Contra Dance

Every Saturday

LARGE STUDIO
7:30-8pm | Lesson
8-11pm | Dance

Cost:
$15 General Admission
$12 Tapestry Member
$8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30)
$4 Youth (Ages 10-17)
Under 10 - Free

“Pay What You Choose” first seven days of every month (1st through the 7th) -Newcomers especially encouraged to attend!

TECHNO CONTRA

Last Monday of the Month

SMALL STUDIO
8-10:30pm

Cost: 
$12 General Admission
$9 Tapestry Member
$8 Young Adult (Ages 18-30)
$4 Youth (Ages 10-17)
Under 10 - Free

What is Contra Dance?
Experience the joy of movement, music, and community at Tapestry’s weekly contra dance! Rooted in centuries-old English, Scottish, and French dances and strongly influenced by African-American traditions, contra dance is a high-energy, easy-to-learn American folk dance done in long lines of partners moving to live music. Each evening begins with a friendly 30-minute beginner lesson—no partner or experience needed! A caller teaches and guides you through each dance, with steps and figures that keep you connected, moving, and smiling all night.

What should I expect?
Featuring live bands that reflect a range of music traditions from Old Time to Irish to modern compositions, every dance is a vibrant celebration of rhythm, community, and joy. Come solo, with friends, or as a couple—everyone is encouraged to join in the fun!

What should I wear?
Comfortable, lightweight clothing and soft-soled, non-marking shoes are recommended. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned dancer, you're warmly welcome—just bring your curiosity, your energy, and your dancing feet!

If you have any accessibility needs you'd like addressed by Tapestry Folkdance Center, please let us know by emailing staff@tapestryfolkdance.org.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE

  • Caller: Qwill DuVall
    Band: Flannels & Fishnets
    Members: Mattie Rynkiewicz, Aria Carrillo, Isaiah May

  • Guest Caller: Nancy Staub 
    Band:  Switchboard
    Members: Ken Steffenson, Xander Nielsen, Mattie Rynkiewicz, David Edminster

  • Caller:  Mattie Rynkiewicz
    Band:  DJ Mattie Rynkiewicz.

  • Caller: Ted Hodapp
    Band:  Flour City Doughboys Members:  Pat O’Loughlin, Art Bjorngjeld, Danny Hansen, Doug Lohman

  • Guest Caller: Beau Farmer
    Band:  Northern Aire
    Members: Bob Walser, Tim Reese, Pat O’Loughlin

  • Guest Caller: Amy Letson
    Band:  Box The Gnat
    Members: Suki Sun, Andrew Aldermann, Tom Sather, Gerhardt Quast, Erin Walsh, Carol Siegel 

  • Guest Caller: David Kirchner 
    Band:  Flannels & Fishnets
    Members: Josiah Misselt, Isaiah May, Aria Carrillo, Mattie Rynkiewicz

  • Guest Caller: Lisa Leedham 
    Band:  Lauluaika
    Members: Jaana Tuttila, Ralph Tuttila,Eric Platt, Tamara Baker, Dan Kiuru, Johanna Solem, Lotta Kiuru 

  • Guest Caller: Qwill Duvall
    Band:  Techno Contra
    Members: DJ Mattie Rynkiewicz

  • Guest Caller: Robin Nelson 
    Band:  Patchwork Players
    Members: Xander Nielsen

  • Guest Caller: Rab Cummings
    Band:  Contratopia,
    Members: Pat O’Loughlin, Patrice Pakiz, Tim Reese, Erik Sessions 

  • Guest Caller: Mattie Rynkiewicz
    Band:  Fiddle Buddies,
    Members: Ken Steffenson, Xander Nielsen, Plus Guest Artist

  • Guest Caller: Ted Hodapp
    Band:  Tunebuggy
    Members: Mattie Rynkiewicz, Maura Goodin, Xander Nielsen, Mia Burgstedt

  • Guest Caller: Mattie Rynkiewicz
    Band:  Techno Contra, DJ Mattie Rynkiewicz

  • Guest Caller: Don Gatheridge
    Band:  Flour City Doughboys
    Members: Pat O’Loughlin, Doug Lohman, Danny Hansen, Art Bjorngjeld,

  • Guest Caller: David Kirchner
    Band:  Bob Walser New Trio

  • Guest Caller: Tommy Van Deusen
    Band:  Good Question

    Members: Mattie Rynkiewicz, Dan Newton, Pamela Longtine

  • Guest Caller: Lisa Leedham
    Band:  Compass Rose String Band

    Members: Ken Steffenson, Anne Benson, Erin Walsh, Joel Peterson

  • Guest Caller: Beau Farmer
    Band: Switchboard

    Members: Ken Steffenson, Xander Nielsen, Maura Gooden, David Edminster

  • Guest Caller: Ted Hodapp
    Band: Techno Contra, DJ Bob Walser

  • Guest Caller: Robin Nelson
    Band: Northern Aire,

    Members : Bob Walser, Pat O’Loughlin,Tim Reese