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We sponsor community social dancing in the contra and English country styles twice weekly in the Rochester area.
All dances are taught by the caller, and you don’t have to bring a partner.
Our dances are participatory, open to all, with live music, smoke-free and alcohol-free.
Newcomers are always welcome. Arrive 20 minutes early for brief beginner lessons. Join us!
| Caller: | Margaret Mathews |
| Band: | Cattail |
| Details: | Celebrate Boxing Day at The Most Wonderful dance! Open waltz at 6:00, Contra at 7:30, leftover cookies, tacky holiday clothe. Cat and Clara will fiddle up a storm backed by Alex's skillful, twinkle fingers. |
| Caller: | David Smukler |
| Band: | Bellamira |
| Details: | Turning of the Year Ball, an elegant English dance to celebrate the old year and welcome in the new, in a beautifully decorated hall. Dressy attire suggested. Pay at the door ($25 / $15). |
| Caller: | Margaret Mathews |
| Band: | Tryptech |
| Details: | Join us at 7:00 for an intro to contra dancing followed by TECHNO contra at 7:30, where all are welcome. Bring your friends, family, and fellow dance enthusiasts for a night of lively music, connection, and community. |
| Caller: | Margaret Mathews |
| Band: | Contra Planning Committee |
| Details: | All are welcome! We have fun planning both regular and special Contra dances in Rochester. Join us for cookies and coffee at Margaret's house, our usual meeting location. |
| Band: | Vandalia |
| Details: | We welcome the mid-Atlantic String-band, Vandalia, to the Rose Room this week. This accomplished trio bring a new approach to the great dance music of Appalachia. |
| Caller: | Beverly Francis |
| Band: | Alchemy |
| Details: | Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th Birthday with us! |
