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SQUARE DANCE
ASSOCIATION
Of GREEN COUNTRY
March & April 2015
OFFICERS & COMMITTEES
THIS DANCE
SEASON IS
ABOUT OVER
UNTIL
SEPTEMBER
SO LETS GO
VISITING
OTHER CLUBS
DURING THE
SUMMER
JIM & JULIA REESE
PRESIDENT
BILL & JANIS POWELL
VICE PRESIDENT
GREG & SHELLEY ROSE
SECRETARY/EDUCATION
COLLEEN HEINIG
JENNI BATES
TREASURER
RICHIE & SHARON
RICHARDSON
DELEGATE
GEORGE & SHIRLEY HAZLETT
INSURANCE CHAIRMAN
IIMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT
CHARLES & JENEAN HERNDON
VISIT 9 / DELEGATE
CECIL & BARBARA BURTON
DELEGATE
CARTER & JENNI BATES
DELEGATE
JIM REESE—NEWSLETTER
[email protected]
Updated 2/26/2015
PRESIDENTS RAMBLINGS
Spring is surely around the corner. We are ready for the OSDF Spring Round-up at Western Hills Lodge in Wagoner. SDAGC is the host district and our assignment is the Saturday afternoon fun dance. We encourage all of the callers and dancers to attend this event
and we know you will have a great time.
We still have 3 clubs and they seem to be doing good. Each of the clubs are holding 2
dances each month and having a great time.
Lake Keystone Squares has a new caller, Calvin Hollis. Calvin isn’t new to the Square
Dance world but returning. He is young and full of excitement.
Bill & Janis Powell will be in charge of the OSDF Ticket program this year for Green
Country. They are making plans for the showing of the grand prize and the selling of
tickets. Your support of this program will be greatly appreciated by the Federation, your
District and especially your club. This is the only fundraiser of the year and the financial
life blood of our District and club. Get behind this program, you will have a great time.
George & Shirley Hazlett will be making plans for the Green Country Festival on the 2nd
Saturday in November. When they call you for help, be ready with an excited YES. We
will all have a great time.
Jim & Julia Reese, President
Square Dance Association of Green Country
GREN COUNTRY CALLER APPRECIATION DINNER
Green County District held their Callers Appreciation Dinner on February 21st at Johnny Carino's in
Tulsa. We had 32 people attend to show their appreciation for our callers. Attendees enjoyed good food
and good fellowship. Callers spouses were given a box of chocolates. Also, our president couple received a
box.
We want to thank everyone for coming out to show our callers we appreciate them.
George & Shirley Hazlett
CALLER’S CORNER
For some of you older dancers that might remember about a commercial on T.V. about
thinking outside the box. This brought back the memory of the puzzle showing dots in a certain order and you were to connect all the dots without lifting
the pencil or crossing lines. The solution was to draw outside the box to get the
dots all connected. We are sure most of you remember this puzzle.
We got to thinking about how this same idea can be used in getting new dancers into Square Dancing. We need to THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX. The box
being, we have talked to all our friends and we have already tried that and the
last time it didn’t work either. This is thinking inside the box.
So how do we THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX? First forget everything that did not work in the
past. Forget everything negative about ways to bring in new Square Dancers. Forget whether
the last set of lessons was large or small and whether we gained a lot of new dancers. Do not
put limitations on your ideas as to what you can accomplish. Don’t be afraid to tell anyone how
much Fun Square Dancing is to do. Don’t be afraid to tell how much Fellowship we have between Square Dancers. When somebody says they don’t have the time ask when they might
have the time and get their name and phone number so we can work on having them join when
they do have the time. It they are not sure about their ability to learn to dance ask them to just
come to first lesson that is given and if they still feel that way after only one lesson then we will
understand. If they are really hesitant tell them you will pick them up for the first lesson.
THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX, who are the people to ask and where do we find them. There are
all kinds of places to look, Churches, Neighbors, Fellow Employees, Relatives, and People you
do business with, even strangers that you come in contact with. Acquaintances that you socialize with, anyone with a smile on their face could be a prospective Square Dancer.
We know sometimes it is hard to talk to a stranger about Square Dancing do to some of us being shy individuals. So to THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX let’s, each of us, sit down and draw up
our own individual plan as to whom you would feel comfortable contacting.
Make your list as long as you can so if you get a turn down you will have others to contact. Do
Not Get Discouraged and THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX and we can see a large crowd on the
first lessons night.
Sincerely,
Cecil & Barbara Burton
GET WELL WISHES go to Barbara Burton. On Monday, 2/23 Barbara had knee replacement surgery in OKC. Cecil reports that
she is recovering nicely. Barbara is at home and her daughter
and Cecil are the main care givers so we know she is in good
hands. Prayers and cards would be appreciated.
OSDF SPRING ROUND-UP
On March 20, 21 & 22 Square Dancers from around the State of OK and some surrounding areas
will come together at Western Hills Lodge at Sequoyah State Park in Wagoner to fellowship, educate
and conduct the business of the Oklahoma State Federation. If you do not have an invitation, please
let us know and we will get the necessary information to you. This event is open to all square dancers. It is a great time to get acquainted with dancers from areas, hear callers you may not otherwise
hear and get informed on what goes on around the State. Dancing is our area is great, however
there is a very large world of square dancers out there and you are missing the “Big Picture” if you
are not part of it. We encourage each and everyone of you to participate in these events and get to
know other people who share the same hobby as you do. Think about it and come join us for a funfilled week-end.
Jim & Julia
Rambler News
Due to a problem with the church where Ramblers have been dancing, they are cancelling all their
dances until futher notice. We will let you know when they plan to dance again.
Lake Keystone Squares News
Lake Keystone Squares is announcing that we have a new caller, Calvin Hollis. Everyone had a
great time at our fist dance with Calvin on Feb 20. Calvin is a young energetic caller that likes to keep
the dance fun by changing the pace and pattern of the calls and keeping you on your toes. Come visit
us at 101 Green Valley Park Road in Mannford, Oklahoma. We are just 15 minutes from Sand
Springs. Directions from Tulsa: Take HWY 51 West to Mannford, turn left at stoplight and stay to
your left. Green Valley Park Road will be on your left. If you go to the stop sign, you went too far. If
you get lost call Greg at 918-381-9467 or Jim at 918-740-5419.
Lake Keystone will be dancing this spring 2015 on March 6 and 20, April 3 and 17, and May 1 and 15.
Workshop starts at 7:30 pm, dance starts at 8:00.
Some of our members are looking forward to attending State Round-Up at Western Hills held March
20, 21, and 22 at the Western Hills Sequoyah Lodge in Wagoner, OK.
We had the Caller's Appreciation Dinner Feb 21 at Johnny Carino's in Tulsa. Everyone that attended
had a good time. This dinner tells our callers that we really appreciate all their hard work and
dedication. Without them, we could not enjoy our hobby. Thanks again to all of our callers
everywhere.
Hope to see you at the Lake Keystone dances as well as other dances in the area.
See you in a square,
Greg and Shelley Rose, Presidents
Belles & Beaus News
We made it through all the Holiday activities, and have had two dances in January and will have
had two in February by the time of this publication. We had winter themed dances in January
and a Valentines dance with "Love Songs" on February the 10th, and the theme for February
24th was "Sweet Country Music".
We have had three recent visitations; on Saturday evening February 14th we visited Spectaculars and recovered a banner that they were holding captive. The following Wednesday we visited
Rushing Stars and again retrieved another hostage banner of ours. On Friday February 20th we
visited Lake Keystone and enjoyed the dance called by their new caller "Calvin Hollis"; we got
another banner that we are now holding hostage. We had 12 club members at the Specs dance,
13 at Rushing Stars, and 8 at Lake Keystone.
We enjoyed the Green Country Caller Appreciation Dinner, at Johnnie Carinos Saturday evening February 21st along with about 35 others. We appreciate our callers, and thank them for
the sacrifices they make to help each of our clubs.
Barbara Burton had knee replacement surgery on Monday February 23, early reports indicate
the surgery went well, please continue to keep her in your thoughts and prayers.
We will be dancing on March 10th and March 24th; then April 14th and 28th. We welcome all
to come join us for a fun evening as you have opportunity.
Charles and Jenean Herndon, Presidents
VISIT 9 DANCES FOR 2015
Southern Spring Fling—4-18-2015—Wewoka, OK
Central Jamboree—5-30-2015—Swing Club– OKC
Panhandle Festival—5-30-2015—VFW—Perryton, TX
South West Route 66—7-10-11-2015—Elk City, OK
Southern BBQ—8-15-2015—Kingston, OK
Panhandle Festival—9-19-2015—Perryton, TX
Southern Fall Bash—10-10-2015—TBA
South West Festival—10-17-2015—Weatherford, OK
South Central Festival—10-24-2015—TBA
OSDF Shriners Fund raiser—10-31-2015—Shrine Hall, OKC
OSDF Festival—11-6-7-8-2015 –Reed Center, Mid West City
Green Country Festival—11-14-2015—St. Marks United Methodist Church, Tulsa, OK
North West Festival—11-21-2015—Shattuck, OK
Southern New Years Eve dance—12-31-2015—TBA
If I have missed anyone please let me know Jim
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Belles & Beaus
Lake Keystone Squares
Ramblers
St. Marks United
Methodist Church
10513 E. Admiral Place
Tulsa
CALLER: Cecil &
Barbara Burton
Dance starts at 7:30 PM
Charles & Jenean
Herndon
918-437- 7577
Mannford Community
Center
101 Green Valley
Park Road
Mannford
CALLER: Calvin Hollis
Dance starts at 8:00 PM
Greg & Shelly Rose
918-227-2053
New Covenant Bible Church
In the Carbondale area
4800 South Yukon
Tulsa, OK
CALLER: Richie & Sharon
Richardson
Dance starts at 8:00 PM
Richie Richardson
918-815-7124
GREEN COUNTRY DIRECTORY
SQUARE DANCE ASSOCIATION OF GREEN COUNTRY
PRESIDENT:
Jim & Julia Reese
P. O. Box 518
Mannford, OK 74044
[email protected]
HOME:
918-865-2846
HIS CELL: 918-740-5419
VICE PRESIDENT
Bill & Janis Powell
10892 S. 193rd W. Ave
Sapulpa, OK 74066
[email protected]
HIS CELL: 918-521-9544
HER CELL: 918-557-7394
[email protected]
SECRETARY
Greg & Shelley Rose
7817 So. 145th W. Ave.
Sapulpa, OK 74066
[email protected]
HOME:
918-227-2053
HER CELL: 918-381-9608
HIS CELL: 918-381-9467
TREASURER
Jenni Bates
1700 W. Charleston
Broken Arrow, OK 74011
Her Cell 918-521-7775
[email protected]
Colleen Heinig
7944 S. Sheridan—Apt. 1104
Tulsa, OK 74133
Her Cell 208-661-7196
[email protected]
INSURANCE CHAIR / IMMED. PAST PRESIDENT
George & Shirley Hazlett
HOME:
918-488-1990
9016 So. Lakewood Ct.
HIS CELL: 918-691-0513
Tulsa, OK 74137
[email protected]
OSDF DELEGATES:
CHARLES & JENEAN HERNDON
HIS CELL: 918-850-2395
CECIL & BARBARA BURTON
HIS CELL: 580-716-3217
RICHIE & SHARON RICHARDSON
HIS CELL: 918-853-7667
CARTER & JENNI BATES
HOME : 918-449-0484
GREEN COUNTRY DIRECTORY Page 2
TICKET CHAIRMAN:
Bill & Janis Powell
10892 S. 193rd W. Ave
Sapulpa, OK 74066
HIS CELL: 918-521-9544
HER CELL: 918-557-7394
[email protected]
[email protected]
VISIT – 9 CHAIRMAN:
Charles & Jenean Herndon
15548 E. Oklahoma
Tulsa, OK 74116
[email protected]
HIS CELL: 918-850-2395
HER CELL: 918-437-7277
FESTIVAL CHAIRMAN
George & Shirley Hazlett
9016 So. Lakewood Ct.
Tulsa, OK 74137
[email protected]
HOME:
918-488-1990
HIS CELL: 918-691-0513
CLUB PRESIDENTS:
BELLES AND BEAUS
Charles & Jenean Herndon
15548 E. Oklahoma
Tulsa, OK 74116
[email protected]
HIS CELL: 918-850-2395
HER CELL: 918-437-7277
LAKE KEYSTONE SQUARES:
Greg & Shelley Rose
7817 So. 145th W. Ave.
Sapulpa, OK 74066
[email protected]
HOME:
918-227-2053
HER CELL: 918-381-9608
HIS CELL: 918-381-9467
RAMBLERS
Billy Wright & Christal Ward
1624 S. Sycamore Ave.
Broken Arrow, OK 74012
HIS CELL: 918-527-2594
[email protected]
GREEN COUNTRY DIRECTORY Page 3
CALLERS
CALLER FOR BELLES AND BEAUS
Cecil & Barbara Burton
501 N. 4th St
Ponca City, OK 74601
[email protected]
HOME: 580-762-4147
HIS CELL: 580-716-3217
CALLER FOR LAKE KEYSTONE SQUARES
Calvin Hollis
CELL: 539-777-3578
33100 West 41st Street
Mannford, OK 74044
No E Mail
CALLER FOR RAMBLERS
Richie & Sharon Richardson
P. O. Box 944
Salina, OK 74365
[email protected]
CELL: 918-853-7667
ASSOCIATE CALLERS:
Paula & Jeff Dunham
58571 So. Berryhill Road
Jennings, OK 74038
[email protected]
[email protected]
HOME: 918-757-2583
HER CELL: 918-892-5103
HIS CELL: 918-289-8041
64th NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION®
Springfield, Massachusetts
JUNE 24, 25, 26 & 27, 2015
New Tour Offered
Welcome to Springfield, MA
Thursday, 6/25 Friday, 6/26 Saturday, 6/27 @ 9 am Cost $35.00
The oldest and largest of all the places named Springfield in the USA!
During the 3 1/2 hour guided bus tour, you’ll get to see:
Court Square, the historic center of the city
The site of Shays Rebellion of 1787
McKnight Historic District, wood-framed, late Victorian neighborhood
Forest Park Heights District, the city’s largest historic district which includes the homes of Dr. Seuss and Thornton Burgess
You’ll get to stop and spend time at:
The Springfield Armory, established by George Washington and maker of weapons from the Revolutionary War to the
Vietnam War. Now a National Park, it houses one of the largest collections of fire arms in the country and chronicles
innovations which helped spark America’s Industrial revolution.
McKnight Historic District, the largest wood-frame, late Victorian neighborhood in New England
Forest Park Heights District, the city’s largest historic district
The Naismith Memorial Basket Hall of Fame, which celebrates the greatest moments and brightest stars of the game
invented in Springfield in 1891. The Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden, honoring local son Theodor Seuss
Giesel.
The Springfield Museums, four museums with extensive collections of art, science, and history including Springfieldmade Indian Motorcycles, Rolls-Royce, and Duryea, the first American gasoline powered vehicle.
To book this tour, write CITY TOUR in the Special Needs Space on the Tour Registration Form.
64th NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION®
Springfield, Massachusetts
JUNE 24, 25, 26 & 27, 2015
HEARING ENHANCEMENT
What to expect at the 64th National Square Dance Convention®
(Along with some tutorial information for interested dancers.)
by Al Rouff, Services Chairman, 64th NSDC®
Hearing enhancement systems literally place the speaker at the ear of the listener and dramatically reduce background noise. This background noise may include sideline talking, motor or fan noise (e.g. heating or air conditioning
unit), floor noise (made by the dancers’ feet moving), etc. Hearing loss is invisible and can occur at any age. However, it is more prevalent as age increases. More than 50% of people over age 50 have a hearing loss significant
enough to impact their understanding of speech, especially in a background of noise. As the average age of square
dancers increases, so does the impact of hearing loss on the activity. Look at the demographics of our group. There
are many older dancers, and chances are high that a hearing enhancement system would be beneficial almost anywhere we go to dance. The use of a hearing enhancement system has extended the enjoyment of many people who
dance in our square dance activity.
What is ADA? ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Americans with Disabilities Act gives civil
rights protections to individuals with disabilities similar to those provided to other individuals on the basis of race, sex,
national origin, and religion. It guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations,
employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications. It states that one must
furnish auxiliary aids when necessary to ensure effective communication. For new building construction and alterations, fixed seating assembly areas that accommodate 50 or more people or have audio amplification systems must
have a permanently-installed assistive listening system. This must be done without extra charge to the persons using
the system. Although the act does not require alterations to existing facilities if undue burden on the owner of the facility can be proven, it does infer that hearing disabled individuals are to be provided with appropriate equipment,
whenever possible. It’s the law. There is a similar requirement in Canada, at least for new construction.
Why use FM systems? FM (frequency modulated) signals fill a room and will penetrate some walls and petitions.
These signals do not require “line of sight” direct contact between the transmitter and the receiver. FM signals generated by hearing enhancement transmitters travel several hundred feet. Infrared systems provide excellent sound quality, but require a direct “line of sight” transmission. This is virtually impossible to achieve with dancers moving around
the floor. Induction loop systems also provide good sound quality, but are not portable and could not be moved from
hall to hall.
How many FM frequencies are there? There are 10 wide band frequencies (channels) and 77 narrow band
frequencies (channels). For square dance venues, the wide band channels are used.
What is the recommended frequency to use? CALLERLAB has recommended the use of a wide band
channel at a frequency of 72.9 MHz By having a standardized frequency, dancers who own receivers can attend a
variety of dances and travel outside of their home area without having to change frequencies. Sometimes a different channel frequency must be used because of local radio interference, and sometimes because more than one
hall is set up for simultaneous operation on different channels.
64th NATIONAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION®
Springfield, Massachusetts
JUNE 24, 25, 26 & 27, 2015
What are the components of an FM hearing enhancement system? The system is composed of a transmitter
and a receiver. Multiple receivers can be used with one transmitter. The transmitter plugs into the caller’s/cuer’s amplifier and sends the “Voice Only” signal to the receivers. A battery powered receiver is worn by each dancer using the system.
Are there multiple channel transmitters and receivers? Most manufacturers make multiple channel units.
It is important to remember that there are 10 wide band frequencies in the ADA band plan. At a large square dance
convention or festival, several different channel frequencies may be in use. At the 64th NSDC®, the primary channel
will operate on 72.9 MHz. Other channels must also be used in order to prevent radio interference between adjacent
dance halls. Each hall will have a sign posted near the caller/cuer position where the transmitter frequency will be
displayed. The dancer should tune to the “active” channel when entering a different dance hall.
Can there be bleed over between adjoining halls if transmitters are being used o n t h e s a m e
c h a n n e l in both halls? Yes. A receiver will pick up the strongest signal. If halls are adjoining (or if they are
upstairs/downstairs from each other), it is best to use different frequencies. The 64th NSDC® will have a carefully considered channel plan designed to insure that no radio interference will occur between dance halls.
How does the dancer couple the receiver to his/her ear? Many dancers use a small rubber tip (ear plug) that
is inserted into the ear. These tips can be easily cleaned and stay in place while dancing. Other dancers use an ear
speaker or a set of headphones. A thin cable runs from the belt-pack receiver to the ear device. The dancer has a volume control on
the receiver.
Why do dancers buy their own receivers? Many dancers choose to buy their own receivers. They do this for
personal reasons, including ease of travel between groups (they can use it with different clubs on different nights),
sanitary reasons, and to assure that a receiver is available whenever they want to use it.
What brand of system should one buy? There are several manufacturers of hearing enhancement systems.
An Internet search will easily take you to them. One should compare features, quality, ease of use, durability, price, etc.,
and make decisions accordingly. A good approach might be to consult with someone who understands the technology and the
application. Above all, remember to purchase “ADA Compliant” equipment to insure interoperability with other ADA
Compliant systems, no matter where you travel and dance.
Who should buy the system? The answer to this question depends upon your personal needs. Some dancers
have purchased complete systems. Some transmitter units have been purchased by clubs and their members buy
their own receivers. Some systems are shared by several groups using the same hall.
Can dancers use their personal receivers at places other than square and round dances? Yes. They
can use the receiver at any establishment that uses an ADA Compliant system. This includes churches, theaters,
auditoriums, museums with walking tours, court rooms, etc.
The 64th NSDC® will provide ADA Compliant Hearing Assist transmitters in every square and round dance hall. Look f
channel frequency posted near the caller/cuer position.
Ed & Lynda Willis
4 Seasons Board