OUR FAVORITE LINKS
RECENT PERFORMANCES
FIGGY PUDDING CAROLING COMPETITION!
Emerald City Cloggers recently performed in the annual Figgy Pudding
Caroling Competition. This is a great fund raiser for the Seattle Food
Bank and Pike Market Senior Center.
One of the Emerald City Cloggers, Kate Bracy, wrote two very funny blogs regarding her experience as she prepared for our first Figgy Pudding Performance! Each year as we prepare for this event, its so much fun reading her amusing words again.
We wanted to share these with you -- Enjoy!!
Here Comes Santa Clog -- Part 1
Here Comes Santa Clog -- Part 2
CLOGGING SHOES, TAPS, CLOTHING, & ACCESSORIES
CARL'S CLOGGING
Carl's Clogging is a great source for shoes and taps
with reasonable prices
to boot. Clogging shoes can be ordered with or without taps installed
and can be returned "in new condition" if the shoes don't fit.
STEVEN'S STOMPERS
The original manufacturer of the most commonly used clogging taps, the Steven's Stompers. They sell shoes and install taps as well. Their large variety, printable shoe sizing guide, and easy return policy make them a good online shoe source.
PETTICOAT JUNCTION
This site and store
specializes in dance related clothing and supplies with a good selection of clogging shoes and
taps. Items not in stock can be ordered from them as well. Petticoat
Junction is a good Seattle area alternative if you don't want to wait to
order your
clogging shoes & taps from the mail order sites.
Pacific Coast Dance Supply (formerly Metzler's Clogging Supplies) in
San Diego, California is a good west coast source for clogging
shoes, taps, and accessories. They currently specialize in
clogging supplies but have plans to expand into other areas of dance
in the future.
CUE SHEETS & VIDEO STEP DEMONSTRATIONS
KELLI'S WEB PAGE
We found this clogging reference site amongst our web browsing and
thought you might find it of use. Kelli has posted a vast array of
clogging cue sheets she has written along with links to many clogging
websites. Thanks Kelli for your fun routines and the work you have put
into your great clogging reference!
CHERRY CITY CLOGGERS
The largest clogging group in Oregon and possibly
the Pacific Northwest. They have a large listing of cue sheets and
also a nice library of online videos which teach some of the more
challenging steps. We recommend Cherry City Cloggers if you're in the Salem area
and are looking for a fun group to dance with.
NORTHWEST & NATIONAL CLOGGING ORGANIZATIONS
NW CLOGGERS BULLETIN BOARD
This website
lists all of the exciting clogging events in the Northwest.
Check this resource for upcoming workshops, clogging groups
in your area, and cue sheets written by your favorite
Northwest instructors.
CLOGDANCING.COM
This
is a GREAT website that is ALL about clog dancing. You can find clogging
dance instructors and groups all over the country.
They also have a vast array of cue sheets to download. If it has anything to do with clogging, you'll most
likely find it on this website.
CLOG, Inc. is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization dedicated to the promotion,
education, enhancement, and preservation of American Clog Dance. A valuable clogger's
resource for upcoming clogging events, information on dance and music materials, and just
about anything else related to clogging!
CLOGGING & DANCE PUBLICATIONS
SPARKPEOPLE.COM
Looking for an alternative to the regular old
exercise routine? How about dancing or better yet...CLOGGING! Here's
a great article on the many benefits of adding dance to your
fitness regimen. It's a good workout and as those of us in the
clogging world say "cloggin' beats joggin'!
"The must-read magazine for clog dancers for nearly thirty years!"
Subscriptions are available for this monthly magazine. In addition
to great articles, you'll
find the most current listing of clubs and instructors in the US as
well as information on upcoming clogging events and
workshops. Their website has a vast array of information as well.
