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Jonesborough, TN Contra—Laurie Fisher & Nik Coker with Charley Harvey calling
Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center 117 Boone St., Jonesborough, United StatesNever contra danced before? We gotcha covered! You'll want to be there at 7pm for the Newcomer Lesson. Dance begins at 7:30pm. Cost: $12 Adults, $8 Students, $30 Families Cash or Venmo Donations to help cover expenses appreciated Come as you are, no partner needed Short newcomer lesson starts promptly at 7pm Dance starts at […]
Northern Dutchess Contradance
Church of the Messiah 6436 Montgomery Street, Rhinebeck, NY, United StatesCome dance with us! We are bringing gender-neutral calling to BeckHook with Hudson Valley Community Dances! Open 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 […]
Mendocino English Country Dance
Caspar Community Center 15051 Caspar Rd., Caspar, CA, United StatesFourth Saturday of every month (check our calendar for occasional date changes). Live music with Take a Dance, the Mendocino English Country Dance Orchestra. Dances taught and prompted by alternating local and guest callers. Fun and friendly dancers welcome newcomers in an inclusive and enjoyable environment. Everyone gets to dance!
Richmond, VA Saturday Night Contra Dance
West End Ballroom 2300 John Rolfe Parkway, Henrico, VA, United StatesJoin 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.
North Alabama Country Dance Society – Contra Dance
Faith Presbyterian Church 5300 Whitesburg Dr., Huntsville, AL, United StatesEvery 2nd & 4th Saturday starting 2024. Contra Dance in the gym at Faith Presbyterian Church, Huntsville, AL. Newcomers at 6:30pm; dance 7 pm Central time. Check Facebook for updated info under North Alabama Country Dance Society. Wear soft-soled shoes and bring your own resealable water container. Members $10; non-members $15.
Washington Spring ECD Ball
Great Hall, Silver Spring Civic Building 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, Maryland, MD, United StatesThe Washington Spring Ball is a joyful yearly event of English Country Dancing to glorious music. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. We have a practice session the day of the ball, where most of the dances will be taught. Attending the practice session is strongly encouraged but not required. In the evening at the […]
CDSS Lifetime Contribution Award Celebration Honoring Sharon Green
Albany Veterans' Memorial Building 1325 Portland Ave., Albany, CA, United StatesYou are cordially invited to a special celebration honoring Sharon Green, our 2024 Lifetime Contribution Award recipient. During the event, there will be time to socialize. A few people will speak about Sharon’s impact on them and the larger dance community. CDSS will present the Lifetime Contribution Award. And then we dance! Space is limited at […]
Symmetry ECD Sundays
ONLINESymmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! Join caller Sharon Spangler each Sunday at 2pm Eastern for an hour-long program of dances. The dances are modified to fit the zoom format and work well for one or two dancers. A "pin […]
ECD Atlanta Regular Dance
First Existential Congregation 470 Candler Park Dr, Atlanta, GA, United StatesHow do I love ECD? Let me count the ways.... There is something for everyone! Some people love ECD for the music—we dance to beautiful tunes taken from classical arrangements, old ballads, and the modern era. Others love ECD for its uncomplicated moves that are chained together to form intricate, lyrical patterns. And almost everyone […]
English Country Dance Atlanta: 2nd, 4th, & 5th Sundays
First Existential Congregation 470 Candler Park Dr, Atlanta, GA, United StatesCis Hinkle, calling $8, cash or check
Asheville Sunday Afternoon English Country Dance
Harvest House Community Center 205 Kenilworth Rd., Asheville, NC, United StatesAll are welcome to join us for another very fine afternoon of English Country Dance. Spread the word and bring all your friends, family and neighbors! 3:30pm-4:00pm, Newcomers’ Session 4:00pm-6:15-ish pm, Dance Leader: TBA Live Music: TBA Bring a snack to share during the break-out in the parlor. Wear comfortable clothes and non-marking shoes. We […]
Hayward CA Contra Dance
Hill & Valley Club 1808 ‘B’ Street, Hayward, CA, United StatesWe typically dance on the 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. For years, the Hayward Contra has drawn dancers from all over the Bay Area and beyond. Some of the unique features that have drawn a loyal following are: Hayward is centrally located and the venue, The Hill and Valley Club, 1808 ‘B’ Street, […]
Gainesville Florida English Country Dance
United Church of Gainesville 1624 NW 5th Ave, Gainesville, FL, United StatesWe dance to live music by Hoggetowne Fancy every Monday at United Church of Gainesville, 1624 NW 5th Avenue. Cost is $5 for the hall plus a similar amount for the band. This dance is open to all. All dances are taught, walked through and called. There is a lesson at 6:10.
Monday Night Contra Dance at the Laurel Theater
Laurel Theater 1538 Laurel Ave, Knoxville, TN, United StatesThe 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 […]
Symmetry ECD Tuesdays
ONLINESymmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! In addition to weekly Sunday dances with caller Sharon Spangler, Symmetry's Tuesday dances feature a variety of callers, a mix of faces from the U.K. and the U.S. The dances are slightly adapted for […]
TECDA Tuesday Evening English Country Dance
Willowdale Presbyterian Church 38 Ellerslie Ave., North York, Ontario, CanadaCome and join us every Tuesday for an evening of dance with our talented callers: Cathy Campbell, Dave Berman, Alan Rosenthal and Walter Zagorski. Masks are required for dancing. Please bring your dancing shoes, water bottle, and come and enjoy an evening of English Country Dancing.
Ann Arbor Tuesday English Country Dance
Concourse Hall 4531 Concourse Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, United StatesWe dance to live music from our wonderful local musicians. All dances taught and prompted. Wear comfortable clothes and bring flat, non-slippy shoes to change into. Pay what you can; $8 donation helps cover the hall, band, and callers. Masks are welcome at the dance.
Williamsburg (VA) Tuesday Night English Dance
Newport House Bed & Breakfast 710 South Henry Street, Williamsburg, VA, United StatesCome join us for English Country Dancing on Tuesdays from 8-10 pm in Williamsburg, VA. All are welcome! No partner, previous dance experience, or registration is required. We start with easier dances and work up to more complicated material, so if it’s your first time attending, we recommend arriving by 8 pm. Come dance with us!
Asheville Wednesday Evening English Country Dance
Harvest House Community Center 205 Kenilworth Rd., Asheville, NC, United StatesEnglish Country Dance. All levels welcome, newcomers through advanced dancers. Skills session at 6:40 pm. Occasional live music. Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes and a sunny disposition. All dances taught using mostly positional language.
Richmond VA Wednesday English Country Dance
Belmont Recreation Center 1600 Hilliard Road, Henrico, VA, United StatesPlease join for our weekly English Country Dancing Wednesday night social. New dancers are asked to please come at the start of the session. All dances are taught, walked through, and called. No experience or partner required, just a pair of comfortable shoes. The first night is free; after that $2 per evening. Our doors […]
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