Dance for Winneba is a limited, ticket-only, fund-raising event. Come dance the night away with 200 of your favorite friends and Charlottesville-Ghanains to the rhythms of THE SOUL TRANSIT AUTHORITY and select members of THE STONED WHEAT THINGS including Fulton Patrick and Dan Sebring.  Beer from Blue Ridge Beverage, wine from The Trump Winery, catered food from some our favorite establishments such as FEAST, Orzo, Stix's, Cville Coffee, Beer Run and others  and authentic food from Ghana will be available for all ticketed guests.

There will be an abundance of nice auction items. Raffle tickets are $5 or three for $10. So far we have an original painting by Chicho, a beautiful hand made handbag by Victoria Horner made from fabric from Ghana, a spice basket from Spice Diva, a shirt and skirt from Ghana, Mary Kay gift certificate from Linda Heeschen, a one hour life coaching lesson from Johanna Rude, and a gift from Cafe Calvino and 2 Washington Nationals tickets for June 3rd from Monticello Media Group to name only a few.  Look for the Launch Modeling Agency women at the auction item table. 

In addition to dancing we will have drumming down by the river. It is also former mayor Dave Norris' birthday (and Charlotte Cherry's too) so bring them a little something if you like.

Get your tickets fast; we may sell tickets at the gate but no guarantee so get yours online here. 

Most of the participants in Charlottesville's last trip to Ghana in May of 2011 will be on hand as well: David Norris, Charlotte Cherry, Morgan Rowe, Henry Graf, Kelly Eplee, Stan Binsted, Krista Farrel, Baccho Umberto, Nancy Damon, Jane Penner, Nana Gharty, Karen Waters and Roger Voisinet to name a few. Any local native Ghananians are welcome as guests of the event for no charge.

Parking is available at the Woolen Mills Chapel, Riverside Park and at the Allied Van Lines lot at the Old Woolen Mills. Proceeds from this event will go to the Charlottesville-Winneba sister city foundation whose goal is to build a library for the citizens of Winneba on land which has already been set aside for this project.  Come on out and DANCE FOR WINNEBA.

If you cannot attend please purchase a ticket to support our sister city. Please note that google maps incorrectly located the address. We are located at the end of East Market Street, two homes past the Woolen Mills Chapel. Thank you.

If your family is attending with two adults then the children can pay $10 each only. If the children are well behaved and less than 10 then there is no charge for them.

The weather forecast is great so there is little to no chance we will move to Main Street Arena.

About the band:

"Seven experienced musicians from all over the US, now currently living in Charlottesville, Virginia. They play the songs from the golden years of Soul, classic Top 40 & Motown. Their extensive repertoire ranges from Jazz standards to Soul & Motown and classic dance hits of yesterday. With a line up that includes a full horn section, keyboards & percussion the group has a full energetic sound that will keep you on your feet.

The current lineup encompasses a wealth of musically experienced players. Such a wide range of music and high degree of professionalism allows the band great flexibility, making every show a night to remember."

Here are some comments post our party last Sept, 2011.....

Colleen Yax
According to the invite posting, it's still happening! Must be quite a
party, sorry I missed you all this year!


James Buford Poates Quarles
You're an inspiring guy, my friend. Truly, another wonderful annual
party and you should be proud of yourself for bringing so many friends
together in one beautiful place.


Terry Levinson
Fabulous evening, Roger! Thank you for sharing your beautiful place
with so many...and the music and dancing rocked! It was great to talk
with some friends I hadn't seen in years...

DJ Hill
Hey, Roger—

Thanks for an awesome party! Love the house. …great music. ...and what
a beautiful setting!


Annick Avera
Roger, amazing party! Did you ever find out who left her shoes behind
in the grassy dancing area?


Gloria Gibb
ok, that was a blast! thank you for an amazing evening under the moon,
i know i left my mark on that dance floor! lol


Richard Heeschen
A great time was had by all


Ann Ray
Don't know what was best: the moon, the music, the food, the venue or
the crowd of fun people. What a wonderful evening! Thanks so much,
Roger!

  Chuck Moran Terrific party!!! Thanks, Roger L Voisinet!!!

   Ann Annick -- Yes, how could I fail to mention the
weather? AND the river (perfect) AND the awesome floating lanterns!


Judith Coughlin
Wow! That was so much fun. I'm still floating. Thank you everyone for
coming and dancing your socks off and thank you, Roger, for having
this incredibly wonderful party. Words fail me....


Jenny Bandy Peterson
Hi Anna and Roger (who I didn't get to meet!) - thanks so much for the
party invitation. What a fun and gracious gathering it was!


Eileen Abbott
Thank you for your hospitality, wonderful Roger. It was a lovely and
most marvelous evening!

Marga Odahowski
     Thanks for the greatest party ever! Very generous.

 
  Martin Quarles
     Thank you for a really fun party. i danced my butt off, and got
to see a lot of folks. Glad you met my son and his friends who are now
your neighbors.


     Heather Wetzel (2)
     Thanks for the GREAT party- wow, it certainly lived up to its
reputation!!! I really needed some fun. Your home is beautiful. Hope
the morning after is smooth for you.

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     Kaki PearsonFriends with Alison Dickie and Kate Hamilton
     Heard about your party... sounds just 'like the good ol' days'. ENJOY!


     Jodie Plaisance
     I'm going to do my damnedest to make that AMAZING party i keep
hearing about!