All posts by Wayne Turner

Rumba and Hustle Dance Lesson Review with Janet Lott & Shirley Rowe

Thursday March 9, 2017 7:00 PM

Free Rumba and Hustle
Dance Lesson Review with
Janet Lott and Shirley Rowe

Put on your dancing shoes and
come join the fun!

Doors and Bar open at 6:30 pm
Dance Lessons 7pm – 8:30 pm
Drop by for a drink
from our Bar
Beer and Wine Available



Don’t want to take dance lessons. It’s a beautiful day at Ortega River Club
to just enjoy a drink and
Social Time with friends!


Reservations not required
Come for lessons or just to have a drink
and enjoy the view!


Rumba and Hustle Dance Lesson Review with Shirley Rowe & Janet Lott

Thursday March 2, 2017 7:00 PM

Free Rumba and Hustle
Dance Lesson Review with

 Shirley Rowe & Janet Lott
Put on your dancing shoes and
come join the fun!
Doors and Bar open at 6:30 pm
Dance Lessons 7pm – 8:30 pm
Drop by for a drink
from our Bar
Beer and Wine Available



Don’t want to take dance lessons.
It’s a beautiful day at Ortega River Club
to just enjoy a drink and
Social Time with friends!


Reservations not required
Come for lessons or just to have a drink
and enjoy the view!


Monday’s West Coast Swing Lessons with Demery & Derek and Open Dancing

Monday February 27, 2017 7:00 PM

West Coast Swing Lessons
by Demery and Derek
Members $5, Guests $10
Doors and Bar open at 6:30 pm

Lessons 7 – 8 pm
Open Dancing 8 – 10 pm
Want to learn West Coast Swing
Come join the fun on Monday Nights!
Don’t need to take lessons to drop by for
a drink from our bar. 



Stop by for a drink from our bar!
Full bar available


Weather you are taking lessons or just enjoying a drink from the bar, it’s a beautiful day to come to the Ortega River Club!

Instructors: Demery and Derek 

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At the age of 16, Line Dancing and Country Two Step brought Demery to the dance world. It wasn’t until many years later however that he was introduced to the West Coast Swing Dance Scene. Demery is a Chief Judge at over nine different swing events throughout the United States and Canada. When not acting as Chief Judge he also takes on the role of Assistant Chief Judge at many other events, including the U.S. Open.

Derek brings his knowledge of dance to the partnership with his B.A. in Dance from New Mexico State University. During his time at NMSU he appeared in all three dance companies which include NMSU DanceSport (Ballroom), Sol y Arena (Flamenco) and Contemporary Dance Theatre (Modern).  Before transitioning into the West Coast Swing World, Derek obtained his Bronze Rhythm and Smooth Certifications with High Honors through Dance Vision International Dance Association.

Together Demery and Derek work hard, alongside the Jacksonville West Coast Swing Club, to help grow and cultivate their dance community with weekly dance classes. Besides group classes and privates Derek also helps to run one of the two monthly West Coast Swing dances, Jacksonville Floorplay. 

Monday’s West Coast Swing Lessons with Demery & Derek and Open Dancing

Monday March 27, 2017 7:00 PM

West Coast Swing Lessons
by Demery and Derek
Members $5, Guests $10
Doors and Bar open at 6:30 pm
Lesson 7 – 8 pm
Open Dancing 8 – 10 pm
Want to learn West Coast Swing
Come join the fun on Monday Nights!
Don’t need to take lessons to enjoy
a drink from the bar.


Stop by for a drink from our bar!
Full bar available!
Whether you are taking lessons or just enjoying
a drink and the view, it’s always a beautiful day
at Ortega River Club!

Instructors: Demery and Derek 

DEREK2

DEREK

At the age of 16, Line Dancing and Country Two Step brought Demery to the dance world. It wasn’t until many years later however that he was introduced to the West Coast Swing Dance Scene. Demery is a Chief Judge at over nine different swing events throughout the United States and Canada. When not acting as Chief Judge he also takes on the role of Assistant Chief Judge at many other events, including the U.S. Open.

Derek brings his knowledge of dance to the partnership with his B.A. in Dance from New Mexico State University. During his time at NMSU he appeared in all three dance companies which include NMSU DanceSport (Ballroom), Sol y Arena (Flamenco) and Contemporary Dance Theatre (Modern).  Before transitioning into the West Coast Swing World, Derek obtained his Bronze Rhythm and Smooth Certifications with High Honors through Dance Vision International Dance Association.

Together Demery and Derek work hard, alongside the Jacksonville West Coast Swing Club, to help grow and cultivate their dance community with weekly dance classes. Besides group classes and privates Derek also helps to run one of the two monthly West Coast Swing dances, Jacksonville Floorplay. 

Monday’s West Coast Swing Lessons with Demery & Derek and Open Dancing

Monday March 20, 2017 7:00 PM

West Coast Swing Lessons
by Demery and Derek
Members $5, Guests $10

Lesson 7 – 8 pm
Open Dancing 8 – 10 pm
Social Time
Want to learn West Coast Swing
Come join the fun on Monday Nights!
Don’t need to take lessons to enjoy a
drink from our bar.


Stop by for a drink from our bar!
Full bar available!


Whether you are taking lessons or just
enjoying a drink from the bar, it’s always a beautiful day at Ortega River Club!

Instructors: Demery and Derek 

DEREK2

DEREK

At the age of 16, Line Dancing and Country Two Step brought Demery to the dance world. It wasn’t until many years later however that he was introduced to the West Coast Swing Dance Scene. Demery is a Chief Judge at over nine different swing events throughout the United States and Canada. When not acting as Chief Judge he also takes on the role of Assistant Chief Judge at many other events, including the U.S. Open.

Derek brings his knowledge of dance to the partnership with his B.A. in Dance from New Mexico State University. During his time at NMSU he appeared in all three dance companies which include NMSU DanceSport (Ballroom), Sol y Arena (Flamenco) and Contemporary Dance Theatre (Modern).  Before transitioning into the West Coast Swing World, Derek obtained his Bronze Rhythm and Smooth Certifications with High Honors through Dance Vision International Dance Association.

Together Demery and Derek work hard, alongside the Jacksonville West Coast Swing Club, to help grow and cultivate their dance community with weekly dance classes. Besides group classes and privates Derek also helps to run one of the two monthly West Coast Swing dances, Jacksonville Floorplay. 

Monday’s West Coast Swing Lessons with Demery & Derek and Open Dancing

Monday March 13, 2017 7:00 PM

West Coast Swing Lessons
by Demery and Derek
Members $5, Guests $10
Doors and Bar open at 6:30 pm

Lesson 7 – 8 pm
Open Dancing 8 – 10 pm
Want to learn West Coast Swing
Come join the fun on Monday Nights!
Don’t need to take lessons to enjoy
a drink from the bar.


Stop by for a drink from our bar!
Full bar available!

It’s always a beautiful day
at Ortega River Club whether you
are taking lessons or just enjoying
a drink and the view!

Instructors: Demery and Derek 

DEREK2

DEREK

At the age of 16, Line Dancing and Country Two Step brought Demery to the dance world. It wasn’t until many years later however that he was introduced to the West Coast Swing Dance Scene. Demery is a Chief Judge at over nine different swing events throughout the United States and Canada. When not acting as Chief Judge he also takes on the role of Assistant Chief Judge at many other events, including the U.S. Open.

Derek brings his knowledge of dance to the partnership with his B.A. in Dance from New Mexico State University. During his time at NMSU he appeared in all three dance companies which include NMSU DanceSport (Ballroom), Sol y Arena (Flamenco) and Contemporary Dance Theatre (Modern).  Before transitioning into the West Coast Swing World, Derek obtained his Bronze Rhythm and Smooth Certifications with High Honors through Dance Vision International Dance Association.

Together Demery and Derek work hard, alongside the Jacksonville West Coast Swing Club, to help grow and cultivate their dance community with weekly dance classes. Besides group classes and privates Derek also helps to run one of the two monthly West Coast Swing dances, Jacksonville Floorplay. 

Monday’s West Coast Swing Lessons with Demery & Derek and Open Dancing

Monday March 6, 2017 7:00 PM

West Coast Swing Lessons
by Demery and Derek
Doors and bar open at 6:30 pm
Members $5, Guests $10

Lesson 7 – 8 pm
Open Dancing 8 – 10 pm
Want to learn West Coast Swing
Come join the fun on Monday Nights!
Don’t want to take lessons,
just come by for a drink from our bar.


Stop by for a drink from our bar!
Full bar available!


Whether you are taking lessons or just
dropping by for a drink, it’s always a
beautiful day at Ortega River Club!
Enjoy a drink and the view!

Instructors: Demery and Derek 

DEREK2

DEREK

At the age of 16, Line Dancing and Country Two Step brought Demery to the dance world. It wasn’t until many years later however that he was introduced to the West Coast Swing Dance Scene. Demery is a Chief Judge at over nine different swing events throughout the United States and Canada. When not acting as Chief Judge he also takes on the role of Assistant Chief Judge at many other events, including the U.S. Open.

Derek brings his knowledge of dance to the partnership with his B.A. in Dance from New Mexico State University. During his time at NMSU he appeared in all three dance companies which include NMSU DanceSport (Ballroom), Sol y Arena (Flamenco) and Contemporary Dance Theatre (Modern).  Before transitioning into the West Coast Swing World, Derek obtained his Bronze Rhythm and Smooth Certifications with High Honors through Dance Vision International Dance Association.

Together Demery and Derek work hard, alongside the Jacksonville West Coast Swing Club, to help grow and cultivate their dance community with weekly dance classes. Besides group classes and privates Derek also helps to run one of the two monthly West Coast Swing dances, Jacksonville Floorplay. 

St Patricks Day Dance with The Sandals Band

Saturday March 18, 2017 6:30 PM
 

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St. Patricks Day Dance with
The Sandals Band
Playing for the first time at ORC!

The Sandals Band plays a blend of beach
music, Oldies, Motown, and current hits.  

Members $10 per person

Guests $15 per person

Doors and Bar open at 6:30 pm
Bands Play From
7:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Everyone is invited to bring an
appetizer for all to share

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Check Out Our Drink Specials at the Bar

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Dress is St. Patrick’s Day Attire or
Smart Casual
So put your green on!

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Butts and Blues with Music by Les B Fine

Sunday April 23, 2017 12:00 PM
 

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Butts and Blues
Music by Les B Fine

Sunday, April 23rd
Doors and Bar open at 12:30 pm
Band plays 1 pm – 4 pm
Dinner served at 2 pm

$12 Per Person Members
$15 Per Person Guests
Bring Your Friends!
Reservations Required
Please RSVP by Thursday, April 20th

We still need Volunteers to work the serving line and for clean up.  
Please contact Jon Koob at 631-8736
to volunteer!

Enjoy great food, music, and friends at
the beautiful Ortega River

~Menu~
Smoked Ribs – Andy Lott & Ron
Grilled Chicken – Andy Lott & Ron
Yellow Rice
Black Beans – Becky Rood
Baked Beans – Sandra Marshall & Ron
(beans provided by Elaine Atchison)
Potato Salad – Sandra Marshall
Cole Slaw – Janice Preacher
Deviled Eggs – Cheryl Laucks
Rolls

~Desserts~
Banana Pudding – Sandra Marshall
Carrot Cake – Elaine Atchison
Chocolate Delight – Marsha Ingram

~Please Note~
When making RSVP, please indicate in notes if you want “Ribs only” (4ribs), “half & half white or dark” (Ribs and Chicken 2 ribs & 1/4 Chicken) or “Chicken only” (1/2 Chicken).
example:
1 ribs only
1 half & half (dark meat)
1 chicken only

Dress Casual

Special Thank You to our Volunteers:
All the cooks listed above
Adela Bradlee – Server
Marsha Ingram – Server & Kitchen Help
Janice Preacher – Server
Bill Tardiff – for 3 coolers
Janice Preacher – cooler
Elaine Gehret – Server

Brought to you by the Special
Events Committee
Jon Koob, Coordinator
Jon – Lead Contact at 631-8736
to volunteer 

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RSVP deadline is past

Saturday ORC Sock Hop, Music by Wayne Rowe

Saturday April 29, 2017 7:00 PM
 

Ortega River Club
High School Sock Hop

Music by Wayne Rowe

The Sock Hop

Doors Open at 6:30 pm
Wayne plays from 7:30 pm – 11 pm
Members $5, Guests $10

In preparation for the Sock Hop, Wayne and Shirley will be teaching “The Stroll” on Thursday, April 27th!  Attend this free dance lesson and join in the fun!

 Dress in your best 50s attire and join us on the dance floor! It’s a fun-filled event with Wayne Rowe as DJ!  If your parents let you stay out late, we’ll twist the night away! 

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Everyone is invited to bring an appetizer or
Hors d’oeuvres
for all to share

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Dress: Sock Hop Attire or Casual

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