Easter Bonnet / Mad Hatter nights 2026

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Our Mainstream group had their Easter or Mad Hatter theme night on Tuesday 7th April 2026.

Easter hats were the predominate choice of the night, given we have just returned to dance after Easter. Those that didn't want to make or buy their own mad hats could borrow one from the front table for the night.

Jo L bought in some home made Easter cup cakes for dancers to have with their tea or coffee.

Learners are now at around 40 of the 50 movements into the 2026 Mainstream program. Recordings on the night have become the start of a course list of videos on our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@canecountrysquares

If you want to review any Mainstream Movements check our list here. There are 5 movements listed so far but we intend to build this to the cover the full Mainstream level.

Check out Cane Country Squares website photo gallery page for more photos of the Tuesday and Friday theme nights. https://canecountrysquares.blogspot.com/p/photo-gallery-2026.html

Fridays theme night was on 10/4/26. With quite a few away, we were just short of two squares of Plus alternated with the old Mainstream program.

Towards the end of the night Adrian had a go at dancing the right hand, traditional ladies side. He did an excellent job with quick corrections to the different direction a lady or man turns in some movements.

The Promenade was easy enough but for a first go, a Swing and extra twirls looked a bit a awkward.

Videos from Friday night should be uploaded to our YouTube Channel next week.

Remember our Sunday Social Dance is tomorrow 12/4/26 from 10am at the Kepnock Hall, 42 Totten Street.

No need to dress up. If you are after some Square Dance clothing for other events, Cane Country Squares donated outfits will be available for the morning. 


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