Coronavirus Live Updates
Washington Area Square Dancers Cooperative Association - WASCA,
We regret to inform you that the 2020 WASCA Festival has been cancelled due to the coronavirus. Cancellations and requested rollovers were pouring in and we have no idea where we might have ended up, but more than half of the WASCA Board would have been unable to attend and assist because of underlying or potential health issues. The Alexandria Mark Hilton has graciously allowed us to cancel the Festival Contract under the “Acts of God” (force majeure) provisions of the Contract to ensure the health and safety of our dancing community. Expressions of gratitude to the Hotel are encouraged.
We know that you all are as disappointed as we are.
Please call the Alexandria Mark Hilton at 1-800-445-8667 to cancel your hotel reservation. You will need your hotel confirmation number which was sent to you previously by Stphanie and Joe Corson. You must personally contact the Alexandria Mark Hilton at 1-800-445-8667 to cancel your hotel reservation. WASCA Festival Registration will roll over your registrations to the WASCA 2021 Festival. A 2021 WASCA Flyer will be sent soon to those who have previously registered.
Again, we apologize for this once in a lifetime event but we know you all understand the circumstances.Nancy & Tom Stafford
Registrars
Square Edges Square and Round Dance Club,
Effective immediately, all of the Square Edges classes (Sunday, Monday and Wednesday) are hereby cancelled for two (2) weeks, due to efforts by Chestnut Memorial United Methodist Church and the Newport News Public School System to mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus. That would be at least through March 25th. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
Gil Firth
1ST Vice President
Stepping Stones Square and Round Dance Club,
In response to the health threats associated with the Coronavirus, the officers have voted to discontinue our dances until the risks are diminished to a more tolerable level. In the interim payment of dues will be suspended. We look forward to returning to our normal activities and wish all good health.
Harold Carneal
President
Tidal Waves Square and Round Dance Club,
Due to the unknown effects of the corona virus our Tuesday dances are cancelled for March.
Jean Bumpus
President
Seven Days Of Square Dance Events
| Date | Time | Club | Event Name | Location | Caller | Cuer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday August 06, 2020 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM | Capitol Squares Square Dance Club | C1 Class | Elizabeth Holladay School, 7300 Galaxie Rd, Richmond, Virginia 23228" | Jeremy Butler | N/A |
| Thursday August 06, 2020 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Capitol Squares Square Dance Club | Advancd Squares | Elizabeth Holladay School, 7300 Galaxie Rd, Richmond, Virginia 23228" | Jeremy Butler | N/A |
| Friday August 07, 2020 | 7:30 PM to 10 PM | Blue Ridge Stars Square Dance Club | Paradise Island | Amherst Elementary School 156 Davis St., Amherst, VA 24521 | Terry Wakeman | N/A |
| Friday August 07, 2020 | 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM | Lords & Ladies Square Dance Club | End of Summer Watermelon Night | Lake of the Woods Community Center, Marion Pronk Hall, 110 Sweetbriar Park Road, Locust Grove, VA 22508 | Larry Winegard | N/A |
| Friday August 07, 2020 | 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM | Riptides Square Dance Club | Regular Square Dance | Bayside Presbyterian Church, 1400 Ewell Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 | Matt Worley | N/A |
| Monday August 10, 2020 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Colonial Squares Square Dance Club | Mainstream & Plus Square Dances | Colonial Heights High School, 3600 Conduit Rd, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 | Gene Chamberlain | N/A |
| Monday August 10, 2020 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Rhythm Rounders Round Dance Club | Phase III to IV Round Dances | Holladay Elementary School, 7300 Galaxie Rd, Richmond, VA 23228 | N/A | George & Jeannine Springer |
| Tuesday August 11, 2020 | 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM | Botetourt Swingers Square Dance Club | Plus Square Dances | Troutville Town Hall, 5419 Lee Hwy, Troutville, VA 24175 | Paul Booze | N/A |
| Wednesday August 12, 2020 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Rhythm Rounders II Round Dance Club | Phase II to IV Round Dances | Pinchbeck Elementary School, 1275 Gaskins Rd, Henrico, VA 23238 | N/A | Connie & Roger Cox |
| Thursday August 13, 2020 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM | Capitol Squares Square Dance Club | C1 Class | Elizabeth Holladay School, 7300 Galaxie Rd, Richmond, Virginia 23228" | Jeremy Butler | N/A |
| Thursday August 13, 2020 | 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Capitol Squares Square Dance Club | Advancd Squares | Elizabeth Holladay School, 7300 Galaxie Rd, Richmond, Virginia 23228" | Jeremy Butler | N/A |
| Thursday August 13, 2020 | 7:00 to 9:00 PM | Circle Eight Square Dance Club Of Richmond | Main Stream & Plus Square Dances | Stonebridge Recreation Center, 230 Karl Linn Dr, North Chesterfield, VA 23225 | Gene Chamberlain | N/A |
| Date | Time | Club | Event Name | Location | Caller | Cuer |
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Square Dancer News
Washington Area Square Dancers Cooperative Association - WASCA,
We regret to inform you that the 2020 WASCA Festival has been cancelled due to the coronavirus. Cancellations and requested rollovers were pouring in and we have no idea where we might have ended up, but more than half of the WASCA Board would have been unable to attend and assist because of underlying or potential health issues. The Alexandria Mark Hilton has graciously allowed us to cancel the Festival Contract under the “Acts of God” (force majeure) provisions of the Contract to ensure the health and safety of our dancing community. Expressions of gratitude to the Hotel are encouraged.
We know that you all are as disappointed as we are.
Please call the Alexandria Mark Hilton at 1-800-445-8667 to cancel your hotel reservation. You will need your hotel confirmation number which was sent to you previously by Stphanie and Joe Corson. You must personally contact the Alexandria Mark Hilton at 1-800-445-8667 to cancel your hotel reservation. WASCA Festival Registration will roll over your registrations to the WASCA 2021 Festival. A 2021 WASCA Flyer will be sent soon to those who have previously registered.
Again, we apologize for this once in a lifetime event but we know you all understand the circumstances.Nancy & Tom Stafford
Registrars
What Round And Square Dancing Offers
Angels
You do not need a partner! There are angels to help you learn to round and square dance!
Value
Generally it costs no more than $5 dollars to round and square dance all night long!
Fun
Its contagious, you cannot help but to laught and smile while you round and square dance!
Social Interaction
Dancing with others who just want to enjoy the joy of dance! Meeting new friends in a safe environment.
Improved Memory Skills
Your mind will become more alert and sharper. You will feel so much younger!
Exercise
Feel better about yourself and enjoy a healthy, longer life!
Square Dance Highlights
- National Square Dance Convention
Held once a year in different states. This is the big one where square dancers from all over the world come together once a year to represent their state associations and clubs!
- National Square Dance Convention
In 2014 there was more than 4,000 round and square dancers at Springfield, Massachusetts!
- WASCA - Washington Area Square Dancers Cooperative Association
Usually held in Alexandria Virginia once a year. This a where Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia square dancers meet to dance in March for three days.
- WASCA - Washington Area Square Dancers Cooperative Association
In 2014 there was more than 1,400 round and square dancers at Alexandria, Virginia!
- VSARDA - Virginia Square And Round Dance Association
Usually held in the Southside area of Virginia once a year. This a where Virginia square dancers meet to dance in May for three days.
- VSARDA - Virginia Square And Round Dance Association
In 2015 there was more than 400 round and square dancers at Virginia Beach, Virginia!
Square Dance Organizational Links
