A Music and Dance Retreat
Co-hosted by Bob and Kathy Runyan with many participant leaders
By popular request, we are hosting this weekend with a variety of opportunities to sing, play, dance, and listen to music. We invite those who attended in recent years and urge newcomers to come together for this lighthearted, spirit-rejuvenating retreat. Musicians, singers, dancers, and those who just enjoy listening are encouraged to attend.
You do not need to be a musician to enjoy the weekend, though pianists may be especially interested in this chance to play the grand piano in the Redwood Lodge. You are welcome to bring your children. There will be ample time for us to enjoy each other’s company and the beauty of Quaker Center. This program will be participant-led and feature a variety show and a dance with live traditional music.
Some other possible activities include:
- Group singing
- Folk Dancing
- Children’s’ songs
- Instrumental Jamming
- Sacred Circle Dancing
- An open mike session
- Rock, pop and doo-wop singing
- A drumming circle. If you have a drum or any sort of percussion instrument please bring it with you!
- A session you want to lead with your talent and passion: songwriting, shape-note singing, dancing, etc.
Contact Kathy or Bob Runyan at Quaker Center with any questions, suggestions, or offers to lead activities.
Friday night, December 2nd:
6 pm: Potluck dinner for early arrivals
7:30 pm: The program will begin with dessert, introductions, and a planning session.
8:30 pm: A sing and play along from Rise Up Singing
Saturday, December 3rd:
7:30 am: worship
8 am: simple breakfast
9 – 11:30: morning sessions
11:30 am: lunch prep
12:30 pm: simple lunch
1:30 pm: free time
2:30 – 5 pm: afternoon activities
5 pm: dinner prep
6 pm: simple dinner
7:30 pm: dancing in the Redwood Lodge, followed by more singing and playing
Sunday December 5:
8 am: light breakfast
9:00 – 11 am: worship followed by singing from Worship in Song
11 am: lunch prep
11:30 am: early lunch of leftovers
12:30 pm: final clean up
1:30 – 2:30 pm: closing session to be planned Friday night by participants
