Even this early, we already have 3 couples have have taken the plunge and joined us for this year’s Ozanam Come Dancing. If you think you have what it takes and want to get your dancing shoes on, all that is needed is a 30 minute commitment each week for 9 weeks and the enthusiasm to raise some funds for Ozanam House.
Adult Education Class Members created art pieces, clothing and different accessories in the past few months.
To round off the year we had a small social event and exhibition, followed by a presentation of certificates ceremony with the participants of the classes.
Take a look at some recent snaps of the children having fun including exploring our Sensory Room and having some fun with food.
Take the plunge and join up to be one of our dancers for Ozanam Come Dancing 2022. It is our ninth annual OCD (apart from the lost covid years!) and it is being held on the 18th of November in Liberty Hall. The wonderful Brendan Courtney will host again this year and we will also have celebrity judges and spectacular half time acts. All we ask is for a 30 minute commitment each week for 9 weeks and the enthusiasm to raise some funds for Ozanam House.
If you would like to get involved or want to know more information, please contact us at niamh@ozanamhouse.ie or phone (01)8742804 by Friday August 26th 2022.
The Men’s and Active Retirement Groups are getting active with a busy schedule of excursions planned.
Here is what is planned for the coming week:
On Monday, we are heading off for some 10 pin bowling at ALSAA and having a lunch in Kealys across the road afterwards.
On Wednesday, we are visiting Powerscourt House in Wicklow to enjoy the gardens and have a spot of lunch.
Keep an eye out for news and photos of what happened in the coming days.
The Group has been very busy in the last few months since we have opened up more after the recent restrictions.
Take a look at what they have been up to…
Active retirement group enjoyed learning to cook new dishes on our Monday cookery classes in June.
Mary, a retired chef in our Active Retirement Group and volunteer Fionnula learning the tricks of the trade.
ARG enjoyed some soft archery during June
ARG enjoyed a trip to the botanic gardens in June
ARG baking up a storm making brown bread and Guinness bread in June
ARG enjoy a trip to Dublinia in May
ARG went to see a Play Called Philo in Bewleys Café Theatre followed by some tea and cake in Marks and Spencer roof top cafe.
We have fun classes and take exciting trips each month. Ages 55+ can join, just email us at activeretirement@ozanamhouse.ie or call us on (01)8742804.
The Paso Doble was a military march that emulates the movements of a matador for the man and the cape for the woman. It is believed to have come from Southern France and many of the terms relating to the dance are French.
Ballroom Paso Doble dancing is heavily choreographed and is usually performed in competitions and rarely danced socially.
Performed on the night by Lorraine and Jimmy to “Espana Cani” by The Harmony Group and DJ Ice.
The Argentine Tango was born in the wealthy suburbs of Buenos Aires in the late 19th Century. Typically it has a 2/4 or 4/4 timing.
This dance is a slow, almost walking pace, set-up that is based on passion and feeling the music. Feeling the emotion and dancing at the relevant speed is key to the Tango.
Performed on the night by Holly and Tiarnan to “Asi se baile el Tango” by Veronica Verdier.
American Smooth along with American rhythm are the two forms of ballroom dancing that make-up the American style. It is made up of four dances; the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot and Viennese Waltz. The dance is influenced by Fred Astaire and Arthur Murray amongst others.
The Foxtrot is a smooth dance and is known for its long, continuous flowing movements across the width and depth of the dance floor. It was developed in the 1910s reached its height in popularity in the 1930s.
Performed on the night by Jessica and John to “I Just Haven’t Met You Yet” by Michael Bublé.
Disco is a dance that was created from the music and subculture of Disco in the US in the late 60s and early 70s.
This movement was made famous by Donna Summer, the Bee Gees, Gloria Gaynor and a host of others.
Disco dance moves include the Bump, Penguin, the Boogaloo and the Robot.
Performed on the night by Bronwyn and Joe to “Disco Inferno” by The Trammps .
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Caroline and David to “September” by Earth, Wind and Fire.