What’s New

Posted on November 9, 2010 by

We’re happy to be dancing. Come join us! Want to know why we love to dance? Check out Top Ten Reasons to Contra Dance

MMTD Fundraiser: 2012 Contradance Calendars marked down to $15.00!

Spring Breakdown 2012 contra dance weekend—March 30–April 1, 2012—The Groovemongers, with Cis Hinkle calling. Registration form is now available – full weekend discount rate of $70 if you register by March 1, 2012.  After March 1, it is $80.

The MMTD board has elected new officers for 2011–2012.

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Contra Dance – Friday, February 17, 2012

Posted on February 12, 2012 by

Contra dancing this Friday, February 17 , 2012, with The Shortleaf Band providing the music and Jim Thaxter calling.  The band will be joined by Cathy Barton, Dave Para, and Kathy Gordon.  Everyone welcome! No partner needed. Come alone or bring your friends and family. All dances are taught and called throughout the evening.

  • Where—First Christian Church, Tenth and Walnut, Columbia, Missouri (north entrance under the driveway canopy)
  • When—7:30–10:30 pm (beginners’ lesson at 7:00)

Admission $7.00 ($4.00 for ages 16–25 or with student ID; free for children 15 and under).

Ir you’re new to contra dancing, we encourage you to come to the beginners’ lesson at 7:00.

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English Country Dance — Friday, February 10, 2012

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

MMTD is pleased to offer yet another opportunity to enjoy traditional dance in Mid-Missouri. This Friday evening, we will host an English Country dance, 7:00–10:30, at the First Christian Church, Tenth and Walnut, Columbia, MO.  You say you’ve never heard of English Country Dancing? You’re in good company, since many people are unfamiliar with it. But if you’ve watched Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, or Emma, you have indeed seen it.

If you are new to this form of dance, we encourage you to attend the beginners walk-through at 7:00. As with contras and squares, all dances will be taught and called throughout the evening, led by our own dancing master, Jim Thaxter.

What is English Country Dancing? Continue reading →

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Contra Dance — Friday, February 3, 2012

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

WhoopUp Holler (Heinrich Leonhard on guitar, Jim Thaxter on banjo, Kathy Gordon on bass, and Joel Chrisman on fiddle)

We’ll be dancing again this Friday, January 20, 2012, with WhoopUp Holler providing the music and Paula McFarling calling. Everyone welcome! No partner needed. Come alone or bring your friends and family. All dances are taught and called throughout the evening.

  • Where—First Christian Church, Tenth and Walnut, Columbia, Missouri (north entrance under the driveway canopy)
  • When—7:30–10:30 pm (beginners’ lesson at 7:00)

Admission $7.00 ($4.00 for ages 16–25 or with student ID; free for children 15 and under).

Ir you’re new to contra dancing, we encourage you to come to the beginners’ lesson at 7:00.

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Contra Dance — Friday, January 20, 2012

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

River Ridge String Band plays old-time, traditional, folk, celtic, bluegrass, and country music throughout the mid-Missouri area.

We’ll be dancing again this Friday, January 20, 2012, with River Ridge providing the music and Jim Thaxter calling.

  • Where—First Christian Church, Tenth and Walnut, Columbia, Missouri (north entrance under the driveway canopy)
  • When—7:30–10:30 pm (beginners’ lesson at 7:00)

Admission $7.00 ($4.00 for ages 16–25 or with student ID; free for children 15 and under)

All dances are taught and called throughout the evening. No partner needed. No fancy outfits expected. Just bring yourself and a desire to have a good time.

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Family Dance at the Library — Thursday, January 12, 2012

Posted on December 30, 2011 by
Dress in your finery and whirl and bow to the music of fiddler Tom Verdot and guitarist Thom Howard. Dance caller Jim Thaxter will take us through simple circle and line dances for you and your child. Ages 4 and older. Registration begins Tuesday, January 3.
The Snow Ball: A Family Dance
Thursday, January 12  — 6:30-7:15 p.m.

Tom Verdot and Thom Howard play for the Snow Ball at Columbia Public Library

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English Country Dance — Sunday, January 8, 2012

Posted on December 30, 2011 by

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Contra Dance – January 6, 2012

Posted on December 27, 2011 by

Come join us for our first contra dance of 2012 on Friday, January 6, with music by Nine Mile Band — John White on fiddle, Dave Cavins on guitar, Amber Gaddy on piano and accordian, and Jim Ruth on banjo.   Calling will be by our own great Paula McFarling. This will be a lot of fun and a great way to start the new year!

Master fiddler John White

The dance will be at the usual time and place: 7 pm lessons, dance 7:30 to 10:30 pm at the First Christian Church, corner of Tenth and Walnut in downtown Columbia, north entrance under the driveway canopy. The dances start easy and become somewhat more difficult (but not impossible) as the evening progresses, so if you’re a beginner, come early. All dances are taught and no partner is necessary. Please wear clean soft-soled shoes to protect our gorgeous wooden floor. And most importantly, have fun! Children 15 and under: free (as always); ages16-24 or with student ID: $4; 25 and older: $7, a bargain!

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