Tag: Tennessee
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Brushy Mountain Monster Mash: A Night of Tricks, Treats & Trouble!
The inmates were on the loose again, and this time they were ready to MONSTER MASH! Little T’s was the scene of the latest Brushy Mountain Halloween adventure, where 12 Brushy Mountain dancers gathered for a spooky night of square dancing, laughter, and a little questionable behavior! Tom Davis was our caller for the evening, keeping the inmates moving… Read more
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Well, Hello Dolly: When Square Dancing’s Magazine Went to Dolly Parton
There are a lot of famous people who have had a connection to square dancing. Country singers have recorded songs that callers have used. Actors have appeared at dances. Politicians have proclaimed it a wholesome American pastime. Even Elizabeth II, the late Queen of England partook of the dance floor herself in her younger years.… Read more
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One Year of Being the Brushy Mountain Outlaws
One year ago today, Brushy Mountain Squares became official. Which is still a little hard to believe, considering the whole thing started with a text message and a joke. If you’ve read our origin story, you know how it happened. George Hawkins and Angie Wittwer were on their way home from square dance class one… Read more
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Socks, Stars & Salutes
The past couple of weekends took Brushy Mountain Squares on a trip from the 50s and 60s, I mean the 1950s and 1960s, to 1776. Socks On Saturday night, we traveled to Young at Heart for their 50s & 60s Sock Hop Dance, featuring Chuck and Kristy Woods. The themed decorations, great music, and wonderful… Read more
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Dancing in Disguise & Cruising in Style
Last night at Knoxville Squares, Ken Burke called a Masquerade Dance, and by all accounts it was a wonderful evening. Unfortunately, we’re not entirely sure who attended. Between the masks, costumes, and mysterious disguises, identifying dancers became nearly impossible. Rumor has it that longtime friends introduced themselves three times, and at least one dancer spent… Read more
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🌪️ Tornadoes, Two-Stepping, and Tennessee Adventures — Another Wild Weekend for Brushy Mountain Squares! 🌪️
The Brushy Mountain Squares were spread across Tennessee this weekend, proving once again that square dancers will travel through just about anything for a good time… and this weekend, Mother Nature decided to put that to the test! The first annual Chapel Hill Getaway took place at beautiful Henry Horton State Park, featuring the always… Read more
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Stars & Squares
Eastman Square and Round Dance Club recently hosted their Patriotic Dance with guest caller Ken Rittuci leading the evening’s fun. While the crowd may have been on the smaller side, the energy in the hall certainly was not — everyone in attendance had a wonderful time dancing, laughing, and enjoying great fellowship together. A special… Read more