...continued from previous page The camel movements were interesting and I’m sure I was not the only one disappointed not to learn this dance. We were invited to join in again and test our fitness on two high energy dances, Yam el Teweb El Azrak and Haly Dabke or half dabke. This second dance was danced to a French song made popular in clubs of Beirut by a popular Lebanese singer. We were joined by another member of Elie’s Cedars of Lebanon dance group on this fun dance who left some of us a little behind in fitness and agility. We left as lunch began (due to family commitments) but both agreed it was an enjoyable way to warm up on a wintry Sunday morning. Thanks to Elie and to the organisers. ? Carol and Gary Crees (NSW) FDA Mount Tamborine Camp, April 20/21 2002 The camp was a great success. Approximately 40 people attended and the feedback was very positive. Some of the International dancers want the Morris at a time when they do not have to choose between Morris and Balkan dancing. Many people asked when the next camp would be. Our current thinking is to plan a camp for a similar time next year, that is 2 weeks before the National Festival in Canberra so that interstate people from the West, South and North can choose to extend their stay to come to the camp. The beautiful sunny weather contributed to the success of the camp and ensured that it did not make a loss. The costing, although cheap, covered the anticipated costs and was appreciated by those attending. The extra insurance cover was not anticipated and we were grateful for the FDA and other sponsorship as it covered the insurance. Many, concerned that we would not balance the books, contributed extra as a donation to provide the deposit so that we could book the facilities for a camp next year. However, we feel that we can run a dance camp in the same way at similar charges if attendance of 60 adults and teenagers is targeted. Everyone appreciated the catering and camp management. There was a large quantity and variety of food to suit vegetarians as well as meat eaters. 60—80 adults is proposed as a limit because otherwise the camp management and catering will need more people. The site would accommodate many more campers. There are many power points amongst the trees and around the mown grass so camping can be very comfortable. We were surprised how busy the road past the showground was at night but nobody seemed to lose sleep or perhaps they went to bed too tired. The program was varied, including English Playford, Contra, Australian, Balkan, Children’s sessions, general dancing, Recent English dances, International dancing and requests, but it is hoped to encourage more people to contribute a dance or more to the workshops for next year. The greater numbers targeted for next year would enable more sessions. continued top of next column =>

... continued from left column The hall with a polished wood floor comfortably accommodates 60 dancers and there were 3 other covered areas with tiled or wooden floors that could be used more intensively, as well as the grassed areas. We hope more children between 7 and 12 will come so that a children’s program can be more extensive. The six children that were there enjoyed the Morris, Balkan and Playford sessions that were arranged for them. Our callers were:- Des Buchhorn, Jan Orloff, Ros Jinks, Pauline Cambourne, Lyn Beard, Sue Wright, Cathy Chandani, Kerrie Griffiths, Greg Hall, Sue Neal and Sheree and Chris Greenhill, 2003 Tamborine Camp Update We have been advised that the Brisbane Bush Dance for April 2003 is on Saturday the 5th of April and we will clash with it if we run the Tamborine Camp that weekend. The suggestion was that we bring it forward to the 29 - 30th  March. Do you have any views? Please respond (csgreenhill@optusnet.com.au) reasonably promptly as we must start preparing. We hope to see you there, and of course any of your friends. ? Chris and Sheree (QLD) Other Reviews Anniversary Concert-20 years - Zornitsa Ensemble, Sofia, Bulgaria Many months of hard work and rehearsals culminated in one of the most magnificent concerts I have yet seen in Sofia. This was the 20th Anniversary of Zornitsa Ensemble (with whom I am dancing) and it seems befitting that the Ensemble is named after the brightest and most beautiful star in the night sky of Bulgaria, the last to remain before dawn. I attribute the success of the evening to the patience of Emil Genov, the Director; the friendship he has with his dancers and musicians; and last but not least, the personalities and stamina of the dancers and musicians themselves. The rehearsal the day before the concert was almost as exciting as the significant night itself, and I consider myself really fortunate to have been amongst the build-up to this exciting event. Rehearsals were held for most of Saturday and included about 50 ex-Zornitsa dancers who were also taking part. I could feel the electricity in the air and with so many people in the hall, the noise, movement and dust (these are energetic dancers!) created quite an atmosphere. Rehearsals wound up about 10.10-30 p.m. but as is usually the case, most could not go home without a drink to finish off the evening. On Sunday June 2nd, everyone gathered at the Sofia Opera House at 1.30 p.m. for pre-performance rehearsals, which continued all afternoon as various acts were also rehearsing. continued next page...

...continued from previous page Being backstage was really interesting and I joined in the exercise class. When the time came for the concert to begin I was glad I was not dancing (had not rehearsed enough) as felt so nervous and excited just sitting in the audience I hate to think of the mistakes I might have made if on stage. The dances performed by Zornitsa were varied and interesting. These were Trakiycki Tantsi; Severnyashka Impresiya; Petrunino; Komitsko Libe; Trakiyska Mladost; Zhenski Shopski Tants; Igri Ot Vidinsko; Shopski Syouita and Hash'te Tantsi. It is difficult to say which dance I enjoyed the most. Having been at rehearsals, it was great to see the end result. I always find Zhenski Shopske and other lively dances exhilarating and my eyes were glued to the quick, light steps of the dancers. One day I hope to be as precise as they are. The strong, powerful steps in men's dances such as Trakiyska Mladost, are arresting; and I am always touched by Komiksco Libe and the beautiful music (predominantly kaval) which accompanies this dance. Zornitsa performances were interspersed with dancing/singing by Pirin Ensemble; songs by the Slavej Quartet; songs by Kostadin Gugov; the Aytoska Ousoukanitsa acrobats; and actress Latinka Petrova, all of whom were excellent and added to the enchantment of the evening. What made this concert so different was the fact that it kept "moving" -there were no long pauses and the appplause had barely finished after one act before the 'presenter' was back on stage proclaiming the next. It was a memorable occasion created by talented, enthusiastic dancers, singers and acrobats dressed in beautiful colourful costumes and accompanied by musicians of a high calibre. The actress added an extra touch of variety. Naturally there was a party afterwards to celebrate this "birthday", with horo and disco style dancing - but that's another story! ? Anna Travali (QLD)   From Uzbekistan – one of the many costumes featured in the Carol Maddocks Folkloric Dancers’ 25th Anniversary Concert (photo courtesy of Kaye Laurendet)

Communication through Dance Thunderous applause, accompanied by loud cheering from a "full house" at the Glen Street Theatre, Belrose (NSW) was the unanimous response to each and every item on the programme of the Carol Maddocks Folkloric Dancers’ 25th Anniversary Concert, held on 7th July, 2002. The aptly named "one World" dance spectacular, representative of most nationalities absorbed in our Australian culture, showed once again that "Carol’s Girls" (AND boys!) could present items from Hungary to Hawaii, Peru to the Philippines, with style and finesse. The meticulous attention paid to details of costumes and choreography, with acknowledged help from such greats as Dianna Laska-Moore, Wanda Wojtulewicz-Levine and Yves Moreau, to name but a few, was obvious; and, combined with a kaleidoscope of colour, created an absolute feast for the eye to behold. Meanwhile, the world music, of course, was a treat for our aural sense of appreciation! Behind the scenes (photo courtesy of Kaye Laurendet) My daughter, Monique, and I, being "old girls" from Carol's former Adult Recreational Folk Dance Group (and with Carol’s quirky sense of humour – boy, did we "recreate" … oh, as well as dance, mind you!), have enjoyed, at first hand, her kindness and caring; and sensitive organisational talent to make every student feel very much a part of the whole production, regardless of ability level. Congratulations to you all – surely it could be a better world by far if everyone indulged in some form of music and/or dance, and shared this as you have – so keep on dancing and doing your bit towards World Peace! ? Marianne van de Voorde (NSW)   No person was ever honoured for what he received... only for what he gave. (Calvin Coolidge).

Stretch and Flex Hopefully, you are aware of the benefits of regular stretching, especially before activities like dancing. But just to remind you - you will find that regular stretching will do the following things: reduce muscle tension and make the body feel more relaxed and more receptive to those "yemenite", "kopanica" and "hop-step-step" steps. help your co-ordination by allowing for freer and easier movement; increase your range of movement which will help to prevent injuries, such as muscle strains and "shin splints" (a carefully PRE-stretched muscle resists stress better than an UNstretched muscle); make dancing easier, because you are prepared for the activity – stretching signals to the muscles that they are about to be used; develop body awareness. As you stretch various parts of the body, you focus on them – and get to know your body better; promote circulation; leave you feeling good. Footnotes Issues No.37 (February 1997) and No.49 (February 1999), covered some stretching principles and stretching exercises to do for "warm up" and "cool down". However, some of the these exercises required participants to kneel, sit or lie on the floor – not always appropriate for some people and some floors. So, presented below , are some "standing-up" stretching exercises you could include in your warm up and cool down sessions or try each morning to loosen up for the day! Starting from the neck: Slowly bend head to one side, then the other; hold in stretch from 10 – 20 seconds each side. Slowly bend head forward, then backward; repeat x5 in each direction. Roll your head slowly forward and to the other side; repeat x5 in each direction Moving to the upper back and arms: Push arms up and slightly back; hold stretch for 15 seconds (but keep breathing!) Variation – palms are together. Gently pull your elbow across your chest. Hold stretch for 10 secs. Repeat other side. Continued next page...

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Gently and slowly pull your elbow behind your head. Hold for 15 secs. Repeat other side.	"Shake" hands with a partner (or a door post), then turn back-to back (holding hands). Repeat other side.	First turn your elbows inwards, then lift your arms. Hold an easy stretch for 5 – 15 secs.
Moving on down:
With knees slightly bent, pull your elbow behind your head as you bend from your hips.	Slowly bend at the waist; hold an easy stretch for 10 – 15 secs. Come up slowly	Variation: Instead of using your hand for support, extend both arms overhead. Easy stretch 8 – 10 secs.
Keep your knees slightly bent as you let your upper body drop down. Hold stretch for at least 25 secs.	Back-to-back with a partner, turn to hold hands (or a wall). Hold for 10 secs. Do both sides.	Variation: turn your head to look over your right shoulder. Hold 10-15 secs. Do both sides.
Hips that are hip:
Push bottom forward while pushing hip to the side. Back leg is straight and back heel stays on the floor.	Lunge forward, back knee on ground; check that the front foot is forward of the front knee. Hold for 30 seconds.	Squat, hold a partner for balance; for a firmer stretch, use your elbows to push your knees apart. Hold 20 secs.

Attention – upper legs:
Check that feet point forward: lunge sideways on bent knee, keep back straight. Hold for 15 secs each side.	Facing forward, you can slowly bend sidewards with your left shoulder going towards your left knee.	Keep the front leg straight, look straight ahead, slowly bend forward comfortably until you feel a stretch.
Hold the top of your right foot with your left hand; gently pull your heel towards your butt (knee stays down).	Place your back foot on a chair; keep knees bent and back straight as you slide your hips forward. Hold 20 secs.	Sit on an imaginary stool; hold for 30 secs to relax the upper back of your leg & strengthen the front and lower.
Hold onto chair or partner, pull your knee towards your chest. Back stays straight; feet point forwards.	Keep the back foot pointing forward; bend your front knee and slide your hips forward. Hold for 30 secs.	Feet about shoulder width apart, slowly bend forward from the hips. Relax and hold for 25 secs.
Focus on the lower leg, ankles and feet:
Lean forward (partner, wall, etc); back leg stays straight and back heel stays on the floor. Feet are parallel.	Lean on a chair; keeping your back flat, push down with your hips onto your back heel. Hold for 25 secs	rock from toes to heels; balance and walk on tippy-toes; walk "on a sponge", toes touching the ground before the heels.
References: "Stretching", Bob Anderson, Shelter Publications, California, USA, 1980. "Warm Up", Smartplay brochure, Sports Medicine Australia, VIC, email: smartplay@vic.sma.org.au "Yoga", Mira Mehta, Sebastian Kelly, Oxford, England, Anness Publishing Ltd, London, 1999.

RESOURCES for SALE by FDA By Jim Battisson: Book "Glossary of Dance Terms" $15 (with P & P) or $12 at workshops, etc. By André van de Plas: International Folk Dances for Adults. Book & cassette 1989 - 1998 tours - $12 set. 1999 - 2001 tours - $25 set. Book & CD 2000 - 2002 tours  - $30 set Videos. 1989 - 2002 tours. - $35 each. International Folk Dances for Children.Book & cassette. 1986, 89, 91, 94, 97, 99 & 2000 tours. - $30 set Book & CD 2000 tour  - $35 set Videos of Children's Dances: 2000 tour  - $35 each Easy Dances Cassette and booklet  - $12 set By Gary & Carol Crees 'Off the Wall Dances' (Vol One) (for 2-8 year olds) Book & CD   - $45 set 'Off The Wall Dances' (Vol Two) (for 2-8 year olds) Book & CD   - $45 set By Yves Moreau: Balkan & International Folk Dances. Book & cassette 1993 tour. - $25 set. 'Ajde Na Horo' 20 Bulgarian Folk Dance Favourites. Recorded in Bulgaria under the supervision of Jaap Leegwater and Yves. Book & cassette - $25 set. 'Folk Dances from Bulgaria and Elsewhere' - selection of 24 dances from Bulgaria, the Balkans, and other countries - from Yves' 2001 Australian tour. Book & CD   - $30 set. Video   - $35 By John Garden: "The Lost Dances of Earthly Delights" Set = 4 CDs & 52 pg booklet - $75 set See www.earthlydelights.com.au for other resources. By Nevofoon: 'Easy Dances for Adults & Beginners' CD & booklet   - $35 set Music Cassette & booklet   - $30 set Video of dances (taken at workshop)   - $20 Add $5 to above prices for postage. Other Nevofoon Resources - Nevofoon Folk Dance resources (CDs, tapes and books) available through FDA's discount service. Contact your Folk Dance group or Kaye for the Nevofoon catalogue. Please Note: Prices quoted above are for FDA members. Non-members please add $5 to cost of each item. Add $5 to above prices for postage. All resources available through Kaye Laurendet, 127 Woronora Cres, COMO WEST 2226

FDA Workshop Videos All videos $30 From FDA Workshops: Koce Stojcevski, Macedonian Dances (1999) Koce Stojcevski, Macedonian Dances (2000) Yves Moreau, Balkan & Other International Dances           (2001 Australian Tour) Kaye Laurendet, "Come & Try", easy dances and Andrew Rossides, Greek Dances (2001) Tineke van Geel, Armenian Dances (2001) Vasilios Aligiannis, Greek Dances of Celebration and Participation (2002) Yorgo Kaporis, Macedonian Dances (2002) Please Note: Add $5 to above prices for postage and handling. Prices quoted above are for FDA members. Non-members please add $5 to cost of each item. All resources available through Kaye Laurendet, 127 Woronora Cres, COMO WEST 2226 or e-mail: okaye@optusnet.com.au New FDA Resources Anthology of Folklore Music – Serbia 1, Volume 4 (Folkraft CD 2904) and Serbia 2, Volume 5 (Folkraft CD 2905). Do the dances Setnja, U Sest, Makazice, Bela Rada, Zajecarka, Ajde Lepa Maro, Sarajevka, the perennial Savila se bela Loza, Stara Vlajna, Vranjanka (Sano Duso), Popovicanka, and Sestorka (to name a few) stir memories in you of fun, lively company, great music and - in fact - the good old days? Dances that you would love to share with newer folk dancers but can’t because your music (on records or tapes, of course) is scratched, distorted through being stretched, has faded to a whisper or has developed strange whines, whirrs and whistles. Pine no more. Folkraft have captured the good old days on a range of CDs, which contain those old memorable recordings in beautiful, permanently noise-free, unstretched sound. The dances for the "Anthology" were chosen for their "active dancing" and sound qualities by Frank Kaltman and Dan Wolfert of Folkraft, and others, including Ricky Holden, who supervised much of the original recorded material in Europe and Asia with people such as Dora Stratou and Dr Csaba Palfi. Two of these CDs, listed above, are devoted to Serbia and give you 2 hours of Serbian dance music (44 dances in all!). Although there are no dance instructions, interesting notes on the area, translation, rhythms and musical instruments are included for each dance.

...continued from previous page Anthology of Folklore Music – Bulgaria and Macedonia, Volume 2 (Folkraft CD 2902). Another CD from this wonderful range covers 24 dances from Bulgaria and Macedonia - dances like Gankino Kopanica, Jove Male Mome, Graovsko, Cestoto, Tropnalo Oro, Kopacka, Arap (Zajko kokorajko), Jovane Jovanke, Cetvorka and Sadilo Mome that are sure to rekindle your excitement. The Bulgarian dances included are representative of several of the country’s ethnographic zones (eg, North Bulgaria, Dobrudja, Thrace, Shope, Rhodope, and Pirin). The Macedonian dances cover many of the different and challenging rhythms that can be found in the "folkloric" area (which includes part of modern-day Greece and Bulgaria). You can order your copies of one or more of these CDs through our FDA Resource Manager (Kaye Laurendet, okaye@optusnet.com.au or 02 9528 4813) for $22 each (plus postage). Don’t call me - I’m off to share one of my old-time favourites, "Pop Marinko" from Volume 4, with the Glenbrook group! ? Maureen Petherick Other Resources Cajun Kings – various artists, Latisphere LAT1013 (MRA) Cajun folk music comes from Louisiana, unique music that goes with unique dances, with French, Creole and even Country Swing ingredients. Much of it is vocal music, and principal instruments are the fiddle and the accordion. This compilation of some top-notch Cajun bands and artists including Beausoleil, Dennis McGee, Sandy Courtville, Canray Fontenot and Bois-Sec Ardoin. The majority of tracks are by Beausoleil, headed by fiddle player Michael Doucet, arguably the finest exponent of Cajun music. This band has an impressive array of finely produced albums which should be sought by keen followers of the genre. All of the recordings on this compilation are live, something not stated on the packaging, but nevertheless the documentation is excellent and the recordings themselves quite good. This is a worthy introduction to this unique and effervescent music from the deep south as well as containing "new" material for the converted. Voices of the World – Sacred Voices on a Global Journey - various artists Latisphere LAT1009 (MRA) An attractively packaged assortment of 12 vocal traditional, and very authentic, tracks from Colombia, India, Nigeria, Laos, Morocco, USA, Peru, Ethiopia, Turkey and Zimbabwe. This is "real roots" material, not "on location" recordings but of studio quality. From capella solo recordings to full-blown choirs, meditative and gentle songs to gleeful chants, the album covers a wide spectrum of native world music. ? Julius Timmerman   Sign on the door of a maternity room: "Push. Push. Push."

Letter to the Editor Join with MFMS for the BIG DANCE DAY. My name is Baz Cooper and am the current President of the Monaro Folk Music Society based in Canberra. We are organising a 'Big Dance Day' for October 19th 2002 at the Soldiers Hall in Bundanoon, NSW. We are doing this in collaboration with Dave de Santi and his Illawarra club. Bundanoon was chosen because it is central and we want to invite dancers from Sydney, Wollongong, Canberra and other surrounding areas to get together for a day of dance workshops, from about mid-morning followed by a big evening dance. The hall is right opposite the railway station and there is plenty of local accommodation if needed, ranging from hotels to camping and hostels. We wanted variety and so far have the great and well respected 'Wongawilli' to play for the Bush/Colonial dancing and my band 'Allez-Gator' for Cajun/Zydeco dancing. Other styles should be added, too. It should be one huge, fantastic dance party and a chance for the dancers of our region to meet one another. ? Baz Cooper The 2-sex Israeli Dancer (Adapted by Robin Jaensch [London] from a poem published in an English folk dance magazine and reproduced here from "Rokdim Yechefim", Autumn Issue, Vol 12, No 2) I’m a two-sex Israeli dancer And it may seem rather dim But I never spend an evening    As a full-time her or him. I change my sex from dance to dance My yemenites always alter It’s really not surprising    That I occasionally falter. The old and simple dances I can manage very nicely But I can also learn a new dance    And do it most precisely. But, when it comes to next week I don’t know if I can For I learnt it as a woman    And now dance it as a man. And so you men have all the luck To always stay the same When female "gentlemen" go wrong    Be sparing with your blame. I’ll add a postscript to this tale One comfort I have got When both the women change their sex    It doesn’t show a lot.

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FOLK ON THE WEB Name: Anna Travali, annatravali@hotmail.com Date: 9 Jun 2002 Subject: News from Bulgaria I very much enjoy dancing with Zornitsa, and am going on tour with them at the end of July, to France and Spain. Before then, shall participate in Balkanfolk seminar in Pamporovo. The experience of dancing in Bulgaria is fantastic and I'm also attending horo classes at weekends, so have the best of both worlds. Happy dancing! Best wishes, Anna, Noosa International Folkdancers, Qld. Name: Fred Ajudua, fred@nigeria.com From: Lagos-Nigeria Date: 8/7/2002 Comments: Great site whao!!!! Name: Aylwen Garden, garden@earthlydelights.com.au From: Canberra, Australia Date: 17/6/2002 Homepage: Earthly Delights, www.earthlydelights.com.au Comments: Just to let others know on the web site - that our 4CD & Dance Book is now available through FDA! Also, our own website features dance books, dance instructions, dance tips and a 26-page dance history by John Garden - ALL NEW for our site so please do visit and have a look. Feedback very welcome!! Cheers, Aylwen Garden Name: 27 IDX 106 – Odinn Date: 2/6/2002 Homepage: http://www.islandia.is/odinn From: Akranes - ICELAND Comments: Very good webpage you have here, and best greetings to all your visitors. You are also WELCOME to visit my webpage as well. Have big fun... A little bit of knowledge …. ? Noah's wife was called Joan of Ark. Noah built an ark, which the animals come on to in pears. Lot's wife was a pillar of salt by day, but a ball of fire by night. Moses led the Hebrews to the Red Sea, where they made unleavened bread which is bread without any ingredients. Moses went up on Mount Cyanide to get the ten amendments. The seventh commandment is thou shalt not admit adultery. Jesus was born because Mary had an immaculate contraption. Finklesteins, a race of people who lived in Biblical times. (from Primary school children’s responses

Check out these websites Brisbane Ethnic Music and Arts Centre (BEMAC): For the latest in ethnic music, dance, film and art events in Queensland, go to the BEMAC website at: http://www.bemac.org.au Earthly Delights: Check out www.earthlydelights.com.au/upcoming.htm for the latest events to be presented by Earthly Delights in Canberra. Their website www.earthlydelights.com.au also now contains dance instructions, dance history, dance tips and terms, how to organise your own dance, dance costumes and Christmas dances! Romanian Connection: If you haven't done so already, you might be interested to look at Nick Green's Romanian website. Cute! Go to: http://members.aol.com/eliznik/roman.htm Upcoming Aussie Folk Festivals: http://www.folkalliance.org.au/ Monaro Folk Society (MFS) Dance News: If you live ACT way, you will be interested in the complete forward planning calendar of the MFS: www.travellertv.com.au/MFMS/resources.html Advertising on FDA Website: For Non-profit clubs: Links from the FDA website are provided free-of-charge to websites of non-profit clubs and organisations related to dance and folk. For Businesses: We have set up a page specifically for displaying links to the websites of businesses and other "for-profit" organisations. The annual (ie, Jan – Dec) cost of FDA providing a link to your website is $40. However, if you have at least one FDA member within your management or staff you will be entitled to a 50% discount. If you are interested in FDA providing a link from our website to yours, please email your details to Kaye. Payment Details: By internet: St George Bank, BSB: 112879, A/C No 053 969 771 By cheque to "Folk Dance Australia Inc", The FDA Treasurer, 127 Woronora Cres COMO WEST NSW 2226 Remember: Today's mighty oak is yesterday's nut that held its ground.

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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY 1 Aug 2002 One day, André’s Easy Dance Workshop, presented by André van de Plas, 10am – 2pm, Gymea Scout Hall, June Place, Gymea, NSW Contact Kaye: 02 9528 4813, or Fiona: 02 9548 0508 or email: okaye@optusnet.com.au. 2 Aug 2002 weekend, Bowral Residential Workshop, with André van de Plas. Contact Kaye on 02 9258 4813 or email okaye@optusnet.com.au 8 Aug 2002 Afternoon, Folk Dance Workshop for School Teachers, 4 – 6pm, Gymea Scout Hall, June Place, Gymea, NSW Contact Kaye: 02 9528 4813, or Fiona: 02 9548 0508 or email: okaye@optusnet.com.au. 10 Aug 2002 Bush Dance, music By Mulligan's Flat, St John's Anglican Church Hall: Constitution Ave, west of Anzac Pde, Reid, ACT. Contact http://www.travellertv.com.au/MFMS. 10 Aug 2002 "Nuit du Folk" dance evening, with live music by "Last Five Coins". Dalkeith Hall, Waratah Ave, Dalkeith, Perth, WA, 7pm - midnight. Contact Laurel: email louis@nw.com.au or ph 08 9448 8179. 24 Aug 2002 Aart’s August Moon Party, from 7pm, with Los inKas, 30 Reedy Rd Cattai, NSW. BYO food, chairs, cushions, candles, (& tent if you like to stay overnight!) Contact Aart 02 4572 8568. 24 Aug 2002 Colonial Subscription Ball, Maitland Town Hall, NSW. Music by "Coalbrook Band". Contact Dianna Ellis email: stellis6@hotmail.com, 02 4963 6079 or Julia Smith 02 4955 5701. 31 Aug 2002 Bush Dance, music By Mulligan's Flat, St John's Anglican Church Hall: Constitution Ave, west of Anzac Pde, Reid, ACT. Contact http://www.travellertv.com.au/MFMS. 8 Sep 2002 FDA Italian Folk Dance Workshop; details to be confirmed. 11 Sep 2002 5 days, 18th Illawarra Folk Festival at Jamberoo, NSW. Contact: 1300 887 034 or website: http://www.illawarrafolkclub.org.au 27 Sep 2002 2 weeks, Summer Dance Camp Bulgaria 2002, Seminar 4, with Belco Stanev, in Varna, Bulgaria. Contact Belco Stanev, Hegelstr 39, 72108 Wurmlingen, Germany. 27 Sep 2002 3 days, Wollombi Festival, Hunter Valley, NSW. Contact nswannell@hotmail.com 4 Oct 2002 4 days, Bungendore! Dance Festival, Bungendore village, NSW, off Federal Highway, approx 40 kms from Canberra; includes Saturday Ball, Sunday Anglo-Celtic Dance, Workshops, Dance displays. Contact Colin Towns, ctowns@ozemail.com.au or Jim Bradman 02 9698 1610. 19 Oct 2002 Monaro Folk Music Society, Big Dance Day, at the Soldiers Hall, Bundanoon, NSW. Contact BazCooper@aol.com or Dave de Santi 1300 887 034, or check http://www.travellertv.com.au/MFMS 25 Oct 2002 3 day, Machol Pacifica 2002, NZ National Israeli Dance Camp, with guest choreographer from Israel, Shlomo Maman, at St Peter’s College, Holdsworth Ave, Palmerston North, New Zealand. Contact: Jan Okey, janokey@inspire,net.nz 15 Nov 2002 3 days, Majors Creek Folk Festival, Braidwood, NSW. Contact email cudjuck@braidwood.net.au; web: http://www.newsouthfolk.com/matc/ 27 Dec 2002 6 days, Woodford Folk Festival, QLD. Contact:07 5496 1066, email: qff@woodfordfolkfestival.com, web: http://www.woodfordfolkfestival.com 27 Dec 2002 6 days, Gulgong Folk Festival, NSW. Contact Di O’Mara 02 6374 1350. Sign in an optometrist's office: "If you don't see what you're looking for, you've come to the right place." Sign on a plumbers truck: "We repair what your husband fixed."

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