Events - Jollification

The Living History Society of Minnesota cordially invites you to

Jollification

In the recent past, this event has gone by a few different names, "Harvest Hop" and "Autumn Antics" among them. This year the gentlemen of The Society have elected to celebrate the glory of the legislative success of the 1857 Land Grant to the Minnesota and Pacific Railroad (M&PRR) by hosting the Hop under the name of Jollification. The original Jollification, held in Stillwater, Minnesota, included two miles of bonfires atop the hills. In the interest of public safety, the recreated Jollification will include far less fire.

The day, Saturday October 25, 2003, begins at 9:00 AM with a Dance Workshop lead by our Dance Master and other Members of the Society skilled in such techniques. If you can walk in a circle the size of a modern basketball court, you are qualified to attend the Dance Workshop and you can dance. A Hearty Lunch will be provided during the Dance Workshop for a nominal fee of $2.00. The workshop itself is included with the Jollification registration fee. During the Hearty Lunch, members of The Society will review Ballroom Etiquette in preparation for the evening.

Modern, comfortable clothing with good dancing shoes is encouraged for the Dance Workshop. The Dance Workshop breaks at 2:30 PM, freeing your afternoon to catch some rest and complete any last-minute preparations you might have for the Big Dance.

For the evening festivities, period daywear is appropriate and encouraged, though not required. You may come in modern clothing or more formal period attire, as is your pleasure.

The Jollification will feature live music by The Camptown Ladies, a wonderful group The Society has had the pleasure of engaging for previous events. Also during the evening festivities refreshments will be available throughout and a buffet-style supper will be served during one of the breaks.

Dressing rooms will open at 6:00 PM for both men and women. The ballroom reopens at 7:30 PM and the Grand March starts promptly at 8:00PM.

Dance cards will be provided for both men and women. Among the dances will be Waltz, Redowa, Polka, Reel, Quadrille, and Schottische. The Jollification is open to those 14 years of age and older. Come to DANCE!

One ticket is good for all events.

• Dance Workshop: 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM with hearty lunch available.
• Jollification (The dance, with refreshments and light supper): 8:00 PM to 12:00AM.

Advance Tickets:
LHS Voting Membersip members: $20 per person
Guests: $23.00 per person
Dance Workshop Hearty Lunch: $2.00 per person
(price includes dance instruction, lunch, party admission, and refreshment buffet)
The Jollification is open to those age 14 or older. No younger children, please!

The registration deadline is October 17, 2003. A late registration fee of $2.00 per person will be assessed after October 17th, including at the door.

The Registration Form is available, for more information contact wmcrooks@lhsmn.org

Triune Masonic Lodge
1898 Iglehart Ave.
St. Paul, Minnesota

From the West
Follow I-94 to the Cretin Ave. exit and turn right (south) at the top of the ramp. Proceed south to Marshall Ave. Turn left (east) on Marshall and go six blocks to Howell St. Turn left (north) on Howell and go one block to Iglehart. The lodge is on the southeast corner of Iglehart and Howell. Locate on-street parking and join the fun.

From the East
Follow I-94 to the Snelling Ave. exit and turn left (south) at the top of the ramp. Proceed south to Marshall Ave. Turn right (west) on Marshall and go seven blocks to Dewey St (one block past Fairview) and turn right (north). Go one block north to Iglehart and turn left (west). Proceed on more block to the lodge which is on the southeast corner of Iglehart and Howell. Locate on-street parking and join the festivities.

From the South
Follow I-35E to Ayd Mill Road. Stay on Ayd Mill Road until it ends at the merge with Selby Ave. Follow Selby Ave to Fairview Ave. Selby ends at Fairview, so you cannot miss the turn. Turn right. You will now be heading north on Fairview. Proceed to Iglehart (one block north of Marshall). Turn left (west) onto Iglehart and go two blocks to Howell. The lodge is on the southeast corner of Iglehart and Howell. Locate on-street parking and join the party.

From the North
If you’re driving via I-35E, merge into I-94 and follow the directions above for "From the East." If you’re coming via I-35W, follow the Minnesota 280 cutoff south to I-94 and exit at Snelling. Follow the directions for "From the East," above, with the exception of turning right onto Snelling instead of left. Alternatively, you can take any of St. Paul’s North/South thoroughfares to Marshall and turn either left or right onto Marshall, depending on which one you have taken, and follow the directions for either "From the East" or "From the West" after the point of gaining access to Marshall from the directions above.