[[events]] name = "Brattleboro Bal Folk" links = ["https://www.rachelbellmusic.com/calendar", "https://www.facebook.com/events/3240314386190965/"] start = "2023-03-16T19:00:00-04:00" end = "2023-03-16T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Guilford" styles = ["balfolk"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Eloise & Co."] price = "$10-$20" organisation = "Brattleboro Bal Folk" cancelled = true source = "events/usa/guilford.yaml" [[events]] name = "BalFolk Workshop & Dance" details = "BalFolk workshop & dance for all ages and experience levels. Free and open to the public." links = ["https://www.middlebury.edu/events/event/balfolk-workshop"] start = "2023-04-15T16:00:00-04:00" end = "2023-04-15T18:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Middlebury" styles = ["balfolk"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Triton"] callers = ["Mary Wesley"] price = "free" organisation = "Middlebury College" source = "events/usa/middlebury.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with Liz Nelson calling to Cojiro. Cojiro is a stompy, fun, and funky Boston-based contra dance band duo of Jess Newman and Mark Price. Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. More info at Capital City Grange. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-2/"] start = "2023-11-04T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2023-11-04T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Cojiro"] callers = ["Liz Nelson"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Ben Sachs-Hamilton calling with music by Calico (Jesse Ball, Eric Boodman, Casey Murray). Newcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11. Everyone welcome. All dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. More info at Capital City Grange. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-4/"] start = "2023-11-18T19:40:00-05:00" end = "2023-11-18T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Calico"] callers = ["Ben Sachs-Hamilton"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Lisa Greenleaf calling to music by River Road (Kristen Planeaux, Sarah-Hadley Yakir, Jesse Ball). Newcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11. Everyone welcome. All dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. More info at Capital City Grange. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-6/"] start = "2023-12-02T19:40:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-02T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["River Road"] callers = ["Lisa Greenleaf"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Cabot Community Contra Dance" details = "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2023-12-08/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/242985861955342/"] start = "2023-12-08T19:15:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-08T22:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Cabot" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Don Stratton"] price = "$5-$10" organisation = "Cabot Community Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Mary Wesley calling to music by the Red Case Band (Clara Stickney, Alex Cumming, Stuart Kenney). Newcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11. Everyone welcome. All dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. More info at Capital City Grange. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-7/"] start = "2023-12-16T19:40:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-16T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Red Case Band"] callers = ["Mary Wesley"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Nils Fredland calling to music by Spintuition (Silas Hamilton, Willy Clemetson, Samuel Foucher). Festive clothing encouraged!  Newcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11. Everyone welcome. All dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. More info at Capital City Grange. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/"] start = "2023-12-30T20:00:00-05:00" end = "2023-12-30T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Spintuition"] callers = ["Nils Fredland"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Steve Zakon-Anderson calling to tunes by The Turning Stile (Joanne Garton and Aaron Marcus). Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Newcomers’ lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. More info on our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-2/"] start = "2024-01-06T08:00:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-06T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["The Turning Stile"] callers = ["Steve Zakon-Anderson"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Cabot Community Contra Dance" details = "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-01-12/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/902693078093687/"] start = "2024-01-12T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-12T22:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Cabot" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$10" organisation = "Cabot Community Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Burlington Balfolk" details = "An evening of Balfolk dancing with Triton and Mary Wesley. There will be a 30min introductory workshop for newcomers, from 7.30-8pm. The bal will run from 8-10pm." links = ["https://www.facebook.com/events/330064919913531/", "https://www.tritontrad.com/schedule/"] start = "2024-01-12T19:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-12T22:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Burlington" styles = ["balfolk"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Triton"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Triton & Mary Wesley" source = "events/usa/burlington.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance" details = """ Dance to wonderful music by Will Patton (tenor guitar), Susan Reid (violin), and Linda Young (harp); calling by Martha Kent & Barrett Grimm. 6:30pm – basics/review; 7pm to 9pm – dancing to live music. Newcomers welcome! Attend on your own or with a friend/partner. Ability to walk briskly required. Casual dress. BYO water bottle & clean soft-soled shoes. We use terms/words that refer to roles or positions, not gender.  $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Richmond-ECD-2024-Jan-May-Flyer-Revised-1724.pdf", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance/"] start = "2024-01-19T18:30:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-19T21:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Richmond" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Will Patton, Susan Reid & Linda Young"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Burlington Country Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ The Gaslight Tinkers and Adina Gordon! Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Newcomers’ lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. More info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-the-gaslight-tinkers/"] start = "2024-01-20T19:40:00-05:00" end = "2024-01-20T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["The Gaslight Tinkers"] callers = ["Adina Gordon"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance with Pre-dance Waltzing" details = """ Liz Nelson calling with music by Starling (Mo Brachfeld and Jared Kirkpatrick). Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Waltzing 7 – 7:40 (additional $5 requested). Newcomers’ contra dance lesson at 7:45 pm. Contra dancing 8-11 pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. More info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters; plus $5 for waltzing. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dances every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-pre-dance-waltzing/"] start = "2024-02-03T19:00:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-03T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Starling"] callers = ["Liz Nelson"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Cabot Community Contra Dance" details = "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-02-09/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/707435438209406/"] start = "2024-02-09T19:15:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-09T22:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Cabot" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Karen Mueller-Harder"] price = "$5-$10" organisation = "Cabot Community Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Luke Donforth and Cojiro (Jess Newman and Mark Price). Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional. More info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-3/"] start = "2024-02-17T19:40:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-17T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Cojiro"] callers = ["Luke Donforth"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Brownsville English Country Dance" details = """ Brownsville ECD is held in the Town Hall of West Windsor (Brownsville), Vermont. 1:00 Dances for more experienced dancers* 1:45 Beginners introduction to terms and movements – Everyone welcome! 2:00 General Dance – Everyone welcome! Potluck snack table. Enjoy. General admission – $10 First Time Dancers – FREE Under 15 – FREE * These dancers will need to know different types of heys, mirror B2B, poussettes and other basic figures without teaching the movements.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance/2024-02-18/"] start = "2024-02-18T13:00:00-05:00" end = "2024-02-18T16:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "West Windsor" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$10" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with Nils Fredland calling and tunes by Rose Jackson, Oliver Scanlon & Yann Falquet. Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional. More info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-nils-fredland/"] start = "2024-03-02T19:40:00-05:00" end = "2024-03-02T23:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Rose Jackson, Oliver Scanlon & Yann Falquet"] callers = ["Nils Fredland"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Cabot Community Contra Dance" details = "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-03-08/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/2142436049439563/"] start = "2024-03-08T19:15:00-05:00" end = "2024-03-08T22:00:00-05:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Cabot" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Erin Smith"] price = "$5-$10" organisation = "Cabot Community Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with Dereck Kalish calling and music by Atlantic Crossing. Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional. More info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-4/"] start = "2024-03-16T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-16T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Atlantic Crossing"] callers = ["Dereck Kalish"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Brownsville English Country Dance" details = """ Brownsville ECD is held in the Town Hall of West Windsor (Brownsville), Vermont. 1:00 Dances for more experienced dancers* 1:45 Beginners introduction to terms and movements – Everyone welcome! 2:00 General Dance – Everyone welcome! Potluck snack table. Enjoy. General admission – $10 First Time Dancers – FREE Under 15 – FREE * These dancers will need to know different types of heys, mirror B2B, poussettes and other basic figures without teaching the movements.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance/2024-03-17/"] start = "2024-03-17T13:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-17T16:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "West Windsor" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$10" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Queen City Contra" details = """ Queen City Contras invite you to our contra dance, Saturday, March 23 at the beautiful Shelburne Town Hall. Doors open at 6:30, beginner lesson at 6:45, dancing from 7 to 10.  Adina Gordon will call. Our band will be Atlantic Crossing. All are welcome; all dances are taught; no partner or experience necessary. Beginner’s session at 6:45pm.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, donations welcome. Please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in. Masks welcome but optional. Please stay home if you have symptoms.""" links = ["https://queencitycontras.com/schedule", "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-in-shelburne-vt/"] start = "2024-03-23T18:45:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-23T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Shelburne" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Atlantic Crossing"] callers = ["Adina Gordon"] price = "$5-$12" organisation = "Queen City Contras" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Brattleboro Bal Folk" details = """ Fun, accessible French and European traditional dances just outside Brattleboro.\r No experience or partner necessary.\r \r Live music & dance instruction by Eloise & Co.\r Becky Tracy (fiddle) & Rachel Bell (accordion)\r \r Please bring a clean pair of shoes to change into, or clean your shoes off thoroughly once you get inside, before you step onto the dance floor. We want to protect that beautiful wood floor!\r \r Suggested donation sliding scale $12-$25\r \r Dances range from beautiful to raucous. Even if you’ve never tried anything like this before, come on over! Feel free to listen and watch from the sidelines or jump in. We’ll teach you everything you need to know, and the crowd has a reputation for being welcoming, eager to draw newcomers into the fun. We will continue to offer variations and new dances to keep the experienced dancers engaged!\r \r Share our video with friends to whet their appetite!\r https://youtu.be/Y8OUy5JM6Jw?si=s8-aKotdPEayFcW0\r Masks are welcome but not required. Please stay home if you feel ill or are testing positive for Covid-19.\r \r Tentative next date: April 21. Stay tuned for details.\r \r Mark your calendars for May 31 at the Greenfield Guiding Star Grange. This will be a bal folk PARTY with no teaching. We'll have an intro session first to get the beginners ready and then it will be dance party time! All are welcome at the party, and even if you don't know all the dances, you'll be able to look around and follow what others around you are doing. It's going to be a blast! Check the Eloise & Co. facebook page for updates on exact timing and details.""" links = ["https://www.rachelbellmusic.com/calendar", "https://www.facebook.com/events/319274934467538/"] start = "2024-03-24T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-24T21:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Guilford" styles = ["balfolk"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Eloise & Co."] price = "$12-$25" organisation = "Brattleboro Bal Folk" source = "events/usa/guilford.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with Will Mentor and the Ice Cream Truckers (Noah VanNorstrand, Kelsey Wells, Yann Falquet). Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms. Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional. More info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday.""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-will-mentor/"] start = "2024-03-30T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-03-30T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["The Ice Cream Truckers"] callers = ["Will Mentor"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-04-07/"] start = "2024-04-07T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-07T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance" details = """ Musicians: Will Patton (mandolin) and Larks in the Attic (Pam Bockes – guitar, Susan Reid – violin, Linda Young – harp). Callers: Barrett Grimm, Val Medve. First half hour (6:30-7pm) is a basics/review session. Newcomers welcome! Attend on your own or with a friend/partner. Ability to walk briskly required. Casual dress. BYO water bottle & clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. We use terms/words that refer to roles or positions, not gender.  $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/english-country-dance-series/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-richmond-vt/"] start = "2024-04-12T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-12T21:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Richmond" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Larks in the Attic"] callers = ["Barrett Grimm", "Val Medve"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Val Medve" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Cabot Community Contra Dance" details = "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-04-12/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/794818009175051/"] start = "2024-04-12T19:15:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-12T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Cabot" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Luke Donforth"] price = "$5-$10" organisation = "Cabot Community Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-04-20/"] start = "2024-04-20T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-20T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Brownsville English Country Dance" details = """ Brownsville ECD is held in the Town Hall of West Windsor (Brownsville), Vermont. 1:00 Dances for more experienced dancers* 1:45 Beginners introduction to terms and movements – Everyone welcome! 2:00 General Dance – Everyone welcome! Potluck snack table. Enjoy. General admission – $10 First Time Dancers – FREE Under 15 – FREE * These dancers will need to know different types of heys, mirror B2B, poussettes and other basic figures without teaching the movements.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance/2024-04-21/"] start = "2024-04-21T13:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-21T16:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "West Windsor" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$10" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance" details = """ Musicians: Carol Compton (piano), Laura Markowitz (violin), Ana Ruesink (viola) Caller: Barrett Grimm First half hour (6:30-7pm) is a basics/review session. Newcomers welcome! Attend on your own or with a friend/partner. Ability to walk briskly required. Casual dress. BYO water bottle & clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. We use terms/words that refer to roles or positions, not gender.  $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-richmond-vt-2/"] start = "2024-04-26T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-04-26T21:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Richmond" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Barrett Grimm"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Val Medve" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance" details = """ Musicians: Peter Macfarlane (violin) and Larks in the Attic (Pam Bockes – guitar, Susan Reid – violin, Linda Young – harp) Caller: Dereck Kalish (from the Boston area) First half hour (6:30-7pm) is a basics/review session. Newcomers welcome! Attend on your own or with a friend/partner. Ability to walk briskly required. Casual dress. BYO water bottle & clean soft-soled shoes. Masks are optional. We use terms/words that refer to roles or positions, not gender.  $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/english-country-dance-series/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-richmond-vt-3/"] start = "2024-05-03T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-05-03T21:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Richmond" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Larks in the Attic"] callers = ["Dereck Kalish"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Val Medve" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-05-04/"] start = "2024-05-04T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-05-04T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Cabot Community Contra Dance" details = "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-05-10/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/2420351031498813/"] start = "2024-05-10T19:15:00-04:00" end = "2024-05-10T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Cabot" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Robin Russell"] price = "$5-$10" organisation = "Cabot Community Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance & Waltzing" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round. Special waltzing session with SpringTide before the contra dance.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-waltzing/", "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-05-18/"] start = "2024-05-18T19:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-05-18T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["SpringTide"] price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Brownsville English Country Dance" details = """ Brownsville ECD is held in the Town Hall of West Windsor (Brownsville), Vermont. 1:00 Dances for more experienced dancers* 1:45 Beginners introduction to terms and movements – Everyone welcome! 2:00 General Dance – Everyone welcome! Potluck snack table. Enjoy. General admission – $10 First Time Dancers – FREE Under 15 – FREE * These dancers will need to know different types of heys, mirror B2B, poussettes and other basic figures without teaching the movements.""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance/2024-05-19/"] start = "2024-05-19T13:00:00-04:00" end = "2024-05-19T16:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "West Windsor" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true price = "$10" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Queen City Contra" details = """ Contra Dance presented by Queen City Contras. Mary Wesley will call to the sounds of Red Dog Riley. All are welcome; all dances are taught; no partner or experience necessary. Please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in and a water bottle to keep you hydrated. Masks welcome but optional. Please stay home if you have symptoms. Doors open at 6:30, beginner lesson at 6:45, dancing from 7 to 10. Shelburne Town Hall is at 5372 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT. Please use side entrance. Email info@queencitycontras.com for more info. $12 adults over 18, $5 kids 12-18/low-income, under 12 free.""" links = ["https://queencitycontras.com/schedule", "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-in-shelburne-vt/"] start = "2024-05-24T18:45:00-04:00" end = "2024-05-24T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Shelburne" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Red Dog Riley"] callers = ["Mary Wesley"] price = "$5-$12" organisation = "Queen City Contras" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-06-01/"] start = "2024-06-01T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-01T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance - Outdoors" details = """ Basics/review for first half hour, followed by dancing in an open-sided pavilion to live music by Aaron Marcus (keyboard), Sarah Babbitt Spaeth (violin, viola), and Linda Young (harp). Callers: Martha Kent (first half), Barrett Grimm (second half). Bring a filled water bottle (no water source on-site). Masks are optional. Join us after the dance for a BYO picnic supper. $10-$15 (pay what you can).""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/dance/english-country-dance-outdoors-in-jericho-vt-6/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-outdoors/"] start = "2024-06-02T15:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-02T19:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Jericho" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Barrett Grimm", "Martha Kent"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Burlington Country Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Cabot Community Contra Dance" details = "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation." links = ["https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-06-14/"] start = "2024-06-14T19:15:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-14T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Cabot" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true organisation = "Cabot Community Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-06-15/"] start = "2024-06-15T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-15T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-06-29/"] start = "2024-06-29T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-29T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance - Outdoors" details = """ Dance outdoors in a lovely town park (with a view of Mount Mansfield). We dance to (mostly acoustic) music in a roofed, open-sided pavilion. All dances are taught and walked through. Newcomers welcome. The ability to walk briskly is required. BYO filled water bottle (there is no water source on-site). Wear sturdy/cushioned shoes for the smooth concrete floor. After the dance, join us for an on-site picnic (BYO food and drink). Portalets are in the parking lot (about a 5-minute walk from the dance pavilion). This afternoon, our band is Aaron Marcus (keyboard), Anna Patton (clarinet), and Will Patton (mandolin), with local caller(s) TBA (Barrett Grimm, Martha Kent, Val Medve). Additional summer Sundays, with different bands: July 21, August 25, September 8. $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/dance/english-country-dance-outdoors-jericho-vt-2/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-outdoors-2/"] start = "2024-06-30T15:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-06-30T18:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Jericho" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Barrett Grimm", "Val Medve"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Burlington Country Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-07-06/"] start = "2024-07-06T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-06T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-07-20/"] start = "2024-07-20T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-20T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance - Outdoors" details = """ Dance outdoors in a lovely town park (with a view of Mount Mansfield). We dance to (mostly acoustic) music in a roofed, open-sided pavilion. All dances are taught and walked through. Basics/review session at 3:30pm; dancing to live music starts 4pm. Newcomers welcome. The ability to walk briskly is required. BYO filled water bottle (there is no water source on-site). Wear sturdy/cushioned shoes for the smooth concrete floor. After the dance, join us for an on-site picnic (BYO food and drink). Portalets are in the parking lot (about a 5-minute walk from the dance pavilion). This afternoon, our band is Larks in the Attic (Pam Bockes – guitar, Susan Reid – violin, Linda Young – harp), with local caller(s) TBA (Barrett Grimm, Martha Kent, Val Medve). Additional summer Sundays, with different bands: July 21, August 25, September 8. Masks are optional. $10-$15 sliding scale""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/dance/english-country-dance-outdoors-jericho-vt-12/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-outdoors-3/"] start = "2024-07-21T15:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-07-21T18:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Jericho" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Larks in the Attic"] callers = ["Barrett Grimm", "Martha Kent"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Burlington Country Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-08-03/"] start = "2024-08-03T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-03T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-08-17/"] start = "2024-08-17T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-17T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Queen City Contra" details = """ Contra Dance presented by Queen City Contras.  Qwill Duvall will call to the sounds of Aaron Marcus and Frank Heyburn. All are welcome; all dances are taught; no partner or experience necessary. $12 adults over 18, $5 kids 12-18/low-income, under 12 free.  Please bring a pair of clean soft-soled shoes to dance in and a water bottle to keep you hydrated. Masks welcome but optional. Please stay home if you have symptoms.""" links = ["https://queencitycontras.com/schedule", "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-in-shelburne-vt/"] start = "2024-08-23T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-23T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Shelburne" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Aaron Marcus & Frank Heyburn"] callers = ["Qwill Duvall"] price = "$5-$12" organisation = "Queen City Contras" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance - Outdoors" details = """ Dance outdoors in a lovely town park (with a view of Mount Mansfield). We dance to (mostly acoustic) music in a roofed, open-sided pavilion. All dances are taught and walked through. Basics/review session at 3:30pm; dancing to live music starts 4pm. Newcomers welcome. The ability to walk briskly is required. BYO filled water bottle (there is no water source on-site). Wear sturdy/cushioned shoes for the smooth concrete floor. After the dance, join us for an on-site picnic (BYO food and drink). Portalets are in the parking lot (about a 5-minute walk from the dance pavilion). This afternoon, our band is Aaron Marcus (keyboard), Laura Markowitz (violin), Will Patton (mandolin), Ana Ruesink (viola), with local caller(s) TBA (Barrett Grimm, Martha Kent, Val Medve). Additional summer Sundays, with different bands: July 21, August 25, September 8. Masks are optional. $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/dance/english-country-dance-outdoors-jericho-vt-13/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-outdoors-4/"] start = "2024-08-25T15:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-25T18:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Jericho" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Val Medve"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Burlington Country Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-08-31/"] start = "2024-08-31T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-08-31T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Youth Dance Weekend" links = ["http://youthdanceweekend.org/"] start_date = "2024-09-06" end_date = "2024-09-08" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Weston" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Calico"] callers = ["Alex Deis-Lauby", "Lindsey Dono"] price = "$105-$285" organisation = "TryContra" source = "events/usa/trycontra.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-09-07/"] start = "2024-09-07T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-07T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Brownsville English Country Dance" details = """ A general dance that welcomes all levels of dancers from 1st time dancers to experienced dancers. Introduction or review at 12:45. Potluck snacks during intermission. Music by Carol Compton (piano), and Thal Aylward (violin). Calling by Jill Delaney. Masks are optional. If you suspect, or know, that someone in your household currently has Covid-19, please do not attend. As always, if you are not feeling well, regardless of the reason, please stay home.  We’ll be happy to see you next time! Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes for dancing. Also bring a water bottle. Singles welcome! Location is the Town Hall, 22 Hartland-Brownsville Rd. West Windsor, VT (some GPS want the town to be Brownsville, VT).""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance/2024-09-08/", "https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance-vermont/2024-09-08/"] start = "2024-09-08T12:45:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-08T16:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "West Windsor" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Carol Compton & Thal Aylward"] callers = ["Jill Delaney"] price = "$12-$20" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance - Outdoors" details = """ Dance outdoors in a lovely town park (with a view of Mount Mansfield). We dance to (mostly acoustic) music in a roofed, open-sided pavilion. All dances are taught and walked through. Basics/review session at 3:30pm; dancing to live music starts 4pm. Newcomers welcome. The ability to walk briskly is required. BYO filled water bottle (there is no water source on-site). Wear sturdy/cushioned shoes for the smooth concrete floor. After the dance, join us for an on-site picnic (BYO food and drink). Portalets are in the parking lot (about a 5-minute walk from the dance pavilion). This afternoon, our band is Will Patton (tenor guitar), Susan Reid (violin), Linda Young (harp), with local caller(s) TBA (Barrett Grimm, Martha Kent, Val Medve). Additional summer Sundays, with different bands: July 21, August 25, September 8. Masks are optional. $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/dance/english-country-dance-outdoors-jericho-vt-14/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-outdoors-5/"] start = "2024-09-08T15:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-08T18:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Jericho" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Barrett Grimm", "Martha Kent"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Burlington Country Dancers" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Norwich Contra Dance" details = """ Join us for a traditional New England contra dance at Tracy Hall in Norwich. All dances are taught, and beginners and singles are always welcome. We offer potluck snacks at the break, so please feel free to bring something to share. Our caller will offer a introductory / refresher session at 7:15 pm for newcomers or those who want to review the basics. Please bring clean non-marking shoes to help protect our dance floor! Masks are optional and welcome; vaccination strongly encouraged; please stay home if you have been exposed or are experiencing symptoms. Sliding Scale Admission: $20 Dance Supporters $12 General Admission $8 Students Under 16 free""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/norwich-contra-dance/2024-09-14/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/1488369702041741/"] start = "2024-09-14T19:15:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-14T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Norwich" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$8-$20" organisation = "Muskeg Music" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance" details = """ Newcomers welcome—come for the lesson at 6:30pm. Dancing to live music at 7pm: Laura Markowitz (violin), Ana Ruesink (viola), and Friend. Teaching by Martha Kent and Barrett Grimm. $10-$15 sliding scale (pay what you can). Masks are optional; COVID vaccine and boosters are highly recommended. Dances are taught and walked-through, then prompted as you dance—all instruction is non-gendered. Best suited for teens and adults with the ability to walk briskly. Attend with or without a partner;  we’ll change partners throughout the afternoon. Casual, comfortable clothing; shoes with low heels (flip-flops and slides don’t work!)""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/english-country-dance-series/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance/"] start = "2024-09-20T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-20T21:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Richmond" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Barrett Grimm", "Martha Kent"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Val Medve" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-09-21/"] start = "2024-09-21T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-09-21T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance" details = """ Newcomers welcome—come for the lesson at 6:30pm. Dancing to live music at 7pm: Larks in the Attic (Pam Bockes – guitar, Susan Reid – violin, Linda Young – harp). Teaching by Martha Kent and Barrett Grimm. Masks are optional; COVID vaccine and boosters are highly recommended. Dances are taught and walked through, then prompted as you dance—all instruction is non-gendered. Best suited for teens and adults with the ability to walk briskly. Attend with or without a partner; we’ll change partners throughout the afternoon.  Casual, comfortable clothing; shoes with low heels (flip flops and slides don’t work!)  $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/english-country-dance-series/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-3/"] start = "2024-10-04T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-10-04T21:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Richmond" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Larks in the Attic"] callers = ["Barrett Grimm", "Martha Kent"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Val Medve" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-10-05/"] start = "2024-10-05T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-10-05T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Norwich Contra Dance" details = """ Join us for a traditional New England contra dance at Tracy Hall in Norwich. All dances are taught, and beginners and singles are always welcome. We offer potluck snacks at the break, so please feel free to bring something to share. Our caller will offer a introductory / refresher session at 7:15 pm for newcomers or those who want to review the basics. Please bring clean non-marking shoes to help protect our dance floor! Masks are optional and welcome; vaccination strongly encouraged; please stay home if you have been exposed or are experiencing symptoms. Sliding Scale Admission: $20 Dance Supporters $12 General Admission $8 Students Under 16 free""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/norwich-contra-dance/2024-10-12/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/3386096971699634/"] start = "2024-10-12T19:15:00-04:00" end = "2024-10-12T22:30:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Norwich" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Dead Sea Squirrels"] callers = ["Hannah Johlas"] price = "$8-$20" organisation = "Muskeg Music" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Brownsville English Country Dance" details = """ A general dance that welcomes all levels of dancers from 1st time dancers to experienced dancers. Introduction or review at 12:45. Potluck snacks during intermission. Music by Carol Compton (piano), and Thal Aylward (violin). Calling by Jill Delaney. Masks are optional. If you suspect, or know, that someone in your household currently has Covid-19, please do not attend. As always, if you are not feeling well, regardless of the reason, please stay home.  We’ll be happy to see you next time! Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes for dancing. Also bring a water bottle. Singles welcome! Location is the Town Hall, 22 Hartland-Brownsville Rd. West Windsor, VT (some GPS want the town to be Brownsville, VT).""" links = ["https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance/2024-10-13/", "https://cdss.org/event/brownsville-english-country-dance-vermont/2024-10-13/"] start = "2024-10-13T12:45:00-04:00" end = "2024-10-13T16:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "West Windsor" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Carol Compton & Thal Aylward"] callers = ["Jill Delaney"] price = "$12-$20" organisation = "CDSS" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-10-19/"] start = "2024-10-19T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-10-19T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "English Country Dance" details = """ Newcomers welcome – come for the lesson at 6:30pm. Dancing to live music at 7pm: Joanne Garton (violin), Aaron Marcus (piano), Will Patton (mandolin). Teaching by Martha Kent and Val Medve. Masks are optional; COVID vaccine and boosters are highly recommended. Dances are taught and walked through, then prompted as you dance—all instruction is non-gendered. Best suited for teens and adults with the ability to walk briskly. Attend with or without a partner;  we’ll change partners throughout the afternoon. Casual, comfortable clothing; shoes with low heels (flip flops and slides don’t work!)  $10-$15 sliding scale.""" links = ["http://burlingtoncountrydancers.org/english-country-dance-series/", "https://cdss.org/event/english-country-dance-4/"] start = "2024-11-01T18:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-11-01T21:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Richmond" styles = ["ecd"] workshop = true social = true callers = ["Martha Kent", "Val Medve"] price = "$10-$15" organisation = "Val Medve" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml" [[events]] name = "Balfolk Dance Party" links = ["https://www.facebook.com/events/559869659771778/"] start = "2024-11-01T19:30:00-04:00" end = "2024-11-01T22:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Burlington" styles = ["balfolk"] workshop = true social = true bands = ["Triton"] price = "$10-$20" organisation = "Burlington Balfolk" source = "events/usa/burlington.yaml" [[events]] name = "Montpelier Contra Dance" details = """ Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events Beginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. Gender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins) Newcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. Please bring clean soft-soled shoes. Masks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months) More info at our website.  $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. Questions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com Dancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round""" links = ["https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/", "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-11-02/"] start = "2024-11-02T19:40:00-04:00" end = "2024-11-02T23:00:00-04:00" country = "USA" state = "VT" city = "Berlin" styles = ["contra"] workshop = true social = true price = "$5-$20" organisation = "Montpelier Contra Dance" source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml"