---
events:
  - name: Cascade of Music and Dance
    links:
      - "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/cascade-of-music-dance-at-louise/"
    start_date: 2023-08-14
    end_date: 2023-08-20
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Cascade
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $63-$915
    organisation: Pinewoods
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-08/"
    start: "2023-12-08T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-08T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-15/"
    start: "2023-12-15T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-15T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-22/"
    start: "2023-12-22T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-22T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2023-12-29/"
    start: "2023-12-29T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-29T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: "FSGW New Year's Eve Contra Dance Ball"
    details: "The Folklore Society of Greater Washington is thrilled to return to the Woman’s Club of Chevy Chase in Maryland for another fantastic New Year’s celebration. We plan a full evening of fun dances to amazing musicians. \nDoors open at 7:15, and the Grand March starts at 8. There will be a toast at midnight, followed by Auld Lang Syne, then some final dancing. \nCaller: Lisa Greenleaf  \nBand: Stomp Rocket (Glen Loper on mandolin, Dave Langford on fiddle, and Bethany Waickman on guitar) \nCome join us for the end-of-year festivities! \nDetails and updates can be found on our New Year’s Eve Contra Dance Ball page. \nGeneral admission is $60, Students or low income is $28."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/nye-contradance-ball"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/fsgw-new-years-eve-contra-dance-ball/"
    start: "2023-12-31T20:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-01T00:15:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Chevy Chase
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - Stomp Rocket
    callers:
      - Lisa Greenleaf
    price: $28-$60
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-05/"
    start: "2024-01-05T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-05T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-12/"
    start: "2024-01-12T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-12T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-19/"
    start: "2024-01-19T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-19T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-01-26/"
    start: "2024-01-26T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-26T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-02/"
    start: "2024-02-02T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-02T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-09/"
    start: "2024-02-09T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-09T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-16/"
    start: "2024-02-16T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-16T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-02-23/"
    start: "2024-02-23T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-23T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-01/"
    start: "2024-03-01T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-01T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hash Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/hashtag-dance-weekend"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/dance-weekend/"
    start_date: 2024-03-09
    end_date: 2024-03-10
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - River Road
      - The Ice Cream Truckers
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
      - Alex Deis-Lauby
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-08/"
    start: "2024-03-08T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-08T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-15/"
    start: "2024-03-15T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-15T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-22/"
    start: "2024-03-22T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-22T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-03-29/"
    start: "2024-03-29T20:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-29T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-04-05/"
    start: "2024-04-05T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-05T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-04-12/"
    start: "2024-04-12T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-12T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Come dance at the historical Glen Echo Park! Intro lesson at 7:30, dance starts at 8. \nNewcomers; bring a water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate attire as the venue at Glen Echo is not heated or cooled! We encourage masking."
    links:
      - "https://fsgw.org/Friday-contra-square-dance"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-square-dance/2024-04-19/"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-19T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Folklore Society of Greater Washington
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance
    details: "Caroline Barnes calls to music by Contra Intuitive – Peggy Kaiser (piano), Ryck Kaiser (fiddle), and special guest Dan Levenson (fiddle, banjo). \nNewcomers always welcome! New dancer workshops at 7:30. BFMS and FSGW members $10, non-members $15. Under 21 and students dance for free. Online payment link and more information at bfms.org"
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/737366611808418/"
    start: "2024-06-05T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-05T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Contra Intuitive
    callers:
      - Caroline Barnes
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Second Saturday BFMS Contra Dance
    details: "Steve Gester calling to Renee Mendenhall (accordion), Janina O’Brien (keyboard), and Steven Epstein (clarinet and sax) \nDance lesson: 7:30. Admission is: $10 BFMS Members & Affiliates, $15 non-members. Under 21 and full-time students with ID: Free. \nBeginners and families are welcome. No experience necessary; you don’t need to bring a partner."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-bfms-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-06-08T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-08T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Steve Gester
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS
    details: "Ben Sela and Rebecca Anger call to music by Charlie Pilzer (piano) and Zachary Mills (fiddle) \nBeginners and families welcome! New dancer workshops at 7:30. BFMS and FSGW members $10, non-members $15. Under 21 and students dance for free. Online payment link and more information at bfms.org"
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms/"
    start: "2024-06-19T20:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-06-19T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Charlie Pilzer & Zachary Mills
    callers:
      - Ben Sela
      - Rebecca Anger
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS
    details: "Greg Frock calls to Wild Wombats of the Chesapeake—Carl Friedman (fiddle), Janina O’Brien (piano), Ralph Barthine (guitar), and Robin Wilson (flute, sax, etc). Intro lesson at 7:30pm. Dance starts at 8pm at Lovely Lane Church. \nThe Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing at 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 PM on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church \nAdmission is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. \nOnline payment only."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-2/"
    start: "2024-07-03T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-07-03T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Wombats of the Chesapeake
    callers:
      - Greg Frock
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-05/"
    start: "2024-07-05T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-07-05T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/upcoming-dances"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-12/"
    start: "2024-07-12T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-07-12T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS
    details: "Melissa Chatham calls to music by Ken Kolodner (hammered dulcimer, fiddle, etc.) and Elke Baker (fiddle), with possible mystery friends.  \nThe Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing at 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 PM on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners and families welcome; new dancer orientation at 7:30pm. \nOnline payment only."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-3/"
    start: "2024-07-17T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-07-17T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: false
    social: true
    callers:
      - Melissa Chatham
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/upcoming-dances"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-19/"
    start: "2024-07-19T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-07-19T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-07-26/"
    start: "2024-07-26T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-07-26T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Playing with Fyre
    callers:
      - Timothy Klein
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-02/"
    start: "2024-08-02T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-02T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Special Contra Dance
    details: "A SPECIAL CONTRA DANCE in partnership with Charlestown Senior Living Community\n1:30-4:00 PM\nAnn Fallon calling to music by Jumping Sharks (Robin Wilson, Emily Aubrey, and Michael Raitzyk)\nDance lesson: 1:00 PM\nOnline payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged. \nLocation: Charlestown Senior Living Community. 719 Maiden Choice Lane, Catonsville, Maryland 21228. Follow signs for Cross Creek Station Clubhouse. The dance will be in the Conference Center within the Clubhouse. \nAdmission is: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-bfms-charlestown-senior-living/"
      - "https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php"
    start: "2024-08-03T13:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-03T16:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Jumping Sharks
    callers:
      - Ann Fallon
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS
    details: "Andrea Nettleton calls to music by Megan Beller (fiddle) and Charley Beller (mandolin, banjo, feet). \nThe Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  \nAdmission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. \nOnline payment only."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-4/"
    start: "2024-08-07T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-07T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Andrea Nettleton
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-09/"
    start: "2024-08-09T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-09T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Second Saturday BFMS Contra Dance
    details: "Kim Forry calling to The Orphans—a high energy trio, with a specialty for French Canadian tunes,\nPeter Buchak on accordion, Ben Kennedy on piano, Miranda Weinberg on fiddle. \nDance lesson: 7:30 \nAdmission is: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free\nOnline payment only. \nPotluck snacks at the break."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-bfms-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2024-08-10T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-10T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Orphans
    callers:
      - Kim Forry
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Cascade of Music & Dance
    links:
      - "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/cascade-of-music-dance-at-louise/"
    start_date: 2024-08-12
    end_date: 2024-08-18
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Cascade
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Wendy Graham Settle
      - Gaye Fifer
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-16/"
    start: "2024-08-16T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-16T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance BFMS
    details: "April Blum calls to music by Lovely Lane String Band—Brenna Hogan (fiddle), Shane Knudsen (fiddle), John Sauer (guitar), Lisa Roberts (banjo), and Art Abrams (bass). \nThe Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  \nAdmission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. \nOnline payment only."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-bfms-5/"
    start: "2024-08-21T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-21T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Lovely Lane String Band
    callers:
      - April Blum
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-08-23/"
    start: "2024-08-23T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-23T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dancing Planet Contra Dance
    details: "Join us for a lovely afternoon of contra dancing in the Bumper Car Pavilion! Scott Higgs will be calling to the music of High Drive (Dave Wiesler, piano; David Knight, fiddle; Paul Oorts, mandolin, other strings). Dance runs 3:00-6:00 pm, introductory session at 2:30 pm. \n$15.00, cash or Venmo accepted, sorry, no credit cards"
    links:
      - "https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sunday-afternoon-dancing-planet-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2024-08-25T14:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-25T18:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - High Drive
    callers:
      - Scott Higgs
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Annapolis Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dance to delightful live music \n\nIntro lesson at 6:30; dance at 7:00. \nPre-registration is not required, but please email aefallon@verizon.net to let us know if you can help with pre-dance setup and/or post-dance hall restoration. Such help is much appreciated!\nFace masks are optional.\nVenue has windows and filter fans for circulation and ventilation.\nPlease bring own water.\nSnacks to share are welcome if you bring napkins, appropriate paper goods, and utensils and plan to clean up after snack time.\nNo experience or partner required.\n$15; students $5; children through 5 years old free. \nInfo: Ann Fallon, 410-507-0934, or Jan Scopel, 443-540-0867."
    links:
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/481055861341303/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/annapolis-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-08-31T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-08-31T21:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Annapolis
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Andrea Nettleton
    price: $5-$15
    organisation: Annapolis Traditional Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance
    details: "Carl Friedman calls to music by Strings on Wings: Barb Schmid (fiddle), Todd Clewel (guitar), Aaron Blouin (bass). \nThe Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st, 3rd, and sometimes 5th Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  \nAdmission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. \nOnline payment only."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2024-09-04T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-04T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Strings on Wings
    callers:
      - Carl Friedman
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-06/"
    start: "2024-09-06T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-06T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-13/"
    start: "2024-09-13T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-13T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Second Saturday BFMS Contra Dance
    details: "Sue Gola calling to Zachary Mills fiddle & feet, Bobby LaRose mandolin, and Charlie Pilzer piano\nDance lesson: 7:30\nOnline payment only. Pre-payment is encouraged.\nLocation: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter, 6112 York Rd, Baltimore, MD 21212\nAdmission is: $10 BFMS members & affiliates, $15 non-members. People under 21 and students with ID: free\nPotluck snacks at the break"
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/saturdayDance.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-baltimore-folk-music-society-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-09-14T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-14T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Sue Gola
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dancing Planet Contra Dance
    details: "Join us for an afternoon of contra dancing in the Bumper Car Pavilion! Mary Wesley will call to music by Starling (Mo Brachfeld, fiddle and Jared Kirkpatrick, mandolin & keyboard). Dance runs 3:00-6:00 pm, introductory session at 2:30 pm. \n$15.00, cash or Venmo accepted. Sorry, no credit cards"
    links:
      - "https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sunday-afternoon-dancing-planet-contra-dance-3/"
    start: "2024-09-15T14:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-15T18:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Starling
    callers:
      - Mary Wesley
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Wednesday Night Contra Dance
    details: "Janine Smith and Susan Taylor call to The Dead Sea Squirrels—Cathy Mason (fiddle), Craig Edwards (fiddle, banjo, and mandolin), and Henry Yoshimura (guitar). \nThe Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra and Square Dancing, 8pm-10:30pm on 1st, 3rd, and sometimes 5th Wednesdays at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. Beginners always welcome! Intro lesson at 7:30pm.  \nAdmission is $10 for members, $15 for non-members, Under 21 and full-time students with IDs: free. \nOnline payment only."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/wednesday-night-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-09-18T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-18T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Dead Sea Squirrels
    callers:
      - Janine Smith
      - Susan Taylor
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-20/"
    start: "2024-09-20T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-20T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Benefit Dance for CDSS
    details: "Please join us for a potluck brunch and dance at Ballroom Blum with calling by CDSS President David Smukler and music by Tina Chancey, Colleen Reed, and Melissa Running. The program will include English country dances and vintage and modern contra dances. Suggested minimum donation $30. All proceeds to benefit the Country Dance and Song Society."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/benefit-dance-for-cdss/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1566010437295512/"
    start: "2024-09-22T11:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-22T15:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Adelphi
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: false
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Tina Chancey, Colleen Reed & Melissa Running"
    callers:
      - Dave Smukler
    price: $30
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-09-27/"
    start: "2024-09-27T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-09-27T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30. We have a “no dancer left behind” policy and can always get dancers to the Metro. For more info, contact info@fridaynightdancers.org. See you on the dance floor!"
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland/2024-10-04/"
    start: "2024-10-04T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-10-04T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm."
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland-2/2024-10-11/"
    start: "2024-10-11T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-10-11T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm."
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland-2/2024-10-18/"
    start: "2024-10-18T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-10-18T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    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
    bands:
      - Engine Room
      - The Dam Beavers
      - Handspring
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
      - Beth Molaro
      - Scott Higgs
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm."
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland-2/2024-10-25/"
    start: "2024-10-25T20:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-10-25T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dancing Planet Contra Dance
    details: "Join us for an afternoon of contras in the Bumper Car Pavilion! Caroline Barnes will call to the music of Froghammer (Glyn Collinson, bouzouki, guitars, vocals; Andrew Marcus, accordion; Dave Casserly, sax & vocals; Michael Ferguson, trombone; Bob Collins, drums; Jim Besser, concertina). Dance runs 3:00-6:00 pm, introductory session at 2:30 pm. \n$15.00, cash or Venmo. Sorry, no credit cards."
    links:
      - "https://dancingplanetproductions.com/contra/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/sunday-afternoon-dancing-planet-contra-dance-5/"
    start: "2024-10-27T14:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-10-27T18:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Froghammer
    callers:
      - Caroline Barnes
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Baltimore Folk Music Society Wednesday Contra Dance
    details: "The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra Dancing on 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays, 8:00 to 10:30 p.m., in the hall at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. \n\nGender-free calling\nNo partner? No problem.\nNew dancer lesson every week at 7:30pm\nLive music from local, regional, and national bands\n\nAdmission \n\n$10 for members and affiliates (FSGW, ATDS)\n$15 for non-members\nUnder 21 and full-time students with IDs: Free!\n\nThe Wednesday Contra Dance is sponsored in part by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council. \nSee our Contra dance FAQs for general information on Contra Dances. \nPlease see our Behavior Policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/875638647971925/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monday-night-english-country-dance-2/2024-10-30/"
    start: "2024-10-30T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-10-30T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Sugar Beat
    callers:
      - Penelope Weinberger
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm."
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland-2/2024-11-01/"
    start: "2024-11-01T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-11-01T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Baltimore Folk Music Society Wednesday Contra Dance
    details: "The Baltimore Folk Music Society presents Contra Dancing on 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays, 8:00 to 10:30 p.m., in the hall at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church. \n\nGender-free calling\nNo partner? No problem.\nNew dancer lesson every week at 7:30pm\nLive music from local, regional, and national bands\n\nAdmission \n\n$10 for members and affiliates (FSGW, ATDS)\n$15 for non-members\nUnder 21 and full-time students with IDs: Free!\n\nThe Wednesday Contra Dance is sponsored in part by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council. \nSee our Contra dance FAQs for general information on Contra Dances. \nPlease see our Behavior Policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.bfms.org/squarecontra.php"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monday-night-english-country-dance-2/2024-11-06/"
    start: "2024-11-06T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-11-06T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Baltimore
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Wombats of the Chesapeake
    callers:
      - Melissa Chatham
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday Night Contra at Glen Echo
    details: "Join us in Glen Echo, Maryland, for a fun night of contras and an occasional square! There’s a free lesson at 7:30pm."
    links:
      - "https://www.fridaynightdance.com/tickets"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/friday-night-contra-at-glen-echo-maryland-2/2024-11-08/"
    start: "2024-11-08T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-11-08T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MD
    city: Glen Echo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: Friday Night Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml