contra dance

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We’re in the lofty gymnasium at Camp Friendship where Brooklyn Contra, a volunteer-run club, is hosting a New Year’s Eve contra dance.

From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2018

Let's work to resolve them, then we can get better press and introduce everyone to the glory that is contra dance!

From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2018

Look for a contra dance near you and try it!

From New York Times • Jan. 2, 2018

Like square dancing, contra dance is a type of folk partner dance, except that in contra dance you are in two lines facing other couples or your partner.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 7, 2015

Leila and Vera had promised an ancient Irish contra dance in costume.

From Marjorie Dean College Junior by Lester, Pauline