The Dance Gypsy presents

Folk, contra and traditional dances, festivals and other events near Pawtucket, Rhode Island

(between May 23, 2013  and  May 23, 2014)

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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”

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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Friday, May 24, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Featuring: Linda Leslie calling with music by Amy Larkin (fiddle), Jonathan Larkin (fiddle), Max Newman (guitar, mandolin and banjo)

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

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

Smithfield, RI: Bayou N Boogie Fest (7 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, May 24, 2013 — Sunday, May 26, 2013

Description: Picturesque views set the stage for two days of Hot Louisiana Music!! Rain or Shine Covered dance pavilion with large wood dance floor!! Indoor & outdoor stages for continuous music. Grill area serving food. Beginners & Advanced Dance Lessons Accordion workshop with Corey Ledet Fiddle workshop with Dennis Stroughmatt 2009 Artists: Li’l Nathan & the Zydeco Big Timers, Curley Taylor & Zydeco Trouble, Dennis Stroughmatt & Creole Stomp, Corey Ledet plus many more

Dance styles include: Cajun Dance

Venue: Smithfield Elks Lodge: 326 Farnum Pike get a mapget directions (6 miles)

For more information: (401) 965-0849; (Email): de("joe", "com", "salsrbclub");

Web: www.bayounboogiefest.com

(This event (festival #1202) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2013)

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Saturday, May 25, 2013

East Providence, RI: Swingin’ 88’s Monthly Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: swingin 88s

— Monthly swing dance, all levels welcome, no partner necessary. East Coast, West Coast, Blues, Lindy with a sprinkling of cha-cha and waltz. Live music 3 times per year - admission varies.

Venue: Brightridge Club: Brightridge Ave and Warren Ave get a mapget directions (4 miles)

Time: 7-11:30

Price: $8; $6 student

For more information: (508) 222-2185; (Email): de("swingin88s", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.swingin88s.com

Generic Schedule: last Saturdays Sep-Jun

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

Thursday, May 30, 2013

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Friday, May 31, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Featuring: Chris Weiler calling with music by Eric Eidreiner (piano) and Julie Metcalf (fiddle)

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

This date (May 31, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Friday, June 7, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Friday, June 14, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Featuring: George Marshall calling with music by Ann Percival (piano, guitar) and Rodney Miller (fiddle)

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

This date (June 14, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

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Thursday, June 20, 2013

Friday, June 21, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Thursday, June 27, 2013

Friday, June 28, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Featuring: Lisa Greenleaf calling with music by Dave Langford (fiddle, and, guitar), Karen Axelrod (piano and accordion)

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

This date (June 28, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Saturday, June 29, 2013

East Providence, RI: Swingin’ 88’s Monthly Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: swingin 88s

— Monthly swing dance, all levels welcome, no partner necessary. East Coast, West Coast, Blues, Lindy with a sprinkling of cha-cha and waltz. Live music 3 times per year - admission varies.

Venue: Brightridge Club: Brightridge Ave and Warren Ave get a mapget directions (4 miles)

Time: 7-11:30

Price: $8; $6 student

For more information: (508) 222-2185; (Email): de("swingin88s", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.swingin88s.com

Generic Schedule: last Saturdays Sep-Jun

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

Monday, July 1, 2013

Bristol, RI: Newport Vintage Dance Week (no dance today)

Description: After 25 wonderful years, Newport Vintage Dance Week has ended. the Commonwealth Vintage dancers will be running new and exciting events. Check them out at our website.

Dance styles include: Vintage Dance

— (Event cancelled permanantly.) —

Venue: Roger Williams University: 1 Old ferry Road get a mapget directions (17 miles)

For more information:

Web: www.vintagedancers.org

Date for 2013: Monday, July 1

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Thursday, July 4, 2013
Note: Independence Day — some events will be cancelled. Be sure to double check!

Friday, July 5, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

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Saturday, July 6, 2013

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Friday, July 12, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Featuring: Lucia Watson calling with music by Glen Loper (mandolin, banjo and percussion)

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

This date (July 12, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Thursday, July 18, 2013

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Friday, July 19, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Thursday, July 25, 2013

Friday, July 26, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Featuring: Lisa Greenleaf calling

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

— (Benefit Dance) —

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

This date (July 26, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Catapult Showcase

Saturday, July 27, 2013

East Providence, RI: Swingin’ 88’s Monthly Dance (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: swingin 88s

— Monthly swing dance, all levels welcome, no partner necessary. East Coast, West Coast, Blues, Lindy with a sprinkling of cha-cha and waltz. Live music 3 times per year - admission varies.

Venue: Brightridge Club: Brightridge Ave and Warren Ave get a mapget directions (4 miles)

Time: 7-11:30

Price: $8; $6 student

For more information: (508) 222-2185; (Email): de("swingin88s", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.swingin88s.com

Generic Schedule: last Saturdays Sep-Jun

(This cancellation believed correct by the Dance Gypsy;

Thursday, August 1, 2013

Friday, August 2, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Thursday, August 8, 2013

Friday, August 9, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Featuring: Chris Weiler calling with music by Glen Loper (mandolin, banjo and percussion)

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

This date (August 9, 2013 ) is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)

Thursday, August 15, 2013

Friday, August 16, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Thursday, August 22, 2013

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Saturday, August 31, 2013

East Providence, RI: Swingin’ 88’s Monthly Dance (no dance today)

— Sponsored by: swingin 88s

— Monthly swing dance, all levels welcome, no partner necessary. East Coast, West Coast, Blues, Lindy with a sprinkling of cha-cha and waltz. Live music 3 times per year - admission varies.

Venue: Brightridge Club: Brightridge Ave and Warren Ave get a mapget directions (4 miles)

Time: 7-11:30

Price: $8; $6 student

For more information: (508) 222-2185; (Email): de("swingin88s", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.swingin88s.com

Generic Schedule: last Saturdays Sep-Jun

(This cancellation believed correct by the Dance Gypsy;

Thursday, September 5, 2013

Friday, September 6, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Saturday, September 7, 2013

Thursday, September 12, 2013

Friday, September 13, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

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

Thursday, September 19, 2013

Friday, September 20, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Friday, September 27, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

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

Saturday, September 28, 2013

East Providence, RI: Swingin’ 88’s Monthly Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: swingin 88s

— Monthly swing dance, all levels welcome, no partner necessary. East Coast, West Coast, Blues, Lindy with a sprinkling of cha-cha and waltz. Live music 3 times per year - admission varies.

Venue: Brightridge Club: Brightridge Ave and Warren Ave get a mapget directions (4 miles)

Time: 7-11:30

Price: $8; $6 student

For more information: (508) 222-2185; (Email): de("swingin88s", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.swingin88s.com

Generic Schedule: last Saturdays Sep-Jun

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

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Friday, October 4, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Saturday, October 5, 2013

Thursday, October 10, 2013

Friday, October 11, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

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

Thursday, October 17, 2013

Friday, October 18, 2013

Providence, RI: College Hill Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: College Hill Contra Dance

— Contra Dance

Venue: Community Church of Providence: 372 Wayland Ave get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($6 students)

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

Web: groverlicious.com/brown_contra_dance.html

Generic Schedule: first & third Fridays (year round)

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

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Friday, October 25, 2013

Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society

Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd. get a mapget directions (8 miles)

Time: 8-11:00

Price: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)

For more information: (508)252-6375; (Email): de("shawnkendrick", "net", "comcast");

Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html

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

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

Saturday, October 26, 2013

East Providence, RI: Swingin’ 88’s Monthly Dance (unconfirmed)

— Sponsored by: swingin 88s

— Monthly swing dance, all levels welcome, no partner necessary. East Coast, West Coast, Blues, Lindy with a sprinkling of cha-cha and waltz. Live music 3 times per year - admission varies.

Venue: Brightridge Club: Brightridge Ave and Warren Ave get a mapget directions (4 miles)

Time: 7-11:30

Price: $8; $6 student

For more information: (508) 222-2185; (Email): de("swingin88s", "com", "yahoo");

Web: www.swingin88s.com

Generic Schedule: last Saturdays Sep-Jun

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

Thursday, October 31, 2013

Saturday, February 22, 2014

Cranston, RI: 21st Annual Cajun & Zydeco Mardi Gras Ball (22 nd annual) (unconfirmed)

Description: Where else can you hear the great sound of three distinct styles of Cajun and Zydeco music and TWO 2013 Grammy Nominees? the 2013 Mardi Gras Ball enters its third decade of bringing Creole, Cajun and Zydeco music to Rhode Island for one outstanding night of music, dance and revelry. Featuring Steve Riley and Mamou Playboys, Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic, and Jeffrey Broussard & the Creole Cowboys. Prizes for (optional) costumes, or simply come as you are! Cajun-inspired food available, cash bars. ”Laissex les bon temps rouler!”

Dance styles include: Cajun Multiple_style Dance

Note: Please, no outside food or drink. Confetti is prohibited in venue.

Venue: Rhodes On The Pawtuxet get a mapget directions (12 miles)

Price: $40 ($35 advance)

For more information: (401) 783-3926; (Email): de("chukwent", "net", "cox");

Web: www.mardigrasri.com

Date for 2014: Saturday, February 22

(This event (festival #341) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2014)

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Friday, April 11, 2014

Providence, RI: Brown University Folk Festival (6 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, April 11, 2014 — Saturday, April 12, 2014

— Sponsored by: Folk Musicians of Brown

Description: Fourth-annual festival run by Brown University students and graduates, which includes workshops, open jams and performances, is completely free! Friday night we will kick off with a traditional contra dance in the beautiful Sayles Hall (2012 Acts still undetermined)! the main outdoor festival on Saturday will showcase folk acts from Providence and beyond, with live music of diverse genres running from noon-midnight.

Dance styles include: Contra Dance

Venue: Sayles Hall (Main Green, Brown University) : 77 Waterman — Come through the gate, second building on left get a mapget directions (3 miles)

Price: $Festival: Free; Contra dance: $2 recommended donation

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

Web: brownfolkfest.org

(This event (festival #1324) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2014)

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Friday, April 18, 2014

Mansfield, MA: New England Folk Festival (NEFFA) (70 th annual) (unconfirmed)

Multi-day event: Friday, April 18, 2014 — Sunday, April 20, 2014

— Sponsored by: Neffa

Description: Dance, music, singing, workshops, International Dance Performances, crafts, and food from many lands. All performers donate their talents as volunteers. One of the largest dance festivals anywhere.

Dance styles include: Balkan Contra English Family International Israeli Folk Dance

Venue: Mansfield High and Middle Schools: East Street get a mapget directions (14 miles)

Price: $See the ticket price list at the web site.

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

Web: www.neffa.org

(This event (festival #632) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2014)

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