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Welcome to the News Blast section of the CALLERLAB web site. This section will include current articles of interests, Press Releases and current news articles. Please visit often to see the most current happenings at CALLERLAB.

Articles of Interest

Title	Description	Modified Date
Bill Ackerman received the CALLERLAB Special Recognition Award	During the 2013 CALLERLAB Convention, Clark Baker presented the CALLERLAB Special Recognition Award to Bill Ackerman for his service to square dancing by developing the sd callers software and providing at no cost to callers and dancers.	4/22/2013
Jerry Helt --Gold Card Recipient	Elmer Sheffield presented the CALLERLAB Gold Card, Life Membership, to Jerry Helt for his service to CALLERLAB over many years. Congratulations Jerry!	4/22/2013
Milestone awarded to Mike Jacobs (postumous)	Betsy Gotta was the presenter of a Milestone award to Mike Jacobs at the 2013 CALLERLAB Convention. Mike's daughter, Kristy, was at convention to accept the award on behalf of her father.	4/22/2013
Youth Convention Fee Waiver Policy	This document explains the purpose and requirements of the Youth Convention Fee Waiver Policy.	2/1/2013
Youth Convention Fee Waiver application form	The Executive Committee, with input from the Youth Activities Committee, has approved providing youth members (under the age of 25) a waiver of convention fees to attend their first CALLERLAB Convention.	2/1/2013
Resolution Procedures	Procedures to submit proposed resolutions for membership consideration.	1/10/2013
Henry Ford and Benjamin Lovett	Dave Taylor provided this insightful article regarding Henry Ford and Dr. Benjamin Lovett. Very interesting historical informatin.	1/10/2013
Shopping Cart	We are happy to add a new section to the web site to allow members and guests the ability to purchase items; renew memberships or register for the convention.	12/28/2012
40th Convention Invitation	Dancers and Callers are invited to the 40th CALLERLAB Convention. Education for all! Will we see you there?	12/21/2012
Shirts, Jackets, Caps Embroidered	CALLERLAB has an online ordering process where members may purchase various types of embroidered products. For those ordering the CALLERLAB Royal Blue Long Sleeve dress shirts, they can be found by searching S608 (Port Authority Shirts) (ladies are L608)	12/21/2012
Best Western Hotels Discount Program	CALLERLAB has arranged a corporate discount program with Best Western Hotels. See details.	12/21/2012
25 & 50 Year Calling Certificates	If you believe you will be eligible in 2013 (started calling in 1988 (25) or 1963 (50), please contact the Home Office to verify we have the correct information within our files.	12/20/2012
Abbreviated Definitions	The new Abbreviated Definitions for Basic and Mainstream Programs is now available through the website and the Home Office.	12/20/2012
Meeting with ACA	Since the April 1st meeting with ACA, there has been several erroneous and misleading submissions made regarding the planned cooperative development of a shortened teach proposal. This article explains CALLERLAB's position on this endeavor.	12/19/2012
ARC Press Release --May 2012	The ARC has finished the review of the questions for 2012. This Press Release was presented in the Apr/May 2012 Flash DIRECTION.	12/19/2012
It's Fun--Mike Seastrom	Printed in the Sept/Oct 2012 DIRECTION as a Past Chairman's article, Mike Seastrom presents a positive position regarding square dancing. Enjoy!	12/19/2012
Ozzie's Music Awards	Plan now to attend the 2nd International Square Dance Music Awards Banquet just prior to the 40th Annual CALLERLAB Convention on Saturday, March 23, 2013.	12/19/2012
New Dancers Bill of Rights	New Dancers Bill of Rights was developed by the CALLERLAB Education Committee and adopted by the general membership at the 1988 CALLERLAB Convention in Reno, NV	12/19/2012
Beginner Dance Party Leaders Seminar	The Committee for Community Dance will sponsor a Beginner Party Leader's Seminar on Saturday, March 23, 2013 and Sunday, March 24 just prior to the start of the 2013 CALLERLAB Convention in Cary, NC	12/19/2012
2012 Yearbook is now available	2012 CALLERLAB Convention Yearbook. Purchase for great memories of a fantastic convention. Sales proceed are donated to the Foundation.	12/19/2012
Tokyo Square Dance Callers Association	Tokyo Square Dance Callers Association celebrated fifty year anniversary.	12/19/2012