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1980 - 81 ROSTER ISSUE

Like the ticks of a clock, the appearance of the annual IJA Newsletter membership roster represents time passed in juggling history. But, the increasing thickness of the roster also weighs the growth of this organization, which is hopefully a barometer of the popularity of juggling in general.

For the first time ever, the IJA enters a new year with a membership of over 1,000 --- 1 ,300 to be explicit. It took 30 years for us to attain a four-figure membership, but popular movements seem to grow exponentially rather than mathematically. That fact indicates that the next digit should not be so long in coming!

To help maintain our fraternity's strength and nurture its growth, members should pay dues promptly and encourage others to join. The amount you owe to maintain membership in 1981 is printed beside your name on the address label. Sharp-eyed people may have already noticed an increase in dues to $10 individual and $12 family. This was recommended by the Board of Directors and approved by a vote of the membership at the Annual Meeting during the convention in Fargo last summer.

Please cut out or copy your address label and mail it, along with a check made out to "IJA," to:

International Jugglers Association, PO Box 29 Kenmore, NY 14217

The IJA Board of Directors begins the New Year with resolution to improve its prestige in the juggling movement. Our 30-plus years of torch-bearing thus far have certainly established the organization as a major force in juggling. However, when the ranks begin to swell, torch-bearing will be no substitute for leadership.

To become the recognized chief of a tribe, one must gain extraordinary insight into peoples' feelings, and then interpret that into action that others will follow.

You will read about current efforts to popularize juggling in future Newsletters. Those same pages are available for your reaction and suggestions for future action. Please exercise that prerogative.

Juggling can be as popular as frisbee, soccer or bowling. Achieving this, it will provide experts a better forum for their skills and lesser practitioners the support of masses. The current Directors accept their duty in this challenge purposefully and eagerly.

Cleveland in '81

Ever considered vacationing in Cleveland, OH? Plan on it this summer, to attend the 34th IJA convention July 14 - 19 at Case Western Reserve University. More details in future Newsletters, or call Terry Butler if you've gotta know now!