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Notorious

Notorious' performances are new and exciting, featuring traditional American, Celtic, and Eastern-European tunes and songs, swing, blues, and the group's original compositons. Eden MacAdam-Somer on fiddle brings classical technique and international versatility to the melody lead; Larry Unger on guitar and banjo writes unforgettable tunes and is the undisputed master of contra rhythm and blues; Sam Bartlett on mandolin is everybody’s favorite virtuoso stuntman; and Mark Hellenberg is the percussionist in demand by all of the top contra bands. A favorite band at dance camps, Notorious always provides a thrilling dance experience.

Uncle Farmer

Uncle Farmer has recently emerged as a favorite local band on the California contra dance circuit. UF, Ben Schreiber on fiddle and Mike Sokolovsky on guitar, is known for its original dance tunes and modern twists on old favorites. They've achieved the status of being one of six featured bands at "Catapult! The National Contra Showcase," held over Memorial Day Weekend, 2013, in Atlanta, GA.

Cis Hinkle

Masterful Atlanta caller, Cis Hinkle, has delighted contra dancers since 1985 with her skilled teaching, welcoming manner, playful enthusiasm, and masterful selection of dances. She teaches quick and clear with flawless timing and a contagious sense of fun.

Lynn Ackerson

Lynn Ackerson calls at dances, festivals, and camps on both coasts, and recently even at a camp in Denmark. Her huge collection of dances (including over 1000 contras) keeps growing as she tries to keep the dancing fresh and interesting even for long-time dancers. She keeps the dances flowing with a minimum of instruction.

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Tentative Schedule

Friday, June 20
8–11:30		Contra Dance (Notorious & Cis).

Saturday, June 21
10:30 – 11:10		Couples Dancing (Uncle Farmer)
11:20 – 12:45		Contra (Uncle Farmer & Lynn)
12:45 – 2:00		Lunch on your own / Box lunches (pre-ordered)
2:00 - 5:30		Contra Dancing (Notorious & Cis)
5:30 – 7:30		Dinner (provided)
7:30 – 8:00		Concert (Notorious)
8:00 - 11:30		Contra Dancing (Notorious & Cis)

Sunday, June 22
9:00		Breakfast (provided)
10:30 – 11:00		Couples Dancing (Notorious)
11:00 – 2:00		contra dancing (Notorious & Cis)

3:00 – 7:00		Potluck BBQ at Cathy Clary's house, Petaluma

And…don’t miss the Aftershock Contra dance on Sunday evening in Mill Valley with Notorious and Cis Hinkle. Sunday June 22, 7:30–10:30 pm. Strawberry Recreation Center, 118 E Strawberry Dr. Mill Valley (separate admission: $12, $7).

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Registration

Click here to download a pdf application.

Pre-registration is required. Registration begins March 1, 2014

Cost:

Registration: $120
Full-time student or age 30 and under: $65 - $120 sliding scale (you decide)
Work Scholarship: $60*
Work Scholarship for: FT Student or Age 30 and under: $30*

* Work scholarship requires a three-hour time commitment (limited quantity - apply and you'll be contacted) Anyone not awarded a work scholarship will have to promptly send in the remaining funds due.

Registration is not transferable. All cancellations are subject to a $15 processing fee. After June 6, 2014 the full fee will be retained unless we are able to fill your place from the waiting list, if any. Refunds will be processed as soon as possible, but may not be paid until two weeks after the event.

To register, send application and payment (check payable to NBCDS) to our registrar, Michael Martin, at the address below. If you are unable to open the pdf registration form, just send your (very clearly printed) name, gender, address, email address, and phone number and indicate whether we can print your contact information on the event roster.

Michael Martin - Registrar
1282 Dutton Ave
Santa Rosa, CA 95407

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Michael Martin, Registrar at contrabeet43@gmail.com (preferred) or (707) 545-1274.

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Information

Location

Known and loved by dancers throughout Sonoma County and beyond, we’ve been told that Monroe Hall has the finest dance floor in all of Northern California! The hall boasts a beautiful maple floor — originally laid in 1947. The floor offers resiliency due to its premium construction and a twice-yearly treatment with lemon oil. The ambience of the hall harkens back to a time of comfort and grace – and reflects its history as a social hall (starting in 1922). While resting between sets, dancers can gaze at the original warm redwood walls lined with horseshoes from mules, oxen, and horses; a collection of square nails, painted saw blades, old farm equipment, antique fire extinguishers and much more.

Directions

Monroe Hall is located at 1400 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa
(click here for a map)

Food

Saturday dinner and Sunday breakfast will be provided at the hall as well as a variety of refreshments during the weekend. Saturday dinner features Michael Martin’s homegrown salad greens and locally-sourced tamales. Sunday breakfast includes organic multigrain pancakes, local fresh fruit, and sausages. A list of nearby places to eat will be at the Hall.

Attractions

Please ask us for specific suggestions for North Bay delights beyond dancing — like hikes, picnics and wine tasting, to round out your vacation.

Fragrance Free Policy

Faultline Frolic is a "Fragrance Free" event. Please do not use scented products (cosmetics, cleaners, and personal hygiene items). Chemicals used in perfumes and fragrances cause allergic reactions in some of our dancers. In consideration of our valued dancing friends who are affected, please come scent free.

Questions:

Contact Michael Martin, Faultline Frolic Registrar at contrabeet43@gmail.com (preferred) or (707) 545-1274.

Visit our Facebook Group page to arrange shared housing and/or carpools.