
April 2026
GDC Chapter Newsletter
Dear Members and Future Members,

Thank you, Kevin, for teaching a fun and engaging Salsa lesson at our dance. We truly appreciate your talent and the energy you bring to our community. I’m told the dance was a great success. A special thank‑you to Leslie, Heather, Nakita, Marta, Jim, and Linda for doing an outstanding job running the event and keeping everything flowing smoothly.
Bobby and I had a fantastic time in Pittsburgh at USA Dance Nationals. We watched some incredible competition and had the chance to meet the leadership and chapter presidents from across the country. It was inspiring to learn how other chapters operate and to bring home fresh ideas to help us continue growing and strengthening our own USA Dance community.
The 29th Florida Dance Spree Weekend brings two unforgettable dinner dances on Friday and Saturday night, with delicious meals catered by Aunt Catfish Catering. Friday’s festivities include Chapter Recognition, lively team matches, a fun Jack & Jill contest, and plenty of general dancing. On Saturday, dancers can enjoy a full day of workshops from 9 AM to 4 PM, followed by a special after‑dinner lesson taught by Joe Mounts, featuring the always‑delightful Peabody.
President, Monica Wiech
Spring Fling Highlights






Special Programs
Outreach Program
The Outreach Program takes dancing to senior living communities.
Future outings include.
Daytona Beach Health and Rehab
1055 3rd Street
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
February 20th @ 2:30 pm
We take ballroom dancing to those who can't.
PLEASE let Greg know if you wish to be added to the Team
Contact: Greg Marcum
Phone: 386 689-8038
Become a member of the Board of Directors
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Social Media Coordinators
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Floor Cleaning Crew The Day Of or The Day Before the Dance
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50/50 Ticket Sales at The Dance
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Photographers For Social Media Posts
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Straightening Crew - Post Dance
Support our local arts organizations
When you choose Florida's "State of the Arts" license tag for your vehicle, all of the proceeds fund visual and performing arts programs (like ours) right here in Volusia County.
How much does it cost?
The first-time cost of a State of the Arts plate is $32 in addition to your vehicle's normal registration fee at time of renewal.
Of that, $20 is tax deductible. Future renewals are only $22 each year in addition to the normal registration fee with $20 again being tax deductible.
To re-order: At renewal, simply state you would like a "State of the Arts" plate and include a check for $32 along with your renewal notice.
or ...
Visit your local tag office, turn in your current plate and receive your new "Arts Plate" on the spot for $32. Gift certificates for State of the Arts plates are also available at your local tag office and make great gifts that also help our community.
It's a great way and a great day to be a Driving Force
for the Arts!
DVD Lending Library Members
REMEMBER! you can still use your member benefit by checking out an Instructional DVD and learn and practice on your own.
More than 100 DANCE VISION VIDEOS!All Dances, styles & levels
Current members of our chapter may borrow from our growing library of DANCE VISION dance DVDs. Leave a $25 deposit, cash or check,
per DVD and you may borrow
one or two DVDs for one month.
For check out or return, Call or email any board member.



