When the world is heavy, we must find our joy and dance. Hard Times Require Furious Dancing is a gathering that is defiant in joy. This free event invites writers, readers, and literary folx to step out of conference mode and onto the dance floor. A high-energy evening designed to bring together creatives from across the country to celebrate literature, movement, and connection. Music curated by Baltimore’s DJ Chris Brooks, featuring a live band, light bites, a cash bar, a photo booth, and plenty of room to dance, meet new people, and reconnect with old friends.