Just as older generations tried to save American youth from the dangers of the lambada and the twist, even-older generations were in tizzies over different dances. They feared the worst when young ...

Dance historians who research such things credit American jazz singer and bandleader Cab Calloway for coining the term “jitterbug.” In 1934, he recorded a lively tune, “Jitter Bug,” that some credit ...

Known for exquisite weddings and other elegant events, the Houmas House and Gardens have ventured into the world of East Coast Swing and Jitterbug dance techniques. Beverly Cook, a dance instructor ...

As a child, Phil Berry of Medina happened upon a dance that would later become a lifelong passion of his. He became mesmerized by The Lindy Hop, a dance characterized by fast rotations, swing outs and ...

I’VE DONE THE basics of East Coast swing, and I’ve Lindy Hopped my way around the dance floor. But swing has so many styles of movement, I’ve discovered there’s always more to explore. When I realized ...

Where: Peace United Church of Christ, 1111 N. 11th Ave. E., Duluth Why: The former Northland's NewsCenter anchor is in Haiti using her nursing skills in the wake of the recent earthquake. Cost: ...

Put on your dancin' shoes for the 50s Jitterbug Dance from 7 to 9 p.m. on Nov. 4, 11, and 18 at the Butte YMCA, 2975 Washoe St. Cost is $30 for members, $40 for non-members, or $75 for non-member ...