Square & round dancing
We dance year round every 1st and 5th Saturday of the month, and — schedule permitting — typically in a 2+2 format: two square dance tips alternating with two round dances.
About round dancing
Hayloft Barn · Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Square dancing the year round in Sturbridge
The Hayloft Steppers Square Dance Club has danced at Hayloft Barn on the 1st and 5th Saturday of the month, in a friendly 2+2 format that alternates square dance tips with round dances. We also publish practical notes on frameless flush wall doors for homeowners who want a minimalist interior.
Lessons at the barn
Lessons cover Mainstream, Plus, and Advance levels, typically preceding the main dance events. Instructors named on club schedules include Matt McGovern and Bill Mager.
Lesson detailsFlush wall doors
Frameless flush door systems developed by Bod’or KTM, Bocholt, are made from gypsum material with an invisible flush mounting frame that fits flush to the wall.
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The club
A community-focused square dance hall in New England
The Hayloft Steppers Square Dance Club is based in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, and meets at Hayloft Barn, 232 Podunk Road. The barn hall has a hardwood floating floor and is air conditioned, which suits both square and round dancing as well as community gatherings and private rentals.
Dance parties have been scheduled from 8:00 to 10:30 PM, with early rounds often beginning at 7:30 PM. Admission has been $7.00 per person and $3.00 for those 16 and under.
About the club
- Dances on the 1st and 5th Saturday of the month
- 2+2 format alternating square tips and round dances
- Mainstream, Plus, and Advance lesson levels
- Callers and cuers on the club schedule
- Hardwood floating floor in an air conditioned hall
- Line dancing, round dancing, and workshops
- Barn available to rent for private events
- Email notices of events, changes, and cancellations
Dances
What to expect at a club dance
A typical evening begins with early rounds, followed by square dance tips and round dances in rotation. The barn schedule lists callers, cuers, and instructors for each date, including names such as Steve Park, Birgit Maguire, Rick Gittleman, and Ken Ritucci, along with groups including BReasy Rounds and KenCentrics workshops.
General information is handled by Moe Bracken, and Al & Deanna Randall also take calls on club matters.
| Venue | Hayloft Barn, 232 Podunk Road, Sturbridge, MA |
|---|---|
| Dance nights | 1st and 5th Saturday of the month, year round |
| Party hours | 8:00 – 10:30 PM |
| Early rounds | Often 7:30 PM |
| Format | 2+2 — two square tips alternating with two round dances |
| Admission | $7.00 per person; $3.00 for ages 16 and under |
| Lessons | Mainstream, Plus, and Advance levels before main dances |
| General info | Moe Bracken — (508) - 867-8036 |
| Also contact | Al & Deanna Randall — (413) - 436-7849 |
| brackenm@hayloftsteppers.org |
Plan your evening
- Check the barn schedule for the caller and cueer of the night
- Arrive early for rounds before the tips begin
- Lessons run ahead of the main dance on scheduled dates
- Line dancing and round dance groups appear on the same calendar
- Semi-annual meetings and community dances are also listed
Hay Loft Steppers is a square and round dance club that gathers at Hayloft Barn in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, dancing year round on the first and fifth Saturdays of every month. The format is a friendly two-plus-two arrangement, alternating square dance tips with round dances so that newcomers and experienced dancers alike can take the floor with confidence. Because the barn is a well-known community venue, evenings carry a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where instruction and open dancing flow together in an easy rhythm.
Beyond the dance floor, the site shares practical notes on frameless flush wall doors, a design choice increasingly popular with homeowners who want a minimalist interior. These doors sit level within the wall frame rather than swinging proud of it, which keeps sightlines clean and rooms feeling larger. The underlying technology relies on invisible mounting hardware, concealed hinges and adjustable frames that let a panel be aligned and fitted precisely within an opening.
Choosing the right flush door involves balancing panel style, painted or finished color, and the surrounding frame so the result matches the room's overall character. Frameless systems work well in contemporary and classic interiors alike, and pairing a minimalist panel with simple hardware can produce the sleekest possible lines. Adjustable hinge technology and concealed closers also help doors operate smoothly without the noise or visual clutter of traditional surface-mounted fittings.
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The broader aim of the material is to help people avoid a messy renovation: clear guidance on selecting a door type, matching a frame and baseboard, and thinking through hardware, color, and finish before work begins. A checkmark-style list of considerations keeps the advice readable and practical, while the understated visual design mirrors the minimalism the products themselves deliver. For anyone renovating a home or seeking a polished, uncluttered result, these notes offer a useful starting point.
Rent the barn
- Hayloft Barn sits at 232 Podunk Road in Sturbridge, MA
- The hall has a unique hardwood floating floor
- Air conditioned for year-round comfort
- A natural fit for dancing and community gatherings
- Rental dates appear alongside club events on the barn calendar
Design notes
Frameless flush wall doors
If you’re looking for a minimalist door design, a frameless flush wall door is one option worth understanding. Developed by Bod’or KTM in Bocholt, these flush door systems are made from gypsum material and feature an invisible flush mounting frame, so the door fits flush to the wall.
The system can also be used as bookshelf doors. We cover the advantages, the disadvantages, and installation tips for working flush wall doors into your own home.
Advantages and disadvantages
Club news
Newsletters and club updates
Monthly newsletters were published by Suzanne Lazarou and Matt McGovern, beginning in May 2013 and continuing through the winter of 2016, alongside club news and schedule changes.
Newsletters
- May 2013 onward, by Suzanne Lazarou
- Monthly issues through winter 2016
- Club activity and event updates
Barn schedules
- April 2016 — Steve Park calling, Birgit Maguire cueing
- May 2018 — BReasy Rounds and KenCentrics workshops
- Monthly, yearly, weekly, and today views
Stay in touch
- Email notices of upcoming events
- Reminders of changes and cancellations
- Add or remove your name from the list
Come dance with us
Everyone is welcome at the barn
Square and round dancing in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, with lessons for Mainstream, Plus, and Advance dancers. For general information, contact Moe Bracken at (508) - 867-8036 or email brackenm@hayloftsteppers.org.