Spend your Saturday night at Watts Hall with live music, dancing, and a room full of energy! On Saturday, May 30 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, The Ragtime Destroyers bring their New Orleans inspired sound to Thomaston for a swing dance party you will not want to miss.

A familiar favorite in the Portland scene, the Ragtime Destroyers are known for their pop up swing sessions in the park. Their music pulls from the 1920s and 30s, blending classic jazz with jug band spirit in a way that feels lively, loose, and made for dancing. It is the kind of music that gets your feet moving whether you planned to dance or not.

Want to brush up on your moves before the music starts? Join Alaina Zyhowski for an optional beginner-friendly swing dance lesson from 6:15 to 6:45 pm. Folks may recognize Alaina from the stage with Watts Hall Community Players. No experience or partner is necessary, and the lesson is designed to get everyone feeling comfortable and ready to dance.