Monday, February 8
7:00-9 pm

Shag Dancing

Have you tried Shaggin’? If you haven’t, well now’s the time. Every Monday evening at The General Store Café in downtown Pittsboro, master Shag instructors June Arthurs and Larry Patterson, in conjunction with members of the Chatham Area Shag Association (CASA) will be teaching Shag lessons. Learn about the dance born in the Carolinas and see why over 95 Shag clubs have sprung up from Pennsylvania to Florida.

Thanks to owner Vance Remick, The General Store Café’ will now be the new home for June and Larry’s dance classes on Monday nights. Located at 39 West Street in downtown Pittsboro (across from the courthouse) with a brand new dance floor, stage, state of the art sound system, and expanded entertainment area, combined with a great menu and a variety of beverages, The General Store Café is the ideal place to learn how to shag. The beginner class starts at 7:00pm, followed by intermediates at 8:00, and advanced at 9:00. Lessons are only $30.00 per person each month. And on the first Monday of each month come in at 6:30 pm for a free lesson!

So come join June and Larry along with CASA members on Mondays, and see how much fun shaggin’ can be!

Wednesday
February 10
7-8:30 pm

Laine & Avis

Come and share an evening with The Laine and Avis Duo, a vocal and keyboard Chatham twosome, who continue to share their love for the mellow and lyrical songs of the 1920s, 30s and 40s. They do occasionally toss in a later one or two. Experience hearing the special music of the season of love and romance written by composers from an unforgettable musical era.

Thursday
February 11
7-9 pm

Jazz with the Dave Youngman Quartet

The Dave Youngman Quartet has been entertaining jazz audiences in the Raleigh area since the mid-90's. With the recent addition of the lovely and talented Lola Youngman on vocals, the group has added a bold new dimension to their repertoire and made their on stage performances even more enjoyable. The group's current material includes jazz standards and dozens of popular selections from the greatest American composers of the 20th century, including George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hart, and Irving Berlin.

Friday
February 12
8-10:30 pm

The Straight 8's

The Straight 8s have been delivering their combustible blend of high-octane rock-a-billy music for over a decade. Based in Hillsborough, NC, the band has performed countless shows throughout the Southeast, birthplace of our beloved rock-a-billy.

Continuously in demand, the Straight 8s captivate audiences with their exceptional musicianship and dynamic stage presence. The band has released two full-length records and has been featured on several compilations.

In addition to performing at regional top-tier music venues, festivals, restaurants, honky-tonks, and private engagements, the Straight 8s traveled to Seattle, WA to “Shake the Shack” in 2005. Their music has also been featured on radio programs in the US, Canada, UK, and the Netherlands.

Saturday, February 13
7-9 pm
Sunday, February 14
9-8

Saturday
Olli New Horizon Swing Band

Sunday Brunch
9-3 pm

Valentine's Day Dinner
5-8 pm

Come in for the OLLI New Horizons Swing Band! This Swing Band plays the Big Band tunes you remember from the 40's & 50's. Some swing, some ballads, some livelier numbers. Great music for listening and for dancing.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14

GSC Sunday Brunch
9-3 pm

Come in and enjoy brunch!

Valentine's Day Dinner

Bring your sweetheart in to enjoy our Special Valentine’s Day Dinner Sunday, February 14, 5-8 pm. Enjoy the sounds of Shana Tucker-Williams, cellist/singer-songwriter/guitarist. Shana is a NY-based artist who’s set on blazing a trail for herself Down South. Transcending genre distinctions, Shana settles comfortably within the realm of ChamberSoul – a familiar pastiche of soulful, acoustic, down-tempo pop culture with hints of classically-influenced folksie otherstuff. Her music speaks for itself through well-crafted lyrics, subtle, lingering melodies, and compositions that boast a unique, satisfying blend of humor and gravity. The Fine Print: $60.00 per couple includes your choice of 2 entrees,