Just as taking a break from the rigors of seasonal chores at events such asbarn dances was a popular form of entertainment for farm families back in the 1930s, so was the chance to show off the fruits of their harvest and talents in their kitchen with a pie-baking contest.

The Gay Gordons,barn dances and rock 'n' roll were among the dances recalled by Les who had special memories of his former dance partner.

The church chose to raise money last year for the organisation's Albania programme and raised PS2,500 for the cause after holding Ritz-style afternoon teas,barn dances, concerts, chocolate bingo, coffee mornings and other events.

They will host concerts, competitions andbarn dances. There will be live music and dancers from Wales and international performers.

Funds are being raised through a variety of events including bag packing,barn dances and raffles, in addition to donations, in order to meet the pounds 38,000 cost.

If you're looking for some good, old-fashioned exercise country-style, the city of Eugene's Adult Services program offersbarn dances from 7 p.m.

Since 1994, the group has been active in the Vale by organising regular treasure hunts, quizzes andbarn dances and encouraging local businesses to contribute raffle prizes and auction items.

A total of 60 children from Amble and the town's St Cuthbert's first schools will be singing traditional Tyneside songs and performingbarn dances at Alnwick Playhouse on Wednesday, April 2, from 7.30pm.

The hayloft (32 feet by 85 feet) will be open forbarn dances, country music night and other museum events.

Activities including a Christmas disco, sponsored keep fit sessions, the Wordsley fun run, table sales, raffles,barn dances and fish and chip suppers have helped to raise the cash.

Those searching for the 'Old West', with its cowboys, Indians, red-jacketed Mounties and buffalo, will still find it reflected in country community gatherings: rodeos,barn dances, and colourful Aboriginal pow-wows.