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Folk, contra and traditional dances, festivals and other events

(between May 18, 2013  and  May 18, 2014)

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Boulder (in Gold Hill 12 mile west of Boulder), CO: Planter’s Moon Festival (34 th annual)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

Description: Music Festival weekend with dancing, jamming and singing. Three featured contra dances and a special dance (which means it changes - waltz, Cajun, swing, ...) and workshops. a community weekend (even if your not local). Children are welcomed with a fun Kid’s Coop filled with activities. All participants help keep cost down by doing a chore (most are in the kitchen).

Dance styles include: Contra Swing Waltz Dance

Note: Advanced registration required, no pets allowed.

Venue: Colorado Mountain Ranch: 10063 Gold Hill Rd get a map

Price: $100

For more information: (303) 786-8502; (Email): de("chuck", "com", "river");

Web: www.boulderdance.org/moonfestival

(This event (festival #418) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Copake, NY: Sabab Classic And Contempory Israeli Folk Dance Festival (annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Monday, May 20, 2013

Description: Classic and Contempory Israeli Folk Dance

Dance styles include: Israeli Folk Dance

Venue: Camp Emmanuel get a map

Price: $335-405

For more information: (518) 329-3303; (Email): de("sababa", "com", "keff");

Web: www.sababadance.com

(This event (festival #81) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Dover, DE: Hora Aviv Israeli Dance Camp (16 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Monday, May 20, 2013

Description: Israeli folk dance camp (formerly: Camp Washington)

Dance styles include: Israeli Folk Dance

Venue: Wesley College: 120 North State Street get a map

For more information: (301) 762-8978; (Email): de("shmuel", "com", "capitaldance");

Web: www.capitaldance.com

(This event (festival #427) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Hopewell Junction, NY: Pawling (50 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

Dance styles include: Scottish Dance

Venue: Circle Lodge get a map

Price: $295 and $225

For more information: (212) 849-8282; (Email): de("info", "org", "rscdsnewyork");

Web: www.rscdsnewyork.org

(This event (festival #966) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Huntsville, AL: Once in a Blue Moon (16 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

Description: Contras, Squares and Waltzes

Dance styles include: Contra Dance

Venue: University of Alabama in Huntsville (University Center) get a map

Price: $75

For more information: (256) 880-8740; (Email): de("info", "com", "secontra");

Web: secontra.com/bluemoon.html

(This event (festival #434) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Kintnersville, PA: Philadelphia Spring Thing (52 nd annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

— Sponsored by: Philadelphia Folk Festival

Description: A participatory weekend from the folks who bring you the Philadelphia Folk Festival

Dance styles include: Multi Dance

Venue: Camp Nock-A-Mixon get a map

For more information: (800) 556-FOLK; (Email): de("pfs", "org", "PFS");

Web: www.folkfest.org

(This event (festival #816) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Kitchener (Waterloo), ON: Ontario Folk Dance Camp (55 th annual)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Monday, May 20, 2013

— Sponsored by: Ontario Folk Dance camp

Description: Workshops all day Saturday and Sunday, as well as Monday morning; dance parties Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Featured teachers are Steve Kotansky, teaching International Folk Dance, and Olga Veloff Sandolowich, teaching Macedonian Folk Dance.

Dance styles include: Balkan International Israeli Folk Dance

Note: Open to all ages, all levels. Advance registration is required.

Venue: University of Waterloo  get a map

For more information: (Email): de("info", "ca", "ontariofolkdancecamp");

Web: www.ontariofolkdancecamp.ca

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Mendocino, CA: Razzmatazz Camp (annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

Description: Balkan music and dance weekend

Dance styles include: International Folk Dance

Venue: Mendocino Woodlands: 39350 Little Lake Road get a map

Price: $110

For more information: (510) 965-9688; (Email): de("marilyn", "net", "sonic");

Web: www.mendocinowoodlands.org/vacations.html

(This event (festival #439) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Pittsburgh, PA: Pittsburgh Folk Festival (57 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

Dance styles include: International Folk Dance

Venue: Station Square get a map

For more information: (412) 278-1267; (Email): de("info", "org", "pghfolkfest");

Web: www.pghfolkfest.org

(This event (festival #426) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Prescott, AZ: Prescott May Madness Dance Weekend (annual) (no dance today)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

Dance styles include: Contra Dance

— (Event no longer held in Prescott. May Madness is now in Clarkdale, AZ) —

Venue: Prescott Activity Center get a map

For more information: (Email): de("azwedance", "com", "gmail");

Web: azwedance.org

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San Jose, CA (United States): Statewide Folk Dance Festival of California (68 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

— Sponsored by: Folk Dance Federation of California

Description: “Dance to Your Heart’s Delight” Statewide International Folk Dance Festival in San Jose, California. Steve Kotansky will teach Balkan dances and Erica Goldman will teach Israeli dances. Live & recorded music at the parties.

Dance styles include: Balkan International Israeli Folk Dance

Venue: Del Mar High School: 1224 Del Mar Ave get a map

Price: $Preregistration $70 (by May 1) or attend individually priced single events.

For more information: (Email): de("info", "com", "StatewideFolkdance");

Web: www.StatewideFolkdance.com

(This event (festival #641) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Swannanoa, NC: Swannanoa Gathering - Callers Weekend (10 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Monday, May 20, 2013

— Sponsored by: Swannanoa Gathering

Description: Workshops during the days and square dances each night. Open to callers, dancers, and old-time musicians of all levels.

Dance styles include: Square Dance

Venue: Warren Wilson College (Bryson Gym) : 701 Warren Wilson Rd. get a map

Price: $60

For more information: (828) 771-3722; (Email): de("pjamison", "edu", "warren-wilson");

Web: pm.appstate.edu/~mamlinnl/callersflyer.htm

(This event (festival #781) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Troy, MO: Kimmswick Dance Weekend (52 nd annual)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

— Sponsored by: Childgrove Country Dancers

Description: Dance weekend with contras and squares, plus ad hoc workshops in other dance forms. Music jams are encouraged. Bands generally come from Missouri and surrounding states, and calling is open. Located at Cuivre River State Park, opportunities for swimming, hiking, and just hanging out abound. in even numbered years, the weekend runs from Friday night of Memorial Day weekend until Monday afternoon. in odd years, weekend runs from Friday night until Sunday afternoon the weekend before Memorial Day weekend. Please see the web site for more details.

Dance styles include: Contra Multiple_style Dance

Note: The three-day weekend is generally fully subscribed, so we suggest advance registration!

Venue: Camp Sherwood Forest: Cuivre River State Park get a map

For more information: (636) 537-1643; (Email): de("kimmswick", "org", "childgrove");

Web: www.childgrove.org

(This event (festival #429) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Wareham, MA (United States): Bluegrass on the Bogs Festival, E.Wareham MA (8 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

— Sponsored by: Bluegrass on the Bogs

Description: Bluegrass and non-traditional acoustic music...and dance. Looking to add clogging or other dance workshops during the festival.

Dance styles include: Otherstyle Dance

Note: All welcome

Venue: Jellystone Cape Cod at Maple Park: 290 Glen Charlie Rd get a map

Price: $45 for weekend, $15 Fri,$25 Sat, $20 Sun

For more information: (508) 280-4825; (Email): de("ktpn", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.bluegrassonthebogs.com

(This event (festival #1451) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Saturday, May 18, 2013

Albany, NH: Conway Contradance

Featuring: Byron Ricker leading with music by The Contrapalooza Band...Shana Aisenberg plus Beverly Woods (hammered dulcimer, piano, accordion, guitar, bouzouki), Friends, Gale Johnsen (fiddle) and Peter Kimball (guitar)

Venue: Tin Mountain Conservation Center: 1245 Bald Hill Road get a map

Time: 7:30-9:30, potluck 6:30

Price: $7 Adults, $3 under 12, max $15 families

For more information: (207) 625-2039; (Email): de("gjohn", "net", "psouth");

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Nov-May (and Sep)

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Albuquerque, NM: Albuquerque Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: New Mexico Folk Music and Dance Society

Venue: Albuquerque Square Dance Center: 4909-15 Hawkins NE get a map

Time: 7:30-10:30

Price: $7 members/$8 non-members

For more information: (505) 345-8041; (Email): de("folkmads", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.folkmads.org

Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays (year round)

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Annapolis, MD: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: The Annapolis Traditional Dance Society

Venue: Annapolis Friends Meeting House: 351 DuBois Rd get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6:30) Dance: 7

Price: $10

For more information: (443) 540-0867; (Email): de("annapolis.contra.dance", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.contradancers.com/atds

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Athens, GA: Athens Folk Music and Dance Society (Contra, Square and Waltz Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Athens Folk Music and Dance Society

— Mostly contras with occasional squares&circles. Live music and caller.

Venue: Memorial PARK Recreation Hall: 293 Gran Ellen Dr get a map

Time: Beginner lesson 7:30PM Music at 8

Price: $7.00 : Free for under 18 years

— Note: No partner needed. Wear your comfortable shoes and your Smile.

For more information: (706) 357-9113; (Email): de("char-j", "net", "earthlink");

Web: athensfolk.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Austin, TX: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Tradtional Austin Area Dance Association

Venue: St. Paul Lutheran School: 3501 Red River get a map

Time: 7:30-11:00

Price: $10

— Note: Hospitality available if you know you’ll be in our area

For more information: (512) 453-8936; (Email): de("info", "org", "austincontradance");

Web: TAADA.US

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Bowdoinham, ME: Bowdoinham Dance Series (Cajun, Contra and other Dance styles) (unconfirmed)

Featuring: Bill Olson leading with music by Scrod Pudding (Bill Olson (guitar, bass), Pam Weeks (Fiddle, Appalachian dulcimer), Greg Anderson (hammered dulcimer), Jim Joseph (accordion, banjo, mandolin, percussion) and Eric Weest Johnson (guitar))

— 20th Anniversary Year - New and traditional contras

Venue: Bowdoinham Town Hall: 13 School Street get a map

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

Price: $9

— Note: Beginners welcomed! All dances taught!

For more information: (207) 666-3090; (Email): de("ganderso", "edu", "bates");

Web: www.bates.edu/~ganderso/bowdoinham.html

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Bradford, NH: Bradford Country Squares (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Bradford Country Squares

— Caller: Skip Brown; Cuer: Betty Ann Brown

Venue: Kearsarge Regional Elementary School get a map

Time: 7 pm - just rounds; 7:30 - square dancing

Price: $6

— Note: soft soled shoes

For more information: (603) 863-6394; (Email): de("bradfordcountrysquaresnh", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.bradfordcountrysquares.freeservers.com

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Feb-Nov

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Brookline, MA: Uptown Swing Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Hop to the Beat Dance Studio

— Live Swing music for Lindy Hop, Swing, Balboa and Blues. Lesson included.

Venue: Brookline Tai Chi Center: 1615 Beacon St. get a map

Time: 8:15pm-12:00am

Price: $15, $10 with Student ID

— Note: Please bring a change of shoes; no partner needed; singles and couples welcome.

For more information: (508) 435-2363; (Email): de("info", "com", "hoptothebeat");

Web: www.hoptothebeat.com/uptown-swing-dance

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Catapult Showcase

Concord (East), NH: Contra Dance

Featuring: Alice Morris leading with music by Old New England (Bob McQuillen (piano, accordion), Deanna Stiles (flute and fiddle) and Jane Orzechowski (fiddle))

Venue: East Concord Community Center: 18 Eastman St. get a map

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $7 (ages 15-25 $5, under age 15 free)

For more information: (603) 225-4917; (Email): de("dwh", "net", "nhvt");

Web: homepage.nhvt.net/dwh/contra.htm

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Sep-Jun

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Coos Bay, OR: South Coast Folk Society (Contra Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: South Coast Folk Society

— 3rd Saturday family-friendly contra dance

Venue: Greenacres Grange: Hwy 42 get a map

Time: 7:00 pm

Price: $6.00

— Note: All dances taught; Wear your dancing shoes, comfortable clothes and a smile.

For more information: (541) 756-4701; (Email): de("rosecontra", "com", "yahoo");

Web: southcoastfolksociety.wordpress.com

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Jan-May

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Corvallis, OR: Corvallis Folklore Society Contra Dances

— Sponsored by: Corvallis Folklore Society

Featuring: Eric Curl leading with music by Lanny Martin Revue

— modern urban contra dance series, since 1980s

Venue: First United Congregational Church (Gatton Hall) : 4515 SW West Hills Rd get a map

Time: 7:30 newcomers’ session, 8:00 dance

Price: $6 (members), $7 non-members

— Note: Please bring a pair of clean shoes to help protect the dance floor.

For more information: (541) 745-1002; (Email): de("corvalliscontracommittee", "com", "googlegroups");

Web: cfs.peak.org/dance

Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays Sep-Jun

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Old Town Cottonwood, AZ: Cottonwood Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: AZ We Dance

Featuring: Deb Comly leading

— Pre-dance lesson at 6:30, Dance from 7-10:00!

Venue: Cottonwood Civic Center: 805 Main Street get a map

Time: 7:00-10:00

Price: $7

— Note: Everyone welcome!

For more information: (928) 774-5936; (Email): de("azwedance", "com", "gmail");

Web: azwedance.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Sep-May

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Dallas, TX: North Texas Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: North Texas Traditional Dance Society

— American folk dancing, like the Virginia Reel, etc. No fancy footwork, so it is easy (and fun) enough for beginners to enjoy almost immediately. Casual dress.

Venue: First United Lutheran Church: 6202 Mockingbird Lane get a map

Time: 8-11 pm

Price: $9 non-members, $7 members, $5 students

— Note: All ages welcome, no partner needed, live music, no smoking or alcohol

For more information: (972) 546-8858; (Email): de("info", "org", "nttds");

Web: www.nttds.org

Generic Schedule: third & fifth Saturdays (year round)

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East Hanover, NJ 07936, NJ: Swingin’ Tern Dances (Contra and Square Dance)

— Sponsored by: The Folk Project

Featuring: Dave Rupp leading with music by Oy Diddle Diddle

— More than two decades of contra dancing in northern NJ. Beginners always welcome.

Venue: First Presbyterian Church: 14 Hanover Road get a map

Time: 8 pm (7:30 beginner’s workshop)

Price: $10 per adult, $5 per student

— Note: Bring clean soft-soled shoes to change into. Nondancing children must be supervised at all times.

For more information: (973) 295-6864; (Email): de("dance", "org", "folkproject");

Web: www.folkproject.org

Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays (year round)

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Enfield, CT: Weekly Saturday Social Dance (Ballroom and other Ballroom Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: North American Dance Academy

— Weekly Saturday Social Dance: Free lesson from 7-8, good music, dance in a beautiful ballroom, enjoy light refreshments, BYOB, great weekly tradition, Dance professionals available for hire.

Venue: North American Dance Academy: 127 Pearl St get a map

Time: 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Price: $10

— Note: BYOB, all levels welcome, no partner needed.

For more information: (860) 891-9001; (Email): de("dance", "com", "northamericandanceacademy");

Web: www.northamericandanceacademy.com

Generic Schedule: Every Saturday (year round)

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Fairlee, VT: Fairlee Spring Fling (12 th annual) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: The Reel & Strathspey Society of Fairlee, Vermont

Description: Dance at 7:00 p.m. Walk through at no charge at 2:30. Potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m.

Dance styles include: Scottish Dance

Note: Musicians: Peter Macfarlane (fiddle), Viveka Fox (fiddle), Terry Traub (piano & accordion)

Venue: Fairlee Town Hall: 75 Town Common Road get a map

Price: $13 for general public; $11 for RSCDS Boston Branch Members; $1 for students under 18 years of age

For more information: (802) 439-3459; (Email): de("fairleeclass", "org", "rscdsboston");

Web: www.rscdsboston.org/FairleeSFFlier.pdf

Date for 2013: Saturday, May 18

(This event (festival #375) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Fayetteville, AR: Fayetteville Monthly Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Fayettevill Traditional Dance Society

Featuring: music by Consisting of Curly Miller plus Carole Anne Rose, Dan Luecking, Harold Watson, Melanie Palmer, Peter Lippincott and Ray Palmer

— Contras and other traditional dance styles

Venue: V.A. Medical Center (Building 3 Auditorium) : 1100 North College Avenue get a map

Time: 7:30

Price: $5.00

For more information: (479) 442-8934; (Email): de("luecking", "edu", "uark");

Web: www.nwacontra.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Fayetteville, NY: Syracuse Country Dancers (Contra Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Syracuse Country Dancers

Venue: United Church of Fayetteville: 310 E. Genesee Street get a map

Time: 8:00-11:00

Price: $7.00

— Note: Check website for occasional cancellations or changes in venue

For more information: (Email): de("info", "org", "syracusecountrydancers");

Web: www.syracusecountrydancers.org

Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays (year round)

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Fort Collins, CO: Friends of Traditional Dance (Contra Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Friends of Traditional Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Club Tico (in City Park): 1599 City Park Dr get a map

Time: 8-11:00 (7 lesson)

Price: $8

For more information: (970) 493-8277; (Email): de("FoTD", "org", "FoTD");

Web: www.fotd.org

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

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Foster, RI: Rhode Island Folk Festival (11 th annual) (no dance today)

Multi-day event: Saturday, May 18, 2013 — Sunday, May 19, 2013

— Sponsored by: fosteringArts.org

Description: traditional folk music and dance; daytime workshops and all day concert stage; evening concert; next day open jam session. the contra dance is in the afternoon on Saturday.

Dance styles include: Contra Multiple_style Dance

— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) —

Venue: Littly Rhody Vasa Park: 10 Boswell Trail get a map

Price: $15/day; $15/evening/$25/both

For more information: (401) 392-1322; (Email): de("RIFolkFestival", "com", "notaol");

Web: www.fosteringArts.org

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Lawrence, KS: Lawrence Barn Dance Association Contra Dances (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: The Lawrence Barn Dance Association

— 3rd Saturdays beginner-friendly, 5th Saturdays advanced dances.

Venue: New York Elementary School: 936 New York Street get a map

Time: 7:30

Price: $Adult $8, Student $3, under 16 $2

For more information: (785) 749-1356; (Email): de("info", "org", "lawrencebarndance");

Web: www.lawrencecontradance.org

Generic Schedule: third & fifth Saturdays (year round)

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Lenox, MA: Lenox Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Lenox Contra Dance

Venue: Lenox Community Center: 65 Walker St. get a map

Time: 8:00-11:30

Price: $10 adults ($5 students), new dancers- 2nd dance free!

For more information: (413) 528-3106; (Email): de("info", "org", "lenoxcontradance");

Web: www.LenoxContraDance.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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DG favorite Montpelier, VT: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Contradance Umbrella

Featuring: Will Mentor leading with music by The Free Raisins (Audrey Knuth (fiddle), Amy Englesberg (piano), Jeff Kaufman (mandolin and octave fiddle))

Venue: Capital City Grange: 6612 VT Rt. 12 — Northfield Rd. get a map

Time: 8:00

Price: $8

— Note: Please bring a pair of clean, soft-soled shoes

For more information: (802) 744-2851; (Email): de("ttaska", "com", "pshift");

Web: capitalcitygrange.org/contradances

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

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Montreal, QC: (an undescribed event) (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: SPDTQ

Venue: 2275 Boul. St. Joseph Est get a map

Time: 8:00-1:00

Price: $15 (Can)

For more information: (514) 273-0880; (Email): de("info", "org", "espacetrad");

Web: espacetrad.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Sep-Apr

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Moscow, ID: Monthly Contra Dances: www.palousefolk.org (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Palouse Folklore Society-www.palousefolk.org

Featuring: Emily Faulkner, Karen Wilson-Bell and Roberta Radavich leading with music by Bearfoot plus Larry Simmons

— Additional special contra dances-New Year’s Eve, Halloween & Friday before the 1st weekend in May (Renaissance Fair weekend)

Venue: 1912 Community Center (Sept-April) (website updates & summer info:www.palousefolk.org) : 412 E. 3rd St. — corner of 3rd St & Van Buren get a map

Time: 7:30 PM beginner’s session, 8-11PM Dance

Price: $4. newcomers, $5. members, $7. non-members

— Note: Check our website for updates: www.palousefolk.org, all ages welcome, fragrance-free dance please

For more information: (208) 882-0273; (Email): de("radavich", "com", "moscow");

Web: www.palousefolk.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Moscow, ID: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Palouse Folklore Society

Featuring: music by Wonderful Celtic Band plus Floating Crowbar

— Summer we dance at the Old Blaine Schoolhouse, Winter in town at the 1912 Community Center: www.palousefolk.org

Venue: The Old Blaine Schoolhouse: corner of Blaine and Eid Roads — ~5 mi. S of Moscow off US 95 ,Milepost 340 Eid Rd get a map

Time: 7:30 PM Beginner’s session, 8-11PM dance

Price: $8. General Admission $5. Newcomers $6. Folklore Society Members

— Note: Google Map of Blaine Schoolhouse is wrong. Go to www.palousefolk.org for good map.

For more information: (208) 882-0273; (Email): de("oldhuffalump", "com", "frontier");

Web: www.palousefolk.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Newcastle, CA: Newcastle Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Foothill Country Dancers

Featuring: music by Star Thistle (Cheryl McKinney, David Wright and Dave Kistler)

Venue: Newcastle Portuguese Hall: 690 Taylor Rd get a map

Time: 8pm - 11pm

Price: $8 ($7 members)

For more information: (530) 346-0099; (Email): de("info", "org", "foothilldancers");

Web: www.foothilldancers.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Aug-Jun

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Northboro, MA: Northborough Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Northboro Contra Dance

Featuring: Don Veino leading with music by Jumpstart (Gene Albert (bass), Victor Troll (piano) and (DG supporter) Paul Lizotte (fiddle))

— traditional style contras

Venue: First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church: 40 Church St. get a map

Time: 8:00

Price: $8adult $6student $18family 12 and under free

— Note: soft soled shoes

For more information: (508) 393-2828; (Email): de("kbenne34", "com", "hotmail");

Web: www.northborocontra.com

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Oct-Mar (and May)

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Peterborough, ON: Peterborough English Country Dancers (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: Peterborough English Country Dancers

— english and american style dance to live music

Venue: St John’s Anglican Church (Guildhall) : 99 Brock St get a map

Time: 7:30 to 10:00 p.m.

Price: $10 Adult/ $5 students/ free under 12

— Note: all ages welcome; soft-soled shoes preferred

For more information: (705) 745-1630; (Email): de("bunting.lamond", "net", "nexicom");

Web: www.pecd.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Sep-Apr

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Port Townsend, WA: Port Townsend 3rd Saturday Square Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Port Townsend Community Dance

— Southern squares

Venue: Quimper Grange: 1219 Corona St get a map

Time: 7:30 Pm-11:00 Pm

Price: $5 - $10 adults; Under 16 free

— Note: All ages, all experiences, singles, couples, families, tribes welcome

For more information: (Email): de("illusionsofbanjar", "com", "gmail");

Web: ptcommunitydance.com

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Sep-May

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Portsmouth, NH: Beginner Night (Ballroom and other Ballroom Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Beginner Night, New and Returning Dancers

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

Time: (8pm Lesson) 9-11pm

Price: $10 pp

— Note: Lesson at 8pm, Dance 9-11pm

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

Web: portsmouthballroomdancestudio.com

Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays (year round)

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Poughkeepsie, NY: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Hudson Valley Community Dances

— confirmed!

Venue: Arlington Reformed church: Haight Avenue and Raymond Avenue get a map

Time: 7:30: Contra

Price: $10 /students 5

— Note: Third and usually fifth Saturdays. Call or see website before traveling.

For more information: (845) 473-7050; (Email): de("susiemuse", "net", "verizon");

Web: www.hudsonvalleydance.org

Generic Schedule: third & fifth Saturdays Oct-Jan (and Mar, Apr, May)

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Salt Lake City, UT: Third Saturday Dance (Contra Dance)

— Sponsored by: Wasatch Contras

Featuring: Will Aoki leading with music by Leaping Lulu (Don Anderson, Harvey Neuber, Jill Hughes, Loralyn Staples and Rebecca Fuller)

— Lively traditional music by regional bands working with skilled local callers.

Venue: Montessori Community School: 2416 E 1700 S get a map

Time: 7:00-10:30pm

Price: $7 General Admission, $5 Students, $3 Youth

— Note: No experience or partner needed.

For more information: (801) 232-2348; (Email): de("info", "org", "wasatchcontras");

Web: www.wasatchcontras.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Salt Lake City, UT: Third Saturday Dance (Contra Dance)

— Sponsored by: Wasatch Contras

Featuring: Will Aoki leading with music by Leaping Lulu (Don Anderson, Harvey Neuber, Jill Hughes, Loralyn Staples and Rebecca Fuller)

— Lively music by regional bands.

Venue: Montessori Community School: 2416 E 1700 S get a map

Time: 7:30-10:30

Price: $General Admission $7, Students $5, Youth $3

— Note: No experience or partner needed. Beginner’s workshop 7:00 PM.

For more information: (Email): de("info", "org", "wasatchcontras");

Web: www.wasatchcontras.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

South Amherst, MA: Pleasures of the Town (English Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Amherst Area English Country Dancers

Featuring: Tom Amessé leading with music by Pleasures of the Town (Joyce Crouch (piano), Doug Creighton (flute, melodeon and piccolo)) plus Eric Martin (fiddle, violin, viola) and {subpart}

Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St. get a map

Time: 7:30-10:30

Price: $8($6 students)

— Note: clean, soft soled shoes required

For more information: (413) 549-4123; (Email): de("joycecrouch", "com", "pobox");

Web: www.amherstecd.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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South Amherst, MA: South Amherst Paneurhythmy (International Dance) (unconfirmed)

— outdoor morning spiritual exercises

Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St. get a map

Time: 8 am (9 am March April)

Price: $free

— Note: weather permitting

For more information: (413) 774-2232; (Email): de("shlabuke", "com", "yahoo");

Generic Schedule: Every Saturday Mar-Sep

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South Pasadena (91030), CA: South Pasadena Contra - 3rd Saturday (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: California Dance Coop Los Angeles

— traditional style contras

Venue: Womans Club of South Pasadena: 1424 Fremont Ave — (Corner of Rollin St and Fremont Ave) get a map

Time: Lesson from 7:30pm - 8:00pm and Dance from 8:00pm - 11:00pm

Price: $Admission at the door $10 general, $7 for students with I.D. and CDSS members get $1 off.

— Note: Beginners welcome, all ages and experience levels too!

For more information: (626) 205-2044; (Email): de("thecontradancedude", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.caldancecoop.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)

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Stafford, CT: Stafford Barn Dance (Contra, Square and Multiple_style Dance)

— Sponsored by: Stafford, CT Barn Dance

Featuring: Patricia Campbell leading with music by The Reel Thing (Gwen Glasser (fiddle), Bill Campbell (guitar), Fran Hendrickson (keyboard, accordion), Julie Sorcek (flute and piccolo and saxophone))

— Traditional New England Barn Dance with multiple styles of dance determined by the caller.

Venue: Memorial Hall: 275 Orcutvill Road get a map

— (Family Dance, Children Welcome, Fun for all Ages!) —

Time: 7:30 Pm

Price: $8.00

— Note: Dances geared to adults and teens, but some scheduled as family dances to ecourage younger children.

For more information: (860) 684-3466; (Email): de("richsbardella", "net", "snet");

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Jan-Mar

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Stonington, CT: English Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: English Country Dance of Greater Mystic

Featuring: Peggy Vermilya leading with music by Peter Corbridge

Venue: Stonington Grange: Pequot Trail get a map

Time: 7:30-10:30

Price: $10

— Note: Soft soled shoes requested

For more information: (860) 535-3623; (Email): de("peterv1", "net", "earthlink");

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (not in Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep)

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Tamworth, NH: Contra and Square Dance (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: Tamworth Outing Club

Venue: Brett Elementary School: Route 113 get a map

Time: 8:00

Price: $7

— Note: Please wear soft-soled shoes

For more information: (603) 323-8023; (Email): de("canonkelley", "com", "aol");

Generic Schedule: Every Saturday Jun-Aug

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Watertown, MA: Canadian American Club Dance (Otherstyle Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Canadian American club

— Canadian American Dance

Venue: Canadian American Dance: 202 Arlington St get a map

Time: 8:00pm

Price: $10.00

— Note: over 21

For more information: (617) 924-9827; (Email): de("canadianamericanclub", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.canadianamericanclub.com

Generic Schedule: Every Saturday (year round)

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DG favorite Wethersfield, CT: Cajun/zydeco Dance

— Sponsored by: Hartford Community Dance

Venue: American Legion Hall: 275 Main St. get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7:15) Dance: 8-11:00

Price: $13

For more information: (860) 537-8265; (Email): de("zydecobees", "net", "snet");

Web: www.hcdance.org

Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (not in Jun, Jul)

This date (May 18, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Wiscasset, ME: Morris Farm Contra Dance (17 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Dance styles include: Contra Dance

Venue: Wiscasset Primary School (Gym) : 146 Gardiner Road, W get a map

Price: $6

For more information: (207) 882-4080; (Email): de("gpwlaw", "com", "peoplepc");

Date for 2013: Saturday, May 18

(This event (festival #1332) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Sunday, May 19, 2013

Agoura, CA: Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival (53 rd annual)

Description: An international dance, folk, old-time and bluegrass festival - International Dancing: Irish Set, Scottish Country, English Country, Family, Contra and Square Dancing with all live music!

Dance styles include: English International Square Folk Dance

Venue: Paramount Movie Ranch get a map

Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m

Price: $Buy discount tickets in advance at www.topangabanjofiddle.org.

For more information: (818) 382-4819; (Email): de("info", "org", "topangabanjofiddle");

Web: www.topangabanjofiddle.org

Date for 2013: Sunday, May 19

(This event (festival #812) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Agoura, CA: Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest (53 rd annual)

— Sponsored by: Topanga Banjo*Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival, INc.

Description: A folk dance and bluegrass, folk and old-time music festival, featuring contestants, professional bands, jamming musicians and children’s music and activities. Dance Barn will feature English Country, Family, Contra and Square Dancing with all live music.

Dance styles include: Celtic Contra English Family Square Dance

Venue: Paramount Movie Ranch get a map

Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Price: $Purchase discount tickets in advance at http://www.topangabanjofiddle.org

For more information: (818) 382-4819; (Email): de("publicity", "org", "topangabanjofiddle");

Web: www.topangabanjofiddle.org

Date for 2013: Sunday, May 19

(This event (festival #1263) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Albuquerque, NM: USA Dance Chapter 5047 Northern New Mexico (Ballroom Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: USA Dance Chapter 5047 North Cental New Mexico

— Ballroom Dance, Group Lesson

Venue: Albuquerque Square Dance Center: 4909-15 Hawkins NE get a map

Time: 6:00 to 9:30pm

Price: $5.00 Members $8.00 Non Members

For more information: (Email): de("usadancecnm5047", "com", "gmail");

Web: usadancecenm.org

Generic Schedule: first & third Sundays (year round)

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Arlington, MA: Hungarian Dance Class (International Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Forgas

Featuring: Dénes Takácsy leading

— mostly Transylvanian Hungarian dance cycles

Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St. get a map

Time: 6:30-8:30

Price: $10

For more information: (617) 484-4870; (Email): de("clares2010", "com", "gmail");

Web: people.brandeis.edu/~gessel/forgas

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday Sep-Jun

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Brookline, MA: Scottish Dance (unconfirmed)

Venue: Church of Our Saviour: Carlton St. and Monmouth St. get a map

Time: 6:30-8:30

Price: $5

— Note: Attendance will be limited to the comfortable capacity of the hall. Reservations accepted

For more information: (617) 661-5899; (Email): de("rob.macintosh", "net", "verizon");

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jun, Jul, Aug)

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Cambridge, MA: BIDA Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: BIDA (Boston Intergenerational Dance Advocates)

Featuring: music by Open Band plus Emily Troll (fiddle and accordion)

— BIDA Contra Dance

Venue: Masonic Hall: 1950 Massachusetts Ave get a map

Time: Introductory Lesson 7:00, Dance 7:30-10:30pm

Price: $5-$10 Sliding Scale

— Note: all are welcome, no partner necessary, all dances taught, bring non-street shoes to protect floor.

For more information: (617) 871-0237; (Email): de("BIDA", "org", "BIDAdance");

Web: www.BIDAdance.org

Generic Schedule: first & third Sundays Aug-Jun

This date (May 19, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Clifton Park, NY: scottish country dancers (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: scottish country dancers

— scottish country dancing. RSCDS affiliated.

Venue: Newbitz House: 85 Mann Blvd get a map

Time: 6:45-9

Price: $No Charge

— Note: everyone welcome. singles welcome. please call or email ahead to confirm

For more information: (518) 383-6580; (Email): de("clubitz", "com", "nycap.rr");

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

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Decatur, GA: Second Sunday English Country Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: English Country Dance Atlanta

Featuring: Everett Lunsford, Maggie Cowan and Susan Davis leading with music by Ginger Pyron

— Monthly English Country Dance

Venue: Life Enrichment Center: 1340 McConnell Drive get a map

Time: 1:30p - 5:00p

Price: $6.00

— Note: Annual ECD Dance Weekend -- see website for Fandango!

For more information: (Email): de("eplunsfo", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.ecdatlanta.org

Generic Schedule: third Sundays (year round)

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Delray Beach (phone or e-mail for directions), FL: Delray Beach Contra (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: South Florida Contra

— traditional style contras ~ warm, fun, friendly dance

Venue: Pompey Park Recreation Center (City of Delray Beach Parks & Recreation Dept.) : 1101 NW 2nd Street get a map

Time: 2-5:30; beginner’s session 2-2:30

Price: $10 at the door ($5 ages 6-18)

— Note: Please bring soft soled shoes, and a snack to share if you can.

For more information: (561) 308-8964; (Email): de("prufoxbetty", "com", "juno");

Generic Schedule: third Sundays (year round)

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Enfield, CT: North American Dance Academy (International, Swing and Tango) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: North American Dance Academy

— Every Sunday Latin Dance group lesson and social dance party

Venue: Pearl Ballroom: 127 Pearl St get a map

Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Price: $12

— Note: See web site for full info on current classes

For more information: (860) 891-9001; (Email): de("dance", "com", "northamericandanceacademy");

Web: www.northamericandanceacademy.com

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

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Enfield, CT: Weekly Sunday Social Dances, Latin night (Ballroom Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: North American Dance Academy

— Weekly Sunday Social Dance, Latin Night!

Venue: North American Dance Academy: 127 Pearl St get a map

Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Price: $10

— Note: BYOB, all levels welcome, no partner necessary, beautiful ballroom, good music, light refreshments

For more information: (860) 891-9001; (Email): de("dance", "com", "NorthAmericanDanceAcademy");

Web: www.northamericandanceacademy.com

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

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Kingston, NY: Swing Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Hudson Valley Community Dances

Featuring: Pam Marshall leading

— WCSCalifornia Mix

Venue: White Eagle Hall: 487 Delaware Ave get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6) Dance: 6:30-9

Price: $5

For more information: (845) 339-3032; (Email): de("hudsonvalleywcs", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.hudsonvalleydance.org

Generic Schedule: third Sundays (year round)

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Leominster, MA: Swingin Sunday’s (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Dance 2 Swing

— Swingin Sunday’s Dance2Swing

Venue: Leominster Elks: 134 N. Main St. get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6:30) Dance: 7:30

Price: $12

— Note: Group Dance Lesson and Live Bands every Sunday

For more information: (978) 263-7220; (Email): de("dance2swing", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.dance2swing.com

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

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Manchester, NH: Sunday Night Ballroom Dance Parties

— Sponsored by: Queen City Ballroom

— beginner-friendly with mixer dances and light refreshments

Venue: Queen City Ballroom Dance Studio: 21 Dow St — second floor above the Sanel Company get a map

Time: 6:00 to 9:00 pm

Price: $9 per person. Free admission for first timers

— Note: Please bring a change of shoes to protect the dance floor.

For more information: (603) 622-1500; (Email): de("karen", "com", "queencityballroomnh");

Web: www.queencityballroomnh.com

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

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Montreal, QC: La Grande Rencontre Quebec Traditionnal Dance and Music Festival (20 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Sunday, May 19, 2013 — Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Description: Dances with callers, shows, workshops, storytelling, trad music sessions, exhibitions, activities for children.

Venue: Lafontaine Park (parc lafontaine) get a map

For more information: (514) 273-0880; (Email): de("info", "ca", "spdtq.qc");

Web: espacetrad.org

(This event (festival #100) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Nelson, NH: Monadnock English Country Dance

— Sponsored by: Monadnock Folklore Society

— English Country Dance, a friendly dance suitable for beginners and aficionados

Venue: Nelson Town Hall: 7 Nelson Common Road get a map

Time: 2:00 Pm - 5:00 Pm

Price: $10.00

— Note: soft soled shoes

For more information: (603) 762-0235; (Email): de("lsievert", "com", "yahoo");

Web: monadnockfolk.org

Generic Schedule: third Sundays Feb-May

This date (May 19, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Owego, NY: Contra and Square Dance

— Sponsored by: Tioga County Contra Dance

Featuring: Vikki Armstrong leading with music by Contradictions

Venue: Tioga Trails Cafe (tiogatrailscafe.com) : 50 Lake St. — Intersection of Lake St. and Main St. get a map

Time: 4-7pm

Price: $7 (students & seniors $5)

For more information: (607) 687-4034; (Email): de("stujoyce59", "com", "aol");

Web: dance.clarityconnect.com/owegocontra.html

Generic Schedule: third Sundays (year round)

This date (May 19, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Rochester, NY: CDR English Dances (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Country Dancers of Rochester

— English Country Dancing, All welcome, no partner or experience needed.

Venue: First Baptist Church of Rochester: 175 Allens Creek Road get a map

Time: 6:30 - 9:30 pm

Price: $8

— Note: Occasional irregularities - check web site.

For more information: (585) 442-4681; (Email): de("rwsauvain", "net", "frontiernet");

Web: www.CDRochester.org

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

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San Diego, CA: San Diego English Country Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: San Diego ECD

— English Country for all. Dances are taught & called. No partner necessary.

Venue: Rancho Bernardo: 16955 Bernardo Oaks Dr get a map

Time: 6 - 9 pm

Price: $6 to $10 for special bands & callers

— Note: Beginners welcome

For more information: (858) 273-4174; (Email): de("rich_cosgrove", "com", "hotmail");

Web: sdecd.org

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

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Santa Barbara, CA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Santa Barbara Country Dance Society

— contemporary contras

Venue: Carrillo Ballroom: 100 E. Carrillo St. get a map

Time: 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Price: $10; members $8

For more information: (805) 699-5101; (Email): de("tdg-garyes", "com", "snkmail");

Web: www.sbcds.org

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

This date (May 19, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Troy, NY: Rensselaer English Country Dance (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: DanceFlurry Organization

— Experience the beauty and grace of 18th century dancing. Escape the frenzy of the 21st century! Enjoy moving slowly and gracefully to early classical music.

Venue: Christ Church United Methodist: 35 State St get a map

Time: 2-5:00

Price: $12

— Note: All welcome. No partner or experience needed.

For more information: (Email): de("donbell", "com", "nycap.rr");

Web: www.danceflurry.org/recd

Generic Schedule: third Sundays Sep-Apr

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Watertown, MA: Boston Zydeco

— Sponsored by: Boston Zydeco

Featuring: music by Preston Frank & Friends

— Zydeco Dancing

Venue: Veterans of Foreign Wars: 295 Arsenal Street get a map

— (Lesson starts at 3:30) —

Time: 4:40pm (note!)

Price: $18.00 - suggested donation

— Note: Come one, Come all to the Zydeco Dancing Hall

For more information: (978) 501-5597; (Email): de("nookta01", "com", "hotmail");

Web: www.BostonZydeco.org

Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays Jan-Jan

This date (May 19, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Wethersfield, CT: Always on Sundays (International and Folk Dance)

Venue: Temple Beth Torah: 130 Main Street get a map

Time: 7-10:00

Price: $8

For more information: (860) 521-6440; (Email): de("optomate", "edu", "aya.yale");

Web: www.alwaysonsunday.us

Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)

This date (May 19, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Wethersfield, CT: Ct Scandi Dance (Scandinavian Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: CtScandiDance

— Scandinavian Dancing and Teaching usually live music

Venue: Temple Beth Torah: 130 Main Street get a map

Time: 2-5:30 Pm

Price: $suggested donation $10,unless special dance

— Note: 1 Sunday a month Sept to June 2013 april14,May19,June16

For more information: (Email): de("mandelpols", "com", "gmail");

Generic Schedule: third Sundays Sep-Jan (and Mar, Apr, May, Jun)

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Monday, May 20, 2013

Belfast, ME: Scottish and (lessons) Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Penobscot Bay Scottish Country Dancers

Featuring: music by Recorded Music

Venue: Belfast American Legion Hall: 143 High Street — (entrance on Church Street) get a map

Time: 7:30-9:30

Price: $3

For more information: (207) 722-3139; (Email): de(" zephyrhill", "net", "gwi");

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

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

Brookline, MA: Israeli and Folk Dance (unconfirmed)

Featuring: Raphael Gottesman and Ronnie Efrat leading

Venue: Congregation Kehillath Israel: 384 Harvard St THIS MAP IS WRONG! get a map

Time: 8-12:00

Price: $5 (Students: $3)

For more information: (617) 547-5060, (978) 302-3641; (Email): de("dance", "com", "rrdance");

Web: www.rrdance.com

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

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Charlotte, NC: Charlotte Country Dancers (Contra Dance)

— Sponsored by: Charlotte Country Dancers

— Families, couples and singles welcome. Great wood floor!

Venue: Chantilly: 2101 Shenandoah Avenue get a map

Time: 7:30pm lesson, 8:00 -10:00pl dance

Price: $7 adults, $5 students

For more information: (Email): de("sandybrandusa", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.charlottedancegypsies.org/cdg/Meltdowns/meltdownHomepage.htm

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

This date (May 20, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Chicago, IL: Chicago Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Chicago Barn Dance Company

Venue: Northwest Side: 4626 N Knox Ave get a map

Time: 7-9:30 pm.

Price: $7/$5 students and seniors

— Note: Rotates between two venues. Please confirm venue on our web site!

For more information: (224) 534-9173; (Email): de("info", "com", "ChicagoBarnDance");

Web: www.chicagobarndance.com

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

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Concord, MA: Monday Contras

— Sponsored by: MondayContras Committee

Featuring: Daniel Friedman leading with music by Jack O’Connor (mandolin, banjo, percussion), Mark Simos (fiddle, mandolin, guitar, piano), Owen Morrison (guitar, mandolin and fiddle)

— Contras plus Squares, Waltzes, etc. Performers detail at MondayContras.com, if not shown here.

Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street get a map

Time: 7:30-10:30

Price: $8; students 22 & under $5

— Note: Please bring a clean pair of soft-soled shoes to change into upon entry for dancing.

For more information: (781) 272-0396; (Email): de("Caldance", "net", "verizon");

Web: MondayContras.com

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

This date (May 20, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Evanston, IL: Evanston Monday Night Folk Dance (Balkan, International and Multiple_style Dance)

— Sponsored by: Evanston

— 7:30-9:00 pm Teaching, easier dances; Occasional workshops live music

Venue: Lake Street Church of Evanston: 607 Lake Street get a map

Time: 7:30-10:30 pm

Price: $5

For more information: (Email): de("emnfdancers", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.evanstonfolkdance.org

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

This date (May 20, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Knoxville, TN: Knoxville Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Knoxville Contra Dance

— Contra dance to live music with waltzing at the break.

Venue: The Laurel Theater: 1538 Laurel Ave — (corner of Laurel & 16th St) get a map

Time: 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Price: $7 ($3 for students)

— Note: First time visitors receive a get-in-free card for next time.

For more information: (Email): de("kcdwebmaster", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.knoxvillecontradance.org

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

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Louisville, KY: Louisville Country Dancers (Contra Dance) (unconfirmed)

Venue: Church of the Advent: 901 Baxter Avenue get a map

Time: 8:00 pm

Price: $Varies by age & band

— Note: FREE introductory lesson at &:30 pm -- Please wear soft soled shoes

For more information: (502) 418-0237; (Email): de("Naresh.Keswani", "us", "Jefferson.kyschools");

Web: www.louisvillecontradancers.org

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

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Louisville, KY: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Louisville Country Dancers

— We dance every Monday. in addition, the 1st Friday AND the 3rd Saturday of the month.

Venue: Church of the Advent: 901 Baxter Avenue get a map

Time: Beginners lesson at 7:30. Dance begins at 8.

Price: $Gen. Adm. $7. Member discount $1

— Note: The beginners lesson begins at 7:30. and dancing at 8pm.

For more information: (502) 418-0237; (Email): de("Naresh.Keswani", "us", "Jefferson.kyschools");

Web: www.louisvillecontradancers.org

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

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Medford (Square), MA: Cambridge Class at Springstep (Scottish Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Royal Scottish Country Dance Society

Venue: Springstep: 98 George P. Hassett Drive get a map

Time: 7:45-10:15

Price: $8 (students $4)

— Note: Please bring soft soled shoes

For more information: (Email): de("CambridgeClass", "org", "rscdsboston");

Web: www.rscdsboston.org/classes-camb.html

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

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DG favorite Nelson, NH: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Monadnock Folklore Society

Featuring: Don Primrose, (DG supporter) Lisa Sieverts, Rich Hart and (DG supporter) Rickey Holt leading with music by Gordon Peery (piano Guitar), Harvey Tolman (fiddle), Lloyd Carr (piano), Matt Garland, Perin Ellsworth-Heller, Richard Backes and Roger Treat (fiddle)

— We always have cookies!

Venue: Nelson Town Hall: 7 Nelson Common Road get a map

Time: 8:00-10:30

Price: $3

For more information: (603) 762-0235; (Email): de("lsievert", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.monadnockfolk.org

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

This date (May 20, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Wyoming, OH: Cincinnati Contra Dancers Monday

— Sponsored by: Cincinnati Contra Dancers

— Monday night contra dance.

Venue: Center for the Arts, Wyoming: 322 Wyoming Ave get a map

Time: 8:00pm -10:00pm

Price: $4.00

— Note: Lessons at 7:30.Please bring soft soled shoes.

For more information: (513) 681-4768; (Email): de("cincinnaticontradance", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.cincinnaticontradance.org

Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)

This date (May 20, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Brattleboro, VT: Shall We Dance So. VT (Ballroom Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Shall We Dance So. VT

— Four and Five week series focusing on one dance style.

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

Time: 7-8:30pm

Price: $50/5 weeks; $12 drop-in

— Note: Beginners and intermediate. Carry dance shoes, please.

For more information: (802) 348-6671; (Email): de("ray", "org", "letsdancesovt");

Web: www.shallwedance.biz

Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)

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Brattleboro, VT: Brattleboro Tango Open Practica (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Brattleboro Tango Community

— TOPS - Tango Open Practice Sessions: a congenial place to practice Argentine Tango

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

Time: 8:45pm - ?

Price: $5

— Note: All levels. Newcomers and curious visitors are welcome to participate or watch. Some Instruction.

For more information: (603) 756-3104; (Email): de("sally.brat.tango", "com", "gmail");

Web: brattleborotango.org

Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)

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Clemmons, NC: Winston-Salem Clemmons Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Fiddle & Bow Country Dancers

— Contras and squares to live traditional string music

Venue: Clemmons Civic Club: 2870 Middlebrook Dr get a map

Time: 8:00 - 10:30

Price: $7.00/$5.00 students

— Note: Everyone welcome. Newcomers lesson at 7:30. Bring clean shoes.

For more information:

Web: feetretreat.com

Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)

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Decatur, GA: Tuesday Night Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Chattahoochee Country Dancers

— Mosty contras and squares with other set dances and waltzes thrown in for good measure. Sit in musicians welcome to join core band. Open mic for callers. Snacks available, but bring some to share.

Venue: Messiah Lutheran Church (Atlanta) : 465 Clairemont Ave get a map

Time: 8:00p

Price: $3

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

Web: www.contradance.org

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

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Fayetteville, AR: International Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Fayetteville International Folk Dancers

Featuring: music by Harold Watson

Venue: Trinity United Methodist Church: 1021 W. Sycamore — Intersection of Sycamore and Garland get a map

Time: 7-9:00

Price: $3.00

For more information: (479) 756-3298; (Email): de("hwatson", "org", "fifd");

Web: www.fifd.org

Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)

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Harwich, MA: Folk Dancers of Cape Cod (Balkan, International and Israeli Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Cape Cod Folkdance

— International Folk Dancing by Request

Venue: Masjah Center: 181 Rte 137 get a map

Time: 7pm to 9pm

Price: $5

— Note: formerly known as Wellfleet Folkdancers

For more information: (508) 237-2650; (Email): de("balkindanser", "com", "gmail");

Web: folkdancersofcapecod.weebly.com

Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)

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New York, NY: English country dance

— Sponsored by: Country Dance New York Inc.

Featuring: Paul Ross leading with music by Cynthia Shaw (Piano), Lisa Terry and Naomi Morse (fiddle)

— English country dancing for all with live music

Venue: The Church of the Village: 201 W. 13th St — near 7th Ave. (enter on 13th St.) get a map

Time: 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Price: $15; $12 students and members

— Note: Beginning and skills classes 7 - 7:30, general 7:30-10:00

For more information: (212) 459-4080; (Email): de("info2", "org", "cdny");

Web: www.cdny.org

Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday Sep-Jun

This date (May 21, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Santa Barbara, CA: Country Dances of England in Santa Barbara (English Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Santa Barbara Country Dance Society

Venue: First Presbyterian Church: 21 E Constance Ave get a map

Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Price: $4

For more information: (805) 699-5101; (Email): de("tdg-garyes", "com", "sneakemail");

Web: www.sbcds.org/ecd

Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)

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

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Amherst, MA: Downtown Amherst Contradance

— Sponsored by: Amherst Area Contras

Featuring: Will Mentor leading with music by Firecloud (Andy Reiner (fiddle), Julie Vallimont (piano and accordion))

— Exciting, new contra dance in downtown Amherst featuring well-known and upcoming callers & musicians

Venue: Masonic Lodge (aka Pacific Lodge) : 99 Main Street get a map

Time: 7:30

Price: $10, Students $8, High School $6

— Note: Free intro lesson at 7; please bring soft-soled shoes (no street shoes on the floor).

For more information: (Email): de("will", "com", "dedicationtechnologies");

Web: amherstcontra.org

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

This date (May 22, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

DG favorite Arlington Heights, MA: English Dance

— Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre

Featuring: Robin Hayden leading with music by Jacqueline Schwab (Piano)

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

Time: 7:30-10:30

Price: $9 ($7 members, $4 students & newcomers)

For more information: (Email): de("info-english", "org", "cds-boston");

Web: www.cds-boston.org

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday Sep-Jun

This date (May 22, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Austin, TX: Austin Barn Dancers (Contra Dance) (unconfirmed)

Featuring: Dale Rempert leading with music by Local On Call Orchestra (LOCO)

Venue: Hancock Rec. Center: 811 E 41st — corner of Red River get a map

Time: 7:30 - 10:00

Price: $free

— Note: Hospitality available if you know you’ll be in our area

For more information: (512) 453-4225; (Email): de("drempert", "com", "ix.netcom");

Web: www.AustinBarnDancers.org

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Brattleboro, VT: African Dance (Otherstyle Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Brattleboro African Dance

— West African dance for all levels, with live drumming

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

Time: 7-8:30

Price: $sliding scale $12-15

— Note: bring a water bottle

For more information: (802) 258-6475; (Email): de("africandancevt", "com", "gmail");

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Brattleboro, VT: African Dance Vermont (International and Otherstyle Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: African Dance Vermont

— African Dance classes with a rotation of teachers

Venue: Brattleboro Stone Church: 210 Main St get a map

Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Price: $sliding scale $12-15

— Note: All levels welcome. Wear clothes that you can move in and bring a water bottle

For more information: (802) 258-6475; (Email): de("africandancevt", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.africandancevt.com

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Cambridge, MA: MIT Israeli Dance

— Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club

Venue: MIT Student Center (2nd or 4th Floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue get a map

— (Subject to location change or cancellation.) —

Time: 8:00 - 11:00 pm

Price: $1 suggested donation

For more information: (Email): de("mitisraeli", "com", "gmail");

Web: mit.edu/fdc

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

This date (May 22, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Fairlee, VT: Scottish Country Dance Class (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Reel & Strathspey Society of Fairlee, VT (RSCDS Boston B

Featuring: Gary Apfel leading

— Scottish Country Dance. All dances taught. No partner necessary. Beginners welcome.

Venue: Fairlee Town Hall: 75 Town Common Road get a map

Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Price: $3 (First time free)

— Note: always confirm first

For more information: (802) 439-3459; (Email): de("FairleeClass", "org", "rscdsboston");

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday Sep-Jun

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Framingham, MA: Framingham Folk Dancers (International Dance)

— “Specializing in dances from Earth”

Venue: Edward’s Church Parish Hall: 39 Edwards St. get a map

Time: 7:30-10:00

Price: $5 (first time free)

— Note: Please bring soft-soled shoes that you use just for dancing

For more information: (978) 897-7549; (Email): de("joe", "com", "duxsys");

Web: www.duxburysystems.com/ffd

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday Sep-Jun

This date (May 22, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Metairie, LA: Muggivan School of Irish Dance (Celtic and International Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Muggivan School of Irish Dance

— Irish Dance Lessons

Venue: Muggovian School of Irish Dance: 901 Veterans Blvd. — Suite 205 get a map

Time: Call or Email for Class Schedules

— Note: **New Holiday Workshops in Slidell, La!

For more information: (504) 259-7315; (Email): de("irishdancenorthshore", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.irishdancela.com

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Midrand, GP: Group & Social (Ballroom and other Ballroom Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Rhythm Divine Dancing

— Everyone Welome

Venue: Crescent Heights centre: Old Pretoria Main Rd get a map

Time: 20:00-22:00

Price: $Free

— Note: Teaching you to Dance - One Step at a Time!

For more information: (074) 173-0864; (Email): de("rhythmdivinedancing", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.facebook.com/RhythmDivineDancing

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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

Montague (Center), MA: Montague Open Band Contra Dance (no dance today)

— All acoustic instruments welcome to join the band.

Venue: Montague Grange (Contra Dance 7-10; Gender role-free) : 34 Main Street get a map

Time: 7:30 Pm

Price: $5.00 to $10.00 Sliding Scale

— Note: No Wheelchair Access

For more information: (413) 367-9380; (Email): de("rebeccabecca", "net", "att");

Web: www.montaguema.net/group.cfm?name=Grange

Generic Schedule: fourth Wednesdays Apr-Apr

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Montpelier, VT: Montpelier Scottish Country Dancers (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Montpelier Parks and Recreation

Featuring: Martha Kent leading

— Scottish Country Dancing, mixed level. Register through Montpelier Parks and Recreation or drop in.

Venue: Union School: 1 Park Ave get a map

Time: 7-9:00

Price: $5 - $7.50

— Note: soft soled shoes please, call first as we skip a week sometimes

For more information: (802) 879-7618; (Email): de("mdkent", "net", "comcast");

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday Sep-May

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Nashua, NH: Scottish Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: RSCDS, Boston Branch

Featuring: Loren Wright leading

Venue: Church of the Good Shepherd: 214 Main St. get a map

Time: 7-9:00

Price: $3

— Note: no partner necessary; beginners welcome; soft-soled shoes

For more information: (603) 891-2331; (Email): de("nashuascd", "net", "comcast");

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Portsmouth, NH: Beginner Practice Sessions on Wed (Ballroom and other Ballroom Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Guided Dancing. Help and suggestions available.

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

Time: (8-8:30 Mini Lesson) 8:30-10:00pm

Price: $10 pp

— Note: A good way to learn to feel more comfortable on the Dance Floor.

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

Web: portsmouthballroomdancestudio.com

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Princeton (08540), NJ: Princeton Country Dancers Wednesday Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Princeton Country Dancers

— Varied contras for all levels.

Venue: Suzanne Patterson Center (Monument Dr) : 45 Stockton St — Behind Borough Hall get a map

Time: 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Price: $8

— Note: Please bring clean soft-soled shoes to wear while dancing.

For more information: (609) 844-0459; (Email): de("pcdinfo", "com", "aol");

Web: www.princetoncountrydancers.org

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Utica, MI: Tango (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Atd

— We are a warm, friendly and very enthusiastic community of dancers located in the Detroit Metropolitan area. Whether you are beginning or advanced, we welcome you to come join us. Group classes and

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

Time: 7:00

Price: $15

— Note: none

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

Web: www.argentinetangodetroit.com

Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)

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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Bethesda, MD: Glen Echo Folkdancers (Balkan and International Dance) (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Glen Echo Folkdancers

— friendly, inviting group, all skill levels, high energy

Venue: Church of the Redeemer: 6201 Dunrobbin Drive (near MacArthur Blvd get a map

Time: 7:30-10:45

Price: $7

For more information: (301) 466-3018; (Email): de("dancingplanet", "com", "erols");

Web: www.dancingplanetproductions.com

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)

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Concord, MA: Thursday Contras at the Scout House

— Sponsored by: Neffa

Featuring: Lisa Greenleaf leading with music by Corey Dimario (bass), Ethan Hazzard-Watkins (fiddle), Owen Morrison (guitar, mandolin and fiddle)

Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street get a map

Time: 7:30-10:30

Price: $8 ($5 age 22 and under)

— Note: Bring clean, non-marking shoes. Only service animals allowed in the hall

For more information: (617) 299-1590; (Email): de("thursdaycontras", "org", "neffa");

Web: www.ThursdayContras.com

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)

This date (May 23, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Holyoke, MA: Thursday West Coast Swing Dance Holyoke (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Hooked on Swing Society

— West coast swing & mixed other. Friendly affordable great music.

Venue: Depot Square: 92 Race Street get a map

Time: 6:30 lesson/7:30-lessons/Dance 8:00 to 10:30

Price: $10 both

For more information: (480) 395-2117; (Email): de("Dancewithsharon", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.dancingwithsharon.com

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)

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Holyoke, MA: Holyoke West coast Swing

— Sponsored by: Dancing with Sharon

— West Coast Swing in Holyoke, MA

Venue: Depot Square: 92 Race Street get a map

Time: 6:30/ 7:30 lessons/8:30 dance

Price: $10 class/$5 dance

— Note: No partner needed. All levels of dancers. Beginner friendly

For more information: (Email): de("dancewithsharon", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.dancingwithsharon.com

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday Feb-Dec

This date (May 23, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Northampton, MA: Scottish Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: RSCDS Boston Branch

— Scottish Country Dancing

Venue: 1st Churches: 129 Main St. — use Center St. entrance (across from the Iron Horse) get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7-8:30) Dance: 8:45-9:30, social dance last Thursday of the month

Price: $5.00

— Note: Please wear soft soled shoes

For more information: (413) 527-3407;

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday Sep-May

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Oklahoma City, OK: English Country Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Scissortail Traditional Dance Society

Venue: Central Oklahoma City: 3000 General Pershing Boulevard get a map

Time: 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Price: $2.00

— Note: Occasional live music, otherwise CD’s

For more information: (405) 819-7206; (Email): de("seabarri", "com", "hotmail");

Web: www.scissortail.org

Generic Schedule: second & fourth Thursdays (year round)

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Ottawa, ON: International Folk Dancers of Ottawa (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: International Folk Dancers of Ottawa

— weekly dances, occasional workshops and parties

Venue: Centretown - Downtown: 320 Jack Purcell Lane get a map

Time: 7:10- 10:30

Price: $85/year membership, $7/night non-members

For more information: (613) 729-1515; (Email): de("susan", "ca", "ifdo");

Web: www.ifdo.ca

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)

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South Bend, IN: South Bend Swing Lab (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: South Bend Swing Lab

— Michiana’s First Swing and Lindy Hop Community

Venue: Merriman’s Playhouse: 1215 Mishawaka Ave get a map

Time: Lesson 7-8 PM, Open Dance 8-10 PM

Price: $Lesson and Dance: $10 Regular $5 for Students Just the Dance: $5 Regular, $3 Students

— Note: Suggested $1 donation for bottled water. Water proceeds go to Merriman’s Playhouse.

For more information: (Email): de("sbswinglab", "com", "gmail");

Web: sbswinglab.wordpress.com

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)

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Wasilla, AK: Dancing Bears Dance Camp (32 nd annual)

Multi-day event: Thursday, May 23, 2013 — Monday, May 27, 2013

Featuring: Changeling ~ Diane Silver ~ High Lonesome Sound ~ Joseph Pimentel

Description: A 3 day dance camp weekend featuring contra and square dances and offering a variety of music and dance workshops. Every Memorial Day weekend at beautiful Kings Lake Camp near Anchorage Alaska.

Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance

Note: Pre-registration is required. Please see our website for registration and Camp details: thedancingbears.org

Venue: King’s Lake Camp get a map

Price: $240

For more information: (907) 223-2327; (Email): de("barbara", "com", "alaskabike");

Web: thedancingbears.org

(This event (festival #430) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Wasilla, AK: Dancing Bears Dance Camp (32 nd annual)

Multi-day event: Thursday, May 23, 2013 — Monday, May 27, 2013

— Sponsored by: The Dancing Bears

Description: An annual 3 day dance camp featuring contra and square dancing as well as a variety of other dance and music workshops. Located at beautiful Kings Lake Camp near Anchorage, Alaska.

Dance styles include: Contra Square Otherstyle Dance

Note: Advanced registration is required. See our website (thedancingbears.org) for details.

Venue: King’s Lake Camp get a map

Price: $240

For more information: (907) 223-2327; (Email): de("barbara", "com", "alaskabike");

Web: thedancingbears.org

(This event (festival #1834) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Watertown, MA: International Dance

— Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England

— Experienced-level teaching and request dancing.

Venue: First Parish of Watertown,: 35 Church Street get a map

Time: 8:15-10:45

Price: $9

For more information: (781) 643-2386; (Email): de("fac", "org", "facone");

Web: www.facone.org/programs/thursdaydance.html

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)

This date (May 23, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Westfield, MA: Big Band Swing & Ballroom (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Small Planet Dancers & Premier Swing Band

— 8-piece Big Band performing Swing, Foxtrot, ChaCha, Rumba, & more

Venue: Dancers Image (The Mill at Crane Pond) : 77 Mill St. get a map

Time: 6:30-7:00 dance lesson; 7:00-9:00 dance

Price: $10

— Note: Complimentary dance lesson; Singles & Couples welcome

For more information: (413) 746-9067; (Email): de("info", "com", "SmallPlanetDancers");

Web: www.SmallPlanetDancers.com

Generic Schedule: fourth Thursdays (year round)

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White Plains, NY: English Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Country Dancers of Westchester

Featuring: music by Leah Barkan (piano), Mark Eisenberg (recorder), Stewart Dean (concertina) and Sue Polansky (clarinet)

Venue: Church In The Highlands: Bryant Ave and Grandview Ave. get a map

Time: 7:30-10:00

Price: $9

For more information: (914) 693-5577; (Email): de("bhuppert", "com", "juno");

Web: sites.google.com/site/cdwestchester

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday Sep-May

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Woodbridge, CT: Israeli and Folk Dance (unconfirmed)

Venue: Jewish Community Center of Greater New Haven: 360 Amity Road (route 63) get a map

Time: (Workshop/lesson: 8) Dance: 9:00

Price: $5

For more information: 860 985-7550; (Email): de("yossi", "com", "hilulim");

Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)

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Friday, May 24, 2013

Alton, ME: Contra Dance at Happy Acres (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Happy Acres Hall

Venue: Happy Acres Hall: 3704 Bennoch Rd (Rt 16) get a map

Time: Beginners’ Session at 7:30pm, Dance 8-11

Price: $4/Student, $8/Adult, $20/Family

— Note: All ages welcome!

For more information: (207) 394-2363; (Email): de("greta", "com", "happyacreshall");

Web: www.HappyAcresHall.com

Generic Schedule: fourth Fridays Feb-Oct

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Amherst, MA: International Dance

— Sponsored by: Amherst International Folkdancing

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 date (May 24, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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)

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Arlington Heights, MA: FAC Friday dance (International Dance)

— 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

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Ballston Spa, NY: Gottagetgon Festival (annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 24, 2013 — Monday, May 27, 2013

Description: Concerts, workshops. Sat. night family dance

Dance styles include: Contra Family Dance

Venue: Saratoga County Fairgrounds get a map

For more information: (518) 882-6809; (Email): de("betsyfry", "com", "aol");

Web: www.pickingandsinging.org

(This event (festival #422) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Brattleboro, VT: Brattleboro Ballroom (unconfirmed)

— 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)

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Brooklyn, NY: Brooklyn Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Brooklyn Contra

Featuring: Will Mentor leading with music by High Toned String Band

— Brooklyn Contra, founded in 2010, holds a dance once a month in various locations around Brooklyn. Known for lots of welcoming energy, BK Contra boasts a high percentage of new dancers each month!

Venue: Someplace near Brooklyn, NY get a map

— (Venue: Brooklyn Lyceum, 227 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY) —

Time: 7:30pm beginners’ lesson; dancing 8-11pm

Price: $15, $12 for students

— Note: See website for specific dance locations and dates-- we try to be 4th Fridays but aren’t always.

For more information: (347) 875-0751; (Email): de("brooklyncontra", "com", "gmail");

Web: brooklyncontra.wordpress.com

Generic Schedule: fourth Fridays (year round)

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Brunswick (Brunswick), ME: Folk Dance Brunswick (Balkan and other International Folk Dance)

— Sponsored by: Folk Dance Brunswick

— World music and dance from the Balkans, Israel, northern Europe, and around the globe.

Venue: People Plus: 35 Union Street get a map

Time: 6:30-9:00 p.m.

Price: $8 ($5 for students, seniors)

— Note: Great fun, good exercise. Many dances are taught. No partner needed.

For more information: (207) 200-7577; (Email): de("brennan.mk", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.folkdancebrunswick.com

Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)

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Burlington, VT: Mad Robin Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Mad Robin Callers Collective

— Burlington’s newest dance series! Featuring callers from the local Mad Robin Callers Collective.

Venue: First Congregational Church: 38 South Winooski Avenue get a map

Time: 7:45 - 11:00

Price: $5 - $10 sliding scale, $20 for families

— Note: All are welcome, wear soft soled shoes and be ready to shake your tail feathers!

For more information: (802) 503-1251; (Email): de("madrobincc", "com", "gmail");

Web: www.madrobincallers.org

Generic Schedule: fourth Fridays (year round)

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DG favorite Cambridge, MA: Harvard Square English Country Dance - Beginner Friendly

— Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre

Featuring: Leslie Lassetter leading

— Beginner friendly English Country Dance.

Venue: Harvard-Epworth Methodist Church: 1555 Massachusetts Ave get a map

Time: 7:30-9:30.

Price: $7/$6 CDS members/$4 students

— Note: Please wear comfortable clothing and clean, soft-soled shoes.

For more information: (617) 744-5331; (Email): de("harvardecd", "com", "cleverthoughts");

Web: www.cds-boston.org

Generic Schedule: second & fourth Fridays Sep-Jun

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