---
events:
  - name: IVFDF 2022
    details: The Inter-Varsity Folk Dance Festival.
    links:
      - "https://sheffield-ivfdf.org.uk/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/931285487679053/"
    start_date: 2022-02-25
    end_date: 2022-02-27
    country: UK
    city: Sheffield
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
      - e-ceilidh
      - s-ceilidh
      - ecd
      - scd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Hekety
      - Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
      - Bearded Dragons
      - Vertical Expression
      - Bellamira
      - Fourth Road
      - The Rheingans Sisters
      - Vijay Venkat and Mel Biggs
    callers:
      - Liz and Kirsten
      - The NYFTE Group
      - Charlie Turner
      - Daisy Black
      - Rachel Shapiro-Wallace
      - Charlotte Rich-Griffin
      - Lisa Heywood
      - Nisha Lall
    price: £19-£50
    organisation: IVFDF
    source: events/uk/ivfdf.yaml
  - name: American Contra Dance in Paris
    links:
      - "https://sites.google.com/site/americancontradanceinparis/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/262163809319207/"
    start_date: 2022-03-12
    end_date: 2022-03-12
    country: France
    city: Paris
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Light Reaction
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
    organisation: Paris Contra Dance
    source: events/france/paris_contra.yaml
  - name: May Heydays at Evesham
    links:
      - "http://mayheydays.org.uk/"
    start_date: 2022-04-29
    end_date: 2022-05-02
    country: UK
    city: Evesham
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Albireo
      - Confluence
      - Keeping Thyme
      - Klerizma
      - Portland Duo
      - "Purcell's Polyphonic Party"
      - Wild Ride
    callers:
      - Andrew Swaine
      - Colin Hume
      - Joanna Reiner
      - John Sweeney
      - Karen Sweeney
      - Lynne Render
      - Nigel Close
    price: £48-£97
    organisation: May Heydays
    source: events/uk/heydays.yaml
  - name: Chippenham Folk Festival
    links:
      - "https://www.chippfolk.co.uk/"
    start_date: 2022-05-27
    end_date: 2022-05-29
    country: UK
    city: Chippenham
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Banter
      - Folk Camps Party Band
      - Whapweasel
      - Linda Game Band
      - Warleggan Village Band
      - Ali & Mollie
    callers:
      - Fee Lock
      - Charlotte Rich-Griffin
      - Geoff Cubitt
    price: £50.94-£138.88
    organisation: Chippenham Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/chippenham.yaml
  - name: Halsway Contra Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/contra-weekend/"
    start_date: 2022-06-03
    end_date: 2022-06-05
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Contrasaurus
    callers:
      - Jake Wood
      - Charlie Turner
    price: £165-£270
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: Lichfield Folk Festival
    links:
      - "http://www.lichfieldfolkfestival.co.uk/"
    start_date: 2022-06-17
    end_date: 2022-06-19
    country: UK
    city: Lichfield
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Portland Drive
      - 3D
      - Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
      - English Contra Dance Band
      - Folkus Pocus
    callers:
      - Seth Tepfer
      - Colin Hume
      - Ivan Aitken
      - Christine Dodd
      - Brian Stanton
      - Bernie Culkin
      - Neil Stuart
    price: £75-£85
    organisation: Lichfield Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/lichfield.yaml
  - name: Music and Dance Week
    links:
      - "https://ladyofthelake.org/june-week"
    start_date: 2022-06-19
    end_date: 2022-06-25
    country: USA
    state: ID
    city: Harrison
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Spin
      - The Dam Beavers
      - Fine Companions
    callers:
      - Cis Hinkle
      - Will Mentor
      - Kalia Kliban
    price: $640-$740
    organisation: Lady of the Lake
    source: events/usa/lady_of_the_lake.yaml
  - name: Family Week
    links:
      - "https://www.bacds.org/familyweek/"
    start_date: 2022-06-26
    end_date: 2022-07-02
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Santa Cruz
    styles:
      - ecd
      - scd
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/california.yaml
  - name: Sidmouth Folk Festival
    links:
      - "https://sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/"
    start_date: 2022-07-29
    end_date: 2022-08-05
    country: UK
    city: Sidmouth
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
      - ecd
      - scd
      - balfolk
      - scandi
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Contrasaurus
      - Nozzy
      - "Belshazzar's Feast"
      - Mollie & Richard
      - Will Allen
      - De Små Grå
      - Joshua Rowe
      - CentralBal
      - Kirkophany
      - Cock and Bull Band
      - Melrose Ceilidh Band
      - Urban Folk Theory
      - Diatonics
      - Out of Hand
      - Threepenny Bit
      - Lasair
      - Jigfoot
      - Bosun Higgs
      - Random
      - "Mrs Midnight's"
      - Frog on a Bike
      - The Barber Band
    callers:
      - Louise Siddons
      - Bob Morgan
      - Charlie Turner
      - Charlotte Rich-Griffin
      - Daisy Black
      - Jake Wood
      - Rhi Davies
      - Rhodri Davies
    price: £64-£340
    organisation: Sidmouth Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/sidmouth.yaml
  - name: Broadstairs Folk Week
    links:
      - "https://broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk/"
    start_date: 2022-08-05
    end_date: 2022-08-12
    country: UK
    city: Broadstairs
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Banter
      - Cock and Bull Band
    callers:
      - Fee Lock
    price: £64-£340
    organisation: Broadstairs Folk Week
    source: events/uk/broadstairs.yaml
  - name: "Dance S'More"
    links:
      - "https://ladyofthelake.org/dancesmore"
    start_date: 2022-08-07
    end_date: 2022-08-13
    country: USA
    state: ID
    city: Harrison
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Alex Sturbaum and Bryan Lindsay
      - Audrey Knuth and Amy Englesberg
    callers:
      - Susan Michaels
      - Abigail Hobart
    price: $450-$900
    organisation: Lady of the Lake
    source: events/usa/lady_of_the_lake.yaml
  - name: Whitby Folk Week
    links:
      - "https://www.whitbyfolk.co.uk/"
    start_date: 2022-08-20
    end_date: 2022-08-26
    country: UK
    city: Whitby
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
      - ecd
      - irish-set
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Relentless
      - Oxford NAGS
      - Banter
      - "Fiddler's Elbow"
      - Out of Hand
      - Token Women
      - Jo Freya and Fi Fraser
      - Melrose Quintet
      - Peeping Tom
      - Bearded Dragons
      - Ali & Mollie
      - "Purcell's Polyphonic Party"
      - Stray Chords
      - Vertical Expression
    callers:
      - Phil Bassindale
      - Barry Goodman
      - Cate Haynes
      - Patrick Rose
      - Martyn Harvey
      - Rhodri Davies
      - Colin Hume
      - Bob Morgan
      - Lynne Render
      - Dave Turner
    price: £50-£286
    organisation: Whitby Folk Week
    source: events/uk/whitby.yaml
  - name: Towersey Festival
    links:
      - "https://www.towerseyfestival.com/"
    start_date: 2022-08-26
    end_date: 2022-08-29
    country: UK
    city: Middle Claydon
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
      - balfolk
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Banter
      - Cock and Bull Band
      - Diatonics
      - Flowers & Frolics
      - Lasair
      - Oscina
      - Stumpy Oak
      - Tautas Roks
      - Urban Folk Theory
      - Vertical Expression
      - Whapweasel
    callers:
      - Tim Walker
    price: £77-£162
    organisation: Towersey Festival
    source: events/uk/towersey.yaml
  - name: Sugar Hill Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "http://bloomingtoncontra.org/sugar-hill/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1298453630640714/"
    start: "2022-08-26T18:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2022-08-28T12:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: IN
    city: Bloomington
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$55
    organisation: Bloomington Old-Time Music & Dance Group
    source: events/usa/indiana.yaml
  - name: Echo Summit Dance Camp
    links:
      - "https://sactocds.wordpress.com/echo-summit-dance-camp-2022/"
    start: "2022-09-16T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2022-09-18T15:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Sacramento
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Eloise & Co.
      - Singularity
    callers:
      - Bob Isaacs
      - Cis Hinkle
    price: $300-$330
    organisation: Sacramento Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/california.yaml
  - name: American Contra Dance in Paris
    links:
      - "https://sites.google.com/site/americancontradanceinparis/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/3150695308479739/"
    start: "2022-09-17T16:30:00+02:00"
    end: "2022-09-17T22:00:00+02:00"
    country: France
    city: Paris
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Night Before
    callers:
      - Charlotte Rich-Griffin
    organisation: Paris Contra Dance
    source: events/france/paris_contra.yaml
  - name: Spring Equinox Folk Ball and Festival
    details: Includes free Josephine Mini Bal and Mazurkas at Maggies.
    links:
      - "https://events.humanitix.com/spring-equinox-folk-ball-and-festival"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/572588844656331/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/balfolkaotearoa/posts/pfbid02HopfVGi2EN8iGrou8MCjmLYxHdBd2Y8brVq7HGZT1QbjpW8zqNe9EuYjozPs34ufl"
      - "https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2022/josephine-mini-bal/dunedin"
    start: "2022-09-23T19:30:00+12:00"
    end: "2022-09-25T16:00:00+12:00"
    country: New Zealand
    city: Dunedin
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - scandi
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Folkalyptica
      - Maplewood
      - Anna Bowen & Alan McCulloch
      - Catgut and Steel
    price: $30-$90
    organisation: Balfolk Dunedin
    source: events/new_zealand/dunedin.yaml
  - name: Fall Dance and Music Weekend
    links:
      - "https://ladyofthelake.org/fallwend"
    start_date: 2022-10-07
    end_date: 2022-10-09
    country: USA
    state: ID
    city: Harrison
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Audacious
      - Banna Damhsa
    callers:
      - Franny Marr
    price: $225
    organisation: Lady of the Lake
    source: events/usa/lady_of_the_lake.yaml
  - name: Moondance
    links:
      - "https://moondancesc.weebly.com/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/710488663423385/"
    start: "2022-10-07T16:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2022-10-09T14:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: SC
    city: Pickens
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Buzz Band
      - Redbud Ramblers
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
      - Cis Hinkle
    price: $65-$280
    organisation: Harvest Moon Folk Society
    source: events/usa/moondance.yaml
  - name: Skint
    links:
      - "http://www.skintdance.org.uk/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/678296893287250/"
    start_date: 2022-11-04
    end_date: 2022-11-06
    country: UK
    city: Ashover
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - scandi
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Skint
    source: events/uk/skint.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: 19th Zesty Contra Weekend
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/the-19th-zesty-contra-weekend/"
    start: "2022-11-18T16:00:00+00:00"
    end: "2022-11-20T16:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Ali & Mollie
    callers:
      - Rhodri Davies
      - Mark Elvins
    price: £165-£270
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: American Contra Dance in Paris
    links:
      - "https://sites.google.com/site/americancontradanceinparis/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/490769106480821/"
    start: "2022-11-28T19:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2022-11-28T22:30:00+01:00"
    country: France
    city: Paris
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Lapastourelle
    callers:
      - Jeremy Kuhn
    price: €10
    organisation: Paris Contra Dance
    source: events/france/paris_contra.yaml
  - name: Fall Frolick
    links:
      - "https://www.bacds.org/camps/fallwk2022/"
    start_date: 2022-12-02
    end_date: 2022-12-04
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Healdsburg
    styles:
      - ecd
      - balfolk
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Audrey Knuth
      - Jon Berger
      - Rebecca King
      - Jim Oakden
      - Jeffrey Spero
      - Christopher Jacoby
      - Sande Gillette
    price: $375
    organisation: Bay Area Country Dance Society
    source: events/usa/california.yaml
  - name: Yuletide Frolick
    links:
      - "https://lawrencecontra.wordpress.com/yuletide-frolick-2022/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/809660693586635/"
    start: "2022-12-09T15:00:00-06:00"
    end: "2022-12-11T01:00:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: KS
    city: Lawrence
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Jambaroque
      - Kaw Creek
    callers:
      - Wendy Graham
    price: $105
    organisation: Lawrence Barn Dance Association
    source: events/usa/lawrence_barndance.yaml
  - name: Christmas House Party
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/christmas-house-party-4/"
    start: "2022-12-23T16:00:00+00:00"
    end: "2022-12-27T10:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Gareth Kiddier, Linda Game & Hannah Cummings"
    callers:
      - Lynne Render
    price: £370-£560
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: Winter CDH
    links:
      - "https://www.contradancersdelight.com/about-winter-cdh"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/424841869594619/"
    start_date: 2022-12-26
    end_date: 2023-01-01
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Kingsport
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Toss the Possum
      - Buzz Band
    callers:
      - Bob Isaacs
      - Terry Doyle
      - Warren Doyle
    price: $370-$770
    organisation: Appalachian Folk School
    source: events/usa/cdh.yaml
  - name: Winter Dance Week
    links:
      - "https://www.folkschool.org/2022/11/02/winter-dance-week/"
    start_date: 2022-12-26
    end_date: 2023-01-01
    country: USA
    state: NC
    city: Brasstown
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Erynn Marshall
      - Carl Jones
      - Karen Axelrod
      - Rachel Bell
      - Daron Douglas
      - Audrey Knuth
      - Noah Van Norstrand
    callers:
      - Phil Jamison
      - Kalia Kliban
      - Diane Silver
    price: $438
    organisation: John C. Campbell Folk School
    source: events/usa/john_c_campbell.yaml
  - name: 5th Friday dance
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
    start: "2022-12-30T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2022-12-30T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - River Road
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Guiding Star Grange
    source: events/usa/greenfield.yaml
  - name: "New Year's Eve Party"
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
    start: "2022-12-31T20:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-01-01T00:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Nova
    callers:
      - Steve Zakon-Anderson
    price: $15-$25
    organisation: Guiding Star Grange
    source: events/usa/greenfield.yaml
  - name: 1st Saturday contra
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
    start: "2023-01-07T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-01-07T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
    callers:
      - George Marshall
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Guiding Star Grange
    source: events/usa/greenfield.yaml
  - name: American Contra Dance in Paris
    links:
      - "https://sites.google.com/site/americancontradanceinparis/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/3324771134458468/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/groups/156727372682/posts/10159578028632683/"
    start: "2023-01-14T17:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-01-14T22:00:00+01:00"
    country: France
    city: Paris
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Thomas Bailey, Léopoldine Guillaume, Valentin Nivetav and Camille Moreddu"
    callers:
      - Charlie Turner
    organisation: Paris Contra Dance
    source: events/france/paris_contra.yaml
  - name: TopHill Music Contradance Party
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
    start: "2023-01-14T20:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-01-14T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Guiding Star Grange
    source: events/usa/greenfield.yaml
  - name: 3rd Saturday contra
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
    start: "2023-01-21T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-01-21T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Moving Violations
    callers:
      - Ben Sachs-Hamilton
    price: $8-20
    organisation: Guiding Star Grange
    source: events/usa/greenfield.yaml
  - name: TopHill Music Contradance Party
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
    start: "2023-01-28T20:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-01-28T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: Guiding Star Grange
    source: events/usa/greenfield.yaml
  - name: IVFDF 2023
    details: The Inter-Varsity Folk Dance Festival.
    links:
      - "https://ivfdf2023.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/IVFDF-2023-101175758757822/"
    start: "2023-02-03T16:30:00+00:00"
    end: "2023-02-05T17:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Exeter
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
      - e-ceilidh
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Shivelight
      - Ygra
      - Jackie Oates & John Spiers
      - Oxford Waits
    callers:
      - Rhi Davies
      - Louise Siddons
    price: £15-£60
    organisation: IVFDF
    source: events/uk/ivfdf.yaml
  - name: Bayou Bedlam
    links:
      - "https://bayoubedlam.org/"
    start_date: 2023-02-10
    end_date: 2023-02-12
    country: USA
    state: TX
    city: Houston
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Stomp Rocket
    callers:
      - Mary Wesley
    price: $40
    organisation: Houston Area Traditional Dance Society
    source: events/usa/houston.yaml
  - name: Flurry Festival
    links:
      - "https://www.flurryfestival.org/"
    start_date: 2023-02-17
    end_date: 2023-02-19
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Saratoga Springs
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
      - scandi
      - balfolk
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: DanceFlurry
    source: events/usa/flurry.yaml
  - name: Contra & Square Dance Week
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/contra-and-square-dance-week-2/"
    start: "2023-03-06T16:00:00+00:00"
    end: "2023-03-10T10:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - English Contra Dance Band
    callers:
      - Geoff Cubitt
    price: £225-£400
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: Beantown Stomp
    links:
      - "https://www.beantownstomp.com/"
    start: "2023-03-10T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-03-12T15:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Boston
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - River Road
      - Eloise & Co.
    callers:
      - Luke Donforth
      - Lisa Greenleaf
    price: $40-$120
    organisation: JP Gender Free Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/boston.yaml
  - name: AberACED
    links:
      - "https://aberaced.wordpress.com/"
    start: "2023-04-01T14:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-04-01T16:30:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Aberystwyth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: £3
    organisation: AberACED
    source: events/uk/aberystwyth.yaml
  - name: American Contra Dance in Paris
    links:
      - "https://sites.google.com/site/americancontradanceinparis/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/857126228694784/"
    start: "2023-04-01T17:00:00+02:00"
    end: "2023-04-01T22:00:00+02:00"
    country: France
    city: Paris
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Nozzy
    price: €5-€10
    organisation: Paris Contra Dance
    source: events/france/paris_contra.yaml
  - name: Fiddlehead Frolic
    links:
      - "http://www.hands4dancers.org/upcoming-dances/2023/4/1/fiddlehead-frolic"
    start: "2023-04-01T12:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-04-01T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Ithica
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Alchemy
      - "O'Shanigans"
    callers:
      - Pamela Goddard
      - Sarah VanNorstrand
      - Nancy Spero
    price: $15-$30
    organisation: Hands Four Dancers of Ithaca
    source: events/usa/ithica.yaml
  - name: Socialles 262 — American Contradance
    details: "Deze donderdag 13 april is het socialles nr 262. Docent deze week is Isobel. Zij maakt met ons een uitstapje net buiten de balfolk, naar de Amerikaanse contradansen. Veel gelijkenissen met balfolk, maar toch net even anders. Benieuwd? Aansluiten kan!\n\nProgramma\n18.30 Gezamenlijk koken en eten\n19.30: Start socialles\n20.30: Einde socialles, begin vrij dansen\n21.30: Einde\n\nSocialles\nHet concept van een socialles is dat er het eerste uur een les of workshop wordt gegeven door een enthousiaste danser of docent over een specifieke dans of thema en dat in de 1,5 uur daarna de tijd is om vrij te dansen op cdmuziek. Uiteraard is er ook volop gelegenheid om te socialisen tijdens het deel vrij dansen.\n\nGezamenlijk eten\nVooraf mee-eten is ook mogelijk. Vanaf 18.30 uur ben je welkom in de keuken van De Banier, waarop er een warme maaltijd gekookt en gegeten wordt tot om 19.30 uur de socialles begint. Meehelpen met koken mag en kan natuurlijk. Mee-eten kost 3 euro per persoon, per keer, cash te betalen. Vooraf doorgeven dat je mee-eet is wel handig, dat kan het beste via balfolkzuidholland@gmail.com, tot uiterlijk woensdag 17.00 uur. Geef dan ook direct allergieën of intoleranties door, dan houden we daar rekening mee.\n\nLocatie\nJe kunt ons vinden bij De Banier, gevestigd op Banierstraat 1, in Rotterdam. Deze locatie is op ongeveer tien minuten lopen vanaf Centraal Station Rotterdam. Parkeren in de directe omgeving is betaald tot 23.00 uur ‘s avonds. Verderop in de wijk is het wel gratis, dan moet je dus wel een stukje lopen. Check prettigparkeren.nl voor de mogelijkheden.\n\nZaalregels\nIn de danszaal mogen geen buitenschoenen, zorg dus dat je schoenen bij je hebt die niet buiten worden gedragen zoals dansschoenen of dans op blote voeten of op sokken. Eten in de danszaal is ook niet toegestaan.\n\nPrijs\nDe sociallessen kosten 6 euro per persoon. Dit kan cash betaald worden aan de deur. Er is eveneens de mogelijkheid om een strippenkaart aan te schaffen: dat zijn 5 strippen voor 30 euro, op elke socialles te besteden. Dat scheelt je wekelijks geld meenemen. Pinnen is niet mogelijk."
    links:
      - "https://www.balfolk.nl/agenda/socialles-262-rotterdam-amerikaanse-contradans/"
    start: "2023-04-13T18:30:00+02:00"
    end: "2023-04-13T22:00:00+02:00"
    country: Netherlands
    city: Rotterdam
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: balfolk.nl
    source: events/netherlands/balfolk_nl_2023.yaml
  - name: Halsway Contra Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/halsway-contra-dance-weekend-3/"
    start: "2023-04-14T16:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-04-16T16:00:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Nozzy
    callers:
      - Rhi Davies
      - Charlotte Rich-Griffin
    price: £175-£285
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: NEFFA
    links:
      - "https://www.neffa.org/"
    start_date: 2023-04-21
    end_date: 2023-04-23
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Marlborough
    styles:
      - contra
      - scandi
      - balfolk
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: NEFFA
    source: events/usa/neffa.yaml
  - name: Hands Four Spring Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "https://hands4-berea.com/workshops"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/747408533037689/"
    start: "2023-04-21T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-04-23T15:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: KY
    city: Berea
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
    callers:
      - George Marshall
    price: $88-$99
    organisation: Hands Four
    source: events/usa/hands_four.yaml
  - name: May Heydays at Evesham
    links:
      - "http://mayheydays.org.uk/"
    start_date: 2023-04-28
    end_date: 2023-05-01
    country: UK
    city: Evesham
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
      - balfolk
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Doug Eunson and Sarah Matthews
      - English Contra Dance Band
      - Knotted Chord
      - Keeping Thyme
      - "The Old Boys' Network"
      - Stradivarious
    callers:
      - Brian Stanton
      - Burt Hunter
      - Cis Hinkle
      - Colin Hume
      - Denise Devonald
      - Geoff Cubitt
      - Kathryn and David Wright
      - Liz Bartlett
      - Louise Siddons
      - Maureen Knight
      - Nicola Scott
      - Paula Evans
    price: £48-£97
    organisation: May Heydays
    source: events/uk/heydays.yaml
  - name: Whitewater Whirl
    links:
      - "https://www.footmad.org/whirl"
    start: "2023-05-05T18:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-05-07T13:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: WV
    city: Fayetteville
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Playing with Fyre
      - Trillium
    callers:
      - Gaye Fifer
      - Terry Doyle
    price: $60-$110
    organisation: FOOTMAD
    source: events/usa/fayetteville.yaml
  - name: AberACED
    links:
      - "https://aberaced.wordpress.com/"
    start: "2023-05-06T14:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-05-06T16:30:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Aberystwyth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: £3
    organisation: AberACED
    source: events/uk/aberystwyth.yaml
  - name: Spring CDH
    links:
      - "https://www.contradancersdelight.com/"
    start_date: 2023-05-12
    end_date: 2023-05-19
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Kingsport
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Appalachian Folk School
    cancelled: true
    source: events/usa/cdh.yaml
  - name: American Contra Dance Week
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/american-contra-spring-dance/"
    start: "2023-05-15T16:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-05-19T10:00:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - English Contra Dance Band
    callers:
      - Cis Hinkle
    price: £225-£400
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: Chippenham Folk Festival
    links:
      - "https://www.chippfolk.co.uk/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/7705607009510868/"
    start_date: 2023-05-26
    end_date: 2023-05-29
    country: UK
    city: Chippenham
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
      - balfolk
      - irish-set
      - scandi
      - scd
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Albireo
      - Banter
      - Chris Dyer & Tom Evans
      - Coldharbour
      - "Dave Yeomans, Matt Norman & Marni Rachmiel"
      - Emily & The Simons
      - English Contra Dance Band
      - Folk Camps Party Band
      - "Joshua & Benjamin Rowe, Ali Messer & David Ledsam"
      - Kirkophany
      - Old Spot
      - Out of Hand
      - Stradivarious
      - Urban Folk Theory
      - Vertical Expression
      - Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
      - Will Allen
      - WillPower
    callers:
      - Andrew Swaine
      - Bob Morgan
      - David Wright
      - Frances Richardson
      - Jake Wood
      - Kathryn Wright
      - Rhi Davies
      - Rhodri Davies
      - Victoria Yeomans
    organisation: Chippenham Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/chippenham.yaml
  - name: AberACED
    links:
      - "https://aberaced.wordpress.com/"
    start: "2023-06-03T14:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-06-03T16:30:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Aberystwyth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: £3
    organisation: AberACED
    source: events/uk/aberystwyth.yaml
  - name: LCFD Spring Camp
    links:
      - "https://www.lcfd.org/spring-camp-2023.html"
    start_date: 2023-06-09
    end_date: 2023-06-11
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Plymouth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Lavender Country and Folk Dancers
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: Summer Country Dance Week
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/summer-country-dance-week/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/124782023910951/"
    start: "2023-06-12T16:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-06-16T10:00:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Ali, Jane & Meg"
    callers:
      - Mark Elvins
    price: £225-£400
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: Lichfield Folk Festival
    links:
      - "http://www.lichfieldfolkfestival.co.uk/"
    start_date: 2023-06-16
    end_date: 2023-06-18
    country: UK
    city: Lichfield
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Lichfield Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/lichfield.yaml
  - name: "Dance, Music & Spice"
    links:
      - "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/dance-music-spice-at-cavell-2/"
    start_date: 2023-06-17
    end_date: 2023-06-24
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Lexington
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $950
    organisation: Pinewoods
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: July 4th Session
    links:
      - "https://cds-boston-j4weekend.weebly.com/"
    start: "2023-06-29T15:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-07-04T10:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Plymouth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Alchemy
      - Night Watch
    price: $383-$393
    organisation: CDS-Boston Centre
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: Stegastomp
    links:
      - "https://www.contrasaurus.com/stegastomp.html"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/715739530085807/"
    start: "2023-06-30T19:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-07-02T16:30:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Harbury
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Contrasaurus
    callers:
      - Bob Morgan
      - Rachel Shapiro-Wallace
    price: £45-£90
    organisation: Contrasaurus
    source: events/uk/harbury.yaml
  - name: AberACED
    links:
      - "https://aberaced.wordpress.com/"
    start: "2023-07-01T14:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-07-01T16:30:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Aberystwyth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: £3
    organisation: AberACED
    source: events/uk/aberystwyth.yaml
  - name: English-Scottish-Contra session
    links:
      - "http://rscdsboston.org/pinewoods-esc.html"
    start_date: 2023-07-03
    end_date: 2023-07-07
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Plymouth
    styles:
      - scd
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: "Boston Branch, RSCDS"
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: Family Week at Pinewoods
    links:
      - "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/off-season-family-week-at-pinewoods/"
    start_date: 2023-07-15
    end_date: 2023-07-22
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Plymouth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $67-$950
    organisation: Pinewoods
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: American Dance & Music Week at Pinewoods
    links:
      - "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/american-dance-music-week-at-pinewoods/"
    start_date: 2023-07-22
    end_date: 2023-07-29
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Plymouth
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $950
    organisation: Pinewoods
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: Summer CDH
    details: "Affordable, flexible dance week"
    links:
      - "https://www.contradancersdelight.com/about-summer-cdh-tst"
    start: "2023-07-28T15:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-08-04T11:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Mountain City
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Toss the Possum
      - Drive Trail
    callers:
      - Terry Doyle
      - Bob Isaacs
    price: $160-$250
    organisation: Appalachian Folk School
    source: events/usa/cdh.yaml
  - name: Harmony of Song & Dance
    links:
      - "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/harmony-of-song-dance-at-pinewoods/"
    start_date: 2023-07-29
    end_date: 2023-08-05
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Plymouth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $950
    organisation: Pinewoods
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - name: Sidmouth Folk Festival
    links:
      - "https://sidmouthfolkfestival.co.uk/"
    start_date: 2023-08-04
    end_date: 2023-08-11
    country: UK
    city: Sidmouth
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
      - ecd
      - scd
      - balfolk
      - scandi
      - irish-set
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Linda Game Band
      - Bearded Dragons
      - Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer
      - Banter
      - Brown Boots
      - Flowers & Frolics
      - New Bees
      - Out of Hand
      - Relentless
      - Stumpy Oak
      - Token Women
      - Whapweasel
      - "Mrs Midnight's"
      - The Barber Band
      - EFDSS Workshop Ceilidh Band
      - Fayre Play
      - Oscina
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
      - Rhodri Davies
      - Andrew Swaine
      - Lynne Render
    price: £164-£549
    organisation: Sidmouth Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/sidmouth.yaml
  - name: "Dance S'More 2023"
    links:
      - "https://ladyofthelake.org/dancesmore"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/629834818974969/"
    start: "2023-08-06T16:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2023-08-12T13:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: ID
    city: Harrison
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Alex Sturbaum and Bryan Lindsay
      - Audrey Knuth and Amy Englesberg
    callers:
      - Lindsey Dono
      - Susan Michaels
    price: $465-$750
    organisation: Lady of the Lake
    source: events/usa/lady_of_the_lake.yaml
  - name: Family Week
    links:
      - "https://camp.cdss.org/camp-weeks/family-week-at-agassiz-village/"
    start_date: 2023-08-13
    end_date: 2023-08-19
    country: USA
    state: ME
    city: Poland
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Pinewoods
    source: events/usa/pinewoods.yaml
  - 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: Whitby Folk Week
    links:
      - "https://www.whitbyfolk.co.uk/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/558886106316395/"
    start: "2023-08-19T19:30:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-08-25T23:59:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Whitby
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
      - ecd
      - irish-set
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Brown Boots Boogie Band
      - Narthen
      - Banter
      - "Hedgehog's Skin"
      - Steamchicken
      - Powerhouse
      - Melrose Ceilidh Band
      - Peeping Tom
      - "Ali, Alan & Marni"
      - Edward Wallace & Heather McAslan
      - The Falconers
      - Matt Norman & Gareth Kiddier
      - Stray Chords
    callers:
      - Emma Wooders
      - Jo Freya
      - Fi Fraser
      - Martin Clarke
      - Barry Evans
      - John Brown
      - Lisa Heywood
      - Martyn Harvey
      - Ian Nichols
      - Brooke Friendly
      - Nicola Scott
      - Ivan Aitken
      - Bernie Culkin
      - Mike Courthold
      - Rachel Shapiro-Wallace
    price: £70-£323
    organisation: Whitby Folk Week
    source: events/uk/whitby.yaml
  - name: Towersey Festival
    links:
      - "https://www.towerseyfestival.com/"
    start_date: 2023-08-25
    end_date: 2023-08-28
    country: UK
    city: Middle Claydon
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - contra
      - balfolk
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Bargainatt
      - Kirkophany
      - Dartmoor Pixie Band
      - Threepenny Bit
      - "Granny's Attic"
      - Pepping Tom
      - Guerilla Ceilidh
      - James Delarre & Saul Rose
      - Folk Camps Party Band
      - Frog on a Bike
      - Powerhouse
      - 3Sticks
      - Crowdy-Kit
      - "Fred, Odhran & Ben"
    organisation: Towersey Festival
    source: events/uk/towersey.yaml
  - name: Shrewsbury Folk Festival
    links:
      - "https://shrewsburyfolkfestival.co.uk/line-up/dance/"
    start: "2023-08-25T14:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-08-28T18:30:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Shrewsbury
    styles:
      - e-ceilidh
      - balfolk
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Bagas Fallyon
      - The Canny Band
      - EFDSS Ceilidh Band
      - Lasair
      - Leveret
      - Lil Jim
      - Melrose Ceilidh Band
      - Old Spot
      - Oscina
      - Peeping Tom
      - Topette
      - Whapweasel
    callers:
      - Erin Mansfield
      - Tom Kitching
      - Fi Fraser
      - Phil Bassindale
      - Sheena Masson
      - Lisa Heywood
      - Kerry Fletcher
      - Fee Lock
      - Nick Walden
    price: £113.91-£218.90
    organisation: Shrewsbury Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/shrewsbury.yaml
  - name: Bromyard Folk Festival
    details: "Folk dance and music festival with a 'day' of dance"
    links:
      - "https://bromyardfolkfestival.co.uk/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1628750584279258"
    start_date: 2023-09-07
    end_date: 2023-09-10
    country: UK
    city: Bromyard
    styles:
      - contra
      - e-ceilidh
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Falconers
      - Linda Game Band
      - JV & Folk
      - The Jovial Crew
      - Peeping Tom
      - Tautas Roks
      - Whapweasel
    callers:
      - Mike Courthold
      - Sheena Masson
      - Brian Stanton
      - Charlie Turner
      - Pete Rees
      - Hayden Coates
    organisation: Bromyard Folk Festival
    source: events/uk/bromyard.yaml
  - name: Paris Contra Dance
    details: "5-5:30pm beginners' lesson, 5:30-7pm dance, 7-8pm potluck dinner, 8-10pm dance. Annexe de la Mairie du 14eme, 12 rue Pierre Castagnou 75014. Metro/Bus/RER Denfert-Rochereau. Beginners very welcome."
    links:
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/178437355066354/"
      - "https://sites.google.com/site/americancontradanceinparis/lhistorique-de-paris-contra-dance"
    start: "2023-09-23T17:00:00+02:00"
    end: "2023-09-23T22:00:00+02:00"
    country: France
    city: Paris
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Celtiqua
    callers:
      - Seth Tepfer
    price: €10
    organisation: Paris Contra Dance
    source: events/france/paris_contra.yaml
  - name: Adirondack Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "https://www.danceflurry.org/adirondack-dance-weekend/"
    start_date: 2023-09-29
    end_date: 2023-10-01
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Silver Bay
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Red Case Band
    price: $150-$675
    organisation: DanceFlurry
    source: events/usa/flurry.yaml
  - name: Cascade Contras on the River
    links:
      - "https://eugenefolklore.org/cascade-contras/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/groups/cascadecontras/posts/10160208421618964/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/groups/cascadecontras/permalink/10160107273273964"
    start: "2023-09-29T18:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2023-10-01T16:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Springfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Dam Beavers
      - Bozzy MaCoo
    callers:
      - Michael Karcher
      - Susan Petrick
    price: $120-$170
    organisation: Eugene Folklore Society
    source: events/usa/springfield.yaml
  - name: Autumn American Contra Dance Week
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/autumn-american-contra-dance-week-3/"
    start: "2023-10-02T16:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-10-06T10:00:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - English Contra Dance Band
    callers:
      - Seth Tepfer
    price: £225-£400
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: Fall Dance and Music Weekend
    links:
      - "https://ladyofthelake.org/fallwend"
    start_date: 2023-10-06
    end_date: 2023-10-08
    country: USA
    state: ID
    city: Harrison
    styles:
      - contra
      - scandi
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Engine Room
      - Laurie Andres
    callers:
      - George Marshall
    price: $195-$350
    organisation: Lady of the Lake
    source: events/usa/lady_of_the_lake.yaml
  - name: American Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "https://www.folkdanceweekend.co.uk/alcester-american-dance-weekend/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/116887071371744/"
    start: "2023-10-07T09:30:00+01:00"
    end: "2023-10-08T17:00:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Alcester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Mollie & Vic
      - Matt & Ali
      - "Mollie, Ali, Matt & Vic"
      - Vertical Expression
    callers:
      - Seth Tepfer
      - Ivan Aitken
    price: £50
    organisation: Folk Dance Weekend
    source: events/uk/alcester_contra.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: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2023-10-28/"
    start: "2023-10-28T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2023-10-28T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Las Vegas Contra Dance
    details: Monthly Contra dance. Beginners welcome. Beginner teaching first 30 minutes. Live music.
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/las-vegas-contra-dance/2023-10-29/"
    start: "2023-10-29T15:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-10-29T18:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NV
    city: Las Vegas
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Foggy Moon Contra Dance Weekend
    details: "Monterey Country Dance Community is thrilled to be back for our 7th annual Foggy Moon Contra Dance Weekend! Join us for three days of dancing to nationally renowned musicians and callers in beautiful downtown Monterey, California. \nSpots fill up fast, so register today! \nNovember 3-5, 2023\nMusic by Elixir and The Free Raisins\nCalling by Nils Fredland and Lindsey Dono\nat the Monterey YMCA, 600 Camino el Estero in Monterey, CA \n\nDance with us Friday night through Sunday night in beautiful Monterey, CA\nThe YMCA of the Monterey Peninsula is an airy WWII-era wooden USO dance hall, just a short walk from the ocean and historic downtown Monterey.\nHealthy light snacks will be provided every day, all day, with tables indoors and out\nThe details of our COVID policy will be finalized later, but our regular dance series has a policy of masks optional at this time. We will have good quality paper masks available, for those who would like to use them, and we will work to ensure ventilation in the hall, no matter the weather\nWork scholarships available!\nMore information available on our website"
    links:
      - "https://montereycontradance.org/index.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/foggy-moon-contra-dance-weekend/"
    start: "2023-11-03T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-11-05T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Monterey
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Elixir
      - The Free Raisins
    callers:
      - Lindsey Dono
      - Nils Fredland
    organisation: Monterey Contra Dance Community
    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/2023-11-04/"
    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: 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:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/goshen-community-contra-dance-2/2023-11-04/"
    start: "2023-11-04T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-11-04T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: IN
    city: Goshen
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $3-$8
    organisation: Goshen Community Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Ottawa Contra Dance
    details: "Join Ottawa Contra Dance every 1st and 3rd Saturday, September – June. Dances are called using Larks and Robins. Admission by sliding scale."
    links:
      - "https://ottawacontra.ca/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/ottawa-contra-dance/2023-11-04/"
    start: "2023-11-04T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-11-04T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: Canada
    state: Ontario
    city: Ottawa
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$25
    organisation: Ottawa Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Montpelier Contra Dance with Liz Nelson calling to Cojiro. Cojiro is a stompy, fun, and funky Boston-based contra dance band duo of Jess Newman and Mark Price. \n\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught.\nGender-neutral role terms.\nNewcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks are optional.\nMore info at Capital City Grange.\n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2023-11-04T19:40:00-04:00"
    end: "2023-11-04T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Cojiro
    callers:
      - Liz Nelson
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Two Dance styles - Compare and Contrast
    links:
      - "https://www.fash.org.uk/workshops.htm"
    start: "2023-11-05T10:30:00+00:00"
    end: "2023-11-05T15:30:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Soberton
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: false
    bands:
      - Linda Game & Carol Levi
    callers:
      - Barrie Bullimore
    price: £9-£12
    organisation: Folk Association of South Hants
    source: events/uk/soberton.yaml
  - name: Head for the Hills
    details: "A getaway weekend of dance, music, and song in the Poconos (PA), sponsored by Princeton Country Dancers."
    links:
      - "https://www.princetoncountrydancers.org/about-hfth"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/head-for-the-hills/"
    start: "2023-11-10T17:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-12T15:15:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Kunkletown
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - A Joyful Noise
      - Brooklyn Swing Ensemble
      - Millserati
      - Raise the Roof
      - TWeLve
    callers:
      - Dave Rupp
      - Donna Hunt
      - Michael Karcher
      - Robert Mills
      - Ted Rudofker
    price: $115-$225
    organisation: Princeton Country Dancers
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: New England Country Dance
    details: "Traditional New England dance with mostly contras, some squares, circles, couple dances, and occasional English or Scottish dances. No partner nor experience needed, the dances will be taught and called. An introductory session is held at 7:30 to explain the basics."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/dover-nh-new-england-country-dance/2023-11-10/"
    start: "2023-11-10T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-10T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Dover
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Dave Bateman
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Denver Contra Dance
    details: "The Denver community contra dance is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. There is a lesson from 7 to 7:30; and dance from 7:30 to 10:30. For more details, see our website."
    links:
      - "https://www.cfootmad.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/denver-contra-dance/2023-11-10/"
    start: "2023-11-10T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2023-11-10T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Denver
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $8-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Worcester Contra Dance
    details: "Time: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm [Intro session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun!! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time!!\nCaller: Billy Fischer! Billy has been calling dances for over thirty years, starting out in New Haven, Connecticut with the contra dance series that has been a fixture of the folk music and dance scene since 1976. In addition to contra dances in and around the northeast, he has called at various dance camps regionally and nationally. This will be quite a treat!\nLive Music: Dead Sea Squirrels are Cathy Mason on fiddle and mandolin; Craig Edwards on fiddle, banjo, mandolin, and vocals; and Henry Yoshimura on guitar and vocals.\nAdmission: (your choice) $10 – $12 p.p., $6 – $8 students, families $25. Donations are gratefully appreciated!\nFood! Donations of snacks for the break are wanted and gleefully appreciated!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged, but some do wear them even though it makes dancing harder).\nParking: There is plenty of parking behind the church by driving up State Street or up Gertrude Street.\nRole terms are: “Ladies & Gents” but dancers are welcome to choose whatever role their heart desires."
    links:
      - "https://www.worcesterdance.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/worcester-contra-dance/"
    start: "2023-11-11T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-11T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Worcester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$12
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: 2nd Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Our Saturday night series at Fulton Hall continues! Dances called using gender-neutral terms. All folks must be vaxxed, boosted, and masked.  \nIf you have not been to a PCDC event since 2020, you can help expedite the entry process by filling out our contact tracing form. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome! \nFor more current information and last-minute changes, see the PCDC calendar."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-2nd-saturdays-contra-dance/2023-11-11/"
    start: "2023-11-11T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-11T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    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: Tallahassee Contra Dance
    details: "Join us for great contra dances usually held on the second and fourth Friday of the month (check website for details). No partner or experience needed. \nNOTE: This month there is only one dance due to holidays and it’s on the third Friday. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. This week, Vicki Morrison and new caller Bronwyn Chelette call the dances and TBD play the tunes."
    links:
      - "http://www.tallydancer.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/tallahassee-contra-dance-3/"
    start: "2023-11-17T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-17T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Tallahassee
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Bunny Bread Bandits
    callers:
      - Bronwyn Chelette
      - Vicki Morrison
    price: $6-$10
    organisation: Tallahassee Community Friends of Old Time Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of Aubergine with caller Cindy Harris. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! Masks are required at this dance, but we also hold a mask-optional dance each month."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance/"
    start: "2023-11-17T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-17T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Aubergine
    callers:
      - Cindy Harris
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Fire Ant Frolic
    details: "The Traditional Austin Area Dance Association is pleased to announce the 24th Annual Fire Ant Frolic Contra Dance Weekend! \nCaller: Bob Issacs \nBand: Playing with Fyre\n \nMark your calendar and join us for a Great Weekend of Music, Friendship and Dancing! \nIncluding party on Saturday Night (wear your fire colors!), workshops, hot local band for a Saturday session, 30 minute mind-blowing medley, and potluck brunch on Sunday. \nMore information at FireAntFrolic.org"
    links:
      - "https://fireantfrolic.org/wp/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/fire-ant-frolic/"
    start: "2023-11-17T19:00:00-06:00"
    end: "2023-11-19T14:00:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: TX
    city: Austin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Contraverts
      - Playing with Fyre
    callers:
      - Bob Isaacs
      - Marc Airhart
      - Rich MacMath
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Ottawa Contra Dance
    details: "Join Ottawa Contra Dance every 1st and 3rd Saturday, September – June. Dances are called using Larks and Robins. Admission by sliding scale."
    links:
      - "https://ottawacontra.ca/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/ottawa-contra-dance/2023-11-18/"
    start: "2023-11-18T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-18T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: Canada
    state: Ontario
    city: Ottawa
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Odds and Sods
    callers:
      - Emily Addison
    price: $10-$25
    organisation: Ottawa Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Ben Sachs-Hamilton calling with music by Calico (Jesse Ball, Eric Boodman, Casey Murray). \n\nNewcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11.\nEveryone welcome.\nAll dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks are optional.\nMore info at Capital City Grange.\n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-4/"
    start: "2023-11-18T19:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-18T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Calico
    callers:
      - Ben Sachs-Hamilton
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of Mevilish Merry with caller Rick Szumski. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! At this dance, masks are optional, but we also hold a masks-required dance each month. "
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-masks-optional/"
    start: "2023-11-24T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-24T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Mevilish Merry
    callers:
      - Rick Szumski
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: "After Thanksgiving Mystic Contra Dance \"The Pie Dance\""
    details: "Time: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm [Intro session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun!! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no need to know how in order to have a fantastic time!\nLive music by Chimney Swift. They are a groovy, eclectic folk band known for their unusual instrumentation and innovative musical choices. With inspiration ranging from traditional fiddle tunes to pop and various international styles, they transport their audience with their exciting, unique sound! They are: A.Z. Madonna – accordion, vocals; Cecile Leroy – cello, jaw harp, vocals; Daniel Raine – cittern, guitar, ukulele, banjo, vocals; Yaron Shragai – whistles, recorders, hand percussion, vocals.\nCaller: Don Veino from Massachusetts. Don says he loves to create opportunities for dancers to have fun, no matter the group size.\nHomemade pie slices! This month we offer a medley of all kinds of fall pies! These delicious pie slices are offered at the break for $3/slice to help support the band and caller.\nRole terms: “Ladies & Gents” (or Women & Men) but dancers are welcome to choose whatever works best for each dancer.\nClothing & footwear: Clothing is casual; layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged, but some do wear them even though it makes dancing harder)."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/after-thanksgiving-mystic-contra-dance-the-pie-dance/"
    start: "2023-11-25T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-25T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CT
    city: Groton
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Chimney Swift
    callers:
      - Don Veino
    price: $10
    organisation: Mystic Contra 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: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2023-11-25/"
    start: "2023-11-25T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-11-25T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Las Vegas Contra Dance
    details: Monthly Contra dance. Beginners welcome. Beginner teaching first 30 minutes. Live music.
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/las-vegas-contra-dance/2023-11-26/"
    start: "2023-11-26T15:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-11-26T18:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NV
    city: Las Vegas
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    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/2023-11-30/"
    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: 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: 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-2/2023-12-02/"
    start: "2023-12-02T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-02T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: IN
    city: Goshen
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Band O'Goshen"
    callers:
      - Bill Sudkamp
    price: $3-$8
    organisation: Goshen Community Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Ottawa Contra Dance
    details: "Join Ottawa Contra Dance every 1st and 3rd Saturday, September – June. Dances are called using Larks and Robins. Admission by sliding scale."
    links:
      - "https://ottawacontra.ca/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/ottawa-contra-dance/2023-12-02/"
    start: "2023-12-02T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-02T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: Canada
    state: Ontario
    city: Ottawa
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Grace Hendrickson-Jones, Jonathan Werk & Antonie Beaudet"
    callers:
      - Qwill Duval
    price: $10-$25
    organisation: Ottawa Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Lisa Greenleaf calling to music by River Road (Kristen Planeaux, Sarah-Hadley Yakir, Jesse Ball).\nNewcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11.\nEveryone welcome.\nAll dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks are optional.\nMore info at Capital City Grange.\n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-6/"
    start: "2023-12-02T19:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-02T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - River Road
    callers:
      - Lisa Greenleaf
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    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: Orlando Contra Dance
    details: "We hold energetic and fun contra dances on 2nd and 4th Fridays near Orlando, Florida, in the beautiful Winter Park Ballroom! Our group loves both traditional and contemporary music, which is usually live. We welcome all ages and have a large contingent of younger dancers. Students and jobless dance FREE! Check the schedule for directions, details, cancellations, and changes. Afterwards, we go next door to Jeremiah’s Italian Ice!"
    links:
      - "https://orlandocontra.org/dances-and-events/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/orlando-contra-dance/2023-12-08/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/354019900502304/"
    start: "2023-12-08T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-08T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Winter Park
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - McIntyre
    callers:
      - Alice Raibourn
    price: $15
    organisation: Greater Orlando Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Cabot Community Contra Dance
    details: "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2023-12-08/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/242985861955342/"
    start: "2023-12-08T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-08T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Cabot
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Don Stratton
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Cabot Community Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Dover New England Country Dance
    details: "Traditional New England dance with mostly contras, some squares, circles, couple dances, and occasional English or Scottish dances. No partner nor experience needed, the dances will be taught and called. An introductory session is held at 7:30 to explain the basics. "
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/dover-nh-new-england-country-dance/2023-12-08/"
    start: "2023-12-08T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-08T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Dover
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Dave Bateman
    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://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: Denver Contra Dance
    details: "The Denver community contra dance is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. There is a lesson from 7 to 7:30; and dance from 7:30 to 10:30. For more details, see our website."
    links:
      - "https://www.cfootmad.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/denver-contra-dance/2023-12-08/"
    start: "2023-12-08T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2023-12-08T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Denver
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Deb & the Pariahs
    callers:
      - Patricia Danscen
    price: $8-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Richmond Saturday Night Contra Dance (TADAMS)
    details: "Music: TBD\nCaller: TBD\nAdmission: $9 members/students, $12 non-members, 18 & under free.\nBeginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 6:45pm to learn or review basic steps.\nCOVID: While vaccinations are excellent for preventing disease, TADAMS will no longer require proof of vaccination to participate in our dances.  Wearing a mask remains optional."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-saturday-night-contra-dance-tadams-5/"
    start: "2023-12-09T18:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-09T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Henrico
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $9-$12
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Worcester Contra Dance
    details: "Time: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm [Intro session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time!!\nCaller: Don Heinold. Don has been calling dances for over 14 years. Don is sought for weddings, parties & regular dances! He is known for teaching waltz and still does waltz lessons.\nLive music by Old Bel Air, who are Jenn Wheeler, piano; Steve Hunker, accordion; Dave Fox. fiddle; Jo-Anne Lund, fiddle; Dave Blodgett, guitar; Bill Fisher, mandolin; Joyce Isen, percussion; and Jerry Bellows, recorder. They make a terrific sound you will love to dance to!\nAdmission: (your choice) $10 – $12 p.p., $6 – $8 students, families $25. Donations are gratefully appreciated!\nParking: There is plenty of parking behind the church by driving up State Street or up Gertrude Street.\nFood! Donations of snacks for the break are wanted and gleefully appreciated!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged, but some do wear them even though it makes dancing harder).\nRole Terms are “Women & Men,” but dancers are welcome to choose whatever role that works for them, with no worries."
    links:
      - "https://www.worcesterdance.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/worcester-contra-dance/"
    start: "2023-12-09T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-09T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Worcester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Don Heinold
    price: $6-$12
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: 2nd Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Our Saturday night series at Fulton Hall continues! Dances called using gender-neutral terms. All folks must be vaxxed, boosted, and masked.  \nIf you have not been to a PCDC event since 2020, you can help expedite the entry process by filling out our contact tracing form. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome! \nFor more current information and last-minute changes, see the PCDC calendar."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-2nd-saturdays-contra-dance/2023-12-09/"
    start: "2023-12-09T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-09T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of the Lackawanna Longnecks with caller Gaye Fifer. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! This dance, masks are optional, but we also hold a masks-required dance each month. "
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-masks-optional-2/"
    start: "2023-12-15T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-15T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Lackawanna Longnecks
    callers:
      - Gaye Fifer
    price: $15
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    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: Baton Rouge Contra Dance
    details: Monthly contra dance. $10.00; $5.00 students.
    links:
      - "https://louisianacontrasandsquares.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/baton-rouge-contra-dance/"
    start: "2023-12-16T15:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2023-12-16T18:30:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: LA
    city: Baton Rouge
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - High Cotton
    callers:
      - Charlene Heaton
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Charlene Heaton & David Porter
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Mary Wesley calling to music by the Red Case Band (Clara Stickney, Alex Cumming, Stuart Kenney). \n\nNewcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11.\nEveryone welcome.\nAll dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks are optional.\nMore info at Capital City Grange.\n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-7/"
    start: "2023-12-16T19:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-16T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Red Case Band
    callers:
      - Mary Wesley
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Richmond Sunday Afternoon Contra Dance (TADAMS)
    details: "Music: To Be Announced\nCaller: To Be Announced\nAdmission: $9 members/students, $12 non-members, 18 & under free.\nBeginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps.\nCOVID: While vaccinations are excellent for preventing disease, TADAMS will no longer require proof of vaccination to participate in our dances.  Wearing a mask remains optional."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-sunday-afternoon-contra-dance-tadams-3/"
    start: "2023-12-17T13:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-17T17:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Richmond
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $9-$12
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: "Community \"Soup-er Sunday\" Dance!"
    details: "It’s last seasons “Barn Dance” but with a twist – now serving SOUP! \n\nThis is so much fun! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time!!\n6:30 pm (Intro session 6:15 pm)\nIn the gallery at Warwick Center for the Arts, 3259 Post Road, Warwick. On-street parking and additional parking behind the building (enter next to City Hall).\nOffering expanded concessions – Homemade Soup & Cornbread, lemonade & fresh brewed tea.\nLive music by: First Time Stringband. At the core are melodic clawhammer banjo player, Howie Bursen, rhythm guitar player and singer, Sally Rogers (they sing their waltzes!), and harmonica, bones and foot stomper, Deck Nieforth (he also builds remarkable fiddles!).\nCaller: Paul Wilde – from RI.\nAdmission: Your choice $15 – $20 per person / WCFA Members $12 / Students (with ID) $10. Contributions are always encouraged and accepted.\nFood: We will be serving a special homemade SOUP and CORNBREAD @ $3 a bowl & all for the benefit of the band and caller!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual, layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are ok but harder to dance with).\nRole Terms: Traditional – “ladies & gents” or “women & men” but all are welcome to choose the role term that works for them!"
    links:
      - "https://warwickcfa.org/event/community-contra-dance-at-wcfa-2/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/community-soup-er-sunday-dance/"
    start: "2023-12-17T18:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-17T21:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: RI
    city: Warwick
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - First Time Stringband
    callers:
      - Paul Wilde
    price: $10-$20
    organisation: Warwick Center for the Arts
    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: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of Good Intentions with caller River Abel. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! Masks are required this dance, but we also hold a mask-optional dance each month. "
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2023-12-22T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-22T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Good Intentions
    callers:
      - River Abel
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    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: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5387"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2023-12-23/"
    start: "2023-12-23T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-23T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Bandwidth
    callers:
      - Noah Grunzweig
    price: $6-$20
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    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: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Nils Fredland calling to music by Spintuition (Silas Hamilton, Willy Clemetson, Samuel Foucher). Festive clothing encouraged!  \n\nNewcomers lesson at 7:40 with dancing 8-11.\nEveryone welcome.\nAll dances are taught and gender-neutral role terms are used.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks are optional.\nMore info at Capital City Grange.\n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance/"
    start: "2023-12-30T20:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-30T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Spintuition
    callers:
      - Nils Fredland
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: 5th Saturdays Open Mike/Open Band Contra Dance
    details: "Our Saturday night Open Mike Open Band dance at Fulton Hall. \nTwo local musicians will organize the music. Please contact them in advance so that you can learn about their musical plans. \nA local caller will lead the callers’ Open Mike. You can contact them in advance or show up and sign up for a calling slot. \nIf you have not been to a PCDC event since 2020, you can help expedite the entry process by filling out our contact tracing form. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5388"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pcdc-5th-saturdays-open-mike-open-band-contra-dance/2023-12-30/"
    start: "2023-12-30T19:30:00-08:00"
    end: "2023-12-31T00:15:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Contra Quartet
      - "Betsy Branch, George Penk, Bill Tomczak, Sue Songer"
    callers:
      - Rich Goss
      - Tom Wimmer
    price: $15-$35
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Las Vegas Contra Dance
    details: Monthly Contra dance. Beginners welcome. Beginner teaching first 30 minutes. Live music.
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/las-vegas-contra-dance/2023-12-31/"
    start: "2023-12-31T15:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2023-12-31T18:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NV
    city: Las Vegas
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: "New Year's Eve Contra Dance Extravaganza"
    details: "Time: 8:00 pm – 12:15 am (Waltz lesson, then contra basics session: 7:30 – 8:00 pm)\nWe’ll be doing contras, squares, mixers dances and other dances!\nJust come alone or with friends, enjoy the camaraderie and dance and see everyone’s smiling faces and greet the New Year 2024!\nCallers: Don Heinold, Jen Jasenski, and others.\nLive Music: Liz Raymond and Mickey Koth, fiddles, and Aaron Bittel, keyboard.\nAdmission: Suggested donation – $20 p.p., $15 students, $50 families.\nParking: Parking is in behind the church accessible via Court Street and Broad Street. On-street parking is also available.\nDress: Dress is casual and/or festive. Please bring clean non-street shoes in order to prevent damaging the floor and that move easily. Wear comfortable clothing!\nFood: Please bring finger food to share!\nThis is an alcohol-free event."
    links:
      - "http://www.hcdance.org/contra-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/new-years-eve-contra-dance-extravaganza/"
    start: "2023-12-31T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-01T00:15:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CT
    city: Middletown
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wee Merry Banshees
    callers:
      - Don Heinold
      - Jen Jasenski
    price: $15-$20
    organisation: Hartford Community Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss_2023.yaml
  - name: Dancing Fish
    links:
      - "https://dancingfish.dance/"
    start_date: 2024-01-05
    end_date: 2024-01-06
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Melrose
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Audacious
    callers:
      - Frannie Marr
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Chambana Jan Jam
    links:
      - "http://www.urbana-contra.org/jan_jam.html"
    start_date: 2024-01-05
    end_date: 2024-01-07
    country: USA
    state: IL
    city: Urbana
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Eupohr
      - Turnip the Beet
      - Meadowhawk
    callers:
      - Sarah Kaiser
      - Georges Augustin
      - Nedra McNeil
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.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: Quiet Corner Contra Dance
    details: "New Time: Dance 7:30-10:30pm [basics session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time! So come enjoy the friendly camaraderie, dance to live music and see everyone’s smiling faces!!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual, layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber soled sneaker are discouraged).\nFood: Some snacks offered at the break and contributions are welcome and needed!\nCaller: Jim Gregory. Jim of West Hartford, CT, works with bands from CT, MA, and NY. So most of the Northeast is within their accustomed range of travel. The private lessons are available more locally, from Central CT to Springfield, MA. When you contact us we can talk over rates and dates. \nLive Music: Kingfischer! An energetic Boston-based contra dance duo, consisting of Cecilia Vacanti (fiddle) and Jeff Kaufman (piano, mandolin, drums, synths). They fuse New England roots with a modern groove. They promise a versatile mix of supremely danceable tunes!\nAdmission: $12.00 per person OR students (with ID, please) are asked to pay $6. *Donations are greatly appreciated and encouraged!\nFree Parking: There is plenty of free parking right in front of the hall.\nRole Terms: “Ladies & Gents,” but all dancers are welcome to dance whichever role their heart desires."
    links:
      - "http://www.hcdance.org/quiet-corner-contra/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/quiet-corner-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-01-05T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-05T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CT
    city: Coventry
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Kingfisher
    price: $6-$12
    organisation: Hartford Community Dance
    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/2024-01-05/"
    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: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Steve Zakon-Anderson calling to tunes by The Turning Stile (Joanne Garton and Aaron Marcus). \n\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. \nGender-neutral role terms. \nNewcomers’ lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. \nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes. \nMore info on our website. \n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. \nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com \nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2024-01-06T08:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-06T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Turning Stile
    callers:
      - Steve Zakon-Anderson
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Worcester Potluck & Contra Dance
    details: "One-time change to 1st Saturday, not 2nd Saturday!\nPotluck 6:00 – 7:00 Bring food to share!\nDance 7:30-10:30 pm [Intro session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time!\nCaller: Jordan Kammeyer\nLive Music by The Fiddling Thomsons, who are winners of the 2023 New Hampshire Governor’s Arts Award!\nAdmission: (your choice) $10 – $12 p.p., $6 – $8 students, families $25. Donations are gratefully appreciated!\nParking: There is plenty of parking behind the church by driving up State Street or up Gertrude Street.\nFood: Donations of snacks for the break are wanted and gleefully appreciated!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged, but some do wear them even though it makes dancing harder).\nRole Terms are “Women & Men,” but dancers are welcome to choose whatever role that works for them with no worries."
    links:
      - "https://www.worcesterdance.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/worcester-potluck-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-01-06T18:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-06T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Worcester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Fiddling Thomsons
    callers:
      - Jordan Kammeyer
    price: $6-$12
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Ottawa Contra Dance
    details: "Join Ottawa Contra Dance every 1st and 3rd Saturday, September – June. Dances are called using Larks and Robins. Admission by sliding scale."
    links:
      - "https://ottawacontra.ca/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/ottawa-contra-dance/2024-01-06/"
    start: "2024-01-06T18:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-06T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: Canada
    state: Ontario
    city: Ottawa
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Traditional Fare
    callers:
      - Peter Simonyi
    organisation: Ottawa Contra Dance
    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/2024-01-06/"
    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: 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-2/2024-01-06/"
    start: "2024-01-06T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-06T22:00:00-05:00"
    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: 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/?tribe_events=peterborough-first-saturday-contra-dance-2-6"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1290700915661385/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/first-saturday-contra-dance-in-peterborough-nh/2024-01-06/"
    start: "2024-01-06T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-06T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Peterborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Crossover Trio
    callers:
      - Ben Sachs-Hamilton
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Contra Carnivale
    links:
      - "https://contracarnivale.org/"
    start_date: 2024-01-12
    end_date: 2024-01-14
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: San Luis Obispo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Elixir
      - The Syncopaths
      - Eloise & Co.
    callers:
      - Nils Fredland
      - Cis Hinkle
      - Susan Petrick
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: 36th Ralph Page Dance Event
    links:
      - "https://www.neffa.org/ralph-page/rpde/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/neffas-ralph-page-dance-weekend/2024-01-12/1/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/neffas-ralph-page-dance-weekend/2024-01-12/2/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/ralph-page-dance-weekend-saturday/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/ralph-page-dance-weekend-friday-evening/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/neffas-ralph-page-dance-weekend/2024-01-13/"
    start: "2024-01-12T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-13T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Worcester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Sugar River Band
      - Canterbury Dance Orchestra
    callers:
      - Tod Whittemore
      - Lisa Greenleaf
      - Dudley Laufman
    price: $40-$65
    organisation: NEFFA
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Cabot Community Contra Dance
    details: "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-01-12/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/902693078093687/"
    start: "2024-01-12T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-12T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Cabot
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Cabot Community Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dover New England Country Dance
    details: "Traditional New England dance with mostly contras, some squares, circles, couple dances, and occasional English or Scottish dances. No partner nor experience needed, the dances will be taught and called. An introductory session is held at 7:30 to explain the basics."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/dover-nh-new-england-country-dance/2024-01-12/"
    start: "2024-01-12T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-12T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Dover
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Dave Bateman
    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: Denver Contra Dance
    details: "The Denver community contra dance is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. There is a lesson from 7 to 7:30; and dance from 7:30 to 10:30. For more details, see our website."
    links:
      - "https://www.cfootmad.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/denver-contra-dance/2024-01-12/"
    start: "2024-01-12T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-01-12T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Denver
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $8-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: 2nd Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Our Saturday night series at Fulton Hall continues! Dances called using gender-neutral terms. All folks must be vaxxed, boosted, and masked.  \nIf you have not been to a PCDC event since 2020, you can help expedite the entry process by filling out our contact tracing form. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome! \nFor more current information and last-minute changes, see the PCDC calendar."
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5429"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-2nd-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-01-13/"
    start: "2024-01-13T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-13T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Chicken Feathers
    callers:
      - Ric Goldman
    price: $6-$20
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    cancelled: true
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: TADAMS 2nd Sunday Afternoon Contra Dance
    details: "Join the Richmond VA contra dance, hosted by TADAMS, in the beautiful historic Ginter Hall on 2nd Sunday afternoons. Beginner lesson at 1:45pm; dance from 2:30-5:30. Check our full calendar for caller and band details. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free.  \n "
    links:
      - "https://tadamsva.org/dance/sunday-contra-dance-lgra-1-14-2024/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/tadams-2nd-sunday-afternoon-contra-dance/2024-01-14/"
    start: "2024-01-14T13:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-14T17:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Richmond
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Jim Harrington & Rya Martin
    callers:
      - Will Martin
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music 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/2024-01-18/"
    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: Peterbough Snow Ball
    links:
      - "https://www.monadnockfolk.org/?p=11577"
    start_date: 2024-01-20
    end_date: 2024-01-20
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Peterborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Moving Violations
      - Stomp Rocket
    callers:
      - Mary Wesley
      - Will Mentor
      - Lisa Greenleaf
      - Steve Zakon-Anderson
    price: $28
    organisation: TryContra
    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/2024-01-19/"
    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: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of Amarillis and Anders with caller Bob Frederking. Complete beginners are welcome. Our free beginners lesson is at 7:30. At this dance masks are optional, but we also hold a mask-required dance each month. "
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-masks-optional/"
    start: "2024-01-19T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-19T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Amarillis & Anders
    callers:
      - Bob Frederking
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Lancaster Contra Dance
    details: "All ages are welcome! Bring the whole family, or come on your own! No partner or prior dance experience necessary! \nBringing a water bottle is encouraged. \nCost: sliding scale $12-20+ cash only \nChildren 13 or younger dance FREE! \nA practice lesson is included in admission and takes place at 6:15pm before each dance. If you can count to 4 and walk, you can do this dance!"
    links:
      - "https://lancastercontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/lancaster-pa-contra-dance/2024-01-20/"
    start: "2024-01-20T18:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-20T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Lancaster
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Lancaster Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Ottawa Contra Dance
    details: "Join Ottawa Contra Dance every 1st and 3rd Saturday, September – June. Dances are called using Larks and Robins. Admission by sliding scale."
    links:
      - "https://ottawacontra.ca/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/ottawa-contra-dance/2024-01-20/"
    start: "2024-01-20T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-20T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: Canada
    state: Ontario
    city: Ottawa
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Odds and Sods
    callers:
      - Nicholas Smith
    price: $10-$25
    organisation: Ottawa Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "The Gaslight Tinkers and Adina Gordon!  \n\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. \nGender-neutral role terms. \nNewcomers’ lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. \nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes. \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 every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-the-gaslight-tinkers/"
    start: "2024-01-20T19:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-20T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Gaslight Tinkers
    callers:
      - Adina Gordon
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Contra Swing Shift Weekend
    links:
      - "https://www.swingshift.ltda.us/"
    start_date: 2024-01-26
    end_date: 2024-01-27
    country: USA
    state: KY
    city: Berea
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Meadowhawk
    callers:
      - Charley Harvey
    price: $32-$55
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Snow Ball Dance Weekend
    details: "We will be dancing January 26th, 27th and 28th in Gulfport, Florida to the music of two fabulous bands – Kingfisher, the eclectic duo of Cecilia Vacanti and Jeff Kaufman; and Nova, a neo-trad trio from New England featuring Kathleen Fownes, Everest Whitman, and Guillermo Sparrow-Pepin. Our callers will be Janine Smith and Will Mentor. \nRegistration opens October 15, and tickets are $120. After December 20, the price is $135."
    links:
      - "http://floridasnowball.tampabaycontra.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/snow-ball-dance-weekend/"
    start: "2024-01-26T18:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-28T14:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Gulfport
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Kingfisher
      - Nova
    callers:
      - Janine Smith
      - Will Mentor
    price: $120-$135
    organisation: Tampa Friends of Old Time Dance
    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: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of the Snappin’ Bug Stringband with caller Gaye Fifer. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30. Complete beginners are welcome! At this dance masks are required, but we also have a mask-optional dance each month. "
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-01-26T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-26T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Snappin' Bug Stringband"
    callers:
      - Gaye Fifer
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: American Contra Dance in Paris
    links:
      - "https://sites.google.com/site/americancontradanceinparis/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1508520776615357/"
    start: "2024-01-27T17:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2024-01-27T22:00:00+01:00"
    country: France
    city: Paris
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Jane Rothfield, Allan Carr & Tom Bailey"
    callers:
      - Alex Deis-Lauby
    price: €5-€10
    organisation: Paris Contra Dance
    source: events/france/paris_contra.yaml
  - name: Richmond Saturday Night Contra Dance
    details: "Join the Richmond, VA, contra dance, hosted by TADAMS at the West End Ballroom for a Saturday evening dance. Beginner lesson at 6:45pm, dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free. Please check our full website calendar for caller and band details. "
    links:
      - "https://tadamsva.org/dance/saturday-contra-dance-web-1-27-2023/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-saturday-night-contra-dance/2024-01-27/"
    start: "2024-01-27T18:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-27T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Henrico
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Petrichord
    callers:
      - Virginia Varland
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: "Mystic Contra Dance \"The Pie Dance\""
    details: "Time: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm [short basics session @ 7:15 pm]\nThis is the most fun you can have with your clothes on! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time!\nCaller: Tod Whittemore from Connecticut, Tod has been calling dances for forty years, having been lucky enough to begin his career at the time when famous callers Ralph Page and Duke Miller were still active in the Monadnock Region. Tod has called dances all over the world, and is known for his humor, energy, and infectious love of dancing!\nLive Music by Dogtown, featuring Becky Miller (fiddle), Norb Spencer (accordion), and Avi Randall (keyboards). They play a mix of New England, French Canadian, Scottish, and Quebecois dance tunes, as well as old time southern dance tunes and sung calls. They are a highly desired band to play at contra dances!\nAdmission: $10 adults, $7 students. Donations gratefully accepted!\nHomemade pie slices! This month we offer pumpkin pie and other kinds of fall pies! These delicious pie slices are offered at the break for $3/slice to help support the band and caller.\nRole Terms are “Ladies & Gents” (or Women & Men), but dancers are welcome to choose whatever role their heart desires.\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual; layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged, but some do wear them even though it makes dancing harder).\nParking: Plenty of parking in the large parking area next to the building!"
    links:
      - "https://patch.com/connecticut/groton/calendar/event/20240127/66f769ed-4c6e-4339-abb1-53f062387147/mystic-contra-dance-the-pie-dance-sat-01-27-2024"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/mystic-contra-dance-the-pie-dance/"
    start: "2024-01-27T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-27T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CT
    city: Groton
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Dogtown
    callers:
      - Tod Whittemore
    price: $7-$10
    organisation: Mystic Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "Every 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024.\nContra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL.\nNewcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time.\nCheck Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society.\nWear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container.\nMembers $10;  non-members $15."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-contra-dance/2024-01-27/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/264100226526895/"
    start: "2024-01-27T18:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-01-27T23:00:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    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: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5430"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-01-27/"
    start: "2024-01-27T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-01-27T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Northwest Stomp
    callers:
      - Laurel Thomas
    price: $6-$20
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Las Vegas Contra Dance
    details: Monthly Contra dance. Beginners welcome. Beginner teaching first 30 minutes. Live music.
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/las-vegas-contra-dance/2024-01-28/"
    start: "2024-01-28T15:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-01-28T18:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NV
    city: Las Vegas
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dancing Fish
    links:
      - "https://dancingfish.dance/"
    start_date: 2024-02-02
    end_date: 2024-02-03
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Melrose
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Mary Wesley
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - 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/2024-02-01/"
    start: "2024-02-01T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-01T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wissahickon Express
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    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: Quiet Corner Contra Dance
    details: "New Time: Dance 7:30-10:30pm [basics session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia and we often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time! So come enjoy the friendly camaraderie, dance to live music and see everyone’s smiling faces!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual, layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged).\nFood: Some snacks offered at the break and contributions are welcome and needed!\nCaller: Billy Fischer. Bill, a well-respected square and contra dance caller, has been calling dances for over thirty years, starting out in New Haven, Connecticut with the contra dance series that has been a fixture of the folk music and dance scene since 1976. In addition to contra dances in and around the northeast, he has called at various dance camps regionally and nationally.\nMuch of his calling activity centers on special occasion “barn” dances including the monthly musical event BMAD at his home in Bethany, CT. Other such events include school dances, private parties, special occasions such as weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, and dances in extended care facilities where he has done dances for people using wheel-chairs and walkers.\nLive Music: Headwaters is made up of Jim and Willow Sirch and Gary Wikfors playing their Swedish nykelharpas, five-string fiddle, Irish blackwood flute, octave mandola, bodhran and banjo. You no doubt know them as members of the venerable New Haven-based band The Fiddleheads that has been playing for New England contra dances for thirty years.\nAdmission: $13.00 per person OR, Students (with ID, please) pay $6. Donations are greatly appreciated and encouraged!\nFree Parking: There is plenty of free parking right in front of the hall.\nRole Terms: “Ladies & Gents” but all dancers are welcome to dance whichever role their heart desires."
    links:
      - "http://www.hcdance.org/quiet-corner-contra/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/quiet-corner-contra-dance-2/"
    start: "2024-02-02T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-02T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CT
    city: Coventry
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Headwaters
    callers:
      - Billy Fischer
    price: $6-$13
    organisation: Hartford Community Dance
    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: AberACED
    links:
      - "https://aberaced.wordpress.com/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/883953950136622/"
    start: "2024-02-03T14:30:00+00:00"
    end: "2024-02-03T16:30:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Aberystwyth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: £3
    organisation: AberACED
    source: events/uk/aberystwyth.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: 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-2/2024-02-03/"
    start: "2024-02-03T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-03T22:00:00-05:00"
    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: Montpelier Contra Dance with Pre-dance Waltzing
    details: "Liz Nelson calling with music by Starling (Mo Brachfeld and Jared Kirkpatrick). \n\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught.\nGender-neutral role terms.\nWaltzing 7 – 7:40 (additional $5 requested). Newcomers’ contra dance lesson at 7:45 pm. Contra dancing 8-11 pm.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMore info at our website.\n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters; plus $5 for waltzing.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDances every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-pre-dance-waltzing/"
    start: "2024-02-03T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-03T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Starling
    callers:
      - Liz Nelson
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    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/?tribe_events=peterborough-first-saturday-contra-dance-2-7"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/first-saturday-contra-dance-in-peterborough-nh/2024-02-03/"
    start: "2024-02-03T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-03T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Peterborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Steve Zakon-Anderson
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: First Saturday 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/2024-02-03/"
    start: "2024-02-03T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-03T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: George Marshall
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Indy Contra Dance
    details: "We dance on the first Tuesday of the month, 7-9 pm ET. \nThere’s no smoking or drinking, and anyone’s welcome to dance together, regardless of age, experience, gender, preference for dogs or cats, etc. \nWe provide a brief new dancer intro / refresher / warm-up starting at 6:40, with dancing for everybody 7:00 – 9:00 pm Eastern Time. Venue is Englewood Christian Church, 57 N. Rural St., Indianapolis, Indiana. \nSliding scale, generally $5-$20. However, if you do not have enough money, ask for assistance."
    links:
      - "https://www.indycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/indy-contra-dance/2024-02-06/"
    start: "2024-02-06T18:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-06T21:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: IN
    city: Indianapolis
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Honeycrisps
    callers:
      - Adam Nichols
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Indy Contra
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Tropical Dance Vacation
    links:
      - "https://www.tropicaldancevacation.com/contra-week.html"
    start_date: 2024-02-07
    end_date: 2024-02-14
    country: US Virgin Islands
    city: St Croix
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
    callers:
      - George Marshall
      - Lisa Greenleaf
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Cabin Fever
    links:
      - "https://www.knoxvillecontra.org/cfschedule"
    start_date: 2024-02-09
    end_date: 2024-02-11
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Knoxville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Hot Coffee Breakdown
      - "Baba Yaga's Stew"
    callers:
      - Timothy Klein
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - 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/2024-02-08/"
    start: "2024-02-08T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-08T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Cabot Community Contra Dance
    details: "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-02-09/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/707435438209406/"
    start: "2024-02-09T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-09T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Cabot
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Karen Mueller-Harder
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Cabot Community Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dover New England Country Dance
    details: "Traditional New England dance with mostly contras, some squares, circles, couple dances, and occasional English or Scottish dances. No partner nor experience needed, the dances will be taught and called. An introductory session is held at 7:30 to explain the basics."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/dover-nh-new-england-country-dance/2024-02-09/"
    start: "2024-02-09T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-09T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Dover
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Dave Bateman
    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/2024-02-09/"
    start: "2024-02-09T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-09T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday 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: Bayou Bedlam
    links:
      - "http://www.bayoubedlam.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/bayou-bedlam/"
    start: "2024-02-09T19:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-02-11T19:30:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: TX
    city: Houston
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Dam Beavers
    callers:
      - Gaye Fifer
    organisation: Houston Area Traditional Dance Society
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Denver Contra Dance
    details: "The Denver community contra dance is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. There is a lesson from 7 to 7:30; and dance from 7:30 to 10:30. For more details, see our website."
    links:
      - "https://www.cfootmad.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/denver-contra-dance/2024-02-09/"
    start: "2024-02-09T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-02-09T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Denver
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $8-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "We meet in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church (corner of Airport & Whitesburg), on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. Park along Airport because we enter the gym on that side.   \nYou need to be there by 6:30pm for the Newcomers Workshop. Dance is 7-10pm. \nYou will need soft-soled shoes (sneakers are okay). We don’t want to hurt the gym floor. Clothing—be prepared to sweat. You do not need a partner. Bring a resealable container of water. \n$15 non-members."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-nacds-contra-dance/2024-02-10/"
    start: "2024-02-10T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-10T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: CDK Contra Dance
    details: "Contra & Square Dance – beginner workshop 7:00pm, Dancing 7:30 – 10:30pm \n\nFebruary 10: Tunes by Brook Farm String Band; calls by Marlin Whitaker.\nMarch 9: Big Fun with Darlene Underwood (English dance in the afternoon 2p-5p)\nApril 13: Smith, Campeau & Nelson with Ken Gall calling\nMay 11: Liberty String Band with Maeve Devlin calling\nJune 8: River Music with various local callers – Open Mic Night\n\nSuggested donation $5-$20"
    links:
      - "https://www.countrydancinginkalamazoo.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cdk-contra-dance/2024-02-10/"
    start: "2024-02-10T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-10T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Kalamazoo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Brook Farm String Band
    callers:
      - Marlin Whitaker
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Worcester Contra Dance
    details: "Time: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm [Intro session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun! It is the most fun you can have with your clothes on!\nDancing is to live fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, and Appalachia! We often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time!\nLive music by Truffle Creek from Boston. They are Lillian Chase on the fiddle, Jonah Spear on guitar and foot percussion, and Cecily Mills on the cello. They draw heavily from the old time genre for their tune selections, but certainly don’t limit themselves to a singular tradition for repertoire selection. Together these three bring creativity, variety, tradition, and joy to any room they find themselves making music in.\nCaller: Paul Wilde from Rhode Island.\nAdmission (your choice): $10 – $12 p.p., $6 – $8 students, families $25. Donations are gratefully appreciated!\nParking: There is plenty of parking behind the church. Drive up State Street, take a left behind the church, and walk down Gertrude Street to enter the hall.\nFood! Donations of snacks for the break are wanted and gleefully appreciated!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged, but some do wear them even though it makes dancing harder).\nRole Terms are: “Women & Men” but dancers are welcome to choose whatever role that works for them. with no worries.\nMasks: Masks are *no longer* required, but still welcome."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/worcester-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-02-10T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-10T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Worcester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Paul Wilde
    price: $6-$12
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: TopHill Music Contradance Party
    details: "Please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: There will be a newcomers workshop at 7:45pm. Please come early to help our new dancing friends! All are welcome! \nCost: $12-20 sliding scale \n\nHigh-level masks are mandated for this dance.\nPlease bring your own water bottle.\nUp-to-date vaccinations are encouraged but not required.\nIf you are not feeling well, please do not attend, but rather care for yourself and others and join us next time!\n\nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-tophill-music-contradance-party-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-02-10/"
    start: "2024-02-10T19:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-10T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Alice Kenney
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: 2nd Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Covid precautions are suspended indefinitely! We will continue to monitor potential exposures at PCDC events and adjust policies as needed. Refer to the PCDC Covid policy for details. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome! \nFor more current information and last-minute changes, see the PCDC calendar."
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5431"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-2nd-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-02-10/"
    start: "2024-02-10T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-10T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Campaign for Reel Time
    callers:
      - William Watson
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: TADAMS 2nd Sunday Afternoon Contra Dance
    details: "Join the Richmond VA contra dance, hosted by TADAMS, in the beautiful historic Ginter Hall on 2nd Sunday afternoons. Beginner lesson at 1:45pm; dance from 2:30-5:30. Check our full calendar for caller and band details. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free.  \n "
    links:
      - "https://tadamsva.org/dance/sunday-contra-dance-lgra-2-11-2024/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/tadams-2nd-sunday-afternoon-contra-dance/2024-02-11/"
    start: "2024-02-11T13:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-11T17:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Richmond
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Corvallis Contra Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "http://corvallisfolklore.org/ccw/"
    start_date: 2024-02-16
    end_date: 2024-02-18
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Corvallis
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Riptide
      - The Fiddle Hellions
    callers:
      - Frannie Marr
      - Julian Blechner
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - 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/2024-02-15/"
    start: "2024-02-15T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-15T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    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: IVFDF 2024
    details: The Inter-Varsity Folk Dance Festival.
    links:
      - "https://ivfdf2024.org.uk/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1574298923068330/"
    start: "2024-02-16T20:30:00+00:00"
    end: "2024-02-18T17:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: York
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
      - e-ceilidh
      - ecd
      - scd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Matt & Ali
      - Bearded Dragons
      - "Blackbeard's Tea Party"
      - Contrary Faeries
      - Emily & Simon
      - FiddlersWreck
      - Portmanteau
      - Shamrock Experience
      - Weaver and Wood
    callers:
      - Ben Couper
      - Colin Hume
      - Charlie Turner
      - Gordon Potts
      - Jack Kanutin
      - Lauren Catlin
      - Michael Jary
      - Rhodri Davies
      - Sam Smith
    organisation: IVFDF
    source: events/uk/ivfdf.yaml
  - name: Dance Flurry Festival
    links:
      - "http://www.flurryfestival.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/the-2024-flurry-festival/"
    start: "2024-02-16T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-18T19:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Saratoga Springs
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
      - scandi
      - balfolk
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Countercurrent
      - Engine Room
      - River Road
      - Supertrad
    callers:
      - Adina Gordon
      - Bob Isaacs
      - Liz Nelson
      - Isaac Banner
      - Lisa Greenleaf
    organisation: DanceFlurry
    source: events/usa/trycontra.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/node/466"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/contra-atl-weekly-dance/2024-02-16/"
    start: "2024-02-16T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-16T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday 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: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of of AlleMonOh Stringband with caller Susan English. Complete beginners are welcome. Our free beginner lesson is at 7:30 to get you up to speed. This weekend, masks are required, but we also have a mask-optional event each month."
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-3/"
    start: "2024-02-16T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-16T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - AlleMonOh Stringband
    callers:
      - Susan English
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Third Friday Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: "The Back Row Band will return to the Guiding Star Grange Friday 2/16, led by Susan Conger and Steve Howland on fiddles, Becky Hollingsworth on piano and Joe Blumenthal on bass. Our caller will be Rich Sbardella. \nAn N-95 or equivalent mask is required. If you play an acoustic instrument, come and join the band on stage. There will be a beginner’s session at 7:45 if you are a new dancer. \nCaller and featured musicians vary each month; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: 8:00 PM: Contra Dancing for All; beginner session at 7:45. \nCost: $10 or barter equivalent \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/third-friday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-02-16/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/third-friday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange-2/"
    start: "2024-02-16T19:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-16T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Back Row Band
    callers:
      - Rich Sbardella
    price: $10
    organisation: Joe Blumenthal
    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/2024-02-16/"
    start: "2024-02-16T19:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-02-16T22:30:00-06:00"
    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: Lancaster Contra Dance
    details: "All ages are welcome! Bring the whole family, or come on your own! No partner or prior dance experience necessary! \nBringing a water bottle is encouraged. \nCost: sliding scale $12-20+ cash only. Children 13 or younger dance FREE! \nA practice lesson is included in admission and takes place at 6:15pm before each dance. If you can count to 4 and walk, you can do this dance! \nSee our website for details and information about location, live musicians, and other dances in south central PA."
    links:
      - "https://lancastercontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/lancaster-pa-contra-dance/2024-02-17/"
    start: "2024-02-17T18:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-17T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Lancaster
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Lancaster Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Community Soup-er Saturday Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Now 3rd Saturdays and still serving homemade soup and cornbread!\nTime: 7:00 pm (basics session 6:45 pm)\nThis is so wicked fun! It is the most fun you can have with your clothes on! We dance to live fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Appalachia and America. We often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time!\nParking: at Warwick Center for the Arts, 3259 Post Road, Warwick. On-street parking and additional parking behind the building (enter next to City Hall).\nCaller: Tod Whittemore from Connecticut. Tod has been calling dances for forty years, having been lucky enough to begin his career at the time when famous callers Ralph Page and Duke Miller were still active in the Monadnock region. Tod has called dances all over the world, and is known for his humor, energy, and infectious love of dancing!\nLive Music by The French Connection! The French Connection, has a Rhode Island connection! They are all from RI. The band features Deck Nieforth on harmonica, feet and spoons; Dan Lanier on fiddle and guitar; Rohsenow on piano. They play New England traditional contra dance tunes with a French Canadian accent.\nAdmission: Your choice $15 – $20 per person / WCFA Members $12 / Students (with ID) $10. Contributions are always encouraged.\nFood/Concessions: Homemade Soup. homemade Cornbread, lemonade & fresh brewed tea @ $3 a bowl & all for the benefit of the band and caller!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual, layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are ok but harder to dance with).\nRole Terms: Traditional – “ladies & gents” but all are welcome to choose the role term that works for them!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/community-soup-er-saturday-contra-square-dance/"
    start: "2024-02-17T18:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-17T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: RI
    city: Warwick
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The French Connection
    callers:
      - Tod Whittemore
    price: $10-$20
    organisation: Warwick Center for the Arts
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: 3rd Saturday Contra Dance
    details: "Every 3rd Saturday from September through May. See our website for this month’s band and caller. \nWe use gender neutral role terms at all dances. \nProud Associate member of PATMAD and CDSS. \n$5 to $20, sliding scale."
    links:
      - "https://3rdsaturday.thursdaycontra.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/3rd-saturday-contra-dance-in-philadelphia/2024-02-17/"
    start: "2024-02-17T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-17T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - TWeLve
    callers:
      - Michael Karcher
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Luke Donforth and Cojiro (Jess Newman and Mark Price). \nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. \nGender-neutral role terms. \nNewcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. \nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes. \nMasks optional. \nMore info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. \nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com \nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-3/"
    start: "2024-02-17T19:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-17T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Cojiro
    callers:
      - Luke Donforth
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    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: 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://cdrochester.org/events/thursday-night-contra-194/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/rochester-ny-thursday-night-contras/2024-02-22/"
    start: "2024-02-22T18:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-22T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Rochester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Lake Effect
    callers:
      - Nancy Spero
    price: $10
    organisation: Country Dancers of Rochester
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-02-22/"
    start: "2024-02-22T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-22T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    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: 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/2024-02-23/"
    start: "2024-02-23T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-23T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday 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: Contrabridge Workshop
    details: How Contra Works
    links:
      - "https://contrabridge.org/events/2024-02-workshop/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/933725548176741/"
    start: "2024-02-24T13:45:00+00:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T17:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Cambridge
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Flying Cat
    callers:
      - Bob Morgan
      - Charlie Turner
    organisation: Contrabridge
    source: events/uk/contrabridge.yaml
  - name: Valley Contra Dance Double Dance
    details: "Alex Deis-Lauby calling to Kingfisher\nSpecial Event: Afternoon Challenging Contras \nPotluck Supper 6-7:00\nBeginner lesson 7 PM\nEvening Dance 7:30-10:30 PM\n$15/ Students $7\nDance clothing exchange—bring gently used dance clothes and take something new home."
    links:
      - "https://valleycontradance.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/valley-contra-dance-double-dance/"
    start: "2024-02-24T16:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Bethlehem
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Kingfisher
    callers:
      - Alex Deis-Lauby
    price: $7-$15
    organisation: Valley Contra Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "We meet in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church (corner of Airport & Whitesburg), on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. Park along Airport because we enter the gym on that side.   \nYou need to be there by 6:30pm for the Newcomers Workshop. Dance is 7-10pm. \nYou will need soft-soled shoes (sneakers are okay). We don’t want to hurt the gym floor. Clothing—be prepared to sweat. You do not need a partner. Bring a resealable container of water. \n$15 non-members."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-nacds-contra-dance/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Jax Contra Dance
    details: "Welcome back, Jax Contra Dancers! We’re celebrating our return to contra dance after a 4-year break! Join us! \nCaller: Vicki Morrison from Tallahassee, FL. \nBand: A Fine Kettle of Fish from Jacksonville, FL. \n$10 adult, $5 child."
    links:
      - "https://jaxcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/jax-contra-dance-welcome-back/"
    start: "2024-02-24T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Jacksonville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - A Fine Kettle of Fish
    callers:
      - Vicki Morrison
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Lisa Lowell
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Richmond Saturday Night Contra Dance
    details: "Join the Richmond, VA, contra dance, hosted by TADAMS at the West End Ballroom for a Saturday evening dance. Beginner lesson at 6:45pm, dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free. Please check our full website calendar for caller and band details."
    links:
      - "https://tadamsva.org/dance/saturday-contra-dance-web-2-24-2023/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-saturday-night-contra-dance/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T18:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Henrico
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Stay All Night
    callers:
      - Jack Maus
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: CDK Contra & Square Dance
    details: "Contra & Square Dance – Beginning Workshop 7pm, Dancing 7:30-10:30pm \n4th Saturday Schedule: \n\nFebruary 24: Contra & Squares with Hawks and Owls String Band, calls by Karin Neils & Friends \nMarch 23: Contra & Squares with Soltre, calls by Mike Clark\nJune 22: Contra & Squares – ADVANCED Dance  Brook Farm, calls by Laurie Pietravalle\n\nSuggested donation $5-$20"
    links:
      - "https://www.countrydancinginkalamazoo.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cdk-contra-square-dance/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Kalamazoo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Hawks and Owls String Band
    callers:
      - Karin Neils
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "Every 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024.\nContra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL.\nNewcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time.\nCheck Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society.\nWear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container.\nMembers $10;  non-members $15."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-contra-dance/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T18:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T23:00:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    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: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \nCovid precautions are suspended indefinitely! We will continue to monitor potential exposures at PCDC events and adjust policies as needed. Refer to the PCDC Covid policy for details. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5432"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-02-24/"
    start: "2024-02-24T19:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-02-24T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Las Vegas Contra Dance
    details: Monthly Contra dance. Beginners welcome. Beginner teaching first 30 minutes. Live music.
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/las-vegas-contra-dance/2024-02-25/"
    start: "2024-02-25T15:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-25T18:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NV
    city: Las Vegas
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dancing Fish
    links:
      - "https://dancingfish.dance/"
    start_date: 2024-03-01
    end_date: 2024-03-02
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Melrose
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Old-Time Superstars
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - 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/2024-02-29/"
    start: "2024-02-29T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-02-29T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    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: Quiet Corner Contra Dance
    details: "Time: Dance 7:30-10:30pm [short basics session 7:15 pm]\nThis is so wicked fun! We dance to the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Appalachia & America! We often switch partners after every dance so there is no need to bring a partner, and no experience is needed to have a fantastic time! So come enjoy the friendly camaraderie, dance to live music and see everyone’s smiling faces!\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual; layers are best for this invigorating exercise. Please wear non-street shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber-soled sneakers are discouraged).\nFood: Some snacks offered at the break and contributions are welcome and needed!\nCaller: George Thomson. George is a traditional New England dance leader, calling fun, easy, and family-friendly circles dances, squares, and longways sets for barn and contra dances. He enjoys calling singing squares in the style of the late Ralph Sweet. He also plays the great highland bagpipes!.\nLive Music: The Dead Sea Squirrels. Don’t be fooled by the unlikely name: You’re gonna love dancing to Cathy Mason on fiddle; Craig Edwards on fiddle, banjo, and mandolin (but not all at the same time!); and Henry Yoshimura on guitar. They play widely for contra dances and are known for their danceable tunes arranged in medleys designed to closely match and enhance the movements of the particular contra dance being taught/called. They tend to push the boundaries of the southern style with fiddle and fiddle/guitar harmonies!\nAdmission: $13.00 per person OR students (with ID, please) pay $6. Donations are greatly appreciated and encouraged!\nFree Parking: There is plenty of free parking right in front of the hall.\nRole Terms: “Ladies & Gents” but all dancers are welcome to dance whichever role their heart desires."
    links:
      - "http://www.hcdance.org/quiet-corner-contra/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/quiet-corner-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-03-01T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-01T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: CT
    city: Coventry
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Dead Sea Squirrels
    callers:
      - George Thompson
    price: $6-$13
    organisation: Hartford Community Dance
    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/2024-03-01/"
    start: "2024-03-01T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-01T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$15
    organisation: ContraATL
    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: 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/2024-03-01/"
    start: "2024-03-01T19:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-03-01T22:30:00-06:00"
    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: CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance
    details: "CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance, first and third Fridays each month.\n7:00 p.m. lesson, 7:30-10:30 p.m. dance. $15/general $12/members $19 students. CFOOTMAD events at The Avalon are mask optional and no longer\nrequire proof of vaccine or boosters. Vaccines are recommended, but not required."
    links:
      - "https://boulderdance.org/event/community-contra-dance-2020-12-04-2022-03-18/2024-03-01/"
    start: "2024-03-01T19:30:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-01T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Boulder
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
  - name: AberACED
    links:
      - "https://aberaced.wordpress.com/"
    start: "2024-03-02T14:30:00+00:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T16:30:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Aberystwyth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: £3
    organisation: AberACED
    source: events/uk/aberystwyth.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: 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-2/2024-03-02/"
    start: "2024-03-02T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T22:00:00-05:00"
    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: First Saturday 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/2024-03-02/"
    start: "2024-03-02T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: George Marshall
    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/?tribe_events=peterborough-first-saturday-contra-dance-2-8"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/first-saturday-contra-dance-in-peterborough-nh/2024-03-02/"
    start: "2024-03-02T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Peterborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Montpelier Contra Dance with Nils Fredland calling and tunes by Rose Jackson, Oliver Scanlon & Yann Falquet.\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught.\nGender-neutral role terms.\nNewcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks optional.\nMore info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-nils-fredland/"
    start: "2024-03-02T19:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-02T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Rose Jackson, Oliver Scanlon & Yann Falquet"
    callers:
      - Nils Fredland
    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/2024-03-02/"
    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: Contra and Square Dance Week
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/contra-and-square-dance-week-2024/"
    start: "2024-03-04T16:00:00+00:00"
    end: "2024-03-08T10:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - English Contra Dance Band
    callers:
      - Geoff Cubitt
    price: £240-£430
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.yaml
  - name: Indy Contra Dance
    details: "We dance on the first Tuesday of the month, 7-9 pm ET. \nThere’s no smoking or drinking, and anyone’s welcome to dance together, regardless of age, experience, gender, preference for dogs or cats, etc. \nWe provide a brief new dancer intro / refresher / warm-up starting at 6:40, with dancing for everybody 7:00 – 9:00 pm Eastern Time. Venue is Englewood Christian Church, 57 N. Rural St., Indianapolis, Indiana. \nSliding scale, generally $5-$20. However, if you do not have enough money, ask for assistance."
    links:
      - "https://www.indycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/indy-contra-dance/2024-03-05/"
    start: "2024-03-05T18:40:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-05T21:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: IN
    city: Indianapolis
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Indy Contra
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-03-07/"
    start: "2024-03-07T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-07T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: "Salem's First Thursday Contra Dance"
    details: "Our Salem First Thursdays dances are very welcoming to both new and experienced dancers. We always dance to live music and callers come from around our area. All dances are taught and no partner needed. We strive for gender-neutral dances using the terms Lark and Robins. However, for the benefit of the less experienced dancers, we ask all the Larks (traditionally referred to as gents) to wear the provided blue ribbons. The VFW Hall has a lovely wooden dance floor.  \n\nMasks are optional.\nBeginner workshop starts at 6pm\nAdmission on a sliding scale\nWater only allowed in the hall"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/salems-first-thursday-contra-dance/2024-03-07/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1827790280976207/"
    start: "2024-03-07T18:00:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-03-07T21:00:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Salem
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Salem Folklore Community
    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: Carolina Meltdown
    links:
      - "https://www.charlottecontradance.org/carolina-meltdown"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/carolina-meltdown/"
    start: "2024-03-08T16:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-10T16:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: SC
    city: Lake Wylie
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Syncopaths
      - Drive Train
    callers:
      - Seth Tepfer
      - Diane Silver
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.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: Cabot Community Contra Dance
    details: "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-03-08/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/2142436049439563/"
    start: "2024-03-08T19:15:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-08T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Cabot
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Erin Smith
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Cabot Community Dance
    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/2024-03-08/"
    start: "2024-03-08T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-08T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$15
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dover New England Country Dance
    details: "Traditional New England dance with mostly contras, some squares, circles, couple dances, and occasional English or Scottish dances. No partner nor experience needed, the dances will be taught and called. An introductory session is held at 7:30 to explain the basics."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/dover-nh-new-england-country-dance/2024-03-08/"
    start: "2024-03-08T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-08T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Dover
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Dave Bateman
    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/2024-03-08/"
    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: Denver Contra Dance
    details: "The Denver community contra dance is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. There is a lesson from 7 to 7:30; and dance from 7:30 to 10:30. For more details, see our website."
    links:
      - "https://www.cfootmad.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/denver-contra-dance/2024-03-08/"
    start: "2024-03-08T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-08T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Denver
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $8-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: London Barndance
    links:
      - "https://www.barndance.org/programme.html"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/1607545456683830/"
    start: "2024-03-09T19:30:00+00:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T23:00:00+00:00"
    country: UK
    city: London
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Vertical Expression
    callers:
      - Louise Siddons
    price: £5-£15
    organisation: London Barndance Company
    source: events/uk/london_barndance.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "We meet in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church (corner of Airport & Whitesburg), on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. Park along Airport because we enter the gym on that side.   \nYou need to be there by 6:30pm for the Newcomers Workshop. Dance is 7-10pm. \nYou will need soft-soled shoes (sneakers are okay). We don’t want to hurt the gym floor. Clothing—be prepared to sweat. You do not need a partner. Bring a resealable container of water. \n$15 non-members."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-nacds-contra-dance/2024-03-09/"
    start: "2024-03-09T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Jonesborough Contra
    details: "Never contra danced before? We gotcha covered! You’ll want to be there at 7pm for the Newcomer Lesson. Dance begins at 7:30pm.  \n\nCost: $12 Adults, $8 Students, $30 Families\nCash or Venmo\nDonations to help cover expenses appreciated\nCome as you are, no partner needed\nShort newcomer lesson starts promptly at 7pm\nDance starts at 7:30pm\nFriends, families, and children welcome\n\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram or on our website. \nWe are an all-volunteer nonprofit educational organization which is dedicated to the cultivation of a healthy community through traditional dance and music."
    links:
      - "https://historicjonesboroughdancesociety.net/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/jonesborough-tn-contra/"
    start: "2024-03-09T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Johnson City
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wabi Sabi
    callers:
      - Timothy Klein
    price: $8-$12
    organisation: Historic Jonesborough Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: CDK Contra Dance
    details: "Contra & Square Dance – beginner workshop 7:00pm, Dancing 7:30 – 10:30pm \n\nFebruary 10: Tunes by Brook Farm String Band; calls by Marlin Whitaker.\nMarch 9: Big Fun with Darlene Underwood (English dance in the afternoon 2p-5p)\nApril 13: Smith, Campeau & Nelson with Ken Gall calling\nMay 11: Liberty String Band with Maeve Devlin calling\nJune 8: River Music with various local callers – Open Mic Night\n\nSuggested donation $5-$20"
    links:
      - "https://www.countrydancinginkalamazoo.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cdk-contra-dance/2024-03-09/"
    start: "2024-03-09T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T22:30:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Kalamazoo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Big Fun
    callers:
      - Darlene Underwood
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "Every 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024.\nContra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL.\nNewcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time.\nCheck Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society.\nWear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container.\nMembers $10;  non-members $15."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-contra-dance/2024-03-09/"
    start: "2024-03-09T18:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T23:00:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: TopHill Music Contradance Party
    details: "Please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: There will be a newcomers workshop at 7:45pm. Please come early to help our new dancing friends! All are welcome! \nCost: $12-20 sliding scale \n\nHigh-level masks are mandated for this dance.\nPlease bring your own water bottle.\nUp-to-date vaccinations are encouraged but not required.\nIf you are not feeling well, please do not attend, but rather care for yourself and others and join us next time!\n\nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-tophill-music-contradance-party-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-03-09/"
    start: "2024-03-09T19:45:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Alice Kenney
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Lawrence Contra Dance
    details: "Join us on Saturday, December 9 at the Woodlawn Elementary School gymnasium in Lawrence, KS.\nBeginner’s lesson at 7:00pm. The dance starts at 7:30 and ends at 10:00. \nCaller: Jill Allen\nBand: The Atchisons \nOpen to both beginners and newcomers without experience, a free lesson will start at 7:00, so PLEASE BE PROMPT if you want to attend the lesson. All ages welcome, no partner needed. \nOur dances are social, inclusive, fun, and beginner friendly. No experience? No partner? No problem! All dances are taught and prompted, and feature live music. \nYou’ll hear our callers use the terms Larks and Robins. Larks dance on the left side of a pair of dancers; Robins dance on the right side. \nContra dancing is fun and vigorous! Wear comfortable clothes and clean shoes. No black heels and no dance powder allowed on the floor. \nFlexible admission rates for in-person dances: \n\nAdult admission: pay what you can between $8 to $15+ to help support our dances.\nAdults just listening (not dancing) $5\nStudents $5\nChildren under 16 free\n\nThe Atchisons \nMelissa and Bob Atchison have been playing for barn dances since the early 1980s. Their music has been influenced by old-time Missouri fiddlers, and music of the Ozarks. They love playing for dances because of the joy the dancers experience. As a duo of just guitar and fiddle they bring a surprising amount of energy and fun to Lawrence Barn dances. \nJill Allen \nSoon after receiving a B.E. in Dance Performance at the University of Kansas, Jill Allen came upon her first local country dance in the early 1980’s, unaware of how deeply it would change her life. It was love at first step and she never looked back. Her tap dancing became clogging and soon she learned to call for dances, with a hunger to teach every style she learned. With experience in dance education, Jill was a natural boss on the dance floor. Jill also organized dances for many years, and played piano for dances with the band “Fox on the Run” for 15 years. \nHer calling has been described as fun, easy to follow, and musical, with no time wasted getting a group of all ages and abilities up and dancing to the music. She is full-service caller with over thirty years of experience, well versed in Contras, Squares, English Country, Family Dances, Clogging, and couple dances."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/lawrence-ks-contra-dance/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/365991896326524/"
    start: "2024-03-09T19:00:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T22:00:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: KS
    city: Lawrence
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Atchisons
    callers:
      - Jill Allen
    price: $5-$15
    organisation: Lawrence Barn Dance Association
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Portland Megaband Contra Dance
    details: "Contra Dance. Music by the 75-member Portland Megaband directed by Sue Songer. Three local callers—Laurel Thomas, Rich Goss, and William Watson (nongendered terms). \nThe event will be in the beautiful Smith Memorial Ballroom at Portland State University. Start time is 7:15 with a newcomers’ session at 6:45. \nAdvance admission is strongly encouraged—we sometimes sell out. This dance is a benefit for Portland Country Dance Community. \n$25 requested; sliding scale $15 – $40."
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5433"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-megaband-contra-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-2nd-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-03-09/"
    start: "2024-03-09T18:45:00-08:00"
    end: "2024-03-09T22:30:00-08:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Portland Megaband
    callers:
      - Laurel Thomas
      - Rich Goss
      - William Watson
    price: $15-$40
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: TADAMS 2nd Sunday Afternoon Contra Dance
    details: "Join the Richmond VA contra dance, hosted by TADAMS, in the beautiful historic Ginter Hall on 2nd Sunday afternoons. Beginner lesson at 1:45pm; dance from 2:30-5:30. Check our full calendar for caller and band details. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/tadams-2nd-sunday-afternoon-contra-dance/2024-03-10/"
    start: "2024-03-10T13:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-10T17:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Richmond
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-03-14/"
    start: "2024-03-14T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-14T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Beantown Stomp
    links:
      - "https://www.beantownstomp.com"
    start_date: 2024-03-15
    end_date: 2024-03-17
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Cambridge
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Mean Lids
      - The Figments
    callers:
      - Maia McCormick
      - Will Mentor
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.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/2024-03-15/"
    start: "2024-03-15T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-15T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday 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: Third Friday Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: "Caller and featured musicians vary each month; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nOther musicians are welcome to come and be part of the amorphous “Back Row Band.” \nSchedule: 8:00 PM: Contra Dancing for All; often a beginner session at 7:45. \nCost: $10 or barter equivalent \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/third-friday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-03-15/"
    start: "2024-03-15T19:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-15T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Back Row Band
    price: $10
    organisation: Joe Blumenthal
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Spring Breakdown Dance Weekend
    details: "A full weekend of dancing, workshops, and social events featuring music by Nova and calling by Emily Rush! Our dance venue is the beautifully restored 1930s Kimball Ballroom on the Stephens College campus in Columbia, Missouri.  \nFeatured band and caller: A well-known and loved band, Nova is a neo-trad trio hailing from New England and featuring Kathleen Fownes on fiddle, Everest Witman on guitar and mandolin, and Guillaume Sparrow-Pepin on accordion and piano. Nova draws from both traditional repertoire and original compositions to create high-energy music for concerts and dancing. Emily Rush is one of the most sought-after callers in the business, calling with energy and skill: “Contra dancing has always been about connection, inclusivity, joy, and play; as a caller I make that my goal for each gig.” \nTickets: Early Bird pricing available through March 1! Weekend passes good for all weekend events are $105, and $115 after March 1. Register online at Eventbrite or at our website for a la carte pricing for individual dances and workshops, and discounts for students. Registration forms can be printed from the website and returned by mail. Registration is also available at the door. \nCOVID policy: All attendees are required to present a negative COVID test for admittance upon arrival for the weekend. See website or Eventbrite for details.  \nFinancial assistance for this project has been provided by the Missouri Arts Council, a state agency, and the City of Columbia, Office of Cultural Affairs."
    links:
      - "https://mmtd.wordpress.com/dance-weekend-2024/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/spring-breakdown-dance-weekend/"
    start: "2024-03-15T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-17T15:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: MO
    city: Columbia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Nova
    callers:
      - Emily Rush
    price: $105-$115
    organisation: Mid-Missouri Traditional Dancers
    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/2024-03-15/"
    start: "2024-03-15T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-15T22:30:00-05:00"
    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: CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance
    details: "CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance, first and third Fridays each month.\n7:00 p.m. lesson, 7:30-10:30 p.m. dance. $15/general $12/members $19 students. CFOOTMAD events at The Avalon are mask optional and no longer\nrequire proof of vaccine or boosters. Vaccines are recommended, but not required."
    links:
      - "https://boulderdance.org/event/community-contra-dance-2020-12-04-2022-03-18/2024-03-15/"
    start: "2024-03-15T19:30:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-03-15T22:30:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Boulder
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
  - name: Lancaster Contra Dance
    details: "All ages are welcome! Bring the whole family, or come on your own! No partner or prior dance experience necessary! \nBringing a water bottle is encouraged. \nCost: sliding scale $12-20+ cash only. Children 13 or younger dance FREE! \nA practice lesson is included in admission and takes place at 6:15pm before each dance. If you can count to 4 and walk, you can do this dance! \nSee our website for details and information about location, live musicians, and other dances in south central PA."
    links:
      - "https://lancastercontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/lancaster-pa-contra-dance/2024-03-16/"
    start: "2024-03-16T18:15:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-16T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Lancaster
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Lancaster Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: 3rd Saturday Contra Dance
    details: "Every 3rd Saturday from September through May. See our website for this month’s band and caller. \nWe use gender neutral role terms at all dances. \nProud Associate member of PATMAD and CDSS. \n$5 to $20, sliding scale."
    links:
      - "https://3rdsaturday.thursdaycontra.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/3rd-saturday-contra-dance-in-philadelphia/2024-03-16/"
    start: "2024-03-16T19:15:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-16T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: "The Moving Violations are: Van Kaynor (fiddle, feet), Ron Grosslein (fiddle, mandolin, percussion), and Eric Eid-Reiner (piano). Caller varies each month; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: Newcomers workshop 7:30-8:00 p.m. Contra dance 8:00-11:00 p.m. \nCost: $12-20 sliding scale ($10 for students and children, $8 for under 13) at the door. \nCalling terms: Gender-neutral terms (usually larks and robins) are used at the 3rd Saturday dance. \nThere is no preregistration or verified dancer list for the 3rd Sat. dance. There is also no attendance cap. \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/third-saturday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-03-16/"
    start: "2024-03-16T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-16T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Moving Violations
    price: $8-$20
    organisation: Van Kaynor
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Montpelier Contra Dance with Dereck Kalish calling and music by Atlantic Crossing. \nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught. \nGender-neutral role terms. \nNewcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm. \nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes. \nMasks optional. \nMore info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters. \nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com \nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-4/"
    start: "2024-03-16T19:40:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-16T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Atlantic Crossing
    callers:
      - Dereck Kalish
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    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: 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/2024-03-21/"
    start: "2024-03-21T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-21T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: 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: Spring @ Sautee
    links:
      - "https://www.snca.org/contra/danceWeekend/page.php"
    start: "2024-03-22T16:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-24T15:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Helena
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Hot Coffee Breakdown
      - Contraforce
      - DJ TacoShel
    callers:
      - Terry Doyle
      - Seth Tepfer
    price: $100-$135
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Pigtown Fling
    details: "Happy news!\nPigtown Fling is back! We are so thrilled and hope you will be able to join us for this awesome contra dance weekend!\nOnline registration is open—register early and make sure you get a spot! \nFriday: music by Trillium with caller Darlene Underwood.\nSaturday and Sunday: music by Elixir with caller Nils Fredland.\nPlease join us for great music, great people, and great dancing! \nEarly Bird $110 until Jan. 22nd; $130 after Jan 22nd."
    links:
      - "http://www.cincinnaticontradance.org/pigtown.htm"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pigtown-fling/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pigtown-fling-2/"
    start: "2024-03-22T18:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-24T15:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: OH
    city: Cincinnati
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Elixir
      - Trillium
    callers:
      - Darlene Underwood
      - Nils Fredland
    price: $110-$130
    organisation: Cincinnati Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Flint Hills Contra Dance
    details: "Contra dance in Manhattan, Kansas. Open to everyone!"
    links:
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/377371501774250/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/flint-hills-contra-dance/2024-03-22/"
    start: "2024-03-22T18:15:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-22T21:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: KS
    city: Manhattan
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Kaw Creek
    callers:
      - Derrick Doty
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Flint Hills Contradance and Music Society
    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/2024-03-22/"
    start: "2024-03-22T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-22T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday 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: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of Unbowed with caller River Abel. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! At this dance masks are required, but we also hold a mask-optional dance each month."
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-4/"
    start: "2024-03-22T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-22T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Unbowed
    callers:
      - River Abel
    price: $15
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "We meet in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church (corner of Airport & Whitesburg), on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. Park along Airport because we enter the gym on that side.   \nYou need to be there by 6:30pm for the Newcomers Workshop. Dance is 7-10pm. \nYou will need soft-soled shoes (sneakers are okay). We don’t want to hurt the gym floor. Clothing—be prepared to sweat. You do not need a partner. Bring a resealable container of water. \n$15 non-members."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-nacds-contra-dance/2024-03-23/"
    start: "2024-03-23T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Queen City Contra
    details: "Queen City Contras invite you to our contra dance, Saturday, March 23 at the beautiful Shelburne Town Hall. \nDoors open at 6:30, beginner lesson at 6:45, dancing from 7 to 10. \nAdina Gordon will call. Our band will be Atlantic Crossing.\nAll are welcome; all dances are taught; no partner or experience necessary. Beginner’s session at 6:45pm.  \n$12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, donations welcome. Please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes to dance in. Masks welcome but optional. Please stay home if you have symptoms."
    links:
      - "https://queencitycontras.com/schedule"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/contra-dance-in-shelburne-vt/"
    start: "2024-03-23T18:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Shelburne
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Atlantic Crossing
    callers:
      - Adina Gordon
    price: $5-$12
    organisation: Queen City Contras
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Richmond Saturday Night Contra Dance
    details: "Join the Richmond, VA, contra dance, hosted by TADAMS at the West End Ballroom for a Saturday evening dance. Beginner lesson at 6:45pm, dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free. Please check our full website calendar for caller and band details."
    links:
      - "https://tadamsva.org/dance/saturday-contra-dance-web-3-23-2024/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-saturday-night-contra-dance/2024-03-23/"
    start: "2024-03-23T18:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Henrico
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Valley Contra Dance
    details: "Greg Frock calling to Dead Sea Squirrels (Cathy Mason, Craig Edwards, Henry Yoshimura) \n$15 (members $2 discount)\nAge 13-21, students: $7.00\nChildren 12 and under accompanied by an adult FREE"
    links:
      - "https://valleycontradance.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/valley-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-03-23T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Bethlehem
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Dead Sea Squirrels
    callers:
      - Greg Frock
    price: $7-$15
    organisation: Valley Contra Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Jonesborough Contra
    details: "Never contra danced before? We gotcha covered! You’ll want to be there at 7pm for the Newcomer Lesson. Dance begins at 7:30pm.  \n\nCost: $12 Adults, $8 Students, $30 Families\nCash or Venmo\nDonations to help cover expenses appreciated\nCome as you are, no partner needed\nShort newcomer lesson starts promptly at 7pm\nDance starts at 7:30pm\nFriends, families, and children welcome\n\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram or on our website. \nWe are an all-volunteer nonprofit educational organization which is dedicated to the cultivation of a healthy community through traditional dance and music."
    links:
      - "https://historicjonesboroughdancesociety.net/events"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/jonesborough-tn-contra-2/"
    start: "2024-03-23T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Johnson City
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Marbelous Daves
    callers:
      - Earl McGill
    price: $8-$12
    organisation: Historic Jonesborough Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "Every 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024.\nContra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL.\nNewcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time.\nCheck Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society.\nWear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container.\nMembers $10;  non-members $15."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-contra-dance/2024-03-23/"
    start: "2024-03-23T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    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: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \nCovid precautions are suspended indefinitely! We will continue to monitor potential exposures at PCDC events and adjust policies as needed. Refer to the PCDC Covid policy for details. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5434"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-03-23/"
    start: "2024-03-23T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-23T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Noah Grunzweig
    organisation: CDSS
    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://cdrochester.org/events/thursday-night-waltz-contra/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/rochester-ny-thursday-night-contras/2024-03-28/"
    start: "2024-03-28T18:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-28T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Rochester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Clara Riedlinger & Zak Spath
      - The PossumTone String Band
    callers:
      - Margaret Mathews
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Country Dancers of Rochester
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-03-28/"
    start: "2024-03-28T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-28T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: 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/2024-03-29/"
    start: "2024-03-29T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-29T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Fifth Friday Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: "River Road with Alex Deis-Lauby calling. Caller and featured musicians vary each time; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: 7:30 beginner lesson, 8:00-11:00 contras \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/fifth-friday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange-2/"
    start: "2024-03-29T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-29T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - River Road
    callers:
      - Alex Deis-Lauby
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Jesse Ball
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of GrayScale with caller Gaye Fifer. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! At this dance masks are optional, but we also hold a masks-required dance each month."
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-masks-optional-2/"
    start: "2024-03-29T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-29T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - GrayScale
    callers:
      - Gaye Fifer
    price: $15
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    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 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/2024-03-29/"
    start: "2024-03-29T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-03-29T22:30:00-05:00"
    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: Fiddlehead Frolic
    links:
      - "http://www.hands4dancers.org/upcoming-dances/2024/3/30/fiddlehead-frolic"
    start: "2024-03-30T12:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-30T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Ithaca
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Eloise & Co.
      - Metku
    callers:
      - Mary Wesley
    price: $18-$35
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Fifth Saturday Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: See venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy.
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/fifth-saturday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange-2/"
    start: "2024-03-30T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-30T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Montpelier Contra Dance
    details: "Montpelier Contra Dance with Will Mentor and the Ice Cream Truckers (Noah VanNorstrand, Kelsey Wells, Yann Falquet).\nBeginners, singles, and all ages are welcome; all dances are taught.\nGender-neutral role terms.\nNewcomers lesson 7:40 pm. Dancing 8-11pm.\nPlease bring clean soft-soled shoes.\nMasks optional.\nMore info at our website. $12 adults, $5 kids/low-income, $20 dance supporters.\nQuestions? 802-225-8921 or cdu.tim@gmail.com\nDancing every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday."
    links:
      - "https://capitalcitygrange.org/dancing/contradancing/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/montpelier-contra-dance-with-will-mentor/"
    start: "2024-03-30T19:40:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-03-30T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Berlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Ice Cream Truckers
    callers:
      - Will Mentor
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Montpelier Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Open Mike/Open Band Contra Dance
    details: "Our Saturday night Open Mike Open Band dance at Fulton Hall. \nTwo local musicians will organize the music. Please contact them in advance so that you can learn about their musical plans. \nA local caller will lead the callers’ Open Mike. You can contact them in advance or show up and sign up for a calling slot. \nCovid precautions are suspended indefinitely! We will continue to monitor potential exposures at PCDC events and adjust policies as needed. Refer to the PCDC Covid policy for details. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pcdc-5th-saturdays-open-mike-open-band-contra-dance/2024-03-30/"
    start: "2024-03-30T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-03-30T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$20
    organisation: Portland Country Dance Community
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Indy Contra Dance
    details: "We dance on the first Tuesday of the month, 7-9 pm ET. \nThere’s no smoking or drinking, and anyone’s welcome to dance together, regardless of age, experience, gender, preference for dogs or cats, etc. \nWe provide a brief new dancer intro / refresher / warm-up starting at 6:40, with dancing for everybody 7:00 – 9:00 pm Eastern Time. Venue is Englewood Christian Church, 57 N. Rural St., Indianapolis, Indiana. \nSliding scale, generally $5-$20. However, if you do not have enough money, ask for assistance."
    links:
      - "https://www.indycontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/indy-contra-dance/2024-04-02/"
    start: "2024-04-02T18:40:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-02T21:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: IN
    city: Indianapolis
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: Indy Contra
    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://cdrochester.org/events/thursday-night-contra-199/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/rochester-ny-thursday-night-contras/2024-04-04/"
    start: "2024-04-04T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-04T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Rochester
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Trillium
      - "Catherine, Laurel & Meg"
    callers:
      - David Smukler
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Country Dancers of Rochester
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-04-04/"
    start: "2024-04-04T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-04T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dancing Fish
    links:
      - "https://dancingfish.dance/"
    start_date: 2024-04-05
    end_date: 2024-04-06
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Melrose
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Stomp Rocket
    callers:
      - Janine Smith
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: "Salem's First Thursday Contra Dance"
    details: "Our Salem First Thursdays dances are very welcoming to both new and experienced dancers. We always dance to live music and callers come from around our area. All dances are taught and no partner needed. We strive for gender-neutral dances using the terms Lark and Robins. However, for the benefit of the less experienced dancers, we ask all the Larks (traditionally referred to as gents) to wear the provided blue ribbons. The VFW Hall has a lovely wooden dance floor.  \n\nMasks are optional.\nBeginner workshop starts at 6pm\nAdmission on a sliding scale\nWater only allowed in the hall"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/salems-first-thursday-contra-dance/2024-04-04/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/774053371315071/"
    start: "2024-04-04T18:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-04T21:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Salem
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Salem Folklore Community
    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: Contra Camp
    links:
      - "https://halswaymanor.org.uk/event/contra-camp-2024/"
    start: "2024-04-05T16:00:00+01:00"
    end: "2024-04-07T16:00:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Halsway
    styles:
      - contra
      - e-ceilidh
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - WillPower
    callers:
      - Lousie Siddons
      - Heather McAslan
    price: £100-£310
    organisation: Halsway Manor
    source: events/uk/halsway.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/2024-04-05/"
    start: "2024-04-05T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-05T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday 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 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/2024-04-05/"
    start: "2024-04-05T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-04-05T22:30:00-05:00"
    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: CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance
    details: "CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance, first and third Fridays each month.\n7:00 p.m. lesson, 7:30-10:30 p.m. dance. $15/general $12/members $19 students. CFOOTMAD events at The Avalon are mask optional and no longer\nrequire proof of vaccine or boosters. Vaccines are recommended, but not required."
    links:
      - "https://boulderdance.org/event/community-contra-dance-2020-12-04-2022-03-18/2024-04-05/"
    start: "2024-04-05T19:00:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-04-05T22:30:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Boulder
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
  - name: Epicenter dance weekend
    links:
      - "https://nbcds.org/epicenter-2024/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/907102560774142/"
    start: "2024-04-05T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-07T17:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Mill Valley
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Free Raisins
      - Genticorum
    callers:
      - Seth Tepfer
      - Alex Deis-Lauby
    organisation: North Bay Country Dance
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: AberACED
    links:
      - "https://aberaced.wordpress.com/"
    start: "2024-04-06T14:30:00+01:00"
    end: "2024-04-06T16:30:00+01:00"
    country: UK
    city: Aberystwyth
    styles:
      - contra
      - ecd
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: £3
    organisation: AberACED
    source: events/uk/aberystwyth.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: 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-2/2024-04-06/"
    start: "2024-04-06T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-06T22:00:00-04:00"
    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: First Saturday 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://cdss.org/event/first-saturday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-04-06/"
    start: "2024-04-06T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-06T23:00:00-04:00"
    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: 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/?tribe_events=peterborough-first-saturday-contra-dance-2-9"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/first-saturday-contra-dance-in-peterborough-nh/2024-04-06/"
    start: "2024-04-06T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-06T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Peterborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    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: "2024-04-06T19:00:00-07:00"
    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: 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/2024-04-07/"
    start: "2024-04-07T19:40:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-07T23:00:00-04:00"
    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: 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/2024-04-11/"
    start: "2024-04-11T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-11T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NexGen Contra Weekend
    links:
      - "https://aactmad.org/nexgen-contra"
    start_date: 2024-04-12
    end_date: 2024-04-14
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Ann Arbor
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Starling
      - Pimento Mori
    callers:
      - Katie Zanders
      - River Rainbowface
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Call of the Loon
    details: "Welcome Spring Back To Minnesota! Tapestry Folkdance Center invites you to the 11th Annual Call of the Loon – Contra Dance Weekend! \nJoin us and a fabulous line-up of talent with live music from Stringrays and Northern Aire, and dynamic callers Will Mentor and Ted Hodapp! \nIt’s a fun weekend featuring an active schedule and many dancing opportunities. Visit our website for online registration and more information!"
    links:
      - "https://www.tapestryfolkdance.org/call-of-the-loon.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/call-of-the-loon-contra-dance-weekend-minneapolis-mn/"
    start_date: 2024-04-12
    end_date: 2024-04-14
    country: USA
    state: MN
    city: Minneapolis
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Stringrays
      - Northern Aire
    callers:
      - Ted Hodapp
      - Will Mentor
    organisation: Tapestry Folkdance Center
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NexGen Contra Weekend
    details: "Three days of contra and techno contra with some waltzing and a flourishes and dips workshop! \n\nCalling by Katie Zanders & River Rainbowface\nTerminology: Larks & Robins and Positional\nMusic by Starling & Pimento Mori\nTechno DJ: Talya Raitzyk\n\nThree meals provided throughout the weekend."
    links:
      - "https://aactmad.org/nexgen-contra"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/nexgen-contra-weekend/"
    start: "2024-04-12T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-14T13:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Ann Arbor
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Pimento Mori
      - Starling
    callers:
      - Katie Zanders
      - River Rainbowface
    organisation: AACTMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Springforth Ball and Dance Weekend
    details: "The Traditional American Dance and Music Society\ninvites you to the\n27th Annual Springforth Ball & Dance Weekend\nApril 12-13-14, 2024 \nFeaturing\nDrive Train\nEd Howe (fiddle)\nBennett Konesni (guitar), and\nNoah Fishman (bass, mandolin & bouzouki) \nwith Gaye Fifer calling \nJoin us for a high energy weekend of food, dance, music, and workshops."
    links:
      - "https://tadamsva.org/springforth-2024/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/springforth-ball-and-dance-weekend/"
    start: "2024-04-12T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-14T15:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Richmond
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Drive Train
    callers:
      - Gaye Fifer
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Cabot Community Contra Dance
    details: "Small monthly community contra dance with guest callers and live music by local musicians. All dances taught, no partner needed, families and beginners enthusiastically welcomed! Gender-neutral calling, short intro session for new folks at 7:15. Masks are welcomed but not required, and the large windows will be open for ventilation."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cabot-community-contra-dance/2024-04-12/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/794818009175051/"
    start: "2024-04-12T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-12T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VT
    city: Cabot
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    callers:
      - Luke Donforth
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Cabot Community Dance
    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/2024-04-12/"
    start: "2024-04-12T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-12T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$15
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dover New England Country Dance
    details: "Traditional New England dance with mostly contras, some squares, circles, couple dances, and occasional English or Scottish dances. No partner nor experience needed, the dances will be taught and called. An introductory session is held at 7:30 to explain the basics."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/dover-nh-new-england-country-dance/2024-04-12/"
    start: "2024-04-12T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-12T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NH
    city: Dover
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    organisation: Dave Bateman
    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: Queer Contra Dance Camp
    details: Queer Contra Dance Camp is a queer-normative contra dance weekend in the California redwoods with incredible talent and an enthusiastic and friendly community.
    links:
      - "https://www.queercontradance.org/queercamp.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/queer-contra-dance-camp/2024-04-12/"
    start: "2024-04-12T18:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-14T15:00:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: CA
    city: Aptos
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Nimbus
      - River Road
    callers:
      - Andy Shore
      - Isaac Banner
    price: $125-$500
    organisation: San Francisco Bay Queer Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Denver Contra Dance
    details: "The Denver community contra dance is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. There is a lesson from 7 to 7:30; and dance from 7:30 to 10:30. For more details, see our website."
    links:
      - "https://www.cfootmad.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/denver-contra-dance/2024-04-12/"
    start: "2024-04-12T19:00:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-04-12T22:30:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Denver
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $8-$15
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Jonesborough Contra
    details: "Never contra danced before? We gotcha covered! You’ll want to be there at 7pm for the Newcomer Lesson. Dance begins at 7:30pm.  \n\nCost: $12 Adults, $8 Students, $30 Families\nCash or Venmo\nDonations to help cover expenses appreciated\nCome as you are, no partner needed\nShort newcomer lesson starts promptly at 7pm\nDance starts at 7:30pm\nFriends, families, and children welcome\n\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram or on our website. \nWe are an all-volunteer nonprofit educational organization which is dedicated to the cultivation of a healthy community through traditional dance and music."
    links:
      - "https://historicjonesboroughdancesociety.net/events"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/jonesborough-tn-contra-3/"
    start: "2024-04-13T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Jonesborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - George Paul
    callers:
      - Claire Takemori
    price: $8-$12
    organisation: Historic Jonesborough Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: CDK Contra Dance
    details: "Contra & Square Dance – beginner workshop 7:00pm, Dancing 7:30 – 10:30pm \n\nFebruary 10: Tunes by Brook Farm String Band; calls by Marlin Whitaker.\nMarch 9: Big Fun with Darlene Underwood (English dance in the afternoon 2p-5p)\nApril 13: Smith, Campeau & Nelson with Ken Gall calling\nMay 11: Liberty String Band with Maeve Devlin calling\nJune 8: River Music with various local callers – Open Mic Night\n\nSuggested donation $5-$20"
    links:
      - "https://www.countrydancinginkalamazoo.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/cdk-contra-dance/2024-04-13/"
    start: "2024-04-13T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Kalamazoo
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - "Smith, Campeau & Nelson"
    callers:
      - Ken Gall
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hartford Community Dance Contra
    details: "Time: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm (short basics session 7:15 pm)\nContra Dance is a form of folk dancing made up of long lines of couples. It has mixed origins from historic English country dance, Scottish country dance, and French dance styles. It originated in New England! Not needed to bring a partner or know how to do it in order to have a great time!\nThis is so wicked fun! It is the most fun you can have with your clothes on! Come and give it a try!\nLive Music: The Boom Chicks are Julie Sorcek on flute and saxophone, Mickey Koth on fiddle, and Kasha Breau on keyboard. They bring years of experience playing for contra dances, with each other (Julie and Mickey in Wry Bred and Kasha and Mickey in Wild Notes) as well as in other concert and contra dance bands.! They will amaze you and set your feet moving!\nCaller: Don Heinold. Hailing from Rhode Island, Don has been calling at dances, weddings, and parties all over New England for over 14 years. Don is also known for teaching the Rotary (country) Waltz.\nAdmission: $13 ($5 for students, $30 max for families).\nParking: Please park on the street or in the public lot behind Keeney Hall (1/10 mi north on Main St). There’s no parking on the Temple grounds. Please do not even turn into the Temple driveway or the neighbor’s driveway.\nClothing & Footwear: Clothing is casual. Please wear shoes that move easily on the floor (rubber soled sneaker are discouraged but some do wear them even though it makes dancing harder).\nRole Terms: “Women & Men,” but dancers are welcome to choose whatever role that works for them. with no worries."
    links:
      - "http://www.hcdance.org/contra-dance/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/hartford-community-dances-2nd-saturday-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-04-13T19:15:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: CT
    city: Wethersfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Boom Chicks
    callers:
      - Don Heinold
    price: $5-$13
    organisation: Hartford Community Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "Every 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024.\nContra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL.\nNewcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time.\nCheck Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society.\nWear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container.\nMembers $10;  non-members $15."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-nacds-contra-dance/2024-04-13/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-contra-dance/2024-04-13/"
    start: "2024-04-13T18:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T23:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: TopHill Music Contradance Party
    details: "Please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: There will be a newcomers workshop at 7:45pm. Please come early to help our new dancing friends! All are welcome! \nCost: $12-20 sliding scale \n\nHigh-level masks are mandated for this dance.\nPlease bring your own water bottle.\nUp-to-date vaccinations are encouraged but not required.\nIf you are not feeling well, please do not attend, but rather care for yourself and others and join us next time!\n\nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/second-saturday-tophill-music-contradance-party-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-04-13/"
    start: "2024-04-13T19:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Alice Kenney
    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: 2nd Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Covid precautions are suspended indefinitely! We will continue to monitor potential exposures at PCDC events and adjust policies as needed. Refer to the PCDC Covid policy for details. \n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome! \nFor more current information and last-minute changes, see the PCDC calendar."
    links:
      - "https://portlandcountrydance.org/calendar/?mc_id=5436"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-2nd-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-04-13/"
    start: "2024-04-13T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-13T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Contra Quartet
    callers:
      - Kelly Tabor
    price: $6-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-04-18/"
    start: "2024-04-18T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-18T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Dancing Fish
    links:
      - "https://dancingfish.dance/"
    start_date: 2024-04-19
    end_date: 2024-04-21
    country: USA
    state: FL
    city: Melrose
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
    callers:
      - George Marshall
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.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: NEFFA
    details: "13 parallel stages, Friday thru Sunday."
    links:
      - "https://www.neffa.org/festival-home/"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-21T17:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Marlborough
    styles:
      - balfolk
      - contra
      - e-ceilidh
      - ecd
      - scd
      - scandi
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Live Wire
      - Kingfisher
      - Torrent
      - Good Company
      - Dogtown
    callers:
      - Alex Deis-Lauby
      - Rick Mohr
      - Ben Sachs-Hamilton
      - Bob Isaacs
      - Michael Karcher
      - Dereck Kalish
    organisation: NEFFA
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Dandelion Romp
    links:
      - "https://advance.oberlin.edu/events/2024/04/19/dandelion-romp-2024"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-21T16:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: OH
    city: Oberlin
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Elixir
      - Engine Room
    callers:
      - Adina Gordon
      - Nils Fredland
    price: $30-$65
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.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/2024-04-19/"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-19T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Friday 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: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of Aubergine with caller Rick Szumski. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! At this dance masks are required, but we also hold a mask-optional dance each month."
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-5/"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-19T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Aubergine
    callers:
      - Rick Szumski
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Third Friday Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: "Caller and featured musicians vary each month; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nOther musicians are welcome to come and be part of the amorphous “Back Row Band.” \nSchedule: 8:00 PM: Contra Dancing for All; often a beginner session at 7:45. \nCost: $10 or barter equivalent \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/third-friday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-04-19/"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-19T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Back Row Band
    price: $10
    organisation: Joe Blumenthal
    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/2024-04-19/"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:30:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-04-19T22:30:00-05:00"
    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: CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance
    details: "CFOOTMAD Community Contra Dance, first and third Fridays each month.\n7:00 p.m. lesson, 7:30-10:30 p.m. dance. $15/general $12/members $19 students. CFOOTMAD events at The Avalon are mask optional and no longer\nrequire proof of vaccine or boosters. Vaccines are recommended, but not required."
    links:
      - "https://boulderdance.org/event/community-contra-dance-2020-12-04-2022-03-18/2024-04-19/"
    start: "2024-04-19T19:00:00-06:00"
    end: "2024-04-19T22:30:00-06:00"
    country: USA
    state: CO
    city: Boulder
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$19
    organisation: Colorado Friends of Old Time Music and Dance
    source: events/usa/boulder.yaml
  - name: Lancaster Contra Dance
    details: "All ages are welcome! Bring the whole family, or come on your own! No partner or prior dance experience necessary! \nBringing a water bottle is encouraged. \nCost: sliding scale $12-20+ cash only. Children 13 or younger dance FREE! \nA practice lesson is included in admission and takes place at 6:15pm before each dance. If you can count to 4 and walk, you can do this dance! \nSee our website for details and information about location, live musicians, and other dances in south central PA."
    links:
      - "https://lancastercontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/lancaster-pa-contra-dance-3/"
    start: "2024-04-20T18:15:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-20T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Lancaster
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $12-$20
    organisation: Lancaster Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Contra at Guiding Star Grange
    details: "The Moving Violations are: Van Kaynor (fiddle, feet), Ron Grosslein (fiddle, mandolin, percussion), and Eric Eid-Reiner (piano). Caller varies each month; please check the Guiding Star Grange website for details. \nSchedule: Newcomers workshop 7:30-8:00 p.m. Contra dance 8:00-11:00 p.m. \nCost: $12-20 sliding scale ($10 for students and children, $8 for under 13) at the door. \nCalling terms: Gender-neutral terms (usually larks and robins) are used at the 3rd Saturday dance. \nThere is no preregistration or verified dancer list for the 3rd Sat. dance. There is also no attendance cap. \nSee venue website for this month’s details and Covid policy."
    links:
      - "https://www.guidingstargrange.org/events.html"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/third-saturday-contra-at-guiding-star-grange/2024-04-20/"
    start: "2024-04-20T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-20T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: MA
    city: Greenfield
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Moving Violations
    price: $8-$20
    organisation: Van Kaynor
    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/2024-04-20/"
    start: "2024-04-20T19:40:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-20T23:00:00-04:00"
    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: Lawrence Barn Dance Association Contra Dance
    details: Lisa Harris-Frydman is calling to the music of The Campeau Creek Boys.
    links:
      - "https://lawrencecontra.wordpress.com/calendar/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/lawrence-barn-dance-association-contra-dance/"
    start: "2024-04-20T19:00:00-05:00"
    end: "2024-04-20T22:00:00-05:00"
    country: USA
    state: KS
    city: Lawrence
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - The Campeau Creek Boys
    callers:
      - Lisa Harris-Frydman
    price: $5-$15
    organisation: Lawrence Barn Dance Association
    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: Contra Dance at the Laurel Theater
    details: "The Knoxville Contra Dance is pleased to offer a weekly contra dance at the historic Laurel Theater in Knoxville. We feature a community of callers and musicians and an intimate and friendly crowd of dancers. An introductory workshop is offered starting at 7:30, perfect for the experienced and the newcomer alike, followed by dancing to live music from 8 until we all go home. All dances are taught and no partner or experience are required. No one turned away for lack of funds."
    links:
      - "https://www.knoxvillecontra.org/schedule"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/monday-night-contra-dance-at-the-laurel-theater/2024-04-22/"
    start: "2024-04-22T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-22T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Knoxville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$10
    organisation: Knoxville Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - 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/2024-04-25/"
    start: "2024-04-25T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-25T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Philadelphia
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $5-$20
    organisation: PATMAD
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Hands Four Spring Dance Weekend
    links:
      - "https://www.hands4-berea.com/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/21st-hands-four-spring-dance-weekend-berea-ky/"
    start_date: 2024-04-26
    end_date: 2024-04-28
    country: USA
    state: KY
    city: Berea
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Playing with Fyre
    callers:
      - Terry Doyle
      - Sarah Kaiser
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Trillium Twirl
    links:
      - "https://michigandanceheritage.org/trilliumtwirl/"
    start_date: 2024-04-26
    end_date: 2024-04-28
    country: USA
    state: MI
    city: Dowling
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Hot Coffee Breakdown
    callers:
      - Bob Isaacs
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Portland Raindance Weekend
    links:
      - "http://www.portlandraindance.org/"
    start_date: 2024-04-26
    end_date: 2024-04-28
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Drive Train
      - Stringrays
    callers:
      - Lisa Greenleaf
      - Will Mentor
    organisation: TryContra
    source: events/usa/trycontra.yaml
  - name: Flint Hills Contra Dance
    details: "Contra dance in Manhattan, Kansas. Open to everyone!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/flint-hills-contra-dance/2024-04-26/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/409876935099025/"
    start: "2024-04-26T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-26T21:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: KS
    city: Manhattan
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10
    organisation: Flint Hills Contradance and Music Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Palmetto Bug Stomp
    links:
      - "http://charlestonfolk.weebly.com/palmetto-bug-stomp.html"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/862125718804871/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/palmetto-bug-stomp-2024/"
    start: "2024-04-26T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-28T15:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: SC
    city: Charleston
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Wild Asparagus
      - Contraforce
    callers:
      - George Marshall
      - Seth Tepfer
    price: $140-$155
    organisation: Charleston Folk
    source: events/usa/trycontra.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/2024-04-26/"
    start: "2024-04-26T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-26T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: GA
    city: Decatur
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: ContraATL
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    details: "Come dance to the music of Devilish Mary with caller Bob Frederking. Our free beginner lesson begins at 7:30pm. Complete beginners are welcome! At this dance masks are optional, but we also hold a masks-required dance each month"
    links:
      - "https://pittsburghcontra.org/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/pittsburgh-contra-dance-masks-optional-3/"
    start: "2024-04-26T19:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-26T23:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: PA
    city: Pittsburgh
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Devilish Mary
    callers:
      - Bob Frederking
    organisation: Pittsburgh Contra Dance
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: NACDS Contra Dance
    details: "We meet in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church (corner of Airport & Whitesburg), on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. Park along Airport because we enter the gym on that side.   \nYou need to be there by 6:30pm for the Newcomers Workshop. Dance is 7-10pm. \nYou will need soft-soled shoes (sneakers are okay). We don’t want to hurt the gym floor. Clothing—be prepared to sweat. You do not need a partner. Bring a resealable container of water. \n$15 non-members."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/north-alabama-country-dance-society-nacds-contra-dance/2024-04-27/"
    start: "2024-04-27T18:30:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T22:00:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: AL
    city: Huntsville
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $15
    organisation: CDSS
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Richmond Saturday Night Contra Dance
    details: "Join the Richmond, VA, contra dance, hosted by TADAMS at the West End Ballroom for a Saturday evening dance. Beginner lesson at 6:45pm, dance from 7:30-10:30pm. Admission is $15 non-members, $10 members and students, children under 13 are free. Please check our full website calendar for caller and band details."
    links:
      - "https://tadamsva.org/dance/saturday-contra-dance-web-4-27-2024/"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/richmond-va-saturday-night-contra-dance/2024-04-27/"
    start: "2024-04-27T18:45:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: VA
    city: Henrico
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $10-$15
    organisation: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Jonesborough Contra
    details: "Never contra danced before? We gotcha covered! You’ll want to be there at 7pm for the Newcomer Lesson. Dance begins at 7:30pm.  \n\nCost: $12 Adults, $8 Students, $30 Families\nCash or Venmo\nDonations to help cover expenses appreciated\nCome as you are, no partner needed\nShort newcomer lesson starts promptly at 7pm\nDance starts at 7:30pm\nFriends, families, and children welcome\n\nFollow us on Facebook & Instagram or on our website. \nWe are an all-volunteer nonprofit educational organization which is dedicated to the cultivation of a healthy community through traditional dance and music."
    links:
      - "https://historicjonesboroughdancesociety.net/events"
      - "https://cdss.org/event/jonesborough-tn-contra-4/"
    start: "2024-04-27T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: TN
    city: Jonesborough
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    bands:
      - Laurie Fisher & Nik Coker
    callers:
      - Charley Harvey
    price: $8-$12
    organisation: Historic Jonesborough Dance Society
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml
  - name: Northern Dutchess Contradance
    details: "Come dance with us! We are bringing gender-neutral calling to BeckHook with Hudson Valley Community Dances! \nOpen to dancers of any level of experience (including none), any age, with or without a partner. Dances are taught as they go, dress comfortably and enjoy the amazing music and community. Calling Larks and Robins, choose whichever suits you best or try out both! ❤️ 🌈 \nDoors open 6:45, beginner lesson 7:15, dance 7:30-10:30pm.  \nAdmission: $15-20 sliding scale, $7-10 with fulltime student ID."
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/northern-dutchess-contradance/"
      - "https://www.facebook.com/events/262062196956617/"
    start: "2024-04-27T19:00:00-04:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T22:30:00-04:00"
    country: USA
    state: NY
    city: Rhinebeck
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $7-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    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: 4th Saturdays Contra Dance
    details: "Mark your calendars now for the next Saturday night dance at Fulton Hall. Dances are called using gender-neutral terms. \nCovid precautions are suspended indefinitely! We will continue to monitor potential exposures at PCDC events and adjust policies as needed. Refer to the PCDC Covid policy for details. \n\n\n7:00 pm newcomer/refresher lesson\n7:30 pm dancing starts\n10:30 dancing ends\n\nSome dancers head to a pub for “afters”—all are welcome!"
    links:
      - "https://cdss.org/event/portland-country-dance-community-4th-saturdays-contra-dance/2024-04-27/"
    start: "2024-04-27T19:00:00-07:00"
    end: "2024-04-27T22:30:00-07:00"
    country: USA
    state: OR
    city: Portland
    styles:
      - contra
    workshop: true
    social: true
    price: $6-$20
    organisation: CDSS
    cancelled: true
    source: events/usa/cdss.yaml