The Edgewater Recreation Society is excited to host its first East Coast Kitchen Party and Dance at Frank’s Rink in Edgewater on July 20.

Featuring the traditional fiddle music of Gordon Stobbe and JJ Guy.  There will be ‘called dances,’ partner dances and no experience is necessary! Come and enjoy an evening of East Coast Music! There is fun to be had for the whole family: Silent Auction, beer garden, and dancing…of course!

Gordon Stobbe is a celebrated fiddler, composer, and music educator hailing from Nova Scotia. With a career spanning several decades, Stobbe has made significant contributions to the Canadian folk music scene.

He is well-known for his television work, including his role on the CBC’s “Up Home Tonight” and his instructional series “Fiddle Video Magazine.” Stobbe has also published several books on fiddle instruction and has been a key figure in promoting traditional music through workshops and performances across Canada. In 2017, he was awarded the Order of Canada for his “commitment to the preservation of fiddle music as a performer, composer and teacher.”

JJ Guy is a Saskatchewan-born fiddler acclaimed for his dynamic playing style and deep connection to prairie fiddling traditions. Guy has performed extensively throughout Canada, both as a solo artist and in collaboration with other musicians. His dedication to teaching and preserving Canadian fiddle music has made him a beloved figure in the folk music community.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m.  Dance begins at 7 p.m.

There will be a beer garden available for those looking to enjoy a refreshing beverage while soaking in the lively atmosphere.

Tickets :  by donation and are available by emailing roberta.schnider@gmail.com  and Pip’s Country Store in Edgewater or Bighorn Cafe in Radium Hot Springs.

Come join us for a night of music, dance, and community camaraderie!

All proceeds will be used for the operation of Frank’s Rink in Edgewater.

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