Sandy, I was able to help you with the date shake recipe....Here you go!

Anne

DATE SHAKE

2 c. dates
2 c. orange juice
1/2 c. milk
1 pt. vanilla ice cream

Coarsely chop dates; then blend in blender with 1 cup
orange juice until the dates are small bits. Add another cup
orange juice (juice complements the richness of the dates),
milk and the ice cream. Blend to a rich froth. Serve in tall
glasses that have been garnished with orange slices.
This recipe comes from California and makes a beautiful,
refreshing and different drink. Very festive.