Hello Dancers,

I hope that everyone has had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! It has been a year of greatness and growth for NORTEX. I fully expect that this will continue as time goes on.

Round Up was a great success. According to reports, there were approximately 120 dancers at Callers Cavalcade while approximately 220 dancers were in attendance for Round Up! It was a great weekend of dancing and fun. The list of people to thank is long. Terri & Jerry Johnson and the Kissin’ Kuzzins really stepped up to coordinate and make it a success. Rain decided it wanted to attend Round Up as well but it did not dampen the spirits of those who attended. Unfortunately, some of those who registered decided not to venture out in the weather.

Beginner Square Dance lessons were finishing across the metroplex. Congratulations to all the clubs who had lessons. Now, let’s encourage those who graduated to join a club in NORTEX and continue dancing. I look forward to seeing new dancers out on the floor. Let’s all be kind and polite as they gain knowledge and experience on the dance floor.

Several clubs are planning to have lessons starting in January. It is wonderful to see clubs engaging in GROWING NORTEX! Thank YOU!

Over the past year, younger dancers have begun to learn to dance in NORTEX. It is a wonderful thing to see. To keep them dancing, we need to act to keep them involved. I have ideas in mind for a Spring Fling Dance for our youth. Please talk to these young ones and let them know. Wouldn’t it be great to see a full square of teen / youth dancers together?

As the winter months continue, stay warm and dance. I look forward to seeing you in a square somewhere in the area.

Let’s Grow NORTEX,