Ingersoll’s Second Annual Barn Dance a hit

Outside view of the Ingersoll Cheese & Agricultural Museum. (Kyrah Smith Photo)

Kyrah Smith, Echo Correspondent

Cowboy hats and boots were seen as far as the eye could see recently at the Ingersoll Cheese and Agricultural Museum.

Back by popular demand, the town of Ingersoll hosted its second annual 19-plus Barn Dance on July 5 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission was pay what you wish and all donations went to the museum.

“With the success of last year, we decided to actually host two Barn Dances this year,” said Stephanie Conron, museum manager. The second dance this year will take place August 9.

Attendees were taught how to line dance courtesy of the museum’s staff and encouraged to test out their new skills throughout the night. Though some were hesitant at first, people really started to get the into the spirit.

“We had hoped for 200 people,” Stephanie announced halfway through the event, “But we have surpassed that!”

The event featured live music by local musician Paul Van Straten (a.k.a Floyd) and Alex Pellow-Manson from the neighbouring town of Woodstock. Their covers ranged from Brown Eyed Girl to Loosing my Religion and finishing the night off with Summer of ’69.

Goers were also able to take a break, sit outside and try their hand at axe throwing or bean bag toss.

Kicking Spirits Mobile Bar and P.B’s French Fries were also in attendance, supplying dancers with a delicious little energy boost. Both vendors will be returning in August.

If you’re interested in upcoming events or would like more information, you can visit the town’s website at www.ingersoll.ca/live-and-play/ingersoll-cheese-agricultural-museum/.