NELSON, NH- The Monadnock Folklore Society presents the Nelson Second Saturday Contra Dance on Saturday, January 12, featuring Lisa Sieverts calling with the New Grey Cats.

The New Grey Cats are Carey Bluhm, fiddle; Max Nunnemaker, bass and saxophone; and Gordon Peery, piano. Their music is energetic, great for dancing, and fun for listening, too.

Caller Sieverts appears regularly at the Nelson Monday contra dances and serves on the board of the Monadnock Folklore Society.

Dancing begins at 8 pm, with a short workshop beforehand. Beginners and singles are welcome and all dances are taught throughout the evening. Admission is $8 or $6 for students and seniors.

The dance takes place in the historic Town Hall. For more information call (603) 762-0235 or visit www.monadnockfolk.org.

The Monadnock Folklore Society has presented contra dances and concerts of traditional music since 1982.