{"events":[{"name":"Haddam & Higganum Contra Dance","details":"All are welcome! We often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time! Dance is especially tailored for beginners! So come enjoy the friendly camaraderie, dance to live music and see everyone’s smiling faces!\nCaller: Don Heinold. Don has been calling around 14 years and is known for teaching the Rotary (country) Waltz.\nLive Music: Mickey Koth on fiddle/violin & John Kalinowski, on accordion. Since 1998 they’ve been the band that “will change your O’Doul’s to Guinness.” You’re gonna love contra dancing to this terrific threesome.\nAdmission: $15.00 per person. Donations are greatly appreciated and encouraged!\nFree Parking: There is plenty of free parking on the right side of the church.\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual, layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber soled sneaker are discouraged).\nRole Terms: “Women & Men” but all dancers are welcome to dance whichever role their heart desires.\nFood: Refreshments will be served but also bring water to keep hydrated!","links":["https://cdss.org/event/haddam-higganum-contra-dance/"],"start":"2023-10-27T19:45:00-04:00","end":"2023-10-27T22:00:00-04:00","country":"USA","state":"RI","city":"Haddam","styles":["contra"],"workshop":false,"social":true,"bands":["Mickey Koth & John Kalinowski"],"callers":["Don Heinold"],"price":"$15","organisation":"United Congregational Church of Haddam & Higganum","source":"events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml"}]}