thINKingDANCE End of Year Party

thINKingDANCE invites you to our End-of-Year Party at Cardell Dance Studio.

Join us for:

  • A FREE community dance class
  • Live performances from local artists
  • A raffle with great prizes
  • Refreshments & good vibes
  • and most importantly — YOU, our incredible community of movers, makers, and readers!

Come celebrate another year of dance writing, art, and collective creativity in Philly. Let’s move, connect, and dream together for what’s next.

Admission is free — bring your friends, your energy, and your dance shoes!

Save the Date: December 14th, 4-7 pm

Location: Cardell Dance Studio, Philadelphia

Register here.

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