Square dancing lights up an afternoon

Saturday afternoon was a lively time at Mission at Castle Rock, filled with shuffling feet, twirling skirts, and smiles all around.

The Sashay Pardners square dance group put on a performance for the residents there. Their spectators were delighted with smiles on their faces and some even clapped along to the songs.

It was the first performance the group had there in a few years, though they have actively danced since the 1970s. While there are a few younger dancers in the crowd, the majority of the dancers are seniors themselves and some have been dancing for decades. Lila Seyersdahl is 83 ye...