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events:
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "Third Thursday of every month:* lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances.\n\nSuggested donation: $10 adults; kids under 14 free. \n* Note: Our venue will be under repair from February to April or May 2025. Please check our Facebook page for updates."
    links:
      - "https://fontanalib.org/events/contra-dance"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1680723709523484/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc-2/2025-01-16/"
    start: "2025-01-16T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2025-01-16T21:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Paddy's Return"
    callers:
      - Harrison Keely
    price: $10
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml