[[events]]
name = "Fall Dance Weekend"
details = """
Come dance to the music of Supertrad and Stomp Rocket with callers Gaye Fifer, Janine Smith, and guest caller Michael Karchar. All are welcome. 
This is a mask-optional and vaccine-optional dance. While dancing, we will have a mask-required line if enough people show up who are interested. Details and registration will be forthcoming on our website.  
 """
links = ["https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-fall-dance-weekend/", "https://pittsburghcontra.org/fdw/", "https://www.facebook.com/events/608965457991737/"]
start = "2023-10-27T20:00:00-04:00"
end = "2023-10-29T15:30:00-04:00"
country = "USA"
state = "PA"
city = "Pittsburgh"
styles = ["contra", "ecd"]
workshop = false
social = true
bands = ["Stomp Rocket", "Supertrad"]
callers = ["Gaye Fifer", "Janine Smith", "Michael Karchar"]
price = "$60-$120"
organisation = "Pittsburgh Contra Dance"
source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml"

[[events]]
name = "Pittsburgh Contra Dance"
details = "Come dance to the music of Aubergine with caller Cindy Harris. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! Masks are required at this dance, but we also hold a mask-optional dance each month."
links = ["https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance/"]
start = "2023-11-17T19:30:00-05:00"
end = "2023-11-17T23:00:00-05:00"
country = "USA"
state = "PA"
city = "Pittsburgh"
styles = ["contra", "ecd"]
workshop = true
social = true
bands = ["Aubergine"]
callers = ["Cindy Harris"]
organisation = "Pittsburgh Contra Dance"
source = "events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml"

[[events]]
name = "Pittsburgh Holiday Ball"
details = "Join us for our annual Holiday Ball: now celebrating Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day, Groundhog Day, Mardi Gras, or whatever holiday you choose! Feel free to dress your festive best if you’re so inclined. One thing that makes this weekend special is that we bring together both the English country and the contra dance communities. Make sure to arrive on time to take part in the always exciting Grand March. Ron Buchanan will be calling and music will be provided by our Holiday Ball Orchestra. Contact us if you’d like to join our orchestra."
links = ["https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-holiday-ball-contra-dance-and-english-country-dance-masks-optional/"]
start = "2024-02-23T20:00:00-05:00"
end = "2024-02-23T23:00:00-05:00"
country = "USA"
state = "PA"
city = "Pittsburgh"
styles = ["contra", "ecd"]
workshop = false
social = true
bands = ["Holiday Ball Orchestra"]
callers = ["Ron Buchanan"]
organisation = "Pittsburgh Contra Dance"
source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml"

[[events]]
name = "Pittsburgh Fall Dance Weekend"
details = """
Time to register for our Fall Dance Weekend! Early Bird pricing expires after October 1. It’s going to be an unforgettable time with top-notch bands, callers, and sound with music by Engine Room + Hot Coffee Breakdown, callers Gaye Fifer + River Rainbowface, and sound by Hanno Meingast. As you can see in our schedule below, this is not just a weekend of contras; it also features other dances, various kinds of lessons, and other musical events.  
Early registration for the full weekend is $110 (+20 after October 1); $65 for those under 25 or those with financial need. Online registration offers secure payment by credit card, with the option to pay by mailing a check. Registration for the full weekend or individual sessions will still be available at the door. 
Schedule (check this link for updates and see our event website for further details)
Friday Night
8:00-11:00 p.m. Welcome Dance 

Music by Hot Coffee Breakdown and Engine Room
Calling by River and Gaye

Saturday

9:30-10:30 a.m. Beyond the Basics Waltz: Gaye & Hot Coffee Breakdown
10:45 a.m.- 12:15 Brain Bending Dance Games (contras): River & Engine Room
12:15-1:45 LUNCH ON YOUR OWN

Saturday Afternoon workshops in main ballroom at Wightman: 

1:45-3:15 p.m. Challenging Contras:  Gaye & Engine Room
3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Playing with Role Swapping (contras): River & Hot Coffee Breakdown

Saturday Afternoon workshops in the small room at Wightman: 

1:45 – 2:30 p.m. French Dancing: Lisa Tamres
2:40 – 3:40 p.m. Singing: Jo Schlesinger
3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Musician’s Jam: Donna Isaac

DINNER BREAK: 5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m Potluck + pizza at Anders’    
8:00 – 11:00 p.m. Evening Dance with Engine Room/Hot Coffee Breakdown + River/Gaye 
Sunday

9:00 -10:30 a.m. English Dance: Gaye + Hot Coffee Breakdown
9:00 – 10:30 : Intermediate Callers’ Workshop – Planning Medleys and Programs: River
10:45 a.m.- noon Open Waltz: Engine Room
12:00 p.m.- 1:00 p.m. LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
1:00-3:30 Farewell Contra Dance: Engine Room/Hot Coffee Breakdown + River/Gaye

$110 early admission, $65 for dancers under 25, after Oct 1 or at the door: add $20; $65 for financial need."""
links = ["http://pittsburghcontra.org/fdw/", "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-fall-dance-weekend-masks-optional/"]
start = "2024-10-25T20:00:00-04:00"
end = "2024-10-27T17:00:00-04:00"
country = "USA"
state = "PA"
city = "Pittsburgh"
styles = ["contra", "ecd"]
workshop = true
social = true
bands = ["Engine Room", "Hot Coffee Breakdown"]
callers = ["Gaye Fifer", "River Rainbowface"]
price = "$20-$110"
organisation = "Pittsburgh Contra Dance"
source = "events/usa/cdss.yaml"