Old Time Tea Dance

On Saturday August 15 the Anglican Parish of Footscray hosted an "old time tea dance" to raise some much needed funds. The live jazz band, ably led by Ronnie Trigg, provided just the right atmosphere for all gathered to strut their stuff. Mentoring in the fine art of the Fox Trot, Evening Three Step, the Pride of Erin and the Progressive Barn Dance was provided by Val and Noel, a couple of veterans of the tea dance circuit. Melbourne's "Lady of Jazz," Pippa Wilson, made a much anticipated guest appearance and wowed all present with some great blues/jazz numbers. There were raffles and door prizes to be won and a good 'ol fashioned afternoon tea to be enjoyed and all in the historic ambiance of St John's Blue Stone Hall. Mother Moira was even seen to be trying a few dance moves herself but balked at the the "Nutbush" which, she says, is a dance only for those who are co-ordinated, which definitely counts her out! Lucky she has skills in other areas .... much thanks and appreciation goes to all who made this such a fun afternoon ... watch this space for more social events which are all done for ... the greater glory of God (AMDG)!