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Center Contra

NYC Gender-Free Contra Dance

Dance whichever role you want with whomever you want!
Our dances are held monthly and are open to everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, dance experience, or number of left feet.
Beginners welcome.
No partner necessary.
Admission $12.
Refreshment contributions graciously accepted!

  • 6:30 - 7:00PM Workshop for beginners and "Contra Schmooze"
  • 7:00 - 9:45 pm - Contra Dance
  • 9:45 - 10:00 PM Help band pack up and load car - we *must* be out of the building by 10PM.
  • 10:00 PM Join us for socializing after the dance at the Chelsea Gallery diner, - 72 7th Ave, the West side of 7th Ave. between 14th and 15th St.


Valentine's Dance!

Friday, February 10, 2012

Bring hugs and kisses - chocolate or otherwise - and prepare to share the love!

CALLER: Bob Isaacs

BAND: Groove Train with

  • Ross Harriss - saxophone, guitar, whistle
  • Neil Pearlman - piano
  • Lilly Pearlman - fiddle

"Drawing on their combined musical roots in American contra dance music, Cape Breton Fiddle tradition, and Jazz and Latin harmonies and grooves, their music is fresh and exciting while remaining extremely danceable."