Attendance jumped to 112 for the March 5th Social. That nearly matched last year’s 116 that attended.
Thirty-one of those who enjoyed the evening of dancing, socializing, and snacking were new Associate Members. We welcome them to MASS!!! The club now has 137 Full Members and 95 Associate Members for 2016.

The Host Team included Saundra Lee, Ann Herndon, Laura Stutts, Donna Myrick, Mike Dubbs, and Von Grady. Many of you dressed in green for the St. Patrick’s Day Theme. Thanks to everyone for bringing food and friends, and for helping with clean up by clearing your tables before leaving! DJ Billy Cook played lots of upbeat tunes that kept the dance floor full. I continue to hear positive comments from many members about him being one of our best DJs. Sandra Lee won the 50/50 drawing.

February’s Latest News article mentioned the 600% increase in our expenses for the Socials since 2014, which leaves very little to replenish other expenses of the club. Some members have inquired about other expenses of the club. Among the non-Social related expenses are:

  • Dues to be a member of ACSC (Association of Carolina Shag Clubs)
  • Fees to the National Fastdance Association for protection from copyright infringement
  • Expenses for attendance at required ACSC meetings
  • Liability insurance for the club
  • Supplies for printing sign-in sheets, handouts for Board Meetings, etc.
  • Fees for Call-em-All to send announcements to members
  • Website Expenses

This month’s Board Meeting was held on Tuesday, March 8 and several options were discussed concerning strategies to increase our treasury balance.The Policies and Procedures of MASS specify that there should be a minimum balance of $3000 in the treasury to transition from one year to the next. An email will be sent to all members to list the changes recommended by the Board to handle this situation for this and future years.

SOS Cards are still available for $30 from Yvonne Jordan or Mike Sigler.

See you at the April 2nd Social with “A Spring Fling” theme!

Until then Keep Shagging!!!

Yvonne Jordan
Madam President, 2016