The Gazette

When Cedar Rapids banned dancing, it was illegal to Charleston, jitterbug and other ‘indecent’ dances

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 ...
Los Angeles Times

‘Dancing With the Stars’: The West Coast swing, the hustle, the salsa and the jitterbug

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Daily Breeze

South Bay history: The 1930s jitterbug craze had South Bay youths dancing all over the place

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 ...
The Montana Standard

At the YMCA: Jitterbug dance classes offered

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 ...