
Open Band with Lauren Kriel calling
A beginner friendly contra dance night with a free 7:30–8:00 lesson followed by social dancing until 11. Expect lively traditional figures called by Lauren Kriel with Open Band music led by Laurie Fisher and Nic Coker.
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