ARTS & CULTURE AT ST ANDREW’S CHURCH
St. Andrew’s long history of presenting the Main Street Arts concerts series before the pandemic has evolved into a combination of concerts and participatory arts and culture activities, many of which are done in partnership with Catamount Arts. From the monthly Community Bluegrass Jam to serving as one of the primary venues for “First Night North”; from the twice-weekly Catamount Arts Quahog Dance Class to our quarterly Community Sings, from weekly Mindfulness Meditation sessions to summer piano concerts, Saint Andrew’s is a welcoming place for community arts and culture at the very heart of downtown St. Johnsbury.
But “St. Andrew’s Is Your Place, Too” ! Are you looking for a place to put on a concert? Host a weekly book club discussion? Have a cribbage tournament? Offer tango lessons? Well, St. Andrew’s is Your Place, Too. Contact us at StAndrewsInVt@gmail.com.
Community Bluegrass Jam: Wednesday, October 2nd at 6:30 pm
Community Sing: Sunday, October 20th from 3 to 4:30pm Songs of the ‘70’s
St. Johnsbury Community Contra Dance: Sunday, October 27th from 5 to 8pm
Community Bluegrass Jam: November 6th at 6:30 pm
St. Johnsbury Community Contra Dance: Sunday, November 24th from 5 to 8pm
5th Business Holiday Concert: Saturday, November 30th at 7pm
“Post-Grad Prom” /“Better Than Your Favorite Nephew’s Wedding Reception” Dance party! (in November - date coming soon)
Community Bluegrass Jam: December 4th at 6:30 pm
Community Sing: December 22nd from 3 to 4:30 Community Carol Sing
Photo by Jay Haywood
MONTHLY BLUEGRASS JAM
Held on the 1st Wednesday of each month from October through May. This community Bluegrass Jam is presented in partnership with Catamount Arts and welcomes “jammers” of all ages and abilities, providing a low-pressure opportunity for people to play as part of a group. Also welcome are enthusiastic listeners, and singing along is encouraged!
If you’re interested in participating but unsure or hesitant, contact us at StAndrewsInVt@gmail.com for a list of songs and some encouragement!
As with most of our activities, the event is free but donations encouraged.
COMMUNITY SINGS
Community Sings bring people of all ages and skill levels together to create beautiful music. There are no expectations for these fun, energetic events other than to create a marvelous, joyful noise. No experience is necessary and the only prerequisite is a love of music and song — Everyone is welcome & Everyone Sings!
Held Quarterly and in Partnership with Catamount Arts, the series kicked off in December with a Community Carol Sing and was followed in March by a “Beatles” sing, in June with Songs of the 60’s, and now with Songs of the 70’s planned for October 20th. Based on the happy glow on people’s faces, this series is a resounding success!
Do you have an idea or request for a Community Sing? Let us know at StAndrewsInVt@gmail.com!