AIFD newsletter for May 22, 2026: Franklin DJs, Jeff assists, Election results!!!.

This Friday, May 22, 7-9:45, at AIFD:

Frankln Houston will be our DJ this week. He will be assisted by Jeff Kessel. From Franklin: In recognition of John Filcich, a pioneering folk dance leader who was active up until his passing last week just before his 102nd birthday, Franklin Houston will feature a number of dances from the 1950's and 60's, all of which were popular at AIFD in 1979 when a special "AUSTIN FOLK DANCING IN PREHISTORIC TIMES" party was held and all of which are still done or known today.

TEACHING Arrive at 7 to enjoy some great teaching and reviews.

ELECTION RESULTS:
Thanks to the ooutgoing Board of Directors, Contratulations to the new board.

Outgoing	Role	Incoming
Madeline Brock	President	Anthony Toprac
Anthony Toprac	Vice-President	Julia Foree
Marcia Toprac	Treasurer	Marcia Toprac
Donna_Baker	Program Director	Donna_Baker
Rebecca Hample	Teaching Director	Rebecca Hample
John Scales & Eugene Bloom	Secretary	Misi Tsurikov

Link of the week:
Waka Waka Biggest flashmob.

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TAADA - Traditional Austin Area Dance Association - Contra dancing, English Country dancing, and others: Check out the schedules and details of traditional dancing in Austin.

Upcoming Fridays at AIFDCheck out upcoming Live Music and Birthdays and Anniversary Nights on Fridays. This lists who is playing and who is providing snacks.

For questions/updates/changes, contact Julia at vice_president@aifd.cc