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FSGW supports folk music, including Concerts, Contra dance, English Country dance, Square dance, International folk dance, Storytelling, Jams and Singing events throughout the Washington DC Metro area. Our membership comes from across the DC Metro area, events are held all over. Come and join us for an event, or better yet become a member of FSGW and come to all of them!
We have returned to in-person events - come join us!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- FSGW English Country DanceGlen Echo Town Hall, Glen Echo, MD
Join us on Wednesday, March 5, 8:00-10:30 PM.
Anna Rain calls to the playing of Colleen Reed (flute), David Knight (fiddle), and Neil Epstein (piano)
Register: https://fsgw.org/event-6069035
(Please note, you are not registered by responding on meetup, you must register through the FSGW website, or at the door if tickets are available)The FSGW weekly English Country Dance offers delightful dancing, led by talented callers, accompanied by top-notch musicians playing a wide variety of instruments. The crowd is friendly and enthusiastic; new dancers are always welcome and can get an informal lesson if they arrive around 7:30. You don't need to bring a partner, or dress up.
- If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select "first time free" when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson.
Covid Protocol: masks and vaccinations are encouraged but not required.
Some dancers are sensitive to fragrances, and they are grateful when you skip the perfume and scented after-shave.
Additional information about this weekly event is available on the English Country Dance (in-person) web page.
https://www.fsgw.org/ecdPay at the door: Admission - $15 FSGW Members, $8 Students and those with limited income, $17 Others.
Questions? Email English Country Dance
We look forward to dancing with you!
- Grapevine Storytelling with April Armstrong and Queen NurNeeds location
Our featured tellers this month are the awesome April Armstrong and the nifty Queen Nur!
Join us on Wednesday, February 12 at 7:30 Eastern at Busboys and Poets Takoma; or, for out-of-towners, via Zoom. You can register FOR FREE for access to the live stream or to catch the recorded show later. No registration needed for in-person.
You will get emails with reminders on the date, time, and location, as well as Zoom information. We ask for donations to support our tellers, suggested $20 per person (feel free to give more!). Donations can be made in person or online before, during, or after the show, at: https://fsgw2.org/grapevine.html
The Grapevine is spoken word performance for adults and teens, celebrating the timeless art of the story, hosted by storytellers Renée Brachfeld and Tim Livengood.ABOUT OUR TELLERS:
April Armstrong was raised by parents with lovely singing voices, and her father was a natural storyteller. The acting bug bit in second grade, playing a lovesick Martian in a musical. She knew that she was destined to entertain. Her mother told her to stop being so dramatic. Good thing she didn't listen. April now weaves melodies and words in a refreshing and compelling style of multi-cultural folktelling, including African-American and Latino stories. More about April
Queen Nur follows the griot tradition, with stories that capture historic victories, celebrate folkloric tradition, and speak to the essence of humanity. She has performed in 36 states, Ghana, Cameroon, and Canada, at such venues as the opening of the Smithsonian NMAAHC and as Emcee for the NEA Heritage Awards. She received the 2020 National Association of Black Storytellers’ Zora Neale Hurston Award. More about Queen Nur
Learn more about The Grapevine (Storytelling) series