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Saturday, April
6, 2024
We hold Contra Dances in the Upstate of South Carolina. Our Saturday dances are held the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month at the River Falls Lodge which is located at 100 River Falls Lodge Road, Marietta, South Carolina 29661.
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Admission to regular dances: Ages 14 and above– $10 cash; under 14 free if accompanied and supervised by a paying individual 16 or older. No coins please!
Are you a beginner? We strongly encourage you to attend our FREE beginner classes before every dance. Class starts at 7:30 PM. This is your chance to learn the basics of Contra dancing or just refresh what you know.
Please park completely on the grass. We want to make the roads clear for emergency vehicles to be able to easily get through. We also do not want to have any problems with the law. If possible, car pool to save on parking space. Thank you for your attention on this matter.
CAMPING is available on the grounds for $5 per person. Showers and bathrooms are available.
Check out our potluck dinner! We will periodically host potlucks before or after special events such as the Monster Mash dance or board meetings, but will announce them ahead of time, so stay posted and/or sign up to receive notification through the Yahoo Groups email updates.
Consider serving a term (or two) on our board. Harvest Moon Folk Society is always looking for a few good folks who would help give back to the contra dancing community. More information from any board member, or at the entry desk at any RFL dance. Please fill out the Board Application form to join our dedicated group of volunteers.
Tuesday, April
9, 2024
The TL Collective was founded by Micaela Taylor in 2016, ignited by her passion to create engaging and diverse work. One of today’s most in-demand choreographers, Taylor’s versatile 8-member company will make their Peace Center debut this April. The TL Collective will perform BlueNav, a new work focusing on the unified calm during the storm. Inspired by the story of a United States Army Corporal who served as a combat medic with an infantry company in World War II, Desmond Doss, who saved 75 men in combat trapped at the top of the escarpment.
Micaela Taylor is the face of the future, with one of the most critically acclaimed dance companies on the West Coast.
“Athletic and graceful. Precise and fluid.”
–The LA Times
Wednesday, April
10, 2024
Come learn South Carolina’s State dance, the Shag! Visit Spare Time Entertainment every Wednesday evening at 6pm for the beginner class and 6:40 for the intermediate class ($10 for the lessons). EACH MONTH, a new series of lessons RESTARTS for the beginner class. So, be sure to begin the first week of each month if it is your first time!
After the classes we have renowned DJ’s that will play for a FREE social dance until 10pm! Enjoy dinner, drinks, and dancing!
Thursday, April
11, 2024
This dance is fragrance-free (no perfume, cologne, strong deodorant, etc.), out of respect for those with sensitivities.
Schedule
- Every Thursday night (except as indicated on the calendar)
- Beginner lesson at 7:30 pm (advanced dancers are welcome to help out during the lesson!)
- Dance 8 pm – 11 pm
Cost
- Non-members: $12
- OFB Members: $10
- Warren Wilson community: $1
If this is your first time dancing with us, your second dance is free!
Saturday, April
13, 2024
Ballet Spartanburg’s CARMINA BURANA – ONE NIGHT ONLY
Please join us for champagne at 7:00 pm in the Twichell lobby with the performance following at 7:30 pm.
Beautiful. Gripping. Dynamic. Set to the powerful music of German composer Carl Orff, Carmina Burana tells the story of the cycle of life and love. Based on original poems written by Bavarian monks in the 11th to 13th centuries, Carmina Burana’s riveting score performed by The Spartanburg Master Chorale & Orchestra Petrie School of Music at Converse University. Choreography by Carlos Agudelo highlights the strength of the Professional Company and the passion of dance.
Noted as one of the most intense ballets of our century, Carmina Burana is a breathtaking and compelling finale of the 2023-2024 Ballet Spartanburg’s season.
Sunday, April
14, 2024
Our mission is to bring joy to our community by cultivating folk and social dance and music traditions.
Our vision is of people coming together to experience the joy of dance and music.
Wednesday, April
17, 2024
Tech After Five connects the tech community. We invite IT Professionals, Startups, Entrepreneurs and their community of support to come together and make meaningful professional connections.
You may be looking for work or looking to hire. You might be looking for customers or prospects. You may need co-founders, partners or mentors. We’ve got you covered.
Tech After Five is not like other networking events. We work particularly hard to make sure we get the right people in the room and then make sure it’s easy for you to find each other. Sign up using the right ticket type for you. We will then follow up with custom emails that let you know who you can expect to meet. We will print custom badges for the event that make it easy for you to find the people you are looking for.
We know that networking can be hard. We try to make it as easy as possible for you to meet the right people. We know that when smart people come together we can make things happen. We hope you will join us and become part of our community.
Thursday, April
18, 2024
This dance is fragrance-free (no perfume, cologne, strong deodorant, etc.), out of respect for those with sensitivities.
Schedule
- Every Thursday night (except as indicated on the calendar)
- Beginner lesson at 7:30 pm (advanced dancers are welcome to help out during the lesson!)
- Dance 8 pm – 11 pm
Cost
- Non-members: $12
- OFB Members: $10
- Warren Wilson community: $1
If this is your first time dancing with us, your second dance is free!
Saturday, April
20, 2024
We hold Contra Dances in the Upstate of South Carolina. Our Saturday dances are held the first, third and fifth Saturdays of each month at the River Falls Lodge which is located at 100 River Falls Lodge Road, Marietta, South Carolina 29661.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
Admission to regular dances: Ages 14 and above– $10 cash; under 14 free if accompanied and supervised by a paying individual 16 or older. No coins please!
Are you a beginner? We strongly encourage you to attend our FREE beginner classes before every dance. Class starts at 7:30 PM. This is your chance to learn the basics of Contra dancing or just refresh what you know.
Please park completely on the grass. We want to make the roads clear for emergency vehicles to be able to easily get through. We also do not want to have any problems with the law. If possible, car pool to save on parking space. Thank you for your attention on this matter.
CAMPING is available on the grounds for $5 per person. Showers and bathrooms are available.
Check out our potluck dinner! We will periodically host potlucks before or after special events such as the Monster Mash dance or board meetings, but will announce them ahead of time, so stay posted and/or sign up to receive notification through the Yahoo Groups email updates.
Consider serving a term (or two) on our board. Harvest Moon Folk Society is always looking for a few good folks who would help give back to the contra dancing community. More information from any board member, or at the entry desk at any RFL dance. Please fill out the Board Application form to join our dedicated group of volunteers.
Regular 3rd Sat of the month Square dance .
Tom Pustinger calling squares and Nancy Pustinger cueing line dances between Square dance tips.
Our club dances at:
Holy Communion Lutheran Church’s
Gillespie Center Hall
1430 John B. White Blvd (Route 296)
Spartanburg, SC
Square Dance Attire is Admired — Not Required
$6 donation requested per dancer and Visitors are Always WELCOME!
Free admittance to watch Modern Square Dancing and partake of our snacks and good will for the evening anytime club members are dancing.
Sunday, April
21, 2024
Old Farmer’s Ball hosts family dances and waltzes at the Harvest House Community Center.
Monday, April
22, 2024
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Have you been looking to learn more about technology but don’t know where to start? Whether you are looking to learn how to operate your mouse, kick up your typing speed, learn how to browse the internet, set up an email account or if you think you need just a bit more help with library resources come to this open lab. A library staff member will give you a crash course in improving your technology skills while also introducing you to some of the great library resources that can help you move forward.
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Thursday, April
25, 2024
We will discuss markets, software, strategies, and any topics of interest to traders.
Beginner’s workshop lesson at 7:30 P.M., then 8-11 P.M. Contra Dance with Country Waltzing at the break and the final dance. This is a partner dance but it’s not necessary to come with a partner. We have different live bands and callers.
This dance is fragrance-free (no perfume, cologne, strong deodorant, etc.), out of respect for those with sensitivities.
Schedule
- Every Thursday night (except as indicated on the calendar)
- Beginner lesson at 7:30 pm (advanced dancers are welcome to help out during the lesson!)
- Dance 8 pm – 11 pm
Cost
- Non-members: $12
- OFB Members: $10
- Warren Wilson community: $1
If this is your first time dancing with us, your second dance is free!
Friday, April
26, 2024
During his days in middle school, Roger’s favorite pastime is to daydream about life as a pirate. One day during history class, Roger notices outside that his crush, Lila, has gotten caught in a nasty storm that came out of nowhere. Roger’s knowledge of the confidence and bravery it takes to be a pirate leads him to run out and save her. The storm gets the best of him though, and he collapses on the ground. When he wakes up, he finds himself on a beach. Confused as to why he is here, he begins to investigate. He notices he is surrounded by people who an evil ruler seemingly leads.
Interestingly enough, this ruler looks a lot like his middle school principal. Still trying to grasp what is happening around him, he notices Lila has become a princess and has been captured by the evil ruler. He decides to try and rescue her and everyone under his rule. Suddenly, another storm breaks, and Roger finds himself once again back in his classroom. Confused by all that has happened, he wonders if it was all just a dream or if he really was a pirate saving his princess.
Saturday, April
27, 2024
During his days in middle school, Roger’s favorite pastime is to daydream about life as a pirate. One day during history class, Roger notices outside that his crush, Lila, has gotten caught in a nasty storm that came out of nowhere. Roger’s knowledge of the confidence and bravery it takes to be a pirate leads him to run out and save her. The storm gets the best of him though, and he collapses on the ground. When he wakes up, he finds himself on a beach. Confused as to why he is here, he begins to investigate. He notices he is surrounded by people who an evil ruler seemingly leads.
Interestingly enough, this ruler looks a lot like his middle school principal. Still trying to grasp what is happening around him, he notices Lila has become a princess and has been captured by the evil ruler. He decides to try and rescue her and everyone under his rule. Suddenly, another storm breaks, and Roger finds himself once again back in his classroom. Confused by all that has happened, he wonders if it was all just a dream or if he really was a pirate saving his princess.
Thursday, May
2, 2024
Join us for the monthly DEF CON 864 group meeting online and in-person.
- In-person at Hughes Main Library meeting room A
- Online details are posted in our Discord.
- Discord invite is on our website at dc864.org.
All meetings are free and open to the public.
We have a very open format, so join in and let us know what your interests are that you’d like to see from this group.
We leave an hour to going over member projects and interests. Have a Raspberry Pi project or build a custom drone? Bring it in and show us how you did it. Creating your own set of scripts for system reconnaissance? We’d love to see it.
This dance is fragrance-free (no perfume, cologne, strong deodorant, etc.), out of respect for those with sensitivities.
Schedule
- Every Thursday night (except as indicated on the calendar)
- Beginner lesson at 7:30 pm (advanced dancers are welcome to help out during the lesson!)
- Dance 8 pm – 11 pm
Cost
- Non-members: $12
- OFB Members: $10
- Warren Wilson community: $1
If this is your first time dancing with us, your second dance is free!