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Friday, September 10, 2010
Amherst, MA: International Folk Dance
Sponsored by: Amherst International Folkdancing
Venue: Bangs Community Center: Boltwood Walk 
Time: 7:30-10:00
For more information: (phone): (413) 323-6330;
Web: www.amherstfolkdancing.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: We dance on every Friday night except when the building is closed. The building is closed for major holidays and snow emergencies. We are usually notified by 4:00 p.m. if the building will be closing for a snow emergency. Please call 413-549-4678 or 413-323-6330 if you need to know if dancing will be held during inclement weather.
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Arlington, MA: Tuesday Night Revival ( Balkan Dance)
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 8:-11:00
Cost: $4
— Note: Please bring clean non-street shoes to dance in.
For more information: (phone): (781) 648-6887;
Web: people.brandeis.edu/~gessel/tuesday
Generic Schedule: irregular irregular days (year round)
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Arlington Heights, MA: International Dance
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (781) 438-4389;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday Sep-Jun
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Cambridge, MA: Harvard Square English Country Dance - Beginner Friendly ( English Dance)
Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre
— Beginner friendly English Country Dance.
Venue: Harvard-Epworth Methodist Church: 1555 Massachusetts Ave
Time: 7:30-9:30.
Cost: $7
— Note: Please wear comfortable clothing and clean, soft-soled shoes.
For more information: (phone): (617) 744-5331;
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Fridays Sep-Jun
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Cambridge, MA: Renaissance Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: First Congregational Church: 11 Garden St.
Time: 7:30
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (617) 661-3353;
Generic Schedule: second Fridays (year round)
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Carlisle, MA: Contra Dance
Venue: Unitarian Church: 27 School Street
Time: 8-10:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 661-1865;
Web: www.configular.com/dance/carlisle
Generic Schedule: second Fridays Oct-Jun
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Great Barrington, MA: Tango Practica
Sponsored by: Berkshire Tango Society
Venue: Gazebo 
Time: 9-12 :00
Cost: free
Web: www.berkshiretango.com
Generic Schedule: Every Friday (not in Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May)
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Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance
Featuring: David Kaynor leading with music by Greenfield Dance Band (David Kaynor (fiddle), Stuart Kenney (bass), Mary Cay Brass (piano, accordion), Peter Siegel (mandolin and guitar)).
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: (7:30;) 8-11:00
Cost: $8 - $10 sliding scale (or barter equivalent)
— Note: 7:30 PM workshop for beginners and others; 8:00 - 11:00 dancing for all.
For more information: (phone): (413) 367-9380;
Web: www.davidkaynor.com
Generic Schedule: second, fourth & fifth Fridays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: 22 years at the Guiding Star Grange Hall; no cancellations yet. (413) 367-9380 to confirm.
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Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society
Featuring: Nils Fredland calling with music by Rumblestrip ♫ (Nat Hewitt (Fiddle), Glen Loper (mandolin, banjo), Liza Constable (guitar and vocals)).
Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)
For more information: (phone): (508)252-6375;
Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html
Generic Schedule: second, fourth & fifth Fridays (year round)
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Salem, MA: Salem Vintage Dances ( Vintage Dance) (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Commonwealth Vintage Dancers
— 19th Century Quadrilles, Contras and turning dances. Live music. Calling by Barbara Pugliese.
Venue: Old Town Hall (Second Floor) : 32 Derby Square
Time: 8-11
Cost: $8 adults, $5 students
For more information: (phone): (781) 396-2870;
Web: www.vintagedancers.org/salem.html
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Fridays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: call 781-396-2870 or 781-593-3038
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Stow, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Old Stow Town Hall
Time: 8:30
For more information: (phone): (978) 897-2466;
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Fridays (year round)
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Saturday, September 11, 2010
Arlington, MA: ZDRAVETS monthly Dance party and Concert ( Balkan Dance)
Sponsored by: Zdravets Music Ensemble
Featuring: music by Zdravets.
— Dancing & music from Bulgaria and Macedonia - plenty of easy dances, some instruction.
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $7
— Note: Please bring soft-soled shoes, and please do not park in the unpaved street beside the church
For more information: (phone): (617) 964-2003;
Web: www.zdravets.com
Generic Schedule: second Saturdays Sep-Jun
inclement weather and closure advisory: see www.zdravets.com or call (617) 964-2003
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Brookline, MA: Blue Milonga (Argentine Tango)
Featuring: Hsueh-Tze Lee teaching with music by Hsueh-Tze Lee.
Venue: Brookline Tai Chi Center: 1615 Beacon St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 8) Dance: 9-1:00 am
Cost: $15 (class & dance), $10 (dance)
For more information: (phone): (617) 393-3772;
Web: www.bluetango.org
Generic Schedule: second Saturdays (year round)
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Concord, MA: Contra Square Dance
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 8-11::00
Cost: $8 ($6 for students under 20)
— Note: Please bring a pair of clean shoes to change into for Dancing
For more information: (phone): (617) 547-7781;
Web: www.configular.com/dance/summersats
Generic Schedule: Every Saturday Jul-Sep
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Cotuit, MA: Contra Dance
Featuring: music by John Alden.
Venue: Freedom Hall: 976 Main St.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (508) 563-6750;
Web: www.capecontra.org
Generic Schedule: second Saturdays (year round)
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Goshen, MA: Eastern Style Square Dance
Venue: Goshen Town Hall: 142 Main St
Time: 8:00
For more information: (phone): (413) 773-8936;
Generic Schedule: second Saturdays (not in Jan, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Just call Carolyn 413-268-7176, she knows!
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Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: TopHill Music
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: 8-11:30
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (413) 773-1671;
Web: www.guidingstargrange.org
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Saturdays (year round)
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Jamaica Plain, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Boston Gender-Free Contra Dancers
Venue: 1st Church of Jamaica Plain (Unitarian-Universalist): Centre St and Eliot St.
Time: 7:30-11:00
Cost: $10 (or whatever you can afford)
For more information: (phone): (617) 852-4042;
Web: www.lcfd.org/jp
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Saturdays Sep-Jul
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South Amherst, MA: Contra Dance
Celebration of the life of Ed Kaynor
Featuring: Cammy Kaynor leading with music by Fourgone Conclusions (Cammy Kaynor (fiddle, recorder), David Kaynor (fiddle), Becky Ashenden (piano, accordion), Chuck Corman (bass, guitar), Doug Feeney (guitar, mandolin, banjo), Edward Kaynor (piano), Al MacIntire (accordion and harmonica)).
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7:30
Cost: $8
— Note: soft-soled shoes
— (Family and friends will gather to dance and remember the late Ed Kaynor.) —
For more information: (phone): (413) 259-2003;
Generic Schedule: second Saturdays (year round)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy (unconfirmed)
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Saturday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
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Watertown, MA: Swing Dance
Sponsored by: Boston Swing Dance Network
Venue: St James Armenian Church: 465 Mount Auburn St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 8) Dance: 9-12:00
Cost: $15 (student $10)
For more information: (phone): (617) 924-6603;
Web: www.bostonswingdance.com
Generic Schedule: second Saturdays (not in Jul, Aug)
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Worcester, MA: Worcester Contra Dance ( Contra Dance)
Featuring: Jeff Petrovich leading with music by Jumpstart (Gene Albert (bass), Victor Troll (piano) and 
Paul Lizotte (fiddle)).
Venue: Wesley United Methodist Church: 114 Main St
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7:30) Dance: 8
Cost: $8 (students $6; families $18; children under 12 free)
— Note: Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes
For more information:
Web: www.worcesterdance.org
Generic Schedule: second Saturdays Sep-Jun
inclement weather and closure advisory: www.worcesterdance.org
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Sunday, September 12, 2010
Arlington, MA: Hungarian (lessons) Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Dénes Takácsy leading.
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 253-7708;
Web: people.brandeis.edu/~gessel/forgas
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
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Arlington, MA: Zydeco Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Mark Scherfling leading with music by Cd.
Venue: Elks Lodge: 58 Pond Lane
Time: 3-6:00
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 460-4213;
Web: www.bostonzydeco.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
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Arlington Heights, MA: Gammaldans with more Mostly Waltz ( Scandinavian Dance)
Sponsored by: Speledans
Featuring: music by John Chambers (accordion, fiddle, mandolin and whistle).
— Two waltzes alternating with two easy Scandinavian dances
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
Cost: $7; students $5
— Note: easy old-time Scandinavian dances, beginners welcome
For more information: (phone): (617) 395-1066;
Web: www.Speledans.org
Generic Schedule: second Sundays Sep-Jun
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Brookline, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Church of Our Saviour: Carlton St. and Monmouth St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 661-5899;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jun, Jul, Aug)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT International Folk Dance ( International Dance)
Beginner’s Night! — Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Venue: MIT Student Center (Second Floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-11:00
Cost: $1 donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
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Leominster, MA: Swingin Sunday’s ( Swing Dance)
Sponsored by: Dance 2 Swing
— Swingin Sunday’s Dance2Swing
Venue: Leominster Elks: 134 N. Main St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6:30) Dance: 7:30
Cost: $12
— Note: Group Dance Lesson and Live Bands every Sunday
For more information: (phone): (978) 263-7220;
Web: www.dance2swing.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Web site for up-dates www.dance2swing.com
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Newton, MA: Israeli Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Temple Emanuel: 385 Ward. St.
Time: 7:00-9:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 484-3267, (617) 254-HORA;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy (unconfirmed)
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
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Monday, September 13, 2010
Brookline, MA: Israeli Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Raphael Gottesman and Ronnie Efrat leading.
Venue: Temple Kehillath Israel: 384 Harvard Ave
Time: 8-12:00
Cost: $5 (Students: $3)
For more information: (phone): (617) 547-5060, (978) 302-3641;
Web: www.rrdance.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
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Cambridge, MA: Bulgarian / Balkan Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Green Street Dance Studios: 185 Green St.
Time: 7:30-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (617) 840-2362;
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Aug)
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Concord, MA: Monday Contras ( Contra Square Dance)
Featuring: Chris Weiler leading with music by Nor’easter (Cedar Stanistreet (fiddle), Max Newman (guitar, mandolin, banjo), Julie Vallimont (piano and accordion)).
— Contras plus Squares, Waltzes, etc.
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $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: (phone): (781) 272-0396;
Web: mondaycontras.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Cancellation notices will be posted to our website and Yahoo group (see site for details).
(This description — Monday, September 13, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Contra And Square Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Karl Finger calling.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 7-9:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2963;
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Mondays (year round)
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Ludlow, MA: Ballroom Dance
Featuring: music by Heritage Pops Orchestra.
Venue: Gremio-lucitano Club: Winsor Street
Time: 7-10:00
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 527-0399;
Web: www.heritagepops.com
Generic Schedule: first Mondays Oct-Jun
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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
Time: 7:45-10:15
Cost: $8 (students $4)
For more information: (phone): (978) 368-0725;
Web: www.rscdsboston.org/classes-camb.html
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
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South Amherst, MA: English Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Amherst Area English Country Dancers
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7-9:30
Cost: $6
For more information: (phone): (413) 256-8260;
Web: www.amherstecd.org
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Jul, Aug)
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Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Boston, MA: Folk Dancing By the Fountain ( International Dance)
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: Outdoors in Copley Square: Clarendon St and Boylston St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: Free
For more information: (phone): (781) 438-4389;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday Jul-Aug
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Cambridge, MA: Contra Dance for All: @ MIT ( Contra Dance) — (event is at an alternative venue in Cambridge; look for for listing under Cambridge ) —
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Cambridge, MA: Contra Dance for All: @ MIT ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Featuring: Dan Pearl leading with music by Bethany Waickman and Cedar Stanistreet.
Venue: MIT Student Center (Second Floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-10:30
Cost: $6-10 donation (students $3, MIT students free)
— Note: Beginners always welcome, especially early. No partner needed
For more information: (phone): (617) 354-0864;
Web: mit.edu/fdc/contra.html
Generic Schedule: irregular Tuesdays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Call: 617-354-0864
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Jamaica Plain, MA: Jamaica Plain GRF English Country Dance ( English Dance)
Venue: 1st Church of Jamaica Plain (Unitarian-Universalist): Centre St and Eliot St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $7
— Note: Note: 5th Tuesdays are ‘experienced’ dances.
For more information: (phone): (617) 721-0600;
Web: www.lcfd.org/bgfe
Generic Schedule: second, fourth & fifth Tuesdays Sep-Jul
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Northampton, MA: Afro-Cuban Folkloric Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Grupo Folklórico Palo Santo
Featuring: Miguel Periche leading.
Venue: Northeast American School of Dance: 25 Main Street,
Time: 8-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 320-8756;
Web: www.GrupoPaloSanto.com/gps/danceclass.html
Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Arlington Heights, MA: English Country Dance
Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre
Featuring: Helene Cornelius and Linda Nelson leading with music by Bare Necessities (Earl Gaddis (violin), Jacqueline Schwab (Piano), Mary Lea (fiddle, viola), Peter Barnes (Piano, flute and whistles and guitar)).
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $9 ($7 members, $4 students, newcomers)
For more information:
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT Israeli Dance ( Israeli Dance) — (event is at an alternative venue in Cambridge; look for for listing under Cambridge ) —
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Cambridge, MA: MIT Israeli Dance ( Israeli Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Venue: MIT Student Center (Sala de Puerto Rico, 2nd floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Cost: $1 suggested donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
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Framingham, MA: International Folk Dance
Venue: Edward’s Church Parish Hall: 39 Edwards St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $5
— Note: Please bring soft-soled shoes that you use just for dancing
For more information: (phone): 508-872-4110;
Web: www.duxburysystems.com/ffd
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
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Great Barrington, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Susan Eisley leading.
Venue: Fitness Express
Time: 7:30
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-4061, (413) 448-8621;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
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Great Barrington, MA: Ballroom Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: music by Dancing Dave and Dancing Dawn.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 8:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2810;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
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Northampton, MA: Northampton Swing Dance ( Swing Dance) (unconfirmed)
Venue: Northampton Center for the arts
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6) Dance: 8:30-11:00
Cost: $15
For more information: (phone): (413) 822-2863;
Web: www.northamptonwednesdaydance.com
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
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Woods Hole, MA: International Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Woods Hole Community Hall: 68 Water St.
Time: 8-10:00
For more information: (phone): (508) 548-6229;
Generic Schedule: first & third Wednesdays (year round)
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Thursday, September 16, 2010
Concord, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: NEFFA
Featuring: Chrissy Fowler leading with music by Crowfoot (Adam Broome (guitar and cittern), Nicholas Williams (flutes and piano), Jaige Trudel (fiddle and cello)).
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $8 ($5 age 22 and under)
— Note: Bring clean, non-marking shoes. Only service animals allowed in the hall
For more information: (phone): (617) 299-1590;
Web: www.ThursdayContras.com
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)
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Northampton, MA: Scottish Dance
— Scottish Country Dancing
Venue: 1st Churches: 129 Main St. — use Center St. entrance (across from the Iron Horse)
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7-8:30) Dance: 8:45-9:30
Cost: $5.00
— Note: Please wear soft soled shoes
For more information: (phone): (413) 527-3407;
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday Sep-May
inclement weather and closure advisory: (e.g., in cvase of snow, phone 413-529-3407
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Salem, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Universalist Church: 211 Bridge St.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $2
For more information: (phone): (978) 745-2229;
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (not in Jul)
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Watertown, MA: Experienced International Folk Dance
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: First Parish of Watertown,: 35 Church Street
Time: 8-10:45
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (781) 643-2386;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)
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Friday, September 17, 2010
Amherst, MA: International Folk Dance
Sponsored by: Amherst International Folkdancing
Venue: Bangs Community Center: Boltwood Walk
Time: 7:30-10:00
For more information: (phone): (413) 323-6330;
Web: www.amherstfolkdancing.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: We dance on every Friday night except when the building is closed. The building is closed for major holidays and snow emergencies. We are usually notified by 4:00 p.m. if the building will be closing for a snow emergency. Please call 413-549-4678 or 413-323-6330 if you need to know if dancing will be held during inclement weather.
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington Heights, MA: International Dance
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (781) 438-4389;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday Sep-Jun
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Belmont, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Payson Park Church (Parish Hall) : 365 Belmont Street
Time: 8
For more information: (phone): (781) 894-7754;
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Tango Practica
Sponsored by: Berkshire Tango Society
Venue: Gazebo
Time: 9-12 :00
Cost: free
Web: www.berkshiretango.com
Generic Schedule: Every Friday (not in Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May)
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance
— Third Friday dance series
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: 8
Cost: $8-10
For more information:
Web: www.guidingstargrange.org/Events/events.html
Generic Schedule: third Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Lenox, MA: Tango Milonga (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Tango Pulse
Venue: Seven Hills Inn: Plunkett St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 8) Dance: 9-2:00
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (413) 281-9722;
Web: www.tangopulse.net
Generic Schedule: third Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Lexington, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: Roaring Jelly
— Traditional style contras
Venue: First Parish Church: 7 Harrington Road
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7:45) Dance: 8-11:00
Cost: $7 (children 12 and under free, Family limit $20.00)
For more information: (phone): 781-259-0753;
Web: www.roaringjelly.org
Generic Schedule: third Fridays Oct-Mar (and May, Jun)
inclement weather and closure advisory: 781-259-0753
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Newton (Center), MA: Club Camembert (Dances Of Brittany And Central France) (unconfirmed)
Featuring: music by Trouz Bras (Brian Rost (bass), Mance Grady (Bodhran,percussion), Ray Price (Breton bagpipes (Veuze), English border bagpipes, strings, percussion and vocals), Barry Hall (fiddle, vielle and bouzouki)).
Venue: Andover Newton Theological School (Meeting House) : 210 Herrick Road
Time: 7-9:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (401) 274-5238;
Web: www.trouzbras.com
Generic Schedule: third Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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North Adams, MA: St. John’s Third Friday Contra ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: St. John’s Episcopal Church
Featuring: music by All Comers Band plus North Adams Open Band.
— Community contra dance
Venue: St. John’s Episcopal Church: Summer St. — next to the Post Office
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $5-$10
For more information: (phone): (413) 663-9331;
Web: eric.buddington.net/ThirdFridayContra.shtml
Generic Schedule: third Fridays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: In case of weather, please call Eric at (413) 663-9331
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Woods Hole, MA: Lively and Elegant English in Woods Hole MA ( English Dance)
— English dancing in Woods Hole MA
Venue: Fisher House: 13 Church Street
Time: 7:30 to 10:30 pm
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (508) 540-1151;
Web: www.capecontra.org
Generic Schedule: third Fridays Jan-Nov
inclement weather and closure advisory: Call ahead to confirm if traveling: 508-540-1151 or 508-540-0865
(This description — Friday, September 17, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Saturday, September 18, 2010
Arlington, MA: Arlington Norwegian Dance ( Scandinavian Dance)
Featuring: music by Live Music.
— All welcome; teaching as needed.
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 8-10:30
Cost: $7
— Note: Clean, soft-soled shoes with non-rubber soles are best.
For more information: (phone): (413) 253-0525;
Web: www.speledans.org
Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays Sep-Jun
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington Heights, MA: Scandinavian Dance
Sponsored by: Speledans
Featuring: music by Live Music.
— Scandinavian dances at all levels
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 8:00-10:30 pm
Cost: $7; students $5
— Note: singles welcome; teaching on request
For more information: (phone): (781) 891-3207;
Web: www.Speledans.org
Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays Sep-Jun
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Brookline, MA: Uptown Swing Dance ( Swing Dance)
Sponsored by: Hop to the Beat Dance Studio
Featuring: music by Racky Thomas Band.
— Live Swing music for Lindy Hop, Swing, Balboa and Blues. Lesson included.
Venue: Brookline Tai Chi Center: 1615 Beacon St.
Time: 8:15pm-12:00am
Cost: $15, $10 with Student ID
— Note: Please bring a change of shoes; no partner needed; singles and couples welcome.
For more information: (phone): (508) 435-2363;
Web: www.hoptothebeat.com/dances.html
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Concord, MA: Concord Scout House - Third Saturdays ( Contra Dance)
Featuring: Beth Parkes leading with music by Full Tilt (Jim Guinness (flute, saxes, clarinet), Deborah Knight (piano, fiddle) and Carol Bittenson (fiddle)).
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 8:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (978) 667-7459;
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Sep-May
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Concord, MA: Contra Square Dance
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 8-11::00
Cost: $8 ($6 for students under 20)
For more information: (phone): (617) 547-7781;
Web: www.configular.com/dance/summersats
Generic Schedule: Every Saturday Jul-Sep
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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East Sandwich, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: East Sandwich Grange: 91 Old County Road
Time: 8-11PM
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (508) 362-2767;
Web: www.capecontra.org
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: 8:00-11:30
Cost: $10 ($8 for students)
For more information: (phone): (802) 257-9234;
Web: www.guidingstargrange.org
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Lenox, MA: Lenox Contra Dance ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: Lenox Contra Dance
Featuring: music by Bottom of the Bucket (Danny Garringan-Byerly, Stephen Enoch and Eric Martin (fiddle)).
Venue: Lenox Community Center: 65 Walker St.
Time: 8:00-11:30
Cost: $10 adults ($5 students), new dancers- 2nd dance free!
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-3106;
Web: www.LenoxContraDance.org
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Check LenoxContraDance.org for cancellations
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Melrose, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Cammy Kaynor calling.
Venue: Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church: 70 W. Emerson St
Time: 7-10:00
Cost: $6
For more information: (phone): (781) 665-3835;
Web: mysite.verizon.net/manystrings6
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Swing Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Hooked on Swing Society
Venue: Sacred Heart Church: 101 King Street
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7:30) Dance: 8:30-11:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 586-6367;
Web: www.HookedOnSwing.org
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northboro, MA: Contra Dance
Venue: First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church: 40 Church St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7:30) Dance: 8:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (508) 393-5490;
Web: www.northborocontra.com
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays Oct-May
inclement weather and closure advisory: No formal policy, but recommend that people check the web page or call the contact number (508-393-5490). Cancellation decsions will be made by 5:00 the afternoon of the dance.
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: English Country Dance
Sponsored by: Amherst Area English Country Dancers
Featuring: Robin Hayden leading with music by Pleasures of the Town (Joyce Crouch (piano), Doug Creighton ♫ (flute, melodeon and piccolo)).
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $8($6 students)
— Note: clean, soft soled shoes required
For more information: (phone): (413) 549-4123;
Web: www.amherstecd.org
Generic Schedule: third Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy (unconfirmed)
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Saturday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
(This description — Saturday, September 18, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Sunday, September 19, 2010
Arlington, MA: Hungarian (lessons) Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Dénes Takácsy leading.
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 253-7708;
Web: people.brandeis.edu/~gessel/forgas
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington, MA: Zydeco Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Mark Scherfling leading with music by Cd.
Venue: Elks Lodge: 58 Pond Lane
Time: 3-6:00
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 460-4213;
Web: www.bostonzydeco.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Brookline, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Church of Our Saviour: Carlton St. and Monmouth St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 661-5899;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jun, Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT International Folk Dance ( International Dance)
Beginner’s Night! — Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Featuring: music by Rakiya ♫ (Alan Mattes (sax), Colin Ferguson (accordion, dumbek, guitar, keyboard, tambura, voice), Dave Golber (clarinet), Dean Brown ♫ (guitar, dumbek, drums), Heather Lee (tambura, voice), Patrick Yacono (clarinet, keyboard, voice), Grant Smith (drums, percussion) and Tim McNerney (bass)).
Venue: MIT Student Center (Second Floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-11:00
Cost: $1 donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: BIDA Contra Dance ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: BIDA (Boston Intergenerational Dance Advocates)
Featuring: Linda Leslie leading.
— BIDA Contra Dance
Venue: Cambridge Masonic Temple: 1950 Massachusetts Ave
Time: Introductory Lesson 7:00, Dance 7:30-10:30pm
Cost: $5-10 Sliding Scale
— Note: all are welcome, no partner necessary, all dances taught, bring non-street shoes to protect the floo
For more information: (phone): (617) 319-5941;
Web: www.BIDAdance.org
Generic Schedule: third Sundays (year round)
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Leominster, MA: Swingin Sunday’s ( Swing Dance)
Sponsored by: Dance 2 Swing
— Swingin Sunday’s Dance2Swing
Venue: Leominster Elks: 134 N. Main St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6:30) Dance: 7:30
Cost: $12
— Note: Group Dance Lesson and Live Bands every Sunday
For more information: (phone): (978) 263-7220;
Web: www.dance2swing.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Web site for up-dates www.dance2swing.com
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Newton, MA: Israeli Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Temple Emanuel: 385 Ward. St.
Time: 7:00-9:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 484-3267, (617) 254-HORA;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy (unconfirmed)
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
(This description — Sunday, September 19, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Monday, September 20, 2010
Brookline, MA: Israeli Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Raphael Gottesman and Ronnie Efrat leading.
Venue: Temple Kehillath Israel: 384 Harvard Ave
Time: 8-12:00
Cost: $5 (Students: $3)
For more information: (phone): (617) 547-5060, (978) 302-3641;
Web: www.rrdance.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
(This description — Monday, September 20, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: Bulgarian / Balkan Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Green Street Dance Studios: 185 Green St.
Time: 7:30-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (617) 840-2362;
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Aug)
(This description — Monday, September 20, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Concord, MA: Monday Contras ( Contra Square Dance)
— Contras plus Squares, Waltzes, etc.
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $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: (phone): (781) 272-0396;
Web: mondaycontras.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Cancellation notices will be posted to our website and Yahoo group (see site for details).
(This description — Monday, September 20, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Folk Dancercise (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Karl Finger leading.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 7-9:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2963;
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Mondays (year round)
(This description — Monday, September 20, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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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
Time: 7:45-10:15
Cost: $8 (students $4)
For more information: (phone): (978) 368-0725;
Web: www.rscdsboston.org/classes-camb.html
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
(This description — Monday, September 20, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: English Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Amherst Area English Country Dancers
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7-9:30
Cost: $6
For more information: (phone): (413) 256-8260;
Web: www.amherstecd.org
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Monday, September 20, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Boston, MA: Folk Dancing By the Fountain ( International Dance)
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: Outdoors in Copley Square: Clarendon St and Boylston St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: Free
For more information: (phone): (781) 438-4389;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday Jul-Aug
(This description — Tuesday, September 21, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: Contra Dance for All: @ MIT ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Featuring: Laura Johannes leading with music by Dixie Butterhounds (Larry Unger (Guitar, banjo, bass), Paul Boyd (fiddle and banjo), George Touchstone (fiddle), Jon Gersh (banjo) and Mark Wholley (guitar)).
Venue: MIT Student Center (3rd floor coffeehouse) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-10:30
Cost: $6-10 donation (students $3, MIT students free)
— Note: Beginners always welcome, especially early. No partner needed
For more information: (phone): (617) 354-0864;
Web: mit.edu/fdc/contra.html
Generic Schedule: irregular Tuesdays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Call: 617-354-0864
(This description — Tuesday, September 21, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Afro-Cuban Folkloric Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Grupo Folklórico Palo Santo
Featuring: Miguel Periche leading.
Venue: Northeast American School of Dance: 25 Main Street,
Time: 8-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 320-8756;
Web: www.GrupoPaloSanto.com/gps/danceclass.html
Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)
(This description — Tuesday, September 21, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Wellfleet, MA: International Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Council on Aging
Time: 7-9;00
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (508) 896-7060;
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Tuesdays (year round)
(This description — Tuesday, September 21, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Arlington Heights, MA: English Country Dance
Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre
Featuring: Helene Cornelius and Linda Nelson leading with music by Bare Necessities (Earl Gaddis (violin), Jacqueline Schwab (Piano), Mary Lea (fiddle, viola), Peter Barnes (Piano, flute and whistles and guitar)).
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $9 ($7 members, $4 students, newcomers)
For more information:
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, September 22, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT Israeli Dance ( Israeli Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Venue: MIT Student Center (Room 491) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Cost: $1 suggested donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, September 22, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Framingham, MA: International Folk Dance
Venue: Edward’s Church Parish Hall: 39 Edwards St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $5
— Note: Please bring soft-soled shoes that you use just for dancing
For more information: (phone): 508-872-4110;
Web: www.duxburysystems.com/ffd
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, September 22, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Susan Eisley leading.
Venue: Fitness Express
Time: 7:30
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-4061, (413) 448-8621;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, September 22, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Ballroom Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: music by Dancing Dave and Dancing Dawn.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 8:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2810;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, September 22, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Northampton Swing Dance ( Swing Dance) (unconfirmed)
Venue: Northampton Center for the arts
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6) Dance: 8:30-11:00
Cost: $15
For more information: (phone): (413) 822-2863;
Web: www.northamptonwednesdaydance.com
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, September 22, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Thursday, September 23, 2010
Concord, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: NEFFA
Featuring: Lucia Watson leading with music by Alden Robinson, Mary Cay Brass (piano, accordion), Mathew Kenney (percusssion) and Stuart Kenney (bass).
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $8 ($5 age 22 and under)
— Note: Bring clean, non-marking shoes. Only service animals allowed in the hall
For more information: (phone): (617) 299-1590;
Web: www.ThursdayContras.com
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)
(This description — Thursday, September 23, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Scottish Dance
— Scottish Country Dancing
Venue: 1st Churches: 129 Main St. — use Center St. entrance (across from the Iron Horse)
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7-8:30) Dance: 8:45-9:30
Cost: $5.00
— Note: Please wear soft soled shoes
For more information: (phone): (413) 527-3407;
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday Sep-May
inclement weather and closure advisory: (e.g., in cvase of snow, phone 413-529-3407
(This description — Thursday, September 23, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Salem, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Universalist Church: 211 Bridge St.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $2
For more information: (phone): (978) 745-2229;
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (not in Jul)
(This description — Thursday, September 23, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Watertown, MA: Experienced International Folk Dance
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: First Parish of Watertown,: 35 Church Street
Time: 8-10:45
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (781) 643-2386;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)
(This description — Thursday, September 23, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Friday, September 24, 2010
Amherst, MA: International Folk Dance
Sponsored by: Amherst International Folkdancing
Venue: Bangs Community Center: Boltwood Walk
Time: 7:30-10:00
For more information: (phone): (413) 323-6330;
Web: www.amherstfolkdancing.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: We dance on every Friday night except when the building is closed. The building is closed for major holidays and snow emergencies. We are usually notified by 4:00 p.m. if the building will be closing for a snow emergency. Please call 413-549-4678 or 413-323-6330 if you need to know if dancing will be held during inclement weather.
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington Heights, MA: International Dance
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (781) 438-4389;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday Sep-Jun
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Belmont, MA: Rip-Snortin’ Squares ( Square Dance) (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Tony Parkes leading with music by Amy Cann (fiddle) and Friends.
— Traditional and early modern squares, with walkthroughs as needed
Venue: Payson Park Church: 365 Belmont Street
Time: 8:00-11:00
Cost: $5-$10
For more information: (phone): (978) 667-7459;
Web: www.hands4.com/4thfridaysquares
Generic Schedule: fourth Fridays Jan-Mar
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: Harvard Square English Country Dance - Beginner Friendly ( English Dance)
Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre
— Beginner friendly English Country Dance.
Venue: Harvard-Epworth Methodist Church: 1555 Massachusetts Ave
Time: 7:30-9:30.
Cost: $7
— Note: Please wear comfortable clothing and clean, soft-soled shoes.
For more information: (phone): (617) 744-5331;
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Fridays Sep-Jun
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Tango Practica
Sponsored by: Berkshire Tango Society
Venue: Gazebo
Time: 9-12 :00
Cost: free
Web: www.berkshiretango.com
Generic Schedule: Every Friday (not in Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May)
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance
Featuring: David Kaynor leading with music by Greenfield Dance Band (David Kaynor (fiddle), Stuart Kenney (bass), Mary Cay Brass (piano, accordion), Peter Siegel (mandolin and guitar)).
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: (7:30;) 8-11:00
Cost: $8 - $10 sliding scale (or barter equivalent)
— Note: 7:30 PM workshop for beginners and others; 8:00 - 11:00 dancing for all.
For more information: (phone): (413) 367-9380;
Web: www.davidkaynor.com
Generic Schedule: second, fourth & fifth Fridays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: 22 years at the Guiding Star Grange Hall; no cancellations yet. (413) 367-9380 to confirm.
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Hadley, MA: Tango Milonga (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Ivon Arroyo and Kenny Hobart teaching.
Venue: esTudio Tango (East Street Studios): 47 East Street
Time: 9:30 pm-1:00 am
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (413) 256-6120;
Web: estudiotango.net
Generic Schedule: last Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Rehoboth, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: Rehoboth Country Dance Society
Featuring: Linda Leslie calling with music by Notorious (Larry Unger (guitar,banjo) and Eden MacAdam-Somer (fiddle)).
Venue: Goff Memorial Hall: 124 Bay State Rd.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $8 ($5 under 16,; $18 families)
For more information: (phone): (508)252-6375;
Web: www.contradancelinks.com/rehoboth.html
Generic Schedule: second, fourth & fifth Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Salem, MA: Salem Vintage Dances ( Vintage Dance) (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Commonwealth Vintage Dancers
— 19th Century Quadrilles, Contras and turning dances. Live music. Calling by Barbara Pugliese.
Venue: Old Town Hall (Second Floor) : 32 Derby Square
Time: 8-11
Cost: $8 adults, $5 students
For more information: (phone): (781) 396-2870;
Web: www.vintagedancers.org/salem.html
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Fridays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: call 781-396-2870 or 781-593-3038
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Sheffield, MA: Tango Milonga (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Berkshire Tango Society
Venue: Christ Church Dance Hall: Route 7 and Maple Street
Time: 8-1:00 am
Cost: $12
Web: www.berkshiretango.com
Generic Schedule: fourth Fridays (not in Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar)
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Stow, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Old Stow Town Hall
Time: 8:30
For more information: (phone): (978) 897-2466;
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, September 24, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Saturday, September 25, 2010
Arlington (Center), MA: Zydeco Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Knights of Columbus Hall: 15 Winslow St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6) Dance: 8-11:30
Cost: $15
For more information: (phone): (617) 460-4213;
Web: www.bostonzydeco.com
Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Bernardston, MA: Eastern Squares Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Bob Livingston leading with music by Falltown String Band.
Venue: Bernardston Grammar School
Time: 8:00
For more information: (phone): (413) 648-9034, (860) 4367151;
Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Concord, MA: Contra Square Dance
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 8-11::00
Cost: $8 ($6 for students under 20)
For more information: (phone): (617) 547-7781;
Web: www.configular.com/dance/summersats
Generic Schedule: Every Saturday Jul-Sep
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: TopHill Music
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: 8-11:30
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (413) 773-1671;
Web: www.guidingstargrange.org
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Jamaica Plain, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Boston Gender-Free Contra Dancers
Venue: 1st Church of Jamaica Plain (Unitarian-Universalist): Centre St and Eliot St.
Time: 7:30-11:00
Cost: $10 (or whatever you can afford)
For more information: (phone): (617) 852-4042;
Web: www.lcfd.org/jp
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Saturdays Sep-Jul
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Lindy Hop And Swing Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: The Lindy League of Western Massachusetts
Featuring: Dj leading.
Venue: Northeast American School of Dance
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 8) Dance: 9-11:00
Cost: $8; ($5 lesson)
For more information:
Web: www.lindyleague.org
Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Oak Bluffs (Marth’s Vinyard), MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: VFW Oak Bluffs
Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Sheffield, MA: Sheffield MA Contra Dances by Mountain Laurel ( Contra Square Dance)
Featuring: Joe Baker leading with music by Mountain Laurel (Don MacLean (fiddle), Bonner McAllester (hammered dulcimer) and Joe Baker (guitar)).
— Traditional NE contradance band, playing together since 1983
Venue: Dewey Memorial Hall: 91 Main St
Time: 8:30
Cost: $8 -10 (Children: $5)
— Note: Only Soft-soled shoes, please
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-9385;
Web: www.mountainlaurelband.com
Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays Jan-May
inclement weather and closure advisory: Questionable weather: 413-528-9385
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: South Amherst Community Contra Dance (Contra Dance) (unconfirmed)
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7:15
Cost: $5-10 (sliding scale)
For more information: (phone): (413) 256-0673;
Web: www.alongtheriver.com/dances.html
Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays (not in Dec)
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy (unconfirmed)
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Saturday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Westford, MA: Barn Dance at the PCA ( Contra Square Dance)
Sponsored by: Parish Center for the Arts
Featuring: Sarah Gregory Smith leading with music by Oh, Contraire (Judy Wong (Fiddle), Dave Tierney (Fiddle), Erin Dubinsky (Fiddle), Claude Galinsky (Mandolin), Mike Harde (coordinator) and Dave Fox (Fiddle)).
Venue: Parish Center for the Arts: 10 Lincoln Street
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7) Dance: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $5 (Free to first-time dancers who arrive at 7:00)
For more information: (phone): (978) 692-2039;
Web: www.westford.com/pca
Generic Schedule: fourth Saturdays Jan-Apr
inclement weather and closure advisory: We will make the snow cancellation decision by 6 pm, so if weather is questionable please check 978-692-6333 after that time.
(This description — Saturday, September 25, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
Arlington, MA: Hungarian (lessons) Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Dénes Takácsy leading.
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 253-7708;
Web: people.brandeis.edu/~gessel/forgas
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington, MA: Zydeco Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Mark Scherfling leading with music by Cd.
Venue: Elks Lodge: 58 Pond Lane
Time: 3-6:00
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 460-4213;
Web: www.bostonzydeco.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Brookline, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Church of Our Saviour: Carlton St. and Monmouth St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 661-5899;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jun, Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT International Folk Dance ( International Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Venue: MIT Student Center (Second Floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-11:00
Cost: $1 donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Leominster, MA: Swingin Sunday’s ( Swing Dance)
Sponsored by: Dance 2 Swing
— Swingin Sunday’s Dance2Swing
Venue: Leominster Elks: 134 N. Main St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6:30) Dance: 7:30
Cost: $12
— Note: Group Dance Lesson and Live Bands every Sunday
For more information: (phone): (978) 263-7220;
Web: www.dance2swing.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Web site for up-dates www.dance2swing.com
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Montague (Center), MA: Family Dance
Sponsored by: Montague Grange
Venue: Montague Grange (Contra Dance) : 34 Main Street
Time: 4-6:00
Cost: $7-$12
For more information: (phone): (413) 367-9830;
Web: www.montaguema.net/calendar.cfm?name=montague_grange
Generic Schedule: last Sundays (not in May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep)
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Newton, MA: Israeli Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Temple Emanuel: 385 Ward. St.
Time: 7:00-9:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 484-3267, (617) 254-HORA;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy (unconfirmed)
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
(This description — Sunday, September 26, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Monday, September 27, 2010
Brookline, MA: Israeli Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Raphael Gottesman and Ronnie Efrat leading.
Venue: Temple Kehillath Israel: 384 Harvard Ave
Time: 8-12:00
Cost: $5 (Students: $3)
For more information: (phone): (617) 547-5060, (978) 302-3641;
Web: www.rrdance.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
(This description — Monday, September 27, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: Bulgarian / Balkan Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Green Street Dance Studios: 185 Green St.
Time: 7:30-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (617) 840-2362;
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Aug)
(This description — Monday, September 27, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Concord, MA: Monday Contras ( Contra Square Dance)
Featuring: Lisa Greenleaf leading with music by Perpetual E-Motion ♫ (Ed Howe (NS Designs electric 5 string fiddle), John Coté (guitar, didgeridoo and foot percussion)).
— Contras plus Squares, Waltzes, etc.
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $8; students 22 & under $5
— Note: Please bring a clean pair of soft-soled shoes to change into upon entry for dancing.
— (NOTE: SPECIAL LIGHTING EFFECTS are planned, if you are sensitive to flashes, etc.) —
For more information: (phone): (781) 272-0396;
Web: mondaycontras.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Cancellation notices will be posted to our website and Yahoo group (see site for details).
(This description — Monday, September 27, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Contra And Square Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Karl Finger calling.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 7-9:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2963;
Generic Schedule: second & fourth Mondays (year round)
(This description — Monday, September 27, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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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
Time: 7:45-10:15
Cost: $8 (students $4)
For more information: (phone): (978) 368-0725;
Web: www.rscdsboston.org/classes-camb.html
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
(This description — Monday, September 27, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: English Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Amherst Area English Country Dancers
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7-9:30
Cost: $6
For more information: (phone): (413) 256-8260;
Web: www.amherstecd.org
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Monday, September 27, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Boston, MA: Folk Dancing By the Fountain ( International Dance)
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: Outdoors in Copley Square: Clarendon St and Boylston St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: Free
For more information: (phone): (781) 438-4389;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday Jul-Aug
(This description — Tuesday, September 28, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: Contra Dance for All: @ MIT ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Featuring: Daniel Friedman leading with music by Forks of Nature, Jon Cannon and Jonah Sidman.
Venue: MIT Student Center (Room 491) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-10:30
Cost: $6-10 donation (students $3, MIT students free)
— Note: Beginners always welcome, especially early. No partner needed
For more information: (phone): (617) 354-0864;
Web: mit.edu/fdc/contra.html
Generic Schedule: irregular Tuesdays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Call: 617-354-0864
(This description — Tuesday, September 28, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Jamaica Plain, MA: Jamaica Plain GRF English Country Dance ( English Dance)
Venue: 1st Church of Jamaica Plain (Unitarian-Universalist): Centre St and Eliot St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $7
— Note: Note: 5th Tuesdays are ‘experienced’ dances.
For more information: (phone): (617) 721-0600;
Web: www.lcfd.org/bgfe
Generic Schedule: second, fourth & fifth Tuesdays Sep-Jul
(This description — Tuesday, September 28, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Afro-Cuban Folkloric Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Grupo Folklórico Palo Santo
Featuring: Miguel Periche leading.
Venue: Northeast American School of Dance: 25 Main Street,
Time: 8-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 320-8756;
Web: www.GrupoPaloSanto.com/gps/danceclass.html
Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)
(This description — Tuesday, September 28, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Amherst, MA: Amherst Downtown Contradance ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: Amherst Area Contras
Featuring: Nils Fredland leading with music by Perpetual E-Motion ♫ (Ed Howe (NS Designs electric 5 string fiddle), John Coté (guitar, didgeridoo and foot percussion)).
— New, mid-week contra dance in downtown Amherst featuring well-known and upcoming callers and music.
Venue: Masonic Lodge: 99 Main Street
Time: 7:30
Cost: $10, Students $7, High School $4
— Note: Free intro lesson at 7 (sharp); please bring soft-soled shoes.
For more information: (phone): (413) 253-7223;
Web: amherstcontra.org
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Wednesdays (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, September 29, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington Heights, MA: English Country Dance
Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre
Featuring: Helene Cornelius and Linda Nelson leading with music by Bare Necessities (Earl Gaddis (violin), Jacqueline Schwab (Piano), Mary Lea (fiddle, viola), Peter Barnes (Piano, flute and whistles and guitar)).
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $9 ($7 members, $4 students, newcomers)
For more information:
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, September 29, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT Israeli Dance ( Israeli Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Venue: MIT Student Center (Room 491) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Cost: $1 suggested donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, September 29, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Framingham, MA: International Folk Dance
Venue: Edward’s Church Parish Hall: 39 Edwards St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $5
— Note: Please bring soft-soled shoes that you use just for dancing
For more information: (phone): 508-872-4110;
Web: www.duxburysystems.com/ffd
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, September 29, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Susan Eisley leading.
Venue: Fitness Express
Time: 7:30
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-4061, (413) 448-8621;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, September 29, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Ballroom Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: music by Dancing Dave and Dancing Dawn.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 8:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2810;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, September 29, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Northampton Swing Dance ( Swing Dance) (unconfirmed)
Venue: Northampton Center for the arts
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6) Dance: 8:30-11:00
Cost: $15
For more information: (phone): (413) 822-2863;
Web: www.northamptonwednesdaydance.com
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
Concord, MA: Contra Dance
Sponsored by: NEFFA
Featuring: Nils Fredland leading with music by Elixir (Anna Patton (clarinet), Ethan Hazzard-Watkins (fiddle), Nils Fredland (trombone), Owen Morrison (guitar, mandolin) and Jesse Hazzard-Watkins (trumpet)).
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $8 ($5 age 22 and under)
— Note: Bring clean, non-marking shoes. Only service animals allowed in the hall
For more information: (phone): (617) 299-1590;
Web: www.ThursdayContras.com
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)
(This description — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Scottish Dance
— Scottish Country Dancing
Venue: 1st Churches: 129 Main St. — use Center St. entrance (across from the Iron Horse)
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 7-8:30) Dance: 8:45-9:30
Cost: $5.00
— Note: Please wear soft soled shoes
For more information: (phone): (413) 527-3407;
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday Sep-May
inclement weather and closure advisory: (e.g., in cvase of snow, phone 413-529-3407
(This description — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Salem, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Universalist Church: 211 Bridge St.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $2
For more information: (phone): (978) 745-2229;
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (not in Jul)
(This description — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Watertown, MA: Experienced International Folk Dance
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: First Parish of Watertown,: 35 Church Street
Time: 8-10:45
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (781) 643-2386;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Thursday (year round)
(This description — Thursday, September 30, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Friday, October 1, 2010
Amherst, MA: International Folk Dance
Sponsored by: Amherst International Folkdancing
Venue: Bangs Community Center: Boltwood Walk
Time: 7:30-10:00
For more information: (phone): (413) 323-6330;
Web: www.amherstfolkdancing.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: We dance on every Friday night except when the building is closed. The building is closed for major holidays and snow emergencies. We are usually notified by 4:00 p.m. if the building will be closing for a snow emergency. Please call 413-549-4678 or 413-323-6330 if you need to know if dancing will be held during inclement weather.
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Arlington Heights, MA: International Dance
Sponsored by: Folk Arts Center of New England
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (781) 438-4389;
Web: www.facone.org
Generic Schedule: Every Friday Sep-Jun
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Belmont, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Payson Park Church (Parish Hall) : 365 Belmont Street
Time: 8
For more information: (phone): (781) 894-7754;
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, October 1, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Brookline, MA: First Friday Experienced English Country Dance ( English Dance)
Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre
Venue: Church of Our Saviour: Carlton St. and Monmouth St.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $10 (CDS Members $8)
For more information: (phone): (617) 721-0600;
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Generic Schedule: first Fridays Oct-May
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Concord, MA: Challenging Contradance Series ( Contra Dance)
Featuring: Will Mentor leading with music by Rumblestrip ♫ (Nat Hewitt (Fiddle), Glen Loper (mandolin, banjo), Liza Constable (guitar and vocals)).
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $9 (Under 21: $7)
— Note: For experienced and adventurous dancers.
For more information: (phone): (978) 779-6077;
Web: www.tiac.net/~mabaker/challenging-contras.html
Generic Schedule: first Fridays Oct-Jun
inclement weather and closure advisory: If there is a concern, we hope to have a final decision by 4 PM. We strongly prefer to run the dance. We will automatically cancel the dance if the town of Concord bans parking on the streets and municipal parking lot. Announcement at (617) 802-2905, or our dance calendar web page: http:www.cds-boston.orgamerican, or Or, check the most recent email announcment at: http:groups.yahoo.comgroupcdsbc-contra.
(This description — Friday, October 1, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Karl Finger leading.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 7-9:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2963;
Generic Schedule: first Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, October 1, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Greenfield, MA: Contra And Scandinavian Dance
Featuring: Steve Zakon-Anderson calling with music by The Moving Violations (Becky Ashenden (piano, accordion), Chuck Corman (bass, guitar and dumbek), Van Kaynor (fiddle), Ron Grosslein (fiddle and mandolin)).
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: scandi: 8:00; contra: 8:30-11:30
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (413) 549-1913;
Web: www.themovingviolations.com
Generic Schedule: first Fridays (year round)
(This description — Friday, October 1, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Saturday, October 2, 2010
Arlington, MA: Tuesday Night Revival ( Balkan Dance)
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 8:-11:00
Cost: $4
— Note: Please bring clean non-street shoes to dance in.
For more information: (phone): (781) 648-6887;
Web: people.brandeis.edu/~gessel/tuesday
Generic Schedule: irregular irregular days (year round)
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington, MA: Arlington Norwegian Dance ( Scandinavian Dance)
Featuring: music by Live Music.
— All welcome; teaching as needed.
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 8-10:30
Cost: $7
— Note: Clean, soft-soled shoes with non-rubber soles are best.
For more information: (phone): (413) 253-0525;
Web: www.speledans.org
Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays Sep-Jun
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington Heights, MA: Scandinavian Dance
Sponsored by: Speledans
Featuring: music by Live Music.
— Scandinavian dances at all levels
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 8:00-10:30 pm
Cost: $7; students $5
— Note: singles welcome; teaching on request
For more information: (phone): (781) 891-3207;
Web: www.Speledans.org
Generic Schedule: first & third Saturdays Sep-Jun
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Berlin, MA: First Saturday Contra Dances ( Contra Square Dance)
Sponsored by: Berlin Country Orchestra
Featuring: music by Berlin Country Orchestra (Michael Kearney (piano), Sean Regan (Celtic drum), Nancy Dallaire (Accordion), Debra Dee (Flute), Jerry Miller (Fiddle, Mandolin), Marty Miller (Banjo, Mandolin), Linda Wheeler (Acoustic Guitar), Evy Dueck (Fiddle) and Don Davis (Bass)).
— Traditional Style Contras
Venue: Berlin 1870 Town Hall (second floor) : 12 Woodward Ave
Time: 8-11:00 PM
Cost: $5 per person / $12 max per family
— Note: Please wear clean soft-soled shoes.
For more information: (phone): (978) 273-8238;
Web: webpages.charter.net/brlncountryorch
Generic Schedule: first Saturdays Oct-May
inclement weather and closure advisory: Call (978) 273-8238 after 3pm of the day of the dance (12 noon for family dances) to find out if there is a change in the scheduled dance due to weather conditions
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Greenfield, MA: Contra Dance
Featuring: George Marshall calling with music by Wild Asparagus (David Cantieni (saxophone, flute, bombard, whistle), George Marshall (concertina, bodhran), Becky Tracy (fiddle), Ann Percival (piano and guitar)).
Venue: Guiding Star Grange: 401 Chapman Street
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 8) Dance: 8:30
Cost: $8-10
For more information:
Web: www.wildasparagus.com
Generic Schedule: first Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Medway, MA: Contra Dance
Featuring: Bob Golder leading with music by Dandelion Wine (Pan Chan (fiddle banjo mandolin), Phil Pitha (accordian), Julie Vallimont (piano and accordion)).
Venue: Christ Episcopal Church: School Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (508) 740-8508;
Web: www.contradancelinks.com/medway.html
Generic Schedule: first Saturdays Oct-Jun
inclement weather and closure advisory: If there is a question of cancellation due to snow or ice, please call (508) 740-8508 to confirm.
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Salem, MA: Contra Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Sarah Gregory Smith calling with music by Salem Country Orchestra.
Venue: Tabernacle Congregational Church: 50 Washington St.
Time: 7:30
Cost: $8 ($6 seniors and students; $20 family)
For more information: (phone): (978) 745-9391;
Generic Schedule: first Saturdays (not in Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep)
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: Amherst Assembly (English Country Dance) (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Graham Christian leading.
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $7 (students: $5)
For more information: (phone): (413) 253-8962;
Web: www.amherstecd.org
Generic Schedule: first Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Saturday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Woods Hole, MA: Contra Dance
Featuring: Marcie Van Cleave leading with music by Woods Hole Folk Orchestra (Ellie Armstrong, Jim Shaw, John Alden, Rich Armstrong and Richard Gregory-Allen).
Venue: Woods Hole Community Hall: 68 Water St.
Time: 8-11:00
Cost: $8
For more information: (phone): (508) 548-6661;
Web: capecontra.org
Generic Schedule: first Saturdays (year round)
(This description — Saturday, October 2, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Sunday, October 3, 2010
Arlington, MA: Hungarian (lessons) Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Dénes Takácsy leading.
Venue: Church of our Saviour: 21 Marathon St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 253-7708;
Web: people.brandeis.edu/~gessel/forgas
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington, MA: Zydeco Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Mark Scherfling leading with music by Cd.
Venue: Elks Lodge: 58 Pond Lane
Time: 3-6:00
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 460-4213;
Web: www.bostonzydeco.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Brookline, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Church of Our Saviour: Carlton St. and Monmouth St.
Time: 6:30-8:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 661-5899;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Jun, Jul, Aug)
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT International Folk Dance ( International Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Venue: MIT Student Center (Second Floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-11:00
Cost: $1 donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Leominster, MA: Swingin Sunday’s ( Swing Dance)
Sponsored by: Dance 2 Swing
— Swingin Sunday’s Dance2Swing
Venue: Leominster Elks: 134 N. Main St.
Time: (Workshop/lesson: 6:30) Dance: 7:30
Cost: $12
— Note: Group Dance Lesson and Live Bands every Sunday
For more information: (phone): (978) 263-7220;
Web: www.dance2swing.com
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Web site for up-dates www.dance2swing.com
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Medford (Square), MA: Mostly Waltz for Boston ( Ballroom Scandinavian Tango Other-styles)
Sponsored by: Mostly Waltz for Boston
Featuring: music by Rumblestrip ♫ (Nat Hewitt (Fiddle), Glen Loper (mandolin, banjo), Liza Constable (guitar and vocals)).
— An afternoon of live music for waltzing with occasional other couple dances
Venue: Springstep: 98 George P. Hassett Drive
Time: 2:15-5:30
Cost: $12, students $8
— Note: Please bring soft soled shoes.
For more information: (phone): (781) 395-1066;
Web: mostlywaltzboston.110mb.com
Generic Schedule: irregular Sundays Sep-May
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Newton, MA: Israeli Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Temple Emanuel: 385 Ward. St.
Time: 7:00-9:30
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (617) 484-3267, (617) 254-HORA;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (year round)
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: Paneurhythmy
Venue: Mt Pollux Conservation Area: 1403 South East St.
Time: 8 am
Cost: free
For more information: (phone): (413) 536-7547;
Generic Schedule: Every Sunday (not in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb)
(This description — Sunday, October 3, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Monday, October 4, 2010
Brookline, MA: Israeli Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Raphael Gottesman and Ronnie Efrat leading.
Venue: Temple Kehillath Israel: 384 Harvard Ave
Time: 8-12:00
Cost: $5 (Students: $3)
For more information: (phone): (617) 547-5060, (978) 302-3641;
Web: www.rrdance.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: Bulgarian / Balkan Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Green Street Dance Studios: 185 Green St.
Time: 7:30-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (617) 840-2362;
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Aug)
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Concord, MA: Monday Contras ( Contra Square Dance) (unconfirmed)
— Contras plus Squares, Waltzes, etc.
Venue: Concord Scout House: 74 Walden Street
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $8; students 22 & under $5
For more information: (phone): (781) 272-0396;
Web: mondaycontras.com
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Cancellation notices will be posted to our website and Yahoo group (see site for details).
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Folk Dancercise (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Karl Finger leading.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 7-9:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2963;
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Mondays (year round)
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Ludlow, MA: Ballroom Dance
Featuring: music by Heritage Pops Orchestra.
Venue: Gremio-lucitano Club: Winsor Street
Time: 7-10:00
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 527-0399;
Web: www.heritagepops.com
Generic Schedule: first Mondays Oct-Jun
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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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
Time: 7:45-10:15
Cost: $8 (students $4)
For more information: (phone): (978) 368-0725;
Web: www.rscdsboston.org/classes-camb.html
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (year round)
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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South Amherst, MA: English Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Amherst Area English Country Dancers
Venue: Munson Library: 1046 S East St.
Time: 7-9:30
Cost: $6
For more information: (phone): (413) 256-8260;
Web: www.amherstecd.org
Generic Schedule: Every Monday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Watertown, MA: Greek Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Hellenic Cultural Center: 25 Bigelow Ave
Time: 7-9:00
Cost: $10
For more information: (phone): (617) 491-5463, (617) 547-1095;
Generic Schedule: first Mondays (year round)
(This description — Monday, October 4, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Cambridge, MA: Contra Dance for All: @ MIT ( Contra Dance) — (event is at an alternative venue in Cambridge; look for for listing under Cambridge ) —
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Cambridge, MA: Contra Dance for All: @ MIT ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Featuring: Chris Lahey leading with music by Nor’easter (Cedar Stanistreet (fiddle), Max Newman (guitar, mandolin, banjo), Julie Vallimont (piano and accordion)).
Venue: MIT Student Center (Second Floor) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00-10:30
Cost: $6-10 donation (students $3, MIT students free)
— Note: Beginners always welcome, especially early. No partner needed
For more information: (phone): (617) 354-0864;
Web: mit.edu/fdc/contra.html
Generic Schedule: irregular Tuesdays (year round)
inclement weather and closure advisory: Call: 617-354-0864
(This description — Tuesday, October 5, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Northampton, MA: Afro-Cuban Folkloric Dance (unconfirmed)
Sponsored by: Grupo Folklórico Palo Santo
Featuring: Miguel Periche leading.
Venue: Northeast American School of Dance: 25 Main Street,
Time: 8-9:30
Cost: $12
For more information: (phone): (413) 320-8756;
Web: www.GrupoPaloSanto.com/gps/danceclass.html
Generic Schedule: Every Tuesday (year round)
(This description — Tuesday, October 5, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Wellfleet, MA: International Folk Dance (unconfirmed)
Venue: Council on Aging
Time: 7-9;00
Cost: $5
For more information: (phone): (508) 896-7060;
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Tuesdays (year round)
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Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Amherst, MA: Amherst Downtown Contradance ( Contra Dance)
Sponsored by: Amherst Area Contras
Featuring: music by Brendan Carey Block (fiddle) and Eric Mcdonald (mandolin and guitar).
— New, mid-week contra dance in downtown Amherst featuring well-known and upcoming callers and music.
Venue: Masonic Lodge: 99 Main Street
Time: 7:30
Cost: $10, Students $7, High School $4
— Note: Free intro lesson at 7 (sharp); please bring soft-soled shoes.
For more information: (phone): (413) 253-7223;
Web: amherstcontra.org
Generic Schedule: first, third & fifth Wednesdays (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, October 6, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Arlington Heights, MA: English Country Dance
Sponsored by: Country Dance Society, Boston Centre
Featuring: Robin Hayden leading with music by Bare Necessities (Earl Gaddis (violin), Jacqueline Schwab (Piano), Mary Lea (fiddle, viola), Peter Barnes (Piano, flute and whistles and guitar)).
Venue: Park Ave Congregational Church: 50 Paul Revere Road
Time: 7:30-10:30
Cost: $9 ($7 members, $4 students, newcomers)
For more information:
Web: www.cds-boston.org
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, October 6, 2010 — is believed accurate by the Dance Gypsy)
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Cambridge, MA: MIT Israeli Dance ( Israeli Dance)
Sponsored by: MIT Folk Dance Club
Venue: MIT Student Center (Room 491) : 84 Massachusetts Avenue
Time: 8:00 - 11:00 pm
Cost: $1 suggested donation
For more information:
Web: mit.edu/fdc
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
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Framingham, MA: International Folk Dance
Venue: Edward’s Church Parish Hall: 39 Edwards St.
Time: 7:30-10:00
Cost: $5
— Note: Please bring soft-soled shoes that you use just for dancing
For more information: (phone): 508-872-4110;
Web: www.duxburysystems.com/ffd
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
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Great Barrington, MA: Scottish Country Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: Susan Eisley leading.
Venue: Fitness Express
Time: 7:30
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-4061, (413) 448-8621;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (not in Jul, Aug)
(This description — Wednesday, October 6, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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Great Barrington, MA: Ballroom Dance (unconfirmed)
Featuring: music by Dancing Dave and Dancing Dawn.
Venue: Berkshire South Regional Community Center: 15 Crissey Rd
Time: 8:00
Cost: $7
For more information: (phone): (413) 528-2810;
Generic Schedule: Every Wednesday (year round)
(This description — Wednesday, October 6, 2010 — is unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy)
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