All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

The Dance Factory to host two fun ‘Days of Dance’ on July 26-27

BUCKHANNON — This month, The Dance Factory is set to host two fun dance events, tailored to different age groups, at their studio located at 107 W. Main Street in Buckhannon.

The first event, “Pre School Dance Jam,” will take place on Friday, July 26, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This event is designed for children aged 3 to 6 and offers a sampling of favorite classes from the preschool program.

The second event, “You Should be Dancin’ at TDF!,” is scheduled for Saturday, July 27, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. It targets kids aged 7 through tweens and will feature high-energy dance classes, including improvisation and modern, hip hop, jazz, and a finale dance jam.

All participants will receive a TDF goodie bag and be entered into a drawing to win a certificate for The Dance Factory’s dance shop.

For more details about the events, visit their website or Facebook page. For any inquiries, contact The Dance Factory at (304) 472-8291.

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