April 9, 2016 Weekly Newsletter We had a nice crowd on our dance floor Saturday night. We even had a first time visitor join the club after taking her first beginner dance lesson. Welcome to the club, Barbara Robinson!

We so appreciate our front door greeters. Thanks to Yvette Studdard, Kathy Stowers, Debbie and Mark Hicks!

Thank you to our dynamic duo of Salt and Pepper (also known as Mike Williford and Ronnie Vaughn) for keeping the music flowing!

Split the Kitty Thank you to Janet and Steve Croft for selling split the kitty tickets.

Congratulations to Sharon Clark. She won the split the kitty raffle. She took home $110. Nice!

Member Lottery Tom Reilly would have won the member lottery in the amount of $83. Alas, he was busy camping and rock climbing. Maybe next time Tom! Next week’s member lottery amount will be $138.50. You must be present to win.

Basic I and Basic II Dancers Message from Rena Even though we are beginning to see the classes get smaller and smaller due to the daylight savings time and warmer weather approaching, we still had a good group in Basic I and Basic II this week. It happened again this week, we had 2 extra men in the Basic I class. Ladies, where are you? I can't thank you, Lara & Thom Bardugon and Yvette & Larry Studdard, enough for teaching the Basic I & Basic II this week. Jobs well done!! THANK YOU!!

Remember May is the last month of free classes until September. Those of you that are thinking about learning to Shag or just want to learn "new steps" before summer you need to put your dancing shoes on and come out to join us. Mark your calendars.............................

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PRIL 30th - line

dance class - RIVER WALTZ 6:00 pm

See you on the dance floor...... HAVE A GREAT DAY . . . . AND SMILE!

*****APRIL FREE LESSON SCHEDULE***** ALL LESSONS BEGIN AT 6:00 APR 16 Week #3: APR 23 Week #4:

BASIC I Triple Basic Apple Jack BASIC II

APR 16 Week #3: APR 23 Week #4:

Belly Roll

**DUCK WALK**

*APRIL 30th LINE DANCE-RIVER WALTZ* Watch for the “CHANGES MONTHLY” for BASIC II Week #4 Be sure and check our “WEEKLY UPDATE”, www.shagatlanta.com, For any changes to our schedule. Questions? Contact Rena Wood [email protected] 770-469-5422

Junior ShagAtlanta Update Bob Davis and Don Hicks passed out business cards containing information about the Junior ShagAtlanta group. They are asking each member to take two cards and give them out to encourage kids to attend the classes. Also, they are requesting donations to help with budget items.

Upcoming Junior ShagAtlanta Dates Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM April 16 May 7 May 21 June 4 June 18 No Junior Shag events will be held during July and August. Junior Shaggers are encouraged to attend the Junior SOS event in Myrtle Beach in July.

Upcoming ShagAtlanta Events April 30 June 18 June 27 July 2 August 20 November 20 December 1-3

Cinco De Mayo Celebration Jam Session Camp Sunshine Golf Outing July 4th Party Jam Session Jam Session Christmas Party

Saturday, March 12

Dancin’ On Depot Hartwell, Georgia's Downtown Development Authority is, once again, sponsoring Dancin' On Depot and we would love for you to join us!! Live music by "Still Cruzin' " stillcruzin.com Friday, June 24th Gates open at 6PM and music begins at 7PM Depot Street in downtown Hartwell $5/person Put on your dancing shoes and come join the dance crowd on Depot St! In addition to great live music we will have food and beverages for sale throughout the evening.

Saturday, April 30 Wear Your Favorite Mexican Costume!

Food Specials Chicken or Beef Nachos $7.95 Pitcher of Margaritas $15 Margarita $6

News from ShagAtlanta Golf Committee In order to provide these benefits to Camp Sunshine, we are hosting this event and intend to make it an annual tournament to raise money. Our main fundraiser this year will be the Camp Sunshine Golf Tournament. The event will be held on Monday, June 27, 2016 at The Providence Club Golf Course in Monroe, Georgia. At this time, we are seeking sponsors for the golf tournament. There are several different ways in which you can help. Hole-In-One Sponsor: Your name or logo will be prominently displayed on a sign on four holes on the golf course. Your name or logo will also be acknowledged throughout the tournament literature. Contributors are welcome to display a banner or set up promotional material on the sponsor tables. This sponsorship includes golf, breakfast, range balls, cart, lunch, door prizes and refreshments for a team of four players. The hole-in-one sponsorship is $500.00. Putting Contest Sponsor: Your name or logo will be prominently displayed on a sign on the putting green. Your logo or name will also be acknowledged throughout the tournament literature. Contributors are welcome to display a banner or set up promotional material on the sponsor tables. The hole sponsorship is $100.00. Door prizes: An additional way to help with the tournament is through the contribution of prizes for the tournament participants. Items such as golf equipment, towels, tees, golf balls, or any golf related items will be given out at the end of the tournament, and the donors will be acknowledged. Monetary Donation: We will gladly accept any donations for Camp Sunshine.

With your help, we can contribute a gracious amount towards sending a child or children to summer camp. Please fill out our sponsorship form completely with your choice of sponsorship. Be sure to include your company’s name, address, phone number, and website information. We greatly appreciate any and all help you can give us. Thank you in advance for your time. Sincerely, Shag Atlanta Golf Committee

CAMP SUNSHINE GOLF VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! O.K. So you want to support

but you don’t play Golf; No Worries Mate.

We are asking for volunteers to help with the tournament by assisting with Registration, Raffle Ticket Sales, Mulligan Ticket Sales, Stuffing Goodie Bags, Marking Items for Door Prizes, Driving Beverage Carts, Spotting Holes where prizes will be awarded and general duties as they arise. Take a day away from general chores and come enjoy the great outdoors at beautiful Providence Club Golf Course. As with any support group the more people who are involved, the smoother things run. Please jump on the bandwagon and help us to make this First Annual Shag Atlanta Golf Tournament benefitting Camp Sunshine a huge success. Call today and get in on all the fun by contacting either Ann McElroy @ (770) 207-6345, Rick Sjoholm @ (678) 525-4653 or Bob Tweedell @ (678) 764-5547.

WELCOME DESK VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We need you to sign up in the book for an hour here or there. Please don’t forget that this task is a necessary part of our Saturday nights. Thank you to the volunteers that have helped out on previous Saturdays! And THANK YOU to all who committed to volunteer in the future. Please see Barbara Jones, email her ([email protected]) or just sign up in the book that is kept at the table.

Members in Need Remember to keep all of those in our club who are recovering from illnesses in your thoughts and prayers. Cards and emails are appreciated.

 Ronnie Walker  Chuck Harrington’s wife, Betty  Lib Taylor  Dewitt Hinson If anyone knows of a member in need of special thoughts and prayers, please email [email protected].

Membership Renewals Now $50 Thanks to all who have renewed their membership for 2016! We appreciate it very much. If you haven't renewed yet, your membership is now inactive. We will gladly take your payment, of course. There is a $5 late fee. Looking forward to getting everyone renewed! Please make a check out to ShagAtlanta for $50 a person. Please give/mail to Kathy Stowers or Dick Gavigan. Kathy Stowers address: P.O. Box 81821 Conyers, GA 30013 Dick Gavigan address: 840 Club Chase Court Roswell, GA 30076

2 SOS Cards Remaining Please see Kathy Stowers if you wish to purchase SOS cards. There are 2 cards remaining.

Split the Kitty Volunteers Needed Please help ShagAtlanta by volunteering to sell "Split-the-Kitty" or 50/50 raffle tickets on Saturday nights at Nemoe's. Aside from volunteering to serve at the front desk sign-in table, this is another great way for new members to meet more members. You can signup on a sheet provided at the front desk or call Karen Williford at 770-403-9366.

PICTURES FROM SATURDAY NIGHT

DJ Schedule April 16 – John Harper April 23 – Ronnie Vaughn April 30 – Billy Waldrep May 7 – Jim Agee May 14 – Mike Williford May 21 – Rich Kopels May 28 – Norman Mills

Happy April Birthdays!! Apr-01 Apr-02 Apr-03 Apr-03 Apr-03 Apr-05 Apr-07 Apr-08 Apr-09 Apr-16 Apr-16 Apr-17 Apr-18 Apr-18 Apr-19 Apr-21 Apr-22 Apr-24 Apr-24 Apr-24 Apr-24 Apr-26 Apr-28 Apr-30 Apr-30

Janet Lara Debbie Brandy Robin Sarah Jerry Danette Linda A.J. Jimmy Jennie Sherry Robbie Bemis Teri Roy Lou Ann Mike Bud Carol Mary Woods Lin Barbara Charles

Croft Bardugon Halcomb Moore North Caldwell Johnson Burson Martin Porter Ross Steen Boatright Pope Locklear Fuller Herring Burkeen Cable Dowling Leathers Mann Prince Patten Purcell

We have a deal with the Hampton Inn across the street from Nemoe’s. Located in Technology Park, our hotel offers free breakfast, Wi-Fi and shuttle service (within a 5 mile radius) Mon-Fri. Book now and enjoy your stay. Mention Shag Atlanta and you can get a room for just $69.00 a night. Great rooms…great (free) breakfast. 770-729-0015 NOTE: Call the HOTEL, not the 800 number in order to get the ShagAtlanta price. If you have something to add to the weekly update, please send to [email protected]. Have a great week.