6th Annual Party Weekend at Deerhaven Retreat & Conference Center, 47924 NFS 540-2, Paisley, FL 32767. You can bring your RV or stay on site in a variety of well maintained motel-style rooms. Charlie Pergrossi & Bob Poyner will be calling square dances Friday & Saturday evening with Terri & Tim Wilaby on hand for your round dance pleasure. A delicious menu of meals is being planned to keep you satisfied and fueled up for all the fantastic entertainment you will enjoy from the time to arrive until you leave for home. Visit their website at  http://www.floridasquaredance.com/convention/partyweekend/deerhaven.html for the complete details.

It's not too early to register for the 2012 Convention "Mardi Gras Fun in the Sun" General Chairmen Garland & Carole McKenzie and their committees are planning a fantastic weekend. Check out the web site for the latest information and opportunities for you to be a part of the fun http://www.floridasquaredance.com/convention. Now is the time to take full advantage of the low ribbon prices and lodging arrangements. The current rate for your convention ribbon is still $35 per person for a great party weekend!  One day tickets will also be available at the convention box office. The host hotel for next year’s convention will be the Lakeland Hotel & Conference Center (formerly the Holiday Inn – North at 3260 US Highway 98 North.) To make your reservation, call them at 386-688-8080.  Ask for the square dance rate of $65 (plus tax of course).  Be sure to share news of the convention with your club members - there is more fun when your friends attend too! All the details are available on the web site or on the registration forms & fliers at your club dances or by contacting Carole & Garland McKenzie at (352)622-7678 carolemc82@gmail.com