

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Swingin' Tern: Alyssa Adkins + Gus & Pepin
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 10:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Saturday, January 3rd 7:30pm—10:30pm
[Beginners’ Workshop 7pm]
ALYSSA [LYSS] ADKINS + GUS &amp; PEPIN
Gus La Casse—fiddle; Pepin Mittelhauser—tenor guitar
Admission $15 - $20+ [sponsor] * /  Students $5
We now accept Apple/Google Pay and credit cards
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ
Vaccination and Masks Optional

Gus &amp; Pepin are the perfect duo, bringing us Jigs &amp; Reels that will have us dancing like Fred Astaire &amp; Ginger Rogers, making magic like Ziegfeld &amp; Roy, laughing like Abbott &amp; Costello, and performing like Barnum &amp; Bailey. Gus &amp; Pepin pair well with Alyssa who couples Larks &amp; Robins, Heys &amp; Chains, Circles &amp; Stars, and Balances &amp; Swings. Brace yourselves, the twain shall meet as we double up for twosome entertainment before saying deuces.

ALYSSA [LYSS] ADKINS 
When you ask a Muppet to masquerade as a human and call a contra dance, you get Alyssa [Lyss] Adkins. Dancers consistently describe their teaching and calling as clear, joyful, and energetic. An experienced contra dancer, folk waltz and fusion dance teacher, she stays precise and concise in her communication so everyone can more fully enjoy the dance, the music, and each other. Video at https://youtu.be/QOB1QsVD2b0?si=ShCC7ZsQyfzqUcXF&amp;t=1

GUS &amp; PEPIN 
Gus La Casse brings his incredible energy, innovative spirit, and dedication to Maine’s music traditions. Gus is known across North America for his raw energy and talent. Joining Gus is versatile multi-instrumentalist Pepin Mittelhauser as they take the stage to share the fiddle music they each grew up with in Downeast Maine.
Together, the dynamic duo of Gus &amp; Pepin is known to tear up the strings, driving the music forward with such power that casualties of broken bow hairs and snapped strings are all too common. Their infectious rhythms and compelling contradance performances will have you dancing the night away.
https://youtu.be/mQRviF9dPKc?si=POfiFD4v0MmCzaJR&amp;t=125
For our full calendar, go to https://folkproject.org/swingin-tern/

USEFUL INFORMATION:
•	* We have a 15 to a sliding admission scale of $15 to $20+ for adults. If you are able, you can allow us to continue booking this amazing talent by paying $20 or more at the door. If that's a stretch, stay at the regular $15 or volunteer and get in for free. Student admission remains at $5. We now accept Apple/Google Pay and credit cards.
•	Newcomers are welcome to come at 7pm for an introductory lesson on the basics of contra dancing before the evening dance.  No partner is necessary.  All dances are taught with a “walk-through” by the caller.
•	Vaccination and masks are optional.
•	All dances at Swingin’ Tern are called to the gender-neutral terms Larks &amp; Robins.  Dance whatever role you’re comfortable with.
•	Our hall has windows on all four sides of the room with air conditioning when needed.
•	Our dance is two blocks from the Chatham station on the Morris/Essex line out of Penn Station, NYC.
•	We welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.
•	Please bring your own water bottle. Water bottles may be filled at the orange Igloo cooler.
•	Wear comfortable clothing.  Contra dancing is aerobic.  We prefer you to carry in your shoes.
•	We are a friendly, inclusive group. Pack plenty of smiles! 
Please let us know if you’ll be attending by replying Going. If you're on the fence, click Interested to stay in the loop. You can also help us out by clicking on the Invite button at the top of this announcement and inviting friends you think would be interested in joining the fun.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chatham/swingin-tern-alyssa-adkins-gus-and-pepin/200029464973701
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, parties, performances, workshops, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Chatham
- **state**: NJ
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ
- **lat**: 40.740246194341
- **long**: -74.38021
- **full address**: 200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 17 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ, United States
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, entertainment, parties, performances, workshops, calendar
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Swingin' Tern: Alyssa Adkins + Gus & Pepin ?
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