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SUMMARY:Sing at Gorton - Upbeat Country Sing-Along
DESCRIPTION:Come sing with us at this evening of music! \n\nFirst\, we’ll warm up! Next\, we will sing a selection of familiar upbeat country favorites led by Lake Forest’s own Liam Sheridan! No experience is necessary\, and there’s no future commitment – just a chance to share music in a welcoming\, low-pressure setting. \nThe event runs about 45–60 minutes\, followed by refreshments and time to connect. \nGood to know: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpen to all ages – bring the whole family\nNo experience or vocal knowledge necessary\nOne-off event with no future commitment\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nMeet Your Leader:\n  \nLiam Sheridan\n\nLiam Sheridan is a rising Singer/Songwriter from the Chicagoland area. After spending years on stage as a musical theater performer and learning violin at his local elementary school\, Sheridan picked up an old guitar during his freshman year and never looked back.  Without formal lessons\, Liam spent hours learning\, practicing\, experimenting and quickly advanced to performing his first-ever live performance as a background rhythm guitarist at CROYA’s Battle of the Bands.   \nThis was just the beginning for Sheridan.  After eventually deciding to go solo\, he quickly started to focus on his singing and acoustic guitar abilities.  His first ever performance as a lead country singer of a band was during an annual event\, Lake Forest Days\, just before his sophomore year of high school. This was a major event and fueled his desire to perform live and find his own sound. \nNot long after\, Sheridan took a leap and set his sights on Nashwood\, a local country music festival in Highwood\, Illinois.  He was invited to play his first ever solo acoustic gig at just 15 years old at 28 Mile Distilling Company.  After playing 3 sets that weekend\, Liam gained traction in the local community and began getting requests to play at private events\, fundraisers\, and other local venues.  Sheridan’s name quickly grew and he charted 63 shows in only his first year as an acoustic artist.  Venues included local joints like Duffer’s pub\, Billy Bricks\, Toadstool Pub\, Up North Axe and Tap\, The Nite ‘N Gale\, K-Solo Vintage\, and more! \nAt 16\, he started to explore songwriting.  Sheridan said that songwriting quickly became a new passion for him and he couldn’t stop.  “It was a new way of being able to express myself in a way I never thought was possible.”  His writing led him to audition for a prestigious songwriting camp at Nashville’s famed Country Music Hall of Fame.  He worked with amazing mentor Paulina Jayne\, an accomplished singer/songwriter in Nashville.  Together\, they co-wrote\, recorded\, and performed a song. Liam shared: “Paulina was so amazing to work with! I cannot even describe how much I learned from her in such a short period of time.” \nNow\, Sheridan’s goal now is to share his music and story with the world. Acoustically-driven\, Liam’s lyrics are wrought with pure emotion and raw experiences that weave his stories together and strike a chord with all who listen.  Inspired by the likes of Noah Kahan\, Tyler Childers\, Lizzy McAlpine\, and Zach Bryan\, Liam brings a warm\, country folk\, and emotion-filled tone to every stage.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/sing-at-gorton-upbeat-country-sing-along/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
CATEGORIES:Adults,Age,Classes,Community,Events,Live Music,Music,Youth
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SUMMARY:Line It Up Line Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Grab Your Boots and Get Ready to Line Dance!\nKick the dust off those boots. Pop on that cowboy hat. Slide into your favorite jeans. It’s time for line dancing! \nNever tried it before? Perfect. Want to brush up on your moves? Even better. This class is built for beginners – and for anyone who just wants to have fun. \nWe’ll start slow. Easy steps. Clear breakdowns. No pressure\, no partner\, no problem. Just laughs\, music\, and movement. \nThen\, the real fun begins. We’ll groove through country classics. We’ll jam to high-energy pop hits. These are the dances you’ll see at weddings\, parties\, and dance halls all over. And now\, you’ll know them too. \nCome solo. Come with friends. Either way\, you’ll walk out smiling\, sweaty\, and ready to show off your new moves. \nSo grab your boots\, grab your crew\, and let’s do some line dancing! \nLesley has been dancing her whole life. She’s been classically trained in Ballet and Jazz. She’s been teaching dance for 40 years. She currently works at Lake Forest Health and Fitness and Life Time Fitness in Vernon Hills. Her super power is making everyone feel successful. 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/line-it-up-line-dancing-november/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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