The Dance Gypsy presents

Folk, contra and traditional dances, festivals and other events

(on August 31, 2012 )

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Understanding the Listings

Gray vs Black? Some listings appear in gray text. This is an intended difference. Gray events are not quite as important as black events. Gray events may be unconfirmed, cross-references or cancelled.

Unconfirmed: A “confirmed” event has in some way been confirmed. We don’t demand a lot for confirmation, but some sort of communication that says to us "yes, that event is taking place on that date!” This is strionger than “Well, there usually are (or used to be) events on that day.”

Cross reference: When a series moves temporarily (perhapsd their regular hall is closed), there is a cross refernce, helping find the actual listing for the day.”

Cancelled: A “cancelled event” appears in places where a dancer might reasonably expect a dance — but there is none. e.g. no dance on a holiday, summer vacation or there conflict". These listings are “lined-out”

The Map: Although the events are listed by date, the map above can be used to identify events by location. When you point at the push pin, the event name appears. Click on the pin and the window will scroll to the speciifc event

Friday, August 31, 2012
Note: Labor day weekend — some events will be cancelled. Be sure to double check!

Albany, NY: Contra Dance (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: Dance Flurry Organization

— New England-style contra dance

Venue: Albany Elks Lodge,: 25 South Allen St., get a map

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $10 ($5 students w/ ID)

For more information: (518) 729-7791; (Email): de("peter.stix", "com", "me");

Web: www.danceflurry.org

Generic Schedule: second & fifth Fridays Sep-Jun

(This cancellation believed correct by the Dance Gypsy;

Amherst, MA: International Dance (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: Amherst International Folkdancing

— (Moved to Wednesdays for the summer) —

Venue: Bangs Community Center: Boltwood Walk get a map

Time: 7:30-10:00

Price: $Donation

For more information: (413) 323-6330; (Email): de("cindy", "org", "amherstfolkdancing");

Web: www.amherstfolkdancing.org

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

(This cancellation believed correct by the Dance Gypsy;

Catapult Showcase

Amherst, NH: Merrimack Ballroom, Latin, Swing Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Paper Moon Dance Center

— a great mix of music, over 5,000 sq. feet of floating solid maple flooring!

Venue: Kathy Blake Dance Studios: 3 Northern Blvd get a map

Time: (Lesson/Workshop 7:30pm) Dance 8:15-11:15pm

Price: $Free dance with $10 lesson

— Note: Beginners to advanced dancers, all ages, light refreshments, plenty of free parking

For more information: (603) 429-1100; (Email): de("info", "com", "papermoondance");

Web: www.papermoondance.com

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

(This date unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy; See our confirmation policy)

Arlington Heights, MA: FAC Friday dance (International Dance) (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England

Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road get a map

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $10

For more information: (781) 438-4389; (Email): de("fac", "org", "facone");

Web: www.facone.org

Generic Schedule: Every Friday Sep-Jun

(This cancellation believed correct by the Dance Gypsy;

Catapult Showcase

Brattleboro, VT: Brattleboro Ballroom

— Sponsored by: Shall We Dance So. VT

— Social Ballroom & Latin dance with lesson.

Venue: The Church: Main Street and Grove Street get a map

Time: Tue. class, 6:30pm; Fri. class & dance, 7-10pm

Price: $Tue. $10; Fri. $8

— Note: Please carry your dance shoes

For more information: (802) 579-9990; (Email): de("ray", "biz", "shallwedance");

Web: www.shallwedance.biz

Generic Schedule: first, third, fourth & fifth Fridays (year round)

This date (August 31, 2012 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Atlanta, GA: Friday Night Contra

— Sponsored by: Chattahoochee Country Dancers

Venue: Clarkston Community Center (Atlanta) : 3701 College Avenue get a map

Time: Lessons at 7:30p. Dance at 8:00p.

Price: $8/$9. Students 2-for-1

For more information: (404) 307-3444; (Email): de("thatrobharper", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.contradance.org

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

This date (August 31, 2012 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Durham, NH: Seacoast Set Dancers (Celtic Dance) (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: Seacoast Set Dancers

— Irish SET Dancing, lessons, called. Ceilis. Durham Unitarian church.

Venue: Durham Unitarian Church (Durham Fellowship Hall) : 20 Madbury Road get a map

Time: 7pm-9pm

Price: $5.00

— Note: Adults, leather sole shoes preferred. Always check website to confirm class schedule!!

For more information: (603) 749-1038; (Email): de("sue", "org", "seacoastsetdancers");

Web: www.seacoastsetdancers.org

Generic Schedule: Every Friday Sep-Jun

(This cancellation believed correct by the Dance Gypsy;

Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Friends of the Guiding Star Grange

Featuring: David Kaynor leading with music by Greenfield Dance Band (David Kaynor (fiddle), Stuart Kenney (bass), Mary Cay Brass (piano, accordion), Peter Siegel (mandolin and guitar))

Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7:30) Dance: 8-11:00

Price: $8 - $10 sliding scale (or barter equivalent)

— Note: 7:30 PM workshop for beginners and others; 8:00 - 11:00 dancing for all.

For more information: (413) 367-9380; (Email): de("davidkaynor", "com", "mac");

Web: www.davidkaynor.com

Generic Schedule: second, fourth & fifth Fridays (year round)

This date (August 31, 2012 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Pepperell, MA: Nashoba Valley International Folk Dancers (unconfirmed)

— International Folk Dancing

Venue: McGrath Community Center: Rtes 111 and 113 get a map

Time: 7-9 pm

Price: $free

— Note: Always call 978-433-9874 to verify day and location of dance.

For more information: (978) 433-9874; (Email): de("nleb", "net", "verizon");

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

(This date unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy; See our confirmation policy)

Portsmouth, NH: Ballroom Dance

— Dancing for All Levels, All Dances, All Dancers

Venue: Portsmouth Ballroom Dance Studio: 948 Route 1 Bypass North get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7:30) Dance: 8:30-11:00

Price: $10 pp

— Note: 8:30-9:00 a chance to dance beginner level

For more information: (603) 433-2009; (Email): de("peggimorrow", "net", "comcast");

Web: portsmouthballroomdancestudio.com

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

This date (August 31, 2012 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

San Diego, CA: San Diego Contra Dance; 1st, 3rd & 5th Fridays (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: San Diego Folk Heritage

— Join our Facebook Group (San Diego Contra Dancing)

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church: 3030 Thorn Street get a map

Time: 8 - 11 pm

Price: $7

— Note: Beginner’s workshop 7:30-8:00 p.m.

For more information: (619) 283-8550; (Email): de("SDFH", "com", "san.rr");

Web: sites.google.com/site/sandiegocontradance

Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Fridays (year round)

(This date unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy; See our confirmation policy)

Schenectady, NY: Tri-City Folkdancers (Balkan and International Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Tri-City Folkdancers

— Mostly Balkan International dancing

Venue: YWCA: 44 Washington Ave. get a map

Time: 8:30-10:45 Pm

Price: $8

— Note: Bring shoes for dancing (no street shoes) on wood floor

For more information: (518) 452-1154; (Email): de("schulzbob", "com", "aol");

Web: www.tri-cityfolkdancers.org

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

(This date unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy; See our confirmation policy)

Seattle, WA: Balkan Recreational Dancing (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Seattle Balkan Dancers

— Dancing to recorded music requests most nights with live music parties every 1-2 months

Venue: Russian Center (On Capitol Hill) : 704 19th Ave E. — Corner of 19th Ave. E. & E. Roy St. get a map

Time: 8:30-11:00 Pm

Price: $5.00

— Note: Teaching most nights from 7:30-8:30 (check website for schedule)

For more information: (425) 883-0332; (Email): de("danceinfo", "org", "seattlebalkandancers");

Web: www.seattlebalkandancers.org

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

(This date unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy; See our confirmation policy)

Utica, MI: Ballroom and Tango (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Argentine Tango Detroit

— A warm welcoming atmosphere lesson at 8:00 party at 9:00

Venue: Tango Suave Studio: 7758 Auburn Road get a map

Time: 8:00

Price: $Free trial with purchase

— Note: No partner needed

For more information: (586) 254-0560; (Email): de("ladytango8", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.argentinetangodetroit.com

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

(This date unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy; See our confirmation policy)

Catapult Showcase

Williston, VT: Ballroom Nights Classes & Dance Practice (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: Ballroom Nights

— Weekly ballroom dancing lessons and dance practice. Singles, couples & all levels welcome.

Venue: Ballroom Nights (Jazzercise Studio) : 59 Day Lane — Behind Guy’s Farm & Yard get a map

Time: 7:00-8:00 lesson 8:00-10:00 dance practice

Price: $14 lesson & dance, $10/Student $8 for practice only

— Note: Soft soled shoes.

For more information: (802) 862-2269;

Web: www.ballroomnights.com/index2.html

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

(This cancellation believed correct by the Dance Gypsy;

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