This page tries to keep track of all contra dances, traditional square dances (but not Modern Western Square Dances), traditional waltz sessions and Scandinavian dances in California including dance camps and weekends along with other events in California which include contra dancing and these other forms. Because most of the information is gathered from web sites and the listings are not updated as frequently as the web sites, dancers should visit the web sites for up-to-date information. If you are aware of any dances, dance series or other events that should be included on this list, please e-mail me.
Schedule note:
As of January 1, 2021, the dance listings should be fairly up to date including whether dances are canceled although I am behind in keeping up to date with festivals, weekends, etc.. At this point, my assumption is that all dances and events are canceled unless they are virtual/on-line. Since we've entered the 2020-2021 "season" for many series and they never posted dates, information about evening/afternoon dances is getting "thin". Also note that some dance weekends, etc. are already postponing events from winter/spring of 2021 to similar dates in 2022.
Conversations and cancelations are happening every day in connection with dances as part of regular series and also weekends, festivals, etc. I'll try to keep current as much as possible, but please check the individual web sites, Facebook groups/pages, e-mail lists, etc. for the most up-to-date information about a dance or other event that you may want to attend.
Agoura Hills - Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival: The annual one-day Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival is held in mid-May at the Paramount Ranch near Agoura Hills, California in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation area. http://www.topangabanjofiddle.org/.
Albany: Chuck Ward's Lifetime Contribution Award celebration at the Albany Veteran's Memorial Building, 1325 Portland Avenue (off Key Route Boulevard) from 2:00 - 6:00 pm, we'll have an afternoon of music, song, and dance, with tributes to Chuck, and tales of his musical pranks and escapades. Admission to this celebration is free. Potluck cold buffet (pre-sliced dishes especially available. See site for more details and volunteer opportunities. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Alameda: The Traditional Dances of the Golden State (TDOGS) are sponsoring a dance at Alameda Eagles Hall, 2305 Alameda Ave., Alameda.Admission: $10 ($12*) Students $5 ($6*) Kids & Teens under 20 years old Free; 20 - 25 years old $5 ($6*) (or pay what you can)* = Special Dance Price. Regular Contra from 4:00pm-7:00pm with a 3:30pm Lesson/Intro. Web site: http://haywardcontradance.org/.
Altadena - New L.A. Folk Festival: One day, mostly music, festival held in early August with, possibly, one dance. Doors open at 1pm / Music from 2pm - midnight. Location: Zorthian Ranch, 3990 Fair Oaks Avenue, Altadena, CA 91001 Ranch contact: (626) 797-3359 Web site: http://lafolkfest.com.
Amador City - Squares: Square dances, contra dances, fun meet-your-neighbor swing-your-partner get-a-little-wild dances! Everyone welcome, come to listen, come to dance, no experience necessary, bring your friends! Dance starts at 6pm. Web site: http://amadordances.com/calendars/old-soles-august-24th/.
Anaheim: The Living Tradition hosts contra dances (plus potluck and music jam) are held on the 4th Saturday of most months at the Anaheim Downtown Community Center, 250 E. Center Street with special dances at other locations and times. For additional information, contact Jocelyn at Jocelyn@vilter.us Unless otherwise noted, the activities follow this schedule: 5:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Folk Music Jam (bring your instruments and join in – It’s Free); 6:30 p.m. finger-food potluck; 7:10 p.m. Contra Dance Instruction (free); 7:30-10:30 p.m. Contra Dance (9 p.m. intermission); 10:30 p.m. Final Waltz. $10 per person, $8 for The Living Tradition members, Anaheim residents, seniors, and full-time students, Children under 18 FREE with paid adult. We now request a $2 donation per person attending the jam. Discount for volunteers. Web site:http://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html.
Anaheim - Canyon Hills: Introductory dance at the Canyon Hills Branch Library, 400 Scout Trail, Anaheim, 92807 starting at 2pm. Free admission. Web site: http://library.anaheim.net.
Anaheim - Unitarian Church: Special Contra Dance & Folk Dance. Contra dance from 8:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Folk dance from 9:45 p.m.-10:30 p.m. at the Anaheim Unitarian Church, 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, 92805. Contact: Lu (714) 828-2581 or Nancy (562) 941-0069. Web site: http://www.veseloselofolkdancers.org/.
Anaheim - Scandinavian - Classes: For ages 16 and older. Fees: Registration Fee $40.00. Learn the traditional dances of Nordic countries - Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. These are couple dances including basic Waltz, Polka, Schottis, and Mazurka. The course starts with the basics and progresses to more advanced material. No partner required. Web site: https://ezrecconnect.anaheim.net/EZRecConnect/Start/Start.asp.
Aptos - BACDS Spring Weekend: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors the annual Monte Toyon Spring Weekend Dance Camp the weekend of the 3rd Sunday in March. It is a mixed dance camp, offering a full track of American (contra), as well as English country and a sampling of something else each year. Pre-registration is required. Web site: http://bacds.org/sw.
Aptos - SFBQCD Spring Weekend: The San Francisco Bay Queer Contra Dance is hosting its dance camp where you'll be housed and fed and offered a weekend of gender-role-free dancing. "Gender-role-free" means you dance whichever role you want with whomever you want. Beginners are welcome, and if you don't know what contra dance is, it's an exuberant, friendly, easy-to-learn American barn dance with roots in English folk dancing. (Imagine a Jane Austen hoedown!) While many of our dancers are lesbian, gay, bisexual, and trans, we cheerfully welcome our straight friends, families, and supporters. Take a weekend away from the hustle-bustle and just dance, relax, make friends, and enjoy the lovely California redwoods! Pre-register in advance. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/DanceCamp/wcamp.html.
Arcata: The Humboldt Folklife Society sponsors old time barn dances featuring contras, squares, circles and more! The Barn Dances start at 8 pm, at the Arcata Veteran's Memorial Center on 14th and J. Admission: For Youth (13 years and up), Adults and $7, HFS members, senior and college Students, $6, Kids (12 years and under) are free. We are needing volunteers to help during and following the dances (for both of these dances, and the ones that we will have in the future). Volunteers get free admission to the dance they volunteer for. If you're interested or need more information, please call Tara Stetz at 845-1651. Web site: http://www.humboldtfolklife.org.
Arcata - Humboldt Folklife Festival: The Festival is held annually in mid-July. Web site: http://www.humboldtfolklife.org.
Arcata - Mike Wilson Fundraiser: Special night of music and dance: 7:00-8:00 p.m.: Lila Nelson; 8:00-11:00 p.m.: Barn dance; 11:00-Midnight: Lila Nelson. Arcata Veterans' Memorial Building, 14th & J Streets. General admission is a sliding scale of $10 - $20; Students $7; Kids (12 years and under) are free. This dance will be high energy, lots of fun, and filled with many dances that you know - just like the regular barn dances. As usual, all dances will be taught, no experience necessary and no need to bring your own partner, there's plenty of people to dance with. Admission prices are slightly different since this is not a Humboldt Folklife Dance. This dance will be a benefit for Mike Wilson, Humboldt Bay Harbor Recreation and Conservation District Commissioner - www.votemikewilson.com. Mike is seeking reelection and thought that a square dance is a super fun way for the community to meet with him. In addition to the square dance will be music by Lila Nelson from 7pm-8pm and from 11pm - Midnight. There will be raffles and probably a guest band during the break around 9:30. Beer and snacks will be offered. If you have questions about trails and development around Humboldt Bay, be sure to talk to Mike Wilson during the evening. If all you want to do is dance, you won't be disappointed! Volunteers are needed to help with the dance. Admission to the dance is free for volunteers. If you're interested, please call the Humboldt Folklife Society at 822-5394 or e-mail folk@humboldtfolklife.org and leave a message for Tara Stetz with your contact information. Web site: http://www.humboldtfolklife.org.
Arcata - Callers' Workshop: Arcata United Methodist Church from 7-9 pm. Web site: http://www.humboldtfolklife.org/.
Aromas: Contra Dances at Aromas Community Grange 361, Rose Avenue and Bardue Street, generally on the 2nd Saturday of the month. Start time is 7pm and first timers are welcome. For more information call (831) 726-7253 or email: gregmck@earthlink.net. Along with the following web site, some information is available at the Monterey Contra Dance site. Web site: http://www.aromasgrange.org.
Aromas - Bob Fitch's 70th Birthday Party: Freebie dance and potluck, BYOB (wine/beer OK). BE PREPARED FOR A GOOD TIME, SUMPTUOUS FOOD & BEVERAGE, & DANCING!! From 4:00pm-9:30pm,. Aromas Grange, Rose Avenue and Bardue Street. 4:00pm beginners & first timers introduction to Contra. 4:30pm Contra Dance. 6:00 potluck dinner. 7:30 rock, jazz, blues, waltzes, ballroom. No gifts, just bring good energy and your favorite potluck dish. Logistics and limited space require an RSVP: e-mail: bob@bobfitchphoto.com or phone (831/722-3311) with the following info: name, contact phone, number of people, planned potluck dish. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/drupal/node/2.
Aromas - Monterey Country Dance Community: Dance sponsored by the Monterey Country Dance Community at the Aromas Grange, 400 Rose Avenue in Aromas, CA. Schedule: 6:40pm Beginners' orientation; 7pm-10pm Contra Dancing; 8:30pm Break with healthy potluck snacks. Prices: $12 general/$10 members (MCDC or sister orgs) / $5 student or full-time military with ID. Web site: http://montereycontradance.org/index.html.
Atherton - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Benefit: Dance from 3pm to 6pm at the Sacred Heart Preparatory School, 150 Valparaiso Ave., Atherton (in the cafeteria in the Homer Science Bldg, near the Main Bldg in the center of campus) with square dances, contras, circle dances, and a waltz, all with live & lively music (by Jacob & Gretta Stone & William Allen & Friends); refreshments provided. The dance is for everyone! Bring the whole family and is held to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. All proceeds will be donated to LLS. Suggested donation is $10/person, $25/family -- more if you can, less if you can't (no one will be turned away!) For more information, contact me or Alan, 556-1951 or rsimplach at gmail dot com. Web site: None.
Atherton - Woodshed: The woodshed series is an opportunity for callers (or would-be callers) and musicians (or would-be musicians) to try out new (or new-to-them) material. Callers present dances - typically English or contra - and ask the dancers for feedback on particular or general points. When it's not their turn to call, they also dance. In addition to some experienced dance musicians, the band is open (best for players who can sight-read or learn by ear quickly and play up to dance tempo). Dancers get in free while the callers for that evening divide the $25 rental expense. This is a working session, and dance geeks enjoy it very much. There's a high proportion of discussion, trying things different ways, etc, so if you just wanna dance, you may find the woodshed series frustrating. at present, there is one series, in the Carriage House at Holbrook-Palmer park in Atherton, on the second Tuesday of each month, from 8:00 - 10:00 pm. Carriage House at Holbrook-Palmer Park, 150 Watkins Avenue. Dancers and musicians get in free. Callers pay a share of the $25 rent. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Auburn - California Coast Music Camp, Week 1: Mostly music (and a wide variety of genres) week with one dance (may or may not includes contras and squares) in July. Web site: http://www.musiccamp.org/index.html.
Auburn - California Coast Music Camp, Week 2: Mostly music (and a wide variety of genres) week with one dance (may or may not includes contras and squares) in July. Web site: http://www.musiccamp.org/index.html.
Bellflower - Waltz/Hambo Workshop: Location: Woman's Club of Bellflower, 9402 Oak St., Bellflower, CA 90706 (SE Corner of Oak St. and Clark Ave.) - Plenty of free parking in adjacent lot. Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm. Do you ever stand and watch the dancers at the break and wish that you knew how to do the Hambo? Do you ever shuffle uncomfortably through the Waltz? Now is your opportunity to experience the joy of these two wonderful dances! Both are taught by master Scandinavian dance teachers. Waltz - Learn basic Waltz and some figures. Learn lead and follow techniques. Excellent for beginners as well as for those who already have the basics and would like to become more proficient. Experienced Waltzers are encouraged to participate. Hambo - Learn basic pattern with intensive work on the men's and women's steps. Experienced Hambo dancers are encouraged to participate. A challenging and exciting dance from Sweden! Smooth soled shoes are highly recommended! Contact: Ted Martin (714) 893-8888 or TedMart@juno.com or John Chittum and Dori Lehner (818) 709-6994 or forthemoment@socal.rr.com - Web site: http://www.dancin-fool.com/scandia.html.
Bellflower - Contra/International: Mix of international dances and contras at the Bellflower Woman's Club, 9402 East Oak St., Bellflower, CA, 90760 (corner Clark Ave. and Oak St.) - Please bring finger food or non-alcoholic drink to share! Suggested donation, $5. Web site: http://narodni.org.
Belmont - Peninsula Family Dance: Dance from 3:00-4:30pm at Good Shepherd Parish Hall 1300 5th Ave, Belmont CA 94002. Cost: Family $15, Adult $8, Child $5, BACDS $5, Babies Free! Co-sponsored by BACDS.org and donations. All dances are taught then called while you dance to live music by a really fabulous family band from Idaho. We will walk, skip, stomp and clap in circles, lines, squares and scattered around the room. We might sing, play a game, and have the band play fun tunes during a break. What ages can dance? All ages are welcome! Babies and toddlers should be worn in a backpack or front carrier. Younger or shy children may like to dance as "one" with an adult or older sibling to assist. Typically we have families with kids under 12. The dances are easy for anyone who can walk and hold hands. Adults and teen siblings are wonderful to model and help younger ones learn the dances. Web site: https://www.bacds.org.
Benicia: Contra dance at the Community Congregation Church of Benicia 1305 West 2nd St, Benicia, CA 94510 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm (doors open at 6:00pm). Cost: The door fee is $12. Students are $6. All are welcome and the fee will be waived if need be. Web site: http://www.cccucc.org/.
Berkeley - BACDS: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors dances at the Christ Church Berkeley, formerly known as Grace North Church, 2138 Cedar St. (near Oxford) on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays of the month, many times with an Open Band. Time: 8 p.m. Price: Supporter: $15; Regular: $10 on Friday/Saturday/Sunday, $9 on weeknights; Member Discount: $2 from regular prices; Student/Low-income: $5 or pay what you can. Please wear clean shoes with non-marking soles. Information for newcomers. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/berkeley_wed/.
Berkeley - SFBAQCD: The San Francisco Bay Area Queer Contra Dance hosts dances at Askhenaz at 1317 San Pablo Avenue on occasional dates. Admission is $10.00 (or pay what you can). Beginners always welcome! Contra basics are taught at the beginning of the dance. For more information or to be added to our e-mail list, contact Robert: 510.430.2833 or sfcontra [at] hotmail [dot] com. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/.
Berkeley - Old Time Music Convention is held each year in September and features concerts, square dances, workshops and panels at a variety of locations. Web site: http://www.berkeleyoldtimemusic.org/.
Berkeley - Old Time Music Convention - Spring Square Dance is held each year in the spring at Ashkenaz. Web site: http://www.berkeleyoldtimemusic.org/.
Berkeley - Waltz - Vintage Invasion: Vintage Invasion where the old dances invade a new generation. Parties held in Berkeley, the 4th Friday of the month. 7:00pm-8:00pm = Lesson in Vintage Waltz -- no partner or experience needed. 8:00pm to 11:00pm = Dance to Persephone and guest DJs playing lots of waltzes and a little bit of all the other partner dances. We take requests. Only $10, $6 for students with ID for the entire evening. Held at The Finnish Brotherhood Hall, 1970 Chestnut St @ University. Web site: http://www.vintagewaltz.com/Invasion.html.
Berkeley - Waltz - New Year's Eve: Always fun - a great way to bring in the new year. Dancing from 9pm to 12:30 am. Introductory Waltz Class from 7pm to 8:30 pm. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Location: Julia Morgan Berkeley City Club. We will have a mix of waltzes, polkas, Congress of Vienna, mixers, a couple of set dances, some latin and swing. A New Year's Eve countdown, singalong, and post New Year's Eve dance until 12:30 am. No partner necessary for the Ball. A tradition at our New Year's Eve Waltz ball is that many people arrive as singles and dance with others. Formal, elegant, evening wear is very much appreciated at the Ball, but not necessary. Introductory rotary waltz class from 7pm to 8:30 pm. No partner necessary. We rotate rapidly in class. Advance Tickets: More information: Scott 650.326.6265 or ScottFNW@pway.com - Tickets available at the door. $25 at the door for general. We encourage purchasing tickets in advance as we usually sell out at 250 attendance. $15 for students under 25 with ID in advance or at the door. Web site: http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/.
Berkeley - Waltz - East Bay: East Bay Waltz is a social dance night that happens every 2nd and 4th Saturday at the Finnish Hall in Berkeley, 1970 Chestnut Street in June, 2010). We play Waltz and related dances, Tango, Blues, and Swing with Lessons every week in one of the basic dances. Lessons run from 7-9pm. Beginner lessons are always available as well as an Intermediate class for more advanced dancers. $12 for both the classes and the dance, $8 for the dance (students pay $8 for the entire evening). Please bring non-marking shoes to dance in. Attire is casual, and water will be provided. Web site: http://www.eastbaywaltz.com/.
Berkeley - Ashkenaz - Squares: Dance at the Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California 94702 starting at 8pm. $13, all ages! Doors are at 7:30, music at 8. All dances will be taught, no need to bring a partner, beginners encouraged. Web site: http://www.ashkenaz.com/.
Berkeley - Old-Time Music Convention - Spring Situation: Event including square dances in Oakland or Berkeley. Web site: http://www.berkeleyoldtimemusic.org/.
Berkeley - Community Parks Day Harvest Festival: Event at the San Pablo Park Community Center, 2800 Park Street, 8:00am-12:00pm Volunteer work; 12:00pm-12:30pm Recognition and Lunch; 12:30pm-3:00pm Harvest Festival including a family dance from 1pm to 3pm. Come celebrate the Fall season and your City parks and trees at this exciting harvest festival at San Pablo Park. Staff will be on hand to provide games and activities for kids, a tree climbing demonstration with a City Forester, a barbeque, as well as a tree planting project for volunteers. http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us.
Berkeley - Freight and Salvage: Beginner's Contra Dance with live music. $10.00 advance or drop in. 1:00-3:00 pm. Learn the most common figures, etiquette, and form common to Contra Dance, and you'll be prepared to dance at any local community dance. Contra dance is New England style folk dance, similar to Square Dance, but done in longways sets. Wear comfortable clothes (you'll break a sweat) and comfy shoes (leave the stilettos at home!) Is this for you? If you can walk and tolerate aerobic exercise, you can do this - no previous dance experience necessary! Appropriate for adults, teens and kids who are able to dance independently with people they don't know (not suitable for small children.) Experienced dancers are welcome, but this is a beginners dance, so your expertise and patience will be greatly appreciated! Location: Freight and Salvage Coffeehouse, 2020 Addison Street / Berkeley, CA 94704. Web site: http://www.freightandsalvage.org.
Berkeley - Squares - Berkeley Bluegrass Festival: A square is part of these three days and nights of concerts, jams, free workshops, student performances, and an all around good time. Location: Freight and Salvage Coffeehouse, 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94704. Web site: http://freightandsalvage.org.
Berkeley - Contra and Square Dance Band Workshop: Class on Playing for Dances, specifically Contras and Squares. All instruments are welcome! In the class we’ll discuss and learn: Repertoire—fiddle tunes appropriate for the style, To medley or not, the differences between playing for Contras and Squares, standard and not-so-standard musical ideas, and More! Traditionally, American contra dance, along with its British antecedent, English Country Dance, and American Square dance has used fiddle based music. We can explore the range of this style of music as well as modern adaptations. The class is on Mondays, from 7:00 to 8:15. Cost: $140, or $130 if you register by September 4. ekRegister at the Freight or Online: Web site: http://www.freightandsalvage.org/contra-square-dance-band-erik-hoffman.
Berkeley - American Ceilidh: Event from 2 PM - 5:30 PM PDT at the Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar St, Berkeley, California 94709. It's a chance for everyone to jump into all of the dance traditions that have come together in our little corner of America. So join us for contra, English country dance, Irish ceili, waltz, polkas, and so much more. $10 admission. Remember to bring your water bottle! Please consider bringing food or drink to share as well. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks welcome. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/165453997508027/.
Berkeley - Freight and Salvage - Fiddle Class: Fiddle Tunes with a Touch (or handful) of Theory on Mondays, 7:00-8:15 p.m., beginning January 7. $130 advance / $140 after January 1 and Beginning Fiddle II: Repertoire for Beginners - Mondays, 8:30-9:45 p.m., beginning January 7. $130 advance / $140 after January 1. at the Freight and Salvage, 2020 Addison Street / Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 644-2020. Web site: https://www.thefreight.org.
Berkeley - Musicians' Workshop: Musicians' Workshop with doors opening at 6:30pm. Workshop from 7:00-9:00pm. Where: The Gorrin's House in Berkeley. Space is limited, so please RSVP at audreylk24@gmail.com and we'll send you the address. Cost: Suggested donation of $20. Feel free to bring a snack to share! Web site: https://www.bacds.org/.
Berkeley - Squares - Family: Dance at Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, California 94702 from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. All Ages. No Experience Needed. Fun for Everyone! $5 kids / $10 adult. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/family-square-dance/519981155392207/.
Berkeley - Squares - Community: Dance from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Bancroft Studio (2401 Bancroft). Sponsor: Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies. This Square Dance workshop features live, old-time string band music and easy instruction before and throughout each dance. A new generation continues to enjoy how this very American social dance brings people together. Far from the trauma imposed in elementary school, or the structure of square dance clubs, this dance form in its organic state—a mix of white, black, and brown influences from the American south—is rowdy, accessible, and fun. Shift your stereotypes about southern culture, and get a taste of dancing in community. Web site: https://events.berkeley.edu.
Blue Lake - Squares - Harvest Days: A square dance on Friday night is one of the activities (Local Artist Booths, Food Trucks, Bird Walks, Blue Chair Press, Open Studios, Ghost Tours, Interactive Mural, Michele McCall Wallace Exhibit) during this weekend event. Web site: http://www.dellarte.com/performances/events/blue-lake-harvest-days.
Blue Lake - Hoedown Barn Dance and Pie Contest: Join the Blue Lake Chamber of Commerce at the First Annual Blue Lake Hoedown Barn Dance and Pie Contest at Prasch Hall, 312 Railroad Ave in Blue Lake, from 7 - 10 PM. Doors open at 6:30. Forms for the Pie Contest can be picked up at Blue Lake City Hall. This event is $5 for Humboldt Folklife Members, Students, and Seniors, $10 for General Admission and Children under 12 are free! As always, no experience or partner needed. This event is co-hosted by the Blue Lake Saddle Club, Mad River Grange, and Humboldt Folklife Society. Web site: https://www.humboldtfolklife.org.
Bolinas - Squares: Dance at the Bolinas CommUnity Center, 14 Wharf Rd, Bolinas, California 94924 from 6:30pm to 10:00pm including a family dance from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Suggested donation of $5-$10. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/140550900034878.
Boonville - Golden Old Time Camp Out: Three-day music festival with a square dance on Saturday night. Held at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds in Boonville on Hwy 128 in late August. Web site: http://www.cbaontheweb.org/cba_news.asp?newsid=3835.
Boulder Creek - Camp Harmony: The San Francisco Folk Music Club sponsors the annual Camp Harmony is a "home-mde" camp with volunteers who lead a workshop, begin a new instrument, join in a jam or sing along. Hike through the woods for meals. Eat some of the dinner you helped prepare. Make new friends over cider in the Reg Room. Make a box, paint a picture, read a book, and do it all surrounded by folks making music and having fun. It is held in late December and early January. http://www.sffmc.org/.
Boulder Creek - Valley of the Moon Scottish Fiddling School: The Valley of the Moon Scottish Fiddling School is a place where fiddlers of all ages and levels of musical experience choose from daily workshops on Scottish and related fiddle styles. Additional classes are offered in dancing and singing, as well as piano, guitar, cello and percussion accompaniment for fiddle tunes. Pre-registration required. http://www.valleyofthemoon.org/.
Boyes Springs - Barn Dance: The 'Third Saturday' dance -- Beginners a speciality -- at the Grange Hall, 18627 Sonoma Highway, Boyes Springs, CA from 8pm to 11pm. Under 26 free, all others $5-$7. More information from Lauren at 707-939-9999 or lauren.sonoma@gmail.com - While not a NBCDS dance - Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Brentwood - 1st Saturdays: Dances at Brentwood Youth House, 731 South Bundy Drive on the 1st Saturday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Features: live bands, experienced callers, and healthy and delicious half-time snacks. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission is $12, full-time students with ID $7, under age 18 free. CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 7:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Brentwood - 2nd Saturday: 2nd Saturday Contra Dance at the Brentwood Youth House 731 S. Bundy Drive, Brentwood, CA from 8:00PM-11:00PM with 7:30PM Instruction. Admission: $12, full-time students with ID $8. CDSS members $1 off. Contact: Steve Shapiro at 818-785-3839 stevecontradance@gmail.com - Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Calistoga: The Calistoga Department of Recreation and Community Services sponsors contra dancing on the 1st Saturday of each month at 7:00pm (lesson), 7:30pm-10:30pm (dance) in the Tucker Farm Center at 1201 Tucker Road. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org/index.html.
Canyon: We are on our normal schedule of dancing from 8pm until 11pm. Doors will open at 7pm. A brief beginner teach will be at 7:45 and contras start at 8, with two intermissions, at 9 and 10. There will be refreshments and dessert then, and a door prize drawing will be held at 10. Suggested donation $7 adult, child free with adult/parent. Student $5 or pay as you can. Half admission fee goes to the school, half to the performers. The dances are held at the Canyon Elementary School at 187 Pinehurst Roard. Call Ed at (510) 525-3030 or Tom at (925) 376-9626 for information or email rtnews1(deletethis) atsign ix.netcom.com to subscribe to email newsletter. Web site: http://www.canyoncontras.com.
Capitola: The Santa Cruz dance sponsors dances at Mid County Senior Center, 829 Bay Ave, Capitola. Everyone is welcome! Partners and dancing experience are not necessary. Wear comfortable, non-marking shoes to protect your feet and our floors - a seperate pair of dance shoes works best. You'll be more comfortable in loose-fitting light-weight clothing. Each of the dozen or so dance forms during the evening are taught and prompted, except for the waltz and hambo. Beginners' lesson at 6:40pm, dance from 7pm to 10pm. Regular dance admission is $10, $9 Members and $6 for full-time students with ID. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/.
Capitola - Waltz: Lesson and open session on second Sundays from 3pm to 6pm at the Mid County Senior Center, 829 Bay Avenue, Capitola. $10 entrance - all ages welcome. Lesson at 3pm. Open floor from 4pm to 6pm. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/SecondSundayWaltz/.
Caspar: Dances on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 7pm to 9pm at the Caspar Community Center, 15051 Caspar Road, Caspar, California 95420. Web site: http://casparcommons.org.
Catalina Island - Catalina Dance Weekend: Dance weekend in the middle of November at Fox Landing on Catalina Island. Register in advance. Web site: https://www.catalinadanceweekend.com/.
Chester - Plumas Arts: Chester Elementary School, 158 Aspen Street, Chester, CA, 96020 will be the location for the Family Barn Dance brought to the Lake Almanor Basin by Plumas Arts. Doors will open at 6:30pm. The dance begins at 7pm and is scheduled to end at 9pm. The Chester Elementary PTA will provide refreshments. Proceeds will help to fund their school programs and projects. General admission is $7. Plumas Arts members pay a discounted $5. Since this is an all ages event a $15 Family admission is also being offered. Advance sale tickets will available at: Good Vibrations, Books & Beyond and Plumas Bank in Chester. For additional information contact Jeff Bryant at 259-3757. Web site: http://plumasarts.org.
Chico: The Chico Country Dance Society has been sponsoring dances since 1985 and they are now held on 2nd Saturdays at the Chico Grange. The Grange Hall is located at 2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. Note: This road is not on Hwy 32! Second Saturday each month from September to May. Dance from 7:00 to 10:00 P.M. Also, 6:30 PM -- fingerfood potluck social before the Chico Contra Dance and dance orientation. Admission: $10. (See our Code of Conduct Agreement at the door.) For more info call Mark or Grace (530) 877-2930. or Joy at (530) 891-8789. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/ChicoContraDance.
Chico - Homegrown Music Festival: The Butte Folk Music Society presents an all-day Homegrown Music Festival featuring an array of musicians during the day and an evening dance with one of Chico's most popular bands at the historic Chico Grange (2775 Nord Ave. -- old Nord Hwy/not Hwy 32, Chico). Food and beverage vendors as well as arts and crafts vendors will also be present. There will be some activities geared for children. Tickets are low cost at $5, children 12 and under are FREE, making it a family-friendly event. Tickets available NOW at The Music Connection and Lyon Books. Web site: http://www.bfms.freeservers.com/features.htm.
Claremont - CONTRAversial: Dances are from 8pm-11pm on Thursdays or Fridays, approximately once a month during the academic year, at Balch Auditorium on the campus of Scripps College (1030N. Columbia Ave., Claremont, CA). Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend; we have lots of energy and enthusiasm! Hosted by CONTRAversial, the contra dance club of the Claremont Colleges. Free for 7C students/$5 suggested donation for community members. Web Site: http://contraversial.weebly.com.
Claremont - Pomona College Organic Farm Fall Festival: Celebrate FALL with the Pomona College Organic Farm at our biggest event of the semester. Come out in your most fine formal Farm attire for an afternoon of pie-eating, pumpkin carving, contra-dancing, face painting, dogs, lots o' food, live student music, and way more!! So much fun to be had in one afternoon. Location: Pomona College Organic Farm, 130 Amherst Ave, Claremont, California 91711. Web site: http://farm.pomona.edu/.
Clovis - Squares: The Valley Associated Square Dancers will hold a community square dance at 7:30pm at the Clovis Senior Center, 850 Fourth Street, Clovis, CA. Bring the whole family and learn to dance! Dress is casual. $8 per person. Web site: http://vasdcalifornia.org/.
Colfax: Dances are from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM (depending on crowd). The fee is $6.00. Dances are held at the Sierra Vista Community Center, 55 School St. The dances usually end at 10:30 pm, but that depends on the crowd. Dances are held at the old elementary school which is now Sierra Vista Community Center, 55 School Street, Information: Cathy Kiefer at 530-263-0687 or by e mail: cathleenkiefer@gmail.com. Web site: None.
Columbia: First of the Summer Evening Concert Series presented by the Friends of Columbia - Dance under the stars in the streets of Columbia Saturday evening 5:30 to 10 p.m., Tri-tip BBQ Dinner, Dessert Auction, Live Music featuring Julio and Kelly, Cactus Bob and Prairie Flower, Faux Renoir, and lots of musicians for the Contra Dancing, Bring your beach chairs and your toe tapping shoes. For more information call 209/588-9128. Web site: http://www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=552.
Concord - Rainbow Community Center: The Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa County is hosting a benefit contra dance . . . with the help of Queer Contra!. Dance from 7:30pm to 10:30pm. Location and admission to be announced. Beginners welcome. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/.
Cool: Contra Dancing, or Country Dancing, is an inexpensive, fun-filled, family-friendly evening of live music and dance in the golden foothills at the Bailey Barn, 4300 Hwy 49, Pilot Hill, Cool. Free lessons start at 6:30 pm and the dance is from 7 to 10 pm. Easy-to-learn Contra Dancing is a great way for the Divide community to come together - young and old - no experience necessary! Adults: $10, Children under 18: $8, Families: $30 (2 adults, 2+ kids). Beginners welcome - training provided at 6:30, dancing begins at 7 pm. No partner necessary. Tickets at the door. This is a GDRD Community Partner Event. Please contact Ann Fitch at annfitch1@yahoo.com with any questions. Web site: http://www.coolcontra.com/ or http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=111768135501360.
Cotati: Dance at Sonoma State University, Recreation Center, 1801 E Cotati Ave, Cotati. (NBCDS-assisted) Time: 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm. SPECIAL RATE: $3 Sonoma State University and Santa Rosa Junior College students with id; $5 everyone else. Please wear soft soled non scuffing shoes. Experienced dancers: please attend the beginners' lesson to help out the learning students. They need our help to have a fun evening and dance again. Directions: The contra dance is on the 2nd floor of the Recreation Center. It is best to park in lot F or J, directly next to the SSU main entrance. Parking fee is $2.50 for visitors, machines are available at the lot entrances, and exact change (quarters) is best. Driving directions to the above main entrance of Sonoma State University: http://www.sonoma.edu/university/directions.shtml. Downloadable campus map and Recreation Center (Recreation Center is just north of Lot J parking area): http://www.sonoma.edu/university/images/SSUcamp_6_09.pdf. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Crowley Lake: Junior Nordic Team Fundraiser barn dance at the Crowley Lake Community Center, 458 S. Landing Rd. from 6pm to 9pm. $5 in advance/$7 at the door. Web site: http://www.esnsa.org.
Culver City - Rueda/Contra: Rueda is like Cuban Contra Dance (simple called mixer dances, but with Latin Music); no experience necessary: 1:30pm to 3:30pm - 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm: Complete Beginners - If you feel you're in the groove, you can keep going from 2:30pm to 3:30pm. Location: Media Park (9070 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232). Free, but donations in the basket are appreciated. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/ruedainthepark.
Culver City - Scandinavian - Class: Featuring traditional dances from Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland, including lively mixers, polskas, hambo. $64 residents, $75 non-residents. Beginning and experienced dancers, singles. Wednesdays from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. Saturdays from 3:30pm to 10:00pm. Web site: http://www.culvercity.org/Government/PRCS/Recreation.aspx.
Culver City - 4th Saturday: Dances at the CCUSD's Farragut Cafetorium, 10820 Farragut Drive, Culver City, 90230 on the 4th Saturday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission is $12, Students w/ID $8, 12 and Under free. CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 7:00pm and dancing from 7:30pm to 10:35pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Davenport - Squares: Square Dance at the Swanton Berry Farm, 25 Swanton Rd, Davenport, CA from 2pm to 4pm. All dances taught before the music starts (and prompted during)! $5, no partner necessary, bring a friend or two or ten! Web site: http://www.swantonberryfarm.com/.
Davis: The Sacramento Country Dance Society hosts dances on 3rd Fridays. Dances are from 8 to 11 p.m., beginner's workshop 7:30, in the Davis Athletic Club, 1809 Picasso Avenue. $10 donation ($8 college students, $5 high school students, $25 maximum for families). Beginners attending workshop get a half-off coupon for next dance. All dances are taught and prompted. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014.or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/.
Davis - Yolo Community Care Continuum Benefit Dance: A contra dance and cakewalk to benefit the Yolo Community Care Continuum are planned at the Odd Fellows Hall, 415 Second St. in downtown Davis. Doors open at 7 p.m. and dancing begins at 7:15 p.m. A cakewalk will be available. Tickets are $12 general, $8 for seniors and students and $5 for kids 12 and under. A family ticket, admitting two adults and their children, is available for $25. Tickets may be purchased online at davisfood.coop and will be available at the door if not sold out. The fundraiser is co-sponsored by the Davis Food Co-op and the Davis Odd Fellows. For more information, email Julie Cross at jcross@daviscoop.com or call the Co-op at 530-758-2667. Web site: http://y3c.org/.
Davis - Contra for a Cause: Event is from 7pm to 10pm at the Davis Community Church, 412 C Street, Davis, CA 95616. Tickets: $10 for students and $15 for the general public. Buy your tickets at the Avid Reader, DCC church office, or on-line. All proceeds go directly to Opening Doors, to support refugees who are relocating in our region! Web site: http://dccpres.org/.
Dunlap - California Autoharp Gathering: Multi-day event with classes, workshops, concerts and one contra dance on Saturday. Web site: http://calautoharp.com.
El Segundo: Dances at the El Segundo Masonic Temple, 520 Main St., El Segundo, 90245. Admission $12; Students w/ID $8; 12 and Under free. CDSS members $1 off Dance is from 8:00PM-11:00PM with a lesson at 7:30PM. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Emeryville - Waltz - New Year's Eve: Classes in Waltz from Waltz and Polka from 7:15 to 8:45 pm. Blues dancing to dj music in the upstairs room from 9 to 10 pm. Tango dancing to dj music upstairs from 10 to 11 pm. Midnight countdown, singalong. $20 in advance general $15 students with id under 22. $25 at the door general. Waltz, Polka, swing, latin, tango, blues. Many refreshments: cakes, pies, ice creams, shrimp platter, veggie platter, fruit platter, chocolate candies. Location: At the beautiful Emeryville Veterans Hall 4321 Salem Emeryville CA 94608. Web site: None.
Etna - Rockside Ranch: Dance at Rockside Ranch, 2421 N State Highway 3, Etna, California 96027 from 6pm to 9pm. Come join us for our September Contra Dance on the lawn. Free, family friendly event. Light refreshments. Bring a friend! No experience necessary! Web site: https://www.facebook.com/rocksideranch.
Etna - Rockside Ranch - New Year's Eve: Dance at Rockside Ranch, 2421 N State Highway 3, Etna, California 96027 from 7pm to 9pm. Live old time music, contradance, light refreshments, and lots of fun. Celebrate the New Year on eastern time (9pm). Family friendly and beginners welcome! Web site: https://www.facebook.com/rocksideranch.
Eureka: Kick up your heels for a Contra Dance at the Humboldt Made Redwood Acres Fair, 3750 Harris Street, Eureka from 8-11pm. If you've enjoyed the barn dances, you'll love contra dancing too! All dances will be taught and no experience necessary. Dance Tickets: $7 General, $6 Humboldt Folklife Society members and Students at the Fair ticket booth. Web site: http://www.humboldtfolklife.org.
Eureka - Freshwater Grange: Barn dance at the Freshwater Grange, 49 Grange Road, Eureka. Benefit for the Garfield Elementary School. $7 adults, 12 and under free. Join us for a family friendly evening of music, dance and food. Beans, cornbread and sausage for sale. Dance is from 4:30pm to 7pm. Web site: Web site: http://www.humboldtfolklife.org.
.Eureka - Jefferson Community Center: Rummage Sale (starts at 5:30pm) and Barn Dance (6:00pm to 8:00pm) at the Jefferson Community Center, 1000 B Street, Eureka, California. All ages $5 for the barn dance, kids are free. Fundraiser for the G Street Neighborhood Network Fight Neighborhood Blight. No experience required, all dances taught. Information: lets.buy.jefferson@gmail.com Web site: None.
Fair Oaks - Benefit for Talib Huff: Location: Rudolf Steiner College, Stegmann Hall, 9200 Fair Oaks Boulevard. Time: 6:30pm - 10:00pm. Celebrate life, laughter, love and dance! Please join us in support of our dear friend, teacher and mentor, Talib Huff. As you may know, Talib was diagnosed with Lymphoma about a year ago. The fight for his life has taken a considerable financial toll. While his prognosis looks good, he has more treatment ahead, and many months to go before he may resume work. In addition to the dancing and live music (Starthistle, David and Cynthia Faulkner, and Old Time Confusion) the event will feature raffle prizes refreshments and desserts for sale. The event will be held at the Rudolph Steiner College in a lovely setting near the American River in Fair Oaks. Suggested donation at the door: $20 per person, or $50 per family. For more information on the dance or donations, email TalibHuffFundraiser@gmail.com. Web site: None.
Felton: The Santa Cruz dance sponsors dances at Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9. Everyone is welcome! Partners and dancing experience are not necessary. Wear comfortable, non-marking shoes to protect your feet and our floors - a seperate pair of dance shoes works best. You'll be more comfortable in loose-fitting light-weight clothing. Each of the dozen or so dance forms during the evening are taught and prompted, except for the waltz and hambo. On 3rd Fridays, there is a beginner's workshop that begins at 7:40 PM and the dances begin at 8:00pm. On 1st Sundays, the workshop begins at 6:40pm and dances begin at 7:00pm at Felton Hall, 6191 Highway 9. Regular dance admission is $10, $9 Members and $6 for full-time students with ID. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/.
Felton - Halloween: The Santa Cruz dance sponsors a special Halloween Dance at Felton Community Hall, 6191 Highway 9. Everyone is welcome! Partners and dancing experience are not necessary. Wear comfortable, non-marking shoes to protect your feet and our floors - a seperate pair of dance shoes works best. You'll be more comfortable in loose-fitting light-weight clothing. Each of the dozen or so dance forms during the evening are taught and prompted, except for the waltz and hambo. Regular dance admission is $10, $9 Members and $6 for full-time students with ID. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/.
Felton - Roaring Camp Civil War Dance: Dance as part of a weekend Civil War encampment. Location: Roaring Camp Railroads, Inc., 5401 Graham Hill Road, Felton, California 95018. Web site: https://www.roaringcamp.com/events/civil_War.
Fort Jones: Rockside Ranch will present live, old time music and a free contra dance from 7–9 p.m. at the Fort Jones Community Center, 11960 East St. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/rocksideranch.
Fort Jones - New Year's Eve: Rockside Ranch will present live, old time music and a free New Year's Eve contra dance from 8pm to midnight at the Fort Jones Community Center, 11960 East St. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/rocksideranch.
Fremont - Ardenwood Historic Farm: Dance as part of Christmas (a number of activities) at Ardenwood Historic Farm, 34600 Ardenwood Blvd. Caller Alan Winston and members of the Bay Area Contra Dance Society will also perform a community dance complete with live music; all ages and dance talent are welcome. There may be a fee. For information, call (510) 544-2797. Web site: http://www.ebparks.org/parks/ardenwood.
Fresno: Evo Bluestein hosts contra dances on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the California Arts Academy (formerly Cynthia Merrill's) 4750 N Blackstone Avenue from 7pm to 9pm, with a beginners workshop at 6:30pm. General admission is $6. All dances taught. Come alone or bring friends! Web site: http://www.evobluestein.com/community-dance/.
Fresno - New Year's Day: The Fresno Folklore Society hosts its annual New Year's Potluck and Dance at Margaret Hudson's Barn from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. to enjoy food and merriment. Please plan to come to the Barn at Margaret Hudson's compound to welcome the New Year on January 1. We will begin with a potluck at 1pm and kick up our heels with a contra dance around 2:30 (bring your instruments). It is a wonderful chance to visit with friends and share music on this special day. Please bring food and drink to share, and your own plates, so that we don't generate too much trash. We welcome people to help set up around noon, and after the party ends at 5 we are always lucky to have people who want to stick around for a few minutes to put everything away. Please park very carefully--don't block driveways and make sure that your car is fully off of the asphalt of tiny Arthur Avenue. Entrances to the barn are at 4247 N Thorne or 4230 N Arthur (which is more accessible and direct for first time party goers). Questions: Kathryn at 229-8808. Web site: http://fresnofolklore.org/.
Fresno - Squares - Woodward Public Library: Learn to square dance. All ages welcome. 7pm to 8:30pm. Woodward Public Library, 944 E Perrin Ave, Fresno, CA 93720/ Web site: http://www.fresnolibrary.org/branch/wdwd.html.
Fullerton - Contra/English Dance Party: Contra and English Country Dance Party from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at The Historic Fullerton Ballroom, 114 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, 92832. Information: Patty McCollom at (714) 267-4567 or mccollomp@sbcglobal.net - Presented by The Historical Tea and Dance Society. Free Dance Party! Join in for a fun evening of English Country and Contra Dances! Welcome Nine New Callers into our dance community, as they graduate from our 1st Dance Callers Workshop! Free parking, beginners welcome, no partner needed, no costume required. Donations Gratefully Accepted! Take the Train! Hall is located adjacent to the Fullerton Train Station and Fullerton Transportation Center.) Web site: https://www.facebook.com/HistoricalTeaAndDanceSociety/ or http://victorianteaanddance.org/.
Glendale: 2nd Saturday Contra Dance - Glendale Moose Lodge (Glendale Moose Lodge #641 357 W. Arden Ave., Glendale, California 91203 North of the 134 Freeway). The dance is upstairs on the second floor. 8:00PM-11:00PM, 7:30PM Instruction $10, Students with ID $8. Contact: Steve Shapiro at 818-785-3839 stevecontradance@gmail.com - Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Glendora: at Citrus College - Haugh Performing Arts Center, 1000 West Foothill Blvd. Lesson at 3:30pm; dance from 4pm to 7pm. Admission is free and donations accepted. Contact: Dan Vilter at dan@vilter.us or 626-915-7077. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Goleta - Annual Old-Time Fiddlers' Convention: The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara Sunrise sponsors the in Foleta in mid-October. Web site: http://www.fiddlersconvention.org/dpage.php?page_id=1.
Grass Valley - Fall Has Sprung: The Foothill Country Dancers sponsor Fall Has Sprung, a noon to midnight contra dance festival in early November in historic dowtown Grass Valley, a Gold-Rush-era town in the Sierra Nevada foothills, with three top bands and three great callers at the Grass Valley Veterans Memorial Building 255 S. Auburn St. Web site: http://www.foothilldancers.org.
Grass Valley - California Bluegrass Association Music Camp: is held in early June. It is for advanced-beginners and intermediate players (see the Instructors page for definitions) who want to improve their instrumental or vocal skills and work on jamming with others. There are classes throughout the day and evening activities include staff and student concerts, an old time dance, and lots of jamming. Pre-registration is required. Web site: http://www.cbamusiccamp.org/.
Grass Valley - California World Fest: Multi-day music festival with limited contra dancing. Pre-register for savings. Web site: http://www.worldfest.net/.
Grass Valley - California Bluegrass Association - Father's Day Festival: Mostly music festival held in mid-June. Workshops, camping, jamming and more, all under the pines in the scenic Sierra Foothills. Web site: http://www.cbamusiccamp.org/.
Grass Valley - Sierra Harvest: Dances on various dates and times sponsored by Sierra Harvest and usually held at the Banner Grange, 12629 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley CA. Web site: http://sierraharvest.org.
Grass Valley - Strawberry Music Festival (Spring): Mostly music festival during long Memorial Day weekend at the Nevada Campgrounds. Some dancing may occur. Register in advance. Web site: https://strawberrymusic.com/.
Greenville - Downtown Farms: Dance from 7pm to 9pm at Downtown Farms, enter just behind Feather River Properties and the Sheriff's sub-station. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/Donnells-MusicLand-142970849140753.
Greenville - Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Jamboree: A contra dance is one of the activities during this weekend event. The dance is at Downtown Farms - enter just behind Feather River Properties and the Sheriff's sub-station. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/Donnells-MusicLand-142970849140753.
Groveland - Strawberry Music Festival - Fall: Annual festival held in September at Camp Mather near Yosemite National Park. Includes a contra dance on Saturday afternoon. Web site: http://www.strawberrymusic.com.
Groveland - Strawberry Music Festival - Spring: Annual festival held in May at Camp Mather near Yosemite National Park. Includes a contra dance on Saturday afternoon. Web site: http://www.strawberrymusic.com.
Guinda - Hoes Down Harvest Festival: is held each year in early October and includes a dance as part of its activities. Web site: https://eco-farm.org/hoeas-down-harvest-festival/.
Guinda - Grange: Dance at the Guinda Grange Hall 16787 Forest Ave, Guinda CA 95637 with a lesson at 6:30pm and dancing from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Cost: $10 Adult, $25 Family, $5 High school student, Children 13 and under accompanying family members are free. Refreshments will be available (donations appreciated). Web site: http://westernyologrange.org.
Guinda - Callers' Workshop: Contra Dance Caller's Workshop in Guinda. Contact Erik Hoffman at erik@erikhoffman.com for times and cost. Web site: None.
Guinda - Family: Family dance at the Guinda Grange Hall, 16787 Forest Ave, Guinda CA 95637 with a lesson 6:30 pm, Dance 7:00 pm-10:00pm. Cost: $10 adult, $5 youth (age 5-18). Refreshments will be available (donations appreciated). Web site: http://www.westernyologrange.org or https://www.facebook.com/guindacontradance/.
Harbin Hot Springs - Dance Awakening: is an annual dance weekend held at the end of March, full of wild contra dancing, great folk music, and fun workshops. Make new friends, soak in numerous hot pools, eat healthy gourmet cooking and have a wonderful time. The camp is located at Harbin Hot Springs, only 2 hours northeast of San Francisco. Advance registration required. Web site: http://www.danceawakening.com/.
Hayward: Dances at the Hill and Valley Club, 1808 B Street, off 1-880, I-92 and I-580 on the 4th Sunday of the month (unless noted). There is a Progressive Music Jam starting at 3pm with a beginners workshop from 3:30pm and the dance goes from 4:00pm to 7:00pm (on 5th Sundays, the dance goes to 7:30pm with Advanced Contras and Special Dances). Price: $20 supporters, $12 non-members, $10 members, $6 students or low-income or pay what you can. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Hayward - California Twirl: Urban dance experience with two days of dancing, eight hours each day. Saturday, Walnut Creek Presbyterian; 1801 Lacassie (in walking distance from Walnut Creek BART.) Plenty of on-site parking. Sunday: Alameda Eagles Hall; 2305 Alameda Avenue (Off of Park Street. PARK STREET BUS stops near by.) Free parking at Multi- level Parking Structure near Alameda Theatre and Cineplex; 2317 Central Ave. $80 for Both Days, $50 for One Day, $35 for one four-hour dance* (*Four-hour dance for any given time slot is only made available if registration is not full....these will be announced via Facebook the week of the event.) Web site: https://sites.google.com/site/haywardcontra/home/california-twirl.
Hayward - 12-Hour Twirl: Day-long event from 11am to 11pm at the Hayward Veterans Memorial Building, 22737 Main Street, Hayward. Plenty of Parking (covered lot two blocks away...great restaurants and revitalized! ) $40 gets you in...no pre-registration required. Web site: http://www.haywardcontradance.org.
Hayward - BACDS Family Week Benefit: Dance from 4pm to 7pm at the Hill & Valley Club, 1808 B Street, Hayward, California. Why a benefit for a dance camp? Family Week is moving to Monte Toyon for this year only, and while it's closer, the facility will be a lot more expensive than our usual home in Sonora. Come join us for a great evening of family dances and contras. During break, we'll have a special raffle, as well as a display dance performance and refreshments. Admission is a sliding scale, $15 general, $5 kids and teens, or whatever you can give (remember, it's a benefit). Web site: https://www.bacds.org.
Hayward - Garin Apple Festival: The spirit of Garin's orchards live on in the antique apple varieties cultivated in remnants of the old apple orchards. The late-summer Garin Apple Festival celebrates the farm's apple-growing tradition. Antique apple varieties grown in the orchards may be tasted in the flesh and as juice. Folk music, song, and old-fashioned games fill out the day. Location: 1320 Garin Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544. Web site: http://www.ebparks.org.
Healdsburg - Squares - Foot Pantry Fundraiser: Annual Square Dance Fundraiser, beginning at 6pm at the Villa Chanticleer in Healdsburg. The Annual Square Dance Fundraiser is a fun-filled evening that features a western dinner by KR Catering, wines from Toad Hollow Vineyard, music, square dancing and an auction. Tickets are $75/person or $1,000/patron table. (Patron tables receive reserved seating and VIP service for up to 12). Purchase tickets by calling 707.433.6777 or online at Brown Paper Tickets. Web site: http://healdsburgfoodpantry.org.
Healdsburg - Fall Frolick (mostly English: Fall Frolick is an almost all-English dance weekend sponsored by the Bay Area Country Dance Society to provide an opportunity for dancers, callers, and musicians to explore the extraordinary range of English country and display dance. Fall Frolick is for all English country and display dancers and musicians, experienced and novice alike. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender. This event is held in mid-November. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Hollywood - Squares - Ford Theatre: Even the most rhythmically-challenged dancers will be swinging and do-si-doing in no time to traditional American square dance music. Bring your dancing shoes, guitars, banjos and fiddles. Location: 2580 Cahuenga Blvd, East, Hollywood, CA 90068. Free - Call 323.461.3673 to reserve a spot. Web site: http://www.fordtheatres.org.
Irvine - FAR-West Folk Alliance Conference: Special Saturday Contra Dance from 2pm to 5pm in Irvine at the Conference at the Hyatt Regency Irvine (Salon C), 17900 Jamboree Rd. Hotel Parking rate is $5 with mention of the FAR-West Conference. Basic instruction will not be offered at the beginning of the evening. But there will be a walk-thru before each dance. Contact Rich DiMarco at 714-894-4113 or richdimarco@yahoo.com. Also visit the FAR-West website for additional information. Web site: http://www.thelivingtradition.org/tltbodydance.html.
Irving - Folk Alliance Region West: The annual fall conference includes a contra dance (Sunday at 2pm) along with a large number of official and unofficial music performances. Held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 17900 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92614. Web site: http://www.far-west.org.
La Honda - American Dance and Music Week: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors the annual American Dance and Music Week in early July. Pre-registration required. Web site: http://bacds.org/amweek.
Julian - Labor Day Dance Away: The California Dance Cooperative sponsors the annual Labor Day Dance Away each Labor Day (U.S.) weekend in early September. Pre-registration required. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org/ldda/.
Julian: Two dances: an hour-long, family-friendly dance will take place from 4pm to 5pm. and from 6:00pm to 9:00pm., a full-blown contra dance. Both events take place at Julian Town Hall, 2129 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036. Family dance: $2.00 per person (free with purchase of $10.00) Contra dance: In advance: $15. Other events (and charges) during the day. Web site: http://juliantours.org/events/ or http://www.sandiegocontra.org.
La Crescenta - Swing Styling for Guitar and fiddle: Two 2.5 hour workshops beginning at 11:30 am one with Larry Unger on guitar and the other with Eden MacAdam-Somer on fiddle. Admission: $30 general $25 for students. The second workshop option begins at 2:30 and is titled Make the dancers go "Woo" (or How to play music that makes the dancers want to boogie down) -- this is a one hour workshop led by both fine musicians. RSVP to guarantee your spot. St. Luke's of the Mountains (2563 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta, CA 91214), 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM, $30/$25 students and $15/$12 students. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
La Honda - BACDS Family Week: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors an annual Family Week dance camp in July with a fun-filled week of dance, song, crafts, and activities for families of all sizes and ages. Its program includes both age-specific and age-neutral activites, and is the ideal activity for families of all sizes (including families of one). Pre-registration is required. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/camps/.
La Verne: Dances at Veteran's Hall, 1550 Bonita Avenue on the 1st Sunday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission $10.00; Full-time students with ID $5.00; Children 12 and under Free; CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 3:30pm and dancing from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
La Verne - Mt. Baldy Dance Weekend: The Mt. Baldy Dance Weekend is sponsored by The Living Tradition and is held March/April at the Harwood Lodge in the San Gabriel Mountains. Dances, dance workshops, mountain sports, music jams and quiet time are part of the schedule. Pre-register in advance. Web site: http://www.thelivingtradition.org/MtBaldyDance.html.
Lafayette - Old Time String Band Music Class: Sundays from 4:00-5:30 pm. $140 for the 6 class session. $30 drop in. Party immediately following the last class! Classes meet at: Lamorinda Music, 81 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette, CA 94549. This class is designed for intermediate to advanced players. You will need a good instrument and should already know the basics of how to play. Tunes will be taught by ear so bring a recording device. For information contact Harry Liedstrand at: harry.liedstrand AT gmail.com - Web site: None.
Lakeport - Middletown Mansion - Civil War Days: As part of this weekend's activities, there is a "Soldier's Dance" on Saturday night from 7pm to 10pm. Location: Museums of Lake County, California, 255 N. Main St., Lakeport, California 95453. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/MuseumsOfLakeCountyCa/.
Lancaster: Dances are held on the 3rd or 4th Saturday of the month at the Lutheran Church of the Master at 725 East Avenue J. Admission: $6 Adults, $5 Students, $2 Children 14 years and younger, $20 max per family, CDSS members $1 off (children welcome to dance, but no child care is provided). You do not need to come with a partner. Good exercise! No experience necessary. There is an instruction session at 6:30pm and the dance is from 7:00pm to 10:00pm. Community Event. Public is invited. Information: (661) 272-5648 or rm.trochim@verizon.net. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Lodi - California State Old-Time Open-Fiddle and Picking Championship: Two-day event with numerous fiddle contests and a contra dance. Location: Lodi Grape Festival Fairgrounds, Burgandy Hall – 413 E. Lockeford St. Lodi, CA. Web site: http://csotfa9.org/.
Long Beach: Dance at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Long Beach, 5450 East Atherton Street from 7:30pm to 10:30pm with instruction at 7:00pm. Donation $10. Contact: Miranda Manners at (562) 209-1927 or mmsminc@aol.com. Free childcare provided. Happy Anniversary to Julie and David James! Web site: None.
Long Beach - Squares: Square dance at the Holy Ground, 370 Junipero Ave, Long Beach, California 90814. Dance is from 7pm to 10pm. All are welcome: single, coupled, LGBTQ, straight, old, young, people of color, and white folks alike. This dance will be called using gender-neutral language. And if you haven't heard: square dancing is making a big comeback as people re-discover the sheer joy of a foot-stomping, rollicking, barn-shaking dance party. You don't wanna miss it! Join us! $10 bucks at the door – cash or credit. Web site: http://www.holygroundlb.org/.
Los Altos - Pourparler: The annual Pourparler conference sponsored by the National Folk Organization will be held in Los Altos in 2008. It is a yearly gathering of people who are dedicated to teaching folk/ethnic/world/ traditional dance in schools and/or community events. Pre-registration required. Web site: http://www.nfo-usa.org/.
Los Angeles - Heritage Square - Square Dancing: Square Dancing of the late 1800s beginning at 5 p.m. Before each dance the steps will be taught. Beginners are encouraged; this is a family friendly dance, so kids are welcome too! Join us for a beautiful afternoon of community and music - greet your neighbor! Free for members and $5.00 for the general audience. Web site: http://heritagesquare.org.
Los Angeles - Square Dances: Dances at various locations and times. Web site: None.
Los Angeles - Dance on the Sea: A contra cruise in mid-November from Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico. Web site: http://sites.google.com/site/danceonthesea/home/dance-details.
Los Angeles - Contra/Ceili: L.A.'s Contra / Ceili Dance! A great cross-cultural event for beginners and experienced dancers alike. Homemade buffet, dancing and music! Time: 7:30 p.m. - Instruction; 8:00pm-11:00pm - Dance. Location: Ionic Composite Lodge, 1122 S. La Cienega Blvd. Cost: $15 donation. Contact: LeeAnn Gorne (310) 339-2000. Web site: http://www.thesweetset.com/.
Los Angeles - 2nd Saturday: 2nd Saturday Contra Dance at the Westwood Masonic Lodge (2244 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064) from 8:00PM-11:00PM with 7:30PM Instruction. Admission: $10, students with ID $8, $1 off for CDSS members. Contact: Steve Shapiro at 818-785-3839 stevecontradance@gmail.com - Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Los Angeles - Old Time Social: Concerts, workshops, parties, jams and a big square dance at various locations. Web site: http://losangelesoldtimesocial.com/.
Los Angeles - UCLA Ballroom: The UCLA Ballroom Club will hold a contra dance night as part of its programming for the semester. Probable location at UCLA Kerckhoff Grand Salon starting at 9pm. Check site for details. Web site: http://www.studentgroups.ucla.edu/ballroomdance/.
Los Angeles - Squares - Echo Park Rising: Echo Park Rising is a neighborhood event in it’s 6th year that focuses on the music, creativity, diversity and small businesses of Echo Park. It includes one square dance. Web site: http://epr.la.
Los Angeles - Contra/Swing: Contra and swing workshops at UCLA, Kerckhoff Hall Grand Salon, 308 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095 with the swing workshop from 7pm to 9pm and the contra dance workshop from 9pm to 10:30pm. Cost is free. Web site: http://www.ballroom2.wixsite.com/BDCIFDCatUCLA.
Los Angeles - Squares - Folkworks Folk/Roots Festival: One-day festival with concerts, workshops, and dances, including a square dance. Location: St. John's Presbyterian Church, 11000 National Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064. Tickets - $10-$35. Web site: http://fwfolkrootsfestival.com.
Los Angeles - California Twirl: Los Angeles' monthly gender-free dance. Beginner Lesson 7:30; Dancing 8 – 10:30. Location: American Legion Eagle Rock Post 276, 2109 Merton Ave, Los Angeles, 90041. Sliding scale admission — no one turned away. Suggested admission: $12. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Los Altos - Swedish Fiddle Workshop: A New Year's Swedish fiddle workshop for non-Swedish fiddlers! Want a few (more) fiddle tunes from Scandinavia? If you already play intermediate level fiddle or violin, this is the workshop for you! Time: 10am to 1pm (doors open at 9:30am) Cost: $25 Bring: Recording device. Contact: sarah.kirton@sbcglobal.net for more information and location. **Light snacks will be provided, bring your coffee cups. And if you want to sit and eat a packed lunch before taking off to the next event, that's fine, too. Web site: None.
Los Banos - Squares: Family square dance at 3pm; concert at 7pm at the Los Banos Performing Arts Center. Earl White and Adrienne Davis join the band for the dance! Info: 209 826 6132. Web site: None.
Malibu - California Traditional Music Society New Year's Camp: The Society sponsors the camp from late December to early January with four days and three nights of intensive workshops, informal jams, dancing and just plain fun. Pre-register in advance. http://www.ctmsfolkmusic.org.
Manila: Come out to Manila for a dance benefit for the Manila Community Center. Help support this vibrant community gathering place in the heart of Manila while enjoying great tunes and dance sets right next to the dunes! All proceeds will benefit Manila Community Center improvements. Where: Manila Community Center Main Hall (1611 Peninsula Drive). Dance is from 7:30-11pm, doors open at 7:30pm, dancing 8pm-11pm. Tickets: $7 General, $6 Manila residents, Humboldt Folklife Society members and students. All ages event, kids under 12 free. Web site: http://www.manilacsd.com/.
McCloud - Celtic Music and Heritage Festival: A contra dance on Friday evening is one of the events at this weekend festival. Web site: http://www.mccloudchamber.com/mccloud-events//celtic-festival.
Menlo Park - Contra College - Spring Session: An urban weekend focused on teaching Contra dance to new and intermediate dancers, and where experienced dancers can improve their skills, help newer dancers, or practice the other dance role. Limited attendance. Advanced registration recommended. Location: Royal Hodge Masonic Center in Menlo Park (651 Roble Avenue, Menlo Park, California 94025). Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Menlo Park - Post Contra College: A special public dance on from 4-7 pm is part of Contra College as a Graduation Dance. Please join the Contra College 2019 participants and staff for a wonderful afternoon of dancing. Location: Royal Hodge Masonic Center in Menlo Park (651 Roble Avenue, Menlo Park, CA, 94025). Introductory dance session 3:30-4:00 pm. Fees: $12 non-members, $10 members, $6 students or low-income, or pay what you can. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Menodcino Woodlands - Lark in the Morning: is an annual music and dance celebration in early August. Pre-registration required. Web site: http://www.larkcamp.com/.
Merced: Dance at the American Legion Hall, 939 W Main St., Merced, CA 95340 from 7pm to 9pm. Come and enjoy a barn dance. No partner required. FREE. All dances will be taught and prompted. Will include contra dance, square dance and ceili dance. Contact Nick Cuccia for more information. Web site: None.
Merced - Merced College - Community Dances: Wednesday nights in October and November from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Merced College, GYM-4. Come see why folks throughout the country are turning to contra and square dancing as an exciting, energetic, and inclusive way to spend an evening. Make new friends and enjoy dancing to exciting traditional and contemporary music. No partner is necessary. Wear comfortable clothes. Hard-soled shoes are strongly suggested, but non-marking soles are a must. Cost: $40 per person. Register Today at http://mercedcommunityservices.com/ or call (209) 384-6224 - Find us on Facebook at 'Merced College Community Services' or on Twitter @communityservicesmercedcollege - Web site: http://mercedcommunityservices.com/.
Middletown: Dance at Armstrong Hall, 15642 Armstrong Street in Middletown, two blocks behind the post office. Contra dancing is a great low pressure and fun way to socialize. If you are unfamiliar with contra dancing, it is somewhat similar to square dancing, but less formal. There is no fancy footwork that you have to learn or memorize; you are led through each dance by the caller. Because it's a social dance, you don't need to arrive with a partner; in fact, most people don't. When you dance, you dance with a partner, but you also have many neighbors that you dance with too. At the end of a dance, you say goodbye to your partner and get another one. The dance begins with easier dances at 7 p.m. and gently progresses to more challenging figures until 9:30 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door. Please wear shoes that won't harm the hardwood floor. For more information, contact Beth Rudiger, 707-260-2900 or beth@lcjazz.com - Web site: None.
Middletown - Middletown Mansion: Contra Dance on the Mansion Grounds from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The dance is open to the public. There is no charge, but a $5 donation is requested to compensate the musicians. Organizers have also noted that anyone who offers to hang around a bit after the dance to help clean up will be truly appreciated. This is part of a series of Civil War events during the weekend.Web site: https://www.friendsofgibson.com.
Midpines - Yosemite Bug: Barn Dance in the Brodie Room at 7:30pm. This is an extremely fun partnered folk dance style in which couples dance in two facing lines of indefinite length. This dance has had a huge renaissance this last couple of years. Family style event with Christmas decor. Santa Claus will be there for pictures along with Doug the Grinch. Come early to eat at the Cafe 5:30 to 9:00 pm! Learn to Contra dance through the evening, but best to show up early at 7:30, the dance is easy to learn. $10 cover charge per person 16 years or older, includes dance lessons, youth 16 and under free per paid adult. Beverages, mulled wine and Xmas beer on tap. Web site: http://www.yosemitebug.com.
Mill Valley - Aftershock: Special prices: $12 members & non-members; $7 adults 26 and under, FT students, financially challenged; $2 under 18. Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Location Details: Strawberry Reception Hall, 118 E. Strawberry Avenue, Mill Valley, CA, US. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Mill Valley - Strawberry Reception Hall: The North Bay Country Dance Society sponsors dances at the Strawberry Reception Hall, 118 E. Strawberry Avenue, Mill Valley, CA, US from with various times. Regular admission: $10 adults, $8 members, $2 children ages 6-17, under 6 free, FT students with ID $5. Our Contra Dances are easy, fun, friendly and inclusive. All dances are taught and prompted, with live music. No experience is necessary; if you can walk, you can dance! Come alone or bring a friend: No partner is required, no costumes, no classes; just wear comfortable clothes and dancing shoes which are low, smooth-soled, comfortable and that do not mar or scratch or damage. No running shoes or shoes with tread are allowed. First-timers are encouraged to come early for an orientation, and for simpler dances early in the evening. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Mill Valley - New Year's Eve: The North Bay Country Dance Society hosts an annual New Year's Eve dance at the Strawberry Reception Hall, 118 E. Strawberry Avenue from 8:00pm to 12:15am with instruction during the first half-hour. Dancing will start at 8 pm, we'll have a special dessert snack, then stop at midnight to ring in the new year, dance a bit more then safely travel home. Price at door: $20 members, $25 non-members, $15 adults under 30, FT students, and financially challenged. If you're a beginner, we'll do a pre-dance introduction to contra dancing at 7:30. (Wear comfortable shoes with non-marking soles, and clothing comfortable enough for vigorous dancing.) This will be a good old fashion New Year's Eve party with a classic color scheme - black, white & precious metals - for luck and fortune in 2016. We'll have great food, toasts at midnight. Mostly, great company in which to have fun, dance to great music and calling, appreciate the Past and welcome the Future! Web site: http://www.nbcds.org/.
Mill Valley - Contra Dance Band Workshop: Along with fellow musicians learn and rehearse fiddle tunes under the gentle guidance of two of the leading contemporary musicians playing on the national contra dance circuit today. Then be a part of the band that plays for the first half of that evening’s contra dance, and feel the elation and joy of watching dancers dance to your music! Workshop is from 1pm to 4pm (dance is from 8pm to 11pm). Fee: $45-55 Per day - Sliding scale. Sheet music will be provided prior to workshop. Sight-reading skills useful but not required. All instruments and levels of musicians are welcome. Please bring your own music stand. Keyboardists, please bring your own monitor. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Mill Valley - Epicentered: Dance after the Epicenter Weekend at Strawberry Reception Hall, 118 E. Strawberry Avenue, Mill Valley, CA, US from 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm. This dance will cap off the Epicenter weekend which is a pre-registration required event. Those registered for Epicenter will be admitted with their badge for free. The public is welcome to attend this Sunday night dance: Admisssion is $12 members, $15 non-members, $7 adults under 30, FT students and financially challenged folks. Bring snacks to share, bring your own water bottle. Please leave fragrances at home. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Mill Valley - Epicenter: An urban contra dance weekend held in Mill Valley area in late March/early April and sponsored by the North Bay Country Dance Society. Pre-registration required. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Modesto: The St. Andrews Scottish Society is hosting a Potluck and Contra Dance on Saturday, February 28, 2009. Cost is $15.00 paid in advance. Make checks to St. Andrews Society and mail checks to A. Miller 700 Barringham Lane, Modesto, CA 95350. The dance will be held at the Modesto Centre Plaza (Arbor Room) 1100 K Street, Modesto. Doors open at 6:30. Cost at the door is $20.00. Potluck so bring food for 10 people. No alcohol may be brought in, however a cash bar will be available for drink purchase. Contra Dance will be taught and band will provide live music. Singles and Couples are welcome. Web site: None.
Monte Toyon - BACDS Family Week: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors an annual Family Week dance camp in July with a fun-filled week of dance, song, crafts, and activities for families of all sizes and ages. Its program includes both age-specific and age-neutral activites, and is the ideal activity for families of all sizes (including families of one). Pre-registration is required. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/camps/.
Montebello: For this month only, the dance will be at Temple B'nai Emet, 482 No. Garfield Ave. in Montebello. A lesson will be given for newer dancers at 7:30 and the dancing begins at 8:00 P.M. Adults are $15, students 30 and under are $10, while children 18 and under are free. So break out your festive garb and help us kick off the holiday season. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Monterey - Foggy Moon: The Monterey Country Dance Community sponsors the annual Foggy Moon dance weekend in late October/early November. Please be aware that some of our dancers are sensitive to fragrances. Register in advance. Web site: http://montereycontradance.org/index.html.
Monterey - Foggy Moon - Wrap-Up: Special Sunday evening dance sponsored by the Monterey Country Dance Community after the regular annual Foggy Moon dance weekend in late October/early November. Please be aware that some of our dancers are sensitive to fragrances. Open to all, separate admission. Special Time! 6:30pm to 10:00pm. Doors open 6pm, Beginners' Orientation starts at 6:10pm. Web site: http://montereycontradance.org/index.html.
Monterey: Tbe Monterey Country Dance Community holds contra dances most first and third Saturdays (in December, our dances may vary due to the holiday season) at the YMCA of the Monterey Peninsula, at 600 Camino El Estero in Monterey, unless otherwise noted in our schedules and calendars. Come alone or bring a friend – beginners are always welcome! Schedule: 6:40pm Newcomers' Orientation; 7pm to 10pm Contra Dance. Admission Prices for regular dances: $12 for nonmembers (of any sister organization); $10 for members of MCDC or sister organization (including BACDS & CDSS); $5 for full-time students and active military, with ID. Web site: http://montereycontradance.org/index.html.
Monterey - New Year's Eve: There will be contra dancing as part of First Night Monterey on New Year's Eve. Check web site to confirm times and places. Web site: http://www.firstnightmonterey.org.
Mountain View: Special dance on a special night at the SFV Lodge at 361 Villa Street in Mountain View. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Mountain View - Jamie's Jumpstart: Weekend of classes in banjo, fiddle, guitar and stringband music. No dancing. Register in advance. Web site: http://www.janiesjumpstart.com/.
Mt. Baldy - Squares: Organized by Belinda and Robbie Thom at their cabin near Mt. Baldy Village. Event from 2pm-8pm. Our address isn’t in Google, so be sure to print out a physical copy of this map if you decide to come, as we live off a dirt driveway and cell reception is virtually nonexistent. This event is held outside, so decent weather is a prerequisite (feel free to email or call before coming if conditions warrant it; these contacts are listed in the flyer on the web site). Information: Belinda at (909) 982-9247 or belindatho@gmail.com - Web site: http://modaltease.wordpress.com.
Mt. Shasta - Dance and Auction for the Dogs: The Siskiyou Snow Dog Sporting Association 3rd Annual Contra Dance and Silent Auction for the Dogs will be held in the Mt. Shasta High School Gym. Not interested in dancing - come to watch the dances and enjoy the music. No partner, no problem. That's what contra dancing's all about. There will be great deals on silent auction items and services donated by local merchants, door prizes, plus root beer floats, and homemade soups and breads will be available to sustain you for the dances. Tickets will be available at the door. Doors open at 6 pm. $10 for adults, $15 for couples, 18 years and under are free. Web site: http://www.siskiyousleddograces.com.
Nevada City: The Foothill Country Dancers sponsor traditional New England contra dancing in the northern Sierra Nevada foothills. Contra dancing is fun, inclusive, and friendly. No experience is necessary--all dances are taught and prompted, and no partner is required. The music is always live. Dances in Nevada City are at the Nevada City Oddfellows Hall, 212 Spring Street on 1st Saturdays (with some exceptions; always check the schedule) from 8:00pm to approximately 10:30pm with a beginner lessons at 7:40pm. Admission for regular FCD-sponsored dances: Admission on Sliding scale: $5 to $20 (beginning in 2019). Suggested amounts: Non-members $10.00; Members of FCD $1.00 less; Community benefactors $15 to $20; Age 30 and younger $5.00; Low income $5.00; Family maximum $20.00; Children $0. Additional cost may apply for special workshops. Web site: http://www.foothilldancers.org.
Newcastle: The Foothill Country Dancers sponsor traditional New England contra dancing in the northern Sierra Nevada foothills. Contra dancing is fun, inclusive, and friendly. No experience is necessary--all dances are taught and prompted, and no partner is required. The music is always live. Dances in Newcastle are at the [waiting for site information] on 3rd Saturdays (with some exceptions; always check the schedule) from 8:00pm to approximately 10:30pm with a beginner lessons at 7:40pm. Admission for regular FCD-sponsored dances: Admission on Sliding scale: $5 to $20 (beginning in 2019). Suggested amounts: Non-members $10.00; Members of FCD $1.00 less; Community benefactors $15 to $20; Age 30 and younger $5.00; Low income $5.00; Family maximum $20.00; Children $0. Additional cost may apply for special workshops Web site: http://www.foothilldancers.org.
Norden - Whole Music Camp: The Whole Music Camp offers a blend of technical instruction, ear training, jam sessions, songwriting, and play-- all set among the natural amphitheater of California's Sierra Nevada mountains. Our week-long workshop is hosted by the Sugar Bowl Ski Resort and culminates with a public concert outside their majestic Village Lodge. Includes a little dancing. Web site: http://www.wholemusiccamp.com/.
North Bay - Epicenter: An urban contra dance weekend held in the North Bay area in early April and sponsored by the North Bay Country Dance Society. Details to come. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
North Fork - Christian Center: North Fork Community Dances at the North Fork Christian Center, 57044 Road 225, North Fork, CA 93643; $2/person and $10/family at the door. 6:00 pm teach-in, 6:30pm to 9:00pm dance. Web site: http://www.evobluestein.com/community-dance/.
Northridge - Fall Equinox Festival: The California Traditional Music Society hosts the Fall Equinox Festival in mid-September at the Rancho Cordillera del Norte, 9015 Wilbur Ave from 10am-6pm. Web site: http://www.ctmsfolkmusic.org.
Oakhurst - Fresno Flats: Dance at Fresno Flats Historical Park, 49777 School Road, Oakhurst, CA 93644. The park will be open at 5 for tours before the dance and a bonfire going to start a hot dog roast. 5 pm: Park open/Building Tour sign-up/Bonfire; 5:30-6: Dance/Bonfire; 7:00 Refreshment Break/Building Tour; 7:15: Restart Dance; 8:30 End Dance. Web site: http://www.evobluestein.com/category/evo-calendar/ or http://fresnoflatsmuseum.org/.
Oakland: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors dances at Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street, from 7:30pm-10pm, with a lesson for new contra dancers at 7:00, on 2nd Fridays. Price: Supporter: $15; Regular: $10 on Friday/Saturday/Sunday, $9 on weeknights; Member Discount: $2 from regular prices; Student/Low-income: $5 or pay what you can. Please wear clean shoes with non-marking soles. Information for newcomers. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Oakland - SFBQCD: The San Francisco Bay Area Queer Contra Dance hosts dances at the Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street on occasional dates. Admission is $10.00-$15.00 (sliding scale orr pay what you can). Beginners always welcome! Contra basics are taught at the beginning of the dance. Many dances are followed by Contra Cafe. For more information or to be added to our e-mail list, contact Robert: 510.430.2833 or sfcontra [at] hotmail [dot] com. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/.
Oakland - SFBQCD - Lake Merritt: The San Francisco Bay Area Queer Contra Dance hosts dances at the Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Avenue on occasional dates. Admission is $10-15 sliding scale or pay what you can (pwyc), unless otherwise specified. Beginners always welcome! Usually 7:30-8 p.m. - Beginners' lesson and 8-10:30 p.m. Dance. Contra basics are taught at the beginning of the dance. For more information or to be added to our e-mail list, contact Arcadia: queercontra [at] gmail [dot] com. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/.
Oakland - Ceilidh: at the Humanist Hall, 390 27th Street. Phone for info: 650-365-2913. Generous waltzes and easy group dances. Beginners encouraged! All dances taught and called, casual dress -- wear comfortable shoes. You don't need to bring a partner. Dancing accessible for children 8 years old and over. Dance goes from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. Admission $15 supporters, $10 non-members, $8 members, $5 students (must show ID) or low-income or pay what you can. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/.
Oakland - Benefit: This is a Contra Dance Party & Potluck to help raise money to finish the upgrade to the dance floor at Humanist Hall. Humanist Hall is the regular home for two BACDS dance series: the 2nd Friday Contra and the (irregular) Barn Dance series. Sharon and Susan (the organizers) are the same folks who brought you the Womens' Contra series a few years back. The suggested donation is $10. Any extra proceeds will be contributed to the floor upgrade. Schedule: 4:30 Doors Open; 5:00 Potluck; 6:30 Dance Lesson; 7:00 Dance Starts. For more information or for potluck coordination: Call Sharon or Susan at 510-923-1366. Web site: None.
Oakland - Free Dance Festival: The Oakland Free Dance Festival is a day long series of 28 free one hour introductory social dance classes in 4 rooms over 7 hours held at the Oakland Veterans Hall, 200 Grand Avenue from 1pm to 8pm. Wide variety of dances covered. The Oakland Free Dance Festival is presented by Scott Gamble, from Friday Night Waltz, in co-operation with the Lake Merritt Dance Center, a non-profit group dedicated to promoting dance at the Oakland Veterans hall, under license from the City of Oakland. Web site: http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/.
Oakland - Waltz: Introductory (To get the most from this class, try to start at 7pm) and intermediate classes from 7:00pm to 9:00pm with dancing from 9:00pm to midnight. Sometimes one or both classes may not occur. Excellent first time class. Recorded music, generally. $12 for both the classes and the dance. $8 dance only. These rates may vary depending on the occasion. No partner necessary. All Ages. Casual comfortable attire. Under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Oakland Veterans Hall 200 Grand Avenue X Harrison. A beautiful dance hall, with 3,500 square foot hardwood floor, extra room for socializing and meeting new people, easy access, great parking. Web site: http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/.
Oakland - Waltz - East Bay: East Bay Waltz is a social dance night that happens every 2nd and 4th Saturday at the Oakland Veterans Hall (moving to the Finnish Hall in Berkeley, 1970 Chestnut Street in June, 2010). We play Waltz and related dances, Tango, Blues, and Swing with Lessons every week in one of the basic dances. Lessons run from 7-9pm. Beginner lessons are always available as well as an Intermediate class for more advanced dancers. $12 for both the classes and the dance, $8 for the dance (students pay $8 for the entire evening). Please bring non-marking shoes to dance in. Attire is casual, and water will be provided. Web site: http://www.eastbaywaltz.com/.
Oakland - Squares: Dances on 1st and 3rd Fridays from 8pm to 10pm at 6501 Telegraph Ave (off of Alcatraz). At the fabulous (and intimate) Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library. $5-10 sliding scale. Web site: http://squirrellystringband.com/.
Oakland - Squares - Family: Dances from 6:00-7:30 pm with a $10-20 donation per family or $5 per person. All simple, family-favorite dances with every move taught and prompted! Some simple enough that even babes in arms can do. at 6501 Telegraph Ave (off of Alcatraz). At the fabulous (and intimate) Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library. Web site: http://squirrellystringband.com/.
Oakland - Dare to Be Square West: Weekend of dances, workshops, performances. Web site: http://www.daretobesquarewest.org/Dare_to_be_Square_West/Home.html.
Oakland - Circle Left: This dance is gender free. That means we'll be using words besides lady and gent to designate the different roles. This helps people feel more welcome to dance either role or both, and makes it easier to dance with someone of the same gender. Never been to a gender free dance before? Don't worry, you'll pick it up quick! Beginner Lesson at 7:30, Dance 8:00-11:00 pm. $5 for ages 30 and under, $10 general admission, Or pay what you can. Sponsored by the San Francisco Bay Queer Contra Dance. Location: First Unitarian Church in Oakland: 685 14th Street. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/ or https://www.facebook.com/groups/circleleftcontra/.
Oakland - Charlie Fenton's 70th birthday: Celebration of Charlie Fenton's 70th birthday from 3:00pm to 10:45pm at the First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th Street (at Castro Street),Oakland, CA 94612. Includes, potluck, dancing (several varities), singing and jamming. All my friends are invited, whether they know it or not. Please spread the word. Web site: None.
Oakland - No Snow Ball: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors the annual No-Snow Ball so-named because of the dearth of the white powder in coastal northern California, is a holiday contradance party (modeled after the Concord, MA, Christmas Cotillion) that takes place on the first Saturday evening in December, at Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Avenue in Oakland. Dances are called by Santa Claus and one of his assistants, with music provided by several of Santa's favorite helpers. Festive dress is encouraged for the event. Details: The event will begin with a half hour of couples dancing (to the live music of Celtic Spring) from 6:30 to 7p.m. Contra dancing will go from 6 to 10 p.m., with a delightfully sumptuous snack break in the middle! Admission is $30 for non-members, $25 for members, $20 for students, Ages 5 and under FREE (as of 2012). There's a newcomer's welcome at 7:00 pm. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/events/index.html#nsb.
Oakland - Squares - Oakland Museum: Square dancing is one of the activities at the Friday Nights @ OMCA at the Oakland Museum, 1000 Oak Street, at 10th Street, Oakland. Check site for times and other details. Web site: http://museumca.org.
Oakland - American Ceilidh: Dance at the Niebyl-Proctor Marxist Library, 6501 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, California 94609 from 2pm to 6pm. Dance many of our favorites including rollicking English Country dance, exuberant Irish ceili dance, and invigorating partner dances such as waltz, polka, and schottische. Most of all though, we're out to have a good time and put the party back into our dance. $10 admission. Please consider bringing food or drink to share. Both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks welcome. Everyone is welcome to come regardless of identity, background, or experience. Everyone is free to ask anyone to dance any role they'd like and group dances will be taught. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/538836659824233/.
Oakland - Squares - Oakland Museum - Gold Panning: Square dance from 3pm to 4pm as part of the Gold Panning Hoedown event that runs from 1pm to 4pm. There’s gold panning, tours, and music from 1-4pm. The square dance is family friendly. Web site: http://museumca.org.
Oakland - Teen Dance: Jam, games and dance at TBA in Oakland. 6:30 Music Jam and Games, 8-10 Dance, 10pm Snacks. Great way to meet other teens!. Learn fun, easy dances from a dance caller, then dance to live fiddle music. You don’t need to bring a partner, sometimes you dance in pairs, but you mix around each time and it's a really great teen community. Teen acoustic music jam before the dance, with warm-up games in the other room. •COST: $10 PayPal, or at the door. Register and more Info at Web site: http://www.bacds.org/teen.
Ojai: The Ojai Center for the Arts presents dances on an occasional basis at the Art Cetner, 113 South Montgomery Street. Dance is from 7:30pm - 10:30pm, with Intro class @ 7PM. Admission $9, Art Center members $8 Teens $5. For information: Karin at karincontra@juno.com or (805) 933-0660. Web site: http://www.ojaiartcenter.org/dance/.
Ojai - New Year's Eve: The Ojai Center for the Arts presents a New Year's Eve Dance dances on an occasional basis at the Art Cetner, 113 South Montgomery Street. Introduction lesson will start the evening off with hors d'oeurvres from 7:30-8:00pm. Live music and dancing will continue from 8:00 pm 'til midnight with special entertainment and refreshments during the break! We welcome newcomers and No partners are necessary. Admisssion: $18 for advance sale (send check to Karin Dron, 14650 Sisar Rd, Ojai, Ca. 93023); $20 at the door; $15 teens. For further information : Karin at karincontra@juno.com or phone (805) 933-0660 Web site: http://www.ojaiartcenter.org/dance/.
Orange - Chapman College: Dance is part of the free family-friendly concert series. Live on the Wells Fargo Stage on the Attallah Piazza. (In the center of campus, in front of Leatherby Libraries). Free Event Parking! Bring Your Own Picnic! Campus opens for picnicking at 5 p.m. Concerts run from 6:30-8 p.m., with a 15-minute intermission. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and picnics and join the fun! Barbecue grills and smoking are prohibited on the Chapman University campus. For more information, call (714) 744-7677. Free contra dancing lessons at 5:30 p.m. provided by The Living Tradition. Contra dancing has its roots in the Celtic and English folk dancing of yore. It's social, fun and free! Web site: http://www.chapman.edu/events/summer-concert-series.aspx.
Pacific Grove - Ecological Farming Association: On odd-numbered years the Ecological Farming Association holds a contra dance as their social event for attendees of their annual conference in Merrill Hall at the Asilomar Conference Center, in Pacific Grove. The Ecological Farming Association will hold a contra dance as a social mixer for their annual conference at Asilomar, in Pacific Grove, CA. Hundreds of organic growers and sustainable farming advocates will gather to dance in historic Merrill Hall on the Asilomar conference center grounds. This is a PRIVATE EVENT for registered dancers only. If you wish to attend there are a limited number of passes for registered 'dance ambassadors' to partner with conference attendees and to facilitate the dancing of contras at this event. Only dance ambassadors who have registered in advance will be authorized to attend this dance. To learn more, send an email to Greg McKenzie at: grekenzie@gmail.com requesting a registration form. You will receive instructions and a code number to verify your admission to the event. Please join contra dancers in the Monterey Bay community to welcome and celebrate with some of the good folks who grow our food. Please enjoy yourself, and help your partner silently with a gentle lead in the correct direction. There is no charge for contra dancers. There is no parking on the Asilomar grounds so please park off site and walk one or two blocks to Merrill Hall. Ride-pooling is always encouraged. Dancing begins at 9:00 PM and runs until about 11:30 PM. Questions? Contact Greg McKenzie at gregmck@earthlink.net> or (831) 325-7627. For more information about the Eco-Farm Conference call (831) 763-2111. Web site: http://eco-farm.org. OR http://montereycdc.webs.com/.
Pacific Grove - Good Old Days Street Fair: A contra dance from to 2pm to 3pm in front of the Post Office on the Saturday of this event is one of the activities that is part of this fair. Good Old Days massive street festival and fair takes place in downtown Pacific Grove and features over 60 bands and shows over five stages, 225 Arts and Crafts vendors and 35 food vendors. With a parade, fire muster, pie eating contest, benefit breakfast and carnival rides on top of all the great food and entertainment, the Good Old Days offers something for everyone. Web site: https://whatsupmonterey.com/events/community-events/good-old-days/687.
Pacific Palisades: Dances at the Palisades Lutheran Church, 15905 West Sunset Blvd., Pacific Palisades, 90272. Admission $12; Students w/ID $8; 12 and Under free. CDSS members $1 off Dance is from 8:00PM-11:00PM with a lesson at 7:30PM. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Palm Springs - Sunrise Community Center: Gender-free contra dance at the Center from 7:00pm to 10:30pm. Cost: Suggested $10-$15 per person, sliding scale, or pay what you can at the door. We encourage this as a sober event, and since many folks are sensitive to fragrances, scent-free dancing is greatly appreciated. Youngsters are welcome to attend, but we request that non-dancing children be supervised by an adult. Light refreshments and snacks will be available during the break, mid-way through the dance. The dance will take place in the smaller of the two ballrooms at Sunrise Park Community Center, 401 S. Pavilion Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262. The ballroom is located just East of Sunrise Way, between E. Baristo Rd. and E. Ramon Rd. There will be plenty of free public parking. If you have further questions and would like to contact the local organizer, call 413-204-4931. If you would like to contact the community center itself, you can call 760-323-8272. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/1144569672235673/.
Palm Springs - Swing and Mix: Free Contra Dance at Palm Springs Swing and Mix at the Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, California 92262, from 8 PM - 11 PM PDT. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/140784639801343/.
Palo Alto: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors dances at the First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Avenue (at Webster Street) on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Saturdays of the month. Time: 8 p.m. with a free half-hour lesson beginnning at 7:30pm. Price: Supporter: $15; Regular: $10 on Friday/Saturday/Sunday, $9 on weeknights; Member Discount: $2 from regular prices; Student/Low-income: $5 or pay what you can. Please wear clean shoes with non-marking soles. Information for newcomers. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/.
Palo Alto - Peninsula Gender Free: Dances at Parish Hall at All Saints Episcopal Church, 555 Waverley St, Palo Alto, CA 94301 from 7pm to 10:30pm. 7:00PM - 7:30PM: Free beginners' lesson; 7:30PM - 10:30PM: Dancing! Marvelous music and delightful dancing! All skill levels are welcome, and no partner is needed. All dances will be taught, and if you can walk, you can dance a contra. About gender free contra: Dances will be called using the roles 'larks' and 'ravens'. Anyone can dance any role, and any role can ask anyone dance. You can stick one role, or try both. Many people will swap roles over the course of the evening, or even within a single dance! Web site: https://www.lcfd.org/sf/circleleft.html.
Palo Alto - Halloween: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors a Halloween dance at the Palo Alto Masonic Temple, 461 Florence St. (off University) downtown Palo Alto - bring potluck treats, wear a costume to compete for The Ron Award. Special admission prices for this dance. Information for newcomers. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/.
Palo Alto - Waltz: Introductory (To get the most from this class, try to start at 7:15pm) and intermediate classes from 7:15pm to 9:00pm with dancing from 9:00pm to midnight (sometimes one or both classes may not occur). Excellent first time class. Recorded music, generally. Starting in 2018, $12 for dance and classes. $10 for dance only from 9 pm to midnight. $10 for students at all times. Classes start at 7:15. Tips and tricks demo at 10:30. These rates may vary depending on the occasion. No partner necessary. All Ages. Casual comfortable attire. Under 18 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Ave. Upstairs, Fellowship hall, entrance on right of courtyard, facing away from street. Friday Night Waltz is a high energy dance that features mainly Waltzes in the dances and classes, along with other dances like Polka, One Step, Swing, Salsa, Cha Cha, Lindy, and Tango. Casual comfortable attire. Attendance is between 130 and 190. Average age is about 30 or so. People come from San Francisco, Berkeley, San Jose, Santa Cruz, SantaRosa, and Oakland. We usually have two simultaneous classes from 7 to 9, introductory and intermediate, followed by 3 hours of dancing starting at 9pm. Want to trade a few minutes of help for free admission? Emailinfo@FridayNightWaltz.com. Web site: http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/.
Palo Alto - New Year's Eve: Special dance at the First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Ave (near Middlefield Rd), Palo Alto. The fun starts at 8p and keeps on going until 12:15a, 2014! Price is $20 ($16 for members, $10 for students). Potluck contributions are welcome to supplement the provided refreshments — your chance to show off! Please bring a potluck contribution to supplement the provided refreshments. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Palo Alto - Waltz Class - Richard Powers: Waltz class with Richard Powers and Mirage Marrou on five Tuesday nights at the First United Methodist Church, downtown Palo Alto. The beginning waltz class is at 7pm. Additional classes (Lindy Hop and Salsa) are available later in the evening at an additional cost. $25 for Stanford students; $40 for non-students; for each of the three courses. Web site: http://socialdance.stanford.edu/tuesday/.
Palo Alto - Contra College: Contra College is a weekend focused on contra dance skills for new, intermediate, and experienced dancers. New insights to improve your own dancing, and learn how to help everyone grow as dancers! Held in mid-January at the First United Methodist Church of Palo Alto. Register in advance. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Palo Alto - Contra College - Evening Dances: Free evening contra dance from 7pm to 10pm with calling by Contra College participants. Location: Woman's Club of Palo Alto, 475 Homer Ave, Palo Alto, CA. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Palo Alto - Contra College - Spring Session: One day, day-long event. Register in advance. Location: Woman's Club of Palo Alto, 475 Homer Ave, Palo Alto, CA. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
Palo Alto - Waltz Weekend: [I'm not sure that this is a weekend; it may be one day -- Charlie] Waltz workshops during the day and an evening of waltz. Register in advance recommended. Location: The First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301. Web site: http://socialdance.stanford.edu/danceweeks/waltzweekend2012.htm.
Palo Alto - Memorial celebration and dance for Vanessa Schnatmeier: Location: First United Methodist Church of Palo Alto, CA, 625 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, California 94301. Doors open 3:45; talking portion of program at 4:00. (Going on to 4:30 or longer depending on how many people want to speak). Display dance performances by Mad Molly, Goat Hill, and Deer Creek; English dancing, Regency dancing, and contra dancing, finishing at 7:00. Some refreshments provided; potluck refreshments welcome. Free, of course; thanks to BACDS for donating hall rent, and to many musicians and callers for donating their services. Co-hosted by Alan Winston and Mad Molly. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/222343381238670/.
Palo Alto - Waltz/Swing Classes: Series of seven classes on Tuesdays at 7pm at the The First United Methodist Church, 625 Hamilton Avenue, between Webster and Byron. 4-count, 6-count and Triple Swing, then Cross-Step and Rotary Waltz. Also, classes at 8pm for Swing, Waltz, Latin, and Club dancing and 9pm for Salsa and Cha Cha. Separate fee for each class series. Web site: http://richardpowers.com/workshops.htm.
Palo Alto - Waltz - Special: Waltz and More - 6:30 – 7:00 Introduction to waltz for new dancers; 7:00 – 9:30 Open waltzing and more – schottische, polka, hambo, . zweifacher and other couples dances on request. Admission: $10; Students: $5. Location: All Saints Episcopal Church, 555 Waverley Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301. For more information email Bob Green at bobgreen@swbell.net - Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/222343381238670/.
Palo Alto - Memorial Dance for James Candlin: Event from 2pm to 6pm at the Lucie Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. RSVP via email to the.brygs@sbcglobal.net or phone 408.379.9491. Contra and English. See site for details. Web site: http://bacds.org/events/jamescandlinmemorial/.Palo Alto - Squares - El Camino Reelers: The El Camino Reelers present a series of "Fun Nights" -- no-experience-needed square dance parties. Callers will teach you everything you need to know that evening: squares, contras and more, with some surprises for experienced dancers. Not just square dancing! 7:30-9:30 pm at St Andrew's United Methodist Church, 4111 Alma St, Palo Alto, CA 94306. $8 at the door or pay what you can. Web site: http://www.reelers.org/.
Palo Alto - Living Wisdom High School: Dance to support the school's upcoming service trip to Scotland. Location: Cubberly Community Center, Gymnasium B, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, California. Event begins at 7pm. Contributions: $15-$25 adults; $5 to $15 for kids, students, and seniors.
Pasadena: Dances at the Skandia Hall, 2031 East Villa St. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. However, 5th Saturday dances do not include pre-dance instruction and are zesty dances for experienced dancers. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission is $15. (CDSS members $14). Full-time students with ID, $9. Admission subject to change. Dance begins at 7:00pm and ends as 11:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Pasadena - After The Frog: After the Frog is a special dance at the Pasadena Masonic Temple, 200 South Euclid Street held after the official end of the Fiddling Frog dance weekend. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission is $15. Admission subject to change. Dance begins at 7:00pm and ends as 10:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Pasadena - Fiddling Frog: The Fiddling Frog Dance Festival is an annual dance weekend which brings together great bands, callers, and dancers. We can't guarantee the weather, but we're also known for reuniting dancers from colder climates with their summer clothing. The event is held at the Pasadena Masonic Temple in late February/early March. Preregistration is required. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org/fiddling-frog/.
Pasadena - Caltech: Dances at the Caltech campus in Dabney Hall, 1200 E California Blvd. Dabney Hall is building 40 on the campus map (download the pdf). Parking is available in buildings 124 and 66, and is free after 5 pm. A beginner session will start at 7:30 PM. Usually, the lesson lasts half an hour, but due to the large number of new dancers, the lesson may go longer. Experienced dancers are encouraged to show up for the beginner lesson to help out the new dancers. There will be a break for snacks around 9:30, and the dance will end at 11. You can stop by for any portion of the evening, but inexperienced dancers will have an easier time if they come to the lesson at 7:30. Admission: Admission is free for everyone with a Caltech ID. Admission is $5 with a non-Caltech student ID, and $10 for everyone else. Contra dancing is an aerobic activity, so wear something that you can move around in and don't mind getting a bit sweaty. T-shirts and shorts or twirly skirts are typical, but anything comfortable is fine (if you wear a very twirly skirt, you may want to wear shorts underneath). Water is provided, but you may want to bring your own water bottle for convenience. Shoes should have non-marking soles, and any heels should be short and thick. Sneakers are perfectly fine, but some dancers prefer soles with a little bit less traction. I personally like character shoes. Info: Emma Wollman (ewollman at caltech dot edu). Web site: http://www.contra.caltech.edu.
Pasadena - New Year's Eve: At Skandia Hall, 2031 E. Villa, Pasadena from 7pm-12:30am with a New Year's Celebration at Midnight. Special Event $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Full Time Students w/ ID $15. CDSS Members $24 in advance, $29 at the door. Contact: Michael Baird at michael.joseph.baird@gmail.com or 818-929-7781. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Pasadena - Empty Bowls Benefit: At Skandia Hall, 2031 East Villa, Pasadena. Doors open at 5:00 PM Dinner 5:30-6:30 PM Beginner dance lesson 6:30-7:00 PM Contra dance 7:00-11:00 PM. Enjoy a simple communal meal, then the dance – all to help fight hunger in LA. Empty Bowls is an international project to fight hunger. You will choose a bowl to use for dinner and to keep as a reminder that there are always empty bowls in the world. In exchange for the meal and the bowl, you are asked to donate a minimum of $15. After the dinner, there will be a contra dance with live music. The dance will be available at a reduced rate to participants in the Empty Bowls dinner. All of the profits from the CDC Empty Bowls Dinner and Contra Dance will go to the Westside Shelter & Hunger Coalition, a non-profit, volunteer organization committed to ending hunger and homelessness. This event is supported in part by the Outreach Fund of the Country Dance and Song Society - www.cdss.org. For more information, contact Michael Baird at michael.joseph.baird@gmail.com or 818-929-7781 - Empty Bowls Dinner – suggested minimum donation of $15/ bowl. Empty Bowls Dance – $15 general admission, $10 for Dinner participants; (Students $10, $5 for Dinner participants). Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Pasadena - Throop Unitarian Universalist Church : Dances at Throop Unitarian Universalist Church ( 300 S Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101. Time: 7:30-10:30, instruction at 7:00. Admission: $10.00, students with ID $7, under age 18 free. CDSS members, $1 off. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Paso Robles: Paso Robles Barn Dances are hosted by Arlen Bass and Risa Kaiser and held at Oak Creek Commons Common House, 635 Nicklaus St. in Paso Robles, California. For more information on the next dance, call Arlen Bass at 239-9134 or Risa Kaiser at 602-2929. Donation: $7 adults, children free Snacks welcomed. 7:00pm-9:00pm. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Paso-Robles-Contra-Dances/164967943563420.
Pescadero: Dance is part of a work party day at the Pie Ranch. The work party starts at 2pm. We offer an optional farm tour at 4pm that begins at the upper slice toolshed ($5/person). The potluck starts at 5 PM PST, or 6 PM PDT, depending on whether we're on daylight time or standard time, and then the dance follows from 6-9 PM PST or 7-10 PM PDT. Cost for the dance is $15–20 per person on a sliding scale; everyone contributes what they can! Please note that an RSVP is recommended but not required and is helpful for our own planning purposes. Nobody will be turned away. Payment with CASH or Checks only please. Plenty of instructions and advice on the web site. Web site: http://www.pieranch.org.
Petaluma - 1st Sunday: The North Bay Country Dance Society sponsors dances on the 1st Sunday of the month at St John’s Episcopal Church, 40 5th St, Petaluma, CA, 94952 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm except as noted, with a 6:00pm lesson for newcomers. Regular dance admission: $12 adults, $10 members; $5 adults under 30, FT students w/ ID or financial hardship; $2 ages 6–17; under 6 free. Our Contra Dances are easy, fun, friendly and inclusive. All dances are taught and prompted, with live music. No experience is necessary; if you can walk, you can dance! Come alone or bring a friend: No partner is required, no costumes, no classes; just wear comfortable clothes and dancing shoes which are low, smooth-soled, comfortable and that do not mar or scratch or damage. No running shoes or shoes with tread are allowed. First-timers are encouraged to come early for an orientation, and for simpler dances early in the evening. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Petaluma - California Bluegrass Association Winter Music Camp: is held in mid-February. It is for advanced-beginners and intermediate players (see the Instructors page for definitions) who want to improve their instrumental or vocal skills and work on jamming with others. There are classes throughout the day and evening activities include staff and student concerts, an old time dance, and lots of jamming. Pre-registration is required. Web site: http://www.cbamusiccamp.org/.
Petaluma - Hootenanny: Grab some friends and come out to the Petaluma Phoenix and dance to professional barn dance music! Bring an instrument- we will also be having plenty of jam sessions! Here is the schedule... 5-6. Big jam session;6-6:30. Homebrew (local band); 6:45-7:15. Skiffle Symphony (local band);7:15-8:15. Dancing with members of ContraPtion and StringFire; 8:15-8:45. Intermission/jamming; 8:45-10. More dancing. This event is all-ages, and costs 7-10 dollars. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/The.North.Bay.Hootenanny.
Petaluma - Walker Creek Music Camp - Spring: Two fun music camps a year, held at Walker Creek Ranch near Petaluma, CA, for students of all ages who love to play (and/or sing) bluegrass, oldtime, & country music, with occasional forays into other related styles--by popular camp director Ingrid Noyes. Web site: http://www.walkercreekmusiccamp.org/.
Petaluma - Walker Creek Music Camp - Fall: Two fun music camps a year, held at Walker Creek Ranch near Petaluma, CA, for students of all ages who love to play (and/or sing) bluegrass, oldtime, & country music, with occasional forays into other related styles--by popular camp director Ingrid Noyes. Web site: http://www.walkercreekmusiccamp.org/.
Petaluma - Contra Dance Band Workshop: Along with fellow musicians learn and rehearse fiddle tunes under the gentle guidance of two of the leading contemporary musicians playing on the national contra dance circuit today. Then be a part of the band that plays for the first half of that evening’s contra dance, and feel the elation and joy of watching dancers dance to your music! Workshop is from 1pm to 4pm (dance is from 6:30pm to 9:30pm). Fee: $45-55 Per day - Sliding scale. Sheet music will be provided prior to workshop. Sight-reading skills useful but not required. All instruments and levels of musicians are welcome. Please bring your own music stand. Keyboardists, please bring your own monitor. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Petaluma - Friends of the Petaluma River: Special benefit barn dance from 6pm to 9pm at the David Yearsley River Heritage Center Steamer Landing Park, Petaluma. The cost is Adults: $25, Youth: $10. It includes a Chicken Diner from Rocky and Rosie Chicken Food Truck. Join Friends of the Petaluma River for a traditional barn dance to celebrate the history of Petaluma and its River. Sales go to supporting the nature programming at the River Heritage Center. Web site: http://friendsofthepetalumariver.org.
Petaluma - Squares - Tara Firma Farms: A fundraiser dance for the Tara Firma Farms Institute to help fund farm connection and experiences for youth. Eats at 6:00pm, Tara Firma Farms BBQ with vegetarian options available for purchase. Come early and tour the farm from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm! Dancing from 7:00 pm-10:00 pm. All levels encouraged. $20/ Person; $15/ Person for Farm Members (call or email for discount code). Donation Bar. $10 Corkage. Please carpool, and come on into the farm, there is no parking on I Street. Please bring WARM clothes for when the sun goes down and shoes appropriate for a farm. Please don't bring dogs and outside alcohol. Thank you and see you there! Web site: http://tarafirmafarms.com.
Petaluma - New Year's Eve: New Year’s Eve Party at St. John’s Episcopal Church – Petaluma, 40 Fifth Street, Petaluma, 94952 United States from 8pm to 12:10am. Special Dance with Scrumptious Feast and Toast at Midnight. Beginner’s Lesson at 7:30pm. Delicious Feast provided by NBCDS at the break. We will toast the new year together with cider at midnight. Prices: $18 NBCDS/CDSS-affiliate members; $20 non-members; $10 under 30, FT students w/ID, and financial hardship; $5 ages 6-17. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Petaluma - Squares - River Montessori Charter School: Square dance fundraiser for the River Montessori Charter School from 5:30pm-8:30pm at the Lagunitas Brewing Company, 1280 N. McDowell Boulevard, Petaluma, Calif. 94954. Web site: http://www.rivermontessoricharter.org.
Petaluma - Camp New Harmony: The San Francisco Folk Music Club sponsors the annual Camp Harmony is a "home-mde" camp with volunteers who lead a workshop, begin a new instrument, join in a jam or sing along. Hike through the woods for meals. Eat some of the dinner you helped prepare. Make new friends over cider in the Reg Room. Make a box, paint a picture, read a book, and do it all surrounded by folks making music and having fun. It is held in late December and early January. http://www.sffmc.org/.
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Pleasanton: Enjoy an afternoon of dance instruction and fun. Appropriate for adults and older children. Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM. Where: Pleasanton Library, 400 Old Bernal Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566. Web site: https://www.cityofpleasantonca.gov/gov/depts/library_and_recreation/default.asp.
Point Reyes: West Marin Commons presents dances at the Toby's Feed Barn, 11250 Highway One, beginning at 7:30pm. Admission: adults $10-$15 on a slidling scale; $25 family; $5-$10 for students and seniorsxo. Web site: http://www.westmarincommons.org/barndancehub.
Point Reyes - Squares - Every Folk: Every Folk is a weekend camp for grown ups to explore traditional music and culture. Register in advance. A square dance is one of the activities at the camp. Web site: https://www.everyfolk.com/.
Portola Valley - Portola Valley Vineyards: Dancing will go from 6-7:30. Bring a picnic to enjoy before the dance from 5-6. We will pour tastes of our currently released wines, and wine will also be available to purchase by the bottle. Parking is limited, so please consider carpooling if you know others attending the dance, or biking or walking if you live close by. This event is for people of all ages -- kids are welcome! Location: Portola Vineyards, 850 Los Trancos Road, Portola Valley, CA 94028. Web site: http://www.portolavineyards.com.
Redding: Community Contra Dance with Live Music Presented by the Redding International Folk Dancers at 7:00 p.m. Special location: Palo Cedro IOOF/Rebekah Hall - On the Corner of Hwy 44 and Silverbridge Rd. Lesson at 7:00 pm Called Dances: 7:30 - 10:00 pm; $8 Adult $4 Student. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Come on your own, or as a couple. Beginners are very welcome. Web site: http://www.reddingfolkdance.blogspot.com/.
Redlands: Dance at the University Hall, University of Redlands, Redlands, CA, 92373 with contra instruction at 7:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm-10:15pm. This Family Friendly dance is open to Students and Community Members; New and Experienced dancers ~ all are welcome and encouraged to attend! Contact: Steve Klein at (909) 793-6094 or Klein_stephen@hotmail.com - Web site: None.
Redwood City: Family dance at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2124 Brewster Avenue from 7:00pm to 9:30om. with a mix of circles, squares, and contras. $8/adults, $5/children over 5 & students; Children 5 & under free, max $25/family. All ages welcome, no experience necessary. Wear comfortable shoes. Refreshments provided, contributions welcome. Also, we could use a volunteer or two to help with set-up and during the first 30 minutes or so of the dance. Please let me or Alan know if you can help out. E-mail rsimplach@gmail.com or asimplach@gmail.com or call 650-556-1951. Web site: None.
Riverside: Dances at All Saints Episcopal Church, 3847 Terracina Drive on the 1st Sunday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission is $9, students with ID, $7. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 3:30pm and dancing from 4:00pm to 7:00pm with a potluck to follow the dance. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Rowland Heights - Squares: No rhythm? No problem. The caller and band will have you swinging and do-si-doing in no time to traditional American square dance music. Bring your dancing shoes! Or if dancing's not your thing, show up with your guitar, banjo or fiddle and play along with the band! JAM Session from 6:00-7:30 pm. Open dance floor from 7:30-9:00 pm. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. JAM Sessions are participatory and centered around movement and music. All JAMs are FREE, and all ages and skill levels are welcome. Location: Rowland Heights Community Center, 18150 E. Pathfinder Rd., Rowland Heights, CA 91748. Web site: http://fordtheatres.org.
Sacramento - 2nd Saturday: The Sacramento Country Dance Society hosts dances on 2nd Saturdays. Dances are from 7-10 pm, with a beginners’ lesson at 6:30pm. in the Coloma Community Center, 4623 T. Street. Cost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). Beginners attending workshop get a half-off coupon for next dance. All dances are taught and prompted. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014 or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
Sacramento - 4th Saturday: The Sacramento Country Dance Society hosts dances on 4th Saturdays. Dances are from 7pm to 10pm, beginner's workshop 6:30, in the Coloma Community Center, 4623 T. Street. Cost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). Beginners attending workshop get a half-off coupon for next dance. All dances are taught and prompted. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014 or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
Sacramento - 5th Saturday: The Sacramento Country Dance Society hosts dances on some 5th Saturdays. Dances are from 7pm to 10pm., beginner's workshop 6:30 in the Coloma Community Center, 4623 T. Street. Cost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). Beginners attending workshop get a half-off coupon for next dance. All dances are taught and prompted. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014 or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
Sacramento - Zesty: The Sacramento Country Dance Society hosts zesty contra dances on 5th Saturdays. Dances are from 7pm to 10pm. No beginner's workshop. Faster pace for experienced dancers who really want to move! Dances are in the Clunie Clubhouse, 601 Alhambra Blvd. (McKinley Park--Alhambra Boulevard and F Street). Cost: $12 for adults; $8 for college students with ID; $5 for dancers under 18; $25 maximum for families (cash or check). All dances are taught and prompted. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014 or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
Sacramento - New Year's Eve: Special New Year's Eve Contra Dance Celebration! From 8pm to 11:59pm. Special donation: $15 for adults; $10 for college students with ID; $8 for high school students with ID; $35 maximum for families. Coloma Community Center 4623 T Street Sacramento, CA 95819. This event is accessible to people with disabilities. Information: Sue or David (916) 739-8906. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/.
Sacramento - Halloween: The Sacramento Country Dance Society host a special Halloween dance. Dance is from 8 to 11 p.m. (assumed). Dances are in the Clunie Clubhouse, 601 Alhambra Blvd. (McKinley Park--Alhambra Boulevard and F Street). $12 donation. All dances are taught and prompted. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014 or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
Sacramento - Special: The Sacramento Country Dance Society hosts a special contra dance. Dances are from 8 to 11 p.m., beginner's workshop 7:30, in the Coloma Community Center, 4623 T. Street. Special Donation: $12 for adults; $10 for college students with ID; $8 for high school students with ID; $30 maximum for families. Beginners attending workshop get a half-off coupon for next dance. All dances are taught and prompted. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014 or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
Sacramento - Family: The Sacramento Country Dance Society hosts a family dance from 2:00pm – 3:30pm at the Coloma Community Center, 4623 T Street, Sacramento, CA. Children and beginners are especially encouraged to attend. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
San Diego: The group San Diego Folk Heritage sponsors dances at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 3030 Thorn Street on 1st and 3rd Fridays and 2nd and 4th Saturdays. There are free music jams from 6:00pm to 7:00pm on 2nd Saturday dances. All dances are taught and called to live music 8:00-11:00 pm. All dances have a free dance workshop from 7:30-8:00 PM. [Beginning on September 10, 2016, the schedule changes slightly. Friday Schedule: Free Introductory Lesson: 7:30 to 8pm; Contra Dance: 8 to 11pm; Break for Refreshments: 9:30 to about 9:50pm. Saturday Schedule: Free Introductory Lesson: 7 to 7:30pm; Contra Dance: 7:30 to 10:30pm; Break for Refreshments: 9 to about 9:20pm.] For additional information, call (619) 283-8550. Admission $10 (unless noted) students or military w/ ID - $4 or $5 off (more for special events, out of town callers or bands, etc. - check site for details). Wear cool, comfortable clothes (shorts and skirts). This is an aerobic activity! Web site: http://www.sandiegocontra.org.
San Diego - Sam Hinton Folk Festival: is sponsored by San Diego Folk Heritage and is held every May featuring concerts, Contra Dances, storytelling, and educational workshops. Web site: http://www.sdfolkheritage.org.
San Diego - New Year's Eve: New Year's Eve Dance Party! Enjoy appetizers and (non-alcoholic) beverages all evening, and please bring some of your favorite, table-ready "finger foods" to share. Beginners' Session as usual from 7:30 to 8 p.m.; the dance runs from 8 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. and concludes with a Circle Dance at midnight. Tickets will be available at San Diego Contra and English Country Dances and at the door - email sdfhcontradance@gmail.com for details about reserving tickets if you are coming from out of town. Admission is $25 for dance. Location: Trinity United Methodist Church, 3030 Thorn Street, San Diego, CA 92104. Please wear soft-soled shoes to protect the dance floor. Web site: http://sandiegocontra.org/.
San Diego - Balboa Park - Springfest: Drop in for a fun afternoon/evening of International Dances along with contra dancing. Great family activity. Students Free. Teaching from 12:00 noon until 5:00 pm. Followed by a party and live music until 9:00. Catered Dinner Available for Purchase on site. Web site: http://www.hofshi.net/idasdc/.
San Diego - Waltz - Class: Friday evenings from 7:30 — 9:45 pm in Balboa Park's Casa del Prado, room 207, 1650 El Prado, San Diego. Our usual format: 45-minute Lesson (Beginner/Int); Open Dancing, Mixers and Requests; $2 entry. Free for first-timers. Always free for Students & Military w/ID.; includes light refreshments. All ages and skill levels welcome. No partner needed (we rotate). Comfortable casual clothing recommended, along with flat or low-heeled shoes that allow you to easily pivot and slide. Come dance with us! Web site: http://waltznsuch.org/classes.html.
San Diego - Old Town San Diego State Heritage Park: Dances are sometimes part of events at the Park (location: San Diego Avenue and Twiggs Street in San Diego). Web site: http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=663.
San Diego - Waltz - English County Class: Regency/Empire basket waltz positions including basic turning steps and mainly cross-step waltzes - that are the most appropriate for the waltzes played at ECD balls and gatherings. Location: RB Swim and Tennis Club, 16955 Bernardo Oaks Dr, San Diego, California 92128. Admission is free but this class, from 5pm to 6pm, is just before the regular dance class for which admission is charged. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/465784753524418/.
San Dimas: Bring your family and friends for an evening of Folk Music and Dancing, Silent Auction and Great Western Buffet. Get your picture taken at the OK Corral. Prize awarded for the Best Western Attire. Enjoy an evening with Tom Moore leading you in the simple steps of Contra Dance; if you can walk and know your right foot from your left, you can dance these steps. Food donations for our Community Food Pantry will be accepted for your entry fee. Location: United Church of Christ, 216 San Dimas Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773 Time: 6:00pm to 8:30pm. Web site: http://sandimaschamber.chambermaster.com.
San Francisco: The Bay Area Country Dance Society sponsors dances at St. Paul's Church, 43rd Avenue at Judah Street, at 8pm with a free half-hour lesson at 7:30pm, on 1st and 3rd Saturdays and 4th Fridays. Price: Supporter: $15; Regular: $10 on Friday/Saturday/Sunday, $9 on weeknights; Member Discount: $2 from regular prices; Student/Low-income: $5 or pay what you can. Please wear clean shoes with non-marking soles. Information for newcomers. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/san_francisco/.
San Francisco - Free Folk Festival: is held at Everett Middle School at 450 Church Street (between 16th and 17th Streets), San Francisco in mid-June and includes songwriters, music workshops, dance workshops and evening dances. Web site: http://www.sffolkfest.org.
San Francisco - SFBQCD: The San Francisco Bay Area Queer Contra Dance hosts dances at the Women's Building, 3543 18th Street on occasional dates. Admission is $10.00 (or pay what you can). Beginners always welcome! Contra basics are taught at the beginning of the dance. For more information or to be added to our e-mail list, contact Arcadia: queercontra [at] gmail [dot] com. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/.
San Francisco - Balance the Bay: The Bay Area Country Dance Society's San Francisco contra weekend is held at the Janet Pomeroy Center, overlooking Lake Merced. Just 2000 feet from the ocean, it is kept cool in summer by sea breezes and coastal fogs. The spacious dance hall has a rubber-pad sprung floor with excellent ventilation and plenty of parking. Its program features high energy contra dancing with nationally-known bands and callers, workshops, and Saturday night dinner. It is held in mid-August. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/camps/.
San Francisco - Squares: Sponsored by the San Francisco Bluegrass & Old-Time Festival. Benefit for veteran caller Bill Martin in his fight against cancer. Doors open at 7 pm and Dancing begins at 7:30 pm at the Swedish American Hall, 1247 Market Street. Web site: http://www.sfbluegrass.org/.
San Francisco - Barn Dance: A hoedown in the city! Community and family friendly! The barn dance will be an assortment of big circles, mixers, easy set and square dances, waltzes, and a few surprises! Everything will be easy, and everything will be taught! There will be treats to eat. We'll have punch to drink, but sorry, no moonshine! Come for the fun! Dance from 8p-11p. Where: St Paul's Presbyterian Church (in the dance hall), 1399 43rd Ave (corner of 43rd & Judah), San Francisco. Prices: $8 BACDS members ($10 for non-members), $5 students or low-income or pay what you can, kids 12 and under free. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
San Francisco - International Association of Gay Square Dance Clubs - Annual Convention: Free, open to the pubic, contra dance from 8pm to 10pm at the San Francisco Marriott Marquis, 55 4th Street, San Francisco (near Powell Street BART station). Standard men/women terminology will be used. All are welcome to dance either role. Part of the annual convention. Web site: http://www.sanfrancisco2013.org.
San Francisco - Inner Sunset Sunday: Contra dance from 3pm to 4:30pm on Irving between 9th and 10th Avenues as part of that afternoon's edition of Inner Sunset Sundays, a community series of outdoor events. Web site: http://www.issundays.org.
San Francisco - Squares - Alley Cat: Dance at Alley Cat Books, back gallery space, 3036 24th St from 7:30pm to 9:30pm in SF's Mission District: a veritable hot bed of South Eastern Dance Traditions. Cost: $5-10 sliding scale, but no one turned away for lack of funds. Cheap beer available! Web site: https://www.facebook.com/FeralFourthFridayDance.
San Francisco - Nepal Benefit: Special Benefit Contra Dance for the DCWC Community Hospital in Rajbash, Nepal, providing earthquake relief and medical care. We will raffle off an Apple Watch and auction off a beautiful Tibetan thangka painting of a Kalachakra Mandala. And more thangkas for sale. Everyone is invited: 7:30 Beginner/newcomer lesson; 8:00 Dance! Admission: $12 recommended donation. Location: St Paul's Presbyterian Church, 1399 43rd Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/573409432762769/.
San Francisco - Saint Anne Hospital in Benin Benefit: Dance at the Community Music Center, 544 Capp St, San Francisco, California 94110 with a beginners' lesson at 7:30pm and dancing from 8pm to 11:30pm. COST: $15, remember 100% of proceeds go directly to Saint Anne Hospital in Benin. What to wear: shoes you can spin in, comfortable/breathable clothing, and fun twirly skirts! Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/763830817062770/.
San Francisco - Squares - Bluegrass and Old-Time Music Festival: This mostly music event at a number of venues includes a square dance on Saturday night. Web site: https://www.sfbluegrass.com.
San Francisco - Janie's Jumpstart Music Camp: Weekend of lessons and jamming. Web site: http://www.janiesjumpstart.com/.
San Francisco - Squares - Noe Valley: Noe Valley Town Square Square Dance from 3pm to 6pm. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/429108537505878/.
San Francisco - Squares - Bluegrass Pride: Square dance as part of the Bluegrass Pride event at El Rio, 3158 Mission St, San Francisco, California 94110 from 8:15 PM - 10:30 PM PDT. Never been to a square dance before? No worries - all dance moves are taught from scratch before the music starts! Beginners are encouraged (and expected). You dont even need to bring a dance partner. Not your grandparent's square dance! Web site: https://bluegrasspride.net/.
San Francisco - Counter Balance: Special dance from 7pm to 10pm. Admission: $14/12/7. Location: Pomeroy Recreation and Rehabilitation Center, 207 Skyline Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94132. Web site: https://www.bacds.org.
San Jose: Dances from 2:30pm to 5:00pm (intro session at 2:15pm) at the First Unitarian Church of San Jose, 160 N. Third Street, San Jose, CA 95112. Favorite dances (a mix of English and contra) of Jane Austen, George Washington, William Shakespeare, and Henry Ford! All dances will be taught at this beginner-friendly event, and there will also be a few dances throughout the evening for more experienced dancers. Casual dress and comfortable shoes are encouraged. Free parking on street and in city garage one block south of church. $15 supporters, $10 non-members, $8 members, $5 students or low-income or pay what you can. Proceeds to benefit the co-sponsors the Music Program of the First Unitarian Church of San Jose (sanjoseuu.org) and The Bay Area Country Dance Society. Web site: http://www.bacds.org.
San Jose - Waltz: Wednesday evenings in June with classes and dances in different styles (waltz, blues, zydeco) beginning at 7pm and dancing until midnight at the IOOF Hall 1035 Emory Street X The Alameda San Jose 4 blocks off 101 and The Alameda. Parking in rear lot and on street in front. Air conditioned, 1600 square foot oak floor. built in chairs. PA system, very private, quiet, safe, comfortable. great side room for socializing. Light refreshements included. casual comfortable attire. Recorded music. Admission: $10. Web site: http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/.
San Jose - Emma Prusch Farm: Dances at at the Multi-Cultural Center in Emma Prusch Farm Park, 647 South King Rd, San Jose from 7pm to 9pm. $12 general; Free for under 5. Web site: http://www.pruschfarmpark.org/.
San Jose - Flash Mob: Event at is on the concrete patio behind the Martin Luther King Jr. Library (corner of E. San Fernando St. and S. 4th St. in San Jose at San Jose State University. The Library GPS address: 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose 95112) with set up at 3 pm. Dancing from 3:30 - 5:00 pm. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SanJoseCommunityDance/.
San Jose - South Bay: Dances on the third Sundays from 3:00pm to 6:00pm (Newcomers' Introduction at 2:30pm) at the First Unitarian Church of San Jose, 160 N. Third Street, San Jose, CA 95112. Gender free calling (Larks and Robins). All dances will be taught and called at this fun, welcoming, inter-generational event. Adjacent room available for children and family dance before the potluck snack break. All ages welcome. Casual dress and comfortable shoes are encouraged. Free parking on street or pay in city garage one block south of church. If it's your 1st time trying contra and you take the 2:30pm introduction, you get a FREE 2nd dance pass. $20 supporters, $12 non-members, $10 members, $6 students or low-income or pay what you can. Co-sponsored by The First Unitarian Church of San Jose (sanjoseuu.org) and The Bay Area Country Dance Society. Web site: http://www.bacds.org/sbc.
San Jose - Teen Dance: Jam, games and dance at the First Unitarian Church of San Jose, 160 North 3rd Street, San Jose. 6:30 Music Jam and Games, 8-10 Dance, 10pm Snacks. Great way to meet other teens!. Learn fun, easy dances from a dance caller, then dance to live fiddle music. You don’t need to bring a partner, sometimes you dance in pairs, but you mix around each time and it's a really great teen community. Teen acoustic music jam before the dance, with warm-up games in the other room. •COST: $10 PayPal, or at the door. Register and more Info at Web site: http://www.bacds.org/teen.
San Luis Obispo - Contra Carnivale: The Central Coast Country Dance Society sponsors the annual dance weekend, Contra Carnivale in mid-January, which includes jam sessions and couple dances. Pre-registration is required. Web site: http://contracarnivale.org/.
San Luis Obispo: The Central Coast Country Dance Society holds dances on the 2nd Saturday of the month at the Odd Fellows Hall, 520 Dana Street. Contra dance introduction at 6:30pm. Dance 7:00-10:00, $10, Members $5, Students with ID $5, Ages 16 and under free. Web site: http://www.cccds.org/.
San Pedro: Dances at People's Place San Pedro, 365 West 6th Street, San Pedro, CA 90731 with contra instruction at 3:30pm and the dance from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. Admission $10, Students w/ ID $7, Children 12 and under FREE, CDSS members $1 off. Contact: Jerry Wheeler at (562) 310-5087 or tbnjer@aol.com - Web site: http://caldancecoop.org or http://peoplesplacesp.com/location/.
San Rafael: The North Bay Country Dance Society sponsors dances on the 2nd Saturday of the month at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marin, 240 Channing Way, San Rafael, CA from 8:00pm to 10:00pm except as noted, with a 6:30pm lesson for newcomers. Regular dance admission: $12 adults, $10 members; $5 adults under 30, FT students w/ ID or financial hardship; $2 ages 6–17; under 6 free. Our Contra Dances are easy, fun, friendly and inclusive. All dances are taught and prompted, with live music. No experience is necessary; if you can walk, you can dance! Come alone or bring a friend: No partner is required, no costumes, no classes; just wear comfortable clothes and dancing shoes which are low, smooth-soled, comfortable and that do not mar or scratch or damage. No running shoes or shoes with tread are allowed. First-timers are encouraged to come early for an orientation, and for simpler dances early in the evening. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
San Rafael - New Year's Eve: The North Bay Country Dance Society hosts an annual New Year's Eve dance at the Masonic Hall, 1010 Lootens Place, between 4th and 5th Streets from 7:30pm to midnight with instruction during the first half-hour. Admission is $20 for members, $25 for non-members. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org/.
Santa Barbara: On most Sundays the Santa Barbara Country Dance Society sponsors a contra dance at the Carrillo Ballroom, 100 E. Carrillo St, with the typical Sunday evening event including mostly contra dances, maybe a circle mixer, some square dances or Anglo-American barn dances, two waltzes and another couple dance. The regular dance time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Regular admission is $12, members $10, and students to age 24 with $5, 12 and under, free. No discount for festival dances. Special dances may be priced higher. There is a Contra Dance Orientation at 6:00 p.m. and refreshments usually provided (donation requested). Web site: http://www.sbcds.org.
Santa Barbara - Zesty: On most 5th Sundays the Santa Barbara Country Dance Society sponsors a zesty contra dance at the Carrillo Ballroom, 100 E. Carrillo St, with extra half hour of dancing (until 10:00pm) and a somewhat more challenging program. The regular dance time: 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. and the price is $9-10, 13-17 half-price, 12 and under free, although occasionally a dance will be priced higher. There is a Contra Dance Orientation at 6:00 p.m. and refreshments usually provided (donation requested). Web site: http://www.sbcds.org.
Santa Barbara - Christmas Day: On Christmas Day the Santa Barbara Country Dance Society sponsors a contra dance at the at the Carrillo Ballroom, 100 E. Carrillo St. The regular dance time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30p.m. Admission is free. There is a Contra Dance Orientation at 6:00 p.m. and refreshments usually provided (donation requested). Web site: http://www.sbcds.org.
Santa Barbara - Sprung Floor Dance Festival: The Sprung Floor Dance Festival is held in the spring at the Carrillo Ballroom, 100 East Carrillo Street. Pre-registration is not required. Web site: http://www.sbcds.org/sf/index.html.
Santa Barbara - Harvest Moon: is a dance weekend held usually in October at the Carrillo Ballroom, 100 East Carrillo Street. Pre-registration. Web site: http://www.sbcds.org/hm/.
Santa Barbara - Waltz Weekend: At the beautiful Carrillo Ballroom. Only $50!! Attendance is by pre-registration only and will be gender-balanced. The only prerequisite for attendance is knowing any form of basic waltz step. This is the first ever Santa Barbara Country Dance Society sponsored Waltz Weekend. We are proud to bring Richard Powers to the Carrillo Ballroom to teach various waltz moves including traditional turning waltz, cross-step waltz, Viennese waltz, ballroom slow waltz, and sweetheart (shadow) waltz. This weekend workshop is designed to improve your waltz ability regardless of your present level, and is sure to improve your overall dance confidence. Web site: http://www.sbcds.org.
Santa Barbara - Scandinavian: Events at the First Presbyterian Church, 21 East Constance Avenue on the corner of State and Constance, just north of downtown Santa Barbara. Live music all afternoon by Skandia South fiddlers and visiting friends, and instruction by our wonderful Santa Paula Class teaching staff. Everyone is welcome; no experience or partner necessary. Contact Ilse Gilbert, 805-403-8811, ilse.gilbert@gmail.com - Web site: http://www.cs.ucsb.edu/~gilbert/scand/.
Santa Barbara - Oak Park Dance Platform: Thursday Oak Park dances at the Oak Park Dance Platform, on Junipero near Calle Real, behind the park parking lot on Junipero. 6:30pm to 9:30pm. $5. Web site: http://www.sbcds.org.
Santa Barbara - Harvest Faire and Country Marketplace: The Waldorf School of Santa Barbara sponsors this annual event at the School, 7421 Mirano Dr, Goleta, California 93117 from 11am to 4pm. The event (2015) includes contra dancing from 11am to noon and 12:30pm to 2:30pm. Web site: http://www.waldorfsantabarbara.org/.
Santa Cruz - SFBQCD: The San Francisco Bay Area Queer Contra Dance hosts dances at the Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front Street on occasional dates. Admission is $10.00 (or pay what you can). Beginners always welcome! Contra basics are taught at the beginning of the dance. For more information or to be added to our e-mail list, contact Robert: 510.430.2833 or sfcontra [at] hotmail [dot] com. Web site: http://www.lcfd.org/sf/.
Santa Cruz: The Santa Cruz dance sponsors dances at Veterans Memorial Building, 846 Front Street. Everyone is welcome! Partners and dancing experience are not necessary. Wear comfortable, non-marking shoes to protect your feet and our floors - a seperate pair of dance shoes works best. You'll be more comfortable in loose-fitting light-weight clothing. Each of the dozen or so dance forms during the evening are taught and prompted, except for the waltz and hambo. There is a beginner's workshop that begins at 6:40 PM and the dances begin at 7:00pm on 3rd Sundays. Regular dance admission is $10, $9 Members and $6 for full-time students with ID. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/.
Santa Cruz - Wilder Ranch Heritage Harvest Festival: Family Dancing at the Wilder Ranch Heritage Harvest Festival. The event runs from 11am to 4pm (dancing goes for an hour. $6 fee to park in the park; event is free. Free parking outside park on Hwy 1. Wilder Ranch State Park, 1401 Old Coast Road. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/.
Santa Cruz - Waltz - Social Dance: Generally 1st and 3rd Sundays from 4:30pm to 7:00pm at the Palomar Ballroom, 1344 Pacific Ave. downtown Santa Cruz. $5/person, $7/couple, $8/family. All ages and abilities welcome! No partners needed. We rotate partners frequently. Web site: http://peggydance.weebly.com/.
Santa Cruz - Waltz - Social Dance - Saturday: Events on Saturdays starting with a lesson at 7 p.m. and from 8-10 p.m. a dance party. 222 Market St. SCO Center (off Water St. 2 blocks east of Ocean St., Santa Cruz) Tickets at the door: $10/single $16/couple $7/student, senior 65+. All ages and abilities welcome! No partners needed. We rotate partners frequently. Web site: http://peggydance.weebly.com/.
Santa Cruz - Live Oak Grange: Family Barn Dances at the Live Oak Grange, 1900 17th Ave., Santa Cruz. Dinner potluck at 6pm, Dancing 7-8:30pm (family friendly dancing). $10 per person, $15 for two people, $20 per family. More info: Deby.fiddler@gmail.com - Web site: None.
Santa Cruz - Live Oak Grange - Traditional Dancers>: Everyone is welcome at dances held at the Santa Cruz Live Oak Grange, 1900 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062. Partners and dancing experience are not necessary. There is an optional Beginner's Workshop offered 20 minutes before each dance. Wear comfortable, non-marking shoes to protect your feet and our floors - a seperate pair of dance shoes works best. You'll be more comfortable in loose-fitting light-weight clothing. Regular contra dance suggested admission donation is $12, $11 for members and $8 for full-time students with a valid student ID card. Sundays: doors open at 5:30pm, lesson at 5:40pm, dancing starts at about 6:00pm. Fridays: doors open at 6:30pm, lesson at 6:40pm, dancing starts at about 7:00pm. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/.
Santa Cruz - Squares: Dances at the Market Street Theater, 222 Market Street, Santa Cruz. Admission $10; $8 students/seniors; 12 and under free. A Fiddlers Jam Production - info: fiddlersjam@gmail.com or 831-588-6129. Start time is 7pm. Web site: None.
Santa Cruz - Squares - Bike Church: Dances at the Bike Church, 703 Pacific Ave (Enter on Spruce), Santa Cruz, California 95060. Suggested donation $5, no one turned away for lack of funds. Dance is 4pm to 6pm. Web site: None.
Santa Cruz - Squares - Native Sons: Dance at the Native Sons of the Golden West, Santa Cruz Parlor #90, 239 High Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 - (Near the foot bridge over hwy 1). Dance starts at 7:30pm. All dances taught, no experience needed! Web site: None.
Santa Cruz - Market Street Theater: Concert and Square Dance, Two-steps, Waltzes from 7:30pm to 10:30pm at the Market Street Theater, 412 Market Street. The whole sha-bang (concert + dance) is on a $10 sliding scale, encouraging those who have it to help these two down the road, leave money in your pockets to buy recorded music (Newly released "Old Texas Fiddle Vol. 2") and pack the place for a good old fashioned old time square dance. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/862423543814850.
Santa Cruz - Squares - Old Church House: Event at the Old Church House, 429 Pennsylvania Avenue from 7pm to 10pm. Friends and family gather round and dance like wild to fiery old time tunes this special evening! Come for some wholesome, rowdy fun-- no prior square dancin' experience necessary--just bring your buddies, babes and dancin boots. $5 will encourage the band and caller to conjure up this kind of shenanigans for us every month to come, and Chanti Shack Brewing will be serving craft beer for ya. Be there and be square! Web site: None.
Santa Cruz - Waltz - Class: Classes at various levels. Join class anytime, but you will learn better if you attend the whole month series. Location: Vintage Faith Church/The Abbey - 350 Mission St. 6:30pm. Signup through Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation classes.Web site: http://peggydance.weebly.com/.
Santa Cruz - Squares - The Blue Lagoon: Taco Tuesday night with free square dancing at 9pm at The Blue Lagoon, 923 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz. Web site: http://www.thebluelagoon.com/.
Santa Cruz - Squares - Market Street Senior Center: Square dance at the Market Street Senior Center, 222 Market St, Santa Cruz, California 95060 from 7pm to 10pm. Dancing starts at 7:00pm. Second half of the night is honky-tonk two steps! Dances taught and called by Mike Lewinski. $10.00 at the door. Banjo and fiddle workshops before the dance- see separate Facebook event (https://www.facebook.com/events/337305833417133/) for workshop sign ups and RSVPs. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/2046055742337081/.
Santa Cruz - Dancing in the Streets: As part of the Santa Cruz Dance Week, there will be a special "Dancing in the Streets" event from 5:20pm to 9:30pm at Pacific and Cooper Streets, Downtown Santa Cruz with a community dance at 8:40. Web site: http://www.scdanceweek.com.
Santa Cruz - Abbott Square: Outdoor dance in Abbott Square from 6pm to 9pm. Web site: http://santacruzdance.org/.
Santa Cruz - Waltz - Parks and Rec 101: Series of waltz classes - We will learn basics of Slow, Viennese/Rotary and Cross Step Waltz. Classes on Wednesdays from 6:30pm–7:30pm. Web site: http://peggydance.weebly.com/.
Santa Cruz - Waltz - Parks and Rec 201: Series of waltz classes - Elevate your waltzing bliss with more waltz moves. Building on Waltz 1, we’ll add more beginner moves, to create an easy flowing choreography for Slow, Viennese/Rotary and Cross-Step Waltz. Classes on Wednesdays from 6:30pm–7:30pm. Web site: http://peggydance.weebly.com/.
Santa Cruz - Squares - Old Time Music Collective: Dances at the Little Giant Collective, 518 Meder Street, Santa Cruz, California, usually from 7pm to 10pm. ($5 at the door). Web site: https://www.facebook.com/scoldtimemusiccollective/.
Santa Monica - Squares: Come on for a Hoe-Down with this high energy, All-American Blue Grass band. Doors open at 2:30PM - Music from 3-5PM. Come and cut a rug, square and line dance all afternoon! Tickets are $10 for adults / $5 for anyone 55 and over or 18 and under. Students also $5. Address: 1130 Lincoln Boulevard. Web site: http://www.milesplayhouse.org/.
Santa Paula - Scandinavian: Second and Fourth Saturday Dance Class in Santa Paula from 2:00 - 5:00 pm at Briggs School, 14438 W. Telegraph, Santa Paula, a great dance floor in a beautiful country location. Between Ventura and Santa Paula on the 126 freeway, exit at Briggs Rd, then north to Telegraph. Contact: Madeleine Waddell, 805-604-9608, mdejounge@aol.com - Cost: $6 contribution per session to share expenses. Web site: http://www.cs.ucsb.edu/~gilbert/scand/.
Santa Rosa: The North Bay Country Dance Society sponsors dances on the 3rd Friday and 5th Saturday of the month at Monroe Hall, 1400 West College Avenue from 8:00pm to 11:00pm except as noted, with a 7:30pm lesson for newcomers. Regular dance admission: $12 adults, $10 members; $5 adults under 30, FT students w/ ID or financial hardship; $2 ages 6–17; under 6 free. Our Contra Dances are easy, fun, friendly and inclusive. All dances are taught and prompted, with live music. No experience is necessary; if you can walk, you can dance! Come alone or bring a friend: No partner is required, no costumes, no classes; just wear comfortable clothes and dancing shoes which are low, smooth-soled, comfortable and that do not mar or scratch or damage. No running shoes or shoes with tread are allowed. First-timers are encouraged to come early for an orientation, and for simpler dances early in the evening. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Santa Rosa - Faultline Frolic: is an annual dance and music weekend in mid-June sponsored by the North Bay Country Dance Society. Pre-registration required. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Santa Rosa - New Year's Eve: The North Bay Country Dance Society sponsors a New Year's Eve dance at Monroe Hall, 1400 West College Avenue. Beginner's lesson at 7:30pm. Dance from 8:00pm to midnight. Our Contra Dances are easy, fun, friendly and inclusive. All dances are taught and prompted, with live music. No experience is necessary; if you can walk, you can dance! Come alone or bring a friend: No partner is required, no costumes, no classes; just wear comfortable clothes and dancing shoes which are low, smooth-soled, comfortable and that do not mar or scratch or damage. No running shoes or shoes with tread are allowed. First-timers are encouraged to come early for an orientation, and for simpler dances early in the evening. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Seaside - Dance Sampler: Annual dance sampler including contra dancing. 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Oldemeyer Center, 986 Hilby Ave., Seaside, CA. Price: $7.00/per person! Sage Stompers is a square dancing club that meets in Seaside, CA. Each year they hold a "Dance Sampler" to introduce people to several different kinds of dances; this year they will have sessions on square dancing, line dancing, and contra dancing. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/sagestomper.
Sebastopol: The North Bay Country Dance Society sponsors dances on the 4th Saturday of the month at Wischemann Hall, 460 Eddie Lane from 8:00pm to 10:30pm except as noted, with a 7:30pm lesson for newcomers. Sliding Scale: Pay What You Can. No One Turned Away For Lack of Funds. Our Contra Dances are easy, fun, friendly and inclusive. All dances are taught and prompted, with live music. No experience is necessary; if you can walk, you can dance! Come alone or bring a friend: No partner is required, no costumes, no classes; just wear comfortable clothes and dancing shoes which are low, smooth-soled, comfortable and that do not mar or scratch or damage. No running shoes or shoes with tread are allowed. First-timers are encouraged to come early for an orientation, and for simpler dances early in the evening. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Sebastopol - Family Dance: The North Bay Country Dance Society sponsors a family dance at Wischemann Hall, 465 Morris Street, Sebastopol, California from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Simple, fun barn dances (contras, lines, circles). All ages welcome. $5 per person; $10 per family. Stay for the regular evening contra, too. Web site: http://www.nbcds.org.
Sonoma: Contra dance, organized by Lauren Ayers from 7:00 - 10:00 pm. $5 adults; $2 youth (12-21); under 12 free. Sonoma United Methodist Church, 109 Patten Street (at Broadway). Contact Lauren for more info. Web site: None.
Sonoma - Monday: No age too young or too old. Wear comfy shoes and cool clothing (but the hall is now air conditioned). Suggested donation of $5-7, people under 26 years get in free. Location: Grange at 18227 Highway 12 in the Springs, across from Mary's Pizza. From 7 to 9 (if possible, arrive on time, the skill level builds from as the evening progresses). Questions: call Lauren Ayers at 939-9999. Web site: None.
Sonoma - Methodist Church: There's a Barn Dance from 7pm to 10pm at the United Methodist Church on Patten Street at First Street East, Sonoma. It's free if you're under 21; we ask a $5 donation from everyone else that goes to the musicians and caller. There will be circle mixers and contra dances. Web site: None.
Sonoma - Valley Grange Barn Dance: Singles welcome, no experience necessary. Reels & circle mixers taught before the music starts, and caller continues as the band plays. Wear comfortable shoes. Free for people under 21, $5 - $7 donation requested (over 21). Location: Sonoma Valley Grange, 18627 Highway 12, Sonoma, CA. Infomartion: 939.9999 - Web site: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Grange-Barn-Dance/282304565123372.
Sonora: The Tuolumne County Community Dances (contra, ceili, English) are held on the 3rd Saturday of each month, with the dances beginning at 7:30pm (many times, there will be a potluck at 6:30pm) at The Aronos Club, 37 East Elkin Street. Admission is $7. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/groups/271133522930484/.
Sonora - New Year's Eve: The annual New Year's Eve Sonora Community Contra Dance will start at 8:00 PM. Location: Aronos Women’s Club at 37 E. Elkin St. at Stewart St., Sonora, CA. Bring a snack to share other refreshments will be provided. Singles, couples and families are always welcome. Invite some friends and come for a good time and fun evening of traditional country dancing and music. Hope you can make it! Web site: https://www.facebook.com/groups/271133522930484/.
Sonora - Columbia Street Dance The Dance is sponsored by Friends of Columbia and the music and dancing will start about 7:30 on the street in front of the Blacksmith shop. This should be a lot of fun, it sure was last year! We will let you know any other details as we get closer. Web site: http://squaredancer8.wordpress.com.
Sonora - Sierra Outdoor School: We will be putting on a contra dance for the the California Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education at 8:00pm. All of our dancers/musicians are invited to come to the dance which will be held at the Sierra Outdoor School which is located off of Big Hill Rd. (15700 Old Oak Ranch Rd. Sonora, CA 95370) Admission will be free. Please be aware that cell phones/GPS will not work in that area. Web site: None.
Sonora - Chocolate Lovers' Hoedown: Event at the Mother Lode Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Drive Sonora, CA 95370, including dinner, desserts, and dancing from 6pm to 9pm. The dance card will include a selection of line dances, contra dances, circle dances and maybe even a square dance. The Chocolate Lovers’ Hoedown is sponsored by the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Tuolumne County, which holds both silent and live auctions as part of the evening. Tickets are $30 each or four for $100 at Schnoog’s or the Mountain Bookshop in Sonora. Web site: http://www.uuftc.org.
South Pasadena - 3rd Friday: Dances at the South Pasadena War Memorial Building, 435 Fair Oaks Avenue, South Pasadena, 91030 and south of Columbia Street on the 3rd Friday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. $10 general admission, $8 Students and first time dancers, CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. 7:30 instruction; dance 8:00 to 11:00; Light supper with admission starting 7:00 ~ treats at the break too! For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
South Pasadena - 3rd Saturday: Dances at the Women's Club of South Pasadena, 1424 Fremont Avenue on the 3rd Saturday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission $12; full-time students with ID $7; under age 18 free. CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 7:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Jacqui Grennan at 3rdSaturdayContraLA@gmail.com - Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
South Pasadena - 4th Saturday: Dances at the Women's Club of South Pasadena, 1424 Fremont Avenue on the 4th Saturday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission is $12, Students w/ID $8, 12 and Under free. CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 7:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
South Pasadena - Intro to Contra Dance Class:Two series of three classes on Wednesday nights at the Pointe by Ponte Dance Studio Unit #104, 1315 Fair Oaks Ave., South Pasadena, 91030 from 8:15pm to 9:30pm. Participants can dance at some of the regular South Pasadena dances. Sponsored by South Pasadena Parks and Recreation, Leisure Classes (Community Services). Web site: http://www.ci.south-pasadena.ca.us/parks/parks.html.
South Pasadena - Farmers' Market: Contra Dance and English Country Dance Promotion. No admission charge. From 4:00 p.m/ - 7:00 p.m. at the South Pasadena Farmers' Market Annex (Meridian St. between Mission St. and El Centro St.), 91030. Contact: Ginger Alberti and Mike Sabo at (818) 352-1834 - (818) 606-0065 or brodiaeasdance@aol.com ~ http://southpasadenafarmersmarket.org/ - The California Dance Coop is sponsoring an information booth plus three hours of dancing and music on 11/14 as part of South Pasadena’s weekly Farmers' Market! - Help promote Contra Dance and English Country Dance, Answer questions, Hand out information, Participate in demo or public participation dances (on the sidewalk). Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
South Pasadena - 2nd Saturday: Dances at the Women's Club of South Pasadena, 1424 Fremont Avenue on the 2nd Saturday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission in 2015: $12, full-time students with ID $7, under age 18 free. CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 7:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Contact: Steve Lewis at (661) 992-6014 or steve@urbanoldtime.com - Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
South Pasadena - Waltz: It's almost here! It's almost here! Mostly Waltz night! Location: South Pasadena War Memorial, 435 Fair Oaks, SOUTH Pasadena, 91030. Schedule: 6:30 p.m - Doors open; 6:45 p.m. - Potluck - Join us for dinner and sign-up here to help us plan, or just bring something. :-) - http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0a4eaea82da6f85-waltz1; 7:30-8 p.m. - Waltz beginner lesson, basics. Experienced dancers welcome and encouraged!; 8-11 p.m. - Dancing! There will be some other couples-dances as well but you don't have to bring a partner with you to the dance. There will be plenty of people to partner with at the dance. The couples dances will include swing, hambo, tango, blues, and schottisches. Admission: General $15, Full-time student with ID $9; CDSS $1 discount. Parking: On the street or in the lot in back. Shoe: Dance shoes are fabulous. If you don't have dance shoes, a shoe brush will be available to get all those pebbles and things out of the soles of your shoes. Please use it so we can protect the lovely wood floor. Thank you! Web site: None.
South Pasadena - 1st Friday Dance Parties: Join us for a new series of events. These parties emphasize love of movement and community-building over a particular style of dance. Join us on the first Friday of every month for a mix of different dance styles, from group contras and English country dances, to couple turning and social dances such as waltz, tango, one-step, swing, polka, schottische, and salsa, just for starters. A Dance Potpourri, if you will! No partner or experience needed. Location: South Pasadena War Memorial Hall, 435 Fair Oaks, South Pasadena, CA. Admission $12 General admission; $8 Students. Time: 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm including a half-hour dance lesson from 7:30 to 8 pm Contact: Renée Camus at camusr6@gmail.com 240-381-2376 Web site: https://www.facebook.com/FirstFridayDanceParties or http://www.caldancecoop.org.
South Pasadena - Eclectic Music Festival and Art Walk: This event features a diverse musical line up and an Art Walk featuring open galleries, studios and hosted events. Numerous intimate venues appear throughout the city, plus outdoor installations, food trucks and a beer and wine garden. The festival is family friendly and free to attend. Web site: http://www.theeclectic.rocks/.
South Pasadena - 1st Saturday: Dances at the Women's Club of South Pasadena, 1424 Fremont Avenue on the 1st Saturday of the month. Fun and easy to learn. All dances are taught and prompted. No partner is necessary and you are recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. The California Dance Co-operative promotes an alcohol-, scent- and smoke-free dance environment. Admission $12; full-time students with ID $7; under age 18 free. CDSS members $1 off. Admission subject to change. Instruction at 7:30pm and dancing from 8:00pm to 11:00pm. For more information, call the Dance Hotline at 626-205-2044. Jacqui Grennan at 3rdSaturdayContraLA@gmail.com - Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
South Pasadena - California Twirl: Monthly gender-free dance at the Women's Club of South Pasadena, 1424 Fremont Ave, South Pasadena, California 91030. Sliding scale at the door, no one is turned away. Suggested $12. Free beginner lesson: 7:30p. Dancing: 8-10:30pm. Sliding scale admission — no one turned away. Suggested admission: $12. Web site: http://www.caldancecoop.org.
Squaw Valley: Dance at Bear Mountain Library, 30733 E Kings Canyon, Squaw Valley, CA. Dance is at 6 pm, $5. Beginners are welcome! info: (559) 332-2528. Sponsored by Bear Mountain Friends of the Library. Web site: None.
Stanford - Dance Weekend: A total immersion in waltz, swing, salsa, vintage dances, club dances and more with choices between three topics and experience levels. Held at the Roble Studio, 375 Santa Teresa Street in late June. Web site: http://socialdance.stanford.edu/danceweeks/danceweekend.htm.
Stanford - Cross-Step Waltz Weekend: In late January. Web site: http://richardpowers.com/workshops.htm.
Stanford - Waltz Weekend: A total immersion in the varying styles of waltz. Held at the Roble Studio, 375 Santa Teresa Street in late June. Register in advance. Web site: http://socialdance.stanford.edu/danceweeks/danceweekend.htm.
Studio City: Dance at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Studio City, 12355 Moorpark St, Studio City, CA 91604 from 2:30pm to 6:00pm. Contras and squares. Easy to Learn...No Partner Necessary...Lots of Fun. Web site: http://www.uustudiocity.org/.
Tehachapi - California State Old Time Fiddle Association District 3 Old Time Fiddle Contest: is held each year in mid-September at the Country Oaks Baptist Church, 20915 Schout Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/csotfa3/ or https://tehachapifiddlers.net/.
Tehachapi - Camp Kiya: Four-day music camp in July with some dancing. A music camp for the whole family, from beginners to advanced! Explore music "from the inside out." Discover the joy of jamming, improvisation, singing, dancing and playing tunes together. Try different instruments, learn new tunes and styles on your main one, have fun doing creative art projects, learn about the local native American culture, or just enjoy the woods. There's something for everyone at Camp Kiya! Register in advance. Located at Tehachapi Mountain Park. Web site: http://campkiya.com/.
Tomales: West Marin Commons presents dances at the Tomales Towh Hall, 27150 Highway One, beginning at 7pm. Admission: adults $10-$15 on a slidling scale. Kids under 12 free; 12-18 are $5. Web site: http://www.westmarincommons.org/barndancehub.
Thousand Oaks - Scandinavian Festival: Annual event at the California Lutheran University featuring a range of activities. Web site: http://scandinaviancenter.org/scandinavian_festival/.
Tomales - Stemple Creek Ranch: Spend a summer afternoon at MALT-protected Stemple Creek Ranch learning about raising animals sustainably while enjoying craft beer, locally made grilled sausages, live music and dancing. Food and drink is included in the ticket price. Loren Poncia of Stemple Creek Ranch is not only a celebrated local organic meat producer, but he is also a pioneer of climate-beneficial carbon farming practices. Join us for this family-friendly event! Time: 4-7 p.m. Place: Stemple Creek Ranch, Tomales. Cost: $25 for MALT members/$45 for nonmembers/kids under 12 free. Ticket price includes food.. Food and dink included! What to Bring: Boots for dancing. Age Appropriate: All ages. Web site: https://www.malt.org.
Topanga - Squares: Square dances at the Topanga Community Club, 1440 N. Topanga Canyon blvd., Topanga, California from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. $20, TCC members $10, Kids 6 to 12, $5; under 6 free! Cash bar and bake sale. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/TopangaMountainMusic.
Topanga - Theatricum Botanicum: Annual all American Fourth of July Celebration! Celebrate Independence Day on the wooded grounds of Theatricum Botanicum with a bevy of traditional fun and games for all ages, live music, barbeque ‘n fixins, plus barn dancing on our MainStage. Location: 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd. Topanga, CA 90290. Hours from 11am to 5pm (dancing at 1pm and 3pm). Web site: http://theatricum.com.
Trinidad - Trinidad Skatepark Alliance Benefit: Barn dance at the Trinidad Town Hall, 409 Trinity Street, Trinidad, CA, from 9pm to 11:30pm. All dances taught by caller in a fun, family-friendly environment. No partner or previous experience needed. $7/kids 12 and under free. More information: 707-601-7792. Web site: http://www.trinidadskateparkalliance.com/.
Truckee: Dance at the Veterans Building, 10214 High St., Truckee CA. Time: 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Donation: $12. Sponsored by the Sacramento Country Dance Society. Beginners are welcome. You don't need a partner, and there is always live music! For additional information on SCDS contra dances, call John or Laura at 916-739-6014 or email SactoCDS AT yahoo.com. Web site: http://www.foothilldancers.org/schedule.html.
Tuolumne Valley - Strawberry Music Festival - Fall: Annual festival held in September at "Westside". May include a contra dance. Web site: http://www.strawberrymusic.com.
Twin Bridges - Echo Summit Dance Camp Weekend: The Sacramento Country Dance Society sponsors the Echo Summit Dance Camp Weekend in mid-September. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/s.
Ukiah: There are dances on the 2nd Saturday of the month at the Ukiah Methodist Church, 270 North Pine Street in the social hall (back entrance). Admission: $8 adults $6 teens $4 children. Hours: Dancing from 7:30 to 10:30. Teachings at 7:00. I have listed the North Bay Country Dance Society as the web site, but this is not an NBCDS dance, just one that they list. For more information: 272-4707 or 467-0311 or ulla@pacific.net. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/UkiahContraDance.
Venice - The Learning Garden: Dance at the The Learning Garden (Enter 1st Driveway on left, thru Gate), 2424 Walgrove Ave, Venice, CA 90066 from 4:30pm to 7:00pm. Waltz, couple, freestyle and bellydancing along with contra lesson from 4:30pm to 5:00pm. Contra dance from 5pm to 7pm. Dinner meetup afterward. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/LAcontradancers.
Walnut Creek: The Traditional Dances of the Golden State (TDOGS) are sponsoring a new dance series with dances at the Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church, 1801 Lacassie Avenue, Walnut Creek (easy drive from Hwy 24/I-680), on 2nd Sundays. Admission: $10 ($12*) Students $5 ($6*) Kids & Teens under 20 years old Free; 20 - 25 years old $5 ($6*) (or pay what you can)* = Special Dance Price. Regular Contra from 4:00pm-7:00pm with a 3:30pm Lesson/Intro. We'll try out this beautiful location and, with your support, start a regular dance series! Email LynnUngar@gmail.com to help. Web site: http://haywardcontradance.org/.
Willits - Little Lake Grange: Dance at the Little Lake Grange Hall, 291 School St. at 6:30 p.m. All dances will be taught. No experience or partner necessary. Bring refreshments to share. Sliding scale admission (suggested $8 adults, $3 students). Info: Kimbal at 456-9128. Web site: None.
Willits - Willits Folk Dancers: An afternoon of English, contras, and folk dancing at the Willits Charter School, 1431 S Main St, Willits, California 95490. No partner needed. Ages 10 and up. 3pm-5pm. Sliding scale 0-$5. Web site: https://www.facebook.com/willitsfolkdancers/.
Winters: Dance at the Palms Playhouse, 13 Main St, Winters, CA 95694 from 2pm to 5pm. Web site: http://www.sactocds.org/.
Woodland Hills - Summer Solstice Folk Music, Dance and Storytelling Festival: The California Traditional Music Society sponsors the Summer Solstice Folk Music, Dance and Storytelling Festival in late June. Web site: http://www.ctms-folkmusic.org/.
Woodside - Big Bad Barn Dance: The Friends of Huddart and Wunderlich Parks will hold a barn dance (and BBQ) from 4pm to 7pm at the Historic Folger Stable in Wunderlich Park 4040 Woodside Rd., Woodside CA. Join us for a real barn dance featuring a live caller and band, awesome BBQ, refreshments and prizes. This evening of fun will take place in a beautiful park at a historic stable. Proceeds benefit Woodside parks and nature education programs. Buy tickets in advance. Web site: http://www.huddartwunderlichfriends.org.
Yreka - Dance and Auction for the Dogs: Dance class 7:00 to 7:30 / Dance from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. Tickets at the door: Adults $10; Couples: $15; Families $25; Students $5; Under 6 FREE at the Siskiyou Family YMCA • 350 N. Foothill Drive, Yreka, California. The Siskiyou Family YMCA is hosting a contra dance (also known as a "barn dance"), in support of the Siskiyou Snow Dog Sporting Association and its annual Siskiyou Sled Dog Races. Live music, primarily Irish jigs and reels, will be provided. The dance caller will offer beginner's instructions from 7 to 7:30, and will also teach each dance throughout the evening. Wear comfortable clothing and scuff free shoes. Light refreshments will be available and there will be a dessert auction. Race t-shirts will also be for sale. All proceeds from the Dance will be used to defray expenses for the Siskiyou Sled Dog Races to be held on Feb. 9th and 10th. The SSDSA is a Federally recognized 501-C6 not for profit organization. Web site: http://www.siskiyousleddograces.com.
Yreka - Benefit for Yreka Preservation: A community wide 'fun' raiser for Yreka Preservation. Friends are dancin' and jammin' to raise money for the Yreka Preservation. (Yreka's Historic Society). Contra Dance and Dessert Auction! Join in the fun, come to dance, or listen, or both! No partner or experience needed! All ages welcome. $5 adult, 12 and under free. Doors open at 6:30, beginners dance instruction from 7:00 to 7:30, dancing and music 7:30 to 9:30! Location: Preservation Hall, 300-304 Lane Street, Yreka, CA - Web site: https://www.facebook.com/events/610024775678359 or https://sites.google.com/site/yrekahistoricpreservation/.
This page is part of the Contrdancelinks.com web site. For more information about contra dancing, visit these other site pages:
*The Colorado link will bring you to Dancing on the Web. The Maine link will bring you to the Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts. The New Mexico link will bring you to the New Mexico Folk Music and Dance Society. The Utah link will bring you to Utah Contradance Information. These fine organizations and individuals already have complete listings for these states and there is no reason for me to duplicate their efforts.
**As far as I know, there are no regular dances or events in Mississippi, South Dakota or Wyoming, but I have created pages if something changes in the future.