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Mostly Monthly Ceili Series
Dance Classes for Kids and Adults

MOSTLY MONTHLY CEILI - Fenian's Pub - Jackson, MS

What is this céilí thing, anyway? Céilí (pronounced "KAY-lee") means "gathering", especially with music and dancing - but our definition is that it's good old-fashioned fun. We host a céilí about once a month at Fenian's Irish Pub (corner of Fortification & Jefferson Streets in Jackson) - usually the third Sunday, but check the calendar for specifics. Some months are crowded, raucous affairs, while others are quiet opportunities to learn some dancing in a relaxed setting. Sometimes our friendly local musicians join in to play live music or sing a song or three, and other times we get along with some CDs. Either way, we've never known a céilí not to be a great time!

Musicians and singers are welcome, as are all dancers, regardless of experience -- we'll walk through the dances before doing them -- so bring the kids, grandma, your dancing shoes, your fiddle or whistle, and your favorite new tune, and come on out from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon each month (check the schedule at www.fenianspub.com and on our calendar page). These events are family-friendly and non-smoking; and best of all, they're FREE (donations welcome). The bar is open and Fenian's provides a special céilí menu, so there's music, food, drink, and dancing -- all the important things in life! Come join us.

DANCE CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH CATHERINE SHERER BISHOP, TCRG

Catherine offers weekly classes in light and heavy-shoe solo dancing and céilí (group) dancing for adults and children ages 6 and up, based on interest and experience. Your registration fee for these classes is a JID membership (an annual payment of $15 for individuals and $25 for families; family membership required for students under 18). Thereafter, classes are just $10 per person per class.

Wednesday evening classes are on hiatus.

Sunday afternoon classes are held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Ballet Mississippi's downtown studio - the studio is located in the Mississippi Arts Center at 201 East Pascagoula Street, adjacent to the Planetarium and Mississipi Museum of Art (park in the lot between the Arts Center and the Museum, and enter the Arts Center through the back entrance). Please contact Catherine at 601-720-5034 for information on which class you should attend, as class material varies depending on the ages and experience levels of those attending each session. Please note that the Sunday class schedule may vary depending on our perforance group's rehearsal and performance schedule - so if you don't attend regularly, contact us before traveling.

For more information, check the events page, or call Catherine at 601-720-5034.Or, you can email us.

Either way, please come give it a try! Irish dance classes are a great way to meet people and get some exercise, and if you know your right foot from your left foot, that's half the battle. You don't need to be Irish, or a dancer, and you don't need a partner. Beginners are welcome.

A note about shoes and such:

If you're new to this, don't rush out and buy special shoes. Just come give it a try, hopefully wearing a smooth-soled shoe with some support for your feet and ankles. Aerobics shoes or dance sneakers are good choices; ballet shoes, jazz shoes, or even a clean pair of sneakers are OK too. For any studio class, please don't wear your dance shoes on the street - grit or pebbles in your shoe treads can scratch the dance floor surface, so keep a clean pair to use only in the studio. Once you're comfortable dancing we'll be glad to recommend some sources for Irish dancing shoes for solo, céilí and set dancing. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring some water to drink.

The inevitable disclaimer:

Yes, there are some lawyers in our group, so we feel we need to warn you: Irish dancing is aerobic. As with any new fitness activity, you are encouraged to check with your doctor before beginning if you have any special health concerns. We will request that you complete a release form before beginning classes.




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							Class Release Form (Adult): PDF Download Class Release Form (Child): PDF Download Membership Form: PDF Download Mostly Monthly Ceili Series Dance Classes for Kids and Adults MOSTLY MONTHLY CEILI - Fenian's Pub - Jackson, MS What is this céilí thing, anyway? Céilí (pronounced "KAY-lee") means "gathering", especially with music and dancing - but our definition is that it's good old-fashioned fun. We host a céilí about once a month at Fenian's Irish Pub (corner of Fortification & Jefferson Streets in Jackson) - usually the third Sunday, but check the calendar for specifics. Some months are crowded, raucous affairs, while others are quiet opportunities to learn some dancing in a relaxed setting. Sometimes our friendly local musicians join in to play live music or sing a song or three, and other times we get along with some CDs. Either way, we've never known a céilí not to be a great time! Musicians and singers are welcome, as are all dancers, regardless of experience -- we'll walk through the dances before doing them -- so bring the kids, grandma, your dancing shoes, your fiddle or whistle, and your favorite new tune, and come on out from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon each month (check the schedule at www.fenianspub.com and on our calendar page). These events are family-friendly and non-smoking; and best of all, they're FREE (donations welcome). The bar is open and Fenian's provides a special céilí menu, so there's music, food, drink, and dancing -- all the important things in life! Come join us. DANCE CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH CATHERINE SHERER BISHOP, TCRG Catherine offers weekly classes in light and heavy-shoe solo dancing and céilí (group) dancing for adults and children ages 6 and up, based on interest and experience. Your registration fee for these classes is a JID membership (an annual payment of $15 for individuals and $25 for families; family membership required for students under 18). Thereafter, classes are just $10 per person per class. Wednesday evening classes are on hiatus. Sunday afternoon classes are held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Ballet Mississippi's downtown studio - the studio is located in the Mississippi Arts Center at 201 East Pascagoula Street, adjacent to the Planetarium and Mississipi Museum of Art (park in the lot between the Arts Center and the Museum, and enter the Arts Center through the back entrance). Please contact Catherine at 601-720-5034 for information on which class you should attend, as class material varies depending on the ages and experience levels of those attending each session. Please note that the Sunday class schedule may vary depending on our perforance group's rehearsal and performance schedule - so if you don't attend regularly, contact us before traveling. For more information, check the events page, or call Catherine at 601-720-5034.Or, you can email us. Either way, please come give it a try! Irish dance classes are a great way to meet people and get some exercise, and if you know your right foot from your left foot, that's half the battle. You don't need to be Irish, or a dancer, and you don't need a partner. Beginners are welcome. A note about shoes and such: If you're new to this, don't rush out and buy special shoes. Just come give it a try, hopefully wearing a smooth-soled shoe with some support for your feet and ankles. Aerobics shoes or dance sneakers are good choices; ballet shoes, jazz shoes, or even a clean pair of sneakers are OK too. For any studio class, please don't wear your dance shoes on the street - grit or pebbles in your shoe treads can scratch the dance floor surface, so keep a clean pair to use only in the studio. Once you're comfortable dancing we'll be glad to recommend some sources for Irish dancing shoes for solo, céilí and set dancing. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring some water to drink. The inevitable disclaimer: Yes, there are some lawyers in our group, so we feel we need to warn you: Irish dancing is aerobic. As with any new fitness activity, you are encouraged to check with your doctor before beginning if you have any special health concerns. We will request that you complete a release form before beginning classes.