{"events":[{"name":"Swingin' Tern","details":"Our contra dances are held every first and third Saturday evening year-round from 7:30pm–10:30pm, with a beginners’ workshop at 7pm. We have occasional double dances along with a New Year’s Eve dance. \n$15 adults/$5 students \nThis dance will end early at 10pm so folks can go to the Holiday Party after the dance. Directions to the local party will be at the dance. \nCaller: Karen Justin\nIn 2022, Karen Justin discovered the joy of contra calling. Known as a friendly and precise dancer, she brings these same qualities to the microphone. With clear teaching and well-timed calling, Karen welcomes new and experienced dancers alike, helping them connect to the music and to each other. \nBand: Torrent\nTorrent is New York City’s newest contra dance band featuring Nadia Gaya on accordion, Sarah Stefanski on fiddle, and Ross Parker on piano. Torrent’s driving rhythms and exciting tunes will get you on your feet and dancing! \nUseful Information:\n\nNewcomers are welcome to come at 7pm for an introductory lesson on the basics of contra dancing. No partner is necessary. All dances are taught with a “walk-through” by the caller.\nWe no longer require vaccination. Masks are optional.\nAll dances at Swingin’ Tern are called to the gender-neutral terms Larks & Robins. Dance whatever role you’re comfortable in.\nWe are air-conditioned. We have windows on three sides when we want to let the breeze come in.\nOur dance is two blocks from the Chatham station on the Morris/Essex line out of Penn Station, NYC.\nWe welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.\nPlease bring your own water bottle. Water bottles may be filled at the kitchen sink.\nWear comfortable clothing. Contra dancing is aerobic. We prefer you carry in your shoes.\nWe are a friendly, inclusive group. Pack plenty of smiles!","links":["https://folkproject.org/swingin-tern/","https://cdss.org/event/swingin-tern-contra-dance-6/"],"start":"2024-12-21T19:00:00-05:00","end":"2024-12-21T22:00:00-05:00","country":"USA","state":"NJ","city":"Chatham","styles":["contra"],"workshop":true,"social":true,"bands":["Torrent"],"callers":["Karen Justin"],"price":"$5-$15","organisation":"Swingin' Tern Dances","source":"events/usa/cdss.yaml"}]}