"The Easily Distracted" band is Mary Fraser (fiddle) and Peter Siegel (mandolin, guitar).
Mary Fraser plays old time fiddle for dances and has extensive classical music training. Peter Siegel is a founding member of The Gaslight Tinkers whose repertoire includes dixieland, old time fiddle, and Afro-Caribbean influences. Tommy Linden’s calling will inspire your dancing all night!
WHEN:
Wednesday, August 20
7:00pm beginner lesson
7:30pm - 10:00pm dance (with a short break in middle)
WHERE:
Pacific Lodge Hall, 99 Main St, Amherst, MA 01002
COST:
$15 - $20 general
$10 - $15 students (we have a *limited number* of free admissions for Five College students... arrive early and ask!)
FREE for volunteers: email
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Free admission for 1st time dancers if you arrive at 7:00 for the lesson.
No one will be turned away for lack of funds while the Dancing for All Fund lasts. Ask at the door for more details.
COVID precautions:
N95 or equivalent required, worn snugly unless taking a sip of water. Windows will be open, with box fans for increased ventilation. If you have any symptoms, please stay home and rest, and we will see you next dance.
Bring your water bottle.
Join our MEETUP group for the same dance info, but without the noise of social media! We will be posting in both places.
Step 1: Join Meetup
Step 2: Join Downtown Amherst Contra Dance group:
https://www.meetup.com/downtown-amherst-contra-dance/events/307469100/?
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