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events:
  - name: Thursday Contra Dance
    details: "Weekly Contra Dance – See our website for this week’s band and caller(s).\nMostly contras with occasional squares, mixers, four facing fours, and more. \n7:30pm New Dancer Lesson; 8:00pm to 10:30pm dancing \n$5 to $20 sliding scale \nOur role terms are Larks and Robins \nMasks are required on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays."
    links:
      - "https://thursdaycontra.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/thursday-contra-dance-in-philadelphia/2024-05-30/"
    start: "2024-05-30T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-05-30T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Rochester Thursday Night Contras
    details: "We are a welcoming contra group, dancing every week to live music. Please come! Check our website in case of last minute changes, and check out our videos on our Country Dancers of Rochester YouTube channel!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/rochester-ny-thursday-night-contras/2024-05-30/"
    start: "2024-05-30T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-05-30T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Rochester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Country Dancers of Rochester
    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/2024-05-30/"
    start: "2024-05-30T20:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-05-30T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Berkeley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Cain Raisers
    callers:
      - Kelsey Hartman
    price: $6-$25
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: ContraATL Weekly Dance
    details: "Atlanta’s weekly contra dance features a variety of local and regional talent. We dance every Friday night except rare blackout dates, generally last two Fridays in December and the first Friday in January."
    links:
      - "https://contradance.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/contra-atl-weekly-dance/2024-05-31/"
    start: "2024-05-31T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-05-31T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Contra Dance
    details: "All are welcome to come and dance! You don’t need to bring a partner. Contra dancing is easy to learn. We have beginners’ lessons for anyone who hasn’t done it before, or wants a reminder. \n$5 – $25, pay what you can."
    links:
      - "https://www.nashvillecountrydancers.org/contra-dances"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-contra-dance-nashville-tn/2024-05-31/"
    start: "2024-05-31T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-05-31T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Nashville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$25
    organisation: Nashville Country Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hands Across Contra
    details: "Lesson at 7; Dance 7:30 to 10:30.  Admission sliding scale $5 to $15."
    links:
      - "https://boulderdance.org/event/hands-across-contra-7/"
    start: "2024-05-31T19:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-05-31T22:30:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Boulder
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $5-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
  - name: "Swingin' Tern Double Dance"
    details: "Double Dance: Alex Deis-Lauby & Annie Kidwell with Grand Picnic\nMichael Gorin—fiddle; Bill Peek—piano; Marco Brehm—bass; Sam Zygmuntowicz—fiddle; Jody Kruskal—Anglo concertina\nSchedule:\n\n3:45 – 5:45 pm Afternoon Advanced Contras with Alex Deis-Lauby $15 adults/$5 students\n5:45 – 7:00 pm Dinner Break at the many walkable Chatham restaurants\n7:00 – 7:30 pm Beginners’ Workshop\n7:30 – 10:30pm All-Level Evening Dance with Annie Kidwell $15 adults/$5 students\n\n\nGrand Picnic will play for both sessions.\nAll dances at Swingin’ Tern are called to Larks & Robins\nSt. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 200 Main Street, Chatham, NJ\nOur hall is air-conditioned! Vaccination and Masks Optional\n\nHams that they are, Grand Picnic shows their rye humor as they sandwich in tunes as long as we can mustard the strength to ketchup. The toast of the town, Alex and Annie assemble a double dance double decker of Wonder-filled no-loaf contras. The best thing since sliced bread, Grand Picnic rises to the occasion with tunes you knead to get your dogs dancin’ and your buns cookin’. Roll in with your bun and only, it’s the yeast you can do. Don’t be sconed, leave your muffin the car and wear a flour in your hair. \nAlex Deis-Lauby\nAlex Deis-Lauby began contra dancing in 2011 while at school in Chicago. After catching the contra bug, she began calling in 2014. Alex’s smooth voice, clear teaching style and engaging dance selections delight dancers from coast to coast. When she’s not calling, you can find her on the dance floor twirling away! Alex will be calling the advanced afternoon contras session. Video on YouTube. \nAnnie Kidwell\nAnnie Kidwell is an up-and-coming caller based in Boston, MA, having called at BIDA and Greenfield. We are thrilled to debut Annie’s spirited calling in NJ where they will be calling the all-level evening dance. \nGrand Picnic\nGrand Picnic first graced Swingin’ Tern’s stage in 1989 and has been serving up a musical feast of high-energy contras ever since. This dance will feature the original lineup as shown in the boy band picture above with Michael Gorin on fiddle, Bill Peek on piano, Marco Brehm on bass, Sam Zygmuntowicz on fiddle, and Jody Kruskal on Anglo concertina.\nVideo on YouTube\nFull calendar \nUseful Information:\n\nNewcomers are welcome to come at 7pm for an introductory lesson on the basics of contra dancing. No partner is necessary. All dances are taught with a “walk-through” by the caller.\nWe no longer require vaccination. Masks are optional.\nAll dances at Swingin’ Tern are called to the gender-neutral terms Larks & Robins.\nWe have open windows on three sides and air-conditioning when needed.\nWe welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.\nPlease bring your own water bottle. Water bottles may be filled at the kitchen sink.\nWear comfortable clothing. Contra dancing is aerobic. We prefer you carry in your shoes.\nWe are a friendly, inclusive group. Pack plenty of smiles.\nSwingin’ Tern Name Buttons may be ordered at the dance or at our website.\nWe welcome the return of home-baked goods at our dances—contributions welcome! Please bring your own water bottle which can be refilled at the kitchen sink.\n$15 adults/$5 students"
    links:
      - "https://folkproject.org/mec-events/tern-20240601/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/swingin-tern-dances-double-dance-alex-deis-lauby-annie-kidwell-with-grand-picnic/"
    start: "2024-06-01T15:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NJ
    city: Chatham
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Grand Picnic
    callers:
      - Alex Deis-Lauby
      - Annie Kidwell
    price: $5-$30
    organisation: "Swingin' Tern Dances"
    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://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
    organisation: Friends of Contra Dance of Macon County
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Goshen Community Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dance with live music and caller. \nThe dance will be held at Goshen First Church, 215 South St., Goshen, IN. \nGeneral Public: Non-members $8, Members $6\nStudents: Non-members $5, Members $3\nChildren under 12: Free\nFamily maximum cost: $18 \nNo experience or partner needed and all dances are led by experienced callers. \nNew dancers are always welcome and are invited to the free beginners workshop at 6:30pm."
    links:
      - "http://godancing.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/goshen-community-contra-dance-2/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: IN
    city: Goshen
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $3-$8
    organisation: Goshen Community Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: "Wild Asparagus with George Marshall, David Cantieni, Becky Tracy, Ann Percival and guests. Please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: 7:30-8:00 beginners’ workshop, 8:00-11:00 contra dance \nCost: $12 – $20 sliding scale \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/first-saturday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
    callers:
      - George Marshall
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: George Marshall
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Knoxville Contra Dance
    details: "Join us the first Saturday of every month (except February) for our monthly dance in the gymnasium of the Children’s Museum of Oak Ridge as we dance mostly contras. Neither partner or experience is required. All dances are taught. We usually have live music from a local band, and always live calling from a local caller. A donation is requested, but no one turned away."
    links:
      - "https://www.knoxvillecontra.org/schedule"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monthly-american-folk-dance-and-contra-series-at-childrens-museum-of-oak-ridge/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Oak Ridge
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Knoxville Contra Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: First Saturday Contra Dance
    details: "The Monadnock Folklore Society presents the Peterborough, NH First Saturday Contra Dance on the first Saturday with different musicians and callers every month.  \nThe dancing begins at 8:00 PM, with an introductory workshop beginning at 7:30. Sliding scale admission is  $12 – 20. \nWe also host an open jam session for beginning and intermediate musicians from 6:45 – 7:30 PM. \nThe Monadnock Folklore Society has presented contra dances and concerts of traditional music since 1982."
    links:
      - "https://www.monadnockfolk.org/event/peterborough-first-saturday-contra-dance-2-11/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/first-saturday-contra-dance-in-peterborough-nh/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Peterborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Monadnock Folklore Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Montpelier Contra Dance with callers and bands that perform regionally and nationally—see website or Facebook events\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught.\nGender-neutral role terms (Larks and Robins)\nNewcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks optional / Excellent ventilation with open windows and ceiling exhaust fan (bring a sweater in cooler months)\nMore info at our website. \n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturdays year round"
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T19:40:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T18:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T22:00:00-07:00"
    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://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monterey-contra-dance/2024-06-01/"
    start: "2024-06-01T18:40:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-06-01T22:00:00-07:00"
    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: ContraStock
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/contrastock"
    start_date: 2024-10-20
    end_date: 2024-10-20
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml