---
events:
  - name: Aftershock
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/event/post-faultline-petaluma-contra/"
    start: "2022-06-19T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2022-06-19T21:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Petaluma
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Notorious
    callers:
      - Frannie Marr
    price: $10-$17
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance
    source: events/usa/nbcds.yaml
  - name: Foggy Moon Ball
    links:
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/804242900788423/"
      - "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
    start: "2022-11-05T17:40:00-08:00"
    end: "2022-11-05T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Joyride
    callers:
      - Susan Petrick
    price: $15-$30
    organisation: Monterey Contra Dance Community
    source: events/usa/california.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2023-10-28/"
    start: "2023-10-28T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-10-28T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Anaheim Contra Dance
    details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2023-10-28/"
    start: "2023-10-28T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2023-10-28T21:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Anaheim
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: The Living Tradition
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2023-11-12/"
    start: "2023-11-12T16:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-12T19:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2023-11-16/"
    start: "2023-11-16T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-16T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Green Gates
    callers:
      - Kalia Kliban
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2023-11-23/"
    start: "2023-11-23T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-23T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
    cancelled: true
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2023-11-25/"
    start: "2023-11-25T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-25T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Anaheim Contra Dance
    details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2023-11-25/"
    start: "2023-11-25T18:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-25T21:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Anaheim
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: The Living Tradition
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2023-11-26/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance-2/2023-11-26/"
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/#event=76893451;instance=20231126160000"
    start: "2023-11-26T16:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-26T19:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    callers:
      - Kelsey Hartman
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: Hayward Contra
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2023-11-30/"
    start: "2023-11-30T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-30T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Erik Hoffman
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2023-12-07/"
    start: "2023-12-07T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-07T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Whiskey Brothers Trio
    callers:
      - Celia Ramsay
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/#event=76909377;instance=20231210153000"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2023-12-10/"
    start: "2023-12-10T15:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-10T19:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Janie Rothfield, Allan Carr & Daniel Steinberg"
    callers:
      - Frannie Marr
    price: $20-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2023-12-14/"
    start: "2023-12-14T19:15:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-14T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Charlie Hancock, Jon Berger, Valerie Rose"
    callers:
      - Kalia Kliban
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2023-12-21/"
    start: "2023-12-21T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-21T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Paul Kotapish, Christopher Jacoby, Valerie Rose"
    callers:
      - Eric Black
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://www.mendoecd.org/event/monthly-2022-05-28-2022-06-25-2022-07-23-2022-08-27-2022-09-24-2022-10-22-2022-11-26-2022-12-24-2023-05-27-2023-06-24-2023-12-23/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2023-12-23/"
    start: "2023-12-23T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-23T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    callers:
      - Dan Kozloff
    price: $15
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2023-12-24/"
    start: "2023-12-24T16:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-24T19:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2023-12-28/"
    start: "2023-12-28T19:15:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-28T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "David Mostardi, Patti Cobb, Shira Kammen"
    callers:
      - David Newitt
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-01-04/"
    start: "2024-01-04T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-04T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Corwin Zekley, Grace Fellows"
    callers:
      - Kelsey Hartman
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-01-11/"
    start: "2024-01-11T19:15:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-11T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Charlie Hancock, Thomas Dewey, Valerie Rose"
    callers:
      - Tom Roby
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-01-14/"
    start: "2024-01-14T16:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-14T19:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-01-18/"
    start: "2024-01-18T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-18T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Corwin Zekley & Grace Fellows
    callers:
      - Alan Winston
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Third Sunday English Regency Dancing
    details: "Time:  2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m., seated tea at 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.\nCaller:  Laura Beraha\nMusic:  Recorded Music of Mozart, Beethoven, and Traditional Tunes\nFood: Light refreshments provided; donations of snacks gratefully accepted\nWater: Please bring your own\nPartner: Don’t need one – you’ll always get one in these social mixer dances\nCostumes: Admired but never required\nCost:  $15:  PREFERRED Prepaid on PayPal (Friend) or Zelle or email us for an address to send a check.\nParking: Plenty in lot and street.  Dance entrance = PARKING LOT IN REAR\nCovid Protocol: Observing current Los Angeles County guidelines – Masks Optional"
    links:
      - "https://www.valleyareaenglishregencysociety.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/third-sunday-english-regency-dancing-in-van-nuys/"
    start: "2024-01-21T14:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-21T17:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Van Nuys
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    callers:
      - Laura Beraha
    price: $15
    organisation: Valley Area English Regency Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-01-25/"
    start: "2024-01-25T19:15:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-25T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://www.mendoecd.org/event/monthly-2022-05-28-2022-06-25-2022-07-23-2022-08-27-2022-09-24-2022-10-22-2022-11-26-2022-12-24-2023-05-27-2023-06-24-2023-12-23-2024-01-27/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2024-01-27/"
    start: "2024-01-27T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-27T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    callers:
      - Lise Dyckman
    price: $15
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Anaheim Contra Dance
    details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
    links:
      - "https://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2024-01-27/"
    start: "2024-01-27T17:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-27T21:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Anaheim
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Kira Ott, Liam Lewis, Jeffrey Spero"
    callers:
      - Susie Kendig
    price: $12-$18
    organisation: The Living Tradition
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-01-28/"
    start: "2024-01-28T16:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-28T19:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-02-01/"
    start: "2024-02-01T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-01T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Cain Raisers
    callers:
      - Ric Goldman
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-02-08/"
    start: "2024-02-08T19:15:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-08T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Betsy St. Aubin, Patti Cobb, Michelle Masek"
    callers:
      - Bruce Herbold
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-02-11/"
    start: "2024-02-11T16:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-11T19:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-02-15/"
    start: "2024-02-15T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-15T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Green Gates
    callers:
      - Charlie Fenton
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Monterey Contra Dance
    details: "February 17: The String Bean Serenaders, with Erik Hoffman calling! \nThis new local Old-Time band features Marta Lynch and Barbara Cameron on fiddle, with Craig Mitchell and Greg Meyer. Erik Hoffman, from Berkeley, is a true legend in contra dance—multi-instrumentalist, choreographer, and caller—and we are so glad to have him to return to call for us. Come find out what all the excitement is about! \nMonterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \nLessons at 6:40; dance starts at 7 PM. \nPrices: \n\n$12 General\n$10 Members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations\n$5 active military & full-time students, with ID\nFREE! for children 12 & under"
    links:
      - "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2024-02-17T18:40:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-17T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The String Bean Serenaders
    callers:
      - Erik Hoffman
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento English Country Dance
    details: "English Country Dance at the Young Ladies’ Institute, 1400 27th St., Sacramento! Check our website for the most current information."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-english-country-dance-third-sunday/2024-02-18/"
    start: "2024-02-18T13:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-18T17:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
    details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2024-02-18/"
    start: "2024-02-18T17:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-18T19:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sebastopol
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $3-$15
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-02-22/"
    start: "2024-02-22T19:15:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-22T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://www.mendoecd.org/event/monthly-2022-05-28-2022-06-25-2022-07-23-2022-08-27-2022-09-24-2022-10-22-2022-11-26-2022-12-24-2023-05-27-2023-06-24-2023-12-23-2024-02-24/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    price: $15
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Anaheim Contra Dance
    details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
    links:
      - "https://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T18:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T21:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Anaheim
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$18
    organisation: The Living Tradition
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T18:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Cain Raisers
    callers:
      - Dane Wallinga
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-02-25/"
    start: "2024-02-25T16:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-25T19:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-02-29/"
    start: "2024-02-29T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-29T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Leap Frogs
    callers:
      - Deanna Rubin
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Circle Left
    details: Circle Left is a gender-neutral contra dance in Oakland on the first Saturday of the month.
    links:
      - "https://www.queercontradance.org/circleleft.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/circle-left/2024-03-02/"
    start: "2024-03-02T18:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Oakland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Monterey Spring Bling Contra Dance
    details: "March 2nd: Rescheduled, now our Spring Bling! Contra Dance\nwith The Little Big Band, and Kelsey Hartman calling! \nDrag out those fancy togs and don that glitter and glitz, it’s time to step lively, and put on the Ritz! Marta Lynch and Bob Silberstein playing the tunes, and Kelsey’s calling, will definitely get us in the mood to dance! \nMonterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \nLessons at 6:40; dance starts at 7 PM. \n​Prices: \n\n$12 General\n​$10 Members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations\n$5 active military & full-time students, with ID\nFREE! for children 12 & under ​"
    links:
      - "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance-3/"
    start: "2024-03-02T18:40:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Little Big Band
    callers:
      - Kelsey Hartman
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
    details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/english-country-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2024-03-03/"
    start: "2024-03-03T17:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-03-03T19:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sebastopol
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $3-$15
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-03-07/"
    start: "2024-03-07T20:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-03-07T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Erik Hoffman
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2024-03-09/"
    start: "2024-03-09T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T22:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-03-10/"
    start: "2024-03-10T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-10T19:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-03-14/"
    start: "2024-03-14T19:15:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-14T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Monterey Contra Dance
    details: "Monterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \nLessons at 6:40; dance starts at 7 PM. \n​Prices: \n\n$12 General\n​$10 Members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations\n$5 active military & full-time students, with ID\nFREE! for children 12 & under ​"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance/2024-03-16/"
    start: "2024-03-16T18:40:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-16T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento English Country Dance
    details: "English Country Dance at the Young Ladies’ Institute, 1400 27th St., Sacramento! Check our website for the most current information."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-english-country-dance-third-sunday/2024-03-17/"
    start: "2024-03-17T13:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-17T17:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
    details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/english-country-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2024-03-17/"
    start: "2024-03-17T17:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-17T19:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sebastopol
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $3-$15
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-03-21/"
    start: "2024-03-21T20:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-21T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Corn Likkers
    callers:
      - Eric Black
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://www.mendoecd.org/event/monthly-2022-05-28-2022-06-25-2022-07-23-2022-08-27-2022-09-24-2022-10-22-2022-11-26-2022-12-24-2023-05-27-2023-06-24-2023-12-23-2024-03-23/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2024-03-23/"
    start: "2024-03-23T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    price: $15
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Anaheim Contra Dance
    details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
    links:
      - "https://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2024-03-23/"
    start: "2024-03-23T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T21:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Anaheim
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$18
    organisation: The Living Tradition
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2024-03-23/"
    start: "2024-03-23T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-03-24/"
    start: "2024-03-24T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-24T19:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-03-28/"
    start: "2024-03-27T19:15:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-27T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-04-04/"
    start: "2024-04-04T20:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-04T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Seth Tepfer
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Circle Left
    details: Circle Left is a gender-neutral contra dance in Oakland on the first Saturday of the month.
    links:
      - "https://www.queercontradance.org/circleleft.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/circle-left/2024-04-06/"
    start: "2024-04-06T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-06T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Oakland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Monterey Contra Dance
    details: "Monterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \nLessons at 6:40; dance starts at 7 PM. \n​Prices: \n\n$12 General\n​$10 Members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations\n$5 active military & full-time students, with ID\nFREE! for children 12 & under ​"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance/2024-04-06/"
    start: "2024-04-06T18:40:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-06T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Roseville English Country Dance
    details: "English Country Dance at the Masonic Lodge, 235 Vernon St., Roseville! Check our website for the most current information."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/roseville-ca-first-sunday-english-country-dance/2024-04-07/"
    start: "2024-04-07T14:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-07T17:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Roseville
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Quite Carried Away
    callers:
      - David Newitt
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
    details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/english-country-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2024-04-07/"
    start: "2024-04-07T17:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-07T19:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sebastopol
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $3-$15
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-04-11/"
    start: "2024-04-11T19:15:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-11T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: San Luis Obispo Monthly Contra Dance
    details: "Live music and gender-neutral calling at the monthly contra dance in San Luis Obispo, CA. Dances are monthly on the 2nd Saturday. 6:30 lesson, dancing until 9:30."
    links:
      - "https://www.cccds.org/schedule/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/san-luis-obispo-monthly-contra-dance/2024-04-13/"
    start: "2024-04-13T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T21:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: San Luis Obispo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10
    organisation: Central Coast Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2024-04-13/"
    start: "2024-04-13T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-04-14/"
    start: "2024-04-14T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-14T19:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-04-18/"
    start: "2024-04-18T20:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-18T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Doe Taryn
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Monterey Contra Dance
    details: "Monterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \nLessons at 6:40; dance starts at 7 PM. \n​Prices: \n\n$12 General\n​$10 Members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations\n$5 active military & full-time students, with ID\nFREE! for children 12 & under ​"
    links:
      - "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance/2024-04-20/"
    start: "2024-04-20T18:40:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-20T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento English Country Dance
    details: "English Country Dance at the Young Ladies’ Institute, 1400 27th St., Sacramento! Check our website for the most current information."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-english-country-dance-third-sunday/2024-04-21/"
    start: "2024-04-21T13:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-21T17:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
    details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/english-country-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2024-04-21/"
    start: "2024-04-21T17:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-21T19:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sebastopol
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $3-$15
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-04-25/"
    start: "2024-04-25T19:15:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-25T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://www.mendoecd.org/event/monthly-2022-05-28-2022-06-25-2022-07-23-2022-08-27-2022-09-24-2022-10-22-2022-11-26-2022-12-24-2023-05-27-2023-06-24-2023-12-23-2024-04-27/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2024-04-27/"
    start: "2024-04-27T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    price: $15
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Anaheim Contra Dance
    details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
    links:
      - "https://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2024-04-27/"
    start: "2024-04-27T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T21:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Anaheim
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$18
    organisation: The Living Tradition
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2024-04-27/"
    start: "2024-04-27T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Lifetime Contribution Award Celebration
    details: "You are cordially invited to a special celebration honoring Sharon Green, our 2024 Lifetime Contribution Award recipient. \nDuring the event, there will be time to socialize. A few people will speak about Sharon’s impact on them and the larger dance community. CDSS will present the Lifetime Contribution Award. And then we dance! \nSpace is limited at the event hall. Please RSVP sooner rather than later to ensure a spot. If space is full when you RSVP, we’ll let you know that you are on the waitlist.  \nRSVP for the in-person event \nFor guests unable to attend in person, CDSS and the local organizing team are pleased to offer an online broadcast of Sharon’s celebration. \nRegister for the Zoom event \nCOVID-related protocols will be determined and communicated to registrants closer to the event. \nWe hope to see you there! If you have questions about registering, please call Katy German at 413-203-5467 x100. \nImage: Sharon Green, 2024 LCA recipient. Photo by Stewart Dean."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cdss-lifetime-contribution-award-celebration-honoring-sharon-green/"
    start: "2024-04-28T13:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-28T17:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Albany
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: free
    organisation: Country Dance & Song Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-04-28/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/419238437381766/"
    start: "2024-04-28T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-28T19:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-05-02/"
    start: "2024-05-02T20:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-02T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Deanna Rubin
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Monterey Contra Dance
    details: "Monterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \nLessons at 6:40; dance starts at 7 PM. \n​Prices: \n\n$12 General\n​$10 Members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations\n$5 active military & full-time students, with ID\nFREE! for children 12 & under ​"
    links:
      - "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance/2024-05-04/"
    start: "2024-05-04T18:40:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-04T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Circle Left
    details: Circle Left is a gender-neutral contra dance in Oakland on the first Saturday of the month.
    links:
      - "https://www.queercontradance.org/circleleft.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/circle-left/2024-05-04/"
    start: "2024-05-04T21:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-05T01:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Oakland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Roseville English Country Dance
    details: "English Country Dance at the Masonic Lodge, 235 Vernon St., Roseville! Check our website for the most current information."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/roseville-ca-first-sunday-english-country-dance/2024-05-05/"
    start: "2024-05-05T14:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-05T17:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Roseville
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
    details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/english-country-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2024-05-05/"
    start: "2024-05-05T17:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-05T19:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sebastopol
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $3-$15
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-05-09/"
    start: "2024-05-09T19:15:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-09T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: San Luis Obispo Monthly Contra Dance
    details: "Live music and gender-neutral calling at the monthly contra dance in San Luis Obispo, CA. Dances are monthly on the 2nd Saturday. 6:30 lesson, dancing until 9:30."
    links:
      - "https://www.cccds.org/schedule/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/san-luis-obispo-monthly-contra-dance/2024-05-11/"
    start: "2024-05-11T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-11T21:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: San Luis Obispo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Little Big Band
    callers:
      - Kelsey Hartman
    price: $10
    organisation: Central Coast Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2024-05-11/"
    start: "2024-05-11T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-11T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-05-12/"
    start: "2024-05-12T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-12T19:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley Contra Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-05-16/"
    start: "2024-05-16T20:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-16T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Alan Winston
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Monterey Contra Dance
    details: "Monterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend—beginners are always welcome! \nLessons at 6:40; dance starts at 7 PM. \n​Prices: \n\n$12 General\n​$10 Members of MCDC, BACDS, CDSS or other sister organizations\n$5 active military & full-time students, with ID\nFREE! for children 12 & under ​"
    links:
      - "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance/2024-05-18/"
    start: "2024-05-18T18:40:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-18T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Monterey Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento English Country Dance
    details: "English Country Dance at the Young Ladies’ Institute, 1400 27th St., Sacramento! Check our website for the most current information."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-english-country-dance-third-sunday/2024-05-19/"
    start: "2024-05-19T13:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-19T17:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Quite Carried Away
    callers:
      - Gary Sandler
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sebastopol 1st and 3rd Sunday English Dance
    details: "English country dancing runs the gamut from sublime to silly, from elegant to energetic, and the dance repertoire draws from over 350 years of material. Our series offers delectable live music and skilled callers from the Bay Area and beyond. You can come by yourself or with friends, since we change partners after each dance. If you’ve ever done contra or square dancing, much of our dance vocabulary will be familiar to you since both of those styles evolved from English country dancing. \nThe dance is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month, 2-4:30 pm, to live music, all levels of experience welcome; and occasional 5th Sundays for Advanced dancers. Admission is $15 for members of NBCDS and its affiliates, $8 for young adults ages 19-30, and $3 for youth ages 6-18. Call 707-829-3478 for more information or contact kalia@nbcds.org \nNote: We sometimes need to make a venue or time change to accommodate special events. Please check the NBCDS calendar to confirm."
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/english-country-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sebastopol-1st-and-3rd-sunday-english-dance/2024-05-19/"
    start: "2024-05-19T17:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-19T19:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sebastopol
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $3-$15
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Berkeley English Dance
    details: "BACDS (Bay Area Country Dance Society) presents dances every Thursday night (except holidays) at \nChrist Church Berkeley, 2138 Cedar St, Berkeley, CA. \nContra dancing happens on the 1st, 3rd, & 5th Thursday of the month, from 8pm to 10:30pm. \nEnglish Country Dancing happens on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, from 7:45pm to 10pm. \nBoth are are preceded by beginners’ lessons. \nIn addition, there is an experienced English dance on the 4th Saturday of the month from 7:30pm to 10pm at the same location. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have Facebook groups: \n\nBerkeley Contra Dance\nBerkeley English Country Dance"
    links:
      - "https://bacds.org/series/english/berkeley_wed/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/berkeley-ca-contra-and-english-dances/2024-05-23/"
    start: "2024-05-23T19:15:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-23T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Mendocino English Country Dance
    details: "Fourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). \nLive music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. \nDances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers.  \nFun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!"
    links:
      - "https://www.mendoecd.org/event/monthly-2022-05-28-2022-06-25-2022-07-23-2022-08-27-2022-09-24-2022-10-22-2022-11-26-2022-12-24-2023-05-27-2023-06-24-2023-12-23-2024-05-25/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mendocino-english-country-dance/2024-05-25/"
    start: "2024-05-25T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-05-25T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Caspar
    styles:
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Take a Dance
    price: $15
    organisation: Mendocino English Country Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Anaheim Contra Dance
    details: "Anaheim Contra Dances are held every 4th Saturday January-November 6:30-9:30pm PST. \nAlways live music! \nFamily-friendly, no partner required. \nEasy introductory lesson for beginners @ 6:30pm.\n\nFree parking."
    links:
      - "https://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/anaheim-contra-dance/2024-05-25/"
    start: "2024-05-25T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-25T21:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Anaheim
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$18
    organisation: The Living Tradition
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Sacramento Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dancing in Sacramento! Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 7-10PM, at 4623 T St., Sacramento. Check our website for details. \nCost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). If cost is the only thing preventing you being being there, please talk to the greeters at the door."
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sacramento-ca-contra-dance-2nd-and-4th-saturdays/2024-05-25/"
    start: "2024-05-25T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-25T22:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Magic Reelism
    callers:
      - Kelsey Hartman
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hayward Contra Dance
    details: "We typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. \nFor years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. \nSome of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: \nHayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, is easy to reach by BART or car. \nAs a weekend dance, we have attracted dancers with busy work schedules. \nMeeting in the afternoon from 4-7pm, dancers coming from greater distances were able to manage the travel time both before and after the dances. \nOur venue, the Hill and Valley Club, is one of the airiest dance halls in the bay area. \nThese features have allowed us to attract a very diverse multigenerational crowd that is comfortable with our gender-neutral atmosphere. \nDetails at our website. \nWe also have a Facebook group."
    links:
      - "https://sfbaycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hayward-ca-contra-dance/2024-05-26/"
    start: "2024-05-26T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-26T19:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Hayward
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml