus.
Next week (29th April) is our first party night of the year. Black & White is the theme - dress the part , I will theme the music. Please bring a plate, there will be a raffle.
The Monday after our Party night (6th May) is a Public Holiday and we will not be dancing. Please keep these dates handy.
It was good night on Monday for UpBeat Chaos. 21 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares most of the night - though we did finish with a 6 couple rectangle. Jan won the members draw, so it will reset for next with a Party night bonus.
Next week (29th April) is our first party night of the year. Black & White is the theme - dress the part , I will theme the music. Please bring a plate, there will be a raffle.
The Monday after our Party night (6th May) is a Public Holiday and we will not be dancing. Please keep these dates handy.
15th April 2024
A fun night at Upbeat last night. 21 dancers in the hall - 2 squares most of the night. The dancers wanted to persevere with Left Handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - we were quite successful - Boys and Girls leading the Exchanges. The members draw did not go off - so it jackpots for next week. 2 weeks until our Black & White party night (29th) - Please bring a plate, their will be a raffle.
Dress to theme and I'll try and theme the music.
Also, remember - NO DANCING - the week after (6th May) due to the Public Holiday.
A fun night at Upbeat last night. 21 dancers in the hall - 2 squares most of the night. The dancers wanted to persevere with Left Handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - we were quite successful - Boys and Girls leading the Exchanges. The members draw did not go off - so it jackpots for next week. 2 weeks until our Black & White party night (29th) - Please bring a plate, their will be a raffle.
Dress to theme and I'll try and theme the music.
Also, remember - NO DANCING - the week after (6th May) due to the Public Holiday.
8th April 2024
Well, an interesting night last night at Upbeat. 22 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares a lot of the time.
Great to see Sylvia back on the floor, it's been a little while.
I probably got a little too determined with Left Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - I probably should have dropped it a a little while before I did. Therese won the members draw - so it will reset for next week.
Only 3 weeks until our first party night of the year.
It's a Black & White Night - dress accordingly , bring a plate and there will be a raffle - 29th April.
Well, an interesting night last night at Upbeat. 22 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares a lot of the time.
Great to see Sylvia back on the floor, it's been a little while.
I probably got a little too determined with Left Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears - I probably should have dropped it a a little while before I did. Therese won the members draw - so it will reset for next week.
Only 3 weeks until our first party night of the year.
It's a Black & White Night - dress accordingly , bring a plate and there will be a raffle - 29th April.
1st April 2024
No dancing due to Easter Monday public holiday.
No dancing due to Easter Monday public holiday.
25th March 2024
What to say about last night. It has been miserable weather. Only 10 dancers in the hall - so only 1 square all night - we finished a bit early - some people danced every bracket. Despite small numbers, it was still a fun night. Played with Left Handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears. Also Boys/Girls Load the Boat while the others Square Thru. Jan won the members draw, so it will reset for next time. Remember, no dancing next week (1st April) due to the Easter public holiday - see you on the 8th.
What to say about last night. It has been miserable weather. Only 10 dancers in the hall - so only 1 square all night - we finished a bit early - some people danced every bracket. Despite small numbers, it was still a fun night. Played with Left Handed Spin Chain & Exchange the Gears. Also Boys/Girls Load the Boat while the others Square Thru. Jan won the members draw, so it will reset for next time. Remember, no dancing next week (1st April) due to the Easter public holiday - see you on the 8th.
18th March 2024
Another good night at Upbeat. 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 square for all but one bracket. Had some fun with interesting variations. Lorraine would have won the members draw , but as she was absent, it will jackpot for next week. Yes, we are dancing next week but NOT the week after on Easter Monday. We wish all those on our sick list, a speedy recovery.
Another good night at Upbeat. 20 dancers in the hall - we danced 2 square for all but one bracket. Had some fun with interesting variations. Lorraine would have won the members draw , but as she was absent, it will jackpot for next week. Yes, we are dancing next week but NOT the week after on Easter Monday. We wish all those on our sick list, a speedy recovery.
11th March 2024
Short & sweet today. It was very wet and still a lot of illness & travellers. Numbers down to 14, so we danced 1 square only all night. Jan brought along a new guy from the village at Deception Bay. Steve used to dance years ago in Sydney - we had him up on the dance floor, he did really well. Thelli won the member draw again. Let's hope the cooler weather with less rain expected brings our numbers back up. With the recent hike in hall rent, we'll have to raise our door price in the new financial year (July)
Short & sweet today. It was very wet and still a lot of illness & travellers. Numbers down to 14, so we danced 1 square only all night. Jan brought along a new guy from the village at Deception Bay. Steve used to dance years ago in Sydney - we had him up on the dance floor, he did really well. Thelli won the member draw again. Let's hope the cooler weather with less rain expected brings our numbers back up. With the recent hike in hall rent, we'll have to raise our door price in the new financial year (July)
4th March 2024
Well, despite a pile of apologies and the early threat of storms - what a great night at Upbeat Chaos. 21 Dancers in the hall - so we danced 2 squares for all but one bracket. Great to see Graham Y. back with us. We had a couple of visitors from the USA - Paul & Ruth from Boston, Massachusetts. Sid L. brought them along - they seemed to have a great time. During the evening they said to me - this is such a fun club, if it was near us, we'd join. Russell would have won the members draw but it will jackpot for next week. Really good to have Elaine & Rob along, meant I could have a dance while she called a couple of Brackets. Coming events: No dancing April 1st (Easter) and our first Party night on the 29th April (Black & White theme). Best wishes to all of those on our sick list - we miss you and can't wait to have you back on the dance floor.
Well, despite a pile of apologies and the early threat of storms - what a great night at Upbeat Chaos. 21 Dancers in the hall - so we danced 2 squares for all but one bracket. Great to see Graham Y. back with us. We had a couple of visitors from the USA - Paul & Ruth from Boston, Massachusetts. Sid L. brought them along - they seemed to have a great time. During the evening they said to me - this is such a fun club, if it was near us, we'd join. Russell would have won the members draw but it will jackpot for next week. Really good to have Elaine & Rob along, meant I could have a dance while she called a couple of Brackets. Coming events: No dancing April 1st (Easter) and our first Party night on the 29th April (Black & White theme). Best wishes to all of those on our sick list - we miss you and can't wait to have you back on the dance floor.
26th February 2024
A warm fun night at Upbeat Chaos. We had 21 dancers on the floor - 2 square all but 1 bracket. Good to have Heather & Thelli with us for the first time this year - Thelli also won the members draw, so it will reset for next week. Great to have Raymond from Canberra visiting with us. We danced some interesting variations of the standard figures - mostly successfully.
A warm fun night at Upbeat Chaos. We had 21 dancers on the floor - 2 square all but 1 bracket. Good to have Heather & Thelli with us for the first time this year - Thelli also won the members draw, so it will reset for next week. Great to have Raymond from Canberra visiting with us. We danced some interesting variations of the standard figures - mostly successfully.
19th February 2024
Another fun night at Upbeat. 18 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares for the majority, but did finish the night with a 6 couple Rectangle. Denice would have won the members draw but she's off cruising - it will jackpot for next week. Just finished doing all the 2025 bookings for the hall - nothing like getting in early. It will be great when our sick list reduces and travellers return.
Another fun night at Upbeat. 18 dancers in the hall - we did dance 2 squares for the majority, but did finish the night with a 6 couple Rectangle. Denice would have won the members draw but she's off cruising - it will jackpot for next week. Just finished doing all the 2025 bookings for the hall - nothing like getting in early. It will be great when our sick list reduces and travellers return.
12th February 2024
Great night at Upbeat Chaos. The aircon working well and 21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares just about all night.
Really good to see Christine & Kevin - they've been AWOL for a few years but they danced really well.
Margaret F. won the members drawer, so it will jackpot for next week.
We have a few people away for various reasons, we look forward to seeing back on the dance floor soon.
Great night at Upbeat Chaos. The aircon working well and 21 dancers in the hall. 2 squares just about all night.
Really good to see Christine & Kevin - they've been AWOL for a few years but they danced really well.
Margaret F. won the members drawer, so it will jackpot for next week.
We have a few people away for various reasons, we look forward to seeing back on the dance floor soon.
5th February 2024
First night back dancing for 2024. Great to see everybody again
Yes, it was warm - I have contacted the hall people to see if there is anything can be done to improve the aircon.
We had 19 dancers in the hall - 2 squares most of the night. It will be great to have more of our people back, hopefully very soon.
Health and family situations always happen. It was great to see Linda back on the dance floor - she was absent in the last month or so of 2023.
Jan would have won the members draw but it will Jackpot for next week . I did a couple of new songs which were well received.
Unfortunately the hall rent was unexpectedly raised during the break - not much you can do - but it won't change the door cost this year.
First night back dancing for 2024. Great to see everybody again
Yes, it was warm - I have contacted the hall people to see if there is anything can be done to improve the aircon.
We had 19 dancers in the hall - 2 squares most of the night. It will be great to have more of our people back, hopefully very soon.
Health and family situations always happen. It was great to see Linda back on the dance floor - she was absent in the last month or so of 2023.
Jan would have won the members draw but it will Jackpot for next week . I did a couple of new songs which were well received.
Unfortunately the hall rent was unexpectedly raised during the break - not much you can do - but it won't change the door cost this year.