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Pictures from the last American Contra Dance in the series at Lovett Hall

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The dance on February 6 was a memorable occasion. It attracted more than 537 attendees, and the afternoon was filled with a determination to have as much fun as possible while we were there.
The Grand March coasts past the stage.
Judi Morningstar photo

Don Hays reprised his delightful "Master of the Hall" instructions, as read from the Good Morning Book.
Sherri King photo


Part of what has made this dance so wonderful is Glen Morningstar's careful instruction and patient good humor. He plans ahead, puts a lot of thought into his selections, and always provides a varied program with an assortment of longways contras, squares, Sicilian circles, mixers, couple dances, and more. For those who need to plan their afternoon, there's always a chart listing the dances.

Noemi Ybarra photo
And for this occasion, there was a lovely souvenir card.

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These long lines are doing the "Hills of Habersham" dance.
Sherri King photo


A view through the doorway, shot by our Toronto correspondent.
Sandy Cameron photo


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A courtesy turn in a big crowd.
Sandy Cameron photo

Looks like a gypsy!
Karen Missavage photo


Marty and Tige Cawthon, part of a five-brother bagpipe squad, headed the grand march, and concluded the afternoon with "Auld Lang Syne."
Cardwell photo

Steve Gold wore his new T-shirt, "what would Henry Ford do?"
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