TBA & Hot Wasabi
Door only
Swingin' Tern presents
TBA
with
Hot Wasabi
TBA
We’re in the process of booking a caller that will cook with Hot Wasabi.
Hot Wasabi
Hot Wasabi features Dave Miller, Chris Carpenter, and Roberta Goren who have been playing for contra dancing together in several different bands for over three decades. Roberta is a retired public school music teacher who plays flute at a variety of secular and religious gigs. Dave converted from classical violin to dance and Celtic fiddle long ago. Chris plays mandolin, guitar, clarinet and whistle among other instruments. He has played for contra dancing for many years in Philly, New Jersey, New York, and New England.
USEFUL INFORMATION:
- We have a sliding admission scale of $15 to $20+ for adults. If you are able, you can allow us to continue booking this amazing talent by paying $20 or more at the door. If that’s a stretch, stay at the regular $15 or volunteer and get in for free. Student admission is $5. We accept Apple/Google Pay and credit cards.
- Newcomers are welcome to come at 7pm for an introductory lesson on the basics of contra dancing. No partner is necessary. All dances are taught with a “walk-through” by the caller.
- Masks and vaccines are optional.
- All dances at Swingin’ Tern are called to the gender-neutral terms Larks & Robins.
- We have open windows on three sides and air-conditioning when needed.
- Our dance is two blocks from the Chatham station on the Morris/Essex line out of Penn Station, NYC.
- We welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.
- Please bring your own water bottle. Water bottles may be filled at the orange Igloo cooler.
- Wear comfortable clothing. Contra dancing is aerobic. We prefer you carry in your shoes.
- We are a friendly, inclusive group. Pack plenty of smiles!Â
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.