Avalon Sodal Hall

Social dance of Scotland. Does not require a partner

Join us on Sunday nights from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Avalon in Sodal Hall. Teaching from 7 to 8 p.m., Open Dance/Requests from 8 to 10 p.m. Cost: $7 for the evening, first visit is free. All levels welcome and no partner required!

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