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  1. May 1st, 7:00pm - 9:15pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate
    Masonic Lodge, 312 E College St # 300, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Weekly lessons every Thursday!

    A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

    7:00 - 7:45pm Beginner Lesson
    7:45 - 8:15pm Social Dance/Practice
    8:15 - 9:15pm Level 2 Lessons

    $10 per evening or $5 for students. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

    Venue: The Masonic Lodge in downtown Iowa City (down the street from the public library)

    Learn more about swing dancing here. Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.
  • May 2nd, 7:00pm - 10:00pm Iowa Corridor Old Brick Dance
    Old Brick, 26 E Market St, Iowa City, IA 52245
  • May 5th, 7:00pm - 7:50pm Brazilian Zouk 101 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our May series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

    Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/qyk-bnds-wce

    Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • May 5th, 8:00pm - 8:50pm Brazilian Zouk 201 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our April series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
  • May 6th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Green House Swing Dance Social
    The Green House, 505 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Meet us for a drink and a spin around the dance floor. Come to enjoy a relaxed evening of dance, drinks, and connecting with friends. We will DJ music to dance lindy hop and other swing dances. All (safe & respectful) dance moves are welcome.

    A beginner swing lesson will be taught at 7pm, followed by the social dance at 7:30. No partner or experience required.

    There is no charge for this event. Please plan to purchase drinks from our generous host and tip well!
  • May 6th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Tango Lesson & Practica
    Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Join us for our weekly Argentine Tango social dance and lesson. We begin with an all-levels class at 7:00 PM, suitable for newcomers and experienced dancers alike.
    Following the lesson, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, a DJ will play a mix of traditional and contemporary tango music to dance to.

    Please note:
    We look forward to seeing you for an evening of dance and music in a friendly community atmosphere. The dance floor awaits!

    Follow the Tango Iowa Facebook Group or email dwight.vanhorn3@outlook.com to be added to email updates.
  • May 8th, 7:00pm - 9:15pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate
    Masonic Lodge, 312 E College St # 300, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Weekly lessons every Thursday!

    A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

    7:00 - 7:45pm Beginner Lesson
    7:45 - 8:15pm Social Dance/Practice
    8:15 - 9:15pm Level 2 Lessons

    $10 per evening or $5 for students. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

    Venue: The Masonic Lodge in downtown Iowa City (down the street from the public library)

    Learn more about swing dancing here. Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.
  • May 11th, 3:30pm - 5:30pm Sunday Zouk Practice
    PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
    Join Verity Rose for an open-level Zouk practice! 
    $5-$20 expected donations if you're not a student.
  • May 12th, 7:00pm - 7:50pm Brazilian Zouk 101 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our May series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
  • May 12th, 8:00pm - 8:50pm Brazilian Zouk 201 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our April series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
  • May 13th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Tango Lesson & Practica
    Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Join us for our weekly Argentine Tango social dance and lesson. We begin with an all-levels class at 7:00 PM, suitable for newcomers and experienced dancers alike.
    Following the lesson, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, a DJ will play a mix of traditional and contemporary tango music to dance to.

    Please note:
    We look forward to seeing you for an evening of dance and music in a friendly community atmosphere. The dance floor awaits!

    Follow the Tango Iowa Facebook Group or email dwight.vanhorn3@outlook.com to be added to email updates.
  • May 15th, 7:00pm - 9:15pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate
    Masonic Lodge, 312 E College St # 300, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Weekly lessons every Thursday!

    A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

    7:00 - 7:45pm Beginner Lesson
    7:45 - 8:15pm Social Dance/Practice
    8:15 - 9:15pm Level 2 Lessons

    $10 per evening or $5 for students. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

    Venue: The Masonic Lodge in downtown Iowa City (down the street from the public library)

    Learn more about swing dancing here. Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.
  • May 16th, 8:30pm - 11:00pm Swing night at The Ideal Theater
    The Ideal Theater & Bar, 213 16th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
    On the third Friday of the month, the Sam Ross Quartet provides the perfect soundtrack for west coast swing, east coast swing, the lindy hop, jitterbug and more! Enjoy dancing to live music provided by our very best local talent!

    8:30PM | 21+
    $15 or 2 for $20

    Check for event updates on The Ideal's calendar at: https://www.idealtheaterandbar.com/event-list
  • May 18th, 3:00pm - 5:00pm Iowa Corridor Dance - Ely American Legion
    Ely American Legion (St. Quentin Post 555), 1545 Main St, Ely, IA 52227
  • May 18th, 3:30pm - 5:30pm Sunday Zouk Practice
    PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
    Open-level Zouk practice! All are welcome.
    Students: $0-$5
    Non-Students: $5-$20
  • May 19th, 7:00pm - 7:50pm Brazilian Zouk 101 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our May series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
  • May 19th, 8:00pm - 8:50pm Brazilian Zouk 201 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our April series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
  • May 20th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Tango Lesson & Practica
    Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Join us for our weekly Argentine Tango social dance and lesson. We begin with an all-levels class at 7:00 PM, suitable for newcomers and experienced dancers alike.
    Following the lesson, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, a DJ will play a mix of traditional and contemporary tango music to dance to.

    Please note:
    We look forward to seeing you for an evening of dance and music in a friendly community atmosphere. The dance floor awaits!

    Follow the Tango Iowa Facebook Group or email dwight.vanhorn3@outlook.com to be added to email updates.
  • May 22nd, 7:00pm - 9:15pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate
    Masonic Lodge, 312 E College St # 300, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Weekly lessons every Thursday!

    A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

    7:00 - 7:45pm Beginner Lesson
    7:45 - 8:15pm Social Dance/Practice
    8:15 - 9:15pm Level 2 Lessons

    $10 per evening or $5 for students. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

    Venue: The Masonic Lodge in downtown Iowa City (down the street from the public library)

    Learn more about swing dancing here. Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.
  • May 23rd, 9:00pm - 1:45am Salsa Night @ Wildwood
    Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon, 4919 Walleye Dr SE, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Join us on May 23rd for a night of vibrant music and energetic dancing!
    Wildwood has one of the best dance floors in the area.
    💲 Admission: $10
    🎵 Featuring DJ Edwin Valladares 🎵
    Dance to the rhythms of: Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata, Merengue, and more!
    💃 Salsa Instructor on site — Lessons start at 9:00 pm
    📅 Date: May 23rd
    🕒 Time: 9:00 pm (Lessons) | 10:00 pm (Social dancing / Open floor)
    📍 Location: Wildwood BBQ & Saloon
    📍 Address: 4919 Walleye Dr SE, Iowa City, IA 52240-8306
  • May 25th, 3:30pm - 5:30pm Sunday Zouk Practice
    PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
    Open-level Zouk practice! All are welcome.
    Students: $0-$5
    Non-Students: $5-$20
  • May 26th, 7:00pm - 7:50pm Brazilian Zouk 101 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our May series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240

    Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/qyk-bnds-wce

    Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720
  • May 26th, 8:00pm - 8:50pm Brazilian Zouk 201 (Mon in May 2025 📍 IC)
    ps1 close house, 538 s gilbert st, iowa city, ia 52240
    Registration is open for our April series! Register at 🌈 iowazouk.worldclass.cc/classes-calendar (No partner required. Wear comfy clothes, and socks or non-outside shoes.)

    When
    🗓️ Mondays in May 5 ◾ 12 ◾ 19 ◾ 26, 2025
    ⏰ 6:45 PM Doors Open
    ⏰ 7 PM - 7:50 PM Zouk 101 (open level)
    ⏰ 8 PM - 8:50 PM Zouk 201 (must be approved by an instructor)

    Where
    📍 PS1 Close House, 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
  • May 27th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Tango Lesson & Practica
    Public Space One (South), 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Join us for our weekly Argentine Tango social dance and lesson. We begin with an all-levels class at 7:00 PM, suitable for newcomers and experienced dancers alike.
    Following the lesson, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, a DJ will play a mix of traditional and contemporary tango music to dance to.

    Please note:
    We look forward to seeing you for an evening of dance and music in a friendly community atmosphere. The dance floor awaits!

    Follow the Tango Iowa Facebook Group or email dwight.vanhorn3@outlook.com to be added to email updates.
  • May 29th, 7:00pm - 9:15pm Swing Dance Lessons - Beginner & Intermediate
    Masonic Lodge, 312 E College St # 300, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Weekly lessons every Thursday!

    A new series of 4 lessons begins at the first of every month. The first Thursday of the month is the best time to start for beginners!

    7:00 - 7:45pm Beginner Lesson
    7:45 - 8:15pm Social Dance/Practice
    8:15 - 9:15pm Level 2 Lessons

    $10 per evening or $5 for students. Drop in - no need to register or bring a partner!

    Venue: The Masonic Lodge in downtown Iowa City (down the street from the public library)

    Learn more about swing dancing here. Join the Facebook group and/or follow our Facebook page for updates.
  • May 30th, 9:00pm - 1:00am Salsa Night @ Tequila Cowgirl
    Tequila Cowgirl, 347 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
    Join us on May 30th for a night of vibrant music and energetic dancing!
    Tequila Cowgirl is a full-service venue in the heart of downtown Iowa City. Located a block from the Hyatt Place downtown and two blocks from a large downtown parking ramp. We have a full bar, beautiful decor, games, and a professional sound & light system. .
    💲 Admission: $10
    🎵 Featuring DJ Edwin Valladares 🎵
    Dance to the rhythms of: Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata, Merengue, and more!
    💃 Salsa Instructor on site — Lessons start at 9:00 pm
    📅 Date: May 30th
    🕒 Time: 9:00 pm (Lessons) | 10:00 pm (Social dancing / Open floor)
    📍 Location: Tequila Cowgirl Iowa City
    📍 Address: 347 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA 52240
     
    https://www.facebook.com/events/665168189797399