Square Dance and Concert

This fall, The Lonely Days Are Gone: Square Dance Tour brings free concerts and square dances to historic town halls across Vermont.

Inspired by the state’s long tradition of contra and square dancing, the tour welcomes neighbors of all ages to connect through live music, participatory dancing, and shared meals. The tour is headlined by Dorset fiddler, singer, and educator Ida Mae Specker, alongside Shrewsbury caller Sarah Gibson and The Ida Mae Specker Band.

The Lonely Days Are Gone visits Brandon, Brookfield, Hardwick, Ferrisburgh, and Chester throughout September and October. Participants will learn the basics of square dancing followed by an evening of traditional American string band music and dancing with Ida Mae Specker and her all-star band.

No prior dance experience or partner is required.