Dance for Heart 2024

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Our annual Dance for Heart fund raiser was held Friday 3rd of May 2024. Dancers dressed in red with some adding a heart theme. Matt looked spectacular in his heart suit pants and matching tie. Marilyn made a new square dance skirt specifically for the event, from pieces of other red and white skirts.

We had just under two squares. At one point, in addition to a normal square, we had a half square up on the floor, entertaining themselves by completing movements as best they could. You get a brief look at the extra group in one of the videos uploaded from the night.

It was good to see Alan back on the floor, also dancing Plus. We had more than enough for a Plus square with dancers taking turns to dance that level.

Anita didn't get her morning walk and danced most of the night to get her step count in.

With Jo L away, Sandy stepped in to run the kitchen for supper, adding a couple of humorous signs.

Funds were raised on the night from the door takings, donations and a raffle for a huge fruit tray. The fruit tray was won by Loraine. The door prize went to Gina and the lucky spot was won by Marilyn.

The funds raised will go towards supporting the HeartStart Cornish Walking Track Program in Bundaberg.

Visit our 2024 photo gallery to see more photos from the night and check our 2024 video page to view the latest additions to our YouTube channel.

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