" NBEA " BIG BAND DANCING WEEK - August 18-21 2024. . . * LAST CALL *
Last Call for Early Bird Tickets
ALL 3 Days of Big Band Dancing only $60 per Person?
Orders must be received by July 30, 2024
Early Bird
Ticket Purchases include?Complimentary Admission
to?
Wild West Wednesday Country Night.??
Tickets will also be available at the Door each Night
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday? August 18-20, 2024
$25 per person?
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The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
INVITES YOU TO THEIR ANNUAL
*
BIG BAND DANCE WEEK?*
AUGUST? 18, 19, 20, & 21, ?2024
EMBARK ON AN UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL ESCAPE
?at
The Dubuque County Fairgrounds
* Grand Ballroom *
14569 Old Highway Road
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of...
?The Lonny Lynn Orchestra?
Ken Kilian's Classic Big Band?
and?
Hunter Fuerste and his American Vintage Orchestra
RELIVE THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE BIG BANDS
Dance the night away on a?
12,000 SQUARE FOOT " WOODEN " DANCE FLOOR
against the luxurious backdrop of the Farmlands of Iowa.
Indulge in the glamour of the 1930s and 1940s –?
Wear your favorite....?
VINTAGE CLOTHING - FORMAL WEAR - BUSINESS CASUAL
and if it's too warm for that... After all, The Event is in August,
Those in SHORTS will be welcomed as well.
Let the era come to life as you revel in the sights and sounds of the?golden age.?
This Big Band getaway is not just a trip; it's a journey back in time,?
and a luxurious escape you simply cannot miss!
THREE NIGHTS? ? -? ?THREE DIFFERENT?MUSICAL EVENINGS
Sit Back and Relax .. OR ...
Dance along to the Orchestras and a unique program for each evening –?
three nights, three distinct sets of beautiful Big Band Dance Music.?
Tickets available?at the door..
For Each Big Band Dance
Sunday, Monday and Tuesday
"$25 per person"
Doors open 5 pm
All BIG BAND DANCES --- 6 - 9 pm?
Wild West Wednesday –- 7 - 11 pm
Food will be available for purchase at the Ballroom each night.
PLUS ! ! !? " LUCKY STRIKE EXTRA "?
"NBEA"? Advanced "EARLY-BIRD"
Tickets Special...
Purchase a? " 3 " Day Pass??
Good for all " 3 " Big Band Dances?
Only $60 per person.?
EARLY BIRD TICKETS
TICKET?ORDERS? "MUST"? be received by July 15, 2024
Early Bird "Big Band" ticket purchasers will receive complimentary admission to...
WILD WEST WEDNESDAY
on?
WEDNESDAY August 21st,? 2024?
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Make Checks payable to the? " NBEA "
Send to...
N.B.E.A.
or
The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
Post Office Box 346152
Chicago Illinois? ?60634
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NEW THIS YEAR? –? ON SITE?CAMPING At the Fairgrounds
?Camping is limited - ?prices vary and may include
Water - Sewer hookups - Electricity - Wi-Fi - Showers and Restrooms
Contract the fairgrounds office for details?
563-588-1406
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BOOK YOUR STAY AT THE LUXURIOUS
BEST WESTERN PLUS
DUBUQUE?
HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER.
3100 Dodge Street,? Dubuque, Iowa 52004
A discounted hotel rate is available at the
BEST WESTERN PLUS?to guests attending the dances.?
SPECIAL HOTEL RATES $109? (plus tax)? includes ...?
Indoor Pool, Spa Tub, 24 hour Fitness Center, Complimentary Breakfast and?
Daily Shuttle Service?to the Ballroom.
For the NBEA special rate...
Hotel reservations "Must" be made by JULY 15. 2024...
1 563 557 8000? ext? " 0 "?
Ask for? " The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association "? package
Available until July 15, 2024 or until SOLD OUT.
Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event!
Additional Information at??
or call
507-304-0421? OR? 708-369-3297
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Entertainment Director?
The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
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There is a song entitled All Good Things (Come to an End.)?
It is not a happy tune. I have to tell you now that the Arizona Classic Jazz Society/Festival will no longer exist after the end of this year, 2024.?
We've had a good run; many people say ours is the best Festival on the jazz circuit.?
We have experienced that music tastes change with the times and everything cycles.?
The Evaluation comments from the 2023 Festival suggested we offer more country music, however, that would defeat our original purpose of promoting and perpetuating classic
jazz. ?
Festival attendance is down from year to year and badge prices have never paid for the Festival.?
If not for our wonderful sponsors and cosponsors, we would have had to close many years ago.?
The State of Arizona has cut the Arizona Commission on the Arts budget by 60%.?
Grant recipients received notice that any grant amounts would be greatly reduced or eliminated for 2025.?
This year's award was $11,500.?
An angel rescued the Society's Sunday programs this year.?
It costs more than $2,000 a month to keep the Society afloat and we feel fortunate when we take in $500 on Sundays.?
The last Sunday event will take place on December 1.? ?
The school programs will continue for another two years.
We do not have a young Board of Directors and there are no new, willing volunteers.?
Half of the Board are in their 80s, with two close to 90 years old.?
Four members gave notice that this would be their last year serving; leaving the Board with four less than the required minimum of eight members.?
Based on increasing challenges, it was decided by a majority vote that Festival Year 35 was a good stopping point and that we should close at the end of 2024 while we can still cover all our expenses.
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Since we are a 501(c)3 organization, we cannot just close our doors and say, "That's it."?
Treasurer Miller Lee and I recently met with a financial specialist well acquainted with the procedures necessary to close down and she provided us with step-by-step instructions.
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Please attend our last Festival, October 31 - November 3, this year.?
It will offer the same high quality bands that have been the key to our longevity.?
Festival special sets are "Something Unexpected" and will offer a wide variety of music and fun.
There may still be occasional programs similar to ours that take place throughout the Valley and I will be happy to alert my email list to those events.
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Thank you to our dedicated Board Members (and their spouses) and all the members-at-large for your exceptional loyalty through the years, the great bands which have attracted an audience from far and near, the hardworking Festival volunteers, Festival attendees
and Sponsors and Cosponsors who have helped keep our doors open for so long.
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It has been a pleasure serving all of you,
Helen Daley & Your ACJS Board of Directors?
You can find the Festival schedule posted at
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Re: Fw: Reminder - No Dance This Friday at Sun Dial
Where are the Friday night dances?
Pat Hebert
On Thu, Jul 11, 2024, 8:54?AM MM-Mary Volberding via <mvolberding= live.com@groups.io> wrote:
Sent:?Thursday, July 11, 2024 7:52 AM
Subject:?Reminder - No Dance This Friday
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Hello fellow dancers. Just a reminder that?there is no lesson or
dance this Friday July 12. Next dance is July 19.
Thanks,
Alex Larson
Friday Night Social Dance Club
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Fw: Sun Lakes Sunday dance class for beginners
Per a request from John Yu
A reminder of our sun lakes dance classes the next two Sundays for beginners at the San tan ballroom in Cottonwood from 4:30-6PM
Mona Brandt is our instructor. The dates are Sunday July 14 and 21. Admission is $20. We will likely review basic foxtrot, waltz and beginning rumba.?
(Men needed...)?
Thanks!?
John Yu
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Fw: Reminder - No Dance This Friday at Sun Dial
From:?Friday Night <scfridaynightdance@...>
Sent:?Thursday, July 11, 2024 7:52 AM
Subject:?Reminder - No Dance This Friday
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Hello fellow dancers. Just a reminder that?there is no lesson or
dance this Friday July 12. Next dance is July 19.
Thanks,
Alex Larson
Friday Night Social Dance Club
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We've lost another dancer. He is already missed, not having been able to come to the Arizona the last few years. Here is a picture of him taken on a cruise he & Vyda did with Mike and me. Here's a link to his obituary. Our condolences to his family.
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Aug. 29, 1935-June 23, 2024 Berthold Allie Albert Deaver, 88, Berthold, ND, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Allie was born in Berthold on August 29, 1935, to Earl F. and Olive B. (Hawes) Deaver. He was raised
with his 5 siblings on the family farm […]
www.minotdailynews.com
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Diana Burns notified me that we lost another loyal Merrymaker this week, even though she hadn't been a member for some years
Angie Vincent passed in her sleep on June 24, 2024, she was 93. Angie was a long time member of Merry Maker's and a great dancer.
For many years Mike & I would pick her up and bring her to the dances.
She is missed, but know she's now found lots of her friends!
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The dance and jazz community lost a strong supporter when Howard Standage passed away on Wednesday June 12th. He was a long time member of both Merrymakers and Leisure World's Moonlight Serenade and the Jazz Festivals in Chandler.
Our condolences go to his Wife, Dana Allen? and family.
His obituary is found below
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/mesa-az/howard-standage-11860910
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Fw: Queen Mary Residency Announced!
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From: Alex Mendham & His Orchestra <info@...>
Sent: Friday, June 7, 2024 8:21 AM
To: mvolberding@... <mvolberding@...>
Subject: Queen Mary Residency Announced!
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Starting Saturday July 27th - Long Beach.
CA
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NEW VINTAGE MUSIC & DANCE NIGHTS ABOARD THE QUEEN MARY - LONG BEACH
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STARTING SATURDAY JULY 27th
Join us aboard the Queen Mary in the Queen's Salon the last Saturday of each month, from 8-10:30pm when?Alex Mendham and his Orchestra, widely celebrated for their spectacular shows, take the stage. Combining jazz and swing music of the art deco era with a
modern energy and passion, they epitomize Hollywood's golden age.?
The 11 piece orchestra takes you on an exciting journey, presenting the jazz and big band classics of the past, including music from the likes of?Bing Crosby,
Louis Armstrong,?and Glenn Miller?to rousing big band hits such as the famous?Sing, Sing, Sing?and many others originally heard aboard the Queen Mary. Perfect for dancing or to simply sit back and revel in
the time-travel atmosphere.
(Black-tie/Formal/Vintage glam attire encouraged)
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OTHER UPCOMING DATES??
SAT 29th JUNE - CICADA CLUB - LOS ANGELES
SUN 30TH JUNE - CICADA CLUB - LOS ANGELES
SUN 18TH AUGUST - FILOLI GARDENS - SAN FRANCISCO
SAT 24TH AUGUST - BATTERSEA PARK - LONDON, UK
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Fw: 2024 SURF BIG BAND SCHEDULE
For those of you in the midwest, enjoy. Wish I could be there.
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From: Clyde & Kathy <cnkdancers@...>
Sent: Thursday, June 6, 2024 7:04 PM
To: Mary Volberding <merrymakersdc2013@...>
Subject: 2024 SURF BIG BAND SCHEDULE
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Surf Ballroom, Clear Lake, Iowa? ? ? Phone: 641-357-6151
Attached is the 2024 Schedule of Big Band Dances
Individual night passes are $15.00 per person
A season pass for a couple can be purchased for $120.00?
A season pass for a single person can be purchased for $60.00
If possible, please share this.
Thank you,
Clyde Janssen
Mason City, Iowa & Donna, Texas
Ph/Text 641-430-9857
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Re: Location of Summer Sunday Dance Classes in Sun Lakes starting June 9
The flyer says San Tan at Cottonwoid Country Club.? Your email says Sun Lakes. What is the location and address?
On Mon, Jun 3, 2024, 6:49?AM MM-Mary Volberding via <mvolberding= live.com@groups.io> wrote:
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From: John. Yu < tjohnyu@...>
Sent: Friday, May 31, 2024 9:05:18 AM
To: Mary Volberding < mvolberding@...>
Subject: Summer Sunday Dance Classes in Sun Lakes starting June 9
The attached flyer is about Sunday Dance Classes to be held this summer at Sun Lakes. It is a beginners intro class to the traditional ballroom dances. I know most of your recipients are likely too
advanced of dancers to be interested but this should be appealing to anyone they know that might like to take up ballroom dancing. I have asked Mona Brandt to teach the classes. All the relevant information is in the flyer. The class is open to everyone, not
just Sun Lakes residents. No dance shoes required as well if they do not have a pair. We will provide dance ribbons for their shoes (no flip flops).??
Thanks so much!
Sincerely,
John Yu
480-699-7334
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Summer Sunday Dance Classes in Sun Lakes starting June 9
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From: John. Yu <tjohnyu@...>
Sent: Friday, May 31, 2024 9:05:18 AM
To: Mary Volberding <mvolberding@...>
Subject: Summer Sunday Dance Classes in Sun Lakes starting June 9
The attached flyer is about Sunday Dance Classes to be held this summer at Sun Lakes. It is a beginners intro class to the traditional ballroom dances. I know most of your recipients are likely too
advanced of dancers to be interested but this should be appealing to anyone they know that might like to take up ballroom dancing. I have asked Mona Brandt to teach the classes. All the relevant information is in the flyer. The class is open to everyone, not
just Sun Lakes residents. No dance shoes required as well if they do not have a pair. We will provide dance ribbons for their shoes (no flip flops).??
Thanks so much!
Sincerely,
John Yu
480-699-7334
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Merrymakers Dances through April
Remember Merrymakers dances continue on Thursday nights at 7pm at Las Palmas Grand through the month of April. To give our members (and other dancers who are still here) the maximum opportunity to dance, we are holding the dances, even though we are losing
money every week. Hope those of you still in the valley will take advantage of dancing to live music on the most beautiful dance floor in the East Valley
Bands for the last 3 dances are:
April 11 - Palmer & Rossana
April 18 - Midnight Moon
April 26 - The Breeze
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Merrymakers, Moonlight Serenade, Silverridge and other dance venues in Mesa have lost a wonderful dancer and friend to a? motorcycle accident yesterday, 2 April 2024. Attached is a picture of Dave and one of his dance partners, Pearl Behrends.
Our condolences go out to Pearl and Davey's family. He is already missed.
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Dear Mary,
My wonderful husband of 65 years passed away on February 3, 2024, and he is missed very much. We have enjoyed dancing with the Merrymakers for over 20 years when we came to AZ during the winters from MA.
Liz Weiler
480-244-8037
1187 Leisure World
Mesa, AZ. 85206
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Sunday Night Dance April 7, 2024
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?Come enjoy an evening of Music, Dance and maybe a little dinner
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Date:?Sunday - April 7, 2024
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Place:?Cottonwood's San Tan Ballroom?@?25630 Brentwood Dr.? Sun Lakes, Az? 85248
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Doors Open:?5:00
??????????????? Time:?Music & Dancing 5:30 - 8:30 PM
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ??Dining?Available:?5:00 - 7:00 PM
??????????????? Music: Midnight Moon
? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Attire:?Country Club Casual (no shorts)
???????????????????????????? Jacket & Tie not required for men?? ?
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Admission
is $25 for two people (does not have to be couple) and $15 for one Person
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Pre-Paid
Season Pass for all 8 regular dances is $160/Couple - $80/Single Person
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CASH
or CHECK ?(written to: Sun Lakes Sunday Venue) ?- we do not take credit card?
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If
you wish to reserve a table please come early,? Reserve signs will be provided.
Check out or web site......
If you have questions, please call:
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I'd added it to my schedule and thought I'd sent it out, but apparently it didn't go. Rick is having a Celebration of Life for his wife, Dee, as part of the dance this Thursday afternoon at the Granite Reef Senior Center from 12-2. Come share your memories
and enjoy the refreshments.
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Good news for our out-of-Leisure World-guests, our Security Department has agreed to leave the exit gate out to Southern Avenue open until 10:00 so our guests don’t have to
leave before the dance ends to get out that gate.? We’re ever so grateful
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And last message I said our January dance was on the 23rd of January,?2025.? Should be Saturday the 25th of January.? All Saturdays next season.
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ALSO, in response to inquiries I’ve had from new folks, ?the Rec 2 doors open at 5:00 p.m on dance night and the band starts playing at 5:30 p.m.?? Dinner is served about 6:30.? The band plays until 9:30 p.m.
?For GPS users or Uber, I understand the exact address of Rec 2 is 1548 Leisure World.??
Enjoy
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? ?Moonlight Serenade
Joy Kosterman, Membership Chair
? ? ? ? ? ? ?(360) 903-4930
1357 Leisure World, Mesa 85206
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Dance Reminder Moonlight Serenade
Just a reminder of our dance coming up March 16, with the Swing Memories big band.
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Also, a heads up to mark your calendars for next season:
?November 23, 2024; January 23, 2025, February 22, 2025, March 22, 2025. ??Bands TBD
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The membership fee for the 2024/2025 season will be $305.00 per couple.? This is an increase of only $15 to hopefully cover the raise in price of our food and music.? $100/couple for guest couples? If you’re on board with us again next year, it would be great
if you could pay at this dance.?
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Don’t forget it is BYOB for all beverages.? Wine glasses provided.
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And gentlemen, don’t forget your coat and tie!!
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See you there.
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Joy Kosterman, Membership Chair
? ? ? ? ? ? ?(360) 903-4930
1357 Leisure World, Mesa 85206
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NBEA BIG BAND DANCING WEEK August 18-21 2024. . .
We are updating our Mailings lists and
apologize in advance for any duplicate emails
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Click the link for additional Information
The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
INVITES YOU TO THEIR ANNUAL
*
BIG BAND DANCE WEEK?*
AUGUST? 18, 19, 20, & 21, ?2024
EMBARK ON AN UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL ESCAPE
?at
The Dubuque County Fairgrounds
* Grand Ballroom *
14569 Old Highway Road
DUBUQUE, IOWA
Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of...
?The Lonny Lynn Orchestra?
Ken Kilian's Classic Big Band?
and?
Hunter Fuerste and his American Vintage Orchestra
RELIVE THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE BIG BANDS
Dance the night away on a?
12,000 SQUARE FOOT " WOODEN " DANCE FLOOR
against the luxurious backdrop of the Farmlands of Iowa.
Indulge in the glamour of the 1930s and 1940s –?
Wear your favorite....?
VINTAGE CLOTHING - FORMAL WEAR - BUSINESS CASUAL
and if it's too warm for that... After all, The Event is in August,
Those in SHORTS will be welcomed as well.
Let the era come to life as you revel in the sights and sounds of the?golden age.?
This Big Band getaway is not just a trip; it's a journey back in time,?
and a luxurious escape you simply cannot miss!
THREE NIGHTS? ? -? ?THREE DIFFERENT?MUSICAL EVENINGS
Dance along to the Orchestras and a unique program for each evening –?
three nights, three distinct sets of beautiful music.?
Tickets available "each night" at the door
"$25 per person"?for each evening.
Doors open 5 pm
All BIG BAND DANCES --- 6 - 9 pm?
Wild West Wednesday –- 7 - 11 pm
Food will be available for purchase at the Ballroom
PLUS ! ! !? " LUCKY STRIKE EXTRA "?
With any ticket purchase, you will receive a complimentary admission to...
WILD WEST WEDNESDAY
on?
WEDNESDAY August 21st,? 2024?
* * * Also Available for a limited time?* * *
"NBEA"? Advanced Tickets Special...
Purchase a? " 3 Day Pass "??
Good for all " 3 " Big Band Dances?
Only $60 per person.?
Must be ordered before June 1, 2024
Make Checks payable to the? " NBEA "
Send to...
N.B.E.A.
or
The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
Post Office Box 346152
Chicago Illinois? ?60634
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NEW THIS YEAR? –? ON SITE?CAMPING At the Fairgrounds
?Camping is limited - ?prices vary and may include
Water - Sewer hookups - Electricity - Wi-Fi - Showers and Restrooms
Contract the fairgrounds office for details?
563-588-1406
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BOOK YOUR STAY AT THE LUXURIOUS
BEST WESTERN PLUS
DUBUQUE?
HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER.
3100 Dodge Street,? Dubuque, Iowa 52004
A discounted hotel rate is available at the
BEST WESTERN PLUS?to guests attending the dances.?
SPECIAL HOTEL RATES $109? (plus tax)? includes ...?
Indoor Pool, Spa Tub, 24 hour Fitness Center, Complimentary Breakfast and?
Daily Shuttle Service?to the Ballroom.
For the NBEA special rate...
Hotel reservations "Must" be made at...
1 563 557 8000? ext? " 0 "?
Ask for? " The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association "? package
Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable event!
Additional Information at??
or call
507-304-0421? OR? 708-369-3297
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Ron Smolen;??Entertainment Director?
The National Ballroom and Entertainment Association
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MM-Mary Volberding
