Wembley and District Scottish Association

Summer Social 2012

 

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Held at Church of the Ascension, The Avenue, Wembley from 8pm on Monday 21st May 2012.

 

Well, the dance season's nearly over and in case you're short of things to do over the summer, here are a few suggestions (as well as the ten dances we will be dancing tonight - can you spot them all?).

 

You could take a trip to Bavaria or, perhaps, go on a cruise. Given the recent anniversary of the Titanic, I suggest you do some homework first and ensure you get a berth on a new rigged ship.

 

For those of you who prefer to stay in the UK, one option is to drive to Scotland to take in the scenery from their beautiful winding roads while I can think of no better place for your final destination than the famous St Andrews' fairways for a spot of golf. Or, if you are on a budget this summer and fancy something a bit more adventurous, touring Eire by bus is becoming very popular. A one-off payment will allow you to travel anywhere in the country for free - just ask at the ferry port for an Irish Rover ticket.

 

If you intend spending time at home, there is still much to keep you occupied. There is dancing every Tuesday evening up in town at Pont St, Knightsbridge. However warm it gets, you can be sure that at St Columbas', strathspeys, reels and jigs will quickly follow one after another. If you're not sure how to get to the church I can give you directions and after the dance you can follow me home.

 

There is, of course, much to do around the home at this time of year. If you need to spend some time tidying up your borders and flowerbeds then I'd recommend you start as soon as possible. Getting everything in the ground early will mean that at the height of summer your backyard will be a gardeners' fantasia for all the senses - colourful flowers, sweet smelling blooms and the buzzing of bees in the trees and bushes - marvellous! So pay a visit to the nurseryman and get to work!

 

When you've got everything shipshape, take some time to relax. Get a garden chair, a cooling drink and a good book - if you like autobiographies I can recommend the diaries of the last European Ryder Cup captain who is one of Scotland's best known golfers. His feisty character really comes across, but don't be put off by Colin Montgomerie's rants, it really is a great read and the perfect way to spend a lazy summer's afternoon.

 

However you choose to spend the break, enjoy it and we'll all be back in September for another fun-filled season of dancing.