This was the year of the storm. After months without enough rain to fill a teaspoon, the heavens decide to open on the night of our St Andrew Group Ball. It was amazing that so many people did manage to fight their way through the deluge but- for many, the weather simply made the journey too risky. We really missed all those who couldn't join us, but the conditions were truly treacherous and it's better that everyone was safe, if very disappointed.
Meanwhile- for those of us lucky enough to reach the venue before the storm hit... or were too far on their way to turn back - and thankfully managed to reach us safely - it was a fabulous night - even enhanced by the lightening show and torrents outside. Due to the hard work of volunteers, who turned up to help decorate in the morning, the place looked amazing and there is something magical about being warm and cosy, surrounded by friends, while the weather outside does its worst. In addition the Kamares Club surpassed itself with their service & food. 
The dance programme itself was organised around requests from the guests and included:- Highland Rambler; Postie's Jig; The Orchards of Co Armagh; Waratah Weaver;  Mairi's Wedding; Ring of Brodgar; Devil's Elbow; Dream Catcher and De'il Amang the Tailors. Everyone also enjoyed a demonstration dance by several of the Tuesday Night class. We completed the night with the traditional rendition of Auld Lang Syne before everyone set to, and the decorations were down and another great night over, but at least the night was clear by the time we all set off home. (taken from the 'Blether' from that week). 

More memories will be added as time permits.... watch this space!