Monterey Contra Dance- Stringbean Serenaders with Tanya Merchant calling!
Schedule
Sat Aug 16 2025 at 06:30 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
YMCA of the Monterey Peninsula | Monterey, CA
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August 16th- music by the Stringbean Serenaders, with Tanya Merchant calling!What makes us yearn for this great band, just like those stringbeans? You gotta come and find out!
Beginners are always welcome!
Saturday Evening Schedule:
6:30pm Door open
6:40pm Learn How to Contra Dance
7-10pm Dance!
~8:30pm Potluck Snacks on the Porch :)
Location:
Monterey YMCA
600 Camino El Estero, Monterey, CA 93940
PRICES:
$15-$30 general admission
FREE for MCDC members!
$5 full-time military & students
FREE for children 12 & under
No one turned away for lack of funds!
We'll have some snacks to share, but more are always appreciated!
See our website for the most up to date information: www.montereycontradance.org
Please note our updated COVID policies:
-Please stay home if you are feeling unwell!
-Masks and COVID vaccinations are encouraged, but not required.
-Masks will be available at the door for those who want one.
But what is a Contra Dance?
Contra is a form of community folk dance made up of long lines of couples dancing in sequence. A contra dancer gets to dance with their partner and everyone else in their line! Each individual dance is taught and called by a 'caller' with music provided by a live band.
Still confused? Check out our website or facebook page, look it up on youtube, or just show up at one of our events!
Worried about being new?
Don't be. Prior experience is not expected! Before each evening begins, the night's caller offers a lesson for beginners or anyone looking for a refresher. In addition, contra is a walking dance, so no fancy footwork is required. Contra tradition is to change partners at the end of each dance, so bring your friends and get ready for a great time! The dance is open to all ages, newcomers are always welcome, and it is not necessary to bring a partner with you to the dance.
What should I bring?
No particular style of clothing is worn, though as the dancing is energetic, lightweight attire and low-heeled dance shoes with non-marking soft soles are considered more comfortable. Don't forget your reusable water bottle!
See you on the dance floor!
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Where is it happening?
YMCA of the Monterey Peninsula, 600 Camino El Estero, Monterey, CA 93940-3243, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
