Old Farmer's Ball Contra Dance
Lively contra lines and reels in a college gym, guided by a caller and rooted in folk social dance traditions. A weekly community night built for joyful partnering, spinning, and newcomer friendly participation.
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Lively contra dance night with traditional folk social dancing and a welcoming community vibe in a college gym setting. Expect long lines, swingy partner figures, and a joy-forward atmosphere rooted in regional music and dance traditions.
Lively contra dance night with traditional folk social dancing and a welcoming community vibe in a college gym setting. Expect long lines, swingy partner figures, and a joy-forward atmosphere rooted in regional music and dance traditions.
Lively contra dance night with traditional folk social dancing and a welcoming community vibe in a college gym setting. Expect long lines, swingy partner figures, and a joy-forward atmosphere rooted in regional music and dance traditions.
Regency-era English country dances straight out of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step-by-step and called by experienced dance leaders. Expect lively partner figures, friendly community vibes, and a low-pressure entry point for newcomers.
Regency-era English country dances straight out of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step-by-step and called by experienced dance leaders. Expect lively partner figures, friendly community vibes, and a low-pressure entry point for newcomers.
Regency-era English country dances straight out of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step-by-step and called by experienced dance leaders. Expect lively partner figures, friendly community vibes, and a low-pressure entry point for newcomers.
Lively contra dance with caller-led figures and swinging lines set to upbeat folk rhythms in a sober, safety-minded space. Welcoming community vibe with partner changes and easy-to-follow instruction for newcomers.
Lively contra dance with caller-led figures and swinging lines set to upbeat folk rhythms in a sober, safety-minded space. Welcoming community vibe with partner changes and easy-to-follow instruction for newcomers.
Lively contra dance with caller-led figures and swinging lines set to upbeat folk rhythms in a sober, safety-minded space. Welcoming community vibe with partner changes and easy-to-follow instruction for newcomers.
Fiddle and guitar drive an old-time contra dance, with Barbara Groh calling dances from 8 to 11 p.m. A free beginner lesson beforehand welcomes newcomers to the community floor.
Fiddle and guitar drive an old-time contra dance, with Barbara Groh calling dances from 8 to 11 p.m. A free beginner lesson beforehand welcomes newcomers to the community floor.
Fiddle and guitar drive an old-time contra dance, with Barbara Groh calling dances from 8 to 11 p.m. A free beginner lesson beforehand welcomes newcomers to the community floor.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice to lock in the steps. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available in a casual bar setting.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice to lock in the steps. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available in a casual bar setting.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice to lock in the steps. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available in a casual bar setting.
Lively contra dance night in Pine Hall, just yards from the Appalachian Trail in Hot Springs, NC. A recurring third-Friday community gathering centered on traditional partner figures and social dancing.
Lively contra dance night in Pine Hall, just yards from the Appalachian Trail in Hot Springs, NC. A recurring third-Friday community gathering centered on traditional partner figures and social dancing.
Lively contra dance night in Pine Hall, just yards from the Appalachian Trail in Hot Springs, NC. A recurring third-Friday community gathering centered on traditional partner figures and social dancing.
Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a friendly, inclusive bar setting. Beginner friendly instruction and social dancing with no boots, partner, or prior experience required.
Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a friendly, inclusive bar setting. Beginner friendly instruction and social dancing with no boots, partner, or prior experience required.
Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a friendly, inclusive bar setting. Beginner friendly instruction and social dancing with no boots, partner, or prior experience required.
Social waltz night with a welcoming floor for beginners through experienced dancers, backed by live musicians. Informal instruction helps newcomers get comfortable with basic steps before dancing together in a community-center setting.
Social waltz night with a welcoming floor for beginners through experienced dancers, backed by live musicians. Informal instruction helps newcomers get comfortable with basic steps before dancing together in a community-center setting.
Social waltz night with a welcoming floor for beginners through experienced dancers, backed by live musicians. Informal instruction helps newcomers get comfortable with basic steps before dancing together in a community-center setting.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub in a participatory jam atmosphere. Expect fiddles, banjos, and guitars swapping traditional melodies late into the evening.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub in a participatory jam atmosphere. Expect fiddles, banjos, and guitars swapping traditional melodies late into the evening.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy downtown pub in a participatory jam atmosphere. Expect fiddles, banjos, and guitars swapping traditional melodies late into the evening.
Boot-stomping country rhythms set the pace for a short line-dancing lesson followed by open dancing and two-stepping. All ages and skill levels are welcome for an easygoing evening on the dance floor.
Boot-stomping country rhythms set the pace for a short line-dancing lesson followed by open dancing and two-stepping. All ages and skill levels are welcome for an easygoing evening on the dance floor.
Boot-stomping country rhythms set the pace for a short line-dancing lesson followed by open dancing and two-stepping. All ages and skill levels are welcome for an easygoing evening on the dance floor.
Informal weekly jam sessions bring musicians and listeners together to share traditional tunes, play collaboratively, and enjoy a welcoming community music gathering.
Informal weekly jam sessions bring musicians and listeners together to share traditional tunes, play collaboratively, and enjoy a welcoming community music gathering.
Informal weekly jam sessions bring musicians and listeners together to share traditional tunes, play collaboratively, and enjoy a welcoming community music gathering.
Drop-in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly lesson followed by two hours of social dancing in a community center setting. October spotlights tango, with room for beginners and experienced dancers alike.
Drop-in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly lesson followed by two hours of social dancing in a community center setting. October spotlights tango, with room for beginners and experienced dancers alike.
Drop-in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly lesson followed by two hours of social dancing in a community center setting. October spotlights tango, with room for beginners and experienced dancers alike.
Unplugged bluegrass tunes fill a welcoming taproom as musicians bring instruments and join a participatory jam; players of every skill level can share traditional acoustic music, moving to the patio in fair weather.
Unplugged bluegrass tunes fill a welcoming taproom as musicians bring instruments and join a participatory jam; players of every skill level can share traditional acoustic music, moving to the patio in fair weather.
Unplugged bluegrass tunes fill a welcoming taproom as musicians bring instruments and join a participatory jam; players of every skill level can share traditional acoustic music, moving to the patio in fair weather.
A women’s circle gathers for ritual movement, celebrating shared spirit and warmth through communal dance. Expect an intimate, heart-centered evening rooted in connection, ceremony, and collective expression.
A women’s circle gathers for ritual movement, celebrating shared spirit and warmth through communal dance. Expect an intimate, heart-centered evening rooted in connection, ceremony, and collective expression.
A women’s circle gathers for ritual movement, celebrating shared spirit and warmth through communal dance. Expect an intimate, heart-centered evening rooted in connection, ceremony, and collective expression.
A late-night Latin dance party with salsa and bachata vibes inside a cozy brewery taproom. Expect a social floor, upbeat rhythms, and a nightlife crowd fueling the energy midweek.
A late-night Latin dance party with salsa and bachata vibes inside a cozy brewery taproom. Expect a social floor, upbeat rhythms, and a nightlife crowd fueling the energy midweek.
A late-night Latin dance party with salsa and bachata vibes inside a cozy brewery taproom. Expect a social floor, upbeat rhythms, and a nightlife crowd fueling the energy midweek.
A midweek Latin dance night brings rhythmic music and social dancing to a relaxed brewery taproom, creating a lively setting to move, mingle, and unwind.
A midweek Latin dance night brings rhythmic music and social dancing to a relaxed brewery taproom, creating a lively setting to move, mingle, and unwind.
A midweek Latin dance night brings rhythmic music and social dancing to a relaxed brewery taproom, creating a lively setting to move, mingle, and unwind.
Learn beginner country line dance steps during the first hour, then keep moving with social dancing in a casual neighborhood hideaway. Welcoming for newcomers ready to try country dance.
Learn beginner country line dance steps during the first hour, then keep moving with social dancing in a casual neighborhood hideaway. Welcoming for newcomers ready to try country dance.
Learn beginner country line dance steps during the first hour, then keep moving with social dancing in a casual neighborhood hideaway. Welcoming for newcomers ready to try country dance.
An informal old time jam centered on Appalachian fiddle tunes, banjo, and guitar in a brewery taproom setting. Bring an instrument or listen in with a pint for a laid-back, community-driven acoustic session.
An informal old time jam centered on Appalachian fiddle tunes, banjo, and guitar in a brewery taproom setting. Bring an instrument or listen in with a pint for a laid-back, community-driven acoustic session.
An informal old time jam centered on Appalachian fiddle tunes, banjo, and guitar in a brewery taproom setting. Bring an instrument or listen in with a pint for a laid-back, community-driven acoustic session.
Traditional old-time mountain and folk music brings an earthy Appalachian sound to an evening pub gathering, with a relaxed jam atmosphere for musicians and listeners alike.
Traditional old-time mountain and folk music brings an earthy Appalachian sound to an evening pub gathering, with a relaxed jam atmosphere for musicians and listeners alike.
Traditional old-time mountain and folk music brings an earthy Appalachian sound to an evening pub gathering, with a relaxed jam atmosphere for musicians and listeners alike.
Moderate-paced old-time jam with rotating leaders calling traditional tunes for players to learn and play along. Expect an acoustic circle of fiddles, banjos, and guitars in a casual bar setting on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays.
Moderate-paced old-time jam with rotating leaders calling traditional tunes for players to learn and play along. Expect an acoustic circle of fiddles, banjos, and guitars in a casual bar setting on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays.
Moderate-paced old-time jam with rotating leaders calling traditional tunes for players to learn and play along. Expect an acoustic circle of fiddles, banjos, and guitars in a casual bar setting on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays.