UPCOMING

WHAT'S HAPPENING?

English Country Dancing for those who enjoy relaxed tempos and familiar figures. Jenny Beer leading, music by laptop.

Bookmark our new web page! Now you can easily check out our schedule, and send info to others using this url: https://ParkAvenueContra.org/GentleEnglish

Mailing list: To get on the announcement list, email us at park.ave.contra@gmail.com.

TRY IT OUT!

First — this is NOT "Country Line Dancing"! Rather it's a little like square dancing but done in a long double line. Sometimes lively, sometimes elegant, the dances and music range from mid-17th century to 2024!

To get a sense of what the dancing looks like, check out this video showing basic English Country Dancing moves.

Newcomers are always welcome. No partner needed — everyone dances with everyone! And all dances are taught and prompted.

You should be able to walk at a good pace, and to move in a circle without getting too dizzy. Dress in loose layers. Wear flat shoes that won't slip OR grip on a wood floor.

DONATION

$5-10 requested donation, paid at the door (cash, venmo, credit card). This goes to the Park Ave Community Center.

LOCATION

Park Avenue Community Center (Methodist Church building)

129 Park Ave, Swarthmore, PA 19081

• Two blocks from the Swarthmore train station and 109 bus.
• Near the Blue Route (I-476). Take Exit 3 for Baltimore Pike.
• Street parking only. Meters are not costly — they mostly keep SEPTA commuters from parking all day. Free parking on the residential streets nearby.
• Food: If you want to have lunch beforehand or early dinner afterwards, a bakery, a coffee shop, the coöp (with deli), a long-time pizza shop, and several nice restaurants are just a block or two away.