looking for info on a quote

For many years I have heard various versions of the phrase, "In the past communities came together to dance, today dancers come together to form a community." I understand the meaning, but wonder where it came from. Does anyone know the origin of this expression? Is it a quote from someone, or from a book, or is it just something that has developed via the folk process? Thanks for any insights. Jonathan ----- Jonathan Sivier Caller of Contra, Square, English and Early American Dances jsivier AT illinois DOT edu Dance Page: http://www.sivier.me/dance_leader.html ----- Q: How many angels can dance on the head of a pin? A: It depends on what dance you call!