Tribe.net. Local Connections jean-the-dancing-machine http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/594ffdc6-c7b8-4f8e-b94d-08dcc3ebc20d 2009-12-13T02:13:13Z 2009-12-13T02:13:13Z

<div>A VICTORIAN TWELFTH NIGHT BALL <br/> <br/>The Dickens Fair Reunion Ball <br/>Saturday, January 2, 2010 <br/>Masonic Lodge of San Mateo Ballroom <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue , San Mateo , CA 94401 <br/>Doors Open: 6:45 pm <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 pm <br/>Formal Dancing Begins: 8:00 pm <br/>Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by December 26) <br/>Tickets at the door: $20.00 <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/> <br/>PEERS’ Website: http://www.peers.org <br/>Ball Website: http://www.peers.org/12th2010.html <br/> <br/>Dance, sing, feast and game at the season’s loveliest old-fashioned holiday party – a 12th Night Ball hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Bangers and Mash, the Bay Area’s most irresistible country dance band, will play a variety of Viennese and rotary waltzes, polkas, mazurka waltzes, schottisches, the Lancers, reels, and other set dances popular in the early and mid-19th century (As usual, all set dances will be taught or called and partners are not required. Indeed, introductions to partners will be cheerfully provided!). <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is evening or day dress from 1837 through 1870 (the heyday of Dickens’ literary career), any class. Modern evening dress is, as always, a completely acceptable substitute for period costume, and there is no dress code for the evening. Ladies, if you’re wearing a ball gown or evening gown, please be sure to bring a wrap since the ballroom will be cold before the dancing starts. Once we start dancing, the ballroom warms up beautifully! <br/> <br/>Intermission entertainment includes an interactive performance by the Peerless Music Hall and a special performance by our guest of honour, Mr. Charles Dickens. Gamers may enjoy either an intellectual game of whist or a rollicking game of Wink, and the evening will conclude with a glorious Hallelujah Chorus sing-a-long. <br/> <br/>To sustain us through this vigorous evening of dancing, punch and a light Old English snack buffet will be served (As usual, your potluck contributions to Mrs. Fezziwig’s kitchen are very welcome). <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets to the ball, send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue , Alameda , CA 94501 . To order tickets online via PayPal, please go to the ball website at http://www.peers.org/12th2010.html and click on the PayPal icon for directions. The deadline for purchasing advance tickets is Saturday, December 26. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. <br/> <br/>If you have any questions or need more information, please email peers@peers.org or call (510) 522-1731.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

jean-the-dancing-machine 2009-12-13T02:13:13Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/07f51f7c-7c1b-45ca-8880-beac37997daa 2009-10-25T10:26:26Z 2009-10-25T10:26:26Z

<div>A few snapshots from the October 2009 Gaskell's: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157622657211096/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

marianme 2009-10-25T10:26:26Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/511ae45b-779c-4bb4-8066-a6234e7049fa 2009-10-16T04:09:15Z 2009-10-16T04:09:15Z

<div>LE BAL DES VAMPIRES <br/>(sponsored by PEERS - the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society) <br/>Saturday, November 7, 2009 <br/>Location: Alameda Elks Lodge <br/>2255 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 <br/>Doors Open: 6:30 p.m. <br/>Dancing on Two Floors: <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing: 7:45 p.m. to Midnight in the Grand Ballroom <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/>Dracula's Daughter Discotheque &amp; Bar: 6:30pm-midnight <br/>Hosted by DJ Dark Moon <br/>Ball Website: http://www.peers.org/vamp09.html <br/> <br/>Please Note: Buy your ball tickets early. We expect this event to sell out. <br/> <br/>Tickets may be ordered by sending a check or money order to the following address: <br/>PEERS <br/>2144 B Buena Vista Avenue <br/>Alameda, CA 94501 <br/> <br/>You may also purchase tickets online by accessing the ball web site at http://www.peers.org/vamp09.html and clicking on the PayPal icon for directions. <br/> <br/>Ticket Prices: <br/>$25.00 from October 1 - October 24, 2009 <br/>$30.00 from October 25 - November 6, 2009 <br/>(Ticket sales will be discontinued when the event is sold-out.) <br/> <br/>Meanwhile, here is our latest ball write-up <br/> <br/>Waltz the night away in a beautiful candlelit ballroom with the San Francisco Bay Area’s most glamorous Undead at the 16th Annual Le Bal des Vampires. <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is evening dress of the century and country of your “rebirth.” This may include dress uniform, period costume (authentic or fantasy), vintage attire, or modern evening dress. There is no dress code for the ball (We certainly don’t expect Spike to attend in black tie!), but you will see some of the most gorgeous and creative costumes of the social season at Le Bal des Vampires. For some fun photos and useful costume tips, please see our ball website at http://www.peers.org/vamp09.html <br/> <br/>This year there will once again be simultaneous dancing on two separate floors: <br/> <br/>Our band in the elegant upstairs ballroom is the stylish but always dashing chamber ensemble Bangers &amp; Mash. As usual, haunting waltzes dominate the program, but the evening will feature a variety of dance music from across the centuries – from 18th century Baroque contredanses to 19th century Victorian rotary and Viennese waltzes, polkas, and mazurkas to elegant early 20th century tangos, blues, and fox trots and even some classic rock and roll Swing. Please note that the band’s first dance set will start at 7:45 pm sharp – 15 minutes earlier than usual. The dance sets will be unusually long, even by Bangers &amp; Mash’s high standards, so if you do plan to dance, please be certain to wear shoes or boots you can actually dance in. <br/> <br/>For those preferring a more modern style of dance music and free-style dancing, join us downstairs in Le Bal des Vampires’ Dracula’s Daughter’s Discotheque for a wonderfully varied repertoire of music to stir the blood and spirit from 6:30 p.m. to Midnight. Hosted by our principal DJ, Dark Moon, the disco also features a no-host (cash) bar and light refreshments for our mortal guests. <br/> <br/>Our half-time show in the ballroom is a performance by the celebrated Le Theatre des Vampires. Not recommended for the faint of heart but highly recommended for fans of the genre. <br/> <br/>If you have any questions, please email peers@peers.org or call (510) 522-1731. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2009-10-16T04:09:15Z Leilani http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/d3e70189-a27c-4f21-be90-5d92c8190890 2009-10-05T11:30:51Z 2009-10-05T11:30:51Z

<div>Here are some Gold Rush Days photos. Thanks to everyone who helped out the Sacramento Ballroom Society, and the Old Sacramento Living History Program. <br/> <br/>Sacramento Ballroom Society's: <br/> <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/sacramento_ballroom_society/sets/72157622269116047/ <br/>More will be added soon. <br/> <br/>Kim Yasuda, a photographer extraordinaire has captured 100s more photos of all aspects of the event: <br/> <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157622120264791/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Leilani 2009-10-05T11:30:51Z jean-the-dancing-machine http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/5cc72af1-1a67-4ca9-9f2e-67cf0c094ebb 2009-09-07T05:01:56Z 2009-09-07T05:01:56Z

<div>The beautiful (and sometimes willful) Duchess of Alba invites you to a ball in honor of her favourite painter, Francisco Goya. Senor Goya had produced fabulous portraits of the Duchess (but she is NOT that maja; you know the one we mean!). <br/> <br/>Join the Duchess and the Bay Area English Regency Society celebrate the splendors of Espana as we dance in the perfumed evening air of Madrid. Sample the board, play a game of chance, or simply converse with the grandees of the Spanish court and their friends. <br/> <br/>Music provided by the Divertimento Orchestra under the direction of James Langdell. Dance Master Alan Winston will teach and lead the dances. <br/> <br/>Costumes admired, but not required. Gifts of comestibles for the table are appreciated. You need not bring a partner. <br/> <br/>Saturday, October 10, 2009. 52 Arlington Avenue, Kensington, CA. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., dancing starts at 8:00. Subscriptions are $15 in advance; $20 at the door. <br/> <br/>Send checks to BAERS, c/o Vanessa Schnatmeier, 1122 Hudson St., Redwood City, CA 94061. For more information, go to our website: <br/>http//www.baers.org.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

jean-the-dancing-machine 2009-09-07T05:01:56Z Azura http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/e90c3a13-f266-48ec-a9e8-a0d8ed2ad113 2009-08-30T21:45:29Z 2009-08-30T21:44:34Z

<div>I have a large selection of amazing costumes for sale. <br/> <br/>Costumes range from $5.00 to $350.00 check out my site for all the images http://costumesforsalerenfairedickensan.shutterfly.com/19 <br/> <br/>Check out what we have: <br/> <br/>Black Mink Stole &amp; Muff (excellent condition) $100.00 <br/>Black Day Coat Med $15.00 <br/>Stripe Skirt Blk &amp; White $20.00 <br/>Chamis Med $5.00 <br/>Bloomers $5 &amp; $10 <br/>Lace Pettycoat NEW $40.00 <br/>Eyelet apron $5.00 <br/>Shawl Black $5.00 <br/>Shawl Red $10.00 <br/>Grey Wool Shawl $15.00 <br/>Gillies euro size 4 1/2 $20.00 <br/>Black boots size 9 $5.00 <br/>Hoop skirts used as is $10.00 <br/>Pale blue ball gown size 6 $100.00 <br/>Green Fezziwig Dress small waist 24" $55.00 <br/>**Dove Grey Victorian Ensamble small waist 24" $350.00 <br/>***One two teired skirt <br/>***Day jacket <br/>***lace sleves <br/>***Ballgown top <br/>Blue check lower class costume great for a TART! $40.00 small <br/>Middle class Maid costume $75.00 <br/>Dress seperate from maid is $50.00 <br/>Mop cap &amp; Apron with pin tucks $25.00 <br/>Silver underskirt small 24" waist $20.00 <br/>Blue corset $50.00 waist 24" <br/> <br/>I am in Campbell and can be reached at 408-839-6365 to view the costumes. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Azura 2009-08-30T21:44:34Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/d0b49213-fd05-4a17-89e9-96b9cbd44b63 2009-08-10T16:02:13Z 2009-08-10T16:02:13Z

<div>Bring out your new! <br/> <br/>I'm planning to bring a newcomer to August Gaskell's and I think you should, too. Usually plenty of floorspace for the August dance with some regulars out at weddings and last minute summer nonsense. Good way to introduce someone new without it being too overwhelming. Then they'll be ready for the following costumed extravaganza in October. You know that there are some friends who would love the live Brassworks band and the dancing and dressing up dapper. They really don't have anything better to do this Saturday, do they? They can wash their cat some other night. Share your love of Gaskell's and bring them to the ball! </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

marianme 2009-08-10T16:02:13Z jean-the-dancing-machine http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/38bd27df-5e51-43ce-b3fb-0e3354d938de 2009-08-05T04:36:22Z 2009-08-05T04:36:22Z

<div>THE SPACE COWBOYS’ BALL <br/> <br/>Saturday, September 5, 2009 <br/> <br/>Masonic Lodge of San Mateo Ballroom <br/> <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue (at the corner of Ellsworth &amp; Tilton) <br/> <br/>San Mateo , CA 94401 <br/> <br/>Doors Open: 6:45pm <br/> <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 pm <br/> <br/>Formal Dancing begins at 8:00pm <br/> <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/> <br/>Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by Tuesday, August 29) <br/> <br/>Tickets at the Door: $20.00 <br/> <br/>Ball Website: http://www.peers.org/space.html <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>Join us at this science fiction shindig for a rip-roaring, swashbuckling evening of music, dancing, and optional role-playing at our serene tribute to our favorite outer space western. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>Bangers &amp; Mash, that shiniest of bands in the ‘verse, whom some of you may remember from the Browncoats’ Ball in San Francisco, plans an evening of 19th century and Neo-19th century social dances: We will dance waltzes, polkas, mazurka waltzes, schottisches, elegant country dances, rousing contradances, and haunting Celtic and Neo-Celtic reels (If you don’t know them, don’t worry: All pattern dances will be briefly taught or called at the ball!). The band will also play such perennial space travelers’ favorites as “The Blue Danube Waltz,” “The Congress of Vienna Waltz,” “Sir Roger de Coverley,” and “Inara’s Waltz Cotillion.” <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>Western, 19th century or neo-19th century, Civil War or Post-Civil War costume or science fiction/fantasy costume from any universe if admired, but not required, and creative blending of past and future fashions is also encouraged. Just now, Old West, Chinese, and Indian motifs are fashionable and, of course, Browncoats are extremely welcome. We don’t care what you wear, ‘long as it’s legal. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>There will be a no-host bar (that means you pay for your own drinks, pardner!), soft drinks for sale for temperance folk and minors, and a complimentary light buffet of Neo-Western snacks. Given local food shortages, your potluck contributions to the buffet are appreciated. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets to the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue , Alameda , CA 94501 . To order tickets online, please go to the ball website at http://www.peers.org/space.html and click on the PayPal instructions for instructions. The deadline for purchasing advance tickets is Saturday, August 29. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>If you have any questions or need more information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org <br/> <br/>__________________________________________________________ <br/>PERIOD EVENTS &amp; ENTERTAINMENTS RE-CREATION SOCIETY INC. <br/> Nunc est Bibendum, Nunc Pede Libero Pulsanda Tellus <br/> (510) 522-1731 http://www.peers.org <br/> Merchandise Available at http://www.cafepress.com/peers</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

jean-the-dancing-machine 2009-08-05T04:36:22Z Scott http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/9c0d1269-dbba-4847-a5b9-3514d3bd0437 2009-07-10T11:11:02Z 2009-07-10T11:11:02Z

<div>*Our annual Bastille Day Waltz Ball. Always fun. <br/>Saturday July 11th Oakland Veterans Hall 200 Grand Avenue Oakland class 7-9pm band 9-12 <br/> <br/>*Baguette Quartette is returning again for the fifth time for our very popular Bastille Day Waltz Ball. Many French waltzes, polkas, La Java, Valse Musette. French 'bistro music', great fun. Usually about 250 attend. Bring your beret and French accent. French costume highly appreciated. Baguette Quartette plays many wonderful joyous waltzes that lift the spirit. We are having them include their favorites La Java and Valse Musettes. <br/> <br/>Karen Tierney returns again to teach some fun French waltzes and French mixers. She was past member of Danse Libre and co-ordinator for the Friends of Dance at Stanford committee. Classes from 7 to 9pm in Main Ballroom. <br/> <br/>*7pm class:* Bal Musette was a grouping of dances brought to Paris from the french country side in the 1920s. It was danced by the working class (costume note!) in the crowded cafes around the location of the Bastille. In the first hour Karen Tierney will be teaching the basics and styling of traditional bal musette; the embrace, valse musette, la java, and mazurka. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/>*8pm class: *in the second hour combining them into a choreography that will move you from partner to partner. Knowing the rotary waltz will help you to learn these dances with more ease and...be prepared to spin! Please attend the first hour if you are not familiar with the musette dances. <br/> <br/> <br/>This is a fun event, not to be missed. Very popular last time, with 200 attending and dancing. *"French att****itude admired not required!"* <br/> <br/>$20 for dance and class, $12 for students. sorry no discount for dance only, as we have a live band tonight. <br/> <br/>Our special event refreshment selection: Divine double chocolate creme pies, raspberry cheesecake, dutch apple pie, cherry pie, almond pecan ice cream, green tea ice cream, raspeberry swirl ice cream, rocky road ice cream and a few other spcialty ice cream, along with shrimp platter, veggie platter, cold cuts platter, grapes, mms, crunchies, and ice cold water. <br/> <br/>Tom Hill teaches an introductory waltz class from 7 to 9 pm in the downstairs room. To get the most from this class, try to start at 7pm. Excellent first time class <br/> <br/>Oakland Veterans Hall 200 Grand Avenue Oakland CA X Harrison. <br/>6 dance floors, ranging from 900 square fee to 3,500 square feet. <br/>http://www.FridayNightWaltz.com <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Scott 2009-07-10T11:11:02Z Jennifer http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/dcd030c9-e467-4fe7-803a-f1424adad27c 2009-06-22T18:20:13Z 2009-06-04T22:15:17Z

<div>The title says it all...I will be all dressed up and would like a partner in crime!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 5 replies </div>

Jennifer 2009-06-04T22:15:17Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/08dbb5af-1b7f-4840-b077-e0beb05a1263 2009-06-22T02:04:09Z 2009-06-21T16:13:31Z

<div>Here are a few photos from last night. Was a lovely dance and am glad that was my choice for the evening. Men in uniform and many lovely dresses. I noticed there were even hand dipped chocolate covered strawberries out on the food table at one point. <br/> <br/>Gaskell's snapshots: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157619976883073/ <br/> <br/>Low res video clip of a waltz <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U75P8llaZeA</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

marianme 2009-06-21T16:13:31Z Leilani http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/0549333d-6ee9-4858-aed0-72c627afdedf 2009-06-13T07:27:26Z 2009-06-13T06:55:53Z

<div>Cross Post: Looking for a certain volunteer on our stand-by roster. <br/> <br/>The Sacramento Ballroom Society is hosting a show/dance at the Governor's Mansion Preservation Celebration. A spot for a male/lead dancer just opened up. I am trying to contact I guy I have on the stand-by list as his email in various forms is bouncing back and I do not have his number. If you're this guy, please contact me via the feedback page on our website at www.sacballroomsociey.org. If the name you give me matches my record, great, you're in like Flint. Contact me by next Friday evening or I must release your spot to the next guy. <br/> <br/>Thanks, <br/> <br/>Leilani </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Leilani 2009-06-13T06:55:53Z Frecklehead http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/11f2d43c-1865-4b52-aa79-b16ff4f093f2 2009-06-09T08:20:49Z 2009-06-09T08:20:49Z

<div>I was wondering if anyone knows where I could print out a dance card online? Or, failing that, is there a way I could find out the order of the dances for the evening, so I could just make and print my own? (I don't for an instant believe that I will NEED a dance card, I just want one) <br/> <br/>How many dances are there in an average evening, twenty or so?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Frecklehead 2009-06-09T08:20:49Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/b3b07350-9dea-47f7-b699-f7525b7e402c 2009-05-22T21:43:54Z 2009-05-22T21:43:54Z

<div>THE SECRET AGENTS’ BALL <br/>Saturday, June 6, 2009 <br/>Location: San Mateo Masonic Temple Ballroom <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue (at Tilton), San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>Doors Open: 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Band: Sara &amp; Swingtime <br/>Advance Tickets: $15.00 (by May 30, 2009) <br/>Tickets: $20.00 at the door <br/>Ball website: http://www.peers.org/secret.html <br/> <br/>Swinging on the Riviera one day, <br/>And laying in a Bombay alley next day. <br/>You let the wrong word slip <br/>Through kissing persuasive lips, <br/>Odds are you won’t live to see tomorrow. <br/> <br/>Secret Agent Man! Secret Agent Man! <br/>They’ve given you a number <br/>And taken away your name! <br/> <br/>Don’t miss the most swinging ball of the season for those spies who live a life of danger and romance. Secret agents, femme fatales, megalomaniac villains and innocent bystanders are all invited to this musical tribute to the Cold War Secret Agent. <br/> <br/>Sara &amp; Swingtime play a varied and always suspenseful evening of vintage ballroom dance music, hot Swing, and cool blues, including a few secret agent movie song classics. Dance East Coast Swing and Lindy Hop, elegant fox trots, blues fox trot, and tango, the cha-cha and rumba, the night club two-step, and a number of truly haunting waltzes. <br/> <br/>Suggested attire is vintage or modern evening dress or 1940’s through 60’s costume (from early Hitchcock to “The Avengers.”). Day dress is always perfectly acceptable for you innocent bystander types who have just wandered into the adventure and have, perhaps, seen too much for your own good! (Remember “The Man Who Knew Too Much”?!). In deference to Mrs. Peel’s impeccable fashion sense, the ladies may choose to adopt either traditional evening dress or a trouser suit! <br/> <br/>There will be a no host (cash) bar, and a light snack buffet (your potluck contributions are very welcome! Even 00 operatives have to eat!). At intermission there will be musical and dance performances by the famous Danse Libre and notorious PEERS Flying CirCUS and dance music provided by our mystery DJ. <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets for the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online via PayPal, go to the ball site at http://www.peers.org/secret.html and click on the PayPal icon for instructions. The deadline for advance ticket purchases is Saturday, May 30. Tickets will be $20.00 at the door. <br/> <br/>If you have any questions, please email peers@peers.org or call (510) 522-1731. <br/> <br/>Be seeing you. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2009-05-22T21:43:54Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/38dbc95b-304c-4d44-b44e-da0ff7dc6ab8 2009-05-07T00:37:51Z 2009-04-26T15:44:47Z

<div>Was there from the Grand March to the last song. Lots of fun. Plenty of room for more dancers and big skirts. If you weren't there, come out next time. <br/> <br/>Snapshots: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157617343554454/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 5 replies </div>

marianme 2009-04-26T15:44:47Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/62acd7d4-8149-4482-864c-6ffd35220353 2009-04-24T05:00:09Z 2009-04-24T05:00:09Z

<div>THE UNSEEN UNIVERSITY BALL <br/>A Graduation Ball for the Wizards of Ankh-Morpork <br/>Inspired by the Disc World novels of Sir Terrence Pratchett <br/>(Sponsored by the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society) <br/>Saturday, May 2, 2009 <br/>Masonic Lodge of San Mateo Ballroom <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue (at the corner of Ellsworth &amp; Tilton) <br/>San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>Doors Open: 6:45pm <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 pm <br/>Formal Dancing begins at 8:00pm <br/>Band: Avalon Rising <br/>Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by Tuesday, April 28) <br/>Tickets at the Door: $20.00 <br/>Ball Website: http://www.peers.org/unseen.html <br/> <br/>Arch-Chancellor Mustrum Ridcully of Unseen University requests the pleasure of your company at a grand ball in the University's Great Hall in honour of its current crop of graduating wizards (those who have actually managed to survive until graduation, that is!). <br/> <br/>We are once again proud to announce that the evenings' guest band is Avalon Rising - one of the most magical dance bands on this or any other world - equally at home playing Victorian and vintage ballroom dance music, hauntingly beautiful Celtic and Celtic Fusion, and Renaissance rock (Yes, you heard that right!). <br/> <br/>We will be dancing waltzes, polkas, schottisches, mazurka waltzes, reels, contradances, and other popular couple and set dances of the 19th century; some elegant Renaissance dances; and even some "music with rocks in it," as the Arch-Chancellor himself describes it. While some of the dances are choreographed set dances (which will be taught or called), others are open to free-form improvisation (Everything from free-style rock to Victorian polkas and Irish polka sets are some times danced to the very same music when Avalon Rising plays. We're not sure how, but think it's some form of magic!). <br/> <br/>Fantasy costumes from the Disc World novels of Terry Pratchett, fantasy costumes from any universe, and, of course, magical or wizard costumes are admired but not required. Yes, here's your chance to sport your Harry Potter costumes! Guests may also come in period costume and still be in style. In the city of Ankh-Morpork, fashions range from Renaissance to Edwardian. Since the University also has a budding computer science department (which is a kind of magic in itself), Victorian Steampunk costumes (and gadgets) are also very appropriate. And, as always, vintage or modern evening dress is welcome. <br/> <br/>There will (of course!) be a no-host bar and a light snack buffet (We know very well how seriously the Faculty of Unseen University take their meals, and your potluck contributions to the buffet are most welcome!). <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets to the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online, please go to the ball website at http://www.peers.org/unseen.html and click on the PayPal instructions for instructions. The deadline for purchasing advance tickets is Tuesday, April 28. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. <br/> <br/>If you have any questions or need more information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org <br/> <br/>And remember our school motto: "Nunc id vides; nunc ne vides!" <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2009-04-24T05:00:09Z jean-the-dancing-machine http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/bb88ca62-883c-4fe5-aafb-029a67f56b6e 2009-03-14T06:39:30Z 2009-03-14T06:39:30Z

<div>THE GIRL GENIUS VICTORIAN MAD SCIENCE BALL <br/> <br/>A Steampunk/Gaslamp Fantasy Ball <br/> <br/>Saturday, April 4, 2009 <br/>Masonic Lodge of San Mateo <br/>Doors Open: 6:45p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing Begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by March 28) <br/>At the door: $20.00 <br/> <br/>Advance tickets may be ordered by sending a check or money order to: <br/> <br/>PEERS <br/>2144 B Buena Vista Ave <br/>Alameda CA 94501 <br/> <br/>You may also purchase tickets until March 28 with a credit card using the PayPal system. <br/> <br/>You don’t need to be a genius, a spark, or even a mad scientist to enjoy the Girl Genius Ball. Join us for an evening of adventure and dancing in Europa, home of Agatha Heterodyne, Baron Klaus Wulfenbach, and the irrpressable Jägermonsters. This is a Victorian Steampunk themed event. Imagine the Victorians with high technology: flight (often in Zeppelins), highly programmed “intelligent” robots, and computer-like machines. <br/> <br/>Costumes can range from historically accurate Victorian costume (1840-1900) to Victorian attire with technological updates (leather corset bodices, crinolines that can be converted to step ladders, utili-kilts, etc.), to perky 19th century peasant garb in synch with the vaguely Germanic, vaguely Eastern European setting of the “Girl Genius” graphic novels. <br/>PEERS is honoured to welcome Avalon Rising as our guest band for the evening. Celebrated for their brilliant arrangements of Medieval and Renaissance rock, Celtic and Celtic Fusion, Avalon Rising is a rock band equally at home playing Victorian and vintage ballroom dance music – and just about everything else. Dance music for the evening will range from wonderful 19th century waltzes, polkas, and mazurkas to Celtic reels and jigs, elegant Renaissance dance music, to straight-up rock. While some of the set dances are highly choreographed (and will be taught or called on the spot), some of the other dances are open to free-form styling. We’ve seen people dancing polkas, Irish Polka Sets, swing, and rock – all to the same Avalon Rising tune. Even if you think you can’t dance, you CAN dance to this band but there will also be a pre-ball dance lesson to help you get through the ballroom dances on the program. <br/> <br/> <br/>Punch and a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (your potluck contributions are very welcome). <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

jean-the-dancing-machine 2009-03-14T06:39:30Z scott http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/18777f46-1e3d-438e-be38-a337cb45d2f9 2009-03-09T16:46:57Z 2009-02-15T03:51:12Z

<div>The San Francisco Bay Area Celtic Music and Dance Festival is happening this Saturday, February 21st at the Oakland Veterans Hall 200 Grand Avenue Oakland, 94610, X Harrison. <br/> <br/>BayCeltic is an annual reunion of Bay Area Celtic musicians, singers, dancers and performers. <br/> <br/>We have a wide range of very popular and well established musicians and performers. <br/> <br/>The Black Brothers, Tempest, Molly's Revenge, Cullan's Hounds,Avalon Rising, Steve Baughman,and Siamsa, a bay area Celtic dance performance group, are in the main Ballroom. <br/> <br/>In the musical showcase, new and emerging bands and musicians are are Three Mile Stone, Jim Nelson,Patrice Haan,Megan McLaughlin,Valerie Rose,West of Shannon,Susan Mashiyama and Lani Herrmann. <br/> <br/>Steve Baughman will perform and lead the music session afterwards. <br/> <br/>Dancing in the Dance Hall are an Irish Ceilidh with Ammy Hill, Irish Set dancing with Michael Murphy, hard shoes introductory dance class with Shirleigh Brannan. <br/> <br/>We will have waltz and polka and irish dancing at 10pm to Culann's Hounds. <br/> <br/>Lunchroom downstairs and Celtic vendors also. <br/> <br/>The website is www.BayCeltic.com <br/> <br/>Tickets available at the door: $20 general, $10 students, free under 12, $10 after 9:30 to waltz and polka dancing to Culann's Hounds <br/> <br/>contact Scott at scottFNW@pway.com </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 3 replies </div>

scott 2009-02-15T03:51:12Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/154122e8-fa70-4d5b-b592-44e1a9d79fcc 2009-03-03T22:18:49Z 2009-03-02T01:31:49Z

<div>A few photos and video clips from the ball on February 2009. <br/> <br/>Snapshots <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157614628299206/ <br/> <br/>Sir Roger de Coverley video clip (4 min) <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODygC0iTVpw <br/> <br/>Polka video clip (very short) <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7xbOfrkMow</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

marianme 2009-03-02T01:31:49Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/f913bcb8-b904-418d-8322-95d0d019d67f 2009-01-19T20:39:32Z 2009-01-19T20:39:32Z

<div>The Scarlet Pimpernel Ball <br/>Saturday, February 7, 2009 <br/>Location: San Mateo Masonic Temple Ballroom <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue (at Tilton), San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>Doors Open: 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/>Advance Tickets: $15.00 (by January 31, 2009) <br/>Tickets: $20.00 at the door <br/>Ball website: http://www.peers.org/Pimpernel.html <br/> <br/>They seek him here, <br/>They seek him there, <br/>Those Frenchies seek him everywhere. <br/>Is he in Heaven or is he in Hell? <br/>That demmed, elusive Pimpernel? <br/> <br/>Sir Percy and Lady Blakeney and her grace, Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire, request the pleasure of your company at a ball in honour of His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. M. Chauvelin, the witty but ruthless French Ambassador, will be there. Will his arch-nemesis – the daring superhero and master of disguise, the Scarlet Pimpernel – <br/>also make an appearance? And what will the beautiful Georgiana wear to the ball? Only time will tell. <br/> <br/>The Duchess decrees that late 18th century, Directoire, or Regency costume is admired but not required (The year is 1792 but she won’t hold you to that) and, as usual, modern evening dress is also welcome (Sir Percy has just invented it, after all!). <br/> <br/>The celebrated chamber ensemble Bangers &amp; Mash plays an evening of gorgeous waltzes and dashing but elegant 18th century French and English country dances. There will be a pre-ball workshop in 18th century country dance and early Waltz – highly recommended since we’ll be teaching some of the ball dances during the class. Those of you planning to arrive fashionably late, however, can be assured that all country dances will also be briefly taught and called during the ball. <br/> <br/>Punch and a complimentary light buffet of French and English snacks will be served (As always, your potluck contributions are much appreciated). <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets for the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online via PayPal, go to the ball site at http://www.peers.org/Pimpernel.html and click on the PayPal icon for instructions. The deadline for advance ticket purchases is Saturday, January 31. Tickets will be $20.00 at the door.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2009-01-19T20:39:32Z Tom http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/1cda24c5-c56a-443c-bf00-c2450b7af381 2008-12-30T20:02:15Z 2008-12-30T20:02:15Z

<div>Looking to carpool from the peninsula to the New Year's Eve "Over the Rainbow" Waltz Ball in Berkeley. Contact me at 732-501-8317 (silverbay@att.net) <br/>Thanks, <br/>Tom </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Tom 2008-12-30T20:02:15Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/4272a2dd-4436-4153-ac07-3a8a75f6b33c 2008-12-30T00:25:18Z 2008-12-22T21:32:55Z

<div>A VICTORIAN TWELFTH NIGHT BALL <br/>The Dickens Fair Reunion Ball <br/>Saturday, January 3, 2009 <br/>Masonic Lodge of San Mateo Ballroom <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>Doors Open: 6:45 pm <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 pm <br/>Formal Dancing Begins: 8:00 pm <br/>Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by December 29) <br/>Tickets at the door: $20.00 <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/>PEERS’ Website: http://www.peers.org <br/>Ball Website: http://www.peers.org/12th09.html <br/> <br/> <br/>Dance, sing, feast and game at the season’s loveliest old-fashioned holiday party – a 12th Night Ball hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Bangers and Mash, the Bay Area’s most irresistible country dance band, will play a variety of Viennese and rotary waltzes, polkas, mazurkas, schottisches, the Lancers, reels, and other set dances popular in the early and mid-19th century (As usual, all set dances will be taught or called and partners are not required. Indeed, Introductions to partners will be cheerfully provided!). <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is evening or day dress from 1837 through 1870 (the heyday of Dickens’ literary career), any class. Modern evening dress is, as always, a completely acceptable substitute for period costume, and there is no dress code for the evening. Ladies, if you’re wearing a ball gown or evening gown, please be sure to bring a wrap since the ballroom will be cold before the dancing starts. Once we start dancing, the ballroom warms up beautifully! <br/> <br/>Intermission entertainment includes performances by the Peerless Music Hall (including some very French Cancan) and our guest of honour, Mr. Charles Dickens. Gamers may enjoy either an intellectual game of whist or a rollicking game of Wink, and the evening will conclude with a glorious Hallelujah Chorus sing-a-long. <br/> <br/>Complimentary Punch and a light Old English snack buffet will be served (As usual, your potluck contributions to Mrs. Fezziwig’s kitchen are very welcome). <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets to the ball, send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online via PayPal, please go to the ball website at http://www.peers.org/12th09.html and click on the PayPal icon for directions. The deadline for purchasing advance tickets is Saturday, December 29. <br/> <br/>If you have any questions or need more information, please email peers@peers.org or call (510) 522-1731.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Lady Jane 2008-12-22T21:32:55Z scott http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/8dab45eb-8029-4cb6-994d-e19bc3fcbbe4 2008-12-26T14:09:26Z 2008-12-26T14:09:26Z

<div>Our Seventh Annual New Year's Eve Waltz Ball. Always fun, always a great time, a wonderful way to ring in the new year. Sells out every year. 300 attendance. <br/> <br/>Brassworks returns for a 7th time playing waltzes, polkas, Congress of Vienna and a few other dances such as tango, latin and swing. <br/>From 9pm to 12:30 am <br/>Abo <br/> <br/>Always located at the National Historic Landmark the Chevron Auditorium in the International House 2299 Piedmont Berkeley Ca X Bancroft. A gorgeous 3,500 square foot hardwood floor high ceilinged Morrocan style ballroom with additional socializing in the Slusser room. <br/> <br/>Tickets are $25 per person at the door <br/> <br/>Formal attire strongly preferred, but dressy is fine too. <br/> <br/>Delightful light refreshments - raspberry cheesecake, lemon merengue pies, apple tartes, triple chocolate cake, fruit, vegetable , shrimp and meat platters. <br/> <br/>A non alcohol event. All Ages. Under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. <br/> <br/>Midnight countdown, sing along. <br/> <br/>No partner necessary, many attend as singles. <br/> <br/>Plenty of street parking, as the students have left for the holiday vacation. Also several paid parking lots within 2 blocks. <br/> <br/>www.FridayNightWaltz.com</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

scott 2008-12-26T14:09:26Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/cdee630c-cafa-4df3-95d9-e612c7808a00 2008-10-31T16:34:27Z 2008-10-26T17:30:49Z

<div>Gaskell's photos: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157608379504209/ <br/> <br/>Zweibacher clip <br/>http://www.youtube.com/v/m2e2ONSxowo <br/> <br/>Polka clip <br/>http://www.youtube.com/v/AILaIMe2JRQ <br/> <br/>There was a fashion show upstairs with red carpet up the front steps and parking far far away. Dance was fun. If you weren't there, you missed the bearded lady and some incredible bug corsets including a firefly with a ruffled lit up butt. <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 4 replies </div>

marianme 2008-10-26T17:30:49Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/f9ebe469-a04d-4a8c-9afc-06c9e6251b78 2008-10-22T18:11:15Z 2008-10-13T17:11:19Z

<div>LE BAL DES VAMPIRES <br/>Saturday, November 1, 2008 <br/>Alameda Elks Lodge <br/>2255 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 <br/>Dancing on Two Floors <br/>Doors Open: 6:30pm <br/>Vintage Waltz Lesson: 7:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom <br/>Formal vintage ballroom dancing: 7:45 – midnight <br/>Featured Band: Bangers &amp; Mash (Grand Ballroom) <br/>Dracula’s Daughter Discotheque &amp; Bar: 6:30 – midnight <br/>Tickets: $17.50 in advance (by October 25) <br/> $25.00 at the door <br/>Ball Website: http://www.peers.org/vamp08.html <br/> <br/> <br/>Waltz the night away in a beautiful candlelit ballroom with the San Francisco Bay Area’s most glamorous Undead at the 15th Annual Le Bal des Vampires held once again in the Alameda Elks Lodge, a stately neo-Colonial mansion with a stunning Edwardian ballroom, a photogenic Edwardian parlor and staircase, and a film noir style discotheque. <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is evening dress of the century and country of your “rebirth.” This may include dress uniform, period costume (authentic or fantasy), vintage attire, or modern evening dress. There is no dress code for the ball (We certainly don’t expect Spike to attend in black tie), but you will see some of the most gorgeous and creative costumes of the social season at Le Bal des Vampires. <br/> <br/>This year there will once again be simultaneous dancing on two separate floors: <br/> <br/>Our band in the elegant upstairs ballroom is the stylish but always dashing chamber ensemble Bangers &amp; Mash. As usual, haunting waltzes dominate the program, but the evening will feature a variety of dance music from across the centuries – from 18th century Baroque contredances to 19th century Victorian rotary and Viennese waltzes, polkas, and mazurkas; to elegant early 20th century tangoes, blues, and fox trots and even some classic rock and roll Swing. Please note that the band’s first dance set will start at 7:45 pm sharp – 15 minutes earlier than usual. The dance sets will be unusually long, even by Bangers &amp; Mash’s high standards, so if you do plan to dance, please be certain to wear shoes or boots you can actually dance in. <br/> <br/>For those preferring a more modern style of dance music and free-style dancing, join us in Le Bal des Vampires’ Dracula’s Daughter’s Discotheque in the hall’s Ratskellar for a wonderfully varied repertoire of music to stir the blood and spirit from 6:30 p.m. to Midnight. Once again our hosts and D.J.s at Dracula’s Daughter will be the debonair Robin Scott Forbes and the beautiful Ariyana Le Fey. The disco also features a no-host (cash) bar and light refreshments for our mortal guests. <br/> <br/>Our half-time show in the ballroom is a performance by the celebrated Le Theatre des Vampires. Not recommended for the faint of heart but highly recommended for fans of the genre. Also featured are special guest performances by the legendary Vampire Lestat and the always amazing Alameda Vintage Dancers. <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets, please send a check for $17.50 to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order advance tickets online, go to http://www.peers.org/vamp08.html , click on the PayPal icon and follow the instructions. The deadline for advance ticket purchase is Saturday, October 25. <br/> <br/>For further information, see the ball website, call (510) 522-1731, or email peers@peers.org For information on PEERS’ 2008-2009 season, please see http://www.peers.org <br/> <br/> </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Lady Jane 2008-10-13T17:11:19Z Hayes http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/d52fc511-f348-4622-a129-53269aca8f3d 2008-10-16T02:25:48Z 2008-10-16T02:25:48Z

<div>Hi. I'm looking to share ride to/from Gaskells. I'm in Mt. View so it's to/from Peninsula/South Bay area. I can drive or ride and share gas. <br/> <br/>Thanks <br/> <br/>Hayes A.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Hayes 2008-10-16T02:25:48Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/bc3a7c32-bdf9-4d4e-8206-4e505d37070f 2008-10-13T16:40:53Z 2008-10-13T16:40:53Z

<div>LE BAL DES VAMPIRES <br/>Saturday, November 1, 2008 <br/>Alameda Elks Lodge <br/>2255 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 <br/>Dancing on Two Floors <br/>Doors Open: 6:30pm <br/>Vintage Waltz Lesson: 7:00 pm in the Grand Ballroom <br/>Formal vintage ballroom dancing: 7:45 – midnight <br/>Featured Band: Bangers &amp; Mash (Grand Ballroom) <br/>Dracula’s Daughter Discotheque &amp; Bar: 6:30 – midnight <br/>Tickets: $17.50 in advance (by October 25) <br/> $25.00 at the door <br/>Ball Website: http://www.peers.org/vamp08.html <br/> <br/> <br/>Waltz the night away in a beautiful candlelit ballroom with the San Francisco Bay Area’s most glamorous Undead at the 15th Annual Le Bal des Vampires held once again in the Alameda Elks Lodge, a stately neo-Colonial mansion with a stunning Edwardian ballroom, a photogenic Edwardian parlor and staircase, and a film noir style discotheque. <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is evening dress of the century and country of your “rebirth.” This may include dress uniform, period costume (authentic or fantasy), vintage attire, or modern evening dress. There is no dress code for the ball (We certainly don’t expect Spike to attend in black tie), but you will see some of the most gorgeous and creative costumes of the social season at Le Bal des Vampires. <br/> <br/>This year there will once again be simultaneous dancing on two separate floors: <br/> <br/>Our band in the elegant upstairs ballroom is the stylish but always dashing chamber ensemble Bangers &amp; Mash. As usual, haunting waltzes dominate the program, but the evening will feature a variety of dance music from across the centuries – from 18th century Baroque contredances to 19th century Victorian rotary and Viennese waltzes, polkas, and mazurkas; to elegant early 20th century tangoes, blues, and fox trots and even some classic rock and roll Swing. Please note that the band’s first dance set will start at 7:45 pm sharp – 15 minutes earlier than usual. The dance sets will be unusually long, even by Bangers &amp; Mash’s high standards, so if you do plan to dance, please be certain to wear shoes or boots you can actually dance in. <br/> <br/>For those preferring a more modern style of dance music and free-style dancing, join us in Le Bal des Vampires’ Dracula’s Daughter’s Discotheque in the hall’s Ratskellar for a wonderfully varied repertoire of music to stir the blood and spirit from 6:30 p.m. to Midnight. Once again our hosts and D.J.s at Dracula’s Daughter will be the debonair Robin Scott Forbes and the beautiful Ariyana Le Fey. The disco also features a no-host (cash) bar and light refreshments for our mortal guests. <br/> <br/>Our half-time show in the ballroom is a performance by the celebrated Le Theatre des Vampires. Not recommended for the faint of heart but highly recommended for fans of the genre. Also featured are special guest performances by the legendary Vampire Lestat and the always amazing Alameda Vintage Dancers. <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets, please send a check for $17.50 to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order advance tickets online, go to http://www.peers.org/vamp08.html , click on the PayPal icon and follow the instructions. The deadline for advance ticket purchase is Saturday, October 25. <br/> <br/>For further information, see the ball website, call (510) 522-1731, or email peers@peers.org For information on PEERS’ 2008-2009 season, please see http://www.peers.org <br/> <br/> </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-10-13T16:40:53Z jean-the-dancing-machine http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/f7c81952-ab6c-4d8e-a003-6bd3a80cb07d 2008-10-03T19:56:14Z 2008-10-03T19:56:14Z

<div>The Bay Area English Regency Society cordially invites you to the <br/> <br/> <br/> WAR AND PEACE BALL <br/> <br/>The War of the Three Emperors is over. Russia and France are now <br/>friends and allies. Come celebrate the peace (while we can) and dance at <br/>the Winter Ball in the company of the Czar of all the Russias and his <br/>many French, English and even Austrian guests. Will Andrei fall in love <br/>with Natasha? Attend and see. <br/> <br/>Added attraction: Kitri House, a troupe of Russian singers and dancers to <br/>entertain the guests. <br/> <br/>Costumes admired but not required. Dance partners not required and <br/>dances are taught at the ball. Take part in games of chance, lively <br/>conversation and the hospitality of the court's table (gifts of <br/>comestibles are appreciated). <br/> <br/> <br/> Saturday, October 11, 2008 <br/> 52 Arlington Avenue, Kensington, CA <br/> <br/>Doors open 7:30 pm; Dancing at 8:00 <br/> <br/>Music by the Divertimento Orchestra <br/> <br/>Dance Master Alan Winston <br/> <br/> <br/>Preview the dances the night before at the Palo Alto dance party <br/>St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 600 Colorado Avenue (off Middlefield), <br/>8:00 pm on October 10. <br/> <br/> <br/>Subscriptions $15 in advance (must be received no later than Oct. 9); <br/>$20 at the door. <br/> <br/>$2 discount for members of GBACG, BACDS and Brigade Napoleon. <br/> <br/>Get a copy of the flyer at www.baers.org <br/> <br/>Send form and checks to BAERS c/o Vanessa Schnatmeier <br/>1122 Hudson St. Redwood City, CA 94061</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

jean-the-dancing-machine 2008-10-03T19:56:14Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/4f341e3d-1fb9-4af4-9c49-a4effd3d2b95 2008-09-29T05:11:54Z 2008-09-29T05:11:54Z

<div>SWINGIN’ IN THE RAIN <br/>Saturday, October 4, 2008 <br/>Location: The San Mateo Masonic Temple <br/>100 North Ellsworth Avenue (at Tilton), San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>Doors Open: 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00- 8:00 pm. <br/>Formal Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Band: Sara &amp; Swingtime <br/>Tickets: $20.00 at the door <br/>Ball Website: http://peers.org/swingin.html <br/> <br/>Swingin' in the Rain, <br/>I'm Swingin' in the Rain! <br/>What a glorious feeling, <br/>I'm happy again! <br/> <br/> <br/>Tickets are still available for PEERS’ Swingin’ in the Rain Ball. Whether it rains or shines, please join us for an evening in 1927 Hollywood at a ball inspired by that most joyous of movie musicals! <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is late 20's/early 30's costume or vintage or modern evening dress. As usual, however, costumes are admired, but not required. Just be certain to wear something you can really dance in! <br/> <br/>Our featured band for the evening is Sara &amp; Swingtime. Their sets will veer between elegant vintage ballroom dance music (waltzes, tangos, fox trots, sambas, rumbas, etc.), cool blues, and hot Swing of the 1920's and early 30's. For guests wishing to brush up on their vintage dance skills, there will be a pre-ball dance lesson starting at 7:00 p.m. <br/> <br/>In defiance of Prohibition, we will once again feature our celebrated No-Host (cash) bar. To sustain us through four vigorous dance sets, a complimentary light snack buffet will also be served throughout the evening (your potluck contributions are always appreciated). Intermission entertainment includes both dance and musical performances and DJ dance music for you insatiable dancers. Fans of Lee Presson &amp; the Nails will be pleased to know that our guest intermission dance D.J. is the incomparable Lee Presson himself. <br/> <br/>For further information, please call (510) 522-1731, email peers@peers.org, or see the ball website at http://peers.org/swingin.html <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-09-29T05:11:54Z Hayes http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/60a526a9-bea5-43a6-a066-f13c73442f4c 2008-09-27T22:07:43Z 2008-09-27T22:07:43Z

<div>The Santa Clare Ballet is seeking men for their Nutcracker production. This is the 34th year (or maybe the 35th or 36th) of the production and men are needed for the first act party scene. You don't have to know ballet, as the party scene dances aren't too hard. Rehearsals are in Santa Clara. <br/> <br/>www.geocities.com/Vienna/St...allet.html <br/> <br/>PERFORMANCES: <br/>December 13, 2:00 &amp; 7:00pm <br/>December 14, 1:00 &amp; 5:00pm <br/>Santa Clara Convention Center Theater <br/> <br/>Please reply if you are interested. <br/> <br/>Thanks <br/> <br/>Hayes A. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Hayes 2008-09-27T22:07:43Z scott http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/1f0ff0d8-051f-4550-9963-5fbdde6a69b0 2008-09-24T22:37:05Z 2008-09-24T22:37:05Z

<div>send your email address to ScottFNW@pway.com and put "Vintage Dance" in the subject line.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

scott 2008-09-24T22:37:05Z jean-the-dancing-machine http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/5fa7acdb-6e20-44c6-bd98-93687b10febc 2008-09-24T02:39:05Z 2008-09-24T02:39:05Z

<div>Don't forget about this Friday's barn dance at Humanist Hall! Not only <br/>do we have the calling talents of the British dance leader Jonathan Coxhead, <br/>we've got the Bay Area's English-pub-style band Across the Pond, fresh from <br/>their performance at the Princeton Traditional Music Festival in Vancouver, <br/>British Columbia. <br/> <br/>*OAKLAND CEILIDH DANCE* <br/> <br/>When: Friday, September 26th, 2008, 7-10 p.m. <br/>What: Community Dance Party <br/>Who: Jonathan Coxhead calling, music by Across The Pond (Dick Bagwell, Alan <br/>Lochhead, and Colette and Jody Veahman) <br/>Where: Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94609 <br/> <br/>Phone for info: 650-365-2913 <br/>http://www.bacds.org/series/ceilidh/oakland/ <br/> <br/> <br/>Generous waltzes and easy group dances. Beginners encouraged! All <br/>dances taught and called, casual dress -- wear comfortable shoes. <br/>Great dance to bring family, previously non-dancing friends, etc. <br/>You don't need to bring a partner. Dancing accessible for children <br/>8 years old and over. <br/> <br/>Admission $10, $5 for students/low-income/kids. <br/>Family and group discounts available. (Advance inquiries welcome)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

jean-the-dancing-machine 2008-09-24T02:39:05Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/c796aa16-e7fb-4452-84a9-a04b19da844b 2008-08-27T01:39:47Z 2008-08-27T01:39:47Z

<div>SPACE 1889: A Victorian Steampunk Ball <br/>(The Adventure of Le Cirque de Venus) <br/>Sponsored by the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society <br/>Saturday, September 6, 2008 <br/>San Mateo Masonic Lodge Ballroom <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue (at the corner of Ellsworth &amp; Tilton) <br/>San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>Doors Open at 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Advance General Tickets: $15.00 <br/>Tickets at the Door: $20.00 <br/>For information: Call (510) 522-1731, email peers@peers.org or see www.peers.org <br/>Ball Website: http://peers.org/space1889.html <br/> <br/>Rule, Britannia! <br/>Britannia rule the stars! <br/>Britain’s flag extends to Venus, Mercury and Mars! <br/> <br/>Don't miss PEERS' third venture into the world of Victorian Steampunk: Space 1889 - a Victorian Ball in Space. Program your Babbage Analytical Engines, sail the luminiferous ether between the worlds to this Nineteenth Century science fiction ball, and keep Venus British! <br/> <br/>The year is an alternate 1889 in which, thanks to inventor Thomas Alva Edison, computer engineer Thomas Babbage, software developer Ada, Countess of Lovelace, visionary scientists Herbert George Wells and Jules Verne, and many other distinguished men and women of science and engineering, the Victorians have air and space travel, high technology, computers (analytical engines), calculators (difference engines), efficient software (the versatile and elegant ADA), and even email (“electric messaging”). The Great Game has extended to Outer Space with Great Britain, Germany, Russia and those intrepid Americans rushing to colonize every planet in sight. Welcome to Space 1889. This is the milieu of our ball. <br/> <br/>Join His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales and His Excellency, the Governor of Her Majesty’s Crown Colony of Venus, for a formal ball to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of British rule on the planet. Diplomats, explorers, scientists and artists from Earth and from around the galaxy are cordially invited to attend. <br/> <br/>Bangers &amp; Mash, that most British of American dance bands, plays the greatest dance hits of the 1880’s, 1890’s, and early 1900's for an evening of vintage ballroom dancing. Dance beautiful waltzes, polkas, mazurkas, schottisches, reels, The Lancers, and some of those dashing new American dances (the Ragtime Two-Step and the Tango from Argentina). All “new” dances and pattern dances will be (briefly) taught or called, and partners are not required. For those of you wishing to brush up on the ballroom dances of the late 19th century, there will also be a pre-ball dance class at 7:00 pm. <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is late Victorian or Edwardian evening dress, dress uniform (the year is technically 1889 but this IS an alternate universe so you can use your imagination), “Venusian” evening dress or science fiction/fantasy costume appropriate to the balls theme. As usual, however, costumes are admired, not required. You scientists, engineers, and inventors are also most welcome to bring your latest gadgets and portable inventions (We’d love to see your Victorian laptops, cell phones and pagers, for instance!). <br/> <br/>We are honoured to announce a special guest performance by the Queen of the Venusian Trapeze and star of the Cirque de Venus, Ariyana le Fey, and an appearance by our guests of honour, the celebrated Le Legion Fantastique. <br/> <br/>The evening also features a no-host (cash) bar, a light snack buffet (your potluck contributions are, as always, very welcome), and an interactive performance by the Peerless Music Hall. Reminder: the deadline for advance bargain tickets for PEERS’ September 6 Space 1889 Ball (a Victorian Steampunk Ball in Space) is Saturday, August 30. To order advance tickets, please send a check to PEERS, 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online via PayPal, please go to the ball website at http://peers.org/space1889.html for instructions. <br/> <br/>For further information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-08-27T01:39:47Z Remington http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/6665da56-4ca9-481f-b7ff-0a9b594d972b 2008-08-17T20:59:57Z 2008-08-17T20:59:57Z

<div>One hat, in the far corner of the parking lot. Guess the style/color and win a prize!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Remington 2008-08-17T20:59:57Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/69cfe1cd-1082-43f1-88fa-6d0222ac1362 2008-08-17T19:04:49Z 2008-08-17T19:04:49Z

<div>Here are a few snapshots and a small video clip from the August Gaskell's including snaps of the third break juggling. I don't know the man who took the juggling photos for me, but it was much appreciated - thank you! <br/> <br/>Gaskell's Snapshots <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157606787993159/ <br/> <br/>Clip of a waltz from Gaskell's <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4b5tgANuy4 <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

marianme 2008-08-17T19:04:49Z The Captain http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/a5967ded-e277-40c0-af75-81ebdc67e954 2008-08-13T15:30:11Z 2008-07-31T22:49:37Z

<div>I have a ton of costumes I'm getting rid of...Make me an offer and get them off my hands! <br/> <br/>The following links are pictures or albums of everything I'm putting up for sale. <br/> <br/>http://s17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/dancing_jester/costumes%20for%20sale/ <br/>http://s17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/dancing_jester/Late%20Victorian%20Evening%20Gown/ <br/>http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b80/dancing_jester/Costume/wrathme.jpg <br/>http://divinescape.deviantart.com/art/More-Arrogance-38372093 <br/>http://divinescape.deviantart.com/art/Halloween-Gaskells-24826844 <br/>http://divinescape.deviantart.com/art/Sloth-redone-38427250</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 5 replies </div>

The Captain 2008-07-31T22:49:37Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ac86d21d-0d68-4ad4-b75b-9dd28e88641f 2008-08-09T22:23:46Z 2008-07-18T03:28:06Z

<div>"Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue" is more of a bride tradition that requires her to wear one of each. <br/> <br/>I'm planning on attending the August 16, 2008 Gaskell's. Not trying to outdo any brides, I'm not sure what I'll be wearing whether it will be old or new, etc. Anyone excited about what they are going to wear to the August Gaskell's? Maybe, it will help spark ideas for the rest of us. Please share!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 9 replies </div>

marianme 2008-07-18T03:28:06Z bonitajessica http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/059c26f3-b668-472b-b290-f3135df85b78 2008-07-30T16:51:50Z 2008-07-29T22:39:04Z

<div>please?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 5 replies </div>

bonitajessica 2008-07-29T22:39:04Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/31e8473e-dc63-4bf5-8bc2-0ed255b39b99 2008-07-26T00:37:35Z 2008-07-26T00:37:35Z

<div>If you’ve always been curious about PEERS events and are interested in trying one out, our next dance might actually be a good one to try: It’s absolutely free! Here’s our latest event update: <br/> <br/>THE IMPRESSIONISTS’ PICNIC DANCE <br/>-A Picnic in the Park with PEERS <br/>Saturday, August 2, 2008 <br/>Location: Lincoln Park <br/>1450 High Street, Alameda <br/>(Near the Rose Garden) <br/>Suggested Set-Up Time: 11:00 am (or earlier) <br/>Picnic Luncheon begins: 11:30 am <br/>Formal Dancing: 1:30 – 4:30 pm <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash (David Strong, Stan &amp; Susan Kramer, &amp; guest artist Charlie Hancock) <br/>Admission: Free! <br/>Website: http://peers.org/picnic.html <br/> <br/>Le Salon des Refusés invites painters, models, artistic subjects, and interested members of the artistic-minded public to join us for an outdoor picnic, fete, and dance in shady, picturesque Lincoln Park. <br/> <br/>Guests are urged to bring a period-looking picnic and plenty of beverages to sustain them through an afternoon of elegant but lively dancing. Since the picnic tables at Lincoln Park are at the opposite end of the park from the Rose Garden, where we shall be gathering, we suggest bringing blankets to spread on the ground for your picnic luncheon, and chairs or tables if you wish them. <br/> <br/> Just for clarification: This event is not a potluck. Do bring your own luncheon! Our own chefs and their kitchen staff will be on holiday. To add to the fun and ambience of the event, we urge our fellow picnickers to make their picnic sites look as 19th century and picturesque as possible. For inspiration, we highly recommended the BBC miniseries, “The Impressionists,” which will also give you some great costume tips. <br/> <br/>Mid to late 19th century dress (1860-1900) is admired but not required, and “artistic” costume, Pre-Raphaelite attire, or modern dress is also perfectly acceptable. Given the changeable nature of our lovely Alamedan Parisian weather, you may find it useful as well as ornamental to wear a hat or bonnet and bring both a parasol and a wrap. Since this is, after all, an informal event, straw boaters or even berets may take the place of top hats and fancy bonnets. Above all, please wear sturdy, comfortable shoes you can dance in outdoors. <br/> <br/>After the luncheon, the always elegant Bangers &amp; Mash will play an afternoon of 19th century waltzes, polkas, quadrilles, and French and English country dance music for your dancing pleasure (All pattern dances will be briefly taught or called). We are also pleased to announce that there will also be a special dance performance by the always delightful Alameda Vintage Dancers, who will be performing two excerpts from their “Renoir Suite.” <br/> <br/>Artists, both professional and amateur, are encouraged to set up their easels and to invite their models. Witty, artistic conversation and elegant flirtation are also encouraged. <br/> <br/>This event is a thank you to all of our devoted fans, and we will not be charging a fee for admission. Donations for our brilliant and hard-working musicians will be gratefully accepted, however, both before and during the event. To make an advance donation, simply go to the event website at http://peers.org/picnic.html, click on the PayPal icon and follow the directions. <br/> <br/>If you have any questions, please email peers@peers.org or call (510) 522-1731. <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-07-26T00:37:35Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/45092d58-9c1b-454b-a7c2-981c1df7af26 2008-07-03T02:44:03Z 2008-07-03T02:44:03Z

<div>Tickets are still available for PEERS’ Emerald City Ball and will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. We have a few other fun updates on the ball that we’d like to share with you: <br/> <br/>The Emerald City Ball <br/>(sponsored by the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society) <br/>Saturday, July 5, 2008 <br/>Doors Open at 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. (Edwardian and Ragtime Dances) <br/>Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Band: The Divertimento Dance Orchestra <br/>Tickets at the Door: $20.00 <br/>Ball Website: http://peers.org/emerald.html <br/> <br/>We're off to see the Wizard at a ball in the glorious capital city of Oz. Come join us in honouring the singular courage of Dorothy Gale and her intrepid companions as they prepare to embark on their dangerous mission to the West. <br/> <br/>There is definitely no need to stress about costumes for this ball. You have a huge range of choices: Fantasy costume, period costume (Medieval to Edwardian), or a combination of the two is admired but not required and, of course, green attire and costumes inspired by the Oz universe will be very welcome. While the ball is technically set in 1900, the citizens of Oz wear a variety of costumes ranging from Medieval gowns and tunics all the way up to late Victorian and Edwardian frocks and frock coats. Vintage or modern evening dress is also appropriate since the most unusual visitors do occasionally arrive in the Land of Oz. <br/> <br/>Our Emerald City band is the Divertimento Dance Orchestra, a vintage dance band known for their elegance, authenticity and versatility. Dance music for the evening will range from graceful Edwardian ballroom dance music to the Great Wizard’s own favorite Ragtime tunes from his distant native star Omaha, Amerika. Dance waltzes, polkas, schottisches, reels, contradances, mixers and other popular turn of the century dances as well as the newer Ragtime one-step, two-step and tango. The Wizard will provide music for every taste (If you’re familiar with the 1939 film version of “The Wizard of Oz,” you will definitely recognize some of the tunes.). <br/> <br/>For those wishing a brush-up in the latest dances, the pre-ball dance class will focus on the “new” dances of the Edwardian and Ragtime age: The lively One-Step, the sinuous One-Step Tango, the beautiful Hesitation Waltz, and the Turning Two-Step, an smooth and fun 1890’s alternative to the Polka. <br/> <br/>The ball will also feature our famous No-Host (cash) bar, serving both alcoholic and soft drinks. The Wizard will also provide a complimentary light snack buffet (Your potluck contributions to the buffet are most welcome. The Emerald City is very expensive to maintain!). <br/> <br/>For more information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org before Saturday. <br/> <br/>Driving Directions: <br/>Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-07-03T02:44:03Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/c5279149-b8c0-478b-b1b8-1515a501a1a4 2008-06-26T21:23:11Z 2008-06-10T05:12:51Z

<div>I won't be able to attend the June 14th Gaskell's but still want to support the dance. Is there anyone out there who hasn't been in a while or wasn't planning on going that will go dance, have fun, and take photos and post them for me? Basically, someone who will be my substitute. (If you were already planning on going, you can't be yourself and me at the same time. Plus, that wouldn't help support the dance.) I'll reimburse the cover. <br/> <br/>If you are not going to the dance, you better find yourself a proxy fast. Soon all that will be left will be Chewbacca impersonators and no one wants to dance with a wookie because they rip your arms off.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 8 replies </div>

marianme 2008-06-10T05:12:51Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/c85b057f-3750-46a4-9aea-0613a529e8ef 2008-06-10T02:10:39Z 2008-06-10T02:10:39Z

<div>The Bay Area English Regency Dance Society (www.baers.org) Presents: <br/>The Great Regency Shipwreck Ball (or "Regency Survivor") <br/> <br/>We can't get off this island, so we might as well entertain ourselves! <br/>Caller Alan Winston (who led the Pride and Prejudice Ball this March and has taught for Friday Night Waltz) with <br/>The Divertimento Dance Orchestra (who'll play at the Emerald City Ball in July) <br/>Saturday June 21, 2008 8:00-11:30pm <br/>Arlington Church (52 Arlington Ave, Kensington, CA) <br/> <br/>The Divertimento Orchestra will provide jolly music. The marooned elite, in <br/>any remaining finery, are invited to dance arm-in-arm with the ships' <br/>captain and crew. Meet up at 8PM sharp aboard the ruins for dance, drink <br/>and good company! <br/> <br/>There'll be community oriented longways and set dances, and probably more of them <br/>than you'd expect at, say, Gaskell. There'll be Congress of Vienna and some free <br/>waltzes; probably about a dozen. Most of the dance time will be in quick teaching and <br/>extended dancing of country dances. Alan's good at putting these across efficiently. <br/> <br/>Come as you are, whether Passenger, Pirate, Native, Merfolk or member of Her <br/>Majesty's Royal Navy. If your wardrobe was relocated to Davy Jones' Locker <br/>during the fateful storm, fashion yourself new togs from local flora (grass <br/>skirts are all the rage among the natives!). <br/> <br/>We've made peace with the island inhabitants and the merfolk in the bay, so <br/>we will feast with them on seafood, fresh fruits, springwater and provisions <br/>salvaged from the hold. The contribution of exotic new delicacies from <br/>forays inland are welcome - as long as *you* have already tried them first. <br/> <br/>Subscriptions are $20 at the door, $15 in advance. <br/>$2 discount for GBACG, and BACDS members. <br/>Advance mail registrations must be received by us no later than June 18th. <br/>Costumes admired but not required. All dances taught during the ball. No <br/>partner required. <br/> <br/>Make out checks to "BAERS", and send them to <br/>BAERS c/o Vanessa Schnatmeier 1122 Hudson Street Redwood City, CA 94061 <br/> <br/>Name(s): __________________________________________________________ <br/>Street Address: ________________________________________________ <br/>City, State, ZIP: ______________________________________________ <br/>Phone: (____________) ____________ - ________________ <br/> <br/>Email: ______________________________________________ <br/> <br/>Mark if new address for mailing list: __ Number of admissions desired ______ <br/> <br/>See the flyer: http://flickr.com/photos/dancingisland/2490962848/sizes/l/ <br/> <br/>Preview the dances at the June 13 dance party in Palo Alto: http://www.baers.org/fridays.html <br/> <br/>What is the English Regency? See http://www.baers.org</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2008-06-10T02:10:39Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/716ba879-458f-4eef-9e7a-42fe6a0a18dc 2008-06-04T11:01:21Z 2008-05-30T04:09:24Z

<div>Looking for a bit of cheerful dancing this Friday night? Come over to the <br/>barn dance in Oakland. <br/> <br/>Community dance (also called "barn dance" or "ceilidh") is a dance style <br/>from Great Britain that lets you dance not just with your partner of the <br/>moment but with a room of happy people. Erik Hoffman and Alan Winston will <br/>lead the dancing, with live music by Across The Pond (Dick Bagwell, Alan <br/>Loughead, and Jody and Colette Veahman), a band steeped in the hearty <br/>rhythm of English traditional music. <br/> <br/>Comfortable waltzes, bouncy polkas, and easy group dances (no harder than <br/>"Strip the Willow" or "Roger de Coverley: - and maybe we'll do those.) <br/>Beginners welcome, all dances taught and called, casual dress -- wear comfortable shoes. <br/>You don't need to bring a partner. Dancing accessible for children 8 years old and over. <br/> <br/>Admission $10, $5 for students/low-income/kids. <br/>Family and group discounts available. <br/> <br/>When: Friday, May 30th, 7 p.m. <br/>What: Community Dance Party <br/>Who: Erik Hoffman and Alan Winston calling, music by Across The Pond <br/> (Dick Bagwell, Alan Loughead, Jody and Colette Veahman, Alan Loughead) <br/>Where: Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94609 <br/>Info: Vanessa Schnatmeier 650-365-2913, http://www.bacds.org/series/ceilidh/oakland/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 2 replies </div>

Alan 2008-05-30T04:09:24Z think_balance http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/2e7946b9-6c4a-4afa-8820-4cb24a014953 2008-05-29T19:08:56Z 2008-05-26T00:46:04Z

<div>I've recently started wearing underarmor shirts under my usual dance clothing - be it casual, black tie or costume, and have found that I am no longer thoroughly soaked through with sweat while dancing. <br/> <br/>Cheers!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 7 replies </div>

think_balance 2008-05-26T00:46:04Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/c45db1bb-3d71-496e-86bc-d943b460c4bf 2008-05-29T05:25:55Z 2008-05-17T06:08:19Z

<div>The Gone with the Wind Ball <br/>(sponsored by the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society) <br/>Saturday, June 7, 2008 <br/>Doors Open at 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/>Advance Tickets: $15.00 (by May 31) <br/>Tickets at the Door: $20.00 <br/>Ball Website: http://peers.org/gwtw.html <br/> <br/>Join us for the ultimate 19th century romantic fantasy experience - a ball inspired by the Charity Ball in Atlanta from the first part of Gone with the Wind. <br/> <br/>Bangers &amp; Mash plays an evening of exquisite waltzes and quadrilles, lively polkas and schottisches, mazurka waltzes, breathless reels and contradances popular in both the North and the South during the American Civil War. There will be a pre-ball dance lesson at 7:00 pm and, as usual, all set dances will be briefly taught or called. <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is mid-Victorian evening dress (1850’s or ‘60’s) or modern evening dress. European or Southern gentlemen in uniform are also most welcome. As usual, however, costumes are admired, not required. <br/> <br/>Punch and a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (Your potluck contributions to the buffet during these difficult times are greatly appreciated!). <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets for the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online, please go to the ball website at http://peers.org/gwtw.html , scroll down to the PayPal icon, and click on it for directions. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. <br/> <br/>For more information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org. <br/> <br/>Driving Directions: <br/>Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Lady Jane 2008-05-17T06:08:19Z yavin http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/8acfcd8a-b3c1-4116-8b09-71c658bc5083 2008-05-24T19:59:52Z 2008-05-24T19:59:52Z

<div>Before anyone else starts rocking your night, we'll be teaching you to partner dance to goth and dark modern music at Julie's Supper Club (1123 Folsom - @ 7th across from Brainwash). Come for the lessons stay for the music as Tomas Diablo plays starting around 9pm. <br/> <br/>After a year of being on Tuesday night at The Cat Club and Julie's Supper Club, this is our first weekend event, and it promises to be pretty well attended by goths and partner dancers from all over the Bay Area! <br/> <br/>For more info, check out our Tribe posting: <br/>http://sanfrancisco.tribe.net/event/Swing-Goth-SF-presents-Embrace-every-4th-Saturday/san-francisco-ca/3fcb8abd-bf27-4481-bab7-62f0b293ad4c <br/> <br/>or find us on a social networking site near you (Tribe, MySpace, Facebook) under SwingGoth!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

yavin 2008-05-24T19:59:52Z tsgeisel http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/de2c93c6-2fa1-4189-a3eb-182660cb9a72 2008-05-13T01:49:45Z 2008-05-13T01:49:45Z

<div>(cut and pasted for those who may not read FNW or PEERS tribes) <br/> <br/>I finally got a Flickr account, and I'm starting to put some of my more recent pictures there. (I hit my quota for free space on Picasaweb.) <br/> <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/tsgeisel is the URL. <br/> <br/>I still have a small backlog to upload, and, of course, whatever new pictures I take will wind up there.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

tsgeisel 2008-05-13T01:49:45Z fezziwig http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/2cc9e4bb-e970-4033-b300-f1ee9aaf41f6 2008-05-06T22:03:52Z 2008-04-22T19:21:19Z

<div>A special thanks goes out to Joreth, the owner of Nona's Kitchen for providing the wonderful huge pan of Strawberry Brioche Bread Pudding, complete with the disposable bowls and forks. <br/> <br/>Thanks Joreth (http://www.nonaskitchen.com/ )</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 3 replies </div>

fezziwig 2008-04-22T19:21:19Z dawnmunroe http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/c8cc09ca-bf32-4455-8920-4a209ba40367 2008-04-28T16:17:32Z 2008-04-28T16:17:32Z

<div>Living in the middle of the Lone Star State and forever missing Gaskells. Does anyone know of a fancy dress ball existing in the Austin area?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

dawnmunroe 2008-04-28T16:17:32Z Hipknow-Heidi http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/74009b94-70d7-485d-9553-9f894c433924 2008-04-24T07:45:27Z 2008-04-21T19:17:07Z

<div>I left a book at Gaskells on the shelf where men put there hats, inside the dance hall. It's call "The Art of Peace". Did anyone happen to pick it up? <br/> <br/>Heidi </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 4 replies </div>

Hipknow-Heidi 2008-04-21T19:17:07Z GothicJames http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/fc3f1aea-b28f-4a60-8e04-b3b411fc72a6 2008-04-20T19:47:27Z 2008-03-20T21:23:07Z

<div>I haven't been to Gaskells in awhile but I'm planning on April 19. That is also the first night of Passover. I know there are other Hebes here -- any interest in a Victorian seder somewhere (at the venue?) beforehand?</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 18 replies </div>

GothicJames 2008-03-20T21:23:07Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/0a6172e7-137a-4dea-8211-d954244e2eaf 2008-04-16T01:35:35Z 2008-04-16T01:35:35Z

<div>THE CHICAGO ALL-THAT-JAZZ BALL <br/>Saturday, May 3, 2008 <br/>Location: San Mateo Masonic Temple <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo <br/>Doors Open: 6:45 p.m. <br/>Vintage Dance Lesson: 7:00- 8:00 pm. <br/>Formal Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Band: Lee PressOn and the Nails <br/>Tickets: $15.00 in advance (by April 26); $20.00 at the door <br/>Ball Website: http://peers.org/chicago.html <br/> <br/>Rouge your knees, roll your stockings down, start the car, and come join us and host Billy Flynn, Esquire, at the hottest party in Chicago for All That Jazz! PEERS is proud (and truly amazed) to announce that the evening's band will be the one, the only, the incomparable Lee Presson and the Nails. <br/> <br/>1920’s or 30’s costume or vintage or modern evening dress (white or black tie optional) is admired, but not required. The year is 1931 but we won't hold you to that. <br/> <br/>The music will range from elegant vintage ballroom dance music (waltzes, tangos, fox trots, and even polkas!) to cool blues and hot Swing of the 1920's and early ‘30's – perhaps with a few musical surprises along the way. For guests wishing to brush up on their vintage dance skills, there will be a pre-ball dance lesson in vintage Foxtrot and Swing at 7:00 p.m. with Persephone and Charles. Even if you’re a novice, they’ll soon have you gliding along the floor like young Fred Astaire and swinging like a gate. <br/> <br/>Intermission entertainment includes both a half-time floor show and DJ dance music for you insatiable dancers. To fortify us for these vigorous dance sets, a complimentary light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening. (In our current Depression, your potluck contributions are always appreciated!). <br/> <br/>Special Announcement from Mr. Lee Presson himself: “The first 100 people who attend the May Chicago Ball will get a free Lee Presson and the Nails CD.” <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online via PayPal, please go to the ball website at http://peers.org/chicago.html, scroll down, and click on the PayPal icon for instructions. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. <br/> <br/>For information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org. <br/> <br/>Driving Directions: <br/>Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-04-16T01:35:35Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/8b28c4cc-0529-49b7-ad7d-2891ea944410 2008-03-25T22:55:34Z 2008-03-25T22:55:34Z

<div>Just a reminder that the deadline for purchasing advance bargain tickets to the Royal Debutante Ball is Saturday, March 29. To order advance tickets to the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. <br/>If you would like to buy tickets online, go to the ball website at http://peers.org/debutante.html , scroll down to the PayPal icon and click on it for instructions. Tickets will be sold for $20.00 at the door. <br/> <br/> <br/>The Royal Debutante Ball <br/>(Sponsored by the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society) <br/>Saturday, April 5, 2008 <br/>Site: The San Mateo Masonic Temple, 100 N. Ellsworth Avenue (at Tilton), San Mateo <br/>Doors Open at 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Advance General Tickets: $15.00 (by Saturday, March 29) <br/>Tickets at the Door: $20.00 <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/>Ball Website: http://peers.org/debutante.html <br/> <br/>Their Royal Highnesses, Edward Albert, Prince of Wales, and Alexandra, Princess of Wales, request the pleasure of your company at a ball in honour of the debut in Society of their eldest daughter, Her Royal Highness, Princess Louise. <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is mid- to late-Victorian evening dress, dress uniform, or vintage or modern evening dress (the year is 1885 but please don't feel compelled to have a new gown made just for this occasion, ladies, unless you really wish to!). As usual, costumes are admired, not required. <br/> <br/>Young ladies wishing to make their debut along with the Princess Louise are extremely welcome. Although the customary ensemble for a debutante is white, we can stretch a point for those preferring ivory or cream (and Her Majesty certainly won’t expel you from Court if you insist on wearing another colour). Ladies already "out," of course, have an unlimited choice of colors for their ensemble. <br/> <br/>Bangers &amp; Mash plays an evening of elegant Victorian dance music, focusing on waltzes, quadrilles, reels, grand marches, and other set dances, but also including polkas, schottisches, and mazurka waltzes. There will be a pre-ball dance class at 7:00 pm, but all set dances will be briefly taught and called at the ball. <br/> <br/>Punch and a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (Your potluck contributions to the Royal Kitchen will be very welcome!). <br/> <br/>For further information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org. <br/> <br/>Driving Directions to the Ball: <br/>Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks, and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge is the large, 3-story Colonial style Edwardian building located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-03-25T22:55:34Z fezziwig http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/547e6eac-74ca-46d2-9a68-8a1d19cb8bb2 2008-03-20T01:40:06Z 2008-02-24T09:38:35Z

<div>Lost: Sanity <br/> <br/>Found: in ladies lounge, Reticule with cash and cellphone. identify to recover. silver shoes, plastic bag with powder makeup <br/>in mens room, 1 umbrella name the color, and you can have it. <br/>on the rack in ballroom, black velvetish ladies vest <br/> <br/>contact me to recover any or all of the above items (except sanity)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 5 replies </div>

fezziwig 2008-02-24T09:38:35Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/697a36d3-4025-440c-8067-b7770a84f9a1 2008-03-15T04:50:58Z 2008-03-15T04:50:58Z

<div>Our Fellow Gaskell Ball attendees will enjoy this ball since our sets are similar to Gaskell's, with lots of couple dances as well as set dances. The main addition to PEERS' programme is the quadrilles - elegant, sociable dances for four couples. Hope to see you there! <br/> <br/>The Royal Debutante Ball <br/>(sponsored by the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society) <br/>Saturday, April 5, 2008 <br/>Site: The San Mateo Masonic Temple, 100 N. Ellsworth Avenue (at Tilton), San Mateo <br/>Doors Open at 6:45 p.m. <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Advance General Tickets: $15.00 (by Saturday, March 29) <br/>Tickets at the Door: $20.00 <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/>Ball Website: http://peers.org/debutante.html <br/> <br/>Their Royal Highnesses, Edward Albert, Prince of Wales, and Alexandra, Princess of Wales, request the pleasure of your company at a ball in honour of the debut in Society of their eldest daughter, Her Royal Highness, Princess Louise. <br/> <br/>Suggested costume is late Victorian evening dress, dress uniform, or vintage or modern evening dress (the year is 1885 but please don't feel compelled to have a new gown made just for this occasion, ladies, unless you really wish to!). As usual, costumes are admired, not required/ <br/> <br/>Young ladies wishing to make their debut along with the Princess Louise are extremely welcome. Although the customary ensemble for a debutante is white, we can stretch a point for those preferring ivory or cream (and Her Majesty certainly won’t expel you from Court if you insist on wearing another colour). Ladies already "out," of course, have an unlimited choice of colors for their ensemble. <br/> <br/>Bangers &amp; Mash plays an evening of elegant Victorian dance music, focusing on waltzes, quadrilles, reels, grand marches, and other set dances, but also including polkas, schottisches, and mazurka waltzes. There will be a pre-ball dance class at 7:00 pm, but all set dances will be briefly taught and called at the ball. <br/> <br/>Punch and a light snack buffet will be served throughout the evening (Your potluck contributions to the Royal Kitchen will be very welcome!). <br/> <br/>To order advance tickets to the ball, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. If you would like to buy tickets online, go to the ball website at http://peers.org/debutante.html , scroll down to the PayPal icon and click on it for instructions. Tickets will be sold for $20.00 at the door. <br/> <br/>For further information, please call (510) 522-1731 or email peers@peers.org. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Lady Jane 2008-03-15T04:50:58Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/2f98eb57-32a3-47a8-b7b8-c72fe88c54d9 2008-02-28T04:29:43Z 2008-02-24T18:15:59Z

<div>The dancing was great, the band lively, women had lovely costumes, men were dashing. There was juggling and drama (with one woman down mid floor) and the clown can-can half-time was superb. Ah, you should have been there. <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157603978404859/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 10 replies </div>

marianme 2008-02-24T18:15:59Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/7bfc5e18-1911-47b0-a359-91d77852ec1a 2008-02-24T20:34:56Z 2008-02-22T22:48:22Z

<div>Okay, you winter weenies. You know who you are. You're thinking about staying at home and curling up in front of your faux fire and catching up with your online social network faux friends. Remember how much fun Gaskell's is? Real people, live music, dancing, costumes, and flirting. <br/> <br/>Don't want to water damage your silks? Surely you have some new Dicken's wear that could use a little weathering. Loud plaid is never dulled by dampness. <br/> <br/>Defy the dang storm! Get out your rain ponchos and galoshes or make yourself a fashionable trashbag overcoat and stomp on over to Gaskell's this Saturday. Cheer yourself with dancing and frivolity. <br/> <br/>Are you with me? Who'll brave the rain for an evening of Gaskell fun? <br/> <br/>No regrets!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 11 replies </div>

marianme 2008-02-22T22:48:22Z Hayes http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ea0604bf-ac8d-415d-919d-85321faf88c6 2008-02-21T07:01:01Z 2008-02-21T07:01:01Z

<div>Hi. Looking to share a ride to Gaskells on Feb 23 to/from Mt. View area. I can drive or share costs. <br/> <br/>Cheers <br/> <br/>Hayes A. <br/>posted by: </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Hayes 2008-02-21T07:01:01Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/083314ba-bd94-44eb-b4e3-7c5447d43738 2008-02-21T06:31:43Z 2008-02-11T03:17:39Z

<div>Fellow Gaskell Enthusiasts: If you've ever wanted to try out the dances of Jane Austen's time or had any curiosity to experience a pre-Victorian ball, this might be a good opportunity since we teach the "pattern" dances on the spot and still have plenty of gorgeous waltzes. Here's our latest ball write-up: <br/> <br/>The Pride &amp; Prejudice Ball <br/>(Sponsored by PEERS – the Period Events &amp; Entertainments Re-Creation Society) <br/>Saturday, March 1, 2008 <br/>Location: San Mateo Masonic Temple <br/>100 N. Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>(at the corner of Ellsworth &amp; Tilton) <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 - 8:00 pm with Dance Master Alan WinstoN <br/>Formal Dancing: 8:00 pm to midnight <br/>Band: Bangers &amp; Mash <br/>Tickets: $15 in advance; $20 at the door <br/> <br/>Mr. Bingley requests the pleasure of your company at Netherfield Manor. Join us for an evening of elegant dancing, wit, romance and intrigue. <br/> <br/>Late Georgian or Regency costume, day or evening, is admired, not required, and either generic Romantic costume or modern dress is perfectly acceptable. Given the changeable nature of our English weather, wraps are recommended for the ladies, who may find the early part of the evening chilly. Once dancing begins, of course, the ballroom warms up charmingly. We suggest that our guests attend the ball in character as well (choosing from among Miss Austen's other novels for your characters). <br/> <br/>That most British of California bands - Bangers &amp; Mash - plays an evening of delightful English country dances (which will be briefly taught or called on the spot) and slightly anachronistic but exquisite waltzes. If you need to brush up on your Regency dancing, there will be a pre-ball dance lesson at 7:00 pm. Partners, fortunately, are not required since it is customary to change partners after every dance set and we will be happy to introduce you to partners, if desired. <br/> <br/>Other potential amusements include cards (both Whist and Speculation), music, singing (including a period round, catch and glee sing-a-long), witty conversation and elegant flirtation. There will be a light period snack buffet (Your potluck contributions to our host's kitchen are most welcome). <br/> <br/>For more information, please email peers@peers.org,call (510) 522-1731, or see our website at http://www.peers.org To order advance tickets, please send a check for $15.00 each to PEERS at 2144 B Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501. To order tickets online, please go to the ball website at http://www.peers.org/prideprej.html, scroll down to the PayPal icon, and follow the directions. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Lady Jane 2008-02-11T03:17:39Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/1612ee18-e38f-4d12-9cb5-7b880928c45d 2008-02-13T07:37:34Z 2008-02-13T07:37:34Z

<div>Before the Pride and Prejudice Ball, enjoy the kind of party Jane Austen never went to! <br/> <br/>THE CYPRIANS'S BALL <br/> <br/>SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2008 <br/> <br/>at the <br/> <br/>SAN MATEO MASONIC LODGE <br/>(San Mateo) <br/>100 N. Ellsworth, at Tilton <br/> <br/>Doors open 7:30 <br/> <br/>The ball starts with "Congress of Vienna" at 8:00 <br/>$15 in advance <br/>$20 at the door <br/> <br/>Scandalous early-1800s costume - the era of "Pride and Prejudice" admired <br/>but not required. We cannot, in good conscience, recommend that young ladies <br/>damp their muslins in the Bay Area in February. (Modern festive or formal wear <br/>perfectly welcome, or scandalous costume from any era - in Paris at this time <br/>they were doing Cretan revival.) <br/> <br/>For more information, call 650/365-2913 or visit <br/>www.baers.org (where you can download a registration form) <br/> <br/>Directions: From Highway 101, exit at 3d Avenue. Go west on 3d, turn right <br/>at N. Ellsworth. The temple is at the corner of N. Ellsworth and Tilton. <br/> <br/>(Note: "The Cyprian" was a Regency nickname for Aphrodite, Goddess of Love, who <br/>was associated with the island of Cyprus. Cyprians, then, were devotees of <br/>Aphrodite; in other words, courtesans, who held an annual ball to shop for new <br/>"protectors" who could keep them in good style. So there's an extra degree of <br/>flirtatiousness at the Cyprians' Ball.) <br/> <br/>All country dances taught and prompted. Fun will be had!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2008-02-13T07:37:34Z ladykalessia http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/d782e324-6edb-4eb3-a98d-7aa18bdafb8d 2008-02-04T23:13:08Z 2008-02-04T23:13:08Z

<div>Hi all, <br/> <br/>Just spreading the word a bit, since this is a smaller event and doesn't get a lot of publicity outside of San Jose. PAC*SJ is a group devoted to restoring and preserving historic buildings and landscapes in the South Bay, and this is one of their annual fundraisers. I got to see the hats firsthand during the photo shoot (that's me, in the green feather beret) and there are some truly fabulous ones up for sale this year. I suggest you all go check it out - if not to buy, then at least for inspiration and to support a worthy cause! <br/> <br/>See below for info: <br/>http://preservation.org/events/hatsale/hats_08/tickets_hatsale_2008.html <br/> <br/>(And they've just put up a preview link where you can see a few of the hats on models! Woo!)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

ladykalessia 2008-02-04T23:13:08Z Lady Jane http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/8a0a5ff3-47c3-46b0-b1d5-ebc7096d36a7 2008-02-04T17:25:50Z 2008-02-02T00:26:45Z

<div>Tickets are still available for this Saturday’s Le Mardi Gras des Vampires and will be sold at the door for $20.00 each. The dance sets are similar to those at Gaskell's, with lots of waltzes and polkas, Congress of Vienna, some mazurkas , schottisches, and set dances, including Sir Roger, but also includes some vintage tangos and sambas and the elegant Lancers. <br/> <br/>Here is our latest ball update. <br/> <br/>Le Mardi Gras des Vampires <br/>(sponsored by PEERS) <br/>Saturday, February 2, 2008 <br/>Location: San Mateo Masonic Temple <br/>Address: 100 North Ellsworth Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401 <br/>Dance Lesson: 7:00 p.m. <br/>Formal Dancing begins: 8:00 p.m. <br/>Tickets at the door: $20.00 <br/>Band: The Baguette Quartette <br/>For more information, call (510) 522-1731, see our website at http://www.peers.org/mardigras.html or email peers@peers.org <br/> <br/> <br/>New Orleans’ most amusing host, M. Lestat de Lioncourt, invites you to a joyous Mardi Gras Ball in true Nineteenth century ante-bellum New Orleans style. To protect your reputation, masks are strongly recommended, and suggested attire is period costume (any period - but Eighteenth and Nineteenth Century fashions are especially fashionable!), fantasy Mardi Gras costume, or a fanciful version of period costume. Modern evening dress is perfectly acceptable, however, and there is no dress code for the ball. <br/> <br/>For the festivities, our host has engaged the celebrated Parisian-American band The Baguette Quartette to play an exquisite mix of waltzes, polkas, schottisches, mazurkas, Les Lanciers and other popular mid-Victorian couple and set dances (both French and English), as well as the ever-popular Congress of Vienna Waltz and the new South American imports Le Tango and La Samba. As usual, all set dances will be briefly taught or called at the ball, partners are not required there will be a pre-ball vintage dance lesson at 7:00 pm, including 19th century rotary waltz and polka, vintage samba, and the turn of the century one-step tango. <br/> <br/>Our charming host promises to entertain you at intermission with a performance by the celebrated Le Theatre des Vampires - the most innovative theater company in Paris – and a special appearance by Mr. Edgar Allan Poe himself. To sustain us through this energetic evening, punch and a light French-American snack buffet will be served at the ball. <br/> <br/>Directions to the Ball: <br/> <br/>Take the 3rd Avenue exit off 101, going west into San Mateo. Follow 3rd Avenue across the railroad tracks and turn right on Ellsworth Avenue. The Masonic Lodge - a white three-story Colonial style Edwardian building - is located on the corner of Ellsworth and Tilton. <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/> <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Lady Jane 2008-02-02T00:26:45Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/7b2c9273-18c7-41f3-86ec-0847e6351929 2007-12-19T03:14:36Z 2007-12-16T19:19:33Z

<div>Mostly photos of bustle dresses and Marines but a few other photos. <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157603471000924/</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

marianme 2007-12-16T19:19:33Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/8a9562f8-ce98-4a3c-96c0-7ec93eeaef7f 2007-11-05T23:18:30Z 2007-10-28T18:54:08Z

<div>Some snapshots here: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/7181690@N03/sets/72157602766799465/ <br/> <br/>And a video clip of a Sir Roger de Coverley. I must admit it brings a tear to my eye. Penguin. Dancing. <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h33EQDitnKo</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 5 replies </div>

marianme 2007-10-28T18:54:08Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/6e6b3b76-78ac-409c-ba03-77b218534c5f 2007-10-25T23:32:48Z 2007-10-25T23:32:48Z

<div>Get revved up for the weekend at the barn dance in Oakland! <br/> <br/>Community dance (also called "barn dance" or "ceilidh") is a dance style <br/>from Great Britain that lets you dance not just with your partner of the <br/>moment but with a room of happy people. Alan Winston will lead <br/>the dancing, with live music by Stan &amp; Susan Kramer (the flute and fiddle from <br/>Bangers and Mash, the band you know from Fezziwig's and PEERS dances.) <br/> <br/>Comfortable waltzes and easy group dances. Beginners welcome, all dances <br/>taught and called, casual dress -- wear comfortable shoes. You don't need <br/>to bring a partner. Dancing accessible for children 8 years old and over. <br/> <br/>Admission $10, $5 for students/low-income/kids. <br/>Family and group discounts available. <br/> <br/>When: Friday, October 26th, 8 p.m. <br/>What: Community Dance Party <br/>Who: Alan Winston calling, music by Stan &amp; Susan Kramer <br/>Where: Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94 <br/>Info: 650-365-2913, www.liveavatar.com/ceilidh</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2007-10-25T23:32:48Z fezziwig http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ff4f4063-0e85-40ca-a2b4-489cbc0f4e6d 2007-10-25T22:38:44Z 2007-10-25T22:38:44Z

<div>A quick reminder thet the next Gaskel Ball is this Saturday, October 27th. <br/> <br/>Please see www.gaskellball.com for details</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

fezziwig 2007-10-25T22:38:44Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/0405ca07-feb6-4b45-881a-df3aa2e9ef2d 2007-10-12T05:17:21Z 2007-09-29T19:49:55Z

<div>If you have a bustle dress languishing in some dreary closet but haven't worn it in ages because you didn't want to be the only one wearing a bustle dress, now may be the time to rejoice during the holiday season. A few of us were thinking of wearing bustle dresses to the December Gaskell's. So, dust off that dress, try out that pattern you've had your eye on, or finish up the dress you started ages ago. There are a few months to trim and trim and trim with your little Victorian sensibilities. <br/> <br/>For men, it may be one of the only acceptable times to answer "yes" to the question "Does this dress make my butt look big?" <br/> <br/>"Business up front, party in the back." <br/> <br/> <br/>p.s. Before I get my feelings hurt again, I'm only mentioning this as a courtesy in case people would like to play and join in, but it's not official, mandatory, or a missive from The Man. Rebellious souls, please start your own post.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 11 replies </div>

marianme 2007-09-29T19:49:55Z tsgeisel http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/d63ded75-86e5-47d9-8085-c16e267bd875 2007-08-19T13:02:45Z 2007-08-19T13:02:45Z

<div>My pictures from the August Gaskells are up: http://picasaweb.google.com/tsgeisel/Gaskells807 <br/> <br/>If you find yourself in a picture you don't want made public, let me know. Comments are, as usual, welcomed.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

tsgeisel 2007-08-19T13:02:45Z Hayes http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/3cede434-5fe8-4525-ba13-916f7d582828 2007-08-04T22:43:06Z 2007-08-04T22:43:06Z

<div>Hi. Wondering if anyone is interested in sharing a ride/car pooling to/from Ceilidh Alameda <br/>(http://tribes.tribe.net/ceilidhalameda) from the Mt. View Area? Yes, this is posted to more than one tribe, sorry about that. <br/> <br/>Cheers <br/> <br/>Hayes A. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Hayes 2007-08-04T22:43:06Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/3486126c-6bf8-457d-b12c-75a489d2b108 2007-06-19T09:52:59Z 2007-06-19T09:52:59Z

<div>Come on Friday June 22nd to Humanist Hall in Oakland for a modern-dress <br/>evening of easy dances and friendly fun. <br/> <br/>Alan Winston will call and Across the Pond (Dick Bagwell, Alan Lochhead, <br/>Jody and Colette Veahman) will play for an evening of community dancing. <br/> <br/>(Alan is the house caller for the Bay Area English Regency Society, <br/>and a frequent caller of modern-dress English Country and contra dance. He says <br/>"this stuff is waaaay easy, but you'll still end up sweaty.) <br/> <br/>The dances will be the same kind of set dance that you get at Gaskell (and <br/>we may do Strip the Willow or Roger de Coverly, but also other easy dances <br/>you probably haven't seen, like Nottingham Swing or Demon's Rant.) <br/> <br/>No brainbenders, and these dances will typically run fairly short - you're not <br/>stuck with your set or your partner for fifteen minutes. <br/> <br/>There'll be some polkas and waltzes and schottisches interspersed, but it's <br/>not like Gaskell with one set dance to 8 couple dances; there's lots of set <br/>dances. Many of the dances are Victorian in origin but this is a modern day event - <br/>wear comfortable clothes and danceable shoes. <br/> <br/>See the flyer: www.liveavatar.com/ceilidh <br/> <br/>The band is Across The Pond. They're deeply interested in the English <br/>folk tradition, and will be playing tunes from the English countryside - <br/>polkas, reels, waltzes, and a few jigs. Very different from the classical style <br/>tunes that the Regency group plays. Members of Across The Pond play for <br/>Deer Creek Morris and Bufflehead Morris. They'll give punchy, driving tunes <br/>that get your heart rate up. <br/> <br/>Next Friday, June 22d, at Humanist Hall in Oakland, 8:00 pm. <br/>(Keep reading for details) <br/> <br/>Community dance (also called "barn dance" or "ceilidh") is a dance style <br/>from Great Britain that lets you dance not just with your partner of the <br/>moment but with an entire room of happy people. Alan Winston will lead <br/>the dancing, with live music from the Berkeley band Across The Pond. <br/>Comfortable waltzes and easy group dances. Beginners welcome, all dances <br/>taught and called, casual dress -- wear comfortable shoes. You don't need <br/>to bring a partner. Dancing accessible for children 8 years old and over. <br/>Admission $10, $5 for students/low-income/kids. Family and group discounts <br/>available. <br/> <br/>When: Friday, June 22d, 8 p.m. <br/>What: Community Dance Party <br/>Who: Alan Winston, performing with the band Across the Pond <br/>Where: Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94 <br/>Info: 650-365-2913, www.liveavatar.com/ceilidh</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2007-06-19T09:52:59Z scott http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/75d549de-edab-419f-8c0e-5e60989ceb20 2007-06-14T16:35:07Z 2007-06-14T16:35:07Z

<div>Zwiefacher is a common dance at Gaskells, but rarely taught. <br/> <br/>Here is your chance to take a class from one of the best instructors around: <br/> <br/>Riichard Powers teaches intermediate waltz classes at 7pm and 8pm in the large upstairs room at Friday Night Waltz Friday June 15 <br/> <br/>7pm Zwiefacher blitz. You'll learn some technical pointers to make this waltz-pivot dance easier and more fun, but mostly you'll have a rare chance to spin with partners to odd rhythms for an hour. <br/>8pm Samba! It's essentially polka which was Africanized in Brazil then became a worldwide craze after it was introduced in Paris in the 1920s. Learn both basic steps and many improvised variations. Samba is a great party dance -- don't miss it. <br/> <br/>Tom Hill teaches an introductory waltz class from 7 to 9 pm in the downstairs room. To get the most from this class, try to start at 7pm. Excellent first time class. <br/> <br/>Richard Powers is tonight's dj. Waltz and polka music from 9pm to midnight. <br/> <br/>$11 for both the classes and the dance. $8 for just the dance. No partner necessary. All Ages. Casual comfortable attire <br/> <br/>First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto, CA. Upstairs, Fellowship hall, entrance on right of courtyard, facing away from street. <br/> <br/> </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

scott 2007-06-14T16:35:07Z http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/f02d8ac1-0b4c-4d34-b1a6-4d8db5120822 2007-06-14T04:57:31Z 2007-06-14T04:57:31Z

<div>Pictures (not many) are up at http://danceslut.net/cgi-bin/album.cgi?ga73</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

2007-06-14T04:57:31Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/987a8b6c-2f39-4559-ad7c-9827a724c70a 2007-06-13T05:42:54Z 2007-06-06T07:22:18Z

<div>Summer months sometime tend to be less populated than the winter Gaskell's, so this might be a good time to bring friends. More space for dancing. With more room, it would also be a good time to wear your big hoopskirt dresses and cute drawers. Okay, maybe I think every Gaskell's would be good for big Victorian, Gone With the Wind, dresses. (Hey, if you're around my size and need a dress, I'd probably be willing to part with some of mine cheap.) Your roommate, cousin, best friend's uncle needs a break from studying for finals, never went to their prom, or broke their karaoke guitar game controller and needs something to do on Saturday night? Bring them to Gaskell's! </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 11 replies </div>

marianme 2007-06-06T07:22:18Z think_balance http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ae8ebe29-20ea-4430-9234-91572dff4235 2007-06-07T15:22:39Z 2007-06-04T07:21:26Z

<div>Hello, <br/> <br/>I have a Sonéca pocket watch. It's latch doesn't clasp well at all and the watch doesn't run. However, it's free and would work well as costume jewelry. <br/> <br/>First person to reply to me privately on Tribe will get it. You must be at the next Gaskells to pick it up. <br/> <br/>Cheers, <br/> <br/>Daniel</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

think_balance 2007-06-04T07:21:26Z Vivien http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/3a805c78-00b0-4cf4-ba32-999cfdb6c4bb 2007-05-31T19:12:45Z 2007-05-03T06:08:03Z

<div>Here are some April Gaskells photos: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/vivien_misc/sets/72157600171096313/ <br/> <br/>And some low-res videos: <br/> <br/>Bohemian National Polka <br/>http://youtube.com/watch?v=kD78yx8cmr8 <br/> <br/>Waltz <br/>http://youtube.com/watch?v=dxsN3Ygem2c</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 12 replies </div>

Vivien 2007-05-03T06:08:03Z Riyana-Rebecca http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/5053fe69-47d7-48b8-a5fb-cef53c97edcb 2007-05-18T04:54:19Z 2007-05-18T04:54:19Z

<div>Hello, all! <br/> <br/>I know it's a long shot, but I was wondering if anyone might be available to lead a group waltz at our event this Saturday evening in Berkeley, the Fairy Mask Ball. It's a fundraiser for a pagan family camp, and we would love to have someone come and show us how to dance elegantly and simply. I'm thinking about 45 minutes to an hour, tops. The event starts at 7 and we could do it anytime thereafter. <br/> <br/>As a fundraiser, I don't have a lot of money to offer. In addition to the amazing time I guarantee that you'll have, I'm happy to donate $75 to you for your assistance. If you brought a partner, I'm sure I could swing $125 for the two of you. <br/> <br/>If you aren't available but know someone who might be, please pass along their contact info to me. <br/> <br/>Thanks! <br/>Riyana <br/>707-569-4606</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Riyana-Rebecca 2007-05-18T04:54:19Z Terza http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/d0141854-09cd-4f3d-9ea4-0c4b2f3dd1d1 2007-04-27T18:53:58Z 2007-04-27T18:53:58Z

<div>Doors open at 6:45, first dance set at 7:30 <br/>Dinner is 6:45 to 7:30 <br/>Lasagna and hot dogs for sale <br/>Dance admission: $10 adults, $8 students, $5 kids <br/> <br/>Immanuel Lutheran Church Parish Hall <br/>1910 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda <br/>immanuelalameda.org <br/>510-523-0659 <br/> <br/>Ballroom Blitz! <br/>Come Dance <br/>Waltz, Swing, Polka, Latin <br/>English and Irish Country Dance <br/>Set dances taught 7-7:30 <br/>Music by DJ, Casual attire <br/> <br/> <br/>Here's a few of the dances for tonight... <br/> <br/>Star Wars Grand March <br/>YMCA <br/>Sellinger's Round <br/>Congress of Vienna (of course!) <br/>Sleeping Beauty Waltz <br/>In the Mood <br/>Cuban Pete <br/>The Devil is Dead Gallop <br/>Jolly Dogs Polka <br/> <br/>Next Dance Friday June 8.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Terza 2007-04-27T18:53:58Z Lara http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/debc639d-7510-4738-ae89-ad5b37bd3bec 2007-04-21T20:39:51Z 2007-04-21T19:15:26Z

<div>Hi, is anyone going to Gaskells tonight from San Francisco and has room for 3 people in their car? I would be happy to pay gas and the bridge toll. Please let me know asap. You can also give me a call at 415-431-4583 (ask for Lara). <br/> <br/>Thanks, <br/>Lara</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Lara 2007-04-21T19:15:26Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/a37ce7ea-2aaa-4bcd-a469-378cbb7a463f 2007-04-20T01:47:00Z 2007-04-17T21:54:23Z

<div>We grandly invite you to Sensible Prejudices, "The Bad Jane Ball" with <br/>Congress of Vienna, Waltzes, and Jane Austen era dances on Saturday <br/>April 28th at the San Mateo Masonic Lodge (100 N. Ellsworth at Tilton, San Mateo) <br/> <br/>Music by Divertimento Dance Orchestra under the direction of James Langdell <br/>Accessible country dances taught on the fly by Alan Winston <br/> <br/>Flyer with discount for advance ticket purchase is here: <br/>www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gneid=364935910&amp;size=l <br/> <br/>The date will be Monday, Oct 21st 1811. The night of Mr. <br/>Lucas's Assembly where Elizabeth and Darcy first meet. <br/>And any other Jane Austen characters who want to come along! <br/> <br/>For those looking for color themes for outfits, the stage will be <br/>dainty in a white with floral print, somewhat of a <br/>tearoom in look, not too grand, but certainly respectable: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/dancingisland/419669496/ <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photo_zoom.gne?id=419669781&amp;size=o <br/> <br/>Will open with Congress of Vienna, 8pm sharp! <br/> <br/>General Bay Area English Regency Society (BAERS) info: www.baers.org</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Alan 2007-04-17T21:54:23Z scott http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ba0da391-d785-47f5-bf65-f726564b6cc6 2007-04-18T18:18:17Z 2007-04-18T18:18:17Z

<div>http://origin.mercurynews.com/entertainment/ci_5657657 </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

scott 2007-04-18T18:18:17Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/20834122-c529-451d-a293-154453301b8f 2007-04-17T23:58:23Z 2007-04-17T23:58:23Z

<div>BACDS (www.bacds.org) is participating in the Bay Area National Dance Week, which promotes <br/>dancing of all types in the Bay Area. Instead of our typical half-hour orientation, we've got over <br/>an hour of introduction (90 minutes Saturday, 75 on Wednesday.) <br/> <br/>We're offering two introductory dances, <br/>which are free, and if you attend the whole introductory dance, you can come to <br/>the regular dance that follows for free, even if you're a regular dancer. For <br/>each night, the introductory dance has the same caller and band as the regular <br/>dance. Show up early, meet new people, have fun! <br/> <br/>And bring your previously non-dancing friends! (Or tell people from work about <br/>it, or whatever.) <br/> <br/>No partner or previous experience required! <br/> <br/> <br/>About BACDS dance events: www.bacds.org/newcomers <br/> <br/> <br/>Here's the contra dance deal: <br/> <br/>Saturday, April 21, _6:15-7:45: SPECIAL FREE SAN FRANCISCO CONTRA INTRO <br/>8:00-11:00 REGULAR CONTRA DANCE (Free with class, ordinarily $10) <br/>www.bacds.org/series/cont...n_francisco/ <br/>St. Paul's Church, 43d and Judah in San Francisco <br/>FREE! An introduction to Contra Dancing Class for Bay Area National Dance <br/>Week, with live music; Dancers who attend the entire free workshop will <br/>also receive free admission to the regular dance following with the same <br/>band and caller. Get 4.5 hours of contra dancing for free! And this is <br/>a great time to bring your non-dancing friends! <br/>with caller Susan Petrick (in town from Reno) <br/>and music by W. B. Reid (Seattle), Kathrine Gardner, Craig Johnson <br/> <br/> <br/>Here's the English dance deal: <br/> <br/>Wednesday, April 25, 6:30-7:45 pm: SPECIAL FREE BERKELEY ENGLISH INTRO <br/>8-10:30pm: REGULAR ENGLISH DANCE (Free with class, ordinarily $9) <br/> <br/>www.bacds.org/series/engl...erkeley_wed/ <br/>Grace North Church, 2138 Cedar St. (near Oxford), Berkeley <br/>with caller David Newitt <br/>Music by The Figments <br/>(Ethan Hazzard-Watkins (Brattleboro, VT), Anna Patton (Brattleboro), <br/>Owen Morrison (Nashville, TN)) <br/>. <br/>FREE! An introduction to English Country Dance Class for Bay Area National <br/>Dance Week, with live music. Dancers who attend the entire free workshop will <br/>receive free admission to the regular dance following, with the same band and <br/>caller. The Figments toured here last year, and they're a terrific, <br/>energetic band of 20somethings who'll get your feet moving. <br/> <br/> <br/>Please help to get the word out! <br/> <br/>-- Alan </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2007-04-17T23:58:23Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/384a4f01-cdbe-49b4-894c-4fbe99221b15 2007-04-17T21:21:50Z 2007-04-17T21:21:50Z

<div>Want to try an easy, bouncy community dance style that doesn't need <br/>costumes? English Ceilidh ("kaylee" or barn dancing ) dancing is simple <br/>enough for children and drunks, yet rewarding fun for dancers. <br/> <br/>(If you enjoy "Strip the Willow" and "Roger de Coverley" at Gaskells, come to one of <br/>these barn dances; that's the level of complexity barn dancing is about.) <br/> <br/>No lessons needed. Leader Erik Hoffman will tell you what to do, clearly and simply. <br/>Erik is a very competent and relaxed dance leader who always helps you have a good <br/>time. <br/> <br/>www.liveavatar.com/ceilidh <br/> <br/>The band is Across The Pond (Dick Bagwell, Alan Loughead, Jody and Colette Veahman). <br/>They're deeply interested in the English folk tradition, and will be playing tunes from the English countryside - <br/>polkas, reels, waltzes, and a few jigs. This is the traditional rural style of England, not the Victorian ballroom <br/>sound of Brassworks. <br/> <br/>Members of Across The Pond play for Deer Creek Morris and Bufflehead Morris. They'll give punchy, <br/>driving, highly danceable tunes that get your heart rate up. You may have heard Jody and Colette <br/>as part of Paddy West's at Dickens. <br/> <br/>Next Friday, April 27th, at Humanist Hall in Oakland, 8:00 pm. <br/>(Keep reading for details) <br/> <br/>Contact: Vanessa Schnatmeier, vanessa@moocow.com <br/> <br/>Community dance (also called "barn dance" or "ceilidh") is a dance style <br/>from Great Britain that lets you dance not just with your partner of the <br/>moment but with an entire room of happy people. Erik Hoffman will lead <br/>the dancing, with live music from the Berkeley band Across The Pond. <br/>Comfortable waltzes and easy group dances. Beginners welcome, all dances <br/>taught and called, casual dress -- wear comfortable shoes. You don't need <br/>to bring a partner. Dancing accessible for children 8 years old and over. <br/>Admission $10, $5 for students/low-income/kids. Family and group discounts <br/>available. <br/> <br/>When: Friday, April 27th, 8 p.m. <br/>What: Community Dance Party <br/>Who: Erik Hoffman, performing with the band Across the Pond <br/>Where: Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94 <br/>Info: 650-365-2913, www.liveavatar.com/ceilidh</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2007-04-17T21:21:50Z http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/291b64d0-fc32-4d5c-8b1b-1b7e706cea28 2007-03-22T21:27:54Z 2007-02-18T20:08:48Z

<div>The Santa Cruz Sentinel's Guide has an article on the Gaskell Ball, with pictures by me: <br/> <br/>http://adserver1.harvestadsdepot.com/stcruzsentnl/ss/059096/014/014_001/014_001.shtml <br/> <br/>or goto http://www.thesentinelguide.com/index.shtml click on insideguide and goto page 14. <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 4 replies </div>

2007-02-18T20:08:48Z Vivien http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/05ca05de-08ef-4fc8-a057-e7bfe83eddbb 2007-03-16T07:01:56Z 2007-03-03T04:48:23Z

<div>(New thread so you don't have to search through the other one). <br/> <br/>Gaskells ball photos here: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/vivien_misc/sets/72157594566588864/ <br/> <br/>Afters here: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/vivien_misc/sets/72157594566603291/ <br/> <br/>My favorite photo here: <br/>http://www.flickr.com/photos/vivien_misc/408412529/in/set-72157594566588864/ <br/> <br/>If you want photos of yourself: <br/>You can filch 1 MB files from the Flickr site. If you're a glutton who wants higher res (up to 3 MB each) email me at goreyfantod (at) gmail (dot) com.</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 7 replies </div>

Vivien 2007-03-03T04:48:23Z Hipknow-Heidi http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/6a7207ef-5af9-46f1-b4c6-4bf6705a6a1d 2007-02-27T05:39:18Z 2007-02-21T18:10:29Z

<div>Hello Everyone. I'll be at Gaskells with my camara once again. I was suppose to work that night, but then go cut. I just wanted to let you know if you really want a picture of yourself feel free to ask me to take one of you. I try to take as many as I can get during brakes, but it's impossible to get everyone during the night. I'll be the one wearing a crown of stars and hearts on my head. See you all there! </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 7 replies </div>

Hipknow-Heidi 2007-02-21T18:10:29Z Elemirion http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ccceecef-34eb-4c5e-aa1a-3dacac89e97f 2007-02-23T00:14:10Z 2007-01-24T03:07:37Z

<div>Does anyone know where I can find a copy of this dance. I need both the dance instructions and to find a copy of music that can be listened to. <br/> <br/>This is for a friend who is currently residing in Hawaii, so I can't just tell him to come to Gaskell's and learn it, but I think he is trying to learn it so he can dance it next time he can get to the bay area. <br/> <br/>Thanks in advance!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 15 replies </div>

Elemirion 2007-01-24T03:07:37Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/54f7c459-b30b-4006-abe0-4f3841346d74 2007-02-16T02:59:09Z 2007-02-16T02:59:09Z

<div>Alan Winston will call and Across the Pond (Dick Bagwell, Alan Lochhead, <br/>Jody and Colette Veahman) will play for an evening of community dancing. <br/> <br/>The dances will be the same kind of set dance that you get at Gaskell (and <br/>we may do Strip the Willow or Roger de Coverly, but also other easy dances <br/>you probably haven't seen, like Nottingham Swing or Demon's Rant.) <br/> <br/>No brainbenders, and these dances will typically run fairly short - you're not <br/>stuck with your set for fifteen minutes. <br/> <br/>There'll be some polkas and waltzes and schottisches interspersed, but it's <br/>not like Gaskell with one set dance to 8 couple dances; there's lots of set <br/>dances. Many of the dances are Victorian in origin but this is a modern day event - <br/>wear comfortable clothes and danceable shoes. <br/> <br/>See the flyer: http://www.liveavatar.com/ceilidh <br/> <br/>The band is Across The Pond. They're deeply interested in the English <br/>folk tradition, and will be playing tunes from the English countryside - <br/>polkas, reels, waltzes, and a few jigs. Very different from the classical style <br/>tunes that the Regency group plays. Members of Across The Pond play for <br/>Deer Creek Morris and Bufflehead Morris. They'll give punchy, driving tunes <br/>that get your heart rate up. <br/> <br/>Next Friday, February 23d, at Humanist Hall in Oakland, 8:00 pm. <br/>(Keep reading for details) <br/> <br/>Community dance (also called "barn dance" or "ceilidh") is a dance style <br/>from Great Britain that lets you dance not just with your partner of the <br/>moment but with an entire room of happy people. Alan Winston will lead <br/>the dancing, with live music from the Berkeley band Across The Pond. <br/>Comfortable waltzes and easy group dances. Beginners welcome, all dances <br/>taught and called, casual dress -- wear comfortable shoes. You don't need <br/>to bring a partner. Dancing accessible for children 8 years old and over. <br/>Admission $10, $5 for students/low-income/kids. Family and group discounts <br/>available. <br/> <br/>When: Friday, February 23rd, 8 p.m. <br/>What: Community Dance Party <br/>Who: Alan Winston, performing with the band Across the Pond <br/>Where: Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, Oakland, CA 94 <br/>Info: 650-365-2913, http://www.liveavatar.com/ceilidh </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2007-02-16T02:59:09Z Alan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/f4ce6749-61c5-4ead-b175-42403e6243c1 2007-02-13T02:28:23Z 2007-02-13T02:28:23Z

<div>The Bay Area English Regency Society (BAERS) <br/>&lt; www.baers.org > <br/>is pleased to present the Cyprians' Ball <br/>on SATURDAY, February 17, 2007 in San Mateo. <br/> <br/>Don't miss this year's best chance for flirtatious country dances and <br/>scandalous waltzes -- everything taught and called by dancing master Alan <br/>Winston with music by the Divertimento Dance Orchestra under the direction of <br/>James Langdell. <br/> <br/>SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2007 <br/> <br/>at the <br/> <br/>SAN MATEO MASONIC LODGE <br/>(San Mateo) <br/>100 N. Ellsworth, at Tilton <br/> <br/>Doors open 7:30 <br/> <br/>The ball starts with "Congress of Vienna" at 8:00 <br/>$15 in advance (by 2/14) <br/>$20 at the door <br/> <br/>Scandalous early-1800s costume - the era of "Pride and Prejudice" - admired <br/>but not required. (Georgian is fine, too, and so is Victorian or modern.) (Dress festively - it's a ball!) <br/>No partner required. <br/> <br/>There'll be a mix of easy, flirtatious English country dances and a dozen free waltzes, plus <br/>"An Easy Competence" (taught) and "Congress of Vienna) twice. <br/> <br/>BAERS balls require no prior experience. (Admittedly, if you don't know how to <br/>waltz, you can't do the waltzes. But the English dances are taught from <br/>scratch, and range from easy to *really* easy.) <br/> <br/>If you're an experienced English dancer, expect no challenges, but enjoy easy, <br/>flirtatious, flowing dances with people who are happy to be there. These <br/>are very suitable evenings to which to bring previously non-dancing friends. <br/> <br/>For more information, call 650/365-2913, 510/465-0533, or visit <br/>www.baers.org (where you can download a registration form) <br/> <br/>Directions: From Highway 101, exit at 3d Avenue. Go west on 3d, turn right <br/>at N. Ellsworth. The temple is at the corner of N. Ellsworth and Tilton. <br/> <br/> <br/>(Note: "The Cyprian" was a Regency nickname for Aphrodite, Goddess of Love, who <br/>was associated with the island of Cyprus. Cyprians, then, were devotees of <br/>Aphrodite; in other words, courtesans, who held an annual ball to shop for new <br/>"protectors" who could keep them in good style. So there's an extra degree of <br/>flirtatiousness at the Cyprians' Ball.)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Alan 2007-02-13T02:28:23Z pixievision http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/80108f17-5947-4d15-a622-c7ce1796a224 2007-02-05T22:00:45Z 2007-02-02T17:24:10Z

<div>http://www.pixievisionproductions.com/gallery/edwardianball07</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 6 replies </div>

pixievision 2007-02-02T17:24:10Z scott http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/9c5b69ca-498d-4d6f-b057-936412a9d21e 2006-12-25T09:04:19Z 2006-12-22T19:12:26Z

<div>nce again, we are having a formal "New Year's Eve Waltz Ball" at the International House 2299 Piedmont Berkeley December 31, 2006. <br/> <br/>The theme this year is the "Camelot" Waltz. <br/> <br/>Also again, we are pleased to have the Brassworks band, one of the nation's best Vintage Dance Bands to play waltzes, polkas, and some tangos, latin and swing music from 9pm to 12:30 am. <br/> <br/>The Chevron Auditorium at the International House is a national historic landmark, built in 1927 and fully refurbished in the 1980's, with a 3,500 square foot hardwood floor and a beautiful social room. We will have a midnight Martinalli's toast and singalong as in years past. <br/> <br/>This is a fun friendly cheerful way to pass the New Year's Eve dancing in a beautiful hall to great music. And many people dressed formally. Your are welcome to dress comfortably too, if you want. <br/> <br/>Last year we saw about 250 dancing the night away. Great fun for all. <br/> <br/>NO partner required or expected. Many people arrive by themselves or with friends, and find dance partners. <br/> <br/>We will have light refreshments, including vegetable, fruit, cheese, and cold cut platters. <br/> <br/>There is a 3 hour crash course in Waltz, Polka,and Congress of Vienna from 7 to 10 pm on Tuesday December 26th at the First United Methodist Church 625 Hamilton Palo Alto 94301, upstairs in the Fellowship Hall upstairsl This class has been repeatedly requested, and we are pleased to offer this class just before the Ball. Cost is $15 for the three hours. <br/> <br/>The Ball tickets are $25 per person prepaid. There will be no tickets at the door. We have sold out the last 4 years. We are limiting attendance this year. <br/> <br/>Tickets can be paid online via paypal at www.fridaynightwaltz.com or directly to Scott Gamble P.O. Box 1555 Palo Alto CA 94302. <br/> <br/>more information, ScottFNW@pway.com <br/> <br/>There is lots of on street and UCB parking within two blocks. The UCB students are on break, hence lots of parking. <br/> <br/>pictures of previous Balls. <br/> <br/>danceslut.net/cgi-bin/album.cgi</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 6 replies </div>

scott 2006-12-22T19:12:26Z Hipknow-Heidi http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/4a8eb412-be70-4617-815a-429e94117dd4 2006-12-20T21:52:31Z 2006-12-19T10:02:44Z

<div>http://www.flickr.com/photos/87768028@N00/ <br/> <br/>If I took a photo of you and you are not here it's because: <br/> <br/>1. The pic came out too dark or too light <br/>2. There was too much red eye in the shot and couldn't get it out <br/>3. It was too fuzzy <br/> <br/>So my appologies... and hope you all enjoy. I took as many pictures as I could during the brakes. If for any reason you wish your picture to be taken off line just let me know. </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 21 replies </div>

Hipknow-Heidi 2006-12-19T10:02:44Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ac307ba1-765b-4fa9-9b2a-8c9b05f3eb98 2006-12-15T23:41:13Z 2006-12-15T16:31:20Z

<div>Gaskell's is this Saturday. Who's going to be there and do you have anything special planned? Are Dickensians coming over after Fair closes? I'm trying to gather up a carpool of people, but will probably know for sure on Saturday the final count. See you there!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 6 replies </div>

marianme 2006-12-15T16:31:20Z Bevan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/09d7c2ab-f8bd-4ba3-a2b9-0d73917e1afb 2006-12-07T04:08:57Z 2006-12-07T04:08:57Z

<div> Hay Kids, I'm coming up this weekend to shoot video for next years podcast project called DickensTV.com <br/> The goal is to show us as “a bunch of performers and participants that knows how to make fun of themselves." <br/> I need you to get with me with your silly yet innovative ideas. Call or email me this week and represent the fresh and fun group we need the public to see us as. <br/> if you want to see an example of how I cuts video for a project like this, go to <br/>http://web.mac.com/ibevan/iWeb/DickensTV/Dickens%20%20%20Podcast.html <br/>ibevan@mac.com <br/>951-662-2600 <br/> <br/>better yet, go to <br/>http://tribes.tribe.net/dickenstv <br/>and join the chat. <br/> <br/> Sincerely, Bevan</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Bevan 2006-12-07T04:08:57Z Hipknow-Heidi http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/53b2d646-56b5-4914-af3a-40c0a5c9506c 2006-11-09T19:58:29Z 2006-11-09T19:58:29Z

<div>Does anyone have a picture of me from the Halloween Gaskells? I know about 4 people who took my picture. I was wearing a multi colored sequen shawl with a gold shimmery skirt and green black corset ;-). <br/> <br/>Thanks, <br/> <br/>Heidi </div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Hipknow-Heidi 2006-11-09T19:58:29Z wee_red_lass http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/06fae97a-ecb1-4320-892c-f2c6cb156800 2006-11-07T02:09:12Z 2006-11-07T00:52:04Z

<div>Hi, <br/>I'm looking for a new hoopskirt to wear to Dicken's Faire this year... my old one is a bit bent out of shape. Does anyone have a decent quality one they would like to sell? <br/>Thanks!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 3 replies </div>

wee_red_lass 2006-11-07T00:52:04Z Vivien http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/2b50a048-3924-4519-911f-a88aed963ce2 2006-11-06T20:59:26Z 2006-11-02T00:06:50Z

<div>Photos on Flickr: <br/>http://flickr.com/photos/vivien_misc/sets/72157594356323841/ <br/> <br/>Sir Roger de Coverly on Youtube: <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ky8pQNEcak8 <br/> <br/>Polka on Youtube: <br/>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZqZZoadhc84</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 1 reply </div>

Vivien 2006-11-02T00:06:50Z marianme http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/9e1dcb27-1cbd-4bf1-89b2-4541f2886da8 2006-10-31T22:30:34Z 2006-10-19T23:47:07Z

<div>Does anyone have some gorgeous costume planned for October 28 Gaskell's and can't possibly keep the secret until then? Will there be a Scarlett an Rhett from "Gone With the Wind"? Victor, Victoria, and Corpse Bride Emily? Please tell -- or give us a hint!</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 36 replies </div>

marianme 2006-10-19T23:47:07Z laurie http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/788fecb7-e73f-48a9-9756-289e614ea4d0 2006-10-29T18:47:33Z 2006-10-29T18:47:33Z

<div>I have a small doll mask I made to match my venetian jester mask. Many of you saw the doll last night but she was missing her mask. Just as I got to the front door I noticed it was missing. I have not found it at home or in the car or on the walk from the car. If anyone sees or hears of a miniture mask being found please contact me. I'm hoping someone friendly picked it up but it didn't show up at the lost and found. It never even made it into the building :( <br/> <br/>Photos of missing item is up in my gallery. <br/></div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

laurie 2006-10-29T18:47:33Z kendrakatz http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/582fa7ef-3dfb-4b78-8c63-511995fc5582 2006-10-20T06:36:58Z 2006-10-19T16:41:52Z

<div>when is the next gaskells? <br/> <br/>thanks :)</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 2 replies </div>

kendrakatz 2006-10-19T16:41:52Z Bevan http://gaskells.tribe.net/thread/ba5122af-4d83-4627-bdc3-097d30aca4ce 2006-10-20T06:24:22Z 2006-10-20T06:24:22Z

<div>Post your ability to drive fellow Dickenights to the The Great Dickens Christmas Fair. <br/>Post your ability to host a house sleep over for fellow Dickenights on the weekends. <br/> <br/>http://tribes.tribe.net/ride2share4dickens <br/> <br/> Contessas pooper scooper</div> <div> posted in <a href="http://gaskells.tribe.net">Gaskells</a> - 0 replies </div>

Bevan 2006-10-20T06:24:22Z