Re: [Organizers] What is the main goal of your dance series or organization?

Love this thread! Here's info for Belfast Flying Shoes (in Belfast, ME) MISSION: The mission of Belfast Flying Shoes is to bolster the spirited dance community in Midcoast Maine. We do this in part by deliberately weaving three strands into the fabric of a monthly series: The Community Dance, the Social Break, and the Contra Dance. The Community Dance - Fun and simple dances, such as those presented at weddings or schools. Calling by Chrissy Fowler. Music by the All-Comers Band, led by a core ensemble and open to all musicians. New dancers, experienced dancers, families, and musicians all collaborate to create the event. The Social Break - A sociable half-hour between the Community and Contra dances, with emphasis on strengthening community connections through shared conversation. The Contra Dance - Zesty dances and tunes in a program of contras and squares presented by a variety of talented callers and musicians, especially touring performers. Expectations for this particular thread are colored by committee members' collective experiences in other exciting dance communities. Article 1. Name: The name of this organization is Belfast Flying Shoes (the “Organization”). Article 2. Purpose: Belfast Flying Shoes is a non-profit public benefit corporation. The purpose of Belfast Flying Shoes is to promote the presentation, preservation, perpetuation, participatory enjoyment, and continuing evolution of traditional folk dance and music.