Stand up & Cheer!
Welcome back to class! All venues are back this February!

A Year of Great Change
We would like to welcome all our new students who have joined us this month.
In our last newsletter we promoted plenty in store for 2016. We’ve kept one foot on the pedal to keep improving and bring the latest to you.

In this issue
Plumpton Shake the Shack Social
50s RocknRoll Prom
The Hellcat III 13 Feb/Summer City Rumble 14 Feb
It’ our 25^th Birthday Year
Charleston Challenge
Courses
New Venue Emu Plains
Katoomba Short Course in March
Central Coast, Stockton & Wollongong classes back
Dance’n’Dine
Ladies Hair Workshop
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APPLAUSE!
Thank you to the dancers who supported the Kincumber Double Header. Management was overwhelmed and they are planning a second event in April. Also, a special thanks to those who came along to Canton Beach Australia Day Celebrations at such notice. Janet was grateful for your efforts.

Shake the Shack
This year we are introducing Social Dance Parties at Plumpton.
Come along to our First Social Night “Let’s Shake the Shack”
Thursday 25 February 6.30pm More details to come

50s RocknRoll Prom
Morriset Country Club is the place to be  with Voodoo Rhythm Shakers and DJ Vinnie on Sat 7 May at 7pm.

The Club has a long history of RocknRoll and Rockabilly and it’s only fitting to bring the Prom to this venue. We have secured a few allocated spaces for classic cars at the front
entrance in the staff and director carpark. Limited spots available. Please book your spot to avoid disappointment.

Valentines Weekend Gig
Central Coast 
Sat 13 Feb Diggers at the Entrance with Hellcat III
Sun 14 Feb Summer City Rumble The Entrance Memorial Park
City Slickers
Sat 13 Marrickville Bowling Club Hi Boys & Rock Cat Rock

25^th Birthday Bash
We will be going off with a bang in 2016!
Save the date 30 July 7pm
The Central Coast Leagues Club for our Quarter Century Birthday!
Welcoming all Students and Friends!
Coupled up with 2 bands! “Rockabilly’n’Swing” to entertain everyone!
And our theme is a“Mask Party”
More news to follow next month

Charleston Challenge Sat Feb 6
Join the Charleston Challenge at the Hydro Majestic in the Blue Mountains. Calling all
fellow dancers to the Hydro Majestic and dress up in the Roaring 20’s.  Let’s see if we can break the World Record and bring it back to Oz.

Courses
All venues will be back from Monday 1st February.
Reminder new venue for Emu Plains is the Emu Plains Public School 13 Emerald Street

For our complete timetable please click on Lessons link

Also coming to Katoomba a 5 week short course starting Tuesday March 1st

Ballroom/Latin Classes
Every Thursday night at Camden RSL beginning Thurs 4 Feb with Bachata

What’s the next big thing?
Putting Central Coast back on the Map!!
WANTED!!! dancers!!!
What’s the catch, there is none! You’ve asked for it and we’ve got it! Rockabilly and Swing bands. More social events, more choice of bands, more dancing. We need your support. We have been offered a couple of venues to run events Fri/Sat nights and Sunday afternoons.
Keep your eyes peeled on Facebook and your email box.

50s Dance’n’Dine
Expression of Interest for a 50s Dance’n’Dine Party.
We are proposing to swap one of our Long Jetty Socials to the American Diner at The Entrance .

Eli the Manager has offered us a menu at $30 per head (adults) to include a 2 course meal and $6 children’s meal and the venue will be closed to the public for us dancers all night from 6.30pm .
Please email me your interest.   This is opened to all dancers. Plenty of dance floor! Bookings essential with deposit. There is a minimum required.

Ladies Hair Workshop
Ever wanted to learn or perfect the 40s/50’s hairstyles?
Keep Saturday 27 February free
Details to follow

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See you on the dance floor
Hipsters & Twisters

Get your game face on! It’s the New Year! Its DANCE time!
Happy New Year Folks! Get up & Dance! Make it Happen in 2016!

Here at Blue Suede Shoes Dance School we are celebrating our 25^th year and we
have added NEW courses, NEW formats and more socials to kick start the year, but still keeping your old favourites.
Waste no time, get in quick & grab your spot and don’t forget to take advantage of our
HOT offers. More mates, Cheaper rates!
We are looking forward to getting back on the dance floor!
This is a big issue, so put your feet up, prepare that cuppa and read on!

KEEPING YOU IN THE KNOW THIS ISSUE
– New Courses
– Upcoming Events
– New Location for Emu Plains
– Keeping you in the know
– Kids on the Move
– Video Subscriptions
– Out & About
– Back to School Recap
– Saying for the Month Walt Disney

THAT MOMENT WHEN YOU GO BACK TO DANCE AFTER A LONG BREAK!

COURSE OUTLAY
Shaking it up this year with our  4 & 5 week courses that start the first week of each month and rotating styles every month between Charleston/Swing/Lindy Hop/Jive/
Rockabilly/RocknRoll/St Louis Shag/Ballroom. Please take note of new times at some of the locations and please note new venue for Emu Plains.
BEGINNERS:  We recommend you complete two months of Beginners Level 1 before
moving to next level. We recommend beginners to start in week 1 or week 2 of the course.
INTERMEDIATE & ABOVE – Dancers at this level are welcome to drop in any of our courses throughout the year.

For more detailed information regarding our courses times and locations please
visit Lesson Page. Below are the start dates for each location.

CAMDEN RSL – Monday 18 January
CONCORD – Wednesday 20 January
PLUMPTON – Thursday 21 January – new times
EMU PLAINS – Monday 1 February *new venue
STOCKTON RSL – Monday 1 Feb – new format
LONG JETTY – Tuesday 2 Feb – new times
GOSFORD – Wednesday 3 Feb – new times
CAMDEN RSL – Thursday 4 Feb –  Ballroom TBC
WOLLONGONG – TBC

EMU PLAINS VENUE
Please note we have a new venue for Emu Plains and we will commence Monday 1st February. This year we will be moving to Emu Plains Public School Hall situated at 13-17 Emerald St, Emu Plains.  Beginners RocknRoll 7.15pm & Swing/Charleston at 8.15pm

KEEPING YOU IN THE KNOW
There are exciting times ahead and as always our Events will be bigger and better!
Have your diaries ready!  Please SAVE THE DATES.. (click on image)

KIDS ON THE MOOVE
Our Dance School was founded on the young ones and we still feel strongly about bringing awareness to this age group. Teaching them the happy dances of  RocknRoll and Lindy Hop!  Classes will commence at Long Jetty on Tues 2 February and Plumpton 4 February.
Please spread the word! Boys and girls from 5 years to 15 years.

SAYING OF THE MONTH 

VIDEO SUBSCRIPTIONS
Looking to recap classes or get that extra lesson away from class.  Our video subscription is available once again for $40, less than $1 a week.
Email us for more details bluesuedes@hotmail.com

OUT AND ABOUT
Remember to keep in touch on our Facebook Pages and visit our Gig Guide & Events pages for all social events and places to dance on the weekend. Catch us next week on
Saturday 16 January at the Lady Luck Festival at Carrington Hotel in Katoomba and then join us Sunday 17 January at Kincumber Hotel from 2pm for an afternoon of Rockabilly with Hellcat III & Voodoo Rhythm Shakers.  Support your clubs and venues.

BACK TO SCHOOL RECAP
The Class of 2015! Another Awesome night! Thanks to the Cruising Deuces & Dj Vinnie.
FANTASTIC performances by the Swing Katz, Bratz Pack and Happy Feet and all our
students who participated in the Christmas Routine.
Congratulations to all our winners!
Student of the Year (Dux of the Year) – Lee Holt
Couple of the Year – Sue Wells & Don Jones
Junior of the Year – Phoenix Williams
Encouragement Award – Jaiden Holt & Sienna McMullen
Life Time Award – Jim Boyd
Highest Achievers – Jonathan Bell & Liz Stride

From the Desk
Anna & Justin

Summer Loving is just around the Corner and with that comes Christmas!
What a Year!!
The Festive season caps off a year of fun for Blue Suede Shoes Dance School!
We are approaching the Christmas and we would like to wish all our students, friends and families a very Happy & safe Christmas. We have had another wonderful successful year and it’s been a blessing to meet so many new dancers and have the support of so many loyal followers. Thank you to everyone who supported our Events this year and danced their way on to one of our studio floors!

Reflecting back this year at one of our busiest years yet; starting with The Prom,
A Day at the Races, WSDC 2015, Chromefest Sock Hop and there is still one more event – the upcoming Back to School Party.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our staff, volunteers and assistants who have helped in 2015. We cannot provide the service without them. I am truly grateful to each and every one of them.

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Let’s begin in This Issue:
*Christmas Message
*Back To School Christmas Party
*Newcastle Picnic
*Closure Dates
*Stockton Social
*Gift Vouchers
*Coming up in January

Back to School Christmas Party
Fri 11 December at Parramatta RSL
Who will be Dux of the Year?
Join us for a relaxing fun night with the Cruisin’ Deuces at DJ Vinnie. The Students will be unveiling their Swing Christmas Routine on the night!
Siobhan Ford Photo booth will be their capturing all the fun times.

We will have prizes for the best dressed table so don’t forget to bring along decorations. Nibbly’s for your table welcomed.  Grab the last handful of tickets Now!

Gift Vouchers – Our Gift Vouchers are now available from as little as $50. They can be redeemed for Lessons, Dance Tuition DVDs or for any of our upcoming events.

Newcastle First Pinup Picnic
This Sunday 6 December at the Croatia Sports Club Park Wickham from 10am join in the fun and festivities of a Summer picnic.

Stockton RSL Christmas Social  – Monday 7 December is our last night at Stockton and we will be celebrating in true Christmas Spirit with DJ Vinnie.
Do come and bring along your Christmas Cheer and join us with DJ Vinnie from 6.30pm $7

 Venue Closure dates
Please take note of our closure dates at each venue below. These dates will be the last night for lessons.  Come along bring a plate and some Christmas Cheer!
Resume dates will be posted in January Newsletter and on our Facebook page.
Gosford – Wed 2 Dec
Stockton -7 Dec
Long Jetty – 8 Dec
Plumpton – 10 Dec
Concord – 16 Dec
Camden – 7 Dec
Emu Plains – 14 Dec

Coming up in JANUARY
Lady Luck Festival
The Annual Lady Luck Festival is back on 15-16^th January
at the Carrington Hotel Katoomba.

What’s New in 2016?
Blue Suede Shoes Dance School 25^th Birthday!  Keep Watch

Retro Festival Survey
We have been asked for our feedback and to pass this on to all our students and we would be grateful if you can take this short survey.
click here

Sayings
There will be no Saying this issue instead find the time to reflect on the year that’s been and come up with 5 wonderful memories
A year to remember and here’s why….
Jot down your 5 memories of 2015

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Hi & Welcome to all our New Readers!
Get your dose from this month’s issue
1. Melbourne Cup Social Long Jetty Venue
2. Christmas Party Back to School Theme
3. Final New Courses
4. Ladies Afternoon High Tea
5. Long Jetty Street Festival
6.  Save the date 2016
7. Closure Dates
8. Saying

KIDDIES CLASS LONG JETTY
Our kiddies class at Long Jetty now has more boys than girls.  We are looking for new enrolments in the 8 -15 year age bracket.  Please spread the word.  We want to continue to keep the boys interested.

MELBOURNE CUP SOCIAL
Let’s Horse Around this Melbourne Cup Tuesday 3 November
Long Jetty Senior Citizens Hall 6.30pm BYO
$7 at the door
Please note there will be no dance classes this coming Tuesday.   The social will replace classes.  Everyone welcome

BACK TO SCHOOL
Get those Uniforms pressed and ready it’s Back to School theme for our end of year Christmas Party.  It will be held at Parramatta RSL on Friday 11 December at 7.30pm.  We are looking forward to Cruising Deuces and DJ Vinnie.  Tickets on sale at our venues or simply email bluesuedes@hotmail.com to book your seat.

FINAL NEW COURSES
We are winding down for the year and below are the final dance lessons
CAMDEN RSL THURSDAY – Cha Cha 5 November 7.30pm
LONG JETTY TUESDAY – Cha Cha Tuesday 10 November 6.45pm
GOSFORD WEDNESDAY – Tango 25 November 7.35pm
CONCORD WEDNESDAY – Lindy Hop/Charleston 4 November 7pm
EMU PLAINS – MONDAY – New Vogue
STOCKTON – MONDAY – Rockabilly & Swing

LADIES AFTERNOON HIGH TEA
One of a Kind Clothing are hosting their first High Tea on Sunday 22 November at 2pm
The Lakes House , 1 Oakland Ave, The Entrance
The event is a fundraiser for White Ribbon.
Frock up and come along enjoy the afternoon in the wonderful ambience of the Lake House.
We will have Fashion Tips, Hair & Make up Demonstration we will also have to give away!  Bookings by email oneofakindstore@hotmail.com

LONG JETTY STREET FESTIVAL
Something for the guys and the rest of the  amily to do while the Girls are at the High Tea.
What things do you like at a festival?!
Sun Nov 22nd 12pm – 7pm  Thompson St LONG JETTY

SAVE THE DATES 2016
These dates are confirmed for the first half of the year.
We will also be celebrating our 25th Birthday.  Details will be announced in January.
Annual Prom  – Sat 7 May
Christmas in July Central Coast Leagues Club – Sat 30 July
WSDC Dance Championships – Sat 13 August

LAST LESSON FOR CENTRAL COAST/NEWCASTLE
Stockton RSL Monday 7 December
Long Jetty Tuesday 8 December
Gosford Wed 9 December

COMING UP

SAYING

ROCKTOBER!!!
It’s October and that means it’s time to ROCK!
Check into one of our Spring Classes this month and spread the word around.
Congratulations to all our newcomers for taking the first step we would like to
Welcome you all.

DON’T FORGET
Daylight Savings begins this weekend – don’t forget to set clocks 1 hour forward
before bed this Saturday night.

BACK TO SCHOOL CHRISTMAS PARTY
Did you know there’s only 10 weeks remaining before our Christmas Party?
This year’s end of year Christmas Party will be held at Parramatta RSL on Friday 11 December at 7.30pm with a Back to School Theme. Tickets are available now at all our venues or just simply email me. Each year the Student Participation Routine has been a great success. During October and November we will commence the Student Routine at all venues and we would like to see as many students join in.

CHROMEFEST
Chromefest is only 4 weeks ago. Students from our studio will be dancing on the Sails Stage and the Swing Katz will be on the main stage.  Blue Suede Shoes will be hosting the Chromefest Sockhop at Long Jetty Hall on Saturday 24 October. Please note the Sockhop is SOLD OUT! There will be soft drinks and bottled water on sale. Nibblys welcomed.

ONE OF A KIND CLOTHING
We will have a stall opposite the Sails Stage in our usual spot Friday to Sunday during Chromefest. We have new, preloved Rockabilly/Swing and Vintage clothing for men and women. Lots of great bargains please drop in and say hello.

LADIES HIGH TEA FASHION DAY 22 Nov 2pm
One of a Kind will have its first Ladies High Tea Fashion Day on Sunday 22 November at The Lake House The Entrance at 2pm.   The High Tea will be a fundraiser for White Ribbon Week. We have 25 seats available.  There will be best dressed prizes and Pinup Fashion tips and hair makeovers plus a delicious High Tea.  Support this worthy cause. Please advise us your interest by return email.
Please join our Facebook invite page.  Costings etc to come.

MEDALS DAY
Sunday 8 November is Medals Day at Telarah Bowling Club. We encourage all students young and young at heart to come along and begin your medal program or continue with the next level. Medals for Blue Suede Shoes Students are $35. Please see Anna re Medals Nomination Forms. Spectators welcomed.

GIG GUIDE
Don’t forget to check our Gig Guide every Wednesday for the upcoming weekend dances. You may also see updates on our Facebook Group Page.

LIKE US on Facebook for all class updates.
Please note Blue Suede Shoes has 2 Facebook Pages. One is dedicated to events and gigs and the other for daily class updates. Blue Suede Shoes 

DANCE TUITION DVDS
We have now filled our stock with Beginner/Intermediate Dance Instructions DVDs for all styles – RocknRoll, Rockabilly & Swing. These DVDs will be available at Chromefest and selected venues. If you wish to order a particular DVD please let us know by return email.

NEW COURSES
Let us show you how easy and FUN dancing can be! The following venues have upcoming new courses. Check Lessons Page for weekly updates.
Plumpton – 8th October Beginners RocknRoll 6.45pm & 15 October Cha Cha 8.30pm
Emu Plains – 28 September Beginners RocknRoll at 8.10pm
Camden RSL – 1st October Samba 7pm followed by Social Dancing
Concord – 23rd October Beginners Swing 7pm to be confirmed
Long Jetty – 27thOctober Beginners RocknRoll/Rockabilly 6.45pm Beginners Swing 7.35pm Expression of Interest at Long Jetty for a short course in Cha Cha – We have 2 couples interested at the moment. If there are any couples interested in Cha Cha please advise me.

MELBOURNE CUP AFTER PARTY
LONG JETTY SPRING SOCIAL has been moved to Melbourne Cup Day.  More information in the next few weeks. Best Dressed, Best Hat Prizes, Dancing & refreshments. $7 at the door.

VENUES OFF DURING THE FOLLOWING DATES
Please note Stockton RSL will be off Monday 5 October and Monday 27 October.
Emu Plains & Camden RSL will be OPEN Monday 5 October  long weekend but closed the following Monday 12 October.

McHAPPY DAY SAT 17 OCTOBER
HOW CAN YOU HELP & BE PART OF McHAPPY DAY?
ST MARYS BRANCH is looking for a portable dance floor, singer or band that can attract customers to the store. Saturday 17 October.
They are also looking for classic cars if you are available and able to assist please comment below and I will forward details to you.

SAYING FOR THE MONTH

WELCOME EVERYONE
Be ready to shake it up this Spring!
This month we are keeping you in the know with all the Spring Fever Events!
On the move, out & about is what our Spring News is all about!!

Kicking off this months News is our Spring Offers
4 week short courses at all our venues – Something for Everyone!
*Bring a Mate along and get a Cheaper Rate!
*2 for 1, repeat beginners for half price
*3^rd Lesson free is back at selected venues
*First lesson free for all  new enrolments when you purchase a 4 week block pass.

Short & Sweet Courses
31 Aug Emu Plains Beginners Quickstep
31 Aug Stockton Beginners Rockabilly & Swing
1 Sept Long Jetty Beginners Rockabilly & Beginners Swing
9 Sept Gosford Waltz Consolidation
3 Sept Plumpton Beginners Rockabilly & Beginners Swing
3 Sept Camden RSL Beginners Salsa
21 Sept Camden RSL  Beginners Rockabilly & Beginners Swing
23 Sept Concord Beginners RocknRoll
Please register by email or text
Check our Lessons page for more details on times and addresses

Chromfest Sockhop
Chromefest Sockhop is SOLD OUT!
We will have bottled water & soft drinks for sale on the night.
Plenty of car parking front & back of the of Hall with easy access.
BYO Nibbles & snacks welcomed.
Chromefest Brochures will be available at all venues next week.

Back to School End of Year Christmas Party
This year our Christmas Party will be held on a FRIDAY 11 December.
We were unable to secure a Saturday night in December.
Our theme will be Back to School.  Come dressed in theme!

We have the awesome Cruisin Deuces performing with DJ Vinnie.
Enrol now for our Student Participation Christmas Routine.
This will suit any of our students from Beginner 2 Level and up.
Each year this is the highlight of the night.
So please be sure to enrol.

WSDC 2015
What a huge day! Our biggest and most talked about event to date!
We are pleased and very grateful to announce one of our sponsors will be back in 2016.
Argyle Estate Business Brokers will be one of our major sponsors.

If you didn’t order your photos from Siobhan Ford Designs its not too late.
Visit the link below and contact Siobhan to purchase the highlights for only $20.
Save the date for 2016 – Sat 13 August!
Visit the link to check out the photos.
https://www.facebook.com/thewsdc

SLX Sydney Lindy Exchange
Be part of the special event. 3 days of non stop dancing, workshops, & partying.
Don’t forget the Art Deco Dance at Petersham Town Hall on the Saturday night including the Australian Swing Dance Championships. Pontus & Isabella international guest teachers will also be performing.
Visit the link below for all details.
http://www.sydneylindyexchange.com

Boogie Woogie Workshops
And if you want to get ya boogie on. Enrol in the Boogie Woogie workshops with Pontus & Isabella on Sat 19 September. Starting with a Beginners Session and working your way up. Each workshop $45 or $90 for the full day.
The Workshops will be held at
Concord Presbyterian Hall, Cnr Concord Rd & Correys Ave, North Strathfield

SPRING DANCE PARTY
The next Spring Dance will be held at Long Jetty on in October. Watch next months new for more details.  Check email box and Facebook as the date approaches for more details.

Courtesy Calls
Please check in with us by text, email or Facebook if you are unable to get to your private lesson or classes.  If you are going on holidays just drop us an email or please advise your class teacher.

Gig Guide
Our Gig Guide is posted on the Website every  Wednesday and can also be found on our Group page.  Please be sure to check it out and add any event we may have missed.
Gig Guide Link

 Scholarship Program
Exciting News for our Kiddies Classes!
Details Coming Soon!!

SAYING FOR THE MONTH
Let your SMILE change the world,
Don’t let the world change your SMILE

Welcome to all our new students! 
We are at the end of another month and the countdown to Spring begins!
Yes it’s only weeks away…  We have so much on before then.
Be sure to have your diaries ready and take note of our New Courses, Events and please note some of our venues are having breaks during August to recharge and be ready for the last quarter of the year!

SAY WHAT? It’s our BIRTHDAY!

5th August marks Blue Suede Shoes Dance School 24th Birthday!
And what wonderful memories we have had, not to mention the great friends we have made along the way! Congratulations to all of my Staff & Assistants.  I’m extremely blessed to be surrounded by passionate and enthusiastic staff.
Cake All round at our venues in the first week of August!
You can knock me down, Step on my cake,
But don’t step on my Blue Suede Shoes!

Also celebrating 20 years of Lindy Hop in Australia!
The turning point for our studio was the Canberra Workshop in 1997 & we have never looked back!
We want to thank everyone who have come on to the dance floor in all those years and made it such a Happy Place for Happy Feet!
Thank you all so very much!!!!!  We have been truly blessed.

PLEASE NOTE  SOME OF OUR VENUES ARE TAKING A BREAK DURING AUGUST

We will be having a break at the following venues:
Emu Plains & Camden RSL – No classes 10 August.  Classes return the following week Mon 17 August
Plumpton off for 2 weeks – No classes 20th and 27^th August and will return 3 September
Stockton off for 2 weeks – No classes 17 August & 24 August and will return 31 August
Long Jetty – PLEASE NOTE Social on Tuesday 4^th August. Celebrating our 24^th Birthday/20 years of Lindy Hop.  Classes return 11 August.

Please note Concord, Gosford & Long Jetty will continue through August
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LEARN TO DANCE!!!

CHECK OUR NEW COURSES IN AUGUST & Don’t forget to register
Long Jetty NEW Rockabilly, RocknRoll, Swing  course courses start 25 Aug
Gosford – Mambo /Rumba continues every Wednesday through August 7.35pm

Emu Plains – New Swing Beginners Course starts Monday 17 August 8pm

Concord – NEW Swing Beginners Course starts Wednesday 19 August 7pm

Camden RSL Thursday 6 August Waltz 7pm

Plumpton
NEW RocknRoll, Swing and Cha Cha Courses start 3^rd September and
Just for Kids – Back 3^rd September 5.30pm
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Western Sydney Dance Championships 2015 Parramatta RSL
Spectactor Tickets on Sale Now Over 100 seats sold.
To purchase your ticket please email bluesuedes@hotmail.com.  We accept credit card and bank deposit for your convenience.
Trophies and Program have been finalised. The Doors will open at 9am for all spectators and competitors. There will be Ushers there to assist you. All prepaid tickets have reserved tables.
We have Rockabilly Express & Charlie Stones Shoes and Siobhan Ford Photography will be capturing all the action of the day.

SLX IS BACK!
Sydney Lindy Exchange is back on 11-13^th September.
Dancing, Workshops, Bands, International Guests, Great city venues, Dance competition, PJ Party.
For more details please visit website

A DAY AT RACES HIGHTLIGHTS
Still Riding High from our Christmas In July Event!
Thank you for the wonderful feedback and to everyone who came along and supported this event. Once again it was an evening of fun and a touch of elegance. The Photo booth was a hit and the Horse Races were so much fun.
Thank you for the donations to the Salvation Army and for everyone who helped before and after the event. We really appreciate your enthusiasm.
A picture tells a thousand words and the photos sure prove this!
To purchase your photos please email siobhan@siobhanforddesigns.com
For all those who purchased their photos you should have received them in your inbox. To view the photos please check the following link.

CHROMEFEST SOCKHOP
The first 100 tickets have been SOLD and we have just released a further 50 Sockhop Tickets. Please book by emailing bluesuedes@hotmail.com. You may purchase tickets over the phone by credit card or bank deposit for your convenience.

ONE OF A KIND CLOTHING
We are now collecting consignment stock for Chromefest Weekend. If you have anything you wish to contribute please email oneofakindstore@hotmail.com and we will issue you a consignment form to fill. We welcome accessories, vintage clothing, preloved or new Rockabilly/Swing Clothing, and shoes.

END OF YEAR CHRISTMAS PARTY 
End of Year CHRISTMAS PARTY will be held at Parramatta RSL on Friday 11 December! This year’s theme is BACK TO SCHOOL.

BOOGIE WOOGIE WORKSHOP INTERNATIONAL TEACHERS 19 SEPTEMBER
If you missed out on the Introduction Boogie Woogie Workshop. We have international guest teachers Pontus Persson & Isabella Gregorio coming in September and workshops for all levels to be held at the Concord Venue. Stay tuned for more details.

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SAYING
When you learn – you teach,
when you get – you give.
Maya Angelou

Thank you  from Anna, Justin & the Team

Looking for ways to stay WARM this Winter?
Warm up with our TOO DARN HOT classes
Check out the venues below for all NEW COURSES commencing next week.

NEW Venue starting at Xago Bar in Lane Cove

 Rock till ya drop RocknRoll course begins at Lane Cove Thurs 16 July 7pm

ROCK THIS TOWN at Concord Venue with NEW ROCKABILLY COURSE Wed 15 July

DANCE Like Fred & Ginger!!  4 Week Waltz Course at Emu Plains Monday 13 July

Rock & Swing your way through mid July at Long Jetty Tues 14 July
and Lastly Mambo/Rumba class at Gosford venue beings Wed 15 July 7.35pm

What’s roasting this Winter?
It’s may be School holiday time but Blue Suede Shoes is still open throughout
the holidays.
We have NEW courses to keep you warm and on the “GO” during the Winter months.
Did I mention I love what I do? Hitting the dance floor every weeknight teaching a great bunch of dancers from Sydney to Newcastle.
I know it’s cosy inside but Come on out and Burn the floor with us!

WANNA DANCE?  this month with the following new Courses at selected venues:
These classes are designed for absolute beginners and no partners are required.
Please register your interest by email

New Venue – Xago Bar Lane Cove RocknRoll starting on Thursday 16 July

Emu Plains Waltz Course Monday 13 July
Concord Rockabilly Lessons Wednesday 15 July
Long Jetty 3 new courses – RocknRoll Lessons, Rockabilly & Swing Lessons
Tuesday 14 July
Gosford – Foxtrot continues in July
Camden RSL – Quickstep 2 July
For all other ongoing lessons please visit our Lessons Page

Boogie Woogie Workshop 12 July
Come on dancers on your feet! Let’s dance to the boogie rhythm beat!!
Enrol now for the Beginners Boogie Woogie Workshop Sun 12 July at our Concord Venue.
2pm-4pm $20 per person

Day at the Races
GIDDY UP!!!
Preparations for our annual Christmas in July are underway. I would like to thank those who have donated raffle prizes. Also a big thank you to Marian Garner for her behind the scenes craft work and Lee Holt for his talented work preparing our scenes for the event. Our entertainment this year is the Lemon Squeezin’ Daddies with Pearl and Dj Vinnie as well as a performance by the Sydney Swing Katz. Please bring a donation for the Salvation Army Winter Appeal and come along dressed up in theme. There will be horse races, raffle prizes and best dressed!

WSDC NSW STATE TITLES 2015
Entries close 1^st July for this WSDC NSW STATE TITLES. If you missed out on sending your entry form through please email wsdc2010@hotmail.com.
A big thank you to our New Sponsors who have come on board for this year’s
Western Sydney Dance Championships. Without their support we cannot run this event.
Argyle Estate Business Brokers, Sandy Smith, All Shook Up, Suicide Glam, Paramount Trophies, Charlie Stones, Swing Out and Blue Suede Shoes Dance School.
All Updates see our Events Page WSDC 2015

Chromefest Sockhop 2015
Tickets for the Chromefest Sockhop are now on Sale and have been received well. Thank you for your support. We have No Brakes and Dj Brian Bean spinning the tunes. It will be held at the Long Jetty Hall once again and soft drinks and water will be on sale. Nibbly welcomed. To order your tickets simply email anna.bss@hotmail.com.  You may also find us on Facebook Chromefest Sockhop 2015

Upcoming
Sydney Lindy Exchange – SLX is back save the date 11-13 September.
We will keep you informed with teachers workshops, social nights etc over the next month.

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Blue Suede Shoes Dance School

Ps Don’t forget to check our weekly Gig Guide every Wednesday

SAYING…
In seed time we learn
In harvest we teach
in winter we enjoy William Blake

That’s how we Roll…
Anna & Justin

Welcome To our Apprentices and to our Masters!
For our newbies I do hope you are enjoying the recent discovery of dance for the first time and to our masters I’m confident you have grasped the art of your style and getting the hang of it!

Firstly Thank you to everyone who came along and made  our World Lindy Hop Social so muh fun! On 26 May we celebrated at our Long Jetty Venue and what a great turn out!  Here is our snap shot which has been sent to the Frankie Manning Foundation.

Secondly CONGRATULATIONS
If you are not on Facebook you may have missed the NEWS!
Congratulations to Jonathon & Liz, Andrew & Lynette for their 1^st and 2^nd place wins at the Victorian State Titles respectively. Yes NSW dominated! We are so proud of their efforts and hard work and wish them well at this year’s WSDC 2015 in August.
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MID YEAR COURSES – LET’S CHANGE IT UP A LITTLE Short Courses in JUNE

Drop us a line to ENROL at bluesuedes@hotmail.com

Gosford Wednesday Night 3 June
Foxtrot 7.35pm

Emu Plains Monday Night 15th June
8.10 – Beginners Salsa

Camden RSL Thursday Night 4 June
Cha Cha 7pm

NEW VENUE at Manly Thursday Night 4 June
Beginners Swing 7pm  &  Beginners RocknRoll 8.05pm

Concord Wednesday Night 17 June
Salsa 7pm
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Why be a wall flower? Our Social dance Parties are for everyone, that’s where the dancing begins for all levels. So stay tune for our next event. Don’t be shy, come out and meet up with everyone.

Stockton First Year Birthday Bash
It has come around so quickly! We have been at this venue for one year. Come celebrate our first year Birthday Bash which will be held on Monday 15 June at Stockton RSL with DJ Brian Bean at 6pm. How much you ask? $7 at the door. What’s a birthday party without a party hat! Bring along one of your favourite hats or create one for the occasion.
Just a reminder there are no classes at Stockton Mondays 1st and 8th June.

Don’t forget Revin Rockabilly is on Saturday 20 June. Blue Suede Shoes Dance School will be involved with dance demonstrations and One of Kind Clothing will have a stall at the event. Revin Rockabilly raises funds and awareness for the Sidskids Charity. So dig deep and support a worthy cause.

Day at the Races Event
And we’re off……Hearts a thumping and hooves a stompin’…
Take a punt and Witness the spectacle and thrills of our annual Salvation Army Winter Appeal Charity Event. There’s nothing quite like A Day at The Races!
Frock up and join us at Central Coast Leagues Club on Saturday 25 July.
Please don’t forget to bring any item of clothing, non perishable food items, Manchester or toiletries to donate to the Salvation Army.

Chromefest Sockhop 2015
It’s back! Same place! Same Time! It’s our Third Annual Chromefest Sockhop proudly bringing you No Brakes and DJ Brian Bean on Sat 24 October at Long Jetty Hall 6 Thompson Street, Long Jetty. Boasting the largest dance floor at The Entrance. BYO drinks and nibblys welcomed. Tickets on Sale Now for $15. Please note we accept credit cards and bank deposits for your convenience.

QUARTER CENTURY BIRTHDAY COMING UP NEXT YEAR
Did you know Blue Suede Shoes Dance School turns 24 years old on 5 August? Now that’s a reason to party!! And Next Year watch out for our Quarter century Birthday Event.

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WSDC 2015 presents THE NSW STATE TITLES
Become a Sponsor at this year’s Western Sydney Dance Championships. We are seeking businesses or individuals who would be interested in sponsoring an event. Please email me for Sponsorship forms and check out the benefits you may be rewarded with.

The WSDC NSW STATE TITLES will be held on Sat 15 August at Parramatta RSL. Spectators welcomed for a fun filled day. There will be social dancing throughout the day. Spectator Tickets will be on Sale mid June and entry forms are available now. Entries close 1^st July.

For all updates please check our Facebook page here
Stallholders Interest at WSDC– If you would like to have a stall at this year’s WSDC please email me at wsdc2010@hotmail.com

UPCOMING UP GIGS
6-8 Cooly Rocks On Long Weekend
6 June The Aston Martinis Camden RSL
11 June Si Cranstoun Cambridge Hotel Newcastle
12 June Si Cranstoun Manhattan Bowling Club Mascot
26 June  The Aston Martinis Penrith RSL
Don’t forget to like our Blue Suede Shoes Facebook Group page and keep up to date with the weekly Gig Guide, Events &Festivals https://www.facebook.com/groups/8431385828/

Saying
Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman- Coco Chanel

Video of the Month Collegiate Shag headed up by Stephen & Chanzie
http://streetswing.com/histmain/z3rock1.htm