If you were ever a boy or a girl scout, you probably still treasure those cloth “badges” you loved to earn and show off. Each badge brings back its own memories. Each one symbolized a goal achieved or an experience shared. Moreover, every scout recognizes what it takes to get those “cooking”, “citizenship” or “camping” badges. So it is with square dance FUN-dangles!

Traditional western square dancing will always be rooted in American history, with timeless calls like “Do Si Do” and other basics that never change. However, some dancers also enjoy adding a “modern twist” to the fun—earning “fun-dangles”. For example, dancing 7 nights in a row earns you an “Eager Beaver” badge. Helping a class through basics makes you a “Square Angel”. Dance barefoot on the beach for “Sand Flea”. To earn a “Purple Heart”, dance in a square with 3 callers! “Grasshopper” requires you to dance barefoot in the grass. Want a “Crackpot” dangle? Prepare to dance a tip in the bathroom—with the caller. For a “Venus” badge, you guessed it, dance a tip without hands. Fun-dangles attach to your club badge. They are great conversation starters, as dancers who’ve “been there and done that” compare notes. In short, there are more than 100 wacky ways to add fun to modern square dancing. Want to learn more about Square Dancing, lessons, local dances? Houston Square & Round Dance Council. Want to learn what dangles are available and how to earn them? Tagem! Engraving Fun Dangles. 

Garland Smith: Square Dance Caller & Entertainer

Square Dancing is a great activity for any kind of social event. Square Dancing provides a synergy and team-building experience that is unlike any other activity that I know of. Garland Smith specializes in providing square dance and line dance entertainment for parties and social events. Garland uses Square Dancing, line dancing, circle mixers, contras, and other specialty dances to provide a unique party experience that will leave you with a smile on your face and a song in your heart.