The Upper Big Wood River Grange is hosting a Square Dance on Friday, April 19, from 7–9 p.m. at the Grange Hall, 609 South 3rd Avenue in Hailey. Ava Honey will call the dances and lead dancers in square and circle sets. Live music will be provided by fiddler Scott Knickerbocker and other musicians. Dancers are invited to arrive early at 6:30 p.m. for a quick review of basic square dance steps.
Tickets at the door are $20 for one adult, $30 for 2twoadults (so bring a friend!), $5 for teens and free for kids accompanied by an adult. Please bring a pair of clean indoor shoes to avoid scratching the dance floor with dirt and gravel.
Square dancing has brought people together since the 1700s and dances at the Grange have always been popular in the Valley. The dance tunes are old-time mountain music with Irish and Scottish influences. All the dances will be taught before each dance.
Dances at the Grange Hall are a family-friendly activity for all ages and everyone is welcome. First and foremost, this event is about people and community. Gather with neighbors, meet new friends and dance the night away.
The event is organized by members of the Upper Big Wood River Grange which will be celebrating 100 years in 2024. The National Grange has its roots in supporting American farming families and communities. Our local grange supports local food production, hosts the Wood River Seed Library, supports community organizations like 4-H, the Trailing of the Sheep Festival, Memorial Day, and the Fourth of July pancake breakfast. The Grange Association also awards scholarships for high school seniors, and provides a space for meetings, dance classes, tai chi classes and other community functions. We foster local agriculture, local food economy and sustainable practices as well as gardening, seed saving, home cooking, sewing and other practical arts. If you are interested in finding out more about the Grange and how you can be involved, more information is available on our website. grange.org/upperbigwoodriverid192