TCD 5th Friday Challenging Contra in Durham
Schedule
Fri May 29 2026 at 07:30 pm to 11:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Reality Ministries | Durham, NC
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Twice a month, TCD sponsors contra dances that are open to all. Several times a year when there is a 5th Friday, we decide to host an event targeted for experienced dancers. This is a difficult thing to define, but to borrow from other communities who offer such dances you'll be fine if you:- Are comfortable with the basic moves including heys, mad robins and working with wavy lines.
- Know where to be at the start of each dance phrase and how to recover from a lapse.
- Know how to offer flourishes and do them safely and on time without disturbing others, and know how to decline a flourish offer.
- Can respond to confusion and missteps by others with grace, encouragement and good humor.
If that's describes you, then put this on your calendar!
Band: The Rhythmajigs (Patti Reum, flutes and whistles; Jack Maus, keyboards; Michael Giardano, fiddle & mandolin)
Caller: Andrew Wear
There will be a workshop at 7:30 and dancing is from 8-11 pm.
No fragrances, please.
Wear comfortable soft-soled shoes and cool, comfortable clothes. No partner expected, and masks are fine.
Our suggested sliding scale for admission is $10 - $30, and TCD needs an average of $20 per dancer to break even. No one is turned away for lack of funds, pay an amount that feels good to you.
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Where is it happening?
Reality Ministries, 914 Lamond Ave, Durham, NC 27701-2019, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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