Contra Dancing
Black Rose members Danna Moore, Chuck Tobin, and Bill Schmitz and his daughter Paula Nolen are in a band called “Blueberry Hill,” and often play at a local contra dance put on by Pikes Peak Traditional Dance (PPTD).
When: First Sundays, 2:00 - 4:30 pm - with beginning lessons at 1:30 pm (Bluevberry Hill his playing this Sunday, April 6th)
Cost: $10 adults, $5 students, and children under 13 free with a paying adult.
Instruction for newbies begins at 1:30 pm
No partner needed and no special dress.
Bring a snack to share if you like, but please no peanut products!
See pptdcontra.com for more information.
Contra Dance Showcase
In most months with 5th Wednesdays, there is a donation-based contra dance at the Buffalo Lodge led by Black Rose member Reid Miller, caller and teacher for PPTD.
When: Wed., July 30th from 6:00-8:00 pm
Music by Black Thorne Ceili Band
No experience needed
Instruction provided beginning at 5:30
Suggested donation: $10-$15/adults, $5/students, 11 & under free.
Watching and listening are free
Casual clothes and comfy shoes are recommended
Bar open and n/a beverages available
See the Showcase page for the exact schedule for this and other Showcase events.
Pre-concert Contra Dance
On Friday July 25th, we will be having a contra dance before our Friday night concert on the back deck. This dance will also be led by Black Rose member Reid Miller, caller and teacher for PPTD:
When: Fri., July 25th from 5:00-6:30 pm
Where: Black Forest Community Center, 12530 Black Forest Rd.
Music by Emily Hudson - People looking to jam may play along
No experience needed
Instruction provided
Suggested donation: $10-$15/adults, $5/students, 11 & under free.
Watching and listening are free
Casual clothes and comfy shoes are recommended
All dancers will receive a members discount to the concert