Come join this (FREE) workshop! You’ll learn a bit of the history of contra dancing and the types of tunes to which they are danced. A variety of both traditional and contemporary reels, jigs and waltzes of the Scottish, Irish and French-Canadian traditions will be performed by the Southern Maryland Open Band, led by fiddler Elgin Perry. Dances will be taught and led by a dance caller. Workshop participants are invited to join in the dancing - no dance experience or partner is necessary. For more information about the workshop, email smtmd2@gmail.com.