Would you like to host or be hosted?

[Emily Smith]

. . and what does that mean, exactly?
If you live in Seattle and are new to these types of events, you're in a for a real treat! If you registered and you live in Seattle but opted out of housing, please consider changing your status so that you don't miss out of the fun! Here is a brief description of what it means to be a host:
*You meet lots of new people from different places who have something in common with you: they love to dance!
*You have the opportunity for dancing in your living room
*You may get automatic car-pool buddies
*You have someone to ask for your first dance when you get there
*You have someone to compare notes with for the workshops, and a potential practice partner for the duration of the weekend
*You now have a contact in another city in case you ever want to visit there, or your friends want to visit there an need somewhere free to stay
*You may get a free meal from your guests :)
*You get to experience your home being a welcoming place for strangers, and the excitement of the come and go of having guests
*You get on my awesome people list
*Having people to have constant dance conversation with will most likely improve your dancing


I could go on about how awesome hosting is, but I think you get the idea!

Out of towners, make sure you register before SEPTEMBER 30th to ensure you'll get housing. No promises for anyone who registers after that. And, THE SOONER YOUR REGISTER, THE MORE LIKELY YOU ARE TO GET EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED/WANT (if you're allergic to something or want to be close to the venues, etc).

Guest and host etiquette:
Don't steal.
Be considerate of your noise level when others are sleeping, even if it's noon.
Clean up after yourself.
Establish open communication and contact your host/guest before just showing up.
Be nice.
Avoid being "needy."


Your housing coordinator,
Emily Smith