Book Launch - Tap Dancing at the Bluebird

Sunday, September 28, 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Join us for an lively event with author Christine Walker, dance teacher Starr Hergenrather, and exercise physiologist Suze Cohan in conversation about “Tap Dancing at the Bluebird,” Christine’s novel inspired by her love of dance, her grandmother’s Depression-era diaries, and the neuroscience of movement, music, and memory. The discussion will dip into American dance across the decades and how it reflects our multi-faceted culture. We’ll explore why dancing is good for the brain and the transformative power of dance for health, cognition, and feeling joyful. Starr will demo soft shoe, swing, and salsa and teach some steps. We’ll have a short party with music for dancing your own style.

Format: Book Talk, Dance Sampler, Dance Party + Intermission for refreshments & moving chairs

No tap shoes required. Bring your curiosity and desire to let loose and get in the groove!

Free Event!

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