Mt. Airy Contra Dance

DEANNA PALUMBO calling with RAVEN & GOOSE: Corwin Zekley (fiddle), Grace Fellows (piano)

Role Term this week and every week: Larks and Robins

Beginner lesson: 7:30
Dance time: 8 pm to 10:30 pm
The evening will include a break that can be taken outside, and we usually have snacks at the break!
Masks are optional tonight and every Thursday.

Admission: Sliding Scale Admission: Pay what you wish. this is a local band, so suggested admission is:
Local Bands: $10 - $15 - $20+

$10. - those who require discounted admission
$15.+ - helps others come to the dance, keeps our bank account healthy and allows us to pay the performers closer to what they are worth.

You may pay any amount within the scale (or more). Thanks for supporting our dance!
Free admission for children 12 and under if they are able to follow our COVID precautions.

Please carry in clean, soft soled shoes (not used outside) to avoid damage to the floor.

COVID Safety:
- Please read: Vaccinations are encouraged but not required to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission
- Feeling Sick on any dance night? Stay home! Please show care for the community and we'll see you next time. Dances will be every week as long as cases remain low. Thank you for your honesty and concern for others in our community.

Did someone say SNACKS? Dancers are encouraged to bring finger foods to share at the break. NO PEANUTS OR PEANUT BUTTER, Please! We will provide water and cups, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable container for water.

HELP IS NEEDED FOR THIS DANCE TO HAPPEN! Volunteers are needed for set-up, and the check-in process (waivers/card checking) and clean-up. Contact Rich Myers at Rich@thursdaycontra.com, if you would like to help.

We are looking forward to dancing with you.
Please write to board@thursdaycontra.com if you have any questions.

The Board: Ian Brehm (vice president), Christian Clothier, Kirsten Erwin, Navonna Garrett, Oliver Lyons, Rich Myers (Treasurer), Dave Rupp (President) , Peter Schiano (Vice President), Adlai Waksman, Ella Williams, Jess Purvis (records czar)

DAVE RUPP calling with KALEIDOSCOPE: Minda Cowen (fiddle), Larry Unger (guitar, banjo, jaw harp), Dominique Gagne (flute), Marco Brehm (bass)

Role Term this week and every week: Larks and Robins

Beginner lesson: 7:30
Dance time: 8 pm to 10:30 pm
The evening will include a break that can be taken outside, and we usually have snacks at the break!
Masks are optional tonight and every Thursday.

Admission: Sliding Scale Admission: Pay what you wish. this is a local band, so suggested admission is:
Local Bands: $10 - $15 - $20+

$10. - those who require discounted admission
$15.+ - helps others come to the dance, keeps our bank account healthy and allows us to pay the performers closer to what they are worth.

You may pay any amount within the scale (or more). Thanks for supporting our dance!
Free admission for children 12 and under if they are able to follow our COVID precautions.

Please carry in clean, soft soled shoes (not used outside) to avoid damage to the floor.

COVID Safety:
- Please read: Vaccinations are encouraged but not required to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission
- Feeling Sick on any dance night? Stay home! Please show care for the community and we'll see you next time. Dances will be every week as long as cases remain low. Thank you for your honesty and concern for others in our community.

Did someone say SNACKS? Dancers are encouraged to bring finger foods to share at the break. NO PEANUTS OR PEANUT BUTTER, Please! We will provide water and cups, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable container for water.

HELP IS NEEDED FOR THIS DANCE TO HAPPEN! Volunteers are needed for set-up, and the check-in process (waivers/card checking) and clean-up. Contact Rich Myers at Rich@thursdaycontra.com, if you would like to help.

We are looking forward to dancing with you.
Please write to board@thursdaycontra.com if you have any questions.

The Board: Ian Brehm (vice president), Christian Clothier, Kirsten Erwin, Navonna Garrett, Oliver Lyons, Rich Myers (Treasurer), Dave Rupp (President) , Peter Schiano (Vice President), Adlai Waksman, Ella Williams, Jess Purvis (records czar)

DAVE WINSTON coordinating local callers to the tunes of SPUDS: Philly's phabulous open contradance band!

Role Term this week and every week: Larks and Robins

Beginner lesson: 7:30
Dance time: 8 pm to 10:30 pm
The evening will include a break that can be taken outside, and we usually have snacks at the break!
Masks are optional tonight and every Thursday.

Admission: Sliding Scale Admission: Pay what you wish. this is a local band, so suggested admission is:
Local Bands: $10 - $15 - $20+

$10. - those who require discounted admission
$15.+ - helps others come to the dance, keeps our bank account healthy and allows us to pay the performers closer to what they are worth.

You may pay any amount within the scale (or more). Thanks for supporting our dance!
Free admission for children 12 and under if they are able to follow our COVID precautions.

Please carry in clean, soft soled shoes (not used outside) to avoid damage to the floor.

COVID Safety:
- Please read: Vaccinations are encouraged but not required to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission
- Feeling Sick on any dance night? Stay home! Please show care for the community and we'll see you next time. Dances will be every week as long as cases remain low. Thank you for your honesty and concern for others in our community.

Did someone say SNACKS? Dancers are encouraged to bring finger foods to share at the break. NO PEANUTS OR PEANUT BUTTER, Please! We will provide water and cups, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable container for water.

HELP IS NEEDED FOR THIS DANCE TO HAPPEN! Volunteers are needed for set-up, and the check-in process (waivers/card checking) and clean-up. Contact Rich Myers at Rich@thursdaycontra.com, if you would like to help.

We are looking forward to dancing with you.
Please write to board@thursdaycontra.com if you have any questions.

The Board: Ian Brehm (vice president), Christian Clothier, Kirsten Erwin, Navonna Garrett, Oliver Lyons, Rich Myers (Treasurer), Dave Rupp (President) , Peter Schiano (Vice President), Adlai Waksman, Ella Williams, Jess Purvis (records czar)

• Masks are Optional but will be welcomed.
• Vaccination/Booster strongly encouraged.
• This policy is subject to change
• Our goal is to ensure a healthy dance community.
• See Website for more details (Third Saturday Contra Dance in Mt. Airy PA)

This Saturday Night Contra Dance Series runs from September through May, and you can find some details about future dances here:
Third Saturday Contra Dance in Mt. Airy PA

Expect friendly people of all ages and expect to have fun! No experience is necessary. You can come with friends or come solo, but you will have no problem finding partners with this sociable crowd. Every dance is taught, and there are plenty of experienced dancers ready to help you. Contra dancers say, "As long as you are smiling, you are doing it right"

For more info on contra dance in general please see: ThursdayContra.com For a video and descriptive and beautifully written blog please see: https://psalmboxkey.com/2015/09/13/mt-airy-contra-dancing-with-your-neighbor/ (Video is towards the end of the blog).

Wear comfortable shoes and comfortable clothing. Skirts that twirl are fun, but really, wear whatever you want. Sometimes the room can get a little warm, so layers are good, and some folks bring an extra shirt to change into at the break. Water available throughout the dance but bring your own cup or bottle.