Everyone is welcome to these community social events. The evening begins with easy dances for newcomers, and all dances are taught. You don't need experience or a partner; bring yourself, a snack to share, and a smile. Join us a few minutes early to get signed in and ready for our workshop at 7:00 to learn the basics. Dancing starts at 7:30 and ends at 10 pm. Adults $12 Youth $8 Members $10 Music audience $5 For more info, call: 417-529-4526, or email: ivyandroses@juno.com

Springfield, Missouri Contra Dances 2026 Join us at Kings Way United Methodist, 2401 S Lone Pine Ave, Springfield, MO! Use the South Driveway entrance, and then look for Family Life Center entrance. Link to Google Map Directions 7:00-10 pm ATTENTION DANCERS! Save the Dates! March 21^st - Music by Julie Henigan, fiddle; David Scrivner, guitar; callers Mike Bolin & Lynn Scott April 4^th - Music by Luke Cormier, fiddle; Steve Scott, guitar & mandolin; Lynn Scott, tenor guitar; caller Mike Bolin April 18^th - Music by Russel Branch Folk Bank: Elissa Dodson, fiddle; Clay Dodson, bodhran; Margaret Dodson, cello; Ameilia Dodson, fiddle; Susannah Dodson, fiddle; William Dodson, guitar; callers Mike Bolin & Lynn Scott May 2^nd - Music by 32 Bartenders: Tom Verdot, fiddle; Marcia McGuire, piano; Thom Howard, guitar & mandolin; Rebecca Logan, flute & whistle; caller, Jim Thaxter May 16^th - Music by ScottsAreOut!: Steve Scott, fiddle; Lynn Scott, guitar; Mark Carr, bass; John Sommerer, mandolin; caller Mike Bolin May 30^th - Special 5^th Saturday ADVANCED DANCE for experienced contra dancers only! Music by Alisha Thomas, fiddle; David Scrivner, fiddle; and friends; caller Mike Bolin. Check with Mike Bolin for more details on this dance. June 6^th - Music by The Buffalo Creek Incident: Lee Ann Sours, fiddle; Teresa Tanner, banjo; Paul Fuhrmeister, bass; callers Mike Bolin & Lynn Scott June 20^th - Music by 32 Bartenders: Tom Verdot, fiddle; Marcia McGuire, piano; Thom Howard, guitar & mandolin; Rebecca Logan, flute & whistle; caller, Jim Thaxter Join the Traditional Dance and Music Society of the Ozarks on our Facebook page. Join us there to get Facebook invites to all TDMSO hosted events.

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