Sue Gola & Smash the Windows
Sue’s breakthrough contras will Smash the Windows while keeping your awning a bay as you sash-ay across the floor. Not to be a pane or make a federal casement, but you’ll be double-hung and in a jamb if you miss this screentest. Don’t be blind or jalousie, drape yourself in something sheer or pleated before the final curtain.
Masks and proof of vaccination are no longer required as long as Morris County remains at the Yellow or Green level.
At the Orange level, masks [N/KN-95 or surgical] are required on all dance lines along with proof of vaccination. At any dance, we may announce that masks are required in all lines.
A long-time contra dancer, Sue Gola was drawn into calling contras in 2014. Since then, she has called at dances both large and small throughout the Northeast. Sue gives instructions concisely and clearly and has a friendly way about her that makes dancers feel welcome.
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Smash The Windows began as a Civil War period dance project in 2006 and branched out to play contras and festivals in 2007. Their music features Sligo-style Irish and New England jigs and reels but also includes Bluegrass and Old Timey tunes as well as a nice selection of waltzes and couples dances. Their motto: Dancing beats sitting every time! Smash the Windows features Bruce Young on guitar, Peggy Kaiser on piano, and Ryck Kaiser on fiddle.
COVID PROTOCOL
- Masks and proof of vaccination are no longer required as long as Morris County remains at the Yellow or Green level. At the Orange level, masks [N/KN-95 or surgical] are required on all dance lines along with proof of vaccination. At any dance, we may announce that masks are required in all lines.
- Our mask policy is based on the current rating for Morris County from the CDC which is posted by 8pm on the Thursday before each dance.
- Please bring your own water bottle with your name on it. Water bottles may be filled at the kitchen sink.
Hourly Schedule
Dance Schedule
- 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Beginner's Workshop
- Learn the basics or help the newcomers.
- 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- Dance
- The main event.