Playford to the Present Ball

This weekend for the first time ever we bravely decided that we were good enough dancers to attend the esteemed Playford to the Present Ball in Pasadena, CA. In the past we've always felt inadequate to attend this ball, because the dances are not taught there and the caller only calls the first round or two and then leaves you on your own. I'm so glad that he does this, because it is just magical when suddenly you realize the whole room is dancing in unison to the music. Below is a group photo of our friends that we regularly dance with in Anaheim.

Admiral Nelson Ball 2018

We had another wonderful time at the annual Admiral Nelson Ball! I think the secret is out and everyone knows we love English Country Dancing! Now we are on the ball committee! Here are a few of our photos from the evening.

Colonial Ball

Finally a colonial era ball that we could attend! Ben and I were so excited to be able to go to this ball. We've been to countless Regency balls but this was our first Colonial/Georgian.

Admiral Nelson's Ball 2014

This was our first time attending the Admiral Nelson's Ball and it was wonderful!

The Jane Austen Evening, Pasadena 2014

Recently Ben and I, along with several friends, attended our second Jane Austen Evening in Pasadena.  It was a wonderful evening full of splendid dancing, good conversation and food!

The Jane Austen Evening 2013

The Jane Austen Evening was the most amazing night!  It felt like we had stepped back in time and were living in a different era.  Everyone did a fabulous job sewing their clothes or finding resources to dress appropriately.  Before the weekend of the event there were also dance lessons so that everyone would be able to participate in the ball.