Rocking Roosters Plan Open House

Area residents will have an opportunity to try square dancing on Wednesday, September 19, when the Rocking Rooster Square Dance Club of Newtown has its annual open house and square dance demonstration. The open house will take place at the Sand Hill Shopping Plaza Mall (next to T.J. Maxx), on Route 25 in Newtown, beginning at 8 pm.

The event is free and refreshments will be served.

According to Noreen and Dan Foley, club presidents, those interested in attending need never have square danced before. For those who would like to learn more square dancing, the club will offer weekly lessons taught throughout the fall and winter, starting September 26. Lessons will be taught by Allen Brozek, a well-known area caller and longtime square dancer.

Dancers who successfully complete the lessons are eligible for membership in the Rocking Roosters club or any of the other clubs in the area. They will also be able to dance with any square dance club anywhere in the world. Square dance is called in English everywhere.

Square dance has its roots in English Country Dance, but over many years has evolved into a uniquely American dance form. It is the official State Dance of Connecticut, and combines a high level of aerobic exercise with fun and a friendly social atmosphere.

Those planning to attend the open houses should dress casually and comfortably.  Low-heeled shoes should be worn. For further information call Art and Joan Scott at 270-8301 or JJ’s Square Dance Shop at 267-4291.