Square dance lessons begin Jan. 10, 2007 and continue each Wednesday throughout the August. Wonderful exercise, good for the mind, meet great people. 8:00 p.m. Hangtown Grange, 2020 Smith Flat Rd., Placerville. East on Broadway, left on Smith Flat, 3/4 mile to Grange. First three lessons are free then starting January 31st, lessons are $4.00 per person For more information contact: Apple Jacks & Jills Square Dance Club (530) 295-1922
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