Looking to learn a new skill and expand your social life in the new year? High Sierra Swing Dance Club is offering a free, two-hour lesson in basic West Coast swing at its monthly dance party Jan. 22 at the Brewery Arts Center's Grand Ballroom, 449 W. King St., Carson City.
The free lesson by Tim Renner is 5-7 p.m., with an intermediate-level West Coast swing lesson offered at 7 p.m. for $7.
A social dance to practice your new skills follows from 8-10:30 p.m. Partners are not required. The social dance is $7 for members of swing clubs and $10 for nonmembers. Join the club that night, and the dance is free. Artisans' Cafe will be open. For information, go to www.highsierraSDC.org or call 775-629-9369.