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Swingin' Tern Contra Dances presents Karen Justin & Contra Rebels
Saturday, July 4th 7:30pm—10:30pm
[Beginners’ Workshop 7pm]
KAREN JUSTIN & CONTRA REBELS
Todd Clewell—fiddle; Barb Schmid—fiddle; Henry Koretzky—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 07928
KAREN JUSTIN
Karen Justin is a playful and engaging caller who delights in crafting programs with varied choreography. With a ready smile, she welcomes new and experienced dancers alike, inviting them to connect to the music and to each other.
Video at https://youtu.be/orV2oG72L0Y?si=wwPaYgr8aUUyIFhS&t=126
CONTRA REBELS
The Contra Rebels are fronted by the twin fiddles of musical and personal partners Todd Clewell and Barb Schmid, joined by the rhythm guitar of Henry Koretzky. The Contra Rebels have played for dances as far afield as Tennessee, Georgia, Oregon, and Washington State, and have a recording called Down the River. Video at https://youtu.be/h-SV9jBfeaw?si=pry_tsCtuKvlT0vt
For our full calendar, go to https://folkproject.org/swingin-tern/
There will be plenty of fireworks at the dance, but you can still catch Chatham’s 250th celebration of fireworks through the windows or in the parking lot. Fireworks will be launching from the middle school less than a mile west of the church.
USEFUL INFORMATION:
• * We have 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 is $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 & Robins. Dance whatever role you’re comfortable with.
• Our hall is air-conditioned along with windows on all four sides of the room.
• 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!
Event Links
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3703311-0
