Make sure to stay in town on July 16, because Downtown Placerville’s Bell Tower is going to come alive with hip-shaking and boot-stomping fun. Dancin in the Street, hosted by the El Dorado Arts Council, takes place from 3-8:30 p.m. and gives people a chance to both watch performances and take to the floor. “There are going to be dance demonstrations from local dance organizations: Jammin Dance and Fitness, Sarpika Global Tribal Dance, Belly Fit Dance, and two groups combined (the Apple Jacks and Jills and the Main Street Strollers), which are both square dancing groups,” says Alisyn Gularte, operations and communications director for the El Dorado Arts Council. After a couple hours of demonstrations, The Garage Openers will play through the evening and the floor will open up. “We are going to have a beer garden hosted by Old Hangtown Beerworks,” says Gularte. “A little liquid courage to get out on the dance floor!” The El Dorado Arts Council, who promotes and showcases all types of great local art, held this event last year at the Fausel House. “We wanted to hold it more as a community event, so that’s why we’re bringing it to the Bell Tower.” The 3rd Saturday Art Walk will also be on, so it’ll be a well-patronized night! For more info, visit eldoradoartscouncil.org/event/dancin-in-the-street.

By Dayana Stockdale