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events:
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2023-11-04/"
    start: "2023-11-04T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-11-04T21:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2023-12-02/"
    start: "2023-12-02T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-02T21:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$14
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-01-06/"
    start: "2024-01-06T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-06T21:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$14
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-02-03/"
    start: "2024-02-03T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-03T21:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-03-02/"
    start: "2024-03-02T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T21:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-04-06/"
    start: "2024-04-06T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-06T21:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-05-04/"
      - "https://fontanalib.org/events/first-saturday-contra-dance-may"
    start: "2024-05-04T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-05-04T21:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$14
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances.\n\nSuggested donation: $10 adults; kids under 14 free."
    links:
      - "https://fontanalib.org/events/first-saturday-contra-dance-june"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T21:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances.\n\nSuggested donation: $10 adults; kids under 14 free."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-08-03/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1125833948507893/"
      - "https://fontanalib.org/events/library-contra-dance"
    start: "2024-08-03T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-03T21:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Late to the Party
    callers:
      - Harrison Keely
    price: $10
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Old Tyme Contra & Community Dance
    details: "First Saturday of every month: lesson at 6:30, dance 7-9pm.\nLive band and dance caller for contras, squares, round, and fun crazy family dances, too.\nBeginners are welcome! No need to bring a partner, but you are welcome to do so.\nChildren over age 8 who are game to participate may also attend.\nBring a closed water container and a snack if you choose.\nSmooth-soled shoes work best on the Library’s wonderful wood floor.\nPlease do not wear perfume or scents to the dances.\n\nSuggested donation: $10 adults; kids under 14 free."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/old-tyme-contra-community-dance-of-macon-county-nc/2024-09-07/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1615042716076949/"
      - "https://fontanalib.org/events/library-contra-dance-0"
    start: "2024-09-07T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-07T21:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Franklin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Late to the Party
    callers:
      - Claire Takemori
    price: $10
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
    details: "The Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance, every Monday. Dancing to a live band & caller! Contra dancing is fun and energetic. The welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect evening for beginners as well as seasoned contra dancers. \nBeginners are welcome, lesson 7:45pm – 8:15pm. Contra dancing from 8:15pm – 10:30pm. A waltz ends the night! Safe Dance for all! Families welcome. All ages, races & ethnicities, LGBTQIA+ welcome. No discrimination or bullying of any kind will be tolerated. Volunteers earn a free dance. Bring a water bottle. Bring comfortable, smooth soled shoes to dance in. No partner required. No experience needed for the beginners’ lesson."
    links:
      - "https://themondaynightdance.wixsite.com/home/about"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/the-asheville-monday-night-contra-dance/2024-09-16/"
    start: "2024-09-16T19:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-16T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Asheville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$45
    organisation: Meredith RosemanYager
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance
    details: "The Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance, every Monday. Dancing to a live band & caller! Contra dancing is fun and energetic. The welcoming atmosphere makes it a perfect evening for beginners as well as seasoned contra dancers. \nBeginners are welcome, lesson 7:45pm – 8:15pm. Contra dancing from 8:15pm – 10:30pm. A waltz ends the night! Safe Dance for all! Families welcome. All ages, races & ethnicities, LGBTQIA+ welcome. No discrimination or bullying of any kind will be tolerated. Volunteers earn a free dance. Bring a water bottle. Bring comfortable, smooth soled shoes to dance in. No partner required. No experience needed for the beginners’ lesson."
    links:
      - "https://themondaynightdance.wixsite.com/home/about"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/the-asheville-monday-night-contra-dance/2024-09-23/"
    start: "2024-09-23T19:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-23T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Asheville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$45
    organisation: Meredith RosemanYager
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml