Old Farmers Ball: Tory Horner and Larry Unger with Terry Doyle calling
A free beginner lesson leads into a lively contra dance with caller-led figures and live old-time tunes from Tory Horner and Larry Unger. Expect three hours of fast-paced partner sets and community social dancing in a bright gym hall.
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