[[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-08/"] start = "2023-12-08T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-08T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-15/"] start = "2023-12-15T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-15T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-22/"] start = "2023-12-22T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-22T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-29/"] start = "2023-12-29T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-29T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW New Year's Eve Contra Dance Ball" details = """ The Folklore Society of Greater Washington is thrilled to return to the Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase in Maryland for another fantastic New Year’s celebration. We plan a full evening of fun dances to amazing musicians. Doors open at 7:15, and the Grand March starts at 8. There will be a toast at midnight, followed by Auld Lang Syne, then some final dancing. Caller: Lisa Greenleaf  Band: Stomp Rocket (Glen Loper on mandolin, Dave Langford on fiddle, and Bethany Waickman on guitar) Come join us for the end-of-year festivities! Details and updates can be found on our New Year’s Eve Contra Dance Ball page. General admission is $60, Students or low income is $28.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/nye-contradance-ball", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-new-years-eve-contra-dance-ball/"] start = "2023-12-31T20:00:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-01T00:15:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Chevy Chase" styles = ["contra"] workshop = false social = true bands = ["Stomp Rocket"] callers = ["Lisa Greenleaf"] price = "$28-$60" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-05/"] start = "2024-01-05T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-05T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-12/"] start = "2024-01-12T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-12T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-19/"] start = "2024-01-19T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-19T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-26/"] start = "2024-01-26T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-26T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-02/"] start = "2024-02-02T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-02T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-09/"] start = "2024-02-09T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-09T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-16/"] start = "2024-02-16T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-16T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-23/"] start = "2024-02-23T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-23T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-01/"] start = "2024-03-01T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-03-01T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-08/"] start = "2024-03-08T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-03-08T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-15/"] start = "2024-03-15T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-15T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-22/"] start = "2024-03-22T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-22T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-29/"] start = "2024-03-29T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-29T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-04-05/"] start = "2024-04-05T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-05T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-04-12/"] start = "2024-04-12T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-12T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra & Square Dance" details = """ Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. Newcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-04-19/"] start = "2024-04-19T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-19T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Washington Spring ECD Ball" details = """ The Washington Spring Ball is a joyful yearly event of English Country Dancing to glorious music. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. We have a practice session the day of the ball, where most of the dances will be taught. Attending the practice session is strongly encouraged but not required. In the evening at the ball, all dances will be briefed (talked-through) and then prompted for the first few rounds. Dancers wear what makes them feel happy and festive; some choose attire from the 18th or 19th century. The Ball will be played by Reelplay (Robbin Marcus on piano, Dave Marcus on concertina), and special guest Paul Oorts on guitar, mandolin, bouzouki, accordion. Music at the afternoon practice session will be provided by Elke Baker and Liz Donaldson. The session will run from 2:00-5:00 pm at the Civic Center on the day of the ball and is included in the ball admission fee. The Ball is supported by a generous grant from Montgomery County’s Community Access Program. More information can be found on our website.""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/washington-spring-ball", "https://cdss.org/event/washington-spring-ecd-ball/"] start = "2024-04-27T14:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-27T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Maryland" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Reelplay", "Elke Baker & Liz Donaldson"] price = "$25-$55" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance" details = """ Caroline Barnes calls to music by Contra Intuitive – Peggy Kaiser (piano), Ryck Kaiser (fiddle), and special guest Dan Levenson (fiddle, banjo). Newcomers always welcome! New dancer workshops at 7:30. BFMS and FSGW members $10, non-members $15. Under 21 and students dance for free. Online payment link and more information at bfms.org""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php", "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/737366611808418/"] start = "2024-06-05T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-05T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Contra Intuitive"] callers = ["Caroline Barnes"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Second Saturday BFMS Contra Dance" details = """ Steve Gester calling to Renee Mendenhall (accordion), Janina O’Brien (keyboard), and Steven Epstein (clarinet and sax) Dance lesson: 7:30. Admission is: $10 BFMS Members & Affiliates, $15 non-members. Under 21 and full-time students with ID: Free. Beginners and families are welcome. No experience necessary; you don’t need to bring a partner.""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-bfms-contra-dance/"] start = "2024-06-08T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-08T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Steve Gester"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS" details = """ Ben Sela and Rebecca Anger call to music by Charlie Pilzer (piano) and Zachary Mills (fiddle) Beginners and families welcome! New dancer workshops at 7:30. BFMS and FSGW members $10, non-members $15. Under 21 and students dance for free. Online payment link and more information at bfms.org""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php", "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms/"] start = "2024-06-19T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-19T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Charlie Pilzer & Zachary Mills"] callers = ["Ben Sela", "Rebecca Anger"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5731159", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-06-26/"] start = "2024-06-26T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-26T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS" details = """ Greg Frock calls to Wild Wombats of the Chesapeake—Carl Friedman (fiddle), Janina O’Brien (piano), Ralph Barthine (guitar), and Robin Wilson (flute, sax, etc). Intro lesson at 7:30pm. Dance starts at 8pm at Lovely Lane Church. The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing at 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 PM on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church Admission is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. Online payment only.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-2/"] start = "2024-07-03T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-03T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Wild Wombats of the Chesapeake"] callers = ["Greg Frock"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5766260", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-07-03/"] start = "2024-07-03T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-03T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-05/"] start = "2024-07-05T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-05T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5766270", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-07-10/"] start = "2024-07-10T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-10T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/upcoming-dances", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-12/"] start = "2024-07-12T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-12T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS" details = """ Melissa Chatham calls to music by Ken Kolodner (hammered dulcimer, fiddle, etc.) and Elke Baker (fiddle), with possible mystery friends.  The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing at 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 PM on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners and families welcome; new dancer orientation at 7:30pm. Online payment only.""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php", "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-3/"] start = "2024-07-17T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-17T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = false social = true callers = ["Melissa Chatham"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5766274", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-07-17/"] start = "2024-07-17T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-17T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/upcoming-dances", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-19/"] start = "2024-07-19T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-19T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Annapolis English Country Dance" details = """ English Country Dance to delightful live music Intro lesson at 6:30; dance at 7:00.  Pre-registration is not required, but please email aefallon@verizon.net to let us know if you can help with pre-dance setup and/or post-dance hall restoration. Such help is much appreciated! Face masks are optional. Venue has windows and filter fans for circulation and ventilation. Please bring own water. Snacks to share are welcome if you bring napkins, appropriate paper goods, and utensils and plan to clean up after snack time. No experience or partner required. $15; students $5; children through 5 years old free.  Info: Ann Fallon, 410-507-0934, or Jan Scopel, 443-540-0867.""" links = ["https://www.facebook.com/events/1122005912428029/", "https://cdss.org/event/annapolis-english-country-dance/2024-07-20/"] start = "2024-07-20T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-20T21:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Annapolis" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Kappy Laning"] price = "$5-$15" organisation = "Annapolis Traditional Dance Society" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Monday Evening English Country Dance" details = "All are welcome to join us for an evening of English country dance with live music. All dances talked and walked through. Easy parking, air conditioning, and fans. Snacks are encouraged for the break! Please register online at our website." links = ["https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore/2024-07-22/"] start = "2024-07-22T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-22T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = false social = true callers = ["Andrea Nettleton"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5766283", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-07-24/"] start = "2024-07-24T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-24T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-26/"] start = "2024-07-26T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-26T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Playing with Fyre"] callers = ["Timothy Klein"] price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-07-31/"] start = "2024-07-31T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-31T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-02/"] start = "2024-08-02T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-02T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Special Contra Dance" details = """ A SPECIAL CONTRA DANCE in partnership with Charlestown Senior Living Community 1:30-4:00 PM Ann Fallon calling to music by Jumping Sharks (Robin Wilson, Emily Aubrey, and Michael Raitzyk) Dance lesson: 1:00 PM Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. Location: Charlestown Senior Living Community. 719 Maiden Choice Lane, Catonsville, Maryland 21228. Follow signs for Cross Creek Station Clubhouse. The dance will be in the Conference Center within the Clubhouse. Admission is: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-bfms-charlestown-senior-living/", "https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php"] start = "2024-08-03T13:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-03T16:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Jumping Sharks"] callers = ["Ann Fallon"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS" details = """ Andrea Nettleton calls to music by Megan Beller (fiddle) and Charley Beller (mandolin, banjo, feet). The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  Admission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. Online payment only.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-4/"] start = "2024-08-07T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-07T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Andrea Nettleton"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-08-07/"] start = "2024-08-07T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-07T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-09/"] start = "2024-08-09T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-09T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Second Saturday BFMS Contra Dance" details = """ Kim Forry calling to The Orphans—a high energy trio, with a specialty for French Canadian tunes, Peter Buchak on accordion, Ben Kennedy on piano, Miranda Weinberg on fiddle. Dance lesson: 7:30 Admission is: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free Online payment only. Potluck snacks at the break.""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-bfms-contra-dance-2/"] start = "2024-08-10T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-10T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["The Orphans"] callers = ["Kim Forry"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Monday Evening English Country Dance" details = "All are welcome to join us for an evening of English country dance with live music. All dances talked and walked through. Easy parking, air conditioning, and fans. Snacks are encouraged for the break! Please register online at our website." links = ["https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore/2024-08-12/"] start = "2024-08-12T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-12T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = false social = true price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5798354", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-08-14/"] start = "2024-08-14T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-14T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Ann Fallon"] price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-16/"] start = "2024-08-16T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-16T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Annapolis English Country Dance" details = """ English Country Dance to delightful live music Intro lesson at 6:30; dance at 7:00.  Pre-registration is not required, but please email aefallon@verizon.net to let us know if you can help with pre-dance setup and/or post-dance hall restoration. Such help is much appreciated! Face masks are optional. Venue has windows and filter fans for circulation and ventilation. Please bring own water. Snacks to share are welcome if you bring napkins, appropriate paper goods, and utensils and plan to clean up after snack time. No experience or partner required. $15; students $5; children through 5 years old free.  Info: Ann Fallon, 410-507-0934, or Jan Scopel, 443-540-0867.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/annapolis-english-country-dance/2024-08-17/"] start = "2024-08-17T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-17T21:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Annapolis" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Ann Fallon"] price = "$5-$15" organisation = "Annapolis Traditional Dance Society" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS" details = """ April Blum calls to music by Lovely Lane String Band—Brenna Hogan (fiddle), Shane Knudsen (fiddle), John Sauer (guitar), Lisa Roberts (banjo), and Art Abrams (bass). The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  Admission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. Online payment only.""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php", "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-5/"] start = "2024-08-21T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-21T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Lovely Lane String Band"] callers = ["April Blum"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-08-21/"] start = "2024-08-21T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-21T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-23/"] start = "2024-08-23T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-23T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Dancing Planet Contra Dance" details = """ Join us for a lovely afternoon of contra dancing in the Bumper Car Pavilion! Scott Higgs will be calling to the music of High Drive (Dave Wiesler, piano; David Knight, fiddle; Paul Oorts, mandolin, other strings). Dance runs 3:00-6:00 pm, introductory session at 2:30 pm. $15.00, cash or Venmo accepted, sorry, no credit cards""" links = ["https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/", "https://cdss.org/event/sunday-afternoon-dancing-planet-contra-dance-2/"] start = "2024-08-25T14:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-25T18:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["High Drive"] callers = ["Scott Higgs"] price = "$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Monday Evening English Country Dance" details = "All are welcome to join us for an evening of English country dance with live music. All dances talked and walked through. Easy parking, air conditioning, and fans. Snacks are encouraged for the break! Please register online at our website." links = ["https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore/2024-08-26/"] start = "2024-08-26T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-26T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = false social = true price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5798363", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-08-28/"] start = "2024-08-28T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-28T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Helen White"] price = "free" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Annapolis Contra Dance" details = """ Contra Dance to delightful live music Intro lesson at 6:30; dance at 7:00.  Pre-registration is not required, but please email aefallon@verizon.net to let us know if you can help with pre-dance setup and/or post-dance hall restoration. Such help is much appreciated! Face masks are optional. Venue has windows and filter fans for circulation and ventilation. Please bring own water. Snacks to share are welcome if you bring napkins, appropriate paper goods, and utensils and plan to clean up after snack time. No experience or partner required. $15; students $5; children through 5 years old free.  Info: Ann Fallon, 410-507-0934, or Jan Scopel, 443-540-0867.""" links = ["https://www.facebook.com/events/481055861341303/", "https://cdss.org/event/annapolis-contra-dance/"] start = "2024-08-31T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-31T21:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Annapolis" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Andrea Nettleton"] price = "$5-$15" organisation = "Annapolis Traditional Dance Society" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance" details = """ Carl Friedman calls to music by Strings on Wings: Barb Schmid (fiddle), Todd Clewel (guitar), Aaron Blouin (bass). The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st, 3rd, and sometimes 5th Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  Admission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. Online payment only.""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php", "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-2/"] start = "2024-09-04T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-04T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Strings on Wings"] callers = ["Carl Friedman"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5840080", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-09-04/"] start = "2024-09-04T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-04T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Melissa Running"] price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-06/"] start = "2024-09-06T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-06T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Monday Evening English Country Dance" details = "All are welcome to join us for an evening of English country dance with live music. All dances talked and walked through. Easy parking, air conditioning, and fans. Snacks are encouraged for the break! Please register online at our website." links = ["https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore/2024-09-09/"] start = "2024-09-09T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-09T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = false social = true price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5840084", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-09-11/"] start = "2024-09-11T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-11T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Dan Gillespie"] price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-13/"] start = "2024-09-13T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-13T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Second Saturday BFMS Contra Dance" details = """ Sue Gola calling to Zachary Mills fiddle & feet, Bobby LaRose mandolin, and Charlie Pilzer piano Dance lesson: 7:30 Online payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. Location: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212 Admission is: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free Potluck snacks at the break""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-baltimore-folk-music-society-contra-dance/"] start = "2024-09-14T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-14T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Sue Gola"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Dancing Planet Contra Dance" details = """ Join us for an afternoon of contra dancing in the Bumper Car Pavilion! Mary Wesley will call to music by Starling (Mo Brachfeld, fiddle and Jared Kirkpatrick, mandolin & keyboard). Dance runs 3:00-6:00 pm, introductory session at 2:30 pm. $15.00, cash or Venmo accepted. Sorry, no credit cards""" links = ["https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/", "https://cdss.org/event/sunday-afternoon-dancing-planet-contra-dance-3/"] start = "2024-09-15T14:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-15T18:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Starling"] callers = ["Mary Wesley"] price = "$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Monday Evening English Country Dance" details = "All are welcome to join us as we expand our Dance Evenings this September! All dances are talked and walked through with live music, air-conditioning, fans, easy parking and sometimes, even snacks!" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore-2/"] start = "2024-09-16T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-16T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = false social = true price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Wednesday Night Contra Dance" details = """ Janine Smith and Susan Taylor call to The Dead Sea Squirrels—Cathy Mason (fiddle), Craig Edwards (fiddle, banjo, and mandolin), and Henry Yoshimura (guitar). The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st, 3rd, and sometimes 5th Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  Admission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. Online payment only.""" links = ["https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php", "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance/"] start = "2024-09-18T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-18T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Dead Sea Squirrels"] callers = ["Janine Smith", "Susan Taylor"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5840085", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-09-18/"] start = "2024-09-18T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-18T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-20/"] start = "2024-09-20T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-20T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Annapolis English Country Dance" details = """ English Country Dance to delightful live music Intro lesson at 6:30; dance at 7:00.  Pre-registration is not required, but please email aefallon@verizon.net to let us know if you can help with pre-dance setup and/or post-dance hall restoration. Such help is much appreciated! Face masks are optional. Venue has windows and filter fans for circulation and ventilation. Please bring own water. Snacks to share are welcome if you bring napkins, appropriate paper goods, and utensils and plan to clean up after snack time. No experience or partner required. $15; students $5; children through 5 years old free.  Info: Ann Fallon, 410-507-0934, or Jan Scopel, 443-540-0867.""" links = ["https://www.facebook.com/events/1703926357030244/", "https://cdss.org/event/annapolis-english-country-dance/2024-09-21/"] start = "2024-09-21T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-21T21:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Annapolis" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Ann Fallon"] price = "$5-$15" organisation = "Annapolis Traditional Dance Society" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Benefit Dance for CDSS" details = "Please join us for a potluck brunch and dance at Ballroom Blum with calling by CDSS President David Smukler and music by Tina Chancey, Colleen Reed, and Melissa Running. The program will include English country dances and vintage and modern contra dances. Suggested minimum donation $30. All proceeds to benefit the Country Dance and Song Society." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/benefit-dance-for-cdss/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/1566010437295512/"] start = "2024-09-22T11:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-22T15:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Adelphi" styles = ["contra", "ecd"] workshop = false social = true bands = ["Tina Chancey, Colleen Reed & Melissa Running"] callers = ["Dave Smukler"] price = "$30" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Monday Evening English Country Dance" details = "All are welcome to join us for an evening of English country dance with live music. All dances talked and walked through. Easy parking, air conditioning, and fans. Snacks are encouraged for the break! Please register online at our website." links = ["https://www.bfms.org/mondayDance.php", "https://cdss.org/event/monday-evening-english-country-dance-in-baltimore/2024-09-23/"] start = "2024-09-23T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-23T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Baltimore" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = false social = true price = "$10-$15" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5840087", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-09-25/"] start = "2024-09-25T20:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-25T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Andrea Nettleton"] price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-27/"] start = "2024-09-27T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-27T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "FSGW English Country Dance" details = """ In-person dancing at Glen Echo Town Hall. With live music! You may register in advance (preferred) or at the door. Attendance will be limited to 50 dancers and spectators, so if you are planning on registering at the door, please check the event page beforehand to see how many spaces are left. If you have not previously attended a Wednesday night English country dance at Glen Echo, you may select “first time free” when registering. New dancers are welcome. If you have no previous English country dance experience or would like a refresher, please arrive at around 7:30 for a lesson. COVID info: masks and vaccinations encouraged but not required. More info The dance is held in the upstairs room of the Glen Echo Town Hall. If you’d like to get weekly reminders and other email of interest to our local dancers, please send an email to ecd.registrar@fsgw.org to be added to the list. General information on our English Country Dance web page Member (FSGW, BFMS, CDSS, ATDS) – $15.00 Non-member – $17.00 Students and Limited income – $8.00""" links = ["https://fsgw.org/event-5870851", "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-english-country-dance/2024-10-02/"] start = "2024-10-02T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-10-02T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["April Blum"] price = "$8-$17" organisation = "Folklore Society of Greater Washington" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo" details = "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!" links = ["https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets", "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-10-04/"] start = "2024-10-04T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-10-04T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$15" organisation = "Friday Night Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "ContraStock" links = ["https://fsgw.org/contrastock"] start_date = "2024-10-20" end_date = "2024-10-20" country = "USA" state = "MD" city = "Glen Echo" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Engine Room", "The Dam Beavers", "Handspring"] callers = ["Will Mentor", "Beth Molaro", "Scott Higgs"] organisation = "TryContra" source = "events/usa/trycontra.yaml"