Nightly Details
Friday Nights
Friday night dances are usually at the Morningside Baptist Church (Directions). Dancing starts at 8:00 pm.
Admission
- $7
- Dancers under 16 - $3
- Non-dancers under 16 are admitted for free
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Friends and folks “just wanting to hear the band” are welcome at all events and are expected to pay admission
Beginner Classes
Friday beginner's classes start at 7:30 (really, not 7:45 or 7:59 — because the dance starts at 8, beginner classes can't run late).
The first time you come to a beginner class, you get free admission to the dance the next week.
Shoes
- All dancers should bring clean shoes, carried in and not worn outside, to change into for dancing.
- We will inspect your dance shoes when you enter the gym.
- Dance shoes must be free from grit, dust from the last dance, etc. Please brush them off before putting them away or before using them on our floor.
- Soles and heels of smooth or soft leather, or non-marking rubber/vinyl, are strongly advised.
- Bare feet are okay, as are socks – but do be careful!
- Heels should be at least 1-1/2 inches across. Low heels are much preferred.
- If you have a medical or safety concern regarding footwear, let us know.
For more additional information, refer to our Q&A about this policy – including why we have it.
Volunteers
Can you volunteer to help at a Friday night dance? If so, please contact George Snyder at snyderg100 at yahoo.com or 404-371-0191.
After the Dance
Please stay and help clean up and put away equipment. This dance belongs to all of us and everyone is needed to help make it happen. Dancers and musicians often meet at Manuel's Tavern for food, drink, jokes, singing and conversation. (Map)
Tuesday Nights
We hold Tuesday night dances roughly every-other-week. They start at 7:30 at the Messiah Lutheran Church and are $3. (Directions)
Music
On Tuesday nights there is a core band and all musicians are welcome to play with the band. The core band selects and starts each tune, then the other musicians chime in.