Twice a month, community members come together to hear fiddles, the voice of a caller and join hands in a traditional folk dance dating back to the 1700s — contra dancing. In Urbana, this traditional ...

Wednesday dances: First, third and fifth Wednesdays of the month. Dances begin with a newcomer session at 7:15 p.m. followed by a dance from 7:30- 9:30 at the Woman’s Club Hall, 1428 W. Ninth Ave.

With caller Bob Nicholson offering instruction, contra dancers form a circle in the hall at St. Faustina Parish Center in Nanticoke last fall. The next contra dance at St. Faustina’s is set for March ...

As the sun sets in the town of Nelson on Monday night, a crowd of people meander into Town Hall with instruments and water bottles in hand. It’s not long before cheering, stomping and the twang of ...

Many event announcements have short lead-times. Check the NHPR Folk Show Facebook page for timely announcements. Monday, January 20, 2025 Dance! Nelson Monday Night Contra Dance, Town Hall, Nelson NH ...

With caller Bob Nicholson offering instruction, contra dancers form a circle in the hall at St. Faustina Parish Center in Nanticoke. You can expect a similar scene this Sunday, April 6, at St.

Contra dancing was all the rage back at the end of the 17th century, when French dancers put a twist on steps adopted from patterned English country dances. But centuries later, this dance form is far ...

When you’re swinging with someone — that is, holding onto them and whirling around for eight counts — it’s helpful to look them in the eyes. Contra dance is a long game, and you don’t want to get ...

Scottish Country Dancing classes — Rhythm Industry Performance Factory, 1013 S. Tyndall Ave. Learn the social dancing of Scotland that includes reels, jigs, and slow strathspeys. Ages 8-88. Please ...