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May

May 2024 – Chips from the Woodshed

By Stewart Hall As many of you know, PCDC has started a new series called “The Woodshed.” The Woodshed series encourages new callers and musicians to practice their skills and provides a place for new composers and choreographers to present and test their creations. The Woodshed had its inaugural meeting at the end of February, …

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May

May 2024 – Footnotes Front Page

In this issue… From the Editor This month, we continue our web-based format. We are still in the development stages, but as a refresher, here are a few usage tips: More navigational aids (buttons for Print, Prev Article, and Next Article, for example) are in development. Please excuse our dust, and feel free to send …

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May

May 2024 – Inclusion and Caring on the Dance Floor

By Bryce Holt, Contra Committee Member, and Lori Shaffer, PCDC Newsletter Editor Hello contra community! In our continued goal of looping more people into an activity we love, let’s look at some ways we can increase feelings of inclusion and encourage the rapid learning of contra dance skills. Most, if not all, of these observations …

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Apr

May 2024 – Portland Megaband Dance a Success, Thanks to 140+ Volunteers

By Adrian Mickel, Contra Committee member   In the rhythm of love and joy, we extend our appreciation to all who made the Portland Megaband dance a victorious return to PSU! Thank you to the many volunteers who ensured that the night ran smoothly, greeting and directing dancers with warm smiles and keeping us hydrated at …

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Apr

May 2024 – Introducing PCDC’s New Community Standards and Code of Conduct

By Kathy Story, PCDC Board President I am excited to report that the PCDC board has approved a Code of Conduct and a statement of Community Standards. These guiding documents continue the important work accomplished by the previous board, who created a Mission, Vision, Values, and Goals statement for our organization and substantially revised the …

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Apr

2024-03 Board Meeting Summary

Board members Attending: Dave Colpo, Kathy Story, Lindsey Grayzel, Rick Kimball, Mark Swan, David Macemon, Sara Munz, Victor Fiore General Updates:

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2024-02 Board Meeting Summary

Board members Attending: Dave Colpo, Jody Odowick, Kathy Story, Ash Goren, Lindsey Grayzel, Rick Kimball, Mark Swan, David Macemon, Sara Munz General Updates:

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