Contra dancing is a fun, inter-generational activity. It’s good for the body, mind, and spirit! The South Coast Folk Society holds a dance on the second Saturday of each month from September through May at the Greenacres Grange. The dance is fun for the whole family – come alone or with friends; wear comfortable clothes and clean, soft-soled shoes. No experience or partner needed! The dance starts at 7:00 pm. The Greenacres Grange is located off Hwy 42 between Coos Bay and Coquille near milepost 3. The grange address is 93393 Greenacres Lane Coos Bay, OR 97420
Admission:
Adults $7
Seniors (over 60) and full-time students with student ID card $6
SCFS members $5
Supervised children under 6 free
Upcoming dances:
March 14: caller Karen Olsen & Friends; music Willow Creek
April 11: caller James Hutson; music Cultural Ecology
May 9: caller Greg McKenzie; music Beth Brown & Celtic Swings
Click here for a fabulous video of contra dancing in New Hampshire in the 1960s.
