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GFP's Seventeenth Annual Spring Stomp in P-Town! |
| A weekend of Country/Western dancing May 1-3, 2009 |
| Dancing, workshops, and more!! Lodging discounts are available!!! |
| Friday, May 1 |
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Stomp Kickoff Dance
Paramount Nightclub at the Crown and Anchor—247 Commercial Street
Free!—Sponsored by the Crown and Anchor
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8:00 PM Beginner Two Step Lesson
8:30 PM Line dance lesson
Open Dancing 9 PM–1 AM
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| Saturday, May 2 |
| All of Saturday's events help raise money for the Stomp's beneficiary—the
Back Door Pantry, run by the Provincetown Friends of the Council on Aging
Each of three workshop slots plus the Spring Stomp Ball costs $15.
The noontime Beginner lesson is just $10. |
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Dance Workshops
Alan Gaskell will be teaching the intermediate workshops and Art Sullivan
will be teaching the noontime beginner class. All classes will be held at
the Paramount Nightclub at the Crown and Anchor.
(updated 4/4/09)
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10:15–11:30
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Intermediate East Coast Swing
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12:00–1:00—Lunch
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Two-Step for Beginners, Starting from Nothing!
Bring your friends to the Stomp and introduce them to Two-stepping!
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1:30–2:45
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Intermediate Waltz
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3:00–4:15
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Intermediate Two-Step
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Alan Gaskell has been teaching partner dance in the Boston area since the mid-80s. He has
won several national champion awards on the UCWDC circuit and was also the winner of the
first country-western dance competition at the Gay Games in NYC in 1994. Alan's classes
combine solid fundamentals with a relaxed and fun atmosphere to provide an enjoyable
learning experience.
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Spring Stomp Ball—the highlight of the Stomp!
The Crown and Anchor
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7:30 PM Beginner's lesson
Open Dancing 8 PM–11:00 PM
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| Sunday, May 4 |
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Brunch, Sun, Dine, Shop, Beach, Rest, Socialize, Nap!
The Crown and Anchor, will again be serving a brunch menu for Stomp dancers from 10:30AM
until 1PM on Sunday. It was a great time last year, catching up with dancing friends and
planning a relaxing day in Provincetown! Come support this venue that has generously
hosted our Stomp Friday night dances for many years!
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Both Stomp dances will include two-step, line dance, swing, and waltz. For more Stomp
information and pricing: Email Us
or call (617) 412-5751
Housing
Stomp Central: Our gracious Friday & Saturday night host, Saturday workshop venue,
and it is located right on Commercial Street. As our Friday night host, the Crown &
Anchor is offering a 10% discount off their lodging
rates for Stomp attendees. Base rate varies with accommodations, see below, or go to
www.onlyatthecrown.com for more information
about the Crown.
More Stomp lodging information and pricing
You will need to arrange your own reservations for your visit: Provincetown has scores of
places with a wide range of prices and
amenities. Off-season rates should still be in effect. Patsy
has made arrangements at the following
venues to help foster that nice collegial "Hey, you're a dancer too!" feeling
all weekend. Room sizes and prices may vary widely, so ask about particulars. Base rates are
usually for doubles, but singles or rooms that sleep 3 or 4 are available.
The Crown & Anchor
Stomp Central: Our gracious Friday & Saturday night host, a Saturday workshop-venue, and right
on Commercial Street.
Rates $115–185. Mention the Stomp and get a 10% discount. OR stay two nights, and the
third is free.
Reservations: 508-487-1430 x299
Web page: www.onlyatthecrown.com
The Fairbanks Inn
The Fairbanks Inn is renowned for its unique blend of historic charm, guest amenities, and high standard of hospitality.
$115-185. Mention the Stomp, and get a 10% discount (2 night minimum).
Reservations: (800) 324-7265 or (508) 487-0386 or email the
Fairbanks Inn.
Web page: www.fairbanksinn.com
The Rose & Crown Guesthouse
The Rose & Crown is a classic Georgian "square rigger" built in the 1780s. The guesthouse sits behind an ornate iron fence containing a lavish garden. Jane Elizabeth, a ship's figurehead, greets visitors from her post above the door. Each guest room has its own special feature. The inn offers a breakfast of freshly baked breads and the Rose & Crown's special coffee.
$55 single, $85 queen with private bath. Mention the Stomp, and receive a 10% discount.
Reservations: 508-487-3332
Web page: www.provincetown.com/rosecrown/
Watership Inn
When it was originally built in the seafaring days of the 1820s, the Watership was a home from the seas for Provincetown's ship captains. Now let it be your home during your visit to Provincetown. Wifi, continental breakfast, 1 car parking per room.
$75-160. Mention the Stomp, and get a 10% discount (2 night minimum).
Reservations: 800-330-9413 or 508-487-0094 or email the
Watership Inn.
Web page: www.watershipinn.com
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