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We dance Plus level with Jim Osborne Tuesday at 7:30 PM at 2720 Alameda de Las Pulgas San Mateo, CA 94403 |
"Good for Body and Mind..........With all its moving, twisting, and turning, square dancing provides more than the daily dose of heart- and bone-healthy physical activity. Remembering all the calls -- from "do-si-do" to 'alemand' -- keeps the mind sharp, potentially staving off age-related memory loss, experts say. And the companionship that regular square dancing offers is an antidote to depression and loneliness, a statement confirmed by square-dancing advocates everywhere." |
Be Hip Don't Be a Square -- Dance with us! |
The San Mateo Roadrunners hosted a successful Hoedown on July 24, 2010. It featured Square Dance Hall of Fame caller Jerry Helt. Queing by George Gardner. |
San Mateo Roadrunners Beresford Recreation Center 2720 Alameda de Las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403 |
Roadrunners members danced at the Americana BBQ. The event was sponsored by First Step for Families and the San Mateo Fire fighters. First Step Shelter Network is the primary provider of housing and services for homeless children and adults in San Mateo County. Roadrunners members are shown here posing with the San Mateo Fire Fighters |
It is a far cry from the old time barn dances of the old days. Today's dancers are a lively, fun loving group who just enjoy being in each others company. Although it started in America, square dancing is performed around the world, even such far off places as Japan. No matter where you travel you will have instant friends as a square dancer. |
Jerrry Helt photographed by Lois Elling Click here to see Lois Elling's photo collection of the hoedown. |