Everyone is welcome to these community social events. The evening begins with easy dances for newcomers, and all dances are taught. You don't need experience or a partner, bring yourself and a smile.

 

Pre-dance Workshop at 7:00 to learn the basics.

Dance starts at 7:30 and ends at 10:30.

Adults      $6
Students   $4
Members  $4

For more info, call:
417-862-8681, or email: springfieldcontra@hotmail.com

 

Springfield, Missouri Dances
May – June 2012

All Dances: First and Third Saturday at Northview Center
(unless otherwise noted)

301 E Talmage, at Doling Park, Springfield, MO

From Kearney take either N Robberson or N Booneville to Talmage. 
The entrance to Doling Park is on the north side of Talmage.

7:00-10:30 pm

Please wear soft soled shoes

May 5th: Spring Potluck Dinner and Dance at Camp Shawio - From St Louis, MO – Old-time Music: Mound City Slickers: David Crossley, fiddle; Bill Stewart, fiddle; Roy Farwell, guitar; Sean Ruprecht-Belt, banjo-uke; Bob Clarke, banjo-mandolin; Gloria Johnson Scarlet, caller
Join us at 6:00 sharp for a potluck meal.  Dance starts at 7:30 and ends at 10:30.

May 19th: From Fayetteville, AR – Old-time Music from the Ozarks and Beyond: Fork & Knife: Pete Howard, fiddle; Matt Cartier, banjo, cello; Gretchn Schlump, guitar; Debra Harpe, caller

June 3rd: Please note that the 1st Saturday Dance has been moved to a Sunday evening dance at Northview Center.  Pre-dance Workshop at 7 pm.  Dance starts at 7:30 and ends at 10:30 pm.  
Traditional and Original Tunes: Shortleaf: Mike Fraser, fiddle; Tenley Hansen, piano; Joe Conklin, guitar; Roger Fox, accordion;  Gloria Johnson Scarlet, caller

June 16th: Ugly Bug Ball & Caller Open Mic - From Galena, MO – Missouri & Missouri Valley Fiddle Tunes: Kim and Jim Lansford: Kim Lansford, piano; Jim Lansford, fiddle; Debra Harpe, caller
The theme is an Ugly Bug Ball, so check out your closet and see what might fit that description.  Perhaps you’ve got a pin, tie, shirt, or skirt that features an ugly bug, or if not wear your least favorite outfit.  Hope to see some ugly bugs at our contra dance.  Just how creative are you? 
We’re also featuring an open mic night for callers.  If you’ve always wanted to try your hand at calling then this is the night for you.  Bring your favorite contra dance to call and we’ll give you a chance to try your hand at the other side of the mic.  Our featured caller will be coordinating this so we have a fun evening for our callers and dancers alike! 

  Join the Traditional Dance and Music Society of the Ozarks on our Traditional Dance and Music Society Facebook page.  Join us there to get Facebook invites to all TDMSO hosted events. 

 

 








 

 

 

 

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