At the Worthington Community Center in historic Worthington Ohio.

Dance to the Music of

Notorious

And

With Calling by

Cis Hinkle

And

Bill Olson

Workshops

English Country
Squares
Cajun Dance
Zydeco
Advanced Waltz

Dance Writing
Quebecois Contras
Relaxation
Challenging Contras

Notorious Lauded as "sparkling" and "exhilarating", Notorious musicians Eden MacAdam-Somer and Larry Unger present a thrilling musical experience in genres that span many continents. With Eden on fiddle and vocals and Larry on guitar and banjo, their music lights up the hall with rhythm and sorority. Their performances are always new and exciting, featuring traditional American, Celtic, and Eastern-European tunes and songs, swing, blues, classical music and the group's original compositions. Mandolinist Sam Bartlett has been playing music since he was 9, beginning with ill-fated adventures with the jaw harp and drumsticks, and finally settling into the mandolin, tenor banjo, and still, indeed, the jaw harp.

Ti'Acadie is from Maine, the western edge of Acadia. Band members are Pam Weeks on fiddle and mountain dulcimer, Jim Joseph on button accordion, 5 string banjo and foot percussion, and Bill Olson on guitar and calling. All three sing, often in three part harmony. Their Style draws heavily on traditional Quebequois and Cajun music, but also includes old time southern tunes and original tunes written by Pam, the band's "tunesmith." They will get everyone moving to the beat with Quebecois reels and old timey southern hoedowns, but the evening will often be punctuated by Pam singing a Cajun waltz. When these guys really get going, fiddle howling, guitar pulsing, accordion pumping, feet tapping, LOOK OUT!

Cis Hinkle has a delighted contra and square dancers since 1985 with her skilled teaching, welcoming manner, playful enthusiasm, and masterful selection of dances. She is in great demand at music and dance festivals all over the US, England, and Denmark, and is currently coordinator for Dance Week at the Augusta Heritage Workshops in Elkins, West Virginia.

Bill Olson has been calling for around 25 years. His folksy New England whimsy is both charming and disarming. He makes the dances accessible and the dancers comfortable while still maintaining a distinctive New England posture. Well known for calling dances that "flow", Bill has also written scores of dances that are popular with other callers and dancers worldwide, and has promised to bring surprises to Winter Warmup.

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.

Kids, Kids, Kids

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).

Snacks - Meals - Beverages

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.

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.

map and directions

Registration Form

PDF of the Flyer

For More Information e-mail

Registration and general Information: Mary Sexton (614)638-1936 marysexton at columbus dot rr dot com.
Home Hospitality: Ellie Nowels (614)395-2196 enowels at centipedegraphics dot com
Hotel Information : Mary Sexton (614)638-1936 marysexton at columbus dot rr dot com.
Scholarships and Volunteer signup: Jan Pettibone (614)216-0762 janot2020 at yahoo dot com
Weekend Emergency Number: (614)937-0499 (Jim Sexton)
Weekend Weather Dilemmas: (614)841-0304 (recorded update)
Join Mailing List: Dave Notman x2765 at yahoo dot com.
Worthington Community Center Front Desk: (614)436-2743

This page was last updated on by Harold Cheyney