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Swannanoa, NC: Swannanoa Gathering - Callers Weekend (10 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, May 17, 2013 — Monday, May 20, 2013
— Sponsored by: Swannanoa Gathering
Description: Workshops during the days and square dances each night. Open to callers, dancers, and old-time musicians of all levels.
Dance styles include: Square Dance
Venue: Warren Wilson College (Bryson Gym) : 701 Warren Wilson Rd. 
Price: $60
For more information: (828) 771-3722; (Email): de("pjamison", "edu", "warren-wilson");
Web: pm.appstate.edu/~mamlinnl/callersflyer.htm
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Agoura, CA: Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival (53 rd annual)
Description: An international dance, folk, old-time and bluegrass festival - International Dancing: Irish Set, Scottish Country, English Country, Family, Contra and Square Dancing with all live music!
Dance styles include: English International Square Folk Dance
Venue: Paramount Movie Ranch 
Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Price: $Buy discount tickets in advance at www.topangabanjofiddle.org.
For more information: (818) 382-4819; (Email): de("info", "org", "topangabanjofiddle");
Web: www.topangabanjofiddle.org
Date for 2013: Sunday, May 19
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Agoura, CA: Topanga Banjo Fiddle Contest (53 rd annual)
— Sponsored by: Topanga Banjo*Fiddle Contest and Folk Festival, INc.
Description: A folk dance and bluegrass, folk and old-time music festival, featuring contestants, professional bands, jamming musicians and children’s music and activities. Dance Barn will feature English Country, Family, Contra and Square Dancing with all live music.
Dance styles include: Celtic Contra English Family Square Dance
Venue: Paramount Movie Ranch
Time: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price: $Purchase discount tickets in advance at http://www.topangabanjofiddle.org
For more information: (818) 382-4819; (Email): de("publicity", "org", "topangabanjofiddle");
Web: www.topangabanjofiddle.org
Date for 2013: Sunday, May 19
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Wasilla, AK: Dancing Bears Dance Camp (32 nd annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, May 23, 2013 — Monday, May 27, 2013
Featuring: Changeling ~ Diane Silver ~ High Lonesome Sound ~ Joseph Pimentel
Description: A 3 day dance camp weekend featuring contra and square dances and offering a variety of music and dance workshops. Every Memorial Day weekend at beautiful Kings Lake Camp near Anchorage Alaska.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: Pre-registration is required. Please see our website for registration and Camp details: thedancingbears.org
Venue: King’s Lake Camp
Price: $240
For more information: (907) 223-2327; (Email): de("barbara", "com", "alaskabike");
Web: thedancingbears.org
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Wasilla, AK: Dancing Bears Dance Camp (32 nd annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, May 23, 2013 — Monday, May 27, 2013
— Sponsored by: The Dancing Bears
Description: An annual 3 day dance camp featuring contra and square dancing as well as a variety of other dance and music workshops. Located at beautiful Kings Lake Camp near Anchorage, Alaska.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Otherstyle Dance
Note: Advanced registration is required. See our website (thedancingbears.org) for details.
Venue: King’s Lake Camp
Price: $240
For more information: (907) 223-2327; (Email): de("barbara", "com", "alaskabike");
Web: thedancingbears.org
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Remus, MI: Wheatland Traditional Arts Weekend (25 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, May 24, 2013 — Sunday, May 26, 2013
Dance styles include: Contra Square Swing Dance
Venue: Wheatland Festival grounds
For more information: (989) 967-8879; (Email): de("wmo.office", "org", "wheatlandmusic");
Web: www.wheatlandmusic.org
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Socorro, NM: FolkMADness Music and Dance Weekend (21 st annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, May 24, 2013 — Monday, May 27, 2013
— Sponsored by: New Mexico Folk Music & Dance Society
Featuring: Alan Roberts ~ Carol Ormand ~ Dana Parkinson ~ Eric Anderson ~ Kathy Bullock ~ Sande Gillette ~ Second Nature ~ Syncopaths
Description: Contras, squares, English country, singing, music workshops & programs for kids.
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Dance
Venue: New Mexico Tech University: 801 Leroy Place
Price: $230 adults $180 young adults $60/$115 kids
For more information: (505) 256-5381; (Email): de("debbrunt", "net", "comcast");
Web: www.folkmads.org/folkmadness.html
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Oswego, NY: Great Bear Groove Dance Weekend (4 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, May 31, 2013 — Sunday, June 2, 2013
— Sponsored by: Great Bear Music
Featuring: Great Bear Trio ~ Nils Fredland ~ VanNorstrand Van Norstrand ~ The Free Raisins
Description: Summer contra dance weekend in Oswego, NY hosted by the Great Bear Trio.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Waltz Otherstyle Dance
Venue: Fallbrook Lodge: 103 Thompson Road
Price: $see website for details
For more information: (315) 598-3923; (Email): de("gbt", "com", "vfiddle");
Web: www.greatbeargroove.com
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Toronto, ON: Reel Blast Irish Set Dancing Weekend (10 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, May 31, 2013 — Sunday, June 2, 2013
— Sponsored by: Toronto Irish Set Dancing Club
Description: A weekend of Irish Set dancing ceilis and workshops in downtown Toronto. Pat Murphy, author of the Irish set-dancing bible Toss the Feathers is being brought in from Ireland to teach.
Dance styles include: Celtic Square Dance
Note: Everyone is welcome, no experience is required. Singles, couples and groups are welcome.
Venue: Russian Orthodox Church Hall: 823 Manning Avenue
For more information: (Email): de("reelblast", "ca", "yahoo");
Web: www.set-dance.ca/reelblast/ReelBlast.htm
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Washington, CT (United States): Spring Fling Community Dance
— Sponsored by: Patricia G. Campbell
Description: Community Dance held on a quarterly basis - includes contra-style, square, and folk dances. Family friendly! Musician workshop an hour earlier for those interested in playing for some of the dancing.
Dance styles include: Family Square Multiple_style Dance
Note: Music by Guy Wolff, Friso Hermans, Dan Pacuk. 6 PM pre-dance workshop for all interested musicians who are then invited to play with the band for some of the dancing.
Venue: First Congregational Church Parish Hall: 6 Kirby Road
Time: 7:00 Pm
Price: $Admission: $10 ($5 for children, (nuclear) family max is $25)
For more information: (203) 364-4554; (Email): de("countrydancecaller", "com", "gmail");
Web: www.countrydancecaller.com
Date for 2013: Friday, May 31
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Colorado Springs, CO: Rocky Mountain Dance Roundup (35 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Monday, June 10, 2013 — Saturday, June 15, 2013
Description: informative and fun sessions . Contra, Square, English, Scottish & International dance. Wood floors, LIVE music, swimming & hiking - all on site! Programs for children, callers & more.
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Dance
Venue: Colorado College
Price: $592
For more information: (303) 808-7837; (Email): de("l_bradford", "net", "comcast");
Web: www.lloydshaw.org
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Independence, VA (United States): PeachBottomFarmFiddle&StringsCamp (10 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Monday, June 10, 2013 — Friday, June 14, 2013
— Sponsored by: Peach Bottom Farm
Description: Our goal is an ”intimate family-feel” camp. Students receive personal attention and why we limit the size of our camp to 30. Local, National and world class instructors offer Fiddle, Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo and dance, (Buck Dancin’ and Clogging). a rare opportunity to experience Appalachia while receiving some of the best instruction anywhere.
Dance styles include: Family Square Waltz Otherstyle Multiple_style Dance
Note: Limited to the first 30 students
Venue: Peach Bottom Farm Fiddle&Strings Camp
Price: $450.00
For more information: (Email): de("peachbottomfarm", "com", "yahoo");
Web: PeachBottomFarm.com
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Morgantown, WV (United States): June Moon Dance Weekend (5 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, June 21, 2013 — Sunday, June 23, 2013
— Sponsored by: Morgantown Music and Dance Group
Featuring: Contrarian ~ Gaye Fifer ~ Notorious ~ Ron Buchanan ~ Tom Hinds
Description: Located in the hills of WV (5 miles outside of Morgantown) we have built an outdoor pavilion on our property to host an annual weekend Contra and Square dance. Onsite camping and hotels in 5-10 radius. Meals included in cost.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Waltz Dance
Note: No dogs please
Venue: June Moon Dance Pavilion: 62 Schifano Dr
Price: $90.00 if volunteering, $115.00 regular
For more information: (304) 291-1840; (Email): de("marianneodoherty", "com", "gmail");
Web: morgantowndance.com/weekend.htm
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Plymouth, MA: July 4th Weekend at Pinewoods Camp (70 th annual)
Multi-day event: Thursday, July 4, 2013 — Monday, July 8, 2013
— Sponsored by: CDS Boston Centre
Featuring: {subpart} ~ Workshop Leaders
Description: The event is at Pinewoods Camp, a traditional dance and music camp located near Plymouth, Massachusetts, featuring open-air wooden-floored pavilions for activities, and an open-air dining hall overlooking the lake. Lodgings are in small cabins and houses scattered throughout the woods. the program includes workshops in English Country dancing, Contra/squares, Cape Breton Stepping, Morris dancing, English Clogging, Longsword, Singing, Band workshop, Mumming, crafts, and more. the evening dances will be a mix of English country dances and contras and squares; these dances are preceded by 15 minutes of music for couple dancing. See website for details. www.cds-boston.org
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Otherstyle Dance
Note: This weekend is limited to those over 18 years of age. Exceptions are made on case by case basis and only if accompanied by an adult over age 24.
Venue: Pinewoods Camp: 80 Cornish Field Rd
Price: $335 for CDS members, $345 for non-members
For more information: (Email): de("july4", "org", "cds-boston");
Web: www.cds-boston.org
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La Honda, CA: BACD’s American Dance and Music Week (10 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Sunday, July 7, 2013 — Friday, July 12, 2013
Description: A week of contras and squares, couple dancing, music workshops, and storytelling all set in the redwood forest south of San Francisco, California.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Multiple_style Dance
Note: Advanced registration required; full-time registrations only; Adults; fragrance-free environment.
Venue: Jones Gulch YMCA Camp
Price: $830
For more information: (Email): de("amweek2010", "org", "amweek");
Web: www.bacds.org/amweek
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Baileys Harbor, WI (United States): 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (34 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 — Sunday, July 14, 2013
— Sponsored by: Door County Folk Festival
Description: The 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (DCFF) is one of the most fun-filled, enjoyable and educational dance weekends held in the Midwest. Each year, the DCFF attracts hundreds of participants from all around the U.S., Canada and often other countries to the beautiful Door Peninsula in North East Wisconsin – often referred to as the Cape Cod of the Midwest. the Festival continues a tradition of enjoyable, extended July weekends where you can dance late into the night, sing, play, learn, share experiences, eat, party and make new friends in a congenial, relaxed, community atmosphere. the Festival is staffed by some of the best local dance leaders, teachers and callers in the Midwest. the festival also features musicians and orchestras from around the Midwest and on occasion, guests from the east and west coasts. the Festival offers workshops in Balkan, International, Israeli, Contra and Square Dance; Singing Workshops; Leader/Teacher Discussion Forums; Mini-Concerts, Youth Activity Programs; a Pot-Luck Picnic Dinner in Garden of the Voyager Inn Motel; a Traditional Fish Boil Dinner and Dancing on the Pier in Sister Bay Waterfront Park.
Dance styles include: Balkan Contra English Family International Israeli Square Folk Dance
Note: No shoe restrictions in Baileys Harbor Town Hall. Soft-soled shoes only in Sister Bay Village Hall.
Venue: Baileys Harbor Town Hall: Hwy 57
For more information: (847) 846-8139; (Email): de("pcollins", "net", "dcff");
Web: www.dcff.net
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Ephraim, WI (United States): 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (34 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 — Sunday, July 14, 2013
— Sponsored by: Door County Folk Festival
Description: The 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (DCFF) is one of the most fun-filled, enjoyable and educational dance weekends held in the Midwest. Each year, the DCFF attracts hundreds of participants from all around the U.S., Canada and often other countries to the beautiful Door Peninsula in North East Wisconsin – often referred to as the Cape Cod of the Midwest. the Festival continues a tradition of enjoyable, extended July weekends where you can dance late into the night, sing, play, learn, share experiences, eat, party and make new friends in a congenial, relaxed, community atmosphere. the Festival is staffed by some of the best local dance leaders, teachers and callers in the Midwest. the festival also features musicians and orchestras from around the Midwest and on occasion, guests from the east and west coasts. the Festival offers workshops in Balkan, International, Israeli, Contra and Square Dance; Singing Workshops; Leader/Teacher Discussion Forums; Mini-Concerts, Youth Activity Programs; a Pot-Luck Picnic Dinner in Garden of the Voyager Inn Motel; a Traditional Fish Boil Dinner and Dancing on the Pier in Sister Bay Waterfront Park.
Dance styles include: Balkan Contra English Family International Israeli Square W Folk Dance
Venue: Ephraim Village Hall
For more information: (847) 846-8139; (Email): de("pcollins", "net", "dcff");
Web: www.dcff.net
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Sister Bay, WI: 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (34 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 — Sunday, July 14, 2013
— Sponsored by: Door County Folk Festival
Description: The 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (DCFF) is one of the most fun-filled, enjoyable and educational dance weekends held in the Midwest. Each year, the DCFF attracts hundreds of participants from all around the U.S., Canada and often other countries to the beautiful Door Peninsula in North East Wisconsin – often referred to as the Cape Cod of the Midwest. the Festival continues a tradition of enjoyable, extended July weekends where you can dance late into the night, sing, play, learn, share experiences, eat, party and make new friends in a congenial, relaxed, community atmosphere. the Festival is staffed by some of the best local dance leaders, teachers and callers in the Midwest. the festival also features musicians and orchestras from around the Midwest and on occasion, guests from the east and west coasts. the Festival offers workshops in Balkan, International, Israeli, Contra and Square Dance; Singing Workshops; Leader/Teacher Discussion Forums; Mini-Concerts, Youth Activity Programs; a Pot-Luck Picnic Dinner in Garden of the Voyager Inn Motel; a Traditional Fish Boil Dinner and Dancing on the Pier in Sister Bay Waterfront Park.
Dance styles include: Balkan Contra English Family International Israeli Square Folk Dance
Note: Soft-soled shoes in Sister Bay Village Hall. No restrictions in other halls.
Venue: Sister Bay Village Hall: Bayshore Drive
For more information: (847) 846-8139; (Email): de("pcollins", "net", "dcff");
Web: www.dcff.net
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Sister Bay, WI (United States): 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (34 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Wednesday, July 10, 2013 — Sunday, July 14, 2013
— Sponsored by: Door County Folk Festival
Description: The 33rd Annual Door County Folk Festival (DCFF) is one of the most fun-filled, enjoyable and educational dance weekends held in the Midwest. Each year, the DCFF attracts hundreds of participants from all around the U.S., Canada and often other countries to the beautiful Door Peninsula in North East Wisconsin – often referred to as the Cape Cod of the Midwest. the Festival continues a tradition of enjoyable, extended July weekends where you can dance late into the night, sing, play, learn, share experiences, eat, party and make new friends in a congenial, relaxed, community atmosphere. the Festival is staffed by some of the best local dance leaders, teachers and callers in the Midwest. the festival also features musicians and orchestras from around the Midwest and on occasion, guests from the east and west coasts. the Festival offers workshops in Balkan, International, Israeli, Contra and Square Dance; Singing Workshops; Leader/Teacher Discussion Forums; Mini-Concerts, Youth Activity Programs; a Pot-Luck Picnic Dinner in Garden of the Voyager Inn Motel; a Traditional Fish Boil Dinner and Dancing on the Pier in Sister Bay Waterfront Park.
Dance styles include: Balkan Contra English Family International Israeli Square Folk Dance
Note: Soft-soled shoes in Sister Bay Village Hall. No restrictions in other halls.
Venue: Sister Bay Waterfront Park: S Bay Shore Dr
For more information: (847) 846-8139; (Email): de("pcollins", "net", "dcff");
Web: www.dcff.net
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Nancy, KY (United States): Cumberland Dance Week (annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, July 14, 2013 — Saturday, July 20, 2013
— Sponsored by: Lloyd Shaw Foundation
Description: Cumberland Dance Week is a family-friendly dance camp sponsored by the Lloyd Shaw Foundation. We are best known for our high-quality educational programming for all ages and continuous top-notch live music. the lodge is nestled in a remote section of south-central Kentucky, surrounded by beautiful Lake Cumberland.
Dance styles include: Celtic Contra English Family International Square Swing Folk Dance
Venue: Lake Cumberland Educational 4-H Center: 1c-1001
For more information: (404) 285-4498; (Email): de("kbp", "org", "cumberlanddanceweek");
Web: www.cumberlanddanceweek.org
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Nancy, KY (United States): Cumberland Dance Week (annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, July 14, 2013 — Saturday, July 20, 2013
— Sponsored by: Lloyd Shaw Foundation
Description: A dance week for all ages! Adults, teens and children all share dance time together in the tradition of our ancestors. Beginners as well as advanced dancers are welcome. Additional activities include Dance Band, Caller Workshop, Music Workshops and Crafts. a complete dance and activities program is provided for ages 5-13. the children’s program includes old-time dancing and games, crafts, storytelling, and drumming in addition to outdoor activities and nature walks. a quality program is available for children 4 and under.
Dance styles include: Ballroom Contra English Family International Square Swing Folk Dance
Venue: Lake Cumberland Educational 4-H Center: 1c-1001
For more information: (404) 285-4498;
Web: www.CumberlandDanceWeek.org
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Plymouth, MA: CDSS Family Week at Pinewoods (40 th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, July 20, 2013 — Saturday, July 27, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: Family Week at Pinewoods provides an opportunity for parents and children to sing, dance, play and relax together in a wooded rustic environment between two ponds.
Dance styles include: Contra English Family Square Dance
Venue: Pinewoods Camp: 80 Cornish Field Rd
Price: $875 (less for children)
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/family
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Olivebridge, NY: Northern Week at Ashokan (32 nd annual)
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Multi-day event: Sunday, July 21, 2013 — Saturday, July 27, 2013
— Sponsored by: Friends of Fiddle & Dance
Description: Music and dance classes including: New England contras and squares, English dances, Scandinavian dances, fiddle, mandolin, guitar, piano, button accordion, piano accordion, bass, singing, callers workshop, band classes, plus evening dances and jam sessions, song swaps, delicious food, sauna, and more at a secluded woodland camp in New York’s Catskill Mountains.
Dance styles include: Contra English Scandinavian Square Waltz Folk Dance
Note: SPECIAL New England Dance Party Saturday, July 14 Dinner 6-7:30pm, Dance 8-11pm, open to the public, no reservations needed!
Venue: Ashokan Center: 477 Beaverkill Road
Price: $875
For more information: (845) 246-2121; (Email): de("office", "org", "ashokan");
Web: www.ashokan.org/ashokan/campnw.shtml
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Swannanoa, NC: Swannanoa Gathering: Old-time Music and Dance Week (13 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Sunday, July 21, 2013 — Saturday, July 27, 2013
Description: Buckdance, Clogging, Flat-footing, Southern Appalachian Square Dance and Dance Calling, Contra.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Venue: Warren Wilson College (Bryson Gym) : 701 Warren Wilson Rd.
Price: $430 Tuition (plus $340 room and board)
For more information: (828) 298-3434; (Email): de("gathering", "edu", "warren-wilson");
Web: www.swangathering.com
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Jerome, AZ: Ghost Town Chill Down (5 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, July 26, 2013 — Sunday, July 28, 2013
Description: A dance weekend in historic Jerome!! Our dance workshops and evening parties will feature mostly contras, but also squares and couple dancing. the historic mining town of Jerome AZ is located at 5,200 feet. Once known as the “wickedest town in the west,” Jerome now is a thriving tourist and artist community and the largest “ghost town” in America with a population of about 350. the dance will take place in “Spook Hall,” the recently renovated original J.C.Penny building; with its original wood floors and modern air-conditioning, dancers will agree that this hall in Jerome Arizona is the PERFECT setting for the Ghost Town Chill Down!
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
— (Event cancelled permanantly.) — Note: Advanced registration required
Venue: “Spook Hall” (a.k.a. Lawrence Hall) : Hull Avenue
For more information: (928) 774-5936; (Email): de("azwedance", "com", "gmail");
Web: azwedance.org
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Plymouth, MA: CDSS Harmony Of Song & Dance at Pinewoods (3 rd annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, July 27, 2013 — Saturday, August 3, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: a week for singers who love to dance and dancers who love to sing.
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Dance
Venue: Pinewoods Camp: 80 Cornish Field Rd
Price: $875
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/fm
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Elkins, WV: Augusta Bluegrass Week (annual)
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Multi-day event: Sunday, July 28, 2013 — Friday, August 2, 2013
Description: A staff of legendary bluegrass figures will share their talents with students in workshops, demonstrations, special presentations, concerts, dances, and picking sessions throughout the week. Bluegrass week runs concurrently with Swing Week.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Swing Dance
Note: Students must register in advance (however, nightly dances and Tuesday and Thursday concerts are open to the public).
Venue: Augusta Heritage Center: 100 Campus Dr.
Price: $420
For more information: (304) 637-1209; (Email): de("augusta", "com", "augustaheritage");
Web: augustaheritagecenter.org
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Hillsdale, NY: Falcon Ridge Folk Festival (25 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, August 2, 2013 — Sunday, August 4, 2013
— Sponsored by: Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
Description: One of the largest outdoor festivals in the North East
Dance styles include: Cajun Contra Family International Square Swing Vintage Folk Dance
Venue: Dodds Farm: 44 CR 7D
Price: $Single day, 3 day & camping tix avail
For more information: (860) 364-2138; (Email): de("info", "com", "FalconRidgeFolk");
Web: www.FalconRidgeFolk.com
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Lyman, NH: CDSS Family Week at Ogontz (15 th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, August 3, 2013 — Saturday, August 10, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: Provides an opportunity for parents and children to sing, dance, play and relax together in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire.
Dance styles include: Contra English Family Square Dance
Venue: Ogontz: 14 Ogontz Rd
Price: $875 (less for children)
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/ogontz
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Lyman, NH: Ogontz Family Week 2 (12 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Saturday, August 3, 2013 — Saturday, August 10, 2013
Description: Provides an opportunity for parents and children to sing, dance, play and relax together in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire.
Dance styles include: Contra English Family Square Dance
— (Event cancelled. Hopefully, you can try again next year.) — Venue: Ogontz: 14 Ogontz Rd
Price: $855 (less for children)
For more information: (413) 268-7426; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/ogontz
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Lyman, NH: CDSS American Dance Musicians Course (1 th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, August 3, 2013 — Saturday, August 10, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: A week long course for 16 contra dance musicians comfortable getting around on their instruments and playing at dance speed, or close to it. We will play familiar tunes and will also learn music by ear.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: Age 15 and up
Venue: Ogontz: 14 Ogontz Rd
Price: $875
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/camp
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Elkins, WV: Dance Week at Augusta (annual)
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Multi-day event: Sunday, August 4, 2013 — Sunday, August 11, 2013
Description: Workshops for all who love to dance, including contras, squares, clogging, Argentine tango, salsa, Québécois Social Dancing, Québécois stepdancing, waltz, hip hop, percussive dance, body movement techniques, how to be a preferred dance partner, and more. You can also learn to call dances, play in a dance band, learn about dance sound systems, or take your choice of afternoon Vocal Week or Old-Time Week workshops. There will be dances Sunday thru Friday, and concerts Tuesday and Thursday. Tuition includes the Augusta Festival: more music and dancing, plus a great juried craft fair.
Dance styles include: Contra International Square Tango Folk Dance
Note: You must preregister to attend. (The evening dances and concerts are open to the public.)
Venue: Augusta Heritage Center: 100 Campus Dr.
Price: $440
For more information: (304) 637-1209; (Email): de("augusta", "com", "augustaheritage");
Web: augustaheritagecenter.org
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Granby, CO (United States): Rocky Mountain Fiddle Camp (15 th annual)
(unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Sunday, August 4, 2013 — Sunday, August 11, 2013
— Sponsored by: Rocky Mountain Fiddle Camp
Description: For fiddle, cello, bass, guitar, mandolin, banjo, piano, flute, singing and dance! ”It’s not just for fiddlers!”
Dance styles include: Celtic Contra English Family Scottish Square Waltz Dance
Note: All ages and levels of abilities
Venue: Snow Mountain Ranch: 1101 County Rd
Price: $875 Adults - $775 Youngsters under 17
For more information: (303) 596-9870; (Email): de("mfluther", "com", "aol");
Web: www.RMFiddle.com
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Elkins, WV: Augusta Festival (annual)
(unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, August 9, 2013 — Sunday, August 11, 2013
Description: Friday’s Dance will be contras and squares. Saturday’s Festival in the Park daytime events are free. Juried craft fair, dance workshops, dances, music workshops, kids’ tent, food vendors. Saturday evening’s Festival Concert will feature old-time, vocal, and dance performances. Sunday’s Gospel Sing is free.
Dance styles include: Contra Family Square Dance
Venue: Elkins and Davis College (also Elkins City Park)
For more information: (304) 637-1209; (Email): de("augusta", "com", "augustaheritage");
Web: augustaheritagecenter.org
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Saturday, August 10, 2013
Olivebridge, NY: Southern Dance Party at Ashokan (annual)
(unconfirmed)
Description: 8pm Kathy Anderson calling w. Jay & Molly & Friends / 9:30pm Cajun Dancing w. Jesse Lége & Bayou Brew / Great music and dancing at Ashokans outdoor pavilion. / Dinner available at 6pm Basic dance workshop at 7:30
Dance styles include: Cajun Contra Square Dance
Venue: Ashokan Center: 477 Beaverkill Road
Price: $15
For more information: (845) 246-2121; (Email): de("office", "org", "ashokan");
Web: www.ashokan.org/ashokan/summerdance.shtml
Date for 2013: Saturday, August 10
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Plymouth, MA: CDSS English & American Dance Week at Pinewoods (80 th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, August 10, 2013 — Saturday, August 17, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: Rich variety of styles and traditions of dance and music
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Dance
Note: Age 15 and up
Venue: Pinewoods Camp: 80 Cornish Field Rd
Price: $875
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/camp
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High View, WV: CDSS at Timber Ridge (8 th annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, August 11, 2013 — Sunday, August 18, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: English & American Dance & Music for Adults & Families. the programs provide many opportunities to share traditional English and Anglo-American dance, music and storytelling as well as the beauty of the outdoors with adults and with families.
Dance styles include: Contra English Family Square Dance
Venue: Timber Ridge Camp (www.trcamps.com) : 1 White Mountain Rd
Price: $875 (less for children)
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/tr
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High View, WV: Community & Classroom Dance Leaders Course at TR (1 th annual)
Multi-day event: Sunday, August 11, 2013 — Sunday, August 18, 2013
Description: A week long course for classroom teachers and others leading dances for mixed groups and introducing dance to other communities.
Dance styles include: Contra English Family Square Dance
Venue: Timber Ridge Camp (www.trcamps.com) : 1 White Mountain Rd
Price: $875
For more information: (413) 268-7426; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/camp
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Olivebridge, NY: Southern Week at Ashokan (32 nd annual)
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Multi-day event: Sunday, August 11, 2013 — Saturday, August 17, 2013
Description: Music and Dance Classes inc;: Cajun & Zydeco dance, Square dancing, flatfooting and clogging, old-time fiddle, banjo and guitar, old-time songs, mountain harmony singing, Cajun accordion, fiddle, guitar and singing, caller’s workshops, traditional clogging team, and band workshops... plus jam sessions, song swaps, dance parties, slow jams and more.
Dance styles include: Cajun Contra Square Waltz Multiple_style Dance
Note: SPECIAL Southern Dance Party Saturday, August 11. Dinner 6-7:30pm, Squares and Contras 8pm, Cajun 9:30-11:30pm. Open to the public, no reservations needed!
Venue: Ashokan Center: 477 Beaverkill Road
Price: $875
For more information: (845) 246-2121; (Email): de("office", "org", "ashokan");
Web: www.ashokan.org/ashokan/campsw.shtml
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Mentone, AL: Old Time Music and Dance Weekend (26 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, August 16, 2013 — Sunday, August 18, 2013
— Sponsored by: Birmingham Friends of Old-Time Music and Dance
Description: Old-Time Music and Dance weekend at a beautiful camp on Lookout Mountain in North Alabama. Music, Dance, and much more!
Dance styles include: Contra Square Waltz Dance
Note: advanced registration required
Venue: Camp Riverview
Price: $80
For more information: (Email): de("ptfoster", "net", "bellsouth");
Web: sites.google.com/site/bfootmad/mentone-dance-weekend
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Saturday, August 17, 2013
Bridgewater, NH (United States): Bridgewater Old Home Day Dance (annual)
(unconfirmed)
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Venue: Old Town Hall
Price: $admission charged
For more information: (Email): de("icalldance4u", "com", "gmail");
Date for 2013: Saturday, August 17
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Plymouth, MA: CDSS Campers Week at Pinewoods (34 th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, August 17, 2013 — Saturday, August 24, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: Many of the activities are planned and led by campers, who enthusiastically initiate others in areas of their interest and expertise. Almost every day some new classes appear.
Dance styles include: Contra English Family Square Dance
Venue: Pinewoods Camp: 80 Cornish Field Rd
Price: $775 (less for children)
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/camp
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Black Mountain, NC: Splash Dance (23 rd annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, August 23, 2013 — Sunday, August 25, 2013
— Sponsored by: Old Farmers Ball
Description: An open band, open mic, family friendly, mostly contra dance weekend with bands led by some of Asheville’s finest musicians, all happening in a relaxing summer camp environment.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Waltz Dance
Note: no pets
Venue: Camp Merri-Mac: 1123 Montreat Rd.
Price: $Adults before 7/31 - $50 days, $25 bed & b’fast
For more information: (828) 350-7576; (Email): de("splashdance", "com", "oldfarmersball");
Web: www.oldfarmersball.com/SplashDance
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Saturday, August 24, 2013
Plymouth, MA: CDSS American Dance & Music Week at Pinewoods (38 th annual)
Multi-day event: Saturday, August 24, 2013 — Saturday, August 31, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: A variety of social dance classes: Contras, Squares, Tango, Swing, Kerry Sets, as well as old-time and contra music classes
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: Age 15 and up
Venue: Pinewoods Camp: 80 Cornish Field Rd
Price: $875
For more information: (413) 203-5467; (Email): de("camp", "org", "cdss");
Web: www.cdss.org/camp
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Julian, CA: Labor Day Dance Away (11 th annual)
(unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Friday, August 30, 2013 — Monday, September 2, 2013
— Sponsored by: California Dance Cooperative
Description: Riotous Contra Dancing, Music Workshops and Jamming all weekend long, and the chance for small group or maybe even private musical lessons with the staff musicians! Bands: Latter Day Lizards and the Avant Gardeners Callers: Lisa Greenleaf and Bob Isaacs
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: Pre-registration required.
Venue: Cedar Glen Camp: 743 Farmer Rd.
Price: $299 early (Before 5/30) $340 after
For more information: (626) 833-2737; (Email): de("joda_rogers", "com", "altrionet");
Web: www.caldancecoop.org/ldda
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Friday, September 6, 2013
Goldendale, WA: Simcoe Mountain Music and Dance Camp (14 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 6, 2013 — Sunday, September 8, 2013
— Sponsored by: Mid Columbia Folklore Society
Description: Informal jamming and participant-organized workshops
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: Advance registration required
Venue: Brooks Memorial State Park
Price: $70 adults, $45 under 16
For more information: (509) 773-4277; (Email): de("3southworth", "net", "gorge");
Web: community.gorge.net/mcfs/simcoe.htm
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High View, WV: Footfall Dance Weekend (7 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 6, 2013 — Sunday, September 8, 2013
Featuring: Kgb ~ Mean Lids ~ Sligo Creek Stompers
Description: Contras, squares, waltz & English; workshops include Dutch Crossing, Cajun, French mazurka, Hambo, singing and much more. Beautiful swimming pool!
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Waltz Otherstyle Dance
Note: Minimum age 14, advance registration for full weekend required
Venue: Timber Ridge Camp (www.trcamps.com) : 1 White Mountain Rd
Price: $235 adult, $180 age 14-25
For more information: (Email): de("footfallregistration", "com", "footfalldance");
Web: footfalldance.com
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Mountain View, AR: Mountain View Dance Festival (34 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 6, 2013 — Sunday, September 8, 2013
— Sponsored by: Arkansas Country Dance Society
Description: Clogging, buck dancing, Irish, Scottish, English, contras, squares, more. Instruction, demos.
Dance styles include: Contra English Scottish Square Multiple_style Dance
Venue: Ozark Folk Center
For more information: (870) 269-3851; (Email): de("pahpennington", "com", "yahoo");
Web: www.arkansascountrydance.org
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Friday, September 13, 2013
Isles of Shoals (Star Island), NH: Star Hampshire Traditional Music and Dance Weekend (21 st annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 13, 2013 — Sunday, September 15, 2013
Featuring: Adam Nordell ~ Bob Dalsemer ~ Daron Douglas ~ 
David Millstone ~ Johanna Davis ~ Karen Axelrod
Description: Contras, squares, English Country Dance, music workshops, couple dances, group singing, more; all on a beautiful island location an hour’s ferry ride from Portsmouth, NH. More information about the Star Island location is here: http:starisland.org Note: 10% discount on room and board available for first-time visitors to Star or those who haven’t been in the past five years.
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Dance
Venue: Star Island Conference Center
Price: $350 for double occupancy includes room, board, program, AND ferry travel
For more information: (207) 338-0979; (Email): de("ktaadn_me", "com", "hotmail");
Web: www.nhcountrydance.com/star
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Friday, September 20, 2013
Beckwith, WV: Footmad Fall Fling and Jamboree (30 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 20, 2013 — Sunday, September 22, 2013
— Sponsored by: Footmad
Description: Dancing and jamming in the West Virginia hills. Evening contra dances, afternoon dance workshops, jamming all weekend.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Venue: Fayette County Park, 4H Camp: 1390 Fayette County Park Rd
For more information: (304) 415-3668; (Email): de("kvfootmad", "com", "gmail");
Web: www.footmad.org
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Dodgeville, WI: Squirrel Moon Contra Dance Weekend (22 nd annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 20, 2013 — Sunday, September 22, 2013
Featuring: Coffee Zombies ~ Darlene Underwood
Description: The contra dance weekend takes place in the lovely Farwell Hall at Folklore Village, located in the country just 45 minutes from Madison, Wisconsin. Tenting and bunkhouses are on-site, and there are several motels within a short drive. See our website to register.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: The Dance Gypsy map mislocates Folklore Village; use the street address (3210 County Road BB).
Venue: Folklore Village: 3210 County Road BB
Price: $80 (before Aug 30)
For more information: (608) 259-1812; (Email): de("SquirrelMoonReg", "com", "gmail");
Web: www.squirrelmoon.org
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Flagstaff, AZ: Picking in the Pines Acoustic Music Festival (8 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, September 20, 2013 — Sunday, September 22, 2013
— Sponsored by: Flagstaff Friends of Traditional Music
Description: At this acoustic music and bluegrass festival, there will be daytime dancing workshops with evening dances on Friday and Saturday nights. Dancing opportunities for dancers of all abilities.
Dance styles include: Contra Family Square Swing Dance
Venue: Fort Tuthill (Pine Mountain Amphitheater) : exit 337 on I-17
Price: $Please visit website for info on ticket prices
For more information: (928) 525-1695; (Email): de("PIPINFO", "org", "pickininthepines");
Web: www.pickininthepines.org/index.html
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Lake George, NY: Adirondack Dance Weekend (18 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, September 20, 2013 — Sunday, September 22, 2013
— Sponsored by: DanceFlurry Org, Inc
Description: Contras, Squares, English Country, Waltzes, kayaking, hiking, massage
Dance styles include: Contra English Scandinavian Square Otherstyle Folk Dance
Note: experienced prefered, advanced registration required, full weekend only
Venue: Silver Bay YMCA Camp
Price: $295+
For more information: (518) 813-0530; (Email): de("Adirondack", "org", "danceflurry");
Web: www.danceflurry.org/new/silverbay.html
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Norwich, VT: Hot Dance on a Fall Night
Featuring: Daron Douglas ~ David Millstone ~ Karen Axelrod
Description: Challenging contras and squares for experienced dancers
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: Experienced only; soft-soled shoes; bring snack to share for potluck dessert break
Venue: Tracy Hall: Main Street and Church Street
Time: 8:00
Price: $10
For more information: (603) 448-2950; (Email): de("millstone", "net", "valley");
Date for 2013: Friday, September 20
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Saturday, September 21, 2013
Cornish, NH (United States): Square Dance in Cornish, NH
— Sponsored by: Cornish Fire Dept. Aux.
Description: Adam Boyce fiddles and calls the old singing square dances, with Sue Hunt and others.
Dance styles include: Family Square Vintage Dance
Note: All experience levels welcome.
Venue: Cornish Town Hall, near fairgrounds
Time: 7:30 pm to 10pm
Price: $7 per person; $12 per couple; $20 per family
For more information: (802) 484-7719; (Email): de("adamrboyce", "com", "juno");
Date for 2013: Saturday, September 21
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Saturday, September 28, 2013
Harrisburg, PA: Frolic in the Fall (7 th annual)
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Description: Featuring an hour long non-stop dance medley, and the world’s best pot luck.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Waltz Multiple_style Dance
Note: Advance registration encouraged as hall limit is about 100.
Venue: YWCA Camp Reily: 500 Fishing Creek Valley Road
Price: $25
For more information: (Email): de("fallfrolic", "com", "yahoo");
Web: frolicinthefall.freeservers.com
Date for 2013: Saturday, September 28
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Springfield, MO (United States): Solefest (annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, October 18, 2013 — Sunday, October 20, 2013
— Sponsored by: Traditional Dance & Music Society of the Ozarks
Description: Contra Dances/Squares/Waltzes. Workshops. Concert. After-Parties. Sunday brunch
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: No restrictions
Venue: Northview Center at Doling Park: 301 E Talmage St
Price: $70
For more information: (417) 862-8681; (Email): de("springfieldcontra", "com", "hotmail");
Web: www.springfieldcontra.org
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Saturday, October 19, 2013
Cornish, NH (United States): Square Dance in Cornish, NH
— Sponsored by: Cornish 250th committee
Featuring: Adam Boyce♫ ~ Sue Hunt
Description: Adam Boyce fiddles and calls the old singing square dances, with Sue Hunt and others.
Dance styles include: Family Square Vintage Dance
Note: All experience levels welcome.
Venue: Cornish Town Hall, near fairgrounds
Time: 7:30 pm to 10pm
Price: $7 per person; $12 per couple; $20 per family
For more information: (802) 484-7719; (Email): de("adamrboyce", "com", "juno");
Date for 2013: Saturday, October 19
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Brasstown, NC: Learn To Contra Dance Weekend
Multi-day event: Friday, October 25, 2013 — Sunday, October 27, 2013
— Sponsored by: John C. Campbell Folk School
Description: basic contra, square dance and waltz instruction and attend a community contra dance
Dance styles include: Contra Square Waltz Dance
Note: Limited to 50 dancers
Venue: John C. Campbell Folk School: 1 Folk School Rd
Price: $196
For more information: (800) 365-5724; (Email): de("dance", "org", "folkschool");
Web: www.folkschool.org
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Saturday, October 26, 2013
Lawrenceville, NJ: Rum and Onions XXXIII (34 th annual)
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— Sponsored by: Princeton Country Dancers
Description: Contra Dance with Pot Luck Dinner and Halloween Costume Grand March. There will be dance instruction for beginners at 2:30pm, 1/2 hour before the start of the dance.
Dance styles include: Contra Family Square Dance
Note: Please bring clean, soft-soled shoes to wear on the dance floor.
Venue: Lawrence Intermediate School: 66 Eggerts Crossing Rd.
Price: $22/full day, $12/afternoon, $17/evening; discounts are available for students (with id) and seniors
For more information: (908) 359-4837;
Web: www.princetoncountrydancers.org
Date for 2013: Saturday, October 26
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Friday, November 15, 2013
Brasstown, NC: Dare To Be Square Dance Weekend (annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, November 15, 2013 — Sunday, November 17, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dance and Song Society
Description: traditional square dancing from Appalachia, New England, the American Southwest and beyond with six of the best callers from across the country.
Dance styles include: Square Dance
Note: limited to about 60 dancers. Previous contra or traditional square dance experience is highly recommended.
Venue: John C. Campbell Folk School: 1 Folk School Rd
Price: $180
For more information: (Email): de("pjamison", "edu", "warren-wilson");
Web: www.folkschool.org
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Saturday, November 16, 2013
Cornish, NH (United States): Square Dance in Cornish, NH
— Sponsored by: Cornish Fire Dept. Aux.
Description: Adam Boyce fiddles and calls the old singing square dances, with Sue Hunt and others.
Dance styles include: Family Square Vintage Dance
Note: All experience levels welcome.
Venue: Cornish Town Hall, near fairgrounds
Time: 7:30 pm to 10pm
Price: $7 per person; $12 per couple; $20 per family
For more information: (802) 484-7719; (Email): de("adamrboyce", "com", "juno");
Date for 2013: Saturday, November 16
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Friday, November 29, 2013
Chicago, IL (United States): Breaking Up Thanksgiving (annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, November 29, 2013 — Saturday, November 30, 2013
— Sponsored by: Chicago Barn Dance Company
Description: Open calling, Open bands
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Venue: Northwest Side: 4626 N Knox Ave
Price: $40
For more information: (Email): de("breakingupthanksgiving", "com", "gmail");
Web: breakingupthanksgiving.com
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Rochester, NY: Thanksgiving Dance Weekend (30 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, November 29, 2013 — Saturday, November 30, 2013
— Sponsored by: Country Dancers of Rochester
Description: Contra, Waltz, English country dance, Swing demo & workshop
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Swing Waltz Dance
Venue: Salem United Methodist Church: 60 Bittner St.
Price: $Full Weekend $45 advance - $55 day of
For more information: (315) 462-9264; (Email): de("thanksgiving", "org", "cdrochester");
Web: www.rochestercontra.com/?page_id=403
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Sunday, December 29, 2013
Vashon Island, WA: Northwest New Year’s Camp Bash on Vashon (19 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Sunday, December 29, 2013 — Wednesday, January 1, 2014
Description: On Puget Sound; for all ages and experience levels. All events are led by campers. Music, dancing, crafts, nature, games, fun.
Dance styles include: Contra English Square Swing Multiple_style Dance
Venue: Camp Sealth
For more information: (Email): de("info", "org", "bashonvashon");
Web: www.bashonvashon.org
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Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Portland, OR (United States): Portland Old-time Music Gathering (15 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Wednesday, January 15, 2014 — Sunday, January 19, 2014
— Sponsored by: Bubbaville, Inc.
Description: 5-day festival features old-time southern style fiddling, concerts, public music parties, dance and music workshops, sing-a-longs, public jam sessions, three days of traditional square dancing to live music. Much of the festival is free.
Dance styles include: Square Dance
Venue: The Scottish Rite Center: 1512 SW Morrison St
For more information: (503) 206-0657; (Email): de("bubbavillepdx", "com", "gmail");
Web: www.bubbaguitar.com/festival/index.html
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Durham, NH: Ralph Page Dance Legacy Weekend (27 th annual)
Multi-day event: Friday, January 17, 2014 — Sunday, January 19, 2014
— Sponsored by: Rpdlw - Neffa
Featuring: Adam Broome ~ Calliope ~ Dudley Laufman ~ Jaige Trudel ~ Susan Kevra
Description: Contra and square dance, new & old, celebrating New England Tradition. Register in advance if you want meals; sign up on the spot available if meals not desired.
Dance styles include: Contra International Square Folk Dance
Venue: Memorial Union Building (Granite State Room) : Main Street
Price: $80; under 25yrs $40; 1st Time full registration $60; individual sessions available
For more information: (603) 397-0042; (Email): de("rpdlw.registrar", "net", "comcast");
Web: www.ralphpage.neffa.org
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Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Moravia De Chirripo, (Costa Rica): Pura Vida Dance Camp (annual)
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Multi-day event: Wednesday, February 19, 2014 — Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Description: Dancing, adventuring and cross-cultural social action project
Dance styles include: Contra Square Swing Dance
Venue: Hacienda Albergue
Price: $995
For more information: (011) + 9072996226; (Email): de("puravidadance", "com", "gmail");
Web: www.puravidadancecamp.com
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Thursday, February 20, 2014
Buena Vista, CO: Stellar Days and Nights (10 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Thursday, February 20, 2014 — Sunday, February 23, 2014
— Sponsored by: Arkansas Valley Music and Dance
Description: Three nights of Contra dancing; Music, dance, and singing workshops during the day; Colorado hot springs and skiing; Incredible ambiance & scenery. 2013 Features the Avant Gardeners, Gypsy Caravan, Rebecca Lay, and Susan Petrick.
Dance styles include: Contra English Scandinavian Square Swing Waltz Folk Dance
Note: Space is limited. Pre-registration required
Venue: Adventure Unlimited Ranch: 18325 County Road 366
Price: $315. Youth discounts available.
For more information: (719) 221-9630; (Email): de("registration", "org", "stellardaysandnights");
Web: www.stellardaysandnights.org
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Friday, February 21, 2014
Cape Girardeau, MO: Chance Dance (5 th annual)
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Multi-day event: Friday, February 21, 2014 — Sunday, February 23, 2014
— Sponsored by: Cape Friends of Traditional Music and Dance
Description: Traditional Contra Dance weekend featuring the Mean Lids,the Mound City Slickers, and the Side Street Steppers; Two No Cook Brunches and a Potluck Dinner; Money Back Gurarantee if you need to cancel due to inclement weather along your route
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: No Restrictions
Venue: American Legion Hall (Chance Dance) : 2731 Thomas Drive
Price: $45 for advance registration; $55 after advance registration deadline
For more information: (573) 334-4706; (Email): de("johndcoffman", "com", "yahoo");
Web: chance-dance.angelfire.com
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Elkins, WV: Augusta Spring Music Week (annual)
(unconfirmed)
Multi-day event: Sunday, April 27, 2014 — Friday, May 2, 2014
Description: West Virginia has long-standing traditions of both hammered and lap dulcimer that go back to early settlement days. Today, the music of these instruments is evolving to include many genres and styles of playing. Augusta’s Spring Dulcimer Week offers numerous levels on both mountain and hammered dulcimer, as well as a class for autoharp. Evening activities include films, open jam sessions and dance. Public concert will be held at 8pm on Thursday.
Dance styles include: Contra Square Dance
Note: You must preregister for Spring Dulcimer Week (Thursday concert is open to the public.)
Venue: Augusta Heritage Center: 100 Campus Dr.
Price: $420
For more information: (304) 637-1209; (Email): de("augusta", "com", "augustaheritage");
Web: augustaheritagecenter.org
(This event (festival #382) unconfirmed by the Dance Gypsy for 2014)
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