In addition to special events, we have three series of dances, all in Lawrence, Kansas:
Regular Dances Cost: Adult $7, Student $3, under 16 $2 Time: 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (Fall-Spring) When: Sept 20, Oct 18**, Nov 15**, Dec 20
(Third Saturdays monthly.) Where:Woodlawn School
at 508 Elm Street in North Lawrence
. (** special location / price)
Join us at 6:45 (sharp!) before regular dances for a Contradance Basics
Workshop: Learn the basic steps and movement patterns you will be using
that evening. Even if you can't attend the workshops, beginners are always
welcome. Please come early in the evening as we begin with comfortable dances
for newcomers.
Bloo Moon Advanced DanceCost: Adult $7, Student $3, under 16 $2 Time: 7:30 p.m. (Fall) When: November 29
(Fifth Saturdays of the month.) Where: Usually at Woodlawn School,
508 Elm Street in North Lawrence
Advanced dances are like our regular dances, but with minimal walkthroughs
and faster, more challenging dances for our experienced dancers. We encourage
beginners to try our beginner-friendly regular dances instead of this series.
General Notes:
No Partner Necessary. Please wear soft-soled shoes!
All dances are taught and prompted and feature live music.
Dress cool and casual - dancing is energetic activity!
Community Friendly:
Most dancers switch partners throughout the evening.
Please be sure to dance with newcomers as well as
your friends. Look for folks sitting out on the sides
who haven't had a chance to dance. They'll be happy you did!
Family Dances
Family dances feature easy to learn traditional dances for all ages and abilities.
Our family dance series is regrouping and will be on hiatus through the end of the year.
Volunteers to help organize and publicize the family dances would be most welcome.
Get more info at
www.yippeecoyote.com/familydance/,
or by phoning Jill at 785-841-5759.
For more information e-mail or phone (785) 749-1356.
Fall 2008 LBDA Dances
Don't forget - Fall dances start at 7:30 p.m.!
September 20 Saturday
Regular Dance at Woodlawn School7:30-10:30 p.m. Caller: Jerome Grisanti Music: Calliope (Dave Agee, Chris Martin, Frank Martin, Tom Schroeder)
There will be a potluck party following the dance (map available at dance).
Bring a snack to share, and (if you play) instruments to jam!
October 18 Saturday
Regular Dance at Stony Point Barn 6:00 p.m. Potluck 6:45 p.m. Beginners lesson 7:30-?? p.m. Dance Caller: Lisa Harris Music: White Mule (Genevieve Harrison, Smith Koester, Andy Gribble)
Please join us for the regular dance at a different location –
Stony Point Barn, south of Lawrence. This will be a special dance and
generous donations will be most helpful. Click here for a map.
Bring your favorite foods to share at the potluck – no kitchen facilities on site.
Come dance to the calling of Tom Hinds and music by Lit Splickety
with Mark Simos on fiddle, Brendan Doyle on 5-string banjo,
Jody Platt on tenor guitar, Jere Canote on guitar and banjo-uke,
Stuart Kenney on bass, and special guest Maxine Gerber on banjo & guitar.
Interesed in developing your calling skills? Come early for a pre-weekend calling workshop,
1:00 to 4:30 pm on Friday, Nov 14th. Registration is required for this workshop only.
Click here for more info about the calling workshop.
November 29 Saturday
Bloo Moon Advanced Dance at Woodlawn School7:30-10:30 p.m. Caller: Otis Watson Music: Fox on the Run (Jill Allen, Greg Allen, Mark Franzke)
December 20 Saturday
Regular Dance at Woodlawn School7:30-10:30 p.m. Caller: Jill Allen Music: Three Bean Salad (Mike Black, Mike Yoder, Dayle Dryer-Black)
Some non-LBDA music and dance events of likely interest...
Our spiffy t-shirts are usually available at the dances. For details, inquire at the dances, or email
.
Help celebrate 26+ years of LBDA dances: If you have a fond recollection or favorite moment from a past LBDA
dance, jot it down and email it to: .
See what some people have shared...
Lost and Found:
Missing something since the last dance? Claim your lost items at the dances.
Currently in the lost and found:
Merrell slip-on shoes
Women's heeled "character shoes"
4 men's silk ties
hot plate
sunglasses
grey kids sweat shirt 6/6X with "charm" and butterfly
black XL Nascar hoodie
black loose-knitted scarf
Abandoned items will be held for 60 days and then be donated to charity.
The items above will be redeemable until our regular dance June 21, then will be donated.
