
English Country Dance
Lively English country group dances led by rotating callers, using recorded tunes to guide figures and reels. Drop in solo for a free weekly social dance with easy-to-follow instruction and a welcoming community vibe.
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Free weekly English country dancing with rotating callers and upbeat recorded tunes. Mixers and set dances make it easy to jump in solo and meet new people in a welcoming community center setting.

Free weekly English country dancing with rotating callers and upbeat recorded tunes. Mixers and set dances make it easy to jump in solo and meet new people in a welcoming community center setting.
Free weekly English country dancing with rotating callers and upbeat recorded tunes. Mixers and set dances make it easy to jump in solo and meet new people in a welcoming community center setting.

Regency-era English country dancing in the spirit of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step by step and then called in real time. Expect social partner dances, gentle pacing, and a welcoming community floor.

Regency-era English country dancing in the spirit of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step by step and then called in real time. Expect social partner dances, gentle pacing, and a welcoming community floor.
Regency-era English country dancing in the spirit of Jane Austen film scenes, with each set taught step by step and then called in real time. Expect social partner dances, gentle pacing, and a welcoming community floor.

Regency-era English country dances reminiscent of Jane Austen film scenes, taught step by step and then prompted by experienced dance leaders. Expect partner sets, gentle social etiquette, and a welcoming community floor at the JCC.

Regency-era English country dances reminiscent of Jane Austen film scenes, taught step by step and then prompted by experienced dance leaders. Expect partner sets, gentle social etiquette, and a welcoming community floor at the JCC.
Regency-era English country dances reminiscent of Jane Austen film scenes, taught step by step and then prompted by experienced dance leaders. Expect partner sets, gentle social etiquette, and a welcoming community floor at the JCC.

Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a friendly, inclusive bar setting. Beginner friendly with no boots, partner, or prior experience required.

Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a friendly, inclusive bar setting. Beginner friendly with no boots, partner, or prior experience required.
Three hours of free country western line dancing and two stepping in a friendly, inclusive bar setting. Beginner friendly with no boots, partner, or prior experience required.

Drop in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly dance lesson followed by two hours of open social dancing. Welcoming, community centered vibe that works well for beginners and returning dancers alike.

Drop in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly dance lesson followed by two hours of open social dancing. Welcoming, community centered vibe that works well for beginners and returning dancers alike.
Drop in ballroom night with a short rotating monthly dance lesson followed by two hours of open social dancing. Welcoming, community centered vibe that works well for beginners and returning dancers alike.

Honky tonk night with Old School Dance Hall, blending live country grooves with line dancing and two step. A quick 6–6:30pm lesson kicks things off, then open dancing runs 6:30–9pm for all ages and skill levels.

Honky tonk night with Old School Dance Hall, blending live country grooves with line dancing and two step. A quick 6–6:30pm lesson kicks things off, then open dancing runs 6:30–9pm for all ages and skill levels.
Honky tonk night with Old School Dance Hall, blending live country grooves with line dancing and two step. A quick 6–6:30pm lesson kicks things off, then open dancing runs 6:30–9pm for all ages and skill levels.

Drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with a different style rotating each month (like waltz). Welcoming, beginner-friendly atmosphere at a community center with plenty of time to practice and mingle.

Drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with a different style rotating each month (like waltz). Welcoming, beginner-friendly atmosphere at a community center with plenty of time to practice and mingle.
Drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with a different style rotating each month (like waltz). Welcoming, beginner-friendly atmosphere at a community center with plenty of time to practice and mingle.

Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.

Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.
Lively contra dance night rooted in folk and social dance traditions, with community sets moving to driving fiddle tune energy. A welcoming gym-floor dance gathering in Swannanoa designed for shared joy and connection.

Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice based on the lesson. Optional 10 minute mini private instruction, with cash or Venmo at a downtown bar setting.

Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice based on the lesson. Optional 10 minute mini private instruction, with cash or Venmo at a downtown bar setting.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice based on the lesson. Optional 10 minute mini private instruction, with cash or Venmo at a downtown bar setting.

A drop-in ballroom night that starts with a short guided lesson, then opens into two hours of relaxed social dancing. Dance styles rotate monthly, making it easy for beginners and regulars to learn new steps together.

A drop-in ballroom night that starts with a short guided lesson, then opens into two hours of relaxed social dancing. Dance styles rotate monthly, making it easy for beginners and regulars to learn new steps together.
A drop-in ballroom night that starts with a short guided lesson, then opens into two hours of relaxed social dancing. Dance styles rotate monthly, making it easy for beginners and regulars to learn new steps together.

A welcoming waltz night where dancers and musicians share the floor in a friendly, community-centered setting. Informal instruction helps first-timers get comfortable, with an open, all-levels vibe for social partner dancing.

A welcoming waltz night where dancers and musicians share the floor in a friendly, community-centered setting. Informal instruction helps first-timers get comfortable, with an open, all-levels vibe for social partner dancing.
A welcoming waltz night where dancers and musicians share the floor in a friendly, community-centered setting. Informal instruction helps first-timers get comfortable, with an open, all-levels vibe for social partner dancing.

Relaxed Sunday afternoon Scrabble sessions pairing players by skill level for casual competitive play, free challenges, and a beginner cheat sheet; all game gear provided for drop-in word-game fans.

Relaxed Sunday afternoon Scrabble sessions pairing players by skill level for casual competitive play, free challenges, and a beginner cheat sheet; all game gear provided for drop-in word-game fans.
Relaxed Sunday afternoon Scrabble sessions pairing players by skill level for casual competitive play, free challenges, and a beginner cheat sheet; all game gear provided for drop-in word-game fans.

Free line-dance and two-step lessons roll into an easygoing brewery night with plenty of time to practice on the floor. Built for beginners and regulars alike, with an inclusive crowd and no partner, boots, or experience required.

Free line-dance and two-step lessons roll into an easygoing brewery night with plenty of time to practice on the floor. Built for beginners and regulars alike, with an inclusive crowd and no partner, boots, or experience required.
Free line-dance and two-step lessons roll into an easygoing brewery night with plenty of time to practice on the floor. Built for beginners and regulars alike, with an inclusive crowd and no partner, boots, or experience required.

Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.

Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.

Free bluegrass and old time sets fill the Bascom Lamar Lunsford stage while neighbors spread blankets on the lawn for community listening. Caller led square dancing and family friendly, alcohol free vibes make it an easy summer evening hangout.

Free bluegrass and old time sets fill the Bascom Lamar Lunsford stage while neighbors spread blankets on the lawn for community listening. Caller led square dancing and family friendly, alcohol free vibes make it an easy summer evening hangout.
Free bluegrass and old time sets fill the Bascom Lamar Lunsford stage while neighbors spread blankets on the lawn for community listening. Caller led square dancing and family friendly, alcohol free vibes make it an easy summer evening hangout.

Daytime social hour for older adults built around casual conversation and rotating group activities. A relaxed community center meetup designed for peer connection, friendship building, and staying engaged locally.

Daytime social hour for older adults built around casual conversation and rotating group activities. A relaxed community center meetup designed for peer connection, friendship building, and staying engaged locally.
Daytime social hour for older adults built around casual conversation and rotating group activities. A relaxed community center meetup designed for peer connection, friendship building, and staying engaged locally.

Participatory old time mountain and Appalachian folk jam with fiddles, banjo, and guitar in a cozy downtown pub setting. Expect an informal circle where players of all levels trade tunes and keep the groove going.

Participatory old time mountain and Appalachian folk jam with fiddles, banjo, and guitar in a cozy downtown pub setting. Expect an informal circle where players of all levels trade tunes and keep the groove going.
Participatory old time mountain and Appalachian folk jam with fiddles, banjo, and guitar in a cozy downtown pub setting. Expect an informal circle where players of all levels trade tunes and keep the groove going.

Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, focusing on core rhythms, timing, and listening skills in a supportive circle format. Expect an upbeat, communal vibe geared toward beginners and curious first-timers.

Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, focusing on core rhythms, timing, and listening skills in a supportive circle format. Expect an upbeat, communal vibe geared toward beginners and curious first-timers.
Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, focusing on core rhythms, timing, and listening skills in a supportive circle format. Expect an upbeat, communal vibe geared toward beginners and curious first-timers.

Freeform ecstatic dance set in a school gym with a guided arc from warmup to peak release to featherlight cool down. Barefoot friendly, substance free movement meditation focused on embodiment, self expression, and community connection.

Freeform ecstatic dance set in a school gym with a guided arc from warmup to peak release to featherlight cool down. Barefoot friendly, substance free movement meditation focused on embodiment, self expression, and community connection.
Freeform ecstatic dance set in a school gym with a guided arc from warmup to peak release to featherlight cool down. Barefoot friendly, substance free movement meditation focused on embodiment, self expression, and community connection.