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Swingin’ Tern Contra Dances

October 7, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

$5 – $15

Contra dancing with callers Sue Gola and Karen Justin with live music by Jaybird.

A long-time contra dancer, Sue Gola was drawn into calling contras in 2014. Since then, she has called at dances both large and small throughout the Northeast. Sue gives instructions concisely and clearly, and has a friendly way about her that makes dancers feel welcome.

A rising star among the new callers, Karen Justin has wowed the dancers with her engaging personality, calm teaching, and choice of dances.

Jaybird! … sassy rhythms, down-to-earth grooves, flights of fancy … contra dance heaven. With buttons and strings, Jaybird mixes complex rhythms and joyful energy fueling contra dance mayhem. Jaybird! features Jody Kruskal on Anglo concertina, Sam Zygmuntowicz on fiddle, and Danny Weiss on guitar.

Admission: $15 General Admission, $5 Students

Beginner’s Workshop before the dance, 7:00pm – 7:30pm.

OTHER INFO

Masks and proof of vaccination are no longer required.

We once again welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.

Please bring your own water bottle with your name on it. Water bottles may be filled at the kitchen sink.

All dances are now called to the gender-neutral terms Larks & Robins.

Details

Date:
October 7, 2023
Time:
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Cost:
$5 – $15
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Website:
https://folkproject.org/mec-events/tern-20231007/

Organizer

The Folk Project
Email
Troubadour@folkproject.org
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Venue

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
29 Hillview Ave.
Morris Plains, NJ United States
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