From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Fri Mar 2 11:13:34 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Fri, 2 Mar 2018 11:13:34 +0000 Subject: [FF_Announce] Friday 2 March - bad weather In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: <07855a44-e77d-f288-769b-8e66c840cd68@fridayfolk.org.uk> Dear dancer, We are hoping to be open as usual tonight despite the snow. But the situation may still change. As usual, for up-to-date information, please check the website www.fridayfolk.org.uk. This is where we will post the definitive information about what is happening. The final decision will be made at 17:00 today. Stay warm, Bob From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Tue Mar 13 10:31:22 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Tue, 13 Mar 2018 10:31:22 +0000 Subject: [FF_Announce] Barrie Bullimore at Friday Folk 16 March In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: <487c87a6-3573-d245-f08b-1590e5059eb1@fridayfolk.org.uk> Dear Dancer, Just to let you know that we have a different caller at Friday Folk this week. Barrie Bullimore will step in to call the dances, as Dave Kerridge is unwell. We wish Dave a speedy recovery. Regards, Bob Barrett From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Fri Apr 6 15:23:03 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Fri, 6 Apr 2018 15:23:03 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] New Programme and Saturday Dance In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: Dear dancer, Please see details of our new programme and our Saturday dance on 21 April. I hope you can come along. Regards, Bob Barrett, Friday Folk New Programme ------------- Our summer programme starts today at Marlborough Road. 6 Apr Mike Bennett and Friday Folk Band 13 Apr David & Rebecca Capron and Spring Greens 20 Apr Suzanne Farmer 21 Apr Saturday Special at Samuel Ryder Academy with Charlotte Rich and Caperbility 27 Apr Dave Parsons 4 May Ivan Aitken and FF Band 11 May Club Callers 18 May Bob Lilley 25 May Closed 1 Jun Brenda Godrich and FF Band 8 Jun Patricia Donnithorne 15 Jun Beginners' night with Bob Barrett 22 Jun Ian Edlin and Spring Greens 29 Jun Cajun with Madeleine and Tim 6 Jul Colin Hume and FF Band 13 Jul Louise Siddons (USA) 20 Jul Bob Barrett 27 Jul Garden Dance with Spring Greens (phone for details) 17 Aug Evening BBQ (phone for details) To add these events automatically to your diary and receive regular updates, you can subscribe to our iCalendar feed here. https://fridayfolk.org.uk/ffprog.ics Saturday 21 April - Saturday Dance with Charlotte Rich and Caperbility ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The dance features some exciting new talent for what promises to be a lively evening. Charlotte Rich, the caller, is based in the West Midlands and has a wide experience in calling for ceildhs, contra, and Playford dances. For this dance she will be adding an American flavour and assures us of a fun-packed evening. Caperbility is the latest line-up of Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer. Vicki and Jonny effortlessly blend traditional material with contemporary sounds. Their performances include new interpretations of old melodies alongside original tunes and contemporary material. They are at home with any musical style - ceilidh, contra, Playford, barndance and polska. All are welcome, including beginners. Tickets are £9 on the door. At Samuel Ryder Academy, Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR. Saturday 21 April 2018 from 19:30 to 23:00. Details: Bob 01727 856508 From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Wed Apr 18 10:24:14 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Wed, 18 Apr 2018 10:24:14 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] This Saturday - Charlotte Rich and Caperbility in St Albans In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: Our next dance is this Saturday, 21 April, in St Albans. The dance features some exciting new talent and promises to be a lively evening. Charlotte Rich, the caller, is based in the West Midlands and has a wide experience in calling for ceildhs, contra, and Playford dances. On this occasion she will be adding an American contra dance flavour and assures us of a fun-packed event. Caperbility is the latest line-up of Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer. Vicki and Jonny effortlessly blend traditional material with contemporary sounds. Their performances include new interpretations of old melodies alongside original tunes and contemporary material. They are at home with any musical style - ceilidh, contra, Playford, barndance and polska. All are welcome, including beginners. Tickets are £9 on the door. At Samuel Ryder Academy, Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR. On Saturday 21 April 2018 from 19:30 to 23:00. Bob Barrett, Friday Folk 01727 856508 From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Fri Apr 20 12:18:19 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2018 12:18:19 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] Tomorrow - Charlotte Rich and Caperbility in St Albans In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: Our next dance is this Saturday, 21 April, in St Albans. The dance features some exciting new talent and promises to be a lively evening. Charlotte Rich, the caller, is based in the West Midlands and has a wide experience in calling for ceildhs, contra, and Playford dances. On this occasion she will be adding an American contra dance flavour and assures us of a fun-packed event. Caperbility is the latest line-up of Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer. Vicki and Jonny effortlessly blend traditional material with contemporary sounds. Their performances include new interpretations of old melodies alongside original tunes and contemporary material. They are at home with any musical style - ceilidh, contra, Playford, barndance and polska. All are welcome, including beginners. Tickets are £9 on the door. At Samuel Ryder Academy, Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR. On Saturday 21 April 2018 from 19:30 to 23:00. Bob Barrett, Friday Folk 01727 856508 From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Tue May 8 15:19:04 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Tue, 8 May 2018 15:19:04 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] More club callers needed for 11 May In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: <98654d6e-49c7-d1f2-556a-2a487bb40249@fridayfolk.org.uk> Hi, Friday 11 May is Club Callers night at Friday Folk. This is your opportunity to have a go at calling a dance (or two) in a friendly, supportive environment. Everyone is welcome to take part. If you're not sure what to do, have a chat with one of the committee. We can suggest suitable dances to try and offer some hints on calling techniques. You can find the full Friday Folk programme here http://www.fridayfolk.org.uk/ffprog.htm You can add events automatically to your online calendar by subscribing to this iCalendar link http://www.fridayfolk.org.uk/ffprog.ics Regards, Bob Barrett From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Thu Jun 7 21:15:54 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Thu, 7 Jun 2018 21:15:54 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] Forthcoming events In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: This Friday, 8 June, there is a change to the advertised programme. Wendy Harrup has kindly agreed to call the dances for us. I hope you can attend. The following Friday, 15 June, we have a special new members' evening with caller Bob Barrett. The dances will be fully explained so no experience is needed to join in. Please bring along anyone you know who might like to dance with us. There will also be a special guest appearance by Stanga Folk Dance Group from Sweden and musician Tania Simon. Best wishes, Friday Folk From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Thu Jun 21 21:36:36 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Thu, 21 Jun 2018 21:36:36 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] Programme change 29 June Dave Kerridge In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: <06680aab-42ea-970d-9145-fb8b552a26ea@fridayfolk.org.uk> There is a change to our advertised programme on Friday 29 June. Unfortunately, Madeleine has injured her knee. So instead of Cajun we will have English dancing with Dave Kerridge. I hope you can come along. Best wishes, Bob Barrett Friday Folk From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Thu Jul 26 12:18:15 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Thu, 26 Jul 2018 12:18:15 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] Garden Dance and BBQ Message-ID: <17c3de50-414c-7d23-e114-274d321c4f82@fridayfolk.org.uk> Hi Folks, The Friday Folk Garden Dance will be on Friday 27 July from 7:45pm at the usual address. (Please phone 01727 856508 if you're not sure where it is). Everyone is welcome. There's no need to bring anything but some people like to bring chairs and extra drinks. We'll be having various club callers and music from Spring Greens. The event will take place whatever the weather. If we can't dance outside we will just move indoors. The Friday Folk BBQ will be on Friday 17 August from 7:45pm at the same address. Again everyone is welcome and the event will take place whatever the weather. Friday Folk will provide basic barbecue fare of chicken, sausages and veggie burgers. Please feel free to bring along other items to share, such as, salads, side dishes and dessert. Extra chairs would be useful too. See you soon. Bob Barrett, Friday Folk From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Sun Aug 12 02:51:07 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Sun, 12 Aug 2018 02:51:07 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] New Programme starts 7 September In-Reply-To: <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: <00d5a367-bff2-87e6-42a9-f138450e11fa@fridayfolk.org.uk> Dear dancer, Please see details of our new programme and our Saturday dance on 20 October 2018. I hope you can come along. Regards, Bob Barrett, Friday Folk Autumn Programme ------------- 7 Sep Bob Barrett 14 Sep Rachel Bending and Friday Folk Band 21 Sep Colin Hume and Spring Greens 28 Sep Club callers and AGM 5 Oct David and Rebecca Capron 12 Oct Mike Bennett and Friday Folk Band 19 Oct Barrie Bullimore 26 Oct Bob Lilley 2 Nov Bob Barrett and Spring Greens 9 Nov Frances Oates 16 Nov Eileen's Birthday Party with Mark Elvins and Spring Greens 23 Nov Jane Pfaff and Friday Folk Band 30 Nov Anglo Scottish evening with Stephen Webb and Douglas Hedley 7 Dec Suzanne Farmer and Friday Folk Band 14 Dec Christmas Special with Wendy Harrup and Cloudburst 21 Dec Carol singing around St Albans (phone for details) Saturday 20 October 2018 - Saturday Special Dance with Geoff Cubitt, Mollie and Ali ---------------------------------------------------------------------- All are welcome, including beginners. Tickets are £9 on the door. At Samuel Ryder Academy, Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR. From 19:30 to 23:00. Details from Bob, 01727 856508. To add these events automatically to your diary and receive regular updates, you can subscribe to our iCalendar feed here. https://fridayfolk.org.uk/ffprog.ics From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Wed Aug 15 13:24:10 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Wed, 15 Aug 2018 13:24:10 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] Friday Folk BBQ 17 August Message-ID: <86f4859b-a7e0-9992-abc5-067e8e995a42@fridayfolk.org.uk> Hi Folks, The Friday Folk BBQ will be this Friday, 17 August, from 7:45pm at the usual address. (Please phone 01727 856508 if you're not sure where it is). Everyone is welcome and the event will take place whatever the weather. Friday Folk will provide the basic barbecue fare of chicken, sausages and veggie burgers. Please feel free to bring along other items to share, such as, salads, side dishes and dessert. It's pot luck - no planning required. Extra chairs might be useful too. I hope you can come. Bob Barrett, Friday Folk From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Mon Sep 17 10:29:45 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Mon, 17 Sep 2018 10:29:45 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] EM event Sun 23 Sep - A Country Hop Message-ID: <9334800a-79bd-cd2f-f9f5-b9ac5b0ea6bc@fridayfolk.org.uk> A Country Hop English Miscellany will host 'A Country Hop' on Sunday 23rd September at Bedmond Village Hall. It's an opportunity for social dancers to meet and share their favourite dances and music with others, along the lines of a Morris Ale. EM musicians will be on hand. Other musicians are very welcome too. You are invited to come and just enjoy taking part. Optionally, callers can bring along dances and musicians can bring tunes to share with others. If you use recorded music, please bring that and equipment to play it. Tea and cakes will be available later in the afternoon. There is no charge for this first event which EM hopes to make a regular occurrence. (You can make a voluntary contribution towards costs). It's from 2.30pm on Sunday 23rd September at Bedmond Village Hall, High Street, Bedmond, Abbots Langley, WD5 0QP. We would like to know numbers beforehand. If you would like to come please register by email to mike at heylin.com, indicating what dance and music you will be bringing. All are welcome, so come along and help us make this a success for social dance in the county. EM organiser - Mike Heylin OBE, 01442 255862, 07836 718187. From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Fri Oct 12 10:57:20 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Fri, 12 Oct 2018 10:57:20 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] Sat 20 October - Geoff Cubitt, Mollie and Ali in St Albans In-Reply-To: References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: Our next Saturday dance is on 20 October in St Albans. The caller is Geoff Cubitt, well known for his friendly calling style and his skill in making complicated moves seem simple for all dancers. Providing the music are Mollie Koenigsberger and Alison Ellacott, a highly experienced and talented duo on fiddle and accordion. They are sure to get everyone's feet moving. All are welcome, including beginners. Tickets are £9 on the door. At Samuel Ryder Academy, Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR. On Saturday 20 October 2018 from 19:30 to 23:00. Bob Barrett, Friday Folk 01727 856508 - http://www.fridayfolk.org.uk -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From info at fridayfolk.org.uk Wed Oct 17 16:39:18 2018 From: info at fridayfolk.org.uk (Friday Folk) Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2018 16:39:18 +0100 Subject: [FF_Announce] This Saturday - Geoff Cubitt, Mollie and Ali in St Albans In-Reply-To: References: <2888437f-df05-5a5f-2a30-c576bdbd73d1@fridayfolk.org.uk> <76262bed-9d62-3e22-df12-c0c3923d5fda@fridayfolk.org.uk> Message-ID: Our next Saturday dance is on 20 October in St Albans. The caller is Geoff Cubitt, well known for his friendly calling style and his skill in making complicated moves seem simple for all dancers. Providing the music are Mollie Koenigsberger and Alison Ellacott, a highly experienced and talented duo on fiddle and accordion. They are sure to get everyone's feet moving. All are welcome, including beginners. Tickets are £9 on the door. At Samuel Ryder Academy, Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR. On Saturday 20 October 2018 from 19:30 to 23:00. Bob Barrett, Friday Folk 01727 856508 - http://www.fridayfolk.org.uk