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At the Worthington Community Center in historic Worthington Ohio.

Dance to the Music of

Elixir

And also

Gallimaufry

and

Michael Hamilton

Elixir is

Nils Fredland calling / trombone / vocals
Ethan Hazzard-Watkins fiddle
Jesse Readlynn trumpet / flugelhorn
Anna Patton clarinet / vocals
Owen Morrison guitar / foot percussion

Gallimaufry is

Brian Lindsay - fiddle, flute/whistle
Alex Sturbaum - accordion, guitar
Donal Sheets - cello, mandolin
Arthur Davis - piano, accordion
Ness Smith-Savedoff - drum kit

Workshop Schedule available later
Registration form available later

Housing Questions

Dance questions.. We have plenty of room for walkins! Come and dance for all or part of the weekend. Info at 614-395-2196.

Dancing Shoes Only

Carry in clean dance shoes with non-marking soles. Absolutely no street shoes allowed on the beautiful wooden dance floor. We want to return.

Lockers Available - Bring a lock

Coats, purses, and dance bags will need to be stowed in lockers and we encourage you to bring a combination or key lock with you, because fitness center members will be sharing the locker rooms with us. Showers are also available, so feel free to bring a towel, etc.

Childcare

No childcare is available. Children who can participate in the dance weekend are welcome. Children must be closely supervised while not dancing.

Smokin' & Drinkin'

Worthington Community Center is a smoke free and alcohol free environment. In addition, Ohio prohibits smoking inside all public places (including restaurants and bars).

Food

A nutritious assortment of snacks will be available all weekend except during Sat. lunch and dinner. Sunday lunch will be provided. A restaurant list and map will be available at the registration area.

Clothing Exchange

Bring any gently used dancing clothes and exchange for new-to-you items. Small donation requested if you haven't brought anything but see something you like.

Water Bottles

Please help us reduce plastic cup usage by bringing your own water bottle to the weekend. Thanks!

Bring a Swimsuit, towel & lock

The Worthington Community Center has a large pool area with hot tub and a lap pool, as well as an excellent fitness area. Purchase your unlimited-use fitness center pass when you check in at the WWU table. Good for the whole weekend for $8. Hours will be: Friday until 9:30 pm Saturday 8 am -8 pm Sunday noon-8 pm (Pool closes 1/2 hr before building) You’ll need to bring your own towel, as well as a lock for the locker room - they are not provided.

Dance Hours

Friday – Registration opens at 6 p.m., dancing begins at 8 p.m. and goes until 12 M
Saturday – Workshops begin at 10 a.m. and continue until 5:15 p.m., dancing from 8 p.m. -12 M
Sunday – Workshops begin at 10 a.m. with dancing from 1 - 3:30 p.m.

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This page was last updated on by Harold Cheyney