Celebrate the vibrant contributions of women musicians and artists through an engaging series of workshops, jams, and activities all month long! Join us for special sessions designed to foster confidence and empowerment for all participants in a supportive musical community.
Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 10:30 AM · 4545 N Lincoln Ave
Honoring Her, A celebration of Movement and Belonging with Asali Naimah, Erika Ochoa, Shelley Miller, & Lisa Joy DeRosia
FREE Community Event! Join us for a community gathering as we celebrate International Women’s Day through the power of tribute, creativity, and collective movement. Experience the joy of connection as our guest teachers lead us in an accessible, soul-stirring movement. We will share a guided dance and a live musical performance designed to celebrate the feminine spirit. No dance experience is required, this session is about the feeling of belonging and moving-as-one.
REGISTER ▸Sunday, March 8, 2026 · 1:30 PM · 4544 N Lincoln Ave
International Women's Day Jam with Alicia Lees & Julia Storke
Celebrate International Women’s Day with artists throughout the years, beginning in the ‘60s and ending with today's stars such as MUNA, Taylor Swift, Hurray for the Riff Raff, Allison Russell, and the Indigo Girls.
REGISTER ▸Saturday, March 14, 2026 · 2:00 PM · 4545 N Lincoln Ave
Dance Pop Icons with Emily Zouras
Get ready to feel the rhythm and groove in this fun, follow-along choreography dance workshop. You will learn a beginner friendly routine that has a mix of jazz, smooth hip-hop, and sassy choreography that will have you owning the dance floor. This class is designed for ALL levels and will make you feel like a superstar! Bring your style, confidence, and let the music take over - it's time to dance!
REGISTER ▸Sunday, March 15, 2026 · 3:00 PM · 4544 N Lincoln Ave
Abanico Flamenco with Maya Tatiana
Explore the elegance and rhythmic complexity of the fan in this intensive Abanico Flamenco workshop. Participants will explore how to integrate the Fan into their dance, focusing on the coordination of fluid arm movements, sharp turns, and rhythmic footwork.
REGISTER ▸Saturday, March 21, 2026 · 10:30 AM · 4544 N Lincoln Ave
Bookworms Music and Storytime: Rock, Rosetta, Rock! Roll Rosetta, Roll! with Carey Farrell
FREE family event! Before Elvis, Chuck Berry, and Johnny Cash, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Godmother of Rock & Roll…Join us in the Resource Center for a reading of “Rock, Rosetta, Rock! Roll, Rosetta, Roll!” by Tonya Bolden, illustrated by R. Gregory Christie, followed by seasonal songs and an art project inspired by the book.
REGISTER ▸Saturday, March 21, 2026 · 1:00 PM · 4545 N Lincoln Ave
Fiercely Feminine Dance Workshop with Asali Naimah
Join us for an empowering one-hour dance workshop with our guest teacher, the dynamic Asali Naimah. Celebrate your strength, confidence, and inner diva with a high-energy routine blending Egyptian belly dance, contemporary moves, and more, all set to uplifting rhythms.
REGISTER ▸Saturday, March 21, 2026 · 1:00 PM · 4544 N Lincoln Ave
Lilith Fair Sing-Along with Carey Farrell
This Women's History Month, travel back to the '90s and celebrate the iconic musicians of Lilith Fair. We'll sing and strum along to songs by Lilith Fair performers like Sarah McLachlan, Tracy Chapman, Lisa Loeb, the Indigo Girls, and more!
REGISTER ▸Sunday, March 22, 2026 · 1:00 PM · 4544 N Lincoln Ave
A Dolly Parton Dance Celebration: The “9 to 5” Symphony with Erika Ochoa
This one-hour dance class is open to everyone and serves as a tribute to the woman who taught us how to "pour a cup of ambition" and turn the daily grind into a dance floor. While Dolly Parton is a global icon of glamour, this session honors her roots as a storyteller for the working class. We are centering this celebration on her definitive anthem, "9 to 5," using its percussive rhythm to drive a story of shared joy and resilience.
REGISTER ▸Saturday, March 28, 2026 · 11:00 AM · 4545 N Lincoln Ave
Martha Graham Intro Technique with Julia Schaeffer
In honor of Women’s History Month, join us for this introduction to the Martha Graham technique. As a pioneering American choreographer, Graham revolutionized modern dance by centering movement on the human spirit and the natural rhythm of the breath. This workshop focuses on the "Contraction and Release," exploring how the simple act of breathing can create powerful, grounded movement. We will explore how to use the breath to find stability and ease, using the body’s natural weight to develop balance and fluidity.
REGISTER ▸Saturday, March 28, 2026 · 1:00 PM · 4545 N Lincoln Ave
Caribbean Dance Workshop with Maila Sylla
Join us for Women's Month with vibrant Afro-Caribbean dance! Experience West Indies, soca, afro fusion, and African folk styles. Emphasizing grace, feminine energy, coordination, and body awareness. Paying tribute to Josephine Baker, Angel Kaba, Pearl Primus, Katherine Dunham. Featuring live drumming!
REGISTER ▸Saturday, March 28, 2026 · 3:00 PM · 4545 N Lincoln Ave
Bachata Dance Workshop with Denita Inez
Celebrate Women's History Month with this special Bachata footwork workshop. We will dance to music from women artists and learn about their contributions to the Bachata music scene. We will start with a body movement warm-up followed by technique exercises and the main combination.
REGISTER ▸Sunday, March 29, 2026 · 1:00 PM · 4544 N Lincoln Ave
Women Leading Tango with Katie DeSalvo
This workshop will guide women who have a desire to learn how to lead the Argentine Tango. We will learn how to harness our body's strength and sensitivity to take turns leading one another through simple, empowering exercises set to classic and nuevo tango music.
REGISTER ▸Artists featured in Old Town School’s Women’s History Month designs: Linda Ronstadt, Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell, [Old Town School Founder] Dawn Greening, Tracy Chapman, Odetta, Elizabeth Cotten, Anais Mitchell, Stevie Nicks, Sierra Ferrell, Alynda Segarra, Mariee Sioux, Judy Collins, Adrianne Lenker, Alison Krauss, Dolly Parton, Joan Armatrading, Our Native Daughters, Indigo Girls, Carole King, and an Old Town School guitar student.
These artists represent just a glimpse of the countless female musicians who have shaped and continue to transform folk music traditions worldwide. We celebrate these pioneers while acknowledging that no single collection could capture the full breadth of women's contributions to folk music throughout history. We invite you to share your own inspirations and help us continue honoring the legacy of women in music throughout the month and beyond.
