About us
It's all about the fun! The swirling, twirling, can't stop smiling, grinning, laughing, moving, grooving, and all around just having a great time, fun.
COMMUNITY
Contra dancers are about the friendliest people on the planet! Everyone helps everyone else and there are dancers from 8 to 80 years old , and sometimes younger and older.
### Some recent changes that our PATMAD Board approved this past summer:
- We are now dancing EVERY THURSDAY!
- Masks are now OPTIONAL.
- Vaccinations are still encouraged but not required.
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Upcoming events
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PERRY SHAFRAN calling w/TORRENT
Commodore John Barry Arts and Cultural Center, 6815 Emlen St, Philadelphia, PA, USPERRY SHAFRAN calling with TORRENT: Nadia Gaya (accordion), Sarah Parker (fiddle), Ross Parker (piano)
Role Term this week and every week: Larks and Robins
Beginner lesson: 7:30
Dance time: 8 pm to 10:30 pm
The evening will include a break that can be taken outside, and we usually have snacks at the break!
Masks are optional tonight and every Thursday.
Admission: Sliding Scale Admission: Pay what you wish. this is a local band, so suggested admission is:
Local Bands: $10 - $15 - $20+
$10. - those who require discounted admission
$15.+ - helps others come to the dance, keeps our bank account healthy and allows us to pay the performers closer to what they are worth.
You may pay any amount within the scale (or more). Thanks for supporting our dance!
Free admission for children 12 and under if they are able to follow our COVID precautions.
Please carry in clean, soft soled shoes (not used outside) to avoid damage to the floor.
COVID Safety:
- Please read: Vaccinations are encouraged but not required to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission
- Feeling Sick on any dance night? Stay home! Please show care for the community and we'll see you next time. Dances will be every week as long as cases remain low. Thank you for your honesty and concern for others in our community.
Did someone say SNACKS? Dancers are encouraged to bring finger foods to share at the break. NO PEANUTS OR PEANUT BUTTER, Please! We will provide water and cups, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable container for water.
HELP IS NEEDED FOR THIS DANCE TO HAPPEN! Volunteers are needed for set-up, and the check-in process (waivers/card checking) and clean-up. Contact Rich Myers at Rich@thursdaycontra.com, if you would like to help.
We are looking forward to dancing with you.
Please write to board@thursdaycontra.com if you have any questions.
The Board: Ian Brehm (vice president), Christian Clothier, Kirsten Erwin, Navonna Garrett, Oliver Lyons, Rich Myers (Treasurer), Dave Rupp (President) , Peter Schiano (Vice President), Adlai Waksman, Ella Williams, Jess Purvis (records czar)4 attendees
SUE GOLA coordinating callers w/SPUDS
Commodore John Barry Arts and Cultural Center, 6815 Emlen St, Philadelphia, PA, USSUE GOLA coordinating local callers to the tunes of SPUDS: Philly's phabulous open contradance band!
Role Term this week and every week: Larks and Robins
Beginner lesson: 7:30
Dance time: 8 pm to 10:30 pm
The evening will include a break that can be taken outside, and we usually have snacks at the break!
Masks are optional tonight and every Thursday.
Admission: Sliding Scale Admission: Pay what you wish. this is a local band, so suggested admission is:
Local Bands: $10 - $15 - $20+
$10. - those who require discounted admission
$15.+ - helps others come to the dance, keeps our bank account healthy and allows us to pay the performers closer to what they are worth.
You may pay any amount within the scale (or more). Thanks for supporting our dance!
Free admission for children 12 and under if they are able to follow our COVID precautions.
Please carry in clean, soft soled shoes (not used outside) to avoid damage to the floor.
COVID Safety:
- Please read: Vaccinations are encouraged but not required to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission
- Feeling Sick on any dance night? Stay home! Please show care for the community and we'll see you next time. Dances will be every week as long as cases remain low. Thank you for your honesty and concern for others in our community.
Did someone say SNACKS? Dancers are encouraged to bring finger foods to share at the break. NO PEANUTS OR PEANUT BUTTER, Please! We will provide water and cups, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable container for water.
HELP IS NEEDED FOR THIS DANCE TO HAPPEN! Volunteers are needed for set-up, and the check-in process (waivers/card checking) and clean-up. Contact Rich Myers at Rich@thursdaycontra.com, if you would like to help.
We are looking forward to dancing with you.
Please write to board@thursdaycontra.com if you have any questions.
The Board: Ian Brehm (vice president), Christian Clothier, Kirsten Erwin, Navonna Garrett, Oliver Lyons, Rich Myers (Treasurer), Dave Rupp (President) , Peter Schiano (Vice President), Adlai Waksman, Ella Williams, Jess Purvis (records czar)2 attendees
JAN ALTER coordinating callers w/RAISE THE ROOF
Commodore John Barry Arts and Cultural Center, 6815 Emlen St, Philadelphia, PA, USJAN ALTER coordinating callers w/RAISE THE ROOF: Mat Clark (fiddle), Judi Stellar (hammered dulcimer), Bob Pasquarello (bass), Kathy Talvitie (guitar)
Role Term this week and every week: Larks and Robins
Beginner lesson: 7:30
Dance time: 8 pm to 10:30 pm
The evening will include a break that can be taken outside, and we usually have snacks at the break!
Masks are optional tonight and every Thursday.
Admission: Sliding Scale Admission: Pay what you wish. this is a local band, so suggested admission is:
Local Bands: $10 - $15 - $20+
$10. - those who require discounted admission
$15.+ - helps others come to the dance, keeps our bank account healthy and allows us to pay the performers closer to what they are worth.
You may pay any amount within the scale (or more). Thanks for supporting our dance!
Free admission for children 12 and under if they are able to follow our COVID precautions.
Please carry in clean, soft soled shoes (not used outside) to avoid damage to the floor.
COVID Safety:
- Please read: Vaccinations are encouraged but not required to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission
- Feeling Sick on any dance night? Stay home! Please show care for the community and we'll see you next time. Dances will be every week as long as cases remain low. Thank you for your honesty and concern for others in our community.
Did someone say SNACKS? Dancers are encouraged to bring finger foods to share at the break. NO PEANUTS OR PEANUT BUTTER, Please! We will provide water and cups, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable container for water.
HELP IS NEEDED FOR THIS DANCE TO HAPPEN! Volunteers are needed for set-up, and the check-in process (waivers/card checking) and clean-up. Contact Rich Myers at Rich@thursdaycontra.com, if you would like to help.
We are looking forward to dancing with you.
Please write to board@thursdaycontra.com if you have any questions.
The Board: Ian Brehm (vice president), Christian Clothier, Kirsten Erwin, Navonna Garrett, Oliver Lyons, Rich Myers (Treasurer), Dave Rupp (President) , Peter Schiano (Vice President), Adlai Waksman, Ella Williams, Jess Purvis (records czar)2 attendees
ALEXANDRA DEIS-LAUBY calling w/KINGFISHER
Commodore John Barry Arts and Cultural Center, 6815 Emlen St, Philadelphia, PA, USALEXANDRA DEIS-LAUBY calling w/KINGFISHER: Jeff Kaufman (piano), Cecilia Vacanti (fiddle)
Role Term this week and every week: Larks and Robins
Beginner lesson: 7:30
Dance time: 8 pm to 10:30 pm
The evening will include a break that can be taken outside, and we usually have snacks at the break!
Masks are optional tonight and every Thursday.
Admission: Sliding Scale Admission: Pay what you wish. this is a local band, so suggested admission is:
Local Bands: $10 - $15 - $20+
$10. - those who require discounted admission
$15.+ - helps others come to the dance, keeps our bank account healthy and allows us to pay the performers closer to what they are worth.
You may pay any amount within the scale (or more). Thanks for supporting our dance!
Free admission for children 12 and under if they are able to follow our COVID precautions.
Please carry in clean, soft soled shoes (not used outside) to avoid damage to the floor.
COVID Safety:
- Please read: Vaccinations are encouraged but not required to reduce the risks of COVID-19 transmission
- Feeling Sick on any dance night? Stay home! Please show care for the community and we'll see you next time. Dances will be every week as long as cases remain low. Thank you for your honesty and concern for others in our community.
Did someone say SNACKS? Dancers are encouraged to bring finger foods to share at the break. NO PEANUTS OR PEANUT BUTTER, Please! We will provide water and cups, but we encourage you to bring your own reusable container for water.
HELP IS NEEDED FOR THIS DANCE TO HAPPEN! Volunteers are needed for set-up, and the check-in process (waivers/card checking) and clean-up. Contact Rich Myers at Rich@thursdaycontra.com, if you would like to help.
We are looking forward to dancing with you.
Please write to board@thursdaycontra.com if you have any questions.
The Board: Ian Brehm (vice president), Christian Clothier, Kirsten Erwin, Navonna Garrett, Oliver Lyons, Rich Myers (Treasurer), Dave Rupp (President) , Peter Schiano (Vice President), Adlai Waksman, Ella Williams, Jess Purvis (records czar)3 attendees
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